Fall 2023 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction - Day 2

Session 2 ~ Saturday

Premier Firearms Auction

Antiques & Auctions Inc.

Fall 2023

November

Preview Dates:

November

Nick Poulin President nick@poulinauctions.com

Jackie Julia General Manager jackie@poulinauctions.com

Jeff Zimba Class III / NFA Specialist jzimba@poulinauctions.com

Dave Sanders Chief Firearms Consultant dsanders@poulinauctions.com

Robert French Chief Edged Weapons, Militaria & Early Firearms Consultant bfrench@poulinauctions.com

James Julia Advisor, Consultant, & Auctioneer jamesjulia@poulinauctions.com

Katya Tilton Sales Coordinator katyat@poulinauctions.com

Ben Higgins Consignment Sales Associate benh@poulinauctions.com

Ralph Wood Firearms Consultant rwood@poulinauctions.com

John Sexton Civil War Sales Coordinator, Appraiser, & Consultant civilwar@poulinauctions.com

Bill Taylor Firearms Consultant btaylor@poulinauctions.com

Leonardo M. Antaris, MD Independent Firearms Specialist & Consultant

Andy Ireland IT Specialist aireland@poulinauctions.com

Neil Whitcomb Firearms Consultant nwhitcomb@poulinauctions.com

Matt Ducharme Firearms Cataloger mattd@poulinauctions.com

Marc Cammack Firearms Cataloger Myles Welsh Firearms Cataloger

Antiques & Auctions Inc.

Session 2

Auction Dates

November 3rd, 2023 10:00am ~ lots 1001 – 1690

November 4th, 2023 10:00am ~ lots 2001 – 2602

November 5th, 2023 10:00am ~ lots 3001 – 3689

November 6th, 2023 10:00am ~ lots 4001 – 4618

Previews

November 1st, 2023 ~ 9:00AM – 5:00PM

November 2nd, 2023 ~ 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Auction Days ~ Doors open at 8:00AM

In Loving Memory

Hall of Fame Auctioneer

Arthur Julia & Lilla Julia

We are pleased to announce the renewed partnership with the world-famous auctioneer... James

D. Julia!

His expertise and experience in marketing and achieving the best results for high end quality firearms & collectibles will help continue to grow our firm into the leading specialty firearms auctioneer in the world.

THE POULIN & JULIA FAMILY

•

Reputation

Continuation of the sterling reputation for honest, straight forward business relationship with both buyers and sellers alike that catapulted the Poulin & Julia family to the forefront of the firearms auction industry.

•

The Best Rates In The Industry

The Poulin & Julia family provides the most competitive commission rates in the industry. Including 0% or better seller’s commission on expensive items and valuable collections. In many cases our consignors have netted thousands, and in some cases hundreds of thousands of dollars more than what they would have achieved if they had gone with other auctioneers’ standard rates.

• Finest Expertise

We utilize over 250 years of combined professional consultant experience and an additional three-generations of marketing expertise of nearly $1 BILLION in combined total sales experience by the Poulin & Julia Family. This benefits both the buyers and sellers as it ensures the sellers get the maximum return for their goods and the buyers can trust the descriptions to be accurate and honest.

• Unique Auction Description Guarantee

We utilize honest, knowledgeable and detailed descriptions with the most comprehensive guarantee, building the highest level of confidence from bidders and generating the greatest return for consignors.

• Presentation

Building interest and enthusiasm from potential bidders is crucial for achieving the maximum value for our consignors. Utilizing the finest detailed photography, catalog design and state of the art auction facility generates the highest level of excitement from potential bidders & the best results for your collectibles.

• Consignors First

Our business model functions through our consignors’ interests. On only a rare occasion do we sell items that we own. Almost everything that we offer comes directly from consignors. This aligns all our interests with the consignors and focuses our attention on promoting and marketing their goods with their best interests in mind.

• Additional Poulin & Julia Family Benefits

Fully insured, numerous bidding options available, complimentary consignment pick up for expensive items and valuable collections, massive client base of international and domestic clientele & extremely aggressive marketing campaign.

If you are interested in more information about consigning a single item or an entire collection,

jamesjulia@poulinauctions.com

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Our company’s roots in honesty and integrity were planted nearly 70 years ago with the auction family’s founders, Arthur and 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 and 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 companies began holding auctions in conjunction with one another, 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.

Jeannine Poulin Stephen Poulin Treasurer

Arthur & Lilla Julia Founders

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.

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 ultralow seller’s commission.

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 and team that has been instrumental in developing our business, & thank you to my mother and father for everything that you have done to get us to where we are today.

Sincerely,

Nick Poulin

ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS Spring Premier Auction

May 2024

If you are interested in more information about consigning a single item or an entire collection, we would very much like to discuss with you the methods and strategies to generate you, the consignor, the greatest return.

THE POULIN & JULIA FAMILY DIFFERENCE

•

Reputation

Continuation of the sterling reputation for honest, straight forward business relationship with both buyers and sellers alike that catapulted the Poulin & Julia family to the forefront of the firearms auction industry.

• The Best Rates In The Industry

The Poulin & Julia family provides the most competitive commission rates in the industry. Including 0% or better seller’s commission on expensive items and valuable collections. In many cases our consignors have netted thousands, and in some cases hundreds of thousands of dollars more than what they would have achieved if they had gone with other auctioneers’ standard rates.

• Finest Expertise

We utilize over 250 years of combined professional consultant experience and an additional three-generations of marketing expertise of nearly $1 BILLION in combined total sales by the Poulin & Julia Family. This benefits both the buyers and sellers as it ensures the sellers get the maximum return for their goods and the buyers can trust the descriptions to be accurate and honest.

• Unique Auction Description Guarantee

We utilize honest, knowledgeable and detailed descriptions with the most comprehensive guarantee, building the highest level of confidence from bidders and generating the greatest return for consignors.

•

Presentation

Building interest and enthusiasm from potential bidders is crucial for achieving the maximum value for our consignors. Utilizing the finest detailed photography, catalog design and state of the art auction facility generates the highest level of excitement from potential bidders & the best results for your collectibles.

• Consignors First

Our business model functions through our consignors’ interests. On only a rare occasion do we sell items that we own. Almost everything that we offer comes directly from consignors. This aligns all our interests with the consignors and focuses our attention on promoting and marketing their goods with their best interests in mind.

• Additional Poulin & Julia Family Benefits

Fully insured, numerous bidding options available, complimentary consignment pick up for expensive items and valuable collections, massive client base of international and domestic clientele & extremely aggressive marketing campaign.

Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions Please Read

1. 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.

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 as 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. 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 preowned, 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.

3. 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 at a later date.

4. 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 resale certificate. 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.

Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions

Please Read

5. BUYERS PREMIUM 21% 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 3.5% discount is given to those paying by Cash, Money Order or Pre-approved Check, Wire.

5A. Poulin Live Internet Bidding Platform Participants: Participation through Poulin live internet bidding platform incurs an additional 1% fee based on the hammer price for the lots that bidders are successful on.

5B. Proxibid, I-Collector, Invaluable, Auction Zip & Live Auctioneers are internet bidding services that are provided by separate companies that hosts our auctions. There is a 3% charge to use their services. This amount is added to the Buyer’s Premium on your invoice.

Buyer’s Premium Breakdown

Fee

INTERNET PLATFORM BIDDERS:

Who are Using Proxibid, Auction Zip, Invaluable, I-Collector, Live Auctioneers - There is a 3% Charge to use their Services

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.

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.

8. PAYMENT: All items are to be paid for in United States American Funds. 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.

Firearms

Buyer Terms & Conditions Please Read

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.

9. 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. 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.

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.

1. According to the ATF lawyer in Boston – if you are representing some other FFL as an agent, you must have the following to qualify:

2. You must have a letter from the FFL Holder you are representing.

3. Your agent letter must be on the company’s letterhead.

4. Must be typed.

5. Must be signed by the FFL Holder.

6. Must be accompanied by a copy of the FFL.

7. Must state that you are an employee for the FFL Holder.

8. 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.

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. are 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.

Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions

Please Read

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: 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.

* 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.

Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions Please Read

* 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 participating through the same method or platform.

* 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.

* 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.

* 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

Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions Please Read

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

15. INTERNET BIDDING: Live internet bidding is available with Auctionzip.com, Invaluable.com, Proxibid.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 added to 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, & 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.

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

Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions

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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. U.S. 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 IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE AUCTION MAY BE DIFFICULT TO ANSWER. We apologize, but a large volume of customers pick up merchandise on these days and all personnel are handling them.

19. SHIPPING: 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, 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 an additional 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 $8 for the first $800 and 95 cents PER each $100.00 after $800. 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: Carrier cost plus 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 that it is too fragile or bulky to be done safely. (i.e. Bronzes, frames, delicate and/or oversized items, etc.)

*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.

Firearms Buyer Terms & Conditions

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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 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

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.

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.

Remember, it is your responsibility, prior to the purchase, to make certain that you may legally purchase and possess a Class III gun or item.

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.

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.

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.

NRA Antique Firearm Conditions Standards

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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”.

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.

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.

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, strong rifling or smooth bore with moderate pitting.

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. 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.

7. 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.

“Mechanics need attention” means that there is something wrong that requires attention before the firearm can be effectively used.

Consultants for Poulin’s Firearms Auctions

James Julia, Neil Whitcomb, Bob French, Dave Sanders, Bill Taylor, Jeff Zimba, John Sexton, Malcom MacGregor, Leonardo Antaris, Ralph Wood, Ron Gabel, Matt Ducharme, Myles Welch and Marc Cammack 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 error has been made please notify us and we will make necessary corrections.

Neil Whitcomb Ralph Wood

Dave Sanders Robert French Jeff Zimba John Sexton

Bill Taylor

Malcom MacGregor James Julia Matt Ducharme

Marc Cammack Myles Welsh

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

Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel (207) 873-0111

Fireside Inn & Suites (207) 873-3335

Holiday Inn Express & Suites (207) 873-2777

Hampton Inn (207) 873-0400

Lockwood Hotel (207) 660-0120

Airports

Bangor International Airport (50 Min. North)

Waterville Airport (10 Min. South)

Augusta Airport (30 Min. South)

Portland International Airport (60 Min. South)

American

Governor’s Restaurant

356 Main St. Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-0677

Purple Cow

6 Skowhegan Rd Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 453-1371

Flatlanda Diner

224 Skowhegan Rd Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 238-9300 ~ Closes 2pm

Five Guys

373 Main St Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 313-5458

Applebee’s

249 Kennedy Memorial Drive Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-6702

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

Deli

BIG G’s

581 Benton Ave Winslow, ME 04901 (207) 873-7808

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

Restaurants

Specialty Dining

Front and Main

9 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 660-0130

Meridians

166 Main Street Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 742-0036

OPA

139 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207)859-3103

Heritage House 182 Madison Avenue Skowhegan, ME 04976 (207) 474-5100

The Oak Table & Bar 233 Water St, Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 812-0727

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

Mainely Brews

One Post Office Square Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-2457

O’Brien’s Irish Restaurant & Pub 375 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-0111

Mexican

Buen Apetito 99 W River Rd. Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 861-4649

Cancun Mexican Restaurant 14 Silver St. Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-7400

SHIPPING INFORMATION

ALL ITEMS MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE THEY WILL BE SHIPPED, THIS IN c LUDES SHIPPING/HANDLING c HARGES.

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 carrier cost charged by your choice of carrier such as FedEx or USPS.

(b) Insurance - $8.00 for the first $800 and 95¢ per each $100.00 after $800.

(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.

INSURANcE

Insurance – We use an outside insurance company to insure packages and the charge for insurance is $8.00 for the first $800 and 95¢ per each $100.00 after $800 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 PAI d B y WIRE TRA n SFER OR CERTIFIE d BA nk CHEC k I n U.S. FU nd S.

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.

SURE

www.simpsonltd.com

PH: 309-342-5800

41 DYNAMIc DR ScARBOROUGH, ME 04074 1-800-335-9996 (US cALLS ONLY) 00-1-207-797-3096 (FOREIGN cALLS) www.sureexpressworldwide.com

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 four 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.

Tel #:1-800-872-4406 / 207-453-2114

Fax #: 1-207-453-2192

Email: info@poulinauctions.com

*** By completing the above information, I agree to abide by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. “Firearms, Terms & Conditions to the Buyer” as found on Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc website as well as in their catalog. Furthermore, I agree that if I do not make full payment within 18 days from last day of auction, that I authorize Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. to charge my credit card the full payment due them for my purchases.

*** I, ________________________________(Sign your name), desire to bid on the following items in Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. upcoming auction. The bids submitted by me are to be executed by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. up to, but not exceeding, the amount(s) specified on the bid sheet. (This amount does not include the Buyer’s Premium). I understand that all my bids will be executed and accepted subject to Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. “Firearms, Terms & Conditions to the Buyer”.

Please use the following card for my: Invoice____ Shipping____

Name on CC: ____________________________________________________________________

Address associated with CC:____________________________________________________________

Street Address _______________________________City_______________________State _______ Zip Code ________

Credit Card # __________________________________________________________ Exp. _______________

V # ( found on back of card) __________________ Type of Card : Visa ___MC ___ Disc ___ or Amer. Exp ___

Your Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________

Your signature is required above to pay by credit card.

Any purchases not paid in full within 18 days of sale will be charged to buyer’s credit card.

SHIPPING METHOD

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.

**** 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 or safety. 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.

• Articles in the NRA’s American Rifleman magazine

leonardo M. Antaris, Md

Independent Firearms Consultant & Cataloger with Poulin Auctions

Terms & Conditions

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

Magnificent Mausers, an Exploration of Unusual Pistols and Carbines, Feb 2018

In the Beginning: Semiautomatic Pistols of the 19th Century, Jan 2018

Chinese Broomhandles, Mar 2013

Spanish Broomhandles, Oct 2010

The Astra M400 (1921), Dec 2008

Publications and Achievements

• Co-authored textbook Vickers Guide: SIG SAUER (Vol. 1), 2020

• Published textbook Astra Firearms and Selected Competitors, 2009

• Published textbook Star Firearms, 2001

• Published textbook Astra Automatic Pistols, 1988

The Sladen Family

The Sladen family military archive is massive, starting with 3 generations of American heroes spanning the Civil War through current day. Service in the military has been a time honored tradition in America since the Revolutionary War and before. While patriotism has attracted many soldiers, only but a few make careers through all the trials and tribulations associated with military life.

• Joseph Sladen (1841-1911) started a military dynasty of 100 years, not a lot different from Lee or MacArthur, though more anonymous. This began with his volunteer Civil War service as a regimental clerk. This “clerk” would leave his tent and personally rally retreating troops at the Battle of Resaca, GA and receive the Congressional Medal of Honor for his actions.

• His son, Fred Winchester Sladen, was a graduate from US Military Academy at West Point where Joseph was stationed during his post-Civil War military career as aide de camp to Superintendent General OO Howard. Fred Sladen would have a long military career including attaining the rank of Major General and winning every award possible, with the exception of MOH during WW1. Fred Sladen would be long time superintendent of West Point procuring Robert E Lee’s bed when he was Superintendent of West Point 1852-1855 among the massive artifacts collected in his long military career. This bed is being offered as lot #3396.

• Major General Sladen’s son Fred Winchester Sladen, Jr would also graduate from West Point, retiring in 1959 as a Brigadier General.

• Joseph Sladen Bradley, another grandson of Joseph Sladen, graduated West Point in 1919 retiring in 1956 with the rank of Major General.

• Caroline Sladen married USMA graduate John J. Bradley who retired with the rank of Brigadier General in 1926.

• Joseph Sladen’s only son, who did not embark on a military career, did serve as Major during WW1 in the Army Medical Corps. An outstanding physician, he founded the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.

• The Sladen daughters married into other, older American families and archives date back to 18th century. Other grandchildren kept military careers alive as will be discovered in the 8000+ items in this incredible archive.

The archive is broken down into 25 lots and offered somewhat chronologically with the exception of the Captured North Korean Generals pistol which is being sold in Day 1 as lot 1268.

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.

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Jerry Senter (1938-2023)

“Old Goat Gun Trader”

Born in 1938, Jerry lived his entire life on the same sheep farm in southwest Oklahoma. He travelled across the country in the 1950’s showing his Southdown sheep professionally His obvious love for the sheep-life lasted him a lifetime. On his farm, Jerry built a feedlot, raising and selling many breeds from coast to coast. As time passed, Jerry became one of the first farmers to obtain Boer goats when they were introduced into the United States from their southern Africa place of origin.

When Jerry was 9, he received a gift from his Grandfather, his very first rifle. This extraordinary gift triggered a lifelong love that molded Jerry into the man he became. For those fortunate enough to know Jerry and call him friend, they also called him the “Old Goat Gun Trader”.

Jerry became an entrepreneur of antique guns and a member of many gun clubs. His favorites were the Winchester 1873 together with Colt pistols. He followed this passion that drove him and as such, Jerry travelled for many years to gun shows all over the United States selling and trading rifles and pistols. He was well known at the shows and knew the answer to most gun questions that were asked of him.

Jerry loved to talk to anyone who would listen about his many lifetime adventures and share in his experiences. Jerry will be greatly missed at the shows but will always remain as “Old Goat Gun Trader”.

Poulin Firearms is exceptionally honored to have the opportunity to bring to auction the personal collection of Jerry Senter. We hope that you enjoy Jerry’s collection as much as he did and remember that we are all temporary custodians of these fine firearms.

Dale Benscoter

Growing up in an extended hunting and fishing family in northeastern Pennsylvania, Dale learned the ways of responsible gun and rod sportsmanship from his uncles and cousins from his early years. After his parents moved to central New Jersey, as a teen Dale continued to hunt and fish, and as a young adult, he became involved with several local hunt clubs—Shoshone Rod and Gun Club and 300 Game Club, among them—both of which he later led as president, positions he held for many years until the clubs were dissolved.

Dale belonged to the Winchester Arms Collectors Association, Forks of the Delaware Historical Firearms Society, Marlin Firearms Collector Association, New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs and several others gun owner-related groups. Often with his wife Sandra, he attended national and local gun shows, interested in meeting others with a similar passion for historical firearms and wanting to contribute the knowledge he acquired throughout his many years of collecting. He purchased and read countless books and articles, discussed them with other collectors and diligently applied what he learned as he built his collection. Eventually, he concentrated his interests in Winchester’s Models 42 and 12, especially those with engravings, carvings and elegant wood. Dale felt these pieces were not only utilitarian objects but also beautiful works of art to be admired and revered for their history.

Dale’s collecting extended well beyond firearms and into numbered Winchester authorized pen knives; hundreds of brochures, post cards, envelopes, gun oil cans and match books; display cases of boxed 22 caliber shells; and other related items. He loved to share his finds (and treasures) and their history with his family, friends and interested acquaintances.

Dale married Sandra in 1960. They had three children–John, Jessie Ann and James. In 1968, Dale and Sandra purchased their forever home in the historic neighborhood of Somerville, New Jersey, and raised their family there. In 1979, they bought Garden State Floor Tile Co., a wholesale flooring company, and together, they continued the business for 34 years.

Dale passed away in 2013. He hoped his collection or any part of it, when it was eventually sold, would make new owners as excited and proud as he was to have it in their possession. Things of beauty are to be shared with others.

RICK HUDAK

gathered at the arsenal at Harpers Ferry during the early decades of the 19th century can be clearly seen in these pistols and other arms created there.

Joseph Perkin, who honed his gunsmithing talents during the Revolution at the Rappahannock Forge in Virginia, became the most respected master gunsmith in Philadelphia by July 4th, 1788. In 1798 he was appointed superintendent of the “new” armory and arsenal being built at Harpers Ferry. He called upon contacts he had made in and around Philadelphia (Pennsylvania Dutch craftsman) to come to Harpers Ferry. These were the finest gunsmiths to be found anywhere in the New World. Perkin’s hand can be seen in the construction and fine silhouettes of the M1803 Rifle and the M1805 Pistol. Many consider them the most aesthetically attractive martial arms of all time.

While pursuing his interest in (and collecting) pre–Civil War US martial arms, Rick Hudak made a curious discovery. John Brown, the abolitionist considered by many historians to be “the most controversial 19th-Century American”, had lived for four years in Richfield, Ohio – where Hudak has lived most of his life – and where four of Brown’s children are buried in a cemetery located just across the street from Hudak’s home.

Hudak learned that Brown’s raid on the Harpers Ferry federal armory in 1859 was the climax of his antislavery actions and played a major role in the start of the Civil War. However, it was Brown’s occupation of the arsenal that exposed Hudak, a Civil War era gun collector, to the quality and historical significance of firearms made at Harpers Ferry. Passionately collecting them ever since, Hudak has forged friendships with some of the most avid collectors and knowledgeable experts of Harpers Ferry firearms. It was from these collectors that Hudak was able to acquire lists, one dating back to 1932, of known M1805 Harpers Ferry pistols, their locations, conditions, and serial numbers.

Interested in obtaining an example of one of these pistols, and finding no extensive information since Stuart Brown’s book, “The Guns of Harpers Ferry” published in 1968, Hudak began compiling a detailed and methodical listing of information for his own pleasure and reference. Combining the lists into one and adding to it, along with the dozens of high-resolution photos, and feedback from sharing this information, it became the inspiration for Hudak’s book “Harpers Ferry Arsenal and Joseph Perkin”.

Since its publication it has been well received among collectors and has become the “go to” source of information particularly for Harpers Ferry Model 1805 pistols. These firearms were hand made exclusively at Harpers Ferry, and only during the years 1806- 1808. There were only 4.096 produced and are highly collectable. The incredible skill of the truly gifted artisans

Deciding to de-access a portion of his private collection, Rick has entrusted Poulin’s Antiques and Auctions, Inc. to find new homes for his fine arms found in this auction- including select M1805 Harpers Ferry pistols. To find out more about this subject we encourage a visit to Hudak’s website Harpersferryarsenal.com.

Raymond Esola

Raymond Esola was born in Oakland, California. Because he suffered from asthma as a child, his family relocated from the city to the very small Northern California community of Cordelia, in the heart of the fabled Suisun Marsh, in the Pacific Flyway and widely known for its incredible duck hunting. Thus began Ray’s love affair with shooting. In the absence of a dog at his father’s duck club, he and his little brother were assigned the task of wading out in the characteristic shallow expanses of the ponds of the marsh and picking up the ducks. As he grew, he learned to shoot from his dad and also under the tutelage of the duck club keeper, a former market hunter on the San Francisco Bay who Ray always said was the finest wingshot he ever knew.

At an early age, Ray proved himself to be a naturally gifted shooter. He excelled at rifle and pistol competitions as a youth, but his true love and talent was as a hunter of both birds and big game. He developed into an extraordinary wingshot and an excellent duck caller. Ray appreciated and enjoyed the year round aspects of bird hunting, including pond management and blind construction. He successfully competed internationally in live bird shoots sanctioned by FITASC. His favorite big game experience was tracking and hunting the elusive mule deer in the Western states, primarily Colorado.

Raymond met and married his wife Christine, who became a medical doctor. They lived in San Antonio, Texas where their son Alex was born, then settled happily in Colorado. Along the way, Christine learned to shoot and assisted Ray in his gun collecting ventures. The whole family enjoyed shooting and hunting together.

Ray’s appreciation, knowledge and love for fine firearms grew from his vast experience with hunting as well as clay shooting, both trap and sporting clays. He started collecting firearms about 45 years ago, slowly accumulating pieces that interested him the most. Ray had a great respect for the beauty and function of

high grade shotguns, having enjoyed them in the field for many years. He was also fascinated by the contribution of firearms to the history of the development of the United States, leading to his interest in Colts and Winchesters.

Raymond took great pleasure in the experience of building his collection, and we are very proud to present his beautiful firearms.

Jon R. Thomas

(October 13, 1952 – March 15, 2023)

Known as Mr. Gun Sport, he was born at Georgetown Hospital in Washington, D.C., delivered, according to his mother, by the same doctor who delivered JFK.

Jon was the only child of Anna Mae (Taylor) Thomas and Robert Wilbur Thomas. He spent his first 12 years in Arlington, Virginia, a stone’s throw from D.C., where his mother worked at the Pentagon.

Jon recounted many stories about roaming the halls of the Pentagon on Saturdays and going through the filing offices where he read autopsy reports and looked through official biographies of Medal of Honor recipients. He would say that security was such that if his mom had wanted to sneak out any kind of documents in his Boy Scout yucca rucksack, she could have.

During the Cuban Missile Crisis, Ann and Jon pulled up stakes and headed to Randolph Air Force Base and bought a home in Schertz, Texas. It was there that Jon realized his dream of living in the wide-open spaces of Texas, complete with rattlesnakes, prairie dogs, cow skulls, and tumbleweeds.

Jon missed half his sixth-grade year due to mono. It was Ann Thomas to the rescue with a copy of The Shooter’s Bible and a copy of Gun Digest. Jon devoured them cover to cover and committed all gun knowledge to memory. He worked and saved two years to purchase a Belgian Auto-5 shotgun and a Savage 99 rifle in .270. During his high school years, he worked on a survey team so he could carry a .357 revolver.

He graduated early to enlist at seventeen in the Marine Corps. It was the tail end of Viet Nam. When the Drill Instructors at Camp Lejeune saw what an excellent marksman he was, they kept him stateside to train recruits in riflery. He was honorably discharged with the rank of -5 which he referred to as a “glorified grunt”.

After the Marines, Jon went to Sam Houston State University where he majored in playing pool and decided that college was not for him. He ended up clerking and gunsmithing at the Sportsman’s Bailiwick in San Antonio’s Alamo Heights area and progressed through the ranks. He started Thomas and Barrett Fine Guns in 1978 when he was twenty-six. When the partnership dissolved, Jon put his credentials out for hire. That brought him to Odessa in 1984 to manage The Sportsman’s Den on Andrews Highway. It was there that a young cowgirl came in to buy a rifle-and Jon was smitten. She was the first gal he had met who knew the difference between a rifle and a shotgun. He married Dolly Donaldson in September of 1985 (much to her sisters’ dismay) and they have shared a life of love and adventure for 37 years.

When Jon was handed his pink slip in 1989. It was no problemGun Sport Ltd. was born on a napkin in the kitchen of a small house on Crescent Drive. He made the gun show circuit-Houston, San Antonio, Denver, Las Vegas, Tulsa, Nashville-to acquire

inventory. building, and sales were by appointment only because of his gun show schedule.

A few years later he bought the larger building at Dixie and University where he opened a full retail showroom with normal business hours. Jon’s 1975 brown and white Chevy Blazer was the “Open” sign. Jon loved buying and selling quality firearms and educating anyone who was willing to learn about the shooting sports.

Jon was also a Life-Member of TGCA, #261, and was well known in the collector community. His knowledge and friendship will be missed, but his spirit carries on in those who he touched.

In 1993, after seven years together, Jon and Dolly welcomed Miss Sarah Ruth, a blue-eyed blonde-headed baby who looked just like her “Papa.”. His philosophy of child rearing was to lecture loudly and carry a big ice cream scoop.

On was an avid reader and history scholar. He studied the tactics of generals, the policies of diplomats, and the rudiments and progressions of civilizations. His keen memory kept a catalogue of historical figures, dates and places, and film quotes. It could be said that he was a Renaissance man. Jon Thomas enjoyed many hunting activities, but he especially loved upland bird hunting, travelling widely to pursue dove, quail, and Hungarian partridge. Though he shot all gauges well, he excelled with his personal favorite – a Grulla Armas matched pair in .28 and .410.

In 2019 Jon was diagnosed with Stage 4 renal failure and began 3 ½ years of dialysis. He kept his spirits high by electing evening dialysis so he could work at Gun Sport during the day. His recent 19-day hospital stay began with a blood infection that led to heart failure.

Jon had no trouble expressing his love for family and friends. He was a God-honoring man.

Jon leaves us with no question of his love. Semper Fidelis. Gun Sport Ltd. was a staple in the industry not to just those in Texas, but across the country. Poulin Firearms is exceptionally honored to have been selected to bring these firearms to public auction.

Jon R. Thomas

(October 13, 1952 – March 15, 2023)

The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd.

Owned by Jon R. Thomas

Zlatoust Engraving Art of Russia

The techniques and innovations of this art form have reached a pinnacle in the production of the knives offered for auction here today.

The technique using gold, silver, brass, and nickel in engraving on steel and ornamented with jewels and enamels is on full display in each of the knives and dagger being offered.

Founded in 1754 in the Ural Mountains in Russia, the Group opened an armory in 1815 which produced a variety of blade weapons including swords, knives, and daggers. At this time, Pavel Petruvich Anosov (1795-1851) a metallurgist and scientist arrived in the Zlatoust Region working with the Russian state mining and foundry operations; one of which was Zlatoust foundry and factory. Pavel rediscovered the formula for producing Damask steel. The process was lost again in 1906 but once more rediscovered and is now used in the blades of the Zlatoust Company.

The Schaaf brothers of Germany were master engravers responsible for improvements in the ability to apply various metals to form the inlaid and engraved artwork displayed in several museums and churches in the regions of Russia and Europe. Their work became part of the Zlatoust Company and have been developed to new heights of beauty and perfection. Ivan Bushuyev; a student of the Schaaf brothers, perfected a method for engraving that revolutionized the way in which the artwork could be bonded to the steel blade and further engraved, giving a three dimensional effect.

These are some of the discoveries and experiments that resulted in the unique and artistic examples you see here today. These knives are available in limited, and often one of a kind, exhibition quality. We hope you are successful in acquiring one of these investment pieces.

Please see the following lot numbers; Lot 1591, Lot 1592, Lot 1593, Lot 1594, Lot 1595, Lot 1596, Lot 1597, and Lot 1598 to view these exquisite and highly detailed Zlatoust knives being offered in this sale.

The Lifelong Collection of Glen E. Mattox

Glen Earl Mattox, Jr., was born May 3, 1944 in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, the son of Glen and Chloe Mattox. He passed away August 5, 2022 in Missoula, Montana at the age of 78.

After graduating from Kellogg High School in 1962, Glen joined the Army. After serving his Country for six years, he attended North Idaho College. After that, he worked for the telephone company, and was then employed by the Forest Service. In 1980, he married Hanh Nguyen.

Glen’s introduction to the gun world began at the young age of 15 when he was caught sneaking into his first gun show in Coeur d’Alene, ID. From that moment, he was hooked, and this quickly became a passion that would last his entire lifetime.

Glen loved wheelin’ & dealin’ and stories were told both by Glen as well as those who knew him. Glen always claimed that he borrowed $75 to buy his first gun which he swore he sold for $150. There are also eye-witness accounts of Glen selling a Gatling gun across the aisle for a 25% profit BEFORE he had purchased the gun from the other side of the aisle.

Glen was a long-time resident and business owner in Post Falls, Idaho. His passion for collecting drove him to create his Antique Gun Shoppe in 1974. He literally started it with nothing, and then gradually morphed it into more of a museum than a shop. Glen enjoyed putting the time and effort into what he loved and, from his hard work on the Gun Show circuit, he earned national recognition as an expert in Antique Arms, Military and Native American Artifacts. As such, Glen was ultimately cited by dozens of published resources in these fields.

Glen’s enthusiasm and knowledge in the field of collecting led him to become a member of many organizations including:

• Washington Arms Collectors Association, Life Member

• Oregon Arms Collectors Assoc.

• Texas Gun Collectors Association

• Colorado Arms Collectors Association

• Antique Bowie Knife Collectors Association

• Ohio Valley Military Society

• National Rifle Association

• Montana Arms Collectors Association

• Dakota Territory Gun Collectors Association

• Weapons Collectors Society of Montana, Charter Life Member

Those who knew Glen, knew he lived life to the fullest, and he lived the life he chose. While traveling to a gun show, he “died with his boots on,” doing what he loved, and at the end, he was surrounded by his loved ones. He wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.

We are all temporary custodians of the relics and items we collect, covet, and surround ourselves with in our collections. We hope that these items from Glen’s collection find the next best caretakers to carry-on through time as this is surely what Glen would have wanted.

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Thomas Mulligan

(1938-2023)

Remembering a Lifetime Passion: The Journey of a Renowned Firearm Collector

Born in the picturesque coastal city of Long Beach, New York in 1938, Thomas Mulligan was a man whose roots were as captivating as the intricate designs etched into the vintage firearms he so treasured. Growing up as the youngest of four siblings, with two elder brothers and a sister, the echo of World War II and the sacrifices of his brothers in service, carved an indelible mark on his young soul.

Amid the gentle chaos of a loving family, where his father wore the proud uniform of a Long Beach police officer and his German immigrant mother nurtured a home infused with the aroma of home-cooked meals, Thomas found his first love - a BB gun that ignited a lifelong passion.

As Thomas blossomed into adulthood, a stint as a dedicated Fire Department lieutenant and the rugged life of an iron worker honed his resilience and focus. Each day was a foray into courage and commitment, attributes that seeped into his escalating interest in antique firearms. The boy who once aimed his BB gun with wide-eyed wonder, now tread the forests of northern New York with the graceful silence of a seasoned hunter.

Yet, it was in the hallowed halls of gun shows and amidst the tight-knit fraternity of clubs like the Northeast Arms Collectors where Thomas truly came alive. Every firearm was a narrative, every etching a sonnet, weaving the intricate tapestry of history, craftsmanship, and valor. Each piece was a relic of a bygone era, echoing the untold stories of soldiers, pioneers, and artisans.

Thomas Mulligan was not just a collector; he was a storyteller, a historian, and an artist who saw beyond the polished wood

and engraved metal. For him, the thrill lay in the chase, the unearthing of rare gems that whispered of times when bravery, honor, and craftsmanship were the unyielding pillars of humanity. Each piece in his esteemed collection is a testament to a lifetime dedicated to the preservation of history, a narrative richly woven, echoing the legacy of a man who saw, in the silent eloquence of antique firearms, the unuttered tales of valor and sacrifice.

As the gavel falls at the upcoming Poulin auction, every bid will be a tribute to Thomas Mulligan, a man who immortalized history through his coveted collection, a narrative that will continue to resonate through time, echoing the passion, honor, and indomitable spirit of a collector like no other.

2001. COLT 3” COMBAT PHYTHON DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# T74160. Bbl. 3” marked “COMBAT PHYTHON/357 MAGNUM CTG”. Revolver originally shipped to Lew Horton Distribution Company in 1988 as a limited run of 498. Red ramp front and fully adjustable rear sights, blued frame, bbl, cyl and trigger. Replacement checkered hard rubber finger groove grips with Colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: correct style maroon Colt box with styrofoam inserts and paperwork. End label is replacement. CONDITION: frame retains 99% reblued finish turning slightly plum. Sideplate, bbl and cyl retain 98% original blue with moderate cyl drag line and 1/8” area of worn finish at right side of muzzle. Grips near excellent. Very good bore. (23-4954/BH). MODERN. $6,000-8,000.

2002. DESIRABLE COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ROYAL BLUE FINISH, 2 1/2” BARREL, BOX, & FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 357 MAG. S# V44667. Bbl. 2 1/2”. Python double action revolver manufactured by Colt in 1979. The left side of the barrel is stamped “PYTHON .357/ .357 MAGNUM CTG.”, with Colt’s 2 line address across the right side. Left side of frame bears the Rampant Colt logo and “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish, with the frame being mounted with 2 piece aftermarket Colt gold medallion checkered wood grips. Vent rib with serrated ramp front sight and adjustable square notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter indicating that this example was 1 of 2 revolvers featuring 2 1/2” barrels and “Royal Blue” finish that were shipped to West Texas Wholesale Supply in Abilene, TX on August 17th of 1979. Also accompanying this revolver is a matching Colt factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: metal components retain the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some mild superficial marks from handling and storage, as well as a mild dragline on the cylinder. Mirror bore, exhibiting some mild firing residue and well defined rifling throughout. Grips are very good overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise is very good. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (231626/MLW). MODERN. $3,500-5,500.

2003. COLT PYTHON HUNTER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# PN05380. Bbl. 8” VR. Ramped serrated front sight w/ orange insert. Adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Mfg. 1995. Blue finish. Pachmayr Presentation grips w/ gold Rampant Colt Medallions.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blued Leupold FX-II 2x20mm handgun scope w/ rings & Burris mount. Scope has duplex crosshair reticle w/ very good optics. Also included is an unnumbered blue factory hardcase w/ foam inserts. CONDITION: grips show light handling wear. Metal retains 98% original blue w/ light drag line on cyl. & scattered dried preservative grease. Very good bore w/ dried grease. (23-4950/MJC). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.

2004. NICKEL PLATED COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH CASE. Cal.

357 Mag. S# K82284. Bbl. 6”. Python double action revolver manufactured by Colt in 1982. The left side of the barrel is stamped “PYTHON 357/

* 357 MAGNUM

CTG. *”, with Colt’s single line address across the right. Left side of frame bears the Rampant Colt logo and “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a nickel plated finish, with the frame being mounted with 2 piece Colt gold medallion checkered wood grips. Blued serrated ramp front sight with blued adjustable square notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Custom Shop wood display case featuring a red felt interior. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory nickel plated finish, exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Cylinder bears a light dragline. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout, with a few traces of what appears to be factory grease. Grips show some light smoothing from handling, but are otherwise excellent. Case shows some mild exterior wear, but is otherwise very good overall. A very nice example of an always desirable Colt Python revolver. (23-4676/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

2005. STAINLESS COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# PY2648. Bbl. 4”. Python double action revolver manufactured by Colt in 1993. The left side of the barrel is stamped “PYTHON .357/ * .357 MAGNUM CTG. *”, with Colt’s single line address stamped across the right. Left side of frame bears the Rampant Colt logo and “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a polished stainless steel finish, with the frame being mounted with 2 piece Colt gold medallion checkered black rubber Pachmayr “Gripper” grips. Vent rib with ramp front sight and adjustable square notch rear sight. CONDITION: metal components are very good overall, exhibiting some mild superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are very good overall. (23-1014/M LW).

2006. STAINLESS COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER. .357 Mag. S# T76775. Bbl. 2 1/2”. Python double action revolver manufactured by Colt in 1988. The left side of the barrel is stamped “PYTHON .357/ .357 MAGNUM CTG.”, with Colt’s 2 line address stamped across the right. Left side of frame bears the Rampant Colt logo and “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a polished stainless steel finish, with the frame being mounted with 1 piece Colt gold medallion checkered black rubber Pachmayr “Gripper” grips. Vent rib, with red painted serrated ramp front sight and adjustable square notch rear sight. CONDITION: metal components are very good overall, exhibiting some mild superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grip is very good overall. (23-1016/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

2007. ENGRAVED COLT CUSTOM SHOP PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY CASE. Cal. 357 Mag. S# PY270844. Bbl. 4 1/4”. Python double action revolver manufactured by Colt. The left side of the barrel is marked “PYTHON .357/ * .357 MAGNUM * “, with the stylized Colt logo followed by Colt’s single line address on the right. Left side of frame exhibits the Rampant Colt logo. Frame and barrel exhibit C+ coverage scroll engraving. Major metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish, with the ramp front sight and adjustable square notch rear sight being blued. Frame is mounted with 2 piece Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory case retaining factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes and exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-2768/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

Medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unnumbered factory hard case w/ foam inserts, stainless Leupold M8-2X extended eye relief scope & mount. Scope has duplex crosshair reticle & very good optics. CONDITION: grips show light handling wear & some dust staining. Metal shows some light scratches, handling marks & a drag line on cyl. Very good plus bright bore. (23-4953/MJC).

2008. SCOPED COLT ANACONDA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# MM22699. Bbl. 8” VR. Ramped serrated front sight w/ orange insert. Adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Mfg. 1992. Stainless finish. Finger groove rubber grips w/ Rampant Colt

MODERN. $2000-3000.

2009. COLT ANACONDA DA REVOLVER.

6” VR w/ full lug. Mfg. 1992. White outline Accro rear sight. Ramped blade front sight w/ orange insert. Stainless finish. Rubber finger groove grips w/ gold rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: grips show light handling wear. Cyl. has a drag line, metal otherwise shows some light scratches & handling wear. Bright near excellent bore. (23-1026/ MJC). MODERN. $1500-2250.

2010. VERY NICE COLT DIAMONDBACK DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# D16115. Bbl. 4”. Diamondback double action revolver manufactured by Colt in 1968. The left side of the barrel is marked “DIAMONDBACK/ .38 SPECIAL CTG.”, with Colt’s single line address across the right. Left side of frame bears the Rampant Colt logo and “VP” proof. Metal components are blued, with the frame being mounted with a Pachmayr black rubber Presentation grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pair of original Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting a few small spots of light wear on either side of the muzzle, as well as a few scattered superficial marks from handling and storage. Cylinder bears an extremely light dragline. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Pachmayr Presentation grip shows some mild wear. Colt wood grips show some scattered handling marks, with a few nicks to the diamonds. (23-4848/MLW). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

2011. COLT DIAMONDBACK DA REVOLVER.

VR. Ramped serrated blade front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Blue finish. Checkered walnut grips w/ gold Rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: grips show some handling marks & a few spots of flaking. Metal retains 95% original blue w/ a light drag line on cyl. & scattered edge wear. Bright very good plus bore.

by Jon R. Thomas

2012. COLT DIAMONDBACK DA REVOLVER.

Bbl. 4” VR. Ramped serrated front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Mfg. 1977. Blue finish. Checkered walnut grips w/ gold Rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: grips show a couple light scratches & some handling marks. Metal retains 97% original blue w/ a moderate drag line on cyl. Bright very good plus bore. Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2013. COLT DIAMONDBACK DA REVOLVER.

D84890. Bbl. 2 1/2” VR. Ramped serrated blade front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Mfg. 1976. Blue finish. Checkered walnut grips w/ gold Rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: grips show some flaking spots, a few chipped points & handling wear. Metal retains 90% original blue w/ a couple spots of touch up finish at muzzle over some light pitting, a drag line on cyl., a couple small spots of oxidation, some light scratches & edge wear. Very good plus bright bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-4585/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

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2014. COLT KING COBRA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 4253KC. Bbl. 6” VR. Ramped serrated front sight w/ orange insert. Adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Mfg. 1988. Blue finish. Finger groove rubber grips w/ gold Rampant Colt Medallions.

ACCESSORIES:

factory hardcase w/ foam inserts. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. (23-4951/MJC). MODERN. $2500-3500.

2015. COLT KING COBRA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# KU3882. Bbl. 6” VR. Ramped serrated front sight w/ orange insert. Adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Mfg. 1998. Stainless finish. Black finger groove grips w/ silver Rampant Colt Medallions.

UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: unnumbered factory hardcase w/ foam inserts & manual.

CONDITION: grips show some handling marks. Metal shows light handling marks & a drag line on cyl. Bright very good bore. (234952/MJC). MODERN. $2000-2750.

2016. FIRST ISSUE COLT COBRA 6-SHOT REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Special. S# 20698. Bbl. 2”. Manufactured 1950 - 1972. Alloy frame, double action revolver. Blued finish. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Serrated blade front sight w/ rear notch sight. Serrated hammer spur. Serrated trigger. Checkered wood grips w/ silver Colt medallion.

CONDITION: Finish coverage complete & consistent w/ some light thinning on high spots. Grips look nice but posses a few impressions & round checkering under close inspection. Timing seems correct on 4 chambers w/ the 5th & 6th a hair from locking. It is so slight that regular cylinder rotation should ensure it locking correctly w/ normal rotation. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-4681/JZ). CURIO. $800-1,200.

2017. COLT KING COBRA DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH CASE. Cal. 357 MAG. S# RA267833. Bbl. 2 1/4”. King Cobra double action revolver manufactured by Colt. Left side of barrel is marked “KING (COBRA HEAD) COBRA/ 357 MAGNUM”, with the right side being marked “COLT’S MFG/ HARTFORD, CT USA”. Left side of frame bears the Rampant Colt logo. Metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish, with the frame being mounted with 2 piece Colt silver medallion Altamont textured wood grips. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: Colt factory

blue plastic hard case containing a Colt 1 piece textured rubber grip, lock, and factory paperwork. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components few superficial marks from handling and storage. Cylinder bears a light dragline. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2106/MLW). MODERN. $800-1,200.

Peters 9mm Luger ammunition, 1 box of Western .30 Luger ammunition, as well as beautifully engraved slide by J. Schvolcz that features similar vine and floral patterns overall and is fitted with a .30 Luger caliber barrel. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components showing few light superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent. .30 Luger barrel retains a brilliant mirror bore with well defined rifling throughout. Case is very good, with some exterior wear from handling and storage. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (231628/MLW). MODERN. $7,500-10,000.

2019. BEAUTIFUL CASED SET OF RENAISSANCE ENGRAVED BELGIAN BROWNING HI-POWER, MODEL 1910, & BABY MODEL SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS. 1) BROWNING HI-POWER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# T213892. Bbl. 4 5/8”. Left side of slide is stamped “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY/ MADE IN BELGIUM”. Frame and slide exhibit full coverage deep cut vine and floral panel engraving, with metal components exhibiting a French gray finish, and the trigger being gold plated. Frame is mounted with 2 piece smooth synthetic pearl grips. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components exhibiting few minor superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Right grip panel exhibits some yellowing, but grips otherwise are excellent overall. (23-1631/MLW).

2) BROWNING MODEL 1955 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 611366. Bbl. 3 3/8”. Left side of slide is stamped “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY/ MADE IN BELGIUM”. Frame and slide exhibit full coverage deep cut vine and floral engraving. French gray finish with gold plated trigger. Frame is mounted with 2 piece smooth synthetic pearl grips. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components exhibiting few superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips exhibit what appears to be some bubbling beneath the surface, but are otherwise excellent. (23-1632/MLW).

3) BABY BROWNING SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL. Cal. 6.35mm. S# 384726. Bbl. 2 1/8”. Left side of slide is engraved “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY/ MADE IN BELGIUM”. Frame and slide exhibit full coverage deep cut vine and floral engraving. French gray finish with gold plated trigger. Frame is mounted with 2 piece smooth synthetic pearl grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory black leatherette display case featuring a red velvet lining, as well as a photo board from the Virginia Plak Company of New York, NY. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components exhibiting few light superficial marks from storage and handling. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. Case is near excellent, with a few superficial marks from handlinga nd storage. Picture board exhibits some scattered marks from handling and storage, some separation of the protective filament over the photo, some mild staining on the rear, but otherwise present nicely overall. An extremely fine set of beautiful renaissance engraved Belgian Browning pistols. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1632/MLW). ALL CURIO. $7,500-10,000.

2020. SUPERB T-SERIES RENAISSANCE ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID BROWNING HI-POWER SEMI SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH IVORY GRIPS & DISPLAY CASE. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# T240779. Bbl. 4 5/8”. Hi-Power manufactured by Fabrique Nationale and imported by Browning Arms Company in 1968. Left side of slide is stamped “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY/ MADE IN BELGIUM”. Right side of trigger guard web and interior of slide exhibit Belgian proofs. Frame and slide exhibit beautiful full coverage deep cut Renaissance scroll engraving overall, with the slide featuring gold inlays on and around the sides of the mainspring housing, with the underside exhibiting a gold inlaid crouching panther. Metal components exhibit a satin nickel finish, with the trigger being gold plated. Frame is mounted with 2 piece ivory grips, featuring relief carved oak leaf panels on either side, and with the right panel exhibiting an escutcheon that is engraved “ABB”. Magazine floorplate is fitted with a full coverage silver plate that shows a scene of a hunting dog and pheasant. Slide matches the frame via the last 2 digits of the serial number “79”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue leatherette case, featuring a blue velvet lining. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their satin

2021. BROWNING GOLD LINE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL SET; HI-POWER, MODEL 1955 & BABY. ALL: Blued finishes w/ gold outlinings. Slides marked “MADE IN BELGIUM”) as mfg. in late 1960’s being similar to Renaissance sets (embellished Grade I’s). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent black leatherette case (2 keys) w/ fitted red velvet lining; case top has brass plaque for engraving. CONDITION: all 3 appear new & unfired w/ near excellent bores. 1). HI-POWER. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 69C7164. Bbl. 4 5/8”. Mfg. 1969 w/ European walnut checkered grips having red backs. Slide w/ BAC, St. Louis & Montreal marking but w/ out thumb recess; ring hammer. MAGS:.1 factory 13 rd. w/ push button base & black plastic follower. (23-3916/NW). 2). MODEL 1955. Cal. 380 ACP. S# 604573. Bbl. 3 7/16”. Mfg. 1967 w/ black checkered plastic grips having Browning logo at tops. Slide w/ BAC, St. Louis & Montreal marking. MAGS: 1 factory 6 rd. (23-3917/NW). 3). BABY. Cal. 25 ACP. S# 444530. Bbl. 2”. Mfg. 1968 w/ black checkered plastic grips having Browning logo at tops. BAC slide marking w/ out address. MAGS: 1 factory 6 rd. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd. owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3918/NW). ALL CURIO. $5,000-7,000.

2022. BROWNING GRADE I CASED SET OF 3 SEMI-AUTO PISTOLS; POWER, MODEL 1955 & BABY. ALL: Blued finishes (gold filled lettering on slides & marked “MADE IN BELGIUM”) as mfg. in late 1960’s being similar to Renaissance sets. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent black leatherette case (missing key) w/ fitted red velvet lining; case top has brass plaque for engraving. CONDITION: all 3 appear new & unfired w/ near excellent bores. 1). HI-POWER. Cal. 9mm Luger. S# T211424. Bbl. 4 5/8”. Mfg. 1967 w/ European walnut checkered grips having red backs. Slide w/ BAC, St. Louis & Montreal marking but w/ out thumb recess; ring hammer. MAGS:.1 factory 13 rd. w/ push button base & black plastic follower. (23-3924/NW). 2). MODEL 1955. Cal. 380 ACP. S# 645336. Bbl. 3 7/16”. Mfg. very late 1960’s (post 1968) during “clean up period” as GCA of 1968 prohibited its importation to US. Black checkered plastic grips having Browning logo at tops. Slide w/ BAC, St. Louis & Montreal marking. MAGS: 1 factory 6 rd. (23-3925/NW). 3). BABY. Cal. 25 ACP. S# 395183. Bbl. 2”. Mfg. 1967 w/ black checkered plastic grips having Browning logo at tops. BAC slide marking w/ out address. MAGS: 1 factory 6 rd. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd. owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3926/NW). ALL CURIO. $3,000-4,000.

present on the right side of the trigger web, as well as on the interior of the slide. Frame and slide feature tasteful gold inlaid perimeter borders overall. Metal components are blued, with the frame being mounted with 2 piece checkered checkered ivory grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory black leatherette case featuring a red velvet interior. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting few light superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting a couple small spots of surface oxidation and retaining well defined rifling throughout. Grips show some light smoothing to the checkering and a couple minor marks from handling. Case is excellent. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1629/MLW). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

2024. RARE, 2 BARREL CASED BROWNING RENISSANCE CHALLENGER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 40549U71. Bbl. 4 3/4” w/ ramped back cut squared blade having serrated face; factory adjustable rear that extends to rear of frame. Mfg. 1971 as 2 bbl. cased set w/ internet references indicating less than 10 produced as Renaissance model w/ extra bbl. Challenger model mfg. 19621975, Challenger II from 1975-1982 & Challenger III from 1982-1985. Very nice foliate scroll engraving w/ dark punch dot backgrounds. Gold plated wide serrated target trigger. Gloss finished fancy walnut grips having carved scroll pattern at top of each side plus bordered fine LPI cut checkering. Safety, mag. latch & slide lock are black; balance of finish is grey satin nickel. MAGS: 1 factory 10 rd.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Dark blue leatherette lockable case having rectangular brass plaque on lid, compartmentalized medium blue velvet interior for pistol & its matching engraved 6 3/4” bbl. Unmarked Browning style black zippered pouch w/ red flannel lining. Original manual & case key. CONDITION: all aspects of entire set are near excellent including bores; appears new & unfired. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd. owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3927/NW). CURIO. $3,500-4,500.

2025. JOHN ADAMS JR. ENGRAVED BELGIAN BABY BROWNING

SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL. Cal. 25 ACP. S# 445638. Bbl. 2 1/8”. Baby Browning semi-automatic pistol manufactured in Fabrique Nationale in 1968 and subsequently engraved by John Adams Jr. of Adams & Adams in Vershire, VT. The left side of the slide is stamped “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY/ MADE IN BELGIUM”, with Belgian proofs stamped on the front. Frame and receiver feature near full coverage, finely engraved scrollwork on a punch dot background. Underside of frame is engraved with John Adams Jr.’s “JA” signature, just ahead of the trigger guard. Major metal components exhibit a nickel plated finish, with the trigger being gold plated. Frame is mounted with 2 piece Browning checkered black plastic grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning leather soft case, custom made 2 piece stainless steel & pearl grips, as well as a letter of authenticity from Adams & Adams indicating that John Adams Jr. engraved this pistol in 2013. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their nickel plated finish overall, exhibiting few mild superficial handling marks. Mirror bore, exhibiting strong rifling throughout. Grips show some light superficial marks form handling and storage, but are otherwise very good overall. (23-2665/MLW). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

2026. CONSECUTIVE PAIR OF CASED BROWNING MEDALIST SEMI AUTO PISTOLS. BOTH: Cal. 22 LR. Bbls. 6 ¾” VR. Serrated blade front sights. Adjustable rear sights. Mfg. 1961. Blued finish. Gold triggers. Several parts have Belgian proofs. Checkered rosewood target grips w/ Schnabel tip forend & right hand thumb rest. MAGS: 1-10 rd. factory. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: both have factory leather display case w/ red lining, cartridge block, screwdriver tool, 3 counter weights & counter weight support block. CONDITION: both near excellent w/ some minor handling wear. S# 83591T7. (23-4961/MJC). S#83592T7 (23-4962/MJC0. BOTH CURIO. $3,000-4,000.

Lot 2027

Desirable & Rare Parker

Reproduction A-1 Special Small Gauge 3 Barrel Set, Two 28 Gauge & One .410 With Case

2027. DESIRABLE AND RARE PARKER REPRODUCTION A-1 SPECIAL SMALL GAUGE 3 BARREL SET TWO 28 GAUGE AND ONE .410 WITH CASE. Cal. 28 Ga. (2 3/4”), .410 (3”). S# A-1 28-046. This scarce gun; 1 of 150 with standard factory engraving and 1 of 16, 28 Ga./.410 combinations is made with and extra set of short (26”) 28 Ga. barrels. First set of 28 Ga. and .410 barrels measure 28”. The 28” 28 Ga. barrels (choked Mod. & Full) are stamped “1” on loop, the 26” (Q1 & Q2) “2” and the .410 barrels (IC & Mod.) “3”. All numbers match except .410 barrels have 410 prefix. Ribs are marked with Winchester reproduction info and “Made in Japan”. Gold lines are inlaid around breech ends which are also embellished with 2 1/2” triangles of scroll engraving. Decorative bands are also around muzzles. Barrel flats are engine turned and stamped with Parker reproduction proofs, chokes, S#’s and Winchester proofs. Frame size “00” is on 28 Ga. barrels and “0000” is on .410 barrels. Case hardened small size Parker action with lightening cuts in watertable features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) and gold plated single selective trigger with checkered finger blade. Action is well filed with 3 beads around fences, but no special treatment is given to juncture of bottom and sides. Action is engraved in standard late A-1 special pattern with near full coverage of well cut shaded scroll within scroll and geometric borders. This scroll surrounds scenes of dogs on sides. A pair of pointers are on left and setters on right. “Parker Bros” is in gold under each dog scene. A pointer and setter are on bottom of action and a spaniel retrieving a dove is on trigger plate. Blued top lever has filed in chevron and thumb piece is pierced and carved with scrolls. Trigger guard has two piercings in bow which is engraved with flying woodcock, flanked by scroll. S# is in gold on tang. Straight grip buttstock of somewhat figured and lightly marbled European walnut measures 14 1/4” over skeleton steel buttplate. Central wood is checkered with fleur de lis intrusion. Side panels with fleur de lis drop points are recessed around large relief carved fleur de lis and are nicely checkered. Grip checkering is of classic A-1 special style with fancy outline and flares toward comb. 28 Ga. barrels share one splinter forend, .410 barrels have their own which has “410” prefix which matches number on barrels. Forend irons are engine turned. Fleur de lis checkering matches buttstock. MEASUREMENTS: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 5/16”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 14 1/4”.

WEIGHT: 6 lb. 6 oz. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original oak and leather case with zippered leather trimmed canvas outer cover. Interior is lined in green felt and an oval Parker Reproduction label is in lid. Bottom compartment is configured for action and all barrels and contains “Parker” marked snap caps and oil bottle. Two keys are in leather retainer. A pair of .410 snap caps are include and are in their original wrapping. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Does not appear to have been fired since proof. Barrels show only the faintest assembly and handling marks. Action retains essentially all of its very delicate original factory color with perhaps a hint of silvering on fences from contact with case. Wood shows only a few light marks. Checkering is crisp and bright. Bores are bright and shiny. Gun was not tested for functioning so not to cause any wear or possible marking. (.410 barrels assembled for photo & measurement.)

Case leather is very fine as protected by its outer cover which shows some minor rubs. Interior cloth, label, partitions and accessories are also very fine, close to as new. All of the Parker/Winchester Reproduction guns continue to increase in value every year. This is an opportunity to acquire one of the scarcest and most desirable variations. (23-4779/MGM). MODERN. $40,000-60,000.

rear lump stamped “410” and frame size “000”. Small size Parker action with all correct markings on watertable features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved in usual V style with wiggle borders. “Parker Bros” is on each side. SN is on trigger guard tang. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 14-1/8” over Hawkins pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toeline replacing the usual shield. Matching splinter forend has usual Parker release and steel tip. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter at muzzles: L .395 (Mod?). R .395 (Mod?). STOCK: DAH: 2-13/16”. DAC: 1-3/4”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/8”. WEIGHT: 5lb. 7.5oz. CONDITION: good. Barrels retaining perhaps 40% of what appears to be original blue with light freckling and browning overall. Action has traces of case hardening color where protected but is mostly pewter gray with some brown staining. Stocks with nearly all of an oil refinish over a good number of marks and dings. Checkering recut. Bores are bright and shiny with a few minor pits observed in right barrel. Action is tight, mechanically good. (23-1400/MGM). C&R $10,000-15,000.

WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 12-00513. Records indicate that only 1800 DHE 12 Ga. guns were made. This 3 barrel set is very unusual; perhaps unique. Barrels are all 12 gauge 1-1/2” frame with matching markings and S#’s. Set #1 is 28” marked for Mod & Full. Set #2 is 26” marked for IC & Mod. 3rd set without number stamp on loop appears to be type used for the “Steel Shot Special”. It measures 28” long and is marked for 2-3/4” and 3” chambers with IC & Mod chokes. “H” is stamped on lump. Case hardened 1-1/2 size Parker action with automatic safety and single selective trigger is engraved in usual D reproduction style with dogs on sides, Parker on bottom and pheasant on trigger plate. Capped pistol grip buttstock of nicely crotch figured walnut measures 14-3/8” over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock has usual checkering, drop points and silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend serves all barrel sets. MEASUREMENTS: Barrel Set #1. STOCK: DAH: 2-1/16”. DAC: 1-1/4”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a Parker Reproduction brown leather case with outer cover. Case is configured for gun and all 3 barrel sets. It also contains snap caps and associated Parker paperwork including information booklet. Also included is original white cardboard shipping box for this gun with label listing barrel sets #1 & #2. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears essentially unfired since proof. With only a very few assembly and handling marks in all factory finishes. Very delicate case hardening color is quite strong showing some light silvering on left fence. Mechanically crisp. Case is very fine as protected by its outer cover which shows some minor rubs. (23-1272/MGM). MODERN. $4,000-8,000.

2030. PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 28-02103. Bbls. 26” w/ brass bead. Fixed Imp-Cyl & Mod chokes. “00” size frame case colored boxlock action. D grade engraving featuring pointing dogs on sides w/ flushing pheasants on floor plate. Single selective trigger. Selective ejectors. Beavertail forearm & straight grip stock of fancy gloss finished walnut of point pattern checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over checkered butt w/ skeleton steel buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. Stock has a slight cast off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs, 12.4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory leather covered case w/ canvas outer cover. Case contains instruction manual & registration card. CONDITION: bbls. retain 99% blue. Action retains over 90% case coloring showing some fading & edge wear. Wood has very good finish showing a few small marks. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4800/DS). CURIO. $4,500-6,000.

DHE GRADE SXS SHOTGUN WITH CASE BY WINCHESTER. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 20-01763. Approx. 6,050 mfg. in 20 Ga. The 26” bbls. have matte rib & brass front bead. Marked on water table “MOD” for left, “IMP CYL” for right. Case colored Parker action w/ SST, ejectors & automatic safety. Receiver embellished w/ late Parker “D” style scroll engraving showcasing a setter on left side, pointer on right side & 3 pheasants on floorplate. Splinter forearm w/ warp around segmented checkering. Straight grip walnut stock w/ warp around segmented checkering, tear drops behind stock ears & silver oval plate on toeline. LOP: 14 3/4” to skeletonized buttplate. DAC: 1 1/4”. DAH: 2”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6.73 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original tang leather VC case w/ green felt English fit interior having Parker Reproductions label on lid interior. Case contains oil bottle, Parker Snap Caps, A-Zoom snap caps, two piece cleaning rod, brush, mop & cloth. Case is protected by canvas cover. Also including is matching

is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 14” over checkered wood butt. Checkering is of unusual fancy pattern with second field of checkering on bump of heel and a chevron at toe. Stock sports usual lozenge drop points and unusual multi-point grip checkering with mullered borders. Parker style large silver oval is pinned to toeline. Matching beavertail ejector forend with reinforcing bolt has patent date on iron. Checkering is of unusual fancy pattern with extra sweeps and pointed intrusions. There are no S#’s stamped into forend wood or found in wood under trigger guard tang so this unusual stock treatment is most likely not original. However, stocks may be accounted for by Remington repair code PK3 (June 1948) with stocks made by Remington a fair number of years after Parker production ceased. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .614. R .615. Restriction: L .006 (Skeet). R .013 (Light Mod). Wall thickness: L .026. R .025. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1-3/8+”. CAST: slightly off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7lb. 0oz. CONDITION: very fine as partially refurbished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack. Engraving and sharp edges a bit soft. Action retains about 30-40% original color. Trigger guard retains most of a re-blue. Newer stocks retain nearly all of their varnish finish with a fair number of marks; checkering shows light wear. Bores are bright and shiny; forcing cones lengthened. Action is tight, mechanically good. (231401/MGM). C&R. $9,000-15,000.

good. “The Parker Story” estimates that 772 VH guns were made with 26” barrels. (23-2180/MGM).

C&R. $4,000-6,000.

2036. PARKER BH SHOTGUN 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. There is evidence that stock has been broken through wrist and repaired. Checkering recut. Newer pad is not well fitted. Bores are fine w/ one or 2 scattered pits. Action is slightly loose. (23-2116/MGM). CURIO. $3,500-5,000.

2037. PARKER GRADE 3 (D) 10 BORE 3 1/2” MAGNUM DOUBLE SHOTGUN WITH EJECTORS. Cal. 10 Ga., 3 1/2”. S# 60577 (1890). This gun was made around 1890 and it appears that it was sent back to the factory around 1929 for new 3 1/2” magnum 10 bore barrels. These 30” barrels are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. PEERLESS STEEL.” on matted rib. Engine turned barrel flats are stamped with Parker overload proofs “3 1/2” and with the date “3-29” and some extraneous proofs, perhaps Belgian. Case hardened action with nonautomatic safety and double triggers has grade mark, S# and patent dates stamped on watertable. Grade has been restamped “CH”. Action is engraved in usual early “D” style with sprays of scroll and dogs on sides and quail on bottom. Capped pistol grip buttstock of quilt figured and lightly streaked Eurpoean walnut measures 14 3/8” over skeleton steel buttplate. Side panels are checkered and standard drop points and grip checkering along with large vacant silver oval are present. Splinter forend with usual Parker release has been fitted with unknown pattern ejectors; wood is replaced.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .765. R .760. Restriction: L .044 (Full). R .040 (Full). Wall thickness: L .058. R .059. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 10 lb. 2 oz.

CONDITION: fine as refurbished. Barrels retaining nearly all original blue with some marks and dings. Action retains nearly all cyanide type case hardening colors. Stocks with renewed oil finish. Checkering recut on buttstock, haphazardly done and finer on replaced forend wood. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is slightly loose. Ejectors fitted by another are slightly out of time. A Parker record search may find reference to these newer barrels however, they may have been added by someone other than the factory. (01-24233/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,500.

2041. FINE CONDITION PARKER GH SHOTGUN WITH DAMASCUS BARRELS. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 126809 (1903). The 30” three stripe Damascus barrels have Parker Meriden Conn. markings along with “DAMASCUS STEEL” on matted rib. Barrel flats are stamped with all correct markings. Number 2 size case hardened Parker action features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved in usual attractive G style with sprays of scroll within geometric borders surrounding oval scenes of game birds; flying ducks on left and perching pheasant on right, both under “PARKER BROS.”. A circular scene depicting a pair of grouse is on trigger plate. S# is on trigger guard tang. Somewhat crotch figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over Parker dogs head buttplate with spur. Multi point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant German silver shield is on toeline. Matching splinter forend with steel tip has usual Parker release stamped with patent date.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .730. R .730. Restriction: L .035 (Full). R .036 (Full). Wall thickness: L .030. R .031. STOCK:

DAH: 3 1/16”. DAC: 1 7/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 9 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Barrels retaining approximately 90% original Damascus finish with most loss due to spotting from some splashed chemical (color loss no pitting). Action retains about 70% original color and stocks retain about 90% of original varnish worn through on high edges with a fair number of fairly deep scratches, mostly on left side of butt. Checkering shows light wear. Bores are bright and shiny without noted problems. Action is tight. Mechanically good. Rib extension shows considerable distortion on right side most likely the result of being dropped. Extension has been refitted. (23-4969/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-3,250.

Lot 2042

Unusual High Condition

Special Order L.C. Smith

Crown Grade SxS Shotgun

2042. UNUSUAL HIGH CONDITION SPECIAL ORDER L. C. SMITH CROWN GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga. S# 26603. Bbl. 28” with single sighting plane rib having a gold bar forward of the engraved rib extension. Right bbl. engraved “L. C. SMITH CROWN GRADE”. Left bbl. engraved “L. C. Smith Gun Co. Inc. Fulton, N. Y.” White front & mid beads. Case colored Featherweight sidelock action. Selective ejectors. Hunter One single selective trigger. Crown grade engraving per order features Partridge on the right sideplate with quail on the left. Standard engraving has setters & pointers. The trigger guard bow features a special order raised gold pointing setter. The trigger plate depicts 4 flying ducks. Balance of action has fine arabesque scroll engraving with floral & geometric designs. The top lever engraving is very unusual as it lacks the typical gold crown. Beavertail forend and straight grip stock of exhibition thin shell walnut feature elaborate borderless segmented hand checkering. LOP: 13 3/4” from single trigger to checkered butt. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 2 1/4”. Stock has a slight cast off. Bore dia; RT .610, LT Choke constriction: RT .013, LT .004, (uncommon reserved chokes). Minimum wall thickness: RT .038, LT .041. Weight: 6 lbs. 11.4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: L. C. Smith collectors Association Letter giving general information about L. C. Smith shotguns and listing specification for this gun. Record shows it was started on November 26, 1947 and completed January 20, 1948. The shipping address is nearly illegible but may be “Burbank Hardware Company”, no address provided. The fact that the word “Monogram” was written next to “Crown” in the ledger and crossed out indicates confusion as to the grade. A total of 862 Crown grades were mfg. 1912-1950. “Only six of these were the same configuration as # 26603, and it is likely that no others were engraved in a similar pattern”. Also included is a Cody Firearms Museum Records check confirming the information and adding a ship date of 5-6-1948. The gun is housed in an oak & leather luggage case with green velour fitted interior. The inside lid has a reproduction L. C. Smith paper label. Case contains a 2 piece wood cleaning rod & snap caps. CONDITION: the action retains over 40% lightly faded case colors. Over 95% lightly faded bbl. blue. Very good wood finish shows some scratches, small marks & mildew spots. Very good bright bores. (23-4780/DS). CURIO. $20,000-30,000.

scenes. Right sideplate scene features a gold inlay of a pointer. Left side has a gold setter with a gold quail on the trigger plate. Bolsters feature gold & brass grape vines. Complementing engraving extends to the long tang trigger guard as well as the breech & muzzle ends of the bbls. Even the inside & outside of the forend iron have matching engraving colored finish. The engraved rib extension has added marking “L.C. SMITH PREMIER GRADE” followed by a gold bar. The 28” bbls. have added markings. “SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” on right bbl. Left bbl. has added marking “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. FULTON, N. Y.” White target front sight with white mid bead. Original “London Steel” marking are partially visible on the bottom of both bbls. Bore diameter: RT .615, LT .613. Choke constriction: RT .022, LT .018. Minimum wall thickness: RT .040, LT .039. The splinter forend and straight stock are custom crafted of exhibition grade walnut having tight fiddle figure with contrasting red & brown tones. Forend & wrist have fine hand checkering in an ornate borderless segmented pattern. LOP: 14 1/2” over a solid orange Old English pad. DAC; 1 1/2”. DAH: 2”. Neutral cast. Weight; 6 lbs., 12 oz. According to the “L.C. Smith Production Records” by James Stubbendieck as few 5 original Premier grade 20 ga. guns were produced between 1919 & 1940. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Angelo Bee Certificate of Authenticity for L. C. Smith S# 140677. The gun is housed in a leather covered luggage case with burgundy fitted interior. CONDITION: Very fine as refurbished. Action retains over 85% custom colored finish with some fading around the edges. Over 98% bbl. blue with small scratches & marks on rib. Left bbl. has evidence of a raised dent 7 1/8” from muzzle. Bores show general pitting. Stock have very good custom finish with small spots of wear. (231617/DS). MODERN. $10,000-15,000.

2044. FRESH TO MARKET A2 L.C.SMITH TRANSITIONAL BETWEEN TYPE 1 & TYPE 2. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1135. Shipped on Feb. 22, 1896, very shortly after the A3 became the highest grade L. C. Smith gun offered. This gun has some early styling with later type embellishment. The 30” barrels with broad matted rib are engraved “SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” and “MADE EXPRESSLY TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. FULTON N.Y.” on tops. Engine turned barrel flats are stamped with S# and Hunter proofs. Whitworth sheaf of wheat trademarks are on bottoms of barrels. Splinter is stamped “A2”. There are 1-1/2” triangles of fine scroll engraving at breech ends and at muzzles. Regular frame case hardened action with Syracuse style flutes on bottom has S# and patent info stamped on watertable and features automatic three position safety (with button in rear position gun can be fired at any time), early type bushed strikers and double triggers. Ejector is of first variation with S# and patent stamped on iron. Action is filed with double beads around fences and lockplates are not rebated. Internal inspection shows fancy filed engine turned bridles and “A2” is stamped on front portion of left lock. Engraving is of A2 second variation with near full coverage well cut small scroll within geometric borders. Acents of dogs heads are on both sides at front. “L. C. Smith” is on small scroll banner on each lockplate. Top of action is engraved with small scroll with rose bouquet highlights in contrast with the later oak leave theme. All engraving is very delicately cut in comparison with later guns. Blued trigger guard with S# engraved on tang has the monogram “JSL” (James Stuart Lowry) inlaid in gold on bow. (Factory records indicate gun originally purchased by A. C. Chase.) Buttstock with syma curve termination to pistol grip is of very nicely marbled and figured European walnut and measures 14-3/8” over serated buttplate. Closely spaced fleu-de-lis pattern checkering runs over the top of diamond grip and there is no crest plate on toeline because gold monogram is on trigger guard bow. Matching splinter type 1 ejector forend with inlet ebony tip is near fully checkered and has narrow fleur-de-lis ribbons through pattern. Forend has usual “J” spring release with secondary lock in round escutcheon.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .724. R .726. Restriction: L .028 (IMod). R .000 (Cyl). Wall thickness: L .029. R .027. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8”. DAC: 1 3/4”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Records Office letter confirming shipping date, dimensions and original purchaser. CONDITION: fine to very fine. Barrels retaining most of what appears to be their original blue which shows some light pitting and patches of rust, this has been lightly cleaned and darkened with cold blue. Engine turning on barrel flats is original as are remnants of bright polish on breech ends. Action and lockplates retain over half of their original case hardening color which was never very deep, as evidenced by watertable. Engraving remains sharp and clear. Trigger guard retains nearly all of what appears to be its original bright blue. Stocks retain nearly all their original oil finish with some minor marks and dings; checkering shows light wear. Bores are bright and shiny without any noted problems. Action is tight; barrels are on face. Ejectors are sometime live and need timing. A very interesting high grade L. C. Smith that the consignor has recently purchased from an estate. (01-24214/MGM). ANTIQUE. $10,000-20,000.

as well as the trigger guard. the trigger guard bow is engraved with customer name “J. H. Shirk”. The breech end of both bbls. have border line engraving. Rib extensions are marked “Hunter Arms Co., Fulton, NY”. Each set of bbls has it individual splinter forend of ebony tipped thin shell walnut. Hard rubber capped pistol grip custom replacement stock of fancy walnut is checkered at the wrist. LOP: 13 1/2” over a proper style buttplate. DAC: 1 7/8”. DAH: 2 5/8”. Near neutral cast. BBL1: Bore diameter: RT .725, LT 727. Choke constriction: RT .034, LT .034. Minimum bore dia: RT .025, LT .030. BBL 2: Bore diameter: RT .729, LT .729. Choke constriction: RT .004, LT .020. Minimum bore dia: RT .026, LT .028. Weight: 7 lbs, 12.6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: L.C. Smith Collectors Association letter providing general information & listing specifications for this gun as recorded on page 23 of Ledger 17. Completion date, January 26, 1907. Further stating “Serial Number 207255 was the only No. 4 shipped with two sets of 30” barrels.” Total production of No. 4 shotguns from 1894-1915 was 495. No. 4 production in all gauges totaled 29 in 1907. Gun is housed in a leather covered case with green velour 2 bbl. fitted interior. Case lid exterior is marked with initials “H. S. M.” Lid interior has an added L. C. Smith paper label. Case key is included. Case shows normal age related wear. CONDITION: Action retains 30% light case colors fading to a silvery gray. Both bbls. have over 95% blue. Both forearms are refinished with freshened checkering. Stock shows light wear & handling marks with hairline cracks behind both locks. All bore are very good & bright. (23-1616/DS) CURIO. $7000-10,000.

Bbls. 28” with white front bead. Rib extension is marked “HUNTER ARMS CO. / FULTON, NEW YORK”. Case colored side lock action with selective ejectors and Hunter One single selective trigger. Engraving features oval scenes of 2 ducks on right sideplate with 2 quail on the left. Scenes are bordered by tasteful scroll that extends to top & bottom receiver areas. Ebony tipped splinter forend and hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fine thin shell walnut. have point pattern hand checkering. LOP: 12 7/8” from single trigger over original buttplate. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 2 1/2” Near neutral cast. Bore dia; RT .615, LT .615. Choke constriction: RT .023, LT .023. Minimum wall thickness: RT .035, LT .032. Weight: 6 lbs., 1.4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Cody Firearms Museum Records Check confirming specification of the gun & listing date finished as 6-9-1908. Leather covered luggage case with green velour fitted interior. Inside lid has a modern L. C. Smith paper label. Case contains a 2 piece wood cleaning rod. CONDITION: Action retains over 30% case colors fading to a silver/ gray patina. Over 95% bbl. blue. Wood shows shows light wear with scattered small marks. Bores have areas of light pitting. (23-1618/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

standard A2 style w/ fleur-di-lis intrusions behind lockplates & crenelated borders toward comb. Matching splinter ejector forend w/ inlet ebony tip is near fully checkered & has fleur-di-lis ribbons through pattern. Iron is scroll & line border engraved. Serial number is at center & forend has usual J-spring release with secondary knurled roll in rnd. engraved steel escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .727”, L .727”. Restriction: R .024” (MOD), L .038” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .040”, L .039”. STOCK: DAH: 4”. DA rear of Monte Carlo: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 3/4”. LOP: 14 1/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 15 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine. Bbls. retaining approx. 80% original blue w/ some light freckling, marks & scratches. Action & lockplates retain a considerable amount, perhaps as much as 40% of their muted light brown case hardening color. All engraving remains sharp & clear. Stocks retain most of an old oil finish with open grain and scattered marks. There are some noted repairs of chipping behind lockplates. Checkering shows considerable oil infill of very closely spaced diamonds with some rerunning over an area with almost invisible repair. Checkering on forend is considerably worn & shows one fairly deep dent at center of rear panel. Bores are bright & shiny without any noted problems except for 2-3 light striations in right bbl. & a sm. dent 11” back from muzzle in left. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Forend iron also has a slight bend at rear and wood shows some repairs. (23-1428/MGM). CURIO. $6,500-9,500.

American style with near full coverage varying size scroll within geometric borders. This scroll surrounds circular and oval scenes of dogs and birds; major subjects are rendered in semi-relief gold with setter on left, pointing pointer on right, pair of pheasant feeding on ground on trigger plate and a spaniels head on trigger guard bow. Gold inlay is well done and nicely detailed. Fences are engraved with oak leaves. No engraver’s signature is found. Pistol grip cap is engraved to match and has gold inlaid rope type outline. Pistol grip stock of stump figured American walnut measures 14-1/4” over black thin leather covered pad. Grip checkering is of 21 B carved type with fleur-de-lis and ribbons through pattern. Barrels are serviced by two matching beavertail forends marked “1” & “2” on engine turned irons with corresponding numbers on loops. Forends are braced but do not have contrasting forend tips.

MEASUREMENTS: 30”

BBLS: STOCK: DAH: 2-7/16”. DAC: 1-1/2+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/4”. WEIGHT: 7lb. 12oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun and all 4 barrel sets are housed in red ABS “Frigon Gun” case. Each barrel set and action has a custom Browning shop bag. CONDITION: very fine as custom finished. Retaining nearly all metal blue and wood finish with a few scattered marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically good. Case is good.

PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1640/MGM). C&R $20,000-30,000.

Weight 7 lbs. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Records Office detailing the following information, “Duck Gun. 12 gauge. Barrel Length: 30 inches. Right Barrel: Full, Left Barrel: Full. Chamber: 3 inches. Automatic safety. Single trigger. Selective ejector. Pistol grip stock. Winchester recoil pad. Custom Duck finish. Engraved: #1. Gold inlay “W J C” in vertical position on trigger guard. Made for: 353-055-8959. Order number: 34-022-202061A. Inspection started: July 07, 1954. Inspection finished: July 19, 1954”. CONDITION: outstanding original gun retaining nearly all finish. Right side of stock along toeline has a small dent. Bright near excellent bores. PROVENANCE: Felix Bedlan collection. (23-4684/ DS). CURIO: $9,000-12,500.

2056. A GUN WRITERS PROJECT: CUSTOM DOUBLE RIFLE BY GARY STILES MADE FOR JIM FENDER IN .450 ASSEGAI ON A MODEL 21 ACTION WITH ORIGINAL BARRELS, AMMO, CASES, BULLETS, SPARE PARTS, BOOKS, CASE AND DRAFT OF STORY OF THE BUILDING OF THIS RIFLE AND A BRIEF HISTORY OF GARY STILES. Cal. .450 Assegai 12 Ga., 2-3/4”. S# 13709. Interesting magazine articles do not come easily, they often take years of development and considerable work, many never come to fruition, as is the case with the story of this rifle. Jim Fender is a fine gun writer noted for his contributions to the Double Gun Journal and other publications over the years. He is also the author of a historical Naval fiction series featuring the character Geoffrey Frost during the Revolutionary war. He is known for his in depth research and precise attention to detail. This rifle originated as a collaboration between Jim, Gary Stiles and Arthur Alphin of A-Square. Gary made a pair of double rifle barrels to be fitted to Jim’s Model 21 Winchester, while preserving the original 12 Ga. barrels. The caliber was selected for use on dangerous game. As described in “ANY SHOT YOU WANT” the A-Square loading manual; the .450 Assegai was made to deliver a 500 grain 45 caliber bullet at the “magic” velocity of 2400 feet per second in a rimmed cartridge suitable for double rifles. The case was made by A-Square and designed for low pressures and easy extraction. A-Square used their .416 rimmed cartridge as a base. Gary used another set of Model 21 barrels as a mono bloc to assemble these barrels with quarter rib holding single standing leaf three green dot rear sight. Muzzle is fitted with Stiles design regulating block and gold bead in ramp base. These barrels measure 25” and are stamped with caliber and S# 13709.1 on flats. Barrel lump is reattached and splinter is reinforced. A sling eye is screwed to a spacing block. Barrels are not fitted with a bottom rib. Blued standard Model 21 Winchester action marked “SKEET” on floorplate has firing pins bushed to handle the increased pressures of the rifle cartridge. Gary also made new buttstock and beavertail forends using a very fine piece of smokey marbled European (probably French) walnut. Buttstock measures 15” over black leather covered pad. Well cut point pattern checkering is at grip. A steel grip cap is fitted. Matching beavertail forends have Model 21 style checkering. Original 12 Ga. barrels marked for skeet and skeet are fitted with unbraced beavertail forend. MEASUREMENTS: RIFLE BBLS: STOCK : DAH: approx. 2 3/4”. DAC: approx. 1 7/8” CAST: neutral. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 11 lb. 10 oz. SHOTGUN BBLS: STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: #1 Orange plastic ammo box contains: 10 boxes of A-Square Assegai brass/2 boxes of 10 loaded rounds/1 box w/10 once fired brass/1 box w/3 fired & 5 loaded rds./4 boxes of .468 bullets (mostly monolithic solids). #2 Orange plastic ammo box contains: 12 boxes A-Square .458 Dead-Tough soft points/4 boxes .458 lion load/4 boxes .458 monolithic solids. (All boxes contain 25 bullets & all are 500 grain)/plastic box w/approx. 12 fired .450 Assegai brass/extra Model 21 mono bloc breech section/2 13/16-20 taps/.450 Assegai chamber reamer & other various jigs and parts for the building of this rifle. #3 Green plastic ammo box contains: 2 boxes .450 BPE by Kynoch/4 boxes Kynoch .470/some 8mm Lebel by Kynoch. Shotgun and rifle barrels come in a light duty aluminum case. 2 copies of the book “ANY SHOT YOU WANT” (1 new & 1 with notations by Jim Fender). Also included is a rough draft of an article “Gary L. Stiles The Most Talented Gunsmith I Have Ever

Known” by James E. Fender outlining Gary’s early life, his career and his affiliation with Jim. Article also relates that Jim used this rifle in South Africa in 2019 for cropping Cape buffalo and giraffe made necessary by prolonged drought. The rifle performed as expected. CONDITION: very fine as refurbished. Barrels still “in the white” as Gary died before they could be finish polished and blued. Shotgun barrels, action and stocks retain nearly all custom finishes as applied by Gary Stiles with only a very few handling and assembly marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Accessories “as new” unless noted. (23-4686/MGM). CURIO. $12,000-15,000

are two inch triangles of open shaded scroll at breech ends, barrel flats are stamped with grade, S#, caliber info and Fox proof. Maker’s name and address are on loop. Small size Fox type boxlock action with rotary bolt features scalloped back, automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage nicely cut, shaded scrolling acanthus surrounding semi relief game scenes; with pair of flushing ruffed grouse on left side and pheasant on right. Bottom of action has fine Bulino portrait of two pointers. Trigger plate is engraved with matching scroll. Fences are engraved with semi relief scroll surrounding heads of snarling wolves. Top lever and trigger guard are engraved to match, S# is on trigger guard tang. Finely marbled red tone European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over brown leather covered pad. Side panels are checkered and classic “D” grade checkering with flourishes into butt are on semi diamond hand. Matching long schnabled ejector forend has inlet ebony tip and Deeley type release. Interior of iron is marked with ejector patents, S# and grade. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .615”. R. 615”. Restriction: L .010” (IC). R .010” (IC). Wall thickness: L .042”. R. .039”. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 14 1/2” WEIGHT: 5 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a tan leather case with stitched leather corners. Interior is lined with burgundy cloth, and has A.H. Fox paper label in lid. Case contains good quality cleaning equipment, snap caps, square oil bottle and CSMC Fox catalog. CONDTION: fine showing considerable field use, barrels retaining over 95% original blue with some light marks. Action retains over 90% original case hardening color, thinning around bottom and silvering on fences and beads. Stocks have a good number of minor marks, rubs and dings in their original gloss finish, checkering is lightly worn. Bores are bright and shiny without noted problems. Action is tight, mechanically fine. Case leather has a few light marks and rubs on exterior. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fine with some rubs, accessories are fine. (22-5820/MGM). MODERN. $10,000-15,000.

stock of fancy walnut have elegant semi-gloss finish and point pattern cut checkering. LOP: 14 1/2” over Galazan solid black sporting clays pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. Neutral cast. Weight with 12 ga. bbls. 8 lbs. 6.6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: CSm aluminum luggage case. with 2 bbl. fitted interior & keys. Case contains leatherette documents folder with owners manual, spec. sheet & warranty papers. Choke box contains extra 12 ga & 20 ga choke tubes with wrenches. Each gauge has the standard set of 5 Trulock chokes. Additional there are 2 extended 12 ga. cyl.-.730 chokes. Snap caps with swabs for both gauges & gun cloth are included. CONDITION: Near excellent retaining nearly all finish. Bright near excellent bores. (23-2132/DS). MODERN. $6,000-10,000.

2059. CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN

MANUFACTURING CO. RBL-20 LAUNCH

EDITION SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# RBL001133. The 28” rust blue bbls. w/ swamped game rib having brass bead. Comes w/ set of 5 interchangeable chokes. Case hardened boxlock action w/ gold plated SST, ejectors & automatic safety. Receiver has generous coverage of laser scroll engraving Dbl. beaded triggerguard bow w/ long tang . Beavertail walnut forearm w/ Anson release & wrap around point pattern laser cut checkering. Straight grip walnut stock w/ laser cut checkering at wrist. LOP: 14 1/4” to buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6.56 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gold cloth case w/ leather trim & burgundy cloth partitioned interior. Lid has CSMC RBL-20 Launch Edition label. Case contains snap caps, key, case for ear plugs, oil bottle, 2 piece cleaning rod, manual, tan tan choke tube pouch containing wrench & lube, & eye protection. CONDITION: near excellent blue & case colored metal finish. Near excellent wood finish. Bright shiny bores w/ light use. Case has very good appearance w/ several black scuff marks on lid. (23-1275/ MD). MODERN. $3,000-4,500.

2060. CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING CO. RBL-28 SXS SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# RBL005731. The 30” bbls. w/ swamped game rib having brass bead. Water table marked for Skeet & Imp. Cyl. chokes. Case hardened boxlock action w/ gold plated SST & automatic safety. Receiver has laser scroll engraving highlighting a setter on right side & pointer on left. Dbl. beaded triggerguard extends to steel grip cap. Beavertail walnut forearm. Pistol grip walnut stock w/ laser cut checkering at wrist. LOP: 14 1/2” to Galazan black pad. DAC: 1 5/16”. DAH: 1 3/4”. CAST: slight cast on. WEIGHT: 6.14 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gold cloth case w/ leather trim & burgundy cloth partitioned interior. Lid has CSMC RBL-28 label. Case contains snap caps, key, case for ear plugs, oil bottle & 2 piece cleaning rod. CONDITION: near excellent blue & case colored finish. Near excellent wood finish showing scattered dents & a couple of gouges in checkering. Bright shiny bores w/ faint traces of fouling. Case has near excellent appearance w/ light marks. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2091/MD). MODERN. $3,000-5,000.

2061. SPECIAL ORDER CSMC 20 GA. LAUNCH EDITION RBL WITH EJECTORS, CHOKE TUBES, SELF OPENING ACTION, BEAVERTAIL FOREND, SINGLE SELECTIVE TRIGGER AND EXHIBITION WOOD WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# RBL002540. The 28” barrels fitted with choke tubes have CSMC and Launch edition marks on tops. Barrels are fitted with H&H type self opening assist spring. Case hardened trigger plate type action features automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger. Action is laser engraved with large scroll. Capped pistol gripped buttstock of dramatically marbled exhibition European walnut measures 14 3/4” over black hard rubber buttplate. Laser checkering is at grip. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 10 oz.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original gold ballistic cloth case with stitched leather corners lined in burgundy cloth. A Launch Edition label is in lid. Case contains; cleaning equipment, snap caps, oil bottle, shooting glasses and choke tubes in leather wallet. Case is accompanied by its original shipping box with label listing features along with a Galazan catalog and other papers. CONDITION: essentially “as new”, does not appear to have been fired since proof. Mechanically crisp. Case is also nearly “as new”, as are accessories. These popular guns are no longer being manufactured. (23-4793/MGM). MODERN. $3,000-4,500.

2062. CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN

MANUFACTURING CO. RBL-20 LAUNCH

EDITION SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# RBL004069. The 28” rust blue bbls. w/ swamped game rib has a brass front bead; fitted w/ 2 CSMC RBL interchangeable choke tubes. The case hardened boxlock action has gold plated SST, ejectors having assisted opening & automatic safety. Receiver has generous coverage of laser scroll engraving. Dbl. beaded triggerguard bow w/ long tang. Beavertail walnut forearm w/ Anson release & wrap around point pattern laser cut checkering. Straight walnut stock w/ striking burl figure & laser cut checkering at wrist. LOP: 14 3/4” to buttplate. DAC: 1 1/4”. DAH: 1 3/4”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6.19 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Travel case having Cabela’s plaque. Case contains 2 snap caps. CONDITION: near excellent blue & case hardened metal finish w/ one brown spot on bbl. water table. Near excellent forearm wood finish. Very good buttstock finish showing scattered light marks throughout & loss of finish & scratches around buttplate. Bright shiny bores w/ light use. Case has very good appearance w/ marks. (23-4844/MD). MODERN. $2,750-3,750.

2063. CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN

MANUFACTURING CO. RBL-20 LAUNCH

EDITION SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# RBL002530. The 28” rust blue bbls. w/ swamped game rib has a brass front bead. Included is a set of 5 CSMC RBL interchangeable choke tubes. French grey boxlock action w/ gold plated SST, ejectors & automatic safety. Receiver has generous coverage of laser scroll engraving. Dbl. beaded triggerguard bow w/ long tang. Beavertail walnut forearm w/ Anson release & wrap around point pattern laser cut checkering. Pistol walnut stock w/ laser cut checkering at wrist & gray steel pistol cap. LOP: 14 7/8” to black pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 1/32”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6.37 lbs.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gold cloth case w/ leather trim & burgundy cloth partitioned interior. Lid has CSMC RBL Launch Edition label. Case contains 2 chamber mops, case for ear plugs, oil bottle, 2 piece cleaning rod, choke wrench, choke tube pouch containing spare chokes. Also comes w/ shipping box. CONDITION: near excellent blue & grey metal finish. Near excellent wood finish. Bright shiny bores w/ light use. Case has very good appearance w/ light staining on lid. (23-4937/MD). MODERN. $2,750-3,750.

2064. A. H. FOX AE GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 ga. 2 9/16”. S# 300196. One would be hard pressed to find an early AE grade Fox in this condition. Bbls. 28” of Krupp Fluid Steel. Case colored boxlock action w/ early style fine engraving. Double triggers. Selective ejectors. Splinter forend & round knob pistol grip stock of checkered walnut. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. DAC: 1 7/8”. DAH: 3 3/8”. Neutral cast. Bore diameter: R, .659”, L, .659”. Choke constriction: R, .030”, L, .035”. Minimum wall thickness: R, .038”, L, .040”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs, 5.2 ozs. Mfg. 1913. CONDITION: 90% lightly faded bbl. blue. Action retains 60% lightly faded case colors showing wear in carry areas. Wood shows finish & checkering wear w/ numerous scratches & marks. Very good bright bores. (23-4805/DS). CURIO. $3500-5000.

2065. A.H. FOX AE GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 ga. 2 9/16”. S# 302552. Bbls. 28” of Chromox Fluid Compressed Steel. Case colored boxlock action w/ late style deep A grade engraving. Double triggers. Selective ejectors. Splinter forearm w/ round knob stock of checkered black walnut. LOP: 14 1/4” over replacement buttplate. DAC: 2 1/8.

tubes for IC, Mod & IMod with wrench, (2 in gun for skeet & light mod for a total of 5). CONDITION: fine as refinished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a good quality re-black with a few marks. Action recolored and retaining nearly all of these colors. Wood also refinished with some scattered marks, checkering re-cut. Bore are bright and shiny, action is tight, ejectors in time. There are some small chips and gaps in wood at juncture of action and buttstock which show repairs. (23-1268/MGM). C&R. $2,500-4,000.

2067. FINE ORIGINAL “AS FOUND” A. H. FOX CE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-5/8” S# 27721. The 28” barrels fitted with slightly raised matted rib holding two white beads are marked for Chromox fluid steel and with Fox Philadelphia address on tops. There are 1-1/2” triangles of scroll engraving at breech ends. Barrel flats with engine turned sides are marked with S#, grade and Fox proof. Striking number “3” is on bottom of left barrel. Case hardened Fox action with rotary bolt has all correct markings on watertable and features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage open scroll within line and geometric borders, which surrounds game scenes. A pair of quail are on left side of action and snipe are on right, both under “ANSLEY H. FOX”. Bottom of action depicts a setter facing right with grass in foreground and brush behind. Blued trigger guard bow is engraved with scroll, S# is on tang. Nicely fiddle figured and lightly marbled European walnut Fox capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8” over Silver pad. Side panels are checkered and point pattern checkering with curved front borders is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with patent dates stamped on iron has Deeley type release. Contrasting forend tip is missing.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .729. R .728. Restriction: L .038 (Full). R .021 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .032. R .032. STOCK: DAH: 3-3/8”. DAC: 1-15/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-3/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: very fine, barrels retaining over 85% original lusterous blue with a scattering of minor marks and a fair sized scuff on breech area of left barrel. Muzzles remain bright from their original polish. Engine turning is extremely fine on barrel flats and cocking slide. Damascening remains on breech ends. Action retains perhaps as much as 70% original case hardening color which was never very dark as evidenced by color remaining on watertable. Bottom of action and fences show considerable silvering as do top of thumb lever and rear portion of top tang. Original blue on trigger guard remains at about 90% with silvering on sharp edges and some minor marks. Stocks retain nearly all their original oil finish with quite a few light marks and four or five that are fairly heavy, mostly on right side of butt. Checkering shows light wear and is still fairly light in color on grip. Forend checkering has darkened and shows some compressions. Old Silver pad is squashed and petrified. The letters “HGL” are stamped on left side of stock at toe. Forend tip is missing. Bores are bright and shiny without any noted problems. Action is tight; ejectors are in time. (23-1274/MGM). C&R. $2,250-3,000.

2068. SAVAGE FOX STERLINGWORTH EJECTOR SXS SHOTGUN. of Special Alloy Forged Steel. White front sight w/ broken mid bead. Case colored boxlock action w/ borderline engraving. Selective ejectors. Double triggers. Splinter forearm & pistol grip stock of black walnut w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14 3/16” over an aftermarket Jostam pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 5/8”. Near neutral cast. Bore diameter: R, .661, L, .660. Choke constriction: R, .016, L, .039. Minimum wall thickness: R, .033, L, .033. WEIGHT: 6 lbs, 6.6 ozs. Serial number indicates 1939 mfg. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 90% blue showing edge wear w/ scattered marks & spotting. Action retains 60% bright case colors w/ wear in carry areas. Wood has lightly worn finish showing numerous light scratches & marks. Very good bright bores. (23-4809/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,750.

2069. SAVAGE FOX AE GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 ga 2 3/4”. S#: 34299. BBLS. No. 3 weight of Special Alloy Forged Steel shortened to 28 25/16”, Steel front bead. Case colored boxlock action has deep style scroll engraving. Selective ejectors and double trigger. Splinter forend and hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut have hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over original buttplate. DAC. 15/8”. DAH 2 3/4”. Neutral cast. Bore Diameter: RT .731, LT .732. Choke Constriction: RT .034. Lt .033. Weight 7 lbs., 3.4 ozs. CONDITION: Bbls retain over 80% lightly faded blue. Action shows 70% lightly faded colors with silvering in carry areas. Stocks have very good finish & checkering. Tight action. Very good bright bores. (23-1300/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,200.

2070. ITHACA EARLY FLUES MODEL GRADE 4 SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 ga. 2 9/16”. S# 201342. Bbls. 30” of fine Damascus steel. Shotgun is nitro proofed which is rare & desirable. Brass front bead. Case colored boxlock action. Grade 4 engraving featuring game scenes of pointing dogs on sides w/ a quail on floor plate & woodcock on the trigger guard bow. Scenes are surrounded by arabesque scroll & fancy borders. Gold finished double triggers. Plain extractors. Ebony tipped splinter forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy black walnut. Features include segmented Fluer-de-Lis hand checkering & gold shield in toeline. LOP: 14 7/16” over original buttplate. DAC: 1 7/8. DAH: 2 3/4. Neutral cast. Bore diameter: R, .664, L, .661. Choke constriction: R, .005, L, .019. Minimum wall thickness: R, .037, L, .040. WEIGHT: 6 lbs, 14.4 ozs. Mfg. 1910. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retain over 90% gray toned browned finish showing vivid Damascus pattern. Action retains 80% bright case colors showing wear in carry areas. Wood has good original finish & checkering showing scattered scratches & handling marks. Very good bright bores. (23-4808/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.

2071. IVER JOHNSON SKEETER SXS SHOTGUN.

Cal. 410 ga. 3”. S# 2658E. Bbls. 28” w/ white front bead. Fixed Skeet & Skeet chokes. Blued boxlock action w/ double triggers & extractors. Beavertail forearm & straight grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over original owl’s head buttplate. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 7/8”. Neutral cast. WEIGHT: 6 lbs, 6.6 oz. Mfg. 1931-33. CONDITION: bbls. retain 98% original blue. Action retains over 90% blue showing edge wear. Wood has added finish over a few light marks. Near excellent bores. (23-4806/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.

2072. HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION LEFEVER ARMS CO. DS GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 66515. The lowest grade offered by Lefever these guns are seldom found in good condition. This little used example has 28” barrels fitted with flat matted rib with straight extension. Bottoms of barrels are stamped with S#. Case hardened action with automatic safety and double triggers is devoid of engraving or cocking indicators. Maker’s name and address is stamped on each lockplate. Patent dates, the last being 1907, are on trigger plate. Blued trigger guard is not engraved with S#. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of plain European walnut measures 13 5/8” over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has spring tension release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .726. R .726. Restriction: L .032 (Full). R .000 (Cyl). Wall thickness: L .024. R .022. STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 5/8”.

WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Metal retaining over 95% original finish with just some high edge wear evident on sides of rib and bottom of action. There are two scratches in blue of trigger guard. Stocks retain essentially all of original oil finish with some minor bumps. There are small chips behind lockplates and some incipient cracks on left side. Bores are bright and shiny with some minor dents in right barrel 13” from muzzle. Mechanically good. (23-4970/MGM). CURIO. $1,800-2,500.

2073. EARLY HIGH GRADE HOLLENBECK GUN CO. DRILLING. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-1/2” Rifle

Cal. 32-40. S# 16. The Hollenbeck Gun Co. began production around 1901 and the action patent date is February 13, 1900. This combination gun is S# 16, undoubtedly made during the first year of production. It has 28” damascus shotgun barrels of very high quality American Flag or “Stars and Stripes” pattern. Rifle barrel is steel. Matted top rib holds interesting multi-position “V” notch rear sight which folds almost flat for shotgun use. Front sight is a blade type with a silver bead. Root of rear rib extension is engraved “DAMASCUS STEEL”. Large barrel lump contains unusual cocking mechanism with rollers that engage cocking arms in boxlock lock type action. Case hardened action features automatic safety and double triggers. Rifle cocking lever with half cock notch, is in front of elongated trigger guard bow. Action and barrels are engraved in what appears to be Grade 2 style with varying size scroll within geometric borders surrounding oval dog scenes on sides: setter on left, pointing pointer on right. There is some engraving on barrels. Trigger plate is engraved “Hollenbeck Gun Co” “Wheeling, W. VA.” Two birds are on trigger guard bow; S# is on tang. Buttstock with pistol grip having cyma curve bottom with inlet ebony accent measures 141/4” over hard rubber Hollenbeck Gun Co. buttplate. Stock is of very nicely streaked and lightly fiddle figured European walnut. Very well cut borderless point pattern checkering is on semi-diamond grip. Matching forend with steel tip has checkering with rounded outlines to pattern and unique Hollenbeck release with push forward release button in shaped escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .730. R .730. Restriction: L .035 (full). R .037 (full). Wall thickness: L .032. R .027. STOCK: DAH: 2-7/8”. DAC: 1-9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/4”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 2 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with green canvas case with leather trim; lined in green felt. CONDITION: very fine. Barrels retaining most of their original brown with very fine definition to spectacular damascus pattern. Action retains a large amount of its case hardening color which is quite strong where protected and fades to mottled gray at carrying points. Stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish with some scattered handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny throughout. Action is tight; barrels are on face; mechanically fine. A very fine example of this important American drilling. Over the years the same gun was made by Hollenbeck with a change of name to Three Barrel Gun Co. around 1905 and to Royal Gun Co. around 1910. (23-997/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

wraps over the top of the wrist. Forearm has extensive checkering on upper and lower sections. LOP: 14 3/8” to a wood butt with French style skip line hand checkering. DAC: 1 5/8”. DAH: 1 7/8”. Stock has approx. 3/8” cast off. Both bbls. are 27 5/8” with narrow 5mm hand matted vent ribs. Original choke markings on both bbls. are 2 stars under and 1 over, signifying M & F. (Bbl. No. 1) Small steel front bead. Bore diameter: U .723, O .727”. Choke constriction: U .017”, O .038”. Minimum wall thickness: U .040”, O .036”. (Bbl. No. 2) Large steel front bead. Bore diameter: U .727”, O .728”. Choke constriction: U .016”, O .021”. Minimum wall thickness: U .030”, O .028”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs, 14 ozs. Mfg. in Belgium for the European market in 1967. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Hartman 2 bbl. set case with white plastic handle insert, fleece lining and original key. Case is in very good condition. CONDITION: near excellent showing little if any use. Bbls. and action retain over 98% original finish. Bbl. set no. 2 shows light slide wear from forearm with small mark on right side of bottom bbl. Stock has excellent wood finish. Checkering on left side of wrist has a few bruised diamonds. Forearm 2 has small handling marks on left side at tip. All bores are bright and near excellent. (23-650/DS). CURIO. $10,000-15,000.

top rear, in front of 1-1/2” triangle of exceptionally well cut shaded scroll. Blued A5 action is also engraved with near full coverage of this scroll which is outlined by very attractive border of flush gold inlaid individual double ended scrolls, separated by small three rayed sunbursts. This eye catching treatment surrounds ovate game scenes on sides with four mallard ducks flying around a pond on left and four pheasant, one appears to be falling from the sky, on right. Scroll and gold treatment extends to trigger guard bow and tang. This fine work appears to be of factory quality however, a brief search cannot find where this pattern or this grade was offered. Also, no engraver’s signature is found so it must be assumed that this is custom work. Round knob buttstock of relatively plain European walnut measures 14-1/2” over brown A&F marked pad. Fancy pattern flat top checkering with fleur-de-lis patterns is at grip and a vacant gold oval is on toeline. Forend wood with finger grooves appears to be of standard grade. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2-5/8”. DAC: 1-5/8”. LOP: 14-1/2”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 6 oz. CONDITION: fine as custom finished. Barrel retaining nearly all of an old re-blue. Action retains nearly all of a custom blue most likely applied after engraving was finished. There are a few small scattered patches of rust, mostly on left side above trigger. Stocks retain most of an old oil finish, possibly original, with added oil. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically good. (232051/MGM). C&R. $3,500-5,500.

2075. BEAUTIFULLY ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID FN BROWNING A5 SEMI-AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 310332 (1950). The 29-1/2” plain barrel choked full, is marked “FABRIQUE NATIONALE D’ARMES DE GUERRE HERSTAL-BELGIQUE” on

1 9/16”. DAH: 2”. Stock has a slight cast off. WEIGHT: 5 lbs, 15 oz. CONDITION: near excellent retaining virtually all wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bores. (23-4758/DS). CURIO. $20,000-30,000.

Both bbls. have red target front sights w/ white mid beads. Boxlock action w/ gold finished single selective trigger & selective ejectors. Diana grade engraving features marsh scene w/ mallards on right side, upland scene w/ pheasants on left, flushing partridge on the bottom w/ rabbits on the trigger guard bow. Scenes are surrounded by foliate scroll w/ flowing banners & straight line borders that continue to the forearm irons. Engraver signature “Legiers” is found at bottom of game scenes on both sides of action. Charles Legiers engraved at FN in the 1950s-60s, later he was professor of engraving at Ecole d’Armererie de Liege. Lightning style forearms & round knob pistol grip stock of fancy European walnut. LOP: 14 1/8” over Browning ventilated pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 1 7/8”. Neutral cast. WEIGHT w/ 26 1/2” bbls: 6 lbs, 5.8 oz.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning 2 bbl. set case. Case interior shows wear & small tears. White plastic handle insert is missing. Mfg. 1960.

CONDITION: both bbls. retain over 97% blue showing slight edge wear. Action has lightly worn gray finish. Original wood finish shows scattered small scratches & marks. All bores are bright & near excellent. (23-4812/DS). CURIO. $12,000-16,000.

Barrels are marked for modified and full chokes. Acanthus scroll engraving is at breech ends. Blued small size Browning O/U action features selective gold plated trigger. Action is engraved in usual Midas style, as originated by noted engraver Louis Vrancken, with full coverage, large open shaded acanthus scroll surrounding semi-relief gold inlaid game birds within swept and scrolled gold lines. A trio of pheasant fly into open meadow on left side, and three ducks erupt from bushes and fly over a pond on right. A quail flies across bottom of action. Engraver’s signature “G. CARGNEL” is at bottom right of pheasant scene. Trigger guard has usual vacant shield on bow. Strikingly marbled and lightly figured flesh toned European walnut long tang, round knob buttstock measures 14 3/8” over hard rubber Browning buttplate. Usual fancy pattern closely spaced checkering wraps over top of grip. Field type forend matches well and is captive on barrels with usual Browning latch. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: U .613. O .611. RESTRICTION U .020 (mod). O .032 (full). Wall thickness U .042. O .038. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 10 oz. CONDITION: fine as restored. Barrels and action retaining nearly all good quality reblue with a hint of subsquent silvering on thumb piece and sharp edges. Stocks appear to be new factory replacements and have one or two fairly deep dents and light scratches, most notabley a 1” fairly deep scratch on left side of buttstock and a 3/4” x 3/8” dent in grip checkering to the left of top tang. Bores are bright and shiny, action is tight, mechanically good. (22-5842/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-13,000.

2079. NICELY RESTORED 1963 VINTAGE 20 GA. BROWNING MIDAS GRADE SUPERPOSED GAME GUN ENGRAVED BY GINO CARGNEL. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# 29485V3. The 28” barrels with narrow matted ventilated rib have St. Louis & Montreal addresses on left side of top barrel along with “MADE IN BELGIUM”. Right side has steel, gauge and patent info.

shot gun introduced in 1977 to replace the Pigeon thru Midas grades. The P2 had engraving coverage similar the the former Diana Grade. Very few P2’s were hand engraved and signed. This rare gun is signed by FN Master Engraver Jose Baerten on both side of the receiver. Gold inlay waterfowl and dog are featured on the action sides & floorplate. Balance of action & forearm have foliate engraving & greyed finish. Selective ejectors. gold finished SST. Lightning forearm and flat knob long tang stock of Exhibition grade walnut have 25 LPI hand checkering and oil finish. LOP: 14 1/4” over original brown ventilated Browning pad. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 3/4”. The 28” vent rib bbls. have fixed Mod & Full chokes. Weight. 7 lbs. 3.6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Browning, Airways naugahyde covered luggage case. CONDITION: Very good used, retaining over 97% bbl. blue. Greyed action finish shows light wear in carry areas. Wood shows carry wear with scattered handling marks. Very good bright bores. (23-2137/DS). MODERN. $7,000-10,000.

toe line is engraved with initials “MAC”. Each bbl. set has an individual matching forend with point pattern wrap around checkering. BBL. 1: 28” with fixed Mod & full chokes. BBL. 2: 26 1/2” with fixed IC & Mod chokes. Both bbls have hand matted vent ribs and white front beads. 1965 Belgian mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Browning Style “SB” 2 bbl set Superposed luggage case. The Grade “B” case was a best value” case with black leatherette covering. It was discontinued in 1957. Case lid has an area of scrapes on right side. Case interior is loose in some spots. The original gold Superposed hang tag is present. CONDITION: Very good used condition. Over 85% action blue showing carry wear on receiver edges and trigger guard. Trigger has over 50% gold finish. Both bbls retain over 97% blue and have bright near excellent bores. Original wood finish shows a few light scratches & marks. Action is tight & on face.

PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1636/DS). CURIO. $6,000-8,000.

IN BELGIUM” are on top barrel. Small size coin finished O/U action with gold plated selective single trigger is engraved in normal pointer style, with well cut scroll surrounding oval scenes of dogs on sides. A setter retrieving a duck is on left side and a pointer retrieving a pheasant on right. Both of these delicately cut scenes are signed “M. MAGIS”. A pair of quail are on bottom of action and two pheasant; one taking wing, are on trigger guard bow. Long tang round knob buttstock of nicely streaked light colored European walnut measures 13-1/2” over newer black open sided white line pad. Multi point pattern checkering is at grip. Captive field forend matches well. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: O .621. U .621. Restriction: O .014 (Mod.) U .005 (IC). Wall thickness: O .040. U .039. STOCK: DAH: 2-1/8”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13-1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 5 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a brown vinyl Browning case lined in dark brown faux fur. CONDITION: very fine. Mostly original, barrels retaining over 80% original blue with scattered light scratches and marks and high edge wear. Action retains nearly all original factory gray finish with some slight evidence of wear and some darkening. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their original finish with a fair scattering of light marks and scratches. Checkering remains light in color. Pad is a later replacement and not well fitted. Bores are bright and shiny, though a bit dirty. Mechanically fine. (23-2134/MGM). C&R. $5,000-8,000.

coin finish; stocks with renewed oil finish; checkering compenantly re-cut. Gun exhibits subsequent poor storage with spots of rusting mostly on left side of top barrel, right side of action and on left side of locking lump. Light cleaning shows improvement, a good cleaning should help. Bores are bright and shiny. Action shows just a hint of looseness. Mechanically good. Case is good with rust stains in interior. (23-1706/MGM). C&R. $4,000-6,000.

2084. 20 GA. BROWNING SUPPERPOSED PIGEON GRADE FIELD GUN WITH CUSTOM HYDROCOIL STOCK WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 6606 (1953). The 28” demi-bloc barrels with narrow matted ventilated rib are made without side ribs. Browning St. Louis address is the only one on top barrel along with chamber, patent and Belgium information. Barrels are marked for cylinder and cylinder chokes. Coin finish, small size Browning action with gold plated single selective trigger is engraved in usual pigeon style with pigeons flying through open scroll on sides, rose bouquet on bottom and relief carved oak leaves and acorns on top fence. Custom made Hydrocoil buttstock of very attractively marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14-1/4” over black thin pad when in extended position. Stock measures 13” when collapsed. Rosewood grip cap has inlet gold diamond engraved “ROH” and grip checkering has relief carved and scrolled borders. Semi-beavertail captive forend matches well. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: O .620. U .621. Restriction: O .000 (cyl). U .000 (cyl). Wall thickness: O .049. U .048. STOCK: DAH: 1-5/8”. DAC: 1-5/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/4” when extended. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with a brown vinyl Browning case lined in brown fuzzy faux fur. CONDITION: fine as completely refurbished. Barrels retaining nearly all old re-blue over some scratches and marks. Choke markings re-stamped. Action remains silver gray as refinished. Engraving somewhat softened. Newer custom stocks retain nearly all of their shiny finish. Checkering lightly worn. Hydrocoil mechanism not working requires air at a minimum. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is slightly loose. Barrels slightly off face. Mechanically good. Case is good. (23-2138/MGM). C&R. $3,000-5,000.

2085. REFURBISHED LONG TANG PIGEON GRADE BROWNING SUPERPOSED GAME GUN WITH 20 GA. TUBE SET AND CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 93756 (1961). The 30” barrels fitted with slightly raised matted ventilated rib are marked for mod and full chokes. St. Louis and Montreal addresses along with chamber information, patents and “MADE IN BELGIUM” are on top barrel. Coin finished action with gold plated single selective trigger is engraved in usual pigeon style with pairs of pigeons flying through scroll on both sides. Rose bouquets are on bottom. Top fence is nicely relief carved with oak leaves and acorns. Long tang, square knob buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 14-1/2” over Browning trap type pad. Standard checkering is at grip. Target type captive forend matches well. Barrels are fitted with 20 ga. full length tubes (not removed so bores etc. are not inspected).

MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1-3/4”. DAC: 1-3/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/2”. WEIGHT with tubes: 9 lb. 0 oz.

UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a brown vinyl Browning case, lined in dark brown faux fur and contains a key. CONDITION: fine as refinished, retaining nearly all factory type finishes on wood and metal with only minor handling and assembly marks. Checkering lightly worn and does not appear to be re-cut. 12 ga. bores are not inspected or measured. Tube bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically good. Case is good. (23-2136/MGM). C&R. $2,500-3,500.

2088. STUNNING BROWNING EXHIBITION GRADE HIGH POWER BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 222 Rem. S# 519Z75. Special Browning Custom Shop rifle mfg in Belgium in 1975. Receiver, floorplate, trigger guard and breech end of bbl. have exquisite raised gold inlay. The front receiver ring depicts 2 coyotes with 4 prairie dogs on the floorplate and a bobcat portrait on the trigger guard bow. The scenes are surrounded and highlighted by gold inlay scroll and straight line borders. The gold filled S# is on the right side of the rear receiver ring and the master engraver’s signature “Jose Baerton” is found on the left side. Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock of oil finished exhibition grade thin shell walnut. The stock’s dark color is accented by orange tones found throughout the striking burl & fiddle figure. The fine hand checkering is bordered by deep relief foliate hand carving and circular punch borders. Other features include contrasting wood forend tip and flared grip cap with white line spacers, swivel bases and Browning buttplate. A brass oval presentation plate is located at bottom of the grip cap. Light sporter weight 22 1/2” bbl. Hooded ramp bead front with island mounted folding leaf rear sight. Weight 6 lbs. 9 oz. CONDITION: very fine, appears unfired retaining nearly all original finish, showing only the slightest marks on the stock. Excellent bright bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-4781/DS). MODERN. $15,000-25,000.

scenes

feature elk

moose on the front receiver

features a standing grizzly & the trigger guard depicts a snarling mountain lion. The engraving is triple signed; receiver by R. Greco, floorplate by R. Dewil and trigger guard by J. Baerton. Gold finished trigger. Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock of gloss finished fancy walnut has the original Browning pad. Features include contrasting forend tip & grip cap with white line spacers and swivel bases. Fine hand checkering on wrist & forend is bordered by elaborate floral carving with stippled backgrounds. Weight, 8 lbs., 9.6 ozs. 1967 Belgium mfg. CONDITION: Over 99% metal finish. Wood shows a few small marks & spots of blistering. bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23=1648/DS). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

2089. BROWNING OLYMPIAN TRIPLE SIGNED BELGIAN BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 338 Win Mag. s#. 7P44305. Bbl. 24” sporter weight without sights. FN long extractor action with satin chrome finish & right side safety. Bolt is numbered to the rifle. Receiver & bottom metal have foliate scroll hand engraving surrounding

that

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ring. The floorplate

a standing

a snarling mountain lion. The engraving is triple signed by Cortis, Lambert & Marachal. Gold finished trigger. Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock of gloss finished fancy walnut has the original Browning pad. Features include contrasting forend tip & grip cap with white line spacers and swivel bases. Fine hand checkering on wrist & forend is bordered by elaborate floral carving with stippled backgrounds. Weight, 8 lbs., 10 ozs. 1970

Belgium mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Browning letter confirming Olympian grade and further stating: “sold to: / Goldstocks / COR Broadway & Franklin / Schenectady, NY 12305 / Sales Date: May 21, 1971 /

Invoice Number: 058985”. CONDITION: Metal retains over 99% finish. Wood finish shows a few spots of crazing. When removed from the stock the bbl. & action show no evidence of salt. Near excellent bore.

PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1649/DS). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

2090. BROWNING OLYMPIAN ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm Rem Mag. S# 57610L70. Bbl. 24” sporter weight without sights. FN short extractor action with satin chrome finish & right side safety. Bolt has matching no. Receiver & bottom metal have foliate scroll hand engraving surrounding scenes that feature elk & moose on the front receiver ring. The floorplate features

grizzly & the trigger guard depicts

2092. BROWNING MEDALLION GRADE SAKO ACTION VARMINT RIFLE WITH SWAROVSKI SCOPE AND GAME LIGHT. Cal. .243 Win. S# 12977-Z69. The 22” light weight barrel without sights has caliber, S# and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on rear along with some scroll engraving. Sako action with gold plated trigger and hinged floorplate is engraved in medallion style with open scroll. A big horn ram is on floorplate. Capped pistol grip stock of fine quilt figure lightly streaked European walnut measures 13-3/4” over Browning buttplate. Stock features Monte Carlo comb, swept right hand cheekpiece, rosewood forend tip and grip cap. Skipline checkering with fancy border and reinforcing stock bolt. Rifle is fitted with 1” tube Swarovski Habicht 3-9X scope with duplex reticle in 1” Conetrol rings and mounts. Scope in turn, is fitted with large diameter night hunting flash light with red filter. Rifle also comes with brown leather basket weave pattern cobra type sling with QD loops. CONDITION: good to fine. Metal showing considerable wear. Stock with old refinish has some marks, checkering is sanded or worn, almost smooth. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically good. Scope is fine with some marks, optically clear; rubber eye piece is loose, should be re-glued. Light is good and in working order. Stock wood tests positive for salt. Little metal damage noted except for some red rust in recoil bolt and on buttplate screws. (23-1441/MGM). C&R. $3,000-4,500.

2093. BROWING MEDALLION GRADE BOLT RIFLE IN .338 WIN MAG WITH CASE. Cal. 338 Win Mag. S# 64085L72 (1972). The 24” medium weight barrel has Utah and Montreal addresses, S# and caliber marked at center portion of barrel. In its list of calibers sorted by rarity the Blue Book does not include the .338, so it may be fairly rare, although quite a few examples are found for sale. The FN type push feed Mauser action has side safety, gold plated trigger and hinged floorplate. Barrel and action are engraved with well cut open scroll having some acanthus highlights. Engraving on floorplate surrounds a stylized rams head. Pistol grip buttstock made of crotch figured American walnut measures 13-3/4” over brown Browning pad and features: Monte Carlo comb with swept right hand cheekpiece, stock reinforcing bolts, rosewood forend and grip cap, with contrasting white wood spacers. Skipline checkering has fancy crenulated border. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is housed in its original brown vinyl Browning case lined in brown faux fur which contains instruction book, keys and sling loops. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears to be unfired since proof with only a few very minor handling and assembly marks in all factory finishes. Bottom of bolt knob shows some staining. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically fine. (23-2139/MGM). C&R. $2,500-3,500.

2094. BROWNING COLLECTOR’S ASSOCIATION

SPECIAL EDITION

10TH ANNIVERSARY SET. GUN 1: 22 Takedown 10th anniversary special edition. No. 30 of 155 mfg. in 1989. Cal. 22 Short. S# 00030BCA10. Bbl. 19 3/8”. Coin finished engraved action features vignettes w/ a squirrel on the right, cottontail rabbit on the top & a running fox on the left. Highlights of scroll engraving are found on either side of the scenes & at the front as well as rear of the receiver. Trigger guard bow has a matching scroll highlight. Engraving is signed “P. Lallemand”. Gold finished trigger. Bead front sight w/ folding leaf rear sight. Beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of gloss finished walnut w/ hand checkering. Mag. tube inserts through the grooved steel buttplate & loads on the right side. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning luggage case w/ blue velour fitted interior. Inside lid of case has a 10th anniversary brass plaque. Case contains key. CONDITION: as new, appears unfired. (23-4769/DS). GUN 2: Renaissance metalist no. 30 of 60 mfg. in 1986. Cal. 22 LR. S# 655PT00030. Bbl. 6 3/4” w/ vent rib & patridge front sight as well as square notch adj. rear sight. French gray finished action & bbl. have full coverage Renaissance grade scroll engraving. Engraving is signed “Lewanczyk”. Gold finished grooved trigger. Schnable tipped forearm & thumb rest target stocks of gloss finished walnut have fancy hand checkering w/ carving & beaded borders. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning pistol case w/ maroon velour fitted interior. CONDITION: as new, appears unfired. (23-4770/DS). BOTH MODERNS. $6,000-9,000.

excellent bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3640/NW). CURIO. $1.000-1,500.

fitted with narrow matted ventilated rib, solid side ribs and choke tubes. Maker’s name and address are on left ejector housing and importer, “Perazzi USA” are on right. Bottom of monobloc is stamped with the year 2000 Italian nitro proofs and grade. Coin finished, low profile, small O/U Perazzi action is fitted with ornamental side plates and gold plated single selective trigger in blued firing group housing. Action is engraved with full coverage small scroll as background for acanthus and floral highlights in Renaissance style. Engraver’s signature “Creative Art” is on trigger plate. Very finely marbled and well figured European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8” over thin black leather faced pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching slim one piece field forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2-1/4”. DAC: 1-1/2”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 5 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original silver ABS Perazzi embossed case. Interior is lined in olive cloth and contains: paperwork in thin red wallet and red plastic container holding 5 choke tubes (2 tubes in gun for a total of 7) and another plastic case holding 2 extended tubes marked for skeet and modified. CONDITION: exceptionally fine with only scant evidence of being fired. There are faint firing halos on breech face. There are are very few faint handling and assembly marks on all surfaces. Mechanically fine. Case is also very fine. This gun currently retails for well over $58,000. (23-4760/MGM). MODERN. $30,000-50,000.

Bottom of

is stamped with the year 2000 Italian nitro proofs and grade. Coin finished, low profile, small O/U Perazzi action is fitted with ornamental side plates and gold plated single selective trigger in blued firing group housing. Action is engraved with near full coverage small scroll with floral highlights which offsets bullino game and dog scenes that continue onto sideplates. A pair of golden retrievers watch a mallard take wing in marsh setting on left side, while a group of pintail ducks settle into a cattail marsh on right. Bottom of action portrays a pair of mallards flying over a marsh. Engraver’s signature “GAMBA” is on trigger plate (Lorenzo Gamba born in 1954 engraves guns for numerous Italian, English, German and American gunmakers). Exhibition quality extravagantly marbled European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching slim one piece field forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1-7/8”. DAC: 1-3/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 2 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original dark brown leather covered Perazzi marked case. Interior is lined in Perazzi marked cloth and contains: paperwork in thin red wallet, stock removal tool, bags for barrels and action and black plastic container holding 4 choke tubes and wrench (2 tubes in gun for a total of 6). CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears essentially “as new” with almost no evidence of having been fired since proof. There are only a scattering of miniscule handling and assembly marks on all surfaces. Case is also very fine. This gun currently retails for well over $45,000. (23-4761/MGM). MODERN. $30,000-45,000.

2097. FINE PERAZZI MX20C SIDEPLATE SCO GAME GUN ENGRAVED BY LORENZO GAMBA WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 118931 (2000). The 281/2” monobloc barrels are fitted with narrow matted ventilated rib, solid side ribs and choke tubes. Maker’s name and address are on left ejector housing and importer, “Perazzi USA” are on right.

monobloc

2098.

46087.

was

in 1975 as a double/single set. A new set of 20 Ga. barrels made specially for this gun in 1997. All barrel sets are fitted with raised ventilated ribs, doubles with ventilated side ribs, 12 Ga. double barrels are ported and fitted with fixed chokes and are 30” long. Matching single barrel with screw choke is 34”. These barrel sets are marked “Manifattura Armi Perazzi (Brescia)” and “MADE IN ITALY”. The 20 Ga. set is marked “Perazzi BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on monobloc. S# of the 20 Ga. barrels is 98787, S# of this gun is also stamped. These barrels have fixed choke in top barrel; screw choke in bottom. Coin finished MX8 action with blued removable trigger group features non automatic safety and single non selective trigger. Action is engraved with full coverage large shaded acanthus scroll as counter point to well detailed bullino game scenes. A setter pointing a flock of departing partridge in open meadow is on left side, with a pair of setters pointing and honoring unseen quarry are on right. Bottom of action depicts a pair of mallards settling into a marsh. No engravers signature is found. Well marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 3/8” over Perazzi trap style open sided pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Each barrel set has its own target type one piece forend. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: 12 Ga. Doubles O .725. U .725. Restriction: O.040 (Full). U .020. (Mod). STOCK: DAH: 1 5/8”. DAC: 1 5/8+”. CAST: neutral LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 0 oz. 20 Ga. BBLS: Bore Diameter: O.622. Restriction: O .032 (Full) U screw chokes. STOCK: DAH: 1 1/2”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 3/8”.

WEIGHT: 8 lb. 2 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun and barrels come with a tan leather case with stitched leather corners. Interior is lined in burgundy velvet with Leonard Puccimelli Armi Fabbri label in lid. Case contains: unengraved spare trigger group marked “O/U”. (Engraved group in gun is also marked “O/U”). Gun and barrels do not all fit in case.

CONDITION: very fine as lightly restored probably at time newer barrels were fitted. Barrels retaining nearly all their blue with some light silvering. Action lightly cleaned showing no staining. Buttstock with oil touch up; checkering lightly worn. Checkering on forends show some darkening on 12 bore. 20 bore is “near new”. All bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Case shows light scuffs, straps and handle are good, interior cloth is good. (23-4768/MGM). MODERN. $25,000-40,000.

PERAZZI SC3 WITH 3 BARREL SETS; 12 GA. DOUBLE & SINGLE WITH LATER 20 GA. O/U SET WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” & 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S#

This gun

made

flats are stamped with 1998 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4” chambers. Coin finished, low profile, small size O/U action is fitted with non-removable blued trigger and firing group holding gold plated single selective trigger. Action is engraved in usual SCO style with a background of small scroll which has acanthus and floral highlights. This fine work surrounds exceptional bullino game scenes with a group of chucker partridge taking wing on left side and with two pointers pointing and honoring a flushing partridge on right. Bottom of action portrays a pointer retrieving a partridge. Signature “Bottega C. Giovanelli inc. E. Fatti” (Cesare Giovanelli is a very highly regarded Italian engraver of the “Golden Age” and founder of a renowned engraving school. Info on E. Fatti (or is it Ratti) can not be found with a brief internet search). Straight grip buttstock made of a very fine piece of well marbled and finely figured European walnut measures 14-1/2” over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece field forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: slightly off. LOP: 14-1/2”. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a red ABS tan leather trimmed Perazzi marked case lined in blue Perazzi cloth. Case contains: paperwork and invoice in red folder, stock removal tool, tube of Perazzi lubricant and plastic bottle with spare strikers and springs. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears almost unfired with only a few handling and assembly marks on all surfaces. Mechanically crisp. A rare dynamic little gun. (23-4762/ MGM). MODERN. $25,000-35,000.

profile O/U action is fitted with gold plated single selective trigger in blued trigger group. Action is engraved by the celebrated Mario Terzi with a background of very small simple scroll having grape leaf accent as counterpoint to exceptionally well detailed bullino game scenes of waterfowl theme. A pair of mallards settling into a cattail marsh are on left side and a pair of mallard drakes are taking wing from the same marsh on right. Bottom of action portrays a Springer spaniel retrieving a mallard. Mario Terzi’s signature is found in a small rectangle on right side of trigger group housing beside front of trigger guard. Beautifully marbled and somewhat stump figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8” over thin black leather faced pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching slim field forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1-7/8”. DAC: 1-1/4+”. CAST: slightly off. LOP: 14-5/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 15 oz.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with its original dark brown leather covered ABS case with Perazzi markings on exterior. Case is lined in brown printed Perazzi marked cloth and contains: factory paperwork in red wallet, invoice, stock removal tool and bags for barrels and action. CONDITION: exceptionally fine with scant evidence of firing and only a few very minor assembly and handling marks on wood and metal. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically crisp. Case is also very fine. Current retail for this model is well in excess of $30,000. Mario Terzi’s engraving would be a large upgrade. (23-4759/MGM).

MODERN. $20,000-30,000.

profile action has removal trigger/firing group with gold plated internals. Safety in non-automatic; trigger is non-selective. Action is engraved with full coverage of well cut scroll that has some floral and foliage highlights which surrounds good Bulino renderings of game birds on sides; a pair of pheasant in open brush land on left and a pair of pintails settling into marsh on right. Bottom of action is engraved with spaniel retrieving a mallard. Engravers signature “Galeazzi F.” is on action to right of trigger group. Blued top lever, trigger group housing and trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll and blossoms. Extreme pistol grip buttstock made of finely veined and fiddle figured European walnut measures 14” over thin black Perazzi pad. Grip with right hand palm swell is checkered in point pattern. Matching one piece forend with schanbled tip has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1-9/16”. CAST: about 5/8” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7lb. 14oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with its original blue canvas, tan leather trimmed Perazzi hard case. Interior is lined in blue cloth and contains: instruction manual, warranty card, stock removal tool, spare parts kit (containing main spring, strikers and wrench), a tube of Perazzi special lubricant and bags for barrels and action. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Has seen perhaps 100 shots as evidenced by very slight firing halos on breech face. Otherwise, gun retains all fine factory finishes on wood and metal with a few minor handling and assembly marks. There is some slight rusting on left side of mono-bloc which should clean up well. Case is very fine with some rubs on exterior, interior fine. (23-1699/MGM). MODERN. $10,000-15,000.

emanating from their mouths. Bottom of action depicts gold angels holding dead game while a rampant lion is on trigger guard bow. Semi-relief scroll is on top lever and safety button. This well done work is by Bill Mains famous ex-Colt engraver who’s buffalo signature is gold inlaid on bottom of action and trigger plate. Extreme ambidextrous pistol grip stock is made of green wood laminate and measures 14-3/4” over black “Kick-eez” pad. An adjustable comb has been fitted. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching target type forend has Anson type push button release. MEASUREMENTS: LOP: 14-3/4”. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 7 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Metal retaining nearly all original blue. Stocks have only a few minor marks. Bright shiny bore. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2098/MGM) MODERN. $6,000-9,000.

single trigger. Safety is non-automatic. Action is engraved in SC3 style with attractively cut large flowing shaded scroll which surrounds game scenes on sides and bottom. Left side portrays a trio of dogs; two setters and a pointer, all pointing a pair of nested quail. Right side shows setter and pointer watching a flock of departing quail; while the bottom portrays a pair of ducks settling into a marsh. No engraver’s signature is found. Straight grip buttstock made of attractively marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14” over solid red “Decelerator” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece beavertail type forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: O .725. U .725. Restriction: O .004 (IC). U .004 (IC). Wall thickness: O .026. U .028. STOCK: DAH: 2-1/16”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 9 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Barrels retaining nearly of a new re-black. Action shows some light cleaning with some remaining frosting in beads. Stocks retain most of their original finish with some areas worn through on high edges. Checkering shows moderate wear. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight although top lever stops a considerable distance left of center. Mechanically good. There is some discoloration from chemical bleed out on interior of forend iron with some rusting evident at front of mono-bloc left side of bottom barrel. (23-2177/MGM). C&R. $6,000-9,000.

2104. CUSTOM ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID PERAZZI MX8 WITH STOCKS

BY BRENT UMBERGER INCLUDING 28

GA TUBE SET AND CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 38745. The 30” monobloc barrels with raised ventilated rib and ventilated side ribs are fitted with choke tubes. Ithaca retailer and Perazzi info along with MX8 are on monobloc. Bottom is stamped with 1971 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished action with removable trigger group features gold plated single non selective trigger for O/U and blocked out safety. Action is engraved with sprays of well cut shaded scroll within gold line borders surrounding nicely detailed dog and bird scenes, with pointing setter on left and pointer on right sides. A gold inlaid woodcock is on bottom of action. Engraver’s signature “F.L. Conroy ‘95” “-FEGA-” are on trigger group. Per Consignor, trigger group engraved by Frank Conroy & remainder engraved by Joseph Depasquale. Beautifully marbled and lightly figured European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14 3/4” over black Kick Eez pad and features attractively designed flowing incised carving and ribbons through checkering pattern on grip with right had palm swell. Hard rubber grip cap has gold oval on bottom marked “BRENT UMBERGER” “MASTER STOCKMAKER”. Matching one piece forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1 13/16”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: about 3/8” off. LOP: 14 3/4”. WEIGHT: 8lb. 7oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in aluminum Americase marked “Briley” which contains: 28 Ga. full length barrel tubes by Briley with installation and removal tool, 28 Ga. choke tubes, 12 Ga. choke tubes with wrenches and stock removal tool. CONDITION: very fine as custom finished, retaining nearly all high quality finishes on wood and metal. Mechanically fine. Case and accessories are fine. (23-4838/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

2105. SCARCE PERAZZI MX10-20 O/U TRAP GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 96513. Very few of these guns were made. This gun has 29-1/2” barrels and choke tubes. Barrels are fitted with 4 notch adjustable very high ventilated rib and vented side ribs. Perazzi info is on top left side of monobloc. Bottom of monobloc is stamped with 1996 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4” chambers. Blued action with non-automatic safety and removable trigger group having “V” springs and single non-selective trigger is marked “Perazzi MX10-20” on left side. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of streaked European walnut measures 14-3/4” over adjustable Kick-Eez pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip and stock is fitted with adjustable comb. Matching target type one piece forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: LOP: 14-3/4”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with red ABS Perazzi marked case lined in blue Perazzi cloth. Case contains 5 choke tubes (2 in gun for a total of 7), stock removal tool, tube wrench and some assorted minor parts. CONDITION: very fine, showing very little use with only some sharp edge wear on metal and a few minor marks in stock. Trigger blade shows silvering of gold. Fine bores; ejectors out of time otherwise mechanically fine. Case is good. (23-2071/MGM). MODERN. $5,000-7,000.

2106. PERAZZI MX8L SPORTING SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 114315. The 28-3/8” monobloc barrels with matted ventilated top rib and ventilated side ribs have Perazzi address and importer information (Monrovia, CA.) on ejector housings. Bottom of monobloc is stamped with 1999 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4” chambers. Bottom barrel is fitted with choke tube. Blued low profile MX8 action is fitted with non-automatic safety and removable trigger group with “V” springs. Non-selective single trigger is gold plated. Action is engraved with sprays of small well cut scroll surrounding central floral and ribbon engraved ovals. The quality of this work is very fine. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of well veined and lightly figured European walnut measures 14” over thin black Perazzi pad. A right hand palm swell is on point pattern checkered grip. Matching one piece target type forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: O .724. U .723. Restriction: O .036 (Full). U Choke tube with .022 (Mod). Wall thickness: O .033. U .033. STOCK: DAH: 1-15/16”. DAC: 1-1/2+”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 4oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original ABS Perazzi marked case, lined in blue Perazzi marked cloth. Case contains paperwork, stock removal tool, spare parts kit (which is complete) and tube of Perazzi grease. CONDITION: very fine, showing very little use. Metal parts retaining essentially all of their original blue with a hint of high edge wear and some scattered light flecking. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish, checkering with very light wear. Stocks generally show some very light marks however there are six or seven heavier small dings on left side of butt at face. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. This gun retails for around $13,000. (23-1700/MGM). MODERN. $3,500-5,500.

CLAYS SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 99666. The 29-1/2” monobloc barrels fitted with choke tubes have ventilated top and side ribs and are marked with Perazzi address and “MADE IN ITALY” on top left of monobloc.

Bottom of monobloc is stamped with 1997 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4” chambers. Blued MX8 action features non-automatic safety and removable trigger group having “V” springs which is fitted with gold plated single selective trigger. Left side of action is marked “Perazzi MX8”; right side is marked “Sporting”. Extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8” over thin black Perazzi pad and is made from an attractive piece of stump figured European walnut. Stock has right hand palm swell on point pattern checkered grip. One piece schnabeled matching forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2-1/4”. DAC: 1-1/2+”. CAST: approximately 1/2” off. LOP: 13-7/8”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 5 oz.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in red ABS Perazzi marked case with blue Perazzi marked cloth lining and it contains: stock removal tool, paperwork in red folder, spare parts kit and tube of grease. CONDITION: very fine, showing moderate use. Metal with high edge wear. Stocks show a fair number of marks; checkering lightly worn. Shiny bores, mechanically good. Case is good, parts kit complete. (23-1701/MGM). MODERN. $3,500-5,500.

2107. PERAZZI MX8 SPORTING

2108. UNUSUAL PERAZZI MX8C 12/28 GA. TWO BARREL SET WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4” & 28 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 116617. Both monobloc barrel sets measure 28-3/8” and are fitted with slightly raised matted ventilated ribs and ventilated side ribs. 12 ga. barrels are marked with Perazzi info and importer “Perazzi USA” on monoblocs. 28 ga. barrels have only Perazzi name and address. 12 ga. barrels have year 2000 nitro proofs; 28 ga. barrels are marked for 2002. 12 ga. barrels are fitted with choke tubes; 28 ga. barrels have no choke. Blued low profile O/U action has non-automatic safety and removable “V” spring trigger group with gold plated single selective trigger. Left side of action is marked “Perazzi MX8C”, right side is marked “Sporting”. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of attractively marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14” over thin black leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip with right hand palm swell. Each barrel set has its own one piece matching tapered forend with Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: 12 Ga.

DAH: 2-3/16”. DAC: 1-1/2”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Action and 12 ga. barrels are housed in red ABS Perazzi case lined in blue cloth containing barrel and action bags, stock removal tool, paperwork folder and Perazzi parts kit which still contains tool, firing pins and spare main springs. 28 ga. barrels are in separate red ABS matching case for barrels only, which contains some paperwork. CONDITION: fine plus, with considerable storage damage with spots of fairly deep rusting and pitting mostly on barrels which continues to right side of action. Stocks are very fine with some marks. 28 ga. barrels show only some assembly marks and are very fine. Bores appear to be fine, although dirty. Mechanically fine. Case and accessories are fine. A solid gun that would profit from a judicious refinish of metal. (23-1702/MGM). MODERN.

2109. DESIRABLE 28 GA.

KREIGHOFF K-20 PARCOURS WITH CASE. Cal. 28 Ga. 3”. S# 113073. The 30” mono-bloc barrels choked Mod & Full are fitted with raised matted rib and fixed chokes. Coin finished small sized action with non-automatic safety and single selective trigger adjustable for position is engraved with standard scroll. Pistol grip buttstock is of nicely marbled European walnut and is fitted with a leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2”+. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 14-3/8” (trigger mid position). WEIGHT: 7 lb. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with its original blue ABS tan leather trimmed case which contains stock removal tool, paperwork and bags for action, barrels and forend. CONDITION: very fine. Shows little use and has only a few handling marks in all factory finishes. Mechanically fine. Case is fine. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2096/MGM). MODERN. $5,000-7,000.

$3,000-4,500.

attractively marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14-1/8” over thin red leather covered pad. Stock features point pattern checkering and right hand palm swell. Matching one piece schnabled forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2-1/4”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14-1/8”. WEIGHT: 8lb. 4oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with gray ABS Beretta case lined in checkered cloth which contains cleaning equipment, turn screws, 4-choke tubes (2 in gun for a total of 6) and installation tool. CONDITION: exceptionally fine close to “as new” with only the slightest of handling and assembly marks in fine factory finishes; most notably some staining on left lockplate. Case is also very fine. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically fine. These rugged guns retail at over $25,000. (23-1697/MGM). MODERN. $6,000-12,000.

on bottom of action. Double beaded trigger guard is silver inlaid “SPORTING” on bow “SO5” is on tang. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of attractively marbled and figured European walnut measures 14-7/8” over thin red leather covered pad. Stock features point pattern checkering and right hand palm swell. Matching one piece schnabled forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2-7/16”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14-7/8”. WEIGHT: 8lb. 9oz.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with gray ABS Beretta case lined in checkered cloth which contains cleaning equipment, turn screws, 4-choke tubes (2 in gun for a total of 6) and installation tool. CONDITION: exceptionally fine close to “as new” with only the slightest of handling and assembly marks in fine factory finishes. Beretta hang tag has not been removed. Case is also very fine. Bright shiny bores. Mechanically fine. (23-1698/ MGM). MODERN. $6,000-12,000.

swivels. Inside of forearm iron & breech of bbls. are hand jeweled. Gold plated cocking levers. WEIGHT: 5 lbs., 12.8 oz. Bore diameter: U, .624, O, 620. Choke constriction: U, .011, O, .022. Minimum wall thickness: U, .033, O, .040.

CONDITION: over 98% metal finish. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ numerous scratches & marks. Very good bores. (23-4817/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

2114.

SCARE

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DESIRABLE BERETTA AS20EL O/U GAME

GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 27699. These scare little guns were amongst the highest quality offerings from Beretta after 2nd World War along with the SO series sidelock guns. This fine condition example has 27 1/2” monobloc barrels with narrow ventilated rib. A sling loop is fitted. Beretta info is on monobloc with engine turned sides. Bottom is stamped with 1961 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, low profile, scalloped back, boxlock type action features non-automatic safety, gold plated non-selective single trigger and square crossbolt double fastener. Action is engraved with well cut varying size shaded scroll within small scroll and geometric borders. A gold pigeon is inlaid on pierced top lever. Bottom of action is engraved with Beretta name and address. Straight grip buttstock of lightly marbled and figured European walnut measures 13 7/8” over thin red ventilated pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a sling loop is on toeline along with a gold oval engraved with the monogram “AC”. Matching slim one piece forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: O .621. U .623. Restriction: O .022 (Mod). U .014 (Mod). Wall thickness: O .036. U .032. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/4”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 7/8”. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in an older, possibly original, tan leather case lined in green felt, which contains a brown leather carrying strap and a slip on butt pad. CONDITION: exceptionally fine showing very little use with only a few minor handling marks in all factory finishes. Pad appears to be an early replacement. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Case is also very fine. (23-4818/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

2115.

Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# C06652B. 1980. The 28” mono-bloc barrels are fitted with invisible choke tubes and matted ventilated rib. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with 1980 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4” chambers. Coin finished low profile

Beretta sidelock action features non-automatic safety and single selective trigger. Action and locks are engraved with about 40% coverage, attractively cut sprays of scrolls within geometric borders. Maker’s name and address are on bottom. Grade designation is stamped on action flat and engraved on trigger guard tang. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of well streaked European walnut measures 14-1/4” over brown “Decelerator” sporting clays pad. Point pattern checkering is on grip with right hand palm swell; vacant silver oval is at rear of toeline. Matching one piece semi-beavertail ejector forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2-1/4”. DAC: 1-9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/4” WEIGHT: 7 lb. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with aluminum “Americase” with black ballistic cloth cover. Case lid has compartment holding Briley sub gauge tubes in 20, 28 & 410 gauge. Tubes are fitted with interchangeable chokes and each barrel has a spare tube. Case also contains tube installation tool and small gauge choke wrench. 12 gauge barrels also have two invisible type tubes with installation tool in plastic case. CONDITION: fine. Barrels showing some high edge wear. Action retaining nearly all coin finish. Stocks have a few minor marks in their original oil finish. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically fine. Case is good; outer cover detaching. Accessories are good. (23-1696/MGM). MODERN. $4,000-6,000.

2116. BERETTA ASE GOLD SPORTING O/U SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga. 3”. S# AD6941B. The 29-1/2” mono-bloc barrels with choke tubes have slightly raised ventilated rib and ventilated side ribs. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with 1997 Italian nitro proofs for 3” chambers. Dark gray finish O/U action features nonautomatic safety and gold plated selective single trigger. Trigger blade is adjustable for position. Action is decorated with line borders surrounding gold washed laurel leaves and trophy cups. Bottom of action is stamped with Maker’s name, model and logo which are also gold washed. “SPORTING” is on trigger guard bow. Extreme pistol grip buttstock with right hand palm swell is of nicely marbled and stump figured European walnut and measures 14-3/4” (trigger mid position) over black Beretta pad. Matching one piece schnabled forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2-1/4”. DAC: 1-3/8”+. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-3/4”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in aluminum “Americase” with black ballistic cloth cover which is lined in black velvet. Case contains choke removal tool and two Briley choke tubes (two in gun for a total of 4). CONDITION: exceptionally fine close to “as new” with only some minor handling and assembly marks in all original factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is also fine. Cloth covering needs to be re-glued. (23-1691/MGM). MODERN. $3,000-5,000.

BERETTA S04 O/U SKEET GUN WITH BRILEY TUBE SET INTERCHANGABLE CHOKES AND CASE.

2117. ATTRACTIVE 20 GA. BERETTA GIUBILEO O/U GAME GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 20 Ga. 3”. S# GIU216A. Presently only available from Beretta Galleries these fine little guns retail for over $18,000. This gun has 28” monobloc barrels fitted with matted ventilated rib and choke tubes. Beretta markings, chamber information and importer are marked on top barrel. S# and 1998 Italian nitro proofs are on bottom of monobloc. Coin finished Beretta type boxlock action with ornamental sideplates is fitted with single selective trigger. Action and sideplates are engraved with full coverage of very well cut and shaded varying size scroll with floral and acanthus accents. Both lock plates are engraved “P. Beretta Giubileo” which is also found on bottom of action. Trigger plate is engraved “Bottega C. Giovanelli inc. Baresi T.” (This gun is obviously engraved by Tiziano Baresi as there are no bullino elements to this fine engraving). Strikingly figured and beautifully marbled flesh tone European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over checkered wood butt on wooden buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching schnabled ejector forend has Deeley type release which is gold inlaid “Beretta Gallery” on lever. A gold “PB” logo is also inlet.

MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 14 5/8”.

WEIGHT: 6 lb. 0 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is house in its original tan leather case with stitched leather corners lined in olive felt. A Beretta label is in lid. Case contains: bags for barrels and action, snap caps and 3 piece rosewood cleaning rod. A covered compartment contains 4 rosewood handled turn screws. Other compartments hold 5 standard Beretta choke tubes & wrench (2 Briley extended tubes are in gun). CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Has seen very little use and has only a few minor handling and assembly marks on all surfaces. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically crisp. (23-4816/MGM). MODERN. $7,000-10,000.

2118. BERETTA S682 GOLD SKEET WITH BRILEY TUBE SET CASES AND ACCESSORIES. Cal. 12 Ga.

2-3/4”. S# M77467B. The 28” monobloc barrels with ventilated top rib and ventilated side ribs have Beretta info along with 1998 Italian nitro proofs on monobloc. Barrels are marked for skeet and skeet. Barrels are presently fitted with Briley choke tubes probably done along with small gauge tube set for 20, 28 & .410. These inserts also have choke tubes. Low profile O/U action with non-automatic safety, gold plated single selective trigger with adjustable trigger blade has Graystone (titanium nitrate) finish. Maker’s name is on each side and model designation is on bottom. Pistol grip buttstock of very attractive dark marbled and lightly figured European walnut is fitted with black Beretta pad, right hand palm well and checkered grip. Stock does not fit action and through bolt is missing. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: approximate may change once stock is fitted. DAH: 2-1/4”. DAC 1-7/16”. LOP: 14-3/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes with Americase with black ballistic cloth cover which contains Briley tube set. An open compartment contains 12 ga. tube wrench (chokes in barrels), 20 ga. tubes with wrench, another black plastic case with 28 & 410 tubes with combo wrench. Also included is the original Beretta ABS case in original shipping box, with barrel and action bags, Beretta tube wrench, stock removal tool, paperwork, and spare trigger blade. A cardboard box contains Briley plastic cases for tubes, speed wrenches and an assortment of cleaning brushes. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, appears unfired because stock not fitted. It looks as though stock will fit with some thinning of the cheek extensions, but this should be done by a professional. Also, a stock bolt is needed. Mechanically fine. Cases etc. also appear to be “near new”. Ballistic cloth detached from Ameri-case. (23-1693/MGM). MODERN $3,000-4,000.

2119. BERETTA S687 SILVER PIGEON SPORTING O/U SHOTGUN

SET. Cal. 20 Ga. 2 3/4” & 28 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# N03462B (BM = 1999). Bbls. (1) 20 Ga. VR 28” w/ red fiber optic front sight & matte black finish. Bbls. (2) 28 Ga. VR 28” numbered to match w/ 1998 Italian Nitro proofs, bright bead & gloss black finish. Both bbls. are fitted for Mobil chokes; full set of 5 choke tubes for each bbl. Satin nickel finished boxlock action has scroll ornamentation & bird scene engraving. Gold plated SST. Ejectors. Schnabel tipped forend and pistol grip stock of satin finished walnut having pleasing figure & cut checkering. LOP: 14 3/4” to Beretta buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Beretta blue molded double barrel case w/ shipping box. Case contains choke tubes, choke wrenches, manual, & hang tag. CONDITION: near excellent overall wood & metal finish. Bright shiny bores w/ light fouling. (23-1692/MD). MODERN. $2,500-3,750.

2120. EXCEPTIONALLY FINE ORIGINAL CONDITION FREDERICK BEESELY SMALL BORE LIGHT WEIGHT SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH ORIGINAL CASE. Cal. 16 Ga. 2-1/2” chambers. S# 1680 (1900). Frederick Beesley developed many important improvements pertaining to firearms and is often referred to as “Inventor to the Trade”. His most well-known invention was the Purdey self opening action. He was a consummate craftsman and all of his guns are superbly made and finished. This lovely little gun has 27” dovetailed steel barrels engraved “F. Beesley. 2 St. James’s Street. London. Pall Mall Corner.” on slightly swamped narrow game rib. Tops of barrels are engraved “Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel.” There are small triangles of well cut scroll at breech ends with matching scroll at rear of rib. Barrel flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 16 ga. and 1 oz. of shot. S#’s are on bottoms of barrels. Case hardened sidelock action features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) and double triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage very nicely cut rose and scroll. Each lockplate is engraved “BEESLEY LONDON” “PATENT” in scroll flanked crown device. “BEESLEY” “PATENT” is on bottom of action. “PATENT” is on top lever. Fences are filed with relief carved fern leaves as usually seen on Beesley guns. S# is on blued trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14” over checkered wood butt. Stock features classic drop points, flat top point pattern checkering on semi-diamond hand and a silver oval on toeline engraved “C.E.”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .672. Restriction: L .002 .013 recess (Mod). Bore Diameter R .670. Restriction: R .000 .004 recess (IC). Wall thickness: L .020 (along bottom - not in recess). R .027. STOCK: DAH: 2-5/8”. DAC: 1-5/8”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 5lb. 10oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original oak and leather case with brass corners. Case is lined in scarlet cloth and a large Beesley paper label is in lid inscribed with this guns S#, loading data and pellet counts: “Right 138” “Left 159”(R. IC & L. Mod). Later notations are on label: “Geo. Eastman” “Rochester N.Y.” along with “5lb. 8?oz.”. Case contains cloth covered dowels for bores, 2 piece Cocobolo and brass short handle cleaning rod, unmarked small oil bottle, Hawksley marked turn screws and snap caps, a broken case extractor marked “16”, pull through cleaning kit in black Morocco wallet, dusting brush and cleaning implements. CONDITION: very fine original essentially “as found”. Barrels retaining 85-90% original blue with loss due to flaking and light cleaning, mostly on left barrel. Action and lockplates retain about 90% case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish which is quite dry. A fair number of light marks and scratches are present. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are bright and shiny without any noted problems. Action is tight, barrels are on face, ejectors are strong and in time. The recess choking appears to be original, barrels do not appear to have been cut as muzzles are correctly filed and polished, top and bottom keels are present without any gaps or infill. Case leather has considerable darkening with stains, rubs and bumps. Straps are missing, handle is tired. Interior cloth is good with compressions, rubs and some insect damage. Label is somewhat foxed, but clear. Accessories good.

PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1635/MGM). C&R. $10,000-15,000.

GAME GUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 18559. (CA 1905). The 28” chopper lump barrels are engraved with Purdey’s Audley House address and Whitworth steel info on narrow game rib, rear portion of rib is engraved “1” which matches “1” on top lever and forend iron. Barrel flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Bottoms of barrels are stamped with S#s. Bottom of left barrel is stamped “CHOKE” and with barrel maker’s initials “S.S.” (Sam Simons). Tube numbers “32297 & 98” are on loop. Case hardened Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action features non-automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, engraved arrow tumbler end cocking indicators and Miller single trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved in Purdey house style rose and scroll, lockplates are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons”. Bottom of action is engraved “Purdey’s Patent”. Trigger guard with scroll on bow has S# on tang which extends to small horn grip cap. Pistol grip buttstock of nicely marbled and well figured European walnut measures 15 3/8” over brown leather covered Silver pad over 1” figured wood extension (original wood measures 13 1/2”). Stock features drop points, point pattern checkering and vacant silver oval. Matching splinter Wem ejector forend has Anson release.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .734. R .736. RESTRICTION L .032 (full). R .004 (IC). Wall thickness L .026. R .024. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 15 3/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: very good, barrels retaining nearly all of a good quality reblue, engraving is somewhat softened, action and lockplates retain about 30% original case hardening color fading to silver and gray. Engraving remains clear. Trigger guard and top lever retain most of their reblue. Stocks retain some original finish with many light marks and show considerable wear on drop points and sharp edges, checkering competently recut. Bores are bright and shiny without noted problems, chambers lengthened, action is tight, barrels are on face, drop is good, ejectors are in time, replaced trigger works well (intercepting safeties were removed). (22-5792/MGM). CURIO. $6,500-9,500.

2121. JAMES PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER LIGHT

TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH CASE “AS FOUND”. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 5/8”. S# 23668 (1928). The 27” chopper lump barrels are engraved “J. Purdey & Son” and with their Audley House address along with Whitworth steel information on deeply swamped very narrow game rib. Barrel flats stamped with London nitro proofs for 1 1/8 oz. of shot and with London reproofs for 2 5/8” chambers. Bottoms of barrels stamped with SN’s and unknown barrel maker’s initials “R. J”. Splinter engraved “Made in England”. Tube numbers “58418” & “58419” are on loop. Case hardened Beesley patent self opening action features automatic safety, hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators and double triggers. Action and lockplates engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut small scroll and rose bouquets in Purdey house style. Maker’s name is on each lockplate as well as bottom of action where it is over “London”. S# is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of well marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over Silver pad. Usual drop points and checkering are present as well as a silver oval engraved “CCB”. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release is stamped with actioner’s initials “P.W” (Percy Wilkes) on iron. MEASUREMENTS: bbls.: bore diameter: L. .732. R .732. Restriction: L .025 (Mod). R .007 (IC). Wall thickness: L .028. R .027. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 9.5 oz. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: Purdey factory letter (1 page) dated 1933 stating the year of manufacture is 1928 and discussing pellet counts. Gun is housed in what appears to be its original two gun motor case. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and a black leather Purdey label is in lid. Case contains 2 bone striker bottles (1 containing 2 sets of strikers). CONDITION: good with noted stock repair. Barrels retaining most of their original blue, fading from normal hand wear and many minor marks. Action retains traces of original color where protected but is mostly pewter gray with some staining. Stocks retain most of their original finish with the usual minor marks and dings, one or two fairly deep. Stock has been broken through the wrist and exhibits careful repair with good recutting of checkering where needed. Repair appears very solid and does not flex. Trigger guard screws show high edges and should be tapped down. Bores are very fine without any noted problems except for miniscule dent in right barrel about 10” behind muzzle. Action is tight, barrels are on face, drop is good. Wem ejectors are in time. Case leather is dark with many rubs and scrapes. Interior cloth is good with many rubs and soiling. Label is good. A good gun that measures well. (23-1620/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

2123. WESTLEY RICHARDS “OVUNDO” SIDEPLATED

BOXLOCK SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR GAME GUN.

Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 02049 (CA 1935). The zero prefix Westley Richards guns are actually made in house by Westley Richards, but not of “Best” quality. This certainly pertains to this gun with its 28” demi-bloc barrels fitted with low ventilated rib.

“Ovundo” patent info is on left side of barrel infill and bottom flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4” chambers. Unusual boxlock “Ovundo” action is case hardened and fitted with ornamental sideplates. Action features automatic safety (“Safe” inlaid in gold) and single selective Westley Richards trigger. Action is engraved with about 60% coverage attractive large scroll. Top and sides of action are engraved with maker’s name and top lever pivot is engraved “PATENT ONE TRIGGER”. “Westley Richards” “ Patent” “OVUNDO” is on floor plate. S# is on trigger guard tang. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of well figured and marbled European walnut measures 14-3/8” over black leather covered pad. Stock features drop points, point pattern checkering and silver rectangle engraved “JDB”. Matching long one piece ejector forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: O .735. U .733. Restriction: O .009 (IC). U .005 (IC). Wall thickness: O .028. U .031. STOCK: DAH: 1-3/4”. DAC: 1-3/8”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14-3/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 10 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a makers leather case with brass corners embossed “J.D.B.” on top which has tan canvas outer cover. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and has Westley Richards Bournbrook address label in lid. Case contains Westley Richards marked snap caps and round oil bottle as well as cleaning equipment and copy of ledger page with specifications and date of sale March 4, 1938. CONDITION: fine as partially refinished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a re-black. Action and lockplates retain most of their original case hardening color. Floor plate and trigger guard re-blued. Stocks retain most of on old oil refinish. Checkering has not been re-cut. Bores are very fine without noted problems. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Case is good. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth and label are fine. (23-1707/MGM). C&R. $4,000-8,000.

2124. 28 GA. BOXLOCK GAME GUN BY WESTLEY RICHARDS. Cal. 28 Ga., 2 1/2”. S# T6960 (1922). The 28 1/8” dovetailed barrels are engraved “Westley Richard & Co. London” on narrow game rib. Barrel flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Small boxlock action features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved with 80% coverage well cut scroll; maker’s name is on each side. S# is on scroll engraved trigger guard tang. Plain European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over Silver type pad and features drop points, point pattern checkering and vacant silver oval. Matching splinter

relief. This fine work is in the style of and almost certainly done by the revered Harry Kell with his signature big-eyed birds. Blued trigger guard and top lever are engraved with matching scroll. A pointing setter is on trigger guard bow; S# is on tang. Attractively marbled and lightly stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-7/8” over thick hand serrated horn buttplate. Stock also features classic drop points, flat top grip checkering and silver oval. Matching splinter Deeley ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .729. R .729. Restriction: L .021 (Mod). R .009 (IC). Wall thickness: L .032. R .034. STOCK: DAH: 2-1/8”. DAC: 1-1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. LOP: 14-7/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 12 oz.

CONDITION: very fine as completely refurbished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a best re-blue. Action with over 90% re-color, engraving shows very slight softening. Stocks retain over 90% oil refinish with some scattered marks; checkering re-cut. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight; barrels are on face. Mechanically fine; ejectors are in time. (23-4960/MGM). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

2126. H&H ROYAL HAMMERLESS EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH 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. $4,000-6,000.

2127. NEAR NEW KEMEN “EDER STEEL” O/U FIELD GUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 40.03.03.902. Bbls. 28 3/8” monobloc fitted w/ narrow matted ventilated rib are gold inlaid “Kemen” on top right side of monobloc & are stamped w/ Spanish nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. The number “2” is inlaid at rear portion of rib, matching number found on top lever & forend latch. Bottom of monobloc is stamped w/ serial number & engraved “Made in Spain”. Coin finished action w/ removable trigger group having V-springs is fitted w/ automatic safety & single nonselective trigger. Action is engraved w/ very attractive near full coverage sprays of well cut scroll surrounding & accented by rose and floral bouquets. “KEMEN” is emblazoned at top of forend iron mortise. Pistol grip buttstock of exhibition quality, finely marbled & intricately fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 5/8” over black “Kick-eez” pad. Stock features point pattern checkering at grip w/ sm. right hand palm swell & a vacant gold oval on toeline. Matching one piece field type forend has Deeley type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: T .726”, B .726”. Restriction: T .007” (IC), L .007” (IC). STOCK: DAH: 1 3/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes w/ alligator patterned leather case w/ brass trim lined in burgundy cloth. Case contains a Kemen label, pair of boss marked snap caps, toolkit containing spare firing pins & wrench, along w/ three keys. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, appears to be unfired since proof with a small number of handling marks on all wood & metal surfaces, most notably 3 or 4 scratches on left side panel. Mechanically crisp. Case is also very fine. Label has detached from lid. (22-4505/MGM). MODERN. $3,500-5,500.

proofs for 10 bore long chamber and 1-1/2 oz. of shot. Case hardened robust boxlock action features automatic safety, hidden cross bolt third fastener and double triggers. Action is engraved with about 50% coverage shaded scroll, maker’s name is on both sides. Top lever, floor plate and trigger guard are blued. S# and castle logo are on trigger guard tang. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14” over serrated horn buttplate. Flat top point pattern checkering is on semi-diamond grip and a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend with decorative steel tip has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .775. R .776. Restriction: L .048 (Wicked Full). R .048 (Wicked Full). Wall thickness: L .044. R .045. STOCK: DAH: 2-7/8”. DAC: 1-5/8”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 15 oz. CONDITION: very fine. Barrels retaining about 90% original blue with marks and thinning from normal hand wear. Action retains about 70% case hardening color. Top lever, floorplate and trigger guard retain about 70% original blue or better. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish with a fair scattering of marks, checkering shows some chips and dings which are very apparent on right side of both grip and forend, which shows very deep marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight, mechanically good. A great old waterfowler in fine condition and with good dimensions. (23-1270/MGM). C&R. $1,500-2,500.

2129. WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR SXS SHOTGUN RETAILED BY ABERCROMBIE & FITCH. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 146173. The 26” dovetailed barrels are engraved with A&F’s Beverly Hills, California address on narrow swamped game rib. Maker’s name and address are stamped on tops. Barrel flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4” chambers. Case hardened boxlock action with automatic safety and double triggers has some scroll engraving. Maker’s name is on each side. S# is on trigger guard tang. Somewhat marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15” over black Decelerator sporting clays pad. Well cut point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .728. R .727. Restriction: L .022 (Mod). R .008 (IC) Wall thickness: L .028. R .032. STOCK: DAH: 2-3/16”. DAC: 1-9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 7 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a good quality green canvas case with tan leather trim lined in green velvet. CONDITION: very fine, retaining nearly all factory finished on all wood and metal with some slight staining on tops of barrels and some minor marks in wood. Bright bores, mechanically good. Case is good. (23-998/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

because this gun definitely has 10 gauge chambers. Bore diameters are about .760). Heavy boxlock action is fitted with Greener side safety, cross bolt third fastener and double triggers. Action engraved with about 50% coverage small scroll with maker’s name on each side. S# is on trigger guard tang. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of very fancy marbled and stump figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over hand checkered horn buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend with inlet horn tip has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .757. R .762. Restriction: L .002 (IC). R .015 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .030. R .021. STOCK: DAH: 3 1/4”. DAC: 1 7/8”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 1 oz. CONDITION: fine. Barrels retaining most of what appears to be their original brown with good definition to interesting pattern. Action retains 30-40% case hardening color, floorplate and trigger guard retain about half their original blue. Buttstock a possible replacement, retains most of a shiny finish; checkering recut. Forend checkering shows considerable wear. Bores are bright and shiny with evidence of minor dent removal in both barrels about 9” behind muzzles. Action has slight looseness with forend removed, is tight with forend installed. (01-24231/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

GAME GUN. Cal. 20

6402 (1890). The 28” dovetailed barrels are engraved “Charles Lancaster 151 New Bond St. London. Patent Breechloading Hammerless Gun 2” on game rib. Barrel flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 20 Ga. Spring cocking self opening boxlock type action features automatic safety and double triggers. This action is one of the variants designed by Frederick Beesley and used by Lancaster. Most were very difficult to close thus the “wristbreaker” moniker. Action engraved with near full coverage, well cut shaded scroll and maker’s name on both sides. Trigger plate engraved “Patent Block” “Safety”. Trigger guard with scroll on bow has S# on tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over checkered wood butt and features usual checkering, drop points and vacant silver oval. Matching splinter forend has sugar tong release.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .628. R .628. Restriction: L .003 (IC). R .003 (IC). Wall thickness: L .026. R .025. STOCK: DAH: 1 3/4”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: good as mostly refinished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a reblack. Action cleaned to silver gray. Engraving remains good. Stocks with heavy oil refinish with some later marks. Checkering worn almost smooth. Bores are shiny with scattered pits and large number of minor dents. Barrels are on face, action is tight. Screws are out of time and show use. (01-24235/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

2132. INTERESTING

TOP

LEVER

HAMMER GUN BY STEPHEN GRANT. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-5/8”. S# 4460 (1878). The 30” Damascus barrels are engraved “Stephen Grant 67a. St. James’s Street. London.” on slightly raised narrow game rib. Barrel flats are stamped with London black powder proofs. S# are on bottoms of barrels along with “E.C.H.” (E. C. Hodges, the actual maker and patentee of this gun and its action; which was designed to circumvent the Purdey action. It has one large bite which engages the rear lump and two secondary locks that engage a transverse square pin, also through the rear lump. Extractor system is housed in front lump.) Round bodied top lever action is fitted with back spring peninsula locks with rebounding round bodied serpentine hammers. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage, very small scroll. Lockplates are engraved “Stephen Grant”; sides of action are engraved “Stephen Grant’s Patent”; top of action is engraved “Patent”. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow has S# on tang. Straight grip buttstock of very well marbled and figured European walnut measures 14-1/2” over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has very interesting Anson type release with hidden button in forend tip.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .729. R .729. Restriction: L .000 (Cyl). R .000 (Cyl). (Gun made before choke boring became mainstream.) Wall thickness: L .029. R .030. STOCK: DAH: 2-1/8”. DAC: 1-1/2”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 13 oz. CONDITION: good. Barrels retaining most of their original brown which shows considerable hand wear. Action and locks are mostly pewter gray but show traces of original case hardening color. About 10% original blue remains on top lever and trigger guard. Stocks with most of their original oil finish have many scattered marks. Grip checkering shows moderate wear, forend has more wear along with 6-7 fairly deep dents. Bores are considerable pitted. Action is tight (hook shows peening); locks are fine. A good high quality gun; thickness of barrels should allow for re-boring to remove pits and leave some choke. (01-24215/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

2131. 20 GA. CHARLES LANCASTER “WRISTBREAKER” BOXLOCK TYPE

Ga., 3”. S#

London black powder proofs for 12B & 14M along with 2005 London nitro reproofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Trigger plate action which has the appearance of a boxlock has opening and cocking lever on right side and features automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) and double triggers. Action engraved with near full coverage well executed medium scroll. Maker’s name is on each side and top tang is engraved “Patent”. Trigger guard with scroll on bow has S# and “4” on tang. Straight grip buttstock of attractively streaked and well figured Circassian walnut measures 13 1/2” over checkered wood butt with steel heel and toe plates (top engraved “4”). Stock also features drop points flat top point pattern checkering and vacant silver oval. Toeline is nicely swept yielding an elegant and racy look. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .728. R .726. Restriction: L .028 (I-Mod). R .020 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .034. R .033. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 13 1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 12 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original oak and leather case with brass corners embossed “A.M.” “Army & Navy Club.” on top. There are some old steam ship company labels attached. Interior is lined in red cloth and a Stephen Grant paper label is in lid along with charge card for this particular gun. Case contains a dog leash ? and exterior straps. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Barrels retaining most of an old rebrown with fair definition to pattern over marks, dings and scratches. Action is mostly bright silver with traces of case hardening color visible where protected. Engraving remains clear. Stocks retain nearly of an oil refinish, checkering recut. Sharp details somewhat softened. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight (hinge pin replaced). Case leather is quite dark with many stains and rubs. New straps and handle bases have been added and are good. Interior cloth renewed some time ago with labels reattached, considerable subsequent staining is evident. (01-24236/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

engraved with about 60% coverage typical scroll. Blued top lever, floorplate, trigger plate and trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Well marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over serrated wood butt and features, drop points, point pattern checkering and vacant silver oval. Matching splinter Baker ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .737. R .729. Restriction: L .033 (Full). R .003 (IC). Wall thickness: L .022. R .022. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 5/8”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine as refurbished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a good rebrown with very good definition to pattern. Action cleaned to pewter gray. Engraving slightly soft. Blued parts with nearly all refinish; engraving considerably thinned and distorted. Stocks with nearly all renewed oil finish with some light marks. Checkering competently recut. Bores bright and shiny. Action is tight; ejectors in time. (23-

action with intercepting safety sears and hidden third fastener also features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved with 80% coverage of small scroll. Maker’s name is on each side. Blued top lever, floorplate, trigger plate and trigger guard are also engraved with scroll. S# is on trigger guard tang. Lightly fiddle figured and streaked European walnut, straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8” over serrated wood butt. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant gold oval is on toeline. Matching splinter Deeley ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .732. R .724. Restriction: L .038 (Full). R .000 (Cyl). Wall thickness: L .026. R .032. STOCK: DAH: 2-5/16”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 145/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unusual makers tapered leather trunk case embossed “W. R. H.” on lid. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and a brown gold embossed Dickson lion label is in lid. There are no accessories present. CONDITION: very good as partially refinished. Barrels retaining nearly all best quality re-brown with fine definition to pattern. Action retains traces of original case hardening color where protected and is mostly a pleasing pewter gray. Stocks retain nearly all of an oil refinish with some subsequent marks. Checkering re-cut, forend re-cut with raised diamonds. Bores are bright and shiny over some light pitting with some evidence of very minor dent removal 14” from muzzle of left barrel. Action is tight. Barrels on face. Ejectors in time. Case leather is dark, shows many scuffs on exterior. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is good with some rubs especially breech area of barrel compartment. Label is good to fine with deep rub on lions face. (23-1271/MGM). C&R. $1,500-2,500.

2136.

4184. Bbls. 30”

w/ 1-1/8 oz. proofs. Top is marked “ROBERT LISLE, 25 DERWENT STREET, DERBY”. Assisted opening sidelock action w/ crossbolt that locks over bbl. extensions. Unusual full coverage engraving has vignettes w/ pheasants & quail on floorplate & pointing dog on trigger guard bow. Pheasants & partridge are found on sides of the forearm iron. Scenes are surrounded by fine arabesque scroll engraving & floral bouquets that extend to the bbl. The lock plate areas have a very unusual & distinctive interwoven ribbon pattern engraving. Small field style forearm that wraps around the lower bbl. only has a horn tip & Anson release. Straight hand stock of fancy English walnut w/ tear drop points having brass shield in toeline. Stock & forearm have elegant borderless hand checkering w/ scalloped edges. LOP: 147/8” over a 1” checkered hard rubber extension buttplate. DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-7/8”. Stock has approx. 1/4” cast off. Bore diameter: U .734”, O .733”. Choke constriction: U .048”, O, cyl. bore. Minimum wall thickness: U .027”, O .025”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 12 ozs. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 98% reblackened finish. Action is polished bright. Wood has very good refinish & freshened checkering. Forearm has a crack extending from right side of iron. Very good bright bores. (23-682/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

2137. STEEL BARRELLED

HAMMER GUN BY J&W TOLLEY WITH CROSSOVER STOCK. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# 1740. Bbls. dovetailed 30” are engraved

“J&W Tolley 59 New Bond St. London” on slightly swamped game rib with crossbolt extension. Bbl. flats are stamped with Birmingham Nitro proofs for 2 1/2” chambers. Case

hardened top lever action is fitted with front spring sidelocks with serpentine rebounding hammers. Action is fitted with Greener crossbolt third fastener and double triggers. Action and lockplates are line border engraved, maker’s name is on each lockplate. Serial number is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of lightly figured European walnut is sharply offset to allow for shooting right handed while using one’s left eye. Stock measures approx. 14 5/8” over ribbed horn buttplate. Remnants of point pattern checkering are at grip. Matching splinter forend with shaped steel tip has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .737”, L .734”. Restriction: R .002” (IC), L .030” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .020”, L .025”. STOCK: DAH: approx. 3”. DAC: approx. 2 1/8”. LOP: 14 5/8”. CAST: wicked off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 2 oz. CONDITION: good. Bbls. retaining most of an old reblue with a few subsequent dings and marks. Action retains traces of case hardening color but is mostly pewter gray. Lockplates are also silver gray. Stocks show considerable refinishing and a large number of marks and dings. Checkering almost gone. Bores are shiny with some light frosting evident. Action is somewhat loose. Locks are good. (22-4790). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

ROBERT LISLE ENGLISH O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2-1/2”. S#

plain

forend and straight hand stock of fancy thin shell walnut has striking dark streaking mixing variable brown tones. The new wood is satin finished with fine point pattern hand checkering. LOP:15” over a solid black Pachmayr sporting clays pad. DAC: 1 1/4”. DAH: 2 5/8”. Near neutral cast. Bore diameter, RT: .732. LT: .733. Choke constriction, RT: .017. LT: .035. Minimum wall thickness, RT: .28. LT: .030. Weight. 7 lbs. 4.4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Modern oak & leather case has red felt fitted interior with brass corners & canvas cover. Aug, Lebeau-Courally makers label. Case contains makers marked chrome finished oil bottle & snap caps with cloth gun covers & key. Original splinter forend & straight hand stock are included. CONDITION: Very fine as refurbished. The action exhibits a silver/grey appearance retaining strong intact engraving. Lightly visible case colors remain on the water table. bbls. have a fine reblackened finish. Custom stocks have a very good satin finish. Left side of stock has glass filled natural voids. Very good bores. (23-2144/DS). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

2139. A. FRANCOTTE SIDELOCK EJECTOR ROUND BODIED HEAVY GAME GUN. Cal. 12 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 7595. The 27 1/2” dovetailed bbls. with matted game rib are marked “MANUFACTURE D’ARMS” “AUG. FRANCOTTE BTE LIEGE”. on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1935 Belgian Nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers and with crowned “AF”. Bottoms of bbls. are stamped with choke information, serial number and “Siemens Martin Steel”. A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Coin finished, round bodied, square backed, backspring sidelock action features hand detachable sidelocks, non automatic safety, pivoting hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, grooved tumbler end cocking indicators, and double triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with about 80% coverage well cut varying size scroll with floral highlights within small scroll borders. Fences are more deeply engraved with scroll and flowers. Trigger guard with scroll on bow has serial number on tang. Straight grip buttstock with slight swan neck of flame figured walnut which appears to be American, measures 14 5/8” over checkered wood butt. Widely spaced point pattern checkering is around grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .731”, L .730”. Restriction: R .024” (MOD), L .031” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R

is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Iron for bbl. set “2” is stamped “2”. MEASUREMENTS BBL. SET WITH FOREND “1”: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .724”, L .724”. Restriction: R .008” (IC). L .027” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .028” L .027”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 11 oz. . MEASURESMENTS BBL. SET “2”: Bore

Diameter: R .729” L .729”. Restriction: R 0 (CYL), L 0 (CYL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .029, L .029. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 1/2+”.

WEIGHT: 6 lb. oz. CONDITION: Both barrels retaining most of a reblack. Bbl. 1 with many scratches around sling loop. Bbl. number

2142. BRANCQUAERT MODEL No 3. SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK GAME GUN WITH PURDEY STYLE SELF OPENING ACTION. Cal. 12 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 2897. The 28 1/2” well struck dovetailed bbls. with slightly raised matted game rib are engraved “L. Brancquaert” “Bruxelles” on tops. Bbl. flats are stamped with pre-1926 Belgian Nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Serial number is on bottom of rear lump. Coin finished round bodied action with ornamental sideplates is fitted with Purdey type cocking cams at front. Water table is stamped “A.G.D. Patent” (A. G. Deforney). Action also features nonautomatic safety, Purdey type third fastener, side clips and double triggers. Maker’s name and address are on floorplate. Action is engraved with near full coverage varying size but mostly medium, well cut scroll surrounding rose bouquets within small scroll, feather, and geometric borders. Fences are semi-relief engraved with laurel leaves. Blued trigger guard with matching scroll on bow has serial number on tang. Straight grip buttstock of very nicely figured and lightly marbled European walnut measures 14 1/2” over “Silver” type pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. and a vacant gold oval and a sling loop matching that screwed to bottom rib, are on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .720”, L .720”. Restriction: R .026” (MOD), L .037” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .029”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: 5/8” off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 13 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblue over marks and light scratches. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Engraving is very slightly softened. Top lever has been heat blued and is mostly light purple to blue. Trigger guard has had the same treatment. Stocks retain nearly all of a glossy oil refinish, checkering competently recut. Bores are bright and shiny with no evident problems. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Louis Brancquaert was known for providing only the finest made guns soured from 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. $1,000-2,000.

Art U. Talente” is on trigger plate. S# is in gold on matching trigger guard tang. Extreme pistol grip buttstock is made of a superb piece of wildly marbled and dramatically figured flesh tone European walnut and measures 14-1/8” over thin black decelerator pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece full forend has Anson type release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: U .728 O .728. Restriction: U .020 (Mod). O .034 (Full). Wall thickness: U .032. O .032. STOCK: DAH: 1-7/8”. DAC: 1-1/2”. CAST: about 5/8” off. LOP: 14-1/8”. WEIGHT: 7lb. 10oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth with a paper Ivo Fabbri label in lid. Case contains 3 Torx type screw drivers and a Fabbri marked trigger pull profile information sheet with peak force, travel, take up, over travel and energy specified and graphed. CONDITION: very fine. Showing very little use. Barrels retaining nearly all fine factory blue with a few minor marks. There is some staining most likely with minor pitting and frosting associated found mostly on beads of action. There are also some dark spots on left lockplate; all of this may clean. Otherwise action retains essentially all of its matt silver finish. Stocks retain essentially all of their original oil finish with one or two minor dings difficult to discern. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Case is fine with some bumps and rubs, straps and handle are good. Interior cloth has some rubs and some minor soiling. (23-1705/MGM). MODERN. $20,000-35,000.

grip buttstocks of very well matched figured and marbled European walnut measure 14” over checkered wood butts and feature standard drop points, well cut point pattern grip checkering and vacant gold ovals. Matching splinter ejector forends with Anson releases have gold inlaid Zanotti logos on uncheckered central diamonds. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Gun #1 S# 5200. Bore Diameter: L .734. R .734. Restriction: L .030 (Full). R .020 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .019. R .022. STOCK: DAH: 2-3/16”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14” WEIGHT: 7 lb. 0 oz. Gun #2 S# 5201. BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .733. R .734. Restriction: L .030 (Full). R .022 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .020. R .023. STOCK: DAH: 2-3/16”. DAC: 1-1/2-. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: WEIGHT: 7 lb. 0 oz. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: guns are housed in their original brown leather two gun motor case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli. Interior is lined in dark green cloth and Fabio Zanotti label is in lid. No accessories are present. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Guns appear to be nearly “as new” with only some extractor wipe marks on breech faces. There are only some very minor handling and assembly marks on all exterior finishes, most notably some minor scratches on the barrels of Gun #1. Bores are bright and shiny. Guns are mechanically crisp. Case is also very fine. (23-4813 & 23-4814/MGM). MODERN. $15,000-25,000.

Luigi Franchi Brescia”. Boss style sidelock action has full coverage of finely executed rose and scroll engraving that extends to forearm iron. Double triggers and ejectors. Trim field style forearm with Anson opener and capped pistol grip stock of fancy European walnut with left hand cheek piece with tear drop points. LOP: 13-5/8” over original buttplate. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/4”. Bore diameter: U .722”, O .722”. Choke constriction: U opens to diameter .731” at muzzle, O cyl. bore.

Minimum wall thickness: U .036”, O .030”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 2 ozs. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: leather luggage case with maker’s label. Case has faded cloth interior showing considerable wear. Bbls. have 1940 date. CONDITION: very fine. Bbls. retain over 97% reblacked finish. Action has very good coin finish. Trigger guard, forearm tip and top lever have good reblued finish. Wood has a very good refinish. Checkering shows light wear. Action is tight and on face, top lever sits nicely right of center. Very good bright bore. (23-672/DS). CURIO. $9,000-14,000.

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. 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. 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. CONDITION: excellent & showing very limited use after complete refinish. Bbls. retain more than 98% of their blue. Coin finished action is cleaned to excellent. 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 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. Bbls. are somewhat off face. 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. $8,000-12,000.

sidelocks and double triggers (fronts articulated). Both are engraved the same with about 80% coverage well cut shaded scroll. Straight grip buttstocks also match well with well streaked European walnut, drop points and point pattern checkering. Both measure 14-3/4” over black “Decelerator” pads. Matching ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun S# -27-03-005-95 MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .730. R .726. Restriction: L .023 (Mod). R .007 (IC). Wall thickness: L .027. R .029. STOCK: DAH: 2-5/16”. DAC: 1-1/2”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. Gun S# -27-03-006-95 MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .727. R .727. Restriction: L .018 (Mod). R .008 (IC). Wall thickness: L .030. R .029. STOCK: DAH: 2-3/16”. DAC: 1-1/2”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 14-3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: guns are housed in a gray canvas leather trimmed double gun case. Case contains exterior straps. CONDITION: both guns are very fine and show light wear with some scattered marks in all finishes. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. The current retail for a single Model 101 Garbi is over $15,000. (23-2142 & 23-2143/MGM). MODERN (BOTH). $7,000-12,000.

EXCALIBUR SPORTING DELUXE O/U SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS, AND TRIGGER GROUP. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# F0099 / F0100. The 28 & 29 3/4” monobloc O/U barrel sets are each fitted with matted ventilated ribs that are gold inlaid “I” and “II” at breech ends. Both barrel sets are engraved “Famars Italy” on left side of top barrel and monoblocs are stamped with 1997 Italian Nitro proofs for 2 3/4”. 28” Barrel set “I” (SN F0099) have bottom barrel fitted for choke tubes and top barrel choked mod. 29 3/4” Barrel set “II” (SN F0100) has choke tubes top & bottom. Coin finished Famars “Excalibur” type action with removable trigger group is also fitted with ornamental sideplates. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage very nicely cut semi relief large acanthus scroll with some floral highlights on sideplates. Rear portion of this scroll emanates from the mouth of stylized dragons. Large scrolls on bottom of action terminate in the busts of lovely ladies with floral accent between. “FAMARS” is on shield like device behind forend iron mortice. A gold sovereign’s crown is inlaid on top lever. Engraver’s signature “C. Tomasoni” is on right side of lock mortice. Extreme pistol grip buttstock of exhibition quality burl figured European walnut measures 14 3/4” over thin black “Decelerator” pad. Well cut point pattern checkering is at grip which has right hand palm swell. Near fully checkered slim field type forend with Anson type release services both barrel sets. MEASUREMENTS WITH BARREL SET II: STOCK: DAH: 1 7/8”. DAC: 1 3/8”. LOP: 14 3/4”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. WEIGHT: 8 lb. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in brown leather trimmed “Famars” plastic case with outer cover. Interior is lined in green velvet and has compartment for both barrel sets in lid. Divider has black leather “Famars” label. Case contains stock removal tool, one Briley series 1 choke tube with wrench and a spare firing mechanism in plastic case. CONDITION: fine as lightly refurbished, barrels retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack with some minor subsequent marks. Coin finish of action shows evidence of some very light cleaning, engraving remains sharp. What appears to be newer buttstock retains essentially all of its original oil finish, checkering still light in color. Forend shows refinish to match. Checkering with some wear and cleaning. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Case is very good to fine, interior with considerable soiling and marks. Outer cover is very fine and relatively new. (22-4471/MGM). MODERN. $9,000-14,000.

2149. TOMASONI “RENAISSANCE” ENGRAVED FAMARS

2150. VERY FINE VINCENZO BERNARDELLI HOLLAND EXTRA SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME OR PIGEON GUN WITH BEAVERTAIL FOREND AND CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 2286 (1971). The top of the line Bernardelli, this fine gun has 27 1/2” dovetailed bbls. with slightly raised matted game rib. Tops of bbls are engraved “Made in Italy”

“V. Bernardelli s. p. a. Gardone V.T.”. Engine turned bbl. flats are stamped w/ 1971 Italian Nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Coin finished sidelock action features non automatic safety (“SECURA” engraved), bushed strikers, hidden 3rd fastener, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl. triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with full coverage ribbons & swags of acanthus having rose & other floral tips in a shaded background of small scroll. Fences are engraved with rose bouquets. Maker’s name and address is on arched ribbon on bottom of action. Blued top lever and trigger guard are engraved to match. Straight grip buttstock of well marbled & nicely crotch figured European walnut measures 14 3/8” over thin brown rifle pad. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip & slightly fluted drop points are behind lockplates. Matching schnabled beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .722”, L .722”. Restriction: R .013” (MOD), L .030” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 1 3/4”. DAC: 1 3/8”. LOP: 14 3/8”. CAST: approx. 1/4” off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in a best quality British oak & leather case with brass corners in leather trimmed canvas outer cover. Top of case is embossed “P” & “D” either side of central brass medallion. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth & has new Bernardelli label in lid & an old charge card. No accessories are present. CONDITION: very fine, appears to be original. Bbls. retaining over 90% good quality blue with some handling marks & light silvering. Action retains nearly all of its coin finish with some slight evidence of cleaning. Top lever & trigger guard retain most of their original blue. Trigger guard appears to be reblued, but with little polishing; engraving remains sharp. Stocks retain most of a light oil refinish, edges remaining sharp, checkering lightly worn. Bores are bright and shiny without any visible imperfections. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is medium dark with many rubs and marks. Straps and handle are renewed. Outer cover shows light wear. Interior cloth is good with rubs & compressions w/ some soiling. Beavertail forend is too wide for bbl. channel & fit is very tight. (22-4537/ MGM). CURIO. $4,000-7,000.

2151. UNUSUAL PLAIN FINISH ANTONIO ZOLI VOLCANO RECORD SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME

GUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 89018 (1973). One of the highest grade guns made by Antonio Zoli, the Volcano Record was custom made. Examples are seldom seen. This unusual gun, almost devoid of engraving, is possibly unique. It has 28” shoelump barrels with slightly raised matted concave rib. “Antonio Zoli” is gold inlaid in script on left barrel. Barrel flats are stamped with 1973 Italian nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers along with “106A” and grade “VR”. These marks are also found on watertable of coin finished H&H type sidelock action. Action features non-automatic safety, hidden third fastener, bushed strikers with gas vents, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators and single non-selective trigger. Action is well filed and nicely polished. The only engraved decoration is a burst of small scroll on hinge pin caps and pierced and relief carved foliate scrolls on thumb piece. Plain trigger guard has S# in gold on tang. (Plain finish guns like this were often made to show off excellent gun making skills with joining of parts not hidden by engraving). Very attractive well marbled and lightly stump figured European walnut, slightly swan necked buttstock measures 14 5/8” over solid black “Old English” white line pad. Stock features drop points and point pattern grip checkering. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .724”. R .724”. Restriction: L .037” (extra full). R .023” (mod). Wall thickness: L .021”. R .020”. STOCK: DAH: 1 1/2”. DAC: 1 3/16”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 7 oz. CONDITION: finish very fine, mechanics fair. Metal parts retaining nearly all of their blue and coin finish with only some minor handling marks. Stocks have a few scattered marks in what appears to be their original lacquer finish. Bores are bright and shiny without noted problems. Action is tight, barrels are on face, ejectors in time, mechanical trigger appears to work well. The third fastener locking bolt is sheared off of top lever, so no bolt engages third fastener. (22-5921/MGM). MODERN. $2,200-3,000.

2152. ITALIAN ZOLI & FLLI RIZZINI BOXLOCK SXS SHOTGUN RETAILED BY ABERCROMBIE & FITCH. Cal. 20

Ga. S# 4288 (XXII = 1966). The 1966 proofed 26” barrels have a matted slightly raised rib w/ brass front bead & white mid bead. Right tube stamped on underside w/ 3 stars for Mod choke & left tube stamped w/ 4 stars for IC choke. The case hardened boxlock action has dbl. triggers, extractors & automatic safety. Receiver has geometric pattern motif & border engraving. Walnut splinter forearm w/ wrap around point pattern checkering & Anson release. Rnd. knob checkered pistol grip walnut stock w/ brass medallion on toeline w/ initials “JH” intertwined. LOP: 14 1/2” to brown ventilated pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6.36 LBS. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: SKB Case w/ keys & 2 snap caps. CONDITION: good lightly faded bbl. blue w/ scattered patina & couple of areas of oxidation. Very good case colors w/ worn finish on bottom tang. Very good forearm finish. Left side of buttstock has lost considerable amount of its varnish; balance of buttstock good showing scattered handling marks. Shiny bores showing fouling & scratches. Case latches don’t line up properly when trying to secure case. (23-2736/ MD). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

2153. PAIR OF AYA SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER XXV GAME GUNS WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” both. S# 279733 (Gun #1) & S# 279734 (Gun #2) (1969). The 25” chopper lump barrels are fitted with raised Churchill ribs gold inlaid “AYA” and “1” or “2” on breech ends. Matching numerals are on top levers and forend latches. Tops of right barrels are marked with maker’s name and “MADE IN SPAIN”. Barrel flats are stamped with 1969 Spanish nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. Case hardened side lock actions feature automatic safeties, bushed strikers, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H type hand detachable locks and single selective triggers. Actions and lockplates are engraved with full coverage, hand cut shaded scroll surrounding a vast array of flower blossoms and acanthus which is bound by a ribbon toward top of lockplates. Bottoms of actions are engraved with maker’s name on arched ribbon. Blued trigger guards have S#’s on short tangs. Straight grip buttstocks are of European walnut and measure 14 1/4” over checkered wood butts. Wood on gun #1 has some smokey marbling on right side and is rather plain on left. Wood on gun #2 has good stump figure and some marbling. Stocks feature drop points, point pattern checkering and gold ovals engraved “JCR”. Matching beavertail ejector forends have Deeley releases. Gun #1 MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .732. R .730. Restriction: L .033. (full). R .017 (mod). Wall thickness: L .027. R .030. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 7 oz. Gun #2 MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .731. R .728. Restriction: L .024 (mod). R .008 (IC). Wall thickness: L .024. R .026. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/16”. DAC: 1 1/2”+. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 11 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: guns are housed in their original leather case with stitched leather corners. A brass rectangle on top is engraved “JAMES C. RICKOFF”. Interior is lined in green cloth and a black printed foil AYA label is in lid. Case contains a glass oil bottle and a key. Case is fitted with blue canvas outer cover with zippered closure. CONDTION: very fine. Both guns retain nearly all their factory finishes on both wood and metal. Gun #1 has some scuffs on side of left barrel in front of forend with some associated denting evident in bore. There are a good scattering of dents on buttstock of gun #2; otherwise guns are mechanically and cosmetically fine. Case leather is somewhat scuffed and with some marks, scrapes and handle are good, outer cover is good, interior cloth is very good to fine with some rubs through, label shows considerable rubs and marks. (22-5840 & 22-5841./MGM). BOTH CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

2154. AYA AUGUSTA DELUXE O/U SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH 2 BARREL SETS AND CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4. S# 436078. Both 26” demi bloc barrel sets are fitted with low matted ventilated ribs gold inlaid “1” & “2”. Both sides of ejector housings are engraved with maker’s name and address and deep relief carved with large open shaded scroll. Sides of top left barrels are marked with importer’s (Cyril Adams) info. Bottom barrels are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers (no date code is found). Coin finished double Kirsten sidelock O/U action features non automatic safety, detachable side locks with hidden cover, gold plated internals, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators and single selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with exceptionally well cut and shaded dramatic varying size open scroll with some floral and acanthus highlights. Maker’s name is in arch on bottom of action. Well streaked and finely fiddle figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 15 7/8” over checkered wood butt and features chin strap transition to grip, multi point pattern grip checkering and gold oval engraved “DRS”. Matching, three piece ejector forend with Deeley release serves both barrel sets. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: #1 Bore Diameter: O .726. U .726. Restriction: O .025.(Mod). U .006 (IC). BBLS: #2 Bore Diameter: O .725. U .724. Restriction: O .044 (Extra Full). U .026 (Mod). STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 3/4-”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 15 7/8”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 0 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in its original tan leather case with stitched leather corners lined in green felt. A black AYA label is in lid. Case is configured for gun and both barrel sets and contains: brown paper bag (numbered to gun) with spare main springs, ejector springs, top lever spring and strikers. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears essentially “as new” with only a very few handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is also very fine. These well made guns retail at well over $21,000 when available. (23-2141/MGM). MODERN. $5,000-7,000.

2155. AYA MODEL 37 AUGUSTA GRADE O/U

SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 437243. Fine shotgun mfg. in Eibar, Spain by Aguirre Y Aranzabal. Bbls. 28” w/ hand matted vent rib. Sidelock action featuring single non-selective trigger, selective ejectors, non-automatic safety & gold bar tumbler cocking indicators. Full coverage deep relief tight scroll engraving that continues to breech end of bbls & forearm iron. Engraving is highlighted by dark backgrounds. Inside of forearm iron is machine jeweled. 3 piece forearm & pistol grip stock of dark colored fancy European walnut w/ point pattern hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/8” over a thin solid red London style pad. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 1 7/8”. Stock is approx. 1/8” cast off. Bore diameter: O, .724, U, .722. Choke constriction: O, .027, U, .004. Minimum wall thickness: O, .035, U, .032. WEIGHT: 8 lbs., 1.4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: leather trimmed canvas covered luggage case w/ green felt fitted interior having a green cloth zipper-cover w/ leather corners. CONDITION: bbls. retain 90% matte black finish showing slight muzzle wear. Action has dull finish w/ darkened backgrounds. Wood has good finish & checkering showing small marks. Very good bright bores. (23-1704/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

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. (22-1128/JSL). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

engraved with sprays of scroll. Both sides are also engraved “A. Francotte Maker & Patentee London”. S# is on trigger guard tang. Well figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over 3/4” thick hard rubber checkered buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching short splinter forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .725. R .724. Restriction: L .030 (Full). R .011 (IC). Wall thickness: L .030. R .031. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 2 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun comes in a dark brown alligator patterned leather case with nickel plated trim. Case is lined in blue velvet and reproduction Francotte label is in lid. CONDITION: good with refinishing. Barrels retaining a fair amount of what appears to be original brown with evidence of cleaning and some rubbed in cold blue. Action is mostly silver gray. Stocks have most of an old oil refinish with many marks. Checkering is considerably worn, almost flat in some places. Pitted bores have been polished and are shiny; forcing cones lengthened otherwise mechanically good. Case is good with some rubs; interior cloth with compressions. (23-2129/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

non-automatic safety, hidden third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers, H&H style hand detachable locks, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators and single selective trigger. Action is engraved with 100% coverage hand cut background of scroll with acanthus and floral accents. Maker’s name is on bottom. Gun is #1 of a pair with “1” gold inlaid on top lever and forend tip. #1 is not on rib as this is a later replacement. Straight grip buttstock of lightly streaked European walnut measures 13 1/2” over checkered wood butt and features drop points and point pattern checkering. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .729. R .728. Restriction: L .027 (Mod). R .000(Cyl). Wall thickness: L .030. R .027. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1 5/16”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 13 1/2”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in green canvas case with tan leather corners and combination lock. Interior is lined in green felt and contains exterior straps. CONDITION: exceptionally fine retaining nearly all factory finish on action and wood. Barrels likely reblued after installation of newer rib. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically good. Case is good. (23-2130 /MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

2159. ARRIETA 871 ROUND BODIED SIDELOCK EJECTOR 20

GA.

GAME GUN RETAILED

BY GRIFFIN & HOWE. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-3/4”. S# 38331. The 26” chopper lump barrels fitted with narrow matted flat rib are marked “GRIFFIN & HOWE - NEW YORK” on top of left barrel. Barrel flats are stamped with 1995 Spanish nitro proofs and barrels are marked for IC & Mod chokes. Case hardened, round bodied sidelock action with Arrieta marks on watertable, features automatic safety, bushed strikers, H&H style detachable sidelocks, engraved tumbler end cocking indicators and double triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with 70% coverage, medium scroll with some rose bouquets. “GRIFFIN & HOWE” “NEW YORK” are in gold on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard with single bead on bow has S# on tang. Lightly figured and streaked dark European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4” over skipline checkered wood butt. Point pattern flat top checkering is at grip. Matching wide splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .626. R .626. Restriction: L .010 (Mod). R .003 (IC). Wall thickness: L .028. R .028. STOCK: DAH: 2-1/4”. DAC: 1-1/2+”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14-3/4”. WEIGHT: 5 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in green canvas case with leather corners lined in green felt, which contains a pair of snap caps and 2 keys. CONDITION: very fine, showing moderate field use. Barrels show a scattering of very light marks. Case color of action thinning and silvering around bottom. Case color remains strong on top and on locks. There is a fair scattering of small marks on buttstock and some brush marks on right side of forend. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Case is good showing some scuffs. Straps and handle are good; interior is somewhat stained. (23-2135/MGM). MODERN. $4,000-6,000.

2160. PRE-WW2 UGARTECHEA BEST QUALITY SIDELOCK

SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., chambers are lengthened to 2-3/4”. S# 26721. Bbls. 275/8” w/ hand matted solid rib. Assisted opening sidelock action. Features include double under lug & third bite locking w/ side clips, cocking indicators, ejectors & hinged front trigger. Right edge of trigger guard is rolled. Traditional fine English rose & scroll full coverage hand engraving. Breech end of bbl., forearm tip & top lever are marked w/ gold no. 1s indicating this gun was part of a 2 gun set. Splinter forearm w/ Anson release & straight hand stock of fancy European walnut. Stock features include point pattern checkering, tear drop points & nameplate on toeline. LOP: shortened to 14-1/4” over a red ventilated aftermarket pad. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-5/16”. Near neutral cast. Bore diameter: RT .721”, LT .724”. Choke constriction: RT .013”, LT .032”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .028”, LT .027”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 2 ozs. CONDITION: bbls. retain 98% reblacked finish & have very good bright bores. Action has a very good cleaned bright finish. Stock & forearm are refinished showing small marks. Freshened checkering. Action is tight on face. (23-661/DS). CURIO. $2,500-4,000.

approx. 1/8’’ cast off. Bore diameter: RT .735”, LT .732”. Choke constriction: RT .026”, LT .035”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .025”, LT .022”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 1.2 ozs. Mfg. 1950. CONDITION: bbl. has over 98% reblacked finish w/ weakly legible markings. Action has a cleaned soft gray appearance. Trigger guard & fittings have good reblued finish. Refinished wood shows small marks. Checkering is freshened. Forcing cones are lengthened. Right bore has an area of deep pitting forward of chamber. Left bore shows some light pitting. Action is tight & on face. (23-664/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

.725. Choke Constriction: R .008 L .017. Minimum Wall Thickness: R .030 L .031. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 11.6 oz. Date codes indicate 1997 mfg. This mid-grade gun was produced at a time when Arrizabalaga offered several grades of shotguns. Currently, they offer only best quality guns & have achieved a reputation of making the finest guns in Spain. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain 97% blue & case colored finish showing slight edge wear. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches & marks. Gun is tight & on face. Bright near excellent bores. (23-2151/DS) MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

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. $2,000-3,000.

of fancy European walnut. Features include point pattern hand checkering w/ additional checkering on ears, tear drop points & sling swivels. LOP: 14-3/8” to a checkered butt. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. Stock has approx. 1/4” cast off. Bore diameter: RT .718”, LT .718”. Choke constriction: RT .026”, LT .026”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .021”, LT .030”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 12.4 ozs. CONDITION: 80% lightly worn blue showing carry wear. Wood has very good finish showing small marks. Action is tight w/ top lever at center. Bores have areas of deep pitting forward of chambers. (23-673/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, vented strikers, dbl. triggers, arrow feather engraved tumbler end cocking indicators in bugeye pivots have dual arrow heads engraved on lockplate. Action is engraved w/ 80% coverage British style rose & scroll. Matching scroll is on trigger guard bow. Tang is engraved “Modelo 17”. Rnd. knob pistol grip buttstock of swirly streaked European walnut measures 14 1/2” over open sided “Whiteline” pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .729”, L .729”. Restriction: R .009” (IC), L .0 24” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .026”, L .026”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 1/2+”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 8 lb. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Metal parts retaining nearly all reblue & color hardening over some light pitting. Stocks w/ nearly all oil refinish. Sm. crack behind left lockplate. Bright shiny bores. Action is tight. (22-4503/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.

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 than 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 gray. 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. $1,500-2,500.

wall thickness: RT .036”, LT .028”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 11.6 ozs. Mfg. in Eibar, Spain prior to 1927. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 95% original blue. Action has 80% lightly faded case colors. Trigger guard shows worn blue from carry use. Wood has good original finish & checkering showing numerous small marks. Right side of butt has a 2” crack extending from buttplate. Action is tight & on face w/

shortened to 14” over a thick black foam pad. DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-3/8”. Neutral cast. Bore diameter: RT .740”, LT .738”. Choke constriction: RT cyl. bore, LT cyl. bore. Minimum wall thickness: RT .026”, LT .025”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 13.2 ozs. Mfg. 1941. CONDITION: action is cleaned, bright & retains very good engraving. Bbls. have 98% reblacked finish. Trigger guard & fittings are reblued w/ good engraving. Refinished wood has freshened checkering. Bore shows scattered light pitting. Action is tight & on face. (23-689/DS). CURIO. $900-1,400.

triggers, front trigger is hinged. Splinter forearm w/ Anson release. Round knob stock w/ fancy European walnut w/ hand checkering. LOP: altered to 14-1/8” over a white line trap pad. DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-7/16”. Near neutral cast. Bore diameter: RT .728”, LT .729”. Choke constriction: RT .016”, LT .023”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .032”, LT .027”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 10 ozs. Mfg. in Eibar, Spain prior to 1927. CONDITION: bbls. retain 80% dull finish showing spots of corrosion. Action finish has faded to a silvery gray patina & retains very good engraving. Heavily sanded wood shows dents & marks. Stock is undersized around the lock plates. Forearm has a dark oil soaked appearance. Bores are pitted. Left bbl. has a dent 6” from muzzle. Action is tight. (23-695/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

of bbl., top lever & forearm tip are marked w/ gold no. 1 Indicating gun is one of a two bbl. set. Splinter forearm w/ Anson release & straight grip stock of fancy walnut. Stock has point pattern hand checkering, tear drop points & German silver nameplate in toeline. Comb of stock has added rubber face protector. LOP: 13 3/4” to original buttplate. DAC: 1 7/16”. DAH: 2 1/2”. Stock has a small amount of cast off. Bore diameter: RT .724”, LT .724”. Choke constriction: RT .015”, LT .034”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .032”, LT .029”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 1.4 ozs. Mfg. 1947. CONDITION: bbls. retain 70% lightly faded blue. Action has a pleasing gray appearance. Refinished wood shows handling marks. Checkering is freshened. Pitting present in bores. Action is tight & on face. (23-699/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,500.

13-7/8” over a buttplate & 1/4” spacer. Comb has added leather facing. DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2-1/2”. Stock has approx. 1/8” cast off. Bore diameter: RT .727, LT .724”. Choke constriction: RT .019”, LT .034”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .034”, LT .032”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs. CONDITION: bbls. retain 90% lightly worn blue showing handling marks. Action has pleasing gray appearance. Refinished wood shows wear & handling marks. Checkering is freshened. Action is tight w/ top lever sitting at center. Both bores show pitting. (23-700/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,600.

include hand checkering, tear drop point & oval nameplate at toeline. Bbl. & stock have sling swivels. LOP: altered to 13 5/8” over a red ventilated “DEL VALLE” pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 3/8”. Stock has approx. 3/8” cast off. Bore diameter: RT .730”, LT .732”. Choke constriction: RT .035”, LT .039”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .031”, LT .026”. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 3 ozs. CONDITION: action has a soft gray cleaned appearance & retains strong engraving. Bbls. have 97% reblacked finish. Bores show some light pitting. Wood has good refinished w/ freshened checkering. Action is tight & on face. (23-702/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

red pad & 1-1/4” spacer. DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2-3/16”. Neutral cast. Chambers are lengthened to 2-3/4” w/ lengthened forcing cones. Bore diameter: RT .735”, LT .031”. Choke constriction: RT .021”, LT .034”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .026”, LT 027”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 7.6 ozs. Mfg. 1941. CONDITION: Bbls. have over 95% reblacked finish w/ weakened markings. Action has brightly cleaned finish showing some weakening of engraving. Trigger guard & fittings are reblued w/ weakened engraving. Floorplate has a shallow dent. Sanded & refinished wood has good gloss finish w/ chips along trigger guard tang & action. Checkering is deeply recut. Good bores. (23-704/DS). CURIO. $900-1,200.

w/ hand checkering & tear drop points. LOP: 14-1/8” over a red ventilated pad. DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 2-1/8”. Neutral cast. Bore diameter: RT .734”, LT .737”. Choke constriction: RT .010”, LT .040”. Minimum wall thickness: RT .022”, LT .018”. WEIGHT: 6 lbs., 14 ozs. Bbl. date code indicates 1939 mfg. CONDITION: bbls. retain 90% blue showing light wear marks. Action has 70% case color showing fading in carry areas. Trigger guard shows handling wear. Forearm has dark oil soaked appearance w/ moderate checkering wear. Stock has good finish & checkering showing small marks. Action is tight & on face. Right bbl. shows scattered spots of pitting. Left bbl. has good bright bore. (23-708/DS). CURIO. $1,800-2,400.

2175. VICTOR SARASQUETA MODEL No. 10 SIDELOCK

EJECTOR HEAVY GAME OR PIGEON GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS. Cal. 12 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 123598. Two sets of bbls., original set measuring 30” are of chopperlump construction and are fitted with slightly raised matted game rib. Tops are engraved with maker’s name and address. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1957 Spanish Nitro proofs for 2 3/4” chambers. “1” is stamped on front lump. Second set of 25 5/8” chopperlump bbls. are unengraved on tops and have matching rib. Bbl. flats are stamped with 1983 Spanish Nitro proofs. “2” is stamped on front lump. Case hardened sidelock action with automatic safety, third fastener, bushed strikers, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and double triggers (front articulated) is engraved in normal model 10 style. Action and lockplates exhibit near full coverage British style rose and scroll while fences are deeply relief carved with acorns and oakleaves. Maker’s name is on bottom of action. Single beaded trigger guard is engraved with matching scroll. Attractively streaked and somewhat crotch figured straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 13 7/8” over old “Holland, London” pad. Stock features drop points, point pattern checkering and sling loop. Matching splinter ejector forend serves both bbl. sets. MEASUREMENTS: BBL. SET 1: Bore Diameter: R .725”, L .726”. Restriction: R .002” (IC), L .033”. (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .029”, L .029”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 3/8”. LOP: 13 7/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. BBL. SET 2: Bore Diameter: R .726”, L .725”. Restriction: R .004” (IC), L .038”. (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .035”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/4”. DAC: 1 3/8”. LOP: 13 7/8”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2nd bbl. set. CONDITION: fine as refinished, most likely by factory at time of fitting the number “2” bbls. Original bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblue. Rib matting soft and edges somewhat rounded. Newer bbls. retain nearly all their original blue. Action retains about 70% new case hardening color. Lockplates retain nearly all of their color. Gold on left tumbler end mostly missing. Stocks retain nearly all of a new oil refinish, checkering recut. Bores are bright and shiny. Old bbls. with evidence of professional dent repair about 7” behind muzzles. Bbl. set 2 has a minor small dent about 4” from muzzle. Action is tight. Barrels are on face. Mechanically good. (22-4481/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

2176. EARLY VICTOR SARASQUETA SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAMEGUN WITH TWO BARREL SETS; ONE WITH RIFLED BORE. Cal. 12 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 2021. bbls. Made during the period when Victor Sarasqueta produced some very high quality guns, this gun has 2 sets of bbls.; set gold inlaid “1” measures 27 5/8”, set gold inlaid “2” measures 26 1/4”, both with concave game ribs engraved with maker’s name and address and maker to King Don Alfonso the 8th information. Rear portions of ribs are also gold inlaid with Victor Sarasqueta “VS” running rabbit crowned trademarks. Bbl. flats are stamped with pre-1927 Spanish Nitro proofs for 12 ga. Right bbl. of set “2” has full length shallow rifling. Coin finished sidelock action features automatic safety (“SEGURO” inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, gas vents and double triggers. Serial number is on water table. Action is engraved with near full coverage British style rose and scroll. Newly made high quality round knob pistol grip buttstock of dark well streaked European walnut measures 15” over red “Silver” type pad. Stock features drop points, point pattern checkering and silver oval engraved “JAG”. Matching splinter ejector forend services both bbl. sets and has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS:

BBL. SET “1”: Bore Diameter: R .727”, L .730”. Restriction: R .012” (MOD), L .028” (IMOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .020”, L .029”. BBL. SET “2”: Bore Diameter: R .725” (RIFLED), L .729”. Restriction: R 0” (CYL), L .029” (IMOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .023”, L .029”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 9/16”. LOP: 15”. CAST: approx. 3/8” off. WEIGHT W/ BBL SET “1”: 6 lb. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: extra bbl. set. CONDITION: good as reconditioned. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a good quality reblack with a few subsequent marks, engraving has softened a bit. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Engraving getting quite thin on bottom and trigger guard. New stocks retain nearly all of their oil finish with some minor subsequent marks. Bores are bright and shiny in bbl. set “1”. Bbl. set “2” is lightly frosted throughout both bores. Action is tight. Bbls. are on face. (22-4518/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved w/ sm. scroll w/ rose bouquet highlights surrounding scene of eagle making off w/ lamb on bottom. Sideplates are fully engraved with game scenes depicting a pair of pointers and pheasant on left lock with a pair of setters watching four grouse depart on right. Portrait of a spaniel retrieving a rabbit is on trigger guard bow. Well marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over brown open sided pad. Stock features drop points, closely spaced point pattern grip checkering and a sling loop. Matching splinter ejector forend w/ Anson release has interesting switch to deactivate ejectors. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .725”, L .727”. Restriction: R . 017” (MOD), L .035” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .029”, L .026”. STOCK: DAH: 2 3/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/2”. CAST: approx. 1/2” on. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 15 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. There are only a few marks in new blue of bbls. Engraving is soft. Action cleaned to coin finish. Stocks with nearly all shiny oil refinish., checkering recut. Bores are shiny with evidence of cleaning over light pitting throughout. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Ejector selector inoperable; ejectors trip in either position. (22-4521/MGM). CURIO. $900-1,400.

square back action features automatic safety, square crossbolt third fastener, vented and bushed strikers, sideclips and double triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved w/ near full coverage sm. scroll. Replacement buttstock of well marbled and figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over red “Silver” type pad. Point pattern checkering is on semi diamond hand. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .733”, L .734”. Restriction: R .012” (LIGHT MOD), L .032” (FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .022”, L .020”. STOCK: DAH: 1 5/8”. DAC: 1 3/16”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: approx. 1/2” off. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. CONDITION: fair to good as refinished. Bbls. w/ about 90% old reblack. Engraving softened. Action w/ about 60% new blue. Engraving very thin on lockplates, soft on action. Replacement stocks with old refinish. Checkering recut. Bores are considerably pitted, especially toward breech ends. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. (22-4531/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.

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 Decelerator 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. $1,000-2,000.

lockplate depicts dogs taking down wild boar with another pointing a grouse, other dogs are taking down a stag on right lockplate with pheasant toward front. Bottom of action has a scene of stag and hind in woodlands. Fences are relief carved depicting ducks with background of scroll. Top lever has thumbpiece pierced with pheasant scene. A dog retrieving a duck is on trigger guard bow. Serial number is on tang. Nicely figured and marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over open sided basketweave pad. Stock features drop points, point pattern grip checkering and a gold oval on toeline where a sling swivel has been removed. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .736”, L .736”. Restriction: R .037” (FULL), L .040” (EXTRA FULL). Min. Wall Thickness: R .020”, L .016”. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2+”. DAC: 1 1/2-”. LOP: 14 1/2 CAST: slightly off.

WEIGHT: 6 lb. 9 oz. CONDITION: fair to good. Bbls. with new reblack over scattered marks. Engraving softened. Maker’s name newly engraved. Action retains most of a recolor with evidence of considerable polishing. Fine scroll engraving with considerable losses, relief engraving with flat spots. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish. Checkering roughly recut. Bores show considerable pitting toward breech ends, frosted throughout. Riveling is evident in left bbl. near thin area 12-14” behind muzzle at bottom. Action is tight.

without date. Coin finished sidelock action features non automatic safety (“SICHER” inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, arrowhead tumbler end cocking indicators and double triggers (front articulated). Interior inspections reveal locks are indeed of Purdey type and ejector system is also similar to the famous Wem ejector used on Purdey guns; drop is replaceable. Action and lockplates are engraved with about 80% coverage nicely cut scroll surrounding small rose bouquets, all within small scroll, geometric and floral borders. “O. Geyger & Co. Berlin” is on each lockplate. Geyger number “2786” is on top of action in front of top lever. Trigger guard is horn. Horn capped pistol grip buttstock of well fiddle figured and nicely marbled European walnut measures 14 1/4” over solid brown basketweave “Pachmayr” pad. Stock features shadowline right hand cheekpiece, point pattern grip checkering and a sling loop matching the one screwed to bottom rib. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .720”, L .720”. Restriction: R .010” (IC), L .023” (MOD). Min. Wall Thickness: R .030”, L .030”. STOCK: DAH: 2 9/16. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: very slightly off. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: very good as refinished, bbls. retaining about 90% reblue with some sharp edge wear and a few light marks. Action is cleaned to coin finish. Engraving remains good with traces of remaining case hardening color on floorplate and under top lever. Stocks retain nearly all of an oil refinish with a few scattered marks. Checkering shows considerable wear and has not been recut. Horn of trigger guard remains good without damage. Bores are bright and shiny with some leading in right bbl. Action is tight, bbls. are off face. Drop is good. Mechanically good. An interesting German gun, possibly actually built by Purdey. (22-4509/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

Green cloth sling on swivels. LOP: 13 3/4” to black composite buttplate. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 2 1/4”. CAST: neutral. MEASUREMENTS: bore diameter: Top - .726, bottom - .726. Choke constriction: top - .027, bottom - .015. WEIGHT: 6.75 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 snap caps. CONDITION: bbls. have near very good blue w/ minor marks & patina along wood line. Very good top lever & triggerguard blue w/ light wear on trigger guard tang. Very good case colors w/ light wear & patina on edges. Good wood finish showing large area of wear & patina to left side buttstock & wrist area; scattered scratches & impressions throughout. Bores are bright & shiny. Action appears tight to face. Ejectors appear in time. (23-2588/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

2183. RELIEF CARVED HEYM MODEL 55F O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 43368 (AH = 2007). Monobloc 28 3/8” bbls. w/ matte rib, flattened brass bead & sling swivel on bottom tube. Fixed full chokes. Water table has Munich 2007 Nitro proofs. Coin finished scalloped boxlock action w/ semi relief engraving of mallards on left side & fox on right side highlighted by scroll & geometric patterns. Black composite grooved trigger guard. Action features Greener style cross bolt fastener, cocking indicators, dbl. triggers, ejectors & automatic safety. Three piece walnut forearm w/ matching numbered Deeley release, skip line segmented checkering along w/ ornate oak leaf carving. Pistol grip walnut stock w/ black composite grip cap, floral carving on ears, skip line checkering, large oval shadow line cheekpiece on left side & sling swivel on toeline. Ornate carved woodland scene on right side buttstock featuring fox chasing two flushing pheasants & hare on left side. Highlighting scenes is ornate oak leaf carving. LOP: 12 1/2” to brown ventilated pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/8”. CAST: slight cast on.

WEIGHT: 6.3 LBS. CONDITION: very good blue w/ light marks, pinprick oxidation & line wear at point where the tubes meet the monobloc. Very good coin finish. Very good wood finish w/ light marks. Bright shiny bores w/ light fouling & scratches near chokes & forward of chambers. (23-2159/MD). MODERN. $800-1,200.

12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 60033 (364 = March 1964). VR 28” bbls. w/ brass front bead. Full chokes. Case hardened scalloped blitz style boxlock action w/ dbl. triggers, cocking indicators, ejectors & non-automatic safety. Action has wedges of acanthus scroll engraving w/ wavy line borders. Blued trigger guard w/ scroll engraving on bow. Checkered forearm w/ matching Deeley release. Walnut pistol grip stock w/ Skeet style profile, grip cap & sling swivel on toeline. LOP: 14” to Morgan adj. buttplate. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 1/2”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 7.4 lbs. CONDITION: very good over 95% bbl. blue w/ varnish overspray from forearm, pinprick patina & streaks on right side top tube by breech. Very good case colors w/ peeling varnish & light wear. Wood has been lightly sanded & refinished w/ a few sm. cracks & previous sm. gouges. Refreshened checkering on forearm. Action appears tight on face. Bright bores w/ scratches & fouling forward of chamber & around choke area. (23-2179/MD). MODERN. $800-1200.

2184. GERMAN MERKEL 200E

TRAP STYLE O/U SHOTGUN. Cal.

Lot 2185

James Purdey

Mag With Case And Factory Letter

2185. JAMES PURDEY BEST DOUBLE RIFLE IN .300 H&H MAG WITH CASE AND FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 300 H&H. S# 22719. According to Purdey factory letter this rifle was finished in 1925 and shipped to Manton & Son, Calcutta. Its original caliber was .246 Purdey. Factory records indicate only 13 double rifles were made in this caliber. During the 1970’s & 80’s a large number of British double rifles were exported from India. At the time .246 ammunition was very hard to come by so most of these rifles were rebored to available calibers; as is the case with this rifle. It was converted to .300 H&H magnum rimless. Bottoms of the 25 1/2” chopper lump barrels are engraved “Rebored by” J. Roberts & Son, London. Barrel flats stamped with remnants of original London .246 proofs and 1981 London reproofs for .300 magnum 2.85” case at 18.5 tons (.300 H&H). Each ejector is fitted with half moon type rimless extractor blade. Barrels are fitted with wide stippled quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight and turret type front scope base along with rear dovetail for QD type rings. A small silver bead is in matching stippled ramp. Broad mid rib is engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House. South Audley Street, London. Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel”. Bottoms of barrels stamped with S# and barrel maker’s initials “GA” (G. Aston).

Tube numbers “2835” & “2836” are on loop. (These are very early numbers and the Victorian era barrel maker, G. Aston is not listed in 1912. It is likely that left over barrel sets were utilized in making the 13 rifles in the “new” .246 proprietary cartridge introduced in 1923). Barrels are fitted with sling loop in soldered on base. Case hardened Beesley patent self opening sidelock action features automatic bolted safety (“SAFE” & “BOLTED” are inlaid in gold). Sliding third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers, reinforcing bolsters, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, Wem ejector system and double triggers. A seldom seen feature is the folding ghost ring aperture sight made integral with top lever pivot screw. Action engraved with near full coverage Purdey house style small scroll and rose bouquets. Maker’s name is on each lockplate and bottom of action over “London”. S# is on blued trigger guard tang which extends to engraved steel grip cap. Pistol grip buttstock of lightly streaked and slightly fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 1/4” over silver type pad. Stock features classic drop points, point pattern grip checkering with sweep to back line; a sling loop and vacant silver oval are on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release has Edwardian era actioner’s initials “A.F.” (Alf Fullalove) on iron. DAH: approx. 2 3/4”. DAC: approx. 1 15/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 7oz. without scope.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is fitted with Zeiss Divari-Z 1.5-6X 30mm rail scope with 3 post reticle. ERA type swing off QD mounts (Rear with windage) are installed. Rifle and scope are housed in what appears to be their original oak and leather case with brass corners and central medallion. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and a small paper Purdey label is in lid. Bottom compartment has been refitted to accept scope and contains Purdey marked square oil bottle, ebony handled striker key, carrying strap, brass snap caps, bone striker bottle with one spare striker, and relatively new cleaning kit. Paperwork includes: Purdey factory letter, J. Roberts email & ledger page. CONDITION: fine as refurbished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a good quality reblue; action with about 90% new case hardening color, engraving remains clear; stocks with most of a dull oil refinish with some subsequent scratches most on right side of butt; checkering recut. During the rebore/refitting process the front lump was replaced most likely by J. Roberts who states in a letter that they did not fit the scope mounts. (Original lump is in case). Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Ejectors in time but rather weak. Scope is fine with some light marks on exterior, optically clear. Case leather is good with scratches, bumps and tape marks. Interior cloth is renewed and remains in fine condition with some rubs. Label is heavily foxed. Accessories are good.

PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-4915/MGM). CURIO. $20,000-30,000.

“NO 467 GRIFFIN & HOWE INC. NEW YORK”. (This early rifle was made at the time that the G&H S#’s were assigned by caliber before sequential numbering starting at 500 in 1926). A 1” triangle of scroll engraving is at breech end along with caliber designation “.30/25 M.1.” (Cal. .30 1925 Mark 1?) . Action has had tang slimmed, G&H side mount and Lyman 48 bases installed, and top of receiver ring and bridge stippled. There are sprays of scroll on receiver ring and left side of bridge. Bolt has had front portion polished and engine turned, handle is lowered, knob is checkered in two panels. A Buehler safety is installed. Bottom metal is unaltered from military configuration. It is engraved with about 30% coverage well cut shaded scroll surrounding the Whelen family crest on floorplate. Crest consists of two leopards passant on a shield which is surmounted with a Duke’s crown and trumpeting swan. This crest is found on other rifles that once belonged to Whelen. Front of floorplate is engraved with Griffin & Howe name and address. This treatment is only found on early G&H rifles. Tripper guard bow is also scroll engraved and this scroll surrounds the gold inlaid initials “WBW”. All engraving on this rifle is the work of the noted Rudolph Kornbrath. Steel capped pistol grip stock of lightly marbled European walnut measures 13 7/8” over checkered and engraved steel buttplate with trap. (Oiler in trap). It features early G&H styling with horn forend tip, early type G&H case hardened and engraved grip cap. Very well cut point pattern checkering at grip and around forend. Sling eyes are fitted to toeline and forend. Rifle is mounted with Lyman All-American 4X scope with crosshair reticle in G&H alloy rings and slide. CONDTION: very fine, barrel and action retaining essentially all G&H applied rust blue with later fitting of side mount. Bolt handle lowered at this time with new channel cut in stock. Bottom metal retains about 90% of what appears to be its original rust blue, silvering on edges. Stock retains nearly all of what appears to be its original hand rubbed oil finish with a scattering of light marks, checkering is lightly worn, as mentioned before a crossbolt was installed and a 1” crack is found in front of bottom metal running toward forend checkering. Scope is very fine with a few marks on exterior, optically clear. Bore is bright, sharp and shiny, mechanically fine, rear sight staff is missing. PROVENANCE: Rifle was sold at April 2016 Amoskeag Auction for almost $15,000. (23-4783/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

stock provided, to a complete reworking with fine embellishment as is the case with this fine rifle. The original 24” star gauge barrel has had sling eye and front sight ramp with gold bead sleeved on. Top of barrel is engraved “No. 817 GRIFFIN & HOWE inc. NEW YORK”. Action has had tang reshaped, numbers removed, receiver ring stippled, G&H side mount installed. Original Lyman 48 base has blank slide fitted. Bolt has body polished and damascened, bolt knob is checkered, bottom flattened. Cocking knob is removed giving faster lock time. Military trigger is retained. Bottom metal is unaltered. Barrel, bolt handle, receiver sight base and bottom metal are all engraved by noted master engraver Rudolph Kornbrath; prolific independent engraver who specialized in work on firearms. He emigrated to Hartford, CT in 1910 and worked until he suffered a stroke in 1937. He worked for Colt, Hoffman and private people, as well as doing the preponderance of work for Griffin & Howe in their early years. Barrel has triangle of relief scroll at rear and some scroll decoration around front sight. Top of sling eye band is engraved to match. Receiver itself is not engraved but Lyman base is near fully engraved. Bolt handle is fully relief engraved with some acanthus and rose blossoms which are essentially a Kornbrath signature. Bottom metal is near fully engraved with intricate relief scroll and some ribbons which surround circular vignettes of game animals in relief gold. The center of floorplate depicts a bugling elk on a hilltop, center of trigger guard bow has the portrait of a mountain goat. This scene is flanked by more blossoms. Steel grip cap with trap is engraved to match. Pistol grip stock made of a very fine piece of well figured and marbled European walnut measures 13 1/8” over checkered and engraved steel buttplate with trap (empty). The stock is of the style thought to be the work of Seymour Griffin with its distinctive small cheek piece with shadow line on edge. Stock also features horn forend tip, sling eye, and well cut point pattern checkering around grip and forend. A gold oval engraved with crossed keys is on toeline. Rifle is mounted with what appears to be its original R. Noske 2 1/2 X “Hunter” scope with picket post reticle in steel G&H rings and slide (rear with micrometer adjustment for windage). CONDITION: fine, metal parts retain most of their factory rust blue, thinning overall and with some minor splotches on barrel. Damascening on bolt is bright, stock retains most of an old oil refinish, with a fair number of subsequent marks. Checkering is lightly worn and somewhat clogged with oil. Bore is bright and shiny with sharp rifling throughout, mechanically fine. Scope has some rubs and scratches on its exterior blue, optically clear. (22-5797/MGM). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

this rifle is “201”. The pictured rifle is “202”, the second 400 Whelen made after G&H started assigning numbers by caliber. The rifle for sale here is the first. It has 24” 1/3” round 2/3” octagon ribbed barrel without rear sights or band. Gold bead front sight is in integral ramp. Milled out portion on top of rib is engraved “No. 201 Griffin & Howe, Inc. New York”. Model 1903 Springfield action “951470” is unaltered except for installation of Lyman 48 receiver sight and flattening and checkering of bolt knob. Military trigger is retained and bottom metal is unaltered. Stock of lightly streaked and fiddle figured European walnut measures 14 3/8” over checkered steel buttplate with trap (compartment is empty). Stock features early style G&H double shadow line cheekpiece, horn grip cap, schnabled tip, and sling eyes. Distinctive borderless checkering at grip and around forend has rounded pattern and small fleur-de-lis intrusions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is accompanied by an armory type walnut box with rectangular plate on top marked “.400 WHELEN RIFLE” “ACCESSORIES” “TOWNSEND WHELEN” “1922”. Box contains a custom made cleaning rod, 2 steel drop tubes for powder, copper funnel, marked and dated sizing die, matching case length and seating die and a box of 20 - 1936 National Match .030M1 cartridges. This reloading set appears to be the one Mike Petrov borrowed while working on loads on his G&H 400, (barrel No. “202”). Reloading set is pictured in his book). It is possible that this particular rifle was made for Townsend Whelen although there are no markings on it that indicate this. Further research could be interesting. CONDITION: fine as lightly refinished. Metal parts with nearly all correct rust re-blue, screw and bolt stop are temper blued. Stock retains over 90% of an oil refinish over a few heavy marks and a good scattering of light subsequent marks. Bore is very fine, shiny with sharp rifling throughout, mechanically fine. (22-5790/MGM).

no numbers or other markings except for assembly number 119, which appears on the bottom of receiver ring and barrel. Receiver ring has been stippled, action has had Lyman 48 base installed which has blank slide. A G&H side mount has been fitted. Standard military trigger is retained. Bolt body and follower are engine turned, bolt handle is lowered, knob altered to pear-shape and checkered in two panels. A modern bolt shroud with model 70 type safety has been fitted. Bottom metal has had lock screw holes welded, trigger guard bow nicely shaped and pin type floorplate release installed. Front end of floorplate is checkered. Pistol grip stock of well streaked and lightly figured European walnut measures 14 1/2” over Silver type pad. Stock features small shadow line right hand cheekpiece, horn forend tip, and steel grip cap with trap holding aperture for receiver sight. Stock has classic point pattern checkering at grip and forend. A sling stud is on toeline along with a silver oval engraved “NEJ”. Rifle is fitted with Zeiss “Classic” 30 mm 1.1-4X Diavari scope with three post and crosshair reticle in G&H rings and slide. Rifle comes with brown woven leather sling in M70 Super Grade type loops. CONDITION: very fine, metal retaining 85-90% of what appears to be its original blue, most loss evident on bottom metal on which blue is fading and turning brown. Stock retains what appears to be its original oil finish with added oil as maintenance. A few light marks are evident, checkering shows light wear and gumming with oil. Bore is bright and shiny, scope has a few minor marks on exterior, optically clear. (22-5846/MGM). CURIO. $3,500-5,500.

receiver ring which has been stippled. An early type G & H side mt. base is attached and a Lyman 48 receiver sight has been added. Bolt body has been damascened and follower has been altered to allow bolt to close, otherwise action is as issued except for checkering on front part of floorplate. Relatively plain American walnut stock appears to have been altered from a type “C” stock w/ 2 anti split bolts through action area. Stock has been fitted w/ a later Pachmayr white line pad and horn grip cap. Grip and forend have been checkered in Griffin & Howe manner and this work is exceptionally well done. A horn forend tip has been added and rifle comes w/ a typical military leather sling w/ hook stamped “JAPAN” in detachable swivels. CONDITION: very fine. Metal parts retaining about 85% custom blue, silvered on sharp edges. Stock retains most of what appears to be its original oil finish. Bore is bright, sharp and shiny. Action is smooth. (22-3037/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

one standing, one folding leaf express sight; sling loop and front sight ramp which holds gold bead. Top of barrel is marked “HEYM Express by Martini”. Magnum length Mauser inspired action has many improvements over the old 98 with integral scope mounts, solid side wall, .785 diameter bolt, gas vent on right side, model 70 type safety and improved trigger. Action is marked “Heym” (trademark) and “GERMANY” on left sidewall. Drop box bottom metal has classic release button in trigger guard bow for hinged floorplate. Bolt handle has low profile and is longer than the 98 but retains classic pear shaped knob. These rifles are custom stocked by the noted Ralf Martini. This rifle features a capped pistol grip stock made of an exceptional piece of wildly figured and brown marbled Turkish walnut and measures 14-1/2” over a red solid Universal pad. Stock is classically styled with shadow line right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering, recoil bolt and ebony forend tip. These rifles presently retail with a base price of $13,000. Rifle is fitted with Swarovski Z8i 1-8X24 30mm scope with lighted reticle in Tally QD rings. This truly exceptional dangerous game scope retails at over $3,000. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/2” WEIGHT: 11lb. 0oz. with scope. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Heym Express article. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Rifle is essentially “as new” does not appear to have ever been fired since proof with only the faintest handling marks in all fine factory finishes. Scope is also very fine, optically clear, reticle light working. Those that have hunted with these rifles sing their praises. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1643/MGM). MODERN. $7,000-10,000.

Winchester Magnum was developed to duplicate the ballistics of the 333 OKH as designed by Charles O’Neil, Elmer Keith, and Don Hopkins. It was Keith’s favorite round for heavy game and he was instrumental in having Winchester introduce the 338 in 1958. This rifle has 24” lightweight sporter barrel marked “HENRICKSEN” around top of breech end (Ivor Henricksen was Elmer Keith’s favorite firearms craftsman and he made quite a few rifles for Keith). Magnum Mauser square bridge action with stippled receiver ring is marked “Halger No 85” on sidewall. The Halger firm produced very expensive hyper velocity rifles during the late 20s / early 30s. The 280 Halger HV magnum was essentially the 280 Ross on steroids with velocities of approaching 4,000 ft. per second with 100 gr. bullets. This rifle is marked “Halger 280 HV Magnum” on top of sidewall. With the powders available at the time, chamber pressures for the Halger magnums were around 60,000 PSI and it is said that Mauser made a special action to handle it. Bottom of this action is stamped with Mauser serial number and “65/6887” on area behind recoil lug. Lug itself is stamped with Mauser logo. Case hardened bolt has had handle lowered. A Buehler low scope safety has been fitted. Action retains original Halger single set trigger and bottom metal has hinged straddle floorplate with retaining button in trigger guard bow. Horn capped pistol grip stock made of a dense piece of attractively fiddle figured American walnut measures 13 3/8” over “NOSHOC” pad and features Elmer Keith design Monte Carlo right hand cheekpiece, schnabled forend tip, recoil bolt and well cut swept pattern checkering around grip and on either side of forend. Right side of grip has raised oval area giving a palm swell which is carved with the letter “K”. This feature is found on a few rifles known to have been made for Elmer Keith. The initials “IH” are stamped in interior of stock under receiver ring and bolt stop. Action is fitted with an unmarked what appears to be Weaver 4x scope with dual range crosshair reticle. As a gun writer, Keith may have been given this prototype scope to assess. Scope is in Buehler rings and bases. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: signed first edition book “Hell I Was There” with letter from Elmer Keith to consignor. CONDITION: very fine as custom finished. Barrel retaining essentially all rust blue. Action and bottom metal retain most of their original French gray. Bright temper blue remains on bolts top and floorplate release button. Stock retains nearly all of its original rubbed oil finish with a few minor marks and scratches. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Scope is also fine, optically clear. Book is good showing some wrinkles and foxing. Dust jacket with some rubs and tatters. Previous owner has stated that her “uncle hunted with Elmer Keith in Alaska and bought this rifle from him. And that it is pictured in some of Keith’s books.” There are many photos in “Hell I Was There” that depict a dead ringer for this rifle; Keith’s 333 OKH Mauser. The best photo is on page 205. Elmer Keith’s personal Smith & Wesson revolver sold for over $20,000 in 2015. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1645/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-16,000.

African hunting rifle. The 2 color raised gold inlay portrays scenes with scroll and feathered dragons on the front receiver ring, floorplate and trigger guard. These scenes are surrounded by additional dragon heads with scroll and borders spewing from their mouths. 2 more dragon heads with foliate scroll adorn the Griffin & Howe side mount scope base. The 24 1/2” heavy tapered round bbl. is finished with gold wire inlay the breech & muzzle ends. An express rear sight with 1 standing and 2 folding leaves is mounted a quarter rib with hand filed serrations. The gold bead front sight and hood are on a hand serrated ramp. The scope is a 30mm Swarovski Z6i series 1-6x24EE with illuminated European 3 post & dot reticle. Straight comb cheekpiece stock of gloss finished light colored thin shell walnut has full length fiddle figure, black grip cap and sling swivel base. The front swivel base is bbl. mounted. The point pattern hand checkering has areas of wide single line & beaded borders. LOP 14 3/8” over a 1 1/8” solid brown pad. Weight with scope 10 lbs., 13 ozs. CONDITION: Very fine showing little use. Over 98% wood & metal finish. The forend checkering shows some gun rack bruising. Bright excellent bore. Scope has bright optics. PROVENANCE:

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Cal. 30-06 (consignor states). S# 69152 (CA 1955) (on trigger guard bow). The 26” tapered round barrel is fitted with one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight in island base and front ramp without bead. Top is marked with Cogswell & Harrison name and address. Model 98 Mauser action sourced from a military rifle has had markings removed and scope bases fitted. Bolt, with polished body has had handle lowered for scope use. Shroud is fitted with Buehler safety. Bottom metal has had floor plate altered to be hinged with large lever release. Stock of lightly figured European walnut measures 14 5/8” over “Old English” pad and features Monte Carlo comb, swept right hand cheek piece and flat top point pattern checkering at grip and forend. Rifle is fitted with 1.5-5X Leupold Vari-X III. Scope with duplex reticle in talley QD rings. CONDITION: fine as refinished, metal parts retaining most of their reblue, stock has many marks and scratches in its renewed oil finish, some marks are very heavy on left side above cheek piece. Bore is fine, action smooth, safety with not engage, rear sight is a replacement, scope is very good with some heavy marks on exterior, optically good. Rifle comes with brown leather sling in Jaeger QD loops. (22-5811/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-4,500.

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2195. JOHN RIGBY & CO. 275 HIGH VELOCITY BOLT ACTION SHORT RIFLE WITH SWAROVSKI SCOPE AND CASE. Cal. 7x57 Mauser. S# 1096/5547. (CA 1933). The 21” tapered round barrel is fitted with two folding leaf rear sight with gold lines and marked for 100 and 200 yds. Gold bead front sight is in classic Rigby style front ramp with knurled protector. Soldered on sling eye is also of classic Rigby style. Standard length, large ring model 98 Mauser action appears to be sourced from a military rifle with S# 1096 stamped on left side of receiver ring above Rigby number (5547) and on bolt root. “96” also appears on bolt stop and cartridge follower. Bottom metal has had lock screw holes welded up and trigger guard bow nicely shaped. Standard military trigger is retained. Receiver ring is engraved “Sighted for” “Rigby’s Special” “High Velocity” “.275 Bore Cartridge” “Pointed Bullet 140 Grs.” A G&H side mount is installed. Bolt has had handle lowered and lightened. An after market shroud is installed with model 70 type safety. Cocking piece has Rigby patent “pop-up” peep sight installed. Rigby S# is on trigger guard bow. Pistol grip stock of plain, dense European walnut measures 14 3/4” over Silver pad. Stock is of classic Rigby style with short forend without contrasting tip. Grip cap is of horn, well cut point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip and around forend. A sling eye is on toeline. Rifle is fitted with brown leather sling attached with rawhide thongs. A Swarovski Habicht 1.5-4.5 scope with duplex reticle is in low Griffin & Howe rings and slide. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle comes with what appears to be its original green canvas leather trimmed case with brass corners, lined in green cloth. A paper 43 Sackville St. Rigby label is in lid along with cleaning instructions. Case contains hearing trumpet type bore washing funnel, carrying sling, bone bottle with spare front sight, horn handled dusting brush, two walnut handled turn screws, steel cleaning rod, pull through bore cleaner and two tin cans, one for “Special Cleaning Fluid” the other for “Rangoon Oil”. There is also an aluminum jar of Motty rifle paste. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, mostly original. Metal parts retaining over 70% original streaky blue/brown. Stock retains what appears to be most of its original finish with a scattering of light marks. Rear barrel sight and bolt shroud are modern replacements; as of course is scope and top mount. Bottom of mount appears to be original. Bore is bright and shiny, mechanically smooth. Scope is very fine with a few scattered marks on exterior, optically clear. Case has some marks and rubs on exterior, canvas is faded, straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fine as are accessories, label is lightly foxed and soiled. (22-5850/MGM). CURIO. $3,500-5,500.

2196. MAUSER BOLT ACTION RIFLE MADE FOR ELMER KEITH BY PACHMAYR. Cal. 7mm. (7x57 ?) S# 81535. The 26” medium weight round barrel is fitted with quarter rib with stippled top holding three folding leaf rear sight. Rib partially covers sleeved on band for Pachmayr lo-swing type scope mount. Banded on front ramp holds gold sourdough bead. No markings are noted on barrel. Standard length model 98 commercial Mauser action has rear portion of lo-swing mount added over usual factory markings. Matching bolt with pear shaped knob has had shroud fitted with scarce Pachmayr ghost ring/U-notch rear sight number “121” with windage and elevation adjustments. Staff is engraved “A.M. PACHMAYR” “Los Angeles, Cal” within rectangular device. Original bottom metal is fitted with set triggers and has lever type release for hinged floor plate. Capped pistol grip stock of crotch figured American walnut measures 13 1/2” over solid “NOSHOC” pad. Stock features Monte Carlo comb with Keith design swept right hand cheekpiece, deeply schnabled hard rubber forend tip and sling eyes. Checkered panels at forend and top of grip have flanking carved leaves. Right side of grip is carved with the initial “K” on raised oval pedestal which serves as a palm swell as seen on many rifles custom made for Elmer Keith. Scope mounts are fitted with Lyman “ALASKAN” 2.5 x scope with crosshair and post reticle in lo-swing type rings which are unmarked and possible prototypes. CONDITION: fine. Metal parts retaining over 80% of what appears to be their original blue which has browned considerably on bottom metal. Stock retains what appears to be its original oil finish with some scattered marks. Bores bright and shiny. Mechanically good. Scope shows many marks on exterior, optically good. Mounts show considerable loss of lacquer. An interesting rifle owned by an iconic gun writer. (22-5815/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-4,000.

studs w/ one stud on bbl. band. Pachmayr Decelerator pad. LOP: 14”. CONDITION:

very good plus or better. (23-4788/MJC). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.

many books including “The Accurate Rifle”. This rifle with Warren Page’s name on grip cap has 20” medium weight round barrel fitted with custom quarter rib incorporating front scope base and folding leaf Lyman rear sight. A gold sourdough bead is in matching front ramp. Left rear of barrel is marked “MASHBURN” “ARMS CO.” “35 S. MAG”. Springfield action has had bolt handle lowered, Buehler safety installed and body engine turned. Cocking piece has been altered to speed lock. A commercial trigger (probably Mashburn) has been installed. Bottom metal has had trigger guard thinned. Barrel and action are engraved with large shaded scroll; receiver ring is stippled. Nickel plated floor plate has full relief rendering of charging grizzly bear in western setting, ribbon below this scene is marked “DAN CLARK, SCP.” Full length stock of crotch figured American walnut measures 13 1/2” over black white line pad. Stock style appears to be that of Reinhart Fajen with Monte Carlo comb and Keith design swept right hand cheekpiece. Stock also features steel forend cap, sling eyes and well cut semi fancy pattern checkering at grip and around forend. Plated steel grip cap has engraving that matches the rest of rifle which surrounds folded ribbons engraved “Warren Page” “BY Co.” “MASHBURN ARMS” (a well known custom rifle maker from the 50’s & 60’s that specialized in wildcat magnum calibers). Rifle is fitted with unmarked (probably Weaver) 4X scope with cross hair reticle in “QD” rings that are engraved to match action. CONDITION: exceptionally fine, retaining nearly all custom finishes by Mashburn with a good scattering of marks and dings associated with field use. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. Scope is also fine, optically clear. (22-5847/MGM). CURIO. $2,500-6,000.

2197. FRANK WELLS CUSTOM MKX BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 338-06. S# B69047. Bbl. 23”. Frank Wells of Tucson custom rifle built on a British made Interarms MKX action. Express sights. Scope bases present on receiver. Rear right of receiver has two holes present for sight mounting. Bolt is numbered “5144”. Matte black finish. Black synthetic stock w/ left side cheekpiece & bottom mounted sling

muzzle shows some flaking. Other aspects rate

a bull elephant done in Bulino style. Trigger plate is also engraved “FRIEDRICH WILH. HEYM” on banner. Matching top lever and trigger guard are blued. Trigger guard tang extends to steel grip cap. Pistol grip buttstock of very nicely marbled European walnut measures 15” over red solid “Old English” pad. Stock features swept right hand cheekpiece and multi point pattern checkering at grip. A sling eye is on toeline. Matching semi beavertail ejector forend with Deeley release, has on/off switch on bottom to disable ejectors when needed.

MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: approx. 3”. DAC: approx. 1 5/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 15”.

WEIGHT: 9 lb. 13 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is housed in aluminum travel case lined in black foam, which has tan canvas leather trimmed outer cover marked “Dunns” on leather tag. Original invoice from Jaeger. Appraisal 1994 by Paul Jaeger. Appraisal 2004 by NECG for $19,995.00. Heym booklet with target (4 documents total). CONDITION: fine with evidence of some light field use perhaps one or two safaris. Barrel blue showing some high edge wear, action showing some light cleaning. Stock has some sanding marks on right side of butt but otherwise stocks retains nearly all of their original oil finish. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight, ejectors are strong and in time. Switch mechanism works well. A fine safari rifle in a caliber widely available throughout Africa. The current production of this rifle called the “Safari” model retails for over $22,000. (23-613/MGM). MODERN. $9,000-14,000.

coverage very nicely cut varying size scroll with floral highlights within scroll and line borders. Fences are semi-relief engraved with acanthus scroll. Maker’s name is in riband on bottom of action. Steel trigger guard has scroll on bow. Capped pistol grip buttstock made of attractively streaked and nicely fiddle figured European walnut measures 14-5/8” over Silver type pad and features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, well cut point pattern grip checkering and a sling loop. Matching slim one piece ejector forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: DAH: approx. 2-3/16”. DAC: approx. 1-1/2”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14-5/8”. WEIGHT without scope: 9 lb. 0 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Rifle is accompanied by a Leupold 4X scope with duplex reticle in claw rings; rear with windage. Rifle is housed in its green leather case by Emmebi, lined in olive green felt which contains some spare firing pins. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears to be nearly “as new” with scant evidence of firing since proof. Only a few very minor handling and assembly marks can be found, in all fine factory finishes. Scope is also very fine, optically clear. Case is fine. (23-2145/MGM). MODERN. $8,000-12,000.

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sight

fitted

one standing, two nested leaf express rear sight dovetailed through and silver bead front with flip up porcelain night bead. Rib, in front of rear sight is engraved with marker’s name and address. Barrel flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 53 grains of cordite and 400 grain bullet as well as London reproofs for 60 grains of cordite. A sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Case hardened boxlock action with extended back line in usual Fraser fashion, features bolted non automatic safety, pivoting third fastener that engages straight rib extension, bushed strikers, side clips and double triggers with checkered blades. Action is engraved with 80% coverage very well cut small scroll with rose bouquet highlights within small scroll borders. Maker’s name is on each side. Top lever with more scroll is engraved “FRASER’S PATENT” around pivot. Floorplate and trigger guard are also blued and scroll engraved. S# is on trigger guard tang which extends to horn grip cap. Finely figured and well marbled European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/2” over original checkered horn buttplate and features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering, recessed sling eye and fancy vacant gold shield on toeline. Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: approx. 2 11/16”. DAC: approx. 1 15/16”. CAST: about 1/2” off. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 14 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is house in what appears to be its original oak and leather case with brass corners. Top is embossed “M.C. DRAPER” interior is lined in burgundy cloth and has dark green leather gold embossed Fraser label in lid as well as a small paper Henry Atkin label. Case contains snap caps, ebony handle striker key (that does not fit), small ebony handled turn screw and another with horn handle. Also in case are three sealed boxes of older Kynoch 450-400 nitro express cartridges loaded with solid bullets in red & yellow boxes. CONDTION: fine with some minor refinishing. Barrel retaining nearly all of a “Best” reblack most likely done at time of reproof. Action retains about 30% original case hardening color, strong where protected and is mostly silver gray with some minor staining. Blued parts retain most of their charcoal blue, loss from normal had wear. Stocks retain most of their original hand rubbed oil finish with a good scattering of marks, two fairly deep on right side of butt. Checkering recut on buttstock. Bores are fine, smooth and shiny with some minor erosion at throat, action is tight, barrels are on face, ejectors are in time. Case leather shows some dark splotches, rubs and is bleaching. Straps missing, handle good, interior cloth is good, dusty, with many rubs and marks. Label is fine to very fine, accessories are good. (22-5831/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

2201. DANIEL FRASER DANGEROUS GAME BOXLOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE. Cal. 450-400 3 1/4” NE. S# 3081 (CA 1899). The 27” chopper lump barrels with heavy reinforced breech area are fitted with full length matted rib. Mid portion is swamped

front

ramp. Rib is

with

GAME DOUBLE RIFLE IN 470 NITRO WITH CASE. Cal. 470 Nitro. S# 17560 (CA 1910). The 470 nitro was developed after the prohibition of military caliber (.450) sporting rifles in 1905. It gave ballistics similar to the popular 500-450 nitro. This rifle has 28” chopper lump barrels fitted with full length matted rib, central portion slightly cut away forming quarter rib and front sight ramp. Rib is fitted with one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight and silver bead front. Top of rib is engraved in old English script with Rigby’s Sackville Street address. Tops of barrels are engraved with caliber markings and loads. Barrel flats are stamped with S#, caliber info, Rigby RR trademarks, and “CLASS C”. A sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Case hardened Webley long bar, screw grip boxlock action features non-automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold), screw grip third fastener engaging square shouldered dolls head rib extension, bushed strikers, and double triggers. Breech face is also stamped “CLASS C”. Action is engraved with some sprays of scroll and small scroll borders. “J. Rigby & Co.” is on each side. Blued top lever, floor plate, trigger plate and trigger guard are engraved to match. S# is on trigger guard tang which extends to case hardened grip cap. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 7/8” over Silver type pad. Stock features drop points, point pattern checkering, later sling eye and vacant silver oval. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has forward pivoting lever release. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: approx. 2 3/4”. DAC: approx. 1 13/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 7/8”. WEIGHT: 10 lb. 15 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: rifle is housed in what is possibly its original leather case with brass corners. Top is embossed “J.A.T.”. Interior is lined it green cloth, and there is a reproduction Rigby paper label in lid. Case contains a target shot at 40 yds. showing good shot placement, pair of snap caps, bench cloth, spare firing pins, and a sealed box of five 470 soft nose cartridges by Westley Richards. CONDITION: fine as mostly refinished. Barrels retaining nearly all of a best reblack, engraving softened. Action retains about 30% original case hardening color were protected, the balance gray shading to brown. Blued parts show most of a reblue with soft engraving. Stocks have nearly all of an oil refinish, checkering recut. Bores are fine, with strong rifling throughout but also show light frosting throughout. Target indicates that the rifle still shoots well. Action is tight, barrels on face, ejectors strong and in time. Case leather has darkened and has many rubs and marks. Straps and handle are good, interior cloth is good with stains and marks, snap caps are new. (22-5830/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

borders. P. Webley & Son is on each side. Top lever pivot is engraved “WEBLEY. PATENT”. Blued top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard are scroll engraved to match. S# is on trigger guard tang which extends to case hardened grip cap. Strikingly figured and well marbled European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14 5/8” over Silver pad. Stock features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, drop points, flat top point pattern checkering, vacant silver oval, and a sling loop which correctly matches that on barrel. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has forward pivoting lever release.

MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: approx. 2 5/8”. DAC: approx. 1 7/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 5/8”. WEIGHT: 10 lb. 13 oz. CONDITION: very fine, mostly original as found. Barrels retaining over 90% of original blue, silvering around muzzles and with a scattering of marks mostly on breech end of left barrel. Rear sight is a modern replacement. Action retains about 80% original case hardened color with some silvering and browning around bottom. Top lever has original blue almost totally flaked. Floorplate retains 70% original bright blue. Trigger guard is also considerably flaked with about 20-30% blue remaining. Stocks retain about 90% original finish with some oil added over the years as maintenance. Checkering shows moderate wear. Bores are superb, bright, sharp and shiny throughout, action is tight, mechanically crisp. A very nice rifle! (22-5807/MGM). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

over a shield & American flag. Curved steel buttplate has highlights of scroll engraving w/ straight line borders that match the action. Fine borderless hand checkering w/ ribboned segmenting on the forearm. LOP: 14”. Mfg. 1940. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letters between the consignor & Howard V. Grant gun engraver, Woodruff, WI. Mr. Grant confirms that he did in-fact engrave this shotgun. CONDITION: metal retains over 98% fine rust blued refinish. Wood has excellent custom satin finish. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4874/DS). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

receiver top. Original wood finish shows some wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Bore shows an area of dull appearance at midsection. (23-2068/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

very good custom finish. Mechanics are fine. Very good bright bore. (23-2160/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

and shiny. Choke appears to be unaltered (muzzle measures .384). Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3420/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 410, 3”. S# 27508. Strikingly upgraded shotgun by Belgian trained master engraver Angelo Bee. Full coverage vine type foliate scroll engraving with punch dot backgrounds having gold borders & gold surrounded French gray game scenes. Right side scene features a gold and silver inlaid fox jumping at 4 flushing gold doves. Left side scene features a gold setter and a covey of gold and silver inlaid quail. Engraving extends to trigger guard bow, barrel extension as well as breech end and muzzle of barrel. Gold filled accents include S#s, choke marking and proof marks with a gold band at muzzle. Angelo’s signature is found at the lower border of the left game scene. Hand jeweled breech block and carrier. Trigger and slide lock are gold finished. Barrel 28” with small round donut base style vent rib having a fixed full choke and red target front sight. Custom beavertail forearm & plastic cap pistol grip stock of satin finished exhibition grade Bastogne walnut having striking dark streaked figure. Style B segmented fleur de lis hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/4” over Winchester marked buttplate. WEIGHT: 6 lbs. 8 oz. Mfg. 1937. CONDITION: near excellent as refurbished. Very good bright bore. (23-471/DS). CURIO. $11,000-16,000.

excellent example of engraving by Angelo Bee,

full

vine

foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds & gold inlaid borders surrounding French gray game scenes. Right side features 3 gold inlaid flushing quail. Left side depicts 4 gold inlaid mallards. Scroll highlights extend to receiver extension, mag. band, mag. cap & muzzle. Gold highlights include inlaid S#s & choke markings w/ gold band at muzzle. Bottom of receiver extension has engraved pigeon. Angelo’s signature is found along bottom of both game scenes. Gold finished trigger. Breech bolt & carrier are jeweled. Bbl. 28” w/ round post donut base style vent rib. Fixed Mod choke. White target front sight w/ white mid bead. Custom beavertail forearm & steel capped pistol grip stock of satin finished thin shell walnut. Borderless segmented hand checkering is highlighted w/ richly carved foliate borders. LOP: 14 1/8” over thin red Winchester pad. Mfg. 1941. CONDITION: near excellent as refurbished. Very good bright bore. (23-470/DS). CURIO. $10,000-15,000.

2213. OUTSTANDING ANGELO BEE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER 42 CUSTOM PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S# 45912. An

former Browning master engraver. Action has

coverage

type

2214. WINCHESTER 42 STRAIGHT GRIP SOLID RIB FIELD PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410. 3”. S# 61807. Bbl. 28” w/ solid rib & fixed Mod choke. Steel bead. Blue finish. Flat bottom grooved forearm & rare straight grip field stock. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. Mfg. 1947. CONDITION: over 97% blue showing slight slide & edge wear. Original wood finish shows small scratches & marks. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4862/DS). CURIO. $3,000-6,000.

2215. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 TRAP GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410. 3”. S# 23337. Bbl. 26” w/ solid rib. White front & mid bead. Bottom of receiver below S# is marked “TRAP”. Beavertail forend & straight grip stock of fancy walnut w/ double diamond deluxe hand checkering & original buttplate. Mfg. 1936. CONDITION: metal retains over 98% reblued finish. Stock has very good gloss refinish. Very good bright bore. (23-4863/DS). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

2217. EARLY FIRST DAY PRODUCTION WINCHESTER 42 CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED (S# 20 & S# 21)PAIR OF PUMP SHOTGUNS. Both Cal. 410. 3”. Production of model 42s began w/ serial number 1 in 1933. GUN 1: S# 20. Bbl. 26” plain w/ fixed full choke & steel bead. Small round grooved forearm. Pistol gripped stock of nicely grained walnut w/ original buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: picture box w/ inserts. Partially intact label has added hand written serial number 20. Box has taped corners, tape damage w/ faded picture. CONDITION: metal retains over 90% dull blue indicating possible touch up finish. Sanded wood has a dark refinish. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4890/DS). GUN 2: S# 21. Bbl. 26” w/ solid rib & fixed full choke. Steel front bead. Small round grooved forearm. Pistol grip stock w/ original buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: picture box w/ inserts. Partially intact label has hand written serial number 21. Box has torn corners, tape damage w/ small areas of the top picture missing. CONDITION: over 95% blue showing slide wear & possible touch up. Very good original wood finish showing small marks & dents. Bright near excellent bore. (234891/DS). BOTH CURIO. $6,000-9,000.

bore. (23-4803/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,000.

tube wear w/ a wear spot on bottom of bbl. forward of mag. tube. Near excellent wood finish. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4892/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

tube wear. Very good original wood finish w/ a dent at the front of the forearm. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4893/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

2225. NO LOT.

scratches. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. (234880/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

Wood finish shows light wear w/ some scattered marks. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4881/ DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,600.

w/ his arms raised to the Sun. Left side scene features a mounted Indian w/ drawn bow & 3 gold inlaid Buffalo. Scenes are surrounded by arabesque scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds & ornate gold borders that extends to upper & lower action areas. Trigger guard bow has gold inlaid tomahawk & sash. Engraving w/ gold highlights extends to the breech end of bbls. & bbl. extension. Bottom of receiver is marked w/ engraver’s signature “W. Kolouch” over the word “TRAP”. Walter Kolouch, McMinnville, Oregon is widely respected as a master engraver. Bbl. 30” w/ factory milled vent rib & fixed full choke. White front & mid beads. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Trigger guard screw has an added set screw. Beavertail forearm & red “W” capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut is early 1960s vintage w/ factory “B” carving. LOP: 14 1/4” over red ventilated Winchester pad. Mfg. 1922. CONDITION: over 95% reblued finish showing slide wear. Wood has good satin refinish. Bright bore shows some plastic fouling. Sound action. (23-4878/DS). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

& carrier have custom jeweled finish. Docwiller custom beavertail forearm & pistol grip stock of gloss finished fancy thin shell walnut having vivid marbling w/ dark streaking. Contrasting good grip cap w/ brass diamond inlay. Fancy borderless fleur-delis segmented hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/4” over a solid black Pachmayr Presentation pad. 26” bbl. with Winchester new style 3 pin vent rib. Fixed WS-1 choke. White target front sight, mid bead is removed. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 1.8 oz. S# indicates 1963 mfg. CONDITION: near excellent as refurbished. Metal parts retain over 98% finely polished reblued finish showing slide wear on mag. tube. Jeweled bolt shows some slide wear. High gloss wood finish shows a few small scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2092/DS) CURIO. $6,000-10,000.

Outstanding

to

out

the

Left side

features mounted cowboys & lawmen in an old

shootout. Scenes are surrounded by gold wire borders w/ foliate highlights. Balance of action is covered by scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds that extends to the receiver extension & bbl. ends. S#s are inlaid in gold. Hand jeweled bolt & carrier. Docwiller custom beavertail forearm & Monte Carlo stock of gloss finished fancy black walnut w/ extensive burl & figure. Contrasting wood grip cap has brass diamond inlay. Fancy fleurde-lis borderless segmented hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/8” over solid black Pachmayr presentation pad. 26” bbl. with large round post Winchester special vent rib. Fixed Skeet choke. Red target front sight, mid bead is broken. WEIGHT: 7 lbs., 4.8 oz. Mfg. 1958.

CONDITION: near excellent as refurbished. Over 98% custom reblued finish showing slight slide wear. Gloss wood finish shows scattered small marks. 28 gauge action parts are all correct. Very good bright bore. From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2093/DS). CURIO. $6,000-10,000.

2230. GINO CARGNEL COWBOY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28ga 2-3/4”. S# 1677007.

gold & silver inlaid hand engraving by Belgium trained master engraver Gino Cargnel. Right side scene features camp scene w/ a cowboy kicking over the coffee pot on a bucking horse while the angry cook swings a shovel & a third cowboy scrambles

get

of

way.

scene

west

2231. WINCHESTER MODEL 28 GA 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 ga. 2 /8”. S# 1375796. Bbl. 26” solid rib. Fixed Skeet choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Action has matte-blued receiver top. Correct shotgun w/ proper 28 ga parts including mag. tube, bolt, carrier & cartridge guide. Beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock w/ skeet checkering. LOP: 14” over original buttplate. Mfg. 1953. CONDITION: all original retaining 98% blue showing slide wear. Very good original wood finish & checkering. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4869/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ hand checkering. Mfg. 1958. CONDITION: all original gun retaining 95% blue showing slide & carry wear w/ takedown mark on left side of action. Wood has lightly worn finish showing scattered small marks. Very good bright bore. (23-4870/DS).

2232. WINCHESTER MODEL 28 GA. 12 SKEET GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1677018. Bbl. 26” w/ brown post special factory vent rib. Fixed Skeet choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Correct gun w/ proper 28 ga parts including mag. tube, breechblock, carrier & shell stop. Beavertail forearm & hard rubber capped pistol

CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

2235. HANK BONHAM ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SKEET PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 1922387. Bbl. 26” w/ new style 3 pin vent rib. Fixed WS-1 choke. Red target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Custom aftermarket engraving is signed on left side “Engr by Hank’” referring to former Winchester contract engraver Hank Bonham. Right side of receiver shows 2 partridges w/ wings open. Left side shows 1 flying & 1 standing rooster pheasant. Scenes are bordered by wedges of vine type scroll engraving. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Beavertail forearm has skeet pattern checkering. Pistol grip field stock has added checkering. Stock & forearm have a satin refinish. LOP: 14 1/8” over Winchester buttplate. Mfg. 1961. CONDITION: receiver has 98% custom reblued finish. Bbl. assembly retains 85% original blue showing slide wear. Stock & forearm have very good satin refinish showing small marks. Very good bore showing some plastic fouling. (23-4866/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.

2236. GINO CARGNEL ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP UPGRADE

PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 12ga 2-3/4”. S# 1036713. Bbl. 30” w/ aftermarket Moneymaker style vent rib having long receiver extension. Custom engraving is by Gino Cargnel who was a Belgian trained master engraver. His signature is found on the left side of the action. Right side has 2 gold inlayed flying mallards w/ 2 gold and silver inlayed Pintails on left side. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll w/ stippled backgrounds, gold borders & highlights that extend to the trigger guard & bbl. extension as well as both ends of the bbl. Serial numbers & receiver extension arrow are inlayed in gold.. Bolt & carrier are custom hand jeweled. Aftermarket Tilden safety. Custom beavertail forearm & Monte Carlo pistol grip stock w/ gloss finish fancy walnut. Stock features hand checkering & black plastic grip cap w/ brass oval presentation plate. LOP: 15” over a Pachmayr trap pad. Mfg. 1947. WEIGHT: 8 lbs., 4.4 oz. CONDITION: very good as refurbished retaining over 97% custom blue. Custom wood has good finish showing a few marks. A small sliver of light showing between the stock & the receiver is indicative of a slightly bent tang. Mechanics are fine. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2094/DS). MODERN. $3,000-4,500.

2237. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 Y SERIES

ITALIAN ENGRAVED PIGEON GRADE PUMP

SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 ga. 2 3/4”. S# Y2027276.

In 1985 a limited issue of 480 model 12

Pigeon Grade shotguns were assembled in the custom shop. By 1985 Winchester no longer had in house engravers & the receivers were sent to Bottega Giovenelli of Italy for engraving. Grades 1-5 were offered w/ gold inlays as an option. Pigeons on the receiver extensions were engraved under contract by Pauline Muerrle. This special shotgun has 12-1B engraving. Right side vignette features a pointing setter. Left side shows a pointer. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll. Jeweled bolt & carrier. Bbl. 26” vent rib. Fixed IMP-Cyl. choke. White target front sight w/ steel mid bead. Beavertail forearm & capped pistol grip stock of satin finished fancy walnut w/ cut checkering. LOP: 13 3/4” over original buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing warranty & service center papers. Also includes a congratulations letter dated June 27, 1985. Letter certifies that this is one of the last of the Y series shotguns produced in the custom shop. CONDITION: near new retaining 98% blue showing slight wear on the mag. tube w/ slight wear on the jeweled breechblock. Very good wood finish. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4888/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

grade checkering having black diamonds at wrist. LOP: 14 1/4” over original buttplate. Mfg. 1921. CONDITION: over 98% of a professional reblued finish. Wood has very good refinish w/ freshened checkering. Action is sound. Bore has an area of pitting near muzzle. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2095/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

w/ fixed cyl. choke. Red fiber optic front sight w/ steel mid bead. Action has custom hand engraving featuring vignettes of pointers & partridge on sides. Scenes are surrounded by scroll & ornate borders. Complimenting scroll extends to upper and lower receiver areas, trigger guard, bbl. extensions & breech end of bbls. Receiver extensions have added pigeons. Custom jeweled bolt & carrier. Small round custom forearms & straight grip stock of exhibition grade black walnut. Stock & forearms have pigeon grade wraparound hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/2” over a solid red Decelerator pad. Mfg. 1929. CONDITION: gun & both bbl. sets retain over 97% custom blue showing slide wear on mag. tubes. Wood has very good custom finish showing a few small marks. Action will fire before it is locked & must be repaired to be safe. 30” bbl. has one notch taken up on headspace ring. 26” bbl. has three notches taken up on headspace ring. Both bbls. have very good bright bores. (23-2149/DS) CURIO. $2,000-$3,000.

shows 2 pointers and a flushing ruffed grouse. The scenes are surrounded by scroll engraving with punch dot backgrounds that extend to the trigger guard and breech end of the bbl. Receiver extension has an added pigeon. After market Big Head safety. Beavertail forend and steel capped pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of fancy black walnut has Style B hand carving. LOP: 14 1/4” over a reproduction solid red Winchester pad. 1963 Mfg. CONDITION: over 98% brightly polished custom reblue. Wood has a very good satin refinish showing a few marks. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4685/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

lightly faded blue showing slide & carry wear. Refinished wood shows light marks. Very good bore. (23-4884/DS). CURIO. $1500-2250.

on mag. tube. Near excellent wood finish. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4894/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

over 95% blue showing slide wear. Wood has very good satin refinish showing small marks. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4886/DS). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.

LOP: 14 3/8” over an added solid red Winchester pad. Mfg. 1961. CONDITION: 97% blue showing slide wear w/ takedown mark on left side of action. Wood has good finish showing scattered marks. Very good bright bore. (23-4883/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

CONDITION: 90% lightly worn blue showing slide & edge wear. Wood has good custom finish. Very good bright bore. (23-4885/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

proper style box w/ yellow label having non-matching serial number 1965257. CONDITION: near new over 98% blue showing a small amount of slide wear w/ takedown mark on left side of action. Near excellent wood finish. Near excellent bore. (23-4889/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

on left side of receiver. Hydracoil stock is in very good shape retaining good compression. Very good bright bore w/ a small amount of plastic fouling near muzzle. (23-4887/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

comb trap stock of fancy walnut of target checkering & hard rubber buttplate. LOP: 14 1/2” over Winchester solid red pad. Custom forearm of exhibition grade walnut w/ wraparound point pattern hand checkering. Mfg. 1947. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original beavertail forearm w/ standard target checkering & custom target stock of exhibition walnut w/ point pattern hand checkering. Features include adj. comb & palm swell. LOP: 14 1/4” over a solid black Kickeez pad. CONDITION: 90% blue showing carry & slide wear w/ scattered scratches. Left side of front receiver ring shows takedown marks. Original stock has lightly worn finish w/ numerous scratches & marks. Custom forearm has good finish showing a few small marks. Sound action. Very good bright bore w/ some plastic fowling near muzzle. (23-2495/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

instruction brochure. Box exterior shows light water staining. CONDITION: Near new retaining over 99% original finish. Bright near excellent bores. (23-1294/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

bores. (23-1295/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

pad. Disc. 1987. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES. Original canvas covered case containing case lock paperwork. CONDITION: Near excellent retaining over 99% metal finish. Stock finish shows a few small marks. Bright near excellent bores. (23-1316/DS). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.

CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% original finish. Tight action. Bright near excellent bores. (23-1277/DS). MODERN. $1,750-2,250.

floorplate. Selective ejectors & SST. Beavertail forend and round knob stock of satin finished fancy walnut have cut checkering. LOP: 14” over original thin black pad. Weight 7lbs., 3.2 ozs. CONDITION: Over 98% metal finish. Wood shows scuffs & small marks. The wood is proud with worn finish right of the top tang and can cause the top lever to stick. Bright near excellent bores. (23-1298/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

finish. Stocks shows light scratches & small marks. Tight action. Bright near excellent bores. (23-1290/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,250

the serial number on the right. Receiver exhibits a matte blue finish, with remaining metal components exhibiting a lustrous blue finish. Furniture consists of a 1 piece checkered wood buttstock fitted with Winchester red rubber recoil pad. Receiver is mounted with a Leupold M8-4X scope, as well as with a sight block for an adjustable aperture rear sight on the left side. Peep sight is not present. CONDITION: very good, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some mild wear, thinning, and light pitting on the top of the bolt head, with some superficial marks from handling and storage present on the floorplate. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting what appears to be old grease within the grooves, and retaining well defined rifling throughout. Stock exhibits some scattered marks and a couple small impressions from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a sharp and clear image. (23-2165/MLW). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

2256. WINCHESTER PRE 64 M70 AFRICAN SUPER GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 458 Win Mag. S#. 365677. Bbl. 25”. First type African rear sight and hooded ramp front with proper Lyman 37FA having a silver bead. Jeweled bolt, extractor, extractor ring & follower. Bolt is numbered to the rifle. Super Grade marked floorplate. High comb Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock of semi fancy walnut has Super grade wrap around checkering. Features include black forend tip, solid red pad, steel grip cap, single large stock cross bolt and Winchester marked sling on Super Grade swivels. S# indicates 1956 mfg. CONDITION: Near excellent retaining over 98% original metal finish. Original stock finish shows only a few small marks. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1642/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

2257. WINCHESTER PRE 64 M70 ALASKAN SUPER GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 375 H&H Mag. S# 432134. Bbl. 25” contour

1. Winchester 70B “roll over” rear sight. Hooded ramp front with high replacement blade (original No. 255 gold bead sight is included). Redfield 1 piece base with folding peep sight. Jeweled bolt, extractor, extractor ring & follower. Bolt is number to the rifle. Super Grade marked floor plate. Hex head floor plate bolt is installed (original is included). High comb Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock has Super Grade checkering, black forend tip, steel grip cap, solid red pad & Super Grade swivel bases. S# indicates 1958 mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Parts envelope containing Super Grade swivels, original front sight, 2 higher replacement front sights, 2 scope base filler screws & original floorplate bolt. 4 boxes of Winchester .375 H&H Mag, ammo in red & yellow boxes. 3 boxes have 270 grain soft point bullets, 1 box has 300 grain Silvertip Expanding bullets. I box of 270 grain ammo has several cartridge showing heavy green corrosion. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl. retains over 98% original blue. Action has 90% blue showing light carry & edge wear. Very good original stock finish shows scattered small dents & handling marks. Bright near excellent bore. (23-1396/DS). CURIO. $5,000-7,500.

458 Win Mag. Bbl. 25” tapered round. Ramp mounted hooded white bead front sight with Winchester adjustable sporting rear sight. Jeweled bolt, extractor, extractor ring and follower. Bolt is numbered to the rifle. Super Grade marked floorplate. High comb Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock has Super Grade checkering. features include 2 stock bolts with bakelite plugs, black forend tip, steel grip cap, Super Grade swivel bases and solid red pad. S# indicates 1956 mfg. Weight 8 lbs., 10.2 ozs. CONDITION: Metal retains over 95% blue showing slight edge & bolt knob wear. Original stock finish shows areas of light wear with scattered handling marks. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1661/DS). CURIO. $5,000-7,000.

2258. WINCHESTER PRE 64 MODEL70 AFRICAN SUPER GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal.

2259. RARE WINCHESTER PRE 64 MODEL 70 SUPER GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7 M/M (7x57). S#. 115204. Bbl. standard 24” is dated “49” on bottom. Hooded stippled ramp front sight with Lyman 103C brass bead. Standard 22G rear sight. Bolt body is polished and renumbered to the rifle. Low comb stock has proper post war 20 LPI Super Grade checkering and small oval cheekpiece .Features include black forend, hard rubber grip cap, Super Grade swivel bases and checkered steel buttplate. Floorplate has added pantograph cut Super Grade marking. Mfg. in 1949, the last year the 7MM was cataloged. CONDITON: Bbl. & receiver show 90% dulled blue indicating some touchup. Bolt handle, cocking piece, extractor, extractor ring, floorplate & buttplate appear to be reblued. Lightly refinished stock has mildly worn finish & checkering showing some scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1646/DS). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

2260. WINCHESTER PRE 64 M70 SUPER GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 257 Roberts. S#. 194520. Bbl. 24” standard weight with date mark “54” on bottom & proper caustic blue. No. 22G sporting rear with hooded ramp front sight having No. 255 gold bead, The bolt body, extractor & ring portion only of the extractor ring are jeweled. The follower is polished. The bolt no. is not visible. Super Grade marking on floorplate has added Bonanza gold fill. Low comb stock has Super Grade checkering and full fashioned cheekpiece as used ca. 1951-1957. Features include black forend tip, Super Grade swivel bases & checkered steel buttplate. CONDITION: Over 97% original blue showing edge wear. Stock has coat of added finish over scattered marks. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1647/DS). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

military type sling held on Super Grade swivels. Mfg. 1959. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain 99% reblued finish. Bottom metal has restored black finish. Stock has very good gloss refinish. Bore is bright w/ sharp rifling having small spots rear muzzle. (23-4819/DS). CURIO. $4,000-5,000.

2262. WINCHESTER PRE 64 MODEL 70 BOLT-ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 Win Mag. S# 572068. Bbl. 24” w/ hooded ramp bead front sight & folding leaf rear sight. Pre 64 action w/ claw extractor & 3 position safety. Bolt is numbered to rifle. Monte Carlo walnut stock w/ narrow checkering pattern, sling swivels & red ventilated Winchester pad. Mfg. 1963. CONDITION: 90% thinning blue on bbl. receiver & bottom metal. Bolt handle cocking piece & extractor are reblued, bolt body is polished. Refinished stock w/ freshened checkering. Recoil pad shows wear. Very good bore. (23-4778/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

Checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock with sling swivels and replacement red Winchester recoil pad. Mfg. 1950. CONDITION: very good original blue finish with small areas of peppery oxidation on floorplate and triggerguard. Action shows scattered light handling marks and scratches. Sight hood and muzzle have mild high edge wear. Good stock finish shows scattered light to moderate handling marks and scratches. Very good bore shows mild frosting in grooves. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3623/BH). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

2264. WINCHESTER PRE 64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 257 Roberts. S# 141563. Bbl. 24” with elevator adjustable sporting rear sight and hooded ramp bead front sight. Bolt has matching number in electro pencil. Action features long claw extractor, 3 position safety and hinged floor plate. Checkered walnut stock with sling swivels and original checkered steel buttplate. Mfg. 1950. CONDITION: metal retains 95% original blue with a few light handling marks. Top front of receiver shows notable area of wear from prior installation of scope/sight mount. Stock shows very good finish with scattered scratches and handling marks. There are a few moderate impressions on right side of forend. Heel of stock at buttplate shows a couple superficial chips. Bright shiny bore with crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3622/BH). CURIO. $1,800-2,500.

2265. WINCHESTER PRE 64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 H&H Mag. S# 339828. Bbl. 26” with flip up sporting rear sight and hooded ramp bead front sight. Bolt has matching number in electro pencil. Action features long claw extractor, 3 position safety and hinged floor plate. Checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock with sling swivels and original checkered steel buttplate. Mfg. 1955. CONDITION: bbl. & action show very good original blue with light high edge wear and a few scattered handling marks. Very good wood finish shows with occasional light scratches, handling marks and spots of worn finish. Very good bore with crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3624/BH). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

stag vignette at center plus “WAFFEN / BOCK / FRANKFURT/M” on rear tab. Brief internet search indicates family business w/ long history now headed by Carl Bock. Highly figured mesquite stock having 4 panels of fine skip line checkering; screw to bbl. boss not utilized. Silver initial oval on bottom of forend plus fitted w/ sling studs. Steel grip cap w/ raised checkered panel; matching buttplate w/ widows peak (13 1/2” LOP). Jeweled bolt body & extractor. CONDITION: very good to excellent appearance w/ some sm. metal marks on bbl. & by floorplate latch. Light handling marks throughout stock. Slight slot damage to all screws plus rear guard screw w/ thread issue preventing it from fully seating. Floorplate slightly loose at latch yet is fully secure. Near excellent bore.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3454/NW). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

on the right. Receiver exhibits a matte blued finish, with remaining metal components exhibiting a polished blue finish. 1 piece solid wood bench rest pattern buttstock with a checkered steel buttplate. CONDITION: metal components retain the vast majority of their original factory applied blue, with some mild superficial marks from handling and storage, as well as a small concentrated area of pitting that is present over the top of the barrel. Muzzle crown exhibits some light surface oxidation. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows a few scattered marks and minor impressions from storage and handling, but is otherwise very good overall. A very nice example of a desirable pre-war Winchester Model 70 bench rifle chambered in .257 Roberts. (23-2162/MLW). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

2268. WINCHESTER MODEL 70 SUPER GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 300 Win Mag. S# WIPT04749YM35G. Bbl. 25 3/4”. Model 70 Super Grade bolt action rifle manufactured in Portugal by Browning Viana and imported by BACO Inc. of Morgan, UT. The left side of the barrel exhibits the Winchester trademark logo followed by markings stipulating the model and caliber designation, with the right side being marked “-MODEL 70 SUPER GRADE-” above stampings stipulating the importer information. Floorplate is marked “-SUPER GRADE-”.Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish. Blonde Monte Carlo pattern checkered wood stock with Decelerator black rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: metal components retain virtually all of their original factory blue finish overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent. Box shows some light exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3596/ MLW). MODERN. $1,250-1,750.

Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3317/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,700.

2270. WINCHESTER MODEL 70 EXTREME WEATHER SS BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 30-06. S# PT08763YZ35G. Bbl. 26”. Model 70 Extreme Weather SS manufactured by Browning Viana in Portugal and imported by BACO Inc. of Morgan, UT. The left side of the barrel is stamped with the model and caliber designations, with “-MODEL 70 EXTREME WEATHER SS-” above BACO Inc.’s importer information on the right. Winchester trademark logo is marked on the left side of the receiver. Metal components exhibit a dark matte gray stainless steel finish. Bell & Carlson black composite stock featuring white spider webbing and a Pachmayr Decelerator rubber recoil pad. Fluted barrel with threaded muzzle brake. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory matte gray stainless steel finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3476/MLW). MODERN. $1,0001,500.

2271. WINCHESTER MODEL 70 EXTREME WEATHER SS BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 300 Win Mag. S# WIPT07507YM35G. Bbl. 26”. Model 70 Extreme Weather SS manufactured by Browning Viana in Portugal and imported by BACO Inc. of Morgan, UT. The left side of the barrel is stamped with the model and caliber designations, with “-MODEL 70 EXTREME WEATHER SS-” above BACO Inc.’s importer information on the right. Winchester trademark logo is marked on the left side of the receiver. Metal components exhibit a dark matte gray stainless steel finish. Bell & Carlson black composite stock featuring white spider webbing and a Pachmayr Decelerator rubber recoil pad. Fluted barrel with threaded muzzle brake. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory matte gray stainless steel finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3572/MLW). MODERN. $1,0001,500.

side of receiver marked “WINCHESTER”. Rifle mfg. w/out iron sights & is equipped w/ a “LEUPOLD VARI-X III 3.5 X10 AO” Scope has duplex reticle mounted in stream line rings plus Leupold 2 piece steel windage adj. bases. Walnut stock w/ Monte Carlo cheek piece, cut checkering, Winchester buttpad, black pistol grip cap & QD swivels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black Butler Creek scope caps. CONDITION: stock has lightly worn original finish w/ scattered handling marks & sm. area of flattened diamonds under forend. Metal retains most of its finish w/ light high point wear. Scope has several sm. handling marks in its gloss black finish. Optics appear clear & serviceable. Very good shiny bore. (23-4925/RW). MODERN. $800-1,200.

reticle. Reticle is non centering type. Walnut stock w/ checkered steel buttplate & 1” swivels. MAGS: 2 blued steel 4 rd. factory mags. Followers are marked B. CONDITION: stock has nice original appearing finish w/ very light wear & scattered tiny handling marks. Metal retains approx. 90% original finish w/ thinning & light wear. Optics appear slightly cloudy but serviceable. Very good shiny bore w/ sharp lands. (23-4965/RW). CURIO. $1,200-1,500.

70% lightly faded bbl. showing wear & light pitting in carry areas. Action has faded to gray with case colors still visible in protected areas. Wood retains a large amount of original varnish finish showing scratches & marks commensurate with age. Stock has plug style repair at head. Toe of buttplate has a small chip. Very good bright bores. (23-4837/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

scene of a pointing setter in rocky background. S# is on trigger guard tang. Lightly fiddle figured and well streaked European walnut hard rubber capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock features usual drop points, point pattern checkering and large silver oval. Matching splinter forend with steel tip has patent date engraved on latch. Identification ledger indicates this gun originally had 12 Ga. 30” barrels. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .670. R .670. Restriction: L .008 (IC). R .007 (IC). Wall thickness: L .015. R .020. STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8”. DAC: 1 3/4+” CAST: neutral LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 10 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished; replacement barrels retaining most of an old reblue. Action is cleaned to silver gray. Stocks with most of an oil finish with light marks. Checkering cleaned. Bores are shiny but show some riveling in right barrel along with some dent removal. Barrels do not fit action well, they set above tops of breech. (01-24263/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Dia.: R .034, L .030. Weight: 7 lbs., 1.6 oz. 1902 mfg. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to brown showing scattered corrosion. Wood shows finish & checkering wear with scratches & marks. Action is tight. Good bores. (23-1279/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Replacement pistol grip stock w/ walnut stock w/ stock ears having tear drops & checkering at wrist. Pistol grip has Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap. LOP: 13 1/4” to engraved skeletonized buttplate & checkering on butt. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2”. CAST: neutral.

WEIGHT: 6.52 LBS. MEASUREMENTS: Bore Diameter: .617, .617. Choke Constriction: R- .010, L - .022. Minimum Wall Thickness: R.025, L - .025. CONDITION: bbls. have good blue fading in carry areas to gray / brown patina w/ marks through & at muzzle, peppery oxidation & wear spots. Action has good case colors in protected areas w/ balance faded to gray w/ pinprick oxidation, light marks & darker patina on bow. Very good forearm finish. Fair buttstock w/ chips & epoxy filler around tangs, chips of checkering around buttplate, scattered impressions, marks & white paint. Bright shiny bores w/ scratches & fouling forward of chamber & around choke

Bbl. No. 1. Choke Constriction: R Cyl. bore, L .014. Bbl. No 2. Choke constriction: R .027, L .029. Weight with 26” bbls, 6 lbs. 2 oz. CONDITION: Action has faded to gray showing scattered corrosion. Both bbls. retain over 80% dull fading blue. All bores are general bright with spots of very light pitting. Both forends show wear and handling marks. Stock shows heavy wear with deep dents & marks

walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13 1/2” over brown Decelerator pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with “J” spring release has secondary latch in guitar shaped escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS:

BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .734. R .728. Restriction: L .034 (Full). R .020 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .022. R .030. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2+. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: slightly off. LOP: 13 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 12 oz. CONDITION: fine as partially restored. Barrels retaining about 85% bright blue. Action and lockplates over 70% original case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish with numerous marks. Replacement pad could be fitted better. Shiny bores show some dent removal. Action is tight; mechanically good.

each lockplate. S# is on trigger guard tang. Stump figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 1/4” over black Pachmayer pad. Point pattern checkering wraps over grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet ebony tip has “J” spring release with secondary latch in engraved oval escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .728. R .727. Restriction: L .042 (Extra full). R .021 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .029. R .034. STOCK: DAH: 3”. DAC: 1 5/8+”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine. Barrels retaining over 80% old reblue with some scattered freckling. Action and lockplates retain about 40% original color, the balance a bright silver to gray. What appear to be replacement stocks retain nearly all of their original oil finish. Checkering with very little wear. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically good. (23-2164/MGM). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

of right barrel. Barrel flats are stamped with grade and S# as well as Hunter proofs. Case hardened sidelock action features non automatic safety and single selective Hunter one trigger. Action is engraved in usual Ideal style with large acanthus leaves on lockplates which are also marked “L.C. SMITH”. S# is on trigger guard tang. Crotch figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14 5/16” over thin red rifle pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet ebony tip has “J” spring release with secondary latch in oval steel escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .727. R .727. Restriction: L .034 (Full). R .022 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .040. R .037. STOCK: DAH: 2 5/8”. DAC: 1 9/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 5/16”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 15 oz. CONDITION: very fine as completely refurbished, retaining nearly all restoration type finishes on wood and metal with some minor marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanically good except that trigger is a bit balky. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1638/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

2281. POST WAR L.C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE EJECTOR SINGLE SIGHTING PLANE SXS SHOTGUN WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# S19824 (1947). The 26” London steel barrels fitted with raised matted rib set with two white beads have all correct markings on flats. Case hardened feather weight action with tall fences to accommodate high rib features automatic safety and double triggers (factory letter indicates that gun was made with single selective trigger so these triggers are a replacement. Color and finish of trigger plate do not match action.). Action is engraved in usual Ideal style with stylized large acanthus on lockplates and some foliate engraving on frame. Capped pistol grip buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 13 7/8” over red white line pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has “J” spring release with secondary latch in oval escutcheon.

MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .736. R .735. Restriction: L .030 (Full). R .014 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .033. R .035. STOCK:

DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 13 7/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 3 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory letter and 2 sections of a BGI cleaning rod. CONDITION: good to very fine with some alterations. Barrels retaining about 85% original blue. There are two drilled and tapped holes in top rib with plug screws. Action and locks retaining over 80% original color with some silvering and brown specks. Trigger plate replaced along with original single trigger. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish which shows attic burn and some chipping to finish and deep scratches. A coat of oil has been added. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are bright and shiny. Ejectors are in time. (23-2520/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

2282. L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# RE22772. The 30” Armor steel barrels with slightly raised matted rib have correct factory markings on tops. Barrel flats are stamped with S# and grade. Case hardened regular frame features non-automatic safety and single selective Hunter one trigger. “L.C. Smith” is on each lockplate. Capped pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 14 1/4” over thin red rifle pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has “J” spring release with secondary latch in guitar shaped escutcheon. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .729. R .724. Restriction: L .032 (Full). R .030 (Full). Wall thickness: L .034. R .033. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 5/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/4”. WEIGHT: 8 lb. 2 oz. CONDITION: good to fine as partially refinished. Barrels retaining most of their original blue with scattered marks and thinning overall. Action and lockplates retain approximately 40% of original color. Stocks with some oil added. Checkering recut; pad a replacement. Bright shiny bores with fairly heavy raised dent in left barrel 12” from muzzle. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2090/MGM). CURIO. $700-1,000.

2283. A. H. FOX A GRADE SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 ga. 2 5/8”. S# 32152. Bbls. 28” of Chromox Fluid Compressed Steel. Case colored boxlock action has deep style A Grade engraving. Double triggers. Extractors. Splinter forend hard rubber capped pistol grip stock. LOP 14 1/8” over original buttplate. DAC: 1 3/4”. DAH: 2 5/8”. Bore Diameter: R .729, L .729. Choke Constriction: R .028, L .050. Min. Wall thickness: R .032, L .042. Weight: 7 lbs. 1.8 oz. CONDITION: Action has faded to a dark patina showing some case colors in protected areas. Bbl. has dull blue with general light freckling. Forend show light finish & checkering wear. The stock is broken & glued thru the wrist. Tight action. Good bright bores. (23-1318/ DS) CURIO. $600-1,000.

2284. SCARCE LEFEVER ARMS CO. C GRADE SIDE COCKING DOUBLE SHOTGUN COMPLETELY RESTORED. Cal. 10 Ga., 2 7/8”. S# 6794. The 30” damascus barrels are engraved “D. M. Lefever MAKER and PATENTEE SYRACUSE NY” on concave game rib with square shouldered dolls head extension. S# is on bottom of left barrel. Early type Lefever action with push forward thumb piece opener on top tang has cocking lever on left side. Action engraved with sprays of well cut scroll within geometric borders which surrounds well detailed dog scenes with pointer at rear of left lockplate, pointing setter at center of right plate and a spaniel retrieving a bird on trigger guard bow. Maker’s name and address are at the front of each lockplate. There are no grade markings on action or barrels but this engraving coverage approximates that found on known “C” quality guns of this era. Steel capped pistol grip buttstock of well marbled European walnut measures 14 3/8” over 3/4” thick LACo embossed buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toeline. Matching splinter forend has push button release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .786. R .784. Restriction: L .028 (Mod). R .018 (Mod). Wall thickness: L .042. R .048. STOCK: DAH: 2-5/8”. DAC: 1-5/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-3/8”. WEIGHT: 9 lb. 8 oz. CONDITION: fine as completely refinished with good quality rebrown on barrels and bone case hardening color on action and other metal parts. All engraving is somewhat softened but still clear. Buttstock has oil refinish, checkering recut, forend wood appears to be new. All of these restored finishes have only a few minor marks. Bores are polished, shiny over some scattered pitting. Action is tight, mechanically good. (01-24230/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,250-2,250.

2285. RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED UNION ARMS CO. 20 GA. SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 250052. The 26” plain round barrel is choked full. Blued action with milled in rib on top is engraved “THE UNION ARMS CO” “TOLEDO OHIO” on left side. Action is near fully engraved with large open scroll within geometric borders which surrounds game scenes. A flushing duck is on left side and pointing setter is on upper left of right side. S# is on bottom. Slide release is to right of trigger guard and safety is at left which can be reached with your finger through trigger guard (not the safest situation but it is effective). Replacement (?) pistol grip buttstock of crotch figured American walnut measures 14” over steel buttplate, no checkering is present. Forend is near fully checkered. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 3/4”. DAC: 1 5/8”. CONDITION: fair to fine with evidence of poor storage. Barrel and action retain most of their original blue with a large amount of scattered areas of rusting which may clean. Stocks retain most of their oil finish. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically good. Nearly all of this companies production was 12 Ga., engraved examples are very scarce. (22-6444/MGM). CURIO. $600-1,000.

2286. BROWNING MODEL 12 & 42 LIMITED EDITION SIX GUN SERIES WITH MATCHING SERIAL NUMBERS. (Gun 1). Model 12. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4”. S# 02363NM872. Bbl. is 26” vent rib w/ fixed mod choke. Grade 1 w/ blue finish having semi gloss finished stocks. Limited edition of 7,000 mfg. in 1991-92. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: original box w/ owner’s manual. CONDITION: near new. Stock has small dent in left side. (23-2079). (Gun 2).

Model 12. Cal. 28ga 2-3/4”. S# 02363NM972. Bbl. 26” w/ fixed mod choke. Grade 5 w/ extensive game scene ornamentation & gold plated figures. Fancy stocks have high gloss finish. Limited edition of 5,000 mfg. 1991-92. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: original box. CONDITION: as new. (23-2080). (Gun 3). Model 12. Cal. 20ga 2-3/4”. S# 02363PN932. Bbl. 26” vent rib w/ fixed mod choke.

Grade 6 w/ extensive game scene ornamentation & gold plated figures. Gloss finished select walnut. Limited edition of 4,000 mfg. 1988. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: original box w/ owner’s manual.

CONDITION: as new. (232081). (Gun 4). Model 12. Cal. 20ga 2-3/4”. S# 02364PN832. Bbl. is 26” vent rib w/ fixed mod choke. Grade 1 w/ blue finish. Semi gloss finished walnut stocks. Limited edition of 8,000 mfg. 1988. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: original box w/ owner’s manual.

CONDITION: as new. (23-2082). (Gun 5). Model 42. Cal. 410 3”. S# 02363NZ882. Bbl. 26” vent rib w/ fixed choke. Grade 1 gun w/ blue finish.

Semi gloss finished select walnut stocks. Limited edition of 6,000 mfg. 1991-93. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box w/ owner’s manual & knife brochure. CONDITION: as new. (23-2083). (Gun 6). Model 42. Cal. 410 3”. S# 02363NZ982. Bbl. is 26” vent rib w/ fixed full choke. Grade 5 w/ extensive ornamentation having gold plated figures. Gloss finished fancy walnut. Limited edition of 6,000 mfg. 1991-93. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box w/ owner’s manual with knife brochure & hand tag. CONDITION: as new. (232084/DS). MODERN. $8,000-12,000.

2287. BROWNING CITORI 425 SPORTING CLAYS GRADE 1 O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 07398NTK13 (1996). Ported VR 32” bbls. w/ white front sight & white mid bead. Invector Plus choke tubes. Grey nitrous finished receiver w/ engraving. Gold plated SST. Ejectors. Top tang safety. Checkered walnut stock set. LOP: 15 3/4” to Kick-Ezz black pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: SKB hard case & green Browning luggage case w/ 2 snap caps. CONDITION: near excellent metal & wood finish w/ verdigris in the Browning trademark on trigger guard bow & a few marks on toeline. Bright shiny bores w/ traces of fouling. (23-1695/MD). MODERN. $1,200-2,000.

2288. BROWNING CITORI 725 S3 SPORTING O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” & 3”. S# BRJP14084YM131. Mfg. by Miroku w/ 32” VR bbls. Invector DS choke tubes: full set of 5 included. Ivory front & mid beads. Low luster blued receiver w/ gold accented engraving. Gold plated adjustable SST. Ejectors. Gloss oil finished highly figured black walnut stock set w/ 20 LPI checkering. LOP: 14 3/4” to Inflex Technology recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box containing Browning case containing chokes, Choke T-Wrench, 2 triggers & wrench, along w/ paperwork & gun lock. CONDITION: near excellent wood & metal finish still having Browning decal. Bright shiny bores. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3613/MD). MODERN. $3,000-3,900.

2289. LIKE NEW 16 GA BROWNING CITORI GRAN LIGHTNING O/U SHOTGUN WITH BOX. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# JP16695YY131. Blued 28” VR bbls. with Full/Mod “MIDAS” black screw in chokes. Blued boxlock action with intertwining scroll and gold accents at sides. Bottom of action marked “Gran Lightning”. Checkered Lightning style stock and forearm of nicely figured American walnut with Inflex recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching Browning black cardboard box with foam inserts, lock, chokes and paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears new. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3440/BH). MODERN. $3,000-3,700.

2290. BROWNING CITORI 725 SPORTING MEDALLION HIGH GRADE O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 3”. S# 2022HG0178. Bbls. 30” VR choked full & modified. Red fiber optic front sight. Silver bead rear sight. Ejectors. Lever locks up a bit right of center. Receiver has floral engraving w/ gold highlights. Gold single trigger. Factory sticker present on bottom bbl. Nicely figured checkered pistol grip walnut stock & forend w/ silver disc on bottom of butt & factory recoil pad. LOP: 15”. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3256/MJC). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.

2291. LIKE NEW 16 GA BROWNING CITORI WHITE LIGHTNING O/U SHOTGUN WITH BOX. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# JP17208YY131. Blued 28” VR bbls. with Full/Mod “MIDAS” black screw in chokes. Boxlock silver nitride finished receiver with intertwining scroll engraving at sides. Bottom of action marked “White Lightning”. Checkered Lightning style stock and forearm of nicely figured American walnut with Inflex recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching Browning black cardboard box with foam inserts, lock, chokes and paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears new. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3441/BH). MODERN. $2,000-2,750.

2292. BROWNING CITORI CXS WHITE O/U SHOTGUN WITH BOX. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# JP16077YY131. Blued 28” VR bbls. with Full/ Mod “MIDAS” screw in chokes. Boxlock silver nitride finished action. Sides of action marked “Citori CXS”. Bottom of action marked “BROWNING Citori”. Checkered walnut schnabel tipped forearm and flat knob stock with Inflex recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching Browning black cardboard box with foam inserts, lock, chokes and paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears new. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3413/BH). MODERN. $2,000-2,700.

Browning black cardboard box with foam inserts, lock, chokes and paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears new. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3412/BH). MODERN. $1,600-2,200.

matching black Browning cardboard box with foam inserts, chokes, lock and paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects appear excellent; appears new. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3255/BH). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

to Browning buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered Browning box containing gun lock, paperwork & accessory box containing choke tube & choke wrench. CONDITION: near excellent overall wood & metal finish w/ bbl. still retaining Browning decal. Bright shiny bores. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (233830/MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

Browning cardboard box with foam inserts, chokes and paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall with area of freckling on bottom of forward bbl. lug. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3804/BH). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

retains 97% original blue with area of light wear on bottom bbl. ahead of forearm from takedown. Very good wood shows scattered light scratches and minor compressions with slight flattening of diamonds, Front of forearm has approx. 1 1/2” area of worn finish. Bright shiny bores show some plastic fouling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3581/BH). CURIO. $1,000-1,350.

Browning box containing manual, choke tube box & wrench. CONDITION: near excellent metal & wood finish w/ light mildew on buttplate & light verdigris in Browning trademark on trigger guard bow. Bright shiny bores. (23-2435/MD). MODERN. $800-1,200.

that pierce the finish on buttstock. Buttplate has brown mildew staining. Bright shiny bores. (23-1801/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500

importer information above “MADE IN BELGIUM”, with the right side exhibiting the caliber designation. The left side of the receiver exhibits light scroll and wavy line factory engraving and is marked “Light Twelve” above a gold side portrait of John Browning and his signature. Right side of receiver exhibits matching pattern engraving with “BROWNING/ 2,000,000-11782” in gold within a gold oval. Metal components exhibit a lustrous high polish blue finish, with the trigger being gold plated. Fancy checkered wood pistol grip buttstock and checkered wood forend with grasping grooves. Matte vented rib barrel with ivory bead front sight. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: black leatherette case with a brass plaque reading “2,000,000TH/ John M Browning/ COMMEMORATIVE/ MODEL/ BROWNING AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN” and containing a small commemorative book detailing John Browning’s career. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, showing few discernible signs of extensive handling overall. Brilliant mirror bore. Wood furniture is excellent, with the stock showing a few small marks on the underside of the butt and grip. Case shows some marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. An extremely fine example, that one would find difficult to upgrade from. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3628/MLW). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

“BROWNING” and a portrait of John Moses Browning. Receiver features light scroll engraving with wavy line engraving along most edges. Metal components exhibit a professionally reapplied blue finish, with the trigger being gold plated. Checkered wood buttstock featuring plastic “FN”, “BROWNING” and “AUTOMATIC” marked buttplate, with a checkered wood forend. Wood furniture appears to have been lightly sanded and revarnished at one time. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown leather case with Browning plaque on exterior, featuring a brown “fur” lining and containing a 29 1/2” barrel. CONDITION: excellent, as refinished, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their reapplied blue finish overall, with some light pitting present around the serial number on the receiver, as well as some small spots of minute pitting around some of the engraving beneath the finish. Brilliant mirror bores. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Case shows some light exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3162/MLW). CURIO. $1,400-1,900.

2304. BROWNING A5 HIGH GRADE HUNTER SEMI-AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN

BOX & CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4” & 3”. S# PT07560YY116. Bbl. 28”. A5 High Grade Hunter semiautomatic shotgun manufactured by Browning Viana and imported by Browning Arms Company in Morgan, UT. The left side of the barrel exhibits Browning’s importer information, with the right side exhibiting the model and caliber designations. The left side of the receiver exhibits an engraved scene of 3 pheasant, with the right side exhibiting a scene of 3 duck. Black anodized aluminum receiver with blued vent rib steel barrel. Checkered wood pistol grip buttstock with checkered wood forend. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: shipping box with black factory hard case containing factory paperwork and choke set. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied finishes overall. Brilliant mirror bore. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Shipping box exhibits wear overall. Factory case is excellent.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3414/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

A5 “MAGNUM

SEMI-AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga, 3”. S# 76X55123. Bbl. 27 1/2”. A5 “Magnum Twenty” manufactured in Belgium by FN and imported by Browning Arms Company in 1976. The left side of the barrel is stamped with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN BELGIUM”, with the right side exhibiting the model and caliber designations. The receiver features light foliate engraved on the side, with “Magnum Twenty” above “BROWNING” and a portrait of John Moses Browning on the left. Metal components exhibit a blued finish, with the trigger being gold plated. Checkered wood pistol grip butt stock with “AUTOMATIC”, “FN”, and “BROWNING” marked plastic buttplate, and checkered wood forend. Vent rib barrel with aluminum bead front sight. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some mild superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore. Wood furniture shows some light superficial marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3570/MLW). MODERN. $1,400-1,900.

2306. (1 OF 5000) BROWNING A5 CLASSIC SEMI-AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 GA, 2 3/4”. S# 211BC1636. Bbl 28”. A5 Classic semi-automatic shotgun manufactured in Japan, engraved by Fabrique Nationale in Belgium, and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company of Morgan, TH & Montral P.Q. The left side of the bbl. is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN JAPAN - ENGRAVED IN BELGIUM BY FN HERSTAL”, with the cal. designation on the right. The left side of the receiver exhibits acanthus leaf scroll engraving with a duck above a scene of a running dog and “ONE OF FIVE THOUSAND” within a banner, with the right side exhibiting matching scroll engraving, with a portrait of John Moses Browning and 2 ducks above a banner reading “BROWNING CLASSIC”. The left side of the receiver is signed “J.BELLEFROID”. The receiver features a French gray finish, with the vent rib bbl. being blued. Checkered wood round knob buttstock with beaded borders, “AUTOMATIC”, “FN”, “BROWNING” marked buttplate, and checkered wood forend with matching beaded borders. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finishes overall. Mirror bore. Wood furniture shows some small impressions and a few marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd. owned by Jon R. Thomas. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3705/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

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2305. BELGIAN BROWNING

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2307. BROWNING AUTO-5 MAGNUM SEMI AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# 5V76893 (1965). Replacement Miroku 32” VR bbl. w/ bright bead. Full choke. Checkered walnut stock set w/ rnd. knob pistol grip. LOP: 14” to Browning ventilated pad. CONDITION: very good over 90% blue w/ scattered peppery oxidation. Very good wood finish w/ scattered handling marks & sm. gouges. Bright shiny bore. (23-1267/MD). CURIO. $500-800.

2308. BROWNING A5 LIGHT TWELVE AUTO LOADING SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 02666RT211. Bbl. 28” VR with fixed IMP/MOD choke and steel front bead. Blue finish action with scroll engraving and gold finish trigger. Checkered gloss finished walnut forearm and flat knob stock with original Browning buttplate. CONDITION: metal retains 98% original blue with two small dings on top of receiver. Very good wood finish with occasional small dents and scratches. Near excellent bright bore. (23-5031/BH). MODERN. $600-900.

2309. BROWNING ULTIMATE SWEET SIXTEEN A5 SEMI AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# PT13502YY116. Bbl. 28” VR choked IC. LPA red fiber optic front sight. Silver bead rear sight. Silver finished alloy receiver w/ floral engraving & game scenes. Blued bbl. Gold trigger. Factory sticker still present on bbl. Pistol grip walnut stock & forend. Inflex recoil pad. LOP: 14 1/8”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ hardcase, cable lock, manual, two spare chokes, two stock spacers & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3831/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2310. BROWNING MAXUS II WICKED WING SEMI AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”, 3” & 3 1/2”. S# PT11295YZ115 (2021). VR 26” bbl. w/ fiber optic front & white mid bead. Full, Mod & IC Invector Plus choke tubes. Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish. Browning AURIC Concealment finish composite stock set. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: ABS hard plastic case containing choke tubes, wrench, manual, stock shims, & additional buttpad. CONDITION: near excellent overall; appears to have not been assembled retaining factory packaging & sticker. (23-1315/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

BROWNING MODEL 12 GRADE 5 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 00693NM972. Bbl. 26” vent rib. Fixed Mod choke. Blue finish. Style 5 ornamentation with scroll surrounding scenes of gold plated mallards on the right side. Left side has 2 gold plated pointers & a flushing partridge. Beavertail forend & steel capped pistol grip stock of gloss finished fancy walnut have cut checkering. Limited edition of 5000 mfg. 1991-1992.

UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual & knife brochure. CONDITION: Near excellent retaining over 99% finish. Bright near excellent bore. (23-1340/DS). MODERN. $1200-1800.

2311.

2312. BROWNING M12 GRADE 1 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal 28 gauge. S# 02192NM872. BBL. 26” vent rib with fixed Mod choke. Blue finish. Beavertail forend & steel capped pistol grip stock of satin finished walnut with cut checkering & original buttplate. Limited edition of 7000 mfg. 1991-1992. UNATTCHED ACCESORIES: Original box containing owners manual. CONDITION: near new retaining nearly all finish. Stock has small spot of finish over spray on right side. Bright near excellent bore. (23-1293/DS) MODERN. $1000-1500.

2313. BROWNING MODEL 42 HIGH GRADE PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 3”. S#. 00693NZ982. Bbl. 26” vent rib with fixed full choke. Blue finish. Action has No. 5 style ornamentation scroll surrounding scenes with gold plated mallard on right and gold plated dogs & partridge on the left. Beavertail forend and steel capped pistol grip stock gloss finished fancy walnut have cut checkering. Limited edition of 6000 mfg. 1991-1993, UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box containing owners manual & knife brochure. CONDITION: As new in box with sticker on action. (23-1338/DS). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2314. BROWNING MODEL 12 GRADE 1 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 ga. 2 3/4”. S#. 00693NM872. Bbl. 26” vent rib. Fixed Mod choke. Beavertail forend & steel capped pistol grip stock of satin finished walnut. Limited edition of 7000 mfg. 1991-1992. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual. CONDITION: A s new in box. (23-1339/DS). MODERN. $800-1200.

& steel capped pistol stock of fancy gloss finished walnut have cut checkering. Limited edition of 4000 mfg. 1988. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with

edition of 8000 mfg. in 1988. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual. CONDITION: As new in Box. (23-1342/DS). MODERN. $500-800.

2315. BROWNING MODEL 12 GRADE 5 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 00693PN932. Bbl. 26” vent rib. Fixed Mod choke. Blue finish. Style 5 ornamentation with scroll surrounding scenes of gold plated mallards on right side. Left side features 2 gold plated pointers & a flushing partridge. Beavertail forend

owners manual. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1341/DS). modern. $800-1200.

2316. BROWNING MODEL 12 GRADE 1 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 ga. 2 3/4”. S# 00693PN832. Bbl. 26” vent rib. Fixed Mod choke. Beavertail forend & steel capped pistol grip stock of satin finished fancy walnut have cut checkering. Limited

2317. BROWNING X-BOLT WHITE GOLD MEDALLION BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 300 Win Mag. S# JP27023YY354. Bbl. 26”. X-Bolt White Gold Medallion bolt action rifle manufactured by Miroku and imported by Browning Arms Company of Morgan, UT. The tapered octagonal barrel is stamped with Browning’s importer information on the left flat, with “STAINLESS STEEL” followed by the model and caliber designations on the right flat. Receiver features light scroll engraving with “WHITE GOLD MEDALLION” in gold characters on the left. Receiver and barrel exhibit a stainless steel finish, with the trigger being gold plated. Composite trigger guard. Checkered maple wood Monte Carlo stock with Pachmayr Decelerator red rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling and what appears to be small spots of hardened grease throughout. Stock is excellent. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3254/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

2318.

Bbl. 22” medium sporter weight without sights. Stainless steel construction. 3 lug short throw action has top tang safety & adj. Feather trigger. Matte black composite stock with DuraTouch Armor coating, palm swell, textured gripping surfaces and Inflex pad. MAGAZINES: 1 detachable 5 shot rotary. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box containing owners manual packet and trigger lock. CONDITION: Near new retaining nearly all finish. Bright near excellent bore. (23-1305/DS).

feather trigger. DuraTouch Armor coated stock has palm swell, textured gripping surfaces, Inflex pad and Mossy Oak Brush camo. MAGAZINES: 1 detachable 5 rd. rotary. UNATTCHED ACCESORIES: Original box containing owner manual packet & trigger lock. CONDITION: Near excellent retaining nearly all finish. Near excellent bore. (23-1306/DS). MODERN. $700-1000.

2320. BROWNING X-BOLT WHITE GOLD MEDALLION BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 270 WSM. S# JP09907YX354. Bbl. 24”. X-Bolt White Gold Medallion bolt action rifle manufactured by Miroku and imported by Browning Arms Company. The octagonal barrel is stamped with Browning’s importer information on the left, with “STAINLESS STEEL” followed by the model and caliber designations on the right. Receiver features light scroll engraved on either side, with “WHITE GOLD MEDALLION” in gold on the left. Metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish, with the trigger featuring a gold plated finish. Maple Monte Carlo pattern stock featuring checkering at the wrist and forearm and being mounted with a Pachmayr Decelerator red rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3184/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

BROWNING X BOLT STAINLESS STALKER BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 Creedmoor. S#. 26273ZR354.

MODERN. $800-1200.

2319. BROWNING X BOLT VARMINT STALKER CAMO BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 Creedmoor. S#. 33466ZT354. BBL. 24” heavy sporter weight without sights. 3 lug short throw action. Top tang safety. Gold finished adj.

2321. BROWNING X-BOLT WHITE GOLD MEDALLION BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 243 Win. S# JP21157YY354. Bbl. 22”. X-Bolt White Bolt Medallion bolt action rifle manufactured by Miroku and imported by Browning Arms Company of Morgan, UT. The left side of the tapered octagonal barrel is stamped with Browning’s importer information, with “STAINLESS STEEL” followed by the model and caliber designations on the right. Receiver features light scroll engraving, with the left side being marked “WHITE GOLD MEDALLION” in gold characters. Metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish, with the trigger being gold plated. 1 piece maple Monte Carlo pattern stock featuring checkering at the wrist and forearm, and being fitted with a Pachmayr Decelerator red rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its factory styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3239/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

2322. BROWNING X-BOLT WHITE GOLD MEDALLION BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 6.8 Western. S# JP28820YY354. Bbl. 24”. X-Bolt White Gold Medallion bolt action rifle manufactured by Miroku and imported by Browning Arms Company. The octagonal barrel is stamped with Browning’s importer information on the left, with “STAINLESS STEEL” followed by the model and caliber designations on the right. Receiver features light scroll engraved on either side, with “WHITE GOLD MEDALLION” in gold on the left. Metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish, with the trigger featuring a gold plated finish. Maple Monte Carlo pattern stock featuring checkering at the wrist and forearm and being mounted with a Pachmayr Decelerator red rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3274/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

2323. BROWNING X-BOLT HELL’S CANYON MAX LONG RANGE BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 6.5 Creedmoor. S# JP70766YY354. Bbl. 26 1/2”. X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Max Long Range bolt action rifle manufactured by Miroku and imported by Browning Arms Company of Morgan, UT. The left side of the barrel is stamped with Browning’s importer information, with the right side being stamped with the model and caliber designations. Metal components exhibit a bronze Cerakote finish, with the trigger being gold plated. Composite Ovix camouflage stock, with adjustable cheek rest. Recoil Hawg muzzle brake with Inflex Technology adjustable length rubber recoil pad. MAGS: 1 4 rnd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory bronze finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but is otherwise very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3283/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,700.

2324. BROWNING X-BOLT SPEED SUPPRESSOR READY BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 7mm Rem Mag. S# JP32134YY354. Bbl. 26”. X-Bolt Speed Suppressor Ready bolt action rifle manufactured by Miroku and imported by Browning Arms Company of Morgan, UT. The left side of the barrel is stamped with Browning’s importer information, with the model and caliber designations on the right. Metal components exhibit a bronze Cerakote finish, with the trigger being gold plated. OVIX camouflage polymer stock, with adjustable cheek rest. Fluted barrel with threaded muzzle brake. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory Cerakoted finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable.

designations. Stainless steel finish with checkered black polymer stock. Integral muzzle brake. Receiver is mounted with a Leupold Vari-X 3.5-10x50mm scope. CONDITION: metal component exhibit some light superficial marks from handling and storage, with a couple small spots of minor discoloration. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some light superficial marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-2525/MLW).

buttplate. Swarovski 30mm 2.2-9x42 Nova gloss finished scope with heavy duplex reticle. Redfield mounts. 1970 Belgian mfg. Weight with scope 9 lbs., 5.4 ozs. CONDITION: Over 95% metal finish. Original stock finish shows areas of crazing with scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. Scope has bright optics. (23-1291/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

2327. BROWNING SAFARI BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 243. S#. 16100Z74. BBL. 22 light taper without sights. Sako Action. Monte Carlo cheekpiece fancy walnut stock has gloss finish, checkering, swivel bases & original buttplate. 1974 Belgian mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box containing black envelope with owners manual. CONDITION: Near excellent retaining over 99% metal finish. Right side of stock has a shallow dent forward of the action. Bright near excellent bore. (23-1304/DS). MODERN. $1,400-2,000.

metal finish. Stock has finish chips in wrist area. Very good bright bore. (23-1292/DS). CURIO. $800-1200.

engraving on both sides. Checkered pistol grip walnut stock w/ factory buttplate. Bottom mounted sling studs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory manual. CONDITION: stock set retains most of its factory finish w/ some light flaking, light dings & handling wear. Metal retains 90% original blue w/ some edge wear on bottom of receiver, scattered oxidation spots & light scratches Very good bright bore. (23-1712/MJC). MODERN. $700-1000.

importer information, with the right side exhibiting the model and caliber designations. Factory stamped caliber designation has been crossed out, with “284 WIN” stamped at the breech. Stainless steel finish, with 1 piece checkered black synthetic stock. Receiver is mounted with a Leupold Vari-X 3.5-10x50mm scope. CONDITION: metal components exhibit some light superficial handling marks, as well as some scattered spots of rust and discoloration. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (23-2524/MLW). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

2331. BROWNING BLR 81 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 308 Win. S#. 06952NM227. Bbl.20” round with sporting sights. Blue finish with gold finished trigger. Forend & straight stock with solid black pad of gloss finished walnut have cut checkering. MAGS: 1 detachable 4 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual & knife brochure. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1334/DS). MODERN. $800-1200.

2332. BROWNING MODEL 71 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 348 Win. S#. 00693PR6C7. Bbl. 20” round with hooded ramp bead front & sporting rear sight. Grey finished action features gold plated deer on right with elk on left. Scenes are surrounded arabesque scroll. Gold plated trigger. Forend & pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate of gloss finished fancy walnut. Limited edition of 3000 mfg. 1986-1987. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual & gun safe brochure. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1325/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

2333. BROWNING MODEL 71 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 348 Win. S# 00693PR6R7. Bbl. 24” round with hooded ramp bead front & sporting rear sights. Grey finished action has gold plated deer on right with gold plated elk on left side. Scenes are surrounded by arabesque scroll ornamentation. Forearm & pistol grips stock of gloss finished fancy walnut have cut checkering & checkered steel buttplate. Gold finished trigger. Limited edition of 3000 mfg. 1986-1987. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual & gun safe brochure. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1327/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

MODEL 71 GRAADE 1 LEVER ACTON CARBINE. Cal. 348 Win. S#. 00693PR1C7. Bbl. 20” round with hooded ramp bead front & sporting rear sights. Blue finish. Forend and pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate of satin finished walnut. Limited edition of 4000 mfg. 1986-1987. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual & gun safe brochure. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1322/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

MODEL 71 GRADE 1 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 348 Win. S#. 00693PR1R7. Bbl. 24” round with hooded ramp bead front & sporting rear sights. Blue finish. Forend & pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate of satin finished walnut. Limited edition of 3000 mfg. 1986-1987. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual & gun safe brochure. CONDNTION: As new in box. (23-1324/DS). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2334. BROWNING

2335. BROWNING

65 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 218

24” tapered round with hooded ramp bead front and sporting rear sights. Button mag. Grey finished action has gold plated bobcat & coyote surrounded by vine type foliate ornamentation. Gold finished trigger. Semi beavertail forend and pistol grips stock of fancy walnut feature gloss finish, cut checkering and checkered steel buttplate. Limited edition of 1500 mfg. in 1989. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box. CONDITION: As new in box coated with factory grease. (23-1320/DS). MODERN. $1200-1800.

65 GRADE 1 LEVER ACTION

24” tapered round with hooded ramp bead front & sporting rear sights. Button mag. Blue finish. Semi beavertail forend & pistol grip stock of satin finished walnut with checkered steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box containing owners manual. CONDITION: As new in box with coating of factory grease. (23-1319/DS). MODERN. $800-1,200.

53 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 32-20.

Bbl. 22” round with bead front & sporting rear sights. Button mag. Blue finish. Forend & capped pistol grip stock with grooved steel buttplate of gloss finished fancy walnut. Limited edition of 5000 mfg. 1990. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: original box with owners manual & knife brochure. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1321/DS). MODERN. $800-1200.

MODEL 52 SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S#. 00693NZ496. Bbl. 24” round sporter weight without sights. Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock of satin finished walnut. Features include; black forend tip, steel grip cap, plastic buttplate, Super Grade swivel bases & cut checkering. Limited edition of 5000 mfg. 1991-1992. MAGS: 1 detachable 5 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual & knife brochure. CONDITION: As new in box.(23-1335/DS). MODERN. $600-900.

2336. BROWNING MODEL

Bee. S#. 00693PN667. Bbl.

2337. BROWNING MODEL

RIFLE. Cal. 218 Bee. S#. 00693PN167. Bbl.

2338. BROWNING MODEL

S#. 00693NM3F7.

2339. BROWNING

2340.

MODEL42 GRADE 1 PUMP SHOTGUN. Cal. 410

00693NZ882. Bbl. 26” vent rib with fixed Full choke. Blue finish. Satin finished beavertail forend and steel capped pistol grip stock have cut checkering. limited edition of 6000 mfg. 1991-1993. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box containing owners manual & knife brochure. CONDITION: As new in box, with factory grease & sticker on action. (23-1337/DS). MODERN. $800-1200.

2341. BROWNING 1895 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-40 Krag. S#. 00693PV687. Bbl. 24” tapered round with bead front & sporting rear sights. Grey finished action with foliate scroll surrounding scenes with gold plated deer & mountain lion. Schnabel tipped forend and straight grip stock of gloss finished fancy walnut with cut checkering & steel buttplate. Limited edition of 1000,1984 Mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES” Original box with owners manual. CONDTION: As new in box. (23-1328/DS). MODERN. $1500-2000.

2342.

1895 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S#. 00693PW687. Bbl. 24” tapered round with bead front & sporting rear sights. Grey finished action has foliate scroll surrounding scenes with gold plated moose & bear. Schnabel tipped forend & straight grip stock of gloss finished walnut with cut checkering and steel buttplate. Limited edition of 1000,1984 mfg. UNATTACHES ACCESORIES: Original box. CONDITION: Appears unfired retaining nearly all finish. Checkering shows some residue from storage. Near excellent bore. (23-1329/DS). MODERN. $1500-2000.

1895

1 LEVER ACTION

Bbl. 24” tapered round with bead front & sporting rear sights. Blue finish. Schnable tipped forend & straight grip satin finished walnut stock with steel buttplate. Limited edition of 6000 mfg. in 1984. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1330/DS). MODERN. $8001200.

BROWNING

3”. S#.

BROWNING

2343. BROWNING

GRADE

RIFLE. Cal. 30-06. S#. 00693PW187.

1895 GRADE 1 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30-40 Krag. S#. 00693PV187. Bbl. 24” tapered round with bead front & sporting rear sights. Blue finish. Schnabel tipped forend & straight grip walnut stock have satin finish & steel buttplate. Total production of 2000 mfg. in 1984. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual. CONDITION: As new in box. (23-1331/ DS). MODERN. $800-1200.

MODEL 1886 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 45-70. S# 00693NY6c7. Bbl. 22” with pinned blade front & carbine leaf rear sights. Full length mag. Grey finished action with scenes featuring gold plated deer & bear. Forend & straight stock of gloss finished fancy walnut have cut checkering and steel carbine buttplate. Limited edition of 3000 mfg. 1992-1993. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual. CONDTION: As new in box. (23-1333/DS). MODERN. $1500-2000.

MODERN. $10001500.

2347.

MODEL1886 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S#. 00693PT697. Bbl. 26” octagon with bead front & sporting rear sights. Full length mag. Grey finished action features gold plated buffalo & elk surrounded by vine type foliate ornamentation. Gloss finished fancy walnut forend & straight grip stock have cut checkering and crescent steel buttplate. Limited edition of 3000 mfg. in 1986. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual. CONDITON: Appears unfired. The action has acquired a few small spots of tarnish or corrosion from long storage. (23-1336/DS). MODERN.

2344. BROWNING

2345. BROWNING

2346. BROWNING MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 45-70. S#. 00693NY1C7. Bbl. 22” with pinned blade front & carbine leaf rear sights. Full length mag. Blue finish. Walnut forend & straight grip stock with steel carbine buttplate. Limited edition of 7000 mfg. 1992-1993. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box with owners manual. CONDITON: As new in box. (23-1332/DS).

BROWNING

$1500-2000.

2348. BROWNING MODEL 1886 GRADE 1 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S#. 00693PT197. Bbl. 26” octagon with bead front & sporting rear sights. Full length mag. Blue finish. Satin finished walnut forend & straight grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. Limited edition of 7000 mfg. in 1986. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Original box. CONDITION: As new in box with factory grease. (231326/DS). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2349. BROWNING MODEL 53 DELUXE LIMITED EDITION LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 32-20 Win. S# 00519NM3F7 (only 5,000 mfg. 1990). Tapered 22” bbl. w/ open sights. Blue finish. High grade checkered walnut stock set w/ grip cap & shotgun style buttplate. UNTTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered Browning box w/ manual. CONDITION: near excellent metal & wood finish. Near excellent bore. (23-2354/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

2350. BELGIAN BROWNING SA22 GRADE II SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH CASE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 4T96203. Bbl. 19 3/8”. SA-22 Grade II manufactured by FN in Belgium and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company in 1964. The top of the barrel is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN BELGIUM”, with the caliber designation stamped on the left side at the breech. The left side of the receiver features an engraved scene of 2 prairie dogs with foliate motifs. Right exhibits matching foliate motifs with a scene of 2 squirrels. Top with engraved scene of a duck between 2 foliate motifs. Polished receiver with gold plated trigger and blued barrel. Checkered wood buttstock with grooved steel buttplate, and checkered wood forend. Barrel is mounted with a Redfield 4x scope. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Browning leatherette case. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finishes overall. Left side of receiver shows some spots of discoloration, with some light wear on the trigger from operation of the action. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent, exhibiting few superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Case shows some exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3671/MLW). CURIO. $1,800-2,700.

2351. BROWNING SA-22 SEMIAUTOMATIC TAKEDOWN RIFLE WITH CASE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 2T46044. Bbl. 19 3/8”. SA-22 semi-automatic rifle manufactured by FN in Belgium and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company in 1962. The top of the barrel is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN BELGIUM”, with the caliber designation stamped on the left at the breech. Receiver, bolt, and barrel exhibit Belgian proofs. Receiver features light foliate engraving with a wavy line border on the left and right sides. Metal components exhibit a blued finish. Checkered wood buttstock with grooved steel buttplate, and checkered wood forend. Receiver is mounted with a Bushnell Scope Chief 22 4x20 scope. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Hartmann brown leatherette case containing original factory paperwork. CONDITION: fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish overall, exhibiting some light superficial marks from handling and storage. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a clear image. Case shows some mild exterior wear, with brass components exhibiting some mild oxidation and discoloration.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3629/MLW). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.

2352. CASED BELGIAN BROWNING SA-22 SEMI-AUTOMATIC TAKEDOWN RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 69T17202. Bbl. 19 3/8”. SA-22 semiautomatic rifle manufactured by FN in Belgium and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company in 1969. The top of the barrel is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN BELGIUM”, with the caliber designation stamped on the left towards the breech. Sides of receiver exhibit light foliate engraved with a wavy line border. Belgian proofs are present on the underside of the bolt and left side of the barrel. Metal components exhibit a blued finish. Checkered wood buttstock with grooved steel buttplate, and checkered wood forend. Matching numbers are present on the frame (front face) and on the underside of the barrel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Contemporary Browning leatherette case with brown “fur” lining. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components retaining the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting a spot of finish loss around the rear sight base and underside of barrel that shows through to a gray and brown patina. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows a couple superficial marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. Case is excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3837/MLW). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.

2353. BROWNING 22 TAKEDOWN GRADE 6 AUTO RIFLE. Cal 22 LR. S# 02037NP212. BBL. 19 1/2” with bead front & folding leaf rear sight. High grade grey finished bottom ejection takedown action. Scenes feature gold finished animals surrounded by foliate ornamentation. Gold finished trigger. Tubular mag. inserts thru steel buttplate and loads on right side of stock. Trim beavertail forend & pistol stock of gloss finished fancy walnut with cut checkering. 1998 Japanese mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: original box containing packet with owners manual & hang tag. CONDITION: near new retaining virtually all metal finish. Stock finish shows small marks. Excellent bore. (23-1307/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

2354. BELGIAN BROWNING SA-22 SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH BROWNING SCOPE. Cal. 22 LR. S# T522761. Bbl. 19 3/8”. SA-22 semi-automatic rifle manufactured in Belgium by FN and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company. The barrel is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE BELGIUM” over the top, with the caliber designation on the left. Receiver features light foliate engraving with a wavy line border on either side. Metal components exhibit a blued finish. Checkered wood buttstock with checkered wood forend. Buttstock has been sanded and revarnished at one time. Dovetailed blade front sight with dovetailed adjustable square notch rear sight. Receiver is mounted with a Browning 4x scope. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is very good overall. Scope retains a clear optic. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3620/MLW). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

2355.

11/48-F

2 BBL. SET AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga. 2 3/4”. S# 4004644. The delightful 11-48 was a recoil operated shotgun produced from1949 to 1968. The “F” or “Premier” was the highest grade produced. Each side of the action features 3 vignettes with pointing dogs and game birds. The scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate engraving with finely stippled backgrounds that extend to upper & lower receiver areas as well the breech ends of both bbls. The unsigned engraving is likely the work of Remington Master Engraver Robert P. Runge. The blued finish is highlighted by a gold washed trigger. Trim finger groove forearm and hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of exhibition grade American black walnut is gloss finished. Fine “F” grade hand checkering. Oval brass presentation plate toeline is engraved “To Gov. Allen Shivers From Diamond Jim Moran”. Allan Shivers was governor of Texas for a 7 1/2” year period beginning in 1949. Diamond Jim Moran was a flamboyant French Quarter restaurateur & gambler with reputed ties to the New Orleans mob. Born James Brocato, he was a former boxer and bodyguard to slain Sen. Huey Long. Diamond Jim became one of the most powerful figures in the most corrupt & colorful city in America. He wore mink & diamonds everywhere and was known as “The King of New Orleans”. LOP: 14” over original red ventilated Pachmayr pad. Bbl. 1: 25” vent rib with fixed full choke. White mid bead is paired with an uncommon aluminum base diamond cut glass front sight. Bbl. 2: 25 1/4” vent rib with factory (no choke marking) alloy Cutts Compensator with spreader tube installed. White Bradley type target front sight with white mid bead. Both bbls. are numbered to the gun and have original factory “F” grade engraving. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: leather covered luggage case with brass fittings & purple velour fitted interior is engraved on the lid & front “DIAMOND JIM MORAN”. Case contains cloth bbl. covers & 2 spare Full choke Cutts tubes. One tube is steel the other aluminum. Also included are 4 typed pages of historical information about Robert Allan Shivers and Diamond Jim Moran. CONDITION: very fine retaining over 98% original blue. Original wood finish shows small wear spots & handling marks. Bright near excellent bores. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-4782/DS). CURIO. $10,000-15,000.

REMINGTON

PREMIER GRADE

metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light wear, as well as areas of light surface oxidation. Mirror bore. Wood furniture shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and

bottom mounted sling studs & additional stud for bipod mounting. Remington factory recoil pad. LOP: 13 3/4”. MAGS: 1-5 rd. CONDITION: metal shows a few scuffs & handling marks. Other aspects rate very good plus or better. (23-4790/MJC). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

Decelerator pad; bedding done by Mark Brown. LOP: 14”. Stock has left side cheekpiece & bottom mounted sling studs. CONDITION: Inside of action has some oxidation & dried grease causing function to be sluggish. other aspects rate very good plus w/ some light handling wear. (23-4792/MJC). MODERN. $1,400-2,000.

2360. 35 WHELEN REMINGTON MODEL 700 CLASSIC RIFLE IN FACTORY BOX. Cal. 35 Whelen. S# C6287539. Bbl. 22”. Mfg. August 1988. Bright blued metal finish w/ beautiful hardwood stock. Checkered forend & pistol grip. Rubber factory recoil pad. Sling studs front & rear. Receiver drilled & tapped for scope bases. Hooded blade front sight w/ windage & elevation adjustable rear sights.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory cardboard box & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects indicate very little use, if any. No visible blemishing on stock aside from a 4” area on right side cheek piece where it appears to be more glossy than the rest. No metal finish wear aside from some extremely light thinning in areas of mechanical intervention. Still wearing factory hang tag. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-2490/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200.

Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3410/MJC). MODERN. $1200-1800.

bipod and a brown leather sling. CONDITION: Metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some mild wear at the muzzle and on the bolt knob. Bright bore, exhibiting good rifling throughout. Stock exhibits some scattered superficial marks from storage and handling. Optic retains a clear sight picture. (23-1910/MLW). MODERN. $600-1000

designation and date code “WM”. Left side of receiver is stamped with the serial number followed by “REMINGTON/ MODEL 700”. Matte stainless steel finish with black synthetic stock and gray textured rubber panels. Receiver is mounted with a Leupold Vari-X III 1.5-5x20 scope. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their factory finish, exhibiting few light superficial handling marks, as well as some small spots of darker discoloration. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some light superficial marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a sharp and clear optic. (23-2522/ MLW). MODERN. 800-1,200.

being stamped “SPRINGFIELD./ 30 CAL. 1906”. “MODEL-720/ 42502” stamped on the left side of the receiver, and with “Remington” across the right of the receiver. Left side of the buttstock bears a crossed cannons cartouche followed by an “FJA” inspectors stamp. Floorplate is engraved “Presented to/ GySgt Brian H. Zins/ 2005 NRA National Pistol Champion/ “One of One” “. Receiver and barrel exhibit a blued finish, with the floorplate and trigger guard exhibiting a blank anodized finish. 1 piece checkered wood buttstock, with a Remington checkered brown plastic buttplate. CONDITION: metal components retain the vast majority of their original factory finishes, exhibiting mild surface oxidation on the bolt handle and knob, as well as on the trigger guard, just forward of the floorplate. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise very good overall. PROVENANCE: From the estate collection of Thomas J. Mulligan. (23-1204/MLW). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

States sudden entry into World War II, resulting in only 2,500 Model 720 rifles having been produced. Manufactured on a streamlined US Model 1917 action, this example is stamped “MODEL-720” over the serial number “40853”, with Remington’s trademark logo on the right. Left side of barrel bears the caliber designation “SPRINGFIELD./ 30 CAL. 1906”, with factory proofs and the date code “LL” on the right. Metal components are blued, with the bolt assembly (minus the bolt shroud) and the scope mount being in-the-white. Trigger guard and floorplate are comprised of black anodized aluminum. 1 piece checkered wood straight comb sporter stock with rubber recoil pad and brown leather sling. Stock features non-factory brass on the top, bottom, and sides of the wrist. Ramp brass bead front sight, with dovetailed provision for a rear iron sight. Sporting rear sight elevator is not present. Weaver Model 330 scope fitted on an aftermarket Griffin & Howe sidemount. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: Weaver K2.5 scope on a Griffin & Howe sidemount. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some mild wear, as well as some scattered marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock exhibits some scattered marks from handling and storage, with wear and losses to the varnish overall. Scopes retain clear and sharp optics. (23-2385/MLW). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

finished bbl. from a Model 700 Remington rifle. Bbl. is not fitted for iron sights. Drilled for receiver sight. Receiver is fitted w/ Weaver 1 piece base, double strapped rings & a Redfield 2 X 7 X 33 Revolution scope w/ duplex reticle. Walnut stock w/ raised cheekpiece & Monte Carlo comb. Schnavel forend tip. QD swivels. Old English butt pad & plastic grip cap w/ white lined spacers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: see through scope caps. CONDITION: stock is in very good condition showing a few scattered handling marks. Receiver has original finish plus 1 piece trigger guard plus matt black floorplate & bbl. All have light wear. Very good shiny bore. (23-4922/RW). MODERN. $500-800.

the serial number. Metal components are blued, with the capped pistol grip buttstock and the forend being comprised of checkered wood. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting areas of light surface pitting overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (23-1806/MLW). CURIO. $700-1,000.

7.2” spacing using factory drilled & tapped holes. Fitted for Redfield Olympic sight set having front globe sight installed using factory drilled & tapped holes. Receiver fitted w/ Redfield mounting block (using factory drilled & tapped holes) for attachment of Redfield Olympic target sight (included). “TR” suffix in model indicates w/ sights; “X” for w/ out sights & “S” for Sporter. Redfield 20X Model 3200 target scope installed; S# U00914. Factory stock (exceptional figure) w/ multi position rail in forend containing 1 1/4” swivel, matching swivel at butt, exceptional figure & standard checkered steel buttplate. Trigger fitted w/ steel shoe having superb release w/ out take up or backlash. Mfg. 1940-1968; approx. 166,000 units. Approx. 62,000 used as military trainers w/ “U.S.” markings.

MAGS: 4 very good factory 6 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good Redfield Olympic receiver sight, natural finished aluminum hand stop, front sight disk, 1” leather sling & fair homemade carry box of pine & luan plywood; 2 internal parts compartments.

CONDITION: good stock w/ finish wear & light handling marks. Very slight dent in scope tube behind elevation knob; balance including optics is near excellent. Trigger guard & mag. surround are cleaned of oxidation having no remaining finish. Bbl., receiver & remaining metal surfaces have light peppery oxidation. Very good front sight w/ light high point wear. Fine mechanical operation & near excellent bore. (23-4657/NW). CURIO. $750-1,000.

2368. PAIR ADAMS ENGRAVED STAINESS RUGER REVOLVERSREDHAWK & SINGLE-SIX. 1) NEW MODEL SINGLE-SIX CONVERTIBLE. Cal. 22 LR / 22 Mag. S# 261-98836. Bbl. 6 1/2”. Mfg. 1989; fluted LR cyl.; no firing pin groove. 2) REDHAWK. Cal. 44 Mag. S# 503-19527. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Mfg. 1997. BOTH: Engraved by Adams & Adams of Vershire, VT; John Sr. & Jr. John Sr. renowned for engraving over 3,000 firearms for Colt. Chiseled scroll engraving having punch dot backgrounds. Very full coverage; each signed “J. ADAMS” (front butt of Single-Six & front bottom of Redhawk frame). Simulated pearl grips of unknown make. Factory adjustable sights; Redhawk having red insert front plus white outlined rear. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered unfluted 22 Mag. cyl. for Single-Six having fine circular engraved band at front. Finely made, glass topped display case of fiddleback maple having dark wood finger joints on corners. Plush red padded velvet outlined interior; brass hardware. CONDITION: all aspects of offering are near excellent. Careful examination of revolvers indicates firing more than factory testing, but superbly cleaned; no turn lines on cyls. (23-1554 & 23-1613/NW). BOTH MODERN. $3,500-4,500.

Bright bore. (23-4796/MJC). MODERN. $1,100-1,500.

Blue & anodized finishes. Mannlicher walnut stock w/ bottom mounted sling hardware & leather sling. Factory red recoil pad. LOP: 13 1/2”. CONDITION: stock shows scattered handling marks, light ding & scratches. Metal retains 97% original finish w/ some light handling wear. Bright near excellent bore. (23-4850/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

rear sight. Top of bbl. marked “STURM, RUGER & CO. INC., SOUTHPORT, CONN, U.S.A.”. Receiver mounted with Leupold 12x scope. Flat bolt. Tang safety. Standard Ruger stock with 2 panel checkered forend. Checkered pistol grip with black Ruger grip cap and rounded red Ruger pad. Front and rear sling swivels. CONDITION: bbl. and action have very good original finish. Bbl. shows areas of thinning finish; notable on forward half. Floorplate and triggerguard show high edge wear with minor scratches and a couple spots of missing finish. Good original stock shows scattered moderate dents and scratches with flattening of diamonds. Front sling swivel is loose. Good bore with minor frosting and pitting. (23-4928/BH). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

stainless finish. Laminated stock. Bottom mounted sling studs. MAGS: 2-10 rd. factory. CONDITION: stock shows scattered dings & handling marks. Metal shows light handling marks. Bright very good plus bore. (23-1010/MJC). MODERN. $700-1,000.

finish, sling studs, solid brown Pachmayr basket weave patterned pad (13 1/2” LOP), exquisitely engraved grip cap having gold oak leafs & border plus very fine LPI checkering w/ Fleur-de-Lis accents (2 panels in grip area plus wrap around on forend) . Marvelous restocking by Clayton Nelson (per consignor). CONDITION: scope has light prior ring marks; all other aspects of rifle are near excellent including bore & optics. PROVENANCE: formerly of Thomas W. Connally Estate Collection. (23-5034/NW). MODERN. $1,300-1,900.

ACCESSORIES: rubber bikini scope cover. CONDITION: stock shows a few minor dings & handling marks. Metal retains 95% original blue w/ some light fading on the exposed edges. Bright very good plus bore. (22-5786/MJC). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

on the left side of the barrel having been crossed out and “300 WIN. MAG.” having been stamped above. Metal components exhibit a blued finish, with the wood buttstock and forend featuring checkered panels. Brass beaded blade front sight, with flip-up rear sight. Receiver is mounted with a Redfield 3x-9x scope. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting a few superficial handling marks, as well as a couple spots of very light pitting on the right side of the receiver. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting a couple small spots of what appears to be light pitting and retaining strong rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows some light marks and minor impressions from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a clear optic. (23-2523/MLW). MODERN. $600-900.

years “1949-1999”. Bottom of receiver has golden Bill Ruger signature. Nicely figured walnut stock w/ factory recoil pad. Alexander Henry forend. Bottom mounted sling studs. CONDITION: right side of butt has a few scratches, other aspects rate near excellent. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1669/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

Alexander Henry forend. Bottom mounted sling studs. CONDITION: left side of pistol grip has a couple dings, other aspects rate near excellent. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1664/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

“1878-1978”. Left side of receiver has Lyman logo w/ “1878-1978”. Checkered pistol grip walnut stock & Alexander Henry forend. Stock has bottom mounted sling studs & factory recoil pad. LOP: 13 ½”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 48 1/2” length by 17 1/2” width wooden display case w/ bullet mold, Lyman Centennial Journal, medallion, factory paperwork, cleaning rod & three reloading die set. CONDITION: scope exhibits some scratches & a couple areas of finish loss. Stock set shows a couple dings & some scattered light handling marks. Metal retains 97% original blue. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd. owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3686/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-2,000.

2379. “200TH YEAR OF AMERICAN LIBERTY” RUGER NO. 1 SHOT RIFLE WITH FACTORY BOX. Cal. 7x57mm. S# 130-28412. Bbl. 22”. No. 1 single shot rifle manufactured by Ruger during the 200th year of American Liberty (1976). The barrel is stamped with Ruger’s single line address over the top, with “MADE IN THE 200th YEAR OF AMERICAN LIBERTY” on and the left, and the caliber designation at the breech. The receiver is marked “RUGER” within a banner above “No. 1”. Metal components exhibit a reapplied blued finish. Capped checkered wood pistol grip buttstock with checkered wood forend. Ramped brass beaded front sight with flipup U-notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory cardboard box. CONDITION: very good as refinished, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their reapplied blue finish, exhibiting scattered areas of mild pitting overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting some scattered small spots of what appears to be oxidation, and retaining well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Box exhibits age related discoloration and moderate exterior wear from storage and handling, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3318/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

2380. RUGER BICENTENNIAL No. 1-B FALLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 22-250. S# 130-37838. Bbl. 26” w/ rib machined for Ruger rings; no sight provisions. Mfg. 1976 w/ 200th yr. bbl. markings. Very nicely figured buttstock w/ red pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ packaging to include Ruger scope rings in blue felt bag. CONDITION: Very good overall appearance having non factory metal refinish; near excellent stock set appearing factory original. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3315/NW). MODERN. $750-1,000.

blue w/ some patches of pitting & oxidation on underside of bbl. Very good plus bright bore. (23-2538/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2385. RUGER NO. 1 ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK FOUNDATION SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 270 Wby Mag. S#133-45981. Bbl. 26”. No sights fitted. Scope mount present. Number 114 of only 400 No. 1 rifles made for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation banquet in 1998. Receiver has gold elk scenes on both sides & floral engraving w/ gold borders. Blued finish w/ gold safety & trigger. Checkered walnut stock & forend w/ factory recoil pad.

Bottom mounted sling studs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: green Rocky Mountain Elk foundation case w/ keys. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. (23-362/MJC). MODERN. $900-1400.

2386. RUGER NO. 1-S SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 9.3x74R. S# 134-23940. Bbl. 22”. Mfg. 2008. Ramped gold bead front sight. Folding rear sight. Checkered walnut stock w/ factory recoil pad. Alexander Henry forend. Bottom mounted sling studs. Ruger ring hang tag present on trigger guard. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1667/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2387. RUGER No. 1-B FALLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 25-06. S# 131-35553. Bbl. 26” w/ quarter rib machined for its Ruger rings holding matte finished Leupold VX-II 3-9x40mm duplex reticle scope. Mfg. 1978 (1967 to date) as first year of warning marks on bbl. Checkered walnut stock set w/ grip cap, sling studs & red pad. CONDITION: couple of very faint handling marks on stock set; balance or rifle is near excellent including bore & scope set. (23-4923/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.

2388. RUGER MODEL M77 MK II BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 223 Rem. S# 787-69177. Bbl. 22” w/ receiver machined for its Ruger rings holding matte finished Leupold VX-II 3-9x40mm duplex reticle scope. Shipped 2000 (1989 to date) as Model # 07819. Checkered walnut stock set w/ grip cap, sling studs & black pad. Caldwell pivoting bipod attached to front sling stud. CONDITION: couple of very faint handling marks on stock set; balance or rifle is near excellent including bore & scope set. (23-4926/NW). MODERN.

2389. VERY ATTRACTIVE CUSTOM ENGRAVED RUGER VAQUERO SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER BY KERRY MULFORD. Cal. 44 MAG. S# 55-78088. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Vaquero single action revolver manufactured by Ruger in 1995 and subsequently custom engraved by Kerry Mulford. Frame and barrel exhibit standard factory stampings. Either side of the frame exhibits nicely executed scroll engraving on a stippled background, with the cylinder exhibiting matching engraving as well as a gold band at the rear. Rear grip strap exhibit scroll engraving with foliate motifs, with additional scrollwork on the butt. Barrel features scrollwork at either end, with a gold band present around the muzzle. Metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish, with 2 piece silver Ruger medallion smooth wood grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: invoices, as well as correspondence in regards to the engraver, Kerry Mulford. CONDITION: excellent overall, with metal components showing few mild superficial marks from handling and storage. Cylinder bears a light dragline. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips show some mild superficial marks from handling and storage, but are otherwise very good overall. A very attractive custom engraved Ruger Vaquero revolver. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Brad Shepherd. (23-2115/MLW). MODERN. $500-900.

$600-900.

2390. ENGRAVED RUGER NM SINGLE-SIX CONVERTIBLE REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR / 22 Mag. S# 69-99733. Bbl. 4 5/8” w/ factory screw attached serrated ramp sight; frame mounted adjustable rear. Mfg. 1983 in scarce, desirable bbl. length w/ blued finish plus walnut grips having silver eagle medallions. Nicely engraved frame, cyls. & top rear of bbl. by Brian Weaver (per consignor); grip frame & ejector rod housing retain factory anodized black finish. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory yellow & black cardboard box having clear tape repairs to include reattachment of end label. Near excellent matching engraved 22 Mag. cyl. CONDITION: very good to excellent overall having light marks showing mainly on anodized parts. Steel components, bore & grips are near excellent; slight evidence of firing & use within frame. Cyl. base pin missing captive plunger to operate transfer bar (readily available from Ruger). (23-4905/NW). MODERN. $600-900.

2391. REEDER CUSTOM THOMPSON CENTER CONTENDER SINGLE SHOT PISTOL WITH ADDITIONAL CONFIGURATION BARRELS & RELOADING DIES. Cal. 475 GNR. S# S141225. Bbl. 12 1/8”. Custom Thompson Center Contender single shot pistol by Gary Reeder. The barrel is marked “Gary Reeder/ Classic Encore” followed by an encircled portrait of a bear, with the caliber designation “475 GNR” on the right. Receiver bears no markings with the exception of the serial number. Stainless steel finish with black checkered rubber Pachmayr grips. Barrel features an integral muzzle brake and is mounted with a Leupold M8-4X Extended E.R. scope. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Gary Reeder custom .338 GNR barrel, Gary Reeder custom .378 GNR barrel mounted with a 3x-9x Burris scope, .338 GNR, .378 GNR, and .475 GNR reloading dies, 50 unprimed .310-8mm GNR brass casings, as well as 50 unprimed .475 GNR cartridges. CONDITION: metal components exhibit some mild superficial marks from handling and storage, with some areas of light oxidation on sides and underside of the receiver, as well as on the lever. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Pachmayr furniture shows some minor marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Additional barrel exhibits some mild superficial marks from handling and storage, and retain mirror bores with well defined rifling throughout. .378 GNR barrel’s Burris scope retains a clear and sharp optic. A nice Contender pistol, with desirable accessories. (23-2528/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

2392.

THOMPSON CENTER

CONTENDER SINGLE SHOT

PISTOL WITH CUSTOM

SSK .338 JDJ BARREL & RELOADING DIES. Cal. 338

JDJ. S# 383607. Bbl. 14”.

Contender single shot pistol manufactured by Thompson Center Arms and fitted with a custom SSK .338 JDJ barrel.

Left side of barrel is marked “S S K 338 JDJ #2” on the left side. Left and right sides of frame exhibit a relief laser engraved scene of a mountain lion. Stainless steel finish with checkered black rubber Pachmayr grip and forend. Barrel is fitted with an aluminum picatinny rail that features a 3 ring mounted 2x-7x Burris scope. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: set of .338 JDJ caliber reloading dies. CONDITION: metal components show some scattered superficial handling marks, but are otherwise very good. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Pachmayr furniture shows some mild marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp image. (23-2529/MLW). MODERN. $900-1,300.

2393. THOMPSON CENTER CONTENDER WITH CUSTOM .411 JDJ BARREL & RELOADING DIES. Cal. 411 JDJ. S# 171662. Bbl. 14”. Contender single shot pistol manufactured by Thompson Center Arms. Barrel is stamped “411 JDJ” on the left side of the lug. Engraved scene of a mountain lion on either side of the receiver. Stainless steel finish with Pachmayr checkered black rubber grip. SSK industries picatinny rail mounted with a Leupold M8-4X Extended E.R. scope. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: set of 411 JDJ reloading dies. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components exhibiting some superficial handling marks. Mirror bore exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Pachmayr furniture shows some mild handling marks, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-2530/MLW). MODERN. $900-1,300.

2394. THOMPSON CENTER CONTENDER WITH CUSTOM

445 WWK BARREL & RELOADING DIES. Cal. 445 WWK. S# S40128. Bbl. 12 1/2”. Contender single shot pistol manufactured by Thompson Center Arms. Left side of barrel bears markings stipulating the manufacturer information and the original factory caliber designation over “SUPER 14”. Left side of barrel lug is stamped with the new caliber designation “445 WWK”. The 445 WWK round was designed by Mike Murphy and consists of a 45-70 casing necked down to 44 Magnum. Barrel has been rebored to accommodate the 445 WWK cartridge. Left and right sides of frame are engraved with a portrait of a cougar. Barrel features a removable aluminum SSK vent rib with a picatinny rail that is mounted with a Leupold M8-4X Extended E.R. scope. Stainless steel finish with Pachmayr checkered rubber grip and forend. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 set of 445 WWK caliber reloading dies. CONDITION: metal components exhibit some superficial marks form handling and storage, but are otherwise very good overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Pachmayr furniture shows some scattered marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-2531/MLW). MODERN. $900-1,300.

2395. THOMPSON CENTER CONTENDER SINGLE SHOT PISTOL WITH CUSTOM SSK BARREL.

12 1/2”. Contender single shot pistol manufactured by Thompson Center Arms. Left side of barrel is marked “S S K 45-70”. Left and right sides of receiver are laser engraved with a portrait of a cougar. Custom SSK 45-70 Government barrel with aluminum vent rib / picatinny rail that is mounted with a 3 ring Leupold M8-4x Extended E.R. scope. Stainless steel finish with black checkered rubber Pachmayr grip and forend. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components exhibiting few minor superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting strong rifling throughout. Pachmayr furniture shows some handling marks, but is otherwise good overall. Exterior of scope shows some marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-2532/MLW). MODERN. $900-1,300.

2396. THOMPSON CENTER CONTENDER SINGLE SHOT PISTOL WITH DESIRABLE ASSORTMENT OF ACCESSORIES. Cal. 22 WMRF. S# 399722. Bbl. 10”. Contender single shot pistol manufactured by Thompson Center. Left side of barrel is marked with the manufacturer information, followed by the caliber designation. Engraved scene of a mountain lion on left and right of frame. Metal components exhibit a blued finish. 1 Piece wood stock with black rubber rear panel, and a smooth wood forend. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box containing factory paperwork, 1 .44 Magnum barrel, 1 .22 LR Match barrel (with box), 1 .45/410 GA barrel (with box), as well as .223 Remington barrel in its plastic packaging. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows a few minor marks from storage and handling, but is otherwise fine. Boxes all show mild exterior wear and remain sturdy and serviceable. (23-4677/MLW). MODERN. $750-1,250.

with metal components exhibiting few superficial handling marks. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Polymer furniture shows a few marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-2526/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Polymer furniture is very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-2527/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

2399. WEATHERBY MARKV CUSTOM GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 Wby Mag. S# H106713. Bbl. 24”. Mfg. in Japan. Weatherby Premier 3-9x40 scope w/ duplex crosshair reticle & very good optics. Bottom metal has scroll engraving w/ gold elk. Jeweled bolt & follower. Exhibition grade Monte Carlo stock w/ oak leaf carvings, gold anodized sling studs & factory recoil pad. LOP: 13 3/8”. Forend has engraved brass name plate. CONDITION: Stock shows some handling marks, light scratches & a couple spots of light flaking. Metal retains 95% original blue. Very good plus bright bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3690/MJC). MODERN. $3,000-5,000.

2400. WEATHERBY CUSTOM SHOP MARK V ACCUMARK BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX & RANGE CERTIFICATION. Cal. 30-378 Wby Mag. S# WY018610. Bbl. 26”. Mark V Accumark manufactured the Weatherby Custom Shop. The left side of the fluted 26” barrel is stamped with the caliber designation on the left side of the breech. The left side of the receiver is marked with the Weatherby trademark logo, followed by stampings stipulating Weatherby’s manufacturer information, as well as the model. Custom Shop floorplate. Serial number is stamped across the right side of the chamber. Receiver is factory drilled and tapped with brass screws. Threaded muzzle brake. Metal components exhibit a coyote tan Cerakote finish, with the flutes of the barrel exhibiting a black Cerakote finish. Black synthetic stock with green and tan camouflage. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork, as well as the Weatherby Custom Shop Range Certification. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory Cerakote finish. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent. Box shows some tearing and mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. An extremely attractive Weatherby Custom Shop Mark V Accumark rifle. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3443/MLW). MODERN. $3,250-4,000.

flaking on bolt handle & dust staining on buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3557/MJC). MODERN. $3,000-4,000.

2402. WEATHERBY MARK V ROYAL ULTRAMARK BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 300 Wby Mag. S# PB033594. Bbl. 26”. Mark V Royal Ultramark bolt action rifle manufactured by Weatherby. The left side of the barrel is marked “USE ONLY/ 300 WBY MAG”, with “MARK V” followed by Weatherby’s manufacturer information, and “MADE IN U.S.A.” on the left side of the receiver. Receiver and bolt sleeve feature gold bordered Grade III scroll engraved panels. Floorplate features matching gold bordering and scroll engraving, along with a scene of a gold inlaid elk. Barrel exhibits a gold and a nickel band at the breech and muzzle. Damascened bolt body and follower. Exhibition grade walnut stock featuring a Monte Carlo buttstock pistol grip butt and fine checkered panels at the wrist and forearm. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied finishes overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is extremely fine, with a few minute marks from handling and storage. Box shows some exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. An extremely attractive variation of the Weatherby Mark V rifle. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3815/MLW). MODERN. $3,0004,000.

2403. WEATHERBY MARK V BACKCOUNTRY BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 6.5 WBY RPM. S# WY017690. Bbl. 26”. Mark V Backcountry manufactured by Weatherby. Left side of barrel is marked “USE ONLY/ 6.5 WBY RPM” on the left side at the breech, with the Weatherby Trademark logo followed by markings stipulating Weatherby’s manufacturer information and the model designation on the left side of the receiver. Metal components exhibit a tan Cerakoted finish, with the floorplate exhibiting a topographical design. Carbon fiber stock with green and tan camouflage and Pachmayr Decelerator black rubber recoil pad. Fluted barrel with fluted muzzle brake. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finish overall, exhibiting some small marks at the rear of the receiver, appearing to be the result of inserting of the bolt. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3556/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

2404.

V

ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 300 Wby Mag. S# WY017126. Bbl. 26”. Mark V Backcountry bolt action rifle manufactured by Weatherby in Sheridan, WY. The left side of the barrel is stamped “USE ONLY/ 300 WBY MAG”, with Weatherby’s trademark logo, manufacturer information, and model designation present on the left side of the receiver. Metal components exhibit a coyote Cerakoted finish, with the trigger being blued. Backcountry topographical floorplate. Carbon fiber stock with tan and green accents, fitted black rubber recoil pad. Fluted barrel, with threaded muzzle brake. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory Cerakoted finish, exhibiting some light wear on the bolt body from cycling of the action. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3446/MLW). MODERN. $2,2503,000.

WEATHERBY MARK

BACKCOUNTRY BOLT

2405. SCARCE (1 OF 1000) WEATHERBY MARK V 1984 OLYMPIC COMMEMORATIVE BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH CASE. Cal. 300 WBY Mag. S# OL-0131. Bbl. 24”. 1 of only 1,000 Mark V bolt action rifles manufactured in Japan and imported/retailed by Weatherby commemorating the 1984 Olympics. The left side of the barrel is marked “USE ONLY/ WEATHERBY/ .300 W.M.” followed by “MARK V” above patent information, and the Weatherby trademark logo above “SOUTH GATE CALIF. MADE IN JAPAN” in gold characters on the receiver. Floorplate is engraved with floral motifs, with “XXIIrd OLYMPIAD-1984” within a banner at the center. Right side of buttstock is inlaid with a plaque that reads “LICENSED COMMEMORATIVE RIFLE/ (OLYMPIC COMMITTEE LOGO)/ OLYMPIC RINGS/ OF THE 1984 OLYMPIC GAMES/ 1 OF 1000”. Metal components exhibit a lustrous high polish blue finish, with the bolt body and magazine follower being jeweled. 1 piece Monte Carlo pattern wood stock with checkering at wrist and forearm. Receiver is mounted with a Leupold VARI-X III 3.5-10x40mm scope. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original blue leatherette case containing factory paperwork and a matching factory paper test target. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows a few light superficial marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. Case exhibits some light exterior wear, but is otherwise excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3575/MLW). MODERN. $2,250-3,000.

Cal. 340 WBY Mag. S# WY017213. Bbl. 26”. Mark

The left side of the barrel is stamped “USE ONLY/ 340 WBY MAG”, followed by the Weatherby trademark logo and stampings stipulating Weatherby’s manufacturer information and the model designation on the receiver. Metal components exhibit a lustrous high polish blue finish. Hand selected Claro walnut stock featuring a high gloss finish, Pachmayr Decelerator rubber recoil pad, and 5 laser-carved oak leaf and acorn panels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing its styrofoam insert and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original lustrous factory blue finish. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box is very good overall, with some mild exterior wear. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3577/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-2,750.

2407. CUSTOM WEATHERBY MARK V BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 270 Wby Mag. S# WY031128. Bbl. 26” threaded. USA made Weatherby. Rifle is factory drilled & tapped for scope mounts. Matching numbered bolt. Blue finish. Checkered pistol grip Monte Carlo walnut stock w/ leave carvings. Bottom mounted sling studs & Pachmayr recoil pad. LOP: 13 1/2”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ inserts, manual & cable lock. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3275/MJC). MODERN. $2,000-2,700.

2406. WEATHERBY MARK V LAZERMARK BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH BOX.

V Lazermark manufactured by Weatherby.

2408. WEATHERBY MARK V DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 338-378 Wby Mag. S# WY026677. Bbl. 26”. Mark V Deluxe bolt action rifle manufactured by Weatherby. The left side of the threaded barrel is stamped with the caliber designation, followed by the Weatherby trademark logo, manufacturer information, and the model designation on the left side of the receiver. Serial number on right side of chamber. Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish. High gloss checkered walnut stock with Pachmayr Decelerator rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork and the muzzle brake. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory blue finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent. Box shows some exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3278/ MLW). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

2409. WEATHERBY MARK V TERRAMARK BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX & RANGE CERTIFICATION. Cal.

257 Wby Mag. S# PB051980. Bbl. 26”. Mark V Terramark bolt action rifle manufactured by Weatherby. The left side of the barrel is stamped with the caliber designation at the breech, with “MARK V” followed by the Weatherby trademark logo and “MADE IN U.S.A.” on the left side of the receiver. Coyote tan cerakoted receiver, trigger guard, floorplate, and bolt, with a stainless steel barrel featuring coyote cerakoted flutes. Coyote tan composite Monte Carlo stock with spider web accents and Pachmayr Decelerator black rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory cardboard box containing Weatherby Range Certification and factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall, with a couple marks to the rear of the receiver, appearing to be from installation of the bolt at one time. Mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3711/MLW). MODERN. $1,5002,500.

2410. FACTORY SEALED WEATHERBY CUSTOM MARK V BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 270 Wby. S# WY031129. Factory sealed Weatherby Custom Mark V bolt action rifle of unknown bbl. length. Item number: MCUST270WXXX. CONDITION: new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3349/MJC). MODERN. $1500-2250.

2411. FACTORY SEALED WEATHERBY MARK V CUSTOM BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 WBY. S# WY028321. Rifle is sealed in factory box. UPC code is 4711544641. Maker’s code is MCUST300WXXX. CONDITION: new sealed in factory box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3352/MJC). MODERN. $1500-2250.

being comprised of wood. Receiver is mounted with a Buehler scope mount that is fitted with a Weatherby Supreme 3-9x44 scope. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting few superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock exhibits a few scattered marks and minor impressions from storage and handling, but otherwise is very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-1790/ MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

1/8”. CONDITION: stock set shows some light flaking on forend & sparsely scattered handling marks. Action remains mostly bright. Blued parts retain 95% original finish w/ light handling wear. Bright near excellent bores. (23-2070/MJC). MODERN. $600-1000.

bottom mounted sling provisions & factory recoil pad. LOP:14 1/4”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ hardcase, manual, Ben-oil bottle & four spare chokes. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE:

handling marks on wood. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3242/ MJC). MODERN. $1200-1800.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3248/MJC). MODERN. $10001500.

w/ a couple dings in stock, a few light handling marks & some dust staining on recoil pad. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3436/MJC). MODERN. $1200-1800.

hardcase, Ben-oil tube, choke wrench, four spare chokes & manual. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3498/MJC). MODERN. $1500-2250.

caliber designation on the right. Left side of receiver exhibits Benelli U.S.A. Corp.’s importer information, with the right exhibiting the model designation and serial number. Receiver, barrel, textured polymer buttstock, and textured polymer forend exhibit Realtree Max-5 camouflage finish. Black polymer trigger guard. Serrated vent rib with red fiber optic front sight. Modified choke. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory cardboard box with factory hard case containing chokes. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied Realtree Max-5 finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore. Polymer furniture is excellent. Box shows moderate exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3514/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

& can of Ben Oil. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R.

stock adjustment kit, modified choke & full choke. CONDITION: stock set shows a few scattered light handling marks. Other aspects rate near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3421/MJC). MODERN. $1500-2000.

excellent finish. Bright shiny bore. (23-1317/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

2423. BERETTA MODEL SV10 PERENNIA III O/U SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga., 3”. S# N57999S (CF = 2010). Excelsior Steel 28” VR bbls. w/ bright front bead. Optima-Bore HP chokes tubes; full set of 5 included. Satin silver alloy finish receiver w/ laser engraving. Boxlock action w/ removable titanium SST group, & ejectors. Satin finished checkered walnut forearm & pistol grip stock. Patented Q-Stock quick takedown system. LOP: 14 3/4” to Beretta Kick-Off recoil system. DAC: 1 3/8”. DAH: 1 7/8”. WEIGHT: 6.3 LBS. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: Beretta blue molded case containing choke tubes, choke wrench, paperwork envelope, sling swivels & stock screwdriver. CONDITION: near excellent wood & metal finish showing minor handling marks. Bright shiny bores. Ejectors appear in time. (23-1288/MD). MODERN. $1,500-2,250

some handling marks & light dings. Receiver remains mostly bright w/ some light handling wear. Blued parts retain 95% original finish w/ a couple patches of light oxidation & some edge wear. Bright very good plus bores. (23-4842/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2425. BERETTA 686 SILVER PIGEON I SPORTING O/U SHOTGUN WITH CASE. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# H07908X. Bbl. 29 7/8” VR, screw in FULL and MOD chokes currently installed. Satin finished boxlock action with fully scroll ornamentation. Gold plated trigger. Ejectors. Checkered walnut schnabel forend and pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory shipping sleeve with original blue plastic factory case containing paperwork and chokes. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; appears new. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3408/BH). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

2426. BERETTA MODEL A400 XCEL SEMI-AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 12 GA, 2 3/4” & 3”. S# XA258507. Bbl. 28”. Model A400 Xcel manufactured by Beretta in Italy and imported by Beretta U.S.A. Corp. The left side of the barrel exhibits Beretta’s manufacturer information and the caliber designation, with Beretta U.S.A. Corp.’s importer information on the right. Metal components exhibit a blued finish. Checkered wood stock with Kick-Off recoil reduction system, and checkered wood forend. Carbon fiber vent rib with white plastic bead side. Modified choke. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied finish, exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (233518/MLW). MODERN. $1,800-2,500.

exhibits a matte gray finish, with the barrel being blued. Black polymer buttstock and forend with black rubber grip panels. High vent rib barrel with red fiber optic front sight, fitted with a Modified choke. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal component retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finishes, exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Brilliant mirror bore. Black polymer and rubber furniture is excellent overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3243/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

the model and caliber designation, with the Beretta logo and “XPLOR/ ACTION” on the right. Anodized aluminum receiver with blued barrel. High grain checkered wood buttstock and forend. Matte high vent rib with red fiber optic front sight. Removable Modified choke. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory applied finishes overall. Brilliant mirror bore. Wood furniture is excellent overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd

twice. Standard markings on left and right sides of receiver. Matte gray anodized receiver with blued barrel. Black polymer Kick Off recoil reduction buttstock, with black polymer forend. High matte vent rib with red fiber optic front sight and removable Modified choke. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied finishes, exhibiting few light superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore. Black polymer furniture is excellent overall.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3823/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

designation, with the right side exhibiting Beretta USA Corp.’s importer information. The left side of the receiver exhibits the model and caliber designations, with the right side exhibiting the Beretta logo, followed by “XTREME/ PLUS”. Matte gray receiver with matte blued barrel featuring a high vent rib, red fiber optic sight, and removable Modified choke. Black polymer buttstock with Beretta’s Kick-Off recoil reduction system, and black polymer forend. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied finishes overall. Mirror bore. Black polymer furniture is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3824/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

Beretta U.S.A. Corp.’s importer information. The left side of the receiver exhibits a lightly engraved “XCEL”, followed by the model and caliber designation, with the Beretta logo and another lightly engraved “XCEL” on the right. Matte gray receiver with matte blued barrel featuring a high vent rib, bead white sight, and Modified choke. Checkered wood buttstock and forend with “EXTRALIGHT” black rubber recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied finishes overall. Mirror bore. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Box exhibits mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3834/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

2432. No.

20/100 BERETTA

MODEL AL-390 GOLD TRAP SHOTGUN FOR THE 1999 GRAND CENTENNIAL IN VANDALIA, OHIO. Cal. 12 Ga., 3”. S# X10820E (BM = 1999). The 30” VR bbl. has white bead front sight & bright mid bead. Comes w/ 4 Mobil choke tubes: Full, IM, Mod, & IC. Action has gold plated Centennial markings & logo alongside laser scroll engraving. Gloss finished checkered forearm & pistol grip Monte Carlo stock w/ gold plate on toeline. LOP: 15” to Beretta black pad.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box for action & bbl. Extra trigger assembly. CONDITION: shotgun appears unfired w/ near excellent blue & wood finish. While bbl. light a few wear spots, it appears never fully assembled & cycled. (23-1694/MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

2433. BERETTA A400 XCEL SEMI AUTO SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 3”. S# XA254553. Bbl. 30” VR. Shotgun is sealed in factory box. A400 Xcel grey model item number: J42CK10. CONDITION: sealed in factory box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3396/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2434. SIGARMS AURORA TT25 COMPETITION O/U SHOTGUN BY B. RIZZINI OF ITALY. Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# EX04230 (BS = 2002). VR 30” bbls. w/ white target front sight & mid bead. Full set of 6 Sig Arms choke tubes & 1 Skeet Seminole Choke tube. Matte finish. Gold finished SST. Ejectors. Trigger guard bow engraved “TT / 25”. Floorplate signed by trigger “Bottega C. Giovanelli” American dimension checkered walnut stock set w/ Schnabel tip & black recoil pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: choke tube case. CONDITION: near excellent metal & wood finish w/ minute handling marks. Bright shiny bores w/ light fouling forward of chamber. (23-1264/MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

2435. HATFIELD UPLANDER 2 GAUGE 20/28 SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 ga. & 20 ga. 3”. S#. 466HR. 2 bbl. set. Both bbls are 26” with fixed IC & Mod chokes & brass beads. Scalloped boxlock action is satin grey finished. Attractive scroll ornamentation has punch dot backgrounds. Selective ejectors & single non-selective trigger. Satin finished splinter forend and straight grip stock are hand checkered. LOP: 14 1/8” over original solid brown pad. Mfg. in Italy by Davide Pedersoli. Weight with 20 ga. bbls, 5 lbs., 15 ozs. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Canvas covered case with Hatfield label. & key. CONDITION: near new retaining over 99% original finish. Bright near excellent bores. (23-1276/DS). MODERN. $1500-2500.

2436. HUSQVARNA MODEL 310X TWO BARREL SET SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 3/4”. S# 154321. Both barrels are 29 17/32” of Svenskt Special Steel. Both have raised matted ribs w/ bright front beads; both ribs have crossbolt extension. Both bbls. have sling loops installed on under rib. Bbls. #1 choked IM & Mod. Bbls. # 2 mark & choked Full. Case hardened boxlock receiver w/ wedges of acanthus scroll engraving along w/ engraved geometric patterns. Action features case hardened dbl. triggers, extractors & automatic safety. Splinter forearm w/ schnabel tip, Deeley release & point pattern checkering. Straight grip walnut buttstock w/ wrap around point pattern checkering & sling loop installed on toeline. LOP: 14” to Husqvarna buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. CAST: slight cast on. WEIGHT: 7.3 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2nd set of bbls. as described above. CONDITION: both bbls. have very good original blue w/ scattered peppery oxidation, edge wear & spots of marks. Good vivid case colors on portions of exterior & on water table, silvering in carry areas w/ spots of patina. Forearm has very good finish w/ silvering on release. Buttstock has very good finish w/ three notable gouges on left side wrist along & scattered marks. Both bbls. have bores w/ fouling. (22-5853/MD). CURIO. $600-1,000.

Picture Co. and the U.S. Army. This stunning work of art is a Smith & Wesson pre-27 post WWII 357 revolver. Bbl. 8 3/8” with checkered rib and shrouded ejector. Red ramp front sight with white outline adjustable target rear. Case colored target hammer and target trigger. Exhibition quality full coverage engraving and coin finish. The right side plate features a forest scene with 2 fighting bull elk. Additionally the right side shows a whitetail buck and a big horn sheep portrait. Left side scene features a charging grizzly and bobcat portrait. The crane display a pronghorn antelope portrait. The balance of the bbl., frame and flat portion of the 6 shot fluted cylinder are covered with masterfully executed vine type scroll. The 2 piece ivory target grips have silver S&W medallions. The outstanding scrimshaw features a woodland mountain scene with a double shovel bull caribou on the right panel. This scene is bordered by vine type foliate scroll that continues to the entire right panel and is accentuated by dark brown backgrounds. The back of the right panel is pencil marked “Grips made by Ernie Lind”. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: An 8x11 black & white photo, dated 3-1-1957, shows Dot Lind holding the revolver upside down over her shoulder and aiming with a mirror. A smaller 5x4 photo shows 8 embellished handguns including this one. The caption on the back reads “some of the Ernie Lind collection. All Sold.” A brochure titled ‘GUNTHUNDER HILL” promotes the Lind’s famous shooting act. Also included is a copy of Ernie’s ‘The Complete Book of Trick & Fancy Shooting”. Also included is a Don Mundell Smith & Wesson letter dated July 14, 2023 detailing the history of the 357 Magnum revolver, noting “The invoice shows serial number S84079 was delivered to Mr. Miller, Sales Manager on August 30, 1951. It was through Jurek Brothers Inc., 53 School Street, Greenfield, Massachusetts. The invoice reads “FOR ERNEST LIND”. The only details on the invoice indicates it shipped with a 8 3/8-inch barrel with a nickel finish. Fred Miller hand delivered this revolver to Ernie Lind at Gunthunder Hill in West Swanzey, New Hampshire. The engraving and the stocks were added sometime after S84079 left Smith & Wesson”. Letter from Michael Helms of the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation also confirms the information in the previous letter. Copied Invoice #WR26361 from Smith & Wesson dated Aug. 30, 1951 for this revolver. CONDITION: Near excellent, retaining almost all finish showing a slight cyl. drag line. The hammer & trigger retain 80% case colors. The ivory grips are in very good condition showing age related checking at the butt. The right panel has a small hairline crack at the top of the backstrap. Smooth mechanics. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-4917/DS). CURIO. $15,000-20,000.

2004. The first 500 S&W Magnum revolver was introduced at SHOT Show 2003 & was an instant hit. Built on the X-Frame The Safari Club International Big 5 Commemorative features roll engraving w/ 24 Kt. Gold inlays of the African Big 5 animals; leopard, lion, cape buffalo, rhino, and elephant. Hi luster finish 8 3/8” serrated top barrel w/ muzzle brake. Black blade front & white outline micrometer click adjustable rear sights. 5 shot fluted cylinder. .430” checkered hammer & .400” smooth trigger. Full length barrel lug. Barrel marked on left side; “500 S&W MAGNUM / BIG 5 COMMEMORATIVE” & Rhino’s w/ gold inlay. Barrel marked on right side; “SMITH & WESSON / SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL” & Elephants w/ gold inlay. Right sideplate engraved w/ all of the Big 5 animals in gold inlay and “BIG FIVE”. Receiver marked w/ SCI logo & “ONE OF 300”. Smooth front strap & backstrap. High quality, smooth white plastic grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: hardwood & glass display case lined w/ blue velvet material, Factory letter validating 1 of 300 custom engraved by S&W. CONDITION: all aspects indicate as new, which is typical for a limited edition gun such as this. Finish unblemished, bore is bright w/ strong rifling. Display case illustrates no obvious blemishing.

frame. Matching numbered barrel, cylinder and extractor. Assembly numbered 4851 plus registration number 824. This model is the first of Magnum revolvers that was influenced by Elmer Keith; first example given to J. Edgar Hoover (Reg. # 1) and popular with other famous persons such as General Patton (Reg. # 506). Offered in many barrel lengths and with various features; each almost a custom build from S&W. Only 5224 Magnums were “Registered” 1935-1939 evolving into the Model 27 of the present. Hidden special feature is spring loaded detent to assist keeping cylinder fully open for loading and ejecting. Proper diamond center checkered Magna grips (unreadable penciled non-matching number) with early in the white machined locating disks that are not patent marked. Case colored .265” grooved trigger and standard checkered hammer. Finely checkered top strap and barrel rib. Smooth finished pre Micrometer adjustable sight has deep U notch sighted for 25 yards using Magnum ammo with 6 o’clock hold. Both grip straps are grooved; deluxe added feature for the model as other S&W revolvers were plain. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: July 17, 2017 S&W research letter signed by Historian Roy Jinks supporting above info along with copy of original invoice showing Reg. # 824 dated Feb. 13, 1936. CONDITION: very good appearance of factory quality refinish with signs of use and small areas of finish loss to include at muzzle, cylinder turn line, high point wear, light spotty appearance to cylinder plus faint scratches (mostly on side plate). Very good to excellent case colors. Both grips have near excellent appearance. Near excellent bore, chambers and timing.

PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1623/NW). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

Von Lengerke & Antione of Chicago, IL on March 23, 1936; billed at wholesale price of $35.45 each. Early blued prewar example with logo on left side of frame. Matching numbered barrel, cylinder and extractor. Assembly numbered 4866 plus registration number 880. This model is the first of Magnum revolvers that was influenced by Elmer Keith; first example given to J. Edgar Hoover (Reg. # 1) and popular with other famous persons such as General Patton (Reg. # 506). Offered in many barrel lengths and with various features; each almost a custom build from S&W. Only 5224 Magnums were “Registered” 1935-1939 evolving into the Model 27 of the present. Hidden special feature is spring loaded detent to assist keeping cylinder fully open for loading and ejecting. Proper diamond center checkered Magna grips (non-matching; 43445 stamped) with early in the white machined locating disks that are not patent marked. Case colored .265” grooved trigger and standard checkered hammer. Finely checkered top strap and barrel rib. Smooth finished pre Micrometer adjustable sight has square notch sighted for 25 yards using Magnum ammo with 6 o’clock hold. Both grip straps are grooved; deluxe added feature for the model as other S&W revolvers were plain. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: April 30, 2021

S&W research letter signed by Historian Roy Jinks supporting above info. CONDITION: near excellent appearance of factory quality refinish with very faint areas of finish loss to include at edges of muzzle and beginning cylinder turn line. Near excellent appearing grips with very small mark on center diamond of left. Mainspring has polished appearance; hammer tension appears lighter than normal. Very good to excellent case colors with light rub marks from frame. Near excellent bore, chambers and timing. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1624/

Cal. 32 S&W. S# 178119. Bbl. 2”. Third Model .32 Safety Hammerless double action revolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson circa. 1909. The left side of the rare 2” barrel is stamped “32 S.&W. CTG”, with Smith & Wesson’s 1 line address stamped across the right. Right side of frame bears the S&W trademark logo. Metal components exhibit a lustrous factory blue finish, with the trigger exhibiting a case color hardened finish. Frame is mounted with 2 piece S&W trademark logo checkered black hard rubber grips. Pinned half-moon front sight with V-notch rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the butt of the frame, rear face of the cylinder, underside of the barrel latch, rear of the barrel, as well as on the interior of the right grip panel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter indicating that this example was one of many .32 Safety Hammerless revolvers shipped to E.K. Tryon Co. in Philadelphia, PA on March 9th of 1909. CONDITION: very good, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some small spots of mild wear, some light scattered superficial marks from storage and handling, as well as some minor losses to the finish on the cylinder and light side of the frame from extremely light, cleaned oxidation. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting a couple small spots of pitting towards the breech and retaining well defined rifling throughout. Grips show a few light marks from storage and handling, but are otherwise very good overall. A very nice example of an over a century old Smith & Wesson .32 Safety Hammerless double action revolver. (23-2657/MLW). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

2442. NICK KUSMIT ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 35K0334. Bbl. 6 1/8”. Model 66 double action revolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson. The left side of the barrel is stamped “SMITH & WESSON”, with the caliber designation stamped across the right. Right side of frame is marked with the S&W trademark logo, followed by Smith & Wesson’s address. Frame and barrel exhibit scroll engraving on a punch dot background. Metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish, with the frame being mounted with 2 piece S&W silver medallion fancy checkered wood Roper style grips which were an added option available at the time for an additional fee. Red ramp front sight with adjustable square notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork, cleaning brush, and screwdriver. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components exhibiting few superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. Box show some minor exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (23-2661/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

2443. PREWAR SMITH & WESSON K22 OUTDOORSMAN DA

REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S 678925. Bbl. 6” pinned. Prewar first model mfg. 1939. Patridge front sight w/ silver bead. Adjustable rear sight. Blued finish. Case colored hammer & trigger. Magna grips w/ silver S&W medallions. Right grip panel is stamped numbered to frame.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: red factory box matching numbered to gun, factory letter confirming the revolver’s configuration & stating that it was in a three gun shipment to National Target & Supply in Washington D.C. on September 20th, 1939. Also included is a copy of the purchase order to National Target & Supply. CONDITION: grips show some dings on the bottom & scattered handling wear. Trigger & hammer show light operational wear but retain nearly all their original case colors. Balance of metal retains 90% original blue w/ some edge wear, operational wear, some silvering & light handling wear. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1627/MJC). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

2444. EARLY NICKEL 5 SCREW SMITH & WESSON PRE MODEL 29 REVOLVER WITH 4” BARREL. Cal. 44 Magnum. S# S168521. Bbl. 4”. Mfg. 19561957. Double action revolver built on 5-screw, square butt N frame. .500” checkered target hammer. .500” serrated target trigger. Red ramp insert front sight. White outline, micrometer click, adjustable rear sight. Shrouded extractor. Fluted, counter-bored, 6 shot cylinder. Nickel finish. 6 groove serrated front strap & backstrap. Matching numbers on frame, barrel, cylinder & extractor. Smooth wood grips w/ S&W medallions.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Correct dark blue S&W case, blue satin lined w/ clasp latch. Original cleaning kit including knurled aluminum screwdriver, patches, brush & rod. CONDITION: Nickel finish is complete & consistent w/ some light signs of use visible under close inspection. A few tiny areas of flaking & staining. Thin drag line on cylinder. Grips in nice shape w/ a few light impressions and a small area of finish delamination on rear of right grip. Timing appears to be correct. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling.

(23-2128/JZ). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

2445. PRE MODEL 34 SMITH & WESSON KIT GUN DA REVOLVER.

Cal. 22 LR. S# 2089. Bbl. 4” pinned. Mfg. 1954. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Nickel finish. Case colored hammer & trigger. Matching numbers on frame, bbl., cyl., ejector & right grip panel. Round butt grips w/ silver S&W medallions.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter confirming the gun’s configuration & stating that it was part of a nine gun shipment to Adolph Blaich Inc. in Los Angeles on July 14th, 1954. Also included is a copy of the factory shipping record for that shipment. CONDITION: grips show some light dings & handling marks. Hammer & trigger retain nearly all of their original case colors w/ light operational wear. Balance of metal shows some light scratches, light handling & operational wear. Very good plus bright bore. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1625/MJC). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

2446. SMITH & WESSON MODEL

17 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Cal. 22 LR. S# K418560. Bbl.

6”. Model 17 double action revolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson. The left side of the barrel is stamped “SMITH & WESSON”, with the caliber designation stamped on the right. Right side of frame bears the Smith & Wesson trademark logo followed by S&W’s manufacturer information. Major metal components are blued, with the trigger and hammer exhibiting a case color hardened finish. Frame is mounted with 2 piece S&W silver medallion checkered wood grips. CONDITION: very good, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting mild wear at the muzzle, as well as a dragline on then cylinder. Trigger and hammer retain vibrant case coloring. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips show a few scattered marks from handling and storage, but are otherwise very good overall. PROVENANCE: Marshall “Brook” Davis Collection. (23-1684/MLW). CURIO. $800-1,200.

2447. SMITH & WESSON 19-3 TEXAS RANGER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# TR5600. Bbl. 4”. Serrated ramp front sight w/ orange insert. Micrometer adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Blue finish. Case colored target hammer & trigger. Right side of bbl. marked “TEXAS RANGERS/S&W .357 MAGNUM’. Right rear of frame marked w/ “1923/1973” & Texas Ranger emblem. Smooth Goncalo Alves target grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: commemorative knife in very good condition, presentation case that shows scattered scratches & scuffs w/ key. CONDITION: all aspects rate near excellent w/ some light operational & handling wear. (23-1743/MJC). MODERN. $700-1,000.

2448. SMITH & WESSON 25-2 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 ACP. S# N379413. Bbl. 6 1/2” pinned. Patridge front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Right side of bbl. marked “45. CAL MODEL 1955”. Blued finish. Case colored target trigger & hammer. Checkered target grips w/ silver S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: presentation case w/ two bore brushes & S&W screwdriver. CONDITION: grips show light handling wear. Trigger & hammer retain most of their original case colors w/ some light operational wear. Balance of metal retains 95% original blue w/ a few specks of light oxidation, light high edge wear & light drag line on cyl. Very good plus bore. (23-2264/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

2449. SMITH & WESSON 25-2

DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 ACP. S# N759598. Bbl. 6” pinned. Patridge front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Right side of bbl. marked “45 CAL. MODEL 1955”. Blue finish. Case colored target trigger & hammer. Custom Micarta Black Kinen finger groove grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun, cleaning rod, S&W screwdriver, one half-moon clip & a set of factory target grips in very good condition w/ some handling wear. CONDITION: grips show light handling wear. Hammer & trigger retain much of their original case colors w/ some light scratches & operational wear. Balance of metal retains 92% original blue w/ some high edge wear on bbl. & drag line on cyl. Very good plus bright bore. (23-2400/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2450. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-5

DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# BAR5075. Bbl. 6” pinned. Serrated ramp front sight w/ orange insert. White outline micrometer adjustable rear sight. Blue finish. Case colored target hammer & trigger. Checkered target grips w/ silver S&W medallions. CONDITION: right grip panel has a chip at front, grips otherwise show some dings & handling wear. Hammer & trigger show some fading to gray w/ light oxidation, operational wear & strong amounts of original case colors. Balance of metal retains 93% original blue w/ some edge wear, light handling wear & a drag line on cyl. Very good plus bright bore. (23-1886/MJC). MODERN. $600-1000.

2451. SMITH & WESSON 25-5 DA REVOLVER.

Bbl. 4” pinned. Serrated ramp front sight w/ orange insert. Micrometer adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Nickel finish. Bright nickel target hammer & trigger. Smooth target grips w/ silver S&W medallions. CONDITION: grips show some chipping on bottom, flaking, dings most notably on bottom & scattered handling wear. Hammer & trigger show some light oxidation staining. Balance of metal retains much original nickel w/ a drag line on cyl. & some handling wear. Very good bore. (23-2265/MJC). MODERN. $700-1000.

2452. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-5 NICKEL REVOLVER. S# N822015. Bbl. 6”. Mfg. 1980-1982. Double action revolver built on the N Target frame w/ 3 screws. Nickel finish. 6 shot fluted cylinder Ribbed & pinned barrel. .500” checkered target hammer. .400” serrated target trigger. .125” red ramp front sight. White outline micrometer click adjustable rear sight. 10 groove serrated backstrap & front strap. Shrouded ejector. Frame, inside of left pistol grip stamped “N”. Checkered hardwood grips w/ S&W medallion. CONDITION: Finish coverage complete & consistent w/ a few very light spots of thinning & drag line on cylinder. Grips are nice though have some small chips & impressions visible under close inspection. Timing appears correct. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-3048/JZ). MODERN. $1.200-1,800.

2453. SCARCE 5” SMITH & WESSON MODEL 27-2

REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# N609169. Bbl. 5” pinned w/ Baughman sight; Micrometer adjustable rear. Mfg. 1979-1980; blued w/ recessed cyl., matching numbered checkered walnut Magna grips plus case colored target trigger & target hammer. CONDITION: near excellent overall w/ very small spot of finish loss at rear mid point of 2 cyl. notches. Near excellent bore & grips. (23-4710/NW). MODERN. $800-1,200.

2454. SMITH & WESSON 29-2

DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# N369313. Bbl. 6 1/2” pinned. Serrated ramped front sight w/ orange insert. Adjustable micrometer rear sight w/ white outline. Nickel finish. Case colored target hammer & trigger. Checkered target grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: presentation case w/ S&W screwdriver, cleaning rod & bore brush. Presentation case shows some staining & a crack in upper left corner. CONDITION: right grip panel has a light chip at rear, grips otherwise show some handling wear, light flaking varnish & some dings. Hammer & trigger retain much of their original case colors w/ some operational wear. Balance of metal retains 93% original nickel w/ a drag line on cyl., scattered light peppery oxidation & handling wear. Bright near excellent bore. (23-2285/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

2455. SMITH & WESSON MODEL

29-2 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# N483547. Bbl. 6 1/2” pinned w/ Magna style ports. Serrated ramp front sight w/ orange insert. Micrometer adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Blued finish. Case colored target hammer. Reblued target trigger. Hammer will occasionally hang up at half cock & may require attention. Target grips w/ silver S&W medallions.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: presentation case w/ cleaning rod, two bore brushes & S&W screwdriver. Exterior shows some scuffs & inside lining shows a few cracks. CONDITION: grips show some light handling wear. Hammer retains much of its original case colors w/ light operational wear. Trigger retains most of its reblue finish w/ some

95% original blue w/ a drag line on cyl. & some handling wear. Bright very good

Balance

pitting underneath.

of metal retains

plus bore. (23-2284/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

2456. VERY NICE BLUED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-3 REVOLVER. Cal.44

Mag. S# AET8413. Bbl. 6”. Mfg. 1983. Double action revolver built on 3 screw, square butt, N frame. Blued finish.

6 shot, fluted cylinder. Red ramp insert front sight. White outline micrometer click adjustable rear sight. Shrouded extractor. 10 groove serrated backstrap & front strap. .500” checkered target hammer. Serrated trigger. Checkered Walnut grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: Blue factory cardboard box #3395 w/ wax paper & literature. Extra set Pachmayr Presentation grips. CONDITION: Blued finish w/ gold infill on larger markings. Finish coverage complete & consistent w/ only faint thinning at muzzle. Grips illustrate no blemishing & retain dark, attractive finish. Timing appears spot on in all but 1 chamber, and only slightly off where normal operation would easily remedy it. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-5020/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200.

2457. SMITH & WESSON

MODEL 34-1 KIT DA

REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# M49728. Bbl. 4”. Serrated ramp front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Nickel finish. Case colored trigger & hammer. Trigger shoe present on trigger. Magna grips w/ silver S&W medallions. CONDITION: grips show some light handling wear. Trigger & hammer show some operational wear w/ light oxidation. Balance of metal shows some scratches & handling wear. Very good bore. PROVENANCE : From the Harold Prucha Collection. (23-860/MJC). MODERN. $500-750.

2458. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 35

DOUBLE ACTION

REVOLVER. Cal.

22LR. S# 63941.

Bbl. 6”. Model 35 manufactured by Smith & Wesson. The left side of the barrel is stamped “SMITH & WESSON”, with the caliber designation stamped across the right. Left side of frame exhibits the Smith & Wesson trademark logo. Major metal components exhibit a blue finish, with the hammer and trigger exhibiting a case color hardened finish. Frame is mounted with 2 piece S&W silver medallion checkered wood grips. Blade front sight with adjustable square notch rear sight. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some mild wear, as well freckling overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips show some marks from handling and storage, with a small loss on the right panel, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: Marshall “Brook” Davis Collection. (23-1680/MLW). CURIO. $800-1,200.

2459. SMITH & WESSON MODEL

35-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 22LR. S# M5636. Bbl. 5 7/8”. Model 35-1 manufactured by Smith & Wesson. Left side of barrel is stamped “SMITH & WESSON”, with the right side exhibiting the caliber designation. Smith & Wesson trademark logo on left side of frame. Major metal components exhibit a blued finish, with the hammer and trigger exhibiting a case color hardened finish. Frame is mounted with 2 piece S&W silver medallion checkered wood grips. Fixed blade front sight with adjustable square notch rear sight. Left “ear” of rear sight is bent rearward. Trigger is mounted with an Ace trigger shoe. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light wear at the muzzle, as well as a few scattered superficial marks from handling and storage. Cylinder bears a light dragline. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips show a couple marks from handling and storage, as well as some flaking to the varnish, but are otherwise very good overall. PROVENANCE: Marshall “Brook” Davis Collection. (23-1681/MLW). CURIO. $800-1,200.

2460. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 42 AIRWEIGHT DAO REVOLVER.

Cal. 38 Spcl. S# L6669. Bbl. 2” pinned. Ramped blade front sight. Fixed rear sight. DAO revolver w/ grip safety & flat latch. Blue finish. Case colored trigger. Smooth walnut grips w/ S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ manual, cleaning rod, bore brush & factory paperwork.

CONDITION: grips show some light handling wear. Trigger retains nearly all original case colors w/ light operational wear. Balance of metal retains 95% original blue w/ a drag line on cyl. & some light handling wear. Bright very good plus bore. (234956/MJC). CURIO. $700-1000.

2461. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 57 DA REVOLVER.

Cal. 41 Mag. S# N634043. Bbl. 8 3/8” pinned. Ramped serrated front sight w/ orange insert. Adjustable micrometer rear sight w/ white outline. Nickel finish. Case colored target hammer & trigger. Target grips w/ silver S&W medallions.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: presentation case w/ cleaning rod, two bore brushes & S&W screwdriver. CONDITION: grips show some light handling wear. Trigger & hammer show light operational wear but retain nearly all their original case colors. Balance

on cyl., some light oxidation specks & handling wear. Very good

of metal retains nearly all original nickel finish w/ a drag line

plus bright bore. (23-1779/MJC). MODERN. $700-1000.

latch. Case colored hammer & trigger. Checkered round butt grips w/ silver S&W medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: aftermarket black softcase. CONDITION: grips show light handling wear. Hammer & trigger show light operational wear. Balance of metal retains 95% finish w/ a drag line on cyl. & some scattered light handling wear. Very good plus bore. (23-4955/MJC). CURIO. $1500-2500.

2463. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66-2, SPECIAL BATF 50 YEAR COMMEMORATIVE 19331983 REVOLVER. 1 OF 1012 MANUFACTURED. Cal. 357 Mag. S# ABY2563. Bbl. 4”. Mfg. 1983. 1 of 1012 manufactured. A special BATF 50th year commemorative version of the Model 66-2. Stainless steel 357 Combat Magnum. 3 screw, square butt, K frame. Serrated red ramp front sight w/ white outline adjustable micrometer click rear sight. Smooth trigger. Checkered.375” semi target hammer. Non counterbored, fluted cylinder w/ “F” stamped on face. Large S&W trademark logo on left side. 10 groove serrated front strap & backstrap. Left side frame stamped; “BATF 0515” below cylinder. Right sideplate has .880” Department of the Treasury, US “Special Agent” logo. Right side of barrel marked; “1933 ATF COMMEMORATIVE 1983”. Smooth hardwood Goncalo Alves target grips w/ gold S&W medallions. 1 grip marked inside “NOV 1982”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Engraved, hardwood presentation case w/ fitted blue velour interior & Gold colored BATF badge w/ belt clip. CONDITION: Very nice condition as would be expected w/ a commemorative piece. Finish is nice and all markings clear. Grips are free of any noticeable blemishing. Cylinder & frame have very little sign of any use. Only a very light drag line on cylinder. Timing is correct. Display case exterior has a few light scratches, possibly from stacking or transport. Case interior is very nice. Gold badge is bright, appearing to have resided in the display case. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-1552/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200.

2464.

MODEL

MASSACHUSETTS STATE POLICE COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# AJB5131. Bbl. 6”. Mfg. 1985. 1 of 631 manufactured. A special Massachusetts State Police 120th Year version of the Model 586 Distinguished Combat Magnum. Blued finish. 3 screw, square butt, L target frame. Serrated red ramp front sight w/ white outline adjustable micrometer click rear sight. .0400” smooth trigger. Checkered .375” semi target hammer. 6 shot fluted cylinder. S&W Trademark logo on left side of frame. Right sideplate has 1” Massachusetts State Police 120th Year shield w/ “1865-1985”. Right side of barrel, and full length barrel lug engraved; “MASSACHUSETTS STATE POLICE / 120TH YEAR COMMEMORATIVE”. Left side of frame, below cylinder engraved “MSP 018”. All MSP engraving gold color filled. Serrated 10 grove front strap & backstrap. Smooth hardwood grips w/ S&W medallions, marked “SEP 1982” inside right side.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Hardwood display box engraved on exterior w/ 120 year anniversary MSP Crest & brass tag. Blue fitted velour interior w/ MSP patch. CONDITION: Finish is complete & consistent w/ very little sign or use. Barrel finish has a dark cherry hue while remainder of blued exterior is much darker. Very fine drag line on cylinder. Timing is correct. Display case exterior has some light scratches & impressions, possibly from stacking or transport. Case interior is very nice, though top section glue is starting to fail. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-1551/JZ). MODERN. $750-1,000.

2465. SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER 629-6 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# CXY0310. Bbl. 2 1/2”. Ramped blade front sight w/ orange insert. Adjustable rear sight w/ white outline. Unfluted 6 shot cyl. Internal lock present behind cyl. latch. Stainless finish. Checkered finger groove walnut grips. CONDITION: all aspects rate very good plus or better w/ moderate drag line on cyl. & some light handling wear. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-4574/MJC). MODERN. $800-1200.

2466. SMITH & WESSON 3” MODEL 629-1 REVOLVER. S# BBE3985. Bbl. 3”. Mfg. 1988-1989. Double action revolver built on the stainless steel square butt N frame. 6 shot fluted cylinder. 10 groove serrated backstrap & front strap. .400 checkered hammer Smooth trigger. Red ramp insert front sight. White outline micrometer click adjustable rear sight. Black rubber wrap around Pachmayr Presentation grips. CONDITION: Finish complete & consistent w/ very little staining. Timing correct in 5 of the 6 chambers w/ the 6th only slightly out of time, easily remedied w/ normal use. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-4787/JZ). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

SMITH & WESSON

586 120TH YEAR

2467. VERY NICE STAINLESS STEEL SMITH & WESSON MODEL

686-3 REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag.

S# BJB8605. Bbl. 6”. Mfg. 1992. Stainless steel, double action revolver built on the square butt L Frame w/ 3 screws. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Full lug, ejector shroud. 10 groove serrated front strap & backstrap. .375” checkered hammer & smooth trigger. Red ramp insert front sight w/ white outline micrometer click adjustable rear sight. Checkered hardwood grips w/ S&W medallions. CONDITION: All aspects indicate very little use. Very little carbon staining on frame & cylinder w/ only fine drag line. No visible damage on grips. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Timing appears correct. (23-4930/JZ). MODERN. $500-700.

2468. EXTREMELY SCARCE SMITH & WESSON 32

SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL CHAMBERED IN .32

AUTO. Cal. 32 Auto. S# 509. Bbl. 3 1/2”. 1 of only 957 Model 1913 pistols manufactured by Smith & Wesson chambered in the .32 Auto cartridge. The left side of the barrel is stamped “SMITH & WESSON”, with the right side bearing the caliber designation “32 AUTO. CTG”, and with Smith & Wesson’s 2 line address across the top. Left side of frame bears the Smith & Wesson trademark logo, with “MADE IN U.S.A.” on the right. Front grip strap is stamped with the 3 digit serial number “509”. Metal components exhibit a blued finish, with the frame being mounted with 2 piece Smith & Wesson silver medallion smooth wood grips. Matching numbers are present on the frame, barrel, as well as on the interior of the grips. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting moderate wear on the left side of the slide, some scattered spots of mild wear, as well as some scattered spots of mild surface oxidation overall, with more moderate surface oxidation on the grip straps. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips show some mild superficial marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. A nice example of an extremely scarce Smith & Wesson 32 semi-automatic pistol. (23-2656/MLW). CURIO.

2469. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41 SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# A653347. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Ramped blade front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Thumb rest checkered walnut grips. MAGS: 4-10 rd. factory in fair to very good condition w/ one showing scattered oxidation. CONDITION: right grip panel shows a shallow chip at bottom, grips otherwise show some scattered handling wear. Metal retains 95% original blue w/ some high edge wear, light fading & handling wear. Near excellent bright bore. (23-1761/ MJC). MODERN. $700-1000.

$2,000-3,000.

2470. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41

SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# A678356. Bbl. 5 1/2” Clark match replacement. Clark bbl. has Picatinny style rail w/o sights. Thumb rest walnut grips. MAGS: none present. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original S&W 5 1/2” bbl. w/ adjustable rear sight & blade front sight in very good plus condition. Also included are a blue factory box matching numbered to the gun & paperwork. CONDITION: grips show some handling wear. Metal retains 93% original blue w/ some fading on the edges & scattered light oxidation. Very good bore. (23-2122/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1500.

2471. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 4566

NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE POLICE 60TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE PISTOL. Cal. 45ACP. S# VJP5741. Bbl.4.25”. Mfg. 1997. Satin stainless frame & slide. Serrated slide w/ dovetailed 3 dot sights. Ambidextrous decocker. Black plastic wraparound checkered grips w/ NH State Police shield on both sides. Serrated front strap. Right side of slide marked; “NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE POLICE / 1937-1997”. Right side of frame, forward of trigger marked “60th ANNIVERSARY” & w/ NHSP badge above trigger. Checkered trigger guard front. MAGS: 2 factory 8 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Hardwood display case engraved w/ NH State Police badge & “60th ANNIVERSARY 1937-1997” on top, lined w/ fitted green velvet interior. CONDITION: All aspects indicate as new. Finish is complete & consistent w/ no degradation. Display box illustrates some light scratching & corner rounding, possibly from stacking in storage or transport. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling. (23-1553/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200.

2472. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1006

SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 10mm Auto. S# TEV3448. Bbl. 5”. White dot sights. Ambidextrous serrated safety/decocker. Stainless finish. S&W checkered rubber grips. MAGS: 5-10 rd. factory stainless. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ cleaning rod & two bore brushes. CONDITION: all aspects rate very good plus or better w/ some handling wear & light scratches. (23-1731/MJC). MODERN. $800-1200.

2473. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1911PD PISTOL. Cal. 45. S# JRF3864. Bbl. 4.25”. Mfg.2005. Alloy frame Model 1911 pistol. Matte black finish. Front & rear serrated slide. Novak 3-dot sights. Full length guide rod. Adjustable, lightweight trigger. Serrated hammer spur. Enlarged, beavertail backstrap safety, Extended, left side thumb safety, slide release & mag release. Serrated front strap. Checkered backstrap. Checkered brown wooden, double diamond grips., MAGS: 1 S&W 8rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Blue plastic S&W non-matching case. CONDITION: All aspects indicate very little use. Finish coverage complete & consistent w/ little sign of use. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-4680/JZ). MODERN. $700-900.

2474. BEAUTIFUL KORTH SUPER SPORT 357 REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# NH0067. Bbl.6”. Nighthawk Custom Super Sport double action competition revolver. Matte black finish. Multiple mounting options including a 4” rail on top of action as well as on left & right side of barrel. 6 shot, matching numbered, fluted cylinder. High speed hammer w/ serrated spur. Smooth trigger. Protected blade, 4 position multi distance, elevation adjustable front sight. Windage adjustable rear target sight. Barrel housing with Picatinny Rails and changeable barrel weights. Currently sporting Trijicon RM07 red dot sight. Smooth front strap & backstrap. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Additional 7” weight bar w/ integral muzzle brake. Nighthawk Custom branded hard transport case. Original Trijicon RMR hard case. CONDITION: Finish coverage is complete & consistent. Very little indication of prior use. A drag line hasn’t even developed on cylinder yet. Trigger is extremely smooth. Trijicon RMR sight appears to function correctly and retains clear glass. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling. (23-2399/JZ). MODERN.

2475. DAN WESSON MODEL 41 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Mag. S# B001320. Bbl. 6” VR. Ramped serrated front sight w/ red insert. Adjustable rear sight. Blue finish. Hogue rubber finger groove grips. CONDITION: Grips show light handling wear. Metal retains 95% original blue w/ a drag line on cyl., some scattered light scratches & operational wear. Very good plus bore. (23-4919/MJC). MODERN. $900-1400.

2476. DAN WESSON MODEL 44 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Mag. S# B002873. Bbl. 6” VR. Serrated blade front sight w/ red insert. Adjustable rear sight. Blue finish. Hogue finger groove grips. CONDITION: grips show scattered handling wear & dust staining. Metal retains 95% original blue w/ a drag line on cyl. & some scattered edge wear. Bright very good plus bore. (23-4920/MJC). MODERN. $900-1200.

2477. DAN WESSON MODEL 715 DA REVOLVER.

S#S005163. Bbl. 8” VR. Serrated ramp blade front sight w/ red insert. Adjustable rear sight. Stainless finish. Checkered hardwood grips w/ gold Dan Wesson medallions. CONDITION: grips show scattered handling marks & some light scratches. Metal has a drag line on cyl., a few specks of light oxidation & some handling wear. Very good bright bore. (23-4921/MJC). MODERN. $800-1200.

2478. FREEDOM ARMS MODEL 83 PREMIER GRADE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 454 Casull. S# D20731. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Ramped serrated blade front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Unfluted 5-shot cyl. Stainless finish. Laminated wood grips. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-4487/MJC). MODERN. $1750-2500.

2479. GOLD PLATED & ENGRAVED MANUEL ESCODIN 1924 DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W Long. S# 185A. Bbl. 4”. Round blade front sight. Fixed rear sight. Spanish made revolver w/ left side of frame having Spanish proofs. Cyl. latch is a bit loose & may require attention to tighten. Gold plated finish w/ factory scroll & floral engraving. Mother of pearl style grips. CONDITION: grips show some scratches & handling wear. Metal is mostly worn to silver w/ scattered strong traces of gold plating. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas

2480. GOLD PLATED & ENGRAVED MANUEL

ESCODIN 1924 DA

REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W Long. S# M-22149. Bbl. 4”. Round blade front sight. Fixed rear sight. Spanish mfg. revolver w/ Spanish proofs on left side of frame. Gold plated finish w/ factory scroll & floral engraving. Mother of Pearl style grips. CONDITION: grips show a few cracks & some handling wear. Metal retains a high degree of gold plating w/ some scattered flaking most notably on the grip straps & some light oxidation. Very good bore. Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas

2481. TRAIL GUNS ARMORY / PEDERSOLI KODIAK MK IV DOUBLE RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# C5494 (AU = 1989). Brown finished 24” bbls. w/ ramp mounted bead front sight & 2 flip up rear sights. Case colored sidelock hammer action w/ rebounding hammers, dbl. triggers & extractors. Checkered splinter forearm w/ Anson release. Rnd. knob pistol grip cheekpiece stock w/ sling stud. LOP: 14 1/8” to red pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown cloth hard case w/ leather trim & green cloth partitioned interior. Includes 4 rounds of 45-70, sling, warranty card, key & extra firing pins. CONDITION: very good brown bbl. finish having large spot of strike marks along w/ scattered light handling marks. Very good case colors w/ varnish peeling. Near excellent forearm finish. Very good buttstock finish w/ light handling marks & buttpad area having noticeably lighter tone finish. Near excellent bores. Very good case w/ interior cloth showing deterioration, fraying on leather trim, patina on locks & handle hinges. PROVENANCE: From the estate collection of Thomas J. Mulligan. (23-2223/MD). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

mounts. Top of bbls. have R. Habermayr of Straubing (Bavaria, Germany) retailer proofs. Water table has pre War Suhl, Germany May 1935 & May 1937 proofs. Gray Dural Blitz style action w/ Greener style safety, side clips, cocking indicators, dbl. triggers, extractors & top tang bbl. selector. Checkered walnut forearm w/ matching numbered Deeley release. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock w/ left side cheekpiece, horn grip cap & toeline swivel. LOP: 13 3/8” to Greifelt horn buttplate. WEIGHT w/ scope: 7.14 LBS. CONDITION: bbls. have very good blue finish w/ pinprick patina, light marks & wear around muzzle. Good gray finish mixing w/ patina & having light marks. Forearm iron & triggerguard plate has faded blue to gray patina. Wood has worn appearance w/ flattened checkering, numerous impressions, scratches & marks. Buttstock has large & sm. cracks throughout. Fair buttplate w/ holes & chipped at toe. Shiny bores w/ sm. dents in shotgun bores. Scope has very good finish w/ clear, serviceable optics. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1655/MD). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.

2483. JP SAUER MODEL 24 SIDELOCK SIDE COCKING DRILLING. Cal. 16 Ga., 2 1/2”/9.3 x 72R. .358 groove diameter. S# 132290. The 26” barrels are fitted with full length matted rib with flip up rear and silver bead front sights. Maker’s name and address is on the top of each barrel. Barrel flats are stamped with Imperial German “B” & “U” proofs and caveman logos. S# is on bottom barrel. Coin finished top lever sidelock action features nonautomatic safety, dolls head extension, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, bushed shotgun strikers and double triggers (none are set). Rifle barrel with cocking lever on left side is fired by rear trigger. Action is engraved with sprays of scroll within line and small scroll borders. Maker’s name is on each lockplate. S# is on blued trigger guard tang. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of lightly figured and marbled European walnut measures 14” over black Decelerator pad. Stock features right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering and sling loops. Matching splinter forend has Deeley release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .673. R .664. Restriction: L .030 (Full). R .010 (IC). Wall thickness: L .026. R .027. STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 8 oz. CONDITION: good as refinished. Barrels retaining nearly all rust re-blue. Engraving softened, action cleaned to coin finish over some light pitting. Stocks with oil refinish; sharp edges rounded with some fairly deep marks along toeline, minor scratches elsewhere. Shotgun bores are shiny with some scattered light pitting. Rifle bore is good to fine, strong sharp rifling, light pitting toward breech end. After shooting rifle barrel, left shotgun barrel will not fire until rifle cocking lever is partially depressed. Action is tight. (23-1263/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.

Receiver has semi relief engraving of wood scenes featuring Elk & doe on left side, 2 boars on right side w/ corresponding quails. Action is highlighted w/ floral & scroll engraving that extends to the bolsters & triggerguard bow. Walnut forearm w/ matching numbered Deeley release. Pistol grip walnut stock w/ striking burl figure, scalloped grip cap, swivel & cartridge trap. LOP: 13 1/4” to black composite buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/4”. CAST: slight cast in. MEASUREMENTS: Bore Diameter: R- .656, .656. L - Choke Constriction: R - .019, L - .019. WEIGHT: 7.47 LBS. CONDITION: very good bbl. blue showing light marks & pinprick patina. Bright finish action w/ verdigris on cocking indicators, white paint spots, & epoxy filler. Wood has been sanded, gloss finished, & recheckered having a very good appearance. Cartridge trap installed w/ white paint spots & epoxy filler. Bright shiny bores w/ scattered sm. dents on shotgun bores, light fouling around choke areas, & strong rifling. (23-2155/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

wrist & black composite grip cap. LOP: 13 1/2” to replacement ill fitting Winchester red pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2”. CAST: slight cast on. WEIGHT: 7.37 LBS. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 A-ZOOM snap caps. CONDITION: very good over 90% blue w/ cleaned pitting & patina at muzzle along w/ scattered peppery patina. Very good gray finish w/ light wear. Sanded & refinished wood giving a reddish tone w/ refreshened checkering, sm. cracks, sm. handling marks & some flattened diamonds. Pad has Winchester logo removed. Very good bright shiny bores. (23-2150/MD). MODERN. $2,000-3,500

2486. GERMAN 1920’S UNDERLEVER O/U COMBINATION GUN RETAILED BY JOHANN PETERLONGO. Cal. 16 Ga. (410 Subguage) over 6.3x58R. S# 5633 (4.26 = April 1926). The 26 7/8” bbls. w/ top matted rib having blade front sight, pop up rear sight & added claw mounts; front claw mount partially obliterated retailer marking “JOH PETERL”. Bbl. water table has April 1926 & August 1928 German Nitro proofs. Underlever action w/ Greener style safety, dbl. set triggers, extractors, & cocking indicators. Walnut forearm & pistol grip stock w/ scalloped horn grip cap, sling eye on toeline & left side cheekpiece. Forearm has Deeley release. LOP: 13 14/” to buttplate. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 1/2. CAST: slight cast out. WEIGHT: 6.47 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Briley Top bore .418 sub gauge choke tube. Unmarked green cloth luggage case w/ green felt partitioned interior. CONDITION: bbls. have very good refreshened finish w/ light marks on rib around mounts. Receiver has faded to gray w/ spots of patina. Wood has been refreshened w/ gloss finish & recut checkering. Buttplate appears horn w/ marks & one “worm” hole. Bright shiny bores w/ rifle having strong rifling & light frosting in the grooves. Case in very good condition w/ light marks. (23-2131/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

on right side. Scenes are highlighted w/ scroll & geometric pattern engraving that extends to top lever, trigger guard bow & forearm iron. Action features cocking indicators, Greener style safety, crossbolt third fastener, dbl. triggers, extractors & top tang bbl. selector. Checkered walnut forearm w/ matching numbered Deeley release & scalloped insides. Rnd. knob pistol grip checkered walnut stock w/ swivel on toeline. LOP: 14 3/8”. WEIGHT w/ scope: 7.9 lbs. CONDITION: very good original blue w/ scattered wear, marks & pinprick patina. Action has very good gray finish w/ couple spots of cleaned oxidation. Very good original wood finish w/ large area of wear on right side buttstock & scattered marks & sm. gouges. Very good shiny bores w/ light fouling near chokes. Scope has near excellent finish w/ clear & serviceable optics. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1639/MD). MODERN.

the action. Gray finished boxlock action w/ Greener style safety, crossbolt third fastened, cocking indicators, dbl. triggers, extractors & top tang bbl. selector. Receiver has semi relief floral scroll engraving that extends to bolsters, breech section of shot bbls., forearm iron & cartridge trap cover. Floorplate has trademark “Herold / Einstr, SCHUTZMAKER / SIMSON JAGER VERSCHLUSS / JAGER’S PATENT”. Blued triggerguard. Schnabel tipped checkered walnut forearm w/ matching numbered Deeley release. Checkered pistol grip walnut stock w/ left side shadowline extended cheekpiece, sling swivel on toeline, horn grip cap & 4 cartridge trap on toeline. LOP: shortened to 13 1/4” to White Line ventilated recoil pad. DAC: 1 1/2”. DAH: 2 7/8”. MEASUREMENTS: Bore diameter: L - .655, R-.655. Choke Constriction: L - .23, R- .07. WEIGHT: 7.11 LBS. CONDITION: bbls. have been refinished w/ prior marks & pitting throughout along w/ muzzle wear, varnish over spray & pinprick patina. Receiver has gray appearance w/ patina & spots of light pitting. Left side underside rib shows separation at muzzle. Wood has been lightly sanded, refinished & refreshed the checkering. Wood has good appearance w/ light marks & prior sm. gouges. Fair horn grip cap. Fair shotgun & rifle bores w/ pitting, scratches & sm. dents. Action appears tight on face. (23-2157/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

2489. VALMET MODEL 412S O/U SHOOTING SYSTEM COMBINATION GUN WITH EXTRA DOUBLE RIFLE & DOUBEL SHOTGUN BARRELS. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. / 30-06. S# 209757. Barrel Set #1: 23” w/ VR, blade front & flip up rear sight. Full choke. Barrel set #2 (cal. 30-06 / 30-06): VR 23 5/8” bbls. w/ open sights. Leupold M8 4x scope w/ crosshair dot reticle on QD mt. Barrel set #3 (Cal. 12 Ga, 3” / 12 Ga., 3”): VR 30” bbls. w/ bright beads. Full chokes. Blued Monobloc action w/ dbl. triggers, extractors & cocking indicators. Field style forearm & pistol grip Monte Carlo stock w/ sling stud. LOP: 13 7/8” to Valmet black ventilated pad.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 sets of extra bbls. as described above. CONDITION: Very good to near excellent blue on all bbl. sets w/ some scattered spots of peppery oxidation. Very good blue on receiver w/ light marks & fading to silver on left side of action & trigger guard bow. Wood has had some areas lightly sanded & refinished showing scattered varnish buildup along w/ areas of fading finish. Bright shotgun bores w/ light fouling & very good rifle bores. (23-1096/MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,600.

23 3/4” demi-bloc barrels are fitted with full length matted rib. Center portion is cut away leaving quarter rib and front ramp. Rear portion is fitted with folding leaf “U” notch rear sight and claw scope bases. Front ramp holds gold bead. Central portion of rib is engraved “LUDWIG BROVNIK-MADE IN AUSTRIA”. Bottoms of Bohler

Rasant barrels are stamped with Ferlach proofs for 20 Ga., 3” chambers and 7x57R rifle cartridge. A sling loop is soldered to bottom barrel. Case hardened scallop back blitz O/U double Kirsten action is fitted with non-automatic safety and double triggers (front set). Action is engraved with near full coverage varying size shaded scroll. Blued top lever and trigger guard are also scroll engraved. Steel capped pistol grip buttstock of well marbled and nicely fiddle figured European walnut measures 13 3/4” over steel buttplate. Stock features English style shadow line right hand cheekpiece, chin strap transition to grip, point pattern checkering and sling loop on toeline. Steel grip cap is engraved “J.H. BLATZ LYME, NH.” Matching slim one piece forend has Deeley release. Gun is fitted with Zeiss Diavari-Z 1.5-6X rail scope with duplex reticle in claw mounts. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: Top .618. Restriction: Top .026 (Full). Wall thickness: Top .027. STOCK: DAH: 1 15/16”. DAC: 1 3/8”. CAST: about 1/4” off. LOP: 13 3/4”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 6 oz. (without scope). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black painted aluminum case lined in black foam has cut outs for action, barrels and scope and it contains: a custom made ghost ring aperture sight that fits rear claw base, carrying strap, snap caps and a film canister containing spare main springs, top lever spring, strikers with springs and two front sights. CONDITION: very fine retaining about 90% original finish on metal and wood. Action showing some silvering from hand wear. Wood with oil added as maintenance with some scattered marks. Checkering shows areas of re-cutting. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Mechanically good. Scope has marks and scuffs on exterior lacquer, optically clear. Case is good. (23-4845/MGM). MODERN. $5,000-8,000.

2492. NICELY RESTORED ORNATE EARLY 1700’S VIENNA STYLE FLINTLOCK FOWLER. NSN. The 39” twist octagon to round barrel is inlaid with flush silver wire in the form of scroll and geometric patterns. A large crowned platinum poincon at breech end is marked “ROCH” “US” “SUHL” “DUT” (?) . A second mark is of a trotting horse (maker not found). Barrel tang with scroll engraving is marked “2”. Chamfered lock with serpentine cock has inset faceted pan, unbridled friction frizzen, feather spring has large scrolled finial. Lockplate and face of cock are very finely relief engraved with scenes of horse and rider, pipe playing pan, along with helmets and arms. Half stock of crotch figured European walnut attaches to barrel with slip on gilded brass collar in Viennese manner. Mouldings are around lock, sideplate, barrel channel and other gilded brass fittings. Raised carved scroll is around trigger guard tang and at juncture of grip and butt. A deep moulding runs along toeline. All fittings are of very fancy relief cast brass that has been gold plated. These decorations are in the form of human and animal figures surrounded by acanthus scroll. Hickory ramrod with brass tip mounts through single brass pipe soldered to bottom of barrel with another smaller pipe mounted in stock with matching thimble. CONDITION: fine as attractively restored. Barrel retaining over 90% brown finish with excellent definition to pattern. Lock is cleaned to silver gray. Stock has French polish refinish over many old marks and has some subsequent scratches. Brass furniture has been re-gilded and is quite bright. Bore is fairly shiny but shows some pitting. Lock is good. (01-23959/MGM). ANTIQUE. $4,500-6,500.

2493. SUPERB ORIGINAL CONDITION DOUBLE FLINT SHOTGUN BY SIMON JOURJON CA

1725.

EX. W. KEITH NEAL

COLLECTION.

Cal.

20 Ga. NSN. The 42” blued barrels transition from octagonal at breeches to ovate extending to front sight band, then round to muzzles. Breech ends are gold inlaid with scrolled acanthus and geometric elements. Bright polished breech iron is engraved with snowflakes and some scroll. Locks, with slightly arched plates and rebated tails are fitted with integral faceted pans, unbridled friction frizzens and feather springs with spear finials. Lock plates have filed in ovolo mouldings on bevels, rebated tails are engraved with scene of stags and hounds on one lock and wild boar on the other. Serpentine cocks are engraved with scroll emanating from the mouths of relief carved dragons. Relief carved dolphins form frizzen stops. “Simon Jourjon” (working in St. Etienne 1700-68) is on each lockplate. Internal inspection reveals bridled tumblers and maker’s mark “M” cross and orb “G”. Full length stock of nicely marbled European walnut is iron mounted. Wide buttplate has very long top spur beautifully relief engraved with sprays of acanthus and intertwined dragons. Trigger guard with acanthus leaves on relief finial has more relief engraved acanthus on bow. Stock is nicely relief carved with tendrils of acanthus behind barrel tang and either end of trigger guard finials. Stock attaches to barrels with three pierced iron bands with engraved detail to geometric and foliate piercings. A W. Keith Neal Collection medal # “G382” and Bonham’s Auction tag are tied to trigger guard. CONDTION: exceptionally fine. Barrels retaining nearly all their original blue with some scattered freckling. All iron parts retain most of their original bright polish with darkening and cleaning evident on buttplate and barrel bands. Trigger guard tang is also darkened. Stock retains over 90% original oil finish with a fair scattering of marks and dings most notably a 1 1/2” area heavily dented on right side of butt toward toe. Bores are bright and shiny with some light pitting toward muzzles, mechanically crisp. A beautiful early flintlock. (01-21978/MGM). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

2494. SUPERB QUALITY O/U SWIVEL BREECH FLINTLOCK GUN BY ALLEVIN OF PARIS EX. WILLIAM KEITH NEAL COLLECTION. Cal. 20 Bore. S# NSN. Most likely made by Jean Babtiste Claude Allevin who was working in Paris between 1750-96, who was presumably the son of Tristan who died in 1747. This attractive gun has 331/4” rotating barrel set with barrels being octagonal at breech ends and transitioning to 16 sided toward muzzles. Top flats of barrels are gold inlaid with acanthus scroll surrounding “Allevin Paris”. Breech ends are also fitted with front portions of locks with integral faceted pans, unbridled friction frizzens and feather springs with bulbous finials. Serpentine cock is on rear portion of lock which has heavy faceted plate with rebated tail. Maker’s name and address are on plate behind cock. Barrels rotate and are indexed in place with release mechanism actuated by squeezing front portion of trigger guard bow. Roman nose buttstock of fiddle figured European walnut is iron mounted and comb is fitted with tacked on leather pad. Relief carved finial of steel trigger guard has been cut to accommodate pad. All furniture is very nicely carved and engraved with vignettes of game animals. Barrel set has inset wooden sides which are pinned to barrels with side bolts. One side holds green heart ramrod with horn tip which mounts through two beaded steel pipes and matching thimble. CONDITION: good. Most metal parts show light cleaning to silver gray patina with many minor splotches and light pitting scattered on barrels. Stocks exhibit a very old oil finish with numerous light marks with considerable softening of raised carving and drop points. Bores appear to be good although dusty. Mechanically good. Finial of one feather spring missing. With original W. Keith Neal Collection tag attached (G100). (01-21987/MGM).

2495.

CENTURY COMPOSITE FOWLER OR MUSKET. Cal. 67. NSN. Bbl. 48 1/2”. This gun appears to be a composite of unrelated parts brought together by an amateur gunsmith to create an unsophisticated weapon useful for self-defense or putting dinner on the table. Octagon to round barrel with a brass, bladed front sight. Early unsigned lock with faceted iron pan. Brass trigger guard with trefoil finial. Brass butt plate, wrist escutcheon, side plate, entry thimble, ramrod thimbles, and nose cap. Attractive figured maple stock. Replaced ramrod. CONDITION: barrel has a dark patina. Lock has a medium gray patina. It holds both full & half cock but could use some adjustment. Brass has a deep mustard patina. The trigger guard tang has a repair 3” up from the end. Stock has a 9” crack in the butt, a 3” in front of the lock plate, and some losses at the barrel channel. Fair bore. (0124059/BF). $1,200-1,800.

2496. PERCUSSION PEPPERBOX BY C&H EGG OF LONDON. Cal. 36. S# NSN. The six shot 3 1/4” barrel group is stamped with London proofs and is otherwise unmarked. Boxlock type frame with percussion hammer having stylized dolphin head is scroll engraved surrounding “C&H EGG” “1 PICCADILLY”

“LONDON” (Charles & Henry working 1838-50) on left side. Walnut grip with closely space square checkering has steel cap with trap and vacant silver oval at top. CONDITION: fair to good. Metal cleaned to silver gray with considerable pitting which obscures engraving on right side. Wood of grip is good with considerable wear. Safety slide is missing, otherwise mechanically good. Bores are fairly shiny. (01-24213/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,500.

18th

2497. W. & J. RIGBY DOUBLE PERCUSSION SHOTGUN WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES. Cal. 14 bore. S# 8252 (CA 1840). John Rigby was the first in Great Britian to make true Damascus barrels and their product was usually given an etched finish enhanced by bright polish. The 30” barrels on this gun exhibit that quality and are engraved “Wm & Jn Rigby Dublin” on slightly raised game rib. Patent breeches are inlaid with platinum lines and are fitted with vented platinum blow outs. Breech iron is semi-relief engraved with well done interwoven scroll. Back spring locks with round faced hammers having dolphin heads are engraved with matching scroll. Maker’s name is in ribbon on each lockplate. Trigger plate has very stylized pineapple finial. Trigger guard is engraved with Spaniel flushing a partridge on bow, S# is on tang which has Celtic knot engraving. Stock of very finely marbled, stump figured European walnut measures 14 7/8” over steel buttplate with long scroll engraved top tang. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip. Stock attaches to barrels with captive sidebolt through oval silver escutcheons. Greenheart ramrod with brass head and tail (worm under tail) mounts through two beaded pipes and thimble which matches trigger plate. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 1/8”. DAC: 1 1/2”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 7/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 8 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in its original mahogany case with inlet brass corners. A circular “D” ring handle with central medallion is on top. Case has dual pivoting hook and key lock closure (gun S# is stamped in wood to left of lock). Case is lined in green cloth and has paper Rigby label in lid. Bottom compartment contains fluted copper bodied powder flask by Hawksley, leather shot flask by Dixon, dusting brush, powder measure, brass capper by Sykes, ebony handled turn screw, ebony handled nipple jag, large and small oil bottles by Dixon, a wad punch marked “14” and a tin for Rigby’s improved copper caps containing mop, Turks head and spare lock screws. CONDITION: very good as lightly refinished. Barrels with cleaning to bright polish, traces of case hardening color remain on breech and lockplates. Trigger guard shows slight traces of blue but it and buttplate are mostly silver gray. Stock shows light oil refinish with subsequent marks, checkering cleaned up. Bores are shiny with frosting evident toward muzzles, three position locks are fine. Case exterior shows varnish refinish with some light marks. Cloth in lid replaced, label reinstalled. Bottom compartment is fine with solid partitions, accessories are fine. (01-22002/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,500.

2498. GOOD JOHN MANTON PERCUSSION

DOUBLE SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES. Cal. 13 bore. S# 11880 (CA 1840). The 30” twist barrels are engraved “John Manton & Son Dover Street London” on slightly raised wide game rib. Bottoms of barrels are stamped with London proofs and “J.M.”. Breeches, with vented platinum blow outs, have some scroll engraving on sides as well as on rib extension. Breech iron is engraved with near full coverage well cut scroll and a sleeping bunny. Front spring locks with round bodied serpentine hammers are engraved with more matching scroll and game birds. Each plate is engraved “John Manton & Son, Patent”. Trigger plate has fancy pineapple type finial, trigger guard is engraved with pointing pointer on bow, game birds and S# on tang. Stock of attractive fiddle figured and well marbled European walnut measures 14 1/2” over steel buttplate with long top tang engraved with spaniel chasing a pheasant. Stock has point pattern checkering at grip and forend. A vacant silver oval is at top of grip. Stock attaches to barrels with captive sidebolt through oval silver escutcheons. Ebony ramrod with brass tip and tail (worm under tail) mounts through two plain pipes and pineapple thimble. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 1 3/4”. DAC: 1 7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/2”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 6 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: gun is housed in what appears to be its original quilt figured mahogany case with dual hook and key lock closure. A circular “D” ring handle is on lid. Case is lined in green cloth and has John Manton label is in top as used after 1840. Bottom compartment fits gun perfectly and contains a good array of correct vintage accessories including spare ramrod, copper bodied powder flask by Sykes, unmarked leather shot flask, two piece brass and cocobolo cleaning rod, brass and ebony powder measure, ebony handled nipple wrench, and small turn screw stamped “D. Oyly”. A removable compartment with

sliding cover at right contains a bag of wads, mop, jags, Turks head and spare main springs. A circular wad in bottom is inscribed with what appears to be this guns S#. CONDITION: good. Barrels retaining most of their original brown with good definition to pattern. Other metal parts retain traces of their original finish but are mostly gray-brown. Stock retains most of its varnish finish with a large number of small marks and dings. Bores are shiny, lightly frosted throughout. Locks are fine. Exterior of case is very fine retaining what appears to be most of its original varnish finish. Interior cloth is very good to fine with some rubs and soiling. Label is lightly foxed and soiled. Accessories are generally good. (01-21930/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,500.

2-3/4”. S# 10330 (1879). The 28” sleeved barrels are marked “J. Purdey & Sons 314 1/2 Oxford St. London” on narrow game rib. Barrel flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs and 1973 London nitro re-proofs for 2-1/2” chambers and “SLEEVED”. Case hardened top lever bar in wood Purdey action is fitted with front spring locks with round bodied serpentine rebounding hammers. Action and locks are engraved with near full coverage classic Purdey style miniscule shaded scroll with rose bouquet highlights as most likely done by head engraver James Lucas. “J. Purdey & Sons” is on each lockplate and top lever is engraved “Patent”. S# is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock is made from a truly exceptional piece of burl figured European walnut and measures 14-5/8” over black “Decelerator” pad. Stock also features drop points, point pattern grip checkering and a vacant silver oval. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. Iron is stamped with unknown actioner’s mark, a six pointed star. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .729. R .729. Restriction: L .014 (Mod). R .011 (Lt. Mod). Wall thickness: L .030. R .036. STOCK: DAH: 2-1/16”. DAC: 1-7/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-5/8”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 12 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Sleeved barrels retain nearly all of a good quality re-black. Action and locks retain nearly all of a re-color that is a good approximation of original type. Buttstock heavily refinished with softening to sharp edges, checkering haphazardly re-cut, pad is relatively new. Renewed forend wood matches fairly well, checkering good with little wear. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight. Wood shows epoxy repairs at bottom front of right lock and behind hinge area which is not unusual for bar in wood guns. Locks are good. Right hammer most likely a replacement. (01-23910/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

2500. HIGH CONDITION WESTLEY RICHARDS

CRAB JOINT PINFIRE DOUBLE SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., Pinfire. S# a3743. The 30” damascus barrels are engraved with Westley Richards name and London address along with patent date for dolls head extension on concave game rib. Bottoms of barrels are stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs and S#’s. Bar in wood action fitted with Westley Richards famous sliding top fastener has island type front spring locks with non rebounding flat bodied serpentine hammers having dolphin heads. Top lever is engraved “WESTLEY RICHARDS” “PATENT” and maker’s name is on each lockplate. Action and locks are engraved with 60% coverage exceptionally well cut shaded scroll. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow has S# on tang. Well marbled and stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14 1/8” over blued steel buttplate with scroll engraving on short top tang. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver rectangle is on toeline. Matching crab knuckle joint forend with shaped horn tip attaches to barrel with captive side bolt through oval silver escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: STOCK: DAH: 2 7/8”. DAC: 1 11/16”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14 1/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb. 5 oz. CONDITION: very fine, but gun is very dirty and would profit from a careful cleaning. It appears that metal retains 70% original finish with considerable darkening due to grime, darkened oil and light rusting. Stocks retain nearly all their original finish; there is a small chip of wood missing from left side action area of crab joint. A good amount of original blue remains on buttplate and trigger guard. Bores are bright and shiny but with some very light pitting at breech end of right barrel. Mechanically fine. (01-24207/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

2499. LONDON REFURBISHED JAMES PURDEY BAR IN WOOD HAMMER GUN. Cal. 12 Ga.

Action and locks are engraved with near full coverage well cut small scroll within scroll and feather borders. Maker’s name is on each lockplate and water table is stamped “HIGHEST” (referring to quality). Trigger guard with scroll on bow has serial number on tang. Newly made straight grip buttstock of plain European walnut measures 14 1/4” over “Silver” type pad and features drop points and point pattern grip checkering. Splinter forend with original wood has Anson release. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: R .731” L .731”. Recess: R. 030”. L .040”. Restriction: R .005”, L .002”. Min. Wall Thickness: R .022” overall (.020” in recess), L .025” overall (.015” at top of recess). STOCK: DAH: 2 1/2”. DAC: 1 1/2”. LOP: 14 1/4”. CAST: neutral. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: good as refurbished. Bbls. retaining nearly all of a reblue over pitting and Damascus pattern. Action cleaned to silver gray. New buttstock retains nearly all of its original oil finish. Forend refinished to match with checkering recut. Bores are bright but show general polishing overall with remnants of pitting visible throughout. Action is tight. Locks are good. Right hammer is loose on tumbler. (01-21626/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,600.

scattered oxidation & traces of original finish. Good bright bores w/ a few spots of pitting. (01-24203/MJC). ANTIQUE. $500-900.

with three finger spurs. Action and lock are engraved with sprays of scroll within small scroll borders. “Staehle” and “WIEN” (Albert Staehle is known to have been working in Vienna in the late 1860’s) are at rear of lockplate. Buttstock of somewhat fiddle figured European walnut measures 13” over steel buttplate engraved with scroll and S#. Stock features right hand swept cheekpiece, point pattern checkering and sling loop on flattened toeline. Two piece forend extends to muzzle with schnabled horn tip. Rear portion of forend is attached to action so barrel lifts out in early German style. Front and rear forend pieces are separated by German silver plates and attach to barrel with captive sidebolts through oval steel escutcheons. CONDITION: fine. Barrel retaining nearly all of a good quality rust re-blue most likely done after sleeving to this small caliber. Muzzle is engraved to hide joint. Joint is nearly invisible on breech end but can be seen in extractor cut. Action retains traces of case color where protected, perhaps as much as 15%. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their original oil finish with some added oil over a good number of bumps and knocks. Checkering has been cleaned. Action is tight. Lock is good. Triggers work. Bore is bright and shiny. A great little hunting rifle. Although primarily a target cartridge, in some loadings the 8.15 x 46R is equal to the 3030 Winchester. (01-24211/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-6,500.

41 Long Colt. NSN. The browned 35 1/2” octagon barrel is fitted with wide rear top flat to accommodate open rear sights. In front of this area, all flats are fluted to within 4” of muzzle. A fine bead front sight set in protective ears is adjustable for windage and is dovetailed through a slightly raised integral base. A sling loop is attached and top flat is stamped with a crowned “V” proof at rear indicating that this rifle was “in stock” in 1891 with the institution of Germany’s first proof law. A matching “V” is also on the case hardened Martini type action fitted with fancy opening lever having finger spur. Action is also fitted with double set triggers and aperture rear sight which is adjustable for windage but not for elevation, except roughly with positioning of mounting post. Action is of Swiss type with cleaning hole through rear and breech block. Action engraved with about 50% coverage exceptionally well cut shaded scroll within geometric borders. Scroll engraved areas are superimposed with long banners gold inlaid “G. WILCKE. STUTTGART.” and “KONIGL. HOFBUCHSENMACHER” (Gunmaker to the King). Scroll engraving extends to bottom tang. Straight grip buttstock of finely veined and lightly figured European walnut measures 14 5/8” over heavy case hardened steel hook buttplate with acorn top finial. Stock features backward swept right hand cheekpiece and semi fancy pattern checkering. Matching forend with schnabeled horn tip attaches to barrels with side bolt through shaped and engraved case hardened steel escutcheons. CONDITION: exceptionally fine as professionally augmented by a master gunsmith . The action appears to retain nearly all of its original case hardening color which has been relacquered over some darkening on bottom and cleaned light pitted on receiver ring. The stocks also appear to be original, not refinished and have a few handling marks. Case hardening on buttplate also appears to be original. Barrel has been rebrowned and retains nearly all of that brown. Operating lever has had its charcoal blue restored. Bright temper blue on minor screws, trigger blades, sling loops and front sight has most likely been refreshed. Chamber appears to have been bushed and consignor states caliber is 41 Long Colt. Groove diameter of barrel is .366 which corresponds to 9.3mm. Nominal bullet diameter for the 41 Colt is .386, so rifle should shoot very well. Bore is bright and shiny throughout. Rear sight appears to have been sourced from another rifle and although prongs for micrometer adjustment are present there is no provision for same on action. A very attractive long barreled target rifle. (01-24228/MGM). ANTIQUE. $7,000-12,000.

2505. STUNNING ANTIQUE MARTINI TYPE TILTING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT OFF HAND TARGET RIFLE BY G. WILCKE OF STUTTGART. Cal.

set triggers is cut away at top and barrel nestles into place and is retained by a transverse pin. Action is nicely engraved with classic large open shaded acanthus surrounding portrait of German male shooter on left and woman on right. Triggers are double set and trigger guard is looped and spurred in Schutzen style. Rifle is equipped with its original Diopter rear tang sight and blade front adjustable for windage. Stocks are of usual Schutzen style with well formed right hand cheekpiece, thumb rest and hooked butt. Grip is nicely checkered. CONDITION: fine. Barrel retaining most of its original blue with some scattered pitting toward rear which shows cleaning. Action retains most of its original case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish. Bore appears to be very fine with distinct rifling, needs cleaning. Mechanically good, trigger will not set, probably needs adjustment. These rifles are a lot of fun to shoot. Ammo is available through some importers. (23-4729/MGM). C&R. $1,200-2,000.

a case color hardened finish, with the barrel being blued. Checkered wood buttstock with cheek rest and checkered wood schnabel tip forend. Aluminum beaded blade front sight with dovetailed V-notch rear sight. Double set triggers with tang mounted safety. Front of frame and underside of barrel are stamped “533”, forend wedge is stamped “33”, with the interior of the forend exhibiting a handwritten “33” in pencil. CONDITION: frame retains strong and vibrant case coloring, with some mild fading and areas of oxidation on the left hand side. Barrel retains the majority of its original factory blue finish, exhibiting some spots of mild wear, as well as some areas of light oxidation. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows some scattered marks and a few minor impressions from storage and handling, but is otherwise good overall. A very attractive German pre-war single shot rifle, produced by a little known gunsmith. (23-2735/MLW). CURIO. $700-1,000.

illustrated on page 43 of “Alte Scheibenwaffen Volume 3” as compiled by Tom Rowe. The only markings are S# on left side. Firing mechanism takedown lever is on right. Action is fitted with double set triggers and has spurred and looped trigger guard. Sights appear to be original with Diopter rear having large eye piece with interchangeable apertures and post front sight in looped shroud. Remnants of rear sight are dovetailed through barrel. Schutzen style stocks are fully formed with high left hand cheek piece with corresponding volute on left side of stock, hooked butt, thumb rest, grip checkering and sling button. CONDITION: fine to very fine, needing cleaning. Barrel with over 70% blue. Action with about 80% case hardening color with brown flecking. Stocks retain most of their oil finish. Bore appears to be fine, but needs cleaning. Mechanically good, trigger will not set, probably needs adjustment. (23-4728/MGM). C&R. $800-1,500.

Very good case colors on action & buttplate w/ areas of peppery oxidation. Very good forearm wood finish w/ impressions & wear around ears. Very good buttstock finish w/ scattered large area of worn varnish. Buttstock shows light play to action. Very good bore w/ strong rifling. (23-2302/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

to Chicago, then to Denver where he worked in Carlos Gove’s Denver Armory. He purchased the armory in 1884 & his work gained a reputation w/ Schutzenfest competitors. Wind-Gauge globe front sight w/ Marlin’s improved Vernier mid range tang sight. Custom nickel finished rebated action features a full loop lever & slenderized double set triggers. Left side of action has Marlin Fire Arms Co. address & patent markings. Custom schnabel tipped checkered walnut forearm fitted w/ a palm rest. Custom S curved pistol grip cheekpiece checkered walnut stock fitted w/ nickel finished curved hook Schutzen buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: false muzzle & bullet starter. WEIGHT: 14 lbs., 11 oz. CONDITION: bbl. retains 90% blue. Top flat has series of 9 extra holes for scope mount attachment. Action retains 98% custom nickel finish. Stocks have good finish & checkering showing a few small marks. Properly functioning set triggers. Bore has slightly darkened appearance retaining sound rifling. PROVENANCE STATEMENT: From the Harold Prucha Collection”. (01-23234/DS). ANTIQUE. $3500-5000.

1173

solid brass projectile upwards of 2700 feet per second, creating a whopping 19 Thousand foot pounds of energy. Deep bright blued finish on barrel, w/ matte finish black receiver. Barrel terminated w/ 5” long artillery style, 3 chambered muzzle brake. Heavy composite stock w/ thick rubber Decelerator butt pad. Integral bipod mounting point for included quick detach VersaPod. Massive, spiral fluted 2-lug bolt. 6” Weaver base above action currently sporting matte black SWFA SS 16x42 scope w/ Mil-Dot duplex reticle. No provision for open sights. Rifle weight unloaded, 42#. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Spare barrel chambered in 50 BMG, 1 set 14.5 JDJ reloading dies, 1000+ bronze bullets made by Fricke at Lehigh Defense, 65”x14” Nielsen Sessions lockable transport case, cleaning solvent & paperwork. CONDITION: Original finish complete & consistent w/ full coverage. Barrel retains a beautiful deep blue finish. Receiver is matte finish w/ no visible signs of use. Finish on bolt has some thinning in areas of mechanical intervention which happens almost immediately. Stock has some small dings & scratches, primarily on top in the cheek area, probably from unintended contact w/ the massive bolt on occasion. Bipod moves fluidly and locks on correctly. Scope glass is clear w/ sharp reticle. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling. Transfers as any Title I firearm. According to manufacturer is was never considered a Destructive Device as it was built for sporting applications only. (23-4967/JZ). MODERN. $12,000-15,000.

2511. RARE MASSIVE MCMILLAN BROS 14.5 JDJ BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 14.5 JDJ. S# BMGN1713. Bbl. 38” Over Brake. A rare rifle, as impressive in performance as it is to look at. The McMillan Brothers SSK Single Shot rifle was built by J.D. Jones, the well known wildcat cartridge designer, & chambered in his own 14.5 JDJ load. It launches a

grain

ARMS Co. LTD. - ENGLAND” followed by the caliber designation and a BSA logo over the top, with various British proofs stamped on the right. Right side of receiver is marked “B.S.A. MARTINI-INTERNATIONAL/ MK II”, with “MADE IN ENGLAND” on the left. Metal components are blued, with the lever being in the white. Solid smooth wood buttstock with adjustable buttplate, and smooth wood forend. Parker Hale aperture rear sight with globe front sight. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some areas of mild wear and thinning, with mild surface oxidation overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows some scattered marks and minor impressions from storage and handling, but

guard assembly exhibiting a smooth matte finish. Nicely figured checkered wood buttstock and forend, with a black checkered plastic buttplate. Hooded ramped blade front sight with dovetailed U-notch rear sight. MAGS: 1 5 rd. and 1 10 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Millet scope rings. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock and handguard are excellent, exhibiting few minute superficial marks from storage and handling overall. (23-1444/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

1 single

2514. AS NEW IN BOX BEGARA B14R CARBON RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 61-01-013715-21. Bbl. 18”. Lightweight, magazine fed, bolt action rifle. Matte black finish. No. 6 carbon fiber barrel w/ 1/2x28 threaded muzzle & protector. Adjustable HMR stock. MAGS:

stack 10 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory box & paperwork. CONDITION: As new in box. No visible blemishing. Never sold retail. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3510/JZ). MODERN. $800-1,200.

2515. BENELLI LUPO BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 Creedmoor. S# AR021081R. Bbl. 24” threaded. Picatinny scope mounts present on receiver. Matte black finish. Factory stickers present on right side of butt & bbl. Open Country camo synthetic stock. MAGS:1-5 rd. detachable. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3288/MJC). MODERN. $1000-1700.

2516. BENELLI LUPO BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 Creedmoor. S# AR016514E. Bbl. 24”. Receiver has picatinny bases. Matching numbered bolt. Matte gray finish. Digital camouflage stock w/ raised cheekpiece. Factory stickers present on stock & bbl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box w/ shipping sleeve, two spare buttplates, Benelli oil bottle, manual, paperwork & factory accessory kit. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3310/MJC). MODERN. $1200-1800.

2517. BERGARA PREMIER HMR PRO BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 Creedmoor S# H25637. Bbl. 24” threaded. Receiver factory drilled & tapped for scope mounting. Matte stainless finish. Bbl. has factory sticker. Adjustable carbon fiber stock w/ bottom mounted sling studs & additional stud for bipod mounting. MAGS: 1-5 rd. factory. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered w/ foam inserts, manual & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3450/MJC). MODERN. $1200-1800.

protective ears marked “NM 062”. Rifle is a quality non-selective fire version of the US M-14 made with a forged receiver to military specs. Receiver marked on rear ledge with “BULA” logo and marked on the right rail “BULA DEFENSE SYSTEMS CLEVELAND OHIO”. Receiver fitted on top with “Integrated Optic Rail” mounted over the bore and secured to charger guide and receiver ring with a provision for the use of iron sights. The standard scope mounting provisions are retained on the left side of the receiver. Cage type flash suppressor. Walnut stock and handguard. Buttstock fitted with ribbed composite buttpad and fixed 1 1/4” swivels. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: 30MM QD scope rings by “LARUE”. MAGS: 1-20 rd. unmarked. CONDITION: rifle has seen very little use and has only very light high point wear. All aspects including bore near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3452/RW). MODERN. $2,000-2,700.

caliber designation stamped on the left at

side of

with the serial number followed by an encircled Rampant Colt logo, “COLT SAUER/ SPORTING RIFLE”, as well as the J.P. Sauer & Sohn logo. Right side of receiver bears a Kiel Proof House stamp above an Eagle/N commercial nitro proof and “JA” date code, indicating manufacture in 1980. Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish. 1 piece checkered wood Monte Carlo pattern buttstock with a Colt Sauer rubber recoil pad. MAGS: 1 3 rnd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original factory box containing its factory styrofoam insert, bolt, and manual. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original lustrous factory blue finish, exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows few very light superficial marks from storage and handling. Box exhibits exterior wear and some losses to the edges, but otherwise good overall. An extremely fine Colt Sauer rifle that one would find to be a difficult example to upgrade from. (23-2140/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

right side of the chamber. Metal components exhibit a lustrous high polish blue finish overall. Monte Carlo pattern checkered wood buttstock with Colt Sauer marked black rubber recoil pad. MAGS: 1 4 rnd. CONDITION: very good, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light wear on the bolt assembly from cycling of the action, and some scattered superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting a couple of small spots of oxidation and retaining well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is good overall.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3547/MLW). CURIO. $2,000-2,750.

2521. EXTREMELY FINE COLT SAUER BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH BOX. Cal. 30-06. S# CR24469. Bbl. 24”. Manufactured by J.P. Sauer & Sohn of West Germany in 1980 and subsequently imported by Colt. The top of the barrel is marked with Colt’s single line address, with the

the breech. The left

the receiver is marked

2523. COLT SAUER 7MM REMINGTON MAGNUM BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm Rem Mag. S# GR23931. Bbl. 24”. Sporting bolt action rifle manufactured by J.P. Sauer & Sohn and imported by Colt. The top of the barrel is marked with Colt’s importer information, with the caliber designation marked on the left side at the breech. Left side of receiver exhibits the serial number, followed by the encircled Rampant Colt logo, “COLT SAUER/ SPORTING RIFLE”, and J.P. Sauer & Sohn logo. Right side with “Made in W. Germany/ by J.P. Sauer & Sohn” at the chamber and German proofs at the rear. Metal components exhibit a lustrous high polish blue finish. Checkered wood Monte Carlo pattern buttstock with Colt Sauer black rubber recoil pad. Receiver is mounted with a 3x9 VARI-X II scope. MAGS: 1 4 rnd. CONDITION: very good overall, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting few superficial marks from handling and storage. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows a few scattered marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise fine. Scope retains a clear optic.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3602/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-2,750.

2524. COLT SAUER .300 WIN MAG BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 Win Mag. S# CR21281. Bbl. 23 3/4”. Colt Sauer Sporting Rifle manufactured by J.P. Sauer & Sohn in West Germany and imported by Colt. The barrel is marked with Colt’s importer information over the top, with the caliber designation marked on the left side at the breech. The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number followed by the encircled Rampant Colt logo, “COLT SAUER/ SPORTING RIFLE” and the J.P. Sauer & Sohn logo. Right is marked “Made in W. Germany/ by J.P. Sauer & Sohn” at the chamber, with German proofs at the rear. Metal components exhibit a lustrous high polish blue finish. 1 piece checkered wood Monte Carlo pattern buttstock featuring a black Colt Sauer rubber recoil pad. MAGS: 1 4 rnd. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some superficial marks from handling and storage. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock exhibits some scattered marks, but otherwise is very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3882/ MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

2525. CHAMPLIN FIREARMS WILDCAT BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 338.378 KT. S# 181. Bbl. 24 1/2” tapered octagon without provision for sights; Redfield JR scope bases. Mfg. by Champlin of Enid, OK as builder of custom rifles using their proprietary action along with superb craftsmanship; founded 1966. The 338-378 KT cartridge was designed by Elmer Keith and Bob Thompson in 1960’s as long range elk cartridge to be used with 4831 powder, as it was slowest burning powder then available. They kept Weatherby’s double radius shoulder but shortened case 1/4” to better suit burn rate of 4831. Performance mirrors modern 338 RUM. Cartridges must be custom hand loaded. Metal finish is subdued matte finish. Bolt lift is very minimal plus checkered panel on top of knob. Action features rolling safety on shroud, fine bolt release, inside trigger guard floor plate release, Allen head action screws, superb fully adjustable trigger (set for crisp, light release), octagonal shaped trigger guard ends and sculptured guard. Bolt and follower are jeweled. Bolt head has 3 locking lugs and post-64 Winchester style extractor for push feed loading. Four panels of checkering on stock with pointed accents. Slight Monte Carlo cheek piece with shadow line. Pachmayr solid black pad with basket weave pattern. Classic ebony forend tip and checkered steel grip cap plus sling studs. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore with new, unfired appearance. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3167/NW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

TriggerTech flat-shoe Trigger. Tan & black Christensen Arms carbon fiber composite stock w/ stainless steel bedding pillars. Thick, soft rubber recoil pad. MAGS: AICS-compatible detachable magazine. CONDITION: Finish complete & consistent w/ thinning only in areas of mechanical intervention which happens almost immediately. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3285/JZ). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

2527.

WITH

Bbl. 24”. Model 14 TI Ridgeline manufactured by Christensen Arms of Gunnison, UT. The left side of the barrel is marked “ *Christensen Arms * Gunnison Utah USA”, with “Ridgeline 300 WIN Mag 1-10” across the right. Left side of the receiver bears the model designation, serial number, and Christensen Arms’ manufacturer information. Floorplate marked “TITANIUM/ EDITION”. Matte finished titanium receiver with 416R stainless steel aero grade carbon fiber wrap. Gray carbon fiber composite sporter style stock with black webbing. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes, exhibiting some slight discoloration to the right side of the white lettering on the floorplate. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box exhibits some mild exterior wear, but is otherwise very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3262/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

The left side of the receiver is marked “MODEL 14” over the serial number, followed by the Christensen Arms’ logo and manufacturer information. Underside of barrel exhibits the caliber designation. Metal components exhibit a matte black finish. Side-folding skeletonized buttstock with carbon fiber cheek rest, MAGPUL pistol grip, and carbon fiber barrel shroud. 4 set screw muzzle brake with receiver and shroud (underside) mounted picatinny rails. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory matte black finish overall. Carbon fiber shroud shows some marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Box shows mild exterior wear. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3266/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

338-06. S# 7463. Bbl. 23.25”. Magazine fed bolt action precision rifle. Matte black finish. Fluted barrel. Hand laid, Kevlar reinforced, synthetic stock. Spiral fluted, stainless steel, 3 lug bolt. Fully adjustable, single stage trigger. Leupold 30mm scope rings. MAGS: 1 factory 3 rd. CONDITION: All aspects indicate very little use, if any. No visible blemishing. Smooth action. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd

MODERN. $2,000-2,750.

CHRISTENSEN ARMS MODEL 14 TI RIDGELINE BOLT ACTION RIFLE

MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 300 Win Mag. S# 20MTL00415.

2528. CHRISTENSEN ARMS MODEL 14 MPR BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 308 Win. S# CV78229. Bbl. 16”. Model 14 MPR (Modern Precision Rifle) manufactured by Christensen Arms of Gunnison, UT.

2529. CUSTOM COOPER ARMS M52 338-06 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal.

owned by Jon R. Thomas (233445/JZ).

2530. EXTREMELY RARE CONSECUTIVE PAIR of FACTORY ENGRAVED CHIPMUNK BOLT ACTION RIFLES with DISPLAY CASE & DOCUMENTION. 1) S# E-2. 2) S# E-3. BOTH: Cal. 22 S, L & LR. Bbls. 16” w/ ramped Patridge sights; factory receiver sights & w/out bbl. rear sight provisions. Only 3 Chipmunks ever factory engraved; serial #E-1 retained by president of Chipmunk leaving only this consecutive set. Originally, 25 were commissioned to be engraved, but Chipmunk went out of business w/ only 3 completed. Engraved by Clinton Finley of Redding, CA who did all engraving for Chipmunk. Mfg. Dec. 14, 1987 having blued finishes plus hand checkered high grade northern California walnut stocks. Tasteful scroll engraving at each end of bbls., portions of bolts, receivers plus trigger guards. Originally sold to Trader Fred’s of Thetford, VT. An exceptional pair that will show well in any firearms setting. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: original boxes for each rifle w/ packaging. Coffee table style display case of superb craftsmanship made outside of factory by Fred Berecz (Trader Fred); suitable for other display purposes as well. Aug. 10, 1988 Chipmunk letter supporting stated features signed by Controller Robert. T. Wagner w/ canceled postage envelope addressed to Trader Fred’s. CONDITION: all aspects of offering are near excellent w/ rifles appearing new & unfired. (23-4723, 23-4724 & 02-20889//NW). BOTH MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

Bbl. 25”. Model 550 American Safari Magnum bolt action rifle manufactured by CZ and imported by CZ-USA of Kansas City, KS. The left side of the barrel exhibits the caliber designation at the breech, with the left side of the receiver exhibiting the serial number above “MADE IN/ CZECH REPUBLIC”, followed by the model designation, CZ logo, and CZ-USA’s importer information. Metal components exhibit a blued finish. 1 piece wood Monte Carlo pattern buttstock, featuring checkering at the wrist and forearm. Hooded and ramped white dot blade front sight with 3 leaf V-notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory cardboard box containing its styrofoam insert. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory blue finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting areas of factory grease and retaining sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear from storage and handling, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3680/MLW). MODERN. $1,0001,500.

blue finish, with the receiver being housed within a solid 1 piece checkered wood stock featuring a Pachmayr black rubber recoil pad. MAGS: 2 5 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: CZ scope rings. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some extremely light wear on the bolt handle from operation of the action. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Bolt face is excellent and appears to be unfired from the factory. Stock is excellent overall. An extremely nice example of a CZ 527 Premium rifle. (23-1443/MLW). MODERN. $600-900.

2531. CZ MODEL 550 AMERICAN SAFARI MAGNUM BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 375 H&H Mag. S# C979104.

floorplate. European walnut stock w/ raise cheek piece. Mannlicher forend. Cut checkering plus black recoil pad & QD sling swivels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: see through scope caps. CONDITION: rifle in very good to near excellent condition including scope, optics & bore. (23-4929/RW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

410 3”.

Bbls. 28” solid rib choked IC & M. Bead sights. Single trigger. Case colored receiver, trigger guard & forend latch. Checkered pistol grip walnut stock & forend. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory hardcase w/ box matching numbered to gun & manual. No other tools or accessories present. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent.

some crazing. Metal retains 92% original blue w/ a few patches of light oxidation. Very good plus bright bore. (23-4791/MJC). MODERN. $1,250-1,750.

2536. FIERCE CARBON EDGE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 308 Win. S# F03S01231. Bbl. 26” w/ muzzle brake. Receiver is drilled & tapped for scope mounting. Matching numbered bolt. Bbl. has carbon fiber finish. Balance of metal has matte black finish. Camouflage synthetic stock w/ raised cheekpiece, bottom mounted sling studs & factory recoil pad. LOP: 13 3/4”. MAGS: 1-4 rd. detachable. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ styrofoam inserts, factory test target & two Weaver style scope bases. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3677/MJC). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

2534. CZ SHARPTAIL SXS SHOTGUN. Cal.

S# 21C7644.

2537. FIERCE CARBON EDGE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm-08 Rem. S# F03S00925. Bbl. 20 threaded w/ detachable muzzle brake. Receiver has Weaver style scope bases. Bbl. has dark gray pebbled finish. Balance of metal has matte stainless finish. Black & gray pattern synthetic stock w/ left side cheekpiece & bottom mounted sling swivels. Limb Saver recoil pad. LOP: 13 1/2”. MAGS: 1-5 rd. detachable. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ styrofoam inserts, manual & factory test target. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3702/MJC). MODERN. $2000-3000.

bolt body, extractor, follower & top of spacer at rear of mag. box. Bottom of bolt handle flattened & checkered. Buehler safety & Canjar M-1 single set trigger. All of bbl. & action are glass bedded. Military style triggerguard assembly w/ lock screws; narrowed guard & push button release floorplate. Walnut stock having 2 panels of checking in grip area; wide, flat forend w/ raised “panels” near front bridge. Pachmayr brown ventilated pad & Uncle Mike’s push button swivel set. Leupold fully adjustable mount w/ Bausch & Lomb BalVar 8 scope having standard center pointed crosshair reticle. CONDITION: very good to excellent overall appearance w/ occasional faint handling marks. Butt area of stock near pad has dark stain that appears from chemical starting at top behind comb; not symmetrical. Scope appears near excellent but power ring extremely difficult to turn plus typical B&L splatter on lens being most visible at highest power; needs cleaning & lubrication but still serviceable. Near excellent bore. (23-4927/NW). MODERN. $500-750.

forend. Matching numbers on receiver, bbl., stock (internal) & all blued bolt having Dayton Traister style safety. Fitted w/ Timney adjustable trigger having blue alloy frame.Push button floorplate release. Receiver drilled & tapped for receiver sight plus scope bases; Conetrol projectionless scope mount set & gloss finished Leupold VARI-X II scope of 2-7 power w/ CPC (center pointed crosshair) reticle. CONDITION: some faint stock handling marks & plum hue to scope; all other aspects including bore & optics are near excellent. (23-4651/NW). CURIO. $800-1,200.

Right side ejection port buffer. MAGS: 1 steel 5 rd. CONDITION: All aspects indicate very little use, if any. No visible blemishing on stock or metal surfaces. Clear glass in scope w/ sharp reticle. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Fire control mechanism appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3549/JZ). MODERN. $1,500-2,200.

studs. Factory recoil pad. LOP: 13 1/2”. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. (23-4789/MJC). MODERN. $2000-2750.

panels of fine stippling, with a lightly embellished section on the left side of the chamber reading “2,9 gG.B.P./ St m,G” followed by a small 3-pointed crown above “H”. Underside of receiver and barrel exhibit the serial number “14196” and various inspector and commercial proofs, with the barrel also exhibiting a small C.G. Haenel logo. Floorplate is engraved “D.R. PATENT/ HAENEL SUHL”. “D.R.G.M.” is stamped on the rear of the bolt, left side of the bolt stop, as well as on the bolt body. The receiver, trigger guard, floorplate, and buttplate feature a case color hardened finish, with the barrel exhibiting a blued finish. Bolt assembly is in-the-white. 1 piece checkered round knob stock with schnabel tip forend. Barrel features a faceted breech end, solid matte rib, dual German silver blade and German silver beaded front sights, as well as a dovetailed Lyman rear sight. Spoon handle bolt with knurling on cocking piece and flip-up aperture rear sight. Double set triggers. Disassembly shows an all matching rifle, small parts matching via the last 2 digits of the serial number “96”. Full serial number is present on the receiver, barrel, and buttplate. CONDITION: receiver exhibits wear and fading to its exposed case color hardened finish, with protected areas retaining bountiful amounts of vibrant case coloring. Trigger guard, floorplate, and buttplate exhibit wear overall to gray patina, with some areas of discoloration and some small spots of oxidation. Bolt exhibits scattered spots of darker discoloration. Barrel retains the majority of its original factory bluing, exhibiting mild wear and thinning overall that shows through to a pleasant brown patina. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. An exceptionally attractive Haenel Model 1900 bolt action rifle. (23-4747/MLW). CURIO. 1,000-1,500.

2543. KIMBER 84L MOUNTAIN ASCENT BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 280 Ack Imp. S# KL15147. Bbl. 24” fluted & threaded w/ muzzle break. Receiver drilled & tapped for scope mounting. Matching numbered bolt. Stainless finish. Digital camoflauge synthetic stock w/ bottom mounted sling studs & factory recoil pad. LOP: 13 3/4”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ paperwork, foam inserts, cable lock & factory test target. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd. owned by Jon R. Thomas. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3183/MJC). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

2544.

MODEL 8400 ADVANCED TACTICAL RIFLE. Cal. 300 Win. Mag. S# KW29124. Bbl. 26”. Top of the tactical line bolt action rifle from Kimber featuring their 24-inch heavy barrel and a McMillan A-5 stock. Two-lug bolt w/ enlarged tactical bolt handle. Mauser-style non-rotating claw extractor & mechanical blade ejector. Pivoting left-side bolt release and a recessed recoil lug between the receiver and barrel. The Advanced Tactical Rifle utilizes Kimber’s bottom metal and feeds from a non-detachable 5-round steel box magazine. Kimber’s gunsmith-adjustable trigger currently breaking at around 3#. McMillan A-5 model stock, desert tan, fitted with an adjustable comb and length-of-pull spacers. Tan finish on exposed metal surfaces. Harris USA SLM folding, collapsible bipod. Currently sporting Leupold 8.5x25 scope w/ MOA Scale reticle. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Harris bipod, Tan Kimber branded foam fitted hard case. Partial box (12 rds.) Remington 150Gr. Core-Lokt ammo. CONDITION: All aspects indicate little use. Some gentle finish thinning in areas of mechanical intervention. Glass is clear w/ sharp reticle. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. (23-2494/JZ).

stamped with Mauser’s manufacturer information, followed by the model designation. Trigger guard exhibits a “TGGI MOBILE AL” import stamp. Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish, with some areas of what appears to be a protective lacquer or varnish overspray. 1 piece Monte Carlo pattern wood stock features checkered panels terminating in relief carved scrollwork, with the right side of the buttstock exhibiting a full coverage relief carved scene of a moose in the forest. Ramped blade front sight with Williams adjustable rear sight. Receiver is mounted with a Carl Zeiss Diatal-ZA 6x42 T& scope. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting few superficial handling marks, and areas of the aforementioned lacquer. Bolt handle has been cleaned and exhibits some scattered spots of oxidation. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows a few marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. Exterior of scope exhibit mild oxidation. Scope retains a sharp and clear image. (23-2187/MLW).

is marked with Mauser’s manufacturer information followed by the model designation. Trigger guard exhibits a “TGGI MOBILE AL” import stamp. Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish. 1 piece Monte Carlo pattern stock with schnabel tip forearm features checkered panels terminating in relief carved scrollwork, with the right side of the butt exhibiting a full relief carved scene of 4 boar running through the forest. Ramped blade front sight, with adjustable William’s U-notch rear sight. Receiver is mounted with a Carl Zeiss Diavari-ZM 2.5-10x48mm T* scope. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original lustrous factory blue finish, exhibiting few superficial handling marks, as well as some areas of hardened grease. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows a few minor marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. Exterior of scope exhibits some scattered handling marks. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. (23-2188/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

KIMBER

2547. NIKKO GOLDEN EAGLE 7000 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 7mm Rem Mag. S# 004438. Bbl. 24”. Rifle is equipped w/ a Redfield 2-7x power scope w/ duplex crosshair reticle & good optics. Blue finish. Gold trigger. Checkered Monte Carlo walnut stock w/ bottom mounted sling swivels & left side cheekpiece. Torel cowhide sling present that is missing its front button. Bottom of pistol grip has gold eagle emblem. Factory recoil pad LOP: 14”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: white Golden Eagle hardcase. CONDITION: stock & metal show some light handling wear. Bore has strong rifling & is bright for most of its length but shows a few patches of pitting. (232550/MJC). MODERN. $700-1,000.

2548. NOSLER M21 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 PRC. S# NMS21-0123. Bbl. 24” threaded. Receiver has picatinny style scope mounts. Matching numbered bolt. Matte gray stainless finish. McMillan Hunters Edge carbon fiber stock w/ bottom mounted sling studs & Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad. LOP: 13 1/2”.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ foam inserts, manual, chamber flag & cable lock. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3282/MJC). MODERN. $2,000-2,700.

RIFLE.

308 Win. S# NMS22-0041. Bbl. 22” threaded. Receiver factory drilled & tapped for

finish. Matching numbered bolt. McMillan Hunters Edge sporter stock w/ bottom mounted sling studs & Decelerator recoil pad. LOP: 13 1/2”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ foam inserts, manual, two picatinny style scope bases, chamber flag & manual. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3307/MJC). MODERN. $2,000-2,700.

2550.

MODEL 21 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 300 Win Mag. S# NML22-0125. Bbl. 24” threaded. Receiver factory drilled & tapped for scope mounts. Matching numbered bolt. Matte stainless finish. McMillan Hunters Edge sporter stock w/ bottom mounted sling studs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching numbered to gun w/ foam inserts, manual, chamber flag, cable lock & a pair of scope bases. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3263/MJC). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

2549. NOSLER M21 BOLT ACTION

Cal.

scope mounting. Stainless

NOSLER

wrapped barrel with threaded muzzle. CONDITION: extremely fine, with metal components retaining nearly all of their original factory Cerakoted finish, exhibiting some light wear on the bolt assembly from operation of the action, as well as a few light scattered marks overall from handling and storage. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3200/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

2552. NOSLER M48 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 28 Nosler. S# N06137. Bbl. 24” threaded. Receiver factory drilled & tapped for scope mounting. Matching numbered bolt. Timney trigger. Most of bbl. has carbon fiber wrap finish. Other metal parts have matte stainless finish. Factory sticker present on bbl. Mountain Carbon green stock w/ factory recoil pad & bottom mounted sling studs. LOP: 13 1/2”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box w/ foam inserts, manual, cable lock & chamber flag. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3320/MJC). MODERN.

buttstock. Receiver is mounted with a Burris 4X MINI scope. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting mild wear and some cleaned spots of surface oxidation on the nosecap. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock exhibits some scattered superficial marks and a few impressions from storage and handling, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1651/MLW). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

checkered wood Monte Carlo buttstock. Receiver is mounted with a Leupold 3x7 Vari-X II scope. Underside of bolt is electro-penciled to match the receiver. CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some scattered superficial marks form handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some scattered marks and minor impressions from storage and handling, but is otherwise very good overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp image. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Jon Thomas. (23-1657/MLW). MODERN. $800-1,200.

finish. Near excellent bore. (23-2166/MD). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

2556. LIKE NEW IN BOX SAVAGE MODEL110 ELITE PRECISION 338 LAPUA MAGNUM RIFLE. Cal. 338 Lapua. S# P299825. Bbl. 30”. Magazine fed bolt action precision rifle. Matte stainless steel barrel. Adjustable Core Competition chassis from Modular Driven Technologies. Pistol grip w/ fully adjustable stock. 7.5” picatinny rail above action for optics mounting. 1.5 - 4 lb. user adjustable AccuTrigger. Titanium Nitride bolt body. MAGS: 1 Steel MDT 5 rd. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory box & paperwork. CONDITION: All aspects indicate as new in box. Never sold retail. No visible blemishing. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3460/JZ). MODERN. $1,600-2,200.

Matt black checked synthetic stock w/ blind mag. QD swivel studs. Plastic buttplate & grip cap w/ Savage logo. CONDITION: all aspects of rifle & scope are very good w/ only scattered tiny handling marks. Very good shiny bore. (23-4924/RW). MODERN. $300-450.

2558. SPRINGFIELD WAYPOINT 2020 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 6.5 PRC. S# SB050605. Bbl. 24” w/ muzzle brake. Receiver has picatinny rail for scope mounting. Most of bbl. has carbon fiber wrap finish. Rear of bbl. & balance of metal has green Cerakote finish. Camouflage carbon fiber stock. MAGS: 1-5 rd. detachable. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory softcase w/ shipping carton matching numbered to gun, manual & cable lock. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3279/MJC). MODERN. $2,000-2,500.

CONDITION:

ramp front sight having dovetailed German silver bead plus 2 leaf express sight at rear. Mfg. 1952 with finely checkered walnut 1/2 stock having white inlays and engraved bottom metal to include silver Roe buck head on trigger guard along with engraving on tang and floorplate also inscribed with “COL. ARMSTRONG”, “NCO CLUB”, “1953” and “FURSTENFELDBRUCK”. Near end of forend is barrel band for stock security plus corresponding black forend tip; matching grip cap and serrated buttplate. Each side of stock at action has inlays of oak leaf branches plus ram’s head on right and moose on left; right side of buttstock has full buck standing on forest floor. Left side of action indicates Steyr manufacture as does logo on floorplate. Quality high gloss blued finish, straight butterknife bolt handle (grooved on underside), right side sliding safety plus redundant safety on rear of bolt. Action interior nicely stoned to in the white finish along with some nicely strawed parts. Fitted with double set triggers. Stock has European style 1” swivels, indexed screws, raised RH cheekpiece, plus wrap around checkering on forend; standard 2 panels at grip area with long points at forward ends. Consignor states special features described were performed by the factory. Furstenfeldbruck was air field used by the Germans before and during World War II in Bavaria, Germany; post war, it was used by the US until 1957 when it was given back to Germany. Internet search of Col. Armstrong was fruitless as no time frame or first name was available. CONDITION: very good to excellent appearance having light handling marks around the stock between the floorplate and forend checkering. Some other light handling marks are on the bottom of the stock forward of forend checkering and on toe line (mostly between grip cap and swivel) of the buttstock. Metal finish and bore are near excellent. Very nice rifle in great, noncatalogued caliber. (23-447/NW). CURIO. $6,500-8,500.

2559. SPRINGFIELD 2020 WAYPOINT BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 308 Win. S# SB008947. Bbl. 20” w/ muzzle brake. Receiver has picatinny rail for scope mounting. Forward part of bbl. has carbon fiber wrap finish. Balance of gun has green Cerakote finish. Carbon fiber camouflage stock. MAGS: 1-5 rd. Magpul. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory softcase w/ manual & cable lock.

all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3470/MJC).

caliber and distributor (Gun South Inc. of Trussville, AL). Mfg. March 1989 (1980-1996) with coin finished receiver, butterknife bolt handle, magazine base and floorplate having scroll engraving plus deep relief Roe deer scene on left rear of receiver (1 buck & 2 does). Company promoted features of 7.7 pounds, sub MOA performance and 1 in 8.6 inches barrel twist rate. Consignor states this ornate rifle was part of the Prince Faisal Collection; no further info as to which one or which country of reign. Finely checkered (2 line borders) full length (Stutzen) left handed European walnut stock with matte finish having Bavarian style double flame cheekpiece, sling studs, factory brown ventilated recoil pad, LH palm swell (Bundsweir pistol grip), wrap around forend checkering, slant cut forend cap and rosewood grip cap having Steyr logo inlay. Receiver is factory drilled and tapped for scope mounts w/ plug screws in place. Safety is rotating wheel in line behind bolt shroud that has integral cocking indicator. Very fine single stage gold plated trigger pull that also operates in single set mode for an even lighter pull; LOP is Steyr standard at 13 7/8”. Smooth operating bolt having rear locking lugs is jeweled with Sako style extractor. Trigger guard assembly has spring plunger magazine ejector feature and indexed screws. MAGS: 1 steel single column 3 round w/ continuation of action engraving to include vignette of buck head and shoulders. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore; new unfired appearance. (23-446/NW). MODERN. $6,500-8,500.

floral scroll in factory deluxe pattern. Floorplate & trigger guard also have floral engraving. Floorplate marked “STOEGER ARMS CORPORATION NEW YORK SOLE US AGENTS”. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock w/ bottom mounted sling swivels, left side cheekpiece & black grip cap. Grooved black buttplate. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: stock shows some light scratches & scattered handling marks. Metal retains 95% blue finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3277/MJC). CURIO. $2500-3500.

varnish w/ scattered light dings, scratches & handling marks. Metal retains 95% retain original blue w/ some light oxidation specks & scratches on floorplate. Bright very good plus bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas

pistol grip walnut stock w/ raised left side cheekpiece, ebony tip, bottom mounted sling swivels & grooved factory buttplate. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: stock shows scattered light dings & handling wear. Metal retains 95% original blue. Very good bright bore.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3411/MJC). CURIO. $2000-3000.

markings. Floorplate has Stoeger markings w/ Steyr logo. Bolt mounted wing safety. Right side receiver safety that does not appear to be functioning properly. Single trigger. Checkered pistol grip Mannlicher stock w/ bottom mounted sling swivels, left side cheekpiece & grooved black plastic buttplate. LOP: 14”. Leather sling present. CONDITION: stock shows some scattered dings & handling marks. Metal retains 90% blue w/ some staining on rear of receiver, scattered scratches & handling wear. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (23-3693/MJC). CURIO. $1500-2000.

2566. JEFF COOPER STEYR 376 SCOUT BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 376 Steyr. S# SC1004054. Bbl. 20” fluted. Famous rifle model that was the brain child of Jeff Cooper as a good all around rifle concept. Rifle is equipped w/ a Leupold Steyr Scout scope w/ duplex crosshair reticle & very good plus optics. Scope has folding Butler creek caps. Left side of receiver has Steyr & GSI import markings. Green synthetic stock w/ buttstock compartment for spare mag, Jeff Cooper logo on right side of butt & factory recoil pad. LOP: 13 3/8”. MAGS: 2-4 rd. factory. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked cardboard box, Steyr hardcase, owners manual, gun shop receipt, trigger lock, two .375 cal. bore brushes, GSI Steyr Scout Ching Sling, two 20 rd. boxes of Hornady 270 gr. ammo, one 20 rd. box of Hornady 220 gr. ammo, several printed web pages showing both information & sales of the Jeff Cooper scout rifle. CONDITION: stock bolts exhibit some wear from screw turning & stock exhibits light handling marks. Other aspects near excellent. (23-4934/MJC). MODERN. $1200-1800

2567. STEYR MANNLICHER MODEL SSG 69 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 308. S# 181111. Bbl. 25 1/2”. SSG 69 manufactured by Steyr-Daimler-Puch of Austria. The left side of the receiver exhibits the Steyr logo followed by “STEYR-DAIMLER-PUCH A.G.STEYR MANNLICHER MOD.SSG. 69”, with “MADE IN AUSTRIA”, the serial number, and Austrian proofs stamped on the right. Left side of barrel exhibits the caliber designation “.308 Win.” with additional Austrian proofs on the right. Metal components exhibit a matte gray finish. Black polymer stock with checkering at wrist and forend features adjustable recoil pad spacers and a Versa-Pod bipod. Receiver is mounted with a Nikon M-308 4x16 42mm scope. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory applied matte gray finish, exhibiting some scattered superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting some very light pitting towards the muzzle and well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas

walnut stock w/ rosewood grip cap, sling swivels, left side cheekpiece & black recoil pad. MAGS: NONE. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: manuals & guarantee card. CONDITION: Near excellent metal & wood finish. Bore is bright & shiny w/ light fouling on lands. Scope finish near excellent w/ clear & serviceable optics. (23-2185/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

steel bolt shroud. Gray anodized aluminum trigger guard and floorplate. Black and gray textured composite buttstock with Remington marked black rubber recoil pad. Buttstock is fitted with a black elastic ammunition holder containing 10 primed Lapua 6.5x284 Norma cartridge cases. CONDITION: very good overall, with the barrel and picatinny rail exhibiting some scattered superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Stock is very good overall. (23-2662/MLW).

metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting mild wear overall, with thinning on the barrel showing through to a pleasant brown patina. Mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Stock shows scattered marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good overall. (23-4822/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

2571. SAVAGE ARMS

KIMEL KAMPER

KK-1 SINGLE SHOT

SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 Ga

2 3/4”. S# D257910. Bbl. 18 1/2” choked cyl. Mfg. 1979-1981. Compact camping shotgun not meant to be fired from shoulder. Bead front sight. Hammer tip is broken but hammer is still functional. Overall length 27”. Blued bbl. Anodized receiver. Hardwood pistol grip stock & forend. Grooved black buttplate w/ two storage compartments in stock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black leather scabbard. CONDITION: stock set has added varnish w/ scattered dings, scratches & handling wear. Metal retains 95% original finish w/ some edge & handling wear. Very good bright bore. (23-2551/MJC). MODERN. $300-500/

2572. BELGIAN BROWNING CHALLENGER SEMIAUTOMATIC PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 186424. Bbl. 4 1/2”. Challenger manufactured in Belgium by FN and retailed by Browning Arms Company. The left side of the barrel is stamped “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY”, with “MADE IN BELGIUM/ 22 LONG RIFLE” on right. Left side of slide and underside of barrel exhibit a single Belgian proof. Metal components are blued, with the trigger exhibiting a gold plated finish. Frame is mounted with a 1 piece wrap around checkered wood grip. Blade front sight with adjustable square notch rear sight. MAGS: 1 10 rnd. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some superficial marks from handling and storage, a couple spots of light wear, as well as a couple spots of cleaned oxidation. Brilliant mirror bore with good rifling. Grips show some losses to their varnish, as well as scattered marks and some impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. (23-4679/MLW).

on Leupold mount. Scope has fine crosshair reticle & good optics. Bbl. has blue finish & is marked only “338 Win Mag”. Receiver, bolt release & bottom metal have gray parkerized finish. Safety modified for scope clearance. Checkered pistol grip walnut Monte Carlo stock w/ black tip & bottom mounted sling swivels. Stock also has Pachmayr Old English recoil pad. LOP: 13 3/4”. CONDITION: stock shows some light dings & handling marks. Bolt shows a few spots of old pitting, metal otherwise shows light handling wear. Very good plus bright bore. (23-4854/MJC). MODERN. $1,200-1,800. bolt handle recess which allowed this stock to be used as a replacement for earlier carbines. Smooth trap buttplate w/ curved toe. Bbl. has carbine type band retained by spring plus added rifle type band mounted against it in order to obtain a sling swivel. There is a notable groove carved under the junction of the bands not visible when assembled. Butt swivel is added replacement showing hobbiest gunsmith type workmanship. CONDITION: stock set has lightly worn original finish w/ light staining & scattered handling marks plus sm. missing chips at rear of sideplate. Metal has 60% blue w/ wear turning gray. Shiny bore w/ lightly worn lands. (0124110/RW). ANTIQUE. $600-1,000.

2575. 8 BERETTA & AMERICASE HARD CASES. 1) 18” X 12” X 5” Beretta blue thermo-insulated hard case appearing for pistol. CONDITION: good showing paint & wear on exterior. 2) 31” x 10” x 3” Beretta hard case for shotgun having up to 29” bbls. CONDITION: very good. 3) 31” x 10” x 3” Beretta hard case for shotgun having up to 29” bbls. Case contains paperwork, choke wrench & oil bottle. CONDITION: very good showing light wear. 4) 36” x 10” x 3” Beretta hard case w/ cloth exterior & red cloth partitioned interior. Able to store up to 34” bbls. Case contains set of 3 cal. 410 unknown choke tubes & wrench. CONDITION: case exterior good w/ wear. Case interior very good. 5) 38” x 10” x 3” ABS Beretta hard case for shotgun having up to 29” bbls. CONDITION: near excellent retaining factory packaging; though packaging shows rips & tears. 6) Beretta ABS case & sleeve for S687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Combo. S# N03454B. CONDITION: sleeve in fair condition. Case in near excellent condition. 7) 31” x 10” x 3” Americase able to hold up to 29” bbls. Case has black nylon cover. Case lid has plaque. CONDITION: Case appears very good w/ lid have residue from glue applied to cover. 8) 38” x 10” x 7” Americase able to hold 2 shotguns w/ up to 32” bbls for one section & 36” bbls. for other section. Case has black nylon protective cover. CONDITION: Case very good having residue from previous glue for nylon cover. (02-19803/MD). $400-800.

2576. LARGE LAW ENFORCEMENT LOT INCLUDING 59 BADGES. This very large & assorted group of law enforcement related items includes 59 badges of various sizes, departments, and entities. Most badges appear to date to the second half of the 20th century, but there are a few that may be earlier. There are at least 41 patches from various departments, along with a large variety of related material including uniform items, photographs, qualification badges, 2 hats, buttons, and much more. CONDITION: most items show light wear, others appear to be unissued. PROVENANCE: From the Lifelong Collection of Glen E. Mattox. (02-18723-1/BF). $1,300-1,800.

2577. POLICE BADGES & A WANTED POSTER FOR JOHN DILLINGER. This interesting lot of badges consists of 1 badge of the 6-pointed star style by Art Burnside that reads “SPECIAL 6 POLICE” on the front. / 1 Badge of the 5-pointed star style by G.D. Reese that reads “SPECIAL (star) POLICE”. / 1 Badge of the 5-pointed star style that reads “SPECIAL CAPTAIN POLICE”. / 1 Badge of the 6-pointed star style by Rubber Stamp Co. that reads “SPECIAL DETECTIVE”. / 1 Badge of the star-within-a-shield style that reads “SPOKANE 1535 SPECIAL POLICE”. / 1 Badge of the shield style by Art Burnside that reads “DEPUTY COUNTY SPECIAL POLICE”. / 1 Badge of the 6-pointed star style, missing its pin, that reads “SPECIAL (scrollwork) POLICE”. / 1 Badge of the circle-around-star style by Northwestern Stamp Works that reads “MARSHALL”. / 1 Badge of the shield style by American Stamp Works that reads “SWEENEY SPECIAL POLICE 233”. / 1 Badge of the 6-pointed star style with an unmarked reverse that reads “SWEENEY SPECIAL POLICE 233”. / 1 Badge of the shield style marked “AMERICAN STAMP WORKS” that reads “SWEENEY SPECIAL POLICE 242”. / 1 Wanted

by the US Department

PROVENANCE:

poster with fingerprints & photo for John Dillinger. Poster measures 8” square and was designed to be mailed

of Justice. CONDITION: all badges show light wear except as noted. Poster has been folded for mailing purposes.

From the Lifelong Collection of Glen E. Mattox. (02-18723-2/BF). $1,200-1,500.

2578. KAHLES K16I 1-6X24 SCOPE. Matte black finish. 1-6x power scope. SM1 illuminated reticle. Capped turrets w/ MRAD adjustments. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ manual, paperwork, rag & scope cover. CONDITION: all aspects of scope near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20622/MJC). $1300-2000.

2579. LEICA ULTRAVID 10X42 BINOCULARS. Matte black finish. High quality 10x power binoculars. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ foam inserts, manual, lens covers, factory pouch & carrying strap. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20689/MJC). $1500-2500.

2580. LEUPOLD MARK 4 ER/T 6.5-20X50MM SCOPE. Tactical style scope. Matte black finish tube. 6.5-20x power. H37 crosshair reticle. External adjustments. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ foam inserts, manual, Allen wrench, scope caps & other factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (0220610/MJC). $1500-2200.

2581. LEUPOLD MARK 6

1-6X20 SCOPE. Tactical style scope, Matte black finish. 1-6x power scope. First focal plane & illuminated CRM-W crosshair reticle. External MRAD adjustments. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ foam inserts, manual, factory paperwork, Butler Creek scope caps & Allen wrench.

CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20619/MJC). $1400-2000.

2582. LEUPOLD MARK 8 CQBSS

1.1-8X24 SCOPE. Tactical style scope. Matte black finish. 1.18x power. Illuminated crosshair first focal plane reticle. AA53 bullet drop compensator made for 77 grain 5.56 ammo. External adjustments. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ foam inserts, manual, paperwork, sun shade, scope caps & Allen range. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (0220618/MJC). $2000-3000.

2583. LEUPOLD VX-6HD 3-18X44 SCOPE. Matte black finish w/ Leupold gold ring. Scope has folding factory caps. Illuminated second focal plane Boone & Crockett reticle. External adjustments. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ foam inserts, manual, factory paperwork, battery for illuminated reticle & two Allen wrenches. CONDITION: tube shows some scattered scuffs & light scratches. Optics are near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20617/MJC). $1000-

2584. NIGHTFORCE C556 SVH 4-14X50MM F1 SCOPE WITH FACTORY BOX. SVH 4-14x50mm F1 scope manufactured by Nightforce. Illuminated optic with MOAR reticule. Black anodized aluminum construction. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with the exterior exhibit few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The

Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20642/MLW). $1,200-1,700.

2585. NIGHTFORCE C624 NX8 4-32X50MM F1 ILLUMINATED SCOPE WITH FACTORY BOX. NX8 4-42x50mm scope manufactured by Nightforce. Black anodized aluminum construction with illuminated optic and MOAR reticule. ZeroStop elevation adjustment. Exterior retains its factory inspection sticker. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20636/MLW). $1,500-2,250.

2586. SCHMIDT BENDER 1-8X24 PM II SHORT DOT CC SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. 1-8x24mm PM II Short Dot CC scope manufactured by Schmidt Bender in Germany. Aluminum construction with black anodized finish. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box with factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finish, exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a crisp and clear optic. Box exhibits mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20722/MLW). $1,500-2,250.

2587. SWAROVSKI Z5 2.4-12X50MM L PLEX SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Z5 2.4-12x50mm scope manufactured by Swarovski. Ring mount compatibility with L Plex reticule. Scope still retains its “NEW Z5” sticker. Lens covers are present. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with the exterior exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20656/MLW). $900-1,300.

2588. SWAROVSKI Z5 5-25X52 P SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Z5 5-25x52mm scope manufactured by Swarovski. Anodized aluminum

construction

retains its “Z5

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with the exterior exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable.

PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20645/MLW). $1,300-1,700.

with Plex optic. Exterior

Series” factory sticker.

2589. SWAROVSKI Z5 3.5-18X44 P SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Z5 3.5-18x44 scope with Plex reticule manufactured by Swarovski. Black anodized aluminum construction with ring mount compatibility. Exterior still retains its “Z5 Series” factory sticker. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with few minute superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20677/MLW). $1,200-1,800.

2590. SWAROVSKI Z6I 3-18X50MM II P L ILLUMINATED SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Z6i 3-18x50mm II P L scope manufactured by Swarovski in Austria. Black anodized aluminum construction with illuminated optic and BRH reticule. Exterior retains its factory “Z6 Series” sticker. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with the exterior exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling a storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20676/MLW). $1,500-2,250.

2591. SWAROVSKI Z6I 5-30X50MM II P L ILLUMINATED SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Z6i 5-30x50mm II P L scope manufactured by Swarovski in Austria. Black anodized aluminum construction with illuminated optic and BRH reticule. Exterior retains its factory “Z6 Series” sticker. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with the exterior exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling a storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20672/MLW). $2,000-3,000.

2592. SWAROVSKI Z6I 1-6X24 ILLUMINATED SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Z6i 1-6x24 scope manufactured by Swarovski in Austria. Anodized aluminum construction with 4-l illuminated reticule. Exterior retains its “Z6 Series” factory sticker. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with the exterior exhibiting minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box shows some mild exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20674/MLW). $1,500-2,250.

2593. SWAROVSKI Z8I 1-8X24MM L BRT-I ILLUMINATED SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Z8i 1-8x25mm scope manufactured by Swarovski in Austria. Black anodized aluminum construction with illuminated optic and BRT reticule. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box with sleeve, containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with exterior showing few minute superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Box and sleeve show mild exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20650/MLW). $2,000-2,750.

2594. TRIJICON TA11-D-100557 3.5x35 ACOG & RMR TYPE 2 ILLUMINATED COMBINIATION SIGHT WITH FACTORY CASE. TA-11-D-100557 3.5x35 ACOG and RMR Type 2 red dot sight manufactured by Trijicon. Aluminum alloy construction with black anodized finish. Fiber optic and tritium illumination. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory case containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with exterior exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Case is excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20662/MLW). $1,300-1,900.

2596.

ACOG

WITH

FACTORY

4x32 ACOG with top mounted RMR Type 2 red dot sight manufactured by Trijicon. Alloy aluminum construction with black anodized finish. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory black hard case containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with exterior exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Case shows some light exterior wear, but is otherwise fine. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20764/MLW). $1,200-1,800.

2595.

TA31RCO-M4CP ACOG SCOPE WITH MATCHING FACTORY CASE. TA31RCO-M4CP 4x32 ACOG scope manufactured by Trijicon for use with the US military’s M4/M4A1 platform. Aluminum alloy construction with black anodized finish. KillFlash anti-reflection device. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory black hard case containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with exterior exhibiting few minute superficial marks from handling and storage. Scope retains a clear and sharp optic. Case is excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20660/MLW). $1,1001,400.

2597.

by

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ black pouch, lens covers, manual & carrying strap. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (0220680/MJC). $900-1400.

TRIJICON

TRIJICON 4X32

& RMR TYPE 2 COMBINATION SIGHT

MATCHING

CASE.

ZEISS CONQUEST 10X50 BINOCULARS. Mfg. in Hungary

Zeiss. Matte black finish. 10x power.

PROVENANCE:

2598. ZEISS CONQUEST DL 3-12X50 SCOPE. Matte black finish. 3-12x power. Duplex crosshair #60 illuminated reticle. Capped turrets. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ manual, bikini scope cover, warranty paperwork & lens cleaner. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20630/MJC). $900-1400.

2599. ZEISS CONQUEST V6 5-30X50 SCOPE. Matte black finish. 5-30x power. Duplex crosshair number #06 reticle. External MOA adjustments. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ bikini covers, manual & factory paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent.

The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20624/MJC). $1300-1900.

2600. ZEISS CONQUEST V6 3-18X50 SCOPE. Hunting scope. Matte black finish. 3-18x power. Zeiss number #6 duplex crosshair reticle w/ illuminated dot. Capped turrets. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/, manual, paperwork & bikini cover. CONDITION: all aspects near new in box. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20635/MJC). $12001800.

2601. NEW IN BOX ZEISS VICTORY RF 42 10X42 RANGEFINDER BINOCULARS. Victory RF 10x42 bluetooth rangefinder binoculars manufactured by Zeiss. Precision target distance measuring of up to 2,300 meters, bluetooth synchronization with Zeiss Hunting app, transfer of personal ballistic data, LotuTec lens coating, and Zeiss T* lens coating. CONDITION: sealed in box. Exterior of box exhibits some marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (0220688/MLW). $2,500-3,250.

2602. ZEISS VICTORY SF 10X42 BINOCULARS. Matte black finish. High quality German mfg. optics. 10x power. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box w/ carrying case, manual, carry strap & lens covers. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas (02-20720/MJC). $1800-2500.

James D. Julia Joins Poulin Auction Company

greatly.

NFirearms Company, recently announced a special collaboration with world renowned antiques dealer, James D. Julia. Nick explained, “In the mid-1960s, my grandfather; Jim’s father, Arthur Julia, together with his wife started a small antiques shop and eventually a successful auction house. In the 1970s, Jim bought the auction business from Arthur and grew it into a world-renowned company. My parents, Steve Poulin and Jeannine Poulin, also transitioned into auctioneers and we conducted auctions literally next door to Jim for many years. When Jim sold his company in 2017, it allowed the Poulin Company an extraordinary opportunity for growth. We knew Jim’s absence from the market gave us a tremendous opportunity to grow. Over these past few years, we have grown exponentially. Last year, based on annual sales, our company generated $20 million dollars in sales making us the second largest firearms auction house in the world but of equal importance, we

sales in virtually every type of antiques you can think of. He has a panoramic knowledge of the antiques world and tremendous experience. Three-generations of marketing expertise and nearly $1 BILLION in combined total sales by the Poulin & Julia Family benefits both the buyers and sellers alike, ensuring the sellers get the maximum return for their goods and the buyers can trust the descriptions to be accurate and honest.

Jim and I have 2 goals:

1.) Help us to continue to grow our Firearms Division to take it from #2 to #1 in the world.

POULIN’S ANTIQUE DIVISION

2.Fees:My dad taught us all that there are essentially two ways to be successful in the world. One way is to charge high exorbitant prices and look out only for yourself, the other is treat your customers, both buyers and sellers, honestly and give them a good deal. Be willing to work for a fair and reasonable amount of money. (Poulin’s unquestionably offers some of the best terms in the firearms world today)

3. Results: It makes no difference what anyone charges or how honest they are, they must also produce the results. Poulin’s has certainly proven that they can produce tremendous results. Their sales have consistently grown with very strong prices including numerous world records.

established a number of new world records. Jim can now re-enter the auction marketplace and met with me to discuss how we could work together. Now, with the continuation of the family name involved with the auction industry, I frequently say, “the tradition continues”.

During Jim’s tenure in the antiques world, he has been involved in over $700 million dollars’ worth of

2.) Utilize Jim’s vast knowledge to help us build a new additional division dealing in all antiques. Going forward we will have two divisions: 1.) Specializing in Firearms, 2.) Specializing in quality antiques.

Jim Julia’s comments about the new association were, “I love the antiques and auction business and have been incredibly impressed with what Nick has done with Firearms. For years our firms conducted business in a similar form reflecting Arthur’s tutelage. Some of the many things that are important to me and the Poulin’s Auction Company are:

1 Reputation: During my lifetime, I have maintained a sterling reputation of honesty and fair dealings and that is exactly what Poulin’s is based on. I admire that

I will be working with Nick to reestablish their antiques auction division and build it into one of the major ones in North America. Our summer inaugural sale will be an exciting event and already includes an array of quality items. We are interested in all types of quality items including Folk Art, Early furniture, high end Victorian, all types of quality Chinese items, decoys, historical items, jewelry, fine Tiffany lamps and glassware, rare toys and advertising items, important coin-op items, petroleum advertising, etc.

As always, we will be offering one of the best auction experiences in the market which will include 0 % on any items of high value. I look forward with great enthusiasm to working once again with old friends and new as we go forward.”

Whether you have one item or a vast collection, you can contact them for a free consultation.

Contact James Julia: info@ffoantiques.com

P.O. Box 269, Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 742-0006

Jim Julia will serve as advisor, consultant, & auctioneer for upcoming Poulin Auctions

Extraordinary early folk art US sheriffs sign with phenomenal painted eagle. Wanted all quality folk art items 0% commission on expensive items

Phenomenal early reverse on glass railroad advertisement. Wanted all quality antique advertising and trade signs 0% commission on expensive items

Painting of ship “San Jacinto” by Antonio Jacobson. One of the largest ever created by this famous artist. Wanted all quality paintings and marine items 0% commission on expensive items

Nick Poulin welcomes James D Julia, who has recently began working with the Poulin Auction Company