Premier Firearms Auction
Session 2 ~ Saturday
Nick Poulin
Premier Firearms Auction
President
nick@poulinauctions.com
Spring 2022
May 6th, 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2022 - 10:00AM Reservations recommended for Auction Day
Preview Dates:
Jackie Julia
Katya Tilton
jackie@poulinauctions.com
katyat@poulinauctions.com
General Manager
May 4th & 5th, 2022 - 9:00AM – 5:00PM Preview begins at 8:00AM prior to the auction Previews are also available by appointment
Sales Coordinator
199 Skowhegan Road, Fairfield, ME 04937 Office: 207-453-2114 | Fax: 207-453-2192 info@poulinauctions.com | Stephen Poulin, ME Lic # 1115 Please visit our website poulinauctions.com for the online catalog, latest updates and a prices realized database of our past auctions.
Andy Ireland
Ben Higgins
aireland@poulinauctions.com
benh@poulinauctions.com
Operations Manager IT Specialist
Dave Sanders Chief Firearms Consultant
dsanders@poulinauctions.com
Bill Taylor
Firearms Consultant
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iCollector.com
Consignment Sales Associate
Robert French
Chief Edged Weapons, Militaria & Early Firearms Consultant
Jeff Zimba
Class III / NFA Specialist jzimba@poulinauctions.com
Neil Whitcomb Josh Loewensteiner Firearms Consultant
nwhitcomb@poulinauctions.com
Firearms Consultant jloew@poulinauctions.com
Ron Gabel
Firearms Consultant
bfrench@poulinauctions.com
Malcom MacGregor
Firearms Consultant
mal.macgregor@poulinauctions.com
John Sexton
Civil War Consultant & Coordinator
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Leonardo M. Antaris, MD
Independent Firearms Specialist & Consultant
Ralph Wood
Firearms Consultant
rwood@poulinauctions.com
Premier Firearms Auction Session 2
Auction Dates
May 6th, 2022 10:00am ~ lots 1000 – 1836 May 7th, 2022 10:00am ~ lots 2001 – 2769 May 8th, 2022 10:00am ~ lots 3001 – 3600 May 9th, 2022 10:00am ~ lots 4001 – 4615
Previews
May 4th, 2022 ~ 9:00AM – 5:00PM May 5th, 2022 ~ 9:00AM – 5:00PM Auction Days ~ Doors open at 8:00AM
In Loving Memory of Hall of Fame Auctioneer
Arthur & Lilla Julia
Consignments Being Accepted For Our Fall 2022 Premier Firearms Auction
Seller’s Commission on Expensive Items and Valuable Collections
consign now to take advantage of our aggressive marketing campaign
The Tradition Continues New Facility Same Family & Great Location
Former Auction Facility of World Renowned Hall of Fame Auctioneer James Julia We are pleased to announce the purchase of our neighboring auction facility. This acquisition will give us one of the largest firearms auction compounds in the industry with nearly 50,000 square feet of climate controlled and secured space dedicated to the promotion, presentation and efficient handling of fine firearms collections. Our new facility features a spacious gallery and auction auditorium that was designed for an aesthetically pleasing presentation with modern, state-of-the-art auction amenities..
THE TRADITION CONTINUES... The tradition continues…. Our company’s roots in honesty and integrity were planted nearly 70 years ago with the auction family’s founders, Arthur & Lilla Julia. In the 1950’s my grandfather, Arthur, ran a successful insurance business. However, he realized that his true calling was in antiques and collectibles. Shortly after starting a small antiques business, Arthur and his family began offering auction services to reach a larger marketplace of buyers. It was not long before the auction firm grew to a popular well attended auction house. As the company grew so did the family’s inspiration to reach a larger audience. In the early 1980’s Arthur’s son, world renowned hall of fame auctioneer James Julia, began to organize the family auction house into specialty divisions. The family business grew to a world renowned auction house and after his final sale in March of 2018 the family’s total sales had reached nearly $800 MILLION. As the family business grew, Arthur, his daughter Jeannine Poulin & her husband Stephen Poulin began holding collectibles auctions. The company Julia-Poulin auctioneers guided by Arthur Julia’s core principles of straight forward honest business dealings quickly grew to a well-known regional auction house. As the family businesses developed together so did the interest from the collecting fraternities. By the early 2000’s the two seperate Arthur & Lilla Julia companies began holding auctions in conjunction with one another Founders creating events that drew interest from across the globe. Together the two companies brought numerous famous collections to the market including; Elmer Keith Estate Collection, Evergreen Ventures Collection of Class-3 weapons, Bruce Stern Collection, Richard Rohal Collection, David Crocker Collection, John Houchins Collection, Robert Haskell III Collection, Larry Schlick Collection, Charles Lamb Collection, Lewis & Leyton Yearout Collection, Elliott Burka Collection & many more. As the two companies client bases melded and grew the event did as well. From 2008 until Jim Julia’s final auction in March 2018 the two companies in Fairfield Maine continuously held the largest grossing firearms auction event in the world generating an astonishing $15-25 MILLION in firearms sales per event. Today based on annual sales our auction house (Poulin’s) is one of the top 4 firearm auction houses in the world. Our established impeccable reputation for honest & fair dealings with both buyers and sellers has been instrumental to our continued growth. We offer a unique 30 business day limited guarantee that provides a greater level of confidence from buyers. After Jim Julia’s last auction we are now the only auction house in the firearms auction industry that offers this incredible guarantee.
Jeannine & Stephen Poulin
Our recent purchase of Jim Julia’s state of the art auction facility and offices will now provide us with over 50,000 square feet of climate controlled and secure space dedicated to the promotion, presentation and efficient handling of fine firearms collections.
I could not be happier continuing to offer quality auctions in our family’s auction facilities. The presentation and atmosphere has been described by many as “electric”, “exciting”, “inviting”, & “comfortable”. The streamlined handling of collections will continue to allow us to offer the best value to consignors and buyers in the firearms auction industry. Our seller’s commission is the most conservative in the industry. We regularly offer our 0% or better seller’s commission to clients who are taking advantage of our aggressive marketing campaign and ultra-low seller’s commission. Our buyer’s premium of 15% has not fluctuated despite the trends in the industry reaching a 20-25% base buyer’s premium.
Nick Poulin President
Arthur Julia taught the family to be honest, modest & fair. As he would explain to me “You do not need to get rich on every consignment. Just make sure that you are pointed in the right direction and look at the big picture.” I hold dear to those words and many others that he shared with me and look forward to continue presenting phenomenal collections and auctions to our clientele.
Thank you for taking the time to read this, thank you to all of my family & team that has been instrumental in developing our business, & thank you to my mother & father for everything that you have done to get us to where we are today. Sincerely, Nick Poulin
NOTES
Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions Please Read 1.
1A. FOR PURCHASERS WHO HAVE ITEMS SHIPPED TO THEM: Should there be a major discrepancy as listed in Item 1 above, a refund may be arranged and the buyer would need to make arrangements for the return within 30 business days of the auction date. Because consignor’s payments are sent out on the 35th business day after the auction, ANY REQUESTS MADE FOR A REFUND AFTER 30 BUSINESS DAYS OF THE AUCTION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please pay promptly to ensure that you have time to inspect your purchases. If we do not have all of your payment, paperwork or credit card information for the items to be shipped by the 10th business day after the auction you could be jeopardizing your ability to qualify for a refund. Shipments can take 1-2 weeks from the time we receive the entirety of your required payment and paperwork to process and ship due to the volume of clientele that we are processing after the auction. We are not responsible for any liability with the descriptions if we have not received everything that we need to complete the transaction in time for the items to be shipped to you. NO PARTIAL REFUNDS. 1B. FOR LIVE BIDDERS: It is expected that you have examined the items before you purchased them and that as you pick them up, you will re-examine them one last time. If there is a problem regarding condition, it is expected that you would notify us immediately before leaving the auction facility. Also, please check to make sure all components to your lots are there. All possibility of a refund is null and void once you have left our facility with the item(s). 2.
WE AT POULIN ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS, INC. WOULD LIKE TO MAKE YOUR BIDDING EXPERIENCE AS PLEASANT AS POSSIBLE: Whether you are bidding live, absentee or by phone, we ask that before you bid in any manner that you satisfy all your questions, so that you may feel confident in placing your bids with us. All the items we offer have been pre-owned, loved, handled and used. Keeping this in mind, we suggest you call us with your inquiries. Please call prior to the first day of the auction, at least 48 hours or sooner, to get any questions and/or damage reports available on the items that interest you.
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THE AUCTIONEER IS THE SOLE DETERMINANT AS TO WHO IS THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER: At the Auctioneer’s discretion he may re-offer and resell the article if a dispute arises. Auctioneer’s sale recording shall be conclusive as to who was the successful purchaser and the purchase price. If there is no apparent interest in an item (1/3 of catalog low estimate) or an appreciable opening bid, (when no catalog is printed), the item will be passed from the block by the Auctioneer and will not be re-offered again until possibly a later date.
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5.5% SALES TAX must be charged to all successful bidders. * Maine residents who do not present a valid ANNUAL RESALE CERTIFICATE at the time of registration will have to pay the 5.5% sales tax. NO EXCEPTIONS. * Under Maine law, items to be shipped within Maine will have the tax applied. * If you reside in the state of Maine, but maintain an out of state tax number, you must pay sales tax. This is Maine law. * Out of State residents. If you are not a Maine resident, we require a copy of your sales tax certificate or an affidavit (proof of your business, such as business check or card, etc.). Due to the recent Supreme Court ruling, items shipped to some out of state residents may be charged sales tax, if your state requires our company to collect the recipient’s state sales tax.
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DESCRIPTIONS: We have attempted to make a consistent effort in cataloging and correctly describing the property to be sold. Should the need arise, we will make verbal corrections and provide additional information at the time of sale. A correction to the printed material announced by the auctioneer during the auction takes precedence over printed descriptions. The printed catalog descriptions carry a limited guarantee to protect you against major discrepancies that would have a major effect upon the value of the item. Under no circumstances do we guarantee against anything less than a major discrepancy that would have less than a major effect upon value. Several examples: If we call a Colt a Winchester. Or if we state the firearm is in original finish and it has been re-blued. Percent estimate of finish is an opinion and may vary from individual to individual, so this would not qualify. Not every item included in this auction has been completely disassembled to verify internal component’s origins. However, if we have made the statement that the item is “all matching” or “internal numbers match”, we guarantee that this information is accurate. If an item’s description does not list the status of the internal components we do not guarantee that they are original, matching or that they are period. If you would like additional information concerning internal components of a firearm that does not mention the internal components in the description, please contact us at 207-453-2114 and our consultants will be happy to assist you at their earliest availability. This limited guarantee is limited to what you paid for the item from us and not what you expect to get if you had sold it. Note: It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to satisfy themselves on the age, authenticity, condition, description and value of each lot before bidding. This includes all bidders whether they be here at the live auction, absentee, phone or internet bidders.
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BUYERS PREMIUM OF 17.5% will be applied to all property sold to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price and is therefore subject to applicable state sales tax. A 2.5% discount will be given to those paying by Cash, Wire Transfer, Bank check or pre-approved check.
5A. PROXIBID, INVALUABLE, AUCTION ZIP, ICOLLECTOR & LIVEAUCTIONEER BIDDERS: These are internet bidding services that are provided by separate companies that hosts our auctions live. They charge us a significant fee to upload to their platforms. They charge 3% to the buyer who utilizes their services. This amount is added into your Buyers Premium on your invoice. 6.
RESERVES: Occasionally an item may carry a conservative reserve. Therefore the auctioneer retains the right to bid on behalf of the owner. We will tell you if an item carries a reserve should you inquire.
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6A. AUCTION STAFF MAY BID COMPETITIVELY ON ITEM OFFERED FOR THEIR OWN PURPOSES. 7.
NAMES OF CONSIGNORS ARE CONSIDERED CONFIDENTIAL and will not be given out unless we have prior approval from the consignor to do so or if the auctioneer deems necessary.
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PAYMENT: All items are to be paid for in United States American Funds the day of the sale. We accept Cash, pre-approved checks, Visa, MC, American Express, Discover & wire transfers. All items must be paid for in full before being removed from our facility. All fees associated with the cost of a wire transfer or bank check are those of the purchaser. * Must have valid driver’s license when paying by charge cards & checks. * Checks are to be pre-approved by auctioneer prior to the auction (at least 2 business days before auction, NOT the day of the auction). A letter of reference from your bank is recommended to those who have never done business with us before. The auctioneer reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by checks that have not been pre-approved until we can see that the check has cleared the bank. It is our policy to hold merchandise on all first time buyers, due to our bank’s recommendation of 10 days, until the check has cleared the bank. (This enables the check to clear the bank and if it does not, then it gives them the time to notify us via mail). * There will be a $25 fee charged for all returned checks. * Third party checks are not accepted. Note: Delay in payment, means delay in shipment to you. Delay in shipment to you could mean you lose all possibility of a return, so please make a prompt payment. The speediest forms of payments are credit cards or bank checks. Personal or Business checks from first time buyers will hold the shipment up for 10 business days until checks have cleared the bank. This could jeopardize the warranties of the descriptions if the shipment exceeds 18 business days.
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OUT OF COUNTRY BUYERS:
9A. Payment must be in the form of either Wire transfers or Checks (made out in United States funds). Credit cards are only accepted for the shipping process. All fees associated with the use of a wire transfer are the responsibility of the purchaser. This includes the $25 fee that Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. is charged by their bank for the international wire transfer. 9B. A payment by wire transfer or bank check qualifies the purchaser for a 2.5% deduction on their Buyers Premium. 9C. All firearms (this includes all antiques, curios or modern firearms), plus edged weapons and any item that has a portion of an animal (ivory, etc..) must go through either an exporter or another FFL dealer that supplies this service. We, Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc., will not ship any of these items out of the country without the use of an exporter.
WARNING
All firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items. They are not examined, tested, or warranted by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. consignors, employees, or agents as to shootability. Please be sure that you have any gun properly checked for safety by a competent gunsmith before attempting to fire. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. does not warranty the safety of any ammunition that it sells. All ammunition is sold as collectors items and is not intended for firing. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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11. TITLE: A title passes upon the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer or when announced as sold by the auctioneer. * The auctioneer is the sole determinant as to who is the successful winning bidder. * It is then the responsibility of the buyer to make full payment prior to removing the items from the premises. * It is both the buyer’s risk and expense for removal and must be made at the conclusion of the sale unless other arrangements are made with Poulins Antiques & Auctions, Inc. All items to be packaged by the purchaser, unless the items are to be shipped. * If an item(s) cannot be removed on the sale date, storage may be arranged for an agreed amount of time. A fee of $25 a month – per item will be charged for any item(s) being left in our facility longer than 30 days from auction date. ALL ITEM(S) left will be at the purchaser’s risk. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. is not liable for any damage or loss occurring during storage on behalf of the purchaser. Items will not be released to the purchaser until all storage fees and any other balance due to Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. is paid in full. Fees continue until the balance has been paid in full. * IF CONTACT CANNOT BE MADE WITH THE BUYER TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR PAYMENT AND SHIPPING WITHIN 18 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE AUCTION THE AUCTIONEER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO OFFER THE ITEM TO THE UNDERBIDDER. 12. THE BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE TO HAVE FULL KNOWLEDGE AS TO WHETHER THE ITEM THEY ARE BIDDING ON IS LEGAL FOR THEM TO POSSESS OR IMPORT INTO THEIR RESIDENT STATE OR COUNTRY: If a buyer purchases an item that is either illegal to possess in their resident state or will not be cleared through customs, the buyer is responsible for the purchase and will not be issued a refund. The item determined illegal in their resident state or country will be offered in the next auction and a seller’s commission and restocking fee will be deducted from the proceeds of the sale of the item(s) resold on behalf of the purchaser. NOTE: Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. will not change the name or amount on an invoice, or alter any paperwork in any manner for any item. 13. WITHDRAWALS: We reserve the right to withdraw any property before the sale and shall have no liability for such withdrawal. 14. ABSENTEE & PHONE BIDS ARE ACCEPTED AT POULIN’S: Absentee bidding is a free service we provide to our customers. Bidding on items shows that you agree with all terms & conditions of bidding. * We accept bids from International Countries, with the exception of sanctioned Countries. * We accept Absentee & Phone bids with the condition that bids are written clearly and that a lot number & brief description of each lot is written out. (i.e. : Lot 101 – Colt Woodsman Revolver – $850.00). It is necessary that this format is followed to be sure that we can check for accidental errors that are made by the absentee bidders with an incorrectly written lot number resulting in the purchase or bidding on an incorrect lot. PLEASE NOTE: IF A BIDDER MISIDENTIFIES A LOT NUMBER OR ITEM THAT THEY ARE INTERESTED IN BIDDING ON RESULTING IN THE PURCHASE OF THE LOT(S) IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO PAY FOR THE PURCHASE EVEN THOUGH HE MADE AN ERROR WHEN BIDDING ON THE LOT(S). Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. is not responsible for these errors with absentee bids. * Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. shall not be held responsible for any failure to properly execute an absentee or phone bid whether it be due to equipment failure, lack of description on bid form, clerical error, loss of connection or failure to hear or understand the bidder’s directions, etc..
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10. AGENTS: NON-FIREARMS AGENT: If you are registering or executing a bid for someone else, please bear in mind that you are responsible for the settlement of that account with us regardless of whether the person you’re executing or registering for pays you or not. We do not accept third party checks. FIREARMS AGENT: You must have an agents letter registered with us before bidding on behalf of someone else on a Modern or Curio firearm. According to the ATF lawyer in Boston – If you are representing some other FFL as an agent you must have the following to qualify: 1) You must have a letter from the FFL Holder you are representing. 2) Your agent letter must be on the company’s letterhead. 3) Must be typed. 4) Must be signed by the FFL Holder. 5) Must be accompanied by a copy of the FFL. 6) Must state that you are an employee for the FFL Holder. 7) Must be dated. Please Note: If you do not have a “completed” letter with ALL of the above requirements you will not be able to represent another FFL Holder in this capacity.
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* Absentee and Phone bidders must review their bids for correctness prior to submitting their bid(s). If you supply an email address, when the bids are processed here, you will then be sent a copy of your processed bids. Please review this and determine if any corrections should be made. Notify us immediately with any corrections or changes you may have. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. will not be responsible for errors in absentee bids. * If you do not receive confirmation by email/phone within 24 hours of submitting your bids please, contact our office. We would hate to have you miss your items because we did not receive your bids. * At times we may make a verbal correction from the block at the time of sale. In this case absentee bids left on an item will be considered void unless we can confer with the bidder prior to the item being sold. * All absentee and phone bids must be accompanied by a credit card in order to secure bids. * Invoices will be emailed out within 24 hours of the end of the final auction day. * NOTE: If for any reason the invoice and any shipping and handling fees are not paid within 18 business days of the auction date the credit card will be charged the full purchase amount due to Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. By placing absentee bids, phone bids, internet bids or registering for live bidding in person, you are authorizing Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. to charge the card provided for any purchases made and any fees that are associated with the purchase including but not limited to shipping, handling, insurance & storage. Disclaimer: Any advice or opinions provided by Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. or its employees are given strictly as a courtesy and are not a warranty of condition, authenticity, age, attribution or description of said property. 14A. ABSENTEE BIDDING: * Absentee bids must be in by the start of the auction. Please try to get them in at least by 5:00 PM EST the day prior to auction. If you wait and place your bids just moments prior to the start of the auction we do not guarantee that your bids will get placed. * We do not accept +1 bids. * We accept bids that end in 0 or 5 only. Bids that are placed in amounts such as $501.00 or $500.01 will be lowered to the closest amount ending in 0 or 5. We will never raise a bid higher without permission from the bidder.* Bid advances are taken at the discretion of the auctioneer. Miniscule advances will not be accepted and will be rounded down. Typical advances are 5-10% of the current bid level. * A staff member will competitively bid for the absentee bidder. We let the audience start the bidding unless there is more than one bid at the book. If there is more than one bid then the bidding will be started above the under bidders. Example: We have a bid for $1500 and one at $3000. The bidding will then start at $1600 and will then be bid competitively to the limit the absentee bidder set. For this reason it is possible that an absentee bidder may get their item for much less than what they bid. In the case of two bids being the same amount the bidding will start at that amount and the winner shall be the person who left the bid first. * Please note: Being the first ABSENTEE BIDDER does not guarantee that you will be the winning bidder if the floor, phone or internet bidding ties during the live auction. The auctioneer is the sole determinant as to who is the successful bidder. The date and time that you submit a bid only determines the winning bidder between two absentee bidders with the same amount. * We do our best to execute all bids correctly however, errors are made at times. In the event of an error of omission or failure to properly execute a bid, the auctioneer shall not be held liable. * All left bids are considered confidential, and as such the names of the absentee bidders and the bid amounts will not be given out. * Please call prior (at least 48 hours) to the 1st day of the auction to get any information or inquiry reports pertaining to the items. * We will not accept a bid that does not have an amount associated with it. We have had people on occasion tell us to buy the lot for them no matter what it goes for. We suggest that you place a bid substantially higher than the estimate and what you would be comfortable in paying for it. We do not want to be responsible for your personal choice of amount. 14B. PHONE BIDDING: *Phone bidding is allowed, when available, only under pre-arranged conditions determined by and discussed with the auctioneer prior to the auction. * All requests for phone bidding should be made before 5:00 PM EST, prior to the day of the Auction to be sure we can accommodate you within the phone schedule. * After this point we will only accept absentee bids. * All bidding by telephone is solely at the risk of the bidder. * We reserve the right to reject bids on items that we feel may be too difficult to explain by phone. * To be a Phone Bidder you must be willing to start an item for 1/2 of the low catalog estimate or $100.00, whichever is the greater. * Please note: The employee calling you may be calling from a personal cell phone not belonging to Poulins. Because of this it may not show on your caller ID as Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. Please do not attempt to contact the telephone line that has contacted you for phone bidding services, they will not answer. If you have any questions during and after the auction, please contact 207-453-2114 to reach an office staff member.
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Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions Please Read * Also Please Note: Please call in advance (at least 48 hours) of the auction if you need conditions or descriptions of the items. Staff members who are calling to handle your phone bids will not be able to answer questions pertaining to condition or description during the auction.
15. INTERNET BIDDING: Live internet bidding is available with Auctionzip.com, Invaluable.com, Proxibid.com, Liveauctioneers.com and iCollector. These are separate companies that are not owned by Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. * You must submit a credit card with them when signing up to bid. These card numbers are not supplied to us. You will have to contact our office if successful and submit your credit card information to us. * These are bidding services that are provided by separate companies that host our auctions live. They charge 3% to the buyer who utilizes their services. This charge will be included in your invoice Buyers Premium. * Review all lots that interest you at least 24 hours prior to the auction. Sometimes we find a “change” in condition or listing. We cannot notify each person individually, so what we do is remove the photo and place a statement “No bids accepted online. Please call office to place bids.” * Please Note: These online platforms tell you when you are the highest absentee bidder. This is only within their platform. AuctionZip, Invaluable, Proxibid, Live Auctioneers & iCollector do not share bid information and so they do not compare your bids with each other or with bids that we have taken in. If they tell you that you are the highest bidder that is only within their platform, not others. * IMPORTANT: ALL LIVE INTERNET BIDDERS MUST READ THIS DISCLAIMER: Live internet bidding is a fast paced process and can be very fun. However, problems can arise during the process that can result in a purchase or bid being accidently enacted by the buyer or some entity. This could be that your internet/computer speed or a lag in the connection may cause your computer to slow down and then all of a sudden the computer may catch back up, causing the bidding to “jump” to a level that you are unprepared to bid. It could also be that your cat, dog, 2 year old or Martians from a far distant planet in a galaxy far, far away enacted a bid that you were not prepared to place. No matter the reason that may come up it is the responsibility of the bidder to pay for the purchase regardless of the reason. The bidder must log in with their personal log information and in doing so understands the risks that they are taking by participating in live internet bidding and agrees to pay for any and all purchases. Any bids placed by your identity are your responsibility. * If you place absentee bids on these platforms do not ask us to change or void these bids. We do not have control of your accounts within these platforms and so do not have control of your bids. You must change them yourself within your account. If you are having difficulty with this process please contact the platforms that you are participating with for assistance. Most platforms require all changes to be done within 48 hours in advance of the auction start. Check your platform to make sure of the time frame and how to make changes when necessary.
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* The staff member that will be on the phone with you during the auction will be very busy concentrating on the current lot, so as not to miss your item that you are interested in. EMPLOYEES ARE DISCOURAGED FROM DISCUSSIONS DURING THIS TIME SO THAT THEY DO NOT MISS THE ITEM YOU ARE INTERESTED IN. Any discussion that takes place can and has interfered with customers bidding in the past. Our employees will be polite and talk to you, but please keep in mind that this could cause them to lose track of your item and consequently miss your bid. We would not want that to happen, so we have asked our employees to keep all conversations extremely brief. * If you would like to add another lot to your bidding, we will TRY to accommodate you but regrettably may not be able to because of other bids that are already arranged in our system and because of time constraints. * Phone Bidding Procedure: An appointed staff member will confidentially bid for the Phone bidder. An employee will identify themselves to you and explain that the Phone bidding will commence when the live floor bidding starts to slow a bit. It is simply moving too quickly to ask for an amount when bids are flying. They will then tell you the amount the auctioneer is looking for. Please answer quickly, loudly & clearly either YES or NO. It can be difficult to hear over the auctioneer so speak loudly. Once done the employee should then Thank you for participating and explain that someone will be calling, emailing or mailing you an invoice after all the days of the auction is done. They will then exit fairly quickly unless you have another bid that will take place within the next 5 items. We apologize if the quick exit seems to insult you in any way, but the employee will be responsible for other phone calls and also will not know the answers to payment, shipping or who will be handling your other bids if any. * Cover Me Bids: To help ensure that you don’t miss out on an object, some people like to place a cover me bid at the time they make phone bid arrangements. No system is perfect and sometimes it is impossible, for one reason or another to get through to the client on the telephone. A “Cover Me Bid” is a bid left only with your phone agent. If he/she cannot get through to you on the phone, they will bid up to that amount on your behalf. The only way they execute this bid is if they cannot get through to you. * Stop Point Bids: A staff member will contact you within 3-5 items prior to the item that you are interested in bidding on. We ask that you consider a “Stop Point”. This is a designated amount you wish the staff member to bid up to on this item for you. Because of the noise level that occurs during an auction, this creates less confusion on the phones for us and our customers. Once they reach this “Stop Point” amount they will then query you for the next desired amount that the auctioneer is asking for. You can then bid higher or stop if you so desire.
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16. NOTIFICATION OF SUCCESS: Only successful bidders are contacted. To expedite the process we ask that you fill out and send in the “Payment & Shipping” Forms as well as the copy of the FFL or C&R that you intend to use along with your bid sheets. If you are paying by Credit Card for your purchase, please make sure you check the appropriate box for this or remark somewhere on your bid sheet that we are to charge your card for purchases as well as your shipment. If you have done this and included all your paperwork for your items, then your invoice will go right to shipping and be at the “TOP” of the shipping list. Otherwise successful bidders will be notified in one of the following manners: A. EMAIL: If an email address is provided we will email your invoice along with the shipping and payment forms for you to fill in. These will be sent to all successful bidders even if you have already supplied it with your bids. We apologize, but the computer program does not distinguish between who has supplied the necessary information and who has not. B. FAX: If you do not have email, we can fax your invoice along with the shipping and payment forms for you to fill in. C. US MAIL: If you do not have email or fax machine, then an invoice will be mailed to the address you provided. This makes for a slow transaction which can lead to an expiration of any possible guarantee on the items you purchase. 17. INTEREST & DEFAULT: Payment is expected immediately following the sale. Any items not paid for within 18 business days of the auction, Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. retains the right and will charge the buyers credit card for the total amount due. Interest will be charged on all balances not paid at the rate of 1 1/2% monthly (18% APR) effective 18 days from the date of purchase/auction. Should the buyer not comply with any of the Terms & Conditions of Sale, the damage recoverable from the defaulter shall include any loss arising on the resale of the lot, together with the charges and expenses in respect of both sales as well as any legal or collection fees incurred. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. shall hold any money deposited in partial payment on account of any liability of the defaulted item. 18. PHONE INQUIRIES REGARDING YOUR SUCCESS CANNOT BE ANSWERED UNTIL THE THIRD BUSINESS DAY AFTER THE FINAL AUCTION DAY. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CALL US IN THE 2 DAYS FOLLOWING THE AUCTION: We apologize, but a large volume of customers pick up merchandise on these days and all personnel are handling them. 19. SHIPPING: Due to commercial carriers’ recent policy changes, we recommend shipping antique firearms via USPS Priority. Poulins makes every attempt to ship your goods in a timely fashion. Because of the high volume of items being shipped and delays that shipping carriers deal with during the Holiday rush, please allow 2-3 weeks for your items to be delivered after all paperwork and full payment is received and applied. We do not attempt to make money on shipping but neither do we wish to lose money on shipping. The following is our shipping policy and shipping/handling/box and insurance charges. SHIPPING CHARGES: * ASAP Orders: Are available on small quantities of 10 guns or less, however there is a charge of $50.00 * Hard Cases: There is a $20.00 charge for hard cases. These are usually used for items that have sold for $2000 or more. Or upon request. * Handling charges: Handguns are $8.00 per gun. Longarms are $15.00 per gun. Miscellaneous items and larger Class III items will vary depending on material used and time it takes to package. Labor rate is $30.00 an hour on these other items. * Insurance Charges: A rate of .95 cents PER each $100.00. This covers the Hammer & Buyers Premium only. This does not include shipping, nor does it include what you expected to get for the item if resold. * Shipping cost: Whatever the cost is from the carrier. All firearms (including antiques) are shipped with adult signature required. Any item(s) shipped with a value of $1000.00 and up is shipped with signature required. * Boxes: $7.50 per box used in your shipment. No charge if it is a free box supplied by the carrier. (We do not carry all box sizes from these carriers, only generally sized ones). POLICIES: * Multiple winning bids will be combined to save buyer money. * We reserve the right to not ship an item if we feel an item is too fragile or bulky for us to handle. * We are happy to assist you in your shipping needs. Please understand that we will try to expedite your shipment when requested, but we make no guarantee that it can be completed in such a time frame as you may request or in the manner that you may request. 19A. HAZMAT INFORMATION: *Aerial flares (Non-USCG Approved) are restricted in the following cities and/or states: All of Alaska; Sacramento, CA; San Francisco, CA; All of HI; All of MA; NYC, NY; Bronx, NY; Brooklyn, NY; Manhattan, NY; Staten Island, NY; Queens, NY; Washington D.C.; APO & FPO Addresses, No PO boxes. Flares are considered hazardous material and they require an extra S&H charge. *Other Hazmat items include primers in original boxes and smokeless gunpowder in original containers. *HAZMAT DISCLAIMER: Commercial Carrier (FedEx) charges a $30.00 handling charge for each package containing Hazardous Materials. Hazmat items will be shipped via FedEx Ground only. NO 2nd Day or Next Day shipment on Hazmat
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Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions Please Read items or ammunition. If you have any questions please call : 1-207-453-2114. *Note: We will not declare an item as something other than what it is, change the name on the invoice, or declare an item to be of lesser value than what was paid for it. We will not break the law in a description or on a value so that an item can get through customs. 20. ANY LEGAL DISPUTES: Any legal disputes arising from this auction shall be settled in the court system in the State of Maine. The Maine Uniform Commercial Code, Title 11, Section 2 – 328 applies to this auction sale. 21. MAINE AUCTIONEER RULES AND REGULATIONS: These are regulated by the Maine Board of Licensing of Auctioneers, 35 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333. 22. LISTING SUBJECT TO OMISSIONS AND ERRORS:
24. STEPHEN POULIN AUCTIONEER’S LICENSE: NUMBER 1115 25. BIDDING ON ARTICLE(S) INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF ALL OF THE TERMS & CONDITIONS TO THE BUYER: IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER TO SATISFY THEMSELVES AS TO THE CONDITION, AGE, AUTHENTICITY, LEGALITIES AND VALUE OF AN ITEM BEFORE BIDDING ON IT.
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All firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items. They are not examined, tested, or warranted by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. consignors, employees, or agents as to shootability. Please be sure that you have any gun properly checked for safety by a competent gunsmith before attempting to fire. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. does not warranty the safety of any ammunition that it sells. All ammunition is sold as collectors items and is not intended for firing.
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23. WARNING!! ALL FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION IN THIS AUCTION ARE SOLD AS COLLECTOR ITEMS. THEY ARE NOT EXAMINED, TESTED OR WARRANTED BY POULIN ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS INC., ITS CONSIGNORS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS AS TO THE SAFETY AND SHOOTABILITY OF ANY FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION INCLUDED IN THIS AUCTION. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT ALL AMMUNITION AND FIREARMS ARE CHECKED FOR SAFETY BY A COMPETENT GUNSMITH BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO FIRE ANY FIREARM OR AMMUNITION. BY AGREEING TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS YOU ARE RELEASING POULIN ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS INC., ITS CONSIGNORS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS FROM ANY LIABILITY ASSOCIATED WITH INJURIES, DAMAGE OR DEATH THAT YOU, ANY PARTY, ANY PROPERTY OR ANY PERSON MIGHT INCUR FROM THE ATTEMPT TO FIRE ANY FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION PURCHASED FROM THIS AUCTION.
Class III Policy Please Read Collecting Class III Weapons can be a very enjoyable and rewarding experience. In the United States, many but not all citizens of the U.S. have the right to purchase and own machine guns. This is true in most states of the United States, but not all states. It is your specific responsibility to determine your right to own and possess a Class III weapon before you bid on it. Once you have bid on a lot and won it, you are responsible for payment of that lot, regardless of whether you can own it or not. If you have purchased a lot and later find out that because of the state you live in or for other reasons that you cannot personally own it yourself, you will still be required to pay for the object and we will obviously have to sell it for you again at a future sale.
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First and foremost, All NFA Rules Apply. All Class III firearms must be registered and properly transferred in compliance with BATFE rules. Class III Firearms we may be dealing with include the following: Machine Guns (MG), (Transferable, Pre-86 Dealer Samples and Post-86 Dealer Samples), Silencers, Destructive Devices (DD), Short Barreled Rifles (SBR), Short Barreled Shotguns (SBS) and Any Other Weapon (A.O.W.). If you are an individual who resides in an area where these firearms are legal, you may bid on these items. You are responsible for knowing your State and Local laws. In order to complete the purchase of a Class III Firearm to a non-licensed individual, you will need the following: • 2 passport photos • 2 sets of fingerprints • 1 ATF Form 5330.20 Certificate of Compliance and the appropriate BATFE Form completed in duplicate including the signature of your local Chief Law Enforcement Officer. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. will supply all the proper forms upon acceptance of your winning bid. If there are any State or local forms required you will be responsible for obtaining these. Regardless of the specific type of Class III Firearm, completing the transfer to an individual usually takes approximately 90-300 days from the time they receive the completed paperwork. Transfer to a licensed dealer (FFL/SOT) is usually approximately 60-90 days. If you are a non-licensed individual the BATFE transfer fee for all NFA firearms (Machine Gun, Destructive Device, Silencer, Short Barreled Rifle, and Short Barreled Shotgun) is $200.00 with the exception of those narrowly classified as Any Other Weapon (AOW) which has a transfer fee of $5.00. AOWs may include pen-guns, cane guns, and certain pistols with vertical front pistol grips. These fees must be paid to Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. before any transfer paperwork can be submitted to BATFE as well as any other outstanding balances related to your Class III firearm purchase. Please look into your own particular state law ahead of time when contemplating a bid. For more specific ownership information on NFA firearms, please visit the website of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives directly at www.atf.gov. If you are an individual (Non FFL/SOT) and reside in the State of Maine, we can transfer the firearms to you directly on an approved BATF Form 4 (subject to above rules) if you are the winning bidder. If you are an individual who resides in another State we will need to transfer the Class III firearm to a Class III Dealer in your State to complete the transfer with you. Please understand that there is usually an additional fee from this third party for them to handle your transfer.
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NRA Antique Firearm Conditions Standards Please Read Firearms Condition Categories: 1. Extremely Fine: All original with 98% finish, or better, brilliant shiny bore, very crisp mechanics, shows most original finish on bolt face and loading gate, etc. Terminology may also include “As New”, “Appears to be Unfired”, etc. 2. Very Fine: All original with 94/95% to 98% finish or better, crisp mechanics, bright to brilliant bore with no rust or pitting may also include “Shows Very Little if Any Use”.
4. Very Good: Minor touch-up or very minor, small parts replaced with 80% to 90% finish, scattered minor, light rust or pitting slightly loose mechanics but functional, strong bore with some shine, light to moderate pitting.
7. Poor: No original finish, possibly some major parts replaced, loose but functional mechanics, active or heavy external rust, poor bore with heavy pitting and little or no rifling visible. 8. Relic: Heavy brown rust patina, broken or missing parts may or may not be functional. Definitions of Mechanical Condition: “Mechanics are crisp” means that the mechanical function of the firearm is nearly or exactly as it left the factory and functions perfectly. “Mechanics are fine” means that the operation of the firearm is as it should be with no hitches or malfunctions to impede its proper use. “Mechanics are functional” means almost the same thing but implies that they may be a little loose, worn and require careful handling.
5. Good: Minor touch-ups, visible small parts replaced with 60% to 80% finish, light or moderate rust or fine pitting, good and functional mechanics, “Mechanics need attention” means that there is strong rifling or smooth bore with moderate something wrong that requires attention before the pitting. firearm can be effectively used.
Consultants for Poulin’s Firearms Auctions
Neil Whitcomb, Bob French, Dave Sanders, Bill Taylor, Jeff Zimba, John Sexton, Malcom MacGregor, Leonardo Antaris, Ralph Wood, Ron Gabel & Bill Shea were our consultants for this Firearms Auction. They have been in the firearms fields as gun smiths, consultants, and /or dealers for many years.
All of these gentlemen have worked closely with us to make a consistent effort in cataloging and correctly describing the property to be sold. Our intentions are to be as honest and fair as possible in our cataloging, giving a general description and idea of what the item is. We have tried to describe any possible problems with an item. If an Neil Whitcomb error has been made please notify us and we will make necessary corrections.
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Jeff Zimba
Ralph Wood
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3. Fine: All original with 90% to 94/95% finish or better, very fine to light surface rust or minor, scattered pinprick pitting tight functional mechanics, strong, bright bore with minor.
6. Fair: Little to no original finish, minor or small major parts replaced, light to moderate pitting externally, functional mechanics, fair bore with heavy pitting but visibly rifling.
Things to do
Shopping These quaint Maine towns offer an aesthetic shopping & dining experience. Freeport Hallowell Bar Harbor Portland Old Port
Guide Services Maine has some fantastic guide services that are available. Whether you are interested in hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, or ATVs there are some excellent opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in ME.
Foliage & wildlife viewing Interested in scenic views and chances of observing Maine wildlife? Here are some areas that we would recommend visiting. Jackman Greenville Boothbay Harbor Bar Harbor Ogunquit Camden/Rockland Portland
Lodging
Airports
Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel (207) 873-0111
Bangor International Airport (50 Min. North)
Fireside Inn & Suites (207) 873-3335
Waterville Airport (10 Min. South)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (207) 873-2777
Augusta Airport (30 Min. South)
Hampton Inn (207) 873-0400
Portland International Airport (60 Min. South)
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Restaurants American
Specialty Dining
Governor’s Restaurant 356 Main St. Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-0677
Front and Main 9 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 660-0130
Purple Cow 6 Skowhegan Rd Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 453-1371
Meridians 166 Main Street Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 742-0036
Flatlanda Diner 224 Skowhegan Rd Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 238-9300 ~ Closes 2pm
OPA 139 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207)859-3103
Five Guys 373 Main St Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 313-5458
The Last Unicorn 8 Silver Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-9363
Applebee’s 249 Kennedy Memorial Drive Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-6702
Heritage House 182 Madison Avenue Skowhegan, ME 04976 (207) 474-5100
Asian Pad Thai Too 400 Kennedy Memorial Drive Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 859-8900 Ming Lee 365 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-2828 Asian Cafe 53 Bay Street Winslow, ME 04901 (207) 877-6688 Mirakuya Japanese Steak House 150 JFK Plaza Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 616-0088
BBQ/Steakhouse The Proper Pig 14 Common St Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 616-3975
Pizza Sonny’s 146 Main Street Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 453-7624 Cappza’s Pizza 255 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-7770 Portland Pie Company 173 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 401-6200
Local Pubs Silver Street Tavern 2 Silver Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 680-2163
Deli
Mainely Brews One Post Office Square Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-2457
BIG G’s 581 Benton Ave Winslow, ME 04901 (207) 873-7808
O’Brien’s Irish Restaurant & Pub 375 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-0111
Italian Amici’s Cucina 137 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 861-4440
Seafood 18 Below Raw Bar & Grill 18 Silver Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 861-4454
Mexican Buen Apetito 4 Chaplin Street, Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 861-4649 Cancun Mexican Restaurant 14 Silver St. Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-7400
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SHIPPING INFORMATION ALL ITEMS MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE THEY WILL BE SHIPPED, this includes shipping/handling charges.
SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. 1.) All U. S. A. shipping charges are charged to a credit card. 2.) Shipping will be handled in the order that we receive payment in full AND all necessary paperwork. 3.) Costs for shipping will include the following: (a) The actual cost charged by your choice of carrier such as FedEx or USPS. (b) Insurance - 95¢ per each $100.00. (c) Handling charge to cover cost of labor & materials. 4.) It is your choice of carrier - Fed Ex or USPS. It is your choice on items (other than handguns) whether your items ship 3 day, 2 day, week, ground, etc., 5.) ALL AMMUNITION AND FIREARMS ARE SHIPPED WITH ADULT SIGNATURE REQUIRED 6.) We reserve the right to refuse to ship and or insure an item we deem too fragile, delicate or bulky.
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Insurance – We use an outside insurance company to insure packages and the charge for insurance is .95 per $100 value; ( i.e. a $200 item costs $1.90 for insurance). OR by your own policy. Items will not be shipped unless you have insurance coverage. If you choose to use your own insurance we ask that you sign a waiver form. Please call our office to obtain this form.
OUTSIDE THE U.S. - SHIPPING & PAYMENT Under no circumstances will we declare less value than the actual sale price on any shipments. Also we will not under any circumstances declare an item something other than what it is. 1.) All items must be paid by wire transfer or certified bank check in U.S. funds. 2.) All firearms, edged weapons & any item that has a portion of an animal (ivory, etc..) must go through an exporter. 3.) If you have purchased item (s) which need to be exported to your country, the following names are reputable firms here in this country that regularly handle all shipping and export matters. Please contact them to make arrangements to receive your purchases after payment is made. 4.) Our insurance carrier will not insure any items shipped to foreign countries. All foreign customers must make their own arrangements for insurance. SIMPSON LTD 140 S SEMINARY ST. GALESBURG, IL 61401 www.simpsonltd.com PH: 309-342-5800
SURE EXPRESS 110 INDUSTRIAL WAY PORTLAND, MAINE 04103 1-800-335-9996 (US CALLS ONLY) 00-1-207-797-3096 (FOREIGN CALLS) sureexpress@maine.rr.com
BORDERVIEW 1001 EVERGREEN ST. SUITE B LYNDEN, WA 98264 www.borderview.com - export@borderview.com PH: 877-947-4867
Firearm Transfer Conditions All modern firearms, (excluding Class III & Foreign Purchases) may be purchased and taken possession of using one of the following options: 1. Handguns: Must be 21 years old. Non-resident buyers must first pay for the lot before leaving the facilities. Then after returning home, make arrangements with a local firearms dealer in their resident state to send us a copy of the firearms dealer FFL License. Upon receipt of the copy of their license we can then package and ship (at buyers expense ) the handguns to the dealer. This is a federal law that must be complied with regardless of what state you come from. Maine residents may take possession immediately after completing the form 4473 and passing the NICS background check. 2. Long Guns: Must be 18 years old. Both residents and non-residents may take immediate possession of modern long arms by first paying then filing the ATF form 4473 and completing the NICS background check. Only exceptions are states that have laws governing otherwise. Such as a waiting period, special permit, etc,, 3. Antique Guns: May be purchased and picked up the day of sale by any resident or non-resident. 4. Must have a government issued photo ID that has a physical address. NOT A POST OFFICE ADDRESS. 5. Special Note: In most cases the background check will take 2 - 3 minutes to approve or deny. Exceptions may take up to three days. All NICS decision are beyond our control. We are required to follow them. 6. Shipping: Shipping arrangements can be made on most lots. They can be shipped by one of several methods. There is a charge for packing and or crating. All shipping and insurance costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Please refer to pages following the absentee bid pages for more information. If you have any further questions on shipping after reviewing the shipping info page then please call. 7. Warning: Neither Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc., consignors, employees or agents warrant the safety or the shootability of any firearm in this catalog. All firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items. IF you wish to attempt to shoot them you must have the weapons examined by a competent gunsmith who will test the weapon for its shootability and also insure that the caliber of the breech is in fact the caliber it is thought to be. Since all firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items they are not examined, tested or warranted by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc., consignors, employees or agents as to shootability.
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All shipping charges are charged to a credit card. PLEASE CHECK CARRIER: FedEx______ (Ground Is Least Expensive For Longarms & Misc.) USPS______Priority______ (Least Expensive For Handguns) Registered Mail________ Other___________ Your Account Number For Fed Ex _______________________________________________________ Other Comments or Directions: ______________________________________________________________ ** If you choose to use your own Fed Ex account number a credit card must still be used to pay us for labor & materials. Please put the credit card number in the above credit card space. ** Handguns manufactured after Dec 31, 1898, can be shipped via FedEx or USPS priority or registered overnight. ** Due to commercial carriers’ recent policy changes, we recommend shipping antique firearms via USPS Priority. ** Modern & Curio Long guns may be shipped ground or a speedier service if you choose. ** You must have a FFL to have a modern or curio firearm shipped directly to you. We must have a current copy of your FFL in our records. ** all firearms AND AMMO are shipped with adult signature required.
SHIPPING ADDRESS Check here only if shipping address is same as CC address:______________ (If same, no need to fill out form below.) NAME: ___________________________________________COMPANY______________________________________ STREET:__________________________________________APT./SUITE#_______CITY:_________________________ STATE:__________________ZIP CODE:_____________TELEPHONE:_______________________________________ EMAIL:________________________________________Is this a business or a residential address? Circle one please. WE WILL NOT SHIP AN ITEM TO YOU THAT IS ILLEGAL FOR YOU TO HAVE IN YOUR CITY, COUNTY, STATE OR COUNTRY. If you bid on an item that is not legal for you where you live, you will be held responsible for all expenses pertaining to that item, this includes purchase price. Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. will not, under any circumstances, refund money or be held responsible for any purchases that the buyer makes that are not legal for him to own.
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NOTES
Thomas B. Harper Jr.
Tom Harper was a husband, father, schoolteacher, hunter and hunting dog trainer.
Most of his weekends were spent out in the fields of California, the prairie in Canada, and the gun clubs in Colorado. As he got older and less mobile, he turned his love of hunting to collecting guns. He even worked at a gun store for a time to be able to enjoy his hobby even in retirement.
Over the years he accumulated a quite diverse collection of guns. He became more interested with quality, artistry, design and engineering than just functionality. The guns in this collection reflect that. They were chosen with careful thought and each one was special. These guns reflect his passion for the sport of hunting, shooting and fine guns.
2001 2003 2095 2096 2097 2099 2106 2111 2143 2151 2156 2161
2162 2175 2176 2178 2214 2220 2232 2237 2268 2284 2303 2337
COLLECTION INDEX: 2343 2369 2383 2390 2401 2402 2406 2407 2408 2410 2411 2434
2465 2558 2648 2689 2698 2701 2719 2735 4485 4537 4538 4539
4540 4541 4542 4543 4544 4545 4546 4547 4548 4550 4551 4552
4553 4554 4555 4556 4557 4558 4559 4560 4561 4562 4604
Robert Craig Dowd Robert was born in Pennsylvania and grew up with a love of firearms beginning with his “Davey Crockett” carved wooden gun he acquired when he was just 3 years old. From early on his passion for firearms increased with a main focus on collecting the rare & unusual examples across several genres. Condition was very important as he acquired his collection and he took exceptional care with oiling each firearm & storing them in a climate controlled environment after each trip to the range. Robert worked at Odin International as the Domestic Sales Mngr. and then with F.A.I.R. Trade (Firearms & Ammunition Import/ Export Rountable) as Executive Director importing firearms into the United States. After his time at F.A.I.R. Trade, Robert then made the move to Savage Firearms as the Director of Marketing. Robert spent his weekends with Izaak Walton, a firearms instructor, helping youth learn the importance of firearm safety and the enjoyment that firearms can bring. Robert had the foresight to know the importance of collecting ammunition amassing an extremely large selection of ammo for each of the calibers he collected. Poulin’s is pleased to offer the following lots from Robert’s collection. We hope that you find the same enjoyment from his collection as he did.
1236
COLLECTION INDEX:
4312
Kenneth P. Horn (1940 – 2022) Grandson of J.C. Higgins
Kenneth was born in Oak Park, Illinois on August 5, 1940, the youngest of six children born to Edwin C. Horn and Margaret Higgins Horn and raised in River Forest, Illinois. On June 4, 1966, Kenneth married Catherine Evanson and they began a loving lifetime partnership, establishing their final permanent home in New Milford, CT in 1972. Kenneth began his professional life as a commercial airline pilot in 1960. He retired from Delta Airlines as a Captain, ending a distinguished career that he loved. He maintained a deep loyalty to Delta Airlines for providing him the opportunity to pursue a career that brought him great professional and personal satisfaction. In retirement, he pursued his interests in finding & meticulously restoring vintage collectables as well as spending time at the family’s lakeside cabin on Grand Lake Stream, Maine. Ken’s collecting passions spanned several categories including fine art, coins, nautical, pocket watches and firearms. Poulin’s has been fortunate to have known and worked with Ken over the years in bringing samplings of his collection to auction. It is a sincere privilege that we are able to present the remainder of Ken’s collection to you.
1094 1095 1111 1112 1113 1120 1162 1163 1164 1172 1254 1257 1258 1260 1261 1263 1280 1282
1283 1291 1297 1304 1309 1331 1362 1365 1375 1408 1459 2199 2292 2297 2298 2302 2308 2309
COLLECTION INDEX: 2318 2329 2349 2368 2372 2373 2563 2649 2676 2677 2724 3018 3022 3032 3054 3059 3061 3067
3073 3075 3204 3220 3221 3223 3225 3227 3229 3230 3231 3232 3233 3352 3480 3487 3489 4017
4024 4036 4093 4094 4101 4114 4136 4140 4149 4150 4151 4190 4200 4297 4335 4336 4406 4407
4412 4415 4416 4417 4418 4427 4430 4431 4434 4474 4476 4483 4495 4533 4534 4535
Richard “Rick” Stumbo (1947 – 2021) Richard “Rick” Stumbo was born on June 14, 1947 and grew up in Ontario, Ohio. He was born to the late Frank and Betty Stumbo who owned and published the local newspaper, The Tribune Courier which is still being published 61 years later. After high school, in 1966, Rick joined the Marine Corp however he was injured in Vietnam in 1967. He entered the police academy in 1968 and in 1969 he joined the DC Metropolitan Police Department. After 21 years, Rick retired in 1990. His career continued, working security all over the world but mostly in Saudi Arabia and Algeria. Rick not only collected guns but he brought back relics and stamps from all over the world. At the age of 11 Rick and his grandfather went to the local hardware store. It was there that Rick put his first rifle, a Stevens 22 caliber rifle, on layaway for the hefty price of $10. Little did he know, this was just the beginning of his collection and the passion that would grow from it for decades to come. Rick amassed his collection for 62 years creating displays that one would consider museum worthy. His passion drove him to become a dealer, a VGCA member, and as an avid reader/historian he became an advanced collector of military weapons, helmets, uniforms and all types of militaria, which he loved the most. When he wasn’t working on his collection in “The Bunker” or tending to his 21 acres he enjoyed the company of his family, friends and fellow retired police officers. Rick was reliable, dependable, responsible and the best story teller ever. Poulin Antiques & Auctions is exceptionally proud to offer the lifelong collection of Richard “Rick” Stumbo. We hope the new owners of Rick’s lifelong collection enjoy them as much as he did.
1054 1064 1089 1092 1099 1108 1149 1151 1152 1154 1156 1157 1158
1159 1189 1190 1194 1198 1200 1201 1202 1203 1204 1205 1206 1211
COLLECTION INDEX:
1212 1213 1214 1215 1216 1217 1223 1224 1226 1227 1229 1232 1233
1240 1242 1247 1248 1249 1250 1349 1350 1367 1368 1400 1403 1404
1414 1416 1419 1421 1422 1423 1425 1430 1446 1457 1471 1474 1478
1484 1490 1492 1493 1494 1495 1535 1562 1568 1569 1570 1571 1572
1609 1610 1617 1646 1831 2758 3199 3319 3320 4350 4361 4362
Dennis Richard Ottaway Dennis Richard Ottaway became interested in history at the early age of five. His mother, Olive Ward-Ottaway, was curator of the Simcoe County Museum in Barrie, Ontario, Canada. The small museum was no more than a three room cement block building. One room in particular, The Militia of Simcoe and Grey Foresters, captured Dennis’ interest. He began reading history books from the children’s department of the local library and later graduated to the adult section. Young Dennis listened eagerly to the war stories told to him by his grandfather, Joseph Ward. Lance Corporal Ward served in WWI with the 24th Battalion, Victoria Rifles. During WWII he was stationed with the home guard as a Bren gun instructor and was awarded Sergeant stripes. Olive bestowed upon her son, the war medals that her father, Joseph Ward, had earned in WWI and WWII. Joseph’s father, Frederick Ward, also enlisted to go overseas during the First World War. Dennis’ uncle, Wallace Pattenden, served in WWI at Vimy Ridge where he was wounded in action. He also had two other uncles who served during WWII. Private Larry Patterson, served with the Ottawa Glengarry Highlands. Private Arthur Bridges trained in the USA as a paratrooper. He served with the 1st Canadian paratrooper battalion and jumped with the 6th British Airbourne Division into Normandy. Arthur was captured and became a prisoner of war but returned home safely. Dennis began to collect German military items in 1974. When he thought of the Germans, he could feel the adrenalin racing. He wanted to know more about the enemy, who were they and what their tactics and strategies were. In order to learn more, he invested heavily in WWI and WWII history and collector books. Soon he had an impressive library of his own and spent hours researching the battles, the combat leaders and their roles. He studied the collector books with great zeal so that he could learn to differentiate genuine articles from replicas. Over the years his collection and knowledge grew. The crown jewels of Dennis’ collection are the grouping of awards, documents, medals, paybook, photos & obituary belonging to Kapitan zur see Karl Weniger. These items tell the journey of Kapitan Weniger’s naval career and offer a glimpse into the character of this brave man. He was awarded his country’s highest honor, the Knight’s Cross, as one of only 318 awarded to members of the Navy. There were over 7,300 Knight’s Crosses awarded to other branches. The highlight for Dennis was when Bill Shea took time out of his busy schedule to visit him at his home in Canada to view his collection. Dennis is always excited about sharing his knowledge of the history of the Great Wars with others and is equally excited to learn from other collectors and scholars. His collection is the embodiment of a lifelong passion for military history.
Dennis Richard Ottaway
Lot 1691. An Exceptional WWI & WWII German 10 Award Medal Bar.
LOT 1674. Franco-Prussian War Period Pour Le Merite with Ribbon.
Lot 1677. Rare Tsar Alexander No. 1 Regiment Medal Bar Of The Franco-Prussian War Period Belonging To Major General Herman August Benno Von Henninges.
COLLECTION INDEX: 1620 1621 1622 1623 1624 1626 1627 1628 1629 1630 1631 1632
1633 1634 1635 1636 1637 1638 1639 1640 1641 1642 1645 1647
1648 1649 1650 1651 1652 1653 1654 1663 1664 1665 1666 1667
1669 1670 1671 1672 1673 1674 1675 1676 1677 1678 1679 1680
1681 1682 1683 1684 1685 1686 1687 1688 1689 1690 1691 1692
1693 1694 1695 1696 1697 1698 1699 1702 1703 1705 1707
Gary Parietti Gary Parietti started his career as a rare coin and paper money dealer. He rapidly built his reputation and business as being one of the best numismatists in the industry. Having founded Long Island Numismatics he quickly gained a national reputation for being an expert in that field and attained substantial success. He was an avid sportsman loving his hunting and fishing trips to Wyoming and Alaska. As such he had both an admiration and respect for guns in general and he had his favorites for hunting purposes. In the early 80’s he was introduced to Kentucky rifles. Not only did he find them attractive but they were also steeped in history. From the “shot heard ‘round the world” to Davy Crockett, the Kentucky rifle and all their variants played a key role in the building of our nation. They became a natural extension to rare coins since both are a real representation of the history of our country and both have their respective peculiarities and varieties. Having amassed some 80 examples he moved on to other guns such as flintlock pistols, long guns, percussions and finally Colts with an occasional Winchester thrown in for good measure. Gary being an avid collector amassed about 500 examples of guns he felt were interesting, unique and historic. His style is eclectic meaning there is something for everyone that has an interest in firearms. He assembled a nice collection of 1st through 3rd generation Brown Bess muskets as well as many American revolutionary War long guns and pistols and he ended with Civil War and Winchester rifles. Colt percussion pistols were one of his favorite having assembled 40 or so Dragoons, Navy’s and Army’s, many as cased individual or matched sets. Like the Coin collector he was he had at least one example of every type of firearm from matchlock, wheel lock, flintlock, percussion and cartridge type guns. There is something for everyone in his vast collection of note. As with his coin & paper money business Gary loved to educate those that were interested in learning about each piece, their place in history, and the impact it made. His thirst for knowledge about a particular piece would lead him to the “who’s who” of the gun world to learn as much as he could so that not only would he be knowledgeable in that chosen item but so that he could impart that same knowledge base to those that were interested in collecting as well. He left us all far too soon and he is greatly missed as a husband, father, sportsman, bow hunter, avid ball player and friend. After his family and friends, his most prized possessions were those hard fought trophies he and his teammates received for a season of winning ball followed by his guns, and presidential document collections. Although some of his most favorite pieces are being retained by his family members as a tribute to his love of collecting, the bulk of his collection will be available for auction starting with the current one listed in this catalogue. Gary enjoyed discussing, teaching about, and collecting these historic pieces and was very passionate about this hobby. It is our hope that you, the gun enthusiast, will appreciate his efforts and strive to attain a representative piece for your collection as well.
3046 3186 3187 3190
COLLECTION INDEX:
3191 3250 3257 3340
3446 3462 3477 3482
3497 3498 4039 4443
John Hartman Persing Dr. John H. Persing grew up in Watsontown, Pennsylvania, just a stones’ throw from the banks of the west branch of the Susquehanna River. It was along this riparian valley that, as a boy, John would spend countless hours looking for arrowheads and other discarded artifacts left behind by the Susquehannock people who lived along the river corridor hundreds of years prior. These early direct experiences with the physical remnants of human history ignited a lifelong passion for antique restoration and collection. As a teenager, John’s interest shifted to automobiles, particularly Model A Fords and early V-8s. A “Ford man” throughout his life, his first restoration was a 1930 Model A Ford that remained his pride and joy throughout his life. It was the one antique car that he continued to drive until his death in 2020. His car restoration and collection would include early brass model T Fords, a first year production Lincoln Continental, and 50’s classics including a 1958 Thunderbird and a hot pink 1955 Sunliner. “Always collect convertibles” he would say, “they hold their value and are just better to look at.” His car collection was arguably one of the finest in the region. After serving in the Air Force as a medical officer during the waning years of the Vietnam War, he returned to Pennsylvania with his young family to start a 46 year medical practice in Lewisburg, Pa. In addition to his growing car collection, Dr. Persing became interested in collecting the intricately decorated furniture of the Mahantongo Valley of south central Pennsylvania. These German-Pennsylvanian artisans created beautifullycrafted corner cupboards and blanket chests featuring a colorful array of tulips, birds, and flowers during the early decades of the 19th century. During the last quarter century of his life, Dr. Persing pivoted his eye once again to the craftsmanship of Pennsylvania long rifles of the late 1700’s and early 1800’s. He collected both flintlock and early percussion rifles from that era and was particularly focused on locating and obtaining rifles from gunsmiths of the region where he lived (i.e. Union, Snyder, Montour, and Columbia counties). The collection represented here comprises over 150 rifles, most in pristine and original condition. Throughout his life, Dr. Persing maintained a deep sense of place and connection to the history and people of the Susquehanna Valley. This collection is a pure manifestation of that sensibility.
1122 1320 1348 1778 2413 2670 3087 3088 3196 3268 3324 3330 3379
3382 3391 3392 3393 3394 3395 3399 3400 3401 3402 3403 3404 3405
COLLECTION INDEX:
3406 3407 3409 3410 3411 3412 3413 3414 3415 3416 3417 3418 3419
3421 3424 3425 3426 3427 3428 3429 3430 3431 3432 3433 3434 3435
3438 3439 3441 3442 3443 3444 3445 3447 3448 3449 3451 3452 3455
3456 3465 3466 3467 3468 3469 3470 3471 3472 3473 3474 3475 3476
3479 3483 3496 4493 4519 4523 4524 4525 4530 4598
Paul Régnier I present myself as a collector specializing in early automatic weapons and also in the Luger Mauser and Bergmann. This is a passion that has lasted me for forty years. I arrived in Switzerland in 1986, which allowed me to find a large number of prototype and experimental pistols, including the super rare Borchardt Luger from the Swiss tests of 1898/1899. Passionate about the subject for a long time I was able, from this time, to establish a thesis on the birth and transformation of the Borchardt into Borchardt Luger using research from Bern’s archives and patent studies. Before me many authors have attempted to unravel this mystery and have long believed in a transitional model. I published this Thesis first faith in 1993 in the catalog of the Neuchâtel Arms Exchange in Switzerland and on my website www.luger-genesis.com. In 1993 this article was not protected by a copyright, many authors seized it and those who quoted me in their texts state: “To date, only two pistols from the Swiss tests have survived No 5 and No 6.” “The Borchardt Luger No 6 is therefore the rarest Luger in the world.” Paul Régnier Luger Genesis pistol
Paul has researched and written several articles on the genre; on the Bergmann and Le Francais for La Gazette des arms in 1981/1982 as well as for the Swiss Arms Fair Bulletin in 1993. He has specialized particularly in the early years of the Luger automatics, and the Swiss trials that occurred between 1898 & 1899. Poulin Auctions is very proud to present a selection of Paul’s collection in this upcoming auction.
1266 1267 1268 1269 1270 1271
COLLECTION INDEX: 1272 1273 1274 1275 1276 1277
1278 1279 1281 1284 1285
James B. Taylor James B. Taylor was born in Harrisburg, PA on April 12, 1938. James married his love, Sarah Williams Taylor, 63 years ago and together they have been blessed with two adult children, Dale Taylor and Karen Taylor de Caballero along with twin grandchildren age 13. James earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, University of Redlands, California; a Master of Arts in Geology, as well as an Executive MBA Program, both from the University of California at Los Angeles. His extensive career spans over four decades of technical and executive management in world-wide exploration, development and production of oil and gas, concentrated in Latin America, Southeast Asia, The Middle East and Russia/CIS. He received board directorships that have involved top-level decision making and performance strategies to upstream and downstream companies. When asked if there was a particular item that ignited his passion for collecting, James easily responds “I inherited my great-grandfather’s Officer’s sword.” His great grandfather was part of the 143rd Pennsylvania Vol. Infantry and fought during a number of battles including the Battle of Gettysburg. Throughout his entire collection, never has there been another item that has meant more to him than this sword. James is a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists, the American Society of Arms Collectors and various other Arms Collector groups. His other interests include Native American antique art, textiles, pottery and baskets. He also maintains an extensive collection of Spanish Colonial arms and accoutrements. Poulin Firearms is extremely proud to have the opportunity to bring this remarkable collection to auction. Included in this offering, comprised of over 130 lots, are some rare, scarce, and historic examples that we know you will find as exciting as we do.
3010 3013 3014 3016 3017 3020 3021 3023 3024 3027 3028 3029 3030 3031 3033 3034 3035
3036 3037 3038 3039 3040 3041 3042 3043 3044 3045 3050 3051 3052 3053 3055 3056 3057
3058 3065 3066 3068 3069 3074 3076 3077 3078 3080 3081 3083 3085 3089 3090 3091 3146
COLLECTION INDEX: 3176 3177 3178 3179 3180 3181 3182 3183 3184 3185 3192 3193 3194 3195 3197 3200 3201
3202 3203 3205 3206 3207 3210 3213 3214 3216 3217 3218 3219 3236 3239 3243 3245 3246
3247 3248 3249 3258 3259 3260 3261 3262 3267 3328 3329 3332 3335 3336 3337 3338 3339
3341 3342 3353 3386 3397 3408 3422 4002 4003 4004 4006 4007 4009 4010 4014 4021 4023
4025 4026 4028 4040 4042 4043 4044 4045 4046 4047 4048 4050 4051 4052 4070
Fred Inganamort Fred Inganamort was born with a love of firearms. Surrounded by hunters and sportsman since childhood, he received his first firearm when he was just eleven years old from his father, a 1964 Ruger 10/22. Shortly thereafter, he took his first hunting trip to Maine with his grandfather, father and uncle. From then on, hunting and the outdoors were his passions. Throughout his life, Fred traveled North America on numerous hunting expeditions with family and friends, making cherished memories along the way. In addition to firearms for hunting, Fred also enjoyed skeet shooting and sporting clays. His collection is the cumulation of a lifelong appreciation of the craftsmanship and history of firearms, ranging from the familiar to the obscure, the modern to the antique, and everything in between. Each firearm in the collection has its own story.
Over the last decade, Fred regularly participated in Cowboy Action Shooting where he was known as, “Kid Harrison”. He was an active member of three SASS clubs in Florida: the Gold Coast Gunslingers, the Okeechobee Marshals and the OK Corral Outlaws. To his friends, family and fellow club members, Fred was known for not only being a kind and generous man, but also an excellent shot, a great teacher, and a wealth of knowledge about firearms, rivaling even historians. Most importantly, Fred was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and grandfather. He will be dearly missed. His legacy lives on not only in this most unique, exquisite and story-filled collection, but also in the passion and exuberance in which he lived his life.
Fred Inganamort
COLLECTION INDEX: 1136 1138 1140 1574 1590 1591 1592 1595 2417 2418 2419 2420 2422 2423 2424 2425 2428 2429 2433 2438 2439 2440 2441 2442 2443 2444 2446 2448 2450
2451 2453 2454 2455 2456 2457 2459 2461 2462 2463 2466 2467 2468 2469 2472 2473 2474 2476 2477 2478 2479 2481 2482 2484 2485 2487 2488 2490 2491
2492 2494 2495 2496 2497 2501 2503 2504 2506 2507 2508 2509 2510 2511 2512 2514 2515 2516 2517 2518 2520 2521 2522 2523 2524 2525 2526 2529 2530
2531 2532 2533 2534 2536 2537 2538 2539 2541 2543 2544 2545 2546 2547 2548 2549 2550 2551 2552 2553 2554 2555 2556 2557 2559 2560 2561 2562 2565
2566 2567 2568 2569 2570 2571 2572 2573 2574 2575 2576 2577 2578 2579 2580 2581 2582 2583 2584 2585 2586 2587 2588 2589 2590 2591 2593 2594 2595
2596 2597 2598 2599 2600 2601 2602 2603 2604 2605 2606 2607 2608 2609 2610 2611 2612 2613 2614 2615 2640 2641 4092 4271 4295 4354 4593 4605 1140A
Leonardo M. Antaris, MD Independent Firearms Consultant & Cataloger with Poulin Auctions
Leonardo M. Antaris, MD
Accepting his award for 1st Place Display at the 2017 OGCA show for his display “Spanish Gold: The Art of Gold Damascening”
Be sure to check out Dr. Antaris’ collector guides on his YouTube channel Historic Investments •
Articles in the NRA’s American Rifleman magazine Magnificent Mausers, an Exploration of Unusual Pistols and Carbines, Feb 2018
Or visit “HistoricInvestments” on instagram Publications and Achievements
In the Beginning: Semiautomatic Pistols of the 19th Century, Jan 2018
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Co-authored textbook Vickers Guide: SIG SAUER (Vol. 1), 2020
Chinese Broomhandles, Mar 2013
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Published textbook Astra Firearms and Selected Competitors, 2009
Spanish Broomhandles, Oct 2010
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Published textbook Star Firearms, 2001
The Astra M400 (1921), Dec 2008
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Published textbook Astra Automatic Pistols, 1988
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2001. CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING RBL LAUNCH EDITION SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# RBL000557. Bbls. 28” sunken rib & steel bead. Fitted with interchangeable chokes, set of 5 tubes & wrench included. Rounded body boxlock action with gold finish double triggers & selective ejectors. French gray finished action has full coverage foliate scroll ornamentation signed by Richard Roy. Beavertail forearm & steel capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut has satin finish & borderless cut checkering. LOP is 14” over original buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 5/16”. Stock has a slight cast off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: nylon covered luggage case w/ burgandy felt fitted interior & maker’s label. Case contains spare chokes in leather pouch, chrome finished snap caps & oil bottle, two piece wooden cleaning rod with brush & swab, shooting glasses, ear plugs, instruction manual & registration form. CONDITION: near new, in case. (22-1025/DS). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.
2002. CSMC RBL “LAUNCH EDITION” BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# RBL000422. Tony Galazan’s RBL has already become a classic as it is no longer made. This is one of the first guns he produced and has 28” bbls. fitted w/ choke tubes w/ swamped game rib. They are marked w/ mfg. address, cal. & chamber information along with “RBL LAUNCH EDITION” on tops. Bbls. are also fitted w/ H&H type assisted opening spring . Coin finished rnd. bodied boxlock type action features non automatic safety & gold plated dbl. triggers. Action “engraved” w/ near full coverage, lg. open shaded scroll. “RBL” is on arched banner on bottom. Dbl. beaded trigger guard has semi relief matching scroll on bow. Somewhat marbled & figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over ribbed composition buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun accompanied by its original gold ballistic cloth covered case w/ stitched leather corners, lined in burgundy cloth. A CSMC Launch Edition label is in lid. Case contains cleaning equipment, snap caps, oil bottle, instruction book & shooting glasses. CONDITION: very fine w/ evidence of only very casual field use. Gun retaining essentially all original factory finishes on all surfaces w/ only a few minor marks, most notably a group of scratches on bottom rib of bbls. Bright shiny bores, mechanically fine. Case and accessories are also very fine w/ only some minor soiling & compressions along interior. (21-4005/MGM). MODERN. $2,500-3,500. 1
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2003. CSMC MODEL 21 20/28 GAUGE TWO BARREL SET WITH ATTRACTIVE BULINO GOLD INLAYS CUSTOM MADE FOR THOMAS B. HARPER JR. Cal. 20 Ga./28 Ga. S# W38379. Both 28” bbl. sets are fitted with slightly raised matted concave solid ribs mounted with 2 white beads. Both ribs are marked “CUSTOM BUILT FOR THOMAS B. HARPER JR.” in milled out portion of ribs. CSMC trademark, along with model and gauge information are on tops of left bbls. Engine turned bbl. flats are stamped with serial numbers, gauge and chamber information. Both bbl. sets are choked improved cylinder and modified, and so marked. Small, flat side, blued action with watertable partially milled away to reduce weight has CSMC info in cutout. Action features non automatic safety (“SAFE”) inlaid in gold and gold plated selective single trigger. Action is engraved in a style resembling 21-4 except dogs are gold inlaid and exhibit very fine Bulino detail and appear to be R & L sides of the owner’s pointer; most likely detailed from photographs supplied. Trigger guard bow is engraved with monogram “TBH”. Horn sunburst capped, long pistol grip buttstock of fine crotch figured American walnut measures 14 3/8” over black “Decelerator” pad. Borderless point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching, braced beavertail ejector forend, with engine turned internals and inlet ebony tip, attaches to bbl. with “J” spring and knurled button secondary latch. Forend services both bbl. sets. Stock dimensions: 20 Gauge bbls.: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 5/16”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 14 oz. (28 Gauge bbls. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 14 oz.). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun and extra bbls. are housed in tan leather case with stitch leather corners which has tan canvas outer cover with zippered closure. Case is lined in burgundy cloth and contains cleaning equipment, snap caps for each gauge and a square nickel plated oil bottle. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, very close to “as new”. Appears essentially unfired except for proof with only a very few exceptionally minor handling and assembly marks on factory surfaces. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically crisp. Case is also excellent. (22-991/MGM). MODERN. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022
2004. CECIL MILLS CUSTOM ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 30208. Bbls. 30” of proof steel w/ factory VR marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER”. Steel front bead w/ steel mid bead. Aftermarket Briley thin wall choke tubes. Coin finished flat side custom engraved boxlock action w/ full coverage vine type foliate scroll engraving surrounding gold inlaid pheasants on sides & floorplate. Engraving extends to top lever, trigger guard, forearm iron & breech end of bbls. Gold trim includes bands & highlights on bbls. as well as inlaid S# & selector trigger markings. Engraver’s signature “C MILLS” is found on floorplate behind trigger. CA Superior Court Judge Cecil J. Mills studied engraving at Trinidad Junior College in CO & under famed FN engraver Angelo Bee. Gold plated SST. Selective ejectors. Water table of the action & bbls. along w/ inside of floorplate & trigger have machine jeweling. Original ebony tipped beavertail forearm has style A carving & is serial numbered to the gun. Custom trap dimension Monte Carlo stock of fancy Claro walnut having orange & dark tones. Stock has a wide forward sweeping grip cap of contrasting wood & borderless segmented hand checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over a solid black Kickeez pad. DAC: 1 11/16”. DAMC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 2 3/16”. Stock has approx. 1/4” of cast off. WEIGHT: 8 lbs., 1 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: yellow vinyl covered Winchester marked luggage case containing spare Briley chokes. Set consists of a full range of 8 tubes & wrench. CONDITION: action retains over 99% coin finish. Bbls. retain 99% custom reblued finish. Bores are bright showing sm. amount of plastic fouling. Wood has good custom finish showing a few sm. marks. (21-3975/DS). MODERN. $7,000-12,000. 3
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2005. 16 GAUGE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 STRAIGHT GRIP SKEET GUN. Cal. 16 Ga. S# 7247. The 28” bbls. are marked w/ Winchester model, ga., patents, etc. on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ info including Winchester proofs & S#. Bottoms of bbls. stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” & restamped w/ choke designation (WS1 & 2). Blued standard boxlock type action features non-automatic safety & blued single selective trigger. All Winchester information including name, address & patent dates are on watertable. Lightly figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13 3/4” over “Winchester” embossed red pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching unbraced beavertail ejector forend has typical j-spring & knurled secondary release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .669”, left: .667”. Restriction: right: 0” (CYL), left: .009” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .031”, left: .029”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 9/16+”. LOP: 13 3/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ good quality leather case w/ stitched leather corners lined in burgundy cloth. Case has zippered canvas outer cover w/ brown leather trim & contains Winchester marked snap caps, cleaning equipment & square oil bottle. CONDITION: very fine as completely refinished, retaining nearly all custom finishes on bbls. & wood. Action shows considerable subsequent silvering on sharp edges & around bottom from normal hand wear. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically fine. Case is near new. (21-3986/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2006. WINCHESTER MODEL 21 DUCK SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 3”. S# 21444. Bbl. 30” of Winchester proof steel. Fixed full and full chokes. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Blue finish boxlock action. Floorplate is marked “DUCK” Selective ejectors. SST. Beavertail forearm of fancy walnut w/ kidney pattern hand checkering is numbered to the gun. Fancy walnut stock is altered to straight grip configuration. LOP is 13 7/8” over solid red Winchester pad. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 2 1/2”. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. Mfg. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain over 80% lightly faded blue showing carry wear. Refinished wood shows light scratches & marks. Very nice, bright bores. (21-4602/DS). CURIO. $3,750-4,750.
2007. SUPERB WONDERFULLY RESTORED WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SKEET GRADE STRAIGHT GRIP GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 20829. Made shortly after WWII, this fine gun has 28” bbls. w/ matted rib. Winchester ga. & chamber markings are on side of left bbl. All correct markings & proofs are on bbl. flats. Bottoms of bbls. stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” & marked for skeet 1 & 2 chokes. Splinter has lead plug in weep hole. Standard blued action features non automatic safety (“SAFE” in gold) & blued selective single trigger. “SKEET” is in front of trigger guard bow. Water table has Winchester information & model. Winchester proof is very lightly struck. Straight grip buttstock of nicely crotch figured American walnut measures 14” over Winchester embossed red pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching beavertail ejector forend is braced & has usual J spring combined w/ knurled button release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a black canvas case w/ black vinyl trim lined in gray fleece, has Shooting Systems label in lid. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Gun appears to be essentially as new. It’s difficult to find any flaw in both wood & metal finishes, it is however, a superb refinish w/ meticulous factory style polish marks on action & correct borders of checkering. Finish on butt perhaps a little dull from case contact. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically crisp. (21-4045/MGM). CURIO. $3,500-5,500. 5 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2008. INCOMPARABLE FULL NICKEL FINISHED WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 21475. When talking about special order Winchesters, the saying is “Never say never”. This full nickel Model 42 is a noteworthy example of what was possible. Could this unusual skeet configuration field choked gun be the only nickel M42 ever ordered? Bbl. 28” solid rib w/ fixed Mod choke. Beavertail forearm & straight grip skeet style stock w/ 22 LPI factory checkering. LOP:13 7/8” over original buttplate. S# indicates 1936 mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: hand written letter by a former Waco, TX owner relays the known history of this special shotgun. Originally delivered to the Clifton-Simpson general store located on the town square in Waco, TX, likely ordered by the store owner. In the late 1940s, it was given by the then owner to the Waco Gun Club as high overall award for its annual Club Skeet Shoot. CONDITION: retains over 98% of its factory full nickel finish, showing light scratches & scattered sm. spots of bubbling. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches, finish chips & handling marks. Sound mechanics. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-1070/DS). CURIO. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2009. WESTERN AMERICAN THEMED G. CARGNEL ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1677007. Custom 28 ga. gun using correct mag. tube, carrier & “28” stamped cartridge cutoff. Exquisite full coverage engraving centers around 3 color gold & silver inlaid western scenes. Right side scene depicts a camp scene w/ a cook swinging a shovel at an out of control fire. At center is a cowboy on a bucking bronc w/ a third cowboy falling over his gear on the right side. Left frontier town scene shows a wild west shootout w/ mounted cowboys & chair wielding marshall. Scenes are surrounded by gold wire inlay w/ leaf highlights. Additional gold wire inlay borders upper & lower receiver surfaces. Sides, top & bottom areas of receiver have a fine foliate scroll engraving w/ punch dot background. Lower receiver edges have wide repetitive geometric borders. Trigger guard bow has silver & gold steer head w/ gold wire highlights. Bbl. extension, mag. band, mag. cap along w/ breech & muzzle ends of bbl. have matching foliate scroll engraving w/ gold border & highlights. S#’s are inlaid in gold. Engraver’s signature “G.M. Cargnel” is found on bottom of frame forward of the loading port. Gino Cargnel was a Belgian trained Master Engraver for Fabrique Nationale. Gino later moved to the Los Angeles area where he worked as an independent engraver of quality firearms. Bbl. 26” w/ rnd. post vent rib. “SKEET” choke marking. Red target front sight w/ white mid bead. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Full beavertail forearm & pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of exhibition claro walnut w/ fiddle & burl figure having luxurious red, brown & dark tones. Rosewood grip cap has brass diamond marked “J.L. Dockwiller”. Jack Lee Dockwiller (Jan. 1925-Feb. 2018) of Redlands, CA was a renowned custom stock maker. This wood features his impressive borderless segmented fleur de lis style hand checkering. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAMC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. This shotgun was mfg. in 1958. CONDITION: over 97% finely polished custom blue showing light slide wear. Gloss wood finish shows scattered scratches & sm. dents w/ sm. chip out of grip cap edge. Sound action. Bright bore shows a sm. amount of plastic fouling. (22-1826/DS). CURIO. $12,000-17,000. 7
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2010. G. CARGNEL INDIAN SCENE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 145611. Sides of receiver feature stunning gold & silver inlaid depictions of American plains Indians. Right side features a prairie scene w/ a wagon train in the background. One Indian wearing headdress is mounted & another is kneeling on the ground. Scene includes 3 gold & silver horses. Left side features a gold & silver inlaid war party of 9 plains Indians in battle dress on charging horses. Scenes are surrounded by finely executed foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds that continues to upper & lower receiver surfaces, trigger guard bow, bbl. extension, muzzle, mag. band & mag. cap which also has a gold border. Receiver, extension & muzzle have gold inlaid borders & trim. Engraver’s signature “Gino Cargnel” is located on bottom of receiver forward of the loading port. Gino Cargnel was a Belgian trained Master Engraver for Fabrique Nationale. Gino later moved to the Los Angeles area where he worked as an independent engraver of quality firearms. Bbl. 28” w/ large round post vent rib having red target front sight w/ steel bead. Bbl. & receiver have standard “WP” proofs. Choke is remarked “WS-1”. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Gold washed trigger. Beavertail extension forearm & straight comb pistol grip stock of gloss finished exhibition quality walnut. Brass diamond inlay in ebony grip cap is marked “J.L. Dockwiller”. Jack Lee Dockwiller (Jan. 1925-Feb. 2018) of Redlands, CA was a renowned custom stock maker. This wood features his impressive borderless segmented fleur de lis style hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/2” over a thin black Pachmayr presentation pad. DAC: 1 9/16”. DAH: 2 5/16”. Gun was mfg. in 1961. CONDITION: over 97% finely polished custom blue showing light slide wear. Trigger shows some thinning of gold finish. Stocks have very good gloss finish showing small handling marks with a hairline crack extending from right side of action. Stock has slight gap at bottom of action from tang drop adjustment. Sound action. Very good bright bore. (22-1825/DS). CURIO. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2011. G. CARGNEL AMERICAN INDIAN ENGRAVED MODEL 12 SKEET PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1968090. Gold & silver inlaid hand engraving is awe inspiring. Right side plains scene features a crouching native American archer watching an approaching group of pronghorn antelope. Left side scene depicts native American warriors in battle dress on charging horses. Scenes are highlighted by gold inlaid leafy scroll & gold borders that continue to upper & lower receiver surfaces as well as trigger guard, bbl. extension & muzzle. Top of receiver has a native American portrait surrounded by gold. Muzzle is accented by gold & silver eagle feathers. Scenes as well as other receiver surfaces & breech end of bbl. are accented by fine foliate scroll engraving w/ punch dot backgrounds. Complimentary engraving extends to mag. band. Mag. cap has multicolored gold borders & eagle feather inlay. Banner below right side scene is dated 10-27-86. Banner below left side has engraves signature “G. Cargnel”. Gino Cargnel was a Belgian trained Master Engraver for Fabrique Nationale. Gino later moved to the Los Angeles area where he worked as an independent engraver of quality firearms. Bbl. 26” w/ Winchester new style vent rib, duck bill extension & WS-1 choke. White target front sight. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Beavertail extension forearm & pistol grip stock of exhibition quality claro walnut w/ gloss finish. Rosewood grip cap w/ brass diamond marked “J.L. Dockwiller”. Jack Lee Dockwiller (Jan. 1925-Feb. 2018) of Redlands, CA was a renowned custom stock maker. This wood features his impressive borderless segmented fleur de lis style hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over a black Pachmayr presentation pad. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 1/2”. This shotgun was mfg. in 1963. CONDITION: over 98% professionally reblued finish showing light slide wear. Rib has open hole for mid bead attachment. Gloss wood finish shows a few small marks. Sound action. Very good bright bore. (22-1827/DS). CURIO. $8,000-12,000. 9
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2012. G. CARGNEL ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1036713. Bbl. 30” w/ fixed full choke. Moneymaker style rectangular post vent rib w/ long stippled receiver extension & brass bead. Sides of receiver feature marsh scene vignettes w/ outstanding 3 color silver & gold waterfowl. Right side features flying drake & hen mallards, left side depicts flying drake & hen pintail. Scenes are surrounded by beautifully executed vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds that extends to lower portion of receiver, trigger guard bow, along w/ breech & muzzle ends of bbl. S#’s are gold inlaid. Receiver, bbl. extension & muzzle have gold wire borders & highlighting. Left side of receiver has “G. CARGNEL” engravers signature. Gino Cargnel was a Belgian trained Master Engraver for Fabrique Nationale. Gino later moved to the Los Angeles area where he worked as an independent engraver of quality firearms. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Aftermarket Tilden safety. Custom beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of gloss finished fancy walnut w/ target style hand checkering. Plastic grip cap has brass oval medallion. LOP: 14 1/8” over a Pachmayr black ventilated trap pad. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAMC: 1 13/16”. DAH: 2 1/8”. 1947 Mfg. CONDITION: metal retains over 97% professionally reblued finish showing light slide wear. Stocks have good custom gloss finish showing a few light scratches & marks. Stock has a slight gap at top of receiver from tang adjusted drop. Sound action. Very good bright bore. (22-1828/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2013. GODDESS DIANA OF THE HUNT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S# 18727. Small gauge shotguns are favored of many shooters and collectors, and that is especially true of Model 42’s like this one engraved by CA Superior Court Judge Cecil J. Mills. Judge Mills studied engraving at Trinidad Junior College in CO and under famed FN engraver Angelo Bee. Receiver sides have vignettes of Diana, Goddess of the Hunt, in multicolor gold and silver inlays. Background of woodland scenes have contrasting French gray finish. The vignettes are surrounded by full coverage foliate scroll engraving w/ punch dot backgrounds that extend to receiver top, triggerguard, and lower areas as well as the receiver extension. Top of receiver has a 3rd Diana, Goddess of the Hunter, and her dog in stunning gold and silver. A gold and silver chukar adorns the bow. Straight line borders and S# are also inlaid in gold. Engraver signature “C J MILLS” is found along lower edge of the right vignette. Machine jeweled bolt carrier and gold plated trigger. Barrel is 28” with an aftermarket round post vent rib with hand matted top and duck bill extension. Muzzle has a single gold border with scroll highlights, “FULL” choke marking is inlaid in gold. White target front sight w/ white mid bead. Beaver tail forearm and uncapped pistol grip stock are custom made of exhibition quality fig shell walnut having vivid chestnut and dark chocolate tones. Forearm and wrist of stock have ornate borderless 22 LPI fleur de lis hand checkering. LOP:14 3/8” over Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. Mfg. 1936. CONDITION: near excellent with custom refinish and new wood. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. (22-1041/DS). CURIO. $6,000-10,000. 11
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2014. HIGH ART WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S# 2336. This spectacular Model 42 has wild game engraving by CA. Superior Court Judge: Cecil J. Mills. Judge Mills studied engraving at Trinidad Junior College in CO. and under famed FN engraver Angelo Bee. Right side plate features six raised gold flying doves with two color gold backgrounds. Left side scene depicts four flying and two sitting quail with two color gold backgrounds. Top of receiver has gold and silver inlay rabbits. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll with punch dot backgrounds that extend to upper and lower areas of the receiver, as well as the triggerguard, receiver extension, mag. band and breech end of the barrel. S#’s, proof marks and “SKEET” choke marking are also gold inlaid. Engraver’s signature “CECIL MILLS” is found along lower edge of left vignette. Both barrels have aftermarket Simmons large oval post vent ribs with long style receiver extension. Barrel 1 is 26” with fixed skeet choke and orange Gloworm front sight. Barrel 2, without choke marking, measures 26 3/4” over factory cuts compensator and skeet tube. Custom beaver tail forearm and hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy Claro walnut having burl figure having dark brown and reddish tones. Gloss finished wood has exquisite borderless, segmented, fleur-de-lis 24-LPI hand checkering. LOP is 15 3/8” over a thin brown White Line pad. Weight with 26” bbl.: 6 lbs. 15 oz. Mfg. in first year of production 1933. CONDITION: gun and both barrels retain over 97% custom blue finish. Matte finish mag. tubes show light slide wear. Gloss wood finish shows scattered small scratches and marks. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. (21-4563/DS). CURIO. $7,500-12,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2015. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 88229. Bbl. shortened to 26” w/ cyl. bore & Simmons lg. oval post aftermarket vent rib & long style receiver extension. Beautifully upgraded gun. Action features 42-1 style unsigned aftermarket engraving. Right side features 2 gold inlaid flying doves w/ 2 gold inlaid flying quail on left. Receiver extension has an added pigeon. Both receiver & bbl. extension have gold inlaid S#s. Finely machine jeweled bolt on carrier. Custom beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of very fancy burl figured walnut. Features include skeet style hand checkering & hard rubber Winchester marked grip cap & buttplate. LOP: 14 3/16”. Mfg. 1951. CONDITION: over 98% reblued finish. Wood retains very good satin finish, showing sm. handling marks. Bbl. exhibits slight flattening where choke mark was removed. Sound mechanics, head space ring has taken up 2 notches. Bore is generally bright, showing spots of pitting near muzzle. (21-3966/DS). CURIO. $3,500-5,500.
2016. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 143320. Bbl. 26” w/ donut based rnd. post VR & fixed Full choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Action has custom aftermarket hand engraving done in factory No. 4 style. Woodland game scenes feature gold figures consisting of setter & 4 flushing quail on right side. Left side depicts a pointer & 5 flushing quail. Scenes are surrounded by deep relief vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds & gold inlaid borders. Beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of satin finished exhibition grade thin shell walnut that exhibits vivid dark streaking & marbling. Features consist of Style A hand carving & lg. hard rubber style grip cap. LOP: 14 1/8” over Win. buttplate. 1959 Mfg. CONDITION: 99% finely polished custom bluing. Wood has very good custom finish. Very good bright bore. (21-2724/DS). CURIO. $3,500-5,500. 13
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2017. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S# 69484. Bbl. 26” w/ solid rib, fixed Full choke & steel bead. Action has custom No. 3 engraving by renowned former factory engraver Nick Kusmit. Right side vignette features a pointing setter. Left side features 3 pheasants. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll that extends to triggerguard bow as well as front & rear receiver edges. Custom beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ dbl. diamond deluxe hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over Winchester buttplate. 1948 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: smoke prints of M-42-3 engraving along w/ letter to Nick Kusmit. CONDITION: over 98% custom reblued finish showing slide wear on mag, tube. Wood has very good custom finish. Sound mechanics. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-934/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2018. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S# 131626. Bbl. 26” plain w/ fixed Mod choke & steel bead. Action has custom No. 2 Special engraving by renowned former Winchester engraver Nick Kusmit. Right side woodland scene shows a pointing setter & 2 partridge. Left side scene shows 2 pointers & 2 flushing partridges. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll w/ shaded backgrounds. Highlights continue to top portions of the receiver & triggerguard bow. Custom beavertail forearm & straight grip stock of fancy bird’s eye maple w/ diamond dbl. deluxe hand checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over Winchester buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: smoke prints of engraving. CONDITION: receiver retains 99% custom blue finish. Bbl. & mag. tube retain over 90% original blue showing scratches & wear spots. Wood shows light wear. Sound mechanics. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-933/DS). CURIO. $2,500-4,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2019. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 NO. 5 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 44135. Unsigned custom hand engraving done in factory No. 5 style. Right side upland scene has a silver inlaid pointer & 2 partridge. Left side scene shows 2 pointing dogs & 2 flushing quail. Scenes are surrounded by foliate scroll w/ deeply cut backgrounds. Complementing scroll extends to front & rear portions of receiver, trigger guard bow, bbl. extension & breech end of bbl. Bolt & carrier have custom jeweled finish. Bbl. 26” w/ solid rib & fixed Full choke. Steel bead w/ white mid bead. Beavertail forearm & straight grip stock of satin finished fancy walnut w/ dbl. diamond deluxe hand checkering. LOP: 14” over Win. buttplate. 1941 Mfg. CONDITION: over 95% lightly faded blue showing slide, edge & carry wear. Wood has very good finish showing a few very sm. marks. Very good bright bore. (21-3479/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.
2020. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 Ga. S# 63476. Bbl. 26” w/ aftermarket Simmons donut base rnd. post vent rib. Fixed Skeet choke. Steel front bead w/ brass mid bead. Original chamber length marking is “2 1/2””. Chamber has been lengthened to 3”. Factory checkered beavertail forearm & uncapped pistol grip skeet grade stock of fancy walnut w/ original buttplate. Trigger has added wide shoe. 1947 Mfg. CONDITION: over 85% lightly worn Simmons reblued finish. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Sound mechanics. Bore is generally bright showing some fouling near choke area. (21-4620/DS). CURIO. $2,250-3,000. 15
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2021. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 119601. Bbl. 28” solid rib w/ fixed Skeet choke & steel bead. Beavertail forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ lg. plastic grip cap & Skeet style checkering. Toeline has added brass nameplate. LOP: 13 7/8” over replacement buttplate. 1955 Mfg. CONDITION: over 80% lightly faded blue showing slide & carry wear. Forearm has good refinish. Refinished stock is lowered at the comb & has an added wood repair at toe. Very good bright bore. (21-2241/DS). CURIO. $2,250-3,000.
2022. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PRE WWII SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 12925. Bbl. 26” plain w/ fixed Skeet choke. Steel bead. Beavertail forearm & straight grip walnut Skeet style stock w/ target grade hand checkering. LOP: 13 3/4” over replacement buttplate w/ thinning at toe. Mfg. in 1934, 2nd year of production. CONDITION: over 97% lightly faded blue w/ slide & carry wear w/ spots of freckling. Wood finish shows wear w/ scattered scratches & handling marks. Stock is chipped & glued at toe. Very good bright bore. (21-2246/DS). CURIO. $2,250-2,750.
2023. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 118897. Bbl. 26” plain w/ fixed Mod. choke & steel bead. Original checkered beavertail walnut forearm. Pistol grip replacement stock of straight grain walnut w/ sm. hard rubber grip cap & Skeet style hand checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over Win. buttplate. 1955 Mfg. CONDITION: over 80% lightly worn blue showing carry & slide wear. Forearm has good refinish. Stock has very good custom finish. Very good bright bore. (21-2242/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2024. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410., 3”. S# 1829. Bbl. 26” w/ Simmons aftermarket lg. oval post VR. White target front sight w/ white mid bead. Fixed Full choke. Sm. rnd. grooved forearm & early style pistol grip walnut stock w/ original buttplate. Mfg. 1933, first year production. CONDITION: over 98% Simmons reblued finish showing light slide wear. Wood has very good gloss refinish showing sm. handling marks. Good mechanics. Very good bright bore. (21-4376/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.
2025. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3” (originally marked 2 1/2”). S# 72789. Bbl. solid rib, shortened to 26” over Cutt’s Compensator w/ Mod. tube included. Steel front bead. Beavertail forearm & uncapped Skeet stock of fancy walnut w/ standard target hand checkering. LOP: 13 3/4” over original buttplate. 1948 Mfg. CONDITION: over 95% reblued finish. Original wood finish shows wear w/ numerous dents, scratches & marks. Stock has repaired chips on both sides around top of receiver. Bright bore showing some plastic fouling. (21-2252/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.
2026. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 Ga. 3”. S# 95242. Bbl. 28” plain w/ fixed Full choke & steel bead. Flat bottom grooved forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ original buttplate. 1952 Mfg. CONDITION: over 98% original blue showing light slide wear. Very good original wood finish. Bright bore. Appears unfired.(21-4625/DS). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.
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2027. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S# 62822. Bbl. 28” plain w/ fixed full choke & steel bead. Replacement beavertail style uncheckered walnut forearm. Original pistol grip stock. LOP: shortened to 12 7/8” w/ reattached buttplate. Mfg. 1947. CONDITION: 95% original blue showing slide wear. Replacement forearm has lightly worn finish. Stock has lightly worn original finish w/ an area of touch up & reshaping around buttplate. Bore is generally bright showing some plastic fouling in choke area. Sound mechanics. (22-953/DS). CURIO. $900-1,200.
2028. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410., 3”. S# 41155. Bbl. 28” plain w/ fixed full choke & steel bead. Sm. rnd. grooved forearm & early style pistol grip stock w/ original buttplate. Mfg. 1940. CONDITION: 60% dull blue showing wear in carry wear. Original wood finish shows moderate wear w/ numerous scratches & marks. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. (214310/DS). CURIO. $800-1,100.
2029. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410., 3”. S# 21651. Bbl. 28” plain w/ fixed full choke & steel bead. Sm. rnd. grooved forearm & early style pistol grip stock. LOP: shortened to 12 7/8” over reattached buttplate & 1/4” of plastic spacers. Mfg. 1936. CONDITION: 70% dull fading blue showing carry & slide wear. Forearm has worn original finish. Refinished stock is heavily sanded & undersized showing scattered handling marks. Very good bright bore. (21-4328/DS). CURIO. $800-1,100.
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2030. WINCHESTER MODEL 1897 “PIGEON GUN” PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# E585896. Bbl. 32” plain w/ fixed Full choke. Action has factory “live bird shoot” hand engraving. Right side features a shooter w/ a setter retrieving a pigeon & 3 more falling to the ground. Left side of receiver has 3 men & pointer in a pigeon shooting scene. Scenes are surrounded by fancy borders that extend to front rear & lower edges of receiver. Scroll highlights are found on front rear & top portions of the receiver w/ a rose & 4 leaf clover on the borders of the right & left top. Top of receiver behind hammer has standing pigeon. Breech block is engraved “PIGEON GUN” w/ fancy borders & highlights. Trigger guard bow engraved “P. J. Ford”. Receiver extension has added U notch fixed sights. Sm. rnd. forearm of fancy walnut w/ Pigeon grade wrap around factory hand checkering. Straight grip stock of fiddle grained walnut w/ black diamonds at wrist having wrap around Pigeon grade checkering & unusually high comb. LOP: 13 7/8” over an unmarked solid red pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photos of right & left pigeon shoot sketches. A hand written note from Nick Kusmit dated April 22, 04, “Doug, Enclosed are a couple of sketches of the pigeon shoot done by one of the Ulrichs. They have been lying around the shop for years and got kind of beat up. as you can see. Also a smoke print of a M21 trigger plate done for an Army Colonel. Hope you had a great time in Peru. Very best wishes. Nick.”. CONDITION: over 40% dull lightly faded original blue remains on forward portion of bbl. & protected areas of action. Balance is fading to gray showing handling marks & spots of corrosion. Engraving is sharp retaining it’s detail. Forearm has age darkened appearance, checkering is wearing smooth & showing scattered sm. marks. Refinished stock has moderately worn checkering showing numerous scratches, handling marks & sm. dents. Pad is age hardened w/ cracking having damage around screw holes & at toe. Sound mechanics. 7 Notches are taken upon headspace ring. Good bright bore. (21-4556/DS). CURIO. $3,500-5,000.
2031. WINCHESTER MODEL 1897 BLACK DIAMOND PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# E542644. Bbl. 28” w/ full length matted top & brass front bead. Original choke marking “MOD”, remaining choke constriction .005”. Takedown action. Sm. rnd. grooved forearm w/ trap grade wrap around hand checkering. Straight grip stock of fiddle figured walnut w/ wrap around trap grade checkering & having black diamonds on both sides of wrist. LOP: is shortened to 13 15/16” over solid red London style pad & 1 1/4” walnut spacer. Spacer is hard to detect. 1912 Mfg. CONDITION: over 97% nicely polished reblued finish showing slide wear. Wood is refinished w/ freshened checkering. Sound mechanics. Bore show sm. spots of darkened appearance. (21-2411/DS). CURIO. $900-1,350. 19
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2032. WINCHESTER 1897 BLACK DIAMOND TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. S# C233746. Bbl. 26” plain w/ fixed Full choke & steel bead. Takedown action. Breech block is engraved “TRAP GUN”. 3 Screw fancy walnut forearm w/ wrap around trap grade checkering. Rnd. knob stock of fancy walnut w/ factory trap checkering & black diamonds on either side of the wrist. LOP: 13 3/8” over original deeply dished hard rubber buttplate. 1904 Mfg. CONDITION: over 97% finely polished reblued finish showing light slide wear. Wood has very good refinish showing freshened checkering. Retention spring on outside of mag. tube is missing. Sound mechanics. Headspace ring has taken up 2 notches. Bore shows light pitting. (21-2413/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2033. WINCHESTER MODEL 1897 TRENCH SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 519007. The 20” bbl. w/ Winchester markings on top is marked “CYL” at breech end & is fitted w/ heavy steel housing at front for bayonet attachment & w/ sling loop. A 12” ventilated steel heatshield is spot welded to rear of housing. Winchester proof marks are on rear of bbl. & top left of action. Slidebar is marked “Model 1897” “WINCHESTER” & w/ trademark & patent info. Typical model 97 slide action has S# on bottom. Pistol grip stock of relatively plain American walnut measures 14” over Winchester hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: good as assembled. Bbl. & action retain about 80% of an old reblue but with some scattered marks & light pitting. Bayo. lug / heat shield assembly retains over 90% or its original blue. Stocks retain most of their original finish w/ numerous marks & a 2” crack on left side behind action. Bore is bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-1956/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
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2034. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 7/8”. S# 749536. Bbl. 28” w/ aftermarket solid rib & fixed Full choke. Steel front bead. Action has No. 12-2 Nick Kusmit special engraving w/ added scroll enhancements. Famed engraver Nick Kusmit worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Right side marsh scene features 2 flying mallards. Left side woodland scene features a pointer & flushing pheasant. Scenes are bordered by scroll engraving that is not found on the standard No. 2 pattern. Highlights of matching engraving continue to receiver top, front & rear edges w/ banner on trigger guard bow. Fence post on left side has “NK” signature. Nick continued to engraved to an advanced age & this gun demonstrates the effect of age on his engraving. Custom aftermarket beavertail forearm & custom early style pistol grip stock w/ sm. plastic grip cap of fancy walnut. Forearm has Pigeon grade 3 diamond checkering. Stock has early Pigeon grade checkering w/ black diamonds on both sides of wrist. LOP: 13 1/2” over Win. buttplate. Rear of receiver & cartridge cutoff are stamped “28”. Proper style mag. tube & carrier. 1937 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: smoke prints of right & left side receiver made by Nick Kusmit. Also included is a hand written note w/ “very best wishes signed Nick Kusmit”. CONDITION: over 98% finely polished custom reblued finish. Mag. tube is bead blasted & blued. Custom wood has very good satin finish. Very good bright bore. (21-4557/DS). CURIO. $6,000-9,000. 21
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2035. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 413428. Bbl. 30” of nickel steel w/ added matting. Choke marking is “MOD”, bbl. constriction is .010”. Custom Pre War Pigeon grade engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. The Pre War engraving is more elaborate than the later No. 5 pattern. Engraving features an upland scene w/ 2 pointing dogs & 2 partridge on right side & marsh scene w/ 4 flying mallards on left. Scenes are surrounded by fancy borders & vine type foliate scroll w/ stippled backgrounds. Matching engraving continues to top & bottom areas of receiver w/ banner on trigger guard bow. Engraver’s signature “NK” is found in right side scene. Sm. rnd. forearm of fancy walnut w/ Pigeon grade wrap around checkering. Straight grip stock of fancy walnut w/ black diamond inlays at wrist & wrap around Pigeon grade checkering. LOP: 13 3/4” over a 1 1/2” solid red London style pad. 1926 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: smoke prints of both sides of receiver made by Nick Kusmit after work was completed. CONDITION: 99% nicely polished reblued finish. Nickel steel bbl. has a slightly plum cast. Forearm has lightly worn finish & checkering. Stock shows wear w/ dents, scratches, marks & checkering wear. Very good bright bore. (21-2002/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.
2036. NICK KUSMIT No. 4 ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 690686. Bbl. 26” of Winchester proof steel w/ solid rib & fixed full choke. Steel front bead. Action has custom No. 12-4 engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 19501981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Engraving features a marsh scene w/ 2 sitting & 2 flying mallards on right side. Left side upland scene featuring 2 pointing dogs. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll w/ stippled backgrounds. Highlights continue to front & rear receiver areas as well as trigger guard bow. Left side scene has previous owner’s initials “DWL”. Factory beavertail forearm w/ target style checkering. Pistol grip field stock w/ added target style checkering. LOP: shortened to 13 1/2” over aftermarket solid black White Line pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Andy’s Custom Shop dated 26 Sept. 01 stating “Dear Nick, Find enclosed 2 model 12’s for the following work - (2) serial # 690686 - pre war #4 and renumber barrel extension to match frame”. CONDITION: over 98% finely polished reblued finish. Forearm has very good gloss refinish w/ freshened checkering. Stock shows light finish & checkering wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Forearm is loose on iron. Very good bright bore. (21-2038/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,750. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 22
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2037. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1136237. Bbl. 28” of Proof Steel w/ aftermarket solid rib & fixed Full choke. Steel front bead. Custom 12-2 special engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Right side has marsh scene w/ 2 flying mallards. Left side woodland scene has 1 pointer & 1 flushing partridge. Scenes are surrounded by foliate scroll that extends to front & rear portions of receiver. Trigger guard has a banner of engraving & engraving highlights found above ejection port. The receiver extension has an added pigeon. The standard No. 2 pattern does not have the scrolls or extra engraving, this No. 2 special pattern was a Nick Kusmit favorite. Left side fence post has owner’s initials “DWL”. Beavertail forearm & plastic capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ Pigeon grade style hand checkering LOP: 13 3/4” over a Win. solid red pad. 1953 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: smoke prints of right & left sides made by Nick Kusmit for the owner. CONDITION: over 98% nicely polished custom blue. Stocks have very good custom finish. Very good bright bore. (21-4560/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,750.
2038. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 632493. Bbl. 30” of Winchester Proof Steel w/ solid rib & fixed Full choke. Steel front bead. Action has Pre War style Pigeon grade aftermarket engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Engraving consists of upland scene w/ 2 pointing dogs & 2 flushing partridges on right. Left side marsh scene feature 4 flying mallards. Scenes are surrounded by fancy borders & foliate scroll w/ stippled backgrounds. Engraving extends to front portions of action & trigger guard bow. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Beavertail forearm & stamped steel capped pistol grip Monte Carlo Trap Y Series stock of fancy walnut. Factory style A hand carving believed to be by John Durkin. LOP: 14 3/8” over Win. red ventilated pad & white line spacer. 1931 Mfg. CONDITION: over 97% custom rust blued finish showing slight edge wear. Wood retains very good satin finish. Action has stiff operation. Headspace ring is taken up by 3 notches. Good bright bore. (21-2029/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,750. 23
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2039. NICK KUSMIT No. 2 ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1232822. Bbl. 30”of Proof Steel w/ VR & duck bill extension. Fixed Full choke. Steel front & mid beads. Action has 12-2 custom engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Right side scene features 2 flying mallards. Left side scene features pointer w/ flushing pheasant. Front & rear portions of receiver have scroll highlights w/ a banner on the trigger guard. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Receiver extension has added pigeon. Engraver’s signature “NK” is found on fence post in left side scene. Nick Kusmit continued to engraved in his later years. Engraving from that period shows the effects of his advanced age. Custom aftermarket extension forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy black walnut w/ gloss finish & Pigeon grade hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over repro. solid red Win. pad. 1950 Mfg. CONDITION: over 98% nicely polished reblued finish. Wood has very good custom finish. Very good bright bore. (21-2015/DS). CURIO. $1,800-2,500.
2040. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 DUCK PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# 1438148. Bbl. 30” w/ solid rib & fixed Full choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Action has custom 12-2 engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Right side marsh scene features 2 flying mallards. Left side upland scene depicts a pointer & flushing partridge. Front & rear portions of receiver have highlights of scroll engraving w/ banner on trigger guard bow. Reeds on marsh scene have customer initials “DWL”. Receiver extension has an added Pigeon. Hand jeweled bolt & carrier. Custom made beavertail forearm & Monte Carlo pistol grip stock w/ stamped steel buttplate of fancy walnut w/ Pigeon grade hand checkering. LOP: 14 3/8” over red ventilated Win. pad & white line spacers. CONDITION: over 98% nicely polished custom reblued finish. Wood has a good custom finish. Very good bright bore. (21-2255/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2041. NICK KUSMIT NO. 1 ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 999304. Receiver has No. 1 engraving w/ additional scroll highlights on front & rear portions of frame & above ejection port. Receiver extension has an added pigeon. Left side of receiver has Nick Kusmit “N K” signature. Famed engraver Nick Kusmit worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. His later work as found on this gun shows the effects of his advanced age. Bbl. is shortened to 26” w/ an added aftermarket solid rib. Cyl. bore w/ red target front sight & steel mid bead. Original choke marking “FULL”. Custom beavertail forearm of fiddle figured maple w/ pigeon grade 3 diamond checkering. Hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of birds eye maple w/ pigeon grade checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over Win. buttplate. 1946 Mfg. CONDITION: metal retains over 99% custom reblued finish. Wood has very good custom finish. Nice bright bore. (21-2153/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,250.
2042. NICK KUSMIT No. 2 ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1592801. Receiver has Nick Kusmit’s 12-2 special engraving w/ added scroll. Right side waterfowl scene features 2 flying mallards. Left side woodland scene has a single pointer. Scenes are bordered by vine type scroll engraving that continues to front & rear sections of receiver. Trigger guard bow has an engraved banner. Left side fence post has customer’s initials “DWL”. Famed engraver Nick Kusmit worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Bbl. 30” w/ added aftermarket solid rib & steel bead. Fixed Full choke. Factory checkered walnut beavertail forearm. Pistol grip trap dimension stock of fancy walnut w/ checkering & custom grip cap w/ brass oval & white line spacer. LOP: 14 1/4” over solid red Win. pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Andy’s Custom Shop dated Oct. 1, 02 “Dear Nick, I am sending you 3 of Doug Laube’s Model 12’s for the following work (1) M-12 Frame & Trigger guard, # 1592801: engrave “Kornbrath” Duck Pattern”. CONDITION: over 98% reblued finish showing light slide wear on mag. tube. Refinished wood shows light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Bottom of forearm has an added 1/8” diameter white inlay. Very good bright bore. (21-2172/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500. 25
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2043. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1255067. Bbl. 28” of Winchester Proof Steel w/ solid rib & fixed Full choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Action features No. 12-3 engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. Right side of receiver features a vignette featuring a pointing setter. Left side features a marsh scene w/ 3 flying mallards. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds & highlights extending to upper & lower receiver areas. Receiver extension has an added pigeon. Nick engraved into his later years. The quality & consistency of his engraving gradually deteriorated as his age increased as this gun demonstrates. Bolt & carrier are hand jeweled. Beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ target style checkering. LOP: is shortened to 13 7/8” over a repro. win. solid red pad. CONDITION: over 98% finely polished reblued finish. Forearm has lightly worn original finish showing sm. marks. Refinished stock has freshened checkering. Headspace ring is taken up 2 notch. Very good bright bore. (21-4559/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.
2044. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1776113. Bbl. shortened to 26 1/2” plain w/ steel bead. Original choke marking is Full. Action has No. 1 style custom engraving by renowned former Winchester engraver Nick Kusmit. Right side features a circular vignette of a flushing partridge. Left side vignette features a flushing quail. Scenes are surrounded by highlights of vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds that extend to rear portion of receiver & triggerguard bow. Custom checkered beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ forward sweeping contrasting wood grip cap. LOP: 14 1/8” over Winchester buttplate. 1959 Mfg. CONDITION: 97% custom reblued finish showing slide wear. Wood has lightly worn finish. Sound mechanics. Bright near excellent bore. (22-935/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2045. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 719140. Bbl. 28 plain of Winchester Proof Steel w/ fixed Full choke & steel bead. Receiver has non matching number “1558” followed by triangle “1” mark. Action has 12-2 special engraving by famed engraver Nick Kusmit, who worked for Winchester 1950-1981. Nick continued to engrave Winchesters until his passing in 2010. This gun demonstrates the effect of age on his engraving. Right side waterfowl scenes depicts 2 flying mallards. Left side woodland scene featuring pointing dog & flushing partridge. Scenes are surrounded by scroll engraving that continues to front, rear & upper sections of receiver. Trigger guard bow has an engraved banner. Area above ejection port has fancy border engraving. Standard No. 2 did not have the scroll work of Nick’s special engraving. Custom beavertail forearm w/ 3 diamond Pigeon grade checkering. Custom stock of fancy black walnut w/ early style pistol grip having sm. plastic grip cap w/ checkered wrists & black diamonds. 1936 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: smoke prints made for the owner by Nick Kusmit. CONDITION: receiver has 99% finely polished reblued finish. Bbl. & mag. tube retain 70% lightly faded reblued finish showing spots of corrosion. Wood has very good custom finish. Headspace taken up ring adj. 1 notch. Very good bright bore. (21-2155/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,900.
2046. PAULINE MUERRLE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1155760. Bbl. 30”, 2 pin milled factory VR & fixed Full choke. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Action has 12-2 engraving by former factory engraver Pauline Muerrle. Pauline was the last factory in house engraver 1979-1986. Since leaving Winchester, Pauline has continued to engrave fine Winchesters. Engraving features a waterfowl scene w/ 2 flying mallards on right side & woodland scene w/ pointer on left side. Front & rear portions of action have highlights of scroll engraving. Receiver extension marked “MODEL-12-TRAP”. Beavertail forearm & custom Monte Carlo trap stock of the style made famous by R. J. Anton of Waterloo, Iowa. Fancy walnut stocks have borderless hand checkering & signature pistol grip of layers of contrasting wood. LOP: 14 1/4” over Pachmayr trap pad. CONDITION: over 98% custom reblued metal finish. Gloss wood finish shows sm. handling marks w/ spots of raised & chipped finish. Very good bright bore. (22-217/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500. 27
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2047. PAULINE MUERRLE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1931506. Bbl. 30” w/ new style 3 pin factory VR & duck bill extension. Fixed Full choke. Steel mid bead, front bead is missing. Action has custom No. 5 engraving w/ gold inlaid figures by former factory engraver Pauline Muerrle. Pauline was the last factory in house engraver 1979-1986. Since leaving Winchester, Pauline has continued to engrave fine Winchesters. Engraving consists of vine type scroll w/ punch dot background surrounding marsh scene w/ 4 flying ducks on right side, & woodland scene w/ 2 pointing dogs & flushing patridge on left side. Scroll extends to forward portions receiver, trigger guard bow, receiver extension & breech end of bbl. Custom beavertail forearm & Monte Carlo trap stock of gloss finished fancy black walnut w/ hard rubber grip cap. Forearm & stock have style B carving that consists of segmented borderless checkering w/ fleur de lis highlights surrounded by stippled backgrounds. LOP: 14 1/8” over repro. solid red Win. pad. 1962 Mfg. CONDITION: over 98% original looking custom blue. Wood finish shows a few sm. marks w/ open grain checks on left side of butt. Slide lock is not releasing properly & needs minor fitting. Very nice bright bore. (21-339/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.
2048. PAULINE MUERRLE NO. 4 ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN DATED 1842. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1879208. Aftermarket 12-4 engraving by former factory engraver Pauline Muerrle. Pauline was the last factory in house engraver 1979-1986. Since leaving Winchester, Pauline has continued to engrave fine Winchesters. Right side has waterfowl scene w/ 2 sitting & 2 flying mallards. Left side upland scene features 2 pointing dogs. Scenes are bracketed by vine type scroll w/ highlights extending to front & rear portions of receiver. Right side of receiver has Pauline’s “PM” signature near forward scroll. Receiver extension has an added pigeon. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Bbl. 26” of Proof Steel w/ solid rib & fixed Mod. choke. Steel bead. Custom beavertail forearm of fancy walnut w/ an unusual square shape have Pigeon style 3 diamond checkering. Distinctive custom Monte Carlo stock w/ forward sweeping pistol grip, unusual hand checkering & sculpted comb peak. LOP: 13 1/8” over Win. buttplate & a 1 1/8” walnut extension. Bottom of grip has circular silver inlay marked “ETCHEN SPECIAL” w/ owner’s name “MIKE GAGE”. The Etchen Special stock was designed by Fred Etchen, father of Rudy who passed in 1961. It was a full pistol grip design measured & made to fit the individual’s hand w/ the owner’s name on the silver grip cap. 1961 Mfg. CONDITION: over 98% finely polished professional reblued finish. Etchen wood has been refinished w/ checkering freshened. Bright near excellent bore. (21-2163/DS). CURIO. $1,700-2,250. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2049. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 JASPER SALERNO ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 875209. Bbl. 28” w/ aftermarket Simmons lg. oval VR. Fixed Full choke. Steel front bead. No. 5 engraving w/ multicolor inlay by Jasper Salerno who was a Winchester factory engraver from 1968-1977. Right side of receiver shows a woodland scene w/ a gold inlaid setter backing a silver inlaid pointer & 2 gold partridges on the opposite side of a copper inlaid stump. Left side scene shows 4 silver inlaid flying mallards w/ gold feet. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll & punch dot backgrounds. Matching scroll extends to triggerguard bow, bbl. extension & breech end of bbls. Triggerguard extension has an engraved pigeon. The engraver’s signature (J. L. Salerno) is found on the bottom of the receiver, forward of the loading port. Bolt & carrier have custom jeweling. Custom skeet style checkered beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut. LOP: 13 7/8” over Winchester buttplate. 1941 Mfg. CONDITION: over 98% custom reblued finish. Wood has very good finish. Sound mechanics & bright near excellent bore. (22-936/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2050. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 GOLD INLAID CUSTOM ENGRAVED 2 BBL. SET PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1742839. Bbl. #1 30” w/ rnd. post special vent rib & fixed full choke. Breech end has standard “WP” proof & circle “P” parts proof. Brass target front side w/ steel mid bead. Bbl. extension is unnumbered. Bbl. #2 26 3/4” over aftermarket Cutts compensator w/ spreader tube. Rnd. post special vent rib w/ standard “WP” proof. White target front sight w/ white mid bead. Original choke marking is “WS-1”. Bbl. extension is numbered to the action & has an engraved pigeon. Sides of action have full coverage custom game scene engraving. Right side upland scene features gold inlaid hawk chasing three gold inlaid pheasants. Left side marsh scene features 2 pointing dogs & 4 gold inlaid ducks. Scenes are surrounded by silver wire inlay borders w/ balance & receiver having vine type scroll engraving w/ zigzag borders. Complimentary engraving is found on trigger guard bow. Trigger, safety button & slide lock, mag. pin, & mag plug ring are gold plated. Forearm for bbl. #1 is beavertail style of fancy walnut w/ 3 diamond Pigeon grade checkering. Forearm for bbl. #2 is beavertail style of fancy walnut w/ standard target checkering. Pistol grip skeet dimension stock of fancy walnut w/ target checkering. Custom plastic grip cap has inlaid medallion marked “Saint Christopher / Protect Us”. LOP is altered to 14 3/16” over an aftermarket brown ventilated pad & 1/4” spacer. Toe line has oval nameplate w/ initials “H.L”. Mfg. 1959. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2nd bbl. assembly. CONDITION: action & both bbl. assemblies retain over 80% blue showing edge & carry wear. Gold finished small parts retain 50% gold. Silver wire inlay around scenes are missing small segments of silver. Both forearms & stock have lightly worn finish & checkering showing scratches, marks & small dents. Stock has small chips & cracks around action. Sound action. Bbl. #1 has two notches taken up on adj. ring & rear end of rib is bent slightly upwards. Bbl. #2 has all notches taken up on adj. ring. Both bbls. have very good bright bores. PROVENANCE: By descent, from the Albert Boardman II of Rye, N.Y. (22-1062/DS). CURIO. $2,250-3,000. 29
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2051. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 494246. Bbl. nickel steel w/ milled VR shortened to 25 5/7” w/ cyl. bore. Original choke marking “FULL”. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Receiver has style 12-5 unsigned hand engraving. Right side features woodland scene w/ 2 pointing dogs & 2 flushing partridge. Left side marsh scene features 4 flying mallards. Scenes are surrounded by borders & vine type foliate scroll done in the style of George Ulrich’s work. Engraved highlights extend to upper & lower areas of receiver as well as trigger guard bow. Sm. rnd. custom forearm of fancy walnut w/ wrap around Pigeon grade hand checkering. Early style hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ hand checkering having black diamonds on both sides of wrist. LOP: is shortened to 14 1/8” over a 1 1/2” solid red London style pad. Replacement brass grip cap screw. 1927 Mfg. CONDITION: receiver has an old reblued finish showing light fading w/ edge wear & handling marks. Bbl. & mag. tube retain 90% brightly reblued finish showing slide wear. Bbl. has a slight plum coloration. Slide bar has 30% fading reblued finish. Forearm has good custom finish. Stock has a gloss refinish w/ worn checkering showing scratches & handling marks. Headspace is taken up by 4 notches. Good bright bore. (21-4558/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.
2052. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PIGEON UPGRADE TRAP PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1968799. Bbl. 30” w/ new style 3 pin factor VR & fixed Full choke. White target front sight & steel mid bead. Action has custom 12-4 engraving. Right side features a waterfowl scene w/ 2 flying & 2 sitting gold inlaid mallards. Left scene features 2 gold inlaid pointing dogs. Scenes are surrounded by foliate scroll & straight line borders w/ scroll highlights on upper or lower receiver surfaces. Receiver & trigger guard have a custom coin type finish. Bolt & carrier are custom jeweled. Receiver extension has an added pigeon. A beavertail forearm of fancy walnut has Pigeon style checkering. Straight comb trap dimension stock w/ steel capped pistol grip of fancy black walnut has standard target checkering. LOP: 14 3/8” over Win. new style red ventilated pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is accompanied by photos, a letter & listing from an Albany, Georgia gun dealer dated Sept. 13, 2000. This listing states the engraving may be the work of N. Hartleip or S Kinemuchi. CONDITION: bbl. retains 98% original blue. Mag. tube shows slide wear. Custom finished receiver shows scattered tarnish. Forearm shows spots of finish wear & scattered marks. Sanded & refinished stock shows some grain checking. Very good bright bore. (21-2022/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2054. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1479871. Bbl. 26 1/4” over aftermarket Cutt’s Compensator w/ Spreader tube. Aftermarket Simmons donut base rnd. post VR. Original WS-1 choke marking. Steel front bead w/ white mid bead. Coin finished action w/ unsigned full coverage hand engraving. Right side features 4 silver inlaid mallards. Left side depicts 3 flushing pheasants being pursued by coyote. Scenes are surrounded by beautifully executed oak leaf engraving w/ punch dot & stippled backgrounds. Matching oak leaf engraving extends to top rear of receiver w/ wide flowing borders extending down both sides to the front. Lower section has fancy borders. Blued trigger guard has initials “EEH” engraved on bow w/ highlights of oak leaf scroll. Gold finish trigger & carrier. Breech ends of bbl. & receiver extension have complimentary oak leaf scroll engraving. Beavertail forearm & steel capped pistol grip Skeet stock w/ factory target checkering. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. 1955 Mfg. CONDITION: coin finished receiver has acquired a light tarnish that lends a pleasing antiqued appearance. Bbl. & mag. tube retain over 90% blue showing slide wear. Trigger & carrier retain 30% gold finish. Stock & forearm have lightly worn original finish showing sm. scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. (21-2204/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.
2055. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 STAINLESS STEEL BARREL PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 542652. Bbl. 30” of stainless steel w/ solid rib, fixed Full choke & red target front sight. Stainless steel bbls. were offered on all Winchester Models for a short time. They were finished w/ “Japan Black” lacquer paint. This proved to be an unpopular option as the bbl. finish wore very easily. Consequently, stainless steel barreled. Winchesters are a scarce collector’s item today. Tournament style gun w/ checkered walnut extension forearm. Early style pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ added tournament style checkering. Stock is shortened w/ LOP: 13 7/8” over an added solid red Win. pad. 1928 Mfg. CONDITION: action & mag. tube retain 40% faded blue showing flaking & carry wear. Bbl. has a gray coloration from attempted refinishing having no original paint remaining. Good bore showing some light fouling. Forearm has worn finish & checkering showing handling marks. Stock has good refinish w/ a hairline crack extending from right side of action. (21-2052/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. 31
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2053. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1376299. Bbl. 30” of Winchester Proof Steel w/ milled VR & duck bill extension. Fixed Full choke. Steel front & mid beads. Right side of action has marsh scene w/ 2 flying mallards. Left side has upland scene w/ a single pointer. Unsigned hand engraving is very well executed. The clean & simple patterns have only single line borders w/ no scroll embellishments. Action is finished in the white w/ blued receiver extension. Original beavertail forearm & straight comb trap stock w/ factory checkering & replacement hard rubber grip cap. LOP: 14 1/8” over replacement solid red Win. pad. 1953 Mfg. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain over 97% reblued finish. White finished action shows scattered spots of tarnish. Refinished wood shows spots of wear & handling marks. Very good bright bore. (21-2024/DS). CURIO. $1,350-1,800.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2056. WINCHESTER 1912 CUSTOM ENGRAVED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 88227. Bbl. 26” plain of nickel steel. Fixed Mod choke. Brass front bead. Receiver has 12-1 style aftermarket engraving. Oval on right side features a flying pintail w/ a pointing setter on left side. Custom aftermarket sm. rnd. forearm of fancy walnut w/ wrap around black diamond style hand checkering. Early style pistol grip stock w/ added hand checkering & black diamonds. LOP: 13” over Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Mfg. 1915. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 85% reblued finish. Action has gray coloration, indicating touch up finish. Wood has good refinish showing scattered scratches & marks. Stock has repaired chip right of trigger guard tang. Buttplate is chipped at toe. Action shows wear, hammer will release before action is closed & must be repaired to be safe. Good, bright bore. (21-2384/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2057. WINCHESTER 1912 BLACK DIAMOND PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S#. 127441. Bbl. 25” of nickel steel w/ solid rib, brass bead & fixed full choke. Small rnd. forearm w/ trap grade wraparound hand checkering & early style half pistol grip stock w/ trap grade checkering having black diamonds on both sides of wrist. LOP is shortened to 13 3/8” over replacement Winchester buttplate. Mfg. 1916. CONDITION: bbl. assembly retains 70% lightly worn blue showing spots of light pitting & finish loss. Mag. tube shows slide wear. Reblued action has worn gray appearance with intentionally thinned blue. Forearm has good finish & checkering showing sm. scratches. Stock has lightly worn finish & checkering showing dents, scratches & mildew spots w/ cracks extending from left side of action. Slidelock does not release properly when action is cycled. Take up ring is adj. by one notch. Good bore showing small dark spots. (21-2259/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2058. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 HYDRACOIL SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1930398. Bbl. 26” w/ new style factory VR & duckbill extension. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Ivory colored Hydracoil forearm & stock. 1963 Mfg. CONDITION: over 95% blue showing slide wear on mag. tube. Hydraulic parts are missing from stock. Crisp mechanics. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-938/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
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2059. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 HYDRACOIL TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1969853. Bbl. 30” w/ new style factory VR & duckbill extension. Steel front & mid bead. Fixed Full choke. Ivory colored Hydracoil forearm & Monte Carlo stock w/ recoil reduction system. 1963 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Proved on Safari hang tag. CONDITION: over 97% blue showing slide wear on mag. tube & light scratch on right side of action. Hydracoil system has good compression. Sound mechanics. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-937/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2060. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 28 GAUGE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 7/8”. S# 1376242. Bbl. measures 26 1/4” over an added aluminum body Cutt’s Compensator w/ Spreader tube. Simmons rnd. post donut base aftermarket VR. Beavertail forearm w/ Skeet style hand checkering. Pistol grip walnut stock w/ added hand checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over original buttplate. Proper 28 Ga. mag. tube. Rear of receiver & cartridge cutoff are stamped “28”. Carrier w/ proper shell guide is stamped “20”. 1953 Mfg. CONDITION: 80% lightly faded blue showing carry & edge wear. Forearm has worn finish showing scratches & marks. Refinished stock shows scratches & marks w/ sm. chip at bottom of pistol grip. Very good bright bore. (21-2421/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,250.
2061. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 BLACK DIAMOND PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 364694. Bbl. 28” solid rib of nickel steel. Cyl. choke. Steel bead. Sm. rnd. forearm & straight grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ wrap around hand checkering & black diamonds. LOP: shortened to 14” over a reinstalled hard rubber buttplate. Mfg. 1923. CONDITION: 70% fading blue showing edge wear & spotted freckling. Refinished wood has thinned checkering & shows numerous scratches & dents. Stock has a sm. chip right of trigger guard. Bore is generally bright, showing spots of pitting most prevalent near muzzle w/ sound mechanics. (21-2381/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,600. 33
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2062. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 BLACK DIAMOND TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 576073. Bbl. 30” w/ factory milled vent rib & duck bill extension. Fixed full choke. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Receiver is marked “TRAP” below S#. Extension beavertail forearm & straight grip trap dimension stock w/ target checkering & black diamonds. LOP is 14 1/4” over a solid red Winchester pad. Mfg. 1929. CONDITION: retains over 90% matte reblued finish w/ polished receiver sides & sm. parts. Stock & forearm have a gloss style refinish w/ freshened checkering, showing sm. handling marks & finish chips. Bottom of forearm has a hairline crack between the checkering diamond & rear edge. Head space ring is taken up by five notches. Sound action & nice bright bore. (21-2353/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2063. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 BLACK DIAMOND TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Ca. 12 Ga. S# 521210. Bbl. 30” of nickel steel w/ factory milled VR. Fixed Full choke. Red target front bead. Receiver is marked “TRAP” below S# & has matching milled rib extension. Sm. rnd. forearm & sm. hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ trap grade hand checkering having black diamonds on both sides of wrist. Toeline of stock has inlaid medallion marked “Boston Gun Club 25th Anniversary 1915-1940”. LOP: shortened to 14” over a solid red No Shok pad & 1/2” walnut spacer. 1928 Mfg. CONDITION: over 60% dull fading original blue showing slide & carry wear w/ scattered handling marks & spots of freckling. Forearm has worn original finish & checkering showing sm. scratches. Stock has added gloss finish over wear & handling marks. Very good bright bore. (21-2400/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2064. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 BLACK DIAMOND TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 403844. Bbl. 30” nickel steel w/ factory milled VR & fixed full choke. Broken target front sight w/ white mid bead. Action has matching duck bill extension w/ matted top surface. Bottom of front ring is stamped “TRAP” below S#. Replacement checkered walnut beavertail forearm w/ raised rolled rear lip. Original Monte Carlo trap stock of fancy walnut features sm. hard rubber grip cap, factory checkering & has black diamond inlays on both sides of wrist. LOP: 14 1/4” over aftermarket brown ventilated Pachmayr pad. 1925 Mfg. CONDITION: 60% dull fading blue showing slide & carry wear w/ scattered scratches & spots of corrosion. Wood has age darkened appearance, worn checkering showing scratches & handling marks. Right side of butt has open grain checks. Headspace ring is taken up by 6 notches. Bore shows some fouling. (21-1976/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2066. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 DUCK PIGEON UPGRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# 1499515. Bbl. Proof Steel w/ solid rib shortened to 25 3/4”. Briley Series 2 interchangeable chokes: cyl., full & extra full tubes included. Red target front sight. Receiver extension has added pigeon. Bolt & carrier have custom jeweling. Pigeon Grade 3 diamond beavertail forearm of fancy walnut w/ steel capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ Pigeon Grade checkering. LOP: shortened to 13 5/8” over an added solid red Winchester pad. 1955 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: green canvas covered Winchester case w/ added Model 12 paper label. CONDITION: bbl., action & mag. tube retain over 98% original blue showing sm. scratches. Receiver extension has very good reblue. Wood has very good finish & checkering showing sm. handling marks. Very good bright bore. (21-2300/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2067. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 EARLY TRAP STYLE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 351942. Bbl. 30” of nickel steel w/ added full length matting. Fixed Full choke & steel bead. Receiver extension is renumbered to match the action. Sm. rnd. forearm of fancy walnut w/ trap grade wrap around checkering. Early style pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ added trap grade checkering at wrist. Stock is shorted to LOP: 13 1/4” over a Win. buttplate. 1924 Mfg. CONDITION: action retains 90% nicely polished reblued finish showing enough fading & edge wear to appear original. Bbl. retains 98% reblued finish. Bead blasted & reblued mag. tube. Reblued receiver extension shows scratches, flaking & handling wear giving an original appearance. Forearm has added finish over sm. handling marks w/ moderately worn checkering having a sm. crack extending from front edge. Stock has a very good refinish. Very good bright bore. (21-2005/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200. 35
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2065. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 BLACK DIAMOND TRAP PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 212016. Bbl. 30” of nickel steel w/ factory milled VR & fixed Full choke. Steel front & mid beads. Receiver has matching milled rib extension. Sm. rnd. forearm of fancy walnut w/ wrap around trap grade checkering. Straight grip stock of fancy walnut w/ wrap around trap grade checkering & black diamonds on both sides of wrist. LOP: shortened to 13 7/8” over a repro. solid red Win. pad. 1919 Mfg. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain over 80% original blue showing carry & edge wear w/ light scratches having sm. takedown marks on left side. Mag. tube has over 95% reblued finish. Forearm has lightly worn finish & checkering showing light marks. Refinished stock has freshened checkering. Very good bright bore showing spots of plastic fouling. (21-2394/DS). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.
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2068. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PIGEON UPGRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1658492. Bbl. 26 3/8” over an aftermarket Cutt’s Compensator w/ spreader tube. Simmons lg. rnd. post aftermarket VR. original choke marking is removed. Steel front bead w/ white mid bead. Receiver extension has added pigeon. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Beavertail forearm & steel capped pistol grip Skeet dimension stock have pigeon grade hand checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over original buttplate. 1958 Mfg. CONDITION: over 98% reblued metal finish. Stock & forearm have very good refinish & checkering. Nice bright bore. (21-2425/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2069. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PIGEON UPGRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 1083551. Bbl. 30” replacement w/ milled VR, fixed Full choke & steel beads. Left side has standard “WP” proof mark stamped over a circle “P” parts proof. Receiver has proper milled rib extension. Receiver extension is numbered to the gun w/ added pigeon. Beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip skeet dimension stock of fancy walnut w/ pigeon grade factory checkering. LOP: 13 5/8” over Winchester solid red pad. 1947 Mfg. CONDITION: receiver & mag. tube retains 85% lightly faded original blue showing carry wear w/ scattered scratches having takedown marks on left side. Bbl. retains 98% reblue. Refinished forearm show light rounding at corners. Stock has lightly worn finish showing scratches & marks w/ sm. cracks extending from trigger guard tang & is undersized around the receiver. bore has evidence of raised dents about 7 1/2” & 11” from muzzle. Bore is generally bright showing damage from raised dents & spots of light pitting near muzzle. (21-2132/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2070. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PIGEON UPGRADE TWO BARREL SET PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1428855. Bbl. (1) 26” solid rib w/ fixed WS1 choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Bbl. (2) 28” solid rib w/ fixed Mod. choke. Steel front bead. Both bbls. have numbers matching the action w/ engraved Pigeons on extensions. Action has polished blued top w/ jeweled bolt & carrier. Matching beavertail forearms of fancy walnut have 3 diamond pigeon grade checkering. Fancy walnut Skeet stock has Pigeon grade checkering, steel grip cap & original buttplate. CONDITION: action retains 80% blue showing carry wear. Bbls. retain over 90% blue showing light edge wear, mag. tube wear & spots of freckling. Jeweling on bolt & carrier show wear. Stock & both forearms have lightly worn finish showing scratches, handling marks & sm. dents. Both bbls. have very good bright bores. (22-931/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2071. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga. 2 7/8”. S# 748343. Bbl. 26” w/ solid rib & fixed skeet choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Receiver is marked “SKEET” below S#. Checkered beavertail skeet forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip skeet stock of nicely grained walnut w/ replacement Winchester buttplate. Back of receiver is stamped “28”. Mag. tube & sm. parts are correct. Mfg. 1947. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain over 85% original blue showing light wear & handling marks. Receiver has an unnatural looking gray/brown coloration from touch up finish. Stock & forearm have lightly worn finish & checkering showing lightly scattered scratches & marks. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. (22-930/DS). CURIO. $7,000-9,000.
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2072. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 7/8”. S# 748258. Bbl. solid rib, shortened to 26 1/4” over aftermarket aluminum body Cutt’s Compensator w/ Spreader tube. Aluminum front bead & steel mid bead. Bottom of receiver below S# marked “SKEET”. Beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip Skeet grade stock of nicely grained walnut w/ factory checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over original buttplate. Back of receiver & cartridge cutoff are stamped “28”. Proper 28 Ga. mag. tube & carrier. 1937 Mfg. CONDITION: 85% lightly faded blue showing slide, carry & edge wear w/ spots of light pitting. Action has stiff operation when closing. Original woof finish show scattered scratches & marks w/ lightly worn checkering. Left side of forearm has 1 lg. dent. Very good bright bore. (21-2420/DS). CURIO. $2,750-3,500.
2073. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga. 2 7/8”. S# 1357866. Bbl. plain measuring 26” over aftermarket Cutts compensation w/ spreader tube. original choke marking is skeet. Back of receiver is stamped “28”. Cartridge cut off is unmarked. Correct 28 Ga. mag. tube. Skeet style checkered beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip walnut stock w/ original buttplate. 1953 Mfg. CONDITION: over 97% reblued finish showing slide wear. Original wood finish shows wear w/ numerous dents, scratches & marks. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. (22-940/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,750.
2074. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1582845. Bbl. 27” over factory Cutts compensator w/ spreader tube. No original choke marking. Winchester rnd. post donut base special VR. Checkered skeet style beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip walnut stock w/ original buttplate. 1956 Mfg. CONDITION: over 80% lightly faded blue showing scratches & spots of freckling. Bore shows some fouling forward of chamber. Wood finish & checkering show wear & age darkening w/ scratches & handling marks. Good mechanics. (22-929/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2076. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1968646. Bbl. 26” of Proof Steel w/ factory 3 pin VR & duck bill extension. Fixed WS-1 choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ pigeon grade hand checkering. Ornate silver finished custom grip cap w/ raised gold colored initial “B”. LOP: 13 7/8” over original Winchester plastic buttplate. S# indicates mfg. 1964. CONDITION: over 95% original blue shows slide wear w/ spots of finish loss along lower right edge of receiver. Stock & forearm have high gloss refinish, showing scattered scratches in finish chips. Bright, near excellent bore. Sound mechanics. (21-2305/DS). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.
2077. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 801227. Bbl. 26” over factory Cutt’s Compensator w/ Spreader tube on a factory flange. Bbl. is not choke marked. Steel bead. Bottom of receiver below S# is marked “SKEET”. Beavertail forearm & pistol grip Skeet dimension stock w/ factory Skeet style checkering. LOP: is shortened to 13 1/8” over reinstalled buttplate. Custom brass grip cap marked “D. L. WRIGHT / 1942 / MILWAUKEE”. 1939 Mfg. CONDITION: over 80% lightly faded blue showing carry & slide wear. Wood shows areas of finish loss w/ numerous scratches, handling marks & dents. Checkering shows moderate wear. Bore is bright showing some plastic fouling. (21-2431/DS). CURIO. $800-1,100.
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2075. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 699071. Bbl. 26” of Proof Steel w/ solid rib. Choke marking is “MOD”, choke construction is .008”. Bottom of receiver is marked “SKEET” above S# w/ “2 3/4” chamber marking below S#. Beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip skeet dimension stock of black walnut w/ factory skeet checkering. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. 1936 Mfg. CONDITION: over 85% lightly faded original blue showing slide & carry wear w/ takedown marks on left side of action. Wood has lightly worn original finish & checkering showing scratches & marks. Headspace ring is taken up 1 notch. Good bright bore. (21-2119/DS). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.
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2078. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 1621635. Bbl. 26 3/4” over factory installed Cutt’s Compensator w/ Imp-Cyl. tube. Factory special rnd. post donut base VR. Bbl. has no factory choke marking. Steel front & mid bead. Receiver has narrow Simmons rib extension. Beavertail forearm & steel capped pistol grip skeet stock of fancy walnut w/ factory target checkering. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. 1957 Mfg. CONDITION: over 97% original blue showing light pump wear & scattered sm. marks. Very good wood finish showing sm. marks. Very nice bright bore. (21-2403/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2079. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1928930. Bbl. 26” w/ new style factory vent rib. Fixed WS-1 choke. Red target front sight w/ steel bead. Receiver has duckbill rib extension. Checkered beavertail forearm & steel capped pistol grip skeet grade stock of fancy walnut. LOP: 13 7/8” over Winchester red ventilated pad. Mfg. 1961. CONDITION: over 95% original blue showing light edge & slide wear. Original wood finish shows wear w/ numerous scratches & marks. Mag. band retainer spring is not present. Bore & chamber show areas of residue & corrosion. (21-4621/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2080. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET GRADE TWO BARREL SET PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga 2 3/4”. S# 1178427. Bbl. #1 is 26” solid rib w/ fixed WS-1 choke. Bbl. #2 is 28” solid rib w/ fixed Full choke. Both bbls. have red target front sights w/ steel mid beads. Receiver is marked “SKEET” below S#. Both bbl. assemblies have original checkered beavertail skeet forearms. Hard rubber cap pistol grip skeet stock of fancy checkered walnut. LOP: shortened to 13” over an aftermarket White Line pad. 1949 Mfg. CONDITION: both bbl. assemblies & receiver retain over 97% original blue showing light slide wear. Forearms have very good, original finish. Stock shows spots of finish wear w/ scratches. Recoil pad has hardened & cracked w/ age. Both bbls. have very good bright bores. Sound action. (22-932/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.
2081. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET PUMP ACTION SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4” S# 1849734. Bbl. 24 1/2” rnd. post winchester special w/ vent rib, white target front sight & steel mid bead. Cyl. bore, original choke marking “WS-1”. Aftermarket beavertail forearm w/ standard target checkering. Walnut stock is altered to skeet configuration w/ reproduction plastic grip cap & added target checkering. LOP is altered to 13 1/2” over Winchester buttplate. Mfg. 1961. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain 85% lightly worn blue showing handling marks & spots of freckling. Receiver extension is hand stamped to match the gun. Wood has very good refinish. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. (21-2129/DS). CURIO. $650-1,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2083. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1311976. Bbl. 30” of Proof Steel, solid rib & fixed Full choke. Steel front bead w/ brass mid bead. Factory beavertail checkered walnut forearm. Custom aftermarket Monte Carlo walnut stock w/ steel grip cap & Trap style checkering. LOP: 14 3/8” over red ventilated White Line pad. 1952 Mfg. CONDITION: 90% original blue showing slide & edge wear. Forearm has lightly worn original finish showing scattered scratches & marks. Stock has good finish w/ 1 dent along toeline. bore is generally bright showing sm. spots of very light pitting. (21-2195/DS). CURIO. $600-900.
2084. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 786242. Bbl. 28” of Proof Steel w/ aftermarket Simmons sm. oval post VR. White front sight w/ white mid bead. Choke opened to IC, original choke marking “FULL”. Tilden aftermarket safety. Factory beavertail forearm & steel capped pistol grip Skeet dimension stock of nicely grained walnut w/ factory Skeet pattern checkering. LOP: shortened to 13 3/4” over aftermarket White Line pad. Mfg. 1939. CONDITION: 80% lightly worn blue showing slide & edge wear. Mag. tube welded & repaired around vent area. Original wood finish shows moderate wear w/ scratches & sm. dents. Very good bright bore. (21-4369/DS). CURIO. $800-1200.
2085. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1660315. Bbl. 28” of Proof Steel w/ aftermarket Simmons lg. oval post VR. Fixed Full choke. White target front sight w/ white mid bead. Lg. rnd. grooved forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ original buttplate. 1958 Mfg. CONDITION: 98% Simmons reblue. Wood has good original finish. Very nice bright bore. Crisp mechanics. (21-4370/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2086. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1283983. Bbl. is shortened to 24 5/8” w/ solid rib & cyl. bore. Original choke marking “FULL”. Aluminum front bead w/ steel mid bead. Bbl. assembly has added number to match gun. Action has a gold filled machined scroll engraving similar to the factory No. 1 pattern. Trigger guard is marked w/ gold filled initials “JP”. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Y Series beavertail forearm w/ 3 diamond checkering on bottom. Y Series Field dimension stock of fancy walnut w/ checkering & stamped steel grip cap. LOP: 14 1/8” over a red ventilated Win. pad. 1951 Mfg. CONDITION: bbl. assembly retains 90% lightly worn blue. Action retains over 90% nicely polished reblued finish w/ area of pitting on left side around stock. Original stock finish show some crazing. Very good bright bore. (21-1993/DS). CURIO. $800-1,100.
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2082. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 820304. Bbl. 30” of proof steel w/ solid rib & fixed Full choke. Steel front & mid beads. Receiver extension is marked “MODEL-12-TRAP”. Beavertail forearm & uncapped pistol grip trap dimension stock of nicely grained walnut. Factory Trap style checkering. Stock is shortened to LOP: 13 1/4” over aftermarket red ventilated Hawkins pad. 1939 Mfg. CONDITION: receiver retains 97% original blue showing light edge wear & sm. marks. Bbl. assembly retains 95% blue showing slide & edge wear. Bbl. is apparent replacement w/ a noticeable misalignment at headspace ring & extremely difficult takedown. Wood has original finish showing dents & handling marks w/ touch up around buttplate toe. (21-2165/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2087. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 762575. Bbl. 28” Proof Steel w/ added aftermarket solid rib. Fixed Mod. choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Mismatched bbl. assembly, extension is renumbered to match action. Factory beavertail checkered walnut forearm. Pistol grip Field stock w/ added plastic grip cap & target style checkering. Stock is shortened to LOP: 13 3/8” over an added Noshoc solid red pad. CONDITION: over 97% reblued finish w/ sm. spot of corrosion around breech end of rib. Wood has good refinish & freshened checkering. Very good bright bore. (21-2137/DS). CURIO. $600-900.
2088. WINCHESTER 101 PIGEON GRADE TRAP O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# PK197487. Bbl. 32” VR w/ white target front sight & white mid bead. Fixed IMP-MOD & Full chokes. Bright finish action w/ scroll ornamentation w/ pigeon engraved floorplate. SST, selective ejectors, forearm & uncapped pistol grip Monte Carlo trap dimension stock & has cut checkering. LOP: 14 3/8” over original Winchester black ventilated pad. Mfg. 1974-1977. CONDITION: near excellent, over 98% wood & metal finish. Very good bright bores. (21-4467/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2089. WINCHESTER MODEL 101 SELECT O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 13AMN01034. Bbls. 26” w/ narrow 1/4” VR & brass bead. Fitted w/ Invector Plus chokes including IC, mod & full tubes. Blue finished boxlock action w/ scroll engraving. SST. Selective ejectors. Forearm & steel capped pistol grip stock of gloss finished walnut w/ cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over a White Line pad. Mfg. by FN in Belgium. Introduced in 2007. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: foam lined red box w/ matching label. Box contains owner’s manual, safety brochure, NRA pamphlet, registration card, chamber locks, spare choke tube & wrench. CONDITION: near new in box. (21-4293/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,400. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2090. WINCHESTER 42 HIGH GRADE LIMITED EDITION PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 Ga., 3”. S# WFT022. Bbl. 26” w/ rnd. post vent rib, fixed full choke & white target front sight. Sides of action have full coverage scroll ornamentation w/ gold line borders, gold finished trigger. Beavertail forearm w/ capped pistol grip stock w/ original buttplate of satin finished grade V-VI fancy walnut. Double diamond deluxe style cut checkering. Limited edition of 1000 mfg. by Miroku 1993-95. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: nylon covered luggage case w/ red felt fitted interior & Winchester model 42 paper label. Case contains instruction manual, original hang tag, & red & yellow model 42 reprint hang tag. Original red two piece box w/ matching label. CONDITION: near excellent. Mag. tube shows some wear from slide operation. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-947/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.
2091. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 LIMITED EDITION GRADE IV PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# WMT0022. Bbl. 26” w/ rnd. post vent rib, fixed improved cyl. choke & white target front sight. Action has game scenes w/ gold plated figures. Right side scene features 2 flying & 2 sitting malards, left scene features 2 pointers. Scenes are surrounded by gold plated borders & highlights of vine type scroll engraving. Beavertail forend & steel capped pistol grip stock w/ Winchester buttplate of satin finished fancy walnut w/ cut checkering. Limited edition of 1000 mfg. by Miroku 1993-95. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gold nylon covered case w/ red felt fitted interior having added paper model 12 label. Case contains a Winchester yellow hang tang & repro. of model 12 instruction manual. CONDITION: appears unfired, retaining over 98% wood & metal finish. Mag. tube shows light slide wear & takedown scratches. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-948/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000. 2092. WINCHESTER MODEL 101 “GRAND EUROPEAN XTR” O/U DOUBLE RIFLE. Cal. 93x64R S# DRN00788E. Made only for a couple years, this scarce rifle has 23” monobloc bbls. fitted w/ quarter rib holding flip up rear sight & ERA QD scope bases. Top of rib is engraved “Grande European”. Winchester info is on left side of top bbl. Right side is stamped “MADE IN JAPAN”. Brass bead front sight is in tall ramp base. Coin finished 101 type O/U action w/ single non selective trigger is engraved w/ near full coverage open shaded scroll within vine borders. This scroll outlines game scenes in ovate vignettes w/ running boar on left & portrait of a stag on right. A bighorn ram is on trigger plate. Bottom of action has “Grande European” in relief. Nicely crotch figured American walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock w/ Monte Carlo comb measures 13 5/8” over brown open sided Winchester pad. Stock features swept right hand cheekpiece & point pattern checkering at grip. A sling eye is on toeline matching that soldered to bottom bbl. Matching one piece forend has modified Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: DAH: 2 11/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. Rear Monte Carlo: 1 5/8”. LOP: 13 5/8”. CAST: approx. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is accompanied by Nykon 3-9x scope w/ post & cross hair ranging reticle in ERA rings. Rifle is housed in green canvas leather trimmed Winchester case lined in odie velvet which contains 2 keys. CONDITION: very fine w/ evidence of very light field use w/ a few scattered handling & assembly marks in all factory finishes. Light freckling on trigger guard bow. Bores bright & shiny. Action is tight. Scope is very fine, optically clear. (22-1996/MGM). MODERN. $2,500-4,000. 43
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2093. RIFLE & MEMORABILIA OF HERB PARSONS, WINCHESTER REP & “SHOWMAN SHOOTER”. Beginning in 1930 until his untimely death in 1959, Herbert Parsons of Summerville, Tennessee, worked for Winchester as a manufacturer’s rep & exhibition shooter. During this time, Herb travelled the country, thrilling audiences with his amazing marksmanship. During his one hour programs, Herb fired 700 rds. demonstrating the quality & reliability of several models of Winchester rifles & shotguns. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a unique grouping of Herb Parson’s memorabilia. “Western Winchester Guns and Ammunition” is the red felt headline sewn to his blue canvas table cover along w/ yellow felt lettering “Herb Parsons / Shooting”. This one of a kind table cover is in very good condition, retaining vivid colors. Promotional items in this grouping include a framed 24” x 18” poster w/ Herb holding a model 12, standing behind a table full of Winchester firearms, is titled “The Showman Shooter / Herb Parsons World Renowned & Courtesy of Winchester Western”. Bottom of poster has spaces for date, place & time. A second framed poster, 19” x 10”, shows Herb wearing his shooting jacket & hat in a seated pose w/ a Winchester 64 Deluxe which may well be the rifle included in this lot. A four page foldout picturing Herb shooting several firearms & proclaiming him to be “Champ of the stunt shooters”. Two smaller brochures promoting his sensational shooting abilities are also included. Eleven black & white photos show Herb w/ various Winchester guns & vehicles as well as celebrities including Jimmy Stewart. Other items include Winchester stationery, business card, & a 1958 Christmas card picturing Herb with a model 42 & his two young sons. A letter on Winchester Western letterhead dated Dec. 10, 2005 & signed by Herbert Lynn Parsons is thanking Anthony S. Sapienza for purchasing his father’s model 64 Winchester rifle, S# 1117903. The letter goes on to state “I am especially pleased because of the desire you expressed to me of having your collection in a museum at some point in the future. This is the only firearm from the estate of Herb Parsons which has been sold publicly....Most of his other firearms are in museums around the country. / I am sending along several other items which you requested as part of the acquisition. The photo copies are some of his best and are self-explanatory, as are the stationery and business cards. The Christmas card is an original from 1958.” Also included is a copy of the book “Showman Shooter: The Life and Times of Herb Parsons” by H. Lynn Parsons, M. D. & Jerry M. Parsons, Ph. D. Herb’s M64 rifle is: Cal. 30 WCF. S# 1117903. Bbl. 24” tapered rnd. w/ ramp mounted bead front sight & sporting rear sight. Two third’s length mag. Blue finish. Trim beavertail walnut forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock w/ hand checkering, super grade swivel bases & checkered steel buttplate. Mfg. 1939. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain 75% lightly faded blue showing scattered spots of blue loss, scratches & light pitting. Wood has worn original finish & checkering showing spots of finish wear w/ numerous sm. dents, scratches & marks. Bright bore retains strong rifling. (02-16670 & 22-1430/DS). CURIO. $5,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2094. KRIEGHOFF K80 PARCOURS SPECIAL O/U COMPETITION SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 76mm. S# 23637. Action features Parcours special engraving. Right side vignette features 3 Canadian geese. Left side vignette features an eagle and jumping trout. Vignettes and borders of frame have highlights of foliate scroll engraving that extends to triggerguard bow, forearm iron, locking hood, and top lever. Locking hood has gold plated breaking target. SST, selective ejectors. Set includes 3 barrels and Kolar Arms 20 ga., 28 ga. and 410 subgauge skeet tubes. Barrels consist of one 28” standard weight (4 lbs, 2.6 oz.), 28” light contour (3 lbs, 5.8 oz.) and 30” light contour (3 lbs, 8.4 oz.). All barrel sets have vent rib, separated barrels, porting and interchangeable chokes, white target front sights and steel mid beads. A set of thirteen choke tubes are included. Schnable tipped forearm and pistol grip palm swell stock of gloss finished nicely grained walnut. Point pattern hand checkering. Stock has a Master Shock G2 recoil reduction unit with vinyl covered adjustable comb. LOP: 14 7/16” over solid black Kick-Eez pad. Weight with 30” barrels, 8 lbs., 13.8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Rhino aluminum case with blue plush fitted interior. Case contains extra barrels, tube set, choke tubes, and tools. CONDITION: action retains over 98% finish. All three barrel sets have over 98% finish, some bores show light plastic fouling. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches and marks. Top lever sits nicely to the right of center. (22-1201/DS). MODERN. $14,000-18,000. 45
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2095. KRIEGHOFF K-20 SKEET 2 GA. SET O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 76mm & 28 Ga. 76mm. S# 010651. Both bbl. sets 28” w/ ventilated rib, open side ribs, white target front sight & steel mid beads. Both are fitted w/ interchangeable chokes. Each have a set of 5 chokes including two skeet, one IC, one M & one IM. Satin nickel finished boxlock action w/ classic scroll engraving. Features include single selective trigger, selective ejectors & sliding hood top locking. Schnable tipped forend & palm swell pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of fancy thin shell walnut w/ hand checkering & gloss finish. LOP: 14 5/16” over solid black pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAMC: 2 1/8”. DAH: 2 3/4”. Stock has approx. 1/4” cast off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 15 oz. w/ 20 ga. bbls. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: maker’s fitted aluminium case containing spare chokes & wrench, instruction manual & registration pamphlets, gun glide, gun oil, stock wrench, case instructions & keys. CONDITION: as new in case. (22-988/DS). MODERN. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2096. LITTLE USED PERAZZI MX2000 DOUBLES TRAP GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 138347 (MX2000/3). The 30” monobloc bbls. are fitted with high adjustable ventilated top rib and ventilated side ribs. Left ejector housing is marked “Perazzi BRESCIA Made in Italy”. Bbl. flats are stamped with 2007 Italian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Black, low profile O/U action has removable selective single trigger group with coil springs. Action is engraved with well cut scroll outlining “Perazzi MX2000” in gold at center of unique strap work and rose blossom device on each side. Bottom of action is engraved with oval of the same style. Very nicely tiger striped and well streaked European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over black pad. Stock is fitted with adjustable comb. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece Schnabeled ejector forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: T: .724”, B: .726”. Restrictions: T: .036” (FULL), B: .038” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: T: .033”, B: .032”. STOCK: DAH: adjustable. DAC: adjustable. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black ABS Perazzi embossed case lined in black velvet contains instruction booklet, Perazzi patches, stock adjustment and removal tools and bags for bbls. and action. CONDITION: close to “as new” with only few faint firing halos on breech face and only one or two handling and assembly marks in all factory finishes. Bright and shiny bores. Mechanically crisp. (22-990/MGM). MODERN. $8,000-12,000. 47
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2097. PERAZZI MX8 ENGRAVED O/U TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 33553. Bbls. shortened to 30” w/ vent rib. Aftermarket Briley interchangeable choke tubes including FULL, MOD, LT MOD, IC, SKEET 2 & SKEET 1. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Boxlock action w/ removeable trigger group having V-type springs & rolled right edge on trigger guard. Selective ejectors. Coin finished action has full coverage unsigned aftermarket engraving. Right side scene features 2 pointing dogs w/ flying partridge. Left scene features 3 pointing dogs w/ 2 flushing partridge. Floor plate shows 2 flying geese in a marsh scene. Scenes are surrounded by deep relief vine-type foliate scroll & finely shaded backgrounds. Engraving extends to trigger plate, trigger guard bow, top lever, safety button, forearm iron & forearm takedown latch. Forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of fancy European walnut have gloss finish & fine borderless handcut checkering. DAC: 1 7/16”. DAMC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 1 5/8”. Stock has approx. 1/4” cast off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: vinyl covered Perazzi case w/ red cloth fitted interior. Case contains spare chokes & case keys. CONDITION: 97% bbl. blue showing light edge wear. Action has very good coin finish. Trigger guard, top lever & forearm metal have very good reblued finish. Very good wood finish shows scattered light marks. Sound action. Bright, near excellent bores. (22-1026/DS). MODERN. $5,000-8,000.
2098. PERAZZI MIRAGE SPORTING CLAYS GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 66228. The mirage was the updated version of the MX8 & was discontinued in 1998. This gun has 29 1/2” ported bbls. fitted w/ ventilated rib & ventilated side ribs. Bbls. fitted w/ interchangeable choke tubes. Perazzi information is on right & left side of top bbl. & was imported by Perazzi USA of Rome, New York. Bottom of monobloc stamped w/ 1985 Italian nitro proofs. Monobloc stamped w/ serial number “65763”, not matching action. Blued low profile Perazzi style O/U action has removable trigger/firing group fitted w/ “V” springs. Action is nicely filed & has line border engraving. “Perazzi Mirage” is in gold on each side. Striking, wonderfully marbled European walnut, extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over black “Kickeez” pad. Well cut point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching schnabeled sporting clays type forend has Deely type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1 5/8”. DAC: 1 3/8+”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 3 choke tubes in plastic case ( 2 in gun for a total of 5) as well as ABS Perazzi embossed case lined in blue velvet. CONDITION: very fine w/ evidence of moderate use. Bbls. & action exhibit some high edgewear. Stocks have a good scattering of medium to light marks. Checkering w/ only very light wear. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (21-4014/MGM). MODERN. $4,000-5,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2099. MERKEL 303E O/U SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 79220. The 29 1/2” demi bloc bbls. are fitted with narrow matted ventilated rib. Maker’s name and address are on left ejector housing. Bottom bbl. is stamped with East German nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers with proof date of 6/71. Coin finished sidelock double Kersten O/U action features non automatic safety, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and single selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with well cut and attractive large open shaded scroll within geometric borders. Suhl blacksmith logo is on trigger plate. Blued top lever and trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll. Capped pistol grip buttstock of well marbled and figured European walnut, measures 14 1/4” over Silver type pad. Stock features right hand shadowline cheekpiece and closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip. Matching, long, three piece ejector forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: T: .721”, B: .721” . Restrictions: T: .035” (FULL), B: 025” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: T: .036” , B: .039”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 3 oz. CONDITION: good to very good showing considerable use and wear. Bbls. retaining most of their original blue considerably thinned with scattered freckling at front. Action retains most original coin finish maintained to bright at wear points. Stocks retain most of an oil refinish with light sanding marks evident and a few subsequent marks. Checkering considerably worn especially on forend. Bores are good, shiny, with considerable frosting bordering on light pitting in both bbls. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Triggers appear to work well. (22-1016/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-6,000. 49
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2100. VERY FINE & NEAR MINT MERKEL MODEL 203E 12 GAUGE WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 64521. Bbls. 27 1/2”. Made in 1966 w/ solid matted top rib w/ brass mid & white front bead on bbls. Bbls. are lightly engraved toward breech end & marked on left side “GEBRUDER MERKEL SUHL”. Bottom of bbls. w/ proof marks, SN, DOM & marked “BOEHLER STAHL”. 3 Piece point pattern checkered splinter forearm w/ engraved Deeley latch release. French gray action w/ S# & proof marks on flat & sm. import mark on interior. Side locks are nicely near full coverage scroll engraved as is bottom of frame & marked “SUHL” on trigger plate. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front articulated), automatic ejectors, non auto safety & hand detachable side locks. Gun has single lug under bite & crossbolt. Engraved & blued top lever & safety slide w/ engraved “S” on tang. Trigger guard w/ scroll bursts on bow & light scroll towards pointed tang. Point pattern checkered rnd. knob gripped buttstock w/ finely finished comb, terminates w/ a thin light brown pad. DAC: 1 1/2” . DAH: 2”. LOP: 15”. Top: Bore diameter: .729”. Restriction: .057 (XX Full). Minimum wall thickness: .033”. Bottom: Bore diameter: 730”. Restriction: .018” (Mod.), Minimum wall thickness: .029”. Weight: 6 lbs., 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in its original Emmebi green canvas & brown leather appointed case w/ leather maker’s label on top & keys enclosed. CONDITION: extremely fine & near mint appears factory test fired only & retains virtually all of its original finish to both wood & metal surfaces w/ only very minor handling marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight. Case is excellent w/ only very minor wear as is outer cover. (22-1182/JSL). CURIO. $5,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2101. J.P. SAUER MODEL 3000 BLITZ ACTION DRILLING. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” X 12 Ga., 2 3/4” over 30-06. S# F1409. 23 5/8” Bbl. set fitted w/ narrow flat matted rib holding pop up U notch rear & silver bead front sights. Tops of bbls. marked w/ steel type, Sauer name & address, cals. & “MADE IN WESTERN GERMANY”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ West German 1967 nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers & marked for half & full choke. All bbls. stamped “NITRO PROVED” Sling loop soldered to bottom bbl. Coin finished dbl. arch backed blitz action features Greener type side safety, rifle selector on top tang, pin cocking indicators, cross bolt 3rd fastener, side clips & dbl. triggers (front set). Action engraved w/ sprays of lg. simple scroll w/ in line & geometric borders. Trigger plate marked “ORIGINAL” “SAUER” above & below caveman logo which is above Colt / Sauer logo. Blued top lever & trigger guard also have some sprays of scroll. Hard rubber capped pistol grip buttstock of very lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over Sauer embossed composition buttplate & features hog back comb, shadowline right hand cheekpiece, & skipline point pattern checkering at grip. Sling loop installed on toeline. Matching beavertail forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: - .721”, left: - .724”. Choke restriction: right: - .027”, left: - .040” (extra full). Minimum wall Thickness: right: - .042”, left: - .035”. STOCK: DAH: 3 1/16”. Drop at rear of hogback: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 13/16”. CAST: 0. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retain nearly all their original blue w/ a few light scratches; action w/ nearly all of its coin finish w/ some darkening & staining; mostly on right side. Stocks show a fair number of scratches & light minor marks in original finish. Checkering shows little wear. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically fine. (21-4575/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-3,500. 51
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2102. EXCITING TRUE PAIR OF AYA MODEL NO. 1 12 BORE GAME GUNS WITH CASE. 1) Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 573416. Bbls. 28”. Mfg. 1982 w/ plain concave rib that has sm. steel front bead, marked “AYA-AGUIRRE & ARANZABAL-MADE IN SPAIN” w/ gold inlaid “1” in scroll near breech end. Chopper lump bbls. w/ polished flats have proof info & S#. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern w/ blued engraved irons has Anson type push button release. Full sidelock coin finished action w/ hand detachable locks is nicely engraved in full rose & scroll pattern throughout w/ beaded fences & rose bouquets on bbl. bolsters. Bottom of action w/ engraved beads & rose & scroll pattern w/ maker’s name at front. Blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “1” is nicely floral & scroll engraved & top tang w/ scroll coverage & gold inlaid “SAFE” in front of safety slide. Rolled edge blued trigger guard w/ scroll on bow & tang w/ S# at center. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated), automatic ejectors, automatic safety & hand detachable locks. Straight grip buttstock w/ tear drops behind locks is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has sm. engraved oval near the toe having initials “JLR” & terminates w/ a skipline checkered butt. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 14 5/8”. Right: Bore diameter: .734. Restriction: .008. (Imp. Cyl). Minimum wall thickness: .024. Left: Bore diameter: .734. Restriction: .026 (mod.) Minimum wall thickness: .020. Weight: 6 lbs 13 oz. CONDITION: excellent as very lightly field used. Bbls. retain nearly all of their original factory blue. Stocks are sound, checkering is crisp w/ only minor handling marks & retain nearly all of their original finish. Coin finished action is excellent. Bores are mostly bright & shiny w/ a hint of orange peel ahead of right chamber, otherwise excellent. Mechanics are crisp. (22-1132/JL). 2) Cal. 12 Ga., 3/4”. S# 573417 Bbls. 28”. Mfg. 1982 w/ plain concave rib that has sm. steel front bead, marked “AYA-AGUIRRE & ARANZABAL-MADE IN SPAIN” w/ gold inlaid “2” in scroll near breech end. Chopper lump bbls. w/ polished flats have proof info & S#. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern w/ blued engraved irons has Anson type push button release. Full sidelock coin finished action w/ hand detachable locks is nicely engraved in full rose & scroll pattern throughout w/ beaded fences & rose bouquets on bbl. bolsters. Bottom of action w/ engraved beads & rose & scroll pattern w/ maker’s name at front. Blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “2” is nicely floral & scroll engraved & top tang w/ scroll coverage & gold inlaid “SAFE” in front of safety slide. Rolled edge blued trigger guard w/ scroll on bow & tang w/ S# at center. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated), automatic ejectors, automatic safety & hand detachable locks. Straight grip buttstock w/ tear drops behind locks is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has sm. engraved oval near the toe having initials “JLR” & terminates w/ a skipline checkered butt. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 14 5/8”. Right: Bore diameter: .734. Restriction: .014 Imp Cyl). Minimum wall thickness: .022. Left: Bore diameter: .736. Restriction: .030 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: .018. Weight: 6 lbs 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pair housed in their original light brown oak & leather case w/ brass furniture & red felt interior. CONDITION: excellent as very lightly field used. Bbls. retain nearly all of their original factory blue. Stocks are sound, checkering is crisp w/ only minor handling marks & retain nearly all of their original finish. Coin finished action is excellent. Bores bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Case is very good to excellent w/ minor rubs. (22-1133/JL). MODERN. $7,500-11,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2103. BEAUTIFUL AYA NO. 1 DELUXE 20 GAUGE GAME GUN. S# 256-98. Bbls. 27” w/ 2 3/4” chambers. Made in 1998, this fine lightweight sm. bore made w/ chopper lump bbls. which have plain concave top rib & steel front bead w/ makers name & flourish of floral scroll & light band toward breech end. Splinter forend is checkered in point pattern w/ Anson type push button release & has relief floral engraved iron. Insides are case hardened. Bbl. flats w/ proof marks, water table w/ sm. import mark. Gun made w/ single non selective trigger, auto ejectors, automatic safety, hand detachable locks, assisted opening system. The full sidelock action is full coverage engraved in floral scroll w/ gold line cocking indicators & bottom of frame engraved in panel “NO. 1 DE LUXE”. Beaded fences are fully engraved as is top lever & top tang w/ gold inlaid “Safe” in front of fully engraved safety button. Fabulously figured Circassian walnut buttstock w/ carved teardrop behind action has straight English grip, is checkered in two point pattern through the wrist w/ unengraved gold oval near the toe & terminates w/ a checkered butt. Long tang trigger guard w/ Arabesque scroll on bow & tang which is also gold inlaid w/ SN “256”. Measurements: Right: .672”, choke: .007”. Left: .672”, choke: .018”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. LOP: 15”. Weight: 6 lbs., 6 oz. CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used. Bbls. retain more than 97% of their original blue. French grayed action is excellent. Stocks are excellent & retain more than 95% of their original finish w/ beginning thinning at grip area, scattered very light handling marks & a beginning grain separation at back of top tang. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. Gun is tight & shows just some limited field use. (22-1136/JSL). MODERN. $7,000-11,000. 53
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2104. FINE AYA AUGUSTA MODEL 12 BORE O/U SIDELOCK GAME GUN 2 BARREL SET WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 561956. Built in 1980. This fine 2 bbl. set built w/ low profile ventilated top ribs. Both bbls. w/ white front beads & gold inlaid “1” & “2” towards breech ends. Breech ends w/ scroll wedges & full scroll engraved bbl. lumps. Bottom of bbl. w/ SN & proof marks. 3 Piece forearm w/ fully scroll engraved blued irons is checkered in 3 point pattern w/ Anson type push button release & finely polished interior w/ engraved screw head & SN. Gun made w/ single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. The full sidelock action w/ key lock is fully engraved in deep relief scroll throughout w/ gold cocking indicators & makers name “AYA - AGUIRRE Y ARANZABAL - EIBAR” in banner on bottom. Bbl. flats w/ SN on left. Proof marks on right & very sm. import mark on interior of left. Interior of locks are nicely polished w/ gold washed internals. Top of action is beaded w/ full scroll relief pattern & relief scroll extends onto the blued top lever. Top tang w/ light wave scroll, gold inlaid “S” in front of fully engraved blued safety slide. Blued trigger guard w/ relief scroll on bow & at tang. Flat knob pistol grip buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist w/ beautifully carved ellipse behind grip & terminates w/ a Pachmayr white lined waffle pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14 1/2”. Bbl. set 1: 27 5/8”. Bottom:Bore diameter: .726. Restriction: .025. Minimum wall thickness: .030. Top. Bore diameter: .729 Restriction: .046. Minimum wall thickness: .025. Weight: 8 lbs 2 oz w/ set 1. Bbl. set 2 30”. Bottom: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .040. Minimum wall thickness: .020. Top: Bore diameter: .728. Restriction: .055 (extra full). Minimum wall thickness: .032. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in an older full oak & leather case which has been repurposed for this fine gun. Top of case has partially obliterated former owners name on top. Case exterior is dark brown leather w/ brass fixtures & reinforced corners. Interior has been renewed w/ dark green felt & retrofitted for this gun & has two E.J. Churchill nickel plated snap caps & cleaning rods inside. A modern leatherette cover to protect the exterior. Exterior w/ numerous rub mark & soiling, structurally sound. Interior excellent as repurposed. Outer cover very good. CONDITION: extremely fine showing very limited use. Bbls. retain 98% plus of their original blue. The coin finished action is excellent. Engraving quite crisp & screws all as new. Stocks are near mint w/ only very minor handling marks though there is beginning evidence of a grain separation behind the right lock from continued wood drying, not use. Checkering is crisp. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works well. Bores are bright & shiny. Gun is tight & on face. These are beautiful high grade guns & this one particularly striking. (22-1130/JL). MODERN. $6,000-9,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2105. FINE TRUE PAIR OF AYA NO. 1 LIGHTWEIGHT GAME GUNS WITH CASE. 1) Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 145940. Made in 1961 w/ 27 1/2” bbls. that have concave tapered top rib w/ sm. steel front bead & rib legend “AYA - AGUIRRE & ARANZABAL - MADE IN SPAIN” w/ gold inlaid “1” & sm. burst of scroll at breech end. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction & polished flats have SN & proof marks. Splinter forend checkered in 3 point pattern w/ engraved diamond escutcheon at center w/ fully engraved rose & scroll blued irons. Tip w/ gold inlaid “1” & forend has Anson type push button release w/ blued internals & engraved screw. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers(front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non auto safety Hand detachable full sidelock action is beautifully engraved in near full coverage rose & scroll w/ gold inlaid cocking indicators. Bottom of action w/ rose & scroll & makers name in scroll framing. Rolled edge long tang trigger guard is scroll engraved on bow w/ SN at tang. Beaded fences are rose & scroll engraved as is top of action. Blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “1” & bursts of rose & scroll which extend to top tang w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of engraved & blued safety slide. Beautifully figured European walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ carved teardrops behind locks terminates w/ the original skip line checkered butt. Dimensions: right: .728”, choke: .016”(Light mod. This spot is just ahead of beginning of chokes & bbls. were obviously struck this way for these to be very lightweight game guns). Left: .728”, choke: .045”. Minimum wall thickness: right: .026”, left: .019”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. LOP: 14 5/8”. 6 lbs., 11 oz. CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used. Bbls. retain nearly all of their original finish. Ribs ring well. Forearm is excellent & checkering is fine. There is a tiny beginning grain separation near forearm iron ending at checkering point. Coin finished action is excellent & engraving is nice & crisp. Buttstock is sound & retains nearly all of its original finish w/ only minor handling marks. There is a sm. knot in the wood at bottom of right lock which is sound & stable. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. Gun is tight & on face. There is a sm. repaired knot hole towards toe which may have been a sling swivel. (22-1134/JSL). 2) Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 145941. Made in 1961 w/ 27 1/2” bbls. that have concave tapered top rib w/ sm. steel front bead & rib legend “AYA - AGUIRRE & ARANZABAL - MADE IN SPAIN” w/ gold inlaid “2” & sm. burst of scroll at breech end. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction & polished flats have SN & proof marks. Splinter forend checkered in 3 point pattern w/ engraved diamond escutcheon at center w/ fully engraved rose & scroll blued irons. Tip w/ gold inlaid “2” & forend has Anson type push button release w/ blued internals & engraved screw. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers(front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non auto safety. Hand detachable full sidelock action is beautifully engraved in near full coverage rose & scroll w/ gold inlaid cocking indicators. Bottom of action w/ rose & scroll & makers name in scroll framing. Rolled edge long tang trigger guard is scroll engraved on bow w/ SN at tang. Beaded fences are rose & scroll engraved as is top of action. Blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “2” & bursts of rose & scroll which extend to top tang w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of engraved & blued safety slide. Beautifully figured European walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ carved teardrops behind locks terminates w/ a very thin modern red pad. Both guns w/ polished water table w/ SN, proof marks, & sm. import mark. Breech faces w/ bushed strikers. Dimensions: right: .731”, choke: .016”(this spot is just ahead of beginning of chokes & bbls. were obviously struck this way for these to be very lightweight game guns). Left: .729”, choke: .039”(full). Minimum wall thickness: .017”, right: .023”. LOP: 14 7/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. Weight: 6 lbs., 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in what appears to be its original brown leather 2 gun trunk motor case, initials “E.J.W” on top. Green felt interior & has brass fixtures. Keys are inside of case. Leather makers trade label on top of inside. Case exterior is excellent w/ only a few minor rubs. Interior very good w/ some losses to felt & minor staining. CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used. Bbls. retain nearly all of their factory original blue. Forearm checkering is crisp & wood is sound w/ some finish added for preservation. Action is fine & retains most of its bright coin finish w/ some light cleaning. Buttstock is sound & retains nearly all of its original finish w/ scattered minor handling marks. Right bore w/ a few scattered pits. Left bore mostly bright & shiny w/ some minor patches of pitting. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight & on face w/ lever well right of center. Both guns w/ matching highly figured European walnut stocks which are very beautiful, obviously made as a lightweight true pair of game guns. The bbls. never having been touched still in proof. A dynamic pair of 12 bores that should last many lifetimes. (22-1135/JSL). BOTH CURIO. $6,000-9,000 for pair. 55
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2106. AYA NO. 2 SIDELOCK MATCHED PAIR SXS SHOTGUNS. BOTH: cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. Mfg. 2001. Coin finished, hand detachable sidelock actions. Features include selective ejectors, cocking indicators, bushed firing pins & dbl. triggers. Front trigger is hinged. Trigger guards have rolled right edges. Receiver & locks have full coverage Arabesque scroll, machine engraving that extends to top lever & trigger guard bow. Trim beavertail forends & rnd. knob pistol grip stocks w/ teardrop points having German silver nameplates in toeline. Stocks & forearms have hand checkering & satin finish. LOP: 14 1/8” to checkered butt. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 5/16”. Stocks have a slight cast off. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: injection molded two gun case w/ fitted cloth interior containing AYA warranty, proof certificates & case instructions. 1) S# 16-03-006-01. Bbls. 28” have concave rib w/ fixed IC & IM chokes & steel front bead. Top lever, forearm latch & rear of rib have gold “1” markings. CONDITION: near new, retaining virtually all wood & metal finish. Bright, near excellent bores. (22-987/DS). 2) S# 16-03-007-01. Bbls. 28” w/ fixed MOD & FULL chokes & steel front bead. Top lever, forearm latch & rear of concave rib have gold “2” markings. CONDITION: near new, retaining virtually all wood & metal finish. Bright, near excellent bores. (22-986/DS). BOTH MODERN. $6,000-9,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2107. STUNNING AND NEAR MINT AGUIRRE & ARRIZABAL (AyA) 12 BORE AUGUSTA MODEL 2 BARREL SET WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 420950. Made in 1980 w/ 2 sets of 27 1/2” bbls. that both have low profile matted ventilated top ribs w/ steel front beads & gold inlaid “1” & “2” on tops. Both bbl. sets w/ Arabasque scroll on breech ends & on lumps. Bottom of bbls. have proof marks & S#. Gun made w/ 3 piece forend which has fully engraved iron, is checkered in point pattern, has Anson type push button release & finely polished interior w/ engraved screws. Fabulously full coverage engraved sidelock action w/ key lock on left side plate. The entire action is beautifully engraved in relief Arabasque scroll, has gold line cocking indicators. Maker’s name in banner on bottom in between lugs. Interior of action w/ S#, proof marks & sm. import mark. Internals on side locks are finely polished & gold washed. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non auto safety, hand detachable key locks. The rolled edge trigger guard w/ fine deep relief floral scroll on bow & long tang. Nicely figured European walnut buttstock w/ English grip is checkered in point pattern through the wrist. Has sm. nickel oval near toe w/ initials “J.A.G.” & terminates w/ a thin red pad which is beginning to harden. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in light brown full leather maker’s case w/ brass furniture & brown leather outer cover. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 14 1/8”. BBL SET 1: Top: Bore diameter: .730. Restriction: .022. Minimum wall thickness: .032 Bottom: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .013. Minimum wall thickness: .036. BBL SET 2: Top: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .013. Minimum wall thickness: .031. Bottom: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .032. Minimum wall thickness: .026. Weight: 7 lbs 13 oz. CONDITION: extremely fine & near mint retaining nearly all original finish to wood & metal surfaces w/ only minor handling marks, high point edge wear & very minimal signs of use. Case is very good w/ scattered rubs, scrapes & beginning interior soiling. Top of case w/ name plate removed. Outer canvas cover is excellent. (22-1131/JL). MODERN. $5,500-9,000. 57
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2108. VERY PRETTY AYA MODEL 56 12 GAUGE 3 BARREL SET WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 2866. Mfg. 1945. 3 Bbl. set. Each set has slightly raised matted flat tapered top rib w/ sm. white front bead & is engraved w/ burst of scroll & gold inlaid Roman numerals toward breech. Tops of bbls., engraved “FCA AGUIRRE Y ARRANZABAL EIBAR” on right tube & “CANONES BOEHLER ANTINIT” on left. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction & blued flats have proof marks & S# w/ self opener system on bottom. Slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern w/ diamond in center has engraved irons w/ Anson type push button release. Full sidelock action w/ keyed hand detachable case hardened locks have gold washed pins & is near full coverage engraved in beautiful English best rose & scroll pattern throughout. Bottom of action w/ maker’s name in scroll border, & floral & scroll patterns. Bbl. bolsters are beaded, have side clips & are floral & scroll engraved. Blued top lever w/ floral pattern & top tang w/ scroll engraving & relief engraved “S” in front of safety. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated, automatic ejectors, self opener, hidden third fastener, non auto safety & hand detachable key lock side locks that have gold washed & polished internals. The long tang rolled edge blued trigger guard w/ near full coverage scroll engraving & has S# at tang. Straight grip walnut butt w/ carved tear drops behind locks is checkered in 3 point pattern through the wrist & terminates w/ a thin black ventilated pad. Water table w/ proof marks, S# & sm. import mark. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 1 7/8”. LOP: 14 1/4” over pad. BBL. SET 1: 25 11/16” (70 cm). Right: Bore diameter: .739. Restriction: .030 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: Left: Bore diameter: .019 .741. Restriction: .004 (imp). Minimum wall thickness: .023. Weight: 7 lbs 7 oz. BBL. SET 2: 28 3/4” (73cm). Right: Bore diameter: .739. Restriction: .030. Minimum wall thickness: .018. Left: Bore diameter: .739. Restriction: .046. Minimum wall thickness: .014. BBL. SET 3: 28 3/4” (73 cm). Right: Bore diameter: .730. Restriction: .033 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: .021. Left: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .043 (full plus). Minimum wall thickness: .020. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in what appears to be it original brown leather 3 bbl. set case w/ red felt interior & has maker’s trade label on top. Case has cleaning rods, bore brush & mop. Light brown leather outer cover. Case is in good condition w/ leather beginning to dry & crackle at hinge & has numerous scattered light impressions having protected this gun in nice condition for it lifetime. Interior shows some soiling, but overall mostly intact. CONDITION: excellent as field used & partially restored. Bbl. sets 1 & 3 retain approx 95% of an older restored blue finish w/ fine & legible bbl. legends w/ engraving on tops still crisp & sm. losses & light pitting patches at forearm contact point on bbl. set 3. Bbl. set 2 w/ restored blue & engraving thinned. There are patches of oxidation on forearm contact points on sides of tubes & toward muzzle on left tube. There is also an older repaired dent approx. 4” back from muzzle on left side of left tube. Sideplates retain approx 80% of their original case color. Bottom of action toned mostly gray. Engraving still fine & crisp. Triggerguard retains nearly all an older restored finish w/ no loss to engraving. Top lever w/ older reblue. Engraving lightly thinned & top tang w/ engraving thinned in front of safety. Buttstock appears to be an extremely well done early replacement & is sound w/ only minor handling marks & checkering is crisp. Forend in need of minor attention as it will not latch totally securely. Gun is tight & on face. Assisted opener works well. Ejectors kick w/ authority. Bores are bright & shiny. (22-1129/JL). CURIO. $4,000-6,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2110. VERY INTERESTING MERKEL ACTIONED AYA 12 GAUGE O/U SHOTGUN. S# 14900. Bbls. 29 3/4” w/ 2 3/4” chambers. Made in 1947. A very interesting gun made by Aguirre & Aranzabal which looks exactly like a Merkel scallop actioned boxlock. This gun made w/ matted solid rib w/ steel mid & front beads. Makers name on left side & engraved “CANONES DEMI-BLOCK” / “BELLOTA”. Made w/ point pattern three piece recheckered forearm w/ engraved Deeley latch release. The Demi-Block bbls. w/ proof marks on bottom & sling swivel towards midpoint. The reinforced dbl. underbite lug action w/ crossbolt locking mechanism. Case hardened scalloped boxlock action is lightly scroll engraved & about 70% coverage. Top lever is blued & scroll engraved & top tang w/ light scroll, w/ “S” engraved in front of safety button. Buttstock w/ teardrops carved behind action is checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ sling swivel near toe, comb modified for trap dimensions w/ sm. Monte Carlo & terminates w/ an aging red waffle pad. Long tang trigger guard w/ sm. rolled edge is lightly scroll engraved on bow & tang w/ SN at center. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated). Automatic ejectors. Automatic safety. Measurements: Top: .725”, choke: .042”(full). Bottom: .729”, choke: .010”(IC). Minimum wall thickness: Top: .030”, bottom: .032”. DAC: 1 1/2”. Drop at front of Monte Carlo. 1 1/2”. Drop at back of Monte Carlo: 2”. LOP: 14 3/8”. Weight: 7 lbs., 12 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retain more than 95% of an older restored finish w/ an area or two of cold blue touchup towards the muzzle. Receiver retains perhaps as much as 40% original case color. There are a couple of replaced action screws on the right side which are not engraved to match. Forend is mostly sound w/ a beginning grain separation at muzzle end & retains most of an older restored finish never having been sanded or taken down in any way. Buttstock w/ new comb as noted above retains most of an older custom finish w/ subsequent handling marks & minor impressions. Pad is starting to crystallize. Bores are mostly bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. (22-1182/JSL). CURIO. $2,500-4,000. 59
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2109. VERY FINE HIGH QUALITY F. ARIZAGA OF EIBAR, SPAIN COLIBRI MODEL 12 BORE GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# 10006. Bbls. 27 1/4”. Made w/ thin matted concave top rib that has sm brass front bead. Rib legend “FABRICA DE HIJOS DE F. ARIZAGAEIBAR J925” in panel & engraved hummingbird in front of bbl. extension. Deep relief flowers carved at breech end. Blued bbl. flats w/ S# & proof marks. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ scroll engraved irons has Anson type push button release w/ French gray interior, engraved interior screw & S# stamped on inside of wood. Full sidelock action is beautifully engraved in near full coverage w/ relief game scene of dogs chasing wild boar on left surrounded by well executed floral scroll. Bottom of action w/ beautiful floral scroll throughout & framed relief portrait of 2 setters in field. Right sidelock w/ dogs chasing a deer in relief panel surrounded by well executed floral & scroll engraving. Gold inlaid arrows on cocking indicators. Fences are beautifully relief carved duck & light scroll on top. Polished water table w/ S#, proof marks & stamped on both sides w/ flying hummingbird & “COLIBRI” & sm. import mark. Gun made w/ double locking under bite & Greener cross bolt action & has double triggers, extractor & auto safety. Top of action & top lever nicely scroll & floral engraved, top lever pierced w/ carved rabbit at thumb point & top tang is nicely scroll engraved “SEGURO” inlaid in gold in front of safety slide. Sling swivel in bottom rib & towards toe of stock. Buttstock w/ carved teardrops behind action checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ ribbon at center & has nickel oval near toe & terminates w/ a lined horn buttplate having engraved screws. Long tang triggerguard w/ pheasants & scroll on bow plus scroll & S# on tang. The uncheckered ribbon at grip is very tasteful & well done by an accomplished stock man at the factory. LOP 14 3/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 2 5/8”. Bore diameter: .735. Restriction: .041. Minimum wall thickness: .030. Left: Right: Bore diameter: .734. Restriction: .041. Minimum wall thickness: .035. Weight: 7 lbs 0 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retain approx. 85% of what appears to be their original blue w/ scattered sm. patches of loss on right bbl. ahead of forend on side. Forend w/ grain separation towards tip running into checkering which is thinning a touch at carry point. Action retains most of its original French gray finish w/ some minor light staining. Top lever retains some of its original blue as does trigger guard. Buttstock appears sound, original & retains approx. half of its original hand rubbed finish w/ checkering thinning & filling at grip & scattered sm. impressions & hunting bumps. Bores mostly bright & shiny w/ a patch or two of pitting ahead of chambers. Buttplate w/ minor worm holing. Gun is tight & on face. An interesting example of some of the top quality guns to come out of Spain during the 20th Century. (22-1157/JL). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2111. MODEL 37 SUPER, AYA O/U SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME SHOTGUN WITH MILLER TRIGGER. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 19824. The 27 3/4” demi bloc bbls. fitted with slightly raised matted ventilated rib, are engraved with maker’s name and address on top left, and steel type on right. Ejector swells are scroll engraved. Bottom bbl. is stamped with Spanish nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Coin finished, double Kersten, back spring sidelock action features safety blocked off to be inoperable, detachable locks with hidden pin in left lockplate, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, gold plated internals and Miller single selective trigger. (Internal inspection reveals that intercepting safety sears have been removed.) Action is engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut shaded scroll with rose blossom highlights. Lockplates are engraved with game scenes. A flock of ducks rise from a marsh on left lockplate, and a large group of pheasant are standing, feeding & flying in meadowlands on right. Maker’s name is on each side of action under reinforce and also on a banner on bottom, in front of trigger plate. Blued, single beaded trigger guard is engraved with matching scroll on bow and serial number on tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively flame figured and somewhat marbled European walnut measures 14 1/4” over red Old English pad. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip and the individual gold initials “JB” are on toe line. Matching 3 piece ejector forend has inlet horn tip and Deeley release. A social security number and “CO49” is electro pencil marked on engine turned iron. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: T: .032”, B: .732”. Restrictions: T: .025” (MOD), B: .008” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: T: .023”, B: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2-”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: very good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining most of what appears to be their original blue. Action and lockplates with bright coin finish. Engraving is sharp and clear. Top lever and trigger guard retain most of their original blue. Trigger guard considerably silvered on tang. Stock retain mostly of an old oil finish possibly original. Checkering is somewhat worn especially on forend. Pad is relatively new and not fitted very well. Bores are bright and shiny with some scattered light frosting. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong. Trigger works well. These late 40s, early 50s AYA shotguns are exceptionally well made and finished and are an incredible bargain in today’s market. (22-999/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.
2112. NICELY MADE D. GODOY 20 BORE FULL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 2303002100. Bbls. 28”. Made w/ thin concave rib that has sm. brown front bead & sm. burst of scroll at breech. Top of left tube engraved in sm. letters “ARMAS D. GODOY EIBAR”. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction w/ SN & proof marks on blued flats. Slim beavertail forend checkered in 3 point pattern w/ diamond & escutcheon at center has lightly engraved coin finished irons w/ Anson type push button release & coin finished interior. Full sidelock action w/ hand detachable locks is coin finished & nicely engraved in fine rose & scroll pattern which extends to bottom & through trigger plate. Interior of locks are finely polished. Coin finished trigger guard w/ scroll at bow & lightly engraved through long tang w/ SN at center. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers(front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non auto safety, hand detachable side locks. Polished water table w/ SN, proof marks, sm. import mark & breech face w/ bushed strikers. Straight grip walnut buttstock w/ teardrops carved behind locks is checkered in 2 point pattern, has sm. silver shield on toeline & terminates w/ a thin “Work Case” brand red pad. Measurements: Right: .620”, choke: .019”(mod.). Left: .620”, choke: .029”(full). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .028”, left: .028”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. LOP: 14 3/4”. Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in what appears to be its original oak & leather case w/ brass furniture & maker’s label on top & has a light brown leather outer cover. Cased w/ royal blue suede interior. Snap caps, brushes & cleaning rod inside. Case is excellent, sound w/ only minor rubs. Appears to be well taken care of. CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used. Bbls. retain about 95% of their original finish w/ thinning at grip area on both tubes. Forearm is sound & excellent. Checkering is crisp. Coin finished action is bright w/ only very minor staining. Buttstock is excellent, sound & retains nearly all of its original hand rubbed finish w/ only very minor handling marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight & on face. A nice dynamic sm. bore modern Spanish gun exhibiting high quality fit. (22-1139/JL). MODERN. $4,000-6,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 60
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2113. TRUE PAIR OF ARRIETA IMPERIAL MODEL 12 BORE GAME GUNS WITH CASE. 1) Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 19181. Bbls. 26”. First gun, #3 of a quartet, made w/ Churchill style rib which has sm. steel front bead. Wedges of floral engraving at breech, gold in laid “3” & engraved on top of right tube “FCA DE ARRIETA Y CO. ELGOIBAR”. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction w/ polished flats which have S# & proof marks. Self opener in front of forend loop. Case hardened sidelock action is near full coverage engraved in floral pattern w/ ribbons & maker’s name engraved on bottom ahead of trigger plate. Hand detachable sidelocks. Beaded fences w/ side clips and top of action are floral & scroll engraved. Water table w/ S#, proof marks & sm. import mark. Breech face w/ bushed strikers & hidden third fastener. Engraved & blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “3” at center. Engraved top tang w/ “S” in front of blued safety slide. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated, automatic ejectors, automatic safety & assisted opener. Rolled edge trigger guard is lightly scroll engraved at bow & long tang. Straight grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ carved tear drop behind sidelocks has sm. brass oval towards toe & terminates w/ lined red hard rubber buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. LOP: 15” cast off approx. 1/2”. Right: Bore diameter: .727. Restriction: cyl. Minimum wall thickness: .028. Left: Bore diameter: .727. Restriction: .018 Minimum wall thickness: .032. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: excellent as likely factory refurbished during their period of use retaining nearly all factory type finishes to both wood & metal. There is a light scratch on the left side of the forend & only minor handling marks noted elsewhere. There is a tiny grain separation at end of trigger guard bow on left side. Mechanics are fine. Gun is tight & on face. Bores are bright & shiny. (22-1118/JL). 2) Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# Bbls. 26”. Second gun, #4 of a quartet, made w/ Churchill style rib which has sm. steel front bead. Wedges of floral engraving at breech, gold in laid “4” & engraved on top of right tube “FCA DE ARRIETA Y CO. ELGOIBAR”. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction w/ polished flats which have S# & proof marks. Self opener in front of forend loop. Case hardened sidelock action is near full coverage engraved in floral pattern w/ ribbons & maker’s name engraved on bottom ahead of trigger plate. Hand detachable side locks. Beaded fences w/ side clips on top of action are floral & scroll engraved. Water table w/ S#, proof marks & sm. import mark. Breech face w/ bushed strikers & hidden third fastener. Engraved & blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “4” at center. Engraved top tang w/ “S” in front of blued safety slide. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated, automatic ejectors, automatic safety & assisted opener. Rolled edge trigger guard is lightly scroll engraved at bow & long tang. Straight grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ carved tear drop behind sidelocks has sm. brass oval towards toe & terminates w/ lined red hard rubber buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. LOP: 15”. Cast off approx 1/2”. Right: Bore diameter: .727. Restriction: .003. Minimum wall thickness: .028. Left: Bore diameter: .728. Restriction: .020. Minimum wall thickness: .030. Weight: 6 lbs 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in what appears to be their factory original brown leather case w/ brass furniture which has dark green felt interior & leather maker’s trade label on top. Light brown canvas outer cover w/ leather corners & brass buttons. CONDITION: excellent as likely factory refurbished during their period of use retaining nearly all factory type finishes to both wood & metal. Only minor handling marks noted on wood. Mechanics are fine. Gun is tight & on face. Bores are bright & shiny.(22-1119/JL). MODERN. $7,000-10,000. 61
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2114. EXHIBITION QUALITY FULL SIDELOCK ARRIETTA TWO BARREL SET MFG. 1979. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 27146. Bbls: Set 1: 27 7/8”. Set 2: 29 3/4”. Both sets have 2 3/4” chambers. This exact gun built by Arrieta in 1979 to be used for promotional purposes in their catalog & exhibits the highest degree of finish the company produced at that time. Both bbl. sets w/ raised matted ribs w/ sm. brass front beads& burst of scroll at breech ends w/ gold inlaid “1” & “2”. Top of left bbl. tube engraved “FCA DE ESCOPETAS ARRIETA ELGOIBAR(ESPANA)”. Sm. ring of engraving near breech. Bbls. of chopper lump construction w/ SN & proof markings on flats. Slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern w/ engraved iron & Anson type button release. Water table w/ SN & sm. import mark as well as makers proof. The coin finished action w/ beaded fences is full coverage engraved w/ very deep relief Goddess of the Hunt scene on left & Orion (male Greek God of the Hunt) on right. Bottom of action w/ lg. stag & two does in relief at front & floral scroll throughout & also has carved butterflies on bottom. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger is articulated), auto ejectors, easy opener, automatic safety. Blued top lever engraved as is top tang in floral scroll pattern w/ “ZIUR” in front of safety. Rolled edge long tang trigger guard engraved in scroll on bow & tang w/ SN at center. Straight grip buttstock w/ teardrops behind locks checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist & terminates w/ a thin White Line Pachmayr pad. Measurements: Bbl. set 1: Right: 727”, choke: .012(IC). Left: .728”, choke: .032”(Imp. mod.). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .028”, left .031”. Bbl. set 2: .Right: .727”, choke(.025”(mod.). Left: .727”, .048”(extra full). Minimum wall thickness: Left: .030”, right: .025”. LOP: 14 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/4”. DAH: 1 7/8”. Weight w/ bbl. set 1: 7 lbs., 1 oz. CONDITION: extremely fine & appears all original retaining nearly all original bbl. blue w/ both sets w/ only a few light handling marks. Stocks are sound w/ minor light impressions & some thinning in finish but retain more than 95% of the original hand rubbed finish. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its original blue. Coin finish on action is excellent w/ only beginning minor staining. Bores are brilliant & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors are in time. Gun is on face & shows very little use. In summary, just a beautiful best quality 20th century Spanish sidelock. (22-1120/JSL). MODERN. $4,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2115. 28 GAUGE ARRIETA ROUND BODY SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE TRIGGER GAME GUN RETAILED BY WINGSHOOTERS LTD. Cal. 28 Ga. 3”. S# 57-03-211-07. The 29” chopper lump bbls. fitted with narrow swamped thin game rib have maker’s name & address on top of right bbl. & importer’s information on top of left bbl. Bbl. flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs for 3” chambers. Casehardened action with Boss type rounded bar & slightly rounded sidelocks features automatic safety, bushed strikers, engraved line tumbler end cocking indicators & dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with full coverage well cut British style rose & scroll. Maker’s name & address are on bottom. Blued top lever & trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll. Last part of serial number is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively marbled & lightly fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 3/4” over checkered wood butt. Closely spaced checkering is at grip. Matching splinter Ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .549”, L: .550”. Restrictions: R: .005” (IC), L: .011” (LT. MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .037”, L: .039”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 0 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, showing evidence of very little use. Bbl. retaining over 95% original blue with some areas dulling & some light scratches. Action retains over 90% original casehardening color with light silvering & thinning mostly on bottom right side. Stocks retain nearly all their original finish with a few scattered scratches. Checkering is slightly worn. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanically fine. The Boss model Arrieta retails at approx. $10,000. (22-928/MGM). MODERN. $4,750-6,500. 63
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2116. HIGHLY FINISHED TRUE PAIR OF ARMAS BEREZI 12 GAUGE GAME GUNS WITH CASE. 1) Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. Bbls. 27 3/4”. S# 22-03-01-99 Made in 1999. A dynamic true pair offering. Gun no. 1 w/ matted flat top rib w/ white front bead, gold inlaid “1” & gold inlaid “ARMAS BEREZI EIBAR”. Sm. ring of engraving near breech end. Bbls. of chopper lump construction w/ S# & proof info on polished flats w/ self opening system ahead of forend latch. Slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern w/ floral & scroll engraved irons has Anson type pushbutton release w/ gold inlaid “1” towards tip. Full sidelock action w/ full coverage engraving. Lg. pheasants on left lock plate in farm & mountain scene. Bottom of action w/ lg. portrait of dog w/ fallen woodcock in his mouth & full coverage scroll engraving. Right lock plate w/ burst of quail in farm scene & engraver’s signature “Pedro Mari Arreitunandia” towards bottom. Gun made w/ double triggers (front articulated), auto ejectors, auto safety & self opening system. Bbl. bolsters w/ side clips are full coverage rose & scroll engraved as is top lever w/ gold inlaid “1” at center. Top tang in near full coverage scroll engraving w/ relief “S” in front of scroll engraved safety slide. Rolled edge trigger guard is full coverage engraved w/ rose & scroll pattern. Nicely figured perch belly walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern thought the wrist w/ sm. brass shield toward toe and terminates w/ a thin red “Old English” brand pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 14 1/2”. Right: Bore diameter: .726. Restriction: .017. Minimum wall thickness: .032. Left: Bore diameter: .726. Restriction: .033 Minimum wall thickness: .036. Weight: CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used. Bbls. retain nearly all of their original blue. Coin finished action is excellent. Forend w/ grain separation on right side toward front & minor loss toward tip, otherwise sound and excellent. Buttstock is sound w/ most of its original finish, though there are a number of light scratches on left side towards butt which should steam out. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight & on face. (22-1155/JL). 2) Cal. 12 Ga, 3”. S# 22-03-02-99 Bbls. 27 3/4”. Gun no. 2 w/ matted flat top rib w/ white front bead, gold inlaid “2” & gold inlaid “ARMAS BEREZI EIBAR”. Sm. ring of engraving near breech end. Bbls. of chopper lump construction w/ S# & proof info on polished flats w/ self opening system ahead of forend latch. Slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern w/ floral & scroll engraved irons has Anson type pushbutton release w/ gold inlaid “1” towards tip. Full sidelock action w/ full coverage engraving. Lg. pheasants on left lock plate in farm & mountain scene. Bottom of action w/ lg. portrait of dog w/ fallen woodcock in his mouth & full coverage scroll engraving. Right lock plate w/ burst of quail in farm scene & engraver’s signature “Pedro Mari Arreitunandia” towards bottom. Gun made w/ double triggers (front articulated), auto ejectors, auto safety & self opening system. Bbl. bolsters w/ side clips are full coverage rose & scroll engraved as is top lever w/ gold inlaid “1” at center. Top tang in near full coverage scroll engraving w/ relief “S” in front of scroll engraved safety slide. Rolled edge trigger guard is full coverage engraved w/ rose & scroll pattern. Nicely figured perch belly walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern thought the wrist w/ sm. brass shield toward toe and terminates w/ a thin red Old English brand pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 14 1/2”. Right: Bore diameter: .728. Restriction: .019. Minimum wall thickness: .035. Left: Bore diameter: .728. Restriction: Minimum wall thickness: .034. Weight: 7 lbs 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in their original brown leather case w/ maker’s trade label at top of out side & inside. Case has brass furniture & green felt interior. CONDITION: excellent, showing limited field use & retains nearly all original finish to both wood & metal surfaces w/ the exception of a few light scratches on the left side of the butt towards pad. Bores bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Pedro Mari Arreitunandia was well known as perhaps the foremost gun engraver in Spain in the late 20th & early 21st centuries having passed in 2010. His works will only become more & more sought after over time. (22-1156/JL). BOTH MODERN. $6,000-10,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2117. HIJOS DE J.B. ARRIZABALAGA, SPAIN SXS SHOTGUN WITH UNUSUAL LOCKING MECHANISM. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 61413. Made in 1942, this sidelock extractor is an interesting early example of J.B. Arrizabalaga 3 bite crossbolt locking system. The 28” Cockerill fluid steel bbls. w/ filed concave rib, remnants of front brass bead still remain. Tops of bbls. engraved “DE HIJOS DE J.B. ARRIZABALAGA” & top of left bbl. “Eibar”. Breech ends of bbls. w/ crossbolt locking mechanism w/ bbl. side clip which is lightly scroll engraved. Wide checkered splinter forearm w/ Anson type push button release & lightly engraved pin head & silver colored knights head w/ family crest at center. Bottom rib w/ sling. 7 Pin sidelock action is nicely scroll engraved w/ gold inlaid cocking indicators. Bbl. fences nicely sculpted in raised leaf pattern. Blued finished scroll engraved top lever w/ gold inlaid family crest. Top tang w/ border engraving & light scroll w/ gold inlaid ”S” in front of safety slide. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, extractor, & automatic safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in point pattern w/ lightly scroll engraved long tang trigger guard. Sling swivel near toe terminates w/ lined horn buttplate w/ engraved screws. Measurements: Right: .727”, choke: .028”(mod.). Left: .727”, choke: .043(full). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .028”, left: .029”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. LOP: 14”. Weight: 6 lbs., 14 oz. CONDITION: good. Bbls retain nearly all of an older restored finish w/ a few areas of light beginning salt & pepper pinprick pitting & a couple of very minor dents on right tube. Bores w/ scattered light pitting. Forearm checkering is about 70% present w/ an old sliver of wood missing at front left side. Action has toned to grey, engraving still fine. Buttstock w/ about 50% of the checkering still present retains most of an older hand rubbed finish after a light sanding. Gun is a touch loose at the hinge but still on face. Mechanics are fine. Very interesting gun w/ an intriguing locking mechanism and the only one of its type this cataloger has observed. (22-1158/JSL). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.
2118. HIGH CONDITION 410 ORVIS CUSTOM UPLANDER SHOTGUN BY ARIETTA W/ CASE & ACCESSORIES. Cal. 410. S# 37695. The 26” chopperlump bbls. fitted w/ slightly raised matted rib are marked “ORVIS CUSTOM” & “410 GAUGE 3 INCH CHAMBERS - Made in Spain” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ Spanish nitro proofs for 3” chambers. Case hardened sm. sized sidelock action features automatic safety, bushed strikers w/ gas vents, engraved line cocking indicators & dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action & lockplates are engraved w/ near full coverage British inspired rose & scroll. Bottom of action is engraved “ORVIS” “MANCHESTER” “VT USA”. Gun is made by Arietta & has there maker’s mark on water table. Blued single beaded trigger guard has S# on tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively streaked European walnut measures 14 5/8” over black leather covered pad. Stock is classically styled w/ drop points, point pattern checkering & silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Approx. Bore Diameter : R .392” (MOD), L .392 (MOD). STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original green canvas case w/ leather corners. Case is lined in burgundy felt & has Orvis label in lid. Case contains steel & brass cleaning rod w/ brush & mop in leather wallet, rosewood handle turnscrew, square oil bottle & a pair of snapcaps. CONDITION: very fine, very close to “as new”. Only a few very minor handling & assembly marks in all factory finishes. Bores are bright & shiny, mechanically crisp. Case is also very fine w/ some minor rubs, straps & handle are good, interior is very fine. (22-2059/MGM). MODERN. $3,000-4,000. 65
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2119. EXCEPTIONALLY FINE, HIGHLY ARTISTIC J. MUGURUZA LIGHTWEIGHT 12 BORE GAME GUN OF STUNNING ARTISTIC QUALITY. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8” (65mm). S# 6358. Bbls. 28 1/4”. This fascinating high art lightweight game gun w/ swamped rib & engraved front ramp on bbls. w/ sm. front white bead. Bbls. marked on top of tubes “FABRICA DE J. MUGURUZA E HIJOS EIBAR/ CANONES WHITWORTH”. Deeply carved ring of relief flowers at breech end. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction & polished flats have proof marks & maker information. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ diamond at center. Relief carved irons & has Anson type pushbutton release. French gray full sidelock action engraved in incredible deep relief full coverage. Left sidelock w/ hunters & pack of dogs bringing down a wild boar in deep relief at center & running stags towards front. Bottom of action w/ deeply carved relief Diana Goddess of the hunt w/ deeply relief carved floral leaf pattern throughout. Right sidelock w/ pointer & setter in woods scene, running rabbit all in deep relief w/ flying quail at front of sidelock. There are 2 carved rabbits adjacent to water table & 1 leaping rabbit ahead of sidelock, all very nicely relief carved. Polished water table w/ proof marks & S#. Bbl. fences deep relief carved w/ deer on right, eagle on left & are beaded w/ side clips. Top of action w/ relief carved pheasant, top lever w/ relief carved stag & pierced at thumb point w/ carved Cupid. Top tang also carved in relief w/ mythical head in front of carved safety slide & also gold inlaid “SEGURO”. Gun made w/ double trigger, auto ejectors & auto safety. Trigger guard w/ relief carved floral pattern at front. 2 Dogs in game scene hunting a fox on bow. Pheasant at front of tang & geese in marsh scene towards grip area all in very high quality deep relief pattern. Exhibition quality highly figured European walnut buttstock checkered in 4 point pattern through the wrist w/ carved tear drops behind sidelocks. Has silver shield near toe w/ initials “J.A.G.” & terminates w/ a nicely appointed skipline checkered butt. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. LOP: 14”. Right: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .026 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: .024. Left: Bore diameter: .730. Restriction: .026 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: .025. Weight: 6 lbs 8 oz. CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used. Bbls. retain approx. 97% of their original blue. Forearm is excellent & sound w/ crisp checkering & only a few minor handling marks & impressions. Action is excellent. Stocks are sound w/ minor handling marks & a few light scratches near butt, particularly left side & retains nearly all of what appears to be its original factory finish w/ an area or 2 of finish added behind right lock & subsequent thinning. Engraving is all sharp & crisp throughout. Right bore w/ scattered patches of beginning pitting which should polish out easily. Left bbl. mostly bright & shiny w/ light patches of orange peel. Gun is tight & on face. Mechanics are crisp and this gun represent an extraordinary functional work of art that can be appreciated by anyone. Research shows Muguruza was active in Eibar up until 1896 & this gun exhibits museum quality workmanship in every aspect. Perhaps the single finest best quality gun from Eibar this cataloguer has had the opportunity to examine. (22-1167/JL). CURIO. $12,000-30,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 66
2121. INTERESTING JABALI DE EDUARDO SCHILLING OF BARCELONA 12 BORE TWO BARREL SET GAME GUN OF VERY HIGH QUALITY. S# 35786. Bbls: Set 1: 27 7/8” w/ 2 3/4” chambers. Matted top rib & brass front bead w/ makers name & address on top of tubes. SN & proof marks on blued bbl. flats. Set 2: 30” long w/ 2 1/2” chamber constructed by Lebeau Courally w/ makers name on top rib & Eduardo Schilling info on tops of bbls. Single splinter forend is checkered in point pattern w/ diamond at center & has Anson type push button release & blued & engraved iron. Side plated action is near full coverage scroll & game scene engraved w/ setter on left & right plates towards rear & sm. flushing cocker in marsh scene on bottom all surrounded by nicely executed scroll engraving. Beaded bolsters w/ side clips are fully scroll engraved as is blued top lever & top tang w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of safety. Gun has dbl. locking underlug & Greener crossbolt. Water table w/ proof marks & very sm. import mark. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, auto ejectors & auto safety. Straight grip buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist has unengraved long trigger guard tang & 1/4” wood spacer at butt & terminates w/ a “Irupe” brand ventilated White Line pad. Weight w/ bbl. set 1: 7 lbs., 2 oz. Measurements: Set 1: Right: .719” w/ .030” choke. Left: .718” w/ .039” choke. Minimum wall thickness: Left: .038:, right: .030”. Set 2: Right: .736” w/ .024” choke. Left: .735” w/ .033” choke. Minimum wall thickness: Left: .015”, right: .019”. LOP: 14 7/8” w/ 1/4” wood extension. DAC: 1 7/16”. DAH: 2 1/8”. CONDITION: excellent. Original bbl. set retains nearly all of a professionally restored finish as does bbl. set no. 2. Bbl. set no. 2 w/ sm. push impression on right bbl. near forend which could easily be removed & some beginning exterior pits towards muzzle. Bbl. set no. 1 has bright & shiny bores. Bbl. set 2 w/ beginning orange peel in bores. Stocks are mostly sound w/ a beginning grain separation behind the top tang which is barely noticeable & tiny minor losses on bottom stock fingers & on left side of forearm where it meets the wood. Stocks retain most of an older professionally restored finish w/ subsequent minor handling marks. Mechanics in need of minor attention as hammers will not drop w/ safety disengaged. Action is nice & tight & on face. Engraving is crisp. Action appears to have been originally coin finished & shows only minor staining. Engraving is still crisp & clear. (22-1143/JSL). CURIO. $4,000-6,000. 67
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2120. BEAUTIFUL HIGH GRADE MODEL “EL RENO 12 GA. HAND DETACHABLE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY J. URIGUEN OF EIBAR SPAIN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 68342. Bbls. 27 3/4” w/ engraved & matted flat tapered game rib w/ white front bead. Bbls. marked on tops “CASA URIGUEN-EIBAR/ ACERO ESPECIAL HARD”. Bbls. w/ lg. floral & scroll wedges extending over 3” up from breech end. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction w/ jeweled flats that have S# & proof mark info. Gun made w/ assisted opening, auto ejectors, gold plated double triggers (front trigger articulated) & auto safety. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern w/ engraved irons & Anson type push button release. Hand detachable full sidelock action w/ gold washed pins & cocking indicators is nicely rose & scroll engraved w/ fine case color finish. Bottom of action w/ rose & scroll bursts in near full coverage & engraved “FCA DE J URIGUEN EIBAR” in scroll framing towards front. Relief carved beaded fences w/ flying ducks & scroll. Blued top lever nicely floral & scroll engraved & gold inlaid “EL RENO” on top. Top tang is fully floral engraved w/ “S” in front of blued safety slide. Trigger guard is floral engraved at bow w/ long tang which is scroll engraved & marked “MO (321)” at center. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ carved teardrops behind locks w/ nickel shield toward toe & terminates w/ a modern red pad. Buttstock does have some very pretty fiddleback. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: early, perhaps original, factory shipping box. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 1/8”. LOP: 14 1/2”. Right: Bore diameter: .726. Restriction: .025 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: .030. Left: Bore diameter: .728. Restriction: .041 (full). Minimum wall thickness: .024. Weight: 7 lbs 0 oz. CONDITION: excellent plus & all original. Bbls. retain more than 95% of their original blue w/ a few scattered light scratches from safe wear, not field work. Action retains more than 90% of its original case color, particularly bold & vivid on sides beginning to tone on bottom & lightly silvered on edges. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its original blue as does top lever. Stocks are sound & retain nearly all of their original finish w/ only minute handling marks. Checkering is crisp. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight & on face. A very pretty high grade gun. (22-1147/JL). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2122. EDUARDO SCHILLING OF BARCELONA FULL SIDELOCK EJECTOR 12 BORE GAME GUN. 2 3/4” Chambers. S# 15298. Bbls. 29”. Made in 1911. Matted concave rib w/ steel front bead is engraved on top “FABRICA MECANICA DE ARMES DE FUEGO MARGA HAJABALI DE E. SCHILLING EP PAGUAGA BARCELONA”. Bbls. w/ sm. ring of scroll at breech end. Blued bbl. flats w/ proof marks & makers stamp. Bottom of tubes stamped “WHITWORTH TRADEMARK MANCHESTER” & sling swivel on bottom rib. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ relief engraved iron & Anson type push button release. The full sidelock action is nicely scroll engraved in about 90% coverage. Fences w/ side clips are full coverage engraved as is top lever & top tang w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of safety. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated). Automatic safety. Automatic ejectors. Straight grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ long tang trigger guard, sling swivel towards toe & sm. unengraved brass oval on top of comb towards heel & terminates w/ a thin modern red silverous pad. Measurements: Right: .733”, choke: .013” (IC). Left: .733”, choke: .025”(mod.). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .020”, left: .021”. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 9/16”. LOP: 14 7/16”. Weight: 6 lbs., 14 oz. CONDITION: excellent. Bbls. retain more than 95% of an older restored finish w/ a couple of minor rubs towards the muzzle & beginning losses at grip. Stocks are sound & retain most of a period professionally restored finish w/ subsequent light handling marks. Checkering is crisp. Action retains most of its coin finish. Gun is tight & on face. Bores do show some pitting but are mostly bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. (22-1144/JSL). CURIO. $2,500-4,000.
2123. EDUARDO SCHILLING TWO BARREL SET MODEL NO. 182 12 BORE SHOTGUN. S# 32,211. Bbls: SET 1: 30”. SET 2: 27 7/8”, both are chopper lump construction. Both sets w/ filed top rib w/ white front beads & proof marks on flats. Water table w/ very sm. import mark. Set no. 1 engraved w/ makers name & address on tops near breech end. Single slim beavertail forend, checkered w/ uncheckered diamond center has Anson type push button release & blued iron. Hand detachable sidelock action is nicely scroll engraved in about 60% coverage. Beaded fences are also scroll engraved w/ side clips. Scroll engraved blued top lever & scroll engraved top tang w/ gold “S” inlaid in front of safety. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, auto safety, straight hand English gripped buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has long tang trigger guard, sling swivel near toe & nickel oval which is unengraved on the toeline. The comb has been modified w/ a new piece added in which has a sm. Monte Carlo at butt & terminates w/ a thin black Deccelerator brand pad. Bbl. set 2 w/ sling swivel on bottom rib. Measurements: Right: .727”. Left: .728”. Wall thickness: Left: .026”. Right: .017”. DAC: 1 1/4”. DAH: 1 3/4”. Drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 2 3/8”. WEIGHT: CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retain nearly all of a black restored rust blue finish. Bores on both bbl. sets w/ beginning orange peel throughout. Forend is sound w/ minor impressions, screw at center is a replacement. Checkering is fine. Action has been cleaned mostly bright w/ engraving still crisp. Buttstock w/ modification as noted above & an old repair on right & behind top tang which is nearly invisible retain most of its hand rubbed high gloss finish w/ subsequent minor impressions & hunting bumps. (22-1146/JSL). CURIO. $2,500-3,750. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2125. FINE EARLY VICTOR SARASQUETA OF EIBAR SPAIN EARLY FULL SIDELOCK ACTION SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 ga., 2 5/8”. S# 5381. Bbl. 27 1/2”.. Mfg. Victor Sarasqueta. Made w/ 27-1/2” chopper lump fluid steel bbls. finely filled top rib which has brass front bead & is engraved w/ sm. floral scroll framing “Victor Sarasqueta / Eibar”. Breech end w/ sm. ring of engraving. Bottom rib w/ sling swivel. Forend lug w/ tube numbers stamped, bbl. flats w/ proper proof marks. 4 Point pattern checkered splinter forearm w/ engraved Anson type push button release & lightly scroll engraved iron. Case hardened finish on interior w/ engraved screws. The full sidelock action w/ 7 pins is a Beesly copy & is engraved in fine English type rose & scroll. High fences are lightly beaded & rose & scroll engraved as is top of frame & blued top lever. Top tang w/ some scroll & marked “SEGURO” in front of safety slide. Gun made w/ double triggers, automatic ejectors, & auto safety. Water table w/ SN, proof marks & import mark which is very light. Finely checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ teardrops behind locks. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock has sling swivel, toeline as well as nickel oval & butt terminates w/ the original lined horn buttplate w/ engraved screws. Trigger guard w/ wave pattern on bow & intriguing “Carlos Webraod” signature inlaid in gold. Measurements: Right: .727”, choke: .034”(imp. mod.). Left: .727”, choke: .045”(ex. full). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .031”, left: .033”. DAC: 1 5/16”. DAH: 2 7/8”. LOP: 13 3/4”. Weight: 6 lbs., 5 oz. CONDITION: Good. Bbls. retain more then 90% of a competent restored blue, top lever has also been reblued engraving beginning to thin. Bores w/ scattered light pitting & orange peel. Action has toned a pleasing grey. Engraving is just a touch light from handling. Stocks are sound w/ scattered impressions & light hunting scratches & retain about 80% of their hand rubbed finish & w/ some finish added for preservation, checkering lightly filled in w/ grime. Bbls. on face, mechanics are fine. The gun overall would benefit from gentle cleaning. It would be interesting to know who this special order gun was built for & that could possibly be researched. (22-1186/JL). CURIO. ANTIQUE. $4,500-7,500. 69
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2124. INTERESTING EDUARDO SCHILLING OF BARCELONA TWO BARREL SET 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. S# 31369. Bbls: Set 1: 28” made of monoblock construction w/ lightly filed game rib that has brass front bead. Water table w/ polish marks, makers stamp & proof marks. In front of water table hand engraved “Krupp Essen Especial”. Set 2: of chopper lump construction w/ hand filed rib & same markings as bbl. set 1. Both bbl. sets w/ makers name & “Barcelona” on top of left tube. Right tube marked “FCA DE ESCOPETAS MARCA JABALI”. Light ring of engraving at breech end & both bbl. sets filed for side clips. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ engraved Anson type release & diamond horn insert at center w/ gold inlaid javalena. Case hardened hand detachable sidelock action w/ beaded fences & side clips is near full coverage floral & scroll engraved. Blued top lever & engraved top tang w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of safety. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non auto safety. Straight hand English gripped butt is checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ carved teardrops behind locks, fully engraved long trigger guard tang & terminates w/ a thin White Line brand pad. Bbl. set 1: 2 3/4” chambers. .724”, choke .010”. Left: .724”, choke: .032” (Imp. Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: left: .030”, right: .027”. Bbl. set 2: 3” chambers. .724”, choke: .022. Left: .724”, .045” (extra full). Minimum wall thickness: left: .024”. Right: .024”. LOP: 14 5/8”. DAC: 1 7/16”. DAH: 2 1/4”. CONDITION: excellent as partially restored. Bbls. retain most of what appears to be their original high polish blue. Bores are mostly bright & shiny w/ a hint of beginning orange peel. Action retains more than half of its original case color, quite strong on locks, toning towards bottom. Stocks are mostly sound w/ a very sm. period repair on right side of safety that is smaller than the whites of your fingernail & stocks have more than 85% of their original finish w/ some minor impressions. Mechanics are fine. (22-1145/JSL). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2126. VERY INTERESTING HOLLAND & HOLLAND COPY BY VICTOR SARASQUETA OF EIBAR OF ROYAL QUALITY WITH KEY LOCKS. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# 6271. Bbls. 28 3/8” w/ matted concave tapered top rib that has sm. brass front bead, maker’s name toward breech end w/ ring of engraving at breech. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction w/ proof marks on flats, “65mm” chamber marking & 2 sm. screws on bottom rib filling sling swivel holes. Case colored water table w/ proof marks, S# & sm. import mark. Full sidelock action is case colored w/ full coverage floral & open scroll engraving engraved to copy a Holland & Holland Royal Grade gun. This gun w/ maker’s name at front of bottom of frame in fancy border & says “FABRIQUE/ VICTOR SARASQUETA/ EIBAR”. Fences are fully engraved, beaded & have side clips. Blued top lever w/ relief scroll & scroll engraved top tang w/ “SEGURO” in gold in front of fully engraved safety slide. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, auto safety & key locks. Finely figured European walnut buttstock w/ carved tear drops behind locks checkered in point pattern at wrist, has sm nickel oval near toe terminates with a modern black ventilated pad. Blued trigger guard nicely scroll engraved on bow & at tang. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 3/4”. LOP: 14 1/8”. Right: Bore diameter: .720. Restriction: .016 (light mod). Minimum wall thickness: .035. Left: Bore diameter: .721. Restriction: .034 (Imp Mod). Minimum wall thickness: .035. Weight: 7 lbs 2 oz. CONDITION: excellent. Bbls. retain more than 95% original blue. Case hardened action is excellent w/ well more than 90% bold original case color remaining. Stocks are sound & retain most of what appears to be their original finish. Bores are bright & shiny. Ejectors are in time. Gun is tight, on face. Mechanics overall crisp. An absolutely beautiful key lock Holland copy. (22-1191/JL). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2127. VERY INTERESTING 12 BORE PURDEY O/U COPY MADE BY VICTOR SARASQUETA. S# 103229. Bbls. 27 1/2” w/ 2 3/4” chambers. Mfg. 1952. Bbls. w/ low profile matted ventilated top rib w/ modern orange front sight marked on right side “VICTOR SARASQUETA” & “EIBAR ESPANA” on left. Bbl. flat w/ proof marks & SN towards forend loop. Purdey styled action is coin finished w/ beaded fences & engraved nicely in rose & scroll pattern w/ sm. gold inlay of flower & “EIBAR” on bottom in bbl. recess. Top lever & top tang in rose & scroll pattern w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of safety slide. Forearm is finely checkered in point pattern w/ engraved iron & Anson type push button release. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, auto triggers & auto safety. Period professionally replaced buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ teardrops behind the locks, sling swivel near toe & terminates w/ skip line checkered butt. Trigger guard is nicely scroll engraved on bow & long tang w/ SN at center. Bbls. w/ sling swivel. Light import mark & proof marks on flat of frame. Breech face is polished. Measurements: Top: .723”, choke: .035”. Bottom: .725”, choke: .028”. Minimum wall thickness: Top: .035”, bottom: .035”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. Weight: 7 lbs., 4 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retain more than 90% of what appears to be their original blue w/ a few scattered areas of beginning pinprick pitting & one sm. patch towards the muzzle on top bbl. worth noting. There is a sm. dent in bottom tube on left side breech end. Forearm is sound & retains most of an older professionally restored finish w/ some light losses & subsequent handling marks. Receiver has been polished bright. Engraving still fine w/ some sm. areas of light staining. Buttstock is sound w/ scattered handling marks & retains most of an older professionally restored finish. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics in need of some attention as hammers will not cock. Gun would benefit from gentle cleaning & preservation & you could bring this gun to your gun club & fool all of your friends thinking you have just purchased a 12 bore O/U Purdey. (22-1185/JSL). CURIO. $2,500-3,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2128. VERY HIGH GRADE, MODEL 210 EARLY VICTOR SARASQUETA 12 BORE GAME GUN. S# 30927. Made in 1924. Bbls. 27 1/2” fluid steel made w/ tapered matted concave top rib w/ brass front bead, wedges of scroll at muzzle end & nicely engraved end panel “VICTOR SARASQUETA EIBAR”. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction, have proof marks on bbl. flats & bottom of bbl. & sling swivel on bottom rib. Full sidelock action w/ beautiful game scene engraving including right side w/ setter & pointer on point w/ pheasants. Left side w/ 2 setters on flushing geese. Bottom of action w/ makers name towards top & hawk retrieving a baby deer in flight in light relief game scene. Beaded fences & top of frame are beautifully rose & scroll engraved as is blued top lever. Top tang w/ light border scroll & engraved “SEGURO” in front of engraved safety button. Water table w/ proof marks & sm. import mark. Trigger guard w/ exceptionally well done dog head bust retrieving a fallen rabbit in relief surrounded by rose & scroll & long tang trigger guard w/ light scroll & engraved “MO. 210” at center of tang. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, extractor & automatic safety. Nicely figured straight grip buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist w/ teardrops carved behind locks, sling swivel & nickel oval near toe & terminates w/ a nicely skip line checkered butt. Measurements: 2 5/8” Chambers. Right: .729”, choke: .005”. Left: .728”, choke: .040”. Minimum wall thickness: Right: .030”, left: .030”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CONDITION: very good & as found. Bbls. retain more than 90% of what appears to be their original blue w/ a few light scratches but nothing serious. Bores are mostly bright & shiny w/ pitting ahead of both chambers & more significant in the right tube than the left. Nice tight ribs. Action retains perhaps 30” of its original light case color. Engraving still very well defined & screw heads show some marring. Stocks are sound. Checkering has thinned & stocks retain about half of the original finish w/ impressions, scratches & hunting bumps throughout. Trigger guard & top lever w/ more than 40% original blue. Mechanics are fine though there is a beginning hint of wiggle in the hinge. Gun is on face. These high grade early Victor Sarasqueta’s are extremely beautiful & high quality guns & are almost never offered for sale in the American market. This gun w/ gentle cleaning & preservation would be absolutely remarkable to use for many years to come. (22-1187/JSL). CURIO. $2,500-3,000.
2129. VERY INTERESTING & HIGH QUALITY VICTOR SARASQUETA 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. S# 214757. Bbls. 27 3/4” w/ 2 3/4” chambers. Made in 1970. No. 2 of a pair made w/ matted concave top rib which has fluorescent orange front sight, gold inlaid “2” at breech ends & scroll wedges. Bbls. of chopper lump construction w/ SN & proof marks on water table. Checkered splinter forend w/ engraved irons has Anson type push button release. Full sidelock case hardened action is nicely engraved in rose & scroll pattern w/ makers name in panel on bottom. Bbl. fences are beautifully relief engraved w/ ducks & scroll & are beaded. Blued top lever engraved in rose & scroll pattern w/ gold inlaid “2” at center & pierced at thumb. Top tang is nicely scroll engraved w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of safety. Gun made w/ nickel plated dbl. triggers, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Straight grain walnut butt checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ carved teardrops behind locks has lightly engraved silver oval near toe & terminates w/ a “Work Case” White Line waffle pad w/ extra 1/4” extension. Buttstock is a straight grip w/ long tang trigger guard that is nicely scroll engraved at tang & border engraved at bow. Measurements: Right: .724”, choke: .024”. Left: .724”, choke: .042(full). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .034”, left: .030”. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14 1/2”. Weight: 7 lbs., 1 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retain approx. 85% of what appears to be their original blue w/ a few areas of light loss towards muzzle & thinning at grip area. Action retains about half of its original case color. Forend w/ minor losses towards muzzle end on both sides. Buttstock may be an early period of use replacement w/ grain separation emanating from back of left lock & another behind the top tang & inletting is short on bottom left stock finger. Butt retains most of its custom finish w/ subsequent light impressions & handling marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. W/ a bit of TLC this will make quite a fine handling gun. (22-1188/JSL). CURIO. $1,750-2,750. 71
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2130. INTERESTING HIGH GRADE VICTOR SARASQUETA OF EIBAR FULL SIDELOCK EJECTOR 12 BORE GAME GUN A MODEL 215. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 33722. Bbls. 29 3/4”. Bohler fluid steel bbls. w/ matted tapered concave game rib that have sm. brass front bead, & maker’s name toward breech ends of bbls. w/ gold inlaid “1” w/ wedge of scroll & carved dog’s head. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction & have proof marks on polished flats. Point pattern checkered splinter forend w/ scroll engraved iron, gold inlaid “1” towards tip w/ Anson type push button release. Interior of forearm iron w/ S# & floral engraved screw. Full sidelock action w/ game scene of setter w/ fallen rabbit & landing duck on left surrounded by well executed light scroll. Gold inlaid cocking indicator on both sides. Bottom of action has fox w/ fallen duck in his mouth in field scene surrounded by scroll & maker’s name w/ running rabbit which is framed in scroll towards front. The beaded fences are engraved in scroll w/ ducks. Top of action w/ near full coverage scroll & top lever w/ scroll engraving & gold inlaid “1” at center w/ 2 flying quail. Top tang is also scroll engraved w/ remnants of gold inlay in front of safety slide. Gun made w/ double triggers, automatic ejectors & automatic safety. Long tang trigger guard w/ seated setter & fallen bird engraved on bow surrounded by scroll & scroll bursts through the long tang. Mounted w/ sling swivels on bottom rib & towards toe of stock. Straight grip buttstock w/ teardrops behind sidelocks checkered in point pattern through the wrist & terminates w/ a thin modern red pad. there is evidence of a removed family crest toward toe. DAC: 1 7/16”. DAH: 2 1/8”. LOP: 14 5/8”. Right: Bore diameter: .734. Restriction: .005 (imp). Minimum wall thickness: .026. Left: Bore diameter: .731. Restriction: .032 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: .026. Weight: 7 lbs 5 oz. CONDITION: very good as partially restored. Bbls. retain approx 95% of a competently restored toning rust blue. Bbls. ring well. Action has been cleaned bright. Forearm restored long ago w/ checkering recut & a patch or 2 of filler on sides, though it is now sound & retains most of its custom finish. Buttstock restored long ago w/ invisible repair from back of top tang to locks. Filler where family crest was toward toe & retains most of its hand rubbed custom finish. Bores are mostly bright. Gun is tight & on face. Mechanics are fine. A very pretty full sidelock representing great value for the workmanship that went into the making of this high quality gun. (22-1190/JL). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
2131. INTERESTING 12 BORE TWO BARREL SET FRANCISCO SARRIUGARTE O/U MODEL EXCELSIOR SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga, 2 3/4”. S# 80285. Made in 1986. Bbls. Set one 28”, Set two 27 3/4”. Set 2 has 2 choke tubes (Mod. & full). Bbl. set 1 made w/ low profile ventilated cross file cut top rib that has sm. brass mid bead & fluorescent Truglo orange front bead. Bbls. of monobloc construction w/ finely polished ejectors & S# & proof codes on bottom. Bbls. marked on left side “F Sarriugarte Elgoibar Espana”. Leaf pattern engraved bbl. lumps. Forearm checkered in point pattern w/ finger grooves at side, has engraved Deeley latch release & engraved iron. Bbl. set 2 same as set 1 but no mid bead & fitted Polichoke tubes. Brightly coin finished Merkel style cross bolt action is boldly full coverage engraved w/ 2 lg. gold pheasants on left sidelock in game scene surrounded by scroll, front of lock in banner “MOD. EXCELSIOR”. Rounded body w/ lg. gold dog’s head bust w/ fallen dove in his mouth in relief panel. Left sidelock engraved w/ gold inlaid flying ducks in woods scene surrounded by scroll & same banner as left at front. Top of action w/ beaded fences is nicely deep relief scroll engraved. Top tang full coverage engraved “S” in front of safety slide. Gun made w/ single non selective trigger, automatic ejectors & auto safety. Trigger guard w/ tall heron engraved on bow & light flourish of scroll on tang. Flat knob pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist terminates w/ a thin “Gaype” brand thin white line pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/8” LOP: 13 1/2” from rear position single trigger. BBL SET 1: Top: Bore diameter: .729”. Restriction: .041” (full). Minimum wall thickness: .032”. Bottom: Bore diameter: .728”. Restriction: .014” (imp). Minimum wall thickness: .032”. Weight: 7 lbs, 11 oz. BBL SET 2: Two choke tubes currently installed. Top: Bore diameter: .728”. Minimum wall thickness: .029”. Bottom: Bore diameter: .729”. Minimum wall thickness: .030”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in a black leather 2 bbl. set case w/ green felt interior & steel appointments w/ hard plastic handle & dark brown leather outer cover. CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used. Both bbl. set retain nearly all of their original factory blue. Coin finished action is bright, no staining noted & only beginning high point wear. Stocks are sound w/ only minor impressions & 1 scratch worth mentioning on left side of lock in between tang & lock, and a few light impressions toward toe but nothing serious or offensive. Stocks retain more than 90% of their original finish w/ some finish added for preservation. Checkering is excellent. Case is excellent w/ only minor rubs & soiling. Outer cover also excellent, showing limited use. All in all very interesting & useful 20th Century high grade Spanish made gun. (22-1152/JL). MODERN. $3,500-7,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2132. A DYNAMIC TRUE PAIR OF LIGHTWEIGHT 16 BORE GAME GUNS BY I UGARTECHEA BUILT TO COPY A PURDEY ACTION. 1) Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 22487. Bbls. 27 1/2”. Made 1945 w/ matted tapered concave rib w/ sm. brass front bead & gold inlaid “1” near breech. The Boehler Steel bbls. are of Chopper lump construction w/ SN & proof marks on blued flats. Point pattern checkered splinter forend w/ fully engraved blued iron has Anson type push button release. The self opening full side lock ejector action w/ side clips. Side locks are nicely rose & scroll engraved in about 80% coverage w/ gold washed pins & cocking indicators. Maker’s name at bottom of side lock. Bottom of action w/ bursts of rose & scroll engraving & scroll framed “I. UGARTECHEA / EIBAR”. Beaded fences are rose & scroll engraved w/ side clips as is blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “1”. Top tang is nicely scroll engraved w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of blue & engraved safety slide. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, assisted opener & auto safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ tear drops behind side locks. Sm. rolled edge blued trigger guard w/ scroll engraving on bow & long tang. Sm. lightly engraved nickel oval near toe & stocks terminate w/ checkered butt. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 13 1/2”. Right: Bore diameter: .658”. Restriction: .024” (Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .018”. Left: Bore diameter: .650”. Restriction: .019” (Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .023”. Weight: 6 lbs., 0 oz. CONDITION: very good. bbls. retain nearly all of a refurbished rust blue. Action w/ about 30% original case color remainder having toned to gray w/ light staining. Forend is sound; checkering professionally recut & iron reblued, w/ sm. repair towards tip on left side which is almost invisible. Buttstock is excellent as restored, checkering recut & appears sound. Trigger guard reblued. Bores w/ scattered light pitting & bbls. showing some old dent repair upon close inspection. Gun is tight. Mechanics are fine. (22-1161/JSL). 2) Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 22488. Bbls. 27 1/2”. Made 1945 w/ matted tapered concave rib w/ sm. brass front bead & gold inlaid “2” near breech. The Boehlar Steel bbls. are of Chopper lump construction w/ SN & proof marks on blued flats. Point pattern checkered splinter forend w/ fully engraved blued iron has Anson type push button release. The self opening full side lock ejector action w/ side clips. Side locks are nicely rose & scroll engraved in about 80% coverage w/ gold washed pins & cocking indicators. Maker’s name at bottom of side lock. Bottom of action w/ bursts of rose & scroll engraving & scroll framed “I. UGARTECHEA / EIBAR”. Beaded fences are rose & scroll engraved w/ side clips as is blued top lever w/ gold inlaid “2”. Top tang is nicely scroll engraved w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of blue & engraved safety slide. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, assisted opener & auto safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ tear drops behind side locks. Sm. rolled edge blued trigger guard w/ scroll engraving on bow & long tang. Sm. lightly engraved nickel oval near toe & stocks terminate w/ checkered butt. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 13 1/2”. Right: Bore diameter: .675”. Restriction: .023” (Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .021”. Left: Bore diameter: .664”. Restriction: .019 (Mod.)”. Minimum wall thickness: .024”. Weight: 6 lbs., 1 oz. CONDITION: very good. bbls. retain nearly all of a refurbished rust blue w/ bottom rib showing beginning separation ahead of forend, though bbls. still ring true. Action w/ traces of original case color having toned to gray w/ light staining. Forend is sound; checkering professionally recut & iron reblued. Buttstock is excellent as restored, checkering recut & appears sound. Trigger guard reblued. Bores w/ scattered light pitting & bbls. showing some old dent repair upon close inspection. Gun is tight. Mechanics are in need of minor attention as left ejector is live, though otherwise appear fine & functioning. (22-1162/JSL). BOTH CURIO. $6,500-9,500. 73
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2133. AN INTERESTING SELF OPENING PURDEY COPY BY UGARTECHEA MFG. 1942. S# 24121. Bbls. 28 1/8” w/ 2 3/4” chambers. Bbls. w/ flat tapered filed top rib w/ brass front bead & engraved “Ugartechea” on top of left tube. Chopper lump bbls. w/ proof marks on polished flats & sm. ring of engraving near breech. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ diamond at center has rose & scroll engraved iron w/ Anson type push button release. Coin finished sidelock action is beautifully rose & scroll engraved in about 80% coverage w/ beaded fences & side clips. Blued top lever & top tang are nicely rose & scroll engraved w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of safety. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, auto safety, self opener. Straight English grip, buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ teardrops behind the locks appears to be flame grained American walnut & terminated w/ a thin Silvers type red pad. Long tang trigger guard w/ rolled edge for right handed shooter is nicely scroll engraved as well. LOP: 13 7/8”. Dimensions: Right: .723”, choke: .024”(mod.). Left: .722”, choke: .037”(full). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .030”. , left .030”. DAC: 1 7/16”. DAH: 2”. Weight: 7 lbs., 1 oz. CONDITION: excellent. Bbls. retains nearly all of a competently restored rust blue finish. Action retains most of its coin finish w/ engraving lightly thinned. Buttstock & forearm appears to be expert replacements & retain nearly all of their custom finish w/ only minor handling marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. Gun is tight & on face. At first glance this gun could easily be mistaken for a Purdey & would make a very fun & usable tool in the field. (22-1163/JSL). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.
2134. VERY INTERESTING MERKEL ACTION COPY 12 BORE HAND DETACHABLE O/U SHOTGUN BY UGARTECHEA. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 23977. Bbls. 28 1/4”. Made in 1946, this gun w/ solid flat matted thin game rib w/ sm. steel front bead. Breech end of bbls. is nicely scroll engraved w/ then name “PABLO GARCIA SALAMANCA” on right tube & “UGARTECHEA” on left side of top tube. Point pattern checkered 3 piece forend w/ fully engraved Deeley type latch release & scroll engraved iron. Bottom of bbls. w/ proof marks, SN & stamped “ROECHLING” on bottom of tube. Full side lock Merkel reinforced dbl. lug crossbolt action w/ full side locks is full coverage floral & scroll engraved w/ maker’s name in banner on bottom in between lugs. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, auto safety. Beaded bbl. fences & top of action is fully engraved as is blued top lever & top tang. Gold inlaid “S” in front of engraved safety slide. Locks are hand detachable w/ opener on right side. Rolled edge trigger guard w/ floral scroll on bow & light scroll on long tang. Buttstock w/ carved tear drops behind side locks is checkered in point pattern through the wrist & nicely figured & terminates w/ a thin wooden skip line checkered buttplate w/ 2 engraved screws. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 1/8”. LOP: 14 3/8”. Top: Bore diameter: .729”. Restriction: .039 (Full). Minimum wall thickness: .023”. Bottom: Bore diameter: .727”. Restriction: .028 (Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .023”. Weight: 7 lbs., 1 oz. CONDITION: excellent. Bbls. retain nearly all of their professionally restored finish. Stocks are sound & retain nearly all of their professional higher gloss restored finish w/ some subsequent light handling marks & a scratch on left side of butt at rear which shows a little finish chipping. Checkering is very good & lightly filled from use. Coin finished action is excellent & mostly bright w/ only very minor beginning staining noted. Trigger guard retains traces of original blue as does forend iron. Bores are bright & shiny. Gun is tight on face. Ejectors in need of timing; otherwise mechanics are fine. Locks are clean. This is overall a beautiful high grade gun built on a most robust action. (22-1160/JSL). CURIO. $2,000-3,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2136. VERY RARE BEST QUALITY I UGARTECHEA SELF OPENING FULL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 6624. Bbls. 29 1/2”. Made w/ concave lightly matted rib w/ sm. brass front bead w/ maker’s name on top of right tube & “MADE IN SPAIN”. Left tube engraved “EIBAR-ESPANA” w/ sm. burst of floral engraving near breech & ring of light engraving as well. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ Anson type push button release. Bbls. are of chopper lump construction w/ proof marks on blued flats. Full sidelock action is full coverage floral & scroll engraved w/ maker’s name in ribbon on sides & bottom of action w/ relief engraved flowers & full coverage scroll. Gun made w/ double trigger, auto ejectors, assisted opener & non auto safety. Beaded fences are floral & scroll engraved as is top lever & top tang. Gold inlaid “SEGURO” in front of safety slide. Long tang trigger guard w/ relief floral bursts & scroll engraving on bow & tang w/ S# at center. Straight grip buttstock w/ carved tear drops behind sidelocks checkered in point pattern & terminates w/ a modern black pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14 7/8” over modern black pad. Right: Bore diameter: .730. Restriction: .049 (extra full). Minimum wall thickness: .025. Left: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .052 (extra full). Minimum wall thickness: .030. Weight: 7 lbs 4 oz.. CONDITION: very good as partially restored. Bbls. retain nearly all of a high polish black in color blued finish. Action has been cleaned bright w/ beginning losses to engraving though mostly all still present & fine. Stocks are sound w/ the exception of a tiny beginning chip behind top tang & retain most of a professionally restored finish. Trigger guard spur is missing. Gun is tight & on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Bores are bright & shiny w/ a hint of orange peel in front of chambers. According to our consignor, this is the only self opening sidelock ejector from this maker he has observed in his 30+ years of collecting. Indeed a very rare gun. (22-1164/JL). CURIO. $1,500-3,000. 75
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2135. VERY NICE ROUNDED BODY FULL SIDELOCK EJECTOR 12 BORE GAME GUN BY I. UGARTECHEA. Cal. 12 Ga. w/ 2 3/4” chambers. S# 48685. Made in 1964. Bbls. 27 1/2” fluid steel made w/ thin matted Churchill type rib w/ very sm. white front bead, makers name on top of right tube & sm. ring of engraving near breech end. The chopper lump bbls. w/ polished bbl. flats which have proof marks & SN. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ diamond at center & has blued engraved Anson type push button release. Full coverage engraved rounded body coin finished sidelock action w/ beaded fences, engraving in floral & scroll pattern throughout. Blued top lever & top tang are floral & scroll engraved w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of the blued safety. Rolled edge blued trigger guard engraved w/ floral burst on bow & light scroll on long tang. Straight grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist & terminates w/ a nicely checkered butt. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Measurements: Right: .719”, choke: .006(IC). Left: .717”, choke: .018”(mod.). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .025”, left: .030”. LOP: 14 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2”. Weight: 6 lbs., 13 oz. CONDITION: excellent as partially restored. Bbls., trigger guard & top lever retain most of an older restored blue. Coin finished action is excellent. Stocks are mostly sound w/ a very tiny loss at back of top tang & retain most of their original finish w/ minor impressions & some finish added for preservation. Checkering lightly filled at grip. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. Gun is on face. (22-1165/JSL). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2137. UGARTECHEA MODEL 30 BOXLOCK SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 180203. The 28” dovetailed bbls. are fitted w/ narrow swamped game rib which are marked w/ maker’s name along w/ “Made In Spain”, model, importer & cal. info on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Spanish nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers & choke markings. 4 Stars & 2 stars (IC & FULL) are on bottoms of bbls. Casehardened boxlock action appears well made & features automatic safety, bushed strikers & dbl. triggers. Action is unmarked. Screw heads are line engraved. Top lever & trigger guard are blued. Straight grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14 3/4” over factory checkered buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 10 oz. CONDITION: very fine, perhaps 96-98% overall w/ only a few light scratches & some minor handling marks in all wood & metal surfaces, most notably, a few scratches on breech end of left bbl. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically good. (21-3995/MGM). MODERN. $600-900.
2138. UGARTECHEA BOXLOCK SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 179918. The 28” dovetailed bbls. are fitted w/ narrow swamped game rib & marked w/ maker’s name along w/ “Made In Spain”, model, importer & cal. info on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Spanish nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers & choke markings. 4 Stars & 2 stars (IC & FULL) are on bottoms of bbls. Casehardened boxlock action appears well made & features automatic safety, bushed strikers & dbl. triggers. Action is unmarked. Screw heads are line engraved. Top lever & trigger guard are blued. Straight grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14 3/4” over factory checkered buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: very fine w/ over 95% bbl. blue. Action shows silvering on high edges & considerable spotting & light rusting mostly on trigger plate. There are a few light marks on other surfaces. Bright shiny bores w/ a sm. dent about 12” from breech end of right bbl. Mechanically good. (21-3992/MGM). MODERN. $500-800.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2139. HOLLAND & HOLLAND GRADE 3 DOUBLE RIFLE. Cal. 500-450 NE. S# 19076. Bbls. 26” Chopper lump fitted w/ file cut quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight. Matching front ramp has flip up moon bead. Top of bbls. engraved w/ makers name & address on right & “Field Rifle Trial” information on left. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ London nitro proofs for 70 grains cordite & 480 grain bullet as well as “.450 EX”. (The same caliber Teddy Roosevelt used in Africa during his 1909 Safari). Round bodied back spring sidelock top lever action features top tang extended over comb, non automatic bolted safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pivoting third fastener engaging 3/8” rib extension, bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, & double triggers (front checkered). Action is engraved w/ scroll borders. “Charge” “70 Grains Cordite” “500/450” “Case 3 1/4 Inches” is on bottom. Locks, w/ dipped top edge are engraved “Holland & Holland”. Steel trigger guard has S# on tang & extends to steel grip cap w/ trap. Very nicely marbled European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/4” over red Silver type pad & features classic shadow line right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip, along w/ a vacant silver oval w/ sling eye on toeline. Matching splinter forend has forward pivoting lever release. DAH: approx. 2 1/2”. DAC: approx. 1 11/16”. Cast about 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 10 lbs. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: makers oak & leather case w/ brass corners & central medallion engraved “HE” is lined in burgundy cloth. A gold embossed black morocco leather H&H label is in lid. Charge card for this gun regulated w/ tropical 68 grain loading is over another charge card also in lid. Bottom section is separated by a divider. Case contains an H&H marked oil bottle & two horn handled turn screws. Case also includes some cleaning equipment & two fired cases. There is a notice label regarding extractors & cleaning in bottom of action compartment. CONDITION: very good, as mostly refinished. Bbls. retain over 90% old reblack. Action cleaned to coin finish. Stocks have nearly all of an old oil refinish w/ a few subsequent marks, checkering recut. Bores are fine, strong rifling throughout w/ some light pitting in grooves toward breech ends. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Bolt lever has been shortened so safety is not blocked. Silver bead of front sight broken off. Case leather is fairly dark w/ numerous rubs & bumps. Newer straps & handle are good. Interior cloth is good w/ a label removed in lid. Bottom compartment has some light soiling & rubs along w/ some reblocking w/ a different colored cloth. Accessories are good. Case is musty. A classic old Holland in a great all-around caliber. (21-3898/MGM). CURIO. $14,000-16,000. 77
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2140. HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL HAMMERLESS EJECTOR BOSS SINGLE TRIGGER GAMEGUN W/ EXTRA SET OF NEWLY MADE LONDON BBLS. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 25094 (mfg. 1906). The original 30” dovetailed bbls. are fitted with swamped game rib. Breech end is gold inlaid “1” with matching numbers on top lever & forend tip. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Holland & Holland.” & “98. New Bond Street, London.”. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs & Birmingham reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers along with “Lined Barrel”. Serial numbers are on bottoms of bbls. Newer 28” bbls. with matching ribs & numbers are unmarked on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ 1979 London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Serial number is on bottom of left bbl. Coin finished royal sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators & single nonselective trigger by Boss. Triggerplate is engraved “Boss’s patent” “No. 11278.”. Action is engraved in usual H&H royal style with full coverage well cut large shaded scroll within geometric & small scroll borders. “Holland & Holland” is in widely recognized “house” device on each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “Royal” “Hammerless” “Ejector”. Top lever is engraved “Holland’s Patent”. Fences are more deeply engraved (approaching semi relief) with scroll having floral highlights & acanthus central motif. Single beaded, small bow trigger guard, with scroll on bow has serial number on tang. Finely figured & well marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15” over 1/2” thick hard rubber buttplate over 3/4” extension which is a good match to buttstock. Stock features classic drop points, point pattern checkering on diamond grip & a gold oval on toeline engraved “A.G.L”. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: ORIGINAL LINED 30” BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .712”, L .712”. Restriction: R .017” (MOD), L .020” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .032”, L .033”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. NEWER 28” BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .729”, L .727”. Restriction: R .002” (IC), L .010” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .028”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2”-. DAC: 1 7/16”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: extra set of bbls. CONDITION: bbls. have nearly all of a best London black. Engraving on original bbls. considerably softened. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Engraving remains quite good. Stocks have been refinished & retain most of an old finish with sharp edges slightly rounded, checkering considerably worn, almost smooth in some places. Bores are all bright & shiny. (22-1159/MGM). CURIO. $10,000-18,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2141. H&H ROYAL HAMMERLESS EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN W/ CASE & ACCESSORIES. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 23905 (Mfg. 1903). The 28” chopper lump bbls. are fitted w/ narrow swamped game rib w/ scroll engraving at rear which is also gold inlaid “1”. “1” Also appears on top lever & forend tip. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ original London nitro proofs & 1999 reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers & “SLEEVED”. Case hardened royal sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) Gold line in tumbler end cocking indicators & Holland & Holland single trigger which fires right bbl. then left. If heavier choke is desired, pushing the trigger blade forward sets gun up to fire left bbl. only. Action & locks are engraved w/ classic Holland & Holland style full coverage varying sized shaded scroll within geometric borders surrounding classic “Holland & Holland” device on each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “Royal” “Hammerless” “Ejector”. Balls of trigger plate are engraved “Patent” & “Single Trigger”. Scroll engraved trigger guard has S# engraved on short tang. Very finely marbled & lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14” over ribbed horn buttplate. & features classic drop points, point pattern checkering on semi diamond hand & lg. vacant silver oval on toeline. Matching modified splinter “AB” ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .725”, L .725”. Restriction: R .013” (MOD), L .035” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .035”, L .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/16”. DAC: 1 11/16”. LOP: 14”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a vintage leather case w/ brass corners embossed “A. W. B.” on top. Case is lined in dark green cloth & has repro. leather H&H label in lid. Case contains a leather covered hand protector, wiping cloth & two piece walnut & brass cleaning rod. CONDITION: fine as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best London reblack done at time of sleeving w/ some minor subsequent flecking. Tube joints are very hard to see & maker’s info has been removed from tops of bbls. Action & locks retain a considerable amount of their original muted case hardening color, difficult to see through extensive engraving. Top lever & trigger guard w/ traces of blue are mostly gray patina. Buttstock shows old oil refinish, possible replacement buttplate, newer large oval & recut checkering. Sharp edges of stock are somewhat rounded. Forend wood appears to have been reshaped toward tip to adj. for a chip in bbl. channel, checkering nicely modified. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. Trigger seems to work well. Case leather is quite dark & shows a number of scrapes & rubs. Straps are good. The handle has partially detached. Interior cloth is good w/ some rubs through. Newer label is very fine. A solid, great handling gun that one could be proud to use for the next half century. (22-1914/MGM). CURIO. $7,000-10,000. 79
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2142. SCARCE HOLLAND & HOLLAND CENTENARY 2” 12 BORE DOMINION GRADE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH ORIGINAL CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 34183 (circa 1936). With the development of 2” guns in the late 20s & early 30s, Holland & Holland gave their early production guns the name “12-2” in 1935. This model was renamed “Centenary”, marking 100 years of Holland & Holland being in business. This fine gun from the golden age of the late 30s has 28” chopper lump bbls. engraved “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” & “Centenary” on narrow swamped game rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Holland & Holland” & “98 New Bond Street. London.” Bbl. flats stamped w/ London nitro proofs for 12 Ga. 2” chambers & 1 oz. of shot. S# is on bottom of right bbl. Coin finished, rnd. bodied “Dominion” sidelock action features backspring locks, automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action & locks engraved w/ about 70% coverage very well cut sprigs & sprays of scroll accented by rose bouquets in traditional English style. “Holland & Holland” is engraved at the bottom of each lockplate. Blued trigger guard w/ scroll engraving on bow has S# on short tang. Nicely figured & lightly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders wraps under grip. A vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .732”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .005” (IC), left: .011” (LIGHT MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .020”, left: .020”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ its original green canvas brown leather trimmed case lined in burgundy cloth. A lg. paper Holland & Holland label is in lid along w/ cleaning & lubrication instruction label & charge card for this particular gun w/ India INK notations “For 2-Inch Cases Only”, S# & loading data. Case contains relatively new 2-piece mahogany & brass cleaning rod, vintage square oil bottle by Hawksley & a pair of H&H marked snap caps. CONDITION: good to very good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack. Engraving slightly softened. Action & locks have been cleaned to coin finish, engraving remains sharp & clear. Top lever & trigger guard reblued & retain nearly all of that blue. Engraving is somewhat washed. Stocks retain nearly all of a best oil refinish w/ a few very minor subsequent marks, checkering competently recut. Bores are bright & shiny w/ 1 noted professional dent repair in left bbl. at top about 8” back from muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Case exterior shows faded canvas w/ a number of abrasions, leather trim darkened, original straps & handle are good. Interior cloth is good to fine w/ rubs soiling. H&H label is fine, considerably foxed, other labels show soiling & foxing. Cleaning rod is fine. Oil bottle shows some flaking. Snap caps considerably cleaned w/ brass showing. This gun represents the “Sina Qua Non” for a quail or woodcock hunter. (21-4001/MGM). CURIO. $7,000-12,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2143. SCARCE HOLLAND & HOLLAND “SUPER TRAP” SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 37207. In the 60s, these specialized trap guns were suggested by two new American directors of Holland & Holland, Elliott Coyle and John Batten, as a way to sell a fair number of guns. This gun has 32” monobloc bbl. with wide flat matted ventilated rib. Rear portion of rib is engraved “Holland & Holland.” “13 Bruton Street” “London.” in unmatted rectangle. Sides of monoblock are engraved with well cut open scroll. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chamber. Casehardened Anson & Deeley top lever action is nicely filed, and is engraved with near full coverage varying size open shaded scroll, within geometric borders. “Holland & Holland” is on scrolled banner on each side. Top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll. Well streaked and lightly fiddle figured European walnut, hard rubber capped, pistol grip buttstock measures 15” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip, and a silver oval engraved “K.G.” is on toe line. Matching semi-beavertail ejector forend attaches to bbl. with spring tension release backed up by secondary screw, which is tapped into loop. Head has wide slot for coin use. MEASUREMENTS: BBL.: Bore Diameter: .726”. Restriction: .035” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: .055”. STOCK: DAH: 1 13/16”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: approx. 1/4” on. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is accompanied by relatively new, blue ABS leather trimmed two gun hard case embossed “Famars”. Interior is lined in green velvet. CONDITION: very fine, original. Bbl. retaining over 95% original blue with some sharp edge wear. Action retains over 95% of its casehardening color, lightly silvered at rear of top tang. Top lever is silver at top of thumb piece and trigger guard shows some silver at rear of its very short tang. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their original oil finish with some scattered marks and light scratches. Checkering is somewhat worn. Bore is bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejector is strong. Case is good. (22-983/MGM). MODERN. $5,000-8,000. 81
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2144. SUPERB CONDITION JAMES PURDEY SELF OPENING SIDELOCK DOUBLE RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES. Cal. 500 BPE. S# 15089. Two letters are included from James Purdey & Sons in reference to this rifle, one states that this rifle was built in 1895. The second, 15 November 1984 to E.W. Wood Esquire, states that it is his grandfathers rifle. Brass medallion on top of the case is marked “J.W. Wood Jr” & w/ his address. This fine rifle has 27” dovetailed steel barrels fitted with full length file cut matted rib holding one standing and one folding leaf, express rear sight and fine white bead front sights. Rib is engraved “J. Purdey and Sons Audley House South Audley Street London”, “Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel” on unmatted portion in front of rear sight. Barrel flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 500 Express. Bottoms of barrels are stamped with serial numbers. A sling loop is soldered to bottom rib. Case hardened Beasley patent self opening sidelock, Jones underlever action features automatic bolted safety (“SAFE” and “BOLTED” are inlaid in gold). Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut Purdey House style rose and scroll as most likely done by J. Lucas, head engraver. “J.Purdey and Sons” is on the bottom of each lock plate. Bottom of action is engraved “Purdey’s Patent”. Serial number is on case hardened trigger guard tang, which extends to blued steel grip cap. Finely marbled and well figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over checkered steel buttplate with short top spur. Top of plate is engraved “CHARGE”, “5 DRAMS No. 6 Powder”. Stock features beaded shadow line right hand cheekpiece, traditional drop points, flat top point pattern checkering at grip and a sling loop matching barrel and a vacant silver oval are on toeline. Matching splinter forend with Anson release is stamped w/ actioners initials “S.P” (Saul Prentice) on iron. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is housed in its original oak and leather case with shaped brass corners. Top of case is embossed “J.W.W. Jr.” and central brass medallion is engraved “J.W. Wood Jr.”, “South Orange”, “New Jersey”. Case is lined in scarlet cloth and has small paper Purdey label, hammerless gun instruction label, and charge card for this particular rifle, in lid. Bottom compartment contains an array of original accessories including ebony handled striker key, powder measure by Dixon, pair of turn screws, wad rammer and two pointing pins for mold, one for solid bullets, the other for hollow point (mold is missing). Also included is a nickel plated screw type loading tool marked “London 500”, “J. Purdey” marked broken case extractor, pull-through cleaning kit and bore brushes in red Morocco leather wallet, unmarked round oil bottle, two piece Greenhart cleaning rod with short type handle, along with assorted brushes in a black Morocco leather wallet. Covered compartment holds spare gold plated strikers and silver bead front sight. CONDITION: exceptionally fine but with evidence of poor storage. Barrels retain over 90% original blue with some scattered freckling and patches of cleaned oxidation. File cutting of rib shows some red rust. Barrels also have a few fairly heavy marks, most noticeable on rear portion of rib. Action and lock plates retain 90-95% original case hardening color with some sharp edge wear and some scattered freckling. Most temper blue remains on safety bolt, tumbler ends and hinge pin. Stocks retain nearly all of their fine hand rubbed oil finish with some scattered marks and are quite dry, without any added oil. Checkering is also very fine. Buttplate has blue loss at heel and considerable scattered freckling. Grip cap shows considerable light rust damage and is mostly dark brown. Bores are bright and shiny with sharp, strong rifling throughout. Action is very tight. Barrels are on face. Mechanically fine. Case leather is dark with many chips and rubs. Key lock area has been refashioned with new lock mounted on exterior. Straps and handle are missing. Interior cloth is fine with soiling and rubs. Labels are good to fine, considerably foxed. Accessories are generally fine to very fine. A truly fine Purdey rifle. (01-20950/MGM). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2145. ANTIQUE JAMES PURDEY SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EXTRACTOR HEAVY GAME GUN WITH LATER SINGLE TRIGGER & BEAVERTAIL FOREND. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 12950 (1888). Built on Beesley’s famous patent action, this gun has unusual early 30” dovetailed steel bbls. of Whitworth steel. Slightly swamped top rib is engraved with Purdey’s famous Audley House address & Whitworth steel information. Bbl. flats are stamped with London black powder proofs; bottoms of bbls. with “12B” & “M” as well as serial numbers & early use of maker’s initials “G” (G. Gear). Tube numbers 5497 5499 are on loop (non chopper lump bbls. did not have to be paired). Casehardened Beesley patent sidelock, self opening action, has been fitted with a single selective trigger of unknown parentage. Selector is in safety button. “SAFE” is inlaid in gold. When safe is visible, gun will fire. True safe position is with “SAFE” just covered. Action also features Purdey’s hidden 3rd fastener, bushed strikers & engraved arrow tumbler end cocking indicators. Action is engraved in Purdey’s “house style” with well cut sm. scroll having rose bouquet highlights as most likely done by George Lucas, Purdey’s head engraver at the time. “J. PURDEY & SONS” is on each lockplate. “PURDEY’S” “PATENT” is on bottom of action. Blued top lever is also engraved “PATENT”. Blued trigger guard has open scroll on bow & serial number on tang. Original straight grip buttstock of well marbled and figured European walnut measures 14” over old open sided “White Line” recoil pad on wedge shaped extension 1/2” thick at top tapering to 1/16” at toe. Stock also features drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip, and a vacant silver oval on toe line. Later, long beavertail forend of crotch figured American walnut has been fitted, & Anson release tube extended. Steel forend tip is retained and poorly fitted. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .732” (MOD), L: .734” (FULL). Restrictions: R: .732”, L: .734”. Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .021”, L: .026”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 15 oz. CONDITION: bbls. retaining most of a reblack, rib engraving rather light. Action retains 25-35% original casehardening color. Lockplates retain over 80% color. Left plate quite strong, perhaps 90%. There is some uncleaned oxidation on bottom left side. Original buttstock retains most of an old oil finish, checkering with some recutting shows considerable wear. Forend retains most of its original finish. Bores are exceptionally fine, bright & shiny. Only one minor ping is found in right bbl. about 10” back from muzzle. Action is tight with evidence of some work on hook. Muzzle end appears to be resoldered & entire rib may be resoldered. (Bbls. ring well.) Bbls. are on face. Trigger appears to work well. Internal inspection reveals that intercepting safety sears have had their tails & catches removed. DANGER: SAFETY IS RECONFIGURED SO THAT WHEN “SAFE” IS VISIBLE, GUN CAN BE FIRED. GUN IS ONLY SAFE WITH SELECTOR IN MIDDLE POSITION WHERE THE WORD “SAFE” CANNOT BE SEEN. PUSHING BUTTON FURTHER FORWARD SETS UP TRIGGER TO BE FIRED AGAIN. (01-20816/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000. 83
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2146. GOOD PAIR OF JOHN DICKSON AND SON ROUND ACTION EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUNS WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES. BOTH: Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 6436 & 6437(1912). The 27 1/2” chopper lump bbls. are engraved “John Dickson & Son.” “63 Princes Street” “Edinburgh” on narrow deeply swamped game ribs. Rear portion of ribs are gold inlaid #1 and #2 with matching numbers on top levers and forend tips. Factory records indicate that these guns were delivered 10 August 1912 as a pair with 27 1/2” bbls., single triggers and pistol grip stocks. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. #1 and 2 are also stamped on bottom of rear lumps. Classic round bodied trigger plate Dickson actions (patent use numbers 6436 and 37) feature automatic safeties (“SAFE” inlaid in gold). Pivoting third fasteners which engage short rib extensions, and Dickson single nonselective triggers (patented in 1910. Only 52 of these triggers were fitted). Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut small sized scroll with central rose bouquets as done by Sumner of London. “John Dickson & Son” is engraved through center of the rose bouquets on sides of actions. Blued top levers and trigger guards are engraved with matching scroll, and serial numbers are on trigger guard tangs, which extend to horn grip caps. Capped pistol grip buttstocks of well matched, nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut measure 14 5/8” over original Silver pads. Flat top, point pattern checkering is at grips, and vacant gold ovals are on toe lines. Matching short (6 1/4”) ejector forends have Anson releases. Irons are stamped with ejector patent use numbers 1445 and 46. 1) MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .730”, L: .730”. Restrictions: R: .006” (IC), L: .008” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .023”, L: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 1 7/8+”. DAC: 1 3/8+”. CAST: approx. 3/4” off. LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 4 oz. 2) MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .729”, L: .731”. Restrictions: R: .008” (IC), L: .010” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .021”, L: .019”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: approx. 3/4” off. LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: guns are housed in their original brown leather case embossed “C.W. SOMMERVILLE” on top; with old brown canvas leather trimmed outer cover printed C.G.W. on top. Case is lined in burgundy cloth and has dust leaf separating lid from bottom compartment. Lid is fitted with John Dickson & Son gold embossed black leather Lion label. Bottom compartment closely fits both guns and accessories which include 2 pair of snap caps, 1 marked Dickson, other pair mixed Hawksley and Mortimer, Hawksley marked square oil bottle, 2 piece ebony and brass cleaning rod with jag and turk’s head in brown leather wallet; which also contains a pull through cleaning kit. and 2 keys. CONDITION: good to very good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining over 90% of an old reblack engraving is slightly softened. Actions retain traces of original casehardening color where protected but are mostly silver to gray. Engraving remains sharp and clear. Top levers and trigger guards retain perhaps as much as 25% of their original blue. Stocks retain some of their original finish but show considerable wear and use with a myriad of marks, scratches, and bumps. Checkering shows considerable wear and is quite dirty. Forend checkering is almost smooth in some areas. Original pads are petrified, and both have chips on toes. Bores are bright and shiny without any noted problems. Actions are tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Triggers seem to work well. Case leather shows a bit of darkening but is very fine with some light marks and scratches as protected by outer cover which is good, soiled and with rubs. Straps are good. Original case handle is also good. Interior cloth is good to very good with some soiling and rubs in partitions. Label is very fine. Accessories are good. An interesting pair of light game guns that might profit from judicious wood refinishing. (22-1171 & 22-1172/MGM). BOTH CURIO. $18,000-24,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2147. SCARCE JOHN DICKSON TRIGGER PLATE, EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH FALSE SIDEPLATES MADE TO RESEMBLE A SIDELOCK. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 5644 (1904). A small number of these guns were made; some to resemble sidelocks, and a few to resemble standard boxlock guns. This sidelock type example has 29” dovetailed bbls. engraved “John Dickson & Son” “63 Princes Street” “Edinburgh” on deeply swamped game rib with extension. Casehardened trigger plate action (patent use number 1110) is fitted with false sideplates and stocked to the fences, resembling a best sidelock, and features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), pivoting third fastener and single selective trigger which externally resembles the Laird trigger used by Westley Richards. This trigger was sometimes supplied with Dickson guns. Action and lockplates are engraved with traditional rose and scroll in near full coverage. Maker’s name is at the bottom of each lockplate. Very finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut, straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a gold oval engraved “L.C.T” is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .733”, L: .734”. Restrictions: R: .006” (IC), L: .012” (LIGHT MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .024”, L: .025”. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in “Huey” oak and leather case #761. Case is lined in scarlet cloth and has red reproduction Dickson lion label in lid. Bottom compartment is semi French fitted for accessories which include: 2 piece brass and ebony cleaning rod, ebony handled chamber brush and 3 turnscrews, an unmarked Dickson square oil bottle, and a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: fine as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack with some scattered marks. Name and address engraving picked up, other engraving thinned. Action and lockplates retain nearly all of a recolor hardening with some slight subsequent edge wear. Trigger guard is reblued, engraving considerably softened especially at grip. Stocks have most of their oil refinish, checkering worn, appears to be recut a long time ago. Bores are bright and shiny with 1 or 2 minor scattered pits in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors slightly out of time. Trigger seems to work well. Case is very close to “as new”. (22-1173/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 86
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2148. HIGH CONDITION LIGHTWEIGHT 2” 12 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOHN DICKSON & SON WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 18017. The 27” dovetailed bbls. are silver inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on plain Churchill rib. Tops of bbls. engraved “J. Dickson & Son” “Incorporating Mortimer & Son. Edinburgh.” Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 1 1/8 oz. of shot. Loop stamped w/ actual maker’s number “89233”. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 50% coverage sprays of scroll within line & scroll borders. “J. Dickson & Son” are on scroll terminated riband on each side. Blued top lever floor plate, trigger plate & trigger guard are engraved w/ matching scroll, S# is on trigger guard tang. Well fiddle figured & lightly streaked European walut straight grip buttstock measures 14” over checkered wood butt. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Short matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .732”, left: .734”. Restriction: right: .017” (LIGHT MOD), left: .027” (I MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .021”, left: 020” (both along top near rib). STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 & 1/2”. LOP: 14”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 5 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in what appears to be its original tan canvas case w/ leather trim. Top is embossed “M. S. Mc. C.”. Interior lined in light green cloth & has John Dixon 21 Frederick’s street Lion Label in lid. CONDITION: fine, appears to be original & unaltered. Bbls. retaining approx. 80% original blue w/ silvering on sharp edges & thinning overall. Action retains approx. 80% of its original case hardening color, silvering on bottom from normal hand wear. Top lever & floorplate are silvered on sharp edges. Blue on trigger guard is at about 30%, flaking on bow & w/ wear at grip. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their original oil finish w/ a fair scattering of light marks overall. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no evidence of repairs or problems. Action is tight, bbls. on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Exterior of case shows some light stains. Leather trim considerably deteriorated. Straps are missing. Handle is good. Interior cloth shows marking from oil cloth & some areas are worn through & show considerable soiling. Label is fine w/ rub from action on lion’s mane. (21-4031/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.
2149. LIGHTWEIGHT 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOHN DICKSON & SON. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 18013. The 27” bbls. are fitted w/ unmatted Churchill rib silver inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY”. Tops of bbls. are engraved “John Dickson & Son” “Incorporating Mortimer & Son Edinburgh”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 1 1/8 oz. of shot. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 60% coverage sprays of scroll w/in line & scroll borders. “John Dickson & Son” is on scroll terminated riband on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Attractively marbled & lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over new ribbed buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip & vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .734”, left: .729”. Restriction: right: .032” (FULL), left: .025” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .020”, left: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ relatively new bluish green canvas leather trimmed case lined in royal blue cloth & has John Dickson Gun Makers label in lid. Case contains 2 piece cleaning rod, rnd. oil bottle, snap caps & straps. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Action retains approx. 60% of what appears to be original case hardening color. Secondary blued parts are reblued w/ softening of engraving. Stocks lightly refinished in oil & appear fairly dry. Checkering competently recut. Buttplate is new. Bores are shiny but w/ scattered pitting, mostly in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. on face. Ejectors are in time. Case is nearly new. (21-4028/MGM). CURIO. $2,750-4,250. 87
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2150. .577 NITRO BOXLOCK DOUBLE RIFLE MADE BY JOHN HARPER & RETAILED BY P. ORR OF INDIA, ONCE BELONGING TO NOTED KENYA PROFESSIONAL HUNTER BRYAN COLEMAN WITH PROVENANCE & CASE. Cal. 577, 3” NE. S# 1420. Bryan Coleman who after WWII started working in Africa for the Kenya police relates the history of this rifle in a letter to a new owner which is copied in the “Double Gun Journal Index & Reader Vol. 1”. In the letter, he states that he saved the rifle from being destroyed when it was turned in following the Mau Mau uprising. He became a professional hunter & carried the rifle for hundreds of miles & it saved his life on a number of occasions. He also relates that he used the rifle to hold down the head of a large puff adder & while attempting to decapitate the adder, he took a big chunk out of the stock with his panga. This rifle has 26” chopperlump bbls. fitted w/ matted top rib. Center portion is low, forming quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight & front ramp w/ silver bead. Tops of bbls. engraved “MADE BY” “John Harper” “FOR,” “P. Orr & Sons. Ltd. Madras & Rangoon.” (luxury goods store operating in Madras & Rangoon from 1846 - 1967) on right. “.577 Cartridge 3” Case” is on left. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for .577 express, 90 grains of cordite & 650 grain bullet. Coin finished boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), pivoting third fastener which engages doll’s head bbl. extension, bushed strikers & double triggers, front “loose” to minimize finger damage under recoil. Action engraved w/ 80% coverage well cut, shaded, varying sized scroll. Sides of action engraved “P. Orr & Sons. Ltd.”, and scroll surrounds game scenes depicting members of the big five w/ elephant in tall grass on left & lion also in grass on right. Blued top lever, trigger plate, floorplate & trigger guard are engraved w/ matching scroll. A Bengal tiger is depicted on front of floorplate as well as on trigger guard bow. Serial number is on trigger guard tang, which extends to steel grip cap. Capped pistol grip buttstock of dense, lightly streaked & figured European walnut measures 15 3/4” over “Silver” type pad. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip & a sling eye matching that on bottom of bbls. along w/ a vacant silver oval are on toeline. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: stock: DAH: approx. 2 5/8”. DAC: approx. 2”. LOP: 15 3/4”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 12 lb. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of “Double Gun Journal Reader Index” w/ letter; Paperback copy of “The End of the Game” by Peter Beard, where photographs of Bryan Coleman appear 3 times, once w/ 3 lions, another w/ him on horseback as well as a full page photo w/ downed buffalo. In this photo Coleman is shown holding this particular rifle; a copy of “White Hunters” by Brian Herne where Bryan Coleman is mentioned on numerous occasions; a group of photocopies w/ information regarding Mr. Coleman & information on P. Orr & Sons. Email from Mims Reed w/ information regarding the history of this rifle after its sale by Bryan Coleman. Also accompanying rifle is a tan leather case w/ brass corners lined in burgundy cloth w/ “Hunting World” label in lid. CONDITION: good as restored. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality rust reblue. Engraving recut. Action is cleaned to coin finish, engraving remains clear although not sharp. Stocks w/ old oil refinish. Checkering recut. Pad is relatively new. A well matching piece of walnut has been dovetailed into comb, repairing previously noted panga cut. Bores are very good to fine w/ sharp rifling throughout. Both bores exhibit some minor frosting, mostly toward breech ends, most prevalent in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Mechanically good. Case is very close to new. (21-4457/MGM). CURIO. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2151. JOHN HARPER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1498. The 27” dovetailed bbls. with slightly raised matted game rib are engraved “John Harper” “Birmingham, London.” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers along with new stamps “2 3/4” and “70”; and have not been reproofed. Casehardened boxlock action is engraved “Made in England” and with serial number on watertable. Action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver), cross bolt 3rd fastener and double triggers. Action is engraved with 80% coverage large open shaded scroll within vine and line borders. “John Harper” is on scrolled ribbon on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate and trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Dense European walnut, stump figured, round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over black Decelerator pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .724”, L: .723”. Restrictions: R: .009” (IC), L: .031” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .035”, L: .033”. STOCK: DAH: 2 15/16”. DAC: 1 5/8-”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in modern gold ballistic cloth case with stitched leather corners lined in burgundy felt. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining essentially all of a good quality satin reblack. Action retains about 60% original casehardening color, silvered from normal hand wear. Top lever and floorplate have more than half of their original blue. Trigger guard has some blue; perhaps as much as 10%, but is mostly bright silver to gray. Stocks retain nearly all of an oil refinish over a few light marks on butt and a very few dings in forend. Checkering is recut. Bores are bright and shiny with some dents removed from left bbl. and 1 or 2 small dings in right. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case is very fine. (22-1004/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 90
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2152. NICELY REFURBISHED 20 GAUGE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER, KEYLOCK, LIGHT GAME GUN BY JOSEPH LANG & SON. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 15701 (1914). The 26” dovetailed steel bbls. fitted with narrow game rib are engraved “Joseph Lang & Son, 108 New Bond Street, London.” and “Abercrombie & Fitch Co., New York, U.S.A.” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 7/8 oz. shot. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with serial numbers, “JL & S” and bottom of left bbl. is engraved “FOR 2 1/2 SHELL”. Coin finished sidelock action is stocked to the fences and features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold). Gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, Lang’s unique detachable lock system with spring latch under hinged flap at rear of lockplates, and single non selective trigger. Opening flap exposes mortice for key (2 in case) to release lock from action. Action and locks are engraved with near full coverage classic English rose and scroll which is very well executed. “Joseph Lang & Son” is on each lockplate. Blued top lever and trigger guard are engraved with matching rose and scroll. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut, straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/4” over thin Silver type pad. Stock features classic drop points, grip checkering and vacant oval. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .618”, L: .618”. Restrictions: R: .011” (IC), L: .015” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .025”, L: .026”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 1/2-”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in relatively new tan leather case lined in green gaberdine cloth. Leather “Equicaca” label is stitched into lid. Case contains a black leather wallet holding 2 keys for gun lock. CONDITION: very good to fine as restored. Bbls. retaining over 95% good quality reblack. Engraving at rear of rib has been picked up. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Engraving still sharp and clear. Top lever and trigger guard retain nearly all of a reblue with some slight subsequent silvering. Stocks retain near all of an older oil refinish; checkering recut and is rather sharp. Pad is new. Bores are bright and shiny with some light frosting toward muzzle of right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Trigger only fires left bbl., first and does not set up for right. (Needs attention). There is a small patch repair to a crack behind right lockplate and repaired crack behind left. Case is very fine with some marks and rubs. (22-1177/MGM). CURIO. $10,000-15,000. 91
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2153. 12 GAUGE 2” BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOSEPH LANG & SON WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 18711 (circa 1946). 2” guns became very popular in the 1930s & this trend continued through the post WWII era. This early post WWII gun has 26” dovetailed bbls. silver inlaid “For 2 inch case only” on swamped game rib. Tops of bbls. engraved “Joseph Lang & Son.” “Bury St. St. Jame’s London”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ London nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. Bottoms of bbls. engraved w/ serial numbers. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (safe inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ geometric borders & some sprays of scroll. Maker’s name is on each side. Blued trigger guard, floorplate, & top lever are engraved to match. S# is on trigger guard tang. Lightly marbled & somewhat figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15” over serrated wood butt on 1/2” extension. Stock also features nicely shaped drop points, point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders at grip & a vacant silver oval on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .734”, left: .734”. Restriction: right: .017” (MOD), left: .045” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .022”, left: .025”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8+”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx 1” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in an English style leather case (possibly original) w/ stitched leather corners lined in green felt. An Atkin, Grant & Lang paper label is in lid. Case contains 2 piece cleaning rod w/ brush & mop & a pair of AGL marked snap caps. CONDITION: very fine as refinished. Bbls. w/ nearly all of a good quality reblack. Action w/ over 90% of a case recolor hardening w/ silver ring around bottom from normal hand wear. There are some noted flecking in blue of secondary blued parts, mostly on trigger guard tang. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality oil refinish after addition of a lengthening piece. Checkering does not appear to have been recut & shows light wear & some clogging w/ oil. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no noted repairs or problems. Action is tight, bbls. are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Case leather is fine w/ a few rubs & marks. Interior cloth is also fine w/ some light soiling & compressions. Label has one rub & is generally very fine. Accessories are good. (21-4039/MGM). CURIO. $2,750-4,250.
2154. JOSEPH LANG ROGER’S PATENT SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAMEGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 15354. The 27 7/8” dovetail bbls. are engraved “Joseph Lang & Son 102 New Bond Street London. W.” on narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs & Birmingham reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers & “SLEEVED”. Case hardened, square back, sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved with small scroll borders & other small flourishes of scroll around screwholes. “JOSEPH LANG & SON” is on each lockplate. Blued trigger guard has serial number on short tang. Nicely fiddle figured & lightly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15” over 3/4” thick hard rubber buttplate. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .725”, L .726”. Restriction: R .006” (IC), L .023” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .032”, L .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: good, bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack with subsequent silvering & flecking. Action is cleaned to silver gray w/ some frosting & light pitting remaining. Stocks retain most of an old oil finish, possibly original, with considerable wear on checkering & grip. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Right ejector will not fire. There is a small stress crack behind left lockplate. (22-1178/MGM). CURIO. $2,250-3,250. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2155. UNUSUAL ANTIQUE JAMES PURDEY & SON ROUND BODIED SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN W/ TWO SETS OF BARRELS. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 15364 (mfg. 1895). This fine gun has two sets of 30” chopper lump bbls. One with maker’s name and address on narrow game rib has bbl. flats stamped w/ original London black powder proofs, early London nitro reproofs, and later Birmingham reproofs all for 2 1/2” chambers with the Birmingham proofs at 850 BAR & stamped “Lined Barrel” (most likely Teague liners). Serial numbers are on bottoms of bbls. & bbl. maker’s initials “WH” (Bill Hill) are on bottom of left bbl. Tube numbers “16141” & “16142” are on loop. The second set of newly made bbls. have rib engraved “2” and with scroll; matching the number “2” on the first set of bbls, top lever and forend iron. These newer bbls. are stamped with 1991 London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Serial number is on bottom of right bbl. Coin finished rnd. bodied sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, engraved arrow tumbler end cocking indicators & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved w/ near full coverage Purdey “house” style rose & scroll featuring very small well cut scroll & nicely detailed rose bouquets. “J. Purdey & Sons” is at the bottom of each lockplate & bottom of action is engraved “PURDEY’S” “PATENT”. Blued trigger guard is engraved w/ usual larger open scroll; serial number is on tang. Very attractive, dense, well marbled & lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/4” over checkered wood butt. Action area is correctly rounded. Point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders is at grip. A vacant gold oval is on toeline. Splinter Wem ejector forend has unusual flat Anson release button. Iron is engraved “Patent” “2” & is stamped w/ actioner’s initials “S.P” (Sol Prentice). MEASUREMENTS: ORIGINAL LINED BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .714”, L .714”. Restriction: R .003” (IC), L .011” (Light MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .027”. STOCK: DAH: 2 11/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”+. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 2 oz. NEWLY MADE BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .727”, L .727”. Restrictions R .008” (IC), L .008”. Min. Wall Thickness: R .031”, L. 031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 13/16”. DAC: 1 5/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. (IC). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: additional set of newly made bbls. CONDITION: fine as partially refurbished. Original bbl. set retains over 90% reblue, silvering around muzzles, breech ends & along sharp edges. Replacement bbl. set retains essentially all of it’s fine quality London black. Action is cleaned to coin finish, engraving remains clear. Reblued top lever & trigger guard show silvering to about 80% blue. Buttstock retains most of an old oil refinish w/ some scattered marks, checkering w/ considerable wear has not been recut. Forend wood is also refinished & appears that checkering was recut & is quite widely spaced while grip checkering is closely spaced. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Drop is good although tip of iron has been shortened. Ejectors are strong and in time. An attractive, good handling gun. A new set of best quality London made bbls. presently cost over $15,000. (01-20907/MGM). ANTIQUE. $12,500-20,000. 93
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2156. COMPLETELY REFURBISHED JAMES PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH LATER SINGLE TRIGGER AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 19709 (1910). The 28” bbls. have been invisibly sleeved. The original narrow swamped game rib is retained and is engraved with Purdey’s Audley Street address and Whitworth steel information. Bbl. flats are stamped with original London nitro proofs, 2004 London reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers and “SLEEVED”. Casehardened Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action features non automatic safety “SAFE” inlaid in gold, bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators and a single selective trigger with rocker type selector similar to that found on Miller’s trigger. (Internal inspection reveals that intercepting safety sears are retained. However, tails have been removed. Whoever installed this trigger knew what it was about, and safety sears still operate. Sear tails are widened and bottoms of interceptors lie on top of sears and will still block hammers if jarred off.) Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage large Germanic scrolling acanthus with stippled background. This scroll surrounds scenes of game birds on lockplates with 4 grouse flying on left lock and 2 woodcock on right. Bottom of action is engraved “J. PURDEY & SONS” “LONDON”. Blued trigger guard with matching scroll has serial number on tang. What appears to be original straight buttstock of lightly figured and marbled European walnut measures 14 1/4” over brown leather covered pad. Stock features classic drop points, point pattern checkering and silver oval. Ejector forend with newly fashioned beavertail wood has Anson release tube nicely extended. Actioner’s initials “FW” (Fred Williams) are on iron. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .726”, L: .726”. Restrictions: R: .027” (MOD), L: .019” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .040”, L: .040”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 2 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in vintage tan leather Spanish type case lined in red cloth. CONDITION: fine as completely refurbished. Sleeved bbls. retaining nearly all of their black. Action and lockplates retain nearly all of an attractive recolor hardening. Buttstock retains nearly all oil refinish. Checkering lightly recut. Pad is relatively new. Relatively new forend retains most of its original oil finish. Checkering with wear. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger does not work in L/R position. Works quite well when right bbl. is fired first. Case is good, handle is missing. (22-989/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2157. VERY FINE HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION STEPHEN GRANT HAMMER SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 10 Ga., 2 7/8”. S# 3390 (circa 1872). Stephen Grant is well known for his exceptionally well made shotguns, nearly all of which are of “best” quality. This fine early gun has 32” 2 stripe damascus bbls. The slightly raised flat unmatted rib is engraved “Stephen Grant 67 A St. James St. London”. Bbl. flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 10 ga; bottoms of bbls. w/ S# & maker’s initials “H.W”. Rnd. bodied case hardened Jones underlever action is fitted with peninsula non-rebounding back spring locks having tall rnd. bodied serpentine hammers w/ high spurs. Fences are very nicely filed & firing pins are gold plated. Breach face is stamped “E. G. HODGES PATENT 835”. There are sm. lightening cuts in water table which is also stamped w/ Hodges patent logos. Action & locks are engraved w/ approx. 70% coverage very nicely cut sm. scroll w/in scroll & line borders. Each lockplate is engraved “S. GRANT”. Heads of hammers are engraved in stylized dolphin motif. Case hardened operating lever & trigger guard are engraved to match. Dark well-streaked & nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over steel buttplate w/ short top spur. Classic point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip & a silver oval on toeline is engraved w/ monogram “LC”(?). Matching splinter forend w/ well filed steel tip attaches to bbls. w/ captive side bolt through shaped & engraved steel escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .773”, left: .774”. Restriction: right 0”, left 0” (made before the invention of choke). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .038”, left: .042”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in what is quite possibly its original leather case w/ brass corners. Case is lined in scarlet cloth. Paper Stephen Grant label is in lid, along w/ a charge card. Bottom portion of case is semi French fitted for gun & some high quality accessories including 2 piece cocobolo & brass cleaning rod, bone striker bottle containing a pair of strikers for a hammerless gun, pair of brass snap caps, rnd. oil bottle, pull through cleaning kit, tin oiler by Lucas Limited of Birmingham, 10 Ga. wad punch & leather covered hand protecter by Helles. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Bbls. retaining well over 95% original brown w/ dramatic contrast evident in these beautiful bbls. Action & locks retain over 90% original case hardening color w/ some light scratches & some silvering evident on top action tang & right lockplate. Operating lever is somewhat silvered on knob & trigger guard shows considerable silver on tang. Stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish which is a bit dry & shows some open grain. Buttstock has a scattering of minor marks w/ a few fairly deep pings. Buttplate retains about 40% of its original bright blue, the remainder mostly flaked to brownish gray. There is a sm. ding in checkering of forend, otherwise checkering shows little wear. Bores are bright & shiny, action is very tight. Locks are crisp. Case leather is dark w/ a considerable amount of chips & scratches. Straps & handle are replaced. Interior cloth has been renewed. Label has been conserved, reinstalled and shows considerable insect damage & scattered foxing, charge card is about the same. Cloth remains excellent with a few marks & rubs. Accessories are generally good to excellent, handguard has some chipping & marks in leather. A truly superb high condition gun of investment quality. (01-20180/MGM). ANTIQUE. $12,500-17,500. 95
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2158. HISTORIC STEPHEN GRANT HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE MADE FOR HEATLEY NOBLE NOTED GAME SHOT OF THE EDWARDIAN ERA WITH CASE. Cal. 500 BPE. S# 5306 (circa 1883). Mr. Heatley Noble Esq., the son of John Noble, of Noble’s Paint and Varnishes, grew up at the famous family home Park Place, Berkshire. Although not of noble birth, his wealth allowed him to rub shoulders with the best of society and was often invited to various shooting parties. In 1904, he was rated the #3 best game shot in England behind Lord Ripon and Lord Wasingham; and ahead of Prince Duleep Singh and the Prince of Wales. He was a dedicated ornithologist and wrote a few pamphlets regarding birds and especially their eggs. He was also a fisherman and deer stalker that purpose, is most likely the reason he purchased this rifle. The Atkin Grant & Lang gun history states that this rifle was delivered to him in November 1883. Stephen Grant had a fine reputation for his quality shotguns. Rifles by this maker are relatively scarce. This partially restored example has 28” best 3 stripe damascus bbls. fitted w/ file cut rib holding 1 standing, 1 folding leaf express rear sight & silver bead front dovetailed into muzzle. Tops of bbls. engraved w/ maker’s name & address. Bbl. flats stamped w/ London black powder proofs, serial numbers & caliber “38”. A sling eye is fitted to bottom rib. Case hardened Jones underlever rnd. bodied action fitted w/ rebounding peninsula backspring locks w/ front mounted stalking safeties. Locks are fitted w/ rnd. bodied serpentine hammers having tall checkered spurs. Action and fences are nicely filed. Action & locks are engraved w/ about 60% coverage well cut sm. scroll within scroll & line borders. Sides of action are engraved “Stephen Grant London” & maker’s name is also on each lockplate. Case hardened trigger guard is also scroll engraved & w/ S# on tang which extends to steel grip cap. Full pistol grip buttstock of very attractive broadly streaked & somewhat fiddle figured flesh toned European walnut measures 14 5/8” over checkered steel buttplate w/ short top spur. Stock features beaded right hand shadowline cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip & a sling eye on toeline along w/ a silver oval engraved w/ a prancing colt (?) over the motto “FESTINA LENTE” (“make haste slowly”). Matching splinter forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: approx. 2 5/8”. DAC: approx. 1 7/8”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is housed in a vintage black leather case lined in bluish green cloth. An old Stephen Grant label is in lid. Bottom portion is semi French fitted for rifle & old accessories including a 2 piece brass cleaning rod, German silver broken case extractor by Hawksley, crystal oil bottle, bone striker bottle, rosewood covered oil bottle, case hardened main spring vice & ebony wad rammer. CONDITION: fine as partially restored. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good rebrown w/ fair definition to pattern. Engraving on bbls. considerably softened, as is file cutting of rib. Action & locks retain 30-40% original case hardening color w/ balance a light silver gray. Stocks retain nearly all of a best quality oil refinish, checkering is competently recut. Bores are good to fine, mostly bright w/ some scattered light pitting throughout. Action is very tight, locks are crisp. Case leather has been conserved over a fair number of marks & bumps. Straps & handle are renewed. Interior of lid retains old cloth. Conserved old Grant label is considerably foxed and has some rubs through. Bottom compartment has been relined & has some minor compressions & rubs. Accessories are generally good. This fine best quality rifle would most likely make a good shooter. Provenance of original photograph in guilt decorated leather frame signed by Heatley Noble and dated 1910. AG & gun history has specifications of this rifle. Obituaries for John Noble and Heatley Noble. Photos of Nobles and Hoare varnish advertising information on Park Place, home of the Noble family. (01-20178/MGM). ANTIQUE. $8,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2159. FINE STEPHEN GRANT SIDE LEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 6957. Mfg. 1897. Bbls. 28” dovetailed fitted w/ interchangeable choke tubes. Slightly raised & swamped game rib engraved “2” toward breech end (this is gun number 2 of a pair w/ “2” engraved on trigger tang & forend iron). Tops of bbls. engraved “Stephen Grant & Sons” & “7. Bury Street, St. James’s, London, England.” Bbl. flats stamped w/ London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers & 3 tons. Serial numbers stamped on bottoms of bbls. Casehardened sidelock action features opening lever on right side, nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), bushed strikers & dbl. triggers. Action is filed in Grant “Best” fashion w/ well shaped beads & classic sculpting of fences. Action & lockplates engraved w/ near full coverage very well cut sm. scroll w/in line & scroll borders. “Stephen Grant & Sons” is at the bottom of each lockplate. Blued trigger guard is also scroll engraved. S# is on tang. Very finely marbled & lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over thinned Kick-Eez pad on 1” auxillary spring recoil system & an all adj. comb has been fitted. Stock also features classic drop points, point pattern checkering at grip & a silver oval on toeline engraved w/ the monogram “PEH”(?). Matching splinter, 1893 Grant patent ejector, forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls: bore diameter: right: .728”, left: .727”, both restricted w/ choke tubes. Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .034”, left: .040”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: Adj. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 3 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine as refurbished. Bbls. retaining over 95% best reblack. Action & locks retain approx. 30% original casehardening color mostly faded to a pleasing silver gray. Engraving remains clear. Side lever & trigger guard reblued, retaining nearly all of that blue. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality oil refinish, most likely done contemporary w/ addition of pad & adj. comb. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. A classic antique Grant w/ some useful modern alterations. (01-20179/MGM). ANTIQUE. $4,000-7,000. 97 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2160. FINE CASED PAIR OF WESTLEY RICHARDS HAND DETACHABLE EJECTOR GAME GUNS. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 18566 & 18567 (ca. 1936). The 28” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “Westley Richards” “23 Conduit St.” “London” “Gunmakers by appointment to H.M. The King” on game ribs. Rear portions of ribs are gold inlaid with numbers “1” and “2” which matches numbers on top levers and forend latches denoting a pair. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with “Special Steel” information and serial numbers. Casehardened double Ogee backed actions with hand detachable “A & D” locks feature automatic safeties (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), patented third fasteners and double triggers. Engine turned locks have thumb spurs on hammers and locks are gold inlaid for R & L and gun numbers “1” and “2” on tops. Actions have patent use numbers “3916” and “3917” marked on watertables. Locks are housed under hinged floorplates. Actions are engraved with near full coverage well cut lightly shaded scroll, “WESTLEY RICHARDS” is on scrolled banner on sides of each action. Fences are engraved with larger and more deeply cut scroll. Tops of actions are engraved “WESTLEY RICHARDS” “EJECTOR”. Blued top levers, floorplates and trigger guards are engraved with matching scroll. Trigger guard has scene of two feeding pheasant on bow of gun #1 and pointer on gun #2. Serial numbers are on tangs. Very well matched, figured and streaked European walnut, straight grip buttstocks measure 14” over checkered wood butts. Point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grips and large gold ovals engraved with rampant lions holding flower blossoms (?) over the motto “Vulneror Non Vincor” (I am wounded not defeated) are on toe lines. Matching splinter Deeley ejector forends with inlet horn tips have Deeley releases. Gun #1) MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .734”, L: .736”. Restrictions: R: .009” (IC), L: .037” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .026”, L: .030”. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16”. DAC: 1 5/8-”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 9 oz. Gun #2) MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .735”, L: .736”. Restrictions: R: .011” (IC), L: .040” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .028”, L: .027”. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16+”. DAC: 1 5/8-”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: guns are housed in what appears to be their original oak and leather 2 gun case with brass corners. A rectangular leather label on top is black embossed “G. DE JAGER”. Interior is lined in dark green cloth, and a paper Westley Richards label is in lid. Bottom compartment contains a 2 piece ebony and German silver cleaning rod w/ brush, 3 Holland & Holland marked horn body snap caps and another unmarked, 2 square oil bottles (1 marked Westley Richards on top). A covered compartment holds black Morocco leather wallet with old jag and brush. CONDITION: very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack with some scattered light marks and scratches. Rib engraving is very light. Actions retain 40-50% original casehardening color, quite strong where protected. Top levers, floorplates and trigger guards are reblued and retain essentially all of that blue. Stocks retain nearly all of a light oil refinish with some scratches and marks. Checkering is worn and dirty and has not been recut. Bores are bright and shiny with no visible problems except for some very light frosting or leading at breech ends. Actions are tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is still relatively light in color and has a fair number of marks, rubs and lifting of grain from tape removal. Old straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is very good to fine with light soiling and compressions. Label is considerably foxed, has some rubs through and cracks. Interior partitions have some relining but are generally good. Accessories are good. A fine pair of great handling “Golden Age” Westleys that measure well. A comparable pair of new guns will cost over $100,000.(22-1192 & 22-1193/MGM). BOTH CURIO. $15,000-30,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2161. WESLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 3233 (1908). The 32” demi-bloc ovate bbl. has matted flat top. Right side at rear has Wesley Richards name & London address. Left side is marked with importer “VL & D New York Agents”. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs & Birmingham reproofs at .740. Casehardened boxlock action features non automatic safety (“SAFE” in gold in silver rectangle). Action is engraved “Wesley Richards & Co.” on each side within line borders. Straight grip buttstock of well marbled & lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering wraps under grip & a silver oval engraved with monogram “CLB”? is on toe line. Matching long splinter forend with horn tip attaches to bbl. with Deeley release & has secondary mortice for extra blank loop on bbl. for strengthening. MEASUREMENTS: BBL.: Bore Diameter: .740. Restriction: .045 (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: .040. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 1/4+”. CAST: approx. 3/8 off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 9 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially refinished. Bbl. retaining approx. 90% high quality reblue most likely done at time of reproof; matting considerably softened. Action retains approx. 60-70% original casehardening color with high edge wear & some loss due to cleaning of light rusting. Top lever floorplate & trigger guard retain nearly all of a reblue. Stocks retain most of what appears their original oil finish with some added oil. Pad is relatively new. Checkering recut. Bore is bright & shiny. Action is tight. Full time ejector is operable. Screws show some use. Trigger guard straightened & reinlet with removal of pistol grip. (22-1024/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-5,000.
2162. WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME OR PIGEON GUN WITH BEAVERTAIL FOREND. Cal. 12 Ga. 3”. S# 14619 (1890). The 29 5/8” dovetailed steel bbls. are fitted with flat matted rib holding two white beads. Rib is engraved “WESTLEY RICHARDS “170 NEW BOND, LONDON.” “HIGHEST QUALITY.” Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs and later Birmingham reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Casehardened Anson and Deeley patent boxlock action (use number 10209) features double under lug and Westley Richards unique sliding 3rd fastener, which engages doll’s head rib extension. Action also features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” in gold) and double triggers. Watertable is also marked “DEELEY’S PATENT EJECTOR” with use number “1705”. Action is engraved with 80% coverage well cut shaded scroll within scroll and geometric borders. “WESTLEY RICHARDS” is in scroll terminated ribands on each side. Top of action in front of top lever pivot is engraved “WESTLEY RICHARDS” “PATENT EJECTOR” “HIGHEST QUALITY”. Blued top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll. Trigger guard has scene of running rabbit on bow and serial number on tang. Capped pistol grip buttstock of dense American walnut has some light quilted figure, and measures 14 7/8” over thin black “OLD ENGLISH” pad. Stock features drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip, ebony grip cap and a gold oval on toe line engraved “M.J.B.” Matching long beavertail Deeley ejector forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .735”, L: .735”. Restrictions: R: .007” (IC), L: .011” (LIGHT MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .030”, L: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 7/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: green ABS carrying case lined in green velvet with combination lock. CONDITION: very good as refurbished sometime ago. Bbls. retaining most of their reblack probably done at time of reproof over some scattered marks. Matting on rib is considerably softened. Action retains most of what appears to be its original color but is most likely an older recolor. Top lever, floorplate and trigger guard retain most of their reblue. Engraving still clear. Newer stocks retain most of their original oil finish; checkering slightly worn. Pad is relatively new. Bores are bright and shiny. There is evidence of dent removal in both bbls. 10” from muzzles. Forcing cones have been extended along with chamber lengthening. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Forend does not latch tightly to bbls. Case is good. (01-20825/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-3,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2163. J. WOODWARD SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 5938 (ca. 1908). The 29” (Woodward standard) dovetailed Whitworth steel bbls. are engraved “James Woodward & Sons 64 St. James’s Street London. S.W.” and with Whitworth’s steel info on slightly raised concave game rib; “3” is gold inlaid at rear of rib, matching “3” in gold on top lever and forend iron indicating the gun was one of a trio. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with serial numbers and “J.W. & S”. Casehardened, square back, sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold and covered by usual Woodward T shaped button), side clips, bushed strikers, gold lined tumbler end, cocking indicators in “bug eye” pivots, and double triggers. Action is filed with typical Woodward arcaded fences. Action is engraved in early Woodward house style with 80% coverage, small shaded scroll within scroll borders. “J. Woodward & Sons” is in classic Woodward parchment scroll device on each lockplate. Attractively crotch figured, and wonderfully marbled, European walnut, straight grip, replacement buttstock measures 15 1/2” over old Silver type pad. Stock features classic drop points, point pattern checkering, and vacant silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .732”, L: .737”. Restrictions: R: .007” (IC), L: .016” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .024”, L: .023”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 15 1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ vintage maker’s oak and leather case with brass corners. Top of the case is embossed “H. LINDSAY SCOTT”. Case is lined with scarlet cloth, and has Woodward paper label w/ corners attractively scalloped in lid. Case contains 2 piece cleaning rod with mop and brush, square oil bottle marked “William Powell”, along with some cleaning patches. CONDITION: fine as partially refurbished. Bbls. retaining about 95% shiny reblue over some light marks. Action was recolored many years ago and retains most of that color over some old pitting mostly at rear of lockplate. Engraving remains good. Well done older restock, retains most of an old oil finish. Checkering possibly original but has been freshened. Forend wood appears to be original with checkering recut and has warped so that tip is not in contact with bbl. Bores are bright and shiny with 1 or 2 minor scattered pits in right bbl. Action is slightly loose. Bbls. appear to be on face. Right ejector will not fire. Case leather is still relatively light in color with large number of marks, chips and rubs. Handle is good although tender. Straps missing. Interior cloth is good to very good with considerable soiling. Label is also soiled and foxed with one rub through. Interior partitions are good with cloth rubbed through in action area. (22-1169/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-14,000. 101
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2164. NICELY REFURBISHED SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAMEGUN BY W. P. JONES. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 14220. The 27 3/8” sleeved chopper lump bbls. w/ matted game rib are engraved “W. P. Jones” “25, Whitall Street Birmingham” on tops. There are 1/2” triangles w/ scroll engraving at breech ends & scroll engraving in bands covering bbl. sleeving joint. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ Birmingham reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Birmingham proofs are also on bottoms of bbls. Coin finished Rogers’ patent sidelock action features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), crossbolt 3rd fastener, side clips, bushed strikers & dbl. triggers. Action is nicely filed & has attractive, deep chiseled fences in ribbon pattern. Action & lockplates are engraved w/ near full coverage very nicely cut, varying size scroll w/ sm. rose bouquet highlights & larger bursts of shaded scroll surrounding other bouquets at rear of plates & w/ another larger but similar area on bottom of action w/ blossoms in a vase. “J. W.” trademark is on bottom of action. Lockplates are engraved “W. P. JONES” in scrolled banners. Blued trigger guard w/ matching scroll has S# on tang. Nicely marbled & finely flame figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over “Silver” type pad by “London Guns” & features classic styling w/ drop points, point pattern checkering & gold oval engraved “J.W.H.”. Matching splinter Baker ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .730”, L .729” . Restriction: R .009” (IC), L .024” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .035”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/16”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a vintage green canvas leather trim case w/ brass corners w/ initials “G. R. H. P.” on top. Interior is lined in reddish cloth w/ reproduction Jones label in lid, along w/ 2 business cards, one for Geoffrey Pierce, the other for William P. Jones, Gun Manufacturers. CONDITION: fine as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack, most likely done at time of sleeving. Action is cleaned to coin finish & remains bright. Engraving is well preserved. Top lever, forend iron & trigger guard are reblued & show only a hint of silvering. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality oil refinish w/ scattered marks, sharp edges somewhat rounded, checkering recut. Bores are bright & shiny, action is tight. Ejectors are very slightly out of time. Case is dark w/ minor scuffs & rubs. Strap & handle are good. Interior cloth is somewhat faded w/ rubs, compressions & soiling. (22-1903/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-4,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2165. LOVELY LITTLE 2” TWELVE GAUGE IMPERIAL SIDELOCKEJECTOR SXS SHOTGUN BY CHURCHILL. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 6728 (ca. 1960). The 25” dovetailed bbls. are gold inlaid. “2” CASE” & “XXV” on slightly raised matted Churchill rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Churchill Gunmakers” Ltd.” & 7. Bury Street, St. James’s, London, England.” Bbls. flats are stamped w/ London nitro proofs for 2” chambers at 2 3/4 tons & .729”. Bottoms of bbls. are engraved w/ S#’s. Case hardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences & features automatic safety (safe inlaid in gold). Safety button has 3/16” high raised thumb piece which is nicely checkered. Action is fitted w/ dbl. triggers. Action & locks are engraved w/ near full coverage, varying sized shaded scroll as usually found on Imperial quality Churchill guns. The lg. scroll on lock plates is particularly attractive. Bottom of action is gold inlaid w/ a crown & is engraved “IMPERIAL” above crown. Front portion of each lock plate is engraved “E.J. CHURCHILL”. Blued top lever & trigger guard are engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is in scroll terminated ribbon on trigger guard tang. Lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/4”over thin hand checkered horn buttplate. Nicely shaped drop points are behind locks. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a gold oval engraved “FJR” is on toeline. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. BBLS: BORE DIA. left - .728”, right - .728”. RESTRICTIONS: left -.030” (I. Mod)., right - .012” (mod). MINIMUM WALL THICKNESS: left - .023”, right - .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 9/16”. Cast approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs., 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original green canvas V.C. case w/ stitched leather corners is lined in bluish green cloth. A gold embossed black leather Churchill label is in lid. Case contains 2 piece oak & brass cleaning rod & a pair of “Cogswell & Harrison” marked snap caps. CONDITION: very fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a London quality reblack. Engraving remaining sharp & clear. Action & lock plates retain approx. 60% original case hardening color, quite strong where protected. Top lever, trigger guard & trigger plate appear to have been reblued & retain approx. 90% of that blue (engraving somewhat softened). Stocks retain nearly all of what is possibly their original oil finish but is most likely a best quality oil refinish w/ some minor marks. Checkering is lightly worn & does not appear to have been recut. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no visible imperfections. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. Case is fine, some stains & rubs on exterior. Handle & interior cloth are good w/ some stains & soiling. Label & accessories are good. A light & lively sidelock gun. Most 2” guns are built on relatively inexpensive boxlock actions. 2” Sidelock guns are actually quite scarce. (21-3937/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000. 103
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2166. REFURBISHED E.J. CHURCHILL PINLESS PREMIER GRADE “XXV” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 2453 (1921). The 25” chopper lump bbls. are fitted with slightly raised Churchill rib. Rear portion is gold inlaid “XXV”. Tops of bbls. are engraved “E.J. Churchill (Gun Makers) Ltd.” “Agar Street, Strand, London. W.C. 2”. There are 1 1/2” triangles of scroll engraving at breech ends. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Casehardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences. Sidelocks are of Churchill’s “pinless” design which do not show ends of screws on outer surface to better show engraving. Action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold). Gold line tumbler end cocking indicators and double triggers. Action is engraved with full coverage, well cut shaded medium scroll within line, geometric and small scroll borders. “E.J. Churchill” is in scroll terminated ribbon on each lockplate. Bottom of action is gold inlaid and engraved “PREMIER” “Finest XXV Quality” “MODEL”. Single beaded trigger guard is engraved to match. Serial number is on tang. Lightly figured and streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15 3/4” over checkered wood butt, and features classic drop points, checkering and gold oval. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .733”, L: .732”. Restrictions: R: .014” (LIGHT MOD), L: .023” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .021”, L: .023”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8+”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. LOP: 15 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 5 oz. CONDITION: fine as reconditioned. Bbls. retaining essentially all of a best reblack, engraving softened. Action and lockplates retain approx. 30% original color and show some cleaning to silver. Stocks retain essentially all of a renewed oil finish. Replacement buttstock retains nearly all of its oil finish, checkering sharp. Forend has original wood, refinished, checkering recut. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is very tight (hinge pin has been replaced). Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and slightly out of time. (22-1142/MGM). CURIO. $6,000-10,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2167. SCARCE ROGER’S PATENT EASY OPENING E. J. CHURCHILL IMPERIAL GRADE XXV 1934 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAMEGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 5077 (mfg. 1935). The “Imperial” was Churchill’s second quality sidelock gun, and many find its unique engraving pattern to be quite attractive. This gun has 25” chopper lump bbls. w/ narrow Churchill rib gold inlaid “XXV”. Tops of bbls. are engraved “E. J. Churchill & Gun Makers Ltd.” & “Orange St. Gunworks, Leicester Square, London.” Bbl. flats are stamped w/ London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Coin finished backspring sidelock action is on the seldom seen John Rogers patent action of 1933. This easy opening action is similar in operation to the well known Baker (12/20) except cocking rods are depressed with the closing of the bbls., similar to a Purdey action. Action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved w/ near full coverage attractive varying size (mostly lg.) open shaded scroll within scroll & line borders. “E. J. Churchill” is on each lockplate. Bottom of action is gold inlaid w/ imperial crown between “Imperial” & “1934 Model”. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Well marbled & lightly figured European walnut, straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over checkered wood butt & features drop points, point pattern grip checkering, & the gold letter “T” inlet on toeline. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .729”, L .730”. Restriction: R . 019” (MOD), L .025” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .022”, L .021”. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: good, bbls. retaining most of an old reblue w/ considerable subsequent wear & some light frosting. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Engraving remains good w/ some wear evident on bottom. Stocks retain most of an old refinish (possibly original) w/ considerable wear to sharp edges from normal handling. Checkering is considerably worn. Bores are bright & shiny w/ a sm. dent noted about 7” behind muzzle on bottom of left bbl. Action is tight w/ evidence of work on hook. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. (22-1141/ MGM). CURIO. $5,000-10,000. 105
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2168. DAINTY E.J. CHURCHILL HERCULES GRADE XXV EJECTOR GAME GUN. Cal. 28 Ga. SN 6837. 25” dovetail lump bbls, flats stamped w/1983 Birmingham Nitro proofs for 2 3/4” shells. Tops of bbls engraved “E.J. CHURCHILL (Gunmakers)” / “Orange St Gunworks. Leicester Square London”, gold inlaid “XXV” near breech on slightly raised swamped game rib. Case hardened scrollback boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Tastefully engraved in well-executed flowing scroll work. “E.J. Churchill” is on each side of action. Top lever, floorplate and single beaded trigger guard are blued & engraved w/ matching scroll. Trigger plate engraved “Hercules” “Finest XXV Quality” (“XXV” is in gold) “Model”. Mounted in dark streaked figured European walnut. Straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering at grip w/ matching splinter ejector forend and Anson release. Left: Bore diameter: .550 Restriction: .028 (full). Right bore diameter: .550 Restriction: .030 (full). Wall thickness: Left: .035. Right: .031. DAC: 1 3/8” DAH: 2 1/16”. No cast. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls retain most of the origl blue, thinning on sides. Action retains approx. 95% of vibrant orig case color. Stocks retain over 95% orig oil finish w/ some handling marks & dings as associated with light field use. Bright shiny bores. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. A field worthy example of a late model Churchill from the 1980’s. (21-1608/WD). MODERN. $4,000-7,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2169. GRIFFIN & HOWE SQUARE BRIDGE MAGNUM MAUSER SPORTING RIFLE W/ PROVENANCE TO MARTIN & OSA JOHNSON & RAYMOND GUEST. Cal. 375 H&H. S# 744 (1928). Abercrombie & Fitch records show that this rifle was consigned by Mrs. M. Johnson on May 25, 1932 (Osa Johnson, wife of Martin). This corresponds to the time when these noted world travelers, authors and cinematographers had returned from their fourth safari and were purchasing their two Sikorsky amphibious planes in preparation for their fifth African trip. This rifle has 24” medium weight sporter bbl. fitted w/ stipled quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight. Unstipled portion of rib is engraved “No. 744 GRIFFIN & HOWE, inc. NEW YORK”. Bbl. is fitted w/ stipled front ramp holding silver bead sight under knurled protector. A partially banded on sling eye is fitted. Cal. is engraved at left side of breech end. Commercial, magnum length, square bridge model 98 Mauser action has checkered receiver ring & top of bridge & is mounted with G&H side scope base. It’s interesting to note that bridge is not drilled & tapped for receiver sight. Bolt with engine turned body & extractor has usual commercial handle w/ knob checkered in two panels. Usual flag safety is silver inlaid “SAFE” & “READY”. Original two stage trigger has checkered finger blade. Drop box bottom metal has hinged floorplate retained by button in trigger guard bow. Steel capped pistolgrip stock of attractively figured & marbled European walnut measures 14 5/8” over “Silver” type pad & features shadowline right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders, ebony forend tip, & recoil bolt w/ engraved heads. A sling stud on toeline matches that on bbl. Rifle is fitted w/ Hensalt ZielDialite 4x scope w/ crosshair & post reticle in G&H base w/ windage adjustment. PROVENANCE: Abercrombie & Fitch records also indicate this rifle was later purchased by Raymond Guest, ambassador to Ireland & brother of Winston Guest, noted sportsman & Hemingway companion. CONDITION: very fine as refinished, possibly by factory. Metal parts retain nearly all factory type rust blue w/ some light subsequent silvering and a few handling marks. Wood retains nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish. Checkering recut. Bore is bright & shiny w/ sharp, strong rifling, perhaps a bit soft at throat. Mechanically fine. Scope also appears to be refinished on exterior. Optically clear. (22-1891/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-16,000. 107
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2170. FINE GRIFFIN & HOWE 2” 12 BORE ROUND BODIED SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE TRIGGER GAME GUN BY ARIETTA WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 57-03-34-99 (1999). The 26 1/2” chopper lump bbls. are gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CARTRIDGES ONLY” on flat matted game rib. Top of right bbl. is engraved “Griffin & Howe - New York”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ 1999 Spanish nitro proofs for 2” chambers. Choke markings on bbls. are for IC & MOD. Case hardened Boss style rnd. bodied sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, Purdey type gas vents, engraved line tumbler end cocking indicators, quick removal lockplate pin & dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action & lockplates engraved w/ near full coverage well cut classic English scroll w/ rose bouquet highlights. Bottom of action is gold inlaid “GRIFFIN & HOWE” “NEW YORK”. Right hand single beaded trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on tang. Straight grip buttstock of very nicely marbled & fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 3/8” over dark brown leather covered pad. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ its original tan canvas case w/ glued on leather corners lined in dark blue felt. Leather Griffin & Howe label is in lid. Case contains cleaning equipment & a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, very close to as new w/ very little evidence of having been fired. There are a few scattered minor handling marks & pings mostly in wood. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically very fine. Ejectors are in time. Case is also excellent as is interior. (21-4010/MGM). MODERN. $4,000-8,000.
2171. GRIFFIN & HOWE HEAVY BBL. MAUSER VARMINT RIFLE .220 SWIFT W/ SCOPE, THE PROPERTY OF NORRIS MORGAN W/ PHOTOGRAPH & ILLUMINATOR PERIODICAL FEATURING PHOTO. Cal. .220 Swift. S# 199. Norris Morgan enjoyed long range shooting at woodchucks, a sport at which he often had Seymour Griffin as companion. In the Hartford Electric Light Company periodical “Illuminator” article, Norris is pictured in silhouette w/ this rifle. This rifle has 26” heavy Winchester bbl. w/ integral front ramp drilled & tapped for scope blocks. Griffin & Howe name is on top of bbl., their number is obscured by present front scope block. What appears to be commercial model 98 Mauser standard length action (although unnumbered/marked, the machining is of the highest quality). Trigger guard has integral mounting for set triggers & bolt knob is pear shaped has stippled receiver ring flanked by scroll engraving. Bolt handle has been lowered & shaped. Three checkered panels are on pear shaped knob. Flag safety is gold inlaid “FIRE” & “SAFE”. Bottom metal is fitted w/ double set triggers & front part of forend floorplate is checkered. Stock of well streaked dense European walnut exhibits classic G&H post WWII styling w/ swept shadowline right hand cheekpiece, steel grip cap, horn forend tip, & well cut point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders at grip & around forend. Stock measures 13 7/8” from front trigger over Winchester model 70 steel buttplate. Rifle is fitted w/ 15x Lyman “Super Targetspot” scope w/ crosshair reticle & lens covers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: included is an inventory sheet, a silhouette photo of Norris Morgan & copy of “Illuminator” periodical in which this photo is used. CONDITION: fine to very fine. Metal parts retaining nearly all later immersion blue (rear receiver ring lowered & clip slot welded up). Stock w/ only a few minor handling marks & scrape at top of comb. Checkering lightly worn. Bore is fine to very fine, action is smooth. Scope is fine, optically a bit hazy. (21-328/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-3,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2172. SCARCE AND DESIRABLE FULL NITRO 577 BOXLOCK DOUBLE RIFLE BY GEORGE BATE. Cal. .577, 3” for 100 grains of cordite, 750 grain bullet. S# 1089. This is the classic ultimate stopper; developing over 7,000 foot pounds of muzzle energy and examples are very hard to find. The 27 1/8” chopper lump barrels are fitted with file cut quarter rib holding one standing, 4 folding leaf express sight. Leaves have platinum lines and are marked for 200, 300, 400 and 500 yards. A white bead front sight is longitudinally dovetailed into short matching ramp. Tops of barrels are engraved “Geo Bate Gun & Rifle Manufacturer” and “132 Steelhouse Lane B’ham”. Barrel flats are stamped with Birmingham Nitro proofs for 100 grains of cordite and 750 grain bullet. Robust boxlock double trigger action appears to be a transition between the earlier and very expensive screw grip action and the later PHV-1. This action features non automatic safety, “SAFE” inlaid in gold and pivoting third fastener that engages large square shouldered dolls head rib extension. Action walls are reinforced on sides and strikers are bushed. Action is engraved with about 60% coverage very nicely cut open scroll within line and scroll borders. Blued top lever, floorplate and trigger guard are engraved with more of this very attractive scroll. Serial number(1089) is on trigger guard tang that extends to large steel grip cap. Capped pistol grip buttstock of dense well streaked and lightly flame figured European walnut has grain correctly laid out through grip for maximum strength and measures 15 1/2” over brown leather covered pad. Stock features drop points, point pattern grip checkering and vacant silver oval along with a sling eye on toeline matching that on barrels. Splinter forend has Anson release. Measurements: DAC: 1 3/4” plus. DAH: 2 3/4”. Neutral cast. Weight: 13 lbs. CONDITION: fine as reconditioned. Barrels retaining over 90% old plum colored reblue. Engraving slightly softened. Action has been cleaned to coin finish over some scattered frosting. Engraving still clear. Top lever, floorplate & trigger guard reblued. Top lever is flaked and worn to about 30% from hand carrying wear. Trigger plate retains nearly all of its blue with a scuff towards front. Trigger guard with flaking on trigger guard bow is gray on tang. Good quality renewed buttstock retains nearly all of its original oil finish with a few light handling marks. Refinished forearm wood also has some marks, checkering competently recut. Bores are good, strong rifling throughout with some scattered pits mostly in right barrel with some darkness in grooves. Action is tight. Barrels are on face. The ideal rifle for your next elephant hunt. Consignor states that this rifle shoots exceptionally well and has accounted for a number of elephant and buffalo in the hands of its previous owner. (22-1488/MGM). CURIO. $27,500-37,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2173. ROBUST SIDELOCK 8 BORE DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE BY COGSWELL & HARRISON. Cal. 8 Ga., 3”. S# 10354 (1880). At the time this rifle was made, the 8 bore had a good reputation on heavy game & was considered just the thing for most pachyderms. This rifle has 28 1/8” bbls. of high quality 3 stripe Damascus which are fitted w/ full length hand matted rib mounted w/ one standing, one folding leaf express rear & silver bead front sights. Tops of bbls. are engraved “COGSWELL & HARRISON” & “142 New Bond Street London”. Rib extension is cut for Scott’s patent pivoting square shoulder third bite. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ London black powder proofs for 10 bore & 8 ga. chambers. Serial numbers are on bottoms of bbls. A lg. sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. W&C Scott’s number 27393 is also on bottom rib in front of loop. Heavy case hardened top lever action is of Perkes’ patent w/ cocking rods in watertable. Watertable is also marked “NO 761” “PATENT” “409” & “PATENT ACTION”. Action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), pivoting third fastener & dbl. triggers. Backspring sidelocks are fitted w/ sliding safety bolts. Action & lockplates are engraved w/ 60% coverage well cut varying size scroll w/ in scroll borders. Lockplates are engraved “COGSWELL & HARRISON” on scrolling ribands. Blued trigger guard engraved w/ scroll on bow has S# on tang which extends to horn grip cap in usual dbl. rifle fashion. Heavy pistol grip buttstock of lightly marbled & figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over solid red Silver type pad w/ top spur. Stock also features closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip, right hand shadowline cheekpiece along w/ a vacant silver oval & sling eye matching that on bbls. along the toeline. Matching near fully checkered splinter forend has forward pivoting lever release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: approx. 2 1/2”. DAC: approx. 1 7/8”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 17 lb. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: relatively new brown leather case w/ leather corners & central brass oval is lined in burgundy cloth. A reproduction vinyl Cogswell & Harrison label is in lid. Bottom compartment has partitions topped in oak & has accessories French fitted which include a pair of ebony handle turn screws, a rnd. oil bottle, a brass striker bottle & 2 Cogswell & Harrison marked 8 bore snapcaps. A covered compartment contains 8 fired brass cases marked Cogswell & Harrison. Also accompanying rifle is a copy of the certificate of origin from Cogswell & Harrison listing dates & work history. CONDITION: very good to fine as refinished. Bbls. retaining approx. 90% of a rebrown w/ good definition to pattern. Engraving has been picked up. Sights reblued. Action & lockplates retain over 90% renewed case hardening color, engraving remains clear. Top lever & trigger guard retain most of an old reblue, engraving somewhat softened. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish w/ a few subsequent marks, pad relatively new, checkering recut. Bores are fine to very fine, shiny throughout w/ evidence of light frosting in both bbls., heaviest in left bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Mechanically good. Relatively new case shows a considerable number of scuffs & marks. Straps are good, handle w/ repair using a bent nail. Interior cloth is good to fine. Accessories are very fine. All 8 bore double rifles are rare, Hammerless side locks especially so. (01-20586/MGM). ANTIQUE. $15,000-25,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2174. VERY SCARCE AND IMPRESSIVE C. HUNT & CO. “ROYAL CHAMPIONSHIP PIGEON GUN”. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 17086. This sidelock ejector double trigger robust gun has some very interesting features. The 27 5/8” dovetailed bbls. are fitted with narrow matted game rib having large square shouldered doll’s head extension engraved “VARRIALES PATENT” (no references found). Tops of bbls. are engraved “The Royal Championship Pigeon Gun” and “C. Hunt & Co. Ltd. Birmingham & London.” (working at 2-3 Vesey St. Birmingham, 1908-19). There are four 1 1/2” triangles of well cut scroll at breech ends. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are engraved “SIR J. WHITWORTH’S COMPRESSED FLUID STEEL” and with tube numbers 35952/3. Sheaf of Wheat trademarks are stamped, and bbls. are also engraved with maker’s name. Robust side lock action has large deep fences to accommodate unusual dual square cross bolt third, and pivoting fourth fasteners. Action also features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” in gold), side clips, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators and double triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage exceptionally well cut small shaded scroll surrounding rose bouquets. “C. HUNT & CO. Ltd” is inlaid in gold on right lockplate. “BIRMINGHAM & LONDON” are in gold on left. A sovereign’s crown is gold inlaid on blued top lever and trigger guard bow is gold inlaid “THE ROYAL” “CHAMPIONSHIP” “PIGEON” “GUN” on pleated ribbon device. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. “C. Hunt & Co. Ltd.” is engraved on scroll outlined ribbon on watertable and forend iron. Straight grip buttstock of beautifully marbled and lightly burl figured, flesh toned European walnut, measures 14 1/4” over checkered wood butt. Checkering is on oval plug which covers stock hollowed for balance. Flat top checkering at grip has very fancy crenelated border. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. Checkering has ribbons through pattern. A gold inlaid pigeon is sitting on the edge of a box on shaped central escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .732”, L: .732”. Restrictions: R: .041” (EXTRA FULL), L: .043” (EXTRA FULL). (Chokes with long tapered leads start 6” behind muzzles.) Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .036”, L: .034”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with an older brown canvas case with stitched leather corners by Brady. Case contains cleaning equipment, snap caps and oil bottle. CONDITION: exceptionally fine as is partially refinished. Bbls. retaining near all of what appears to be their original blue but are most likely a very sympathetic reblue with very little polishing. I say this because there is no wear evident on both sides of bbls. above forend, which does show some wear. Action and lockplates retain nearly all of what appears to be their original casehardening color. Again, there is very little wear evident on beads where expected. However, there are extractor wipe marks on breech face and some silver evident on watertable from use. Top lever is slightly brown on thumb piece, and trigger guard shows considerable blue loss from flaking and silvering on grip. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears their original oil finish; possibly an old light refinish with some minor marks, checkering is somewhat worn. This wear matches that found on forend and escutcheon with gold pigeon which is considerably silvered. Bores are bright and shiny without any noted problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. There are two holes in bottom rib plugged with screws where a sling loop would be attached, but it does not appear that any loop was installed. There is no corresponding hole in toe line. Case shows some exterior wear. Interior cloth is fine with some impressions. This is truly a wonderful gun. (22-1137/MGM). CURIO. $12,500-17,500. 113
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2175. SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE BY SEARCY WITH SCOPE AND TRAVEL CASE. Cal. 500 NE. S# BL229. Butch Searcy answered the call for an affordable and dependable double rifle for African use and his products have a very good reputation. This rifle has 24” monobloc bbls. fitted with quarter rib holding 1 standing, 1 folding leaf express rear sight; and with milling cuts and block for Talley detachable scope rings. Ramp front sight base holds silver bead. Mid rib is engraved “H. Searcy & Co. Boron Ca. U.S.A.” Cal. is engraved on top rear of left bbl. Serial number is on bbl. flats. There is no provision for a sling. Coin finished boxlock action with ornamental sideplates features non automatic safety, bushed strikers, reinforced action bar, and double triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with about 30% coverage varying size scroll. Each lockplate is engraved “H. SEARCY & CO.” Nicely streaked and lightly figured European walnut, steel capped pistol grip buttstock is well laid out with strong grain through grip and measures 14 1/2 over brown leather covered pad. Stock also features swept shadowline right hand cheekpiece and point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter SouthGate ejector forend has Deeley type release. Rifle is mounted with Leupold VX-III 1.5-5 scope with duplex reticle in detachable Talley rings. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is housed in aluminum “Americase” with combination lock which is lined in dark green velvet. Case contains a pair of aluminum snap caps, a bore snake and two keys. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears to be test fired only and shows little evidence of ever having been on safari. Bbl., action, and stock retain nearly all of their original factory finishes with only one or two of the faintest handling and assembly marks. There is some light staining on right lockplate. Mechanically crisp. Scope is also very fine essentially “as new”. Case also shows little external wear or marks. Interior does have some compressions and is rubbed through in lid from contact with rear sight. (22-1022/MGM). MODERN. $10,000-14,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2176. SUPERB SINGLE SHOT DROPPING BLOCK VARMINT RIFLE BY MARTINI & HAGN. Cal. 22-250. S# MHK4 (on left side of opening lever). Ralph Martini & Martin Hagn worked together building Hagn’s single shot rifle for 7 years between 2000 & 2007. They are known for their superb craftsmanship & classic design. This fine rifle has 26” heavyweight sporter bbl. gold inlaid “Martini & Hagn B.C. Canada” at top center & with caliber at top rear. Custom bases for talley rings are applied at front & milled in at rear of bbl. shank. Gold bands are around breech end of bbl. Casehardened Hagn action has usual roll type safety with gold dot to indicate fire position. “S” is also stamped. Action is engraved with 70% coverage exceptionally well cut. Sm. scroll with rose bouquet highlights within larger open scroll borders. “Martini & Hagn” is stamped on left side of breech block (visible when action is open). Steel capped pistol grip buttstock of exhibition grade, wonderfully marbled & somewhat stumped figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over black ostrich leather covered rifle pad. Stock features classic shadowline right hand cheekpiece & cleanly cut flat top point pattern checkering at grip. A sling eye is on toeline. Matching full forend attaches to bbl. with side screw through unique tension adjustable loop on bottom of bbl. Bbl. is fitted with Talley standard rings for 30mm scope. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Talley scope ring box containing wrench. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Rifle shows very little use, & looks essentially “as new” with very few minor marks in all fine original finishes. Bore is bright & shiny; mechanically excellent. (22-982/MGM). MODERN. $8,000-12,000.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2177. UNUSUAL SLIDE OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR 16 GAUGE LIGHT GAME GUN BY C.S. ROSSON WITH CASE. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 3480. C.S. Rosson patented his slide opening action in 1931. It had limited use, but was well liked by most customers. This best quality gun, the 80th gun made in 1934, has 26” dovetailed bbls. engraved “C.S. Rosson & Co. Rampant Horse Street. Norwich.” on very narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers; bottoms of bbls. with serial numbers. Casehardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) and blued large opening slide at top of grip. When slide is in rear position, “BOLTED” in gold can be seen. Top of action is engraved “Rosson’s” “Slide” “Opening”. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage very well cut shaded scroll within small scroll borders. “C.S. Rosson & Co.” is at the front of each lockplate. Blued trigger guard with matching scroll on bow has serial number on trigger guard tang. Rosson’s serial numbers are configured so that the 1st two digits are the year of manufacture, the 2nd two are the gun number. Fine quality, replacement straight grip buttstock of beautifully marbled and lightly figured, flesh toned European walnut measures 14 3/4” over checkered wood butt. Well cut point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend w/ Anson release, appears to retain original wood. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .666”, L: .669”. Restrictions: R: .005” (IC), L: .022” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .022”, L: .028”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 1/2-”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in vintage tan leather case with stitched leather corners, lined with burgundy cloth. A Stephen Grant & Joseph Lang paper label is in lid. Case contains a pair of 16 gauge snap caps. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Action and locks show considerable cleaning to coin finish with some traces of original casehardening color showing through. Opening slide, triggers and trigger guard retain nearly all of their reblue. Fine replacement buttstock retains nearly all of its original best rubbed oil finish, with a scattering of subsequent marks. Checkering shows almost no wear. Forend wood refinished to match buttstock, checkering is competently recut. Bores are bright and shiny with some light frosting in the breech end of right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather shows a few rubs. Interior cloth has some compressions and very light soiling. Label is slightly foxed. This is a very nice little gun. (22-1138/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2178. SCARCE JAMES WOODWARD & SONS SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 6943 (1932). This unusual gun built on a modified O/U action has 32” demi bloc bbl. Extensive machining of breech end leaves heavy octagonal bottom section covered by wood of forend. Bbls. are fitted with slightly raised ventilated rib by “Simmons” with 2 white beads. Top left side of bbl. is engraved “James Woodward & Sons. 64 St James’s Street. London England”. Bottom is stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chamber. Serial number is on bottom of lump. Casehardened top lever action is of low profile but uses a standard hinge pin. Action is engraved with 80% coverage Woodward house style rose and scroll. “J. Woodward & Sons” is in classic Woodward parchment scroll device on front of each lockplate. Trigger guard and top lever are blued, and engraved with matching scroll and roses; serial number is engraved on trigger guard tang. Replacement steel capped pistol grip buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 14 3/4” over brown leather covered pad over tapered 1” to 1 3/8” extension. Stock has 1/2” Monte Carlo, point pattern checkering at grip and a vacant silver oval on toe line. One piece, long beavertail ejector forend appears to be original and has shaped horn extension to Anson release button housing. MEASUREMENTS: BBL.: Bore Diameter: .734”. Restriction: .039” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: .028”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 7/16” (rear of Monte Carlo). 1 13/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in plastic “ADG Sports” hard case with foam lining. CONDITION: very good as partially refurbished. Bbl. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Action and lockplates retain most of their original casehardening color which was never vivid. Newer buttstock retains most of its original finish with some light marks. Checkering is slightly worn. What appears to be original forend is most likely refinished and has a few dings; checkering somewhat worn especially on right side. Bore is bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejector is strong. Case is good. (22-984/MGM). CURIO. $6,000-12,000. 117
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2179. FINE F. BEESLEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR LIGHT GAME GUN IN “AS FOUND” CONDITION. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 2389 (1914). The 29 3/4” chopper lump bbls. are engraved “F. BEESLEY” “2 St. Jame’s Street” “London”. “Pall Mall Corner” on narrow game rib. The “#1” is gold inlaid at rear of rib matching “1” on top lever and engraved on forend iron. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel”. There are four 1/2” triangles of well cut scroll at breech ends. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with serial numbers, and tube numbers 41412 and 41413 are on loop. Casehardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences and features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) and double triggers. Action is nicely filed and fences are filed with deep relief fern leaves, a Beesley trademark. Action and lockplates are engraved with very nicely cut rose and scroll that appears to be the work of the Sumner family. “Beesley Patent” “London” is in crown and scroll device on each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “Beesley’s” “Patent”. Top lever is engraved “PATENT”. Blued trigger guard, with matching rose and scroll on bow, has serial number on short tang. Straight grip buttstock of very well marbled and lightly figured European walnut, measures 14 3/4” over checkered wood butt. Stock features classic drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering and vacant silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .730”, L: .731”. Restrictions: R: .009” (IC), L: .014” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .025”, L: .023”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 11 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished, “as found”. Bbls. retain about 60% of old reblack worn to silver from normal hand wear above forend and on high points. Action retains about 10% original casehardening color where protected and is mostly silver to gray. Lockplates retain 50-60% original casehardening color, strongest on left which shows some cleaning on edges. Stocks retain most of their original finish, with a large number of marks and scratches. Finish is worn through at grip and on forend from prolonged hand wear, checkering is worn almost smooth at grip and shows considerable wear on forend, but does not appear to have been recut. Sharp edges of stock are somewhat rounded. Forend is missing slivers of wood at left bbl. channel. Otherwise, stocks appear sound. Bores are fine with some very light frosting; with no major problems noted. Action is very slightly loose with forend removed, and are down on flats. Bbls. are very slightly off face. Ejectors are strong and slightly out of time. A fine gun in need of some TLC. (22-1148/MGM). CURIO. $6,000-12,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 118
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2180. FREDERICK BEESLEY SELF OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 1396 (1896). Built on the Beesley designed action that was assigned to Purdey’s in the early 1880s, this gun has 30” chopper lump bbls. engraved “F. BEESLEY” (from Purdey’s) 2. St. Jame’s Street, London, corner of Pall Mall.” on swamped game rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel”. This is gun #2 of a pair with the number “2” engraved at rear of rib, on top lever and forend iron. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with serial numbers and “Sheaf of Wheat” logos. Coin finished Beesley self opening sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers and single nonselective trigger (trigger guard bow marked “Green’s Patent”). Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut rose and scroll. Lockplates are engraved “FROM” “F. BEESLEY” “PURDEY’S” “PATENT”, in attractive scrolling device. Bottom of action is engraved “BEESLEY’S” “PATENT”. Top lever is engraved “PATENT”. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock, of well marbled and lightly figured European walnut, measures 14 1/8” over checkered hard rubber buttplate. Stock features usual drop points, point pattern checkering on diamond hand and vacant silver oval on toe line. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .731” with .004” flare, L: .731”. Restrictions: 0. Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .024”, L: .023”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14 1/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 2 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retaining most of a reblack over scattered light pitting, engraving considerably softened. Action is cleaned to silver gray with light pitting. Stocks show considerable wear, sharp edges rounded, oil refinish over a few marks and checkering recut. Bores are shiny. Right bbl. with a large number of scattered pits. Left bbl. has a few pits and evidence of dent removal about 6” in front of forend. Dents have also been removed from right bbl. 8” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. slightly off face. “Three pull” single trigger appears to work well. Ejectors will not fire. (01-20906/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000. 119
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2181. FINE HENRY ATKIN SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN W/ CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# 1865 (1906). The 30” chopper lump bbls. are engraved “Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel” & “Henry Atkin (from Purdey’s) 41 Jermyn Street London. S.W.” on very narrow swamped game rib. Rear portion of rib has scroll engraving & is gold inlaid w/ the number “3” (this gun was the third gun of a trio w/ “3” gold inlaid on top of action & forend tip). Bbl. flats are stamped w/ London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers along w/ 1979 London reproofs at .740. Flats are also stamped w/ Whitworth “Sheaf of Wheat” logos. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped “S.H.” & w/ serial numbers. Water table is stamped w/ London view proofs, S# & “E.C. Hodges” (most likely the actual maker of this gun). Case hardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences & is opened by sidelever on right side. Action also features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved w/ 80% coverage classic British rose & scroll which is very nicely cut. “Henry Atkin” is on each lockplate. Blued trigger guard is also scroll engraved. S# is on tang. Very finely marbled & lightly fiddle figured dark European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 5/16” over brown pigskin leather covered pad. Stock also features sm. drop points, flat top point pattern checkering at grip & a silver oval engraved “JFC” on toeline. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .727”, L .737”. Restriction: R .009” (IC), L .020” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .022”, L .020”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 1/2-”. LOP: 14 5/16”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is accompanied by a maker’s leather case w/ brass corners lined in scarlet cloth. A “Henry Atkin 88 Jermyn Street” label is in lid. Case contains some Turk’s heads & mops. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack, most likely done at time of reproof, engraving remains clear. Action & lockplates are cleaned to silver gray over a sm. amount of scattered pitting. Engraving remains sharp & clear. Sidelever & trigger guard retain most of their reblue, engraving on both is softened, especially so on trigger guard tang. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish w/ a scattering of subsequent marks, checkering recut. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. Case leather is very dark w/ a considerable amount of top grain loss, rubs & marks, stitching detached along sides w/ losses of leather. Old straps & handle are good. Interior cloth is fair, considerably soiled w/ many rubs through, quite dirty. Label is very good, lightly foxed & soiled. Partitions are good. Guns by Henry Atkin are always well-made and generally sought after. (22-167/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2182. BRACE OF BOSS HAMMER SHOTGUNS WITH CASE. 1) Cal. 16 Ga. S# 1875 (circa 1870). The 30” two stripe Damascus bbls. are engraved “BOSS & CO.” “73 ST. JAME’S STREET, LONDON” on concave game rib with small triangles of well cut scroll engraving at breech ends. Bbl. flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 16 bore. Bbls. are fitted with Briley 28 Ga. full length tubes. Round bodied, Jones under lever action is fitted with peninsula back spring locks with rebounding serpentine hammers having tall spurs. Action and locks are engraved with 70% coverage well cut floral scroll. “Boss & Co.” is on each lockplate. Newly made buttstock of attractive flame figured and well marbled European walnut measures 14 1/2” over black pad. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend attaches to bbls. with side bolt through oval escutcheons. (Measurements; 28 Ga. sub ga. tubes installed which are fitted with interchangeable chokes.) STOCK: DAH: 1 13/16”. DAC: 1 3/16”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining most of an old rebrown with good definition to pattern. Action and lockplates are dark gray overall. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish. Action is slightly loose. Bbls. are off face. Locks are good. Hammers are most likely replaced but match well. Side bolt loose on forend, one escutcheon missing. (0120899/MGM). 2) Cal. 12 Ga. S# 1633 (circa 1857). This gun was originally made as a pinfire. Original bbls. are sleeved with pinholes plugged. Rib is engraved “Thomas Boss & Co.” “73 ST. JAME”S STREET” “LONDON”. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped “SLEEVED”. Jones underlever action is fitted with front spring locks having rebounding serpentine hammers. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage large scroll. Hammers are engraved with small scroll. Straight grip buttstock of well marbled and figured, dense European walnut, measures 14 1/4” over steel buttplate with long spur. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip, and a silver oval on toe line is engraved with what appears to be a mountain. Matching splinter forend with inlet horn tip is fully checkered and attaches to bbls. with captive side bolt through oval steel escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .729”, L: .727”. Restrictions: R: .009” (IC), L: .014” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .033”, L: .036”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: both guns are housed in a vintage leather case with brass corners. Case is lined in scarlet cloth and has old paper Boss label in lid. Bottom compartment is configured for both guns and contains “BOSS” marked square oil bottle, 12 gauge “BOSS” marked snap caps, 2 other pair of snap caps, one for 28 and one for 410, wood and brass cleaning rod, cleaning patches and extra choke tubes, two 28 gauge and two 410. CONDITION: good as refurbished, bbls. retaining nearly all reblack done at time of proof. Action and lockplates are gray to dark gray, over some light pitting and frosting. Buttstock retains most of an old oil finish; sharp edges and drop points well worn. Checkering is recut. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Locks are very good. Right lock with weak main spring. Hammer screws are replaced. Edges of forend show repairs. Case leather is dark with many marks and rubs. New interior cloth is very fine. Old label considerably foxed but generally good with one rub through. Accessories are good. Side bolt replaced in forend which is loose. (01-20900/MGM). BOTH ANTIQUE. $5,000-6000. 121 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2183. COLLECTOR’S LOT, A TRIO OF BOSS & CO. 12 BORE BARRELS HOUSED IN A FASCINATING SMALL OAK & LEATHER FACTORY CASE. 1) S# 4845. 12 Ga., 2 1/2” chambers. 30” Fluid steel bbls. w/ plain concave rib that have sm. steel front bead & are engraved “BOSS & CO. 73 ST JAMES’S STREET LONDON” w/ gold inlaid “1”, sm. gold inlaid star & burst of scroll on rib. Sm. ring has engraving at breech. Bbl. flats w/ Nitro proof marks & bottom of tubes w/ SN. Measurements: right: .738”, choke: .039”. Left: .737”, choke: .042”. Minimum wall thickness: right: .025”, left: .024”.CONDITION: excellent retaining more than 90% of their original plum brown bbl. blue w/ light rubs & a few areas of beginning corrosion but overall excellent w/ very sound ribs & beautiful bores. 2) S# 4846. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 1/2” chambers. 30” Fluid steel bbls. w/ plain concave rib that have sm. steel front bead & are engraved “BOSS & CO. 73 ST JAMES’S STREET LONDON” w/ gold inlaid “2”, sm. gold inlaid star & burst of scroll on rib. Sm. ring has engraving at breech. Bbl. flats w/ Nitro proof marks & bottom of tubes w/ SN. Measurements: right: .736”, choke: .040”. Left: .737”, choke: .042”(full). Minimum wall thickness: right: .022”, left: .024”. CONDITION: excellent retaining more than 90% of their original plum brown bbl. blue w/ light rubs & a few areas of beginning corrosion but overall excellent w/ very sound ribs & beautiful bores. Ribs ring nicely. A minor impression or 2 on sides of rib but overall excellent. 3) S# 4847. 12 Ga., 2 1/2” chambers. 30” Fluid steel bbls. w/ plain concave rib are engraved “BOSS & CO. 73 ST JAMES’S STREET LONDON” w/ gold inlaid “3”, sm. gold inlaid star & burst of scroll on rib. Sm. ring has engraving at breech. Bbl. flats w/ Nitro proof marks & bottom of tubes w/ SN. Missing front bead. Measurements: right: .738”, choke: .040”. Left: .738”, choke: .041”(full). Minimum wall thickness: right: .026”, left: .025”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: all 3 bbl. sets are housed in a very cool diminutive full oak & leather case w/ brass furniture which is embossed on top w/ crown, lg. “C” & “ROYAL HORSE GUARDS”. Case measures 32 1/2” long, 5 1/2” wide & 31/4” deep, Housing these bbls. perfectly. Case is very good w/ numerous rubs, scratches & leather drying w/ craquelure, though structurally sound. Interior very good w/ soiling & rub marks. CONDITION: good. Retains about 80% of its original blue. Several areas of beginning erosion on rib & towards muzzles. Front bead is missing. Bores are bright & shiny. Ribs ring well. (02-16617/JSL). $3,500-5,500.
2184. SIDELOCK EJECTOR, EASY OPENING, GAME GUN BY ARMSTRONG & CO. OF NEWCASTLE ON TYNE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 43072. This gun, built on the Baker patent easy opening action retailed by Lancaster as the “12/20”, has 28” dovetailed bbls. with maker’s name and address on swamped game rib. Gun is one of a pair with #1 gold inlaid in all the normal places. Bbl. flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers and Birmingham reproofs at .740. Coin finished action features automatic safety, (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener and double triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage classic British rose and scroll. “ARMSTRONG & CO.” is on each lockplate. Blued trigger guard has serial number on tang. Straight grip buttstock of nicely figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over ribbed horn buttplate. Stock features drop points and flat top point pattern checkering. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .735”, L: .737”. Restrictions: R: .007” (IC), L: .042” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .028”, L: .024”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 4 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retain nearly all of a best reblack over considerable scattered pitting. Engraving on bbls. is almost gone. Action is cleaned to silver gray over scattered light pitting, engraving softened. Top lever and trigger guard have nearly all of a reblue, engraving quite soft. Stocks retain nearly all of their oil refinish with a few bumps and scratches, checkering recut. Bores are fine, shiny and without noted major problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. (22-1117/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-6,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2185. VERY FINE HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION ULTRA LIGHT 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOSEPH CURRY WITH EXCEPTIONALLY FINE ENGRAVING & WOOD WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 1837. Joseph Henry Curry was working at 24 Whittall St., Birmingham between 1936-40. It appears a gun maker of the same name was known to have been working at 10 St. Mary’s Row at Birmingham Circa (1912). This gun has 26” dovetailed bbls. gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on narrow game rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Joseph Curry Gun Maker” “24 Whitthall St. Birmingham”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. S# is engraved on bottom of left bbl. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action shows above average filing w/ well-shaped bead around fences & sm. chevron as transition to thumbpiece on top lever. Action engraved w/ full coverage very nicely cut lg. open shaded scroll w/ acanthus & strapwork highlights. On sides of action, this fine work surrounds oval game scenes w/ pair of flying pheasant on left & ducks on right. “JOSEPH CURRY” is under each scene. A trio of feeding grouse are on top of blued trigger plate. Fences engraved in foliate motif. A pointing pointer is on trigger guard bow. S# is on short tang. Eye-catching, finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over checkered wood butt. Side panels have nicely shaped drop points & classic point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders is on semi-diamond hand. A silver oval on toeline is engraved “V. M. R. G.”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .727”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .033” (FULL), left: .039” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .024”, left: .021”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 2 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a vintage tan canvas case w/ leather trim & brass corners lined in burgundy cloth. CONDITION: fine original essentially as found. Bbls. retaining approx. 85% original blue, silvering from case wear on tops of breech and muzzles, thinning on sides from normal hand wear. Action retains approx. 80% case hardening color. Thinning & browning around bottom & silver on fences. Top tang shows some flecking. Most of the original blue remains on top lever, floorplate & trigger guard. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their original oil finish w/ some scattered light marks. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no evidence of any repairs or problems, except for very slight ping top of left bbl. about 12” from breech end. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case is good, exterior darkened w/ rubs & bumps. Straps & handle are good. Interior cloth is good. This is a lovely little gun. (21-4035/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-7,000. 123
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2186. SUPERB HIGH CONDITION BOXLOCK EJECTOR 2” 12 BORE GAME GUN BY SKIMIN & WOOD RETAILED BY KIMBALL’S OF WOBURN, MASS. WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 87972. Kimball Arms Company of Woburn, Mass. started as a semi-custom rifle maker teamed up with Ned Roberts in the 20s & 30s. This gun retailed by the later Kimball Arms Company has 26” dovetailed bbls. silver inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on narrow matted game rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Kimball Arms. Co. Woburn Mass” & “Made in England”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 60% coverage well cut scroll w/in scroll & line borders. Right side is engraved “Skimin & Wood” in scrolling riband. Left side in matching scroll is engraved “20th Century A”. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of well streaked & figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over checkered horn buttplate. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .730”, left: .730”. Restriction: right: .020” (MOD), left: .023” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .023”, left: .026”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ tan canvas leather trimmed case by Brady. Interior lined in burgundy cloth & contains cleaning equipment, square oil bottle & a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: fine, bbls. retaining over 90% original blue w/ some slight thinning & some sharp edge wear. Action retains around 90% original case hardening color silvering on edges of fences & around bottom from normal hand wear. Top lever & floorplate retain over 95% of their blue. Blue on trigger guard considerably flaked to grayish brown w/ perhaps 10% blue remaining. Stocks retain over 90% of their original hand rubbed oil finish w/ some light marks & scratches. Checkering somewhat worn. Bores are bright & shiny & have no noted repairs or problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Case is very fine. Exterior somewhat faded. Straps & handle are good. Interior is fine w/ some rubs & marks. Accessories are near new. A truly fine gun. (21-4006/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.
2187. HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION W.J. JEFFERY FARQUHARSON DROPPING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT RIFLE IN 303 BRITISH SHOWING SOME POOR STORAGE. S# 9043. 25” Tapered round bbl. has full length matted rib fitted with one standing, 3 folding leaf express rear sight. Rear standing leaf is cutaway for use with tang sight (not installed). 100 Yard sight blade folds into recess at front to act as standing leaf without tang sight. White bead front sight is longitudinally dovetailed in muzzle end. Case hardened second style “PD” Farquharson action w/ lever safety on right side is engraved with classic Jeffery address in circular belt on left side within small scroll and line borders. Right side is engraved “SAFE” at top. Serial number is in center of belt and on opening lever. Capped pistol grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over a steel buttplate with trap. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Sling eye, matching that on bottom of barrel, is on toeline along with a vacant silver oval. Matching swept Turner type forend has horn tip and screws to barrel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Provenance: letter from Holland & Holland dated 6 February, 1985 stating that rifle was made in 1899. Broken firing pin. CONDITION: rifle appears little used and has nearly all of its original finishes, however rifle shows considerable rusting and loss of finish from improper storage. Barrel has some splotches of heavy rusting, mostly on right side and along rib. Action has patches of this fairly deep rust, mostly on left side. Operating lever shows considerable rusting toward bottom. Stocks retain nearly all of their oil finish with a few minor marks and chips. Horn forend tip shows insect damage, mostly in barrel channel. Bore is fine with some frosting in grooves. Action is smooth. Broken firing pin in plastic bag is attached to trigger guard bow. A handy little rifle that may clean up well. (22-1508/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-6,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2189. NICELY RESTORED ULTRALIGHT 2 INCH 12 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN BY H. MONK WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 193416. 25 1/8” bbls. engraved “HENRY MONK CHESTER” & silver inlaid “2 INCH ONLY CASE” on low narrow game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 12 ga. 2” & 7/8 oz. shot. Bottoms of bbls. engraved w/ importer (Woodcock Hill). Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers & is filed w/ arcaded fences. Action engraved w/ about 60% coverage varying size scroll. “H. Monk” is on both sides. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard engraved with matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Lightly fiddle figured & marbled straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over russet leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .731”, left: .730”. Restriction: right: .005” (IC), left: .009” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .027”, left: .025”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun accompanied by relatively new green canvas case w/ leather corners lined in green felt. CONDITION: very fine as completed reconditioned, retaining nearly all fine custom finishes on both wood & metal surfaces. Engraving has been picked up on bbl., floorplate & trigger guard. Checkering competently recut. Leather covered pad is relatively new. Bores are bright & shiny, action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Case is close to new. (21-4000/MGM). CURIO. $3,250-4,750.
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2188. HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION DAINTY HAMMER .410 GAME GUN RETAILED BY RUSSELL HILLSDON. Cal. 410, 3”. S# 97423. These sm. bore British shotguns are often found in poor condition from long term storage in garden sheds & barns, ready for use in exterminating pests, therefore examples in high condition are fairly scarce. This gun has 28” dovetailed bbls., engraved “Royal Counties” on swamped game rib. Tops of bbls. engraved “Russell Hillsdon” “Chichester”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 3” chambers & 9/16 oz. of shot. Casehardened top lever action fitted w/ back spring locks w/ sm. round bodied serpentine rebounding hammers. Water table stamped “Solid Bar” & w/ S#. Action engraved w/ about 40% coverage varying size scroll w/in dbl. line borders. Blued trigger guard w/ scroll on bow has S# on tang. Straight grip buttstock of nicely streaked European walnut measures 14 1/8” over serrated wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has spring tension release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls: bore diameter: right: .382”, left: .382”. Restriction: right: (FULL?), left: (FULL?). Minimum wall thickness: right: .032, left: .032. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 4 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: very fine, original as found. Bbls. retaining over 90% original blue thinning on sides w/ some silvering of sharp edges. Action & locks retain over 70% original casehardening color, most loss due to hand wear on bottom of action & tail on right lockplate. Trigger guard retains perhaps 10% of its original blue, loss due to flaking & some wear. Stocks retain over 90% of their original oil finish w/ a lg. number of light marks & scratches w/ a fairly lg. concentration on left side of butt below comb. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Locks are crisp. (21-3961/MGM). CURIO. $3,500-5,500.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2190. INTERESTING BOXLOCK EJECTOR 12 GAUGE 2” GAME GUN BY H. MONK. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 19369. This maker is not listed in Nigel Brown. However, there are other gunmakers named Monk. It has 26” dovetailed bbls. marked “H. MONK. CHESTER.” on slightly raised at breech end narrow swamped game rib. Breech end of rib is silver inlaid “2 IN”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. French gray boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Fences decorated w/ Woodward style arcaded motif. Action engraved w/ 50% coverage simple scroll within line borders. “H. Monk” is engraved in each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are also engraved w/ scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Lightly streaked & figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 7/8” over checkered wood butt on 5/16” extension. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .733”, left: .733”. Restriction: right: .006” (IC), left: .006” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .017”, left: .023”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 3/8+”. LOP: 14 7/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in brown leather “Abercrombie & Fitch” marked VC case w/ stitched leather corners. Case lined in burgundy cloth, reproduction label & charge card for number 17266 are in lid. CONDITION: good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack. Action w/ traces of original very light case hardening colors. Top lever, floorplate, & trigger guard w/ nearly all of a later reblue. Stocks w/ nearly all oil refinish w/ some light subsequent marks. Checkering has been recut. Bores are very fine w/ little evidence of repairs. Action has a touch of looseness. Cheeks of buttstock have a screw repair w/ plug over screwhead. Mechanically fine. Case leather is very good w/ some scattered bumps & rubs. Interior cloth shows soiling & wear. (21-4008/MGM). CURIO. $2,750-4,750.
2191. ULTRALIGHT TWO INCH 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY W.J. JEFFREY. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 36910. The 26” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “W.J. Jeffrey & Co. Ltd. 9 Golden Square. Regent St. London. W.1.” on narrow swamped game rib. Top of right bbl. is gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers at 7/8 oz shot. Case hardened dbl. Ogee backed boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ line & geometric borders. Maker’s name is in geometric outlined rectangle on each side. Action is well filed w/ fine beads around fences. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard have matching border engraving. S# on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractive well marbled & lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders is on diamond hand & vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Iron stamped w/ importer’s name & address (Woodcock Hill). MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: - .731”, left: - .730”. Choke restriction: right: - .007” (IC), left: - .037” (extra full). Minimum wall Thickness: right: - .023”, left: - .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2”-. DAC: 1 7/16”+. CAST: 1/2” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 0 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a professional reblack. Action retains 40% original case hardening color, strong in protected areas. Top lever retains most of its original blue. Floorplate retains nearly all of a reblue. Trigger guard, also reblued, retains 30% of that blue. Stocks retain most of a professional oil refinish w/ a fair number of subsequent marks. Checkering competently recut. Forend wood slightly below metal of forend tip & central lozenge. Bores are bright & shiny. There is evidence of professional dent removal at top of left bbl. approx. 9” from muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. (21-3989/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2192. STEEL BARREL HAMMERGUN BY W. JEFFERY. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 1254. The 28” bbls. w/ swamped game rib are unmarked. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers & Birmingham reproofs also for 2 1/2”. Rnd. bodied top lever action fitted w/ back spring, peninsula locks w/ rnd. bodied serpentine rebounding hammers. Action & locks engraved w/ 30% coverage varying size scroll w/in line & scroll borders. “W. Jeffery & Son” is on each plate. Straight grip buttstock of well figured & lightly streaked European walnut measures 14 5/8” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has spring tension release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .735”, left: .729”. Restriction: right: .014” (MOD), left: .011” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .035”, left: .040”. STOCK: DAH: 1 7/8”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: good as partially refinished. Bbls. w/ nearly all of an old good quality reblack. Action & locks cleaned to pewter gray. Top lever & trigger guard reblued. Engraving quite washed out. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish w/ scattered marks. Checkering recut. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. somewhat off face. Locks are good. (01-20306/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.
2193. GOOD QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR 2” GAME GUN BY ALEX MARTIN OF GLASGOW WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 6751. The dovetailed 27” bbls. are gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on matted Churchill type rib. Tops of bbls. engraved w/ Alex Martin’s Exchange Street Glasgow address & “Edinburgh, Aberdeen & Sterling”. Bbl. flats stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. shot. Case hardened dbl. ogee backed boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ 80% coverage varying size scroll w/ maker’s name in arch on each side. Top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are blued, engraved w/ matching scroll & have S# on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of well marbled & lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over checkered horn buttplate. Flat top point pattern checkering is on diamond hand. A silver oval engraved “JCC” is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .730”, left: .733”. Restriction: right: .005” (IC), left: .018” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .016”, left: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 7 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ what appears to be its original leather case. A russet leather rectangle on top is embossed I. E. T. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth & has Alexander Martin label in lid. A silver plaque is tacked into lid & states “PRESENTED TO” “GEORGE M. BORLAND ESQ” “BY THE” “ARCHITECT MEASURE & CONTRACTORS AT THE OPENING OF LASCALA CINEMA, CLYDEBANK” “14TH FEBRUARY, 1938”. Bottom compartment contains cleaning equipment, square oil bottle marked “A. Martin” & a pair of brass A. Martin marked snap caps. CONDITION: fine. Bbls. retaining over 90% of what appears to be original blue. Action retains 70-80% case hardening color. Top lever & floorplate retain over 90% of their original charcoal blue. Blue on trigger guard is nearly all flaked w/ just traces remaining, mostly inside of bow. Stocks retain most of what appears to be an old oil refinish w/ some older marks & bumps. Checkering is somewhat worn & has not been recut. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good. Case is fine, straps & handle intact. Interior cloth is fine to very fine w/ some rubs & marks. Label is somewhat bent & has a rub at left. Accessories are good. (21-4040/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000. 127
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2194. 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN BY HELLIS WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 5697. The dovetailed 26 1/8” bbls. are engraved “Charles Hellis & Sons LTD. 1 21-3 Edgeware Rd. London England” & gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers at 1 1/8 oz. of shot. Bottoms of bbls. stamped “MADE IN ENGLAND” & splinter marked w/ importer (Woodcock Hill). Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 70% coverage. Scroll w/ rose bouquet highlights w/in sm. scroll & leaf borders. Maker’s name is on each side. Top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are blued & engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on tang. Plain European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over dark brown leather covered pad. Stock features well shaped drop points, point pattern checkering at grip & a silver oval engraved “NP” on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .731”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .008” (IC), left: .032” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .027”, left: .027”. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ brown leather VC English type case w/ stitched leather corners, lined in bilious blue green cloth. Case contains a cleaning rod. CONDITION: very good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining essentially all of a best quality reblack. Action retains about 30-40% original case hardening color. Secondary blued parts are reblued w/ softening of engraving. Stocks retain essentially all of a good quality hand rubbed oil refinish w/ a few very light subsequent marks. Checkering nicely recut. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no visible problems. Action is tight, bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Case leather is very good w/ a few minor scrapes. Interior cloth has some rubs. (21-4034/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.
2195. LIGHTWEIGHT 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK GAME SHOTGUN BY CHARLES HELLIS & SONS WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 4354. The 26 1/6” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “Charles Hellis & Sons LTD. 121 & 123 Edgeware Road Hyde Park London. W.” & silver inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on narrow game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. S# is on bottom of left bbl. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action is line border engraved & maker’s name is on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are also line border engraved. S# is on trigger guard tang. Well streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13 3/4” over thin black “Decelerator” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend w/ shaped steel tip has spring tension release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .728”, left: .729”. Restriction: right: .014” (MOD), left: .016” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .026”, left: .026”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16-”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 13 3/4”. CAST: approx 1/2 off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 7 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a tan canvas case w/ stitched leather corners by Brady which contains a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: good as mostly refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack. Action cleaned to pewter gray. Secondary parts reblued & retained nearly all of that blue. Stocks w/ nearly all well done hand rubbed oil refinish. Checkering recut. Bright shiny bores w/ evidence of very professional dent removal on bottom of left bbl. 12” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Mechanically good. Case is very good to fine w/ some discoloration on exterior. Straps & handle are good. Interior cloth is fine w/ some rubs. (21-4033/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,500.
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2197. SCARCE 2” 12 BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY B. HALLIDAY. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 1844. B. Halliday was working in London circa 1920-29. This gun has 26” bbls. marked w/ Halliday name & street address on tops along w/ “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” & engraved “The 20th Century Gun” on tops at right. Bbls. fitted w/ narrow Churchill rib. Gold inlay “1” is at breech end denoting gun #1 of a pair. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs at 2 1/4 tons & “SLEEVED”. Coin finished sm. size sidelock action is stocked to the fences & features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action & lockplates engraved w/ near full coverage classic well cut English sm. scroll w/ rose bouquet highlights. “B. Halliday & Co” is at the bottom of each lockplate. The number “1” is gold inlaid on top lever. Trigger guard engraved w/ rose bouquet & scroll on bow w/ S# on tang. Straight grip buttstock is of an exceptionally fine piece of flame figured & beautifully marbled European walnut & measures 14 3/4” over 1 3/8” dark brown leather covered pad. Stock also features well shaped drop points, point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders at grip & a vacant gold oval on toeline. Sm. splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .740”, left: .741”. Restriction: right: .008” (IC), left: .022” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .029”, left: .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4+”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: approx 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best quality reblack. Action & lockplates cleaned to silver gray, engraving slightly softened. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality oil refinish. Checkering recut. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Right bbl. is very slightly off face. Ejectors are in time. (21-3988/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000. 129
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2196. VERY ATTRACTIVE LIGHTWEIGHT 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY ARTHUR TURNER WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 13951. The dovetailed 26” bbls. are gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on narrow matted Churchill rib. Tops of bbls. engraved “Arthur Turner” (late Maleham & Co.) (circa 192032). Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. Importers info is on splinter (Woodcock Hill). Case hardened dbl. ogee backed boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 80% coverage well cut varying size scroll within sm. scroll borders. “Arthur Turner” is in arched ribbon on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll & S# is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock is of strikingly fiddle figured & nicely marbled flesh-tone European walnut & measures 14 1/2” over black leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders is at grip & vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .730”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .001” (CYL), left: .010” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .020”, left: .019”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 3/8”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 5 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in a relatively new English VC case w/ stitched leather corners. Interior lined in burgundy cloth & has reproduction Arthur Turner label in lid. Case contains a pair of plastic snap caps & a key. CONDITION: very fine as tastefully & completely restored, most likely in London & retaining nearly all of these fine custom finishes w/ only some silvering of bottom of action & considerable silvering of trigger guard tang. There are a few subsequent marks on stocks, checkering has been cleaned w/ some recutting of borders. Bores are bright & shiny w/ a fairly lg. but shallow dent on side of right bbl. about 10” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Case leather is very fine w/ a few minor marks. Handle is very fine. Interior cloth is fine w/ soiling & marks from contact w/ bbl. (21-4003/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
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2198. ATTRACTIVE HIGH GRADE LIGHTWEIGHT 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY C. S. ROSSON WITH ORIGINAL CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 3539. Bbls. 26 1/2” dovetail, gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on raised narrow flat rib. Tops of bbls. engraved “C.S. Rosson & Co.” “Rampant Horse Street, Nurwich”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. shot & 1974 London reproofs at .729 & 2 3/4 tons. Bottoms of bbls. stamped w/ serial numbers & export mark. Casehardened dbl. ogee backed boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ very nicely cut varying size scroll w/in geometric & line borders. “C. S. Rosson & Co.” is on each side. Fences are very nicely semi relief engraved w/ meandering acanthus. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll & have rose bouquet highlights. Lightly streaked & figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15” over vintage “Silver” pad. Stock also features drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip & a vacant silver oval on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbl.: bore diameter: right: .730”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .011” (IMOD), left: .020” (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: right: .021”, left: .019”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 5/8”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 5 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in what appears to be its original Brady type leather case w/ stitched leather corners lined in burgundy gabardine. A gold embossed black morocco leather Rosson label is in lid. Case contains 2 piece oak & brass cleaning rod, pair of Rosson marked snap caps & case straps. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack, most likely done at time of reproof. Action retains about 50% original casehardening color, fading to bright silver & gray from normal hand wear. Secondary blued parts reblued w/ considerable softening of engraving. Reblue of trigger guard failed & its color is purple. Stocks retain a considerable amount of what appears to be their original hand rubbed oil finish. Checkering considerably worn on buttstock, forend checkering partially cleaned up. Bores are bright & shiny w/ a few scattered very minor pits toward breech ends & no noted repairs or problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are out of time. Case is fine to very fine, exterior w/ only a few rubs through top grain & quite a few impressions. Interior cloth is very good to fine w/ some soiling & rubs from normal contact w/ gun. Label is very fine w/ a sm. loss at left. Accessories are good. (21-4037/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2199. EARLY HAMMER DBL. RIFLE BY H. W. EGG. Cal. 577 Snyder. S# 3663. The 26” dovetailed bbls. of superb laminated Damascus are engraved “H. W. Egg 1 Piccadilly, London” (working 1870-1883) in unmatted portion of attractively matted full length rib. Rifle is sighted w/ 1 standing 3 folding rear express sight marked for 1, 2, & 3 hundred yards & silver bead front. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ black powder proofs for 25 bore (577). Bottoms of bbls. w/ serial numbers. A sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Rnd. bodied Jones underlever action is fitted w/ backsrping locks having rnd. bodied serpentine hammers w/ tall spurs & short noses. Locks are fitted w/ back sliding stalking safeties. Action & locks are engraved w/ about 80% coverage well cut open scroll. Each lockplate is engraved “H. W. EGG” at top. Serial number is on trigger guard tang which extends to steel grip cap. Capped pistol grip buttstock of fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 5/8” over steel buttplate w/ spur. Classic point pattern checkering is at grip & a sling eye as well as a vacant silver oval are on toeline. Matching splinter forend has spring tension roller release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: approx. 2 5/8”. DAC: approx 1 3/4”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 11 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retaining most of a rebrown w/ good definition to pattern. Action, locks & other metal parts show considerable cleaning to silver & gray over black & brown splotches w/ light frosting. Engraving is mostly clear but considerably softened at grip. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish over some deep marks & w/ a lg. number of subsequent marks & dings. Checkering considerably worn. Buttplate considerably proud of wood, especially at top. Bores are good w/ strong rifling throughout w/ light pitting throughout. Action is tight. Locks are good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (01-20613/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2201. GOOD WILLIAM POWELL 2” 12 GAUGE BOXLOCK GAME SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 14378 ( Mfg. 1941). The 27” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “William Powell & Son 25 Carr’s Lane, Birmingham” on narrow swamped game ribs. Tops of bbls. are engraved “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. S# is on bottom of both bbls. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 60% coverage well cut scroll w/in line & scroll borders. Maker’s name is on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Attractively figured & well marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over ribbed wood butt. Closely spaced flat top point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders is at grip & a vacant gold oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .731”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .010” (IC), left .021” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .022”, left: .021”. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: 3/16”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 7 oz. (matches all specifications outlined in factory ledger). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photocopy of factory ledger. Gun housed in its original brown leather case w/ brass corners. Rectangular leather label on top is embossed “RAE-Heathcote” (matching factory records). Interior is lined in burgundy cloth & has paper William Powel label & charge card in lid. Charge card marked in indian ink “2 inch cartridge” & w/ suggested loads. Case contains Powell-marked rnd. oil bottle and horn bodied snap caps, an unmarked ebony & brass ramrod is present along w/ the key. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of best reblack. Action retains about 40% original case hardening color. Remainder faded to silver gray. Secondary blued parts retain over 70% of their original blue, probably a bit less on trigger guard w/ considerable loss on tang & sides of bow. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality oil refinish over some light marks & a few subsequent marks. Checkering has not been recut, although mullering has been redone on buttstock. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no visible evidence of dents or repairs. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Case leather is beginning to darken & has considerable rubs on edges & marks overall. Interior cloth is very good w/ compressions & soiling. Partitions are solid. Powell label is very fine except foxed as is charge card. (21-4036/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000. 131 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
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2200. 20 GAUGE DOUBLE SHOTGUN BY H. HOLLAND. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 2456 (1873). Converted from a 500 BPE double rifle; the 28” bbls. have been bored out and rechambered. Stippled top rib has sight slots filled. Rib is engraved “H. HOLLAND 98 NEW BOND STREET LONDON”. Bbl. flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 39 bore and with serial numbers. Round body Jones underlever action is fitted with peninsula back spring locks with round body high spurred serpentine non rebounding hammers. Back sliding stalking safeties are present. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage well cut shaded scroll. This scroll surrounds game scenes on lockplates with sitting tiger on left and prowling tiger on right. “H. Holland” is above each scene. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Steel capped pistol grip buttstock of plain European walnut measures 14 3/8” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. A sling eye has been removed from toe line. Matching splinter forend with shaped metal tip attaches to bbls. with captive side bolt through oval engraved steel escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .613”, L: .616”. Restrictions: R: .009” (IC), L: .017” (MOD) . Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .047”, L: .045”. STOCK: DAH: 1 3/8”. DAC: 1 7/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 0 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with a vintage leather case with brass corners. Central brass medallion on top is engraved “56. DORCHESTER TERRACE” “S.G. HOLLAND” “LONDON”. Interior is lined in purple cloth and has original Holland & Holland label in lid. Bottom compartment is newly configured for this gun and contains a pair of Holland & Holland snap caps, unmarked square oil bottle and 2 piece rosewood and brass cleaning rod with short handle. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. are polished and ready for reblack. Action and lockplates show cleaning presently pewter gray overall. Good quality replacement buttstock retains over 90% of its original oil finish with some marks and scratches. Checkering lightly worn. Forend is refinished to match. Checkering has been recut. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Locks are fine. Safeties work. Case leather is dark, has been conserved. Newer straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is very fine. Old label is quite clean but does have one rub through. Accessories are good. Handle of cleaning rod does not fit bottom section. (01-20835/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2202. ANSON DEELEY PATENT WESLEY RICHARDS TYPE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY WILLIAM POWELL. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# 8437. 29 1/8” Damascus bbls. engraved “William Powell & Son 13 Carrs Lane, Birmingham.” on concave game rib w/ doll’s head extension. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Original black powder proofs (“12 B 13 M” & “NOT FOR BALL”) are on bottoms of bbls. Case hardened boxlock action features nonautomatic safety & dbl. triggers. Watertable stamped w/ London view proofs & Anson & Deeley patent use number “4200”. Action is in line & sm. scroll border engraved. Maker’s name is on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are also engraved w/ scroll borders. S# is on trigger guard tang. Long rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock is of very nicely marbled & lightly figured European walnut & measures 14 7/8” over black “Old English” type pad installed over old base plate. Side panels are checkered & well cut point pattern checkering is at grip. A vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter Deeley ejector forend has Anson release & tube is marked w/ patent information. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .738”, left: .739”. Restriction: right: .013” (MOD), left: .025” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .022”, left: .023”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 5/8-”. LOP: 14 7/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ black canvas carrying case lined in gray faux fur. Photocopy of factory ledger page dated 1887 w/ specifications indicating this gun was made for G. T. Wright & retailed for 25 pounds. CONDITION: fine as completely refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a bright brown w/ very little definition to Damascus pattern. Action retains nearly all of a watery case hardening recolor. Secondary blued parts retain nearly all of their high quality reblue. Stocks are nicely refinished in oil. Checkering is competently recut. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are on time. Case is good. (21-4032/MGM). CURIO. $1,250-2,000.
2203. ULTRA LIGHT 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY J. GRAHAM OF INVERNESS. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 7097. Weighing in at under 5 lbs., this attractive gun has 26” dovetail bbls. fitted w/ Churchill rib. Tops of bbls. engraved “J. GRAHAM & CO LTD.” & gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on right bbl. & “26 Union St. Inverness.” & “The 20th Century Gun.” on left. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs at 2 3/4 tons for 2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped “English Steel”. Bottom of right bbl. is importer marked (Angler’s All). Case hardened boxlock action w/ dbl. Ogee back features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers (front “loose”). Action engraved w/ near full coverage well cut varying size scroll w/in line & scroll borders. “J. Graham & Co. LTD.” is in arched ribbon on each side. Blued top lever, trigger plate, floorplate & trigger guard are engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Attractive, well figured & marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .730”, left: .729”. Restriction: right: .010 (IC), left .018” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .021”, left: .025”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 4 lbs. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ gray canvas case w/ glued leather corners lined in green felt. Case contains straps for exterior. CONDITION: very good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Action retains 40-50% original case hardening color, fairly strong where protected, the balance is silvery gray. Secondary parts w/ reblue, engraving somewhat softened. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their original oil finish, worn through at grip w/ a scattering of light marks. Pad is relatively new replacement. Checkering has not been recut. Bores are bright & shiny without noted problems or repairs. Action is tight, bbls. are on face. Ejectors are on time. Case is near new. (21-4002/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2204. GOOD LITTLE 2 INCH BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY WEBLEY & SCOTT WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 114628. 26” bbls. have Webley & Scott name & “Birmingham” engraved on tops. “2 IN” is gold inlaid in front of engraved “CARTRIDGE” on very narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. Case hardened arch backed boxlock action features screw grip third fastener, automatic safety, bushed strikers, and dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ 60% coverage varying size shaded scroll. Maker’s name is on riband on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Well marbled & lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip behind nicely shaped drop points & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Importer’s mark is on forend iron. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .731”, left: .733”. Restriction: right: .019” (MOD), left: .040” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .021”, left: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in what appears to be its original tan leather trimmed green canvas case. Rectangular label on top has embossed “I.B.C.”. Interior lined in dark green cloth & black Webley & Scott label is in lid along w/ a retailer’s label “C.D. Vaughan”. CONDITION: good to fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack w/ some subsequent silvering at muzzles. Action retains approx. 60% original case hardening color w/ sides of fences & bottom silvered. Top lever, floorplate, trigger plate & trigger guard retain nearly all of a reblue. Engraving slightly softened. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish w/ a few light subsequent marks on buttstock & some old dents on forend. Grip checkering has been recut. Bores are bright, smooth & shiny w/ scant evidence of an old repaired dent about 7” back from muzzle in right bbl. Action is tight, bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Exterior of case is very good w/ some rubs & marks. Straps & handle are good. Interior cloth is also good to fine w/ some rubs & soiling. Label also has some compressions & thinning of gold lettering. (21-4041/MGM). CURIO. $2,750-4,250.
2205. 2” 12 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY WEBLEY & SCOTT. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 116530. The 26” dovetailed bbls. are gold inlaid “2” on narrow swamped game rib. Tops of bbls. marked “Webley & Scott LTD.” “Birmingham”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. shot. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ sprays of scroll within scroll & line borders. “Webley & Scott LTD.” is on each side. Blued top lever, trigger plate & trigger guard have matching borders & some scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Relatively plain European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over thin black “Decelerator” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .735”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .007” (IC), left: 0 (CYL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .021”, left: .021”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 3/8+”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun accompanied by brown vinyl covered case lined in beige cloth & has “Aztec International” vinyl label in lid. Case contains 2 keys. CONDITION: good to fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retain over 80% of an old reblack. Traces of original case hardening color are on action which is mostly silver gray. Secondary blued parts retain most of their original blue. Trigger guard has been reblued, turned light purple/brown & engraving is slightly softened. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish. Checkering recut, pad relatively new. Bores are bright & shiny with some leading apparent & 1 or 2 very sm. dents in sides of both bbls. Action is tight, bbls. are on face. Ejectors in time. Case is good. (21-3999/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-4,000. 133
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2206. EXPERTLY REFINISHED 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY CHARLES OSBORNE WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 86003. Bbls. 26” dovetailed w/ Churchill rib engraved “Chas. Osborne & Co.” & “Birmingham” on tops. Top of right bbl. is also silver inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers at 7/8 oz. of shot & Birmingham reproofs at .729 & 2 3/4 tons. Importer (Woodcock Hill) is on splinter. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 60%coverage well cut scroll w/ in scroll & line borders. Maker’s name is on scroll terminated riband on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are also scroll engraved. Serial number is also on trigger guard tang. Plain European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over dark brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls: bore diameter: right: - .732”, left: - .729”. Restriction: right: - .013” (MOD), left: - .020” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: right: - .021”, left: - .024”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 5 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in brown leather case gold embossed “T. C. D.” on top. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth & has repro. Osborne label in lid. Case contains 2 piece cleaning rod & straps. CONDITION: very fine as competently refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack, some of the silver inlay is missing. Action w/ nearly all renewed case colors which have particularly good appearance. Stocks w/ oil refinish have a few subsequent marks. Pad is relatively new, checkering recut. Bores are bright & shiny w/ some light pitting toward breech ends. There are no noted dents or repairs. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Exterior of case is fine w/ some scratches. Interior cloth is also fine w/ very light compressions & soiling. (21-4013/MGM). CURIO. $2,750-4,250.
2207. LONG BARREL 2” 12 BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOHN MACPHERSON & SONS OF INVERNESS WITH ORIGINAL(?) CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 91313. The dovetailed 28” bbls. are engraved “John MacPherson & Sons. Inverness.” & silver inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on narrow game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 1 1/8 oz. shot & London reproofs at 850 BAR. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ geometric & line borders. Maker’s name is on each side. Top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are blued. S# is on trigger guard tang. Dense lightly marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over replacement ribbed buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a silver oval is w/ faint engraved initials “H.P”(?) on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .728”, left: .726”. Restriction: right: .006” (IC), left: .016” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .026”, left: .024”. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in vintage green canvas leather trimmed case by Brady, most likely original. Top marked “R. G. F-Shirras” “Kinellan Lodge” “Strathpeffer”. Interior lined in green cloth & Brady label is in lid. CONDITION: good to very good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining of a best reblack. Action retains a considerable amount of original case hardening color w/ overall mottled appearances to brown. Secondary parts reblued. Stocks refinished w/ a few subsequent marks. Checkering competently recut. Buttplate is new. Bores are fine w/ some light pitting at breech ends & no noted repairs or dents. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. Exterior of case has some dark stains & a number of rubs. Straps & handle are good, interior cloth is very good, soiled w/ some rubs. (21-4009/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-4,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2209. WELL RESTORED 2” 12 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY K. D. RADCLIFFE WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 4910. Bbls. 27” dovetailed are silver inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on narrow game rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “K. D. Radcliffe Ltd.” “150 High Street.” “Colchester”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 1 1/8 oz. of shot. Skimin & Wood S# “90504” is on splinter. Case hardened boxlock action features non automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ near full coverage varying size scroll w/ in line & sm. scroll borders. Maker’s name is in arched ribbon on each side. Top lever & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively fiddle figured & well marbled European walnut measures 14 1/2” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls: bore diameter: right: - .732”, left: - .733”. Restriction: right: - .007” (IC), left: - .010” (LIGHT MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: - .025”, left: - .020”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: vintage brown canvas case w/ leather trim lined in scarlet cloth by Brady. A reproduction Radcliffe label is in lid along w/ Brady label. Case contains a key. CONDITION: fine as restored. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best quality reblack. Silver inlay on rib missing a sm. piece. Engraving softened. Action retains nearly all of a dark recolor hardening which includes the floorplate. Top lever & trigger guard are reblued. Stocks retain most of an old oil finish which is possibly original w/ maintenance of added oil. Checkering recut a bit haphazardly. Bores are bright & shiny w/ evidence of some dent removal at midpoint of left bbl. & some scattered minor pits in right. Action is tight. Bbls. are somewhat off face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Exterior of case is good. Interior cloth renewed & is very fine. (21-4007/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-4,000. 135
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2208. LONG BARRELLED 2” 12 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOHN MACPHERSON OF INVERNESS. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 90800. The dovetailed 28” bbls. are inlaid in silver “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on matted Churchill rib. Tops of bbls. engraved “John MacPherson & Sons” “Gunmakers. Inverness” (not found in Nigel Brown Vol. 2). There are 1” triangles of scroll engraving at breech ends. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 1 1/8 oz. of shot. Importer’s name & address (Woodcock Hill) are on bottom rib. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ sprays of scroll w/in geometric borders. Maker’s name is on long ribbon flanked by scroll on each side. Straight grip buttstock of plain European Walnut measures 14 3/4” over “Silver” type pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .727”, left: .726”. Restriction: right: .021” (MOD), left: .027” (IMOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .016”, left: .017”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: fine as completely refinished. Bbls. retain nearly all of a quality reblack, rib matting somewhat softened, otherwise engraving picked up. Action retains nearly all of a fairly good looking recolor, engraving a bit soft. Top lever, floorplate & trigger guard retain nearly all of their new blue w/ engraving recut. Stocks retain nearly all of a new rubbed oil finish w/ faint marks, checkering competently recut. Bores are bright & shiny w/ evidence of professional dent removal in right bbl. about 10” back from muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. (21-3982/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-4,000.
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2210. ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT BOXLOCK EJECTOR 2” GAME GUN BY K. D. RADCLIFFE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 4336. Kenneth Dudley Radcliffe & family were in business at 150 High St. Colechester, Essex between 1898 & 2000 as the “Sportsman’s Depot.” This gun has 27” dovetailed bbls. gold inlaid “FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY” on Churchill rib. Maker’s name & address are on tops of bbls. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham Nitro proofs for 2” chambers & 7/8 oz. of shot. Double Ogee backed case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 60% coverage varying size scroll. Maker’s name is in arched device on sides. Blued top lever floorplate & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Lightly marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: - .730”, left: - .729”. Restriction: right: 0”, left: 0”. Minimum Wall Thickness: right: - .022”, left: - .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in vintage Germanic style leather case w/ rectangular brass plate on top which is lined in dark green cloth. Case contains 2 piece brass & rosewood cleaning rod & a new Pachmayr handguard. CONDITION: good as restored. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack. Action cleaned to coin finish. Engraving remaining clear. Top lever, floor plate & trigger guard w/ recent reblue & engraving slightly soft. Wood retaining nearly all of a rubbed oil refinish, checkering recut. Bores are shiny but w/ some scattered light pits. Action is tight, bbls. are on face. Ejectors are out of time. Case is good. (21-4012/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.
2211. 20 GAUGE BOXLOCK GAME GUN BY A. J. JEWSON OF HALIFAX. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# 3250. The 28” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “A. J. Jewson. Halifax” on narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro reproofs for 20 ga. at 3 tons. Coin finished boxlock action features non automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action is line & vine border engraved. Maker’s name is on each side. Secondary parts are blued. S# is on trigger guard tang. Buttstock of attractively figured & marbled flesh tone European walnut measures 14” over checkered wood butt. Stock features side panels, point pattern grip checkering, & a vacant gold oval on toeline. Matching splinter forend w/ inlet horn tip has spring tension release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .619”, left: .620”. Restriction: right: .000” (CYL), left: .015” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .023, left: .026. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14”. CAST: approx. 3/4” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 7 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ relatively new green canvas case w/ glued on leather corners lined in green felt which contains a key. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblue. Action cleaned to silver, engraving somewhat softened. Secondary parts w/ nearly all of their reblue. Newly made stocks retain nearly all of their hand rubbed oil finish. Checkering still sharp & clean. Case is fine. (21-4043/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-3,000.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2212. SCOTTISH BOXLOCK EJECTOR LIGHT GAME GUN BY ARTHUR ALLAN OF GLASGOW WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 6310. The 27” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “Arthur Allan 3 West Nile Street. Glasgow” on narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers & Birmingham reproofs for 2 3/4”. Coin finished boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ full coverage lg. shaded scroll w/ “Arthur Allan” on each side. Fences engraved w/ oak leaves. Blued top lever, floorplate, & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively marbled & stump figured European walnut measures 14 5/16” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .732”, left: .728”. Restriction: right: .003” (IC), left: .040” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .027”, left: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 5/16”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a vintage green canvas leather trimmed case by Brady. Interior lined in light green cloth w/ Galleon & Sons celluloid label tacked into lid. Case contains ebony & brass 2 piece cleaning rod, Turk’s head & mop, along w/ a pair of snap caps (still wrapped). CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of an old reblue. Action cleaned to coin finish, engraving still strong. Secondary blued parts w/ reblue, engraving somewhat softened. Stocks have old oil refinish which is rather dull w/ a few light subsequent marks. Checkering recut. Bright shiny bores. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are out of time, right ejector quite weak. Case is very good w/ some rubs & marks on exterior. Straps & handle are good. Interior is very good w/ some soiling & rubs. Accessories are good. (21-4042/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
2213. 2 BARREL SMALL GAUGE SET 20/28 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY HATFIELD. Cal. 20/28 Ga., both 3”. S# 302HR. Both 26” monobloc bbl. sets are fitted w/ flat matted game ribs & both choked IC in right, MOD in left. Bbl. flats stamped w/ 1976 Italian nitro proofs. Case hardened boxlock action features non automatic safety & single nonselective trigger. Sides of action marked “HATFIELD”. Straight grip buttstock of fiddle figured maple measures 14 1/16” over solid red pad. Point pattern checkering is on diamond grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 3/4+”. LOP: 14 1/16”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 4 oz. (28 Ga. bbls.). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: tan canvas case w/ brown leather trim lined in green cloth. Case has space for action & both sets of bbls. A Hatfield paper label is in lid. Case contains good quality 2 piece cocobolo & brass cleaning rod w/ brush, mop & jag, pr. of brass 20 ga. snapcaps, brass oil bottle & 2 keys. CONDITION: fine to very fine. Shows relatively little use, retaining nearly all factory finishes but w/ some high edgewear & some minor marks & dings mostly in stocks. Shiny bores. Mechanically good. (21-4011/MGM). MODERN. $1,500-2,500. 137
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2214. E.M. REILLY BOXLOCK LIGHT GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 150570. The 28” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “E. M. REILLY & CO. LONDON” on narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs & reproofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Casehardened boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved with about 50% coverage varying sized scroll within scroll & line borders. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard are engraved to match. Straight grip buttstock of plain but dense European walnut measures 14 3/4” over old Silver type pad. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip and silver oval is on swept toe line. Matching splinter forend with inlet horn tip has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS. : Bore Diameter: R: .725”, L: .731”. Restrictions: R: .000” (CYL), L: .019” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .032”, L: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 11/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: fine. Bbls. retaining over 80% original blue with some high edge wear & thinning overall. Action retains approx. 70% original casehardening color with some brown splotches; silvered at normal wear points. Stocks retain most of their oil finish with a good scattering of marks & scratches. Some refinishing & brightening is evident with installation of newer pad. Checkering is somewhat worn. Bores are bright & shiny without any noted problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. There is a sm. hairline stress crack in right side panel. (22-1020/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.
2215. GOOD BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY TOLLEY. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 87696. Bbls. 28” dovetailed, engraved “J. & W. Tolley. Birmingham.” on narrow swamped game rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers & Birmingham reproofs for 2 1/2” at 850 bar. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in silver) & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ about 40% coverage simple scroll w/ in line borders. Blued top lever, floorplate & trigger guard engraved w/ matching scroll. serial number is on trigger guard tang. Lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/8” over serrated wood butt. Flat top point pattern checkering is on semi diamond hand & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls: bore diameter: right: .729”, left .726”. Restriction: right: .000” (CYL), left: .013” (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: right: .034”, left: .034”. STOCK: DAH: 1 1/4+”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality rust reblue over some remaining minor marks. Action retains approx. 40% original case hardening color. Secondary parts reblued & retain nearly all of that blue w/ some scattered subsequent flecking. Stocks retain most of their original hand rubbed oil finish w/ a good scattering of minor marks & dings. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are bright & shiny & w/ out any noted problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. (21-3983/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2216. STUNNING F. LLI PIOTTI MONICO NO. 3 EXTRA LUSO LIGTHWEIGHT 12 BORE GAME GUN WITH CASE ENGRAVED BY MUFFOLINI. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 4869. Bbls. 26 7/8”. Made in 1969 w/ filed tapered flat game rib w/ sm. brass front bead. Top of right tub engraved “ACCIAIO BREDA”, left bbl. “COSTRUZIONE F. MAJERNA”. Bbls. w/ finely polished flats have SN, & proof marks w/ date code “XXV”. Polished water table w/ marker’s name, SN, proof marks & sm. import mark. Breech face w/ bushed strikers. Bottom rib w/ 2 tiny screws likely from factory for sling swivel. Point pattern checkered splinter forearm w/ diamond at center & gold inlaid crest w/ initials “ED”. Forend iron is fully floral engraved & has Anson type push button release w/ polished interior which has engraved screws & SN. Full side lock action is fabulously engraved in floral burst & ribbon pattern w/ beads on bottom of action & bottom w/ full coverage floral engraving w/ maker’s name in draped ribbon at center of trigger plate. Beaded fences are full coverage engraved in floral pattern as is the low profile top lever which is pierced at thumb point in floral pattern. Top tang is near full coverage engraved w/ “SIGORA” in front of engraved safety button. Gun made w/ non selective single trigger, automatic ejectors, non auto safety. The rolled edge trigger guard is near full coverage engraved in floral pattern & engraver’s signature “INC. A. MUFFOLINI” on right side of trigger. Fabulously figured Circassian walnut buttstock w/ flat knob grip is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has finely carved tear drops behind locks & a secondary elipse behind side locks & terminates w/ a finely checkered butt. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14 1/2” from rear position of trigger. Right: Bore diameter: .730”. Restriction: 010” (Imp. Cyl). Minimum wall thickness: .31”. Left: Bore diameter: .730”. Restriction: .035” (Imp. Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .026”. Weight: 6 lbs., 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in it’s original Nizzoli brown leather case w/ maker’s trade label on top & leather outer cover. Case has 2 gold plated snap caps enclosed. CONDITION: extremely fine & near mint. Gun retains nearly all original finishes to both wood & metal surfaces w/ only minor handling marks. Bbls. w/ minor rub by forearm & left tube near breech end. Coin finished action is near mint engraving crisp & beautiful throughout. Case hardened trigger retains nearly all original finish. Buttstock & forend are sound & retain virtually all finish w/ only minor handling marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight. Case is excellent to near mint w/ minor rubs. (22-1151/JSL). CURIO. $15,000-25,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 140
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2217. FINE CASTORE HAMMER EJECTOR SELF COCKING GAME GUN BY ARMI FAMARS (ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI) WITH SCROLL ENGRAVING BY R. VASCO. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 31887 (1975). The 27 9/16” dovetailed browned bbls. are gold inlaid ARMI FAMARS on slightly raised narrow game rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1975 Italian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers, serial number and “Famars AS” logo. Craftsmans’ names Tony and Remo are on rear lump. Coin finished sidelock action has self cocking serpentine hammers with scrolled checkered spurs installed on tumbler ends. Action is very nicely filed with unique “Disco Volante” fences. Action features nonautomatic safety and double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with an attractive mix of areas having small scroll, and other areas unadorned to show off the fine gunmaking. Lockplates are unengraved except for maker’s name in gold, and are outlined with inlaid gold wire borders. An imperial crown is gold inlaid on top lever, and “Famars” is on bottom of action. Single beaded trigger guard is engraved with matching scroll and serial number is in gold on tang. Engraver’s signature “R. Vasco Inc.” is on trigger plate. Crotch figured and well streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over checkered wood butt. Very closely spaced borderless checkering is at grip. Stock also features well shaped drop points and dished cheek rest area. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release has gold “Famars” crest inlaid on uncheckered central diamond. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .726”, L: .726”. Restrictions: R: .020” (MOD), L: .037” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .033”, L: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 1 7/8”. DAC: 1 3/8+”. CAST: neutral (face dished). LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with its original tan leather case lined in scarlet velvet. Famars logo is printed in lid. Bottom compartment is semi French fitted for bbl. and action and contains a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: very fine, close to “as new” with faint firing halos on breech face and only a few scattered handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Mechanically crisp. Case leather shows some marks and rubs. Interior cloth is fine. (22-1150/MGM). MODERN. $10,000-15,000. 141
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2218. BEAUTIFUL LUIGI FRANCHI IMPERIALE MONTECARLO EXTRA 12 BORE GAME GUN WITH MAKER’S CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 11674. Bbls. 28 3/8” w/ concave matted top rib that has sm. white front bead & sm. ring of engraving at breech end. Left tube engraved “A. LUIGI FRANCHI BRESCIA” on side. Bbls. are of Chopper Lump construction w/ polished flats that have proof marks & 1953 stamped on them. Bottom of tubes engraved “ACCIAIO POLDI ANTICORRO”. Wide & elongated point pattern checkered splinter forearm w/ diamond at center & gold inlaid crest which is engraved “IMPERIALE MONTECARLO”. Engraved & blued iron w/ Anson type push button release. Coin finished full side lock action is full coverage engraved in arabesque floral & scroll pattern w/ maker’s name in flowing banner on bottom. Bushed strikers & water table w/ gray designation, proof marks, SN & sm. import mark. Beaded fences are fully engraved as is blued top lever & top tang which is engraved “SIGURA” in front of fully engraved safety slide. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), automatic ejectors, non auto safety. Blued long tang trigger guard is near full coverage rose & scroll engraved. European walnut buttstock w/ stout straight grip is checkered in 2 point pattern w/ carved tear drops behind side locks & terminates w/ a thin Silver’s type recoil pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/4”. LOP: 14 3/8”. Right: Bore diameter: .731”. Restriction: .019” (Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .024”. Left: Bore diameter: .730”. Restriction: .038” (Full). Minimum wall thickness: .030”. Weight: 7 lbs., 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in what appears to be it’s original full leather case w/ nickel plated snap caps, oil bottle, cleaning rod & keys. CONDITION: extremely fine & near mint. Bbls. retain nearly all of their original blue. Coin finished action is bright. Engraving is crisp. Stocks are sound & retain nearly all of their original finish w/ only minute handling marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Case is excellent & canvas outer cover is as well. (22-1180/JSL). MODERN. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2219. A VERY INTERESTING BOSS O/U COPY BY LUIGI FRANCHI FINISHED IN BEST QUALITY WITH MAKER’S CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1007. Bbls. 28” fitted w/ slightly raised solid rib w/ brass front bead & hand engraved “COSTRUITO PER G. TONOLINI BRESCIA” on left & “S.A. LUIGI FRANCHI- BRESCIA” on right. Bbl. flat is polished w/ S#, proof marks, “1940” (DOM) & bottom tube engraved “ACCIAIO POLDI ANTICORRO”. Bbl. lumps engraved in floral scroll. Boss style forend checkered in point pattern w/ full coverage engraved blued irons & has Anson type push button release. Boss copy full sidelock action is beautifully engraved in full coverage robust rose & minute scroll pattern on nearly all surfaces. Bottom of action engraved in banner “S.A. L. FRANCHI BRESCIA” & sm. scroll w/ extremely finely detailed flowers bursting off trigger plate. Frame flats w/ S# on left & number “6” on right & proof marks on interior w/ sm. import mark on left. Beaded bbl. bolsters & top of action fully scroll engraved. Blued top lever & top tang are nicely scroll & floral engraved w/ “SIGURA” in front of blued & scroll engraved safety. Gun made w/ checkered dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated), automatic ejectors, non auto safety, blued trigger guard w/ near full coverage well executed floral & scroll w/ long tang to pistol grip. Lightly figured European walnut buttstock w/ carved tear drops behind locks is checkered in point pattern through the wrist has checkered horn grip cap, sm. silver oval near toe & terminates w/ a fully checkered butt. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in what appears to be its original maker’s case w/ 2 Franchi pamphlets w/ keys enclosed. Case is dark brown full leather w/ red velvet interior & has maker’s trade label on top & brass fixtures. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/16”. LOP: 14 5/8”. Top: Bore diameter: .728. Restriction: .050 (extra full). Minimum wall thickness: .024. Bottom: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .034 (Imp Mod). Minimum wall thickness: .024. Weight: 7 lbs 7 oz. CONDITION: excellent & showing very limited use. Bbls. retain more than 98% of their original blue. Coin finished action is excellent to near mint. Engraving is quite crisp & beautiful throughout. Forend is excellent. Checkering is crisp w/ only very minor light handling marks. Buttstock is excellent & retains nearly all of its original finish. There is a tiny (smaller than the white if your finger nail) grain separation on top of left lock toward frame. Bores are brilliant & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight & sound throughout. Case is good w/ rub marks & impressions throughout. Leather beginning to dry & some minor scuffing & soiling on interior. At first glance this gun looks just like an O/U Boss which most consider to be the finest stylized design in all of fine shotgun manufacturing. This gun is extremely well engraved, well made & well balanced & represents an exceptional value for its quality. (22-1181/JL). CURIO. $15,000-20,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2220. FINE PIOTTI SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 7164. The 28” chopper lump bbls. are fitted with narrow matted game rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1989 Italian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers, Piotti logo, and with importer’s name and address (Hubert J. Hecht). Coin finished sidelock action features non automatic safety (“SIGURA” engraved), bushed strikers and single non selective trigger. Maker’s name and Italian proofs are on watertable. Action is engraved with near full coverage large open shaded scroll, and this fine scroll extends to lockplates (no engraver’s signature found). Top lever is pierced with floral motif. Small bow trigger guard has matching engraving and serial number on tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over fully checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is on semi-diamond hand. Matching small beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .729”, L: .729”. Restrictions: R: .080” (IC), L: .020” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .022”, L: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in green velvet. A leather Piotti label is in lid. Case contains straps for exterior, bag for bbls. and bench cloth. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, essentially as new. Appears to be unfired since proof with only a few of the slightest handling and assembly marks in all wood and metal surfaces. Mechanically crisp. Case is also very fine with some marks and rubs on exterior and some compressions in interior cloth. (22-996/MGM). MODERN. $6,500-10,000. 145
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2221. 16 GAUGE POLI ARMIS “ANSON EXTRA” BOXLOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE TRIGGER GAME GUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1175. The 28” monobloc bbls. are engraved “Anson Extra” on slightly raised flat matted rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved with importer (Cole Inc.) and maker’s name and address. Engine turned bbl. flats are stamped with 2001 Italian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Coin finished, single arched backed boxlock action features non automatic safety and gold plated double triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage varying, but mostly large, open shaded scroll within line borders. Maker’s name is at top of trigger plate and engraver’s signature “V. TEMPONI” is in front of right trigger. Top lever is pierced in scroll design. Trigger guard has matching scroll on bow and serial number on tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively marbled, and stump figured European walnut measures 15” over thin brown leather covered pad. Borderless point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .671”, L: .672”. Restrictions: R: .004” (IC) , L: .011” (LIGHT MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .030”, L: .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine with evidence of minor field use. Bbls. retaining nearly all of their original blue. Most loss due to forend chatter and some scratches from removal. Action retains essentially all of its bright coin finish. Gold plating of triggers shows only hint of wear, mostly on front trigger. Stocks have a few minor light marks and dings in their original finish. Checkering is still light in color. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. (22-923/MGM). CURIO. $5,500-7.000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2222. SUPERB QUALITY SIDELOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN BY R. TOSCHI & SONS OF LUGO, ITALY. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1027. This little known but top quality maker was one of the founders of the modern best Italian gunmaking tradition & was in business through the late 20s, & had a brief resurgence in the mid 70s. This fine gun has 28” finely struck chopperlump bbls. fitted with slightly raised concave matted rib. Top of right bbl. is engraved “R. Toschi & Flli” & top of left “Lugo”. Bbl. flats are stamped with Italian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers & date stamp “AB” (1975). Bottoms of bbls. are stamped “Vickers Steel”. Coin finished H&H type sidelock action features nonautomatic safety & dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with near full coverage lightly cut sm. scroll. Maker’s name & address are on bottom. Beaded trigger guard has serial number on tang. Engraver’s signature “A. Bregoli” is on triggerplate. Straight grip buttstock is made of a superb piece of well marbled & stump figured dense European walnut measuring 14” over serrated horn buttplate. Stock features inset horn drop points & well cut closely spaced point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release has gold “Toschi” engraved crest inlet on central diamond. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .734”, L .736”. Restriction: R .021” (MOD), L .042” (EXTRA FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .025”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 5/16”. LOP: 14”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a green canvas leather trimmed motorcase with stitched leather corners by Emmebi. Case is lined in green cloth & contains bags for bbls. & action. CONDITION: very fine, bbls. retaining nearly all of their fine rust blue finish with a hint of silvering on sharp edges. Action retains nearly all of its original coin finish with some areas showing cleaning over some very light frosting, mostly on bottom. Stocks retains nearly all of their original hand rubbed oil finish with some light handling marks. Checkering shows very little wear. Bores are bright & shiny without any noted defects except slight evidence of dent removal in left bbl. approx. 10” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. Case is excellent, near new. A very handsome gun. (22-1184/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000. 147
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2223. CAESAR GUIRINI “SUMMIT” SPORTING O/U W/ CASE & ACCESSORIES. Cal. 28 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 106257. The 32” monobloc bbls. w/ matted ventilated top rib & ventilated side ribs are fitted w/ interchangeable choke tubes. All factory markings & warning are on top of monoblock & top bbl. Bottom of monoblock is stamped w/ 2005 Italian nitro proofs. Case hardened low profile O/U action is fitted w/ nonautomatic safety and gold plated selective single trigger adj. for position in trigger guard. Action is engraved w/ sprays scroll stampings around “Caesar Guirini” on each side. Bottom of action is marked “SUMMIT”. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of very attractive fiddle figured & lightly streaked European walnut, measures 14 1/2” over red white & blue “Kick-eez” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece schnabled forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16+”. DAC: 1 5/16”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: no cast. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in ABS Caesar Guirini marked case w/ plastic interior containing stock removal tool, two additional choke tubes (2 in gun for a total of 4), manufacturer’s certificate & bags for bbls. & action. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, shows very little use w/ only few handling marks, mostly on left side of butt. Mechanically crisp. Case is good. (22-1839/MGM). MODERN. $ 2,500-4,000.
2224. CAESAR GUERINI SUMMIT SPORTING CLAYS O/U SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 156552. The 32” monobloc bbls. are fitted w/ ventilated rib, ventilated side ribs & choke tubes. Top of monobloc marked w/ maker’s name & address along w/ chamber info. Bottom of monobloc stamped w/ 2012 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished low profile O/U action features gold plated multiposition SST. Action engraved w/ about 50% coverage of nicely cut shaded acanthus scroll. Engraver’s signature “C. Giovanelli” is on trigger plate. Bottom of action marked “Summit”. Maker’s name is on each side. Nicely figured European (?) walnut extreme pistol grip stock measures 15” over black “Kick-Eez” pad & 1” spring secondary pad. Stock features adj. comb & point pattern checkering on grip w/ right hand palm swell. Matching Schnabeled 1 piece forend has Anson type release. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 7 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ red ABS Guerini embossed carrying case containing stock removal tool, instruction book & Caesar Guerini patch along w/ bbl. bag. CONDITION: very fine w/ evidence of limited use w/ only a few minor handling & assembly marks in all factory finishes. Mechanically fine. (21-3977/MGM). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.
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2226. CAESAR GUERINI WOODLANDER SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 106567. The 28” monobloc bbls. are fitted w/ ventilated rib & interchangeable choke tubes. All correct markings are on bbl. & monoblock, including 2005 Italian nitro proofs. Casehardened low profile O/U action features automatic safety & gold plated selective single trigger. Sides of action stamped w/ maker’s name. Bottom of action marked “WOODLANDER” & there is a gold flying ruffed grouse on trigger plate. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock is of well marbled European walnut & measures 14 1/8” over thin brown “Decelerator” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching 1 piece Schnabled forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1 7/8”. DAC: 1 3/16”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ black plastic case w/ red foam lining containing original wooden buttplate, bags for bbls. & action, 3 choke tubes (total of 5), wrench, hang tags & instruction books. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, very close to as new, but with a scattering of handling & assembly marks, mostly in wood finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is good. (21-4044/MGM). MODERN. $1,250-1,750.
2227. 28 GAUGE BOXLOCK SHOTGUN BY A. ZOLI & FILLI RIZZINI RETAILED BY ABERCROMBIE & FITCH. Cal. 28 Ga. S# 1808. The 26 1/8” dovetailed bbls. are fitted with raised matted game rib. Left side at rear is engraved “ABERCROMBIE & FITCH” “Made in Italy”. Bbl. flats are stamped with Italian nitro proofs for 28 gauge 2 1/2” chambers with a proof date of 1962. Casehardened dbl. arch backed boxlock action has Italian proofs & maker’s name stamped on watertable. Action features automatic safety, pivoting 3rd fastener, gas vents & dbl. triggers. Action is decorated with punched geometric borders. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of plain European walnut measures 14 1/4” over composition buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant gold oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .564”, L: .564”. Restrictions: R: .017” (mod) , L: .034” (full). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .022”, L: .017” (along top rib 6” to 9” behind muzzle). STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 4 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, very close to “as new” retaining over 95% of factory finishes on all wood & metal surfaces with only a few minor handling & assembling marks. Buttplate is considerably proud of wood. There is semi congealed oil in mechanism which is a bit sluggish. (22-969/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-2,500. 149
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2225. CAESAR GUERINI SUMMIT SMALL GAUGE SPORTING CLAYS GUN WITH 3 SETS OF BARRELS & CASE. Cal. 20, 28, 410 Ga. S# 149754. Three 32” monobloc bbl. sets are fitted w/ matted ventilated top ribs & ventilated side ribs along w/ interchangeable choke tubes. Each bbl. set has its own dedicated Schnabeled forend. Monoblocs stamped w/ 2018 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished action fitted w/ non automatic safety & single selective multipositional trigger w/ selector in safety slide. Action is attractively engraved w/ stylized scroll & geometric motifs surrounding “CAESAR” “GUERINI” on sides. Trigger plate has engraver’s signature: “C. Giovanelli”. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 3/4” over thin Kick Eez pad w/ leather covered spring & foam recoil dampener. Point pattern checkering is at grip w/ right hand palm swell & stock is fitted w/ adj. comb. Schnabeled forends match well & have Anson type releases. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 9 oz. (20 ga. bbls.). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun & all 3 bbls. come in red ABS maker embossed case which also contains stock removal tool. Only choke tubes available are the ones installed in the bbls., all are marked for MOD & IMOD, except for 20 ga. which is marked for LIGHT MOD & MOD. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, very close to as new showing evidence of very limited firing, mostly w/ 20 ga. bbls. There are a few light handling & assembly marks, especially notable on buttstock. (21-3978/MGM). MODERN. $3,000-6,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2228. BERETTA 687 EXTRA DIAMOND PIGEON SMALL GAUGE O/U COMBO SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4” / 410 Ga., 3”. S# U28636B. Available as special order only, features special engraving & upgraded wood w/ oil finish. Both bbl. sets 28” vent rib w/ steel bead & Mobil choke interchangeable tubes. Both sets have individual forearms marked “1” on 28 ga. & “2” on 410. Both bbls. have full sets of 6 choke tubes each. Satin silver finished sideplated action w/ full coverage hand engraving signed “Bottega C. Giovenelli”. Upland game scene on right sideplate features 2 setting & 2 flushing bobwhite quail. Woodland game scene on left sideplate featuers 1 setting & 1 flying woodcock. Forward sections of frame have banners marked “P. BERETTA”. FLoorplate is marked “MADE IN ITALY” & “P. Beretta / 687 EXTRA”. Balance of action has full coverage vine type foliate scroll w/ shaded backgrounds that extend to top lever, trigger guard & forend metal. Gold finished SST. Selective ejectors. Schnabel tipped forearms & straight grip stock of exhibition quality walnut showing dark marbled grain w/ orange & brown highlights. Features include fine point pattern hand checkering & German silver oval nameplate on toeline. LOP: 14 7/16” over solid black Beretta pad w/ rounded edges. DAC: 1 5/16”. DAH: 2”. Cast is neutral. WEIGHT (28 ga. bbls.): 6 lb. 1.6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Beretta blue molded case w/ overbox. Case contains spare choke tubes, choke wrench, optional thin buttpad & instruction manual. CONDITION: near excellent, retaining over 99% original wood & metal finish. Bright, near excellent bores. (22-922/DS). MODERN. $10,000-12,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2229. VERY FINE P. BERETTA 12 BORE 451 EELL SHOTGUN W/ CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# H0899. Made in 1980. Bbls. 28” of monobloc construction that have matted concave top rib w/ sm. brass front bead & are engraved on left tube “P. BERETTA ITALY”. Polished bbl. flats w/ S#, proof marks, maker’s name, & model no. (451 EELL). Bottom of right tube stamped “BOEHLER ANTINIT STEEL”. Bottom rib w/ sm. sling hole filled ahead of forend. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ scroll engraved blued iron & has Anson type push button release w/ polished interior. Coin finished sidelock action. Very nicely rose & scroll engraved w/ gold washed pins. Bottom of action w/ rose & scroll & engraved “P. Beretta” towards top, all done by Massenza & signed by him in front of the gold plated checkered non selective single trigger. Beaded bbl. bolsters w/ rose & scroll engraving. Blued top lever w/ gold inlaid crown, pierced floral design at thumb point, top tang w/ border engraving & gold inlaid “S” in front of blued engraved safety slide. Gun made w/ non selective single trigger, auto ejectors, & non auto safety. Bbl. flats w/ S#, sm. import mark, model # & proof marks & bushed strikers at breech face. Blued trigger guard w/ scroll burst on bow & tang w/ S# & engraved screws. Flat knob pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist is nicely figured fiddleback European walnut & terminates w/ a thin ventilated Beretta brand pad which is beginning to harden. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 1 3/4”. LOP: 14 5/8”. Right: Bore diameter: .730. Restriction: .026 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: .032. Left: Bore diameter: .730. Restriction: .040 (full). Minimum wall thickness: .032. Weight: 7 lbs 7 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in what appears to be its original gray/green canvas Beretta case w/ brown leather appointments, brass furniture & light brown suede interior. Gun comes w/ its original Beretta branded cloth sleeves inside case. CONDITION: extremely fine, showing limited use. Bbls. retain approx 97% original blue. Action is excellent w/ only minor staining noted. Trigger guard & top lever retain nearly all their original blue. Stocks are sound w/ only very minor handling marks. Gun appears to have been fired very little & is tight w/ brilliant shiny bores & crisp mechanics. Case is good to very good w/ thinning on corners, scattered stains & rub marks. These are stout & robust guns capable of lasting many generations. (22-1183/JL). MODERN. $7,000-11,000. 151
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2230. RARE & FINE 50s VINTAGE BERETTA ASE EELL 20 GAUGE O/U GAME GUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 23031. A while back, the general public was not aware of the existence of these fine guns, made during the 50s & 60s. They could often be found at local gun shows, etc., priced along w/ the more common silver & golden snipes. This has changed and these beautifully made guns are highly sought today, especially the EELL grade which is extremely rare. This example has 26” monobloc bbls. fitted w/ low matted ventilated rib. Top left bbl. marked w/ maker’s name & steel type (Boehler Antinit). Left side marked w/ imported & retailer “Abercrombie & Fitch” along w/ “MADE IN ITALY”. Engine turned monobloc stamped on the bottom w/ 1959 Italian nitro proofs, model, grade & S#. Coin finished low profile dbl. arch backed O/U action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), gas vents, & dbl. triggers. Action is very nicely filed & engraved w/ near full coverage. Lg. baroque scrolling acanthus w/ floral highlights. Bottom of action engraved “P. BERETTA BRESCIA” “ITALY” above forend iron mortice. Engraver’s initials “A. C.” (unknown) are on trigger plate. Blued top lever & trigger guard are engraved w/ matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Attractive newer stock of nicely fiddle figured American walnut measures 14 1/4” over “No Shoc” pad. Squarish point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching 1 piece slim forend is original to the gun w/ closely spaced checkering & Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: top: .621”, bottom: .621”. Restriction: top: .018” (MOD), bottom: .007” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: top: .036”, bottom: .038”. STOCK: 14 1/4”. DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun accompanied by brown vinyl case lined in blue velvety cloth, embroidered w/ Beretta logo & name in lid. CONDITION: fine except for replaced stock. Bbl. retaining approx. 90% original blue. Action w/ bright coin finish w/ little evidence of previous staining. Newer buttstock retains nearly all of its original oil finish. Forend has some marks & scratches in its original finish. Bores are smooth & shiny w/ little evidence of any repairs. Action is tight. Ejectors are out of time. Case is very fine. These lovely little guns are so svelte that this consultant can touch his thumb to his middle finger around the action. (21-3991/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-8,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 152
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2231. MASTER ENGRAVED BERETTA 627 EELL SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# A39384A. Made between 1985-93 in limited numbers, these guns are hard to find today. The 26” monobloc bbls. are fitted w/ concave game rib, choke tubes, & have Beretta markings on top of left bbl. & sides of monobloc. Engine turned bbl. flats stamped w/ 1983 Italian nitro proofs for 3” chambers. Coin finished boxlock action w/ ornamental side plates features non automatic safety & gold plated single selective trigger w/ selector in safety button. Action is hand engraved w/ 70% coverage well cut scroll w/ rose bouquet highlights on bottom. Bottom also engraved “P. BERETTA” “GARDONE, VT” above & below central rose bouquet. The grade is engraved in front of trigger plate which also bears engraver’s signature, “C. Giovanelli”. Sideplates engraved w/ some scroll at rear helping to frame some very well detailed bulino game scenes w/ a pair of woodcock taking flight w/ mountains in background on left & a pair of mallards settling into a marsh on right. Nicely streaked & figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over ribbed wood buttplate. Well cut point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant gold oval is on toeline. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in blue ABS Beretta case lined in black foam containing 2 choke tubes & wrench along w/ bags for action & bbls. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, very close to as new w/ only a scattering of light handling marks, mostly on buttstock. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically crisp. Case is also excellent. (21-3998/MGM). MODERN. $4,000-6,000.
2232. BERETTA VANDALIA SINGLE TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# P31362. Bbl. 34” w/ raised vent rib, hand matted top & fixed full choke. White target front sight & white mid bead. Coin finished action w/ dbl. underlug locking. Extractor action is without a safety & features a checkered trigger. Receiver & sideplates feature highlights of scroll engraving w/ straight line borders having gold filled Beretta markings on floorplate. Finger groove beavertail forearm w/ steel tip of Monte Carlo pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ cut checkering & gloss finish. LOP: 14 1/2” over thin black Beretta pad. Drop to parallel comb: 1 1/4”. DAH: 1 5/8”. Stock has approx. 1/4” cast off for right hand shooter. WEIGHT: 9 lbs. A very scarce shotgun circa 1997. Described as “never officially introduced or released commercially”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: canvas covered luggage case w/ green velour fitted interior. Case contains Beretta marked cloth gun covers. CONDITION: lightly used. Bbl. retains 99% blue. Coin finished action shows scattered spots of very light corrosion. Original wood finish shows sm. spot of finish loss on right side behind checkering & hairline crack behind left lockplate. Bright near, excellent bore. (22-992/DS). MODERN. $4,000-8,000. 153
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2233. BERETTA 409 SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 34045. Bbls. 27” of monobloc & alloy Chromium steel. Fixed Full & Full chokes. Steel bead. Satin nickel finished boxlock action w/ floral ornamentation. Dbl. triggers, hinged front triggers. Extractors. Splinter forearm & straight grip stock of fancy walnut hand checkering. Left side of stock has gold painted marking “GEORGE LUCION PARKER / JULY 9, 1950”. LOP: shortened to 14” over an aftermarket solid black Kick-Eez pad. DAC: 1 7/16”. DAH: 2 3/8”. Cast: neutral. Weight: 5 lbs, 5.5 oz. CONDITION: gun retains over 97% original metal finish. Wood shows lightly worn finish in checkering. Toeline in stock has fill in hole for sling swivel stud. Bottom of bbls. have plug screws in sling swivel holes. Sound mechanics. Bright near excellent bores. (22-263/DS). CURIO. $2,250-3,000.
2234. BERETTA 682 SPORTING SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# H06086B. The 28” monobloc bbls. are fitted w/ ventilated rib & ventilated side ribs along w/ interchangeable choke tubes. Beretta info & warning are on either side of top bbl. Monobloc marked “SPORTING” & w/ chamber & ga. information. Bottom of monobloc stamped w/ 1993 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished low profile Beretta action fitted w/ multiposition gold plated single selective trigger. Nicely figured American walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/4” over “Decelerator” sporting clays pad. Stock features point pattern checkering on grip w/ right hand palm swell. Matching 1 piece beavertail forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1 1/2+”. DAC: 1 3/16”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: approx. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 1 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ blue ABS Beretta case lined in black foam containing 2 extra choke tubes, stock removal tool & bags for bbl. & action. CONDITION: very fine, close to as new w/ little evidence of shooting & a few exceptionally light handling & assembly marks. Mechanically good. Case is good. (21-4004/MGM). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.
2235. BERETTA BL-3 28 GA. O/U NON EJECTOR SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga. S# N00366. 28” monobloc bbls. fitted w/ low narrow ventilated rib have Beretta markings on top bbl. & monobloc either side of rib. Bottom of monobloc is stamped w/ Italian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Left sides of bbls. are marked for chokes “M” & “F”. Blued low profile O/U action features single selective gold plated trigger & automatic safety. Action is roll engraved w/ 40% scroll w/ name & Beretta address on each side. Bottom is decorated w/ an angel holding a mirror w/ “BL3” in circle on trigger plate. Plain European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 15” over checkered wood butt over 1” lengthening piece fitted to curve. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece forend has roll button release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 15”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 3 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Bbl. & action retaining over 90% original blue w/ some scattered scratches & marks. Stocks retain nearly all of their varnish finish, again with a good many marks associated w/ normal field use. Lengthening piece is relatively new. Bore is bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-1847/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2237. BERETTA AL 391 URIKA GOLD SPORTING AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 3”. S# AA131368. Bbl. 23” vent rib w/ white target front side & steel mid bead. Fitted w/ Mobile chokes, full set of 5 flush fitting tubes are included. Black finished gas operated alloy action w/ gold markings & scroll ornamentation. Aftermarket blue finished aluminum oversized bolt handle & action release. Gold finished trigger, forearm & pistol grip stock of gloss finished fancy walnut have cut checkering & oval nameplate on toeline. LOP is 14 1/2” over solid black pad. Mfg. 2000-2006. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box containing spare chokes, choke wrench, optional thin recoil pad, stock bushings, weighted mag. cap & springs, plug, original bolt handle & action release. CONDITION: very good used, retaining 97% metal finish. Original wood finish shows numerous sm. scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. (22-993/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2238. BENELLI SUPER BLACK EAGLE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”, 3”, & 3 1/2”. S# U227836. Bbl. 26” VR w/ full set of 5 Mobil interchangeable chokes. Inertia operation. Matte black finish. Synthetic forearm & pistol grip stock w/ swivel bases. LOP: 14 1/8” over black ventilated pad. Mfg. 1991-2005. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gray molded case containing instruction manual, registration card, MF-80 lubricant, stock shims, chokes & choke tube wrench. CONDITION: as new w/ box. (21-4296/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2239. SCARCE COLT STANDARD MAGNUM AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 3” Magnum. S# C040120. A little over 5,000 of these guns were made during the period of 1962-66 by Luigi Franchi. They were available in Magnum 12, 12 & 20 Ga. This gun has 28” plain bbl. choked full & is marked “COLT’S PT. FA. MFG. CO. HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A.” on left side. This mark also appears on left side of blued action along w/ “MADE IN ITALY”. Plain walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over Frenchi buttplate. Checkering is on grip & matching forend. CONDITION: very fine, retaining approx 90% original finish on metal w/ scattered high edge wear & freckling. Stocks retain over 80% original finish w/ some light marks, most loss on left side of forend. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically fine. (22-1975/MGM). CURIO. $400-700. 155
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2236. BERETTA A400 XPLOR UNICO SEMIAUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”, 3”, 3 1/2”. S# XA018025. Bbl. 26” VR w/ Optima bore. OptimaChokes, IC, mod. & full included. Gloss blue finished bbl. Satin gray alloy receiver. Inertia operation. Extra Grain forearm & pistol grip checkered stock w/ swivel bases. Kick-off recoil system. Introduced in 2009. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: green molded case containing instruction manual, warranty papers, specifications sheet, stock shims, sling swivels, gun oil, plug, choke tubes & wrench. CONDITION: as new w/ box. (21-4289/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2240. RON REIMER D5G ENGRAVED BROWNING SUPERPOSED O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4” & 3”. S# 45762V7. Bbls. 26 1/2” w/ hand matted VR. Fixed skeet & skeet chokes. White target front sight w/ white bead. Left side is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST. LOUIS Mo MONTREAL P.Q.”. Coin finished boxlock action has custom D5G full coverage engraving w/ engraver’s signature “Reimer” found on floorplate behind trigger. Deep relief rose & foliate scroll engraving w/ shaded backgrounds extending to top lever, trigger guard, forearm iron & breech section of bbls. Ron Reimer studied Gunsmithing at the Colorado School of Trades in 1977. He accepted a job w/ Herters in 1979. In 1990, he began working for Browning in Arnold, MO where he learned engraving & restoring salt wood guns. This master engraver retired in 2011 & moved to western Wyoming, where he still engraves Brownings & select firearms. Gold finished SST. Selective ejectors. Lightning forearm & rnd. knob short tang stock of gloss finished exhibition grade walnut w/ elaborate hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over a Pachmayr Presentation pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/16”. Near neutral cast. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 11 oz. 1967 Belgium mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning luggage case. CONDITION: near excellent as upgraded retaining over 99% wood & metal finish. (214579/DS). CURIO. $17,000-22,000. 157
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2241. VERY ATTRACTIVE AND SCARCE BROWNING P2Q SMALL GAUGE 3 BARREL SKEET SET, ENGRAVING BY J. BAERTON. Cals. 410, 28 Ga. & 20 Ga. S# PC4RR1559 (1977). In “The Browning Superposed”, Ned Schwing indicates that only 21 multi barrel sets were produced in P2 grade in all gauges. This fine gun has 3 sets of 28” barrels, each with its own dedicated forend and featuring ventilated ribs mounted with 2 white beads. All barrel sets are choked skeet & skeet. Blued small size B25 action with gold plated single selective trigger is engraved with near full coverage large open flowing acanthus scroll similar to that found Diana Grade guns surrounding game scenes in well detailed backgrounds. Major subjects are relief gold inlaid. A pair of Canada geese are flying across a marsh on left side of action and a setter breaks point while a duck flushes from open meadow on right. A mallard flies across bottom of action. Long tang square knob buttstock of strikingly fiddle figured American walnut measures 14 3/16” over thin black Kick-Eez pad. Modified point pattern checkering is at grip. Flared target type 1 piece forends match well. Gun & barrels are housed in tan vinyl Hartman Browning case lined in fawn faux fur which contains what is probably the original Browning white line pad with screws and 2 keys. MEASUREMENTS WITH 20 GAUGE BARRELS: DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 1 7/8”. LOP: 14 3/16”. Weight: 6 lbs., 8 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine with evidence of very light use. Metal surfaces retaining over 95% original blue, slightly silvered on thumb piece, trigger guard & sharp edges. Trigger shows some darkening of gold on blade. Stocks retain nearly all of their bright original varnish finish. Buttstock with a few light scratches mostly on left side. Checkering is still light in color. Finish has no damage with addition of new pad. Bores are all bright and shiny. Mechanically crisp. Case is fine with a few scuffs and marks in exterior with compressions and light soiling on interior fur. (22-1902/MGM). MODERN. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 158
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2242. PAIR OF BROWNING CITORI 525 UPLAND GAME SERIES O/U SHOTGUNS. Special edition mfg. in limited quantities & offered only as a Shot Show Special in 2008. 1) UPLAND PHEASANT SMALL GAME MODEL. Cal. 410., 3”. S# 31230MT131. Bbls. 28” VR w/ white target front sight & white mid bead. Invector interchangeable chokes; IC, mod & full tubes included. Silver nitride finished receiver w/ special Upland series ornamentation. Sides feature gold plated pheasants & borders. Scenes are surrounded by scroll highlights. Bottom of action has gold bordered marking “UPLAND GAME SERIES / 30 OF 100”. Gold plated SST. Selective ejectors. Schnabel tipped forearm & uncapped pistol grip walnut stock w/ satin finish & cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over original buttplate. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% wood & metal finish. Bottom bbl. retains the Browning retail sticker. Bright near excellent bores. (21-4135/DS). 2) UPLAND DOVE SMALL GAME MODEL. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 66066MT131. Bbls. 28” VR w/ white target front sight & white mid bead. Invector chokes include: 3 Seminole stainless steel extended chokes (IM, full & extra full) & 4 Carlson stainless steel Skeet extended chokes. Silver nitride finished receiver w/ special Upland series ornamentation. Sides feature gold plated doves & borders. Scenes are surrounded by scroll highlights. Bottom of action has gold bordered marking “UPLAND GAME SERIES / 66 OF 100”. Gold plated SST. Selective ejectors. Schnabel tipped forearm & uncapped pistol grip walnut stock w/ satin finish & cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over original buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black molded 2 bbl. set case w/ maroon velour fitted interior. Case contains spare chokes, 2-410 chamber locks, & packet containing owner’s manual & associated paperwork. CONDITION: bbl. retains 98% blue. Receiver shows areas of tarnished appearance. Trigger retains 70% gold finish. Stocks have very good original finish showing a few sm. marks. Very good bright bores. (21-4136/DS). BOTH MODERN. $4,000-5,500.
2243. BROWNING CITORI GRADE 3 FIELD O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 3” S# 51944PR353. Bbls. 28” vent rib with steel bead & Invector chokes. Full set of five chokes are included. Satin silver finished action w/ game scene ornamentation. Right side upland scene features flying pheasants. Left side marsh scene features flying mallards. Scenes are surrounded by foliate scroll that continues to upper & lower areas of action and trigger guard bow. Hunting model forearm & pistol grip stock of gloss finished nicely grained walnut w/ cut checkering. LOP 14 1/4” over original pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: foam lined black box w/ matching label. Box contains spare chokes, owner’s manual & 1988 Browning catalog. CONDITION: near new in box. (21-4238/DS). MODERN. $2,000-2,750.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2244. BROWNING CITORI FEATHER SUPERLIGHT 16 GAUGE O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 25128ZN131. Bbls. 28” vent rib w/ steel bead & Invector chokes. Satin silver finished alloy boxlock action w/ scroll engraving having gold feather on floorplate, gold finished SST, selective ejectors. Schnabel tipped forearm & straight grip stock of fancy checkered walnut w/ original buttplate & satin finish. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing spare choke, choke wrench, instruction manual, NRA pamphlet & chamber locks. CONDITION: near new in box. (22-949/DS). MODERN. $2,000-2,700.
2245. BROWNING MODEL 42 HIGH GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S# 01322NZ982. Bbl. 26” w/ rnd. post vent rib, fixed full choke & steel bead. Action has style 5 engraving. Right side marsh scene features four gold plated flying ducks. Left side woodland scene features two pointing dogs & flushing grouse. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll. Beavertail oforearm & steel capped pistol grip stock of fancy gloss finished walnut w/ double diamond cut checkering & original buttplate. Limited edition of 6,000 mfg. 1991-1993. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original foam lined black box with matching label shows some tattering. Box contains owner’s manual & hang tag. CONDITION: near new in box. Mag. tube shows light slide wear. Left side of action retains caution tag. (21-4472/DS). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.
2246. BROWNING CITORI LIGHTNING GRADE 1 O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga,. 2 3/4”. S# 31834ZT131. Bbls. 28” vent rib w/ Invector chokes & steel bead. IC, MOD & FULL choke tubes included. Blue finish boxlock action w/ scroll ornamentation. Gold finished SST. Selective ejectors. Lightning forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip stock of checkered gloss finished walnut w/ original buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing spare choke & wrench, owner’s manual, NRA pamphlet & chamber locks. CONDITION: near new w/ box. (22-950/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2247. BROWNING CITORI TRAP COMBO O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 11637RP143. Bbl. (1) 32” O/U w/ high target VR, fixed imp. mod. & full chokes. White target front bead w/ white mid bead. Bbl. (2) 34” over single w/ high VR. Fixed full choke. Raybar style front sight w/ white mid bead. Blued boxlock action w/ Grade I Scroll engraving. Selective ejectors. Gold finished SST. Target style beavertail forearm & pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of gloss finished checkered walnut. Stock features an adj. comb, & recoil reduction system w/ adj. buttplate. LOP: 14 3/4”. S# indicates 1978 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning Citori instruction manual. Browning 2 bbl. set luggage case. Case shows light wear & tattering. CONDITION: action retains 80% original blue showing carry & trigger guard wear w/ sm. spots of light pitting on left of receiver. Trigger retains 30% gold finish. Both bbls. retain over 95% blue & have very good bores w/ retaining some plastic fouling. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered dents, scratches & marks. Action is sound w/ top lever sitting dead center. (21-4570/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.
2248. BROWNING A-5 LIGHT TWENTY DUCKS UNLIMITED AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 90DU000050. Bbl. 26” vent rib w/ invector interchangeable chokes, IC, MOD, & FULL choke tubes included. Satin gray finish action w/ special Ducks Unlimited ornamentation on sides & top consisting of North American waterfowl surrounded by foliate scroll. Engraver’s signature “M.OISHI” is located at lower left portion of action. Gold finished trigger. Finger groove forearm & rnd. knob stock of fancy walnut w/ gloss finish, cut checkering & original buttplate. 1990 DU auction gun, mfg. limited to 4,500. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: DU marked injection molded case with foam lined interior. Case contains spare chokes, instruction manual, Browning knife pamphlet & case keys. CONDITION: over 99% metal finish. Original wood finish shows a few light marks. Bright bore shows plastic fouling toward choke area. (21-4627/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,500. 161
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2249. BROWNING MODEL 425 GRADE I O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 01759NTK13. Bbls. 30” of Special Steel w/ VR & factory porting. Invector Plus choke tubes: IC & Mod. tubes included. Greyed Nitrous finished boxlock action w/ scroll ornamentation. Gold finished SST w/ adj. pull length. Selective ejectors. Schnabel tipped forearm & uncapped pistol grip stock of stain finished nicely grained walnut w/ cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over solid black Decelerator sporting clays pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. Neutral cast. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 10.3 oz. Mfg. 1996. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bores. (21-4123/DS). MODERN. $1,250-1,750.
2250. BROWNING MODEL 525 FIELD O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 19645MX131. Bbls. 28” of Special Steel w/ VR. Browning Invector chokes: IC & mod tubes included. White target front sight w/ white mid bead. Satin silver finished boxlock action w/ scroll ornamentation. Gold plated SST. Selective ejectors. Schnabel tipped forearm & uncapped pistol grip stock of stain finished nicely grained walnut w/ cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over original buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 5/16”. Neutral cast. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 10 oz. Mfg. 2008. CONDITION: over 98% metal finish showing sm. spots of tarnish on bottom of bbl. lugs. Very good original wood finish showing sm. marks. Over bbl. has a sharp dent 6 3/4” from muzzle. Bright near excellent bores. (21-4117/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,600. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2251. BROWNING TAKEDOWN 22 AUTO WITH SPECTACULAR ANGELO BEE AND CAPECE DUAL SIGNED CUSTOM INLAYS. Cal. 22 LR. S# 72916. Blue finished action with striking game scene inlays surrounded by gold wire borders. Right side scene shows copper and silver inlaid fox chasing a gold and silver running rabbit with copper, gold and silver foliage. Left side scene features a gold and silver bobcat trying to catch two copper and silver flying quail in the midst of copper, silver and gold terrain. Top of action features a peregrine falcon on a branch surrounded by gold wire highlights that extend to triggerguard bow. Lower rear corners of receiver features signature of FN master engravers, Angelo Bee on the right side and Rocco Capece on the left side. Forearm and pistol grip stock of exhibition quality walnut, exhibiting dark chocolate with orange tones and dark marbling. Wood has a satin finish with hand cut French style skip line checkering. Steel buttplate has hand cut grooves. 19 1/4” barrel has a gold bead front sight with folding leaf rear sight and is drilled and tapped for scope mounts. CONDITION: over 99% custom wood and metal finish. Stock shows a couple of small scratches. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-185/DS). MODERN. $10,000-13,000. 163
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2252. BROWNING TROMBONE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE WITH OUTSTANDING ANGELO BEE CUSTOM GAME SCENE ENGRAVING. Cal. 22 LR. S# 47354. The coin finished action features full coverage engraving by renowned FN master engraver Angelo Bee. Gold inlaid figures include a raccoon eating a fish on right side, falcon catching a rabbit on left side, and two squirrels on top. Scenes on both sides have “A.BEE” signature. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll and punched with punch dot backgrounds that extend to floorplate and triggerguard bow. Breech and muzzle ends of barrel have gold highlights. Small round walnut forearm and round knob pistol grip stock, exhibition quality walnut with dark marbled grain. LOP 13 1/2” to checkered butt. CONDITION: over 99% custom wood and metal finish. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-186/DS). MODERN. $9,000-12,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2253. BELGIUM BROWNING 22 TAKEDOWN GRADE 3 WHEEL SIGHT SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# T32996. Bbl. 19 1/4” rnd. w/ blade front sight & wheel adj. sporting rear sight. Coin finished action w/ unsigned Grade 3 engraving. Full coverage engraving features dogs & game birds on receiver sides & top bordered by foliate scroll that extends to trigger guard. Gold finished trigger. Trim beavertail forearm & flat knob pistol grip stock of fancy European walnut having orange & dark tones. Skip line checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” to steel buttplate. Tubular mags. inserts through buttplate & loads through right side of stock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning Hartmann luggage case missing white handle insert. Case contains operation & care booklet along w/ luggage case pamphlet. CONDITION: near excellent as refinished retaining over 99% wood & metal finish. Breech block has weakened proof marks. Bright near excellent bore. (21-4139/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2254. BELGIUM BROWNING 22 TAKEDOWN GRADE 2 WHEEL SIGHT SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# T48769. Bbl. 19 1/4”. Blade front sight w/ wheel adj. rear sight. Coin finished action w/ unsigned Grade 2 hand engraving. Engraving features scenes w/ 2 prairie dogs on right side, 2 squirrels on left & mallard on top. Scenes surrounded by oak leaf engraving w/ shaded highlights that extend to trigger guard bow. Gold finished trigger. Trim beavertail forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ hand checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over grooved steel buttplate. Mag. tube inserts through buttplate & loads through right side. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning luggage case containing instruction manual in black envelope, case paperwork & keys. CONDITION: near excellent as refinished retaining over 99% wood & metal finish. Trigger retains 70% gold finish. Breech block has weakened proof markings. Bright near excellent bore. (21-4137/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.
2255. EARLY BROWNING SEMI AUTO .22 RIFLE WITH WHEEL SIGHT, SCOPE & CASE. Cal. 22 LR. S# T72405 (on housing for mag. tube in butt). Standard production w/ 19 3/8” bbl. marked w/ Browning St. Louis & Montreal addresses along w/ “Made in Belgium”. Bbl. fitted w/ early style “Wheel” sight. Typical grade 1 receiver has scroll engraving. Top is grooved for scope mt. Pistol grip buttstock is of well figured American walnut & measures 14” over steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning 4x 3/4” tube scope w/ crosshair reticle in Browning rings. Also included is a tan Hartman style Browning case lined in faux fur. Case has place for action, bbl. & scope. CONDITION: fine. Metal retaining over 95% original blue, most loss due to scratches on top of receiver from incorrectly fitting scope rings. Stocks retain nearly all of their original varnish finish w/ some minor marks & dings. Checkering lightly worn. Shiny bore. Scope is also very fine w/ only a few exceptionally minor marks. Optically clear. Case is good w/ light soiling to interior. (21-4138/MGM). CURIO. $900-1,500. 165
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2256. BROWNING MODEL AUTO RIFLE SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 22LR. S# 70T35702. Bbl. 19 1/4” w/ dovetailed bead front sight; rear sight replaced w/ Browning cantilever grooved mt. Mfg.1970 in Belgium (1956-1974); current Miroku Japanese production began 1976. Light checkered European walnut stock set. Weaver rings & gloss 4X Bushnell Banner crosshair reticle scope. Grade I w/ “BAC” bbl. markings. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore & scope set. (21-4631/NW). CURIO. $500-750.
2257. BROWNING 1886 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 45-70 S# 02566NY6C7. Bbl. 22” w/ pinned blade front sight & graduated leaf carbine rear sight. Full length mag. Bbl. & mag. have polished blue finish. Bright finished action has game scene ornamentation. Right side has mountain scene featuring 2 gold plated grizzlies. Left side has saddle ring w/ scene featuring 2 running deer. Gold finished trigger. Band fastened carbine forearm & straight grip stock of fancy gloss finished walnut w/ steel carbine buttplate. Limited edition of 3,000 mfg. 1992-1993. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: foam lined black box w/ matching label. Box contains owner’s manual & super swivel tag. CONDITION: near new in box. (21-4471/DS). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.
2258. CUSTOM FN MAUSER W/ LEFT HAND STOCK & SCOPE. Cal. 30-06. S# 43105. Early FN action w/ model 98 type bolt shroud & modified flag safety is fitted w/ 24” medium weight sporter bbl. w/ serial numbers matching. Bottom metal has early peg type floorplate release & rifle is fitted w/ commercial trigger. Extreme pistol grip stock of a superb piece of feather crotch grain American walnut measures 14 1/4” over brown “Decellerator” pad. Stock features Monte Carlo rollover lefthand cheekpiece, flared grip, rosewood forend tip & hand cut checkering at grip & forend w/ ribbons through pattern. Rifle is fitted w/ Leupold Vari-X IIC 3-9x scope w/ crosshair & dot reticle in Leupold rings & 2 piece mount. CONDITION: very fine. Metal parts retaining essentially all of their factory finish. A few scratches, one fairly heavy is on receiver ring over S#. Stock retains nearly all of its custom oil finish w/ a few marks & scratches. Very fine bore. Mechanically good. Scope is very fine, optically clear. (22-1830/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2260. 20 GAUGE BROWNING SUPERPOSED LONG TANG ROUND KNOB SKEET GUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 19001 (circa 1960). Standard configuration & markings w/ 26 3/8” ventilated rib bbls. Blued action has gold plated SST & engraved w/ usual sprays of open scroll. Bottom of action marked “Lightning”. Rnd. knob buttstock of somewhat streaked & figured European walnut measures 14 5/8” over later “Whiteline” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Usual 1 piece forend matches well. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 4 oz. CONDITION: good. Bbls. retaining over 60% original blue. Action has most of its original blue. Gold on trigger considerably worn. Stocks retain about 60% of their original finish, worn through at grip & at sharp edges & w/ a myriad of minor marks & scratches. Checkering somewhat worn. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (21-4596/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2261. BROWNING CITORI 410 FIELD GUN. Cal. 410. S# 27090NPA83. The 26” bbls. w/ raised ventilated rib are fitted w/ invector chokes & have Browning marks & calibers on top left & right of top bbl. along w/ “MADE IN JAPAN”. Sm. size blued action features gold plated single selective trigger. Sprays of scroll engraving are on sides, & bottom is marked “BrowninG Citori”. Lightly streaked European walnut straightgrip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over Browning hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching schnabled one piece forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2-”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 8 oz. CONDITION: very fine w/ evidence of very light field use w/ only a few minor handling marks in all factory finishes. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanically crisp. (22-1829/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2262. BROWNING BSS HUNTING MODEL SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4” & 3”. S# 4270B37. Bbl. 28” w/ fixed Mod & Full chokes. Steel front bead. Blued boxlock action w/ scroll ornamentation. Silver finished nonselective single trigger. Selective ejectors. Beavertail forearm pistol grip walnut stock w/ hand checkering. LOP: altered to 14” over a thin brown decelerator pad. CONDITION: over 97% original blue. Very good original wood finish. Tight action. Bright near excellent bores. (22-918/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2259. BROWNING MODEL BLR LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 243 Win. S# 01075RR127. Bbl. 20” w/ ramped base & gold bead front sight, rear bbl. sight removed & attachment screw reinstalled; Williams WGRS receiver sight. Mfg. 1977 (19741980) in Japan w/ cut checkered (initiated 1975) gloss finished stock set having Browning ventilated pad. MAGS: 1 factory 4rd. CONDITION: extremely faint peppery oxidation at left rear of front sight base & where vertical lines of buttstock meet receiver; all other aspects near excellent including bore. (21-4260/NW). MODERN. $550-800.
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2263. BROWING BSS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4” & 3”. S# 01314RR158. Bbls. 26” w/ fixed IC & Mod chokes. Brass front bead. Blued boxlock action w/ scroll ornamentation. Silver finished SST. Selective ejectors. Beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of gloss finished checkered walnut. LOP: 14 1/8” over original buttplate. Mfg. 1971-1988. Assembled in Korea w/ Japanese components. CONDITION: over 95% original blue. Original wood finish shows numerous scratches, scuffs & handling marks. Buttplate has a sm. chip at toe. Good mechanics. Very good bright bores. (21-4264/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2264. BROWNING CITORI SUPERLIGHT GRADE I O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 12131PY103. Bbls. 28” VR w/ fixed mod. & full chokes. Steel bead. Blued boxlock action w/ scroll ornamentation. Gold finished SST. Selective ejectors. Schnabel tipped forearm & straight grip stock of oil finished walnut w/ hand checkering & original buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning luggage case containing 3 piece cleaning rod, slip-on rubber butt pad, cleaning patches, snap caps, shooters glove, sling, owners manual & 1991-1992 New York state resident big game tag. Also includes foam lined 2 piece black box w/ matching numbered label. CONDITION: very fine overall retaining 98% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bores. PROVENANCE: from the estate collections of Charles P. Obremski. (22-1407/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2265. BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE 1 O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 82216. Bbls. 30” vent rib w/ fixed IM & FULL chokes. Steel bead. Blued boxlock action w/ grade 1 scroll engraving. Gold finished SST. Selective ejectors. Lightning forearm & rnd. knob long tang walnut stock have hand checkering. LOP is 14 1/8” over original Browning pad. Mfg. 1959. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain 60% dull fading blue showing scattered light pitting. Trigger retains 50% gold finish. Refinished wood has weakened checkering showing scratches & handling marks. Bores are generally bright. (22-1057/DS). CURIO. $600-1,000.
2266. BROWNING A5 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. S# 127096. Bbl. 25 1/2” plain w/ matted top & steel bead. Fixed IC choke. Pre war action w/ grade 2 scroll engraving having safety mounted in front of trigger guard bow. Action & bbl. are opened from 2 9/16” to accept 2 3/4” shell. Finger groove forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip stock w/ hand checkering & original buttplate. CONDITION: over 97% lightly faded original blue showing spots of remaining pitting. Refinished wood has freshened checkering & shows scattered handling marks. Sound mechanics. Bore shows spots of very light pitting w/ slight ring bulge in choke area. (22-1056/DS). CURIO. $400-600.
2267. BELGIUM BROWNING A5 LIGHT TWELVE SEMI AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 71G88527. Bbl. 27 1/2” w/ 1/4” VR, steel bead & fixed full choke. Blue finish. Recoil operated action has scroll ornamentation & zig-zag highlights. Gold finished trigger. Forearm & long tang flat knob pistol grip stock of gloss finished European walnut w/ cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” to replacement Browning ventilated pad. 1971 Belgium mfg. CONDITION: very good blue wear & handling marks. Very good wood finish showing light handling marks & scratches throughout. Bright bore w/ streaks of fouling. (21-4272/MD). CURIO. $500-700. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2269. FN BROWNING AUTO 5 PRE-WWII GRADE 1 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 151699H. Bbl. 27 1/2” plain w/ fixed Full choke. Pedestal mounted steel front bead. Matching S# “151699”. Top of both bbls. are marked “BROWNING ARMS CO. ST. LOUIS MO.” Square stern recoil operated action w/ Fabrique Nationale markings. Pre-war style safety located in front of bow. Finger groove walnut forearm & rnd. knob stock w/ hand checkering & original FN buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: extra bbl., 25 1/2” plain w/ fixed IC choke, pedestal mounted steel front bead, S# “187394”. CONDITION: both bbls. retain over 70% lightly faded blue w/ streaks of corrosion on bbl. extension. Both have very good bores. Action retains 50% dull fading blue showing carry wear. Wood has worn checkering & peeling finish showing scratches & marks. Forearm has cracks & chips. Stock has a sm. crack extending from right side of action. (21-4048/DS). CURIO. $400-600.
2270. VERY EARLY BROWNING GRADE 1 SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1304 (Mfg. 1931). This gun was made during the first year of production for the superposed & has 32” bbls. w/ raised matted ventilated rib engraved “BrowninG” “Superposed” & are marked for IC & modified chokes. Blued action w/ single selective trigger & non automatic safety is unmarked on frame which does have sm. scroll border engraving. Long tang rnd. knob buttstock of lightly streaked & figured European walnut measures 15” over tan leather covered pad on 1 3/8” figured American walnut extension. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Full one piece forend w/ flat steel tip matches well. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: T .725”, B .724”. Restriction: T .016” (MOD), B .006” (IC). Min. Wall Thickness: T .030”, B .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 15”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 15 oz. CONDITION: very fine as refinished. Metal parts retain nearly all of a careful reblue w/ some very minor sharp edge wear. Stocks w/ essentially all of a hand rubbed oil finish. Checkering recut. Pad & extension are relatively new. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (22-1848/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,000.
2271. 20 GA. BROWNING CITORI GRADE 1 SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 23439NR263. The 26” bbls. w/ raised ventillated rib have Browning marks at sides of rib & are fitted w/ Invector Plus chokes. Sm. frame, blued action w/ gold plated single selective trigger has flourishes of scroll engraving on sides. Bottom is marked “BROWNING Citori”. Rnd. knob, short tang buttstock of nicely figured & marbled European walnut measures 14 1/2” over black “Kick-eez” pad on 1/2” hardrubber extension. Point pattern checkering is at grip. One piece field forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 5/16”. Cast: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 11 oz. CONDITION: very fine w/ evidence of limited field use. Metal parts w/ some high edge wear. Stocks w/ some scattered marks & scratches. Pad & extension are relatively new. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-1905/MGM). MODERN. $700-1,000.
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2268. BROWNING RECOILLESS SINGLE TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” trap loads only. S# 01883NX869. Bbl. 30” back bored w/ Invector Plus interchangeable chokes, IMP-MOD tube included. High post VR w/ 3 points of impact adjustment. White target front sight w/ white mid bead. Specially designed bolt action eliminates 72% of felt recoil. Gold finished trigger. Checkered walnut forearm & Monte Carlo pistol grip stock w/ high gloss finish. LOP: altered to 13 3/4” over an adj. Browning trap pad. Mfg. 1994-1996. CONDITION: over 80% metal finish showing edge wear & sm. marks. Original wood finish shows scratches, marks & sm. dents. Very good, bright bore. (22-1010/DS). MODERN. $500-800.
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2272. HIGH QUALITY SELF OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOSEPH DEFOURNY. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 10999 (1935). The 26 3/4” dovetailed bbls. with slightly raised matted rib are engraved “A. JOS. DEFOURNY” “FABRICANT” “a Herstal-Liege” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1935 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Bottom of bbls. are stamped “Compressed Steel”. A sling loop is screwed on bottom rib. Casehardened self opening action is a hybrid with Beesley style cocking cams powering mainsprings in forend. Action is stocked to the fences and features nonautomatic safety (“S” inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, reinforced action bar and double triggers. Action is engraved with full coverage very nicely cut large open shaded scroll with floral and strap work accents on bottom. Similar relief scroll is on fences and reinforce. Lockplates are engraved only with scroll. Trigger guard, with matching scroll on bow, has serial number on tang. Lightly marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over horn buttplate with checkered center. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .731”, L: .731”. Restrictions: R: .030” (FULL), L: .042” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .021”, L: .015” (small area at top about 9” behind muzzle). STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: fine. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a reblue over some light pitting and marks. Action and lockplates have scant traces of original casehardening color, and are mostly silver to gray. Buttstock has original finish removed toward butt with a good scattering of scratches and light marks. Forend retains some original oil finish. Checkering on both is considerably worn and dirty. Bores are bright and shiny with 1 or 2 minor dents noted in right bbl. 5” from muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. (22-1175/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-8,000.
2273. WELL REFURBISHED JOSEPH DEFOURNY SELF OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER PIGEON GUN W/ CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1945. Built on a Beesley style self opening action, this high end gun has 29 1/2” chopperlump bbls. fitted w/ raised matted flat pigeon rib. “Joseph Defourny” is gold inlaid on top of right bbl. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ Belgian black powder proofs & engraved w/ maker’s name & address. Bottoms of bbls. are engraved w/ Whitworth steel info & stamped w/ sheaf of wheat trademarks. Serial number is stamped on reinforced splinter. Coin finished Beesley type self opening sidelock action is stamped w/ serial number, proofs & maker’s name & patent info. Action is stocked to the fences & features blocked out safety, Purdey type 3rd fastener, bushed striker’s, sideclips, reinforced frame, & single nonselective trigger. Action & lockplates are engraved w/ near full coverage traditional British style rose & scroll. Fences are semi relief engraved w/ very attractive full coverage flower blossoms & acanthus. Newly made, target type, extreme pistol grip buttstock of wonderfully figured & lightly marbled European walnut measures 15” over thin black Italian pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip w/ right hand palm swell. Matching, tapered beavertail, ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .724”, L .726”. Restriction: R .025” (MOD), L .035” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 1 5/8”+. DAC: 1 3/16”+. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 8 lb. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: German style tan leather case w/ brass plated corners is lined in scarlet felt. CONDITION: very good as completely refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Engraving somewhat softened. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Engraving also a bit soft. Newly made stocks retain essentially all of their hand rubbed oil finish w/ a few light scratches. Bores are very good to fine, mostly shiny w/ some frosting, mostly in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & slightly out of time. Trigger appears to work well. Forend latch is a bit sticky. Case is good to fine, interior cloth w/ soiling. (22-1176/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 170
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2274. A. JOSEPH DEFOURNY EASY OPENING SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAMEGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 10557. The 27 3/4” dovetailed bbls. w/ slightly raised matted game rib are engraved “A. Jos. Defourny Fabricant” & “a Herstal-Belgique” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ 1932 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are engraved “First Class Crucible Steel”. A sling loop is soldered to bottom rib. Side plated boxlock easy opening action of Defourny’s design utilizes ejector springs to power hammers. Cocking cams are in watertable similar to those found in Purdey guns. Action features nonautomatic safety, hidden 3rd fastener, side clips, reinforced frame & dbl. triggers (front loose). Action is engraved w/ 70% coverage sprays of scroll w/ rose bouqet highlights within line & sm. scroll borders. Bottom of action is engraved with retailer: “Paul Gatimel”. Serial number is engraved on trigger guard tang. Rnd. knob long pistol grip buttstock of lightly marbled & figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over ribbed horn buttplate. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. A sm. silver circle is near back of comb & a sling loop is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .668”, L .667”. Restriction: R .023” (MOD), L .034” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/16”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 3 oz. CONDITION: good to fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a reblack over some scattered light pitting. Action retains about 30% original case hardening color; lockplates about 30% of their original blue. Stocks retain nearly all of an old shiny oil refinish over many light marks. Checkering somewhat worn. Bores are shiny, but w/ scattered pitting, mostly in right bbl. There are 1 or 2 minor sm. dents also in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. (22-1174/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-4,000.
2275. HIGH QUALITY ENGLISH PROOFED HEAVY GAME GUN ON BEESLEY TYPE SELF OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR ACTION. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 2369. The 28 1/2” chopperlump bbls. are fitted with slightly raised concave matted rib. There are no maker’s markings anywhere on bbls. or on action. Styling is definitely British, but some details appear to be continental. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ London black powder proofs. Serial number is on bottom of left bbl. Case hardened Beesley patent self opening sidelock action is filed to resemble a Purdey and is stocked to the fences. Ejector work resembles that found on J. Defourny guns. Action features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers & dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved in near full coverage classic British rose & scroll. Top lever & trigger guard are blued & engraved w/ matching scroll. Finely marbled & figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over black Decelerrator type Italian pad. Closely spaced, flat top, point pattern checkering is on semi diamond grip. Matching, splinter, Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .727”, L .727”. Restriction: R .020” (MOD), L .035” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .025”, L .033”. STOCK: DAH: 1 7/8”. DAC: 1 5/16”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. CONDITION: good. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Action retains traces of original case hardening color where protected. Stock appears to have been stripped & lightly oiled over some light marks. Checkering is worn. Bores are bright & shiny w/ just a hint of frosting. Bbls. have no noted problems, except for minor dent removal in left bbl. about 13” behind muzzle. (22-1121/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-9,000. 171 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2276. A BEAUTIFUL ROUNDED BODY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY ANTON CORDY OF LIEGE, BELGIUM. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 27367. Bbls. 27 5/8” w/ 2 3/4” chambers. Mfg. 1946. Bbls. w/ concave & tapered matted game rib w/ sm. steel front bead. Engraved on top of right bbl. “A. CORDY & FILS FTS BTES LIEGE” & on left bbl. “CRISTOPIA BRUSSELS”. Bbl. flats w/ SN & Belgian proof marks & bottom of bbls. marked “SIEMENS MARTIN MARTEL”. Checkered splinter forend w/ lightly engraved iron has Anson type push button release. Case hardened interior w/ floral engraved screw & sm. silver letters inletted at center “ABV”. Rounded body full sidelock action is lightly border floral engraved & coin finished & polished. Beaded fences are full coverage scroll engraved as is top of frame. Top lever & top tang are lightly engraved & letter “S” in front of safety slide. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers (front trigger articulated). Automatic ejectors. Non auto safety. Straight grip butt checkered in point pattern w/ sm. diamond behind locks. Checkered in flat top checkering & terminates w/ a nicely checkered butt. Dimensions: Right: .729”, choke: .010” (IC). Left: .729”, choke. .027”(mod.). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .027”, left: .025”. LOP: 14 7/8”. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 1/4”. Weight: 6 lbs., 9 oz. CONDITION: excellent, all original as lightly field used. Bbls. retain more than 95% original finish w/ a couple of light scratches. Stocks are sound & retain more than 90% of their original finish w/ scattered impressions & hunting bumps & a few areas of depressed checkering. Gun rested on the butt & the heel shows some light wear. Coin finish is excellent & rates about 95% w/ only light staining. Most screws are perfect w/ one or two showing light use. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Just an absolutely gorgeous rnd. body gun. (22-1115/JSL). CURIO. $3,500-5,500.
2277. GOOD QUALITY BELGIAN BOXLOCK EJECTOR O/U SHOTGUN RETAILED BY ABERCROMBIE & FITCH MOST LIKELY MADE BY A. FRANCOTTE. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 18919. The 26” demi-bloc bbls. are fitted with matted narrow game rib & are engraved “Abercrombie & Fitch Co. New York” on top bbl. left side of rib. Bbl. is stamped with 1950 Belgian nitro proofs for 20 Ga. 2 3/4” & maker’s mark a crowned “AF” (most likely Auguste Francotte). Bottom bbl. is engraved “Acer Cockeill” (steel type). Casehardened boxlock action with underbolts & dbl. Kersten type top bolt, features nonautomatic safety & single nonselective trigger. Action is engraved with about 40% coverage sprays of simple scroll. Trigger plate is engraved “MADE IN BELGIUM”. Blued trigger guard w/ scroll on bow, has serial number on tang. Straight grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 13 3/4” over ribbed horn buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching full beavertail ejector 1 piece forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: B: .620”, T: .617”. Restrictions: B: .006” (IC), T: .012” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: B: .030”, T: .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2-”. DAC: 1 9/16+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Very Good, bbls. retaining 60-70% original blue with a good scattering of marks; silvering at muzzles and thinning overall. Action retains about 70% casehardening color which was never vivid. Top lever & floorplate retain about 80% original blue. Trigger guard retains about 40% blue considerably silvered at grip. Stocks retain most of what appears their original oil finish with added oil over a fair scattering of light marks & scratches. Checkering considerably worn & dirty. There is a repair at right rear of forend measuring about 1” by 1/2”. Bores are bright & shiny with no major problems. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger appears to work well. (22-967/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2278. GOOD QUALITY SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME OR PIGEON GUN BY A. FORGERON WITH EXTRA SET OF BARRELS AND CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 39035. Alphonse Forgeron was a well regarded gunmaker in Liege up until his death in 1932. This gun is made with 30” dovetailed bbls. with slightly raised concave matted rib. Maker’s name and address are engraved on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1928 Belgian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with “NICKEL TOLEDO STEEL” information. Second set of chopper lump bbls. are made in Spain and are serial numbered to this gun. They are fitted with an early style of interchangeable choke tubes with raised area at muzzles. Matted rib is slightly raised with maker’s name and address on tops of bbls. Bbl. flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs. Coin finished sidelock action is stocked to the fences and features nonautomatic safety, hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, slight reinforce to action, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, H & H style hand detachable locks, and double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with full coverage large scrolling acanthus with floral highlights in a background of small scroll. Geometric borders are on lockplates. Newly made round knob pistol grip buttstock of lightly figured and marbled European walnut, measures 14 7/8” over Silver type pad. Drop points are fluted, and closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: ORIGINAL BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .724”, L: .724”. Restrictions: R: .032” (FULL), L: .039” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .031”, L: .027”. Spanish bbls. 29 1/4”) Bore Diameter: R: .727”, L: .726”. Restrictions: Choke Tubes. Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .025”, L: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16”. DAC: 1 5/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 7/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun and extra bbls. are housed in brown oak and leather case with brass corners. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and a reproduction Forgeron label is in lid. CONDITION: very good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Newer buttstock with nearly all original oil finish. What appears to be original forend is refinished to match, checking recut. Bores are bright and shiny with no noted problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Vintage case has been restored with new leather and interior, both of which are very fine. (22-1116/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-8,000. 173
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2279. VERY INTERESTING EARLY A. FRANCOTTE PURDEY’S PATENT 12 BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BUILT FOR THE AMERICAN MARKET. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 18527. Bbls. 28” 2 1/2”. Sleeved bbls. w/ matted concave tapered game rib w/ sm. brass front bead & rib legend “A. FRANCOTTE LICENSED BY J. PURDEY & SONS VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD NEW YORK U.S. AGENTS”. Blued bbl. flats w/ proof marks & marked “SLEEVED”, also noting 2 1/2 inch chamber & “NOT FOR BALL”. Point pattern checkered splinter forearms w/ full coverage scroll engraved irons & uncheckered diamond at center w/ Anson push button type release. Full sidelock action w/ Purdey self opening system is beautifully engraved in best quality English rose & scroll pattern w/ gold washed pins on locks. Bottom of action near full coverage rose & scroll engraved w/ maker’s name at center. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated), extractors, auto safety & Purdey’s patent self opening system. Water table w/ S#, proof marks & sm. import mark. Bbl. fences are fabulously sculpted in colver leaf pattern in relief, have side clips & top of action is near full coverage rose & scroll engraved, as is the blued top lever. Top tang w/ geometric border design & stamped under top lever “PURDEY’S PATENT 1006” has sm. gold inlaid “SAFE” in front of safety button. Blued long tang trigger guard near full coverage rose & scroll engraved w/ S# at grip & engraved screws. Finely figured European walnut buttstock w/ nicely carved tear drops behind locks, point patterned checkering through the wrist & terminates w/ a full checkered butt. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Housed in a dark brown leather case made by EQUITACION Y CAZA” of Seville Spain has green felt interior & brass furniture. DAC: 1 9/16”. DAH: 2 3/8”. LOP: 14 3/4”. Right: Bore diameter: .728. Restriction: .050(extra full). Minimum wall thickness: .039. Left: Bore diameter: .726. Restriction: .046 (extra full). Minimum wall thickness: .040. Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz. CONDITION: excellent as competently refurbished. Bbls., sleeved as noted above, retain nearly all of their competent custom rust blue finish. Action retains nearly all of its light cyanide case hardened finish. Engraving is crisp & clear throughout w/ no detail having been lost. Forearm appears original as restored & checkering expertly recut. Buttstock is an expert well done replacement w/ superb fit & finish throughout & retains nearly all of its custom hand rubbed finish w/ only minor handling marks & impressions. Bores are bright & shiny. Gun is quite tight on face. Mechanics are crisp. Self opening system functions perfectly. Lever is far right of center. Case is good to very good w/ scattered marks & rubs. Interior is excellent w/ only beginning soiling & rubs. This cataloguer, who has for more than 35 years studied Best Quality American guns and has always felt the bbl. sculpting on high grade guns was amongst one of the most beautiful appointments a maker could add, finds the sculpting on the breech balls on this fine gun most pleasing & impressive. PROVENANCE: sale history from Holt’s Auction 12/12/2013 lot 1455 (sticker on side of case). (22-1122/JL). CURIO. $4,000-6,500. 2280. NO LOT.
2281. VERY INTERESTING A. CHAPU – A J. PURDEY ACTION 12 BORE SIDELOCK GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 221. Made w/ 29” fluid steel bbls. of chopper lump construction w/ high flat plain rib & brass front bead. Breech end lightly scroll engraved w/ gold inlaid “2” on top rib. Bbl. flats w/ proper French proof marks & makers name ”A. Chapu / Paris”. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ diamond at center has rose & scroll engraved iron & made w/ Anson type push button release. Interior of iron finely blued w/ engraved screw. Purdey sidelock action w/ side clips is very finely rose & scroll engraved & looks just like an early Purdey. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, (front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non auto safety. Top of action w/ beaded bbl. bolsters & blued top lever which are all nicely rose & scroll engraved. Top lever w/ gold ”2” & gold inlaid “S” in front of safety button & top tang are nicely scroll engraved. Diamond shaped straight hand English butt stock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist w/ rose & scroll engraved trigger guard. Butt w/ 2 1/4” black in color wood extension which is checkered at butt. Measurements: Right: .726”, choke .047(extra full). Left: .729”, choke: .021”(light mod). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .021”, left: .016”. DAC: 1 1/4”. DAH: 1 1/2”. Weight: 6 lbs., 14 oz. CONDITION: excellent as partially restored. Bbls. retain almost all of a competent professional rust blue finish. Forend is very good, checkering thinned but mostly all present w/ a sm. chip at muzzle end of left side otherwise sound. Case hardened action retains 40% of its original color. Buttstock is sound & retains most of a professional finish w/ checkering thinned at grip area. Bores are mostly bright & shiny. Mechanics are crisp though the gun does have a very slight hint of looseness at the hinge. Very interesting copy of Londons most famous maker which at first glance absolutely appears to be a Purdey. (22-1114/JSL). CURIO. $3,000-6,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2283. HIGH QUALITY SIDELOCK EJECTOR PIGEON GUN BY GALAND WITH 2 SETS OF BARRELS AND CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 26642 (1930). This high quality gun has 2 sets of dovetailed 30” bbls. with slightly raised game ribs. Tops are engraved “Galand F. BTE” “Importe de BELGIQUE”. The numbers “1” and “2” are at breech ends. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1930 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are marked with “Nickel Toledo” steel info. Serial numbers 26642 and 26643 are on bottoms of right bbls. Robust, coin finished sidelock action is stocked to the fences and features nonautomatic safety (“S” inlaid in gold), Purdey type third fastener, bushed strikers, slight reinforce to action and double triggers (front articulated). Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage, simple scroll surrounding rose bouquets tied with ribbons. Fences are relief carved with scrolling acanthus and some flowers. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Buttstock of feather figured and nicely marbled European walnut, has slight swan neck to grip line and measures 14 1/2” over thin red rifle pad. Stock features faceted drop points and point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. Matching long splinter ejector forend with Anson release, has central diamond inlaid with crowned gold crest inscribed “THE” “Pigeon Gun”. A pigeon is engraved on central shield. Bbl. set #1) MEASUREMENTS: Bbl. set #1: Bore Diameter: R: .730”, L: .730”. Restrictions: R: .008” (IC), L: .015” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .019”, L: .018”. Bbl. set #2) Bore Diameter: R: .729”, L: .728”. Restrictions: R: .039” (EXTRA FULL), L: .040” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .024”, L: .019”. STOCK: DAH: 2”-. DAC: 1 1/2”- . CAST: approx. 5/8” off. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in what appears to be its original brown leather case outer with brown leather cover with dark brown leather trim lined w/ scarlet cloth. A new leather “Galand” label is in lid. Case has compartments for gun and both sets of bbls. CONDITION: very good as refinished. Both bbl. sets retain nearly all of a professional reblack. Rib matting is perished. Marks on bbls. have been reengraved. Action is repolished to coin finish. Engraving is somewhat thinned. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality renewed oil finish, checkering competently recut. Bores are shiny over some very light frosting noted at breech ends of bbl. set #1. Action is tight. Bbl. set #1 is slightly off face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is somewhat oil soaked and has many marks and rubs. Newer straps and old handle are very good. Interior cloth is considerably soiled with considerable rubbing through from contact with action. Outer cover is good. (22-1153/MGM). CURIO. $5,500-10,000. 175
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2282. SUPER COOL CHARLES DALY BRAND TRIPLE CROWN MODEL 12 BORE THREE BARREL SHOTGUN MADE BY CHIAPPA. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# TC6655. Bbls. 28”. Made w/ low profile ventilated top rib w/ orange fluorescent Tru-Glo front sight. Left bbl. stamped “CHIAPPA U.S.A. LTD.” Bottom rib w/ sling swivel & bbl. flats w/ SN stamp. Bbls. w/ choke tubes. Stainless 3 bbl. action w/ “CD” on bottom. Gold plated non selective trigger. Extractors. Safety slide on top & pierced top lever. Flat knob walnut butt checkered at wrist has sling swivel near toe & terminates w/ a black rubber recoil pad. DAYTON OH AKKAR-TURKEY”. MSRP is roughly $2,000 and these models are currently difficult to find. Weight: 8 lbs., 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in a gray suede hard board case w/ gray foam interior. Gun has bright yellow sleeves enclosed as well as owners manual, cleaning rod, sling swivels, choke tubes, choke wrench & Chiappa 45 ACP chamber insert. Case is excellent w/ minor rubs. CONDITION: extremely fine & near mint. Appears factory test fired only. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. Gun is sound & tight. You will definitely be the only guy on your street w/ one of these. PROVENANCE: from the estate collections of Charles P. Obremski. (22-1408/JSL). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2284. ATTRACTIVE HIGH CONDITION SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN BY AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 87465. The 30” half octagon half round bbl. is fitted with raised matted ventilated rib mounted with two white beads. Top left flat is engraved “Aug. Francotte A Liege”. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1955 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers and with a crowned “AF”. Casehardened, boxlock, top lever action is fitted with ornamental sideplates. Action and sideplates are attractively engraved with large shaded scroll within scroll and geometric borders. Top lever and trigger guard are blued, and serial number is on trigger guard tang. Pistol grip buttstock of well figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over leather covered pad. Very closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Long beavertail ejector forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBL.: Bore Diameter: .724”. Restriction: .032” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: L: .038”. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, original. Bbl. retaining over 95% original blue with some sharp edge wear and few very light marks. Action retains over 90% original casehardening color with slight silvering on high points. Trigger guard retains about 90% of its original blue with silver highlights at grip. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish with some light marks. (Rear portion of butt with shiny refinish with installation of newer pad.) Bore is bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejector is strong. (22-1015/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-5,000.
2285. SM. BORE GASTINNE-RENETTE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAMEGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 2309. The firm of Gastine Renette of Paris has always been known for its fine quality guns. This sm. bore example has 28 3/8” dovetailed bbls. engraved “Gastinne-Renette Paris” on concave matted game rib. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ French nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped w/ “Toledo Steel” information. A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Coin finished sidelock action is stocked to the fences & features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), Purdey type hidden 3rd fastener, bushed strikers, engraved line tumbler end cocking indicators, sm. reinforce to frame & dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved w/ near full coverage British style rose & scroll. The scroll is not shaded, in continental style, but the rose bouquets are very nicely detailed. The action reinforce is engraved w/ semi relief scroll. Bottom of action is engraved w/ maker’s name & address. Trigger guard is blued & engraved to match. Gun is No. 2 of a pair with “2” gold inlaid on top lever. Straight grip buttstock, of very attractive nicely marbled & well figured European walnut, measures 14 1/4” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip & the individual initials “J.D.W” are inlet on rear of comb. A sling loop matching that on bbls. is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .667”, L .667”. Restriction: R .008” (IC), L .025” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .032”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2”+. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: very good as refinished, bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack. Engraving & matting still good. Action is repolished to coin finish w/ a few scattered sm. pits, mostly on left fence. Stocks are nicely refinished in oil w/ a few scattered marks, checkering is recut. Bores are shiny w/ some scattered frosting, bordering on light pitting, mostly in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. (22-1154/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2286. INTERESTING 12 BORE FULL SIDELOACK GAME GUN BY JULES GERVAIS OF ANVERS BELGIUM. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 26447. Bbls. 28 1/4”. Made with very lightly filed tapered concave game rib w/ brass front bead, bbls. are of chopper lump construction & have gold inlaid “1” near breach on rib & sm. ring of engraving. Blued bbl. flats w/ Belgian proof marks & bbls. stamped “Boehler” on bottom of tubes. Checkered splinter forend w/ scroll engraved irons & rose colored & yellow gold family crest at center in uncheckered diamond. Forearm w/ Anson type pushbutton release & SN w/ gold inlaid “1” on interior. Gun made w/ double triggers (front trigger articulated), automatic ejectors, non auto safety. Full sidelock action nicely engraved in high quality English best rose & scroll engraving w/ maker’s name at front of left lock & “ANVERS” at front. Polished water table w/ S#, Belgian proof marks & sm. import mark. Bottom of action continues w/ rose & scroll and has maker’s name & city in scroll frame. Beaded fences, top lever & top tang are nicely scroll engraved, lever w/ gold inlaid “1” & top tang w/ gold inlaid “S” in front of safety slide. Trigger guard w/ rose & scroll pattern on bow & scroll through the long tang. Straight grip English walnut buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist & terminates w/ a lightly checkered butt. Stock slightly cast off. DAC: 1 9/16”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 14 5/8”. Left: Bore diameter: .741. Restriction: .043 (full). Minimum wall thickness: .024. Right: Bore diameter: .742. Restriction: .025 (mod). Minimum wall thickness:.023. Weight: 6 lbs, 15 oz. CONDITION: very good as partially restored. Bbls. retain more than 95% of a professionally restored finish, ribs ring well. Action toned to gray w/ no original case color remaining. Engraving mostly still crisp & some minor staining noted. Triggerguard is mostly bright. Back tang screw is a modern replacement & overall screws show some minor marring. Stocks are very good w/ scattered, impressions, scratches & hunting bumps from years of dedicated service & retain most of an older restored finish w/ beginning grain separation emanating from both locks & behind top tang. Forearm w/ checkering competently cleaned has very minor losses on right side & a sm. impression at left tip & retains most of an older restored finish. Bores w/ some scattered pitting. Mechanics are functional though the gun would benefit from gentle cleaning. Ejectors are in time. Gun is nice and tight & on face. At quick glance this gun looks alot like a Purdey and was of very high quality when new. (22-1179/JL). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.
2287. NICELY REFURBISHED LEBEAU-COURALLY MODEL NO. 5 BOXLOCK GAMEGUN W/ CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 34765 (mfg. 1904). The 27 3/4” dovetailed bbls. fitted w/ slightly raised matted rib are engraved w/ maker’s name & address & “Fabr. Des Cours de Russie d Epegane & d Italie” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ pre-1922 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers & reproofs for 2 3/4” when bbls. were sleeved. Sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Coin finished boxlock action features non-automatic safety, Greener crossbolt 3rd fastener & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved w/ about 60% coverage sm. scroll w/ rose bouquet highlights. Fences are engraved w/ full coverage shaded scroll which extends to top of action & top lever. Newly made straight grip buttstock of well figured & lightly marbled European walnut measures 14 1/8” over checkered wood butt. Stock features drop points & closely spaced point pattern checkering around bottom of grip. A sling loop is on toeline. Matching, splinter, Courally ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .723”, L .723”. Restriction: R .010” (IC), L .032” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .033”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/4”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: old leather case w/ new brown suede leather trimmed outter cover is lined in green cloth & contains a pair of snapcaps. CONDITION: fine as completely refurbished, most likely by factory. Bbls. are retaining nearly all of fine finishes w/ only a few very minor handling & assembly marks. Action is re-engraved. Fences are not, engraving slightly softened. Bbls. are sleeved. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is very tight. Courally ejectors are strong & in time. Case leather has been conserved, restitched & shows old marks & rubs. Outer cover is fine, renewed interior cloth is also fine. (22-1123/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-4,000. 177
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2288. NICELY REFURBISHED LEBEAU-COURALLY “ROYAL PIGEON” MODEL NO. 106 SIDELOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 40045 (1920 per factory letter). The 29 1/4” chopper lump bbls. are fitted with Briley thin wall choke tubes and are engraved “Fait pour Aduardo-Schilling Y Cia S. euc.” on unmatted portion of slightly raised game rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Aug. Lebeau-Courally” “Fait a Liege”. Bbl. flats are stamped with pre-1922 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with steel type (Whalreyne) and choke information. Serial number is on reinforced splinter. Robust sidelock action is stocked to the fences and features nonautomatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), Purdey type hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, gas vents, side clips and double triggers (front articulated). Maker’s name and proofs are on watertable. “LCL” logo is on breech face. Action is engraved with full coverage of “Renaissance style” large flowing acanthus with rose and other floral highlights in a background of small scroll. There are also ribbons and drapes as accent. This pattern became a signature for LeBeau-Courally best guns over the years. Trigger guard with matching engraving has serial number on tang. Superb quality, most likely factory replacement, straight grip buttstock is of very fine burl figured European walnut, and measures 15” over thin red pad. Drop points are fluted. Point pattern checkering with line borders is on semi diamond grip and a vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching splinter forend with Courally Patent ejectors has Anson release. Forend wood is original, and uncheckered central diamond is inlet with gold crest engraved “THE STANDARD” “PIGEON GUN” over an engraved pigeon. “TRADE MARK” is under pigeon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .731”, L: .734”. Choke Tube Restrictions: R: .003”, L: .028”. Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .025”, L: .024”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 1/4”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a restored tan leather case with brass corners and round central medallion, in blue canvas, black leather trimmed, outer cover with snap closure. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and a new LeBeau-Courally leather label is in lid. Case contains 2 piece cleaning rod, a pair of snap caps, 2 Briley thin walled choke tubes, installation tool and “wire” for making safety automatic. CONDITION: fine as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack, engraving considerably softened. Action and lockplates show cleaning to coin finish; engraving is slightly softened. New buttstock retains essentially all of its fine rubbed oil finish, checkering is crisp. Forend wood is refinished to match, checkering recut. Bores are good, shiny over some light pitting and show some rivelling. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Rear trigger binds and needs to be pulled very hard to fire. Case leather is renewed and is in fine condition as protected by its outer cover which shows some rubs. Most interior cloth is renewed. Accessories are good. PROVENANCE: factory letter with original specifications. (22-1126/MGM). CURIO. $6,000-10,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2289. NICELY REFURBISHED LEBEAU-COURALLY MODEL 101 SIDELOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 41801 (1927). The 28 5/8” dovetailed bbls. fitted with slightly raised concave matted rib are engraved “Aug. LeBeau-Courally” “a Liege” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1957 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers and “AUG LEBEAU”. Bottoms of bbls. are engraved with Whalreyne steel info. Serial number is deeply stamped on reinforced splinter. Coin finished sidelock action features nonautomatic safety (S inlaid in gold), Purdey type third fastener, bushed strikers, and double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with 80% coverage English style rose and scroll. Maker’s name is on left lockplate and address is on right. Scroll engraved trigger guard and serial number on tang. Engraver’s signature “M. Hannay” is on trigger plate. Fiddle figured and lightly marbled European walnut, straight grip buttstock is newly made (most likely by the factory) and measures 14 1/4” over checkered wood butt. Stock features drop points and closely spaced checkering with line borders on semi diamond grip. Matching splinter “Courally patent” ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .730”, L: .731”. Restrictions: R: .021” (MOD), L: .041” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .026”, L: .027”. STOCK: DAH: 1 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/8+”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in high quality dark brown leather case with stitched leather corners in tan canvas outer cover with leather trim. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and has new LeBeau-Courally leather label in lid. Case contains snap caps. CONDITION: fine as reconditioned at various times, most likely by factory. Bbls. retaining newly all of a best reblack. Action is coin finished and shows little cleaning. Engraving appears to be recut. New stocks retain essentially all of their fine oil finish with only a few minor handling marks. Forend wood is possibly original and refinished with checkering recut. Bores are bright and shiny with some scattered minor dents and show some rivelling. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. (22-1127/MGM). CURIO. $6,000-10,000. 179
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2290. NICELY REFURBISHED LEBEAUCOURALLY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 35576 (1907). This gun has all the features of the “Prince Koudacheff” Model or number 101. The 30” chopper lump bbls. are engraved “LeBeau-Courally A Liege Fary des Cours de Iussie et Espagne & Etyalie” on slightly raised matted game rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with pre 1920 Belgian nitro proofs and with maker’s name, and “4686”. Serial number is on reinforced splinter. Coin finished sidelock action features nonautomatic safety (“S” inlaid in gold) hidden third fastener, bushed strikers with gas vents, and double triggers (front articulated). The LeBeau-Courally logo is stamped on breech face and bbl. flats. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage British style rose and scroll, another feature of the Model 101. Maker’s name is not on exterior of action or locks. Serial number is on trigger guard bow. It appears that this gun was restocked and refurbished by the factory. Newer straight grip stock of well fiddle figured and nicely streaked European walnut measures 15” over black pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching beavertail Courally Patent ejector forend has Anson release. The LeBeau-Courally logo is inlet in gold on central uncheckered diamond. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .732”, L: .734”. Restrictions: R: .028” (I MOD), L: .030” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .024”, L: .022”. STOCK: DAH: 1 7/16”. DAC: 1 1/8”. CAST: neutral but comb is offset to left with cast at comb approx. 1/4” on. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with a high quality dark brown leather motorcase with stitched reinforcing in corners. Case is lined in dark green cloth and has small Lebeau-Courally leather label in lid. Case contains a pair of keys. CONDITION: fine as refurbished most likely by factory. Bbls. retaining essentially all of a fine quality reblack, rib matting and engraving somewhat obscured. Action and locks have been cleaned to coin finish over some noted frosting and some fairly deep pits on right side around edges of lockplate and on fence. Engraving is mostly clear except for what is on trigger guard which is considerably softened. Stocks retain nearly all of their hand rubbed oil finish with a few minor handling marks and a number of fairly deep scratches on bottom of buttstock in grip area. Bores are shiny and have a large amount of fairly deep pitting in both bbls. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case is very fine with some marks and rubs. (22-1125/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.
2291. LEBEAU-COURALLY MODEL 90 STANDARD HAMMER PIGEON GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 40612. Although not the highest quality hammer gun made by LeBeau-Courally, this gun is near the top with its 29 1/8” “Comerime Steel” chopper lump bbls. fitted with slightly raised matted concave rib. Tops of bbls. are engraved “Aug. LeBeauCourally” “a Liege”. Bbl. flats are stamped with pre 1922 Belgian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers and with maker’s name and address. Serial number is stamped on reinforced splinter. Robust, coin finished top lever action is fitted with front spring locks mounted with round bodied serpentine hammers having stylized dolphin heads. Action features Purdey type third fastener, bushed strikers, side clips and double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut English style rose and scroll. Maker’s name and address are at the bottom of left lockplate and “Fait pour Ignazio-Bo a Padoue” is on right. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Dense, burl figured, European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over open sided “White Line” pad. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip, and a gold oval engraved with monogram “SP” is on toe line. Matching, long splinter forend with Anson release, has central gold inlet crest engraved with a pigeon under “Standard Pigeon Gun” and above “Trade Mark”. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .734”, L: .732”. Restrictions: R: .030” (FULL), L: .037” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .022”, L: .021”. STOCK: DAH: 1 3/4”. DAC: 1 1/4”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a reblack over scattered light pitting and some scratches. Action is cleaned to pewter gray, engraving still clear. Stocks retain some old, possibly original, finish. Buttstock, with most finish removed associated with fitting of new pad, checkering is considerably worn. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Locks are good. (22-1124/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-6,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 180
2293. FINE QUALITY BUT PLAIN 2” 12 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN BY FRANCOIS DUMOULIN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2”. S# 26584. The 25 5/8” dovetailed bbls. are marked “International Armories” on slightly raised matted game rib. Tops of bbls. stamped w/ maker’s name & “ESTABLISHED 1849”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ 1959 Belgian nitro proofs for 12 ga. 2” chambers. Sm. sized boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers (front loose). Action has some scroll engraving on fences & top & some floral decoration around pins. There is light scroll on trigger guard bow. Somewhat fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over horn buttplate embossed w/ windmill w/ “D.U. & Co.” Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .719”, left: .721”. Restriction: right: .012” (LIGHT MOD), left: .032” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .030”, left: .028”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 7/16-”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 3 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, close to as new w/ only a scattering of handling & assembly marks mostly in wood. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A good little gun. (21-4023/MGM). MODERN. $2,000-3,000. 181
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2292. LONG BARRELLED 10 GA. HAMMER WATERFOWLER BY W. RICHARDS. Cal. 10 Ga. S# 8423. The 43 1/2” twist bbls. are engraved “LAMINATED STEEL” on plain concave top rib. Bottoms of bbls. without flats are stamped w/ Belgian black powder proofs. Bottom rib is stamped w/ two sets of numbers “7765” & “8423”. Rnd. bodied Jones underlever type action is fitted w/ backspring peninsula locks, having short bodied rebounding hammers. Action & lockplates are engraved w/ sprays of scroll. “W. RICHARDS” is stamped on each lockplate. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock w/ extreme drop measures 14 1/4” over steel buttplate w/ spur. Stock is of lightly figured European walnut & point pattern checkering is at grip. A vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend attaches to bbl. by captive sidebolt through oval steel escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .767”, L .763”. Restriction: R .002” (IC), L .020” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .050”, L .060”. STOCK: DAH: 4 1/8”. DAC: 2 5/16”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 12 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: fine. Bbls. retaining over 60% original twist finish w/ very fine definition to pattern. Action & locks have approx. 60% original case hardening color which was never vivid. Most original blue remains on opening lever. Stocks retain most of their original finish w/ light marks, worn through at grip & on forend. Bores are very fine, shiny w/ some light frosting. Locks are crisp. A really neat old water fowler. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (01-20617/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2294. GERMAN GUILD BOXLOCK O/U RIFLE / SHOTGUN COMBINATION BY G. H. DITZEL. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”/6.5 x 58R. S# 51. The 24 5/8” bbl. set is fitted with raised matted rib holding one standing, one folding leaf, U notch rear, and silver bead front sights. Left sides of bbls. are stamped with eagle “N” nitro proofs for 20 Ga. 2 3/4” and 6.5 X 58 R cartridges with a proof date of 3/44. Casehardened underlever boxlock action features non automatic safety, pin type cocking indicators and double triggers (front set). Trigger guard is steel. Lightly figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over ribbed rubber buttplate, and features right hand cheekpiece and point pattern checkering. Matching one piece uncheckered forend having no iron attaches to bbls. with side bolt through oval steel escutcheons. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retaining about 80% original blue. Action has about 60-70% original casehardening color. Stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish. Checkering is still sharp. Bores are very fine. Action is tight. Safety button must be pulled back to fire. Buttstock side panels have spread around action and need attention. (22-974/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2295. GOOD QUALITY GERMAN GUILD UNDERLEVER DRILLING. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 1/2” / 16 2 1/2” / 9.3 X 72 R. S# 525. The 26 7/8” bbl. set is fitted with pop up U notch rear and gold bead front sights in full length flat matted rib with doll’s head extension. Bbl. flats are stamped with German Imperial nitro proofs for 16 Ga. and 9.3 X 72 rifle cartridge with proof date of 5/24. A sling loop is soldered to bottom bbl. Round body trigger plate, underlever action features rifle/shotgun selector on top tang, Greener type side safety, pin type cocking indicators, reinforced action, and double triggers (front set). Action is engraved with typical Germanic scrolling shaded acanthus which surrounds game scenes on sides; a bugleing stag on left, and running roebuck and doe on right. Trigger guard is steel. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of relatively plain European walnut measures 14”over ribbed horn buttplate. Stock features shadowline right hand cheekpiece, nicely fluted comb and point pattern checkering at grip. The initials “GH” are crudely cut into left side of stock at butt. Matching Schnabeled splinter forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .673”, L: .673”. Restrictions: R: .035” (FULL), L: .031” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .032”, L: .038”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 1 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine. Bbls. retaining approx. 60% original blue with wear above forend from normal handling. Action retains as much as 40-50% casehardening color. Stocks retain most of their oil finish with a considerable number of marks both light and heavy. Bores are bright and shiny including rifle bore which is exceptionally fine. There is evidence of overzealous dent removal with slight bulge in left bbl. 10 1/2” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (22-956/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2297. VERY FINE V, L, & D, GRIFELT GRADE 1 BOXLOCK EJECTOR O/U HEAVY GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 30300. This fine gun retailed for $450 in 1936 when a model 21 Winchester could be bought for $65. This lovely gun has 32” demibloc bbls. w/ full length matted rib. Top bbl. is engraved “Von Lengenke & Detmold Inc.” & “New-York”. Breech area is engraved w/ well cut rose bouquet & scroll. Bottom bbl. at rear is stamped & engraved “GERMANY”. Case hardened dbl. Kersten O/U scallop backed boxlock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), incepting safety sears & dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved w/ very high quality scroll & rose bouqets surrounding nicely detailed scenes of ducks. Left side shows a group of four ducks rising from a marsh & flying away. The right side shows another four ducks settling in to the marsh. “Grifelt & Co. Suhl” is under each scene. Fences are beautifully relief carved w/ scroll surrounding oak leaves & acorns. Reinforced area is also relief engraved w/ blossoms. Straight grip buttstock of finely veined & figured Circasian walnut measures 14 7/8” over brown “Old English” pad. Dainty flush inlet horn drop points are behind side panels. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching 3-piece ejector forend has modified Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: T .729”, B .728”. Restriction: T .035” (FULL), B .035” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: T .030”, B .029”. STOCK: DAH:2 3/4”. DAC: 1 11/16”. LOP: 14 7/8”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 4 oz. CONDITION: very fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack over some scattered light pits. Action retains approx 70% original case hardening color w/ hand worn silver highlights to wonderful engraving. Top lever & trigger guard retain most of their original bright blue, silvering on high edges & normal points of wear. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality hand rubbed oil finish w/ a few subsequent marks. Checkering competently recut. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no noticeable problems except very slight swells behind chokes (not unusual w/ very tight chokes). Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins).(22-400/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-4,000. 183 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
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2296. BEAUTIFULLY RELIEF ENGRAVED BERGER PATENT COIL SPRING ACTION SLIDE AND DROP DOUBLE SHOTGUN BY A. HAETGE HOFFBUCHSENMACHER OF BERLIN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# 1239. Guns of this type were made during the needlefire era, however this gun accepts & fires standard 12 ga., 2 1/2” ammunition. The 29” Twist Steel bbls. slide forward and then tip down being retained & operated by a long forward pivoting lever in a manner similar to the more well known Collath system. The metal portion of the top rib at rear is engraved w/ makers name, title & address. Remainder of the rib is of wood & extends to bbl. retaining band at muzzles which holds front bead. Breech portion of bbls. is engraved w/ acanthus motifs & has gold wire inlay. A sling eye is soldered to bottom of bbl. set. The action body is rounded & the firing mechanism consists of 2 coil spring loaded plungers at top in line w/ bores. Pushing each plunger forward cocks the action. This interesting arrangement has all parts deeply relief engraved w/ overall scrolling acanthus & flowers which surrounds well detailed portraits of game at breech ends of firing mechanism & on sides of action. A fox w/ duck in its mouth is on left firing tube & a roebuck is on right. Left side of action depicts a group of quail, a nye of pheasant are on right. Trigger guard is nicely carved of horn. There is also a horn tip on opening lever. Very fine, beautifully marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over a ribbed horn buttplate. Stock has a deep swept right hand cheekpiece. Grip & breech area are fully checkered. A steel sling button is on toeline. MEASUREMENTS: BARRELS: Bore dia: left - .716 , right - .717. Choke restrictions, left - .cyl., right - cyl. Wall thickness: left - .043, right - .049. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 3/8” Neutral cast. Weight: 8 lbs., 3 oz. CONDITION: very good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining a considerable amount of what appears to be their original brown finish. Twist pattern evident. Action is lightly cleaned & is nearly all a pleasing pewter gray w/ dark background giving dramatic presentation of superb engraving. Buttstock is refinished & retains nearly all of a glossy varnish. Checkering haphazardly recut. Bores are shiny w/ a bit of frosting. Action is tight & operates well. (01-20671/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2298. HIGH CONDITION GERMAN SXS RIFLE SHOTGUN COMBO HAMMER UNDERLEVER CAPE GUN. Cal. 24 Ga. / unknown rifle (.488” groove diameter straight case .650” rim diameter). NSN. The 27” bbls. have 1 standing 1 folding leaf rear & silver bead front sights dovetailed through full length matted rib w/ doll’s head extension. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ German black powder proofs for 24 Ga. & unknown rifle. A crowned “V” proof indicating firearms in stock in 1891 (inception of proof laws) is on each bbl. & action. A sling loop is soldered to bottom rib. Case hardened rnd. bodied Jones underlever action is fitted w/ backspring peninsula locks having short serpentine hammers. Action & locks are line border engraved. Trigger plate is engraved w/ possible maker’s name “H. Roth”. Rifle trigger is set. Well crotch figured European walnut rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock measures 13 7/8” over checkered horn buttplate. Stock features shadowline right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering on diamond grip & a sling loop on toeline. Matching splinter forend is near fully checkered & has forward pivoting lever release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: .590”. Restriction: .050” (EXTRA FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: .040”. STOCK: DAH: approx. 3”. DAC: approx. 1 11/16”. LOP: 13 7/8” CAST: approx. 3/4” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Bbls. retaining over 90% original blue w/ a few scattered marks, faded somewhat on rib at rear. Action & locks retain over 90% original case hardening color w/ some fading under streaks of original lacquer which remains at about 80%. Triggers are bright polished. Stocks retain over 90% of their original oil finish w/ some marks & dings. Bores are bright & shiny. Locks are crisp. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (0120757/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.
2299. NICELY REBURFISHED ANTIQUE J. P. SAUER “CLOCKHAND” SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN RETAILED BY E.D. KETTNER. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 60570. The 29 1/2” shoe lump bbls. with concave matted rib are marked “J.P. SAUER & SOHN, SUHL.” on tops. Rear portions are also engraved with Krupp three ring special steel logos. Bbl. flats are stamped with German imperial black powder proofs & with 2 crowns (no nitro proof marks are present). A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Casehardened top lever action features non automatic safety, cross bolt 3rd fastener, bushed strikers, & distinctive clock hand cocking indicators screwed to tumbler ends. Action is engraved with typical Germanic scroll within scroll, line & geometric borders. Left lockplate is engraved “E.D. Kettner” & right with his address “COLN.” German patent numbers are behind pivots of cocking indicators. Very high quality newly made crotch figured American walnut buttstock measures 14 1/8” over checkered wood butt & features shadowline right hand cheekpiece, original steel grip cap & point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .725”, L: .729”. Restrictions: R: .014” (MOD), L: .034”. Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .031”, L: .029”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2+”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: approx. 1/2” on. LOP: 14 1/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all reblack over scattered pitting & marks. High edges subsequently silvered. Action and locks retain a considerable amount, perhaps as much as 30% original casehardening color. Trigger guard is reblued, tang reshaped. Stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish, checkering with little wear. Bores are shiny over some scattered light pitting. There is a sm. dent noted in right bbl. 15 1/2” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. very slightly off face. Mechanically good. (01-20817/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2300. 16 GAUGE SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY JOHANN SPRINGER. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 9465. The 28” monoblocked bbls. fitted with slightly raised matted rib are engraved with Springer’s name and address on top left bbl. and retailer’s name “K.K. Hammer” on right. Bbl. flats are stamped with Vienna nitro proofs with a date of 1905 and reproofs for 2005 with sleeving of bbls. Coin finished boxlock action fitted with ornamental sideplates features automatic safety, hidden crossbolt third fastener, side clips and double triggers (front articulated). Action and sideplates are engraved with near full coverage distinctive Viennese scroll within scroll and line borders. Maker’s name and address along with retailer are on banners on sideplates and also engraved on trigger plate. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of well marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over Silver type pad. Stock features right hand shadowline cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip, and a vacant silver oval at rear of toe line. A sling eye has been removed from toeline and holes are in bottom rib of bbl. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .660”, L: .660”. Restrictions: R: .013” (MOD), L: .035” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .035”, L: .036”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: very good as refinished. Sleeved bbls. retaining nearly all of a reblack, engraving picked up. Action is cleaned to pewter gray over considerable pitting, some areas have engraving very thin. Stocks retain nearly all of an oil refinish, checkering recut. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are occasionally live. Stock split is repaired by bolt through wrist. (22-1170/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
2301. MIROKU / CHARLES DALY SUPERIOR MODEL O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. (2 3/4”). S# S565690. Bbls. 26” VR w/ dual white beads & ejectors; choked SS & SS. Mfg. 1963-1976 by Miroku in Japan. Very similar to Browning Grade 1 but w/ white line black capped pistol grip. Select walnut stock set w/ cut checkering having center line meeting on forend. Red toned Pachmayr white line ventilated pad giving 14 1/2” LOP; appears stock not cut but pad added w/ very good hobbyist workmanship in fit but bottom does not follow toe line angle. Single gold plated trigger plus tang safety/bbl. selector. Sides of receiver have serrated tabs that change either bbl. to ejector function; very desirable for saving casings. CONDITION: buttstock has some very faint handling marks plus light firing residue in bbls.; all other aspects of firearm are near excellent. (21-4469/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2302. GOOD LITTLE BOXLOCK EJECTOR 20 GA. GAME GUN BY SIMSON & COMPANY. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 225499. Similar to the JP Sauer Model 60 Deluxe, this gun has 27 1/2” shoelump bbls. w/ raised matted rib marked “SIMSON SUHL (THURINGEN)” in milled out portion. Steel type marked on tops of bbls. Bbl. flats stamped w/ 1963 East German nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Coin finished dbl. arch backed boxlock action features automatic safety, cross bolt 3rd fastener, side clips, intercepting safety sears, pin type cocking indicators on sides & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ punched in scroll borders & some cut scroll surrounding game scenes w/ a pair of ducks on left side & pigeons on right. A cock pheasant is on trigger plate. Top lever & trigger guard are blued & have matching scroll engraving. Lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over hard rubber buttplate w/ Simson mountain logo. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching schnabeled splinter ejector forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls: bore diameter: right: .622”, left: .621”. Restriction: right: .007” (IC), left: .013” (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: right: .038”, left: .040”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 8 oz. CONDITION: very fine, bbl. retaining over 95% original blue. Action w/ nearly all of its original coin finish has some darkening on bottom. Trigger guard & top lever are lightly silvered on sharp edges. Stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish w/ some light marks. Checkering w/ very light wear. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically good. Action feels a bit loose horizontally. Measuring of front lump & its mortise reveals a .009” difference accounting for this. No vertical play is felt. There is some recoil damage to wood behind action but no cracks. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-387/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.
2303. HIGH GRADE DARNE V22 20 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SLIDING BREECH SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# X952 (1923?). The top of the cataloged Darne line the V22 is a very well finished gun. This small gauge example has 29 1/2” monobloc bbls. with narrow matted rib gold inlaid with retailer “B-H-DYAS”. Rear of monobloc is engraved with 8 triangles of well cut small scroll. Bbl. flats and bottoms of bbls. are stamped with French nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers and later stamped “70” indicating that the chambers were lengthened. There are 12 grade stamps along bottom of monobloc “V22”. Coin finished Darne action, with later style sliding breech block with obturating disks and top locking bolt, has safety on left side, and is fitted with double triggers. Bbls. are removed using push button latch on bottom of action in trigger plate. A sunken cartouche in operating lever is marked “DARNE”. Action is engraved with near full coverage large flowing and scrolling acanthus with small scroll as background. Rose bouquet highlights are found on opening lever and trigger guard bow. This well done work surrounds game scenes on top of slide depicting ducks sitting in a marsh. Fences are deeply relief carved in acanthus motif. Bottom of trigger plate has open area engraved with initials “RN” over “MADE IN FRANCE” inlaid in gold. Two piece stocks of well streaked European walnut are nicely checkered. Buttstock measures 15 1/2” over black white line pad. Front piece of stock has inlet horn tip and checkering is more closely space than on buttstock. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .631”, L: .630”. Restrictions: R: .030” (FULL), L: .030” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .022”, L: .024”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: approx. 1/2” on. LOP: 15 1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 3 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished and refurbished. Bbls. retaining approx. 90% reblack with some subsequent rusting and cleaning 8” from breech end. Some gold inlay is missing. Action retains most of its original coin finish. Newly made buttstock retains nearly all of its shiny oil finish with some light marks. Checkering with little wear. Original forepiece has been refinished to match buttstock; checkering somewhat worn. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is smooth. (22-1007/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-3500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2304. REFURBISHED V21 DARNE SLIDING BREECH SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 3P419 (1947). The 25 3/4” monobloc bbls. are fitted with deeply swamped “Plume” rib without underrib. Triangles of scroll engraving are at breech ends. Bbl. flats are stamped with maker’s name, nitro proofs and 11 Grade stamps (V21). Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with triple proofs. Bbl. removes from coin finished sliding breech action with takedown push button in trigger plate. Late style action with obturating disks has safety slide on left side, opening lever is deeply stamped “Darne”. Action is engraved with near full coverage varying size scroll with rose bouquets. Fences are deeply carved in acanthus motif. New, correctly styled stocks of lightly streaked European walnut have correct style checkering at grip and on separate forend. Stock measures 15 3/4” over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .732”, L: .732”. Restrictions: R: .021” (MOD), L: .030” (FULL) . Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .025”, L: .026”. STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 5/8”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 15 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: fine as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack, engraving softened. Action retains most of what appears to be its original coin finish with cleaning evident in areas of normal wear, especially trigger guard. Newly made stocks (most likely by factory) retain nearly all of their oil finish with a few scattered marks, checkering still light in color. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-1140/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-10,000.
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2305. HIGH GRADE SLIDING BREECH FRENCH SHOTGUN BY CHARLIN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 21589. The 26 5/8” bbls. fitted w/ narrow swamped matted rib are dovetailed, not monobloced as are most Darnes. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ French nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers & w/ “CHARLIN AUTOMATIQUE”. The sliding breech action is similar to that found on a Darne, but is generally much smoother in operation & does not feature obturating discs to center breech to bbls. Instead uses an outer collar which closes around breech ends, giving superb lateral & vertical strength. Opening lever is deeply stamped “CHARLIN”. Action is very nicely engraved w/ scenes of dogs & game on sides within line borders & floral accents. Fences are very finely carved in deep relief acanthus. Bbl. removal button is in bottom of trigger plate. Toggling safety is on left side. Rnd. knob buttstock of dark & very well marbled lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over ribbed horn buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. A sling loop matching that screwed to bottom rib is on toeline. Matching forend screws directly to water table extension. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .723”, L .723”. Restriction: R .003” (IC), L .022” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .023”, L .028”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: very good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of an old reblack over many light pits. Action was also reblued, engraving still clear. Buttstock retains nearly all of what appears to be an old refinish w/ a large number of subsequent marks. Checkering considerably worn. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-1981/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2306. INTERESTING & INNOVATIVE FRENCH DOUBLE SHOTGUN BY IDEAL. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 53893. The 27 3/8” chopperlump bbls. are fitted w/ sunken matted game rib. Rear portion of rib is fitted w/ long extension w/ sm. square shouldered doll’s head. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ French nitro proofs & “MF” logo. French gray action opens & cocks by squeezing a finger lever at rear of trigger guard. This retracts dbl. underbolt & allows dropping bolt to release doll’s head rib extension. An extremely strong bolting system which is mechanically similar to Rigby’s rising bite. An ambidextrous sliding safety on trigger plate blocks trigger blades. Action also features loaded chamber indicators w/ spring loaded pins in breech face w/ corresponding heads of pins protruding from fences when chambers are loaded. Action is engraved w/ flourishes of simple acanthus within line borders. Bottom of action is deeply stamped “IDEAL”.”MF” crossed scepter & arrow logo is in front of trigger plate. Straight grip buttstock of lightly streaked European walnut measures 14 3/8” over horn “MF” embossed buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. & stock has iron for tape type sling which engages large split ring on bbl. (sling missing). Matching splinter forend attaches to bbl. w/ unique dbl. bolted catch actuated by lever visible on bottom of forend. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .722”, L .728”. Restriction: R .030” (FULL), L .033” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .029”, L .029”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 3/8+”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 7 oz. CONDITION: good-very good. Bbls. retaining most of what appears to be their original blue, possibly an old reblue over some marks & scratches. Action retains about 40% original light case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their original finish over many marks. Checkering somewhat worn & dirty. Bores are bright & shiny w/ some minor frosting in right bbl. Action is tight. (22-1979/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2307. SUPER COOL MANUFRANCE IDEAL NO. 6 REEX ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 17049. Mfg. 1902. Bbls. 25 1/2” of monobloc construction have tapered swamped rib w/ floral engraved section at breech end w/ engraved doll’s head extension & lightly engraved ramp w/ brass front bead at muzzle. Tops of bbl. engraved “FUSIL IDEAL BREVETE DANS TOUS LRS DAYS” on top of left tube & “MANUFACTURE FRANCAISE DE’ ARMES ET CYCLES DE ST. ETIENNE”. Bbl. flats w/ maker’s name, proof marks, model # at top of rear lug & front lug is fully scroll engraved. Bottom rib w/ sling swivel & self opener. Near full coverage skipline checkered forend w/ sm. latch release at tip & lightly scroll engraved iron. Rounded body action is near full coverage sm. scroll engraved on sides w/ oak leaf bursts at center, relief panel on bottom, “IDEAL”. Nicely relief sculpted bbl. fences w/ side clips. Oak leaf pattern behind fences & stippled stop of action. Short top tang nicely scroll engraved w/ 3 screws which are also engraved. Fascinating safety slide on trigger plate which is blued & intercepts the triggers. 2 Rnd. trigger guards are lightly scroll engraved. Action opener is found behind rear trigger w/ assisted opening system which makes the action quite smooth. Gun made w/ double triggers, auto ejectors, self opening & non auto intercepting safety. Nicely polished water table w/ proof marks & sm. import mark. S# at center of breech face w/ bushed strikers. Nicely figured walnut buttstock has rnd. knob pistol grip & is skipline checkered through the wrist w/ sm. silver oval on toeline nicely engraved “A.S.”. Retractable sling swivel found near toe & butt terminates w/ original dotted hard rubber Manufrance brand buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. LOP: 14 1/8” Right: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .040 (full). Minimum wall thickness: .028. Left: Bore .729. diameter: Restriction: .057 (extra full). Minimum wall thickness: .028. Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in a sm. light brown leather case w/ red original colored felt & some replaced purple colored felt. Case w/ snap caps & oil bottle, which are silver plated. Hardware is metal & dark brown leather case cover. CONDITION: excellent as very lightly used. Bbls. retain more than 95% of their original blue w/ a light rub on bottom of left tube toward muzzle & some minor losses at forearm contact points. Coin finished action is excellent w/ only very minor staining. Stocks are sound & retain more that 95% of their original finish w/ only scattered light impressions. Forearm w/ a beginning age separation or 2 at knuckle, otherwise excellent. Mechanics are fine. Bores are bright & shiny. Just a super cool & unusual lightweight 12 ga. game gun finished to a high degree which is seldom seen. (22-1166/JL). CURIO. $2,500-4,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2309. SCARCE YOUNG REPEATING ARMS SLIDE ACTION 2 SHOT TRAP GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1177. The 32” bbl. w/ solid matted top rib is marked “THE YOUNG REPEATING ARMS CO. COLUMBUS O.” in milled out portion of rib. Slim case hardened action operates by pushing sm. lever release on bottom to rear & sliding bbl. forward. To load 2 shells, place one in chamber, the other in lifter & pull bbl. into battery. It can now be fired. Upon sliding forward, spent shell is ejected & new cartridge is aligned, ready for the next shot after closing action. Action is engraved w/ sprays of scroll & light scroll borders surrounding circular vignettes of game birds; a quail on left & snipe on right. Bottom of action is engraved “Pat’d June 15 1901” “1177 (SN)” & “Sept 16 1902”. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of well marbled & figured European walnut measures 13 3/4” over checkered hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Fixed forend w/ abrupt schnabled tip & finger groove at top is nicely checkered around bottom. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: .729”. Restriction: .038” (FULL). STOCK: DAH: 2 15/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 13 3/4”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 12 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Bbl. retaining over 80% original blue w/ some light flecking & silvering. Action retains 70-80% faded original case hardening color w/ some light scratches. Stocks retain over 90% original varnish w/ a large number of marks both fairly light & heavy. Checkering lightly worn. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-407/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500. 189
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2308. HIGH QUALITY UNDERSTATED 8 BORE UNDERLEVER SHOTGUN BY PATRICK MULLIN OF NEW YORK. Cal. 8 Bore. NSN. The Mullins, both Patrick & his brother John, were known for building very high quality firearms w/ imported actions & bbls. They are finished to a high degree, but are often essentially unadorned, only having engraving on screwheads, as is the case w/ this fine 8 bore hammer dbl. The 36 1/4” bbls. are of exceptionally fine 3 stripe Damascus & the unmatted concave top rib is engraved “P. Mullin, New York”. Bbl. flats are unmarked, bottoms of bbls. are stamped w/ Birmingham black powder proofs for 10 bore. The case hardened Jones underlever action is fitted w/ high quality front spring locks w/ nonrebounding flat faced serpentine hammers w/ tall fingerspurs. Fences are very nicely filed. Action is exceptionally plain w/ only screwheads being engraved. Each lockplate is also engraved “P. Mullin”. The dense dark European walnut straightgrip buttstock is lightly marbled & has some figure. It measures 13 3/4” over steel buttplate w/ short top tang. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver shield is at top of grip. Matching splinter forend is near fully checkered & has inlet horn tip. It attaches to bbl. w/ Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .815”, L .817”. Restriction: R .000” no recess (CYL), L .035” recessed (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .033”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 3/4”. LOP: 13 3/4”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 13 lb. 3 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retain over 80% of their original brownish black w/ good definition to intricate Damascus pattern. Action retains approx. 60% original color, silvering around bottom from normal use. Lockplates & hammers retain approx. 90% of their original color. Stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish with some light marks. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are bright & shiny w/ some light scattered pitting. Action is tight, locks are crisp. Toe end of buttplate is coming away from wood & horn forend tip has come loose & been resecured w/ neat repair of nail let in from left side. A superb big bore water fowler in great condition. Most of these guns saw hard use in harsh environments. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (01-20755/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2310. SCARCE EARLY PRODUCTION A. H. FOX DE GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 14689 (1909). The 30” bbls. w/ slightly raised matted game rib are marked “Krupp Fluid Steel Made By” “ A.H. Fox Gun Co. Phillip PA.” on tops. There are 3” triangles of attractive scroll engraving at breech ends. Case hardened boxlock Fox action w/ usual rotary bolt features non-automatic safety & nickel plated dbl. triggers. Action fitted w/ early style rnd. pin ejector tips. Action engraved in early “D” style w/ sprays of varying size but mostly lg. open shaded scroll w/ line & geometric borders. These surround sm. detailed game scenes toward rear w/ feeding quail under lg. tree on left side & snipe in open meadow on right. “Ansley H. Fox” on each side. Bottom of action has circular vignette of pointing setter w/ pointer in distance honoring point. Trigger plate & trigger guard bow engraved w/ matching scroll. S# on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively marbled & flame figured European walnut measures 14” over leather faced solid red pad. Side panels are checkered & there is closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend w/ usual Fox style Deeley type release has “PATENTS” “PENDING” on vine border engraved iron. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: - .725”, left: - .727”. Choke restriction: right: .030”, left: - .038”. Minimum wall Thickness: right: - .034”, left: - .035”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: 0. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially restored. Bbls. retaining over 80% of what appears to be original blue w/ overall light pin prick flecking & some high edge wear. Thinning at sides and muzzles. Damascening on bbl. flats & cocking slide still strong. Action retains approx. 30-40% original case hardening color which is quite strong where protected. The balance is very pleasing smooth silver. Trigger guard has traces of original case hardening color. Buttstock retains nearly all of a glossy varnish refinish over bumps & knocks w/ a few subsequent scratches. Sharp edges are rounded. Checkering recut. Pad is relatively new. Forend also refinished. Checkering competently recut. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no evidence of repairs or dents visible. Action is tight. Top lever very slightly left of center. Left ejector will not fire. (21-3990/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2311. NICELY REFURBISHED A.H. FOX XE GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 23697. 28” bbls. w/ matted game rib are marked “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” “A. H. FOX GUN Co. PHILA PA. U.S.A.” on tops. 2” triangles of acanthus scroll on breech end. Bbl. flats stamped w/ ga., S# & “X”. Coin finished Fox action w/ typical rotary bolt features non-automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved in normal “X” style w/ near full coverage shaded acanthus surrounding oval vignettes of game birds on sides; (ducks on left, grouse on right) both under “ANSLEY H. FOX”. Bottom of action has oval scene of fox w/ mountainous background. Trigger guard w/ matching acanthus on bow has S# on tang. Newly made straight grip buttstock of nicely fiddle figured & marbled European walnut measures 14 1/4” over ribbed composition buttplate. Side panels are checkered & fancy pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Schnabeled ebony tip & usual Deeley type release. Forend iron has ejector patent information. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .731”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .013” (LIGHT MOD), left: .007” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .037”, left: .040”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. CONDITION: good to very good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining essentially all of a good quality rust reblack, engraving slightly softened. Action has been cleaned to coin finish, engraving remains sharp & clear. Newly made stocks retain essentially all of their hand rubbed oil finish w/ a few minor sm. marks & scratches. Checkering has hardly any wear. Bores are good, polished over some scattered pitting, mostly in left bbl. Action is tight. Ejectors are out of time. (21-3980/MGM). CURIO. $6,000-9,000.
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2312. NICELY RESTORED EARLY FOX CE GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 15066 (circa 1910). The 30” bbls. w/ broad matted game rib are engraved “Krupp Fluid Steel Made By” “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA” on tops. There are 1 1/2” triangles of scroll at breech ends. Bbl. flats stamped w/ grade & S#. Case hardened typical Fox action w/ rotary bolt features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved in early Fox “C” style w/ 80% coverage varying size scroll within line & geometric borders. This scroll outlines oval vignettes of game birds on sides w/ a pair of feeding quail on left & snipe on right. Both under “AINSLEY H. FOX.”. Bottom of action engraved w/ pointing setter in circular scene. Trigger guard w/ scroll on bow has S# on tang. Straight grip buttstock of well streaked European walnut measures 14 3/4” over serrated composition buttplate. Side panels are checkered & there is point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Deeley type release. Iron marked “PATENTS” “PENDING”. Action fitted w/ early style circular ejector trips. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .729”, left: .728”. Restriction: right: .003” (IC), left: .010” (LIGHT MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .036”, left: .038”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 7/16+”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: very fine as completely restored. Gun retaining nearly all good quality custom finishes on all surfaces w/ virtually no subsequent wear. Buttstock & forend good quality replacements. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. (21-4015/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2313. REFURBISHED A. H. FOX BE GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 17254 (circa 1910). 26” bbls. w/ slightly raised matted rib are marked “PROOF TESTED 12 GA.” & w/ chamber information on top right & w/ Savage Arms Corp. info & address on left. Bbl. flats stamped w/ S#, Fox proofs & “GRADE BE”. Case hardened early Fox action features non automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ geometric devices & a scattering of scroll w/in vine borders surrounding scenes of birds on sides w/ a quail on left & snipe on right. Trigger guard has some scroll on bow & S# on tang. Replacement straight grip buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 15” over brown “Old English” pad. Side panels are checkered & point pattern checkering is at grip. Lg. matching beavertail ejector forend has Deeley type Fox release. Ejector patent dates are on iron. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .727”, left: .727”. Restriction: right: .008” (IC), left: .020” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .050”, left: .050”. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 3/16”. LOP: 15”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: very fine as refurbished. It is possible that this early action has been completely rebuilt by Savage Arms Corp., retaining all finishes on wood & metal applied at that time w/ only a few scattered subsequent marks. Bbls. are obviously new, bores are bright & shiny. Action is very tight w/ top lever well to right of center. Ejectors are in time. (21-3981/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-4,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2314. REFURBISHED SCARCE EARLY BE GRADE A. H. FOX GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 15690. The 28” bbls. fitted w/ matted game rib are engraved “Krupp Fluid Steel made by” “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA.” on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ grade, S# & Fox proof. Bottoms of bbls. marked for Krupp fluid steel. Casehardened boxlock action features automatic safety, Fox rotary bolting system & dbl. triggers. Action engraved in early “B” style w/ unbordered bird scenes on sides w/ feeding quail on left & standing snipe on right. Bottom of action engraved w/ a spray of scroll. “ANSLEY H. FOX” is deeply stamped on both sides. This engraving style was in use until around 1914 when the newer lg. scroll engraved receiver was introduced. This early gun is fitted w/ lg. rnd. ejector trips. Forend iron is marked “PATENTS” “PENDING”. Gun has been restocked & this straight grip stock is of a very fine piece of crotch figured American walnut. It measures 13 7/8” over Pachmayr basket weave solid red “Whiteline” pad. Side panels are checkered & borderless fleur de lis pattern checkering is at grip. Matching wide beavertail ejector forend w/ inlet ebony tip has Fox’s Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .728”, left: .729”. Restriction: right: .011” (IC), left: .010” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .033”, left: .033”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 3/8+”. LOP: 13 7/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 10 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack. Action retains around 40% original casehardening color. Newly made stocks retain nearly all of their hand rubbed oil finish w/ a few light marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. A glow worm type sight has been added behind original bead w/ drilled & tapped hole. Bbls. appear to be cut, however some choke is present. A factory letter might be revealing. (21-3984/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.
2315. A. H. FOX A GRADE CUSTOM SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA SET OF BARRELS. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 19310. 2 Bbl. sets, one 28”, the other 29 5/8”. The original set has matted concave game rib & is marked “Krupp Fluid Steel made by” “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA” on tops. Later set has narrower slightly raised matted rib & is marked of “Chromox steel”. Bbl. flats of 28” set marked w/ grade, S#, ga., & Fox proof. 29 5/8” bbls. are unmarked except for relatively new stamping of S#. Case hardened boxlock action w/ classic Fox patent rotary bolt features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Patent information, grade & S# are on watertable. Action engraved w/ panels of lg. shaded acanthus scroll. “AINSLEY H. FOX” is on scroll ribbon on each side. Blued trigger guard has S# on tang. Custom made buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 14 3/8” over deeply curved serrated hard rubber buttplate. Stock features semi fancy point pattern checkering around grip. Each bbl. set has its own splinter ejector forend. 28” bbl. forend has S# stamped on interior of wood. Both forends have matching point pattern checkering, Deeley type releases & patent information on irons. MEASUREMENTS: 28” bbls.: bore diameter: right: .727”, left: .727”. Restriction: right: .008” (IC), left: .015” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .032”, left: .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 3/8”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 11 oz. / 29 5/8” bbls: bore diameter: right: .726”, left: .727”. Restriction: right: .025” (MOD), left: .041” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .040”, left: .050”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 5/16+”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun & bbls. are housed in good quality leather case w/ plated brass corners, lined in scarlet cloth. Case has space for both sets of bbls. & contains a cleaning rod & some brushes. CONDITION: very fine as refurbished w/ only sm. amount of evident wear in all metal & wood finishes. All bores are bright & shiny. There is evidence of dent removal in both bbls. of 28” set. 29 5/8” bbls. have no visible alterations. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Case leather has some stains & minor bumps, straps & handles are good, interior cloth has some minor compressions & soiling. (21-4038/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,500. 193
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2316. SCARCE FOX STERLINGWORTH SKEET & UPLAND GAME GUN IN HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 160258 (circa 1938). These lower priced guns were introduced in 1935 for the recently invented shooting game of skeet. The 26” bbls. fitted w/ fairly high matted rib are marked “Sterlingworth fluid compressed steel” “Savage Arms Corp.” w/ address on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ S#. Case hardened action w/ typical Fox rotary bolt features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved “FOX STERLINGWORTH” in zigzag borders & a few acanthus flourishes. Straight grip stock of plain American walnut measures 14 1/8” over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching full splinter forend has spring tension release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .731”, left: .730”. Restriction: right: .002” (IC), left: .014”. (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .030”, left: .028”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun housed in an Abercrombie & Fitch marked VC case w/ stitched leather corners lined in burgundy cloth. Case contains straps & pair of 12 ga. snap caps. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, close to as new w/ some minor staining & a few marks on bbls. & action. Action retains nearly all of its original case hardening color w/ some sharp edge wear. Protective varnish is dulled & crazed. Trigger guard retains essentially all of its original blue. Triggers still have their original bright polish. Stocks retain over 95% original varnish, loss due to some minor scratches & bumps. Checkering still light in color. Bright shiny bores, mechanically fine. Case leather is still somewhat light in color, has numerous scrapes and rubs. Handle is fair to good. Interior cloth is fairly good with marks and compressions. (21-4029/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
2317. A.H. FOX AE GRADE STRAIGHT GRIP DOUBLE SHOTGUN IN FINE ORIGINAL CONDITION. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 22116. The 30” bbls. with narrow matted rib are marked “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” “MADE BY A.H. FOX GUN CO. PHILA. PA. U.S.A.” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with serial number, grade, and “FOX PROOF”. Casehardened boxlock Fox action with rotary bolt, features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved in later “A” grade style with 80% coverage of shaded acanthus. Blued trigger guard has serial number on tang. Straight grip stock of lightly figured American walnut measures 14 1/4” over serrated hard rubber buttplate. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with patent dates on iron has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .728”, L: .729”. Restrictions: R: .021” (MOD), L: .035” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .032”, L: .034”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8+”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 11 oz. CONDITION: fine to very fine. Bbls. retaining 70-80% original blue with some rubs and losses at normal carry point and in front of fences. Action retains 60-70% original casehardening color fading to silver around bottom and on fences from normal hand wear. Blue on trigger guard is considerably thinned and silver on edges of bow and gray to brown on tang. Stocks retain most of their original finish with a number of light marks. Some oil has been added as maintenance. Sling loops have been removed with two plugged holes in bottom rib and one plugged hole in toe line. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and slightly out of time. A solid Fox gun, relatively scarce with original straight grip stock. (22-962/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
2318. AFTERMARKET CUTAWAY OF A VERY EARLY A. H. FOX A GRADE DOUBLE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 449. The 30” bbls. w/ matted rib are marked “Krupp Fluid Steel Made By” “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA” on tops. Case hardened action is engraved w/ wavy borders & some sm. bursts of scroll. “AINSLEY H FOX” is on each side. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14” over serrated hard rubber buttplate. Side panels are checkered & point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Deeley type release. Gun has had left side of action area milled out to reveal internal features & their operation. Bottom of trigger plate is also cut away showing sear engagement w/ hammers. A cut in stock shows operation of safety. Gun can probably still be fired (at least the right bbl.) as rotary bolting system & bbls. have not been compromised. CONDITION: Bbls. retaining approx. 80% of what appears to be original blue. Action w/ traces of case hardening color has been cleaned to pewter gray. Stocks show considerable use & wear w/ a good scattering of marks & dings in their original oil finish. Checkering is somewhat worn. Milling cuts have been made through original finish w/ wear w/ left side panel checkering running into milled opening. Left side of action has remnants of engraving visible. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-408/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2319. ONE OF THE MOST HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT L.C. SMITHS EVER OFFERED AT AUCTION, THE ADMIRAL PEARY GRADE 5E 12 BORE WITH CASE AND SUPPORTING PROVENANCE. This well known gun made by the Hunter Arms Co. for Admiral Robert Edwin Peary Sr. to be taken on his expedition to the North Pole in 1909 which was strongly supported by President Theodore Roosevelt at the inception of the expedition. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” chambers. S# 8785. Bbls. 30”. The gun itself is a 12 ga. Grade 5E built w/ matted concave tapered rib w/ sm. white mid & front beads that has sm. ring of engraving at muzzle, wedges of scroll towards breech & bbl. legend that reads “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. FULTON, NY” w/ inlaid gold bar toward breech end. Polished bbl. flats w/ SN & grade designation. Replacement splinter forend checkered in point pattern w/ fully scroll engraved irons & banjo roll type release w/ triangular ebony tip, case hardened & scroll engraved interior. The case hardened action beautifully engraved in standard Grade 5 pattern w/ 2 setters in game scene on left lock surrounded by scroll & floral burst at back & “L.C. SMITH” in scroll banner at front. Bottom of action lightly floral & scroll engraved w/ well done bouquet of flowers at center of trigger plate. Right lock w/ 2 pointers in game scene w/ well cut floral rose & scroll surrounding & makers name towards front. Trigger guard engraved w/ rose & scroll & finely gold inlaid signature “RE PEARY”. Tang w/ 2 engraved screws & lightly scroll engraved w/ SN in banner. Gun made w/ Hunter One single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, non auto safety. Top of action w/ beaded fences & floral scroll which extends to top lever & top tang which also has gold inlaid “S” in front of safety. Water table w/ hand engraved patent dates, SN & breech face w/ bushed strikers. Professionally replaced walnut buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist w/ ball grip has flowing grain & terminates w/ a tan colored leather covered pad w/ sm. widows peak at top. This well known gun is featured in a full length “Double Gun Journal” article published in the Fall, 2010 (Vol. 21, Issue No. 3), written by L.C. Smith expert & historian Tom Archer w/ photography by Terry Allen detailing the known history of this gun, the fascinating story of the expedition. This gun was awarded an NRA silver medal for best historical display at the NRA convention in Charlotte, NC in 2010. This gun is found by S# in the expedition logs according to our consignor. Our consignor purchased this gun from a widow in Virginia in the early 2000’s & at the time of purchase she withheld the trigger guard for an unknown reason. After a couple of years, our consignor was able to retrieve the trigger guard from the widow & bring the gun back together. At that time, he had the gun professionally restored in all aspects including professionally replaced stocks & metal finishes. Interested parties should review the comprehensive Double Gun Journal article for full details & provenance that is available on this fine Smith. Measurements: Right: .730”, choke: .027”(mod.) Left: .730”, choke: .040”(full). Minimum wall thickness: Right: .016”(bottom of right bbl. before chokes, most other areas into the .020”s), left: .023”. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/2” from rear position single trigger. Weight: 7 lbs., 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is accompanied by a silver medal commemorating the North Pole discovery April 6, 1909 by the U.S.S. Roosevelt which is housed in a sm. black frame & a set of 3 photos of Peary, 2 from the expedition wearing heavy wool clothing, 1 photo in full uniform & a 4th which is a panel which appears to be an original signature. Also accompanying the gun is an old brown leg o’ mutton case w/ embossed gold signature on butt cap. Gun is currently housed in a green canvas case w/ brown leather appointments, makers trade label on top of inside & has green felt interior. CONDITION: extremely fine as competently & professionally restored. Bbls. retain more than 98% of their fine rust blue finish w/ well done polish marks at breech ends & perfectly crowned muzzle. Action retains nearly all of its dark, bold, restored case color. Engraving detail still quite nice w/ only minimal thinning of engraving in a couple of areas. Trigger guard retains most of its restored blue w/ thinning at grip & grip screws are replacements that show some marring. Buttstock & forend are very well done replacements, they are sound & retain most of their custom finish w/ only minor handling marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Gun is tight & on face. Single trigger functions well w/ right bbl. firing first. Ejectors are fine. Stocks are sound. J-spring is very strong and a lot of force is required to remove the forend. Early leg o’ mutton case w/ staining & rub marks. Cap has been re-sewn which is of a different leather. Embossed signature shows some wear. Canvas case is very good w/ some minor staining & rubs. Pictures are all very good. For the collector/investor who seeks historically important objects, this L.C. Smith has an absolutely fascinating history & is widely recognized by collectors for its importance & its intrigue. (22-1069/JSL). CURIO. $35,000-75,000. 197
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2320. SUPERB AND RARE 20 GAUGE L.C. SMITH “EAGLE” GRADE EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER, STRAIGHT GRIP DOUBLE SHOTGUN WITH UNUSUAL DEEPLY SWAMPED RIB. Cal. 20 Ga. S# FWE138374. Factory records indicate that fewer than 600 Eagle Grade L.C. Smith’s were made; only about 111 in 20 gauge. Consignor states this is the only swamped rib “Eagle” grade 20 ga. to ever go thru the LC Smith archives making this an extreme rarity. This high condition example has 28” bbls. with usual L.C. Smith factory markings on tops. Matted rib has the appearance of a ventilated rib with most of the central portion and pillars removed. Close inspection of the rib on this gun indicates that it is in its original very unusual form. Raised rear portion is 2 1/2” long including extension, and front portion which forms a ramp, are matted. Front part measures 1 5/8” and is set with German silver bead. Bbl. flats are stamped with serial number, grade, chamber information (2 3/4”) and Hunter proofs. Bottoms of bbls. have “Nitro Steel” logos. Casehardened action features automatic safety and single selective “Hunter One trigger” (marked on trigger plate in front of trigger guard). Action is engraved in unique “Eagle” style with 50-60% coverage large scroll surrounding shaded areas. Lockplates are engraved with matching scroll framing semi relief renditions of flying game birds. A long tail pheasant is on left plate and a duck with wings swept to rear indicating speed, is on right. This unusual treatment extends to top lever pivot which has superb rendering of a sitting eagle, also in relief. Blued trigger guard has the relief gold inlaid initials “P.H.” on bow. These initials are in “arts and crafts” style, as if made from tree limbs. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of somewhat mottled American walnut measures 13 1/4” over old leather faced open sided pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet ebony tip has usual “J” spring release with secondary knurled button latch in engraved oval escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .613”, L: .613”. Restrictions: R: .028” (FULL), L: .029” (FULL) . Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .020”, L: .027”. STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 1/4. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with green canvas case with leather corners lined in green felt and has paper L.C. Smith label in lid. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Bbl. retaining nearly all of its original reblack. Rib matting and engraving somewhat softened. Action and lockplates retain approx. half of their original casehardening color, strong where protected. Bottom of action considerably silvered with some scattered cleaned frosting. Buttstock a possible replacement, retains most of its varnish finish with some added oil. Grip appears to be altered from a long pistol type, to straight. Screw a replacement. Forend refinished, checkering considerably worn. Bores are bright and shiny with evidence of dent removal in right bbl. 11” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Mechanically good. Case is good. (22-1066/MGM). CURIO. $25,000-40,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2321. NICELY REFURBISHED L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER DOUBLE SHOTGUN MADE FOR MR. GIFFORD K. SIMOND, OWNER AND PRESIDENT OF THE HUNTER ARMS CO. FROM 1920-1929. Cal. 12 Ga. S# FWE52727. The crown grade was a fairly popular gun in the Hunter lineup with approx. 900 made. They were attractively finished and could be made to order. This gun has 26” bbls. with slightly raised matted rib marked “L.C. SMITH” “Crown GRADE” “MADE TO ORDER BY THE Hunter Arms Co., Inc. FULTON, N.Y.” on tops. Rear portion of rib has geometric engraving and is separated from front portion by a gold band. There are also bands of geometric engraving around muzzles. Breech ends of bbls. are engraved with 1 1/2” triangles scroll in front of single geometric bands. Engine turned bbl. flats are stamped with serial number and Hunter proofs. Bottoms of bbls. and are stamped with “Nitro Steel” logos. Casehardened featherweight action features nonautomatic safety, usual rotary bolt, and Hunter One trigger as marked on side of trigger plate. Action is engraved in usual “Crown” style with about 40% coverage of scroll with rose blossom highlights within geometric borders. Lockplates are near fully engraved with matching scroll and blossoms flanking central oval semi relief vignettes of bird dogs. A pair of pointers, one on point, the other honoring; in grassy meadow is on left plate, a pair of setters in similar situation are on right. “L.C. Smith” is on scrolled ribbon at the front of each lockplate. Top lever pivot is gold inlaid with usual regal crown. Blued trigger guard is gold inlaid with “G.K. Simond’s” signature. This treatment is found on other custom made high grade L.C. Smith guns. The replacement capped pistol grip buttstock, of attractive crotch figured American walnut, measures 14 1/4” over a ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Splinter, ejector forend with inlet ebony tip and line and scroll engraved iron is near fully checkered and appears to be original. It has usual “J” spring and secondary latch in guitar shaped escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .730”, L: .731”. Restrictions: R: .014” (LIGHT MOD), L: .032” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .022”, L: .019”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 9 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: relatively new green canvas case with leather corners lined in green felt, has reproduction paper L.C. Smith label in lid. CONDITION: very fine as refurbished. Bbls. retaining essentially all of a satin reblue. Action and lockplates retain nearly all of a dark casehardened recolor. Trigger guard has nearly all of its shiny reblue. Newly made buttstock is correctly styled and retains essentially all of its fine hand rubbed oil finish. Checkering is still light in color. Forend wood retains most of its matching refinish. Checkering is competently recut. Bores are bright and shiny with evidence of multiple dent removal in left bbl. and one in right about 9” behind muzzle. Mechanically crisp; with strong ejectors and well regulated single trigger. Case is good. An attractive and historically important L.C. Smith. (22-1068/MGM). CURIO. $10,000-20,000.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2322. COLLECTOR’S LOT OF 3 NICE LC SMITH TRAP GRADE GUNS IN 12, 16, 20 GAUGE. 1) Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# FW13567. Bbls. 30”. Made with matted concave tapered top rib w/ 2 white beads, grade marking & maker name on tops of bbls. Bbl. flats w/ SN & “T” noting Trap grade. Point pattern checkered splinter forearm w/ triangular ebony tip has rare early Curtis type push button release. Case hardened action is nicely engraved w/ standard Trap Grade pattern w/ light flourishes of scroll & Trap scenes on side locks. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, extractors, & 3 position auto safety. The blued trigger guard w/ scroll flourish on bow & SN at tang. Capped pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist is of nicely figured flame grained American walnut & terminates w/ an ill fitting replacement Silver’s type pad. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 3”. LOP: 15”, 14” to end of wood. Right: Bore diameter: .729. Restriction: .042” (Full). Minimum wall thickness: .035”. Left: Bore diameter: .279”. Restriction: .040” (Full). Minimum wall thickness: .035”. Weight: 7 lbs., 14 oz. CONDITION: extremely fine & collector quality. Bbls. retain nearly all of their original rust blued finish. Beads are contemporary replacements. Side locks & receiver retain virtually all of their bold original case color & breech face appears unmared indicating this gun likely test fired only. Forend is excellent, checkering is crisp. Buttstock is sound, checkering is excellent & retains most of its factory original finish w/ some light finish added towards butt for preservation & subsequent light handling marks are found. Triggers retain most of their factory original blue. Bores are brilliant & shiny. Mechanics are crisp. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: each gun is housed in its own green canvas brown leather appointed case w/ green felt interior & repro. makers trade label. on top. (22-1065/JSL). 2) Cal. 16 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# FWE54693. Bbls. 28”. Matted concave tapered rib w/ 2 white beads, grade marking & maker name on tops of bbls. Bbl. flats w/ SN & “T” noting Trap grade. Point pattern checkered splinter forearm w/ engraved & blued Banjo type roller release. Case hardened action is nicely engraved w/ standard Trap Grade pattern w/ light flourishes of scroll & Trap scenes on side locks. Gun made w/ single selective Hunter One trigger, ejectors. The blued trigger guard w/ scroll flourish on bow. Capped pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist is of nicely figured flame grained American walnut & terminates w/ a thin modern Pachmayr pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/4”. LOP: 14 1/4”, front rear position Hunter One trigger. Right: Bore diameter: .651”. Restriction: .019 (Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .033”. Left: Bore diameter: .652”. Restriction: .020” (Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: .033”. Weight: 7 lbs., 1 oz. CONDITION: very good as partially refurbished. Bbls., forend iron & trigger guard retain most of a refurbished blacking. Bbls. w/ a few areas of pinprick pitting on exterior w/ bluing over them particularly ahead of forearm on bottom of tubes. Forearm w/ grain separation from iron to banjo release has been professionally repaired w/ restored finish throughout. Receiver w/ about 1/3 of its original case color. Balance toned to silver. Buttstock w/ grain separation emanating from bottom of left lock to trigger guard tang; otherwise appears sound & retains most of an older restored finish w/ subsequent scratches & handling marks throughout. Bores are bright & shiny. Trigger works, ejectors are in time. Gun is on face. Mechanics overall area fine. (22-1064/JSL). (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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3) Cal. 20 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# FWE14793. Bbls. 28”. Matted concave tapered rib w/ 2 white beads, grade marking & maker name on tops of bbls. Bbl. flats w/ SN & “T” noting Trap grade. Point pattern checkered splinter forearm w/ engraved & blued Banjo type roller release. Case hardened action is nicely engraved w/ standard Trap Grade pattern w/ light flourishes of scroll & Trap scenes on side locks. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, auto ejectors, & 3 position auto safety. The blued trigger guard w/ scroll flourish on bow & SN at tang. Capped pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist is of nicely figured flame grained American walnut & terminates w/ a thin replacement lined hard rubber buttplate. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 2 7/8”. LOP: 14 5/8”. Right: Bore diameter: .613”. Restriction: .030” (Full). Minimum wall thickness: 030”. Left: Bore diameter: 612”. Restriction: .027” (Full). Minimum wall thickness: 030”. Weight: 6 lbs., 11 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retain more than 80% what appears their original blue w/ some finish added at carry point near breech. Forearm retains most of an older restored finish, checkering recut. Action retains 20 to 30% light original case color. Trigger guard retains about half of its original blue w/ some finish added towards tang. Buttstock retains most of an older professionally restored finish w/ checkering chased & is mostly sound w/ a minor loss towards left side of trigger guard tang. Buttplate & grip cap are modern replacements. Bores w/ some minor pitting toward muzzle, but are mostly bright & shiny. Mechanics are fine. Gun is tight & on face. Barrels show scratches from removal of forend which is VERY! tight. All cases are very good w/ minor rub marks. This is an opportunity for an LC Smith collector to purchase 3 nice Trap grade guns which will make an impressive instant collection. (22-1063/JSL). ALL CURIO. $9,000-15,000.
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2323. INTRIGUING L.C. SMITH GRADE 2E 16 GAUGE LIVE BIRD GUN WITH UNUSUAL, PERHAPS PROTOTYPE FEATURES. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 5/8”, chambers. S# 8518. Bbls. 28”. Made w/ matted concave top rib w/ twin ivory beads & has rib legend “HUNTER ARMS CO. FULTON, NY”. Point pattern checkered splinter forend w/ blued banjo type roll release has triangular ebony tip. Bbl. flats w/ SN & crown steel trademark ahead of flats. Bbl. lug w/ very unusual screw at head which is the first of its type this cataloger has observed. This screw is an ejector retaining screw at the back of the lug which Hunter Arms must have tried & found to be too labor intensive for their needs. Case hardened action w/ side locks engraved w/ light flourishes of scroll have quail on left standing in grass, woodcock on right in circle & “L.C. SMITH” at front of side locks. Bottom of frame lightly scroll engraved. Blued trigger guard w/ burst of scroll on bow & S# at center of long tang which is lightly engraved in geometric design. Gun made w/ Hunter One single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, no safety. Top of frame w/ light flourishes of scroll & two piece top tang w/ star burst engraved where safety slide would have been if this gun was built w/ safety. This gun built w/ rotary locking bolt & bushed strikers. Straight grip buttstock checkered in two point pattern through the wrist terminates w/ an aging No-Shoc brand pad. Measurements: Right: .655”., choke: .008”. Left: .661”, choke: .032”. Minimum wall thickness: Right: .032”, left: .036”. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 13 3/4” from rear position Hunter One trigger. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in a green canvas leather appointed case w/ brass furniture & green felt interior w/ reproduction leather makers trade label on top of inside. CONDITION: excellent as refurbished. Bbls. retain more than 90% of a light brown rust reblue w/ some areas of cold blue added. Forearm w/ crisp checkering & banjo release which retain most of their restored finish. Action has been competently re-case colored & retains nearly all of that finish. Buttstock is sound & retains most of what appears to be an older restored finish w/ checkering chased in a few areas & thinned at grip point. Pad appears to be a period of use addition & is beginning to darken & harden. Bores are bright & shiny. Top lever will not hold open, otherwise mechanics are functional. Trigger works. Gun is tight & on face though the forend shows some minor gapping off of the bbl. Case is very good w/ only minor stains & rub marks. An interesting, perhaps prototype or transition gun which could make a very nice shooter & collectible Smith. (22-1067/JSL). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.
2324. SCARCE 20 GAUGE L.C. SMITH NEAR FULL OPTION IDEAL GRADE SHOTGUN IN HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# FWS30938 (1948). The 26” bbls. are fitted with raised matted ventilated rib & are marked “L.C. SMITH-20 GA.-Ideal-FULTON, N.Y. U.S.A.” on top of right bbl. Bbl. flats are stamped with grade, chambers, serial number & Hunter proofs. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped “LONDON STEEL”. Casehardened, featherweight, single sighting plane, post war action has all correct marks on watertable & features. Non automatic safety and selective “Hunter One Trigger”. Action and sideplates are engraved in usual “Ideal” style, with large shaded acanthus within wiggle borders. Blued trigger guard with matching leaves on bow & has serial number on tang. Capped pistol grip buttstock of somewhat stump figured American walnut measures 14 1/16” over Mershon “Blue Line” pad with open side showing foam center. Matching, late style, large Schnabeled beavertail ejector forend, has bracing screw along with usual J spring release coupled with knurled secondary release in blued oval escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .613, L: .613. Restrictions: R: .021 (MOD), L: .011 (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: R:. 040 , L: .032. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/16”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 2 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, nearly all original “as found”. Bbls. retaining approx. 90% original blue with some thinning & browning. Action and lockplates retain 90% original casehardening color with some high edge wear. Top of thumb piece shows some silver. Blue on trigger guard shows some thinning & light scratches. Stocks retain over 90% of their original varnish which shows considerable checking & also some scattered marks. Checkering is very lightly worn. Varnish on grip cap has mostly flaked off. Replacement recoil pad is cracked & hardened & does not fit well. There is some marking on left side of butt from pad installation. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is crisp. Ejectors are strong. Trigger appears to work well. Screws show some use. It is estimated that fewer than 400 ideal grade guns were made in 20 Ga. Examples with all the features present on this well preserved example are very rare. (22-968/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2325. 410 FIELD GRADE EJECTOR L.C. SMITH SHOTGUN WITH CUSTOM STOCKS. Cal. 410, 3”. S# FWE 154162. The 28” bbls. with L.C. Smith and Hunter Arms info marked on tops are fitted with raised matted flat rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with SN, grade, chamber info and Hunter proofs. Small size casehardened action has correct markings on watertable and features non-automatic safety and double triggers. “L.C. SMITH” is marked on each lockplate. Pistol grip buttstock appears to be altered from the original with flared rosewood grip cap, reshaped grip area, reconfigured checkering and addition of open sided pad which measures 14 1/4” over 3/8” wooden extension with thin white line. Original metal of forend has been refitted with long beavertail wood. Bore Diameters at muzzles: R: .397” (MOD?), L: .387” (FULL?). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .030”, L: .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 4 oz. CONDITION: bbls. retaining over 80% original blue, silver on sharp edges. Action and lockplates retain 70% casehardening color, stronger on locks. Trigger guard retains about 80% of its original blue. Stocks retain nearly all oil re-finish. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically good. (22-1195/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2326. LC SMITH FEATHERWEIGHT IDEAL GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# FWS23211. Bbls. 30” of London Steel. Fixed mod. & full chokes. Case colored side lock action w/ open floral pattern engraving. Hunter one SST. Selective ejectors. Splinter forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. Stock has near neutral cast. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 10.2 oz. Mfg. 1947. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 90% blue showing light carry & edge wear. Chambers & forcing cones are opened, bottom of bbls. have added electro pencil markings “Chamber 3 IN Mag”. Action retains 80% bright case colors showing light wear in carry areas. Original finish shows numerous sm. scratches & handling marks. Action is tight w/ top lever sitting right of center. Near excellent bright bores. (21-4590/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,900.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2327. LC SMITH IDEAL GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 12576R. Bbls. of London Steel shortened to 24 1/8” w/ cyl. bores. Brass front bead. Case colored sidelock action w/ open floral pattern hand engraving. Dbl. triggers. Extractors. Ebony tipped splinter forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of nicely grained thin shell walnut w/ hand checkering. LOP: 13 3/4” over aftermarket White Line pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. Stock has a slight cast off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs., 12.4 oz. Mfg. 1917. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 95% original blue. Action retains 97% vivid case colors. Original wood finish shows numerous scratches & marks w/ hairline cracks behind both locks. Tight action, top lever sits right of center. Very good bright bores. (21-4581/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,800.
2328. HIGH CONDITION 20 GAUGE FIELD GRADE L.C. SMITH WITH EXTRA SET OF BARRELS. Cal. 20 Ga. S# FW47903. The 26” and 28” bbls. are both serial numbered to this gun. The 28” bbls. with long matted rib have L.C. Smith and Hunter Arms markings on tops, 26” bbls., most likely fitted at a later date, have high flat matted rib and no L.C. Smith markings. Bbl. flats on 28” bbls. have complete serial number, grade and no proofs. The 26” bbls. are stamped with five digit serial number and Hunter proofs. Casehardened, small featherweight action features non automatic safety and double triggers. “L.C. SMITH’ is stamped on each lockplate. Capped pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 14” over a serrated hard rubber buttplate. Matching splinter forend with “J” spring release services both bbl. sets. MEASUREMENTS: 28” BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .615”, L: .615”. Restrictions: R: .016” (MOD) , L: .025” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .032”, L: .026”. 26” BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .613”, L: .613”. Restrictions: R: .003” (IC), L: .006” (IC). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .052”, L: .048”. STOCK (26” bbls.): DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 3/4-”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 9 oz. CONDITION: fine to very fine. 28” original bbls. retaining over 90% original blue. Newer 26” bbls. retain over 95% original blue. Action and lockplates retain 80-90% casehardening color, silver on bottom and on fences and with some flecking and oxidation on bottom. Trigger guard retains over 90% original blue. Stocks retain over 90% of their original varnish with attic burn and crazing evident on butt. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. A scarce little gun. (22-958/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.
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2330. LC SMITH IDEAL GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# FWS4521. Bbls. 30” of London Steel w/ fixed mod. & full chokes. Brass bead. Case colored sidelock action w/ open floral pattern engraving. Dbl. triggers. Extractors. Aftermarket beavertail walnut forearm w/ point pattern hand checkering. Original hard rubber capped pistol grip walnut stock w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14 3/8” over an aftermarket Kagen’s brown ventilated pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. Neutral cast. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 10.5 oz. Mfg. 1946. CONDITION: over 90% bbl. blue showing sm. spots of wear & freckling. Action retains over 90% bright case colors showing light carry wear & spots of corrosion. Original stock finish shows age related checkering w/ scattered scratches & marks. Forearm has good custom finish w/ a crack extending from forearm iron into the checkering area. Action is tight w/ top lever sitting just barely left of center. Nice bright bores. (21-4580/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,200.
2331. L. C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER VENT RIB TRAP GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# RE83314. The 32” bbls. are fitted w/ raised matted ventilated rib holding 2 white beads. Tops of bbls. are marked “L. C. SMITH Specialty GRADE” & w/ Hunter address. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S#, “S” & Hunter proofs. Bottoms of bbls. are marked w/ nitro steel logos. Splinter is of reinforced type for heavy forend. Case hardened action features automatic safety & selective Hunter “One trigger”. Action is engraved in usual “Specialty” grade style w/ game birds surrounded by lg. scroll; quail on ground on left plate & a flying duck on right. L. C. Smith is stamped in old English script on each lockplate. Newly made rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of quilted figure American walnut measures 14 1/4” over black “Decelerator” pad. Stock features Monte Carlo comb & fancy fleur-de-lis checkering over top of grip. Matching lg. schnabel beavertail ejector forend has usual J-spring & knurled button release in guitar shaped escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .726”, L .727”. Restriction: R .038” (EXTRA FULL), L .011” (LIGHT MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. Drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1 7/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter confirming bbl. length & stating it was shipped on June 24, 1925. CONDITION: fine as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack over some marks & scratches. Actions & lockplates w/ new color, engraving somewhat softened. Top lever & trigger guard retain nearly all of their reblue. Stocks retain essentially of their original finish w/ some minor marks. Shiny bores w/ evidence of dent removal in right bbl. 14” from muzzle. Action feels loose on hinge pin but locks up tight. Trigger appears to work well, ejectors are in time. (22-142/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. 207
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2329. SYRACUSE PRODUCTION L. C. SMITH 10 GA. GRADE 2 DOUBLE BBL. TRAP GUN. Cal. 10 Ga. S# 20541. The 32” heavy Damascus bbls. w/ matted rib are unmarked on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S# & “2”. Cartridge extractor is of early type w/ rotating drum. Case hardened sidelock action w/ rotary bolt has patent dates & S# engraved on watertable & features automatic safety, bushed strikers & dbl. triggers. Action has some line border engraving. Lockplates are also line border engraved & have whorls of scroll at centers. “L. C. Smith” is engraved at front of each plate. Blued trigger guard w/ scroll on bow has S# on tang. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of somewhat marbled & figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over hard rubber buttplate w/ falling duck & dog embossed device at center flanked by “THE” “L.C. SMITH” “TRAPGUN”. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend w/ shaped & inlet ebony tip has J-spring release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .796”, L .795”. Restriction: R .033” (FULL), L .027” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .042”, L .040”. STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 15/16”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 10 lb. 13 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retaining approx 95% original damascus finish w/ some scratches & marks. Action retains approx. 90% original case hardening color silvered on fences & beads. Lockplates retain nearly all of their color. Trigger guard retains about 30% original blue, mostly flaked. Stocks retain over 90% of their original varnish finish w/ a good scattering of light marks. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are shiny w/ some noted frosting, mostly in right bbl. Action is tight. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (01-20756/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.
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2332. HIGH CONDITION L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR DOUBLE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# FWE61620. The 28” bbls. with matted concave rib have L.C. Smith & Hunter Arms markings on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with serial number; bottom of bbls.; “ARMOR STEEL”. Typical action is casehardened and is marked “L.C. SMITH.” on each lockplate. Trigger plate is marked “HUNTER ONE TRIGGER”. Blued trigger guard is unmarked. Capped pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut, measures 13 3/4” over old Silver type pad. Matching splinter ejector forend has usual release with secondary knurled button in guitar shaped escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .727”, L: .731”. Restrictions: R: .024” (MOD), L: .038” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .041”, L: .038”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 3/4+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 15 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retaining approx. 90% original blue with scattered marks & sharp edge wear. Action retains nearly all of its casehardening color; silvered on sharp edges with some minor marks. Trigger guard and forend escutcheon retain nearly all of their original blue. Stocks retain over 90% original varnish with some lifting & crazing on buttstock with a few scattered marks & dings. There is evidence of finish loss around butt with installation of newer pad. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are slight out of time. Trigger appears to work well. Grip cap has turned brown. There is a long crack behind escutcheon and on right side near forend iron. Mounting screw is not fully engaged. (22-970/MGM). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.
2333. L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE SKEET GUN WITH EJECTORS BEAVERTAIL FOREND AND MILLER SINGLE TRIGGER. Cal. 12 Ga. S# FWS11933. The 26” bbls. with raised solid matted rib are marked “L.C. SMITH” “Field GRADE” on top of right bbl. and Hunter Arms info on left. Bbl. flats are stamped with serial number, grade & Hunter proofs. Splinter is not reinforced. Casehardened field grade single sighting plane action is marked “L.C. SMITH” on each lockplate. Action features nonautomatic safety and Miller non selective single trigger. Capped pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 13 1/2” over old “white line” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Braced, late style beavertail ejector forend has usual “J” spring and knurled button release in oval escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .728”, L: .727”. Restrictions: R: .007” (IC), L: .013” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .036”, L: .036”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2+”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 10 oz. CONDITION: good “as found” bbls. retaining most of their original blue with considerable silver wear at breech end. Action and lockplates retain most of their casehardening color considerably silvered around bottom and on fences. Traces of blue remain on trigger guard. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their original varnish. Considerably crazed, and with wear at grip. Checkering moderately worn and dirty. Bores are bright. Action is tight. Trigger only fires left bbl. Left ejector does work. (22-960/MGM). CURIO. $1,200-1,600.
2334. LC SMITH FEATHERWEIGHT FIELD GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# FW71051. Bbls. 28” of Armour Steel. Fixed mod. & full chokes. Brass front bead. Case colored sidelock action w/ dbl. triggers & extractors. 3 Position safety. Splinter forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip walnut stock w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 7/16”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 13.6 oz. Mfg. 1924. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 95% lightly faded blue. Action retains 90% case color showing slight wear in carry areas. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks w/ scattered chips behind locks. Tight action. Very good bright bores. (21-4591/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2335. L. C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# FW96508. The 28” bbls. are fitted w/ concave matted rib w/ 2 white beads. Tops of bbls. are marked in usual L. C. Smith fashion w/ grade & Hunter address. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S#, “I”, & hunter proofs. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped “LONDON STEEL”. Case hardened L. C. Smith sidelock action is stamped w/ grade & S# markings on watertable & features nonautomatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action & locks are engraved in normal “Ideal” grade fashion w/ lg. acanthus leaves within wiggle borders. “L. C. SMITH” is stamped on each lockplate. S# is on blued trigger guard tang. What appears to be replacement buttstock is of nicely veined European walnut & measures 14 3/8” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at pistol grip w/ cap. Matching late style beavertail forend has usual J-spring & knurled button release in ovate escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .726”, L .726”. Restriction: R .006” (IC), L .037” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .034”, L .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: approx. 3/16” on. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: accompanying gun is a factory letter stating some specifications & that this gun was shipped on August 22, 1927. CONDITION: metal condition is very fine, stocks are good quality replacements (possibly factory). Bbls. retain over 95% original blue. Action & lockplates retain 85-90% original case hardening color. Plates thinning at rear & action on bottom where carried. Stocks retain nearly all of their varnish finish w/ a few light marks, checkering lightly worn. Forend is not reinforced & wood is away from iron by about 1/16” & 1 mounting screw is missing. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. (22-141/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2337. COMPLETELY REFURBISHED 20 GAUGE LONG BARRELLED L.C. SMITH SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR FIELD GRADE DOUBLE SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# FWE102279. The 30” bbls. with slightly raised matted rib have usual L.C. Smith & Hunter Arms markings on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with chamber length, grade, & serial number along with Hunter proofs. Casehardened action features a non automatic safely & single selective “Hunter One trigger” (marked on trigger plate). Otherwise, action & lockplates are completely unmarked. Maker’s name is not visible. Relatively new capped pistol grip buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 15” over brown basket weave rifle pad. Multi point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching short beavertail ejector forend has usual J spring & knurled button release in oval escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .614”, L: .614”. Restrictions: R: .029 (FULL) , L: .029” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .033”, L: .021”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. CAST: approx. 5/8” on. LOP: . WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 15 oz. CONDITION: Very Fine, has custom rebuilt & refinished, retaining later finishes on all wood and metal surfaces with only 1 or 2 subsequent handling & assembly marks. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors & trigger appear to work well. Forend has a large stress crack following grain structure from center left hand side of escutcheon up & around through bbl. channel to forend iron. (22-1017/MGM). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2338. L. C. SMITH 3E GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 9176. The 30” bbls. are fitted w/ matted concave rib holding 2 brass beads. Rear portion is marked w/ Hunter Arms address. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S# & grade. Bottoms of bbls. w/ nitro steel logos. Sidelock action w/ rotary bolt has patent markings & S# on water table & features non-automatic safety & is fitted w/ Miller selective single trigger w/ selector in safety button. Tang marked “RSL”. Action is engraved in usual “3” style w/ sprays of scroll within line & geometric borders highlighting oval vignettes of game on lockplates w/ a pair of quail(?) on left plate & snipe on right. “L. C. SMITH” is engraved at the bottom of each lockplate. S# is on trigger guard tang. Lightly figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13 5/8” over black “Whiteline” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & white wood (holly?) diamonds are inlet as drop points. Matching splinter ejector forend w/ patent info on iron has J-spring & knurled button release in the guitar shaped escutcheon. Forend has inlet ebony tip. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .730”, L .731”. Restriction: R .007” (IC), L .037” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .023”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/16”. DAC: 1 5/16”. LOP: 13 5/8”. CAST: approx. 1/4” on. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 10 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack over some marks & scratches. Action & lockplates cleaned to coin finish over some light pitting mostly on bottom. Stocks w/ nearly all of an old oil finish, checkering somewhat worn. Bores are mostly shiny w/ some very light frosting, evidence of minor dent removal in left bbl. Action is tight. Trigger is operable. Ejectors are strong & in time. (22-30/MGM). CURIO. $500-900.
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2336. L.C. SMITH 2E GRADE SHOTGUN WITH NEW BARRELS AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 5329. The 28” bbls. with raised flat matted rib are unmarked on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with serial number and Hunter proofs. Casehardened standard weight action features automatic safety, early type bushed strikers, and double triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved in usual grade “2” style with small sprays of scroll surrounding circular bird scenes; with quail on left and woodcock on right. “L.C.SMITH” is engraved on front of each lockplate. Well figured and lightly marbled European walnut, round knob, long pistol grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering wraps over top of grip. Homemade beavertail ejector forend wood retains usual L.C. Smith release and knurled button secondary lock. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .728”, L: .727”. Restrictions: R: 020” (MOD), L: .034” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .029”, L: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 5/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 5/8” WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 15 oz. CONDITION: fair to good. Newer bbls. retain nearly all of their original blue. Action and lockplates retain perhaps as much as 30% casehardening color. Buttstock retains most of its oil refinish over some fairly deep marks and light scratches. Replacement forend wood retains most of its varnish finish; is not well made, and does not latch to bbls. correctly. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good EXCEPT rear trigger is EXTREMELY LIGHT. NEEDS ATTENTION! (22-971/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2339. SCARCE HIGH CONDITION PARKER 410 VHE SHOTGUN W/ FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 410 Ga. 3”. S# 241083. 000 Frame. The 26” bbls. are unmarked on concave matted rib w/ twin white beads. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S#, Parker overload proofs, Remington date code “DF” (September 1937), & weight. Grade & ga. are on left side of lump. Sm. case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (“SAFE” engraved) & dbl. triggers. Watertable w/ lightening cuts is stamped w/ all correct Meriden markings. Action is wiggle border engraved. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard has S# on tang. Nicely fiddle figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip bustock measures 14” over Parker dog’s head buttplate without spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “V” point pattern. A silver shield engraved “T.P.” is on toeline. Matching splintered ejector forend has steel tip, & typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped w/ S#. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter at muzzles: R .400 (MOD?) L .395 (FULL?). Min Wall Thickness: R .037” L .038”. STOCK: DAH: 2 11/16”. DAC: 1 11/16”. LOP: 14”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 12 oz. This gun matches specifications as listed in the “PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION” ledger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter with original specifications indicating the gun was shipped september 1937. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retaining approx. 95% original blue w/ some light flecking. Action retains 85-90% of what appears to be original case hardening color, silvered on thumbpiece & around bottom from normal hand wear. Forend latch & tip have a lg. amount of color. Trigger guard retains approx. 90% original blue, silvering & flecking on tang. Buttstock retains nearly all of its original varnish w/ some added oil as maintenance; considerable amount of marks, dings & scratches, some of which are fairly deep. Checkering shows light wear at grip. Checkering on forend fairly bright, possibly cleaned up. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong & in time. (22-11/MGM). CURIO. $12,000-16,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 210
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2340. SCARCE & DESIRABLE PARKER REPRODUCTION 28 / 410 GAUGE 2 BARREL SET WITH CASE. Cal. 28 Ga./410. S# 28-00216. The Parker reproduction by Winchester was introduced in 1984. The lowest grade produced was “D” & over 3,500 were made in 28 ga. This gun has a very unusual additional set of 410 bbls. also w/ Winchester markings & correct S#. “The Parker Story” relates that only 11 were produced. Both bbl. sets measure 26”. The 28 Ga. set has Winchester nomenclature on left side of bbl. and unmarked matted rib. The 410 set has Winchester markings in unmatted portion of rib. 28 Ga. bbls. stamped w/ grade & cal. information on left side of lump w/ bottom stamped “I” & “F”. Bbl. flats on both sets stamped with Parker overload proofs & chokes, (IC & MOD) along w/ serial numbers. 28 Ga. have a “28” as a prefix to this number, 410 bbls. have a “410” prefix. These bbls. also stamped for 000 frame size on bottom of rear lump. Case hardened Parker type boxlock action features automatic safety, lightening cuts in water table and Parker single selective trigger. Action engraved in typical late “D” grade style w/ 80% coverage of scroll surrounding dogs on sides (pointing setter on left & pointer on right). “Parker” is engraved on bottom of action. Trigger plate has matching scroll surrounding group of three pheasant. Blued trigger guard engraved w/ scroll on bow & S# on tang. Attractively marbled & nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock has typical “D” styling w/ lozenge shaped drop points, point pattern checkering at grip & lg. vacant silver oval on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend services both bbl. sets & has usual Parker style release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 9 oz. (28 Ga.). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun & both sets of bbls. housed in brown leatherette case w/ stitched leather corners accompanied by tan leather trimmed brown canvas outer cover w/ zippered closure. Case interior lined in green felt & has space for action & both bbl. sets. Case has gold embossed Parker Reproduction oval label in lid. Bottom compartment contains gold plated oil bottle, pair of Parker marked 28 ga. snap caps & 2 keys. CONDITION: very fine, close to “as new”. Bbls. retaining essentially all of their rust black. Action retains over 90% of its original notoriously fragile case hardening color. Stocks retain nearly all their original shiny varnish finish w/ a few very minor marks. Except for being dirty, bbls. show very little evidence of ever being fired. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger appears to work well. Case is very fine w/ adhesions on outside of lid. Label is good w/ some marks & lifting of corners. Interior cloth is very fine, lightly soiled & dusty. Parker reproductions have been leaping ahead in price over the years. While a good quantity of 28 ga. guns were made, “The Parker Story” indicates that only 11 DH guns were made w/ 410 bbls. This gun presents an almost unique investment potential. (21-3972/MGM). MODERN. $8,000-12,000. 211 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2341. FINE 16 GA. PARKER GH SHOTGUN. S# 239593. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 5/8”. The 28” bbls. on “1” frame are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. PARKER SPEC. STEEL.” on concave matted rib. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ steel type, Parker overload proofs, & weight. S# is on left side of lump. Frame & ga. markings are on bottom of rear lump. Typical case hardened Parker hammerless action features automatic safety (“SAFE” engraved) & dbl. triggers. Water table is stamped w/ all correct markings. Action is engraved w/ 50% coverage sprays of scroll within geometric & scroll borders surrounding game birds in oval vignettes on sides; ducks on left, quail on right. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Trigger plate has circular scene of a pair of pheasant, one standing, one flying. Blued trigger guard has scroll on bow, S# is on tang. Nicely stump figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14” over Parker dog’s head buttplate without spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “G” point pattern. A vacant silver shield is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has steel tip & typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped w/ S#. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .664” L .664”. Restriction: R .029 (FULL), L .028 (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .026, L .025”. STOCK: DAH: 3 1/16”. DAC: 2 1/16”. LOP: 14”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 12 oz. This gun matches specifications as listed in the “PARKER GUN INDENTIFICIATION & SERIALIZATION” ledger. CONDITION: very fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining approx. 90% of their original blue, thinned from normal hand wear above forend, silvered along sharp edges. Action retains essentially all of a factory type recolor hardening with some subsequent rust spots & flecking on top tang & trigger plate. Trigger guard retains nearly all of a correct reblue over some scattered pits on bow, subsequently silvered a bit on tang. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their original finish cleaned up & w/ added oil over a few light knicks & areas of darkening w/ some subsequent marks. Checkering lightly worn & right grip panel has some dents & missing diamonds. Bores are excellent. Mechanically fine. (22-10/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-7,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2342. PARKER BH WITH SUPERB DAMASCUS BARRELS AND ORIGINAL MONTE CARLO STOCK. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 113755. Bbl. 30” w/ very attractive, closely patterned damascus is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDIAN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL” on flat matted slightly raised pigeon rib. The Parker Story indicates that 228 BH guns were made w/ damascus steel bbls. Bbl. flats & lumps are stamped w/ all correct markings including Frame Size “2”, Grade “C” & “DD” for bbl. quality. Case hardened frame w/ all correct markings on water table features automatic safety & nickel plated dbl. triggers. Action is filed & engraved in typical “B” fashion w/ single beads around fences & dbl. dogs (pointers on left, setters on right) on sides surrounded by scroll. This gun is unusual in that the borders are of knot work design. Grade B guns normally have unique scenes on trigger plates; this gun depicts a fox on hill side, flushing a trio of turkeys. Broadly marbled European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over “London Guns” solid red pad & features unusual Monte Carlo comb of a style & shaping noted on other known Parker examples. Checkered side panels end in nicely carved fleur-de-lis. Fancy pattern grip checkering has semi-fleur-de-lis intrusions toward comb. Hard rubber grip cap has lg. inset gold oval plate on bottom. Matching splinter forend has filed steel tip & usual Deeley type release. Both forend iron & bbl. loop of this set are stamped “1”. The Parker Gun Identification Ledger relates that this gun came w/ an extra set of bbls., (not included w/ this lot). MEASUREMENTS: BORE DIA.: Left .733. Right .733. BORE RESTRICTIONS: Left .027 Mod. Right .024 Mod. WALL THICKNESS: Left .029. Right .029. DAH 3 5/16”. Drop at Monte Carlo 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. CONDITION: good as refinished, bbls. retaining nearly all of a very fine rebrown w/ excellent definition to intricate pattern. Action is mostly cleaned to bright silver w/ traces of case hardening color where protected. Stocks retain most of a well-done oil refinish. Checkering recut. Newer pad is not well fitted. Bores are fine w/ one or 2 scattered pits. Action is slightly loose. (21-2989/MGM). CURIO. $4,500-7,000.
2343. PARKER DHE REPRODUCTION BY WINCHESTER IN 20 GAUGE WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 20-01456. The most popular gauge of the reproduction series; over 5,800 guns were made in this gauge and grade. This gun has 26” bbls. choked improved cylinder and modified and are on an “O” frame. Side of left bbl. is marked with Winchester, gauge and grade. Bbl. flats w/ choke markings are also stamped w/ Parker info and “Parker” reproduction “overload” proofs. Typical action with bright casehardening colors features automatic safety and single selective trigger. Action is engraved in late “D” style with 70% coverage of scroll surrounding single dogs on sides (setter on left, pointer on right). Three pheasants are on trigger plate. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Parker capped pistol grip buttstock of well marbled European walnut measures 14 1/2” over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock features usual drop points, grip checkering and silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has usual Parker release. Stock dimensions: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with its original tan leather VC case lined in green felt; with “Parker Reproduction” label in lid. Case contains a pair of “Parker” marked snap caps and 2 keys. CONDITION: exceptionally fine with evidence of very little firing with only a few handling and assembly marks in all finishes. Very fragile casehardening color is quite strong with only a faint hint of silvering on sharp edges. Case exterior has some marks and rubs. Handle is good. Interior cloth has compressions but is generally fine. (22-995/MGM). MODERN. $3,500-5,000. 213
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2344. FINE LIGHTWEIGHT 16 GA. PARKER DHE SHOTGUN ON #1 FRAME. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 9/16”. S# 144908. The 28” bbls. are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN, CONN. TITANIC STEEL” on concave matted rib. All correct markings on bbl. flats & lumps including frame size “1”. All correct markings are also on watertable. Parker boxlock type action features automatic safety & nickelplated dbl. triggers. Action is engraved in usual Parker “D” style w/ varying size scroll surrounding single dogs on sides, pointer on left, setter on right. “Parker Bros.” is on banner behind each dog scene. Trigger plate is engraved w/ crenellated round vignette of four flying ducks. S# is on trigger guard tang. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of well marbled & lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/8” over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock features usual lozenge-shaped drop points, point pattern checkering & vacant silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend w/ patent date on iron has usual steel tip & Deeley type Parker release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .663”, L .662”. Restriction: R .026” (FULL), L .026” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .029”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8”. DAC: 1 11/16”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is accompanied by factory letter. CONDITION: very good essentially “as found”. Bbls. retaining approx. 85-90% original blue w/ scattered freckling, most of which should clean. Action appears to have been cleaned to silver gray w/ traces of very light color remaining where protected. Stocks retain most of their original finish w/ a large number of marks & dings. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are very fine, bright & shiny throughout w/ one or 2 very minor pings. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong & in time. This good handling gun that measures well should make a great shooter. (22-26/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.
2345. HIGH CONDITION EARLY 20 GAUGE PARKER TROJAN GRADE SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 204817. The 28” bbls. are marked w/ Parker Bros. Meriden address & “TROJAN STEEL” on matted rib w/ extension. All correct markings are on watertable & rear lump is stamped “20” & “0” (frame size). Sm. size Trojan grade action has all correct markings on watertable & features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. “Parker Bros.” is on each side. Pistol grip stock of rather plain American walnut measures 14” over ribbed composition buttplate. Widely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has friction release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .617”, left: .617”. Restriction: right: .017” (MOD), left: .022” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .032”, left: .027”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8”. DAC: 1 3/4”. LOP: 14”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: very fine original, essentially as found. Bbls. retaining better than 95% original blue w/ a hint of sharp edge wear. Action retains approx. 75% case hardening color most lost due to handwear around bottom & w/ some flecking & splotching w/ cleaned areas on top of action & top lever. Stocks retain over 90% of their original varnish finish w/ a considerable number of minor marks & scratches & some fairly heavy dings on left side of forend. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no noted repairs. Mechanically fine. (21-3965/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2347. HIGH CONDITION “AS FOUND” VH PARKER SHOTGUN ON 1 1/2 FRAME. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 211473. The 28” bbls. are marked with Parker CT address and “VULCAN STEEL” on concave matted rib. All correct markings are on watertable and lump which is stamped with frame size “1 1/2”. Casehardened action features automatic safety and double triggers and is engraved in usual “V” style with “Parker Bros.” on each side within zig zag borders. Blued trigger guard has serial number on tang. Parker capped pistol grip lightly figured American walnut buttstock measures 14” over Parker dog’s head buttplate with spur. Matching splinter forend does not have patent date on iron. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .734”, L: .734”. Restrictions: R: .030” (FULL), L: .040” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .029”, L: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 5/8+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 3 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Gun is “as found” and is quite dirty. Bbls. retaining over 95% original blue with some sharp edge wear and some scattered light marks. Action retains approx. 80% casehardening color. Very strong on right side with some flaking and discoloration on left. Bottom of action also shows some uncleaned oxidation and considerable flaking of finish especially on trigger plate. Screws appear to be unturned. Trigger guard retains over 90% of its original blue. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish with some light scratches and also need judicious cleaning. Buttplate screws and forend tip retain nearly all of their case color. Forend latch is flaked and retains just some of its color. Bores are bright and shiny with no noted problems. Mechanically fine. (22-1238/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-2,500. 215
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2346. RESTORED PARKER CHE WITH SINGLE TRIGGER AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND. Cal. 12 Ga. 3”. S# 198241. This gun matches most of the specifications as outlined in the identification & serialization ledger with automatic ejectors & single trigger noted. Beavertail forend is not noted. However, the unusually shaped forend on this gun is possibly factory custom ordered, as the bbls. have a reinforced splinter & forend iron has correct type reinforcing screw. The latch is also very flat matching the contour of this forend. The bbls. are listed at 32”, but bbls. presently measure 31”. Concave matted rib is marked with Parker, Meriden CT, address and “ACME STEEL”. Bbl. flats and lumps have all correct markings. Rear of lump is stamped with frame size “2”. Typical Parker hammerless action features automatic safety and Parker single selective trigger which is nickel plated. Action is engraved in usual “C” style, with varying size scroll within geometric borders surrounding scenes of dogs on sides (pointer on left, setter on right). Trigger plate is engraved with a scene of a pheasant flying over an open field. “PARKER BROS.” is on each side of action. Matching trigger guard has serial number on tang. Parker capped pistol grip buttstock, of slightly crotch figured American walnut, measures 14” over black white line Larry DelGrego pad. Stock features usual checkered side panels, drop points, and fancy pattern checkering at grip. Silver oval on toe line is engraved with scroll and borders around the initials “S.P.”. Matching long flat beavertail ejector forend has usual Parker release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .727”, L: .727”. Restrictions: R: .010” (IC), L: .016” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .045”, L: .046”. STOCK: DAH: 1 3/4+”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: fine as completely restored most likely by Larry DelGrego; retaining nearly all of his custom applied finishes on wood and metal with some subsequent staining, mostly on bbls. There are few minor marks on finishes. Buttstock has reinforcing screw through side panels. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger appears to work well. A fairly scarce gun with only about 400 made in all bbl. lengths. (22-965/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,500.
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2348. NICELY REFURBISHED PARKER PHE 20 GA. SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 224042. The 28” bbls. are marked w/ Parker Bros. Meridan address & “PARKER STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ Parker overload proofs, steel type & Remington date code. Rear lump is marked “20” & w/ frame size “0”. Typical Parker action w/ all correct marks on water table features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved in usual “P” style w/ sprays of scroll around screwholes within geometric borders. “Parker Bros.” is on each side. Blued trigger guard has S# on tang. Attractive, high quality, newly made buttstock of very finely marbled & lightly figured European walnut measures 15 1/4” over Parker dog’s head buttplate w/ spur. Point pattern checkering is on grip which is fitted w/ Parker marked cap. A vacant German Silver shield is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend w/ new wood has patent date on iron. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .618”, L .620”. Restriction: R .005” (IC), L .012” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .025”, L .022”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 15 1/4”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 4 oz. CONDITION: very fine as mostly reconditioned. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack. Action has traces of original case hardening color where protected & is mostly silver gray. Newly made very high quality stocks retain nearly all of their hand rubbed oil finish w/ a few minor nicks & dings. Bores are bright & shiny w/ some very light pitting evident toward breech end of right bbl. & evidence of dent removal about 14” behind muzzle & left. Action very tight (new bite fitted). Left ejector will not fire.(22-1845/MGM). CURIO. $2,250-3,000.
2349. HIGH CONDITION PARKER BROS. #2 GRADE 10 GAUGE HAMMER GUN. Cal. 10 Ga. S# 41491. The 30” Damascus bbls. are marked w/ Parker Bros. name & address & “DAMASCUS STEEL” on concave matted rib w/ doll’s head extension. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ patent dates & other correct markings. Bottom of rear lump is stamped 3 (frame size). Case hardened top lever action has radiused breakoff, reinforcing beads, & check hook. Front spring locks have rebounding hammers. Action & locks are engraved in usual grade 2 style w/ sprays of scroll within line & geomtric borders as counterpoint to simple game scenes w/ pair of feeding grouse (?) on left lockplate, flying ducks on right, & a running pheasant on bottom of action. “PARKER BROS.” is on each lockplate. Case hardened trigger guard w/ scroll on bow has serial number on tang. Capped pistol grip buttstock of well figured American walnut measures 14 3/8” over Parker dog’s head buttplate w/ spur. 3 Point pattern borderless checkering is at grip & a vacant German silver shield is at top of grip. Matching splinter forend w/steel tip has usual Parker release w/ patent date on latch. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .793”, L .793”. Restriction: R .026” (MOD), L .026” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .049”, L .049”. STOCK: DAH: 3 1/8”. DAC: 1 15/16”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 13 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality black & white refinish w/ good definition to pattern. Action retains approx. 30% original case hardening color. Locks & hammers retain over 80% original color. Stocks retain most of their original varnish w/ considerable thinning on buttstock from possible cleaning. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are shiny w/ scattered light pitting & some frosting. Action is tight. Locks are fine. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (01-20616/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.
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2351. REFURBISHED PARKER E GRADE W/ #3 FRAME & VULCAN STEEL BARRELS. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 125854. The 32” bbls. are marked w/ Parker Bros. info & “VULCAN STEEL” on concave matted rib (E & G grade Parker guns were normally furnished w/ Damascus or Parker steel bbls.). This gun is stamped “2X” on loop & these bbls. are most likely a later replacement set. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ weight & patent dates. Left side of lump is stamped w/ S#, bottom w/ frame size “3”. Case hardened hammerless action has patent dates, grade number, S# & “E” stamped on watertable. Action features automatic safety & blued dbl. triggers; and is engraved in usual grade 2 style w/ sprays of scroll surrounding oval scenes of game birds on sides under “Parker Bros.”. Trigger plate has circular vignette of 2 grouse(?). S# is on blued trigger guard. Parker capped pistol grip replacement buttstock of somewhat crotch figured American walnut measures 14 1/2” over Parker dog’s head buttplate without spur. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching, most likely original, splinter forend has steel tip & patent dates stamped on Deeley type release. The Parker Gun Ledger lists this gun has having been made w/ 30” Damascus bbls. and does note that an additional set were supplied. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .729”, L .729”. Restriction: R .032” (FULL), L .038” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .029”, L .031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 3/16”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/4” on. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 10 oz. CONDITION: very good as refurbished. (Consignor states by Larry DelGrego). Bbls. & action retaining most of restored factory style finishes w/ some light silvering & a few scattered marks. Stocks retain nearly all of their original style finish. Bores show polishing over considerable scattered light pitting, most prevalent in right bbl. Action is tight. (22-140/MGM). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.
2352. ATTRACTIVE RENOVATED & UPGRADED PARKER VH. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 145421. The 32” bbls. have usual Parker markings & “VULCAN STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ usual Parker markings. Bottom rear lump w/ frame size “2”. Typical boxlock Parker action features nonautomatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ wiggle borders & “Parker Bros.” on sides. Newly made straight grip buttstock of attractive crotch figured American walnut measures 13 1/2” over black “Decelerator” sporting clays pad. Side panels are checkered & closely spaced borderless checkering of semi fancy pattern is at grip. Matching beavertail forend w/out reinforcing screw has usual Parker release marked w/ patent date. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .730”, left: .731”. Restriction: right: .008” (IC), left: .016” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .031”, left: .029”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 3/16”. LOP: 13 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: fine as restored. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality rust reblue. Action cleaned, trigger plate dished from polishing & new color applied w/ heat. Engraving somewhat softened. New stocks retain essentially all of their original finish w/ some light marks & dings. Bright shiny bores w/ some frosting toward breech ends & evidence of some dent removal, mostly in right bbl. about 8” behind muzzle. There is a sm. unremoved dent in left bbl. about 3” in front of forend. Action is tight. (21-3994/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
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2350. PARKER DH SHOTGUN ON 1 1/2 FRAME. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 108748. The 28” bbls. with concave matted rib marked with Parker, name, address, & “TITANIC STEEL” rib are fitted with two large silver beads. Rear bead is installed just in front of address line. Bbl. flats have all correct markings. Rear of lump is stamped with frame size “1 1/2”. Typical Parker boxlock type action with correct markings on watertable features automatic safety and dbl. triggers. Action is engraved in usual D style with varying sized scroll surrounding oval scenes of single dogs on sides (pointer on left, setter on right). “PARKER BROS.” is in banner on each side. Trigger plate is engraved with group of four birds feeding. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Parker capped pistol grip buttstock of well figured and marbled European walnut measures 13 7/8” over brown “white line” pad. Stock has usual drop points, multi point pattern checkering and large silver oval. Matching splinter forend with shaped steel tip, has patent date engraved on Parker latch. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .729”, L: .730”. Restrictions: R: .037” (FULL), L: .041” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .029”, L: .027”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 7/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all shiny reblack. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Stocks retain most of an oil refinish with some later scratches. Checkering shows light wear. Forend checkering has considerable wear. Bores are shiny over light frosting and a few scattered pits. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (22-964/MGM). MODERN. CURIO. $1,200-2,000.
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2353. 12 GAUGE VH PARKER SHOTGUN ON “1” FRAME RESTORED BY LARRY DELGREGO. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 204437. These large bore small frame guns are relatively scarce and sought after. This gun has 26” bbls. with concave matted rib marked with Parker name and CT. address along with “VULCAN STEEL”. Bbl. flats are stamped with all correct markings. Rear lump is stamped “12” and frame size “1”. Casehardened Parker hammerless action with all correct patent markings, etc. on watertable, features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved with wiggle borders and “PARKER BROS.” on each side. Serial number is on blued trigger guard tang. Parker capped pistol grip buttstock of lightly figured American walnut measures 14 1/4” over black DelGrego pad. Matching splinter forend has typical release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .728”, L: .730”. Restrictions: R: .008” (IC), L: .027” (I MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .038”, L: .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 9/16”. DAC: 1 9/16+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 15 oz. CONDITION: fine as restored, retaining nearly all factory type finish as provided by DelGrego, with some scattered subsequent oxidation on metal and considerable crazing of stock finish. Bores are shiny with only some minor scattered pits mostly in right bbl. Mechanically good. (22-961/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2354. VERY NICE ALL ORIGINAL PARKER BROS. 12 GAUGE TROJAN. S# 170,026. Bbls. 30” Trojan steel w/ matted concave rib & sm. steel front bead, bbls. have scarce early dolls head extension & water table w/ unstruck bbl. weight of 4 lbs., 4 oz. Built on a no. 2 frame w/ checkered splinter forend. Case hardened unengraved action w/ “Parker Bros” on sides & S# at trigger guard tang. Plain walnut uncapped pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist & terminates w/ its original lined hard rubber buttplate. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, extractors & auto safety. Measurements: Right. .730”. Left: .730”. Wall thickness: Right: .035”. Left: .035”. CONDITION: excellent as lightly field used & appears all original. Bbls. retain more than 95% original blue. Bores are bright & shiny. Stocks w/ some minor impressions & hunting bumps retain more than 90% of their original finish & are mostly sound w/ 2 very tiny beginning drying grain separations emanating behind the top tang. Receiver retains about half of its nice Meriden original case color w/ bottom of frame showing some spotting & flecking of the color. Trigger guard retains about 30% of its original blue, balance having toned. Top lever is right of center. Gun is on face. Screws are mostly very good w/ only minor marring on trigger plate screws. In summary, just a very nice clean, usable Parker w/ a scarce early dolls head extension. (22-1247/JSL). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2355. PARKER VHE 12 GAUGE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” chambers. Made w/ 32” Vulcan steel bbls. on a 1 1/2 frame w/ unstruck bbl. weight of 4 lbs., 4 oz. Bbls. w/ choke tubes. Splinter forearm is a replacement from a DH Grade gun, original iron w/ replacement Deeley latch which is blued & forend tip from a DH Grade. Case hardened action is zigzag border engraved w/ “Parker Bros.” on sides. Trigger guard w/ border engraving & SN at tang. Gun made w/ dbl. triggers, auto ejectors, non auto safety. American Walnut buttstock from a DH Grade Parker w/ teardrop behind action, sm. nickel oval near toe & terminates w/ a lightly engraved skeleton buttplate. Measurements: right: .738”. Left: .735”. Minimum wall thickness: right: .038”, left: .039”. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 1/2”. LOP: 14”. Weight: 8 lbs., 7 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retain most of an older restored blue & are toning w/ a few light areas of oxidation. Choke tubes installed. Receiver has toned to mostly gray w/ a hint or 2 of original case color remaining. Parker DH Grade replacement stocks are very good & fit fairly close w/ the exception of the top of action on left side & top tang on left. Stocks retain most of an older restored finish w/ scattered very light handling marks & a repair on top right at frame & top tang. Mechanics are very good. Bores are bright & shiny. (22-1194/JSL). CURIO. $900-1,400. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2357. PARKER TROJAN SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 216933. Bbl. 28” of Trojan steel. Fixed, Mod & Full chokes. Ivory front & mid beads. No. 2 frame case colored action w/ dbl. triggers & extractors. Splinter forearm & uncapped pistol grip stock of checkered walnut. LOP: 13 7/8” over original buttplate. S# indicates 1926 mfg. CONDITION: bbls. retain 70% faded blue showing spots of light pitting. Action retains traces of trace color in protected areas w/ balance fading to gray. Original wood finish & checkering show moderate wear w/ numerous scratches & handling marks. Very good, bright bores. (21-4465/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2358. PARKER VH 12 BORE ON 1 1/2 FRAME COMPLETELY RESTORED MOST LIKELY BY LARRY DELGREGO. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 142903. The 28” bbls. have matted concave rib fitted with 2 white beads. Parker name and Meriden, Conn. address along with “VULCAN STEEL” are on unmatted portion of rib. Typical casehardened Parker hammerless action with automatic safety and double triggers has usual “V” decoration. Bbl. flats are stamped with all correct markings along with chokes (“IC” and “MOD”). Frame size “1 1/2” is on rear lump. Parker capped pistol grip buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 14 1/4” over checkered wood butt. Typical checkering is at grip and a German silver shield is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has usual Parker release with patent date. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .735”, L: .749”. Restrictions: R:.008” (IC), L: .020” (MOD) . Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .030”, L: .020”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: none. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 1 oz. CONDITION: restored to nearly as new by Larry DelGrego retaining essentially all of his restoration finishes on all wood and metal surfaces, and only have a few minor blemishes. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-957/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2359. ANTIQUE PARKER EH SHOTGUN. Cal. 10 Ga. 2 7/8”. S# 71457. The 30” two striped Damascus bbls. have correct markings on concave matted rib. Bbl. flats have correct markings, and bottom lump is marked w/ frame size “3”. Parker boxlock type action with fishtail lever features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved in usual Grade 2 style with sprays of scroll within geometric borders framing oval bird scenes on sides, a pair of ducks on left, quail on right. A pair of pheasants are on trigger plate. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Nicely stump figured capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14” over Parker dog’s head buttplate with spur. Stock features point pattern checkering and German silver shield. Matching splinter forend has patent date on latch. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .800”, L: .800”. Restrictions: R: .015” (MOD), L: .030” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .034”, L: .032”. STOCK: DAH: 3 3/16”. DAC: 2”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: good to very good. Bbls. retaining about half of their original Damascus finish. Action with considerable cleaning has some case color where protected. Stocks show considerable wear and many marks with original finish removed and some oil rubbed in. Bores are shiny. No noticeable problems. Mechanically good. (01-20834/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,250-2,000. 219
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2356. NICELY RESTORED 16 GAUGE PARKER VH ON #1 FRAME WITH CASE. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 106144. This desirable configuration Parker’s S# is not listed in the identification ledger. This gun has 28” Vulcan steel bbls. w/ low matted rib. All correct markings are on bbl. flats & lumps. Rear lumps stamped “1” (frame size). Case hardened boxlock type action features non automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Engraving is of usual “V” style w/ wiggle borders & “Parker Bros” on each side. S# is on blued trigger guard tang. Relatively plain American walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over Parker dogshead buttplate w/ spur. Grip cap is plain. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant German silver shield is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has usual Parker release marked w/ patent date. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .666”, left: .666”. Restriction: right: .029” (FULL), left: .029” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .026”, left: .024”. STOCK: DAH: 3 1/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: tan canvas leather trimmed case lined in tan cloth & has Golden Quail by Winchester limited edition 1 of 500 label in lid. Case contains a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: fine as restored, retaining nearly all good quality professional finishes on both wood & metal surfaces. There are a few minor marks on butt. Checkering recut, borders not finished. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no evidence of repairs. Action is tight. Mechanically good. Case is fine w/ some minor marks on exterior & some soiling from contact w/ gun & bbls. on inside. (21-3974/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-2,750.
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2360. PARKER GHE SHOTGUN WITH BEAVERTAIL FOREND. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 191387. The 30” bbls. are marked with Parker’s CT address and “PARKER SPEC. STEEL” on concave matted rib set with two white beads. Correct markings are on bbl. flats. Rear lump is not stamped for frame size but is stamped “12”. Coin finished Parker action features nonautomatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved in usual “G” style with sprays of scroll, geometric borders and birds in oval scenes on sides. Pheasant on left and grouse on right. Both under “PARKER BROS.” Blued trigger plate is engraved with a circular scene of a pair of ducks rising from a marsh. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Somewhat stump figured, Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over black “white line” pad over 3/4” hard rubber extension. Point pattern checkering is at grip and German silver shield is on toe line. Newer long beavertail ejector forend has reinforcing bolt into iron but iron does not have correct swell at tip. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .735”, L: .735”. Restrictions: R: .042” (EXTRA FULL), L: .042” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .029”, L: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 5/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 5 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. are of a shiny reblack; action cleaned to silver gray. Top lever trigger plate and trigger guard reblued. Stocks with old finish with marks, checkering on grip is slightly worn. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are out of time. (22-1196/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,500.
2361. 12 GAUGE PARKER VH ON NO. 1 FRAME. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 9/16”. S# 185980. The 28” bbls. are marked w/ Parker address & “VULCAN STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl. flats have all correct stamps. Bottom of rear lump stamped “12” & frame size “1”. Case hardened Parker hammerless boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. All correct markings are on water table. Action is wiggle border engraved & has “Parker Bros.” on each side. S# is on blued trigger guard tang. Parker capped pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 14 1/16” over Parker dogshead buttplate w/ spur. Usual “V” grade checkering is at grip & vacant German silver shield is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has patent date on latch. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore dia: left - .734, right - .733. Restriction - left - .038 (full), right - .016 (mod). Wall thickness: left - .030, right - .033”. STOCK: DAC: 1 9/16”. DAH: 2 9/16”. LOP: 14 1/16”. Weight: 7 lbs., 1 oz. CONDITION: good. Bbls. retaining approx. 85% of an old reblack, possibly factory. Action retaining perhaps as much as 15% original case hardening color is mostly silver turning to brown. Screws show some use. Stocks retain most of their original varnish finish w/ losses on high edges. Checkering moderately worn & dirty. Bores are shiny w/ a hint of frosting mostly in right bbl. w/ 1 or 2 minor pings. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (21-4454/MGM). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2362. PARKER “N” GRADE HAMMERLESS SHOTGUN. Cal. 10 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 69040. The “N” grade was offered only in the 1880s-90s & engraved in a style which resembles the later “P”. This example has 27 1/4” bbls. marked w/ Parker Connecticut address & “TWIST”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ all correct markings. Bottom of rear lump stamped “2” (frame size). Typical Parker hammerless action features fishtail top lever, automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved in “N” style w/ starbursts around screwheads & sprays of scroll all w/in geometrical borders. S# is on trigger guard tang. Capped pistol grip American walnut stock shows some light figure & measures 14 1/8” over Parker dog’s head buttplate w/ spur. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant German silver shield is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has patent date on usual Parker release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .754, left: .752”. Restriction: right: 0 (CYL), left: 0 (CYL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .040”, left: .050”. STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 3/4+”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: good. Bbls. retaining most of their original twist pattern. Action w/ scant traces of original color hardening is nearly all gray brown. Stocks retain a considerable amount of what appears to be their original finish w/ many marks, knocks & dings. Checkering considerably worn. Bores are very good & shiny w/ frosting mostly in right bbl. Action is tight. (01-20284/MGM). ANTIQUE. $600-1,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2364. PARKER VH SHOTGUN WITH 32” BARRELS. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 153374. Bbls. have usual Parker Meriden markings & “Vulcan Steel” on matted top rib. All correct markings are on bbl. flats & lumps. #2 Frame has had safety removed w/ slot welded. Action has typical wiggle borders & “Parker Bros” on each side. S# is on trigger guard tang. Buttstock appears to be a replacement & measures 14 1/2” over black decelerator rifle pad. Parker marked grip cap & German silver shield reused. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Splinter forend w/ original wood has patent date on typical Parker release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .734”, left: .734”. Restriction: right: .027” (IMOD), left: .041” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .032”, left: .038”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: fair to good. Bbls. retaining over 90% of an old reblack. Action w/ considerable cleaning shows traces of case color where protected. Newer buttstock retains most of its original oil finish w/ some marks & scratches. Bores are shiny but show scattered pitting throughout. Action is tight. Although serial numbers match, bbls. do not fit well. (21-3962/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2365. PARKER VH SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 98678. The 30” bbls. have maker’s name and steel type on concave matted rib. All correct marks are on bbl. flats including frame size “2”. Typical action with nonautomatic safety and double triggers has zig zag borders and Parker name on sides. Plain American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over Parker dog’s head buttplate with spur. Matching splinter forend has patent date on latch. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .737”, L: .734”. Restrictions: R: .014” (MOD), L: .024” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .031”, L: .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 11/16”. DAC: 1 3/4”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: good. Bbl. and action are mostly gray brown patina. Stock shows considerable wear and a number of both light and heavy marks. Bores are shiny with some scattered pits. Action is slightly loose. Mechanically good. (22-1197/MGM). CURIO. $600-900.
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2363. PARKER VH DOUBLE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 110223. The 28” bbls. are marked with Parker Meriden, Conn. address and “VULCAN STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl. flats & lump have all correct markings including frame size “2”. Typical Parker hammerless action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved w/ wiggle borders & Parker name on each side. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Parker capped pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 14” over Parker dog’s head buttplate w/ spur. Usual checkering & German silver shield are present. Matching splinter forend has usual release with patent date. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS.: Bore Diameter: R: .729”, L: .728”. Restrictions: R: .019” (MOD) , L: .036” (FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: R: .032” , L: .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 3/4”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 6 oz. CONDITION: good, bbl. retaining perhaps as much as 15% original blue is mostly gray w/ worn silver highlights. Action is also mostly gray & has some original color where protected. Stocks retain a good amount of what appears their original finish w/ added oil & numerous marks. Toe once chipped has been reshaped & refinished. Checkering is considerably worn. Bores are shiny, generally very good with 3 or 4 light dents mostly in left bbl. about 6” behind muzzles. Action is tight. Top lever will not stay in right position and must be operated to close gun. Otherwise, mechanically good. (22-955/MGM). CURIO. $600-900.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2366. VERY RARE ITHACA NID GRADE 7E SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 448878. One of an estimated 22 made; factory records indicate that this gun was shipped 12/5/44. A letter from Walter Snyder indicates that he purchased this and a 20 bore 7E from a gentleman in Morgantown, NC who stated his “father had purchased the pair from Edgar Thompson, retired service manager of Ithaca Gun Co. Both of these guns were engraved with a gold dog holding a birds in its mouth inlaid on the trigger guard.” This high condition gun has 28” barrels with slightly raised matted rib holding red Bradley bead front sight. Tops of barrels are engraved “Ithaca Gun Co.” and “Ithaca, N.Y. U.S.A.”. Rear portions of barrels are engraved with 1 1/2” triangles of shaded olive leaves and olives. Engine turned barrel flats are stamped with S#, “5” and choke markings “4” & “4”(full & full). Case hardened NID action with rotary bolt is marked with S#, “PAT’D”, “7”(grade) and “12 GAUGE” on water table. Action does not have cocking indicators but features automatic safety (“S” inlaid in gold) and gold plated checkered double triggers. Action is engraved in classic 7E style with near full coverage shaded & scrolling, olive leaves and olives surrounding gold inlaid scenes of game birds on sides. A pair of ducks erupt from a marsh on left and a cock and hen pheasant are standing in grass on right. Bottom of action is semi relief two color gold inlaid with a heraldic American eagle holding three arrows. Eagles head and arrows are in white gold. Matching olive engraving is on trigger plate and blued trigger guard bow has aforementioned gold inlay of a setter retrieving a grouse. S# is on trigger guard tang. Capped pistol grip buttstock of fine crotch figured American walnut, measures 14” over Ithaca sunrise pad. Fancy Grade 7 checkering is at grip and on side panels with ribbons through pattern. There are fleur de lis accents and flourishes into comb and behind top tang. A gold oval on toeline is engraved “J.A.G.” “1962”. Matching near fully checkered long beavertail ejector forend with fancy horn inlay at tip has reinforcing screw and Deeley type latch along with J spring release. Forend iron has line border engraving and is stamped with S# and “7”. BARREL MEASUREMENTS: Bore dia: left - .734”, right - .735”. Choke restrictions: left .042”(extra full), right - .041”(extra full). Minimum wall thickness: left - .028”, right - .024”. DAC: 1 9/16”. DAH: 2 11/16”. Neutral cast. LOP: 14”. Weight: 7 lbs., 14 oz. CONDITION: very fine, mostly original. Barrels retaining over 90% original blue thinning slightly overall and with some minor silvering on sharp edges and around muzzle. Action retains 60-70% original case hardening color, percentage difficult to ascertain due to extensive engraving, however top tang and bottom of action show considerable thinning and silvering. Top lever is somewhat silvered on thumb piece. Trigger guard appears reblued and retains over 95% of that blue. Buttstock retains nearly all of what appears to be its original varnish finish with some dark spots where worn through. Finish shows some crazing and a few minor marks. Checkering is lightly worn. Pad is relatively new. Forend wood a possible factory replacement, checkering shows little wear. Iron and latch are reblued. Bores are bright and shiny with no visible imperfections. Action with a bit of looseness at hinge, is tight with forend installed. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: Walt Snyder letter. (22-1918/MGM). CURIO. $10,000-15,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2367. ATTRACTIVE ANGELO BEE GOLD INLAID & ENGRAVED CUSTOM 28 GAUGE ITHACA NID SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 468718. It is estimated that fewer than 400 Ithaca NID’s were produced in 28 ga. The 26” bbls. are fitted w/ low matted concave rib & breech ends. There are 2 color gold inlays w/ flying birds (quail on left, dove on right) surrounded by 2 color gold inlaid lg. open scroll which extends 2 1/2” down bbls. Bbl. flats stamped w/ S#, Ithaca proof, “2 7/8 Chambers” along w/ choke markings no. “1” & “2”. Sm. size coin finished NID action w/out cocking indicators features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved w/ full coverage lg. attenuated shaded scroll w/in line & geometric borders. This attractive engraving is accented by areas of relief engraved rose blossoms & foliage on front of both sides of action & floral bouquet on bottom. The well cut scroll surrounds oval vignettes of game birds in high relief gold in appropriate settings w/ a pair of quail flushing on edge of meadow on left & 2 doves flying into opening on right. There are a pair of feeding song birds in front of trigger plate. A gold woodcock flits through mature alders on trigger guard bow. Engraver’s signature “A Bee” w/ bee logo is on trigger plate at right of trigger guard bow. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock made from a piece of quite attractive fiddle & crotch figured American walnut & measures 14 3/8” over black Pachmayr white line recoil pad w/out line. Fancy fleur de lis pattern borderless checkering is at grip. Matching semi beavertail forend has J spring release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: - .561”, left: - .561”. Choke restriction: right: - .010” (IC), left: - .018” (mod). Minimum wall Thickness: right: - .021”, left: - .019”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 9/16”-. CAST: approx 1/4” off. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 4 oz. CONDITION: very fine as custom finished retaining nearly all professional finishes on all surfaces w/ only a very few minor assembly or handling marks or scratches. Bores are bright & shiny w/ no noted repairs or dents. Action is tight. (22-1040/MGM). CURIO. $7,000-11,000. 223
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2368. INCREDIBLE FACTORY CUTAWAY ILLUSTRATING MOST FUNCTIONING PARTS OF THE FAMOUS “NEW ITHACA DOUBLE” (NID). Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 425559. The new Ithaca double has become a classic as well as a technological advancement over all previous Ithaca models. The factory was justly proud of the new design & here we offer what must be a factory made cutaway illustrating all aspects of its design except for the locking system, allowing this gun to be fired. The gun is a very early (Star model) field grade w/ cocking indicators. Production started w/ S# 425000, so this gun most likely dates from the first month of production in 1925. The 30” bbls. are unaltered & have full length matted rib. They are marked “SMOKELESS POWDER STEEL” & “MADE IN U.S.A.” on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ serial number, choke numbers “4” & “4” (FULL & FULL) & “2 3/4 CHAMBER”. Bottom of lump stamped w/ nitro proof mark & grade “F”. Case hardened boxlock action has serial number, “F” & “12” on water table along with “PATENT” “APPLIED FOR”. Left side of action engraved w/ star & roll marked w/ Ithaca name & address along w/ usual pointing dog. There are no remnants of roll markings on left side of action and were probably never applied. Left side of action & stock has been partially cut away to expose the inner workings of the gun including the new style cocking cams, coil springs, hammer & cocking indicator arrangement, as well as safety mechanism & its engagement w/ triggers. Trigger plate is cut to show sear-engagement. Engraved stars also appear on bottom of action & blued trigger guard bow. Capped pistol grip buttstock of stump figured American walnut measures 14 3/16” over original serrated hard rubber buttplate. The point pattern checkering at grip has had points cut so that borders end w/in 3/16” of cutaways. Stock measures 14 3/16” over its original serrated hard rubber buttplate. Matching splinter forend has left side cut away to view the new bbl. latch system which is a modification of the English Deeley latch. Again, checkering is originally cut to go around cutaway viewports. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, retaining nearly all factory finishes on all wood & metal surfaces w/ only a few handling marks in wood. Stocks retain nearly all of their original varnish finish w/ some areas of chipping, mostly on left side of butt, that have had new oil rubbed in. Checkering remains sharp & clean. Bores are excellent, bright & shiny. Mechanically excellent. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-399/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-8,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2369. ITHACA GRADE 6E FLUES MODEL SINGLE TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2-3/4”. S# 344016. Bbl. 34” VR w/ fixed Full choke. Red target front sight w/ white mid bead. Boxlock action w/ underlug & cross bolt locks. Selective ejector. Gold finished checkered trigger. Full coverage hand engraving features a vignette of gold & silver inlaid trap shooter on right side. Left side vignette features gold & silver inlay archer. Scenes are surrounded by full coverage vine type foliate scroll engraving w/ punch dot backgrounds that extend to breech sections of bbl., sides of VR & triggerguard bow. Floorplate features an American eagle. Ebony tipped beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of fancy black walnut w/ segmented fleur-de-lis hand checkering. LOP: altered to 13 1/2” over an aftermarket Hawkins ventilated pad. Drop to Parallel Comb: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 1/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 8 lbs, 4.6 oz. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain over 95% caustic reblued finish showing some rust & bleed out around rib. Trigger retains sm. amounts of gold finish in protected areas. Wood finish shows moderate wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Buttplate backing is cracked near toe. Good mechanics. Bore is generally bright showing some slightly darkened spots. (22-1013/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2370. SCARCE HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION ITHACA NID 16 GAUGE FIELD GRADE EJECTOR SKEET GUN. Cal. 16 Ga. S# 460782. The 26” bbls. w/ slightly raised matted rib fitted w/ 2 white beads are marked “NEW ITHACA FIELD GRADE” “ITHACA GUN CO., ITHACA. N. Y.” on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ S# & choke designations 2 & 4. Casehardened action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Watertable stamped w/ S#, “F” & “16”. Action engraved w/ wiggly line borders. Similar borders are on trigger guard bow. Straight grip stock of stump figured American walnut measures 14 3/8” over later “Old English” black sporting clays pad. Side panels are checkered & point pattern checkering is at grip. A vacant brass oval appears to have been added to toeline. Matching beavertail ejector forend has reinforcing screw & has inlet ebony tip & combination J spring & Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: 670”, left: .670”. Restriction: right: .008” (IC), left: .014” (MOD). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .033”, left: .031”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 15 oz. CONDITION: extremely fine, appears all original except for some minor later additions. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a rust blue. Action retains nearly all of what appears to be its original casehardening color, lightly silvered on sharp edges & on top tang. Blue of trigger guard shows some thinning on tang. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their original finish w/ a few light marks. Checkering w/ only very light wear is still light in color. As mentioned before, pad & oval are later additions. There is minor chipping & a tiny hairline crack behind top tang & area around mounting screw of forend shows some cracking of finish. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Ejectors are very slightly out of time. (21-3985/MGM). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2371. SCARCE ITHACA 410 NID FIELD GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 410. S# 446788. It is estimated that fewer than 800 NID 410s were made. This gun has 26” bbls. w/ concave matted rib marked “SMOKELESS POWDER STEEL” & “MADE IN U.S.A.” on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ S# & “4” (full choke). Case hardened NID boxlock action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers & is of early style w/ pin cocking indicators on top of action. Sides are marked w/ usual dog & company name & address. Relatively plain American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14” over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Widely spaces point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: - .380 at muzzle, left: - 380 at muzzle. Choke restriction: right: full?, left: full?. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 3/4”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 3 oz. CONDITION: good to very good. Bbls. retain most of what appears to be thin original blue. Considerably worn & silvered turning brown. Action retains traces of case hardening color in protected areas but is mostly gray/brown. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish; sharp edges rounded, over some old marks & w/ a few subsequent. Bores are very fine, bright & shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good. Old 2” crack in buttstock extending from trigger guard screw back toward comb which does not flex. (21-4595/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-3,000.
2372. ITHACA MODEL 37 FACTORY CUTAWAY PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 499. Bbl. 26” plain w/ Raybar sight. Over 2 million Model 37s have been produced, making it one of the most popular pump shotguns in history. This demonstration model has cutouts on the receiver to show the operation of the working parts. Standard blue finish. Sm. rnd. checkered walnut forearm. Plastic cap pistol grip stock w/ pressed checkering & Ithaca buttplate. CONDITION: 98% metal finish showing scattered light corrosion on polished parts. Stocks show light wear w/ scattered sm. handling marks. Bright bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-385/DS). MODERN. $1,000-3,000.
2373. HIGH CONDITION ITHACA VICTORY GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# V290839. This economy model was introduced in 1919 & had all the features of the higher grade trap guns of the day aside from auto ejection. This gun has 34” monobloc bbl. w/ slightly raised matted ventilated rib fitted w/ 2 bronze beads. Case hardened action of Flues design has zig-zag border engraving & is marked “ITHACA Victory GRADE” & w/ Ithaca name & address on left side. Trigger plate has central star engraving. Straight grip buttstock of relatively plain American walnut measures 14 3/8” over solid brown Pachmayr basketweave pad. Matching flared beavertail forend has push button & friction release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: .727”. Restriction: .030” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: .055”. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Bbl. retaining over 90% original blue, 90% original case hardening color remains on action. Trigger guard w/ most of its original blue. Wood retains nearly all of its original finish w/ some light refinishing of butt w/ installation of new pad. Bore is bright & shiny. Action is tight. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-405/MGM). CURIO. $1,200-1,800. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 226
2375. ITHACA SKB 200E SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 3”. S# S6213622. Bbl. 25” solid rib w/ chrome lined bores. Fixed IC & Mod chokes. Ray bar front sight w/ steel mid bead. Scalloped boxlock satin chrome finished action w/ full coverage scroll ornamentation. Gold plated SST. Selective ejectors. Beavertail forearm & plastic capped pistol grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ point pattern hand checkering. LOP: altered to 14 1/2” over a solid brown Old English pad. Mfg. in Japan by SKB & imported by Ithaca 1968-1978. CONDITION: over 98% metal finish. Original wood finish shows scattered sm. marks. Sound mechanics. Near excellent bores. (22-917/DS). MODERN. $900-1,300.
2376. SKB MODEL 200 HR 28 / 410 COMBO SPORTING CLAYS SXS SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 28 Ga./410. S# NTO1197. Two 30” bbl. sets are fitted w/ raised ventilated ribs & marked w/ model & ga. on tops of right bbls. Bottoms of bbls. are marked w/ importer & “made in Turkey”. Bbls. are fitted interchangeable choke tubes. Case hardened dbl. arch backed trigger plate action features automatic safety & single nonselective trigger. Action is laser engraved w/ sprays of scroll. “SKB” is on trigger plate. Nicely figured European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 15” over thin Kick Eez pad on leather covered spring recoil reducing extension. Flat top point pattern checkering is on grip w/ right hand palm swell. Each bbl. set has its own dedicated semi beavertail ejector forend, each w/ Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 1/4”. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 8 oz. (410 bbls.). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun accompanied by green canvas case w/ glued on leather corners lined in green felt. Case contains plastic box holding three 410 choke tubes (2 in bbls.), square oil bottle & 2 pairs of snap caps, one for 28 ga., the other for 410. CONDITION: exceptionally fine very close to as new. Very faint handling marks in all metal & wood finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is also near excellent. (21-3973/MGM). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.
2377. SKB MODEL 385 FIELD SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# NS40926. The 26” bbls. w/ choke tubes & slightly raised matted flat rib are marked w/ model, ga., chamber & maker’s info along w/ “Made in Japan”. Coin finished dbl. arched backed boxlock action features nonautomatic safety & gold plated single selective trigger. Action “engraved” w/ 80% coverage varying size simple scroll surrounding game bird scenes on sides (pheasant on left, mallard on right). More scroll is on trigger plate & trigger guard bow. Straight grip buttstock of well figured American walnut measures 14” over black “Old English” rifle pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8+”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in green canvas case w/ plated brass corners lined in mottled brown cloth covered foam & contains 2 spare choke tubes (total of 4). CONDITION: very fine, close to as new w/ little evidence of being fired except for some wipe marks & faint halos on breech face. Mechanically crisp. (21-4030/MGM). MODERN. $1,250-1,750. 227
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2374. ITHACA SKB MODEL 800 O/U TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# CM81206. Bbl. 30” w/ 5/8” wide VR. Raybar front sight w/ white mid bead. Chrome lined bores have fixed IMPMOD & Full chokes. Chrome finished boxlock action features cross bolt locking & full coverage scroll ornamentation. Matching ornamentation continues to triggerguard, forearm iron & breech end of bbls. Gold plated SST. Selective ejectors. Forearm & pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of fancy walnut features borderless cut checkering, white grip cap & brass nameplate in toeline. LOP: 14 3/8” over an Ithaca/SKB marked trap pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAMC: 1 1/4”. DAH: 1 3/4”. Cast: Stock has approx. 3/8” of cast on for Left handed shooter. Weight: 8 lbs, 10.8 oz. Limited mfg. from 19691975. CONDITION: metal retains over 98% finish. Original wood finish shows a few sm. marks. Near excellent bores. Good mechanics. (21-4247/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2378. SCARCE 16 GAUGE ITHACA GRADE 2 MINIER MODEL SXS SHOTGUN WITH DAMASCUS BARRELS. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 138313. As a transition between the Lewis & Flues models, the Minier was made only for a couple of years. This grade 2 gun has 26” 2 stripe Damascus bbls. fitted w/ concave matted rib. Bbl. flats stamped w/ S#. Boxlock type action w/ correct stampings on water table features non automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action engraved in usual grade 2 style of the period w/ sprays of nicely cut shaded scroll surrounding bird scenes w/ a snipe perched on a rock on left & a duck flying over a pond on right. A grouse stands in open field on trigger plate. “Ithaca Gun Co” on each side. Steel trigger guard w/ scroll on bow has S# on tang. Streaked American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over “Ithaca” embossed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering w/ Ogee back is at grip. Matching splinter forend w/ inlet ebony tip has J spring release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: - .664”, left: - .664”. Choke restriction: right: - .004” (IC), left: - .016” (mod). Minimum wall Thickness: right: - .037”, left: - .035”. STOCK: DAH: 3 1/4”. DAC: 1 7/8”. CAST: 0. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 3 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine. Bbls. retain approx. 70-80% original Damascus finish w/ excellent definition to pattern. Action retains perhaps as much as 50% original case hardening color. The balance w/ hand wear & fading to silver/gray. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish w/ a fair number of marks & dings; some fairly deep. Shiny bores w/ scattered light pitting. Action is tight. There is a 1 1/2” stress crack on left side panel on buttstock. (21-4594/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2379. ITHACA 37-S PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# S27121. Bbl. w/ factory “S” grade 3/8” milled VR is shortened to 25 1/2”. Original choke marking was Full, bbl. is fitted w/ Briley choke tubes. IMP-MOD included. Bottom ejection action has game scene ornamentation on sides. Beavertail forearm & plastic capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14 3/4” over an Ithaca Sunburst pad. The Model 37 S (Skeet Grade) was mfg. in sm. quantities from 1937-1953. CONDITION: 80% lightly worn blue showing edge & carry wear w/ scattered scratches. Refinished wood shows sm. marks. Sound mechanics. Very good bore. (22-920/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2380. EARLY ITHACA FIELD GRADE NID 16 GA. SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. 2 9/16”. S# 427370 (1926). The 28” bbls. w/ matted concave rib are marked “SMOKELESS POWDER STEEL” & “MADE IN U.S.A.”. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S# & choke markings “2” & “4”. Case hardened action w/ cocking indicators has S#, grade & ga. numbers on water table along w/ “PATENT APPLIED FOR”. Action also features automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action is roll engraved w/ pointing dog on each side over “Ithaca Gun Co. Ithaca N.Y.”. Capped pistol grip buttstock of somewhat figured American walnut measures 14 3/4” over brown “Decelerator” pad. Widely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .661”, L .662”. Restriction: R .014” (LIGHT MOD), L .022” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .036”, L .039”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 9 oz. CONDITION: good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a shiny immersion blue finish w/ evidence of lost solder at muzzles & top rib is loose from approx 3” in front of breech to 14”. There are auxillary weep holes in bottom of rib & splinter & an extra screw is installed in bottom rib at muzzle. Action retains over 60% original case hardening color. Stocks retain traces of their original finish taken down w/ steel wool & w/ some added oil. Checkering somewhat worn. Bores are shiny. Action is tight. Forend is loose on bbls. (22-138/MGM). CURIO. $500-700.
2381. WINCHESTER MODEL 97 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# E1020988. Bbl. 30” w/ aftermarket ventilated rib. Fixed Full choke aluminum mid & front beads. Flat bottom grooved forearm w/ added checkering on bottom. Pistol grip stock w/ added brass grip cap & Winchester label. Wrist has added checkering. LOP: altered to 14 5/8” over an aftermarket Red Head pad & 1/4” of spacers. 1957 Mfg. CONDITION: 70% lightly faded reblued finish showing slide & carry wear. Wood has worn finish showing handling marks. Stock is chipped at toe w/ 4” added wood repair. Bore is generally bright showing sm. ripples around rib posts. (21-4374/DS). CURIO. $400-600. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2383. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 793749. Bbl. 28” of Proof Steel w/ solid rib. Choke is opened to IC. Original choke marking is Full. Steel bead. Sm. rnd. grooved forearm & pistol grip stock. LOP: 14 3/4” over an aftermarket Hawkins pad. 1939 Mfg. CONDITION: 95% reblued metal finish. Refinished wood shows handling marks & crazing. Stock has cracks extending from receiver. Sound mechanics w/ bright bore. (22-1000/DS). CURIO. $300-400.
2384. WINCHESTER MODEL 24 SxS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 42691. Bbl. 30” w/ solid grooved rib; choked Mod. & Full. Mfg. 1946 (1940-1957; 116, 280 units) w/ uncheckered walnut stock set having checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate & semi beavertail forend. Double triggers, thumb safety & extractors. CONDITION: good to very good metal finish w/ some thinning & light marks in receiver area likely from cradling. Light stock marks w/ extra finish applied yet no evidence of sanding or compromised dimensions. Tight action w/ lever locking at center. Very good bright bores w/ faint light pitting about midway of each bore. (22-139/NW). CURIO. $400-600.
2385. WINCHESTER MODEL 50 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 150079. Bbl. 26” w/ factory lg. rnd. post special VR. Fixed WS-1 choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Forearm of fancy walnut w/ factory pigeon grade 3 diamond checkering. Steel capped pistol grip skeet stock of nicely grained walnut w/ factory checkering & original buttplate. Mfg. 1960. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: extra bbl., measuring 28” w/ lg. rnd. post Winchester special VR. Fixed Mod choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Bbl. has standard WP proof & circle “P” parts proof. Red & yellow Model 50 hang tag marked “PIGEON GRADE”. CONDITION: action & both bbls. retain over 98% original blue. Original wood finish shows an area of scratches & finish loss on right side of butt. Very good checkering. Sound mechanics. Both bbl. bores have near excellent bore. (22-954/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2386. WINCHESTER MODEL 50 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 95984. Bbl. 28” plain w/ fixed Mod choke & steel bead. Walnut forearm & pistol grip stock w/ factory checkering plus original Winchester buttplate. 1957 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: extra bbl., measuring 28” plain w/ fixed Full choke & steel bead. Also includes the “Do Everything Manual” covering the Winchester Model 50 by Michael A. Pugliese. CONDITION: both bbls. retain over 97% blue. Receiver retains over 90% blue showing edge wear. Stock & forearm have good satin refinish. Sound mechanics. Both bbls. have very good, bright bores. (22-945/DS). CURIO. $500-800. 229
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2382. WINCHESTER MODEL 97 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# E1011836. Bbl. 30” plain w/ fixed Full choke. Flat bottom grooved forearm & pistol grip stock w/ original buttplate. 1956 Mfg. CONDITION: gun retains 25% dull faded finish showing areas w/ sm. dents. Wood has added finish over wear, handling marks, scratches & dents. Good bright bore. Sound mechanics. Front bead is missing. (21-4375/DS). CURIO. $300-450.
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2387. WINCHESTER MODEL 36 BOLT ACTION SHOTGUN. Cal. 9 mm RF. NSN. Bbl. 17 3/8” w/ bead front sight. Gumwood stock w/ wagon wheel buttplate & finger curl triggerguard. Approx. 20,000 mfg., 19201927. CONDITION: metal has faded to a pleasing plum brown. Stock has added finish over numerous dents & marks. Bore is generally bright, showing some very light pitting. (22-191/DS). CURIO. $600-900. 2388. DICKINSON ARMS PLANTATION GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# TRR0464. Bbls. 32” w/ high VR, brass beads & thin wall interchangeable chokes, skeet in & skeet out tubes included. Side plated boxlock action w/ 25% coverage of open pattern scroll engraving. Bone charcoal case colored finish. Single non selective trigger. Selective ejectors. Trim schnabel tip beavertail forearm & full pistol grip palm swell stock of fancy Turkish walnut. Features include adj. comb, teardrop points & borderless hand checkering. LOP: 14 15/16” over KickEez pad & 1” cushion spacer. Mfg. in Turkey by Huglu & imported by Dickinson Arms of Moorpark, CA. Importation began in 2017. Weight: 7 lbs., 5.6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: artificial suede covered foam padded zippered soft case w/ makers label. Case contains snap caps. CONDITION: near new retaining over 99% metal finish. Wood shows sm. marks. Bright near excellent bores. (21-3976/DS). MODERN. $1,250-1,750.
2389. AMERICAN ARMS CO. 20 GAUGE “DERBY” SXS EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK GAME GUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# 384775. The 26” dovetail bbls. fitted w/ slightly raised matted flat rib are marked “MOD. DERBY” & w/ cal. on top of right bbl. & “American Arms Inc. N.K.C.M.O.” on left. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Spanish nitro proofs for 3” chambers. Bbls. marked for modified & full chokes. Casehardened sidelock action features nonautomatic safety, bushed strikers, line engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, detachable sidelocks & single nonselective trigger. Action is roll & stamp engraved w/ varying size scroll. Lightly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14” over checkered wood butt. Stock also features drop points, point pattern checkering & vacant silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: very fine, showing relatively little handling & use w/ only some high edge wear on bbls., a bit of silvering around bottom of action & some scattered marks in wood finish. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically fine. (21-3996/MGM). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2390. AMERICAN ARMS F. SARRIUGARTE SILVER QUAIL UNLIMITED O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# F.S.96011. Bbls. 26” VR w/ fixed IC & Mod chokes. Brass front bead. Breech end of bbls. have gold filled markings. Left side is marked “Quail Unlimited / 1987”. Right side is marked “Limited Edition / 12 of 100”. Satin gray finished boxlock action w/ crossbolt lock. Gold finished SST. Selective ejectors. Finger groove forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ hand checkering & gloss finish. LOP: 14 3/8” over original thin black pad. CONDITION: 97% bbl. blue. Action shows spots of staining & wear. Wood has good finish showing few scratches, marks & dents. Good mechanics. Bores are generally bright. Bottom bbl. shows a light ring forward of the forcing cone. (22-994/DS). MODERN. $500-700. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2392. 410 BOXLOCK SHOTGUN BY GRULLA, RETAILED BY SAE. Cal. 410 3”. S# 30197. The 26 1/8” dovetail bbls. w/ narrow matted game rib are stamped “S.A.E. Inc. Miami, FL.” & “Made in Spain” on top. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S# & Spanish nitro proofs. Case hardened boxlock action has S# & Armas Grulla bird logo stamped on water table. Action features automatic safety, bushed strikers, & dbl. triggers. Action is roll engraved w/ 70% coverage sm. scroll. Top lever & trigger guard are blued. Somewhat marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over open sided whiteline pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter at muzzle: R .375” (FULL), L .375” (FULL). STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 5/16”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is accompanied by brown leather soft case lined in faux fleece. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, close to “as new”. Retaining nearly all factory finishes on wood & metal w/ just a few light handling marks, mostly on butt. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically crisp. (22-2060/MGM). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.
2393. IVER JOHNSON CHAMPION 24 GAUGE SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN. Cal. 24 Ga. S# 76538. Bbl. 30” plain w/ fixed FULL choke & brass bead. Case colored top lever action. Walnut forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip stock w/ original owl’s head hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: over 95% original blue. Action retains 75% lightly faded case colors. Original wood finish has darkened appearance showing scattered sm. marks. Very good bright bore. Action has hardened grease. (22-1220/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2394. SCARCE AND DESIRABLE 410 GAUGE LEFEVER NITRO SPECIAL. Cal. 410, 2 5/8”. S# 230952. The 26” bbls. w/ flat matted rib marked “LEFEVER NITRO SPECIAL”, “LEFEVER ARMS CO. ITHACA. NY.” on tops. Sm. case hardened top lever action features automatic safety & dbl. triggers & is roll stamped w/ flying goose over marsh on each side. Relatively plain American walnut rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock measures 13 1/2” over original hard rubber buttplate. Widely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching sm. splinter forend has spring tension release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: dia. at muzzles: left - .394 (mod?), right - .394 (mod?). STOCK: DAH: 3 3/16”. DAC: 1 15/16”. Weight: 5 lbs., 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: shotgun come w/ a vintage pigskin leather Leg O Mutton case. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retaining approx. 80% original blue. Considerably silvered at breech & muzzles. Action retains approx. 60% original case hardening color, bright where protected. There are some splotches of light rust on sides, most prevalent on left (may clean). Stocks retain most of their original oil finish. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically good. Case is missing handle & straps. (22-260/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,500.
2395. LEFEVER NITRO SPECIAL SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 165282. Bbls. 28” w/ front bead. Fixed mod & full chokes. Boxlock action w/ marsh scene on sides. Dbl. triggers. Extractors. Walnut splinter forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip stock w/ checkering. LOP: 13” to hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: matte refinished blue w/ scattered handling marks, fading finish near muzzle & chambers. Receiver faded to gray showing patina & peppery oxidation. Internal areas of receiver have white residue. Worn wood shows moderate handling marks. Bright bores show areas of fouling. (21-4464/MD). CURIO. $350-400. 231
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2391. HOPKINS & ARMS CO. 8 GAUGE SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN. Cal. 8 Ga. 3 1/4”. S# 926. Bbl. 36” twist steel w/ fixed FULL choke & brass bead. Case colored top lever action. Forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ checkering. LOP is 14” over original hard rubber buttplate. WEIGHT: 10 lb. 15.6 oz. CONDITION: bbl. has lightly visible browned finish showing areas of surface corrosion. Action retains 70% case colors showing areas of hardened grease. Wood has aged darkened lightly worn finish showing sm. marks. Stock has crack extending from right side of action. Bore has scattered areas of deep pitting. (22-1224/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
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2396. J. STEVENS MODEL 311 SPRINGFIELD 410 SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# E84939. Bbls. 25 3/4” w/ slightly raised matted rib are stamped “SELECTED FORGED STEEL” & “PROOF TESTED 410 GAUGE” on tops. Case hardened action is stamped “SPRINGFIELD” above Stevens name & address on left side. Pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 14” over hard rubber buttplate. Matching semi beavertail forend has J spring release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: bore measurements at muzzles: L-.385 (full?) R- .385 (full?). STOCK: DAC: 1 11/16”. DAH: 3 1/8”. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 4 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retaining over 90% original blue. Action retains most of its original case hardening color. Considerably darkened on bottom. Stocks retain most of an old varnish finish, probably not original. Bores are bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-143/MGM). CURIO. $700-1,100.
2397. WEATHERBY SA-08 DELUXE AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# AN01962. Bbl. 28” VR w/ interchangeable chokes: IC, mod & full tubes included. Blued bbl. Black anodized alloy action w/ gold Weatherby marking. Silver finished trigger. Forearm & pistol grip walnut stock have gloss finish & cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over thin black pad. WEIGHT: 5 lbs., 11.7 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing instruction manual, spare chokes, choke wrench, stock shims, safety lock & heavy load action piston. Also includes service order that shows recall safety upgrade performed on 6-4-15. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 99% metal finish. Stock finish shows scattered sm. dents & handling marks. Bright near excellent bore. (21-4288/DS). MODERN. $600-900.
2398. CHURCHILL (BY KASSNAR) “WINDSOR I” 20 GAUGE BOXLOCK SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# 360034. The 22 5/8” bbls. w/ game rib are marked w/ model, ga. & maker’s info on tops. Bbl. flats stamped w/ Spanish nitro proofs for 3” chambers. Coin finished boxlock action features nonautomatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action is roll engraved w/ 60% coverage shaded scroll. Trigger plate stamped “Made in Spain”. Plain European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .626”, left: .627”. Restriction: right: .009” (IC), left: .023” (MOD). STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 5/8”. LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: very fine, close to as new w/ only a few minor handling & assembly marks in all finishes. Mechanically crisp. (21-4024/MGM). MODERN. $500-800.
2399. KASSNAR / CHURCHILL WINDSOR I SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 3 “ Mag. S# 343972. Bbls. 27 1/2” w/ brass bead front. Fixed mod. & Full chokes. Blue finish bbls. Antique silver finished boxlock action w/ foliate scroll engraving. Engraving extends to top tang, while top lever & breech ends of bbls. engraving have Bonanza gold fill. Dbl. triggers. Extractors. Walnut forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip stock. LOP: 13 1/2” to brown Churchill recoil pad. Cut checkering w/ carved floral highlight & punch dot backgrounds on wrist, stock ears & forearm. Water tables have 1985 Spanish date code, Importation discontinued 1991. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ scattered light handling marks & sm. spots of flaking finish. Bright bores w/ scattered areas of light fouling. (21-4527/MD). MODERN. $350-500.
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2401. A. H. FOX STERLINGWORTH SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 5/8”. S# 62263. Bbl. 30” of Sterlingworth Fluid Compressed steel. Fixed full & full chokes. Steel front bead. Boxlock action w/ rotary bolt locking & borderline engraving. Dbl. triggers & extractors. Custom replacement beavertail forearm & capped pistol grip cheekpiece stock of fancy walnut w/ hand checkering. LOP is 14 1/2” over a Pachmayr pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 3/4”. Neutral cast. CONDITION: bbls. & action retain over 80% lightly worn caustic reblue finish showing scattered spots of remaining pitting. Wood has lightly worn finish, showing sm. handling marks. Stock has a crack extending to left side of receiver. Good mechanics. Bores shows scattered spots of pitting, most prevalent toward breech end. (22-998/DS). CURIO. $400-600.
2402. LC SMITH OO GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 314697. Bbl. 30” of armored steel. Fixed mod & mod chokes. Sidelock action, dbl. triggers, extractors. Original checkered walnut splinter forearm. Replacement rnd. knob stock using original buttplate. LOP is 14 1/8”. DAC is 1 5/8”. DAH is 2 5/8”. Stock has approx. 1/4” cast off. CONDITION: action finish has faded to mottled gray. Bbl., forearm, iron & trigger guard have an added black paint. Forearm shows heavy wear w/ dents & chips. Stock has dark worn appearance showing handling marks w/ sm. chips & cracks around locks. Bores show scattered spots of deep pitting. (22-1003/DS). CURIO. $300-450.
2403. CZ USA CANVASBACK (103D) O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# 11P4962. Bbls. 26” VR w/ provision for screw in chokes. Mfg. 2005-2013 w/ blued finish & checkered hardwood stock set; rnd. knob buttstock w/ black rubber pad having hard plastic top plus schnabel tipped forend. Single trigger w/ thumb safety, bbl. selector & extractor. Light perimeter engraving on receiver & engine turning on bbl. block. Boxlock action w/ Kersten upper locking mechanism. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box & total of 5 chokes: F, IM, M, IC & C. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears NIB. (22-17/NW). MODERN. $400-600.
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2400. LONG BARREL 410 SXS BOXLOCK GAME GUN BY HUGLU. Cal. 410 Ga. S# 01C2866. The 28” monobloc bbls. are marked w/ Huglu Rigby Idaho address on right & “MADE IN TURKEY” on left. Coin finished action w/ nonautomatic safety & dbl. triggers features gas vents & side clips. Action engraved w/ sprays of scroll in line borders. Huglu logo is on trigger plate. Straight grip buttstock of attractive lightly streaked & figured European walnut measures 14 5/8” over thin black sporting clays type pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching full splinter forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .390”, left: .390”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/16”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 5 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: very fine w/ only a few minor marks & rubs in all factory finishes. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically good. (21-3997/MGM). MODERN. $500-800.
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2404. HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON 28 GAUGE SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 69608. Bbl. 28” w/ fixed FULL choke. Case colored top lever action. Forearm & rnd. knob walnut stock. LOP is 13 3/4” over original checkered hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: bbl. retains 70% dull blue w/ bright clean areas around scattered spots of pitting. Front bead is missing. Action retains 60% lightly faded case colors. Wood has worn finish, showing light marks. Bore is generally bright w/ small spots of pitting. (22-1217/DS). CURIO. $400-600.
2405. HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON FOLDING SINGLE SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 3”. S# F19017. Bbl. 26” w/ brass bead & full choke. Blued bbl. Case colored hammer top lever break open action. Walnut forearm & rnd. knob pistol grip stock. LOP: 14” to H&R hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: good overall showing peppery oxidation & handling marks throughout. Stock has sm. cracks around action. Bright bore w/ scattered sm. spots of fouling. (21-4598/MD). CURIO. $350-550.
2406. W.W. GREENER BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 64356. The 31 3/4” demi bloc bbl. with raised matted ventilated rib, has Greener’s name and Pall Mall London address on top of octagonal breech section. Bbl. flat is stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chamber. Greener elephant trademark is on bottom of bbl. Casehardened boxlock top lever action features Greener crossbolt 3rd fastener and reinforced bar. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut shaded open scroll, which surrounds finely detailed dog and bird scenes on sides. A pointer points a pair of flushing grouse on left, and a spaniel is flushing a duck on right. “W.W. Greener” is under each scene. Trigger guard is engraved with flying duck on bow. Serial number is on tang along with grade designation “W. H.S. 20.” Round knob pistol grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toe line. A new piece of wood has been added to top of comb forming a Monte Carlo. Matching, very long ejector 1 piece forend with rosewood tip, has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBL.: Bore Diameter: .732”. Restriction: .038” (EXTRA FULL). Minimum Wall Thickness: .070”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2-”. drop at rear at Monte Carlo: 1 11/16”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: good, as mostly refurbished. Bbl. retains nearly all of a new rust blue. Action shows considerable cleaning to gray. Some color is evident where protected. Stocks retain nearly all of an oil refinish. Comb is raised. Side panels are repaired with pins. Checkering recut. Bore is shiny. Action somewhat loose. Bbl. is slightly off face. Ejector is occasionally “live”. (22-1011/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2407. GREENER MARTINI SINGLE TRAP GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# T69491. Bbl. 32” VR w/ fixed Mod choke. Steel front & mid beads. Martini style falling block action. Left side is marked “GREENER TRAP GUN / MADE IN BIRMINGHAM / ENGLAND”. Right side has importer marking “S. A. C. Co. RIDGEFIELD N.J.”. Checkered walnut beavertail forearm. Custom palm swell pistol grip Monte Carlo rollover cheekpiece stock of fancy maple w/ rosewood grip cap. LOP: 14 1/8” over thin black Kick-Eez pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAMC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 1 3/4”. Stock has a slight cast on. CONDITION: bbl. retains over 95% reblued finish. Action retains 70% plum colored reblued finish. Wood finish shows light wear. Stock is undersized at action. Safety lever is removed. Bore shows unusual circular scratches within a few inches of muzzle. Slight ring bulge in choke area. (22-1012/DS). CURIO. $400-600. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2409. 12 GAUGE W.W. GREENER GP MARTINI ACTION TAKEDOWN SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 3687. The 26” round bbl. with Nock form has Birmingham nitro proofs at left rear. Single shot Martini action is marked with Greener name and address on left and “Greener’s” “GP” “Gun” on right. Right side also has toggling safety. Birchwood buttstock measures 14 3/4” over horn buttplate. Coarse checkering is at grip. Matching forend screws to bbl. which takes down with loosening of screw and unscrewing w/ left side of action. MEASUREMENTS: BBL.: Bore Diameter: 032 (FULL). Restriction: .728”. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8”. DAC: 1 7/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 10 oz. CONDITION: fair, metal refinished. Bore is good. (22-1440/MGM). CURIO. $700-2,000.
2410. SIDELOCK GAMEGUN BY WARD & SONS. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 1/2”. S# 9069. The 30” dovetailed bbls. are engraved “WARD & SONS. CENTRAL GUN WORKS. BIRMINGHAM” on unmatted portion of narrow flat rib. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped w/ S# & “BSA” stacked rifle logos. Case hardened, top lever, square back, back spring side lock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” on gold band), crossbolt 3rd fastener, engraved line tumbler end cocking indicators & dbl. triggers. Action is engraved w/ 40% coverage sprays of scroll. Buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 15” over “Decelerator” trap pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching short forend w/ inlet ebony tip has “sugar tong” friction release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .722”, L .722”. Restriction: R 0 (CYL), L .027” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 15”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 13 oz. CONDITION: good as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a reblack. Action shows cleaning to silver gray w/ scattered pitting. Stocks show old oil refinish over some minor marks; checkering considerably worn. Bores are good w/ scattered pitting. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Mechanically good. There is an unusual sm. boss on left lockplate w/ peaning marks around it. Screws show considerable wear & are out of time. (22-997/MGM). CURIO. $300-500.
2411. RENATO GAMBA EDINBURGH MATCH SINGLE TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# G00078. Bbl. 34” w/ high VR. Orange fiber optic front sight w/ steel mid bead. Bbl. is fitted w/ Briley interchangeable choke tubes. French gray action w/ scroll highlights & borderline engraving. Selective ejector. Satin finished walnut forearm & palm swell Monte Carlo pistol grip stock w/ cut checkering. LOP: 14 7/8” over the original black ventilated Gamba pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 Briley S-1 choke tubes consisting of IMP-MOD & LT. MOD (in gun). Also includes plastic choke tube case, choke wrench & plastic trigger lock. CONDITION: 98% bbl. blue. Action shows scattered spots of light pitting. Wood has good finish & checkering. Sound mechanics. Very good, bright bore. (22-1008/DS). MODERN. $600-900.
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2408. W.W. GREENER GP MARTINI SINGLE SHOT SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 30535. Bbl. 26” plain w/ fixed Full choke & steel bead. Single shot Martini style action w/ lever style safety on right side of frame. Checkered walnut forearm w/ straight grip stock. LOP: altered to 14 1/2” over an aftermarket thin black Decelerator pad. CONDITION: metal retains 80% reblued finish. Refinished wood shows scratches & handling marks. Sound action. Good bore. (22-1005/DS). CURIO. $300-450.
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2412. TRADEWINDS INC. MODEL G-1032 SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 10 Ga. 3 1/2” S# 128713. Bbls. 32” w/ fixed full & full chokes w/ white front & mid beads. Bright finished boxlock action w/ side clips having under lug & crossbolt locking. Action features simple scroll & borderline engraving. Dbl. triggers. Extractors. Beavertail forearm & plastic cap pistol grip walnut stock w/ cut checkering. LOP is 14 1/4” over crushed & age hardened pad. Mfg. in Spain by Zabala. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 90% lightly faded blue. Action finish shows spots of tarnish. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches & marks. Sound action. Very good bores. (22-1463/DS). MODERN. $300-450.
2413. HUNTER ARMS FULTON SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga. S# 137114. Bbls. 28” w/ fixed Mod. & Full chokes. Broken front bead. Case colored boxlock action w/ dbl. triggers & extractors. Splinter forearm & rnd. knob walnut stock w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over original buttplate. CONDITION: action retains 60% lightly faded case colors showing spots of freckling. Bbls. retain 80% lighlty faded blue showing spots of freckling & light corrosion. Refinished wood has blistered & peeling gloss finish showing scratches, handling marks & mildew spots. Bores are generally bright w/ some light fouling. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. John Persing. (21-2617/DS). CURIO. $500-700.
2414. MOSSBERG 835 ULTI-MAG CROWN GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”, 3”, & 3 1/2”. S# UM294347. VR 28” w/ white front bead, brass mid bead & Mod. Accu choke tube installed. Action has scroll highlights & gold trigger. Walnut stock set w/ brown ventilated pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box w/ lock & paperwork. CONDITION: Near excellent overall including bore. (22-1464/MD). MODERN. $250-400. 2415. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 52-1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 38 Spl. Mid range. S# 59441. Bbl. 5”. Mfg. 1963-1970. Total Model 52 production was from 1961-1993 in 3 variations; Model 52 mfg. 1961-1963 w/ no dash in model number beginning at S# 50000 for approx. 3,500 units. This variation incorporated single action trigger & distinguished by its long extractor. Last 52-2 variation utilized new style extractor; mfg. 1971-1993. Frame in general configuration of Model 39 (aluminum); Model 52s are steel. Fully adj. target sights w/ Patridge front blade. Mid range 38 Spl. using wadcutter bullets seated flush to end of case. Arguably most accurate factory centerfire pistol produced by any US manufacturer. Checkered walnut grips w/ silver medallions in same configuration as used on Model 39. A superb Bullseye target pistol. MAGS: 3 factory 10 rd. TOTAL (1 near excellent, 2 w/ noticeable body finish removed). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: bbl. bushing wrench & modern S&W generic blue plastic padded case. CONDITION: occasional light faint handling marks but overall appearance is near excellent as are bore & grips. (21-4418/NW). CURIO. $750-1,000. 2416. VERY CLEAN 38 SPECIAL S&W 52-2 TARGET PISTOL. Cal. 38 Spl. S# A482207. Bbl. 5”. This 38 Spl. wadcutter only target pistol is similar to the Model 39, but it incorporates a set screw that prohibits dbl. action. Frame is grooved for counter weights utilizes the latest mfg. extractor. Blued finish on frame & slide. Checkered hardwood grips w/ gold S&W medallion. Fixed front blade sight w/ rear adj. target sight. Full length guide rod. Left side controls. Serrated hammer. Adj. trigger stop. MAGS: 2-5 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: plastic S&W transport case. CONDITION: finish on exposed metal surfaces is complete & consistent, dark & rich. Thinning in areas of mechanical intervention. Grips have a few light impressions but no noticeable structural damage. Very crisp trigger. Bore is shiny w/ good rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (21-3431/JZ). MODERN. $500-800. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2418. S & W 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS “BICYCLE” REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 242717. Bbl. 2” w/ integrally forged semi circular sight blade. Blued example mfg. 1909-1937 as 3rd model w/ rare bbl. length; case colored trigger. Matching numbered bbl., cyl., bbl. latch & checkered S&W logo hard rubber grips. Referred to as “Bicycle” model due to its short bbl. & often called the “Lemon Squeezer” because of its grip safety on rnd. butt frame. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent maroon box w/ hinged lid plus paperwork to include Oklahoma City ownership certificate dated 5-17-39. CONDITION: near excellent in all respects w/ factory quality refinish & near excellent case colors. Near excellent bore & grips. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221611/NW). CURIO. $1,200-1,800. 2419. S&W MODEL 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS “BICYCLE” REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 174199*. Bbl. 2” w/ pinned semi circular sight blade. Nickeled example mfg. 1898-1907 (104,000 units) as 4th model w/ rare bbl. length; case colored trigger. Matching numbered bbl., cyl. & bbl. latch. Unnumbered checkered S&W logo hard rubber grips. Referred to as “Bicycle” model due to its short bbl. & often called the “Lemon Squeezer” because of its grip safety on rnd. butt frame. CONDITION: very good to excellent w/ factory refinish as indicated by rework star after serial number; occasional peppery oxidation spots. Faded case colors. Good plus bore having light pitting. Very good appearing grips w/ cracks on back of left emanating from screw area. . PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1518/NW). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2420. SMITH & WESSON .38 DA PERFECTED MODEL REVOLVER. Cal. 38 S&W. S# 53167. Bbl. 4” w/ integrally forged semi circular sight. Mfg. 1909-1920 (59,400 units) as last S&W break top revolver; Perfected Model indicated by both top & side latches. First of 5 screw frames w/ sideplate on right & integral trigger guard. Blued w/ case colored trigger & hammer. Matching numbered bbl., cyl., bbl. latch, & checkered S&W logo grips on rnd. butt frame. CONDITION: hint of cyl. turn line, but overall near excellent w/ unfired appearance. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1912/NW). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. 237
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2417. SMITH & WESSON PRE MODEL 39 ALLOY FRAMED SEMIAUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 1452. Bbl. 4” w/ integral feed ramp. After dismal success with their original 32 & 35 cal. autos, S&W took 20 years to reenter the auto pistol market; they produced a wonderful classic, the Model 39. This was America’s first 9mm Luger DA semi-auto pistol (MANY to follow). Variation of Model 39 became epitome of target pistols as Model 52. Very first 39 models had traditional steel frames (927 units) before using newest technology of alloy frames. At first there was resistance to alloy frames until consumers saw its longevity along w/ benefits of reduced weight; great ergonomics also helped acceptance & sales. This low numbered early example of 1954 has mixture of special features: right of slide has “PAT’S PENDING” marking, safety is early short style, left grip w/out safety clearance required for later long safeties, no Model markings, long extractor, spur hammer w/ cross drilled hole, micrometer click windage adjustable rear sight, smooth frontstrap, smooth faced trigger, checkered backstrap having lanyard loop at butt, S&W logo on right side of frame by slide lock pivot, mag. safety & “9 M.M. CTG.” on bbl. at port. MAGS: 2 factory blued 8 rd. (one still in wrapper); flat topped followers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good original box w/ red metal reinforcements on corners,1452 on bottom & end label stating “9 MM AUTOMATIC” as model. 3 cent postcard type warranty card w/out zip code having 1452 pre written. Near excellent 5 1/4” by 7 3/4” white & green booklet style owner’s manual. Cleaning rod & brush in plastic bag. CONDITION: very small mark on frame corner below S&W on right side; all other aspects are near excellent w/ like new appearance. Extremely low numbered example w/ highest of condition. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1539/NW). $2,000-3,000.
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2421. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 44 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S# S 134184. Bbl. 6 1/2” pinned w/ red insert Baughman front sight & Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1954-1955 (1950-1966; pre Model 24) having blued finish w/ 5 screw frame plus case colored target trigger & hammer. Checkered diamond center “Coke bottle” walnut target grips w/ thumb recess & silver medallions. Matching numbered bbl., cyl. & extractor. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Outers hard shell carry case having blue velvet interior & tan simulated leather exterior; 2 keys. CONDITION: very good to excellent appearance w/ light cyl. turn line, thinning on sides of bbl. at muzzle & faint beginning high point thinning on lower front of frame & trigger guard. Noticeable signs of operation on recoil shield. Replacement front sight blade & retaining pin having high point finish loss; original usually Patridge. Very sm. marks on butt of grips at front & rear; overall near excellent. Near excellent bore & chambers. (21-4217/NW). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.
2422. SMITH & WESSON .38 MILITARY & POLICE MODEL OF 1905 1ST CHANGE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 113003 (1906-1909). Matching numbered pinned 4” bbl. w/ fixed sights. Nickel finished, rnd. butt, 5 screw, K frame. Matching numbered 6 shot fluted swing out cyl w/ matching numbered fire blued extractor. Case colored hammer & trigger. Matching numbered 2 piece black checkered hard rubber grips w/ S&W monogram. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ cyl. turn line, pinprick oxidation & sm. spots of flaking finish. Very good grips. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1643/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2423. SMITH & WESSON 1905 4TH CHANGE 32/20 HAND EJECTOR WITH ORIGINAL BOX & LETTER. Cal. 32 WCF. S# 70435. Bbl. pinned 4” w/ forged rnd. blade front sight & square notch rear sight. Checkered service hammer w/ smooth trigger. Checkered diamond S&W gold medallion grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original maroon hinged box w/ cleaning rod & paperwork. Roy Jinks S&W factory record letter. CONDITION: all aspects are very fine original finish w/ a faint dragline & a few very faint handling marks. Vivid case colors showing minor function wear. Strong gold wash remaining in the factory lettered grips that are in very fine condition. Bright shiny bore. Appears unfired. Box shows some light tattering on edges w/ some minor repairs. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1625/ZAL). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2424. SMITH & WESSON MILITARY & POLICE MODEL OF 1905 4TH CHANGE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 580093. Approx. 758,296 mfg. 1915-1942. Matching numbered 4” pinned bbl. w/ fixed sights. Blue finished, 5 screw, K frame w/ matching numbered 6 shot fluted cyl. 2 Piece diamond checkered black plastic grips w/ S&W monogram. Case colored service trigger & hammer. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ light marks, pinprick oxidation & cyl. turn line. Right grip has sm. cracks extending from screw hole. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1626/MD). CURIO. $400-600.
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2426. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1955 TARGET REVOLVER. Cal. 45 ACP. S# S 166514. Bbl. 6 1/2” pinned w/ Patridge front sight & frame mounted Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1956-1957 as pre Model 25 having 5 screw frame. Matching numbered bbl., cyl. & extractor. Case colored target hammer plus target trigger w/ added over travel screw. Exceptional non factory walnut target grips w/ 13 LPI wrap around checkering. Right grip w/ noticeable outward flare at top & bottom plus palm swell at mid rear. Left grip w/ pronounced checkered thumbrest. Grips fully cover grip frame & lower grip position at rear of trigger guard. Comfortable grip for right handed use & size L to XL. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ polished turn line. Light marks on left side of bbl. at midpoint. Light muzzle wear indicative of tabling revolver bbl. first; not holster wear as front edges of cyl. are not worn. Sm. spot of finish loss at left side of frame above trigger. Near excellent bore & grips. (21-4198/NW). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. 2427. SMITH & WESSON PREWAR 22 / 32 KIT GUN REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 3869. Bbl. 4” pinned w/ serrated ramp blade front sight & Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1953-1969; S# 101-135465. 4 Screw sideplate (none in front of trigger guard), flat cyl. latch plus standard case colored trigger & hammer. Matching S# on bbl., recessed cyl., extractor & diamond center Magna rnd. butt grips having silver medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good 2 piece blue base of box numbered 12903 plus lid having gray appearance & added label w/ “ROUND” ink stamped between bbl. length & finish. CONDITION: about very good overall w/ light high point wear plus cyl. turn line. Spots of peppery oxidation most noticeable on sideplate & in thumb latch area. Near excellent grips. Very good bore w/ occasional light pits. Very good to excellent chambers. (21-4206/NW). CURIO. $700-1,000. 2428. SMITH & WESSON POST WAR 32 REGULATION POLICE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W Long. S# 597576 (1946-1956). Bbl. 3 1/4” w/ fixed sights. Nickel finished, rnd. butt, 5 screw I frame. Matching numbered swing out 6 shot cyl. & matching numbered extractor. Case colored hammer & trigger. Matching numbered extended 2 piece diamond checkered walnut grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Red S&W box having appropriate label w/ pencil marked S#. Box in good condition w/ fraying at corners. CONDITION: Very good to near excellent overall appearance w/ light wear, minor pinprick oxidation & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1624/MD). CURIO. $600-1,000. 239
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2425. VERY FINE & SCARCE SMITH & WESSON EARLY MODEL 1950 ARMY REVOLVER W/ BOX. Cal. 45 Autorim. S# S211365. The 365th revolver made after the switch to the numerical model designation. The 5 1/2” bbl. is marked “45 Cal. Model 1950” (an updated version of the 45 hand ejector Model 17 w/ new hammer block & short throw action) on left. Model 22 designation is on inside of frame. Redesigned hammer & trigger are case hardened. Revolver is fitted w/ original walnut checkered grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: revolver comes in what is most likely its original gold blue printed box for this model & configuration. Box contains wrapping paper, warranty card, cleaning equipment, & screwdriver. Also present is a copy of an S&W factory letter stating that only 3,976 revolvers of this model were produced. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, possibly unfired. Retaining essentially all factory blue & grip finish, but does have bolt dragline on cyl. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically crisp. Box is very fine w/ some chipping on edges. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1701/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.
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2429. SMITH & WESSON 32 HAND EJECTOR MODEL OF 1903 5TH CHANGE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W Long. S# 251499. Approx. 160,499 mfg. 1946-1960. Matching numbered 3 1/4” pinned bbl. w/ fixed sights. Blue finished, rnd. butt, I frame w/ matching numbered 6 shot swing out cyl. & matching numbered 2 piece hard rubber diamond checkered grips w/ S&W monogram. Case colored service hammer & trigger. CONDITION: near excellent w/ cyl. turn line & pinprick oxidation. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1666/MD). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2430. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 22/32 KIT GUN REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 7747. Bbl. pinned 4” w/ serrated blade front sight & Micrometer adj. rear. Mfg. 1953-1957; beginning 1957 marked Model 34 (total production 1953-1991). Early features of rnd. butt frame, recessed cyl., flat cyl. release latch plus case colored groove faced trigger & checkered hammer. Diamond centered checkered walnut Magna grips w/ silver medallions matching numbered 7747. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance w/ faintest of beginning cyl. turn line, light rub marks on right side of hammer side plus very slight thinning on left side of bbl. at muzzle. Near excellent bore & grips. (21-4488/NW). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2431. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL K-22 REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 639657. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ Patridge blade front sight & smooth frame contoured adj. rear. Mfg. 1931-1940 w/in S# 632124-682419 as numbered w/in M&P 1905 4th change series. Blued w/ standard case colored trigger & hammer. Matching numbered bbl., cyl. & extractor. Later K frame walnut diamond center checkered Magna grips w/ silver medallions numbered 416245. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good gold K-22 box numbered K11610. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ factory quality refinish. Noticeable cyl. turn line, slight use wear, minimal high point thinning & occasional pinprick spot of oxidation. Near excellent bore, chambers & grips. (21-4228/NW). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2432. SMITH & WESSON MODEL K-22 MASTERPIECE REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# K6659. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ pinned Patridge front sight & corresponding Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1947 as post war 3rd model (1946-1957; model numbers next.) w/ matching numbered bbl., recessed cyl., extractor & diamond center checkered walnut grips having silver medallions. Early 5 screw model w/ grooved case colored standard trigger & corresponding checkered hammer. Referred to as pre Model 17. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good matching numbered original gold factory 2 piece box. Solid corners w/ scuffs on edges & slight depression in lid; bottom best appearing. CONDITION: about very good overall, exhibiting notable (well cared for) usage. Light high point wear at leading edges of cyl. along w/ light cyl. turn line. Very good grips w/ only faint marks on butt. Near excellent bore & chambers. Superb early production timing. (21-4400/NW). CURIO. $650-900.
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2433. S&W PRE 19 COMBAT MAGNUM REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# K261441. Bbl. Pinned 4” with Baughman serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable target rear sight. 4 screw square butt K frame. Recessed 6 shot fluted cylinder. Checkered semi target hammer. Serrated trigger. Checkered diamond S&W medallion target grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box & paperwork. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition with a minor dragline present. Vivid case coloring on hammer & trigger with hardly any function wear. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1522/ZAL) CURIO $800-1200
2434. SMITH & WESSON CASED 5 SCREW PRE-MODEL 29 REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# 165705. Bbl. 6 ½” pinned w/ Baughman red insert sight & corresponding white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1956 or 1957 (1955-1999) w/ blued finish & recessed cyl. Matching numbered bbl., cyl. & extractor. Case colored target trigger & target hammer. Diamond center checkered walnut grips of “coke bottle” shape having thumb recess. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue leatherette 44 Magnum marked case w/ shadow lined satin interior. Light stains & sm. tears in lower section that still retains three white elastic cords for tool set. Very good exterior w/ light scuffs on edges & few sm. marks on lid. Bottom w/ S# marked w/ white grease pencil. CONDITION: extremely faint beginning cyl. turn line & miniscule chip behind trigger guard on left grip at joining line. Overall appearance is definitely near excellent w/ recoil shield & cyl. face exhibiting test firing only. Very desirable & iconic S&W revolver in remarkable condition. (22-979/NW). CURIO. $1,700-2,200. 2435. SMITH & WESSON PRE-MODEL 29 REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# S 170372. Bbl. 6 1/2” pinned w/ red insert (loose) Baughman front sight & white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1956-1957 w/ blued finish & 4 screw frame. Case colored target trigger & hammer. Diamond center checkered walnut “Coke bottle” grips w/ thumb recess & silver medallions. Arguably S&W’s most famous firearm greatly enhanced by the “Dirty Harry” movie. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good appearing later mahogany case w/ tools & reconditioned interior using non factory black cloth. CONDITION: cyl. has noticeable turn line from functioning yet cyl. face & recoil shield has an unfired appearance plus all other aspects including bore & grips are clearly near excellent. Replacement bbl. & extractor w/out S#s; only cyl. matching numbered. (21-4213/NW). CURIO. $1,200-1.800. 2436. SMITH & WESSON TRIPLE LOCK REVOLVER. Cal. 44 S&W Spl. S# 9123. Bbl. 6 1/2” w/ integral semi circular front sight & shrouded ejector. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finished square butt five screw pinned bbl. N-frame action. This unique revolver is named for the 3rd lock located on the yoke. Two piece diamond checkered walnut grips w/ gold S&W medallions. Total of 15,376 mfg. 1908-1915. Elmer Keith & many firearms experts considered this to be the finest revolver ever made. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Hunter leather holster showing wear & mildew spots. CONDITION: over 95% original blue showing light muzzle & edge wear w/ cyl. drag line. Hammer & trigger retain good case colors. Grips have age darkened appearance showing light wear. Protected areas of revolver have coating of age hardened grease. Sound mechanics. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling showing sm. spots of very light pitting. (22-1211/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. 241
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2437. OKLAHOMA MARKED SMITH & WESSON PRE WAR 38/44 HEAVY DUTY DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 52760 (1903-1904). Matching numbered pinned 5” bbl. w/ fixed sights. Blue finished 5 screw N frame revolver w/ matching numbered swing out fluted 6 shot cyl. 2 Piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. Back strap has partial marking that reads “OKLAHO”; most like for a Oklahoma police unit marking. CONDITION: good overall appearance w/ reblued metal finish having areas of oxidation, wear, & cyl. turn line. Backstrap has gray appearance w/ oxidation. Very good grips w/ light marks. Very good bore. (22-2015/MD). CURIO. $400-600. 2438. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 10-8 REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# 13D6165. Bbl. 3” heavy ribbed w/ serrated ramp front sight. Square notch fixed rear sight. Checkered thin combat hammer w/ smooth combat trigger. Blued three screw K rnd. butt service frame. Checkered S&W monogram walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: very fine original finish w/ a mild operational dragline w/ a few minor scattered handling marks. Very good grips w/ light handling marks. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling appears unfired/test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1658/JZ). MODERN. $400-600. 2439. FACTORY LETTERED SMITH & WESSON 12-2 PINTO AIRWEIGHT WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 Spl. S# C813023. Bbl. pinned 2” Airweight. Original “Pinto” variant w/ factory letter indicating that it shipped in 1970 as a factory blued/nickel finish w/ a 2” bbl. & shipped to Amherst, MA. The attractive Pinto features a nickel plated bbl., cyl. & latch on a blued alloy frame w/ case hardened checkered combat hammer & serrated trigger. Checkered S&W magna grips numbered to the gun. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Roy Jinks S&W letter confirming configuration. Original box, cleaning rod & paperwork. CONDITION: overall near excellent original finish w/ light dragline. Left side of frame has a fine scratch above triggerguard bow, otherwise very fine. Vivid case coloring on hammer & trigger. Very good grips w/ a few light handling marks. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1653/ZAL). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2440. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 12-2 PINTO MILITARY & POLICE AIRWEIGHT DA REVOLVER WITH LETTER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# C816900 (Feb. 5, 1971). Nickel finished pinned 2” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & steel 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Blue finished, square butt, 3 screw K alloy service frame w/ matching numbered 2 piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ matching number & “KAS” on backs fo panels. Case colored service hammer & trigger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 page Roy Jinks letter dated July 31, 2019 detailing the history of the Model 12, the significance of the “C” S# prefix in relation to aluminum vs. steel cyls., along w/ information about this revolver. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance w/ light marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221652/MD). CURIO. $1,200-1,800. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2441. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 13-2 WITH BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 9D33295. Bbl. 4” heavy w/ wide matte rib. Serrated ramp front sight. Square notch frame rear sight. Thin checkered combat hammer. Blued finish. Case hardened hammer & wide smooth trigger. Checkered unnumbered magna rnd. butt grips. Six shot recessed cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unnumbered blue S&W Bangor Punta box. CONDITION: overall near excellent original blue finish w/ a few minor faint handling marks. Case hardened parts show minor light function wear w/ some mild freckled discoloration. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1659/ZAL). MODERN. $500-800.
2442. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 13-4 LEW HORTON LIMITED EDITION PERFORMANCE CENTER FS DOUBLE PORT (QUAD PORT) DAO REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# HPC0161 (1995). Limited production of 400. Magna ported 3” bbl. w/ serrated ramp front sight & shroud for ejector rod. Blue finished K frame w/ fluted 6 shot swing out cyl., case colored bobbed hammer & smooth trigger w/ travel stop, & Eagle checkered Secret Service grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W carry case w/ matching numbered label containing paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent including bore w/ only a cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221528/MD). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.
2443. NICKEL SMITH & WESSON 15-3 DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# Bbl. pinned 4” w/ serrated ramp front sight on raised rib. Adj. rear target sight. Checkered semi-target hammer. Serrated service trigger. Checkered S&W magna grips. Square butt K frame marked for nickel under the grips. Six shot unrecessed fluted cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original silver two piece Bangor Punta S&W box. Tools & paperwork included. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ a faint dragline. Strong case colored parts w/ a couple of sm. freckles & light function wear. Very faint evidence of test firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1683/ZAL). MODERN. $500-800. 2444. SMITH & WESSON 16-4 DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 32 Mag. S# BHS9346. Mfg. 1990. Bbl. 4” full lug w/ pinned Patridge front sight on raised rib & adj. target rear sight. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cyl. Semi target hammer, smooth combat trigger, serrated backstrap, Goncalo Alves wood combat grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall very fine w/ a faint dragline & a few scattered minor handling marks. Strong case colored parts w/ light function wear. Very good, light new grips w/ few impressions. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1700/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200. 243
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2445. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 17-2 REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# K787780. Bbl. 6” w/ rib & pinned gold McGivern Call bead front sight. White outline Micrometer rear sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. 3 Screw action w/ pinned bbl. & recessed cyl. Case colored standard trigger & target hammer. Goncalo Alves smooth square butt Magna grips. CONDITION: very good plus original finish w/ thinning & rub marks on each side of bbl. adjacent to ejector rod. Light function wear to include very faint beginning cyl. turn line. Slight rub marks on case coloring. Near excellent bore & grips. (21-4188/NW). CURIO. $650-900. 2446. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 17-2 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# K562250. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable white outline U notch rear sight. Blued bbl., frame & 6 shot fluted recessed cyl. Case hardened trigger & hammer. 2 Piece checkered walnut S&W grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: correct 2 piece blue S&W box w/ paperwork & cleaning kit. CONDITION: very good overall w/ very light wear at muzzle & front portion of front sight. Light cyl. dragline. Case colors appear bright & strong. Near excellent grips. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1708/BH). MODERN. $600-900. 2447. 2 SMITH & WESSON COMBAT MASTERPIECE REVOLVERS; MODELS 18-2 & 15-2. BOTH: bbls. 4” pinned w/ Baughman front sights & Micrometer adj. rears. Blued K frame revolvers w/ standard case colored triggers & hammers. Checkered Goncalo Alves target grips. Top portion of front sights w/ yellow color plus 2 yellow dots on rear sight blades. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good brown leatherette briefcase w/ yellow egg crate foam inside. CONDITION: very good to excellent appearances w/ very faint cyl. turn lines & occasional very slight point of finish loss. Near excellent bores & grips. 1) MODEL 182. Cal. 22LR. S# K639890. Mfg. 1965 (1949-1985). Grips w/ thumb recess having sm. grain mark that looks like a crack but isn’t. (22-32/ NW). 2) MODEL 15-2. Cal. 38 Spl. S# K561474. Mfg. 1964 (19491999). Speed loader cutout on grips ink stamped Jan 1985 on back; light marks on butt. (22-33/NW). BOTH CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2448. SMITH & WESSON 18-3 COMBAT MASTERPIECE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 6K25117 (1974). Pinned 4” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Blue finished w/ 6 shot fluted cyl., case colored grooved trigger & semi target hammer, along w/ 2 piece border checkered target Goncalo Alves grips w/ S&W medallions. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ factory quality refinished metal having light marks & cyl. turn line. Very good grips w/ light marks. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1721/MD). MODERN. $350-500.
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2449. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 19-3 ROUND BUTT DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 8K14992 (1975). Bbl. 2 1/2” w/ Baughman front sight & micrometer rear sight. Blue finished, rnd. butt, K target frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Semi target hammer & trigger. Fitted w/ Smith & Wesson patented grip adapter & 2 Piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions; grips have been altered on back sides to allow for grip adapter installation. CONDITION: very good overall w/ light marks & cyl. turn line. Grip adapter has marks associated w/ fitting & rubber filler has cracks. Near excellent bore. (22-2019/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2450. NO LOT. 2451. NO LOT.
2452. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 19-4 REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 64K2920. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ Patridge front sight & Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1980; 6” blued variation discontinued 1981. Recessed cyl. & checkered Goncalo Alves target grips w/ speed loader cut out. Standard case colored grooved faced trigger & checkered hammer. CONDITION: minimal evidence of firing & barely noticeable turn line; all other aspects near excellent including bore & grips. (22-149 /NW). MODERN. $600-850.
2453. NO LOT
2454. PERUVIAN EXPORT SMITH & WESSON 19-P DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# AWE1270. Bbl. 4” w/ ramp front sight having yellow colored grooved along w/ Peru proofs on bottom. Blue finished square butt w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl., case colored combat hammer & smooth trigger, along w/ 2 piece border checkered Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance w/ light handling marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1698/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
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2455. SMITH & WESSON 22-4 THUNDER RANCH SPECIAL WITH ORIGINAL POUCH & BOX. Cal. 45 ACP. S# TRR1719. Bbl. 4” w/ 2/3 lug. Pinned half moon service front sight w/ square notch rear sight. Unrecessed six shot fluted cyl. Semi-target checkered hammer. Smooth trigger. Checkered diamond Thunder Ranch logo grips. Built on a square butt N frame w/ internal lock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: OD green Thunder Ranch revolver pouch & original box. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent w/ a light dragline. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears lightly fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221720/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
2456. SMITH & WESSON 242 AIRLITE TI CENTENNIAL DAO REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. +P. S# CDE7037 (1999). Aluminum alloy L frame revolver w/ 2 1/2” bbl., fixed sights, 7 shot swing out Titanium cyl., smooth trigger & Uncle Mike’s boot grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Matching numbered box w/ lockable display case containing paperwork & trigger lock. CONDITION: near excellent overall including bore w/ only cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1675/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
2457. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 24-3 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S#AEL1138. Bbl. 3” w red insert Baughman sight plus white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1984-1985 as special edition of 1,000 units for Lew Horton Dist. w/ blued finish plus case colored standard hammer & smooth faced combat trigger. Goncalo Alves finger grooved combat grips w/ silver medallions on rnd. butt N frame. CONDITION: very faint cyl. turn line & very light handling marks on left grip; all other aspects near excellent including bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1684/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200
2458. SMITH & WESSON LEW HORTON SPECIAL 24-3 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S# AEL1293. Limited edition mfg. 1984-1985. Bbl. 3” w/ red insert ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Blue finished N target frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl., case colored semi target hammer, smooth trigger & 2 piece finger grooved Goncalo Alves grips w/ S&W medallions & speed loader cutout. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ handling marks, cyl. turn line & 1 spot of highly concentrated pitting near muzzle. Very good grips. Very good bore. (22-2025/MD). MODERN. $800-1,200.
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2459. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-5 DA REVOLVER WITH CASE. Cal. 45 Colt. S# AJS8972. Bbl. 3 1/4” w/ red insert Baughman sight plus white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. mid 1980’s w/ 3 letter prefix S#; blued finish plus case colored target trigger & target hammer. Later production diamond center checkered laminated grips w/ silver medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent modern laminated wood case w/ foam padded interior & S&W logo engraved on top of lid & manual. CONDITION: very slight cyl. turn line & very light marks on front of cyl.; all other aspects near excellent. Hammer spring sides ground , reducing width to lighten action. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1685/NW). MODERN. $900-1,400. 2460. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-5 REVOLVER. Cal. 45 LC. S# N827804. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ Baughman red insert front sight & white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1980-1983 w/ case colored target trigger & hammer. Checkered Goncalo Alves target grips w/ speed loader cutout. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unlabeled & unmarked S&W style blue box w/ packaging to include manual, cleaning kit, screwdriver & 2 HKS speed loaders. CONDITION: very good general original appearance w/ spots of finish loss as if by chemicals on right side above trigger & thumbprint sized spot on cyl. (also lightly pitted) plus light cyl. turn line. Very light firing residue. Very good plus grips w/ some very faint marks. Near excellent bore & chambers. (21-4221/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200. 2461. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-5 DAREVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# N843295. Bbl. 3 3/8” pinned w/ red insert Baughman sight plus white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1981 w/ blued finish plus case colored target trigger & target hammer. Later production diamond center checkered laminated grips w/ silver medallions. CONDITION: very slight cyl. turn line, frame wear mark from cyl. latch & light marks on front of cyl. from contact w/ rear of bbl.; all other aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1685/NW). MODERN. $900-1,400.
2462. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-7 “MODEL OF 1989” REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 45 Colt. S# BDS7478. Bbl. 5” rib w/ 1/2 lug. Serrated ramp front sight on raised rib & adj. target rear sight. Wide checkered target hammer. Wide serrated target trigger. Unrecessed six shot nonfluted cyl. Stippled rubber Hogue monogrip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall very fine w/ a light dragline & a couple of scattered minor handling marks. Vivid case coloring w/ some minor function wear. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired/test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1719/ZAL). MODERN. $600-900. 2463. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-9 DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 45 Colt. S# BFE2325. Bbl. 4” ribbed w/ 2/3 lug. Serrated ramp front sight w/ red insert on raised rib. Adj. target rear sight. Unrecessed six shot fluted cyl. Checkered wide target hammer. Wide serrated target trigger. Serrated backstrap. Checkered S&W monogram target grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box. CONDITION: overall very fine original finish w/ a light dragline present. Vivid case color hammer & trigger showing light function wear. Very good grips w/ a few scattered light handling marks. Bright, shiny bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired/ test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1517/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200. 247
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2464. SMITH & WESSON REGISTERED MAGNUM DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 48508. Registration Number 1231. Introduced in 1935, the 357 Mag. brought handgun power to an unprecedented height. S&W first produced the 357 Magnum as an N frame double action revolver w/ a registration number stamped on the yoke cut. The registered magnums are one of the most important & sought after handguns of the 20th century. About 5,224 mfg. 1934-1939. Bbl. 6” rnd. w/ rib & shrouded ejector. Red ramp pinned blade front sight w/ white outline square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted swing out cyl. Five screw N frame action w/ pinned bbl. Top of frame & rib are checkered. Grip straps are grooved. Grooved case colored trigger & case colored hammer w/ checkered spur. Two piece walnut magna diamond checkered grips w/ silver S&W medallions. CONDITION: over 95% original blue showing muzzle & edge wear w/ a cyl. dragline. Grips have good finish. Smooth mechanics. Bore is bright w/ near excellent rifling. (22-1498/DS). CURIO. $6,000-9,000.
2465. SMITH & WESSON PRE MODEL 27 HIGHWAY PATROLMAN DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# S120271. Bbl. 6” w/ extractor shroud & rib. Serrated ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. N-frame 5 screw action w/ pinned bbl. Blue finish w/ .250 case colored serrated trigger. .375 case colored hammer. 2 piece walnut diamond checkered target grips w/ silver S&W medallions. Grips are numbered to gun. CONDITION: over 97% blue showing light muzzle & edge wear w/ cyl. drag line. Hammer & trigger retain 90% case colors. Grips have very good finish showing sm. marks at butt. Crisp action, bright near excellent bore. (22-1033/DS). CURIO. $900-1,200.
2466. SMITH & WESSON 3 1/2” MODEL 27-2 DA REVOLVER WITH CASE. Cal. 357 Mag. S# N610360. Bbl. 3 12” pinned w/ Baughman sight plus Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1980 w/ blued finish plus case colored target trigger & target hammer. Checkered Goncalo Alves target grips w/ thumb recess. S&W’s premiere 357 Magnum revolver built on N frame. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent mahogany presentation case complete w/ paperwork & tool set. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent w/ new, unfired appearance. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1515/NW). MODERN. $900-1,400.
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2469. SMITH & WESSON 28-2 HIGHWAY PATROLMAN DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# N14415 (1969-1972). Pinned 4” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & non serrated micrometer rear sight. Blue finished, 3 screw, square butt, N frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Case colored service trigger & semi target hammer. 2 Piece checkered walnut target grips w/ S&W medallions. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance w/ light wear, & cyl. turn line. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1514/MD). CURIO. $500-700.
2470. SMITH & WESSON NICKEL MODEL 29-2 REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# N602504. Bbl. 6 1/2” pinned w/ red insert Baughman sight & corresponding white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1979 or 1980 w/ recessed cyl. Case colored grooved target trigger & checkered target hammer. Goncalo Alves checkered target grips w/ thumb recess. Very desirable Model 29 in nickel finish. CONDITION: very faint turn line from functioning; appears factory test fired as only 3 chamber mouths have any evidence of firing. Overall near excellent including bore & grips. (22-332/NW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2471. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-3 ELMER KEITH COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# EMK1493. Bbl. 4” w/ Baughman red insert sight plus gold lined banners & commemorative lettering; White outline Micrometer rear sight. Mfg. 1985 in limited run of 2500 units honoring the founder of 44 Mag. cartridge & Model 29 revolver. Keith is considered the dean of American gun writers & lived from 1899-1984. Frame has likeness of Keith & his signature plus “1 of 2500”. Cyl. has 4 gold writings: “Salmon Idaho”, “Six Guns” (famous book he authored), “Hell I Was There” (other famous book), & “1st Outstanding Handgunner” (1st recipient of prestigious yearly award). Case colored target trigger & hammer. Smooth Goncalo Alves Magna grips w/ silver medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: hardwood presentation case w/ commemorative plaque on lid; numerous scratches on lid & some on balance. Near excellent blue velvet shadow line interior. No key. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears new & unfired. (21-4416/NW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500. 249
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2467. FACTORY ENGRAVED MODEL 27-2 SMITH & WESSON REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# N711278. Blued finish 4” bbl. w/ checkered top rib & top of frame w/ adj. sights w/ red front bead. Blued frame fitted w/ target hammer & target trigger has S&W logo on left side & other factory markings on right. Frame, bbl. & cyl. are engraved w/ near full coverage lg. open shaded scroll. Rosewood Magna type grips are uncheckered, but have S&W medallions. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, very close to “as new”, appears unfired. There are faint bolt drag marks on cyl. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically crisp. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1520/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.
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2472. SMITH & WESSON 296 AIRLITE TI CENTENNIAL DAO REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S# CDF9598 (1999). Aluminum alloy L frame revolver w/ 2 1/2” bbl., fixed sights, 5 shot swing out Titanium cyl., smooth trigger & Uncle Mike’s boot grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: lockable display case containing trigger lock. CONDITION: near excellent overall including bore w/ only cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1677/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
2473. SMITH & WESSON DA PERFECTED MODEL NICKEL PLATED REVOLVER. Cal. 38 S&W. S# 3072. The last design of the break open Smith & Wesson. The now familiar sidelatch & top latch need to be operated simultaneously to open pistol. This example has 4” bbl. w/ Smith & Wesson info on top & patent dates, the last being “06”. Five shot fluted cyl., case hardened hammer & trigger. Smith & Wesson logo on left side of frame. Smith & Wesson hard rubber grips. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, retaining nearly all factory finishes w/ only some minor handling marks & fairly strong bolt drag mark on cyl. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically crisp. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1722/MGM). CURIO. $500-800.
2474. SMITH & WESSON 30-1 THE 32 HAND EJECTOR DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W (Long). S# H64718 (1974). Pinned 3” bbl. w/ ramp front sight. Blue finish J frame w/ fluted 6 shot swing out cyl., grooved trigger, combat hammer & 2 piece border checkered Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Bangor Punta box w/ matching numbered label containing paperwork & cleaning kit. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ minimal marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1623/MD). MODERN. $400-600.
2475. SMITH & WESSON 30-1 THE 32 HAND EJECTOR DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W Long. S# 799035 (1961-1969). Blue finished I frame w/ 2” bbl., fixed sights & 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Matching numbered 2 piece rnd. butt border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. Case colored combat hammer & grooved trigger. CONDITION: Very good overall w/ wear, handling marks, areas of oxidation & cyl. turn line. Good grips have worn finish, moderate marks & sm. chips. Very good bore. (22-2046/MD). CURIO. $400-600. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2477. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 325 THUNDER RANCH DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 ACP. S# CVM4360 (2014). Matte black finished, Scandium alloy, N target frame w/ 4” bbl. & 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Interchangeable blade front sight w/ gold bead, square notch adj. rear sight. Hogue monogrip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box containing Thunder Ranch theme green carrying case & paperwork, lock keys, trigger lock, accessory rail & DVD. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ light handling marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1711/MD). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2478. SMITH & WESSON 327 NIGHT GUARD REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# CLZ6558. Bbl. 2 1/2” two piece w/ full lug. Pinned Trijicon H3 front night sight & fixed U notch rear sight. Wide checkered target hammer. Smooth trigger. Unrecessed 8-shot fluted cyl. Matte black alloy frame w/ internal lock. S&W monogram checkered rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, paperwork, lock & speed loaders. CONDITION: appears like new & unfired/testfired. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1678/ZAL). MODERN. $700-1,100.
2479. SMITH & WESSON 331 CHIEFS SPECIAL AIRLITE TI DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 H&R Mag. S# CDH8033 (1999). Bbl. 1 7/8” w/ steel liner, shroud & fixed sights. Stainless aluminum alloy, rnd. butt, J frame w/ 7 shot swing out Titanium cyl., smooth trigger & Uncle Mike’s boot grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Matching numbered box w/ lockable display case containing paperwork & trigger lock. CONDITION: near excellent overall including bore w/ only cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1610/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
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2476. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 317-1 AIRWEIGHT TARGET WITH FACTORY BOX. (1 OF 120 MFG.) Cal. 22 LR. S# CEF6245. Bbl. 2” stainless w/ red ramp insert front sight on raised rib. Adj. target sight. Alloy frame w/ weight reducing grooves on backstrap & triggerguard. Serrated bobbed hammer. Smooth trigger. Checkered hard rubber one piece grips. Recessed 8 shot fluted alloy cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box (with features marked as “special” on label) w/ paper work. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ a faint dragline on cyl. Light evidence of firing. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221605/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200.
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2480. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 34-1 (MODEL 51 CONFIGURED) DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# M76639 (1973-1977). Blue finished, rnd. butt, J frame w/ model marking “34-1” yet has Model 51 features; pinned 3 1/2” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & 6 shot 22 Mag. fluted swing out cyl.; the Model 51 was discontinued 1974. Other features include Micrometer rear sight, grooved service trigger & semi target hammer & 2 piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W logo & mismatched number on back. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ light marks & cyl. turn line. Very good bore. (22-2038/MD). MODERN. $500-750.
2481. NICKEL SMITH & WESSON 34-1 WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 22 LR. S# M212037. Bbl. 2” w/ high profile serrated ramp front sight. Micro meter adj. target rear sight. Case colored semi-target hammer & serrated trigger. Recessed six shot fluted cyl. J frame w/ nickel markings under grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, tools & paperwork. CONDITION: overall like new nickel finish. Case colored parts show light function wear w/ strong colors. Near excellent grips w/ light impressions. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears as unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221615/ZAL). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2482. SMITH & WESSON 34-1 MODEL OF 1953 22/32 KIT GUN DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# M84106 (1973-1977). Pinned 2” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Blue finished J frame w/ swing out 6 shot fluted cyl., grooved trigger, & matching numbered border checkered Magna rnd. butt grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Bangor Punta box w/ matching numbered label containing cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ minimal marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1616/MD). MODERN. $500-800.
2483. SMITH & WESSON PRE-MODEL 37 CHIEF’S SPECIAL DA AIRWEIGHT REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 43755. Bbl. 2” rnd. w/ rib & serrated ramp front sight. Five shot fluted swing out cyl. Four screw alloy action w/ pinned bbl. Case colored hammer & trigger. Two piece checkered walnut rnd. butt grips w/ silver rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: over 90% metal finish showing muzzle & carry wear w/ cyl. dragline. Front sight has added red paint & rear sight has white paint highlighting. Grips show light wear on handling marks. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-1500/DS). CURIO. $450-600.
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2484. SMITH & WESSON 351 AIRLIGHT PD. Cal. 22 MRF. S# DCX8942. Bbl. 1 7/8” two piece w/ full lug. Introduced at the 2004 Shotshow. Early variant w/ Ahrens Cocobola wood boot grips. Hi-Viz red front sight. Fixed U notch rear sight. J Magnum rnd. butt alloy frame w/ internal lock. Recessed 7 shot fluted alloy cyl. Laser etched S&W markings. Checkered combat hammer w/ smooth trigger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, paperwork & lock. CONDITION: overall very good w/ dragline present on cyl. Very good grips. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling showing evidence of light firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1737/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
2485. SMITH & WESSON 357 NIGHT GUARD DA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Mag. S# CNV3471. Bbl. 2 1/2” w/ full lug. Trijicon H3 front night sight. U notch fixed rear sight. Checkered combat hammer. Smooth combat trigger. Rnd. butt alloy frame w/ internal lock. Smith & Wesson monogram checkered one piece rubber grips. Black matte finish w/ stainless bbl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, lock & paperwork. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ a faint dragline & scattered minor handling marks. Good, bright bore shows evidence of light firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1676/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2486. 2 SMITH & WESSON NICKEL REVOLVERS. 1) MODEL 36. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 818J17. Bbl. 1 7/8” pinned. Mfg. approx. 1970’s w/ nickel finish, square butt frame & checkered walnut Magna grips having silver medallions. Case colored standard trigger & hammer plus blued extractor. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good 2 piece Bangor Punta box w/ 1 broken corner on lid; labeled for Model 60. CONDITION: very good to near excellent appearance having original finish & faint cyl. turn line plus slight cleaned firing residue on cyl. face. Near excellent bore. (21-4210/NW). 2) MODEL 31-1. Cal. 32 S&W Long. S# H105449. Bbl. 1 7/8” pinned. Mfg. 1981 w/ square butt frame having checkered walnut Magna grips & silver medallions. Standard case colored trigger & hammer. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good to very good 2 piece blue Bangor Punta box & manual labeled for earlier H prefix revolver. CONDITION: good to very good overall appearance w/ some areas of peppery oxidation most noticeable on cyl. & inside trigger guard. Cleaned moderate to heavy pitting on areas covered by grips. Very good grips w/ light hand wear. Light firing residue. Near excellent bore. (21-4212/NW). ALL MODERN. $900-1,200.
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2487. RARE FACTORY “C” ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON M36 CHIEF SPECIAL REVOLVER WITH BOX & LETTER. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# J833584. Bbl. pinned 2” w/ serrated ramp front sight. Square notch fixed rear sight. Foliate scroll engraved 3 screw blued square butt J frame. Unrecessed 5 shot fluted cyl. Checkered service hammer. Serrated trigger. Smooth square butt magna style grips that are numbered to the gun. Letter indicates that this revolver was a special engraved variation that shipped in 1981 to Clearfield Hardware in Clearfield, PA w/ a 2” bbl., fixed sights, blue finish & checkered walnut square butt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, paperwork & Roy Jinks S&W letter. CONDITION: overall very fine original finish w/ some faint handling marks & a mild dragline. Strong case coloring. Shows minor function wear. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1603/ZAL). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2488. RARE FACTORY “C” ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON M37 CHIEF SPECIAL AIRWEIGHT WITH ORIGINAL BOX & LETTER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# J822225. Bbl. 2” airweight marked w/ thin serrated ramp front sight. Square notched fixed rear sight. Foliate scroll engraved blued rnd. butt J alloy frame. Unrecessed 5 shot steel fluted cyl. Checkered service hammer. Serrated trigger. Smooth walnut S&W medallion grips numbered to the gun. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, paperwork & Roy Jinks S&W letter indicating it was shipped in Oct. 1981 to Clearfield Hardware in Clearfield, PA as a 2” blue finish “C” engraved w/ checkered walnut rnd. butt grips. CONDITION: all aspects appear like new w/ a light dragline on the cyl. Grips show a few minor handling marks & dings. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1602/ ZAL). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2489. UNUSUAL SMITH & WESSON MODEL “38” BODYGUARD AIRWEIGHT REVOLVER. Cal. 38 S&W. S# 36J948. Bbl. 2” pinned w/ .70” serrated ramped blade sight. Mfg.1972 per 2022 factory letter stating shipped to HW Harris Co. of Chicago on April 3, 1972. 1 Of 10 shipped along w/ multiples of other models. Listed as Model 38 that was only mfg. in 38 Spl. yet has “38 S&W” marked bbl. & shorter 1.40” cyl. as used on Model 32 Terrier. Thought to be prototype due to unusual configuration or possibly assembled w/ Terrier bbl. & cyl. Original Bodyguards had 1.53” cyls. throughout production of 2 model variations. Appears likely this was factory mistake or rebarreled w/ matching cyl. Standard alloy rnd. butt J frame having case colored grooved trigger & covered hammer w/ grooved spur showing. Checkered walnut Magna grips numbered 999357. Sight blade measures .70” wide w/ references indicating sight widths of .10” & .125”. As normal for time of production, bbl. & cyl. not numbered. Bottom left side of frame stamped 35960 which is also on cyl. crane. Model stamping inside yoke reads “MOD836” w/ 3 appearing to be over stamped another number; none of this marking matches any combination of known models (normal would be just 38). Late production coil hammer spring. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter & copy of original invoice. CONDITION: very good overall appearance w/ light high point wear such as edges of trigger guard & at muzzle. Slight turn line on cyl. along w/ random spots of finish loss. Near excellent bore & grips. (21-2583/NW). CURIO. $700-1,000.
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2491. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 42 CENTENNIAL AIRWEIGHT. Cal. 38 Spl. S# L8568. Bbl. 2”. Dbl. action only four screw J frame. Five shot fluted cyl. Blued finish. Pinned bbl. w/ grip safety on backstrap. Walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. Fully concealed hammer. Serrated front sight & trigger. MAGS: none. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original 7 3/4”x4 3/4” blue cardboard box w/ metal corners. Original cleaning kit. Paperwork. CONDITION: original finish is complete & consistent in coverage w/ minor thinning towards front, below cyl. All outward appearances indicate very little use as cyl. only possesses the faintest dragline. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1613/JZ). MODERN. $500-800.
2492. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 43 THE 1955 .22/.32 KIT GUN AIRWEIGHT DA REVOLVER W/ ORIG. BOX. Cal. 22 LR. S# M70307 (19731974). Pinned 3 1/2” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Blue finished, square butt, alloy, target J frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out alloy cyl. Case colored hammer & trigger. Matching numbered 2 piece checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: orig. box. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ cyl. turn line & light marks. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1656/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
2493. SMITH & WESSON 44 DOUBLE ACTION FIRST MODEL REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Winchester Ctg. (44-40). S# 12230. Bbl. 6” w/ rib & semi circular front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Top break action w/ full nickel finish. 2 Piece pearl grips. Total of 53,590 shipped between 1881-1913, all frames mfg. prior to 1899. CONDITION: 70% remaining nickel, showing scratching and marks, blending w/ areas of dark patina, light pitting & surface corrosion. Grips show wear, scratches & handling marks. Action shows wear & some looseness at hinge. Dark pitted bore w/ largely intact rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jack Verret Sr. (01-20711/DS). ANTIQUE. $500-800.
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2490. SMITH & WESSON 396 NIGHT GUARD DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 44 Spl. S# DCK3737. Bbl. 2 1/2” w/ full lug. Pinned Trijicon H3 front night sight. Fixed U notch rear sight. Checkered semi target hammer. Smooth combat trigger. Alloy frame w/ internal lock. Unrecessed 5 shot fluted cyl. S&W monogram checkered rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ light dragline on cyl. Very good bore. Shows evidence of light firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221677/ZAL). MODERN. $700-1,100.
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2494. SATIN NICKEL SMITH & WESSON MODEL 442 SPECIAL CENTENNIAL AIRWEIGHT REVOLVER. Cal. 38 S&W. S# BRE2381. Bbl. 1 7/8” w/ serrated ramp front sight & fixed square notch frame rear sight. Unrecessed 5 shot fluted cyl. Three screw rnd. butt hammerless J frame. “AIRWEIGHT” laser inscribed on sideplate. Smooth combat trigger. No internal lock. Checkered rubber boot grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ a light dragline. Bright bore, sharp rifling. Appears unfired/ test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1609/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
2495. SMITH & WESSON 442-1 PERFORMANCE CENTER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. +P. S# DDR7305. 2” Bbl. w/ serrated ramp front sight & fixed square notch rear sight. Matte black 3 screw rnd. butt J frame w/ concealed hammer & laser etched Performance Center marking. Nickel plated unrecessed 5 shot fluted cyl., latch & smooth combat trigger. S&W logo checkered 2 piece plastic boot grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects like new. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling appears lightly fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1644/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
2496. RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 45 DA REVOLVER MFG. BY REQUEST OF THE U.S. POST OFFICE DEPARTMENT WITH LETTER, ORIGINAL BOX & 1967 POST OFFICE DEPARTMENT METHODS HANDBOOK FOR THE USE AND CARE OF REVOLVERS. Cal. 22 LR. S# C429847. Bbl. pinned 4” tapered w/ serrated ramp front sight & square notch rear sight (the only K frame produced in 22 LR w/ out target sights other than special orders). Case colored checkered semi-target hammer & serrated trigger. Blued 5 screw square butt K service frame. Checkered diamond escutcheon S&W magna grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & Roy Jinks S&W letter indicating this revolver shipped Aug. 1962 to Charles Greenblatt Inc, New York, NY w/ 4” bbl., blued finish & checkered walnut grips. Letter further indicates that this was 1 of 1,500 that were produced as overruns to the government order & were sent to S&W distributors. Also includes Post Office 1967 manual. CONDITION: all aspects appears like new w/ a very faint dragline. Vivid case colored parts. Very fine grips w/ only a few minor handling marks. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (2201663/ZAL). CURIO. $2,000-3,000. 2497. NO LOT. 2498. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 460XVR REVOLVER. Cal. 460 S&W. S# CJK6680. Bbl. 7 1/2” full lug w/ integral muzzle brake giving total length of 8 3/8”. Mfg. 2005 w/ green fiber optic front sight & Micrometer rear. 5 Rd. fluted cyl., internal lock, cyl. release w/ speed loader clearance plus flash chromed smooth faced trigger & checkered hammer. Pebble grained S&W logo, finger grooved rubber grip by Hogue. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory matching blue plastic case w/ packaging to include extra muzzle brake having more ports. DeSantis M40 hunting style nylon shoulder holster. CONDITION: clean firing residue on face of cyl.; all other aspects including bore near excellent. (22-166/NW). MODERN. $900-1,400. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2500. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 48 REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Mag. S# 5K91195. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ pinned Patridge profile factory sight having square red face plus white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1974 (19591986) w/ blued finish, recessed cyl. & smooth Goncalo Alves grips w/ thumb recess & matching grain pattern on butt. Case colored target trigger & hammer. CONDITION: slight cyl. turn line & very sm. spot on left side of bbl. near muzzle; all other aspects near excellent including bore & grips. (214196/NW). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2501. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 48-3 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Mag. RF. S# 8K77904. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ serrated ramp front sight having orange insert. Adjustable white outline U notch rear sight. Blued frame, bbl. & 6 shot recessed fluted cyl. Case hardened hammer & trigger. 2 Piece checkered walnut S&W grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: non matching blue 2 piece S&W box. Spare recessed 6 shot fluted cyl. CONDITION: very good metal finish w/ a few sm. scattered handling marks & faint cyl. dragline. Case colors are slightly muted but still present. Grips show a few minor impressions. Bright shiny bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221707/BH). MODERN. $600-900.
2502. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 48-4 REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Mag. S# 18K6245. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ Patridge front sight & Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1977 w/ standard case colored trigger & hammer. Walnut checkered target grips w/ thumb recess & silver medallions. Recessed cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good Bangor Punta 2 piece box w/ handwritten Model 28 label; overwritten to Model 48 specs. CONDITION: generally near excellent appearance w/ extremely faint marks on butt & evidence of very minimal use on recoil shield. Hint of beginning cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore chambers. (21-4223/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200. 257
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2499. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 460XVR SERIES REVOLVER. Cal. 460 S&W Mag. S# DKS4445. Bbl. 12” fluted w/ Performance Center sleeve having Picatinny slots on top & bottom; “PC” logo by cyl. latch. Mfg. 2008-2020 w/ 12” configuration. Black banded Patridge blade sight designed for quick removal when scoped. Flash chromed smooth faced medium width trigger & low spur checkered hammer. Relieved cyl. latch & internal lock mechanism. S&W finger grooved pebble grained rubber Monogrip by Hogue. X frame revolver w/ 5 rd. cyl. & PC tuned action. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W PC nylon carry case w/ packaging to include swivel set for grip & YHM sling stud adaptor for accessory rail. CONDITION: extremely faint turn line plus light firing residue in action & on cyl. face; all other aspects near excellent including bore. (22-1465/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.
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2503. SMITH & WESSON 48-4 REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 22 MRF. S# 231K525. Bbl. 4” ribbed. Baughman quick draw front sight. Adjustable target rear sight. Blued 3 screw square butt K frame with serrated straps. Recessed 6 shot fluted cylinder. Semi target hammer. Smooth combat trigger. Checkered S&W medallion magna grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box & paperwork. CONDITION: All aspects appear in very fine original condition with the exception of a mild dragline present and a couple of minor handling marks. Vivid case colored parts with mild function wear. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Appears only lightly or test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1679/ZAL) MODERN $600-900 2504. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 48-4 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Mag. RF. S# 78K0193. Bbl. 4” pinned w/ Baughman front sight. Adjustable U notch rear sight. Blued bbl., frame & 6 shot recessed cyl. Case hardened Trigger & hammer. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips. CONDITION: very good to excellent blued finish w/ a few minor handling marks. Trigger & hammer retain strong case colors. Very good grips have a few scattered light handling marks. Bright shiny bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1680/BH). MODERN. $600-900.
2505. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 49 BODYGUARD REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# J63187. Bbl. 2” pinned w/ serrated blade sight & corresponding frame notched rear. Mfg. 1969-1970 (1959-1996); 1969 was 1st year of J prefix. Nicely engraved w/ gold accents to include bbl. markings along w/ front & rear bbl. rings. Each side of revolver has gold borders segmented w/ sm. dots at ends; flutes similarly outlined in gold. Scroll engraving w/ punch dot backgrounds. Upper area of sideplate has mountain in background plus lg. bird of prey w/ talons at the ready swooping down onto game bird. Left side bordered to match its checkered walnut Magna grips w/ sliver medallions (S# 899098). Sideplate border would allow for larger target style grip. Backstrap, bottom of trigger guard, end of yoke, bottom front of frame & top strap also engraved. Very attractive workmanship w/ no engraver’s signature found. Standard case colored grooved trigger & spur hammer. CONDITION: light function wear on ejector. Sm. depression on rounded edge of cyl. window at bottom mid point. All other aspects near excellent including bore & grips w/ unfired appearance. (21-3969/NW). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
2506. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 49 BODYGUARD REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# J924856. Bbl. 2” w/ thin serrated ramp front sight & fixed square notch rear sight. Blued 3 screw rnd. butt shrouded J frame. Unrecessed 5 shot fluted cyl. Serrated trigger. Checkered S&W medallion magna grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects appear like new w/ a faint dragline. Vivid case coloring w/ light function wear. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1608/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
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2508. MATTE BLUED SMITH & WESSON 042 CENTENNIAL AIRWEIGHT. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# BPF6696. Bbl. 2” w/ serrated raised ramp front sight & square notch fixed rear sight. Unrecessed five shot fluted cyl. Three screw concealed hammer alloy J frame. Smooth combat trigger. Checkered rubber boot grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall near excellent, appears unfired. Bright bore sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1650/ ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
2509. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 50 CHIEF’S SPECIAL TARGET WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# Bbl. 2” pinned w/ high profile serrated ramp front sight. Micro meter adj. rear sight. Smooth straps. Checkered service hammer & serrated trigger. Five shot unrecessed fluted cyl. Blued finish w/ case hardened trigger & hammer. Checkered walnut S&W magna grips w/ matching numbers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original S&W Bangor Punta two piece blue box. Tools & paperwork included. CONDITION: overall near excellent original blue finish w/ a very mild, faint dragline & a few scattered light handling marks. Case hardened parts retain strong colors w/ some minor function wear. Near excellent grips w/ a few light dents. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1617/ ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200. 2510. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 51 “1960 22/32 KIT GUN MAGNUM” DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Mag. S# M45561 (1971-1973). Pinned 3 1/2” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Blue finished, square butt, J frame target magnum revolver w/ w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. & 2 piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Bangor Punta box w/ Model 51 specs on end containing matching numbered detached label, paperwork & cleaning kit. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ a few light marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1655/MD). MODERN. $700-1,100. 259
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2507. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON LEW HORTON MODEL 032 CENTENNIAL DAO REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Mag. (32 H&R Mag.) S# BNW4334. As stated in provided Roy Jinks 2 page letter “a special run complete for Smith & Wesson distributor Lew Horn. This model called the Model 032 was assembled from parts left from the original production run. These revolvers differed in that the were complete with carbon steel carrels and cylinders and the gun was then finished with a blue finish. These revolvers were produced in the serial number range of BKN9773 BKN9910 and BNW4300 - BNW4335 with a complete production of 174 units. We have researched your Smith & Wesson Centennial Model 032, caliber .32 Magnum in company records which indicate that your handgun, with serial number BNW4334, was shipped from our factory on January 6, 1993, and delivered to Lew Horton Distributing Co., Westboro, MA. The records indicate that this revolver was shipped with a 2 inch barrel and a matte blue finish.” This J frame revolver comes w/ 2 piece rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: April 13, 99 dated Roy Jinks 2 page letter describing the history of the Centennial model J frame revolvers along w/ the original production run that lead to the Model 032. Also included is a factory box w/ matching label containing paperwork & cleaning kit. CONDITION: near excellent overall including bore w/ only a faint cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1651/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2511. NICKEL SMITH & WESSON 51 DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 22 MRF. Bbl. pinned 3 1/2” w/ high profile serrated pinned ramp front sight on narrow rib. Adj. target rear sight. Recessed six shot fluted cyl. Checkered service hammer w/ wide serrated target trigger. Checkered S&W magna grips numbered to the gun. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original two piece S&W Bangor Punta box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall near excellent original finish w/ a few minor light handling marks & faint dragline. Vivid case colored parts w/ light function wear. Very good grips w/ a few scattered handling marks. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1657/ZAL). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. 2512. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 520 DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# N558476. Originally ordered for the New York state police but never delivered, it is the only 357 Mag. on an N frame w/ out target sights. Approx. 3,000 mfg. Bbl. pinned 4” w/ 2/3 lug. Serrated ramp front sight on narrow rib & square notch fixed rear sight. Checkered service hammer w/ serrated trigger. Smooth straps. Recessed six shot fluted cyl. Blued 3 screw square butt N service frame. Checkered S&W monogram magna grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall like new w/ very faint dragline. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Vivid case colors w/ light function wear. Very good grips w/ a few scattered handling marks. Appears unfired/test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1702/ZAL). MODERN. $500-700. 2513. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 53 REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Rem. Jet. S# K441089. Bbl. 6” pinned w/ Baughman front sight & Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1961 as 4 screw model w/ blued finish & recessed cyl. Diamond center checkered walnut target grips w/ thumb recess, some nice figure & silver medallions. Case colored standard trigger & CF/RF selector hammer. Earliest variation of high velocity 22 designed for ways of utilizing both Jet centerfire & regular rimfire ammo. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 6 S&W Jet chamber inserts allowing use of 22RF ammo (5 w/ slight burrs at beginning of chamber needing to be chased w/ finish reamer). Auxiliary recessed 22 LR cyl. w/ very faint hint of beginning cyl. turn line; overall near excellent unused appearance. S&W mahogany case lined w/ non original green felt. Plastic S&W base under felt appears for another late production K frame; 1 1/4” gold colored medallion facsimile. S&W sight screwdriver. CONDITION: faint cyl. turn line & equally faint thinning at corners of muzzle; all other aspects near excellent including bore, grips & chambers. (21-4204/NW). CURIO. $1,500-2,000. 2514. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 53 JET REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 22 Rem Jet. S# K475240. Bbl. pinned 6” ribbed w/ 1/3 lug. Serrated Baughman Quick Draw front sight on dbl. pinned raise ramp. Adj. target rear sight. Checkered semi-target hammer w/ a switch to select centerfire or rimfire. Serrated trigger. Checkered S&W diamond center target stocks. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, paperwork & 6 nickel wash coated steel inserts. CONDITION: overall very fine original finish w/ faint dragline. Vivid case coloring w/ light function wear. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling, shows evidence of very light/test firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1709/ZAL). CURIO. $1,000-1,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2515. FACTORY BOXED SMITH & WESSON M53-2 22 REMINGTON JET REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Remington Jet. S# 4K48488. The 22 Remington Jet Model 53 revolver were developed after conversions of a Model 17 to the 224 wild cat proved popular. Bbl. 4” pinned w/ serrated ramp front sight on raised serrated rib. 2/3 Lugged to bbl. Square notch target rear sight. Checkered target hammer w/ a switch to select centerfire or rimfire striking. Six shot recessed cyl. Checkered unnumbered S&W target grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original two piece blue S&W Bangor Punta factory box, manual & six nickel wash coated steel inserts. CONDITION: overall near excellent original finish w/ a faint dragline. Very good case colored parts w/ only mild function wear. Near excellent grips. Near excellent bright bore w/ sharp rifling, shows only minor signs of being fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1687/ZAL). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2516. SMITH & WESSON 547 THE 9MM MILITARY & POLICE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 16D0545 (1982). Blue finished, rnd. butt, K service frame w/ 3” bbl., fixed sights, 6 shot fluted cyl., special extractor & 2 piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. Case colored service hammer & trigger. CONDITION: very overall appearance w/ cyl. turn line & marks throughout. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1660/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2517. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 547 DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 9mm. S# ABL3486. Bbl. 4” ribbed heavy w/ serrated ramp front sight & square notch rear sight. Flat faced short throw semi-bobbed hammer. Smooth trigger. Blued three screw square butt K service frame. Checkered S&W magna grips. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects are like new w/ light dragline & a few minor handling marks. Strong case coloring w/ light function wear. Bright bore, sharp rifling & appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1693/ZAL). MODERN. $600-1,000.
2518. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 57-1 DA REVOLVER WITH CASE. Cal. 41 Mag. S# N902163. Bbl. 4” w/ red insert Baughman sight & white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1981; clearly marked “MOD. 571”, but is model 571. Blued finish w/ checkered Goncalo Alves target grips dated 1982 having thumb recess. Case colored target trigger & target hammer. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent modern laminated wood case w/ foam padded interior plus S&W logo engraved on top of lid; includes key & paperwork. CONDITION: extremely faint cyl. turn line from functioning; all other aspects near excellent appearing unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1516/NW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500. 261
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2519. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 58 MILITARY & POLICE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Mag. S# S259765 (1965-1966). Pinned 4” bbl. w/ ramp front sight painted yellow. Blue finished square butt service N frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Service hammer & trigger. Replacement 2 piece checkered grips w/ speed loader cutout. CONDITION: very good overall w/ wear spots, light marks & cyl. turn line. Very good grips. Very good bore. (22-2039/MD). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2520. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 58 DA REVOLVER W/ ORIG. BOX. Cal. 41 Mag. S# S260209 (1965-1966). Pinned 4” bbl. w/ fixed sights. Blue finished, square butt, N service frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Service hammer & trigger. Matching numbered 2 piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: orig. box. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ light marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1694/MD). CURIO. $500-900.
2521.SMITH & WESSON 581 DISTINQUISHED SERVICE MAGNUM DA REVOLVER W/ BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# ACJ3027. Blue finished, square butt, L frame w/ 4” bbl. having full lug & 6 shot swing out fluted cyl. 2 Piece border checkered walnut Magna grips w/ S&W medallions. Case colored service hammer & smooth trigger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ handling marks & cyl. drag line. Left grip panel has portion of checkering not finished. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1692/MD). MODERN. $500-700.
2522. SMITH & WESSON 586 DISTIGUISHED COMBAT MAGNUM REVOLVER W/ ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. Bbl. 4” ribbed with full lug. Serrated ramp front sight with red insert on raised rib. Adjustable target rear sight. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cylinder. Blued square butt L target frame. Case colored checkered semi target hammer & smooth combat trigger. Checkered S&W monogram target grips. UNATTCHED ACCESSORIES: original box, tools, & paperwork. CONDITION: overall like new original condition with a faint dragline. Vivid case colors with only minor function wear. Great grips with some light handling marks. Bright shiny bore with strong rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1521/ZAL) MODERN. $1,000-1,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2524. SMITH & WESSON 60-1 HEAVY BARREL THE 38 CHIEFS SPECIAL DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# R56974 (1972). Limited production of 171 in S# range R56962-R57239. Stainless steel, rnd. butt, J frame w/ 3” pinned bbl. w/ standard lug, fixed sights, 5 shot swing out cyl., & 2 piece white color synthetic grips w/ S&W medallions. Service hammer & trigger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box containing cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ faint cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1622/MD). MODERN. $600-1,000.
2525. STAINLESS SMITH & WESSON MODEL 60-4 REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# BFV2771. Bbl. 3” w/ full lug. Pinned serrated ramp front sight on raised rib & adj. target rear sights. Checkered S&W magna grips & service hammer. Serrated target trigger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, tools & paperwork. CONDITION: overall near excellent. Appears unfired/test fired. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Very good grips w/ some light impressions. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221620/ZAL). MODERN. $500-800.
2526. RARE 1 OF 300 SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER 60-7 ET COMP. LEW HORTON EDITION WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# PCQ0086. Bbl. 3” Mag-Na-Port w/ full lug. Dovetailed high profile serrated front sight on raised rib & adj. target rear sight. Checkered semi-target hammer w/ smooth combat trigger. Three screw stainless rnd. butt J frame w/ laser etched “PERFORMANCE CENTER” marking. Unrecessed 5 shot fluted cyl. Rosewood burgundy grips w/ mother of pearl diamond insert on right panel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original S&W Performance Center box w/ label loose inside. CONDITION: all aspects appear like new w/ a faint dragline on cyl. Hammer & trigger show light function wear. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1673/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200. 263
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2523. STAINLESS SMITH & WESSON 60-1 DA REVOLVER WITH BOX 1 OF 171 MANUFACTURED. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# R57179. Pinned bbl. 3” heavy w/ matte rib. Limited edition of 171 mfg. w/ square butt configuration. Serrated ramp front sight. Notched frame rear sight. Checkered combat hammer. Serrated trigger. Checkered magna stocks numbered to the gun. Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue two piece Bangor Punta box w/ matching label. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ a very fine dragline & mild evidence of light firing. Grips have a couple of minor indentations & otherwise very fine. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1621/ZAL). MODERN. $500-800.
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2527. SMITH & WESSON 2” MODEL 63-3 STAINLESS KIT- GUN REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# CBH6978. Bbl. 2” w/ 1/8” wide red ramp front sight & blued Micrometer rear. Mfg. approx. mid 1990’s w/ speed loader relieved cyl. latch. Case colored .366” spur hammer & .312” smooth combat trigger plus 6 rd. recessed cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 piece blue box marked “HORTON SPEC.” & numbered BDY1392 w/ complete tool kit plus checkered walnut Magna rnd butt grip set. CONDITION: extremely faint cyl. turn line & very minimal firing residue; all other aspects including bore are near excellent. (21-4470/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2528. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 63 KIT GUN REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# M163277. Bbl. 4” pinned w/ red insert Baughman front sight & blued Micrometer adj. rear. Mfg. 1981 (1977-1998) as stainless square butt Kit Gun having flash chromed standard grooved trigger & checkered hammer. 1st variation w/out - suffix for model No. & w/ recessed cyl. Checkered walnut Magna grips w/ silver medallions numbered 139406. CONDITION: firing residue in action & on face of cyl. but overall very good to excellent appearance having faint cyl. turn line. Very faint grip marks & near excellent bore. Very desirable model. (21-4546/NW). MODERN. $650-900.
2529. STAINLESS SMITH & WESSON 610 REVOLVER W/ ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 10mm. S# BFN1150. Bbl. 5” ribbed w/ full lug. Pinned serrated ramp front sight on raised ramp. Micro-adj. target sight. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cyl. Wide target hammer. Smooth trigger. Pebbled rubber S&W monogram Hogue Monogrip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box & paperwork. CONDITION: very fine w/ light dragline, bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Light evidence of firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1714/ZAL). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2530. STAINLESS SMITH & WESSON 617-6 DA REVOLVER W/ ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 22 LR. S# CYY2693. Bbl. 4” w/ full lug. Pinned Patridge front sight. Adj. target rear sight. Stainless 3 screw K target frame w/ internal lock. Recessed 10 shot fluted cyl. Laser etched S&W logo. S&W monogram rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box & paperwork. CONDITION: Appears like new w/ a faint dragline on the cyl. A few scattered mild handling marks present. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Shows evidence of very few firings. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1710/ZAL) MODERN $400-600 (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2532. RARE ENGRAVED 1 OF 100 SMITH & WESSON BANKNOTE REVOLVER WITH STARLIGHT CASE & ACCESSORIES. Cal. 45 ACP. S# BSB2673. Bbl. 3” ribbed with full lug. Right side marked “45 CAL MODEL OF 1989” Full coverage banknote engraving. Left side of frame marked “ONE of 100”. Serrated ramp front sight with micrometer adj. rear sight. Stainless steel 3 screw action with 6 shot fluted cyl. Finger grooved rubber grips with S&W logo. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: starlight case with fitted interior containing shooting glasses, earplugs with half moon & 6 shot clips. CONDITION: very good stainless finish. Grips show light marks. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1526/ZAL). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2533. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 625-5 CLASSIC DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# SDS0224. Bbl. full lug 5” w/ pinned blued serrated blade sight plus Micrometer rear. Stainless w/ 6 rd. fluted cyl., Hogue finger grooved Monogrip having S&W medallions plus flash chromed standard hammer & smooth faced combat trigger. Factory drilled & tapped for scope base. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory 1 piece box w/ paperwork. CONDITION: very faint cyl. turn line; all other aspects including bore & grips are excellent. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1715/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2534. SMITH & WESSON 625-6 MOUNTAIN GUN WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 45 ACP. S# CEA9140. Bbl. 4” w/ 2/3rd lug. Pinned serrated ramp front sight on raised rib. Adj. target sights. Checkered semi-target hammer w/ smooth trigger. Stainless finish. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cyl. Stippled S&W monogram Hogue grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ light dragline on cyl. Very good, bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Light evidence of firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1695/ZAL). MODERN. $600-900. 265
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2531. SMITH & WESSON 624 MODEL OF 1985 TARGET DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S# AHB0415 (1986-1987). Bbl. 4” w/ pinned ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Stainless finish target N frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Target hammer & smooth trigger. 2 Piece checkered Goncalo Alves grips w/ speedloader cutout. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W box w/ matching numbered label containing paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ minimal marks, cyl. turn line & near excellent bore. (221524/MD). MODERN. $600-1,000.
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2535. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 629-1 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# AHE6412. Bbl. 4” w/ 2 slotted ports near muzzle. Serrated ramp front sight w/ red insert & white outline square notch adj. rear sight. Stainless steel finish w/ 6 shot cyl. Matte stainless service trigger & target hammer. Aftermarket Pachmayr Presentation rubber grips. CONDITION: very good overall appearance showing light handling wear & minor scratches. Very good grips show improper fit at butt. Very good bore. (21-3970/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
2536. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 629-5 MOUNTAIN GUN DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# CDK9200 (1999). Bbl. 4” w/ ejector shroud, pinned ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Stainless finish, rnd. butt, N target frame revolver w/ 6 shot fluted cyl. & Hogue mono grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W blue case w/ matching numbered label containing paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall including bore w/ only minimal marks & faint cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221691/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
2537. RARE LIMITED EDITION 1 OF 50 SMITH & WESSON 629-6 TRI-WEAVE ENGRAVED ALTAMONT EXCLUSIVE CUSTOM WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 44 Mag. S# DKV7430. This is a limited edition of attractively engraved Smith & Wesson offered by the Altamont company w/ beautiful deep customs Tri-Weave pattern & attractive relief engraved scroll cyl. This was engraved by Merlin Enright & signed “MLE / 1 OF 50” on the frame. Bbl. 6 1/2” w/ full lug. Pinned red insert serrated ramp front sight on raised rib. Adj. target rear sight. Nearly full coverage engraving on the stainless 3 screw rnd. butt N target frame w/ internal key lock. Checkered wide target hammer w/ wide, smooth trigger. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cyl. Custom tri-weave engraved G-10 grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects like new. Appears unfired. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1718/ZAL). MODERN. $1,500-2,500. 2538. SMITH & WESSON 686-6 ALTAMONT TRI-WEAVE ENGRAVED LIMITED EDITION (1 OF 500) CUSTOM REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# DMJ8371. Bbl. 4” w/ full lug. This is an attractive, limited edition 1 of 500 custom full coverage Tri-Weave engraved S&Ws upgraded by the Altamont company. The deep relief engraving is accented w/ stippled design in the areas not covered in the nearly full coverage engraving. They were engraved by Merlin Enright & marked on the inside of the frame w/ his initials “MLE” & “1 OF 500”. This attractive design is complimented w/ a set of custom S&W monogram Tri-Weave engraved G10 grips made exclusively for this special edition. Pinned red insert ramp front sight. Adj. target rear sight. Checkered semi-target hammer w/ smooth trigger. Smooth unengraved underbelly & straps. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall like new. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1634/ZAL). MODERN. $1,500-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2540. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 63-5 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# CTK5033. Bbl. 3” w/ pinned Hi Viz front sight. Square notch adj. rear sight. 8 Shot swing out cyl. Stainless finish. 2 Piece rubber grips w/ S&W logo. CONDITION: very good overall w/ minor handling marks & cyl. drag line. Bright bore. (21-4429/MD). MODERN. $500-700.
2541. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 64 DA REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 38 S&W Spl. S# D427999. Bbl. pinned 4” tapered w/ milled serrated ramp front sight & square notch fixed rear sight. Checkered service hammer. Serrated trigger. Stainless 3 screw square butt K service frame. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cyl. Checkered S&W medallion magna grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original S&W 2 piece gray Bangor Punta box w/ paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects are like new w/ a faint dragline & a few minor handling marks. Very good grips. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1664/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600. 2542. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 624 REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S# AHB4464. Bbl. 6 1/2” w/ red insert Baughman front sight & corresponding white outline Micrometer rear. Mfg. 1986-87 only as stainless version of classic Model 24 target revolver; (forerunner of famous Model 29). Flash chromed target trigger & target hammer. Also offered in 4”; premium for 6 1/2”. Hogue finger grooved smooth finish Monogrip of exotic wood having rosewood grip cap & maple spacer. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: modern S&W mahogany case w/ logo & co. marking on lid. Blue velvet shadow lined interior w/ outline for S&W cleaning rod. 2 brass snap latches & non factory added brass hasp. Red anodized aluminum cleaning rod handle w/ segments etc. inside. CONDITION: slight cleaned firing residue appearing mainly on face of cyl. & extremely faint cyl. turn line. All other aspects near excellent including bore & grips. (21-4537/NW). MODERN. $750-1,000. 267
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2539. STAINLESS SMITH & WESSON MODEL 632 CENTENNIAL AIRWEIGHT REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Mag. S# BKB1092. Bbl. 2” w/ serrated ramp front sight. Square notched fixed rear sight. Hammerless alloy J frame w/ Airweight marked stainless steel bbl. & cyl. Smooth combat trigger. S& W trade mark laser etch on the sideplate in addition to standard stamped trademark. Smooth magna style S&W grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original factory box & paperwork. CONDITION: overall near excellent showing a minor dragline, however shows only minor evidence of firing. Near excellent grips. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1607/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
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2543. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER 640-1 PRO SERIES REVOLVER W/ ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 MAG. S# CYD8591. Bbl. 2”. The 640-1 series was the first five shot 357 Mag. on a smaller rnd. butt Magnum J frame. The Performance Center added modern shooting features updating the original design w/ fluted full lug bbl. w/ dovetailed Tritium night sights. Five shot fluted cyl. recessed for moon clips. Concealed hammer. Smooth trigger. S&W rubber boot grips. No internal lock. Laser etched pro-series markings on frame. CONDITION: overall very good,w/ some evidence of firing & very faint dragline. Good bore w/ light wear to rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1705/ZAL). MODERN. $400-600.
2544. SMITH & WESSON 646 TITANIUM CYLINDER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 40 S&W. S# CTA9138 (2003). Approx. 330 mfg. w/ 6 shot Titanium swing out fluted cyl. Bbl. 4” w/ full lug, pinned ramp front sight & adj. square notch rear sight. Stainless finish, rnd. butt, L frame w/ , semi target smooth trigger, semi target hammer & Hogue finger groove grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W hard case w/ fired case, full moon clips & paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall including bore only showing light marks & cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1712/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
2545. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 648-2 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Mag. S# CFT2481 (2003). Bbl. 6” w/ full lug. Patridge front sight & adj. square notch rear sight. Stainless finish K frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl., key lock, target hammer, smooth trigger & Hogue rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W blue travel case w/ matching numbered label containing paperwork, keys & fired case. CONDITION: near excellent overall including bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1713/MD). MODERN. $600-900.
2546. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 650 STAINLESS SERVICE KIT GUN WITH ORIGINAL BOX & AUXILIARY 22 LR CYLINDER. Cal. 22 MRF. S# ACC0585. Bbl. 3” ribbed bbl. w/ serrated ramp front sight. Rnd. butt J frame. Satin finished checkered service hammer & smooth combat trigger. Checkered unnumbered walnut magna grips. Six shot recessed fluted cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, tools & auxiliary 22 LR cyl. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ a very faint mild dragline & minor evidence of fire. Near excellent bore. Very good grips w/ only a few light handling marks. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1654/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2548. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 657-2 CLASSIC HUNTER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Rem. Mag. S# BHB4391. Bbl. full lug 6 1/2”. Limited production run of 2,000 in 1991 for Lew Horton Industries. Stainless finish. 6 Shot unfluted cyl. Serrated ramp front sight. White outline U notch adjustable rear sight. Hogue monogrip w/ finger grooves. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original factory S&W box containing paperwork & cleaning kit. CONDITION: cyl. exhibits a few minor scattered scratches & faint cyl. drag line. All other aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221717/BH). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2549. SMITH & WESSON 657-4 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Mag. S# CDA5559 (1999). Bbl. 6” w/ pinned ramp front sight & micrometer rear sight. Satin stainless, square butt, N frame w/ 6 shot swing out fluted cyl., target hammer, smooth semi target trigger & Hogue monogrip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W blue plastic case w/ matching numbered label. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ minimal marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore w/ light fouling near cyl. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1716/MD). MODERN. $500-800.
2550. SMITH & WESSON 657-4 MOUNTAIN GUN WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 41 Mag. Bbl. 4” w/ shrouded ejector rod. Pinned black serrated ramp front sight on raised rib & black adj. target rear sight. Checkered target hammer. Smooth combat trigger. Stainless 3 screw N target frame w/ smooth straps. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cyl. Pebbled S&W rubber Hogue Monogrip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & papers. CONDITION: all aspects like new w/ faint dragline. Case colored parts show light function wear. Appears lightly fired w/ light wear to rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1696/ZAL). MODERN. $600-900.
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2547. SCARCE 103900 SMITH & WESSON MODEL 651-1 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 MRF. S# BRY0827. Approx. 1,241 mfg. 1998-1999. Bbl. 2” w/ red insert & micrometer rear sight. Stainless. rnd. butt, J target frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl. Case colored semi target hammer & smooth trigger. Uncle Mike’s Boot Grip. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ light marks & cyl. turn line. near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1604/ MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
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2551. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66 COMBAT MAGNUM REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 7K16431 (1974). Pinned 4” bbl. w/ ramp front sight & stainless micrometer rear sight. Satin stainless square butt frame w/ 6 shot swing out fluted cyl. 2 Piece border checkered Goncalo Alves target grips w/ S&W medallions. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ light handling marks & cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1523/MD). MODERN. $500-800.
2552. RARE FACTORY CLASS “A” ENGRAVED STAINLESS SMITH & WESSON 66-1 WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 57K7705. Bbl. pinned 6” ribbed w/ shrouded hand ejector. Serrated red insert ramp front sight & adj. target rear sight. Three screw stainless square butt K target frame w/ attractive foliate scroll engraved coverage. Recessed 6 shot fluted cyl. Checkered semi-target hammer. Serrated trigger. Smooth S&W medallion target walnut stocks. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box w/ paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects like new w/ an extremely faint dragline & some minor handling marks. Bright bore, sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1533/ZAL). MODERN. $1,800-2,500. 2553. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66-2 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# AHL5511. Bbl. 3”. Stainless Finish. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Serrated ramp front sight w/ red insert. Adjustable U notch rear sight. Smooth hardwood S&W grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original factory box containing paperwork & cleaning kit. CONDITION: very good overall w/ only a few scattered light handling marks. Near excellent grips. Bright shiny bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1530/BH). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2554. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66-2 COMBAT MAGNUM ASHLAND EXCLUSIVE REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# AHL5194. Bbl. 3” full lug w/ serrated red insert front sight on raised rib. Stainless 3 screw K target rnd. butt frame. Blued adj. target rear sight. Checkered semi-target hammer. Smooth combat trigger. Unrecessed six shot fluted cyl. Serrated straps. Checkered S&W magna grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, tools & paperwork. CONDITION: overall like new, a few very minor handling marks otherwise very fine & appears unfired. Good grips has worn varnish & scattered handling marks. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1531/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2556. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER 6814 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# BEL0219 (2001). Bbl. 3” w/ skeletonized full lug & fixed sights. Birdsong Teflon NATO green finished, rnd. butt, L service frame. 7 Shot nonfluted cyl. Black smooth semi target trigger w/ over travel stop. Black semi target hammer w/ tapered spur. Hogue monogrip w/ S&W monogram. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W aluminum foam lined case w/ paperwork, lock & fired case. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ cyl. turn line. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1529/MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2557. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 686 CS-1 US CUSTOM STAINLESS REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# BAC0586. A small number of these were produced for U.S. Customs service, this is one of the few examples that carries the “2M” marking on the inside of the frame. Bbl. 4” w/ full lug. Pinned black serrated ramp front sight on raised rib. Black adj. target rear sight. Checkered semi-target hammer w/ smooth combat trigger. Unrecessed six shot fluted cyl. Bead blasted stainless finish. Checkered rubber Pachmayr Presentation Compac grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent w/ light dragline. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Appears unfired/test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1671/ZAL). MODERN. $1,000-1,500. 2558. SMITH & WESSON 686 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# AAJ1566. Bbl 6” ribbed w/ full lug. Orange serrated ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Three screw action. Stainless steel construction. Two piece goncalo alves target grips. Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: one piece blue box w/ matching number. Box contains cleaning rod, brush, mop & screwdriver. CONDITION: 98% metal finish showing a cyl. drag line. Grips have one scratch on left panel. Bore retains sharp rifling w/ darkened appearance & grooves. (22-980/DS). MODERN. $600-800. 271
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2555. RARE 1 OF 165 SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER 66-4 “SUPER K” COMBAT MAGNUM REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# LHN0058. Bbl. 3” wedged & ported w/ full lug. Pinned black serrated ramp front sight on raised rib. Adj. black target rear sight. Checkered semi-target hammer. Smooth adj. combat trigger. Stainless steel 3 screw K target frame w/ stamped performance center marking. Unrecessed six shot fluted cyl. Factory white S&W grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects are like new w/ a very faint dragline. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1525/ZAL). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.
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2559. SMITH & WESSON 696 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S# CBH9466 (1997). Bbl. 3” w/ full lug, orange insert front sight & micrometer rear sight. Stainless finish, rnd. butt, L frame w/ 5 shot fluted swing out cyl. & Uncle Mike’s Combat grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue plastic factory box w/ matching numbered label containing paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent including bore w/ faint cyl. turn line. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1697/MD). MODERN. $500-900.
2560. RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 940 PERFORMANCE CENTER LEW HORTON EDITION 1 OF 181 WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 356 TSW. S# APC0169. Bbl. 2” ported w/ full lug. Dovetailed front sight w/ square notch fixed rear sight. Stainless 3 screw rnd. butt J frame w/ concealed hammer. Unrecessed 5 shot fluted cyl. Laser etched Performance Center marking under cyl. latch. Smooth combat trigger. Checkered rubber boot grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & Roy Jinks letter confirming configuration & indicating shipment to Lew Horton Distributing Company Inc., Westboro, MA. CONDITION: all aspects like new. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling appears unfired. ROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1688/ZAL). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2561. SMITH & WESSON GOVERNER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt / 410, 2 1/2”. S# CRX1023. Bbl. / 2 3/4” w/ Tritium front night sight. Black finished Scandium Z sized frame w/ 6 shot fluted swing out cyl., hammer lock & one piece rubber grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W blue plastic foam lined box w/ matching number containing paperwork, locks & fired case. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ faint cyl. turn line & very good bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1672/MD). MODERN.$500-700.
2562. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER 1875 SCHOEFIELD REVOLVER W/ ORIGINAL BOX & PRESENTATION CASE. Cal. 45 S&W. S#GWS1733. Bbl. 8 1/2” ribbed with pinned performance center front sight. V notch case colored rear sight. Blued finish with case hardened latch, trigger guard, checkered hammer, & trigger. Smooth walnut stocks with cartouche. Unrecessed 6 shot fluted cylinder. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box, presentation case, & paperwork. CONDITION: Overall like new with a faint dragline on the cylinder. Very fine grips with strong markings. Vivid case coloring on the small parts. Bright bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1704/ZAL) MODERN $1,200-1,800 (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2564. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1006 STAINLESS STEEL TDA PISTOL. Cal. 10mm Auto. S# TFB3415. Bbl. 5”. Mfg. 1990-1993. Stainless steel construction serrated slide w/ drift adj. front & adj. rear 3 dot sights. Ambidextrous serrated safety / decocker, serrated hammer spur, serrated front strap, checkered trigger guard in front, black rubber Hogue grips & beveled magwell. MAGS: 1 factory 9 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black Allen gun pouch. CONDITION: matte stainless finish demonstrates thinning on sides towards muzzle typically earned from holstering. Some thinning in areas of mechanical intervention. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (22-1999/JZ). MODERN. $550-800.
2565. FBI TRADE IN VARIATION SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1076 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 10mm. S# TVK6649. Bbl. 4 1/4”. Satin finished frame & slide. Blued trigger. Black plastic checkered Delrin wrap around grips. Checkered front strap. No mag. safety. Frame mounted decocking lever. Trijicon 2 dot rear sight & matching white dot front. MAGS: 2-9 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Smith & Wesson factory letter from Roy Jenks stating The records indicate that this handgun was shipped with a 4.5” barrel, satin finish an and wrap around black grips. This pistol was originally shipped to Firearms Unit, F.B.I. Academy, Quantico, VA on October 11, 1991 and returned as a trade in to Smith & Wesson on June 1, 1992” Matching original S&W factory box & paperwork. CONDITION: metal very good overall w occasional light wear & scratches, notably at decocking lever. Very good grips w/ a few sm. dents & handling marks. Very good bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1540/BH). MODERN. $1,000-1,500. 273
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2563. SMITH & WESSON MODEL1913 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 35 S&W. S# 6709. Bbl. 3 1/2”. Mfg. 1913-1921; S# 1-8350. Smooth walnut grips w/ gold S&W medallions. MAGS: 1 good factory 7 rd. CONDITION: very good to excellent metal finish w/ very slight beginning high point wear & some faint scratches on backstrap. Numerous light handling marks on grips along w/ slight patina appearance. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-441/NW). CURIO. $700-1,000.
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2566. SUPER RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 147-A IN ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 9mm. S# A490065. Bbl. 4”. Dark blue factory finished steel variant w/ an incredibly short production run. Originally stamped as the Model 47 & later over stamped w/ a “1” & “A”, it would become one of only 112 ever produced in 1979. A traditional dbl. action w/ serrated slide, possessing a serrated blade front sight & adj. rear sight. Serrated safety/decocker on left side. Serrated hammer spur, front/rear grip straps w/ lanyard loop & slide stock. Black plastic checkered grips w/ S&W insignia. MAGS: 2-14 rd. factory mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W factory 8 1/4 x 6 1/2” blue cardboard box w/ cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: exterior metal surfaces retain their original dark blued finish w/ no visible blemishing aside from an extremely gentle thinning in areas of mechanical intervention between slide & frame. Shiny bore w/ sharp rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1589/JZ). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.
2567. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 2214N1 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# LMT0430. Bbl. 3”. Brushed nickel metal finish. 3 dot adjustable sights. 2 Piece black checkered S&W grips. MAGS: 1-8 rd. mag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original factory box w/ owner’s manual. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. Shiny bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1646/BH). $500-1,000.
2568. RARE DUAL TONE SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER M356 WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 356 TSW. S#PCY0098. Bbl. 3 1/2”. Matte black/Stainless pistol with Novak low profile sights. Laser etched performance center markings. S&W wrap around grips. MAGS: (1) 11 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box & paperwork. CONDITION: All aspects are like new with only a couple of very monor handling marks. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Appears unfired/test fired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1557/ZAL). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2569. ULTRA RARE SMITH & WESSON HANDMADE PERFORMANCE CENTER PROTOTYPE W/ PAUL LIEBENBERG LETTER OF AUTHENTICITY & ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE CENTER BOX. Cal. 356 TSW. S# TSW0356. Bbl. 6”. According to the accompanying letter from Paul Liebenberg Co-Founder of the S&W Performance Center and Former Chief Design Engineer, this was the first center fire 6” long slide of any kind to be mfg in the Performance Center. Five other preproduction 356TSW long slides were produced to feed the Performance Center Shooting team. This pistol was the only one that features a 1911 style frame mounted manual safety that was handmade by Tom Gordon for the weapon. Several procedures utilized for the production of this pistol were unique to this handful of custom performance center guns including the slide forging, bbl marking, & experimental “Tree Bark” one piece grips. Even more remarkable is that the six pistols debuted in the 1994 US National USPSA Championship and despite the USPSA previously sanctioned the firearms for competition, protests posted by the other shooter at the match lead the Performance Center team scores to be disallowed on the basis of unfair advantage. The pistol features a serrated blade front sight with adjustable target rear. Dual tone finish frame & slide. Extended push button mag release. “Tree Bark” checkered prototype grips. Serrated trigger & hammer. Cross thatched front strap & trigger guard. MAGS: (1) 20rd w/ white plastic factory extension. (1) 15 rd Performance Center with black base. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Unlabeled Original Performance Center box, additional complete 5” slide assembly that is mentioned in the letter, additional factory performance center bbl, & Paul Liebenberg letter of authenticity. CONDITION: All aspects appear very fine original finish with some mild frame wear on the ligh edge and slightly thinning finish forward of the triggerguard otherwise like new with some mild evidence of firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1587/ZAL) MODERN $7,000-11,000.
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2570. STEEL FRAME NICKEL PLATED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 9mm S# 61464. Bbl. 4”. Steel slide w/ matte finished top, serrated ramp front sight w/ red insert. Adj. square notch target rear sight. Blued long extractor. Wide serrated trigger. Checkered S&W monogram walnut grips. MAGS: 2 nickel plated 8 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original gray S&W two piece box. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ a few minor handling marks. Very good grips w/ some light impressions. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1591/ZAL). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2571. SMITH & WESSON CUSTOM NICKEL MODEL 39 WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 9mm. S# 60353. Bbl. 4”. Factory nickel plated S&W Model 39 traditional dbl. action pistol that started life being originally shipped from the factory on April 22nd, 1964 w/ a blued finish. It was returned to S&W factory 1974 for nickel plating in the finish it resides in today. It’s fascinating history is certified in a factory letter dated April 22nd, 2005 signed by Roy Jinks, Historian. Steel construction serrated slide w/ serrated blade front sight including orange insert & adj. rear sights. Left side serrated safety/ decocker. Serrated slide release. Checkered mag. release. Checkered back strap & faux lanyard loop. Checkered walnut grips w/ silver S&W medallions. MAGS: 2-8 rd. factory mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue factory 8 1/4” x 6 1/2” cardboard box w/ steel corners, paperwork & signed factory letter. CONDITION: nickel finish on exposed metal surfaces, complete & consistent w/ no obvious wear. Grips appear free from any noticeable blemishing. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1592/JZ). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.
2572. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 39840. Bbl. 4”. Blued finish. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Checkered back strap. 2 Piece hardwood S&W grips. MAGS: 2- 8 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original blue 2 piece factory S&W box w/ cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: very good overall w/ occasional scattered light scratches & handling marks. Left grip has sm. area (approx. 3/8”) of sm. impressions at corner near butt. Bright shiny bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1556/BH). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2573. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39 ALLOY FRAME PISTOL. Cal. 9mm. S# 84632. Bbl. 4”. Blued alloy frame traditional dbl. action. Serrated slide w/ fixed front blade & windage adj. rear sight. Serrated left side safety/decocker. Serrated hammer spur. Serrated slide release. Checkered backstrap panel w/ lanyard loop. Hardwood checkered pistol grips w/ S&W medallions. MAGS: 2-8 rd. factory mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original 6 1/2x8 1/4” blue cardboard box w/ cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: finish coverage is complete & consistent w/ thinning only in areas of mechanical intervention & at muzzle. A few miniscule finish speckles visible under close examination. Checkering on left grip demonstrates some handling marks. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1542/JZ). MODERN. $500-800. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2575. ASP PARIS THEODORE CUSTOM BUILT ON SMITH & WESSON 39-2 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 565455 (1979-1980). Custom work done by Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) as designed by Paris Theodore; approx. 3,000 units. A standard Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 pistol was converted by shortening the slide to 6” overall w/ Guttersnipe rear sight installed. Bbl. shortened to 3 1/2”. Frame has had hammer altered to bobbed configuration., trigger guard altered to front hook configuration for 2 handed use & added 2 piece clear plastic grips marked “PATENTED” on back sides. After alterations were done, pistol was refurbished in a black matte Teflon finish, obscuring some of the original Smith & Wesson markings. MAGS: 2 - 7 rd. mags. w/ ASP marked triangle floorplates. Mags. skeletonized to indicate how many rds. are left. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: C Rusty Sherrick Horse Hide belt holster & mag. pouch. CONDITION: near excellent overall as refurbished to ASP configuration w/ near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1641/MD). MODERN. $2,500-3,500. 2576. CLASS A ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39-2 TDA PISTOL WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 9mm. S# A315360. Bbl. 4”. Deep blue finish traditional dbl. action. Serrated slide w/ fixed serrated blade front sight & adj. rear sight. Left side serrated safety/decocker. Serrated slide release & hammer spur. Checkered backstrap w/ lanyard loop. Traditional class “A” engraving on slide sides & frame are compounded w/ engraving below bbl., around triggerguard & front/rear grip straps. Smooth rosewood grips w/ gold S&W medallion. MAGS: 2-8 rd. factory mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: This pistol is accompanied by a Smith & Wesson factory letter dated March 1, 2022 indicating that it was shipped from the factory as a special engraved edition on Jan. 31, 1979 & signed by Roy G. Jinks, Historian. Also included is a 8 1/4 x 6 1/2” blue cardboard box, original cleaning kit, several studio photographs & factory packing list. CONDITION: original finish is complete & consistent w/ no visible flaws. All outward appearances would indicate proper storage & no use. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1588/JZ). MODERN. $2,250-3,000. 277
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2574. SMITH & WESSON / DEVEL MODEL 39-2 CUSTOM SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 109978.B FK2 . Bbl. 3 1/2” w/ slight flare (about .006”) at muzzle having square cut recessed crown. Mfg. 1970 or 1971 by S&W, then later modified by Charles Kelsey of Devel having satin nickel finish. This was the forerunner of today’s compact single stack semi-auto pistols; at the time, most concealable handguns were revolvers. Devels were coveted customs of the late 1970’s; well known pistolero & author Rex Applegate used one. Very costly when produced having a mass of custom features; many of which are common on customs of today. Slide and grip frame are shortened (mags too). Shortened S&W checkered walnut grips having silver medallions; red enameled Devel emblem add to each in checkering area. Hard chromed hammer is bobbed and rear spur of frame reduced. For reliability, Devel used Wolfe springs throughout. Integral feed ramp of barrel is polished, ejection port lowered and pistol functioning tuned for reliability. Slide has standard S&W sights with windage adjustable rear sight and serrations removed from front. Even with modern technology, it would be difficult to find a compact carry gun with the features of this Devel converted S&W. MAGS: 1 satin nickel finished 7 rd. with dual pin retained finger extension base. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good original S&W 2 piece box. CONDITION: simply stated, all aspects are near excellent as if just from Devel in late 1970’s. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1640/NW). MODERN. $3,000-4,000
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2577. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39-2 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A307665. Bbl. 4”. Nickel plated model, Blued hammer, trigger & windage adjustable rear sight. Serrated ramp front sight. Factory checkered walnut grips. Lanyard loop in butt. MAGS: 2-8 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory silver S&W box containing instruction manual & cleaning kit. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. Bright, shiny bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1593/BH). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2578. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 3914 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# TFA2804. Bbl. 3.5”. Traditional dbl. action w/ aluminum alloy frame. Serrated slide hosting drift adj. 3 dot sight system. Left side controls including safety/decocker. Bobbed hammer. Checkered front strap & front of trigger guard. Black Delrin checkered 1 piece grip w/ S&W insignia. Right side slide engraved “Lady Smith”. Mfg. 1990-1991. MAGS: 1 factory 8 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory blue cardboard box & paperwork. CONDITION: all outward appearances indicate very little use if any at all. Finish coverage is complete & consistent w/ only gentle thinning in areas of mechanical intervention which happen almost immediately. Bright bore w/ appropriate rifling. Firing control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1649/JZ). MODERN. $500-800. 2579. SMITH & WESSON 4006 IN “SHORTY 40” CONFIGURATION. Cal. 40 S&W S# KPC0239 Bbl 3.5”. Polymer frame, traditional double action carry variation of the popular 4006 line. Serrated slide with front blade and adjustable rear 3-dot sights. Ambidextrous safety/decocker. Black plastic wrap around checkered grips. Checkered front grip strap. MAGS. 1 factory 10rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES. Blue plastic factory foam lined case. Paperwork. CONDITION. All outward aspects illustrate very little use. Complete finish coverage with no noticeable blemishing. Bright bore with strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1560 /JZ) MODERN $800-1,200
2580. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 4014 TRADITIONAL DA PISTOL. Cal. 40 S&W. S# TVD7047. Bbl. 3 1/2”. Dark blued alloy frame traditional dbl. action pistol. Serrated slide w/ drift adj. three dot sights. Ambidextrous safety/ decocker. Checkered front strap, front of triggerguard & black plastic wrap around grip w/ S&W insignia. Left side controls. Mfg. 1991-1993. MAGS: 1-8 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue factory cardboard box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects indicate this firearm has been used very little if any at all. No degradation to finish or grip surfaces. Shiny bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1536/JZ). MODERN. $500-900. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2582. NICKEL PLATED LIGHTWEIGHT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 439 PISTOL. Cal. 9mm. S# A741493. Bbl. 4”. Alloy frame lightweight nickel plated traditional dbl. action pistol. Fixed blade front sight w/ adj. rear. Left side controls. Two piece checkered grips w/ gold S&W medallion. Checkered backstrap w/ lanyard loop. MAGS: 2 factory 8 rd. blued mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue cardboard factory box w/ cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: nickel plating on exposed surfaces retains full coverage w/ only gentle wear noticeable in areas of mechanical intervention. A few light draglines noticeable upon close inspection. Grip checkering free of any apparent blemishing, although medallions appear a bit tarnished. Shiny bore w/ decent rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1548/JZ). MODERN. $500-700. 2583. MATTE BLACK SMITH & WESSON TDA MODEL 4566 PISTOL. Cal. 45 ACP. S# RJF3111. Bbl. 4 1/4”. Matte black finish on all exposed metal surfaces. Serrated slide playing host to three dot night sights. Traditional dbl. action w/ ambidextrous safety/decocker. Left side controls. Black plastic factory grips. Bevelled mag. well. Serrated front strap. Checkered front triggerguard. MAGS: 2 factory 8 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue plastic foam lined factory case & paperwork. CONDITION: all outward aspects indicate little to no use. Finish thinning only in areas of mechanical intervention. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1541/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200. 2584. EXTREMELY RARE 1 0F 40 S&W XM10 MILITARY TEST TRIALS PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Parabellum. S# A883390. Bbl. 4”. An extremely rare S&W pistol to find in public hands. This is one of only 40 total mfg. w/ a minute number finding their way to the open market. Equally as rare if not more unusual is the inclusion of the original 20 rd. mag. that accompanies it. The alloy frame is a traditional dark black while the slide, bbl. & hammer are parkerized. The serrated slide includes all of the unique features of the XM-10 project consisting of the oversized extractor, the barrel and the bushing plus special dedicated rear sight. The hammer spur is serrated as well as the ambidextrous safety / decocker, the slide release and both front and backstraps. Lanyard loop below pistol grip. It is interesting to note that the traditional long time safety mechanism that disables their pistols when no magazine is inserted is not present in this example. Checkered trigger guard. Black plastic checkered grips with S&W insignia. A letter signed by S&W Performance Center Co-Founder & former Chief Design Engineer, Paul S. Liebenberg states that: “this particular handgun was definitely involved in the military test and the condition reflects that fact, even though in actuality, the weapon is in 279 Many Additional Photos on poulinauctions.com
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2581. AS NEW SMITH & WESSON DAO MODEL 4054. Cal. 40 S&W. S# TVF4557. Bbl. 3 1/2”. Dark blued alloy frame dbl. action only pistol. Serrated slide w/ drift adj. three dot sights. Bobbed hammer. Left side controls. Checkered front strap, trigger guard front & wrap around grip w/ S&W logo. Beveled mag. well. MAGS: 2-8 rd. factory mags. Mfg. 1991-1992. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue cardboard factory box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects indicate this firearm has been used very little if any at all. No degradation to finish or grip surfaces. Still retains orange chamber plug. Shiny bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1535/JZ). MODERN. $600-900.
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excellent mechanical and aesthetic condition and totally original. It was never abused or used in an endurance or destruction test”. MAGS: 1 extremely rare 20 rd. as submitted for test trials. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: signed declaration of authenticity. A blue plastic S&W foam lined shipping case w/ partially removed side label. CONDITION: original finish on frame is remarkably unblemished aside from a few minute handling marks. The slide finish, upon close inspection demonstrates a little thinning in areas of mechanical intervention which occurs almost immediately and on some high spots. Some thinning on slide release as typically associated w/ holstering. Shiny bore w/ sharp rifling. The fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1639/JZ). MODERN. $5,000-7,000.
2585. RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 459 PROTOTYPE SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A881393. Mfg. late 1984 w/ numerous unusual features. Total Model 459 production dates 1981-1988. Slide has left side only safety/decocker. Plain fixed sights w/out white highlights. Matte flash chromed bbl. having almost stainless appearance. Matte blue (flat black phosphate?) finish. Matte finished S&W checkered high impact plastic grips w/ greenish black appearance. Normal trigger guard w/out squared serrated front. Photocopy (unknown source) of article by Don Schumar titled “Smith & Wesson’s mysterious military pistol” (p. 35) suggests about 800 made for U.S. Military trials which were won by Beretta. Article states S&W surprised that less than a dozen delivered for trials & balance of production (A880900-A881800 range) released through normal commercial distribution channels. Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson indicates 803 similar finished firearms produced for FBI as Model 459 & that 30 prepared for 1980-1981 Military trials as Model 459A along w/ a second trials group as Model 459M. Product code 103004 is listed as fixed sights & non ambidextrous safety mfg. 1984. April 4, 1985 factory letter to Valley Gun Distributors references this as 1 of 803 fixed sight non glare blue finished pistols that had not previously been mfg. Further states special required government agency features including those used in FBI Model 459’s plus high impact grips also used on XM9 trials pistols. Non glare finish was specified by State Department & under consideration as a standard finish for fixed sighted Models 459 & 439. Last sentence states this variation “has never been produced nor offered to any commercial and/or Law Enforcement Distributors prior to this distribution.” Obvious inconsistencies between factory letter & “experts”. Blue Book refers to this as FBI Model. Further, factory box label w/ correct S# indicates Model 459, product code 103004 & special order 4256.” Second detached box label w/ same S# but product code 103011 & special order number 4268. MAGS: 2 factory 14 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box, 2 labels, tool kit & 459/559 manual. Also includes above mentioned article & letter. CONDITION: appears test fired only in near excellent condition. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1598/BH). MODERN. $650-900.
2586. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 459 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A753959. Bbl. 4”. Blued finish. Alloy frame. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Lanyard loop at butt. Black plastic checkered S&W grips. MAGS: 1 factory 14 rd. mag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original S&W factory box containing screwdriver & cleaning kit. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears new. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1599/BH). MODERN. $400-600.
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2588. SMITH & WESSON M46 SEMI AUTO TARGET PISTOL WITH ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 22 LR. S# 24951. Bbl.5 1/2” & & 7” additional slide. Considered the economy model of the M41. The M46 was finished without the fine blued finish or the more extensive machining processes that were used on the M41 pistols. The slide/ bbl assembly of this model can interchange with the M41, but not in reverse. It features a Patridge undercut front sight & adjustable trigger stop. MAGS: (2) 10rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box & 7” slide assembly. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition with some minor handling marks. Bright bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1723/ZAL) CURIO $1000-1500
2589. SMITH & WESSON / DEVEL MODEL 59 FULL HOUSE CUSTOM SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A351893.084. Bbl. 3 1/2” w/ slight flare (about .007”) at muzzle having square cut recessed crown. Mfg. 1976 or 1977 by S&W, then later modified by Charles Kelsey of DeVel having satin nickel finish. DeVel added to the S&W serial number with a dot plus their sequential number; this is their 84th. This was the forerunner of today’s compact semi-auto pistols; at the time, most concealable handguns were revolvers. DeVels were coveted customs of the late 1970’s; well known pistolero & author Rex Applegate used one. Very costly when produced having a mass of custom features; many of which are common on customs of today. Slide and grip frame are shortened (mags too) plus trigger guard relieved on right (designed for RH use) as well as having pronounced hook added. Very thin dark brown (wood appearance) Micarta grips (retained by small screws not in original locations) with Lexan windows on each side allowing one to view remaining cartridges in mag. that were modified to add viewing slots on their sides; red enameled DeVel emblem on each window. Hard chromed hammer is bobbed and rear spur of frame reduced. For reliability, DeVel used Wolfe springs throughout. Integral feed ramp of barrel is polished, ejection port lowered and pistol functioning tuned for reliability. Slide has long flutes, trough in front sight to add paint or fluorescence and fully adjustable rear sight appearing made by MMC. Even with modern technology, it would be difficult to find a compact carry gun with the features of this DeVel converted S&W. MAGS: 3 satin nickel finished 10 rd. (reduced from original 14 rd.) with dual pin retained finger extension bases. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown Rogers M59 double mag. pouch and dark brown form fitted pancake style holster without markings; both items very good plus. CONDITION: simply stated, all aspects are near excellent as if just from DeVel in late 1970’s. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1642/NW). MODERN. $4,000-6,000 281
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2587. ALLOY DOUBLE STACK SMITH & WESSON TDA PISTOL. Cal. 9mm. S# TBY3650. Bbl. 4”. Natural matte finish alloy frame traditional dbl. action pistol. Serrated slide w/ drift adj. front & adj. rear three dot sight. Ambidextrous safety/decocker. Serrated front strap & hammer spur. Checkered front triggerguard. Extended serrated slide release. Black plastic checkered wrap around grips w/ S&W insignia. Gently bevelled mag. well. Mfg. 19811988. MAGS: 2-14 rd. factory mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue cardboard factory box, original cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: all outward aspects indicate very little use if any. Extremely gentle thinning at areas of mechanical intervention. Shiny bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1561/JZ). MODERN. $500-900.
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2590. EARLY SMITH & WESSON MODEL 59 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A170651. Bbl. 4”. Mfg. 1972-1973. Blued finish. Alloy frame. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Serrated back strap. Lanyard loop on butt. 2 Piece zebrawood S&W grips. “Q” marked at bottom left on grip frame. MAGS: 2-14 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original S&W 2 piece blue factory box & paperwork. Original black plastic S&W checkered grips. Shorter mag. catch assembly. 4 grip screws. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent w/ 1 sm. area of wear on bottom front of slide from cycle wear. Bright shiny bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1594/BH). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2591. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 59 SEMI AUTO PISTOL Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A623963. Bbl. 4”. Nickel finish w/ blued hammer, trigger, safety & slide latch. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable U notch rear sight. Serrated front & rear grip straps. Lanyard loop at butt. 2 Piece black plastic checkered S&W grips. MAGS: 2 factory 14 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching blue 2 piece S&W box containing paperwork & cleaning kit. CONDITION: near excellent metal finish. Grips show a few scattered minor rub marks. Bright bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1595/BH). MODERN. $500-800.
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2593. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 539 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm. S# A764983. Bbl. 4”. Traditional dbl. action. Blued steel frame w/ matching blued serrated steel slide w/ blade front sight & adj. rear. Exposed hammer w/ serrated spur. Left side controls including safety/decocker. Checkered backstrap. Checkered hardwood grips w/ gold S&W medallion. Mfg. 1981-1983. MAGS: 2 - 8 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory blue cardboard box w/ cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: blue finish on exposed metal surfaces complete & consistent. Gentle thinning in areas of mechanical intervention. 1 Sm. area of thinning on slide just forward of ejection port. Grips free of any noticeable blemishing. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1546/JZ). MODERN. $500-900.
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2595. ONE OF 50 SMITH & WESSON FACTORY CLASS A ENGRAVED NICKEL PLATED SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm. S# A768604. Bbl. 4”. Originally mfg. from 1980-1982, total number was 10,609. Of those, 50 units were designated for Class A engraving & nickel plating, this one completed on November 15, 1983. Traditional dbl. action w/ serrated slide hosting a fixed blade front & adj. rear sights. Serrated hammer spur, safety/decocker, extended slide release & front & rear grip straps. Lanyard loop below pistol grip rear of mag. well. Checkered mag. release. Checkered black plastic grips w/ S&W logo. MAGS: 2 blued 14 rd. factory. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory blue cardboard box. Original cleaning kit. Factory paperwork & letter dated February 11, 1985 signed by David R. Guilbert, Product Service Operations Manager at S&W stating the above information true & correct w/ original envelope postmarked February 11, 1985. CONDITION: all aspects indicate absolutely new in box. No obvious visual blemishing of any kind. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1534/JZ). MODERN. $1,800-2,500.
2596. SATIN FINISH STAINLESS SMITH & WESSON MODEL 559. Cal. 9mm. S# A750733. Bbl. 4”. Bead blasted matte chrome finish traditional dbl. action pistol. Serrated slide w/ fixed blade front sight & adj, rear. Left side controls including safety/decocker. Serrated front & backstrap w/ lanyard loop. Black plastic checkered grips w/ S&W insignia. MAGS: 2 factory 14 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue cardboard factory box, cleaning kit & paperwork. CONDITION: original finish complete & consistent w/ draglines & thinning at areas of mechanical intervention. Bright bore w/ strong rifling & fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1776/JZ). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2594. SMIT & WESSON MODEL 539 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A775206. Bbl. 4”. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable rear sights. Nickel finish. Checkered walnut grips. MAGS: 1-9 rd. mag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original factory box containing screwdriver & cleaning kit. CONDITION: overall very good to near excellent w/ only a few scattered light handling marks. Bright, shiny bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1547/BH). MODERN. $600-900.
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2597. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 559 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A769188 Bbl. 4”. Mfg. 1980-1985. Blued steel frame & slide. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Lanyard loop at butt. 2 Piece black checkered plastic grips. MAGS: 1-14 rd. mag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original factory box containing original paperwork, screwdriver & cleaning kit. CONDITION: all aspects very good to near excellent w/ only the occasional light handling mark. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1590/ BH). MODERN. $500-700.
2598. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 559 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# A763411. Bbl. 4”. Nickel finished frame & slide. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable U notch rear sight. 2 Piece checkered black plastic S&W grips. MAGS: 1 factory 14 rd. mag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original S&W factory box containing ppwk plus S&W cleaning kit. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent w/ minor slide wear on bbl. at ejection port. Very good shiny bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1596/BH). MODERN. $500-800.
2599. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 5905 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# TFS2748. Bbl. 4”. Mfg. 1991 only. Blued carbon steel frame & slide. Adjustable 3 dot sights. Black plastic checkered wrap around S&W grips MAGS: 1-15 rd. mag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original S&W box containing paperwork. CONDITION: very good overall, retaining nearly all of its original factory finish. Near excellent bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1537/ BH). MODERN. $500-900. 2600. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 5906 “MODELO MILITAR” SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# LJF1995. Bbl. 4”. Approximately 500 Modelo Militars were produced with most being shipped to South American military & law enforcement. Consignor information states that this particular example was 1 of a 20 gun overrun distributed by Lew Horton. A great addition to any Smith & Wesson collection. Matching numbers on frame, slide & bbl. Melonite black finish. Novak 2 dot rear sight & matching white dot front. Ambidextrous decocking lever. Checkered black plastic wraparound S&W grips. Front of trigger guard is checkered. Serrated front strap. Lanyard loop in butt. Left side of slide marked “MODELO MILITAR”. MAGS: 2-10 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original S&W box w/ decorative outer sleeve. CONDITION: very good overall w/ scattered light handling marks & scratches. Very good bore w/ strong rifling PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1554/BH). MODERN. $1,200-1,800. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2601. PRE-PRODUCTION SMITH & WESSON 5906 PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Parabellum S#AIP0019 Bbl.4” An early PreProduction variant of the popular 5900 series stainless steel pistol. This particular example was photographed in the 4th Edition of The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson. Traditional double action. Serrated slide with adjustable 3-dot sights. Left side controls with ambidextrous safety/ decocker. Black plastic checkered wrap-around grips. MAGS. 2 factory 15rd UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES. Factory cleaning kit, Factory numbered cardboard box. CONDITION. All aspects appear as new. No noticeable blemishing of any kind. Bright bore with strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (221648 /JZ) MODERN $800-1,200
2602. SMITH & WESSON 61 POCKET ESCORT SEMI AUTO PISTOL W/ ORIG. BOX. Cal. 22 LR. S# B5743 (1970). Bbl. 2 1/8”. Blue finished w/ fixed sights & 2 piece brown plastic grips. MAGS: 1 - 5 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: orig. box & pouch. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1724/MD). CURIO. $300-500.
2603. S&W 61-2 NICKEL PLATED ESCORT PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# B12723. Bbl. 2 1/2”. Mfg. 1970-1974. A compact 5 shot mag. fed rimfire pistol. A total production of 64,938 were mfg. of which approx. 6,600 were in nickel. Drift adj. sights, satin finish on top of slide while the remainder is polished. White faux pearl checkered plastic grips. The Model 61-2 was the 2nd revision incorporating 1st a mag. safety & 2nd the addition of a bbl. nut. This design utilizes the bbl. mounted below the slide which creates a more linear recoil impulse reducing muzzle rise. MAGS: 1 - 5 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: light blue factory cardboard box w/ steel corners, cleaning kit & paperwork as well as blue S&W branded gun pouch. CONDITION: original finish is complete & consistent w/ no apparent blemishing aside from a minute amount of thinning on left side at muzzle. Left grip has a sm. crack that is invisible to the touch on the left top side at alignment pin. Bore is bright. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1725/JZ). MODERN. $300-500.
2604. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 639 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# TAU5788. Bbl. 4”. Stainless finish. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable U notch rear sight. Ambidextrous safety. Checkered walnut 2 piece S&W grips. Front of square trigger guard as well as back strap are checkered. MAGS: 2-8 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original factory box & paperwork CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. Bright shiny bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1545/BH). MODERN. $500-800.
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2605. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 645 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 45 ACP. S# TBF9723. Bbl. 5”. Serrated ramp front sight w/ red insert. Adjustable U notch rear sight. Stainless finish. Ambidextrous safety. Checkering on front of squared trigger guard as well as both grip straps. Black plastic 2 piece S&W checkered grips. MAGS: 2 factory 8 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching original S&W box w/ S&W cleaning kit. CONDITION: very good to near excellent light slide wear at ejection port & the occasional light handling mark. Bright bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1543/BH). MODERN. $500-900.
2606. STAINLESS 9MM TDA SMITH & WESSON MODEL 659 IN BOX. Cal. 9mm. S# TBW9350. Bbl. 4”. Stainless steel traditional dbl. action pistol. Serrated slide w/ fixed blade front sight & adj. rear. Ambidextrous safety/ decocker. Serrated front & backstrap. Checkered trigger guard on front. Serrated hammer spur. Black plastic checkered grips w/ S&W insignia. Left side controls. MAGS: 2 factory 15 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory cardboard box & paperwork. CONDITION: gentle signs of thinning on high spots typically associated w/ holstering & in areas of mechanical intervention. Shiny bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1601/JZ). MODERN. $500-800. 2607. RARE SMITH & WESSON 659 “SUPERGUN 1 MATE” 1 OF ONLY 2 S&W MODEL SHOP PISTOLS KNOWN TO EXIST IN THIS CONFIGURATION. Cal. 9mm Para. S# A874410. Bbl. 5”. According to the accompanying Paul Liebenberg letter of authenticity this pistol is one of only two known M659 based 9mm pistols featuring a handmade slide & 5” bbl. This distinctive pistol is a mate to Tom Campbell’s “Supergun 1” that he used during the IPSC competition during the late 70’s - early 80’s. This variation was made on a modified M659 receiver that the model makers produced from a M52 forging with an adjustable S&W rear sight, carbon steel slide & bbl, slide mounted manual safety, & M52 single action ignition system. The letter further indicates that this pistol was transferred to Paul Liebenberg in 1990 by one of the original model makers that were involved in the manufacture of the slide components. MAGS: (5) original 14rd mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Performance Center box & Letter of authenticity. CONDITION: All aspects are near excellent with only a couple of minor blemishes. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Appears unfired. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1550/ZAL) MODERN $1500-2500
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2609. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MATCH MODEL 945 PISTOL. Cal. 45 ACP. S# LEW0162. Mfg. 1998. Bbl. 5”, marked “Performance Center”. Single action. Stainless steel construction w/ a combination of polishing & bead blasting. Heavily scalloped serrations on slide front & rear hosting drift adj. front blade sight & Bo-Mar adj. rear sight. “Performance Center” marked on left of slide. Short beavertail grip safety. Ambidextrous thumb safety w/ remainder of controls on left side, including extended serrated slide release & extended checkered mag. release. Bevelled mag. well. Checkered flat mainspring & front strap. Checkered laminated wood grips. MAGS: 2 Performance Center marked 8 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Performance Center plastic case containing extra recoil spring, spare mag. & paperwork. CONDITION: all outward aspects indicate very little use, if any. No noticeable blemishing in any regard. Bright bore w/ aggressive rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1564/JZ). MODERN. $1,000-1,500. 2610. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 952-1 PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# KAZ0690. Bbl. 5”, marked “Performance Center”. Blued finish on all exposed metal surfaces. Serrated slide w/ dovetailed blade front & adj. Wilson Combat rear sight. Slide marked “Performance Center 952” on left side. Frame bears Performance Center logo above model number on right side. Left side controls. Two piece checkered walnut grips w/ engraved S&W logo. Checkered backstrap & serrated frontstrap. Bevelled mag. well. Approx. 1,735 blued model 952s were manufactured. MAGS: 2 factory 9-rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: aluminium Performance Center lockable storage box, sealed fired rd. & paperwork. CONDITION: finish coverage is complete & consistant w/ light thinning in areas of mechanical intervention & a few drag lines typically synonymous w/ holstering. Grip panels appear free of noticeable defect. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1562/JZ). MODERN. $1,500-2,250. 287
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2608. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 845 LIMITED PISTOL. Cal. 45 ACP. S# MPC0418. Mfg. 1995. Bbl. 5”, marked “Performance Center”. A full target version of the popular model 745, this designated the 845 Limited. Stainless construction. Serrated slide hosting Bo-Mar low profile sights. Left side controls. Extended beavertail. Checkered front strap. Checkered wrap around high impact plastic grip. Extended mag. release. Bevelled mag. well. Frame marked w/ Performance Center logo on right side above trigger; mags. also bear Performance Center logo. These guns were shipped w/ an extra recoil spring which is included w/ this example. MAGS: 2 Performance Center 8-rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Performance Center plastic case containing extra recoil spring, spare mag. & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects indicate very little use. Thinning primarily in areas of mechanical intervention. A few sm. drag lines in metal finish. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1552/JZ). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.
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2611. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 952-1 PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# KAZ1656. Bbl. 5”. Blued finish on all exposed metal surfaces. Serrated slide w/ dovetailed blade front & adj. Wilson Combat rear sight. Slide marked “Performance Center” on right side. Frame bears Performance Center logo above S#. Left side controls. Two piece checkered walnut grips w/ engraved S&W logo. Checkered backstrap & serrated frontstrap. Approx. 1,735 blued model 952s were manufactured. MAGS: 2 factory 9-rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: aluminium Performance Center lockable storage box, sealed fired rd., lock & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects indicate “as new”. No visible blemishing on factory finish. Grip panels appear free of noticeable defect. Still retains orange chamber plug. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1563/JZ). MODERN. $1,500-2,250. 2612. LIKE NEW SMITH & WESSON CHIEFS SPECIAL TDA PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Para. S# BAY6979. Bbl. 3”. Alloy frame traditional dbl. action w/ bobbed hammer. Stainless serrated slide hosting low profile three dot sights. Left side controls w/ ambidextrous safety/ decocker. Rubber grips. Bevelled mag. well. Full length guide rod. MAGS: 2 factory 7 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue plastic foam lined factory case w/ lock & paperwork. Includes fired casing. CONDITION: all outward aspects indicate very little use, if any. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1657/JZ). MODERN. $400-600. 2613. EXTREMELY DESIRABLE S&W DOUG KOENIG 38 SUPER PERFORMANCE CENTER 1911-2 PISTOL. Cal. 38 Super S#DKC0144. 5” Performance Center Bbl. Manufactured 2005. First introduced at the 2004 SHOT Show, this is S&W’s special Performance Center variation of the legendary Model 1911 pistol, originally designed by John M. Browning. Single action with a scalloped rear serrated slide hosting a black dovetailed front sight and micro-click adjustable black rear sight. Polished stainless steel frame w/ right side Performance Center logo and 2-tone polished and matte finish stainless steel slide bearing Doug Koenig logo on rear left side. Serrated Doug Koenig Speed hammer. Competition trigger with over-travel stop. Extended beavertail grip safety and enlarged ambidextrous thumb safety. Aggressively checkered mainspring housing and fine checkered front strap. Bevelled competition mag well. Oversized external extractor and full length guide rod. Black rubber double diamond grips bearing S&W logo in center. Glass smooth action. MAGS: 8rd w/extended floorplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory Allen black carry pouch embroidered w/gold Performance Center logo, factory shipping box, fired casing and paperwork. CONDITION: All outward aspects indicate little or no use beyond factory test firing. No visible imperfections in any regard. Bright bore w/strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1727/JZ). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2614. S&W PERFORMANCE CENTER “SHORTY 9” PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# PCV0379. Bbl. 3.5”. Mfg. 1993. Alloy frame w/ serrated blue steel slide acting host to Novak Model Lo-Mount 3 dot sight. Hand fitted titanium bushing; traditional double action w/ serrated bobbed hammer. Left side controls serrated front strap. Beveled magwell. Black plastic checkered grips w/ S&W insignia. Right side of frame marked w/ Performance Center logo. Bbl. marked “9MM P/PERFORMANCE”. 611 total mfg. MAGS. Performance Center marked 12 rd. CONDITION: matte black finish on slide enjoys complete coverage w/ only traces of thinning on high points at muzzle. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1558/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2616. 2 S&W MODEL 2206 SEMIAUTO PISTOLS; TARGET & FIELD. BOTH: cal. 22 LR. Stainless w/ blued Patridge front sights & adj. rears (Micrometer on Field plus Millett on Target). Hooked trigger guards & mag. release in front strap. MAGS: 2 blued factory 10 rd. TOTAL. CONDITION: both w/ occasional very faint marks but generally near excellent including bores. 1) TARGET. S# UBA1031. Bbl. 6”. Mfg. 1994-1996 in Houlton ME having bright milled sides & matte finished edges. Bbl. drilled & tapped for sight base. Smooth finger grooved walnut grips. Blued trigger & controls. (22-225/NW). 2) FIELD. S# TZE0112. Bbl. 4 1/2”. Mfg. 19901996 in Springfield MA. Checkered black synthetic factory grips. All matte finished w/ aluminum trigger & flashed chrome side levers plus blued mag. latch. (22-226/NW). MODERN. $600-800. 2617. RUGER RED LABEL O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# 400-37066. Bbl. 28” vent rib w/ brass bead. Fixed IC & MOD chokes. Blued boxlock action w/ single trigger & ejectors. Forearm & plastic capped pistol grip stock of satin finished fancy walnut have cut checkering & original solid red Ruger pad. Blued receiver guns were mfg. 1977-1985. UNATTACHED ACCECSSORIES: white Ruger box w/ non matching label. Box shows delamination from water damage. CONDITION: near excellent, retaining 99% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bores. (22-156/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.
2618. RUGER RED LABEL 20 GAUGE O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# 40042701. The 26” bbls. w/ fixed chokes & ventilated rib are marked for chokes (IC & MOD) & chambers on monobloc. There are no other factory markings on bbls. Blued low profile O/U action features SST & marked “Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.” “Southport, Conn.” “U.S.A.” on bottom. Well figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over thin red Ruger pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & grip cap has inset red eagle. Matching 1 piece forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2+”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: fine to very fine showing relatively little use w/ a scattering of light marks & scratches mostly in wood. Shiny bores. Mechanically good. Safety is quite stiff. (21-4021/MGM). MODERN. $1,000-1,500. 289
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2615. SMITH & WESSON “SHORTY 40” 2000 PERFORMANCE CENTER PISTOL. Cal. 40 S&W. S# DSF0031. Bbl. 3.5”. The “Shorty 40” was built by the S&W Performance Center to be distributed by Camfour in the year 2000. Though several other “Shorty 40” models have been produced in previous years this would be the first 2 tone finish variant. An aluminum frame w/ a stainless, 2 tone black & natural finish slide, is cut w/ front & rear serrations to enhance grip while cocking & plays host to Novak Lo-Mount carry 3 dot sights. Ambidextrous decocker only (not a safety). Bobbed lightening cut hammer. Bbl. utilizes a hand fit Briley Bushing. Checkered frontstrap & mag. release. Black checkered wrap around plastic grips w/ S&W insignia. Frame is marked on left side “SHORTY 40 2000” & bares the S&W Performance Center logo on the right side. Beveled magwell. MAGS: 2 factory 9 rd. marked “Performance Center”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: attractive aluminum lockable case bearing lg. Performance Center medallion. Original cardboard shipping box. Lock & paperwork. CONDITION: all outward aspects indicate very little use if any beyond test firing. No outwardly visible blemishing in any aspect beyond 2 light rub marks on top right of slide under close inspection. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. The fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1555/JZ). MODERN. $1,500-2,200.
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2619. RUGER RED LABEL O/U SKEET SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# 400-40899. Bbls. 26” VR w/ fixed skeet & skeet chokes. Blue finished boxlock action w/ SST & selective ejectors. Walnut forearm & plastic capped pistol grip stock w/ point pattern cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over solid red Ruger pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2”. Neutral cast. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 3.7 oz. Mfg. 1987. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original white cardboard box containing instruction manual, record, NRA, & Old Model cards. One side of box exhibits spilled coffee damage. CONDITION: over 85% original blue showing edge & carry wear. Original stock finish shows light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Very good bright bores. Tight action, top lever sets slightly left of center. (21-4592/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2620. RUGER RED LABEL O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. (3”). S# 410-35761. Bbls. 26” VR w/ fixed chokes of IC & Mod. Mfg. 1989 w/ stainless receiver & blued bbls. Single trigger w/ tang safety / bbl. selector. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock set w/ red pad & black grip cap having red eagle medallion; gold eagle medallion on forend. CONDITION: hint of firing residue in bores but overall near excellent. (21-4468/NW). MODERN. $750-1,000.
2621. RUGER NO. 1 B SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# 130-14563. Bbl. 26”, sightless. Leupold VariX-II 3-9x40 gloss finish scope w/ duplex reticle on Ruger rings & quarter rib. Semi-beavertail forearm & capped pistol grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ cut checkering, swivel bases & Ruger solid red pad. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Original wood finish shows sm. marks. Bright, near excellent bore. Scope has bright optics. (22-915/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,300.
2622. RUGER No. 1-V FALLING BLOCK RIFLE WITH UNERTL SCOPE. Cal. 22-250. S# 131-19962. Bbl. 24” Varmint having Unertl style target blocks plus provision for standard Ruger bases. Blued w/ walnut stock set having red pad, cut checkering, steel grip cap, sling studs & good grain figure in butt. Mfg. 1978 w/ Ruger warning marks on bbl. Fitted w/ Unertl 2” target scope of 15 power having crosshair reticle & adj. objective; S# 60102. Aluminum Unertl target mts. w/ recoil spring. Eyepiece w/ distinct plum hue; includes screw in lens caps. CONDITION: light rub marks on scope tube due to operation on this & other mountings. All other aspects including optics & bore are near excellent. (22-1489/NW). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.
2623. RUGER No. 3 FALLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 132-24246. Bbl. 22” w/ dovetailed, w/ provisions for missing front & rear sights. Mfg. 1981. Standard carbine forend; replacement uncheckered buttstock having shadow line cheekpiece, pistol grip & Pachmayr ventilated pad (14 1/4” LOP). Weaver Challenger 4X duplex reticle scope in aluminum rings on Weaver bases. CONDITION: very good appearance w/ tangs slightly proud of wood. Rear of receiver cleaned of prior oxidation & touch up blued; likely caused by factory “salt wood” buttstock. Balance of metal & wood finish very good to near excellent. Near excellent bore & scope set (screwdriver marks on rings). (21-4301/NW). MODERN. $500-750. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2625. ENGRAVED STAINLESS RUGER MINI-14 SEMI AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 223 Rem. S# 183-36973 (1982). Stainless finished rifle is adorned w/ scroll engraving that covers the receiver, operating rod, bbl., band, front sight, floorplate, & trigger guard. Bbl. 18/2” w/ blade front sight. Aperture rear sight. Black plastic hand guard. Laminate green & black wooden stock w/ “ELIMANATOR” buttpad. MAGS: 1 aftermarket 20 rd. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ minor marks & mildew spots. Very good bore. (22-1824/MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2626. RUGER TANG SAFETY FLATBOLT MODEL 77-V BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 220 Swift. S# 70-69213. Bbl. 26” Varmint w/ provision for Unertl scope blocks on bbl. & front receiver bridge. Mfg. 1973 w/out warning marks on bbl. Checkered walnut stock w/ sling studs, grip cap & red pad. Fitted w/ Canjar set trigger having trigger guard altered to fit. Early Flatbolt model having cartridge guide & plum hued receiver. High Ruger rings w/ Lyman All-American Perma-Center 25X LWBR (light weight bench rest) gloss finished scope having capped target turrets, adjustable objective, screw in lens caps & fine crosshair reticle. CONDITION: very good to excellent overall appearance w/ some very faint handling marks on stock along w/ light scratches on floorplate / trigger guard. Balance of metal finish near excellent as is bore. Light marks on turret caps of scope; all other aspects near excellent including optics. (22-1491/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2627. RUGER BICENTENNIAL TANG SAFETY MODEL 77-V BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 220 Swift. S# 72-20721. Bbl. 26” Varmint having Bicentennial marking plus provision for Unertl style scope block & matching provision on front receiver bridge. Mfg. 1976 w/ checkered walnut stock having sling studs, grip cap & red pad. High 30mm. scope rings w/ Vortex Diamondback Tactical 4-16x44 scope having matte finish, target turrets, side wheel parallax adjustment, Euro fast focus & 3 post tactical grid reticle in first focal plane. CONDITION: overall near excellent w/ some faint handling marks on stock set plus rub mark on bottom of trigger guard. Bore & scope set near excellent. (22-1496/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2628. RUGER M77 MKII VBZ VARMINT BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 204 Ruger. S# 79105025. Bbl. 26” varmint weight. Stainless steel construction w/ target grade finish. Laminated varmint weight stock w/ swivel bases & Ruger solid black pad. Trijicon 5-20x50 AO 30mm tube scope w/ target turrets, matte black finish & Mil-Dot reticle. CONDITION: 98% metal finish. Stock shows scattered scratches & marks. Bright bore w/ sound rifling. Scope has clear optics. (22-1510/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,400. 291
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2624. RUGER NO. 3 CARBINE IN 22 HORNET. Cal. 22 Hornet. S# 132-04242. The 22” bbl. is fitted w/ standard sights & scope blocks. Action is marked “Ruger No. 3” on top of receiver. Stocks of oil finished American walnut are of carbine type w/ semi crescent buttplate & bbl. band secondary attachment of forend. CONDITION: fine, metal parts retaining essentially all of their factory finish w/ a few light marks & filing on rear scope base. There are a few minor sm. dents & a scratch or 2 in wood. Very fine bore. Mechanically fine. (22-1972/MGM). MODERN. $500-750.
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2629. RUGER MODEL 77RBZ TANG SAFETY BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# 771-67763. Bbl. 22” w/out provisions for sights. Mfg. 1988 w/ 2 tone (BZ) laminated walnut stock set w/out checkering but w/ black pad & sling studs having black nylon sling fashioned from cargo securing strap having quick release at mid point. Ruger rings holding Leupold 3-9 VARI-X IIc. gloss finished duplex reticle scope. CONDITION: good plus overall appearance w/ numerous stock marks mixed w/ peeling finish showing mostly adjacent to recoil pad. Numerous scratches on trigger guard/floorplate. Light oxidation on sling studs. Good to very good blued metal surfaces. Occasional sm. marks on scope; mostly around eyepiece. Near excellent bore & optics. (21-4478/NW). MODERN. $550-800.
2630. AIRROW RIMFIRE ARCHERY SYSTEM ON RUGER 77/22 BOLT RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 700-51810. Bbl. 20”. Swivel machine big game arrow conversion installed on Ruger 77/22 rifle. This interesting configuration utilizes several different commercially available blanks to launch a type 2512 arrow upwards of over 430 feet per second. Marketed as a drop in conversion, the Airrow bbl. mounted utilizing Ruger’s wedge lock bbl. design replacing the original requiring only a single allen wrench. Reverting back to the original configuration is just as easy. The Airrow bbl. is 18.75” in length & consists of a satin finish aluminum tube largely resembling a bull bbl. or integrally suppressed model. Arrow is inserted into tube utilizing a full length internal guide rod. Checkered hardwood factory stock w/ Ruger buttplate & grip cap. The factory rings sport a matte finish 1-4X Leupold scope w/ duplex crosshair. Factory blue finish on bolt & receiver. Padded leather sling. MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 6-16” Arrows. Factory 20” .22 LR bbl. 1 Box of Duo-Fast #4 construction blanks. Original Airrow instruction manual. CONDITION: bluing on original bbl. & receiver is complete & consistent demonstrating only a few light scratches typical of those associated w/ storage. Airrow conversion bbl. has a frosted finish extending 2.5” beyond the chamber w/ only gentle staining typically associated w/ vertical rack storage. Shoulder stock sports a few light impressions & a gentle scratching in areas that coincide w/ rested shooting. Checkering is largely unblemished. Scope finish free of any noticeable blemishing & retains clear glass w/ a crisp reticle. Bore on original bbl. is shiny. (21-4574/JZ). MODERN. $700-1,100.
2631. RUGER 77 MKII 30-06 RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# 760-01039. Bbl. 22”. Bright blue dark finish on bbl. & bolt w/ dark reddish tint on receiver. Checkered hardwood stock w/ ebony endcap. Synthetic Ruger grip cap & Ruger recoil pad. High rise blade front sight. Adj. folding leaf rear sight. Integral receiver scope base for optic mounting. 6 O’clock sling attachment points via bbl. ring & rear buttstock. MAGS: none. CONDITION: original bluing retains its full coverage. Stock possesses only a few very gentle depressions & still retains crisp, sharp checkering. All outward appearances indicate very little use. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (21-4411/JZ). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2632. RUGER 77 MKII BOLT ACTION RIFLE W/ SCOPE. Cal. .223. S# 78007979. This light short rifle has a 20” bbl. without sights marked w/ Ruger info & warning on top. Short MKII action has markings on left side & has polished bolt. Alloy bottom metal has hinged floorplate. Capped pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 13 3/4” over red Ruger pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip & on forend. Rifle is mounted w/ Leupold Vari-X II 2-7x scope w/ duplex reticle in Ruger rings. CONDITION: very fine. Blued parts w/ only a few minor scratches, mostly on floorplate. There are some minor dings & compressions in finish of wood. Scope has some marks on/in exterior lacquer. optically clear. Fine bore. Mechanically good. (22-1843/MGM). CURIO. $500-750. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2634. RUGER MODEL 44 SEMI-AUTO CARBINE. Cal. 44 Mag. S# 132286. Bbl. 18 1/2” w/ standard bead front sight & folding rear plus receiver drilled & tapped w/ Lyman 66RU steel receiver sight. Mfg. 1968 w/ added factory feature of mag. release button for ease of unloading. Stock reshaped w/ ebony grip cap & Pachmayr ventilated pad (13 5/8” LOP) w/ top of carbine buttplate inletting filled w/ black plastic. Uncle Mike’s sling stud set & black nylon speed sling. CONDITION: very good metal finish w/ occasional use & handling marks along w/ occasional sm. spot of oxidation. Good appearing refinished stock set w/ epoxy repaired cracks at right front of loading port plus elliptical area going back & around from left rear of receiver to left rear of trigger guard. Proper functioning non fouled gas piston & near excellent bore. (21-4511/NW). CURIO. $450-600.
2635. RUGER STAINLESS MODEL 10/22 RBIWI SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 0006-83170. Bbl. 18 1/2” w/ standard factory blued sights. Mfg. 2016 as Model 1264 w/ catalog # K10/22RBIW. Latest Mannlicher example w/ walnut stock, cut checkering, red pad, sling swivels & black plastic grip cap. Action updates include: polymer trigger group assembly w/ grooved faced trigger, extended mag. release & “RUGER” engraved on polished bolt. Natural finished aluminum receiver fitted w/ Williams WGRS receiver sight mounted using factory drilled & tapped holes for scope base. MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original matching numbered box w/ packaging. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore; appears new. (21-4512/NW). MODERN. $350-500.
2636. RUGER MODEL 10/22 DELUXE SPORTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 23126045. Bbl. 18 1/2” w/ factory brass bead front sight & folding rear. Mfg. 1989 w/ alloy trigger guard & checkered walnut sporter stock having swivels plus solid black pad. MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd. CONDITION: very good to excellent overall appearance w/ occasional faint stock mark. Near excellent bore. (22-20/NW). MODERN. $250-400.
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2633. RUGER MODEL 44R SEMI-AUTO CARBINE. Cal. 44 Mag. S# 130572. Bbl. 18 1/2” w/ brass bead front sight & folding leaf rear. Mfg. 1968 (1961-1985) w/ walnut stock having anodized aluminum carbine buttplate. Earlier example w/ screw attached cartridge guide; latest feature of push button cartridge release. Factory drilled & tapped for scope bases w/ plug screws. CONDITION: minor light marks on bbl. forward of stock; balance of metal finishes very good to excellent. Good to very good stock w/ light handling marks & scratched finish forward of bbl. band; no dents or gouges. Weak spring in rear sight & slight bend. Near excellent bore. (22-169/NW). CURIO. $700-1,000.
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2637. RUGER BIRDSHEAD GRIP VAQUERO REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 58-19437. Bbl. 3 5/8” w/ steel ejector housing, left side warning marks, blade front sight & notched rear in case colored frame. Mfg. 2002 w/ birdshead grip frame having black laminated grips & silver eagle medallions. Wide smooth faced trigger, standard Blackhawk type hammer & “nail head” cyl. pin. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered factory gray plastic case. CONDITION: very faint cyl. turn line; all other aspects near excellent including bore & grips. (21-4419/NW). MODERN. $750-1,000.
2638. RUGER STAINLESS OLD ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 45. S# 145-96502. Bbl. 7 1/2” w/ blued serrated blade front sight & frame mounted adj. rear. Mfg. approx. 2008 or 2009; no online factory info & RENE lists 145-96437 as highest known No. Wide smooth faced trigger & XR3-RED grip frame w/ laminated factory rosewood grips having silver eagle medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered factory gray plastic case w/ factory nipple wrench. CONDITION: faint cyl. turn line; all other aspects near excellent including bore & grips. (0120218/NW). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.
2639. JOHN ADAMS ENGRAVED RUGER SUPER SINGLE SIX OLD MODEL CONVERTIBLE REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR/22 Mag. S# 60-02364. Bbl. 6 1/2” w/ ejector. Ramp mounted Patridge front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted 22 Mag. cyl. Frame, bbl., cyl., ejector housing & grip straps have vine type foliate custom engraving. Engravers signature “John Adams” is found on bottom of bbl. Letter w/ gun states that John Adams engraved this gun while at Artistic Engraving of Mansfield, Mass. Muzzle has a single gold band w/ address markings on top being highlighted by gold wire border & fancy scroll ends. Rear of cyl. has dbl. gold bands. Sides of hammer are jeweled. Original 2 piece walnut grip w/ black medallions. 1969 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from engraver w/ printed descriptions & receipt dated “3/4/1976”. 22 LR cyl. w/ matching scroll engraving having single gold line border at rear. CONDITION: over 97% reblued finish showing slight edge wear. Grip straps have lightly worn original finish. Grips show scattered handling marks. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-1631/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2640. TURNBULL FINISHED RUGER GP100 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 178-68674. Bbl. 4 1/4”. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable white outline rear sight. Blued steel bbl., fluted 6 shot cyl. & trigger guard. Attractive Turnbull color case hardened frame. Cushioned black rubber Hogue Monogrip w/ Ruger emblem on right side. CONDITION: all aspects very good to near excellent w/ faint cyl. dragline. Shiny bore w/ crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1747/BH). MODERN. $600-900.
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2642. RUGER “FLAT TOP” OLD MODEL BLACKHAWK REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 6147. Bbl. 4 5/8” w/ ramped base sight having wavy lines as used on first models. Mfg. 1956 (1955-1962) w/ offset steel ejector housing, capped base pin latch, serrated small button ejector rod head, Micro rear sight w/ index mark on elevation screw, XR3 grip frame & black checkered hard rubber grips having black eagle medallions. Safety transfer bar update has been installed. CONDITION: good plus original dull polish correct for year. Noticeable holster wear on cyl. & ejector housing. Minimal marks on grip frame; mostly at low corner of backstrap. Near excellent bore & grips. Nice low numbered Flat Top. (22-946/NW). CURIO. $550-800.
2643. RUGER STAINLESS REDHAWK REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# 500-10639. Bbl. 7 1/2” ribbed w/ user changeable red insert front sight plus white outline adj. rear. Mfg. 1981 (2nd yr.) w/ rosewood grips having silver eagle medallions. CONDITION: faint cleaned firing residue on cyl. face plus hint of turn line; all other aspects near excellent including bore. (21-4389/NW). MODERN. $650-900.
2644. RUGER OLD MODEL BLACKHAWK REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 135060. Bbl. 4 5/8” w/ integral ramped blade sight. Mfg. 1968; last year before requirement of unique (hyphenated) S#’s. Protected sight version w/ original Old Model parts & walnut grips having black eagle medallions. Bonanza Gold fill added to markings on left side of bbl. & frame. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good matching numbered 2 piece yellow box. CONDITION: very faint beginning cyl. turn line; generally all aspects near excellent including bore & grips. (22-896/NW). CURIO. $450-650.
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2641. RUGER SUPER REDHAWK ALASKAN REVOLVER WITH FACTORY BOX. Cal. 44 Mag. S# 530-46600. Bbl. 2 1/2” w/ solid rib & full length lug. Catalogue number KSRH-2. Pinned serrated ramp front sight. Adj. target rear sight. Stainless checkered hammer & smooth trigger. Matte black finish. Six shot, unrecessed fluted matte grey finished cyl. Stippled rubber Ruger grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box, paperwork & lock. CONDITION: overall very good w/ very nice matte black finish. Cyl. shows light dragline & mottled dried oil on surface. Near excellent bore showing evidence of light firing. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of Fred Inganamort. (22-1757/ZAL). MODERN. $600-900.
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2645. RUGER MARK II TARGET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 215-94012. Bbl. 5 1/2” bull w/ undercut target front sight & corresponding receiver mounted adj. rear. Blued model mfg. 1990 w/ silver trigger & checkered black plastic grips having silver eagle medallion. MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd. CONDITION: very slight thinning of finish at muzzle & left front of receiver w/ overall near excellent appearance including bore & grips. (21-4460/NW). MODERN. $300-400.
2646. RUGER OM SUPER SINGLE SIX CONVERTIBLE REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR / 22 Mag. S# 569538. Bbl. 5 1/2” w/ screw attached undercut front sight & frame mounted adj. rear; no warning marks. Mfg. 1969 w/ walnut grips having black eagle medallions. 3 Screw model w/ factory safety update parts installed. Alloy ejector housing. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching mag cyl. & red felt bag. CONDITION: very good overall w/ occasional faint mark to include beginning turn line on cyl. & marks on ejector housing. Near excellent bore & grips. (21-1723/NW). CURIO. $300-450.
2647. RUGER MARK IV WBR 100 YEARS COMMEMORATIVE PISTOL & CRKT KNIFE SET. Cal. 22 LR. S# WBR100-0252. Bbl. 6 7/8” slab side w/ Ruger’s signature on left & 100 year info on right. Mfg. 2016 as stainless Competition Model w/ Patridge front sight & receiver mounted adj. rear; receiver factory drilled & tapped for scope base. 1,000 units produced celebrating 100th birthday of WBR; 2016. Special set including CRKT matching numbered knife w/ laminated rosewood handles having silver eagle medallions plus leather sheath. Smooth rosewood grips w/ silver eagle medallions. Blued controls including ambidextrous safety. MAGS: 2 factory 10 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box & commemorative sleeve plus CRKT knife. CONDITION: all aspects of entire set near excellent; appearing new. Consignor states safety recall has been done by Ruger. (21-4431/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2648. REMINGTON XR-100 RANGEMASTER BOLT ACTION SINGLE SHOT TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 204 Ruger. S# 7810314. Bbl. 26”, target weight. Action features jeweled bolt body, matte black metal finish. Gray/green laminated Monte Carlo cheekpiece thumbhole stock w/ forearm vents, swivel bases & thin black pad. Osprey 6-24 50mm matte finish scope w/ 30mm tube, target turrets, ao & range finding reticle on Leupold mounts. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing owner’s manual, safety act notice, Virginia firearms law summary, retailer tag & trigger lock. CONDITION: near new, appears unused. Scope has bright optics. (22-1023/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,600. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2650. REMINGTON MODEL 81 WOODSMASTER AUTOLOADING RIFLE. Cal. 35 Rem. S# 7711. Bbl. 22” w/ recoil spring sleeve. Ramp mounted bead front sight w/ island mounted folding leaf rear sight & combination tang sight. Blue finish recoil operated action w/ inline box mag. Walnut forearm & pistol grip stock w/ checkered steel buttplate. CONDITION: over 95% original blue showing sm. marks. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Bore is generally bright w/ sharp rifling, showing a few sm. spots of light pitting. (22-916/DS). CURIO. $500-750.
2651. REMINGTON MODEL 81 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 300 Sav. S# 26308. Bbl. 22” w/ shroud containing recoil spring; bead sight at front plus rear bbl. sight removed & sight mounting screws reinstalled. Mfg. May 1950. Redfield Series 102 receiver sight plus pattern of 6 drilled & tapped holes for scope base. Very sm. SS# electro engraved below model number. Standard pistol grip stock set w/ brown Pachmayr ventilated pad; 13 3/4” LOP. CONDITION: good to very good appearance is somewhat dull toned such as bottom front of receiver from cradling. Rub marks from prior scope base installation. Light marks on buttstock; well fitted pad. Oil finished stock set; near excellent bore. (21-4473/NW). CURIO. $450-600.
2652. REMINGTON MODEL 8 W/ CHECKERED STOCKS & MARBLE TANG SIGHT. Cal. 35 Rem. S# 13364. The 22” bbl. is fitted w/ two folding leaf rear & bead front sight & has Remington markings on top. Blued action w/ S# on bottom is fitted w/ Marble tang sight. American walnut rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock is fitted w/ Remington UMC hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip, matching schnabled forend attaches w/ sling loop as head. CONDITION: fine as completely refinished. Metal parts retain nearly all reblue. Stocks w/ new oil finish over some repairs, including two circular plugs on right side of butt. Checkering recut. Bore is very good, slightly dark. Mechanically good. (22-1849/MGM). CURIO. $350-500.
2653. REMINGTON MODEL 8 IN 35 REM. W/ MARBLE REAR SIGHT. Cal. 35 Rem. S# 65714. The 22” bbl. w/ Remington marks on top is fitted w/ semi buckhorn rear & silver bead front sights. Typical blued action has Remington marks on left side & is fitted w/ Marble tang sight, specially made for this model. Stocks are of American walnut & are fitted w/ original steel buttplate we/ return on bottom holding sling eye matching that on bottom of bbl. Schnabled forend has sm. sling type mounting screw. CONDITION: fine. Metal parts retaining over 90% original blue. Stock w/ 85% original finish w/ some marks & losses. There is some paper remnants stuck to left side of butt. Bore is bright & shiny. Mechanically good. (22-1970/MGM). CURIO. $400-600. 297
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2649. REMINGTON POLICE MODEL 81 WOODSMASTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 30 Rem. S# 19149. Bbl. 22” that codes Jan. 1942. Police style w/ Lyman 41 receiver sight & Remington info moved to stacked area at mid point of receiver. Matching numbered 149 bbl. assembly w/ proper Police style Patridge profile front sight blade. Early variation w/out extended detachable mag. nor w/ shroud cuts for induction brazing to bbl. Forend screw attached rather than w/ swivel; no swivels. Plain pistol grip walnut stock set w/ Remington checkered steel buttplate. Left side of trigger guard stamped “X2” at front & “50” at rear. Numerous inspector marks in front of mag. box. Very popular w/ early police departments due to its power, ease of handling & rugged dependability plus ability to speed load w/ stripper clips. Increased sight radius over standard models allowed more accurate firing & fast target acquisition. Later models w/ standout 15 rd. mags. are more common; scarce early model w/out provision for rear bbl. sight but marked w/ Remington info. CONDITION: very good example w/ some slight finish marks on bbl. jacket forward of forend. Slight high point thinning on receiver sight & cocking knob. Especially nice receiver finish w/ no bottom wear from cradling. Very good to excellent buttplate. Light stock marks on buttstock; noticeably more marks on forend including bottom of front (likely from supported shooting). PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (22-390/NW). CURIO. $1,000-1,800.
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2654. REMINGTON 788 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm-08. S# A6098429. Bbl. 26” custom tapered rnd. heavy weight of stainless steel. BSA platinum 24x44 AO matte finished scope w/ standard crosshairs on Weaver type bases. 9 Lug action w/ right side safety. Custom Canjar set trigger. Monte Carlo pistol grip hardwood stock w/ original Remington buttplate. MAGS: 1-4 rd. detachable. CONDITION: bbl. has good stainless finish. Action retains 90% original blue. Wood has good satin refinish. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-907/DS). MODERN. $500-750.
2655. REMINGTON 7400 SEMI AUTO CARBINE. Cal. 30-06. S# B8433691. Bbl. 19” w/ sporting sights. Simmons Aetec 2.8-10x50 matte finish scope w/ duplex reticle on Weaver see through mts. Matte black metal finish. Black synthetic forearm & Monte Carlo stock w/ checkering, swivel bases & solid black recoil pad. MAGS: 1-4 rd. CONDITION: 90% metal finish showing sm. scratches. Stock shows light scuffs & scratches. Very good bright bore. Scope has clear optics. (22-215/DS). MODERN. $450-600.
2656. REMINGTON 700 ETRONX BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 243 Win. (Electronic primer). S# EG001348. Mfg. 1999-2003. Bbl. 26” stainless steel fluted varmint weight. Stainless steel receiver w/ jeweled bolt body & black matte finish floorplate & trigger guard. Kevlar reinforced composite stock w/ matte black finish, swivel bases & thin black pad. Patented EtronX technology w/ no moving parts enables almost zero lock time. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing green documents envelope, EtronX cd & 9-volt battery. 5 Boxes (100 rds.) of Rem. EtronX 90 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip. 2 Boxes (2000 primers; 2 lbs.) of Remington EtronX No. 9 1/2 large rifle electric primers. CONDITION: near new in box & appears unfired. Stock shows some scuffs from prolonged box storage. (22-914/DS). MODERN. $1,400-1,800.
2657. REMINGTON 700 CDL STAINLESS/FLUTED LIMITED EDITION BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# S6574451. Bbl. 24” sightless of light sporter weight fluted stainless steel. Stainless steel action w/ jeweled bolt body. Hinged floorplate depicts a 30-06 cartridge w/ markings “100TH / Anniversary / 30-06 SPRG / 1906-2006”. Straight comb cheekpiece walnut stock. Features include black forearm tip & grip cap, 2 action reinforcing lugs, swivel bases, borderless cut checkering & original solid black Remington pad. Leupold VX-III 3.5-10X50mm matte finished scope w/ duplex reticle on Leupold 2 piece mts. CONDITION: over 98% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bore. Scope has clear optics. (22-1492/DS). MODERN. $900-1,350.
2658. REMINGTON 700 CDL CLASSIC DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 3006. S# RR59553H. Bbl. 24” quarter weight w/out sights. Leupold VX-II 3-9X40 matte finished scope w/ duplex reticle on 2 piece Leupold mts. 2 Lug action w/ jeweled bolt body, right side safety, X-Mark Pro adj. trigger & hinged floorplate. Classic straight comb cheekpiece walnut stock. Features include black forearm cap, grip cap, cut checkering, swivel bases & solid black Remington pad. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bore. Scope has clear optics. (22-1494/DS). MODERN. $750-1,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 298
2660. REMINGTON 700 BDL VARMINT BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22-250. S# A6598333. Bbl. 22” (shortened from 24”; recessed crown) w/ plug screws in drilled & tapped holes for Unertl scope block; codes April 1978. BDL walnut stock having raised Monte Carlo cheekpiece, bedded action, relieved bbl. channel, sling studs, skip line pressed checkering, hinged floorplate & white line spaced accents. Redfield 1 piece scope base w/ single under screw rings holding Leupold gloss finished crosshair reticle AO scope having target style turrets. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good ADG Sports rigid black nylon carry case w/ folder sized external zippered pouch. Scope accommodating shadow lined green velvet interior w/ 2 rectangular compartments (1 w/ hinged cover). CONDITION: spotty bbl. finish & occasional sm. spot of pinprick oxidation on receiver. Finish loss on outer sides of scope rings. Light finish loss on bolt handle & shroud. Slight loss of jeweling on bolt; appears lapped to include locking lugs. Numerous light dents throughout stock set. Bright near excellent appearing bore w/ light imperfections resembling faint frosting near muzzle. (22-214/NW). MODERN. $500-750.
2661. REMINGTON CUSTOM MODEL 700 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm-08 Rem. S# G6940271. Bbl. 24” matte finished having recessed crown & w/out provision for sights. Bbl. codes February 2009; appears model 700SPS (2005-2020) but w/ replacement Hogue Overmolded stock having pebble grained grip panels, sling studs, solid black recoil pad & pillar bedded aluminum bedding block. Newer X-Mark Pro trigger. Matte finished action, bolt assembly & BDL style floorplate assembly. Talley matte black alloy intrigal base & rings. Leupold matte finished VX-II 3-9x40mm duplex reticle scope having 2 hold over dots below center. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including stock, scope set & bore. (22-159/NW). MODERN. $500-750.
2662. REMINGTON MODEL 700 LH SPS YOUTH BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm - 08. S# G6941130. Bbl. 20” having recessed crown & w/out provision for sights. Mfg. 2005-2020 as Special Purpose Synthetic (SPS) having textured panels, soft solid recoil pad, hinged trigger guard assembly & sling studs. Matte black metal finish. Checkered panels on oval bolt knob. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good original factory box & packaging. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent, appears new. (21-4548/NW). MODERN. $450-600. 299
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2659. REMINGTON 700 BDL BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm Rem. Mag. S# C6333035. Bbl. 24”. Ramp mounted front sight, rear sight is removed for scope clearance. Leupold Vari-X III 3.5-10x40 gloss finished AO scope w/ duplex reticle on Weaver mts. 2 Lug action w/ jeweled bolt, safety on left side of tang & hinged floorplate. Monte Carlo cheekpiece walnut stock w/ black forearm tip & grip cap, skip line checkering, swivel bases, gloss finish & original solid black pad. CONDITION: over 90% blue showing muzzle & bolt handle wear. Original stock finish shows wear w/ numerous scratches, dents & marks. Very good, bright bore. Rear scope lens shows spots of cloudiness. (22-213/DS). MODERN. $500-750.
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2663. REMINGTON MODEL 722 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 308 Win. S# 404650. Bbl. 24” w/ factory sights of ramp w/ bead at front & elevator adj. rear; codes May, 1957. Plain factory stock set w/ optional swivels having military style sling. Grooved anodized aluminum buttplate; total 722 production 1948-1962 w/ premium for 308 Win. cal. introduced 1956. CONDITION: very good plus metal finish w/ occasional faint mark. Very good dark oiled sling. Original finished stock having numerous scratches & minor dents; needs refinishing to match metal finish. Near excellent bore. (22-18/NW). CURIO. $350-550.
2664. REMINGTON MODEL 600 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 223 Rem. S# 82521. Bbl. 18 1/2” VR w/ factory sights on quality replacement aluminum rib rather than standard (often distorted) plastic rib. Bbl. codes March 1975 & has been rechambered from 222 Rem having 3rd digit over stamped plus “223 CAL” electro engraved on right rear of bbl. Factory drilled & tapped for scope base. Trigger guard/floorplate is black anodized aluminum rather than (often distorted) factory plastic. Factory Monte Carlo walnut stock w/ pressed checkering, satin refinish, standard plastic buttplate & QD sling studs. CONDITION: faint witness marks from prior rib bases & prior scope mt.; no plug screws. Light spotty finish thinning on left side of bbl. forward of forend. Nicely refinished stock w/ satin appearance having occasional very faint handling marks. Evidence of glass bedding at front of receiver & rear tapered portion of bbl. Enlarged bbl. channel for full float, yet left half has age warped to touch bbl. leaving double wide gap on right. Overall very good to excellent appearance w/ near excellent bore. Very desirable replacement rib & trigger guard assembly. (21-4423/ NW). MODERN. $450-600.
2665. REMINGTON MODEL 541-S CUSTOM BOLT ACTION SPORTER. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# A1020782. Bbl. 24” light sporter weight w/ plug screws in sight holes. Leupold 4x Rimfire Special scope w/ duplex reticle on engraved Redfield rings. Action has open pattern scroll factory ornamentation. Walnut sporter stock w/ rosewood forearm tip & grip cap having cut checkering & original buttplate. Mfg. 1972-1984. MAGS: 1-5 rd. detachable mag. CONDITION: 98% original blue. Stock has a satin style refinish. Bright, near excellent bore. Scope has bright optic. (22-919/DS). MODERN. $600-900.
2666. REMINGTON MODEL 25 PUMP RIFLE. Cal. 25-20. S# AA4462. Bbl. 24” rnd. Bead front sight w/ replacement elevator adj. rear sight. Tubular mag. Sm. rnd. grooved forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg 1923-1935. CONDITION: receiver, bbl., mag. tube & buttplate have brown coloration from touch up finish showing spots of wear. Sanded wood has a heavy gloss finish over sm. dents & handling marks. Stock has a crack extending from right side of receiver into wrist. Good mechanics. Bore has lightly worn rifling & a frosted appearance. (21-4298/DS). CURIO. $500-750.
2667. REMINGTON MODEL 521-T JUNIOR TARGET BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. NSN. Bbl. 24 3/4”. Globe front sight, filler in rear dovetail w/ a Lyman 57 RS receiver sight. Left side of action has added holes & Weaver No. 2 scope base. Case colored bolt handle w/ cocking indicator. Walnut target stock. LOP: 13 1/8” over original buttplate. Forearm has accessory rail. Leather sling on original swivels. MAGS: none included. CONDITION: 90% blue showing spots of freckling & surface corrosion. Original wood finish shows scattered handling marks w/ area of blistered finish on right side of grip. Bright bore retains strong rifling. (22-1502/DS). CURIO. $350-500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2669. REMINGTON MODEL 12C PUMP RIFLE. Cal. 22 SL, LR. S# 349513. 23” octagon bbl. has Remington markings on top flat w/ maker’s name also at rear. Cal. is on top left rear. Rear sight dovetail is empty. Lyman front sight is in front dovetail. Blued takedown action is fitted w/ Lyman tang sight. Plain American walnut buttstock has crescent butt. Grooved forend has swell. CONDITION: fine as completely refinished. Metal parts retain nearly all of a good quality reblue. Stocks w/ nearly all oil refinish w/ some subsequent marks. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically good. (22-1846/MGM). CURIO. $300-400. 2670. REMINGTON MODEL 722 & 14-A RIFLES. 1) MODEL 722 BOLT ACITON. Cal. 300 Sav. S# 199094. Bbl. 24”. Ramp mounted bead front sight & elevator adj. rear sight. SPI 4x32 gloss finished scope w/ Centra-Set crosshair reticle on Weaver bases & rings. 2 Lug action w/ right side safety & blind box mag. Original straight comb walnut sporter stock w/ added hand checkering. & military style leather sling on QD swivels. LOP: 13 1/2” over original aluminum buttplate. CONDITION: over 80% blue showing muzzle & floorplate wear. Stock has worn finish & checkering showing numerous scratches & marks. Bore is generally bright showing dark spots. Scope has clear optics. (21-2615/DS). 2) MODEL 14-A PUMP. Cal. 35 Rem. S# C80313. Bbl. 22” rnd. w/ ramp mounted bead front sight & elevator adj. sporting rear sight. Spiral fluted tubular mag. for pointed bullets. Grooved walnut forearm & pistol grip stock w/ original steel buttplate. CONDITION: 60% dull worn blue showing carry wear. Wood has worn & peeling finish showing numerous scratches & marks. Stock has cracks extending from action. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. John Persing. (21-2618/DS). ALL CURIO. $600-800.
2671. 2 REMINGTON RIMFIRE RIFLES: NYLON 66 & 121A. 1) NYLON 66 SEMIAUTO. Cal. 22LR. S# 2211482. Bbl. 19 1/2” w/ shark fin front sight having white paint on face plus adj. rear integral to receiver cover. Mfg. 19591990; 1,050,336 units w/ various finishes & stock colors. Bbl. marked “P II 86”; Bbl. code for 1986 is G, 1987 is H (II resembles H w/out crossbar). Very popular rifle owing much popularity to Tom Frye’s world record for aerial shooting; so popular it was reproduced by Brazil manufacturer after 1990. Standard configuration w/ blued metal & brown Zytel checkered stock having white line spacers plus white diamond inlays in forend. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good plus original box w/ label indicating ORDER NO. 5500. Empty box w/ some translucent tan packaging tape. CONDITION: near excellent metal finish w/ slight plum hued patina appearance to front sight. Very good stock set w/ occasional light handling marks. Near excellent bore.(21-4618/NW). MODERN. 2) MODEL121A PUMP ACTION. Cal. 22 S,S,LR. S# 169446. Bbl. 24 3/4” w/ dovetailed bead front sight & elevator adj. rear; codes Oct, 1951 (1936-1954; approx. 201,000 units). Plain walnut stock set w/ each side of forend having vertical grooves. Checkered black anodized aluminum buttplate. Tube mag. & takedown feature. CONDITION: beginning patina appearance throughout metal finish. Numerous finish loss scratches on stock set along w/ light marks to include patina on left side of forend. Near excellent bore. (21-4624/NW). CURIO. $600-900. 301
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2668. REMINGTON RANGEMASTER MODEL 37 REPEATING BOLT ACTION TARGET RIFLE W/ “SPOT-SHOT” SCOPE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 11923. The 28” heavyweight rnd. bbl. has Remington markings at top rear. Model 37 bolt action is fitted w/ long sight mounting block on left rear of split bridge. Bottom metal has push button release for mag. Heavy walnut pistol grip target type stock is fitted w/ checkered steel buttplate & alloy sling protector & loop in adj. rail. Rifle is fitted w/ Litschert “Spot-Shot” 2x scope in micrometer rings. CONDITION: fine. Metal parts retaining over 90% original blue w/ light freckling overall. Stock retains most of its originial oil finis & is quite dry. Scope has some rubs on top & w/ more freckling. Horizontal cross hair droops, optically relatively clear. Bright, shiny bore. Mechanically good. (22-1943/MGM). CURIO. $700-1,000.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2672. EXCEPTIONAL JOSEPH FUGGER ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 32 FOUR BARREL SET SKEET GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 / 20/ 28/ 410 Ga. S# 5400. 26” Bbls. This spectacular gun, possibly the finest 32 in existence, was probably finished after WWII under the supervision of Abercrombie & Fitch (no shop records exist for it). Bbl. sets are inlaid in gold “1”, “2”, “3”, and “4” on rear portions of Simmons ventilated ribs, with dual white beads. 12 Ga. bbls have factory ventilated rib. Breech ends are engraved w/ very well cut shaded foliate scroll, as are 2-1/2” of each bbl. at muzzles, and around muzzle blocks. Breech mono-blocks are engine turned, bottoms stamped with SN and “146B”, except 12 Ga bbls which only have SN. 20 Ga and 28 Ga bbls have numerous areas in mono-blocks milled out to reduce weight and improve balance. Forend block on each bbl. set is stamped “Skeet” and “Skeet”. Blued action is gold inlaid “Remington” “Model 32” “5400” and “Skeet” on bottom. Action is engraved with nearly full coverage of beautifully cut and finely shaded semi-relief open foliate scroll. This scroll frames truly exceptional scenes of dogs and game in finely detailed backgrounds. Dogs and birds are full relief inlaid in gold. A pointer and setter are pointing a covey of flushing quail in open meadow, with mountains in background on left side. Right side depicts setter in foreground, pointer at rear, with trio of ruffed grouse erupting from bracken. Mature trees and mountains are in background. Bottom of action depicts cock and hen pheasant. The head of a retriever is on trigger guard bow. This fine work is by renowned Griffin & Howe engraver, Joseph Fugger, whose rarely found signature appears on forward right side of action below hinge pin on transition from side to bottom; and along top right joint between mono-block of bbls on 20 Ga, 28 Ga, and .410 bbl. sets, and on top of left ejector boss on 12 Ga set. (Remington label in case is also marked “Joseph Fugger Engraver”.) Beautifully marbled and lightly figured flesh-toned Circassian walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8” over checkered wood butt, and features fancy border checkering with sweeps into butt, along with checkered side panels, and a black composition grip cap with large gold oval at base. Matching forend has ribbons through checkering pattern. Old advertising in case relates that stocks are by Bill McGuire, a well known post-war custom stock maker. DIMENSIONS: Bbls of 12 Ga. Set “1”: Bore diameter: top -.733, bottom -.734. Bore restrictions: top -.005, bottom -.007. Wall thickness: top-.034, bottom -.036. Drop at heel: 1-11/16, drop at comb: 1-3/8”. Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-1/8”. Bbls of 20 Ga. Set “2”: Bore diameter: top -.613, bottom -.613. Bore restrictions: top -.002, bottom -.001. Wall thickness: top-.050, bottom -.047. Drop at heel: 1-11/16”, drop at comb: 1-3/8”. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/8”. Bbls of 28 Ga. Set “3”: Bore diameter: top -.553, bottom -.552. Bore restrictions: top -.002, bottom -.000. Wall thickness: top-.046, bottom -.045. Drop at heel: 1-11/16”, drop at comb: 1-3/8”. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/8”. Bbls of .410 Ga. Set “4”: Bore diameter at muzzles: top -.409, bottom -.407. Wall thickness: top-.036, bottom -.045. Drop at heel: 1-11/16”, drop at comb: 1-3/8”. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/8”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Abercrombie & Fitch marked Brady type leather case with stitched leather corners and leather trimmed canvas outer cover, is lined in burgundy cloth, with Remington Model 32 label on lid, also printed “Joseph Fugger Engraver”. A second label has specifications of this gun and all four bbls. Case is partitioned for all bbl. sets and action. It also contains laminated card with old advertisements of this gun, two keys, 3 piece cleaning rod & pair of gold plated snapcaps. CONDITION: very fine, retaining nearly all of its custom finishes on all wood & metal surfaces, with only a hint of silvering on high edges, thumbpiece, and safety. Stocks have 2 or 3 marks & scuffs, most notably on left side of butt. All bores are good, bright and shiny throughout. Gun appears to have had minimal use since its completion. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is good, with only a few minor marks and scuffs. Canvas outer cover has some tears, leather edging is coming loose, and shows general wear overall. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth shows compressions and minor soiling from contact with gun and bbls. Labels are slightly foxed and soiled. Partitions are tight. (22-1915/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2673. REMINGTON 11-48 F GRADE AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 5029248. Bbl. 28” VR w/ fixed Mod choke & steel bead. Recoil operated action features exquisite full coverage F Grade factory engraving. Right side vignettes feature flushing bob white quail, 2 pointing dogs & flushing woodcock. Left side vignettes feature pheasants, 2 pointing setters & flying mallards. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds that continue to upper & lower surfaces of receiver as well as breech end of bbl. Triggerguard bow has complimentary engraving featuring vignette w/ dogs head. Unsigned engraving is the work of Remington master engraver Robert Runge. Bottom of receiver has engraved Model & S# markings. Forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut have gloss finish & F Grade hand checkering. Stock has an oval nameplate on toeline. LOP: shortened to 13 3/4” over an aftermarket solid black Kick-Eez pad. Model 11-48 was mfg. from 1949 to 1968. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain 99% original blue. Wood has near excellent original gloss finish. Sound mechanics. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-927/DS). CURIO. $5,250-7,000.
2674. REMINGTON MODEL 31 F GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 99933. Bbl. 26” cyl. bore w/ factory VR & steel beads. Action features outstanding full coverage F Grade engraving. Right side vignettes feature flushing pheasants, 2 pointing setters & flushing partridge. Left side vignettes feature a flying mallard, 2 pointers & 2 woodcock. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds that continue to upper & lower edges of receiver & breech end of bbl. Alloy triggerguard has complimentary engraving featuring a dog’s head. Bottom of receiver has engraved Model & S# markings. Target style finger groove forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip Monte Carlo stock w/ exhibition grade walnut w/ style F hand checkering. Stock has oval nameplate on toeline. LOP: altered to 14” over an aftermarket White Line pad. Unsigned engraving is the work of Remington master engraver Robert Runge. The Model 31 was mfg. from 1931-1949. CONDITION: over 95% original blue showing slide wear & sm. scratches. Alloy triggerguard shows carry wear. Wood retains very good gloss finish showing scattered marks. Nameplate & toeline show sm. dent. Sound mechanics. Bore is generally bright, showing plastic fouling in choke area. (22-926/DS). CURIO. $5,000-6,500.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2675. REMINGTON MODEL 3200 COMPETITION SKEET W/ 4 SETS OF BARRELS & CASE. Cal. 12, 20, 28 & 410 Ga. S# OU.43851. Four 28” bbl. sets, each w/ raised ventilated ribs having Remington markings & gauges on sides of top bbls. All bbl. sets are marked “SKEET”. Blued low profile O/U action w/ classic sliding top bolt is marked “COMPETITION” on both sides in scrolled devices. Bottom of action is marked “Remington” “3200” & w/ S#. Nicely crotch figured American walnut pistol grip buttstock w/ hand checkered side panels & grip measures 14” over brown Remington pad. Matching beavertail ejector forend has “3200” sliding release. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ brown vinyl case w/ room for all 4 bbl. sets in bottom compartment which is lined in orange fleece. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. & action retain nearly all of their original blue w/ some sharp edge wear. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish w/ some light marks. All bores are bright & shiny. Bbls. attach w/ difficulty. Forend iron is bent. Case is good w/ soiling from bbls. (22-1202/MGM). MODERN. $3,500-5,000.
2676. REMINGTON MODEL 1878 GRADE 1 DOUBLE SHOTGUN IN HIGH CONDITION. Cal. 10 Ga. S# 915. The 32” decarbonized steel bbls. are engraved “E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILLION, NY” on wide concave plain rib w/ doll’s head extension (the Remington model 1878 & 1879s are the only Whitmore guns that have an extension rib). Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S#. Case hardened action has patent dates on water table & is fitted w/ front spring locks w/ rebounding hammers having tall thumbspurs & no striker cups on noses. Action filed without fences is completely unadorned & unmarked. Straight grip buttstock of nicely stump figured American walnut measures 13 7/8” over plain steel buttplate w/ short top spur. Point pattern borderless checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has flush mounted captive sidebolt in oval steel escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .785”, L .790”. Restriction: R .030” (FULL), L .040” (EXTRA FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .047”, L .046”. STOCK: DAH: 3 1/8”. DAC: 1 15/16”. LOP: 13 7/8”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 10 lb. 3 oz. CONDITION: fine. Bbls. retaining approx. 70% original blue, considerably browned on sides at rear. Action retains 50-60% original case hardening color which was never vibrant. Bottom silvering & turning to gray. Locks & hammers retain well over 70% original color. stocks retain over 80% original varnish w/ some light marks & perhaps a little added oil on butt as maintenance. Checkering is lightly worn. Fine bores have some scattered light pitting/frosting. Action is tight. Locks are crisp. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (01-20614/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2677. EARLY STYLE REMINGTON WHITMORE HAMMER LIFTER MODEL 1873 GRADE 3 DOUBLE SHOTGUN WITH LAMINATED STEEL BARRELS. Cal. 10 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 1925. The 30” laminated steel bbls. are engraved “E REMINGTON & SONS ILLION, NY” on concave rib. there are sprays of scroll engraving at breech ends. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ S#. Bottoms of bbls. each w/ “7”. Distinctive model 1873 hammer lifter action is fitted w/ bar locks having tall spurred hammers w/ shape unique to this model. Lifter on top tang operates locking system & has top slide stamped w/ patent dates that pushes non rebounding hammers into half cocked position when lifter is raised. Action & locks are case hardened & engraved w/ sprays of nicely cut shaded open scroll within geometric borders. Trigger guard w/ matching scroll on bow is not numbered on tang. Straight grip buttstock of lightly figured American walnut measures 14” over engraved steel buttplate w/ short top spur. Borderless point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend w/ sm. inlet horn tip attaches to bbls. w/ flush captive side nail through engraved oval steel escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .775”, L .785.” Restriction: R .021” (MOD), L .033” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .040”, L .032”. STOCK: DAH: 2 9/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14”. CAST: Neutral. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 6 oz. CONDITION: very fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a chocolate hued rebrown over some scattered frosting w/ fair definition to interesting pattern. Action retains 40-50% original case hardening color, turning silver to brown on bottom. Locks & hammers retain over 80% of their original color. Stocks have most of their original oil finish w/ a fair number of scattered minor marks & scratches. Checkering w/ fairly light wear. There is a 5/8” stress crack behind left lockplate. Bores are good w/ some scattered light pitting. Action is tight. Locks are good. A very good, attractive example of this important Remington shotgun. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Kenneth Horn (Grandson of JC Higgins). (01-20615/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.
2678. RARE REMINGTON MODEL FE TRAP SHOTGUN WITH ORDNANCE STEEL BARRELS. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 134576. Charles Semmer in his book “Remington Double Shotguns” states “Take note of the unique F grade pictured that has Ordnance steel barrels rather than Remington steel. This is the only “F” ever seen with Ordnance barrels. The barrel tops are stamped “Ordnance” but they do not carry the engraving “TRAPGUN, F GRADE”. This gun is not the one pictured & is a second known example. It has 25 7/8” bbls. (probably cut from 30”) w/ raised matted concave rib. Tops of bbls. stamped “ORDNANCE”. Bbl. flats stamped w/ S# & bottom of lump w/ pellet counts .553 & .553 (FULL & FULL). Bottoms of bbls. w/ the letters “O” “E” “Y”. Watertable stamped w/ S#, grade (F) & patent dates. Casehardened boxlock type action features automatic safety, pivoting 3rd fastener & dbl. triggers. Action marked “REMINGTON ARMS CO.” on sides w/in dbl. line borders. Trigger plate also has line borders & engraved w/ bursts of scroll. This is matched by scroll on trigger guard bow & S# on tang. Straight grip buttstock of finely streaked & lightly figured European walnut measures 13 1/2” over Remington Arms embossed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Remington’s version of an Anson release. Ejector patent info is on iron. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: right: .731”, left: .728”. Restriction: right: 0 (CYL), left: 0 (CYL). Minimum Wall Thickness: right: .030”, left: .036”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 13 1/2”. CAST: 0. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. 9 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a best reblack over some marks on rear portion of rib. Action retains approx. 50% original casehardening color which is quite strong where protected. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish over some marks & w/ a few subsequent. Checkering has not been recut on buttstock, forend checkering has been freshened. Bores are shiny, frosted at breech ends. There is a shallow dent in left bbl. approx. 12” behind muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are in time. (21-3987/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000. 305
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2679. REMINGTON PEERLESS FIELD O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# RP005723. Bbls. 30” w/ VR & Rem chokes: IC & mod included. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Blued side plated action. Side plates have pointing dog engraving w/ decorative accents. Gold finished SST. Selective ejectors. Field style forearm & uncapped pistol grip stock of gloss finished walnut w/ cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over black ventilated Rem. pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2”. Neutral cast. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 10.8 oz. Mfg. 1993-1998. CONDITION: near new retaining over 99% wood & metal finish showing a few sm. marks. Bright near excellent bores. (21-4105/DS). MODERN. $700-900.
2680. REMINGTON MODEL 1100 MATCHED PAIR AUTOLOADING SKEET SHOTGUNS. BOTH: bbl. 25” VR w/ fixed skeet chokes, white target front sight & steel mid beads. Blue finished actions w/ gold highlighted ornamentation & markings. Left side of receivers are marked “Matched Pair / No. 579”. Forearms & capped pistol grip stocks have pressed checkering. LOP is altered to 14 1/8” over aftermarket white line pads. 1) Cal. 410 2 1/2”. S# L085692H. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches, marks & sm. dents. Very good bright bore. (21-4632/DS). 2) Cal. 28 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# L072321J. Mag. cap has weighted extension. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Original wood finish shows scattered marks & sm. dents. Very good bright bore. (21-4633/DS). BOTH MODERN. $1,750-2,500.
2681. 2 REMINGTON 1100 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUNS & EXTRA BARREL. 1) 1100 MAGNUM. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# L382172M. Bbl. 30” vent rib w/ fixed Full choke & steel bead. Walnut forearm & capped pistol grip stock w/ pressed checkering. LOP: 14” over original Remington black ventilated pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Remington cardboard box missing end label. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Original stock finish shows scattered scratches & marks. Bright near excellent bore. (21-4619/DS). MODERN. 2) REMINGTON 1100 PURBAUGH 28 GA. CONVERSION AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga. S# 402224X. Bbl. 25 1/2” VR w/ white target front sight & steel mid bead. Originally a standard weight 20 Ga. skeet shotgun. Conversion to 28 Ga. was accomplished w/ permanent installation of Purbaugh subgauge liner. Clyde Purbaugh was a California gunsmith known for his shotgun choke work & subgauge tubes in the 1960’s & 1970’s. Forearm & capped pistol grip stock have pressed checkering. LOP is altered to 14 3/8” over aftermarket white line pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Remington box w/ nonmatching label. CONDITION: over 97% original blue showing sm. spots of corrosion & marks. Wood has lightly worn finish showing scratches, marks & sm. dents. Bore is bright w/ sm. spots of residue. (21-4623/DS). MODERN. 3) REMINGTON MODEL 1100 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN BARREL WITH BOX. Cal. 12 Ga. NSN. Bbl. 26”. Remington ventilated rib accessory bbl. for Model 1100 semi-auto shotgun. Bbl. is marked “12 GA. FOR 2 3/4 IN. SHELLS”. Factory vent rib is fitted w/ silver colored front bead. Bbl. has Rem Choke screw in choke system. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original factory shipping box w/ IC., mod. & full choke tubes plus wrench. CONDITION: bbl. in near excellent condition w/ very light high point wear & bright shiny bore. Box has scuffing & handling wear. Green & yellow label is legible. (02-16166/RW). $800-1,250. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2683. REMINGTON 1100LW AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 2 1/2”. S# L368122H. Bbl. 25” VR w/ skeet choke. White target front sight & steel mid bead. Forearm & capped pistol grip stock have pressed checkering. LOP is altered to 14 3/8” over aftermarket white line pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Remington box w/ matching label. CONDITION: 98% original blue. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. (21-4628/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2684. LEFT HAND REMINGTON MODEL 1100 TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# N915218V. The 28” bbl., choked modified, w/ slightly raised ventilated rib has Remington markings & warning on top & either side of rib. Blued action has rolled in engraving. Stocks of well figured American walnut have pressed checkering. Buttstock measures 14 1/2” over black “Decelerator” pad. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1 13/16”. DAC: 1 5/16”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 8 oz. CONDITION: very fine, showing relatively light use. Metal w/ some sharp edge wear overall & some silvering under ejection port. Stocks have some scattered marks & a few scratches. Mechanically good. (22-1904/MGM). MODERN. $400-600.
2685. REMINGTON 1100 LT-20 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# N653001K. Bbl. 25”: VR w/ Remchokes: IC, Mod, Full chokes & wrench included. White target front sight & steel mid bead. Gas operated action w/ scroll ornamentation. Blue finish. Gloss finished forearm & pistol grip stock w/ pressed checkering having plastic grip cap & buttplate w/ white line spacers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: spare chokes & wrench. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Good original wood finish showing sm. scattered scratches & dents. Bright near excellent bore. (21-4278/DS). MODERN. $600-900.
2686. REMINGTON 1100 LT 20 DUCKS UNLIMITED SPECIAL SEMI- AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 0221DU81. Bbl. 25 1/2” VR w/ white front bead & fixed imp. cyl. choke. Blue finished bbl. gas operated action. Left side of action has “Ducks Unlimited Special” w/ scroll highlights. Right side of action has DU ducks head w/ scroll highlights, along w/ scroll highlights on bolt. Walnut forearm & capped pistol grip stock w/ gloss finish, pressed checkering & Remington black plastic buttplate. Right side of stock has shield motif consisting of “DUCKS UNLIMITED” over an in flight mallard. CONDITION: very good wood & metal finish showing scattered light handling marks. Bright bore w/ few scattered spots of pitting. (21-4268/MD). MODERN. $600-900. 307
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2682. REMINGTON 1100 SPORTING 410 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 2 1/2” or 3”. S# R297545H. Bbl. 27” VR fitted w/ Remchokes. Lt. Mod extended tube included. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Blue finish w/ gold finished trigger. Forearm & capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut have cut checkering & high gloss finish. LOP: 13 7/8” over original Remington solid black pad. CONDITION: near excellent, over 98% wood & metal finish. Sound action. Bright, near excellent bore. (21-3963/DS). MODERN. $900-1,200.
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2687. REMINGTON 1100 SEMI AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 410, 2 1/2” (plastic shells only). S# L406212H. Bbl. 25” VR w/ White target front sight & steel mid bead. Fixed Skeet choke. Blue finish. Walnut forearm & pistol grip stock w/ gloss finish, pressed checkering & checkered plastic buttplate. CONDITION: very good wood & metal finish exhibiting only light scattered handling marks. Bright shiny bore. (21-4019/MD). MODERN. $500-800.
2688. REMINGTON 1100 LT-20 AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# R001051K. Bbl. 28” VR w/ white target front sight & steel mid bead. Fitted w/ Remchokes, IC tube included. Blue finish. Walnut forearm & capped pistol grip stock have pressed checkering, original recoil pad & added swivel bases. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 21” deer bbl. w/ rifled sighted, smooth bore & 2 3/4” chamber. CONDITION: over 98% wood & metal finish. VR bbl. has a bright, near excellent bore. Rifle sighted bbl. shows spots of dull appearance. (21-4466/DS). MODERN. $500-800.
2689. REMINGTON 1100 SA SKEET GRADE AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# N942760V. Bbl. 26” vent rib w/ fixed skeet choke. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Blue finished gas operated action w/ scroll ornamentation. Right side is marked skeet. Forearm & capped pistol grip stock has gloss finish & Fleur-de-lis checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over original buttplate & Whiteline spacer. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original green box w/ matching label. Box contains purchaser’s record & hang tag. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Very good original wood finish. Bright near excellent bore. (22-1035/DS). MODERN. $500-800.
2690. REMINGTON 1100 TRAP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# N682388V. Bbl. 30” VR w/ fixed full choke. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Blue finish, gas operated action w/ scroll ornamentation. Forearm & Monte Carlo capped pistol grip stock have gloss finish & pressed checkering. LOP: 14 3/8” over original Remington ventilated red pad. CONDITION: over 98% wood & metal finish. Good, bright bore. (22-911/DS). MODERN. $500-750.
2691. REMINGTON MODEL 1100 SKEET SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# L356550V. Bbl. 26” VR Skeet choked having white front bead & silver mid bead. Walnut stock set w/ black grip cap & ventilated black White Line recoil pad; pressed checkering having fleur de lis borders. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered brown & white compartmentalized box; no paperwork. CONDITION: couple of sm. spots of finish loss on bottom of trigger guard plus sm. crack & chip at top left rear corner of forend that originated from knot in wood. Occasional very faint mark on receiver from handling but overall appearance is very good to excellent indicating very minimal firing. (21-4629/NW). MODERN. $400-600. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2693. REMINGTON MODEL 17 D UPGRADED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 59802. Bbl. shortened to 25 3/4” w/ solid rib & cyl. bore. White target front sight & broken mid bead. Breech section of bbl. has E Grade factory scroll engraving. Standard A grade action has model number & S# removed from receiver side & engraved on receiver bottom forward of loading port. Action has added open scroll pattern engraving that reminiscent of factory D style. Right side vignette features a retriever holding a mallard in its mouth. Trigger guard bow has engraved initials “LHW”. Consignor information states that “LHW” was Leonard H Wright, a former Remington employee. Sm. rnd. forearm of fancy walnut w/ wrap around point pattern E grade checkering. Pistol grip stock w/ standard B grade checkering. LOP: shortened to 13 5/8” over a Pachmayr solid brown rifle pad. CONDITION: bbl. retains over 95% lightly faded factory blue. Action retains over 90% reblued finish showing slide wear. Receiver is acquiring a slight plum cast w/ age. Wood has good gloss refinish w/ partially filled checkering. Good mechanics. Very nice bright bore. (21-4432/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2694. REMINGTON MODEL 58-B SKEET AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S#255938V. Bbl. 25 1/2” VR w/ fixed skeet choke. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Gas operated action w/ blue finish. Receiver has hunting scene ornamentation on sides. Forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut w/ Grade B hand checkering. LOP: shortened to 14 3/8” over an aftermarket white lined pad. CONDITION: over 90% original blue w/ spots of pitting near muzzle. Stock has most of its original finish. Considerably alligatored & some dull spots. Bore is bright showing reamer marks & irregularities in choke area. (21-4622/DS). CURIO. $350-550.
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2692. REMINGTON 11-87 PREMIER AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” & 3”. S# PC737414. Bbl. 28” VR w/ Rem chokes: Full, Mod & IC tubes included. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Blued finished gas operated action w/ rose & scroll ornamentation. Gold finished trigger w/ lockable safety. Satin finished walnut forearm & capped pistol grip stock w/ cut checkering. LOP: 13 7/8” over factory Remington pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: spare chokes, wrench, 2 J lock keys, & plug. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% original wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bore. (21-4295/DS). MODERN. $650-1,000.
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2695. REMINGTON 870 WINGMASTER MATCHED PAIR NO. 217 PUMP SHOTGUNS. BOTH: bbls. 25” vent rib w/ white target front sights & steel mid beads. Fixed skeet chokes. Blue finish. Mahogany forearms & capped pistol grip stocks w/ pressed checkering & original buttplates. Only 1,503 sets mfg. in 1969 only. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: aftermarket gun guard wheeled injection molded case w/ foam lining. Case contains weighted mag. caps for both guns. 1) Cal. 410 3” or shorter. S# S042204H. CONDITION: 97% blue showing side wear. Very good gloss wood finish showing scattered scratches & sm. marks. Bright near excellent bore. (22-13/DS). 2) Cal. 28 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# S031712J. CONDITION: over 97% blue showing slide wear on mag. tube. Stock has good gloss finish showing sm. dents & handling marks along toeline. Bright near excellent bore. (22-14/DS). BOTH CURIO. $2,000-2,500.
2696. REMINGTON 887 NITROMAG DUCKS UNLIMITED PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”, 3” or 3 1/2”. S# AAE038961A. Bbl. 28” polymer jacketed w/ raised rib. Green HiVz front sight w/ red mid bead. Fitted for rem chokes, full & IC tubes included. Armorlokt overmolded receiver w/ crossbolt safety on trigger guard. Left side has Ducks Unlimited markings. Synthetic forearm & pistol grip stock w/ specially contoured grip panels. LOP 13 3/4” over solid black Remington pad. Mag. cap & toeline have swivel bases. Mfg. 2009-2015. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing owner’s manual, spare choke, safety lock, plug & padded nylon sling. CONDITION: near excellent used, retaining nearly all exterior finish. Very good bore. (22-23/DS). MODERN. $250-350.
2697. REMINGTON 11-87 SPORTSMAN FIELD PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4” or 3”. S# TL091739. Bbl. 25 1/2” vent rib w/ Invector chokes, mod tube included. White front bead w/ steel mid bead. Matte black finished metal w/ gold anodized trigger. Satin finish walnut stock w/ segmented fleur-di-lis cut checkering. LOP is 13 7/8” over original solid black Remington pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original foam lined box containing choke wrench, plug, trigger lock & instruction manual. CONDITION: over 99% metal finish. Stock has very good finish showing sm. marks. Very good bright bore. (22-19/DS). MODERN. $350-500.
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2698. BIGGEST OF THE “BIG BOYS”: GRANITE MOUNTAIN ARMS AFRICAN MAGNUM BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN 585 GMA. Cal. 585 GMA. S# 0191. Weighing in almost 12 lbs., this rifle is especially built for the huge 585 GMA cartridge firing a 750 gr. bullet at over 2,200 feet per second resulting in over 8,000 foot lbs. of energy. This is overkill for even the largest African game. Granite Mountain Arms is well known for recreating & even improving upon the classic 98 Mauser Magnum action. The diameter of the bolt body is almost 3/4”, and its overall length is almost 6 3/4” allowing the largest diameter cartridges available to feed smoothly. This rifle has 25” heavyweight bbl. fitted with integral quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight with leaves marked for 100 and 200 yards. Sling eye & front sight ramp are banded on. A gold bead front sight is under knurled protector. Caliber is marked at left rear. Massive Model 98 Mauser type action features solid side wall & squares on bridge & receiver ring. Left side of action is marked “GRANITE MT. ARMS PRESCOTT, AZ.” Bolt with claw extractor & pear shaped knob has Model 70 type safety in shroud. A commercial type trigger is installed. Bottom metal has deep drop box w/ hinged floorplate retained by button in trigger guard bow. Stock of attractively figured European walnut features steel capped pistol grip with trap holding spare front sight, & measures 14 1/4” over black “Universal” pad. Stock also features swept shadowline right hand cheekpiece, ebony forend tip & dual recoil bolts. Well cut borderless point pattern checkering is in 2 panels at grip & wraps around forend. A sling eye matching that on bbl. band is let into toeline. STOCK: DAH: approx. 2”. DAC: approx. 1 7/8”. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 11 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Metal parts retaining nearly all their gray nitride finish with only some slight operation marks evident on bolt. Stock retains essentially all of its original oil finish with only one or two handling marks evident. Bright shiny bore. Rifle appears unfired. (22-1029/MGM). MODERN. $10,000-15,000.
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2699. PARKER-HALE LTD. MODEL 1200 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm Rem Mag. S# MAG40737. Bbl. 24” light sporter weight bbl. Hooded ramp mounted front sight w/ folding leaf rear sight. Bushnell Scope Chief VI 3-9x50 gloss finish scope w/ duplex reticle on Weaver style bases. Mauser 98 style action w/ claw extractor, right side safety, gold finish single stage trigger & hinged floorplate. Roll over cheekpiece Monte Carlo walnut stock w/ rosewood forearm tip & grip cap having skip line checkering, white line spacers & original Parker-Hale pad. Leather beavertail sling on original swivels. CONDITION: over 98% blue. Original gloss wood finish shows scattered sm. marks. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-912/DS). MODERN. $400-600.
2700. ANSCHUTZ MODEL 525 SPORTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 149999. Bbl. 24” w/ hooded ramped post bead front sight & folding rear; muzzle threaded half-28. Limited importation 19841995 as Sporter or Carbine (20” bbl.). Matte gray toned alloy grooved receiver having matte black finished Weaver duplex reticle 2 1/2-7 scope in stainless Weaver 22 rings. Mfg. in W. Germany w/ hardwood stock set having pressed checkering, sling swivels, checkered plastic buttplate, Monte Carlo buttstock & finger grooved style forend. MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd. CONDITION: very good overall w/ numerous light stock marks plus faded appearance to receiver w/ occasional light mark. Very good to excellent scope finish w/ some very faint marks; near excellent optics. Near excellent bore. (21-4572/NW). MODERN. $500-700.
2701. ANSCHUTZ BOLT ACTION GARDEN GUN. Cal. 9mm RF Shotshell. S# 337272. Bbl. 21 1/2” rnd. Circular covered bead front sight w/ adj. V notch rear sight. Single shot action w/ right side 2 position safety & strap metal triggerguard. Bolt & trigger are nickel plated. Finger groove hardwood pistol grip stock w/ contrasting black schnabel tip. LOP: 13 1/2” to grooved wood butt. CONDITION: 97% blue. Original wood finish shows numerous scratches, marks & sm. dents. Very good, bright bore. (22-1006/DS). CURIO. $350-500.
2702. RARE & HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER HK-SL7 .308 SPORTING RIFLE. Cal. 308. S# 15449. Bbl. 17”. 1 Of the lesser known yet highly desirable roller locked H&K rifles chambered in the popular .308 Win. Mfg. in Oberndorf, Germany & imported through HK Chantilly, VA date codes indicate 1983 mfg. Bbl. marked w/ eagle followed by code ID & the traditional antler signifying the Ulm proof house. It utilizes the standard G3 roller locking mechanism & fluted chamber beneath the dark hardwood furniture. Unlike the G3, the cocking mechanism is located on the right side, parallel to the receiver instead of its traditional location on the military rifles. HK enthusiasts will recognize the hooded front sight post & 4 position diopter barrel type rear sight. The safety is located on the left side of the stock just forward of the trigger. Sling attachment is also universal between the G3 & the SL7 w/ the attachment points on left side of the stock, front & rear. More traditional sling studs are also located on the stock at 6 o’clock. Mag. release is located in the front section of the trigger guard. Factory finish on most exposed metal parts is a high gloss application aside from the receiver which retains a matte finish. Mounting of an optic utilizes a special base which coincides w/ 2 ports on top of the receiver forward of the rear sight. This example currently sports a Leupold VX6, 1-6X24mm scope w/ a duplex crosshair reticle. Wooden stock & heat shield are a dark chocolate brown finish w/ a metal buttplate. MAGS: 1 factory detachable 3 rd. CONDITION: exposed metal surfaces still retain complete coverage having thinned only in areas of mechanical intervention w/ a few light marks typically associated w/ vertical rack storage. Top of receiver also demonstrates thinning w/ a few scratches, mostly beneath scope. Stock has a few sm. dents & impressions typical of the same. Action is smooth w/ a typical light trigger. Bore is shiny w/ strong rifling. Scope glass appears clear retaining a strong reticle. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (21-4083/JZ). MODERN. $2,000-2,750. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2704. SCARCE & INTERESTING HOLEK AUTOMAT SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE. Cal. 8x57. S# 58639. Similar in operation to the Czech ZB vz 26 light machine gun. This rifle was designed by a member of the same family, Emmanuel Holek. The 20 1/2” bbl. is stamped w/ Czech proofs at left rear & has cal. on right. Single blade V-notch rear sight dovetailed through front portion of long 12” semi automatic action, which is gas operated. A tipping bolt locks into recess milled in top of action. Rear portion of action is stamped w/ Holek logo & “ORIGINAL” “HOLEK” “AUTOMAT”. Action uses a detachable box mag. & is cocked by pulling on front of operating in front forepiece. A takedown pin is at top rear & rifle is easily disassembled. A flag type safety at rear of action rotates to block trigger. Buttstock of relatively plain European walnut measures 13 3/4” over serrated hard rubber buttplate & features shadowline right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering, hard rubber grip cap & a silver oval on toeline engraved “N.V.” under a count’s crown. Central piece of wood covers action & bottom metal on sides & around front & is checkered to match buttstock. Frontal stock w/ bale type sling attachment covers gas trap system & is also checkered to match. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Metal parts retaining over 90% of what appears to be their original blue w/ high edge wear & silvering & browning mostly on bottom metal. Stocks retains nearly all of a good quality oil refinish. Checkering recut. Bore is bright & shiny. Mechanically fine. (22-1959/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.
2705. KETNER O/U RIFLE/SHOTGUN COMBINATION. Cal. 6.5X58R / 16 Ga. S# 12036. The 26 5/8” bbls. are fitted w/ full length matted rib holding flip up V-notch rear & silver bead front sights. Bbls. are also fitted w/ claw scope bases. Maker’s name is on top bbl. right side of rib & “Suhl” is on left. Bbl. flats & bottom bbl. are stamped w/ imperial German nitro proofs for 16 Ga. & 6.5x58. Case hardened scallop backed O/U Blitz action features Greener type side safety, pinned cocking indicators on top, crossbolt 3rd fastener, reinforced frame, & dbl. triggers (front set). Sunburst horn capped pistol grip buttstock of relatively plain stump figured European walnut measures 13 3/4” over checkered horn buttplate. Stock features right hand shadowline cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip & a sling loop on toeline matching that on bottom bbl. Matching one piece forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: TOP BBL: Bore Diameter: .677”. Restriction: .033” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: .026”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 13 3/4”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 8 oz. CONDITION: very good. Bbls. retaining most of an old reblue, thinning overall. Action retains traces of original case hardening color where protected, is mostly dark gray splotchy patina. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish w/ a number of subsequent marks, checkering is worn, considerably so on forend where it is almost nonexistant on right side. Good bore, is fairly shiny w/ strong rifling throughout. Shotgun bore shows Some dent removal? about halfway to muzzle. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (22-1960/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
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2703. HK SL-8 RIFLE. Cal. 223 Rem. S# 48-008630. Bbl. 19.8”. Grey furniture. The HK SL8-1 is the semi automatic sporting rifle based on the German army’s G36. Gas operated short stroke piston rotary locking bolt operating system. Cocking system is completely ambidextrous. Ambidextrous safety & selector. Bolt hold open device is located front center inside trigger guard for simple ambidextrous function. Paddle mag. release. Stock & cheekpiece are adj. in length to suit operator. One piece top rail system provides over 20” of mounting surface for optics & accessories yet only 8” utilizes a MIL-STD pattern. Left side receiver markings include the eagle proof mark w/ the antler & letters KK signifying 1999 mfg. MAGS: 1-10 rd. mag. CONDITION: An inspection of all outward surfaces illustrates no visible imperfections & it appears to have seen very little use. Bore is shiny w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (22-270/JZ). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
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2706. VALMET MODEL 412 O/U DOUBLE RIFLE. Cal. 308 Win. S# 219539. The 23 5/8” monobloc bbls. are fitted w/ full length rib, center portion cut away leaving quarter rib & front sight ramp. Quarter rib is fitted w/ flip up U-notch sight & a square aluminum bead is at front. Monobloc is marked “VALMET” “MADE IN FINLAND” on top. Blued low profile O/U action w/ sliding top lock similar to a model 32 Remington features automatic safety & single selective trigger. Side of action is decorated w/ looping grooves around “412”. Bottom is marked “Valmet 412”. Pistol grip buttstock of plain European walnut measures 14 1/4” over open sided Valmet black pad. Stock has slight Monte Carlo comb & point pattern checkering at grip. A sling loop corresponding to that on bottom bbl. is on toeline. Matching one piece forend HAs Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS (all approx.): DAC: 1 11/16”. DAC: 2 3/4”. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 8 oz. CONDITION: fine. Metal parts retaining nearly all of their blue finish w/ some scattered scratches & freckling. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish, showing some weather spots & scratches. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good. (22-1968/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.
2707. SAKO RIIHIMIKI FULL STOCK RIFLE W/ SCOPE. Cal. 222 Rem. S# 33685. The 23” medium weight brown bbl. is fitted w/ front ramp holding sourdough bead. Cal. marking is at rear. Sm. size Sako action has correct factory marks on left side, “MADE IN FINLAND” is on right. Bolt is partially blued. Handle w/ lightening hole in knob. Bottom metal holds detachable mag. Full length stock w/ steel muzzle cap & intermediate band for sling measures 14” over Sako buttplate & features righthand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip & forend, & hard rubber grip cap. Rifle is fitted w/ brown leather sling & Lyman all-American 6x scope w/ crosshair reticle in QD Sako rings. MAGS: 1 factory. CONDITION: fine to very fine. Metals parts retaining over 90% original finish w/ scattered pitting & freckling. Stocks retain nearly all of its original finish w/ a fair number of handling marks & scratches associated w/ normal field conditions. Bore appears to be fine. Mechanically good. Exterior scope has some minor marks. Optically clear. (22-1977/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.
2708. INTERARMS MARK X BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# B301452. Bbl. 24” sporter weight. Hooded ramp bead front sight w/ island mounted express rear sight having 1 standing & 2 folding leafs. Model 98 two lug action w/ claw extractor. Right side sliding safety. Single stage trigger & hinged floorplate. Leupold VX-III 3.5-10X40mm matte finished scope w/ European 3 post reticle on QD mts. Straight comb cheekpiece stock of fancy walnut. Features include black forearm tip, case colored grip cap, 1 stock bolt, cut checkering, swivel bases & “CHURCHILL” marked solid red London style pad. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bore. Scope has clear optics. (22-1495/DS). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2709. INTERARMS MARK X CUSTOM BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 Win. Mag. S# B77201. Bbl. 22” medium sporter weight w/ out sights. Muzzle has a cap over muzzle brake threads. Model 98 two lug action w/ claw extractor, right side safety, single stage trigger & hinged floorplate. Custom Monte Carlo rollover cheekpiece walnut stock w/ gloss finish, fancy skip line checkering, rosewood forearm & grip cap & open holes for sling swivels. LOP: 14 1/8” over a solid brown Decelerator. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: ported muzzle brake. CONDITION: over 98% blue & wood finish. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-902/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.
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2711. MAUSER MODEL 3000 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 308 Win. S# 86286. Bbl. 22” light sporter weight w/ out sights. 2 Lug action w/ shroud mounted safety, single stage trigger & hinged floorplate. Action is fitted w/ Weaver scope bases. California style deluxe Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock of gloss finished fancy walnut having burl & fiddle figure. Features include French style skip line checkering, rosewood forearm tip & grip cap, white line spacers, swivel bases & original Mauser brown ventilated pad. Mfg. 1971-1974. CONDITION: over 98% blue. Original wood finish shows scattered sm. marks. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-909/DS). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2712. MAUSER MODEL 3000 L BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 243 Win. S# 88032. Bbl. 22” sporter weight bbl. w/out provisions for sights & marked “MAUSER-BAUER”. Mfg. 1971-1974 in Germany w/ many custom features to include: raised Monte Carlo cheekpiece, Mauser brown ventilated recoil pad, white diamond inlaid grip cap, slant cut rosewood forend tip, walnut stock w/ skip line checkering & alloy trigger guard assembly having hinged engraved floorplate. Convenient safety on streamlined bolt shroud, wide grooved adj. trigger & well designed unobscure bolt release. Redfield one piece base w/ corresponding 4 top screw rings holding Leupold VARI-X II 3-9x40 gloss finished duplex reticle scope having plum hued eyepiece. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore & scope set. Great hunting rifle w/ minimal recoil for those who are left handed. (22-146/NW). MODERN. $600-900.
2713. STEYR MANNLICHER SBS96 CLASSIC HALF STOCK BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 308 Win. S# 1003584. Bbl. 24” hammer forged light sporter weight. Ramp mounted adj. blade front sight & island mounted square notch rear sight. Schmidt & Bender 3-12X42 matte finished scope w/ 3 post European reticle on QD mts. 3 Lug action w/ butterknife bolt handle, top tang safety & single stage trigger. European style cheekpiece walnut stock. Features include rosewood forearm tip & grip cap, cut checkering, original thin black pad & sling swivels, front swivel is bbl. mounted. Left side of bbl. is “GSI Inc.” import marked. Mfg. 2000-2017. MAGS: detachable 4 rd. box magazine. CONDITION: over 98% blue. Very good original wood finish showing a few handling marks. Bright near excellent bore. Scope has bright optics. (22-1491/DS). MODERN. $1,800-2,500. 315
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2710. KLEINGUENTHER K14 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 243 Win. S# 683245. Bbl. 24” medium sporter weight w/ out sights. Burris 3-9x40 matte finished scope w/ duplex reticle on 2 piece mts. 3 Lug action w/ safety on back of shroud, single stage trigger, hinged floorplate. Monte Carlo cheekpiece gloss finished walnut stock w/ skip line checkering, rosewood forearm tip & grip cap, white line spacers & swivel bases. LOP: 14” over solid black pad. CONDITION: over 98% blue showing slight muzzle wear & sm. scratches. Gloss stock finish shows a few sm. marks. Bright, near excellent bore. Scope has clear optics. (22-901/DS). MODERN. $800-1,200.
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2714. EARLY MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER MODEL 1905 CARBINE. Cal. 9x56 MS (.352 groove diameter) S# 1264. The pre 1910 carbines are distinguished by their 17.5” bbls., rnd. knob pistol grip stocks, & deeply sculpted cheekpieces. This example retains original sights on bbl. which is engraved “VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD NEW YORK” on top. Action has model number on receiver & maker’s name on left side. Typical action w/ rotary mag. has turned down butterknife bolt & dbl. set triggers. Rnd. knob pistol grip stock of nicely fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 1/8” over ribbed steel buttplate w/ trap. Point pattern checkering is at grip & checkering on forend has typical ovate borders. No. “3360” is stamped on toeline. CONDITION: very fine, original “as found”. Metal retaining over 90% original blue w/ some sharp edgewear. Temper blue is still strong on bolt stop. Stock retains over 85% original varnish which is quite dirty & w/ some marks & scratches. Bore is bright & shiny w/ sharp rifling throughout. Action is smooth. Front bail type sling mount a replacement. (22-1893/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2715. FINE MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER CARBINE WITH SCOPE. Cal. 6.5 x 54 MS. S# 11256. The 18” bbl. is fitted with all factory sights. Serial number is on right rear. Usual Mannlicher action with rotary magazine has spoon bolt and double set triggers. Action has been fitted with Hensoldt 2 3/4X rail scope with 3 post reticle in claw rings. Bases are dovetailed through receiver ring and screwed to left side of bridge. Full length stock of attractively figured European walnut measures 14” over steel buttplate with trap, which contains orig. cleaning rod & equipment. Stock features steel grip cap, right hand cheekpiece, sling loops and point pattern checkering. CONDITION: very fine. Metal parts retaining approx. 90% original blue showing high edge wear on floorplate and grip cap. Stock retains nearly all of its original finish with some scattered marks, especially on right side near rear of action. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is smooth. Scope is very fine with some rubs and marks, optically clear. PROVENANCE: By descent, from the Albert Boardman II of Rye, N.Y. (22-1060/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.
2716. STEYR MANNLICHER MODEL M BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# 10029. Bbl. 24” hammer forged light sporter weight. Hooded ramp bead front sight w/ island mounted fixed U notch rear sight. Leupold Vari-X III 3.5-10X matte finished scope w/ duplex crosshairs on QD mts. Smooth action has 3 rows of 2 rear mounted locking lugs & butterknife bolt handle. Right side safety. Bolt shroud cocking indicator. Single stage trigger. Monte Carlo cheekpiece walnut sporter stock. Features include rosewood forearm tip & grip cap w/ White Line spacers. French style skipline checkering & original Steyr brown ventilated pad. Leather basketweave sling on QD swivels. MAGS: 1 detachable 4 rd. rotary. CONDITION: over 97% blue showing light wear on bolt handle & safety. Stock has good original finish showing scattered scratches & handling marks. Bright near excellent bore. Scope has bright optics. (22-1493/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2717. STEYR MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER MODEL GK CARBINE. Cal. 270 Win. S# 32149. Made for the European market, this rifle does not have any Stoeger import markings. The 20” bbl. fitted w/ original front & rear sights also has sleeved on front claw base. Typical late action w/ side safety, swept bolt handle & dummy sideplate for scope mount is fitted w/ dbl. set triggers. Receiver ring is marked “Made in Austria” & w/ Mannlicher Schoenauer information, “MOD GK” & cal. Styer markings are on left sidewall. Left bridge is fitted w/ scope mounting base. Capped pistol grip full length stock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14” over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Stock features traditional shadowline righthand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering, steel muzzle cap & sling loops. CONDITION: fine to very fine. Metal retaining over 85% original blue w/ silvering on sharp edges & some light overall freckling, mostly found on floorplate. Stock retains nearly all of its original oil finish w/ some light marks. Checkering is lightly worn & dark. Bore is bright & shiny. Mechanically crisp. (22-1958/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2719. CZ MODEL 550 SAFARI MAGNUM BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 505 Gibbs. S# A181577. Bbl. 26” heavy weight over an aftermarket ported muzzle brake. Hooded ramp bead front sight. Island mounted express rear sight w/ one standing & 2 folding leaves. Receiver is grooved for scope mounts. 2 Lug action w/ jeweled long extractor & bolt body. Right side safety & hinged floorplate. Straight comb pistol grip fancy walnut stock w/ point pattern checkering, 2 recoil lugs & swivel bases: front base is bbl. band mounted. LOP: 14 3/4” over a custom leather covered pad. Weight: 10 lbs, 11 oz. Mfg. 2004-2019. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: custom leather zipper case w/ plush lining. Case has hand tooled borders w/ a charging elephant highlighting the right side. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 99% wood & metal finish. Near excellent bore. (22-1034/DS). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.
2720. CZ -USA MODEL 512 22WMR RIFLE. Cal. 22 Mag. S# B375450. Bbl. 20.5” hammer forged w/ high viz fiber optic front blade & adj. rear peep. A self loading rimfire mfg. in Czech. Republic. A simplistic design requiring only a coin to field strip. Aluminum upper receiver. Fiberglass reinforced polymer lower. Attractive Beechwood stocks. Rear stock has a 13.75” LOP. Checkered black plastic buttplate. Dark black finish on receivers matches dark blue bbl. finish. Right side reciprocating charging handle. Crossbolt safety. MAGS: 1 - 5 rnd mag & 9 -10 rnd mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: BSA electronic sight, brown leather sling, orig. ship box, a brick (500 rds.) of Remington 40 gr. JHP ammo & paperwork. CONDITION: all outward aspects indicate very little use. Bbl. exhibits an area of thinning on top 3” forward of receiver coinciding w/ 2 drill & tapped holes w/ filler screws, some gentle thinning on original dovetail rail & 2 light scratches on right side of buttstock. Shiny bore w/ sharp rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (22-2061/JZ). MODERN. $500-700. 317
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2718. EARLY BRNO ZKW465, THE SIXTH ONE MADE W/ SCOPE. Cal. 22 Hornet. S# 00116 (the Blue Book indicates that the first rifle made in this series is numbered 00111). The early actions are distinguished by their exceptional machining, the major visible difference being that the receiver ring & bridge have transverse dovetails for scope mounting, versus the later longitudinal type. There are also extra milling cuts across the bridge. Brno markings are on left sidewall. Right side of bridge is marked “MADE IN CZECHOSLOVAKIA”. Action uses normal detachable mag. & is fitted w/ dbl. set triggers. Bolt w/ matching number has turned down handle w/ hollow knob. The 22 1/2” bbl. has boss for rear sight & sleeved on front ramp w/ silver bead. Pistol grip stock of lightly figured European walnut measures 13 7/8” over “CZ” marked hard rubber buttplate & features Schnabel tip, handcut point pattern checkering & sling swivels. Rifle is mounted w/ Lyman Alaskan all-weather 2 1/2 power “Varmint Master” scope w/ cross hair & post reticle in Redfield style mounts, fitted to blank slot infills. Front mount utilizes bbl. sight dovetail. CONDITION: very fine. Metal parts retaining over 95% original blue w/ some high edge wear. Wood retains nearly all of its original oil finish w/ a few scratches. Bore is bright & shiny w/ sharp rifling throughout. Mechanically good. Bolt handle appears to have been ground to clear rear ocular portion of scope and has been reblued. (22-1892/MGM). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.
Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2721. AYDT TYPE 2(?) SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY BUCHEL WITH ORIGINAL DIOPTER SIGHT. Cal. 8.15 X 46 R. S# 1836. Swamped 30 3/4” octagon bbl. has matted top flat. Rear portion expands into dovetail for bbl. sight. Front sight has interchangeable type beads. Rear portion of bbl. engraved “FR. SCHASIEPEN” “Linden, Hanover”. Bottom of bbl. stamped w/ BUG proofs & cal. & proof date of “8/33”. Casehardened action is silver inlaid “BUCHEL” “MEISTER” “D.R.G.M.” on top tang & fitted w/ diopter rear sight w/ S# matching this rifle. Action engraved w/ about 70% coverage well cut shaded scrolling acanthus. Sides are inlaid w/ German silver (?) ovals depicting jaegers. Schuetzen type operating lever fitted w/ embossed horn infill w/ checkering around Buchel markings. Schuetzen style stock w/ high sculpted cheekpiece is fitted w/ helm style iron buttplate, right hand thumbrest & sling loop. Well cut flat top checkering is at grip. Matching plain Schnabel forend attaches to bbl. w/ side bolt through oval steel escutcheons. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle comes w/ sight adj. tool. CONDITION: good to fine. Bbl. retaining over 80% original blue, has considerable vice marks at breech end from attempted removal. Action retains over 70% original casehardening color. Stocks have nearly all of their original oil finish. Bore is bright & shiny w/ strong rifling throughout. Mechanically fine. (21-4568/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-2,750.
2722. SYSTEM AYDT SINGLE SHOT SCHUETZEN RIFLE RETAILED BY C.A. BRECHT OF WEIMAR. NVSN (521 marked on bottom of bbl). Cal. 8.15X46R. The 33” tapered octagon bbl. has rear of top flat flared to accept rear sight. This area engraved w/ retailers name & address “C.A. Brecht, Weimar”. Front sight w/ interchangeable beads has matted ramp. Bbl. mounted w/ sling loop on bottom. Bottom flat (under forearm) marked w/ cal. & proof date of 4/27. Case hardened type I Aydt action is unmarked in any way & unengraved. A diopter rear sight stamped w/ S# 68 & “D.R.G.M.” is installed in integral base. Action features usual easy takedown system & removable triggers. Schuetzen style buttstock measures 13 3/8” over heavy cast iron helm type buttplate & features nicely sculpted high right hand cheekpiece, thumbrest on right side of grip & point pattern checkering. Matching, but uncheckered schnabel forend attaches to bbl. w/ side bolt through oval steel escutcheons. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. retaining nearly all of what appears to be its original blue. Action retaining approx. 90% original case hardening color w/ some darkening & minor flecking. Stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish that is somewhat dry. Fine bore. Mechanically good. (22-259/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.
2723. SYSTEM AYDT TYPE 3 SCHEUTZEN RIFLE RETAILED BY SIMON HEIM OF NUREMBURG RELINED TO 22 LR. Cal. 22 LR. S# 445. The 31 5/8” octagon bbl. is engraved w/ maker’s name & address on matted top flat. Rear portion has integral wider dovetail for mounting of rear open sight. Rear portion of bbl. engraved w/ steel type (Rochelings). Windage & elevation adj. rear sight is included & front sight w/ interchangeable beads has protective ears on its matted ramp. Bottom of bbl. (forend removed) shows proofs, cal. & proof date of February 1927. Type 3 AYDT action has removable bbl. & fitted w/ 3 lever dbl. set triggers. Action is casehardened & engraved w/ near full coverage well cut lg. scrolling shaded acanthus w/ some geometric borders. This fine engraving surrounds oval vignettes of shooters w/ jaeger in pantaloons holding rifle on right & on left, perhaps the same hunter drinking an adult beverage w/ rifle in hand. Action has deeply scrolled Schuetzen type trigger guard/opening lever. Classic Schuetzen style buttstock w/ lg. raised scalloped cheekpiece & right hand thumbrest is well checkered at grip & transitions into butt w/ some nicely carved acanthus scroll w/ floral highlight. There is incised scroll carving at butt & an inlet mother of pearl target on right side. Schnabel forend has matching checkering & carving & attaches to bbl. w/ side bolt through oval steel escutcheons. CONDITION: very good. Bbl. retaining approx. 80% original blue. Action w/ perhaps 50% original case color w/ stains & darkening. Stocks retain most of their original finish w/ a lg. number of knocks, dings & scratches. Tang sight is missing. Bore is very fine, mechanically fine. (21-4565/MGM). CURIO. $1,250-2,000. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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2725. INCOMPLETE J.P. SAUER OFFHAND BOLT ACTION SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. .366. NSN. 27” Octagon barrel is marked with makers name on top and is fitted with adjustable rear sight. Barrel has underrib that holds cleaning rod. Early bolt action has some scroll engraving. Trigger guard is nicely scrolled in Schuetzen style. Stock with Schuetzen type right hand cheekpiece has heavy steel helm type buttplate. CONDITION: Poor. Set triggers & rear sight are missing. Stock is partially sanded and cracked at forend. Bore is good. Bolt will not operate. A project for those rainy afternoons. (01-20229/MGM). ANTIQUE. $200-300.
2726. GERMAN GUILD SINGLE SHOT TIP DOWN RIFLE. Cal. 9.3 x 72R?. S# 38. The 26” octagon bbl. with matted top is fitted with one standing, one folding leaf U notch rear and silver bead front sights. Underlever boxlock type action has tang safety with rifle being safe when safety is in forward position. Top of action is marked “DRGM” and is engraved with sprays of scroll on sides in line borders. Plain European walnut round knob buttstock measures 14” over and features right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering and sling loop matching that on bottom of bbl. Later made forend does not fit well. CONDITION: fair to good. Bbl. retains most of a reblack. Action is silver gray. Buttstock has most of an old oil refinish. Bore is very good to fine. Action is slightly loose. Set triggers work. (22-977/MGM). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2727. SAKO L461 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 222 Rem. S# 89922. Bbl. 23 1/2” w/ ramp mounted hooded. L461 short action receiver w/ grooved top bridges holding Weaver “67” front base & “66” rear base. Bases hold a Lyman Perma Center All-American 6x scope w/ crosshair reticle held on Weaver 1” rings. Hinged floorplate holding internal box mag. Sporter Monte Carlo pistol grip walnut stock w/ Sako buttplate. Mfg. 1962-1973 (S# range 57001134252). CONDITION: Very good overall w/ a few marks on stock & blemishes on bbl. Near excellent bore. Very good scope finish w/ serviceable optics. (22-2096/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.
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2724. SYSTEM AYDT TYPE I GERMAN FALLING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT PISTOL. Cal. 22 RF Short. S# 813. Bbl. 13 1/2” tapered oct. Ramp mounted adj. front sight w/ broken bead. U-notch adj. rear sight. Case colored falling block action w/ straight line borders & arabesque scroll highlights. Breech block is marked “D.R.G.M.” (Deutsche Reich Gebrauch Muster). Dbl. set triggers. Triggerguard is formed by finger curl operating lever. One-piece rnd. butt thumb rest grip w/ extensive hand checkering & brass lanyard ring at butt. CONDITION: bbl. finish is fading to mottled brown showing sm. handling marks. Action retains traces of case colors fading to gray/brown patina. Grips show light wear & handling marks w/ some damage to checkering diamonds. Bore retains lightly worn rifling. (22-1511/DS). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.
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2728. CUSTOM FULL STOCK RIFLE BUILT ON A SPANISH SMALL RING MAUSER ACTION. Cal. 243 Winchester. S# 32535. The 22 1/2” featherweight style bbl. is fitted with Williams flip up rear sight in screwed on island base and gold bead front in Williams ramp. Small ring Spanish Mauser action dated 1933 has been drilled and tapped, and fitted with Weaver scope bases. Bolt has new handle installed, along with Buehler type safety in original shroud. Bottom metal has been fitted with double set triggers. Full length stock by Bishop made of lightly figured American walnut has Monte Carlo comb, swept right hand cheekpiece, plastic buttplate and grip cap with white line spacers, point pattern checkering at grip and forend and Schnabel steel muzzle cap. CONDITION: fine as custom finished. Metal parts retaining nearly all of a custom immersion blue. Stock retains most of an oil finish with some minor marks and scratches. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically good. (22-975 /MGM). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2729. H. PIEPER ROLLING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 380?. S# 9630 (on bbl.). The 28” octagon bbl. is fitted w/ V-notch semi buckhorn rear & German silver blade front sights, has S# & Belgian proofs on left flat. Case hardened rolling block type action operated by finger spur on trigger guard is stamped “H. Pieper BTE” on left side. Nicely figured European walnut rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/8” over an “H. Pieper” “The Marksman” embossed hard rubber buttplate. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching slim forend screws to bbl. CONDITION: good. Metal retaining most of its original finishes w/ scattered oxidation. Stocks w/ old refinish & sanding marks on butt have a number of marks & dings. Bores are bright & shiny. Action is good. Buttstock has spread around action & needs attention. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jack Verret Sr. (22-793/MGM). CURIO. $300-400.
2730. COPPER FIREARMS MODEL 57M TRP-3 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# CF22911. Bbl. 25” heavy matte finished stainless w/ out provision for sights. Match bbl. w/ .875” diameter & 1 in 16 twist rate. Mfg. 2013 as single shot benchrest style weighing approx. 8 lbs. Green speckle painted stock w/ Pachmayr basket weave solid pad; 13” LOP. Extremely light trigger pull appearing noticeably less than 1 lb. Bolt w/ twin claw extractors. Machined aluminum bedding block & trigger guard. Cooper M57 marked Picatinny scope rail w/ Farrell F&R marked 30mm scope rings holding Leupold Competition Series 35X45mm matte finished scope having fine crosshair dot reticle. Capped target turrets & left side parallax adjustment. Behind front scope ring is 2 position spirit level that stores at top of scope or pivots to right for ease of viewing. Current production rifle w/ MSRP of $3,355; scope is $1,499. Arguably the best production benchrest rifle made & certainly great for Cooper One Shot Matches. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent compartmentalized Pelican iM3300 case w/ end & side carry handles plus end wheels. CONDITION: light function wear on bolt body & light ring mark between level & turrets. All other aspects near excellent including bore. (21-4617/NW). MODERN. $2,200-3,000.
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2732. KIMBER MODEL 84M CLASSIC BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 257 Roberts. S# KM 34619. Bbl. 22” light sporter weight w/ out sights. 2 Lug action w/ claw extractor. Model 70 style safety. Single stage trigger & hinged floorplate. Action is equipped w/ scope bases & rings. Classic style stock of fancy Claro walnut w/ rosewood forearm tip, cut checkering, steel grip cap, swivel bases & solid black Kimber pad. Mfg. 2001-2015. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 99% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bore. (22-910/DS). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2733. KIMBER OF OREGON MODEL 82 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 51463. Bbl. 22” w/out provision for sights & threaded 1/2-28 at muzzle. Classic example mfg. in Clackamas w/ grooved receiver having tall 1” Burris rings. Classic walnut stock w/ cut checkering, steel grip cap, finely checkered steel buttplate & sling studs. MAGS: 1 factory 4 rd. CONDITION: good to very good overall w/ numerous stock marks throughout. Spot of bluing loss near cal. marking & light marks around brand marking on bbl. Near excellent bore. (21-4573/NW). MODERN. $600-900.
2734. H&R MODEL 340 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# A227270. Bbl. 22” w/out provision for sights. Mfg. 1981-1983 w/ European style commercial Model 98 Mauser style action having side slide safety for adj. trigger, streamlined bolt shroud & swept back bolt handle (No. 3415) (underside of knob checkered). Walnut stock w/ straight comb having raised shadowline cheekpiece, Supreme ventilate recoil pad, cut checkered panels, rosewood forend tip, European style sculpted area by front of floorplate & hinged commercial trigger guard assembly. Receiver factory drilled & tapped for installed Weaver scope bases plus receiver sight. Area between receiver sight screws stamped “1078”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: poor to fair original box w/ abundance of opaque tan packaging tape throughout. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore. (21-4547/NW). MODERN. $300-500.
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2731. COOPER MODEL 57M BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# CF22644. Bbl. 24” medium weight stainless steel w/ out sights. Leupold 3-9x40 AO scope w/ matte finish w/ AO, duplex reticle & Leupold lens covers on Warne mts. Matte black finished action w/ right side safety. Straight comb walnut stock w/ wide ported forearm, checkered wrist & original thin black pad. MAGS: 5-5 rd. detachable mags. CONDITION: over 98% metal finish. Wood finish shows light wear. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-12/DS). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.
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2735. HOWA MODEL 1500 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 Creedmoor. S# B488747. Bbl. 20” light sporter weight w/ out sights. Two lug short action w/ right side 3 position safety, 2 stage H.A.C.T. trigger & hinged floorplate. Cerakote polymer-ceramic composite metal finish. VIA camoflauge finished Hogue composite stock w/ swivel bases. Right side of stock retains its SUB-MOA guarantee sticker. LOP: 14” over solid black Hogue pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing instruction manual. Hang tag & safety tag are attached to triggerguard. CONDITION: near new in box. Near excellent bore. (22-1001/DS). MODERN. $500-750.
2736. ITHACA LSA-65 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 270 Win. S# 650-25947. Bbl. 22” sporter weight w/ out sights. 2 Lug action w/ right side safety & hinged floorplate. Receiver is drilled for scope bases & grooved for factory rings. Monte Carlo cheekpiece walnut stock, features include rosewood forearm tip & grip cap w/ white line spacers, skip line checkering, sling swivels & thin black Ithaca pad. Mfg. in Finland by Tikka & imported by Ithaca from 1969-1977. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Original stock finish shows scattered light scratches & marks. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-921/DS). MODERN. $500-750.
2737. NIKKO 7000 GRADE 1 AFRICAN GOLDEN EAGLE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 458 Win. Mag. S# N015133. Bbl. 26” w/ ramp mounted hooded bead front sight & Williams U notch adj. rear sight. Action has plug screws in holes for scope attachment. Jeweled bolt w/ 5 locking lugs. Sliding top tang safety. Hinged floorplate w/ gold finished trigger. Left side of action has gold filled “GOLDEN EAGLE” marking. Monte Carlo cheekpiece sporting stock of gloss finished Claro walnut w/ skip line checkering, sling bases, rosewood forearm & black composite grip cap w/ Gold Eagle trademark. LOP :14” over original Golden Eagle brown ventilated pad. Mfg. by Nikko of Tochigi, Japan & imported by Golden Eagle Firearms of Houston,TX, circa 1975-1981. CONDITION: metal retains over 98% original blue. Stock has good finish showing marks including sm. dents on cheekpiece & scratches along right side of action & forearm. Bright near excellent bore. (21-4610/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.
2738. SCHULTZ & LARSEN MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 21480. Bbl. 27” target; 25mm at receiver & 20mm at muzzle. Mfg. in Denmark. Front sight base w/ Anchutz style globe front sight allowing interchangeable disks; presently w/ circle. S&L rear sight w/ appearance of Lyman style. Short throw bolt handle that slides straight back like biathlon rifles. Bolt retained by Allen head detent screw rather than spring clip on later models. References indicate Model 70. Limited research available but bbl. length & characteristics indicate Model 70. 2 Stage adj. target trigger. Walnut stock w/ slight Monte Carlo comb & slight raised cheekpiece. Sling swivels, pronounced pistol grip & 17mm grooved hard rubber pad. Nice single shot target rifle intended for 50 meter shooting. No import marks. CONDITION: Stock has appearance of nice satin oiled refinish. Very good to near excellent metal finish w/ occasional sm. scratch on bbl. (21-4425/NW). MODERN. $350-500.
2739. STILLER PRECISION FIREARMS 2500X VARMINT RIFLE WITH LEUPOLD SCOPE AND CARRYING CASE. Cal. 22 LR. S# ULT0191. The 25 1/2” straight taper medium weight stainless steel barrel is marked with caliber and “GORHAM” on left side. Stainless steel competition type single shot action is marked “2500X” and with makers name and address on left. Bolt with tactical type handle is blued. Benchrest type pistol grip stock with “SPF” aluminum buttplate is of laminated green and gray wood. Rifle is mounted with Leupold Competition Series 45X45mm scope with high turret knobs with crosshair and dot reticle in tall double rings. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle comes in gray ABS foam lined case. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears nearly as new with only some minor handling marks mostly on wood. Scope is also excellent. The action alone on this rifle retails for around $1,200. (21-4616/MGM). MODERN. $1,750-2,500. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com 322
2741. WEATHERBY MARK-V VARMINTMASTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22-250. S# S02117. Bbl. 26” w/out provision for sights. Mfg. of Varmintmaster ceased 1995; also offered in 224 Weatherby. Classic Mark-V w/ Monte Carlo stock having sling studs, corresponding back slant rosewood forend tip & grip cap w/ diamond inlay, skip line checkering, basket weave pad plus raised cheek piece. Buehler style rings & bases w/ Leupold Vari-X-III 3.5-10AO gloss finished scope having Duplex reticle. CONDITION: very good overall w/ light pitting on floorplate, occasional light marks on bbl., light marks (appearing mostly on bottom portions) on stock plus near excellent bore & scope set. (22-1831/NW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.
2742. WEATHERBY MARK V DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 Weatherby Mag. S# H217930. Bbl. 26” sporter weight w/ out sights. Redfield Low-Pro 2-7 gloss finish scope w/ duplex reticle on Redfield base & engraved rings. 9 Lug action pinned floorplate. Monte Carlo cheekpiece gloss finished stock w/ fancy walnut w/ skip line checkering, rosewood forearm tip & grip cap, white line spacers, swivel bases & original Weatherby brown ventilated pad. Japanese mfg. CONDITION: over 98% blue, stock shows a few sm. marks. Recoil pad is age hardened & cracking. Bright, near excellent bore. Scope has clear optics. (22-903/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,350.
2743. WEATHERBY MARK V BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 270 Weatherby Mag. S# H88806. Bbl. 26” sightless bbl. Weatherby 3-9x40 gloss finished scope w/ heavy duplex reticle on Redfield mts. 9 Lug action w/ hinged floorplate. Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock of fancy walnut w/ skip line checkering, rosewood forearm tip & grip cap white line spacers, swivel bases & original Weatherby pad. Japanese mfg. CONDITION: over 98% blue w/ sm. scratches on bottom metal. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered marks. Bright, near excellent bore. Scope has clear optics. (22-904/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,350. 323
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2740. VOLQUARTSEN “EVOLUTION” SEMI AUTOMATIC TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 223 Rem. S# VEV00645. The 21” rnd. fluted stainless steel bbl. is fitted w/ integral muzzle break & has cal. at left rear. Heavy stainless steel gas operated semi automatic action has integral picatinny rail on top. Left side of action is marked w/ S# & “VOLQUARTSEN EVOLUTION.” Gray green laminated extreme pistol grip stock has high Monte Carlo comb & black rubber rifle pad. Forward section is vented, allowing for gas to escape. Rifle is mounted w/ an older Swarovski Habicht Nova 8x56 scope w/ duplex reticle in steel Leupold type ring. MAGS: 1 AR-15 type 10 rd. by ASC. CONDITION: very fine, retaining nearly all factory finishes w/ only a few handling marks. Bright shiny bore. Scope is fine w/ some marks from earlier rings, optically clear. (22-1840/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.
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2744. WEATHERBY VANGUARD BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH SCOPE. Cal. 25-06. S# V15560. This Series 1 rifle with 24” sporter bbl. has caliber marking at rear. Blued action is marked “VANGUARD” and “MADE IN JAPAN” on left side wall. Engine turned bolt with dual locking lugs and push feed is fitted with safety on right side. Steel bottom metal has hinged floorplate. Weatherby style stock of attractive American walnut has high Monte Carlo comb, swept right hand cheekpiece, rosewood grip cap and forend tip with white line spacers, and very course checkering at grip and forend. Rifle is mounted with Weatherby Premier 3-9x scope with crosshair reticle in Buehler rings and bases. CONDITION: fine. Metal parts retaining over 95% original blue, most loss from hand wear is on floorplate. Stock retains most of its sprayed on varnish with some handling marks. Bore is bright and shiny. Action smooth. Scope is very fine; optically clear. These rifles were guaranteed to shoot 1.5” groups at 100 yards. (22-973/MGM). CURIO. $600-900.
2745. EDDYSTONE CUSTOM P14 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 H&H Mag. S# 218413. Bbl. 26” w/out provision for sights. Mfg. by Eddystone for England having “view” marks on left side of receiver. Custom built by D.L.Verdiani of Toledo OH as marked on bbl. Extensive list of custom action features to include: straightening floorplate & recontour of trigger guard bow, altered to cock on opening, polished bolt body & follower (also altered to close when empty), aftermarket adj. single stage trigger plus rear bridge of receiver filled & recontoured. Custom highly figured Monte Carlo walnut stock set w/ features to include: cheekpiece, solid black Pachmayr decelerator pad (14 1/4” LOP), classic well executed checkering, rosewood forend tip w/ maple spacer, smooth steel grip cap, 2 blued reinforcing cross bolts, inletted 2 screw attached detachable swivel bases for Uncle Mike’s swivels & Latigo 1” hunter sling. Weaver bases, Burris rings & Burris 4X Fullfield duplex reticle scope. Classic custom Magnum rifle. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore & scope set. (214053/NW). MODERN. CURIO. $800-1,200,
2746. EDDYSTONE CUSTOM P14 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 375 H&H Mag.. S# 344028. Bbl. 26” w/out provision for sights. Mfg. by Eddystone for England having “view” marks on left side of receiver. Custom built by D.L.Verdiani of Toledo OH as marked on bbl. Extensive list of custom action features to include: straightening floorplate & recontour of trigger guard bow, altered to cock on opening, polished bolt body & follower (also altered to close when empty), aftermarket adj. single stage trigger plus rear bridge of receiver filled & recontoured. Custom nicely figured Monte Carlo walnut stock set w/ features to include: cheekpiece, solid black Pachmayr decelerator pad (14 1/4” LOP), classic well executed checkering, rosewood forend tip w/ maple spacer, smooth steel grip cap, 2 blued reinforcing cross bolts, inletted 2 screw attached detachable swivel bases for Uncle Mike’s swivels & Latigo 1” hunter sling. Weaver bases, Burris rings & Burris 4X Fullfield duplex reticle scope. Classic custom big bore Mag. rifle. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore & scope set. (21-4054/NW). MODERN. CURIO. $800-1,200,
2747. FEDERAL ORDNANCE CUSTOM MODEL 98 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 35 Whelen. S# L6518. Bbl. 26 1/4” MagnaPorted w/out sights; marked “D L VERDIANI TOLEDO OH” plus cal. marking. Bell & Carlson black checkered synthetic stock having black ventilated pad & integral black nylon speed sling. Hinged military floorplate / trigger guard assembly w/ lock screws. Blued bolt assembly (jeweled body) w/ Gentry Model 70 style safety on shroud & swept back bolt handle relieved for scope clearance on top plus hollow knob. Buehler 1 piece base & ring set holding Burris Fullfield 4X duplex reticle scope. Aftermarket adj. single stage trigger. CONDITION: overall near excellent including bore w/ very minor marks on scope eyepiece & bolt handle due to inadequate clearance that could be corrected by slightly taller rings. Bolt handle gently contacts stock; needs slight relief in bolt handle slot. (21-4057/NW). MODERN. $500-750. (207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2748. VERY FINE CUSTOM MAUSER BIG GAME SPORTING RIFLE BY THE NOTED GARY STILES. Cal. 338 Win Mag. S# 27088. The very talented Gary Stiles died in 2012, but he lives on in his exceptionally well crafted custom rifles like this example. The 24” lightweight bbl. is expertly machined, resulting in tapered octagon form w/ integral base for 3 folding, one standing leaf express rear sight as well as front ramp holding longitudinally dovetailed gold bead w/ flip up night bead. Ramp is cut for knurled sight protector. A sling eye is also integrally milled onto bottom flat. Top of bbl. is engraved “G. Stiles for Dr. P. Fenchak”. Cal. is engraved on left side of bbl. shank. Model 98 action, most likely sourced from a 1908 Brazilian Mauser, is marked “DEUTCHE WAFFEN-UND” “MUNITIONSFABRIKEN BERLIN” on left sidewall. Rear bridge has been taken down & Talley scope bases installed. Bolt stop is nicely reshaped on top w/ checkered thumbpiece. Bolt w/ turned down & swept handle w/ pear shaped knob (checkered in 5 panels) has body engine turned. Model 70 style safety is installed in original shroud. A commercial trigger is also installed. Magnum bottom metal by Blackburn has dropbox & hinged floorplate retained by button in trigger guard bow. Pistol grip stock of very finely marbled & lightly figured European walnut measures 13 5/8” over black leather covered pad. Stock shows classic shaping w/ well carved shadowline swept right hand cheekpiece, raised platform under bolt stop, chamfered ejection port, steel grip cap & ebony forend tip w/ sm. widow’s peak. Point pattern checkering is very finely executed & wraps around forend & has reverse curve to rear at grip. A sling eye matching that on bottom of bbl. is on toeline along w/ a vacant silver oval. Rifle is mounted w/ a Schmidt & Bender 30mm 1 1/2 -6x scope w/ 3 post & fine crosshair reticle. Scope is mounted in Talley type Q-D rings. Scope has rubber lens cover. WEIGHT: 10 lbs. 4 oz. (w/ scope). CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears to have been fired very little since being custom built w/ only a few very minor handling marks in all fine custom finishes. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically crisp. Scope is also excellent, optically clear. The perfect rifle for your next elk hunt. (21-4611/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.
2749. CUSTOM WINCHESTER 1917 BOLT ACTION SPORTER RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S# 308400. Bbl. w/ long ramp mounted bead front sight & island mounted express 2 leaf rear sight. Action has had side rail mt. similar to Griffin & Howe rail installed w/ engraved staked screws. Rear bridge has had sight removed, oval sight inlet filled & stippled over retaining charger guide. Bottom metal retains military configuration. Action retains cock on close, control rd. feed & 2 stage trigger. Walnut pistol grip stock w/ cut checkering at forearm & grip, cheekpiece & hard rubber buttplate. Toeplate has inlaid name plate w/ monogram “MP”. Bottom of bbl. & toeline of stock have sling swivels holding 7/8” sling. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Ajack high quality vintage German telescopic sight w/ integral top mt. appears to be approx. 6 power. Marked on top w/ Ajack, “logo” & “A. JACKENKROLL” “32191” under elevation knob. Mt. marked “D.R.G.M.” All steel construction except aluminum focus ring. Tube measures 26.75mm. European style reticle w/ post & horizontal crosshairs. Adj. for elevation only. Integral side mt. has horizontal dovetail w/ single locking lever & push button catch & is adj. for windage. Scope & mt. have 80% original blue w/ light wear & scattered handling marks. Aluminum focus ring has spots of missing black finish. Optics appear slightly cloudy but serviceable. Elevation adjustment is functional. Hensoldt-Wetzlar Dialytan 4X high quality vintage German Telescopic Scope. S# 4056. Scope is adj. for elevation only. Tube measures approx. 26.75mm. Single flat top post has limited range of adj. Scope & integral mt. is all steel construction except aluminum focus ring. Single lever detachable dovetail mt. marked “D.R.G.M.” adj. for windage & has push button locking catch. Leather scope caps. Scope retains 70% original finish but is turning patina in areas of fine oxidation. Optics appear slightly cloudy but serviceable. Very good overall w/ scattered handling marks. Approx. 17” X 8 1/2” X 3 1/2” brown leather covered wooden box w/ cloth lining. Box was originally designed for 2 scopes. Box is in well worn condition w/ scuffing & scratches but is serviceable. CONDITION: rifle has very good reblued metal finish w/ scattered patina most notable around bottom metal & muzzle. Stock has cracks throughout along w/ moderate handling marks throughout. Good bore w/ strong rifling & darkening in the grooves. (21-4517, 02-16080-1, 02-16080-3/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000. 325
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2750. SPORTERIZED 1903 SPRINGFIELD WITH VERY FINE CUSTOM STOCK. Cal. 30-06. S# 1197200. The 24” bbl. has been reshaped at breech area and fitted with sleeved on “Pacific” front ramp with gold bead. Model 1903 action retains original markings on receiver ring and is fitted with Lyman 48 receiver sight with long slide. Action is of military configuration. High quality custom made stock of dense and lightly streaked European walnut measures 14” over Model 70 type steel buttplate. Stock features long right hand shadowline cheekpiece, hard rubber forend tip, horn grip cap and nicely cut multi point pattern checkering at grip and around forend. Sling eyes are installed, front acts as mounting point and screws into bbl. CONDITION: very good as custom finished. Metal parts retaining approx. 80% custom blue. Stock retains nearly all of its hand rubbed oil finish with some light marks. Checkering is somewhat worn. Bore is good to fine, shiny with some frosting toward muzzle. Action is smooth. PROVENANCE: By descent, from the Albert Boardman II of Rye, N.Y. (22-1061/MGM). CURIO. $600-1000.
2751. HUSQVARNA FACTORY MODEL 96 SPORTING RIFLE W/ SCOPE. Cal. 9.3x62. S# 41968. The 24 1/4” tapered rnd. bbl. is fitted w/ island base holding U-notch rear sight, sleeved on sling loop, & front ramp holding silver bead sight. Serial number is on left rear. Top of bbl. is engraved “HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS A. B. KAL. 9.3mm”. 96 Mauser action has Husqvarna markings around receiver ring & the date “1942”. Serial number is on left where it is covered by wood. Bolt & all other minor parts are unnumbered, including bottom metal. Rifle is fitted w/ WWII sniper type side mount holding “SOLOTHERM” 2.5x scope w/ 3 post reticle in alloy rings & dual lever slide which is also unnumbered & unmarked. Factory made capped pistol grip stock of plain European walnut measures 15” over hard rubber buttplate w/ Husqvarna crest. Stock features schnabled tip, point pattern checkering at grip, & sling loop on toeline matching bbl. CONDITION: fine. Metal parts retaining over 80% of what appears to be their original blue w/ silvering on sharp edges & w/ some scattered freckling, mostly on floorplate. Stock retains most of its original oil finish w/ fairly lg. chip in buttplate at toe. Bore is bright & shiny. Mechanically good. Scope is very good to fine w/ some marks in its varnish. Optically a bit clouded. (22-1957/MGM). CURIO. $700-1,000.
2752. ANSCHUTZ MODEL 1416P EXEMPLAR BOLT ACTION TARGET PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 1322937P. Blue finished left hand action target pistol w/ West German 1987 Nitro proofs, imported 1987-1997. Bbl. 10” w/ hooded ramp post front sight & tangent adj. square notch rear. Receiver grooved for tip off scope mts. Two stage trigger. Walnut stock w/ stippled panels at forearm & grip. MAGS: 1 detachable 5 rd. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ minimal handling marks & near excellent bore. (21-4426/MD). MODERN. $450-650.
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2754. BROWNING GOLD LINE MEDALIST SEMI AUTO TARGET PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 118974T8. Bbl. 6 3/4” heavy rnd. w/ ventilated rib. Patridge front sight w/ square-notch adj. target rear sight. polished blue finish w/ gold line accents. Gold finished trigger. Schnabel tipped forend & thumbrest one piece grip of gloss finished rosewood w/ hand checkering & beaded border accents. Mfg. 1968, Belgium. Only 407 were mfg 1962-1975. MAGS: 1 10-rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original black case w/ red velour lined interior. Case contains counter weight support block, 3 counter weights, screwdriver tool, cartridge block, owner’s manual & case keys. CONDITION: near excellent, retaining over 98% finish showing slight muzzle wear & spots of finish loss on trigger. Bright near excellent bore. (22-1080/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.
2755. BROWNING NICKELED HI-POWER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 245PZ75609. Bbl. 4 3/4” w/ matching #. Mfg. 1981 (1980-1985) w/ bright nickel finish & adj. sights. Gold plated trigger w/ mag. safety plus spur hammer. Border checkered hardwood grips w/ Browning medallions. Scarce example. MAGS: very good factory nickeled 13 rd. w/ black plastic follower. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good red flannel lined Browning black zippered pouch. CONDITION: traces of interior firing residue; overall near excellent including bore & grips. (22-148/NW). MODERN. $900-1,400.
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2753. CASED PAIR RENAISSANCE CHALLENGER SEMIAUTO PISTOLS. BOTH: 22 LR. Coin finished actions have full coverage renaissance grade engraving. Vine type foliate scroll with punch dot backgrounds is surrounded by straight line borders. Engraving continues to trigger guard bow & front grip strap. Engraving is unsigned. Gold finished serrated triggers. Ramp mounted Patridge front sights with square-notch adj. rear sights. Gloss finished wrap around walnut grips with hand checkering, beaded borders & vine type foliate carving along the top. MAGS: both have one 10 rd. detachable. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original Browning black case with red velour fitted interior. 1) S# 58898U73. Bbl. scarce 4 1/2”. Grips have a light color with some fiddle figure through butt. 1973 Belgian mfg. Only 121 Renaissance grade pistols with 4 1/2” barrels were manufactured 1962-1975. CONDITION: over 95% metal finish showing light wear on midsection of barrel & spots of freckling on bottom of frame & front grip strap. Very good grips. Bright, near-excellent bore. (22-1078/DS). 2) S# 47719U72. Bbl. 6 3/4”. Darker colored grips with black streak highlights & marbled grain. 1972 Belgian mfg. Only 316 6 3/4” Renaissance models were manufactured 1962-1975. CONDITION: over 99% wood & metal finish. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-1079/DS). BOTH CURIO. $5,000-7,000.
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2756. POST WAR 9mm BROWNING HI POWER PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 75C53518. Bbl. 4 5/8”. The Browning Hi Power has been manufactured, commemorating John M. Browning’s last pistol design since 1935 in numerous configurations. This particular example is a post War 9mm Parabellum w/ visible extractor & spur hammer. Serrated slide w/ fixed blade front sight & target adjustable rear. Left side controls including safety, slide lock & serrated thumb actuated mag. release. Checkered hardwood grips. Mag: 3 steel 13 rd. mags. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: plastic carry case. CONDITION: Blued finish on exposed metal surfaces enjoys complete coverage w/ only sporadic thinning typically resembling that earned by holstering. Wooden grip panels bear no obvious blemishing. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (22-1813/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200.
2757. BROWNING HI POWER SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 30 Luger. S# 245PZ56826. Bbl. 4 3/4”. 3 Dot sights. 2 Piece checkered hardwood grips. Right side of slide marked right side marked “MADE IN BELGIUM / BY FABRIQUE NATIONAL HERSTAL”. MAGS: 2-13 rd. mags UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: cardboard Browning box w/ foam inserts. 3 snap caps. CONDITION: very good blued finish w/ a few scattered handling marks on top left of slide. Series of small dents on either side of frame from improper trigger pin installation / removal. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (22-1812/ BH). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.
2758. BROWNING HI-POWER PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 245NY60610. Bbl. 4.75”. Mfg. Browning. Dark blued finish on all exposed metal surfaces w/ checkered hardwood grips. Serrated slide w/ front blade & adj. rear sight. Single action w/ ambidextrous thumb operated safety. Left side mag. release positioned for thumb operation. Serrated spur hammer. Post 1977 mfg. MAGS: 2 factory 13 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory numbered gray plastic box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects indicate as new condition. Grips & finish remain unscathed. Still wrapped in factory oil paper. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. (22-780/JZ). MODERN. $500-900.
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2760. HI-STANDARD MODEL H-D MILITARY SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 198211. Bbl. 4 1/2” w/ Patridge sight blade having serrated face plus “PROPERTY OF U.S.A.” on top. Mfg. 1945-1950 w/ catalog # 9050 & appropriately w/ in S# 145196-334751. Later issued fully checkered walnut grips w/ light flare at butt. Gloss finished frame & slide appearing to have much earlier USA bbl. added w/ less degree of polish. U.S.A. Models mfg. 1943-1945 w/ blued finish; later changed to parkerized between S# 128000-130000. Originally intended for military purposes during the war w/ civilian sales after; approx. 143,000 units to civilians. Matching numbered slide having adj. rear sight. MAGS: unmarked 10 rd. w/ sides & front at top in the white but all of spine blued. Cleaned peppery oxidation throughout. CONDITION: very good gloss finish on frame; bbl. finish w/ light spotty marks. Very good grips w/ some slightly flattened diamond tops; mostly on right. Near excellent bore. (22-127/NW). CURIO. $400-600.
2761. HIGH STANDARD THE VICTOR MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 2475180. Bbl. 4 1/2” slab side heavy bbl. marked “THE VICTOR”. Solid aluminum rib w/ Patridge front sight & adj. target sight at rear. Steel weight attached to bottom of bbl. Mfg. 1973-1979 w/ catalog # 9216. Right side of frame marked “MILITARY”. Push button bbl. release & stippled grip straps. Gold filled lettering (some faint or missing) plus gold plated safety, mag. release & trigger w/ over travel stop. Full set of cocking grooves at front of slide & half set at rear. Checkered walnut target grips w/ thumbrest for RH use. MAGS: 2 blued 10 rd. w/ green followers & blued skeleton bases TOTAL; 1 unmarked except for a 5 & other appears new in HS package indicating cat. #10380 plus 5 & 10 on body. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: master trigger lock w/ key. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. (21-4532/NW). MODERN. $500-750.
2762. HIGH STANDARD MODEL SUPERMATIC SEMIAUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 446524. Bbl. 6 3/4” w/ raised grooved rib having dovetailed streamlined Patridge faced front sight & slide mounted adj. rear. Bottom of bbl. dovetailed for cylindrical weights; 2 installed of different sizes (2 oz. & 3 oz.). Mfg. 1954 only w/ catalog # 9110; also offered in 4 1/2”. Matching numbered slide also marked S-100. Grooved grip straps, push button release dovetailed bbl., slide lock & trigger stop. Fitz ACCU-RISER checkered simulated wood RH grips w/ pronounced thumbrest & provision for adj. palm support (missing). MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd. CONDITION: generally very good appearance w/ numerous scratches & function marks on bbl. & slide; weights & frame w/ better appearance. Rear face of bbl. & face of slide w/ rough appearance. Fair grips w/ noticeable chips at bottom rear of both. Near excellent bore. (21-4461/NW). CURIO. $450-600. 329
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2759. 2 RIMFIRE SEMI AUTO PISTOLS: RUGER & BROWNING. 1) RUGER MARK II TARGET GOVERNMENT MODEL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 223-85287. Bbl. 6 7/8” bull w/ undercut target front sight & corresponding receiver mounted adj. rear. Blued model mfg. 2000 as Government Target Model w/ silver trigger & checkered black plastic grips having silver eagle medallion. MAGS: 2 factory 10 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered gray plastic case w/ manual. CONDITION: very slight thinning of finish at muzzle. Sm. mark on right side of receiver by S# w/ overall very good to excellent appearance. Near excellent bore & grips. (21-4430/NW). MODERN. 2) BROWNING NOMAD MODEL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 3234P2. Bbl. 4 1/2” w/ characteristic tall undercut front sight blade & adj. rear. Mfg. 1962 (1961-1974) by FN w/ Browning marked checkered black plastic grips on black alloy frame. MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd. CONDITION: very slight thinning on high points of bbl. & on butt near magwell. Light marks by grip screw on right grip & faint diamond top wear on both. Near excellent bore. (22-224/NW). CURIO. $850-1,150.
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2763. HIGH STANDARD SUPERMATIC TROPHY SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# ML34806. Bbl. 5 1/2” bull w/ grooved top, recessed crown, Patridge sight, machined for muzzle brake plus bottom drilled & tapped for weights; adj. rear target sight bridge mounted to rear of frame. Mfg. 1968-1981 w/ catalog #9247. Military style grip w/ stippled grip straps. Checkered walnut grips w/ RH thumbrest (light left, dark right). Gold mag. release, thumb safety & target trigger w/ over travel stop. Gold highlighted lettering. MAGS: 1 skeleton base (bright metal w/ “HS” on right side) 10 rd. w/ green follower. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent mag. box w/ unmarked yellow end label. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore. Minimal evidence of use. (21-4415/NW). MODERN. $550-800.
2764. SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS “NEW DEPARTURE” REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 42762. Bbl. 3 1/2” w/ pinned semi circular blade. Nickel plated; mfg. 1888-1902 w/ blued trigger guard, case colored trigger & black hard rubber grips. Matching numbered bbl. & cyl.; unnumbered grips. CONDITION: good to very good overall w/ slight flaking of finish. Very good bluing & functioning. Minimal traces of case colors. Good appearing hand worn grips. Good plus bore w/ occasional light pitting. (22-2053/NW). CURIO. $250-400.
2765. 5 HIGH QUALITY FITTED LEATHER COVERED GUN CASES. 1) HOLLAND & HOLLAND BROWN LEATHER COVERED FITTED 2 GUN SHOTGUN CASE. Measures 30 1/2” X 13 1/2” X 3 3/4”. Case has name in leather applied to top of lid. Lined w/ maroon colored felt. Labels inside include Holland & Holland Ltd. logo w/ address. Also has label w/ loading & instructions for Royal Hammerless Ejector Gun & S# 33030/33031. Bbl. compartments measure approx. 27 1/2” inside. Case includes keys. CONDITION: case has light wear, scuffing & handling marks which appear to be from years of careful use. 2) LEATHER COVERED FITTED 2 SHOTGUN CASE. Measures approx. 32” X 6” X 7 1/2”. Marked on top “Pierce”. Green felt interior will accommodate approx. 30” bbls. Keys are not present. Has external leather straps which appear to be later addition. CONDITION: case is in good serviceable condition w/ light wear & handling marks. Leather straps have notable wear & flexing. 3) FITTED BROWN LEATHER GUN CASE. Measures 29” X 5 1/2” X 7 1/2”. Lockable. Keys are not present. Case is marked in ink “James Purdey & Sons” “The Purdey Lightweight”. Inside label is Henry Atkin Ltd. (from Purdey’s). Maroon felt lining. Will accept bbls. approx. 26” long. CONDITION: case has wear & handling marks. Rectangular area on top due to removal of nameplate. Leather straps are dry & flexing. 4) BROWN LEATHER FITTED GUN CASE FOR SINGLE GUN. Marked underneath lock “V PURDEY LIGHTWEIGHT”. Initials on top are RLP. Inside lined w/ purple felt. Label has been removed. Will accommodate approx. 26” bbls. CONDITION: case has moderate wear, dents & scratches. Leather straps appear to be replacements & has missing ends. Handle appears to be replacement. 5) UNMARKED LEATHER CASE FOR SINGLE/DOUBLE SHOTGUN. Case is similar to “leg o’ mutton” style but untapered. Opens at both ends & accommodates approx. 28” bbl. Lined w/ green felt. CONDITION: case is well worn w/ scuffing & flexing. Shoulder strap is present. Closure strap on one end is broken. (02-16168/RW). $300-400.
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Session 2 | May 7, 2022 2766. GOOD QUALITY MAHOGANY CASE FOR LONG BBL. PERCUSSION GUN. Well made case measures 38” by 9 5/8” by 3 1/4” deep has keylock & pivoting hook closure. Corners have brass band reinforcement. Interior is lined in purple velvet. Bottom compartment has space for powder & shot flasks & other accessories. Case will accept bbls. up to 36” long. CONDITION: good, exterior w/ old varnish finish has remnants of old paper label. Interior cloth is good w/ rubs & light soiling. Partitions are good. Cloth is patched in 2 places in bbl. channel. One hook an iron replacement. (02-16296/MGM). $200-300.
2767. 2 WALTHAM MASS & 2 EUROPEAN POCKET WATCHES WITH COLT & PARKER BROS. ADVERTISING. 1) AMERICAN WATCH CO. GRADE APPLETON, TRACY. & CO. MODEL 1857 FOR COLT. S# AA78 (CASE) & (449343) MECHANISM. Mfg. around 1870’s, this pocket watch is size 18S w/ a 2 1/4” diameter. Pocket watch showing Roman numeral clock having Colt Fire-Arms Manufacturing advertisement w/ Rampant Colts. Sterling silver case w/ floral motifs on back. S# on glass front lid, back lid & internals lid is also marked “ 4* “. Internal lid has hole for winding watch, key included for winding. Internal plates are bronze w/ scroll highlights engraved “Fogg’s Patent”, “WALTHAM, MASS”, & “Appleton Tracy & Co.”. CONDITION: Functional. Silvered has cleaned w/ motifs on back lid partially faded; reacquiring tarnish. 1 minor chip on front glass. Latching is secure. 2) SWISS POCKET WATCH FOR COLT. S# 306347. This pocket watch is 3 7/8” diameter w/ silver case & bronze appearing crown. Back lid & internal lid marked “ARGENTAN”. External lid marked “SWISS” & sm. scratched “uc5116”. Internal lid marked H, along w/ scratched “7475 / 6/0” & “9/16” marker indicating repair. Glass topped lid to internal components. Adj. hand for “FA” or “SR”. Glass front has Arabic numeral clock showing advertisement for Colt Patent Fire-Arms Manufacturing Co. along w/ 2 Rampant Colts. CONDITION: functional w/ previous repair. Good overall appearance w/ handling marks & patina. Front cover show series of dents along glass line. 3) AMERICAN WALTHAM WATCH CO. MODEL 1883 GRADE # 3 INTERNAL POCKET WATCH WITH GRADE # 35 SILVER CASE FOR PARKER BROS. S# 4410358 (INTERNAL) & 5718707 (CASE). Mfg. about 1890’s, this pocket watch is size 18S w/ a 2 1/4” diameter. Threaded glass front cover has “THE PARKER GUN “Old Reliable” advertising w/ Roman numeral clock & 3 hands. Threaded back lid has hand “jeweling” w/ “FAHYS ORE SILVER NO1” rounded on back w/ Feb. 19th, 1884 patent date. Internal components have brass plates, fire blued screws, adjustable speed lever & marked “American Waltham / Watch Co.” & “SAFETY PINION”. Chain loop has leather strap & “DEAD SHOT POWDER” medallion. CONDITION: In need of repairs as crown will not wind the spring. Good overall appearance w/ patina & handling marks on silver. 4) EUROPEAN SILVER POCKET WATCH FOR PARKER BROS. S# 36537. This Size 18S pocket watch has 2 1/4” diameter. The silver case has a matching S# on back lid & internal plate w/ partially obscured S# on internal lid. Lids have “AW” in shield stamp, “M” proof, single bear proof Crown appearing rose gold w/ leather strapped “DEAD SHOT POWDER” medallions having mallard enamel disk. CONDITION: Functional. Internal lid has “1/17” & “1-2017” ink marking indicating previous repair w/ polishing marks. Latch button will secure lightly, but can no be depressed for opening. Background plate for watch has lg. cracks. Good overall condition w/ light handling marks & patina. (02-16619-1/MD). $400-800. 331
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2768. 4 POCKET WATCHES ADVERTISING FOR WESTLEY RICHARDS & W.W. GREENER. All are approx. 2 3/4” diameter w/ glass fronts. 1) SWISS THE “ATLAS” WATCH. S# 603183. Has matching numbered case. CONDITION: appears functional w/ good overall appearance having light marks & patina. 2) INTERNAL CLOCK has no maker’s name or S#, however case has S# 912. CONDITION: while some internal components are functional, hands are not moving & are in need of repair. Fair overall external appearance w/ chipped glass, dents & patina. 3) INTERNAL CLOCK has no maker’s name or S#, case has S# 3070189. CONDITION: non functional. Fair appearance w/ chipped glass, patina, & dents. 4) Case latch is stuck & will not open. CONDITION: appears functional. Good overall appearance w/ patina & marks. Face is cracked through hand pins. (02-16619-2/MD). $400-800.
2769. ADVERTISING POCKET WATCHES & WRIST WATCH FOR BOSS & CO. & HOLLAND & HOLLAND. Watches are held in a 15” x 8 1/2” x 1 1/2” case w/ green 12 compartment interior. 1) SWISS ARGENTAN “DOXA” POCKET WATCH. Approx. 2 1/2” in diameter. Case has S# 366314. CONDITION: appears functional. Good overall appearance w/ patina & handling marks. 2) DF&C. Internal clock has no S#, but case has S# 577304 along w/ “01/17” red ink repair date. Exterior of case on back has ornamental motif w/ rose gold accents & floral highlights. Black leather wrist straps. CONDITION: While internal parts appear functional, hands are not missing, in need of repair. Good overall appearance w/ patina. Wrist straps appear good w/ loosening adhesive at loop ends. 3) SWISS GALA FERRIERE NO. 88 N22. S# 42823. CONDITION: appears functional. Good overall appearance w/ chips to glass, patina & marks. (02-16619-3/MD). $300-600.
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