Rare Firearms Division
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James D. Julia, Inc.
Welcome to James D. Julia, Inc.
The First Source for Your Auction Needs Based on our annual sales, James D. Julia, Inc. is one of the top ten antique auction houses in North America. We are headquartered in Fairfield, Maine and have a satellite office in Boston, Massachusetts. We have been in business for almost five decades and conduct high-end antique, collectible, and decorative arts auctions throughout the year. Our auctions routinely establish new world records both for the items auctioned and the total hammer price for the auction.
They allow us to deliver the best results to our consignors and customers, to grow and thrive as a company, and to retain our leadership position in the ever-changing auction industry. These “etched in stone” priorities include: • Conducting all business in a fair, honest, and transparent manner. • Being professional and personable. • Providing the finest level of service and expertise. • Offering sellers the most attractive and lowest sales commission rates, as low as 0% for expensive items, as well as the highest financial returns, on their consignments. • Delighting buyers with an extraordinary selection of items and collections of quality, rarity and value, and a limited guarantee that few other auctioneers offer. • Our team is available to provide many services as varied as free auction estimates, guidance on how to approach the sale of an estate, deaccession of a museum collection and assistance with appraisals for estate or income tax purposes.
Our company consists of three key specialty divisions. These include Rare Firearms; Fine Art, Asian & Antiques; and Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry. Each of our divisions is regarded for its excellence and is staffed with world-class specialists to ensure fair and professional authentication, identification and valuation services. Although we have an outstanding, worldwide reputation for our best-in-class service and expertise, as well as our product range and offerings, we are at heart a family run company guided by strong family values. As a family owned business, we understand that many times our consignors have a financial and emotional connection to their collection. Our goal is two-fold, first to help each of our consignors make as much money as they can with their consignment; second, to offer expertise and guidance as they proceed through the auction process. Our long time, core priorities direct every aspect of how we do our work. Visit www.jamesdjulia.com for more information
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Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry Division
Tiffany Studios Venetian Table Lamp Sold for $103,500 (est. $60,000-80,000)
With its two annual multi-million dollar sales events per year, Julia’s Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry Division has rightfully earned its place as a premier auction house for buyers interested in rare lamps and glass items, fine silver, ornamental accessories including antique and estate jewelry and watches.
bidders. This means that there is little advantage to paying all of the costs of a New York auction house.
Julia’s Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry Division has a long and successful history selling the world’s most famous brands and generating top dollars for our consignors. The division regularly handles extraordinary merchandise by important manufacturers and artists including Tiffany, Handel, Pairpoint, Duffner & Kimberly, Daum, Gallé, Webb, Quezal, Steuben, Lalique, Wedgwood, Erté, Lucien Piccard, Rolex and many others.
At Julia’s our buyer’s premium is typically significantly less than our New York competitors. We will Early Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Steer Handled Tureen (est. $8,000-12,000) accept credit cards as Sold for $14,950 a payment solution, which many do not, and the potential sales tax burden for NYC buyers is significant as well. Our 45 day limited guarantee gives buyers peace of mind when making their purchase decisions. All of this means that bidders will have more money to spend on buying an item and not paying the high overhead elsewhere. One barometer is to look at our prices realized. They are frequently higher for like items than those realized by our NYC competitors.
When considered based on quality, rarity, prolific number of lots, and total dollar value, the Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry Division is one of the top three of its type in the world today and has an international reputation of delivering the most beautiful, rare and desirable items to auction.
5.10ct Burmese Sapphire & Diamond Lady’s Ring (est. $8,500-10,000)
Sold for $15,405
One of the major advantages of dealing with a Maine based auctioneer for your Rare Lamp, Glass or Fine Jewelry item is our location. Today, over 70% of all sales in auction houses—whether in New York City or Fairfield, Maine— are sold to absentee
Our Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry Division has had enormous success attracting, marketing, and selling some of the world’s rarest lamp and glass related collections over the past several decades. These have included the Susan and Ray Bittan collection of Le Verre and Schneider glass, the George Klabin collection of exceptional Moser glass, and the James Boma collection of fine early 20th century art and cameo glass vases. The division also had the remarkable privilege of selling the distinguished Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Collection of Betty and Leonard Issod. This collection, so outstanding in size and 3
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Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry Division
Rene Lalique Suzanne Luminaire Sold for $18,960 (est. $5,000-8,000)
scope, was auctioned in two sessions. The highlight of this elite collection was the mammoth “Dragon King” vase, the largest piece of Fairyland Lustre Wedgwood ever produced. This phenomenal example far surpassed our $40,000-60,000 estimate and realized almost $75,000!
In 2015 the division expanded to include fine jewelry. Our team has acquired consignments for a growing collection of fine jewelry items. A 5.10ct Burmese sapphire and diamond lady’s ring was estimated at $8,500–10,000 and realized over $15,000. Our team has over 100 years of experience in dealing with rare lamps, glass and fine jewelry. This experience is invaluable when guiding our clients through the entire auction process and ensuring we generate the highest returns for our clients. Julia’s comprehensive marketing programs include lavish full color catalogs, flyers, print advertising in leading publications, as well as our digital marketing through multiple platforms, email campaigns and website are second to none. The program, combined with our industry leading 0% seller’s commission for expensive items ensures that our clients receive the best deal in the market for high value collections.
E. Michel Vase (est. $10,000-15,000)
Sold for $47,150
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Dragon King Vase (est. $40,000-60,000)
Sold for $74,062
Daum Padded and Wheel Carved Bowl (est. $3,000-4,000)
Sold for $6,220
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Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Division
Important Korean 10-Panel Folding Longevity Screen Sold for $603,750 (est. $3,000-5,000)
Julia’s Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Division handles an incredibly diverse spectrum of the highest quality goods. These include fine art and decorative items, American and European antiques, treasures from China, Japan, and other Asian countries, folk art, historical items and ephemera, early silver and porcelain, Oriental carpets and many other highly sought out specialty categories.
engagement in the history of the United States. James D. Julia auctioned off this map on behalf of the Armsden family of Maine. The Julia team took exceptional measures to study, catalog and publicize the historically important find to the world. The buyer and their location were not disclosed; the sale was conducted by proxy, via telephone by one of Julia’s associates, and realized $1.15 million.
The Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Division is the oldest division in our company. It has expanded dramatically over the years; since 1995 it has increased in sales volume by a factor of 10. Our Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Division is one of the leading full service antique-centric divisions in North America, and proudly services a broad national and truly global clientele. So much so, that we often have foreign language translators on sight during auction days to assist bidders as far away as China and Japan.
Julia’s Fine Art, Asian & Antiques division is the best marketplace for maximizing the value on remarkable antique rarities. Some sales highlights include: • •
Julia’s Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Division continues to be the first choice for buyers and sellers of the finest antique artwork, rarities, and precious items. Because of our reputation, professionalism and ability to make the most money for our consignors, we have had the distinct honor of being selected over well-known industry competitors to sell many prestigious collections from both individuals and museums. These have included the Dr. Helga Wall-Apelt collection of museum quality pan-Asian antiques, the Judge George Greene Museum of Southern History collection of important documents, books, and ephemera, and the John F. Gale collection of Cape Ann art, among hundreds of others.
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A hard to top sales highlight for the Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Division was an original map of the Battle of Yorktown dated 1781 and prepared for George Washington. The larger version of the map is in the National Archives. The Siege of Yorktown, which ended the Revolutionary War and allowed our nation to establish full independence, is arguably the most important military
A ten panel folding Korean Longevity Screen, which realized $603,750. The archive of African American Civil War Captain Luis F. Emilio, which realized $207,375. A magnificent bronze figure of Guanyin on a lotus stand, which realized $189,600.
Extraordinarily rare and historically important Battle of Yorktown map
Sold for $1,150,000
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Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Division
Carl Clemens Moritz Rungius (American, 1869-1959) Big Horn Sheep Sold for $225,150 (est. $125,000-175,000) • •
“Planting Rice - Mayon Volcano 1950” by Fernando Cueto Amorsolo, which realized $100,725. Massive gilt lacquer wood figure of Vairocana which realized $379,000. The Harbottle Dorr collection of annotated Massachusetts newspapers which realized $345,000.
auction industry and in their areas of expertise make them uniquely positioned to guide our clients through the auction process.
Our team of fine art specialists, Asian specialists and antique specialists is unmatched in Northern New England and is one of the top in the United States. Their years of experience, both in the
Julia’s developed an approach that is unique in the auction industry, seller’s commission rates as low as 0% for expensive items, a sliding scale commission structure that decreases automatically as the value of the items increases, and a marketing approach that results in generating higher returns than other auctioneers. Simply put, we sell items for more and charge less. Contact us for more information.
Abbott Fuller Graves (American, 1859-1936) Harbor Lookout (est. $100,000-150,000)
Two Large Cloisonne Censers (est. $6,500-7,500)
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Sold for $201,250
Sold for $248,850
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Firearms Division
Theodore Roosevelt Fox “F” Grade Shotgun Sold for $862,500
Julia’s Rare Firearms Division is the foremost rare and collectable firearms auction company in the world. We have conducted some of the highest grossing gun auctions in history. Sellers appreciate that our average sale value per lot is up to five times that of our industry competitors. And our worldwide body of buyers return time and time again for the opportunity to purchase the world’s finest collectible, important and historic firearms available for sale today.
pistols, the Dr. Joseph Murphy Collection, the personal collection war trophies of Brigadier General Theo C. Mataxis, a veteran of WWII, the Korean War, Vietnam and an advisor in Afghanistan, the Norm Flayderman collection, remarkable Kentucky long rifles and pistols from the collections of Dr. Douglas Sirkin, Woody Frey, and Frank Sujansky and the Elliott Burka Remington collection, among many others. A true highlight for the Julia’s team–as well as firearms enthusiasts worldwide–was the auction of the world class Elmer Keith Estate Collection. One of the most renowned authorities on arms and ammunition in the 20th century, Elmer Keith was a thought leader on ballistic performance, a prolific book author, a staff writer at prestigious firearms publications and the creative genius behind
While other auction companies focus on sheer volume over quality, we have maintained our focus on outstanding firearms– many with full provenance. The firearms we’ve sold in recent years read like a “Who’s Who” in the gun world. Our fine firearms team has handled guns and related militaria that belonged to Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt, Ernest Hemingway, Jesse James, General George Custer, Annie Oakley, the Dodge brothers and many other wellknown public figures. Julia’s fine firearms division is simply the finest resource for buying and selling extraordinary firearms and militaria. As the world’s largest and most trusted firearms auctioneer, we are the company most often chosen by elite, well known enthusiasts and museums to handle and sell their collections. Our talent, scope, and scale has resulted in hugely successful sales of the Evergreen Ventures Collection (formerly on display at the Evergreen Aviation Museum) of Class-3 weapons, the Wes Adams Collection of Winchesters, the Geoff Sturgess Collection of Auto Loading
Rare and Historic Colt Whitneyville-Walker Pistol “A Company #210” (est. $500,000-1,000,000)
Sold for $920,000
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Firearms Division
Rare Panel Scene Engraved Colt SAA Revolver (Murphy Collection) Sold for $701,500 (est. $350,000-600,000)
the .44 Magnum, the most powerful handgun at the time of its introduction. Examples from his collection represented the finest rarities from manufacturers including Westley Richards, Holland & Holland, Hoffman Arms, Smith & Wesson, Ruger and Colt, among many others. Julia’s offered more than 70 lots from this true American legend. His iconic #5, a Colt single action army revolver custom designed by Mr. Keith and Harold Croft, realized $80,500, and his famous “Jim Corbett” man-eating tiger rifle, perhaps the most important and iconic double rifle ever offered for sale, realized an astounding $265,000.
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An incredible factory engraved gold and silver Colt single action army revolver that was part of the 1876 Colt exhibit at the Philadelphia World’s Fair that realized $333,500. Rare Colt Model 1883 U.S. Navy Gatling Gun, which realized $322,000. A phenomenal Walther MP-PP Blowback prototype, shoulder stock lug, which realized $109,250. A fabulous early Confederate 1st national battle flag that realized $71,875.
Julia’s fine firearms division is the best marketplace for maximizing the value on remarkable guns and related materials. Some sales highlights include:
Julia’s travels worldwide to bring the best firearms collections to auction. We have represented consignors from Tasmania, Switzerland, Greece, the Middle East, South America, Denmark as well as clients from all 50 states.
Cased Engraved Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle (Adams Collection) (est. $100,000-175,000)
Cased One of Two Surviving First Prototype Model 1893 Borchardt Semi-Auto Pistol (Sturgess Collection) (est. $125,000-250,000)
Sold for $224,250
Sold for $161,000
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About Julia’s
Our History with Deep Roots in Excellence and Legacy Maine Heritage; Global Perspective
Jim graduated from college in 1974, bought the business from his father, and continued to grow it. By the early 1980s, Julia’s was known as a significant regional auction house. A few years later, Jim began to organize the auction house into specialty divisions as well as investing in the production of high quality print catalogs. These efforts paid off, and by the late 1980s, the company enjoyed a national reputation of excellence.
Our company’s roots in honesty and integrity were planted in the boyhood days of our founder, Jim Julia. In the 1950s, Jim’s father, Arthur, ran a successful insurance business. However, Arthur’s true calling was antiques, and so he started a small antiques business. His then school-aged son, Jim, picked up on his father’s passion and started working in the store during weekends and vacations. Even as a youngster, Jim couldn’t get enough of fine antiques, artwork, firearms and historical ephemera.
By the early 1990s, Jim established five specialty catalog divisions for the company. These include fine firearms; rare lamps and glass; toys, dolls, and antique advertising; fine art, antiques; and rare antique decoys. Each quickly established leadership roles in their respective areas.
A few years later, when Jim was old enough to drive, he made house calls to area estates. But not everyone was interested in selling their antiques and heirlooms. Then Jim had an idea that would change his family’s business forever–offering auction services to sell these fine items to a larger audience of buyers. Soon after, in the mid1960s, Arthur started a small country auction house which quickly became popular in central Maine.
He learned a lesson from another Maine company, L.L. Bean, and instituted a limited 45 day guarantee. Even today this is unique in the auction industry. This guarantee provides peace of mind to bidders and buyers, and encourages them to bid from around the world with confidence. Although Julia’s sold its interest in its decoy division in the 1990s, it continues today to be the exclusive auctioneer for this former division. A highlight of this relationship occurred in 2000. In cooperation with the Guyette & Schmidt Decoy Auction Company and Sotheby’s, Jim Julia shared the Sotheby’s auction podium with Sotheby’s auctioneers to auction the $11 million McCleary Decoy Collection. Jim was the first and only outside auctioneer to ever auction at Sotheby’s New York auction house. This achievement forever elevated him, and his namesake auction house, to international reputation–an ironclad status that continues almost two decades onward. The auction industry has seen enormous changes since the Julia family founded the company almost five decades ago. Perhaps
Two generations of Julia auctioneers. Jim and Sandy Julia together with his parents Arthur and Lilla Julia. 9
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Julia’s Boston Office
Located in Historic 1790 House at 827 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts the most profound have been in the last decade, with technology making it possible to buy and sell remotely at auction from the convenience of your laptop or mobile device. But Jim and his father have always insisted that there’s nothing that compares to attending a Julia’s auction in person! And they are absolutely right. Julia’s customers rave about: • Our dazzling previews, where you can handle and inspect any auction lot–or just take in the beauty of the entirety of the auction. We have reviewing stations set up with magnifiers, and our experts are at the ready to answer your questions. • Our fabulous auctioneers, whose chants, good humor and high energy will keep you bidding, laughing and focused throughout every moment of auction day. • Julia’s “best in the business” team. It’s all hands on deck auction day, and our entire staff has one goal–to ensure your buying or selling experience exceeds your expectations on every level. • The camaraderie developed with other enthusiasts who share their passions. Collector friends often make Julia’s auctions their gathering or reunion destination. • The absolute thrill of raising a paddle, bidding and winning in person.
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And, of course, Julia’s famous free lunch buffet–offering delicious treats for all to enjoy.
Today Julia’s has three divisions focused on Rare & Collectible Firearms, Fine Art, Asian & Antiques and Rare Lamps, Glass & Fine Jewelry. Combined annual sales of these three divisions make Julia’s one of the top ten antique Auctioneers in North America. The company employs over thirty full time staff and has a team of over thirty specialists that assist in the cataloging and vetting process. In 2012 Julia’s expanded into a second location in the Greater Boston area. In keeping with our tradition and values, we are located in the Historic 1790 House in the Boston suburb of Woburn, MA. Our office is convenient to Interstate 95/ Route 128–less than 1/2 mile from the exit.
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Why You Should Work with James D. Julia, Inc. Jim’s Passion for his Product is Evident There are so many reasons to sell and buy at James D. Julia. Reputation. We have been involved in the auction business for almost five decades and have established and maintained an impeccable reputation for honesty and fair dealing with both buyers and sellers.
Seller’s Commission Rates on High Value Items as low as...
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avish, full color brochures mailed L globally to clients. Live event promotions and advertising.
Press Releases. We issue both pre-sale and post-sale press releases to major domestic and international media publications, as well as focus on the subject being offered.
Our Catalogs. Our catalogs are the finest in the industry. They are full color and lavishly illustrated, often with multiple photos per item. It is our intention to place the goods in our client’s hands via our catalog and presentation is our utmost goal.
Our Website. Our popular website is constantly being updated to increase views and traffic. We post each catalog online, complete with multiple images, ZOOMin features, and our unique 360° view on selected items.
We guarantee our descriptions which are fully detailed, honest and accurate. They are prepared by the finest specialists in the industry. Our catalogers are recognized for their special knowledge in the niche that they catalog. If an item does not match up to its Julia description and it has a major impact on the value, it can be returned without question. This guarantee, nearly unique in the industry, encourages bidders to participate in a far more confident manner than they would if the goods were not guaranteed. This, of course, means more money for our consignors.
Live Events. We participate in various trade shows throughout the country, solely to promote our clients’ goods and upcoming auctions. Live Internet Bidding. All our auctions are now online. By hosting our auctions on these platforms, we are exposing our clients’ goods to virtually millions of proven affluent collectors and enthusiasts. Telemarketing. Julia’s has a database of thousands and thousands of past bidders and buyers. This database allows us to discern what the client is interested in collecting and to provide specific recommendations that may appeal to them. In addition, we receive inquiries from around the world regarding lots that are being auctioned or upcoming auctions. We also call these leads to share items that they may find interesting in the upcoming auction. All of our telemarketing is conducted by Julia’s staff so that all information remains confidential and we can assure the quality of the calls.
Advertising and Marketing. Julia’s has the most comprehensive and aggressive advertising and marketing operations in the business. This includes: • Many of the major collector and antique publications here and abroad. • Major regional general publications. • Membership lists and newsletters for various collector organizations. 11
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Dedicated Auction Staff
Experienced and Professional Team Electronic and Social Marketing. The company publishes a monthly newsletter for each division as well as issuing auction reminders as auction days approach. We also use various social media feeds to promote our auctions, events and highlights.
key aspects of an item, or just that extra effort in the auctioning process sometimes can mean 10-20% difference. This is a win-win for everyone involved in the sale. Service. Our philosophy is to have personable and professional relationships with all of our customers. It is our goal that every interaction you have with us is as convenient, pleasant and helpful as possible. If you have questions, we will provide you with accurate and timely information. If you have special needs, we will do everything we can to satisfy those needs–within reason, of course.
Finest and Most Comfortable Auction Facility in the Industry. We are proud of our state of the art auction facility in Fairfield, Maine. Our customers describe it as well lit, airy, inviting and comfortable. Unlike some competing auction houses which take their auctions on the road, we have the capability for in-house preview sessions. And, because a client’s goods come to our auction facility and stay here, there is less handling and less potential for any damage to take place.
Large Collection Transport. We can arrange for pickup and delivery of your goods to our auction facility in a safe, insured and convenient manner.
We Are Auctioneers Only, Not Dealer/Auctioneers, We Work for You! Our primary goals are selling and maximizing the return on YOUR auction consignments. In a situation in which an auctioneer consigns a large number of items to his own auction, there is the potential for the auctioneer to work harder to sell their offerings than those of the clients’. Although this is not illegal, we don’t do this at Julia’s as a matter of policy and consider it a conflict of interest.
Location. There are three major airports serving our auction facility. We are located just one mile off Interstate 95, a stone’s throw to a number of good motels and dining destinations. The Julia Staff. Our people make up one of the finest auction teams in the country. Our staff consists primarily of long term Julia employees, skilled and specifically trained in the handling of rare and valuable items.
Terms. At Julia’s, the commission structure is based on what you consign to us. Your rate is proportional to the quality and value of the items consigned to us. The higher their quality and value, the lower your commission rate will be. It can even get as low as 0%! Our contracts are straightforward and have no “hidden charges.” Owner Auctioneer Combination. James D. Julia Auctioneers is one of the few upscale auction houses in North America where the owner, Jim Julia, performs the majority of the auctioneering, along with a few other key employees. As such, we know our customers and their specific needs. Including details about a lot, promoting Visit www.jamesdjulia.com for more information
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Customer Testimonials
Honesty & Integrity
A Business Built on Trust You were so patient with my questions and so thorough with your explanations as to the procedure that would ensure that I soon began to feel more comfortable in dealing with your company. You were always courteous and responsive to my inquiries. —Frances B. Napowsa
This is a firm that reeks of success in all that they do. We learned long ago when we first started collecting, when you buy, buy the best. So when we decided to sell, we wanted what we considered the best team. The end result was everything we anticipated and much more. —Bob & Jackie Stewart
The auction house and their employees are efficient, extremely competent, and have an extensive knowledge of art. They have always responded to our questions and offered us excellent advice. —Robinson Callen You are a masterful salesman and your enthusiasm, determination, persistence and continued ability to overcome whatever obstacles that arose during negotiations were central to this collection ultimately selling. —Sheila Goldman
I am writing to express my complete and thorough satisfaction with your services in your recent auction. I found your company and staff to be extremely knowledgeable and professional with regards to my consigned items. I could not be more satisfied with every step of the process, appraisal, transport, advertisement and sale of my consigned items. —Ron Ogletree
I also wanted to applaud your staff ’s cataloging and advertising efforts. The pictures, brochures and catalogs provided an excellent overview of the items to be sold and they arrived in a timely manner. Additionally, your website pictured all the items with a thorough description of each lot. —Bonnie Proudian We especially appreciated the personal attention that your employees gave us, which included coming to Maryland to examine, appraise, pack and transport artwork, furniture and other collectibles to Maine for your annual summer auction. —Mark Rankin, Ann Rasmussen
The write up and pictures in the auction catalog were outstanding. This is probably why it sold for four times the amount that I agreed to let it go for ($18,000 vs. $4,500). I very much appreciate what you and Julia Auctions did for me. —Earl Timpke
I would heartily endorse and encourage anyone in the decision-making process to consider Julia Auctions as not only a viable choice but a wise one too. —Hildreth S. Rodrigues
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Customer Testimonials
A Family Business
Jim & Sandy Julia on the Auction Floor Over the years I have attended numerous major gun, knife and military auctions both as a buyer and a seller. Never have I witnessed an auction that was run with such clarity, finesse and smoothness as James Lucie, consignor you and your staff managed to do with this sale. I can only recommend the J.D. Julia Auction House in the highest degree possible to anyone contemplating a sale of their treasures. —Jim Lucie
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As we began James D. Julia, Inc. presents The Extraordinary Wes Adams Collection researching options, March 3, 2012, October 1, 2012 & March 11, 2013 I contacted a number of qualified resources and unanimously your name came up with excellent reviews. Upon our first meeting I acquired a level of confidence and trust in the skilled knowledge you presented of your craft. I am grateful for the “pros and cons” that you shared with me The Collection of Wes Adams Sold for $300,900 to shed light on what direction would be the most appropriate choice for our family. The Extraordinary Wes Adams Collection March 13, 2012, October 1, 2012 & March 11, 2013
Sold for $477,250
The Famous John Dodge Winchester 1886 and Savage 1899 (Combined total estimate for both guns: $300,000–425,000)
Extraordinary, One of a Kind, Relief Engraved, Gold & Nickel Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle (Est: $200,000–300,000)
...we had a terrific time and I was so impressed with the operation of James D. Julia. I could work there! It was a pleasure meeting you, Andrew, Jim and the whole team. That was what was so impressive, you have a TEAM and all seem to work together so well. Even though it was such an emotional time, we were both happy we came. —Nancy Steffes
...The revenue of the sales proved very rewarding and I was in awe of how strategically everything was planned and followed through. Your professionalism has its own elevation of excellence. —Elizabeth Adams and the Wes Adams family
The gun fraternity all agree on one thing; that your description and catalogs far surpass anyone else in the business. The fraternity greatly appreciated the effort that goes into your auctions. Because of your efforts the world has seen a new art form, and the catalogs have become archival references. —Bill Dykes
Whether selling or buying, I have had nothing but the best experience. In fact the experience has been so good that I do not use any other auction company. Whether describing a firearm I buy or one that I am selling, your catalog descriptions and pictures are flawless leaving no flaw or attribute out. It’s almost as good as being there. —F. G. Rhodes
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You and your staff handled the sale with professionalism and yet with a kindness that is usually reserved for special friends. Jay and I have considered you and your entire staff friends for many years. —Hannelore Huber 14
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World Class Auction Company With a Personal Touch
Thank you for taking the time to read this publication. We have the finest auction team that I have ever worked with, and they do a wonderful job for both our consignors and our buyers. Today, more than ever it is critical to do business with a company that you can trust. Back in 1974 I purchased the business from my father. He always taught me that, “bought right is half sold.” That basic tenet drives the auction business today. Great merchandise consigned at realistic, low estimates will usually generate the best results for our consignors. Year after year we continue to prove the validity of this formula. As we have grown from a small auction barn to one of the leading antique auction houses in North America, we continue to retain this formula. Our combined team of in house staff and knowledgeable specialists provide a level of expertise and customer service that I feel is unmatched in the auction industry. Back in my teens my father sent me out to “pick” from many of the houses within a fifty mile radius of Fairfield. I still remember the feeling of knocking on the door and introducing myself, just hoping to get inside and discover some treasures. I found that being honest and fair with my clients was the best policy almost fifty years ago and it is the same today. I look forward to doing business with you and hope you come to an upcoming auction here in Fairfield. As my staff hears me say, “It is at the center of everything in Maine. The mountains, the lakes and the ocean, all less than an hour away.” —Jim Julia
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Firearms Division
Historic Colt Whitneyville-Walker Pistol “A Company #210” Sold for $920,000 (estimate: $500,000-1,000,000)
James D. Julia is the foremost firearms auction company in the world. Over the past five years, our Rare Firearms Division has conducted some of the highest grossing gun auctions in history. Sellers will be pleased to know that our average sale value per lot recently topped $15,000; our industry competitors range from $800-3,000 per lot. Julia’s frequently sets World Record prices at our Extraordinary Auction of Rare and Historic Firearms auctions, as well as continually offering the most valuable firearms at auction in the world. Some of our highlights include a rare Colt Walker pistol for $920,000, (at the time, the most expensive single firearm ever auctioned), President Theodore Roosevelt’s Fox “F” Grade Shotgun for $862,500, Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt SAA revolver (Sears and Roebuck “Cow Boy” Special) for $747,500. We excel at marketing and selling rare and valuable firearms, including important Winchesters, rare Colts, high art shotguns, Civil War and Class-3 machine guns, among others. While other auction companies focus on sheer volume over quality, we have maintained our focus on outstanding firearms, both for the collector and the sportsman. And, as a result, we have an impressive, loyal and global customer base for our high-grade firearms and militaria. The collections we’ve handled in recent years reads like a “Who’s Who” in the gun world. Iconic collections from all over the world like the Norm Flayderman Collection, the Wes Adams Collection, the Elmer Keith collection, the Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess collection, the Springfield Arsenal Artillery Collection, the Evergreen Museum Collection of Class-3 firearms, the Woody & Betty Frey collection, the Frank Sujanksy collection, the Dr. Douglas Sirkin collection, the Dr. John Pickup collection, the collection of Robert Howard and the Scagel knife collection of Dr. Lucie. Julia’s Sporting & Collector Firearms Auction accompanies our Extraordinary Auction of Rare and Collectible firearms, and features lots targeted in the $2,000 to $8,000 price range. We had many clients that requested we expand into this category, and our results have been outstanding. While this auction is not designed to be a record setter, it has achieved fabulous results thus far both in the sell through and in the prices realized at auction.
The success of this division is in large due to our extraordinary team, without question the finest in the gun auction business today. Tony Wilcox, Jeremy Hatch and John Keene work in Fairfield to assist our clients in Maine. Our outside agents Wes Dillon, Josh Loewensteiner, John Sexton, Tom Power and J.R. LaRue are always available to assist our clients as well. Each of them has an extraordinary and diverse background in the firearms and auction world. The team is supported by our excellent administrative team of Tara Fredette, Chelsea Semple and Danelle Inman. Tony Wilcox, Sales Consultant, is a lifetime militaria enthusiast. His areas of interest and knowledge include European and American small military arms from 1840–1950 as well as guns from Winchester and Colt. In addition to his work with Julia’s, Wilcox operates his own retail firearms business. He has been attending militaria shows and events for over 40 years to keep current with collector and industry trends, interests and directions.
Tony Wilcox
Jeremy Hatch, Sales Consultant, is a lifelong hunting enthusiast. He has a strong background in sporting arms as a long time marketing and sales representative for Shooting Sportsman magazine. Jeremy is also a registered Maine Guide with over 20 years of experience. Wes Dillon came to work for Julia’s in June 2007. He has an extensive background in rare firearms. Wes attended the University of Illinois and Southern Illinois University. He is one of the founding members of the world-famous Cabela’s Gun Library and eventually became the managing head. His many years of management skills, his superb client relationship skills and his great professionalism and attention to detail have helped to create a superior customer approach in our Rare Firearms Division.
Jeremy Hatch
Wes Dillon
Ernest Hemingway’s Westley Richards Best Quality Double Rifle Sold for $339,250 (estimate: $150,000-200,000)
John Keene is a full time staff member at Julia’s. He leads our BATF compliance efforts as well as being responsible for identifying, evaluating, appraising and cataloging specialty military firearms for auction. He specializes in Class-3 machine guns from the first half of the 20th century. He also has expertise with machine guns from the 1950s onward, as well as 20th century John Keene military firearms. Mr. Keene is a retired Army combat veteran who has proudly served our country for over 28 years. Keene was a charter member and officer of the Hiram Maxim Historical Society. Josh Loewensteiner, Julia’s regional Sales Agent, is a lifelong firearms enthusiast who began studying, collecting and shooting guns with his father and brother when he was just eight years old. He particularly enjoys American sporting guns. Josh is a member of the Parker Gun Collector society, current serving on the Board of Directors as well as Secretary, the Lefever Arms Josh Loewensteiner Collectors Association, the Parker Gun Collectors Association, the A.H. Fox Gun Collectors Association, the Colt Collectors Association, as well as the NRA.
Russian AK-47 with Secret Service Prov. to the Tet Offensive Battle (est: $30,000-50,000)
Sold for$92,000
J.R. LaRue, Chief Firearms Consultant, heads Julia’s fine firearms consulting department, and has been a key and instrumental component to the success of this division. He has been with Julia’s in various roles since 1996, but spent many years prior to that with the company on a project basis. He is extensively involved in the assessment, acquisition and cataloging of a tremendous array of quality collections and firearms. His rapport, extraordinary sense of recall, and immense depth of experience in the gun world benefit this division tremendously. John Sexton is Julia’s Special Sales Consultant and Agent. John has long been affiliated with Julia’s as a cataloger and consultant. He is one of the world’s subject matter experts in Civil War militaria and martial arms from the late 19th century. He is also an accredited appraiser with expertise in diverse areas including firearms, art and other high value categories. Our Rare Firearms Division is the finest organization in the world for buying and selling fine firearms at auction. Depending upon what we are handling, we utilize as many as twenty different specialty consultants to catalog goods. These consultants are some of the foremost experts in their respective fields. Many of these consultants are renowned scholars, authors and dealers in the trade. If you have one item of quality or an entire collection, you will find dealing with our Rare Firearms Division to be easy, convenient, straightforward and extremely profitable. Call us at (207) 453-7125 or email us today at firearms@jamesdjulia.com for a discussion of your auction needs.
Unique Gold Encrusted 16 gauge L.C. Smith “Deluxe” Grade (est: $150,000-250,000)
Sold for $207,000
Engraved & Gold Inlaid Colt SAA (The Sears Gun) (Murphy Collection) Sold for $747,500 (estimate: $450,000-800,000)
What Our Clients Have to Say... As we began researching options, I contacted a number of qualified resources and unanimously your name came up with excellent reviews. Upon our first meeting I acquired a level of confidence and trust in the skilled knowledge you presented of your craft. I am grateful for the “pros and cons” that you shared with me to shed light on what direction would be the most appropriate choice for our family.
Wes Adams
...The revenue of the sales proved very rewarding and I was in awe of how strategically everything was planned and followed through. Your professionalism has its own elevation of excellence.
...Once again, please be assured that I remain a loyal customer of the Julia auction and I also remain a friend. I will continue to promote the Julia auction when asked who I trusted to auction my firearms.
Dr. Joseph A. Murphy
—Dr. Joseph A. Murphy During the course of the many emotions and setbacks involved in dealing with the death of a loved one and the estate, and the sale of family heirlooms, working with Jim and the entire staff was always like a breath of fresh air, moving closer to resolution without complication! I look forward to sharing this experience with my friends as well as having a continued relationship with the business end of the auction house.
—Elizabeth Adams and the Wes Adams family It always seemed that words failed me in my effort to justly describe the unbelievable and incredible manner in which you accomplished this regarding the preparation of, the conducting of, and the results of the sale. Your penchant for exacting detail, the massive amount of nationwide pre-sale advertising including the most impressive Las Vegas display, the highly ethical and time consuming personal counsel you gave freely to many buyers (yes, I heard from many buyers how pleasant and thorough you were in describing pieces). The list goes on…
The catalog presentation was spectacular and all of the advertisements and mini broadsides were also high quality. The opportunity to work with the Julia family has been a very pleasant experience for me – always first class in every way.
—Victoria Belmont
Dr. James R. Lucie
—Dr. James R. Lucie
Tiffany Presentation Sword to Major General Lewis Merrill (est: $85,000-125,000)
Sold for $241,500
Relief Carved Frederick Sell Littlestown, PA Flintlock Rifle (est: $65,000-95,000)
Sold for $195,500
Extraordinary Walther Armee Pistole with Long Barrel Sold for $155,250 (estimate: $75,000-100,000) I feel that Norm’s Collection is in good hands as do Judy and John. We are very comfortable with you and the way you are handling things... The object of this whole endeavor is to preserve Norm’s legacy.
Your knowledge of firearms and the company’s professional, honest and straightforward approach made dealing with you a pleasure. Never once did you balk at our silly questions. You always graciously and promptly answered any and all our concerns.
Please share with Jim and everyone at James Julia that we love the beautiful job you’ve done on the catalog. What an honor to Norm.
...As a note to any prospective client: to get the maximum exposure to the marketplace for your special firearm, may we recommend James D. Julia. Thank you for your excellent service! The outcome far exceeded our expectations.
—Ruthie Flayderman and Flayderman Family
Norm Flayderman
—Earle & Sandra Honnen
Thank you for doing such a great job for us. You and your team truly exceeded our expectations. We greatly appreciated your honesty and open communication throughout the process. Everything from start to finish was taken care of in a very efficient and professional manner. —Heather Houchins Morrow ( John Houchins Collection)
John Houchins Royal Wheel-Lock Sporting Rifle by Samuel Kluge in Landshut
Sold for $115,000
Carved Ivory Stocked & Engraved Presentation Winchester 1866 SRC of Mexican President Porfirio Diaz (Tudor Jones II Coll.) (est. $150,000-250,000)
Sold for$230,000
Jim Corbett Man-Eating Tiger Rifle (Man Eaters of Kumaon) W. J. Jeffery Grade 2 Best Boxlock Ejector Double Rifle (Keith Collection) (est. $75,000-150,000)
Sold for$264,500
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James D. Julia, Inc. | info@jamesdjulia.com | +1 (207) 453-7125 | www.jamesdjulia.com Fairfield, Maine, USA | Boston, Massachusetts, USA | Auctioneer: James D. Julia | Lic#: ME AR83 | MA AU1406 | NH 2511