Spring 2024 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction - Day 4

Premier Firearms Auction

Session 4 ~ Monday

Nick Poulin President nick@poulinauctions.com

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

Dave Sanders Chief Firearms Consultant dsanders@poulinauctions.com

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

Jackie Julia General Manager jackie@poulinauctions.com

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

Antiques & Auctions Inc.

Spring 2024

June 7, 8, 9 & 10, 2024 - 10:00AM

Preview Dates:

June 5th & 6th, 2024 - 9:00AM – 5:00PM Preview begins at 8:00AM prior to the auction Previews are also available by appointment

199 Skowhegan Road, Fairfield, ME 04937 Office: 207-453-2114 | Fax: 207-453-2192 info@poulinauctions.com | Stephen Poulin, ME Lic # 1115

Please visit our website poulinauctions.com for the online catalog, latest updates and a prices realized database of our past auctions.

Malcom MacGregor Firearms Consultant mal.macgregor @poulinauctions.com

Katya Tilton Sales Coordinator katyat@poulinauctions.com

Leonardo M. Antaris, MD Independent Firearms Specialist & Consultant

Ben Higgins Sales Coordinator benh@poulinauctions.com

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

Andy Ireland IT Specialist aireland@poulinauctions.com

Ron Gabel Firearms Consultant

Neil Whitcomb Firearms Consultant nwhitcomb@poulinauctions.com

Ralph Wood Firearms Consultant rwood@poulinauctions.com

In Loving Memory

of Hall of Fame Auctioneer

Arthur Julia & Lilla Julia

The Tradition Continues...

CONSIGNMENTS WANTED

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

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 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 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.

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.

Contact James Julia for a free consignment consultation at: or by email:

• 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.

Commission On Expensive Items & Valuable Collections

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.

Arthur & Lilla Julia

Founders

Jeannine Poulin

Stephen Poulin Treasurer

Together the two companies brought numerous famous collections to the market including; Elmer Keith Estate Collection, Evergreen Ventures Collection of Class-3 weapons, Bruce Stern Collection, Richard Rohal Collection, David Crocker Collection, John Houchins Collection, Robert Haskell III Collection, Larry Schlick Collection, Charles Lamb Collection, Lewis & Leyton Yearout Collection, Elliott Burka Collection & many more. As the two companies client bases melded and grew the event did as well. From 2008 until Jim Julia’s final auction in March 2018 the two companies in Fairfield Maine continuously held the largest grossing firearms auction event in the world generating an astonishing $15-25 MILLION in firearms sales per event.

Today, based on annual sales, our auction house (Poulin’s) is one of the top 4 firearm auction houses in the world. Our established impeccable reputation for honest & fair dealings with both buyers and sellers has been instrumental to our continued growth. We offer a unique 30 business day limited guarantee that provides a greater level of confidence from buyers. After Jim Julia’s last auction we are now the only auction house in the firearms auction industry that offers this incredible guarantee.

Our recent purchase of Jim Julia’s state-of-the-art auction facility and offices will now provide us with over 50,000 square feet of climate controlled and secure space dedicated to the promotion, presentation and efficient handling of fine firearms collections.

I could not be happier continuing to offer quality auctions in our family’s auction facilities. The presentation and atmosphere has been described by many as “electric”, “exciting”, “inviting”, & “comfortable”.

The streamlined handling of collections will continue to allow us to offer the best value to consignors and buyers in

the firearms auction industry. Our seller’s commission is the most conservative in the industry. We regularly offer our 0% or better seller’s commission to clients who are taking advantage of our aggressive marketing campaign and ultra-low seller’s commission.

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 FALL PREMIER AUCTION

November 1, 2, 3, & 4, 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 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.

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.

NOTICE TO INTERNET BIDDERS

:

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 4% charge to use their services. This amount is added to the Buyer’s Premium on your invoice.

Buyer’s Premium Breakdown

Type of Bidding Service

IN HOUSE BIDDERS:

Bidders Who Attend Our Auction In-Person or Place Their Absentee / Phone Bids Directly with Poulins

“POULIN LIVE” INTERNET

BIDDERS: Bidders Who are Using Poulin Live Internet Bidding Service - There is a 1% Fee

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

BY AMERICAN EXPRESS / VISA MASTER CARD / DISCOVER

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.

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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. (Please note, most blades can be shipped without an exporter to Canada, however there are some restrictions) 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:

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

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

• Must be typed.

• Must be signed by the FFL Holder.

• Must be accompanied by a copy of the FFL.

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

• 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 Please Read

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

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

Please Read

Firearms Condition Categories:

1. Extremely Fine: All original with 98% finish, or better, brilliant shiny bore, very crisp mechanics, shows most original finish on bolt face and loading gate, etc. Terminology may also include “As New”, “Appears to be Unfired”, etc.

2. Very Fine: All original with 94/95% to 98% finish or better, crisp mechanics, bright to brilliant bore with no rust or pitting may also include “Shows Very Little if Any Use”.

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.

(207) 453-2114 | info@poulinauctions.com

Neil Whitcomb Ralph Wood

Dave Sanders Robert French

Jeff Zimba

John Sexton Malcom MacGregor

James Julia Matt Ducharme

Marc Cammack Myles Welsh

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Guide Services

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Jackman

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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

Specialty Dining

Front and Main

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

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.

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.

Mail, Fax or Email to:

Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc

199 Skowhegan Road

Fairfield, Maine 04937

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

Fax #: 1-207-453-2192

Email: info@poulinauctions.com

FIREARMS ABSENTEE & TELEPHONE BID FORM

Office Box Bid #___________________________

Auction date:____________________

Time of Bid:_____________________

Abs. Bid:____Phone:____Both:_____

Employee Taking Bid:_____________

CC for Payment?____Shipping?_____

Print name:__________________________________________________# 1

Phone:______________________

Business name:______________________________________________ # 2 Phone:______________________

Street:______________________________________________________ Fax #:_________________________

City:_______________________________________________________

State:__________________________

Zip Code:______________________Email

Address:________________________________________________

20% dEPOSIT REQUIREd

CC#:________________________________________Exp:_________________V# (On back of card)________

Type (check 1 please): Visa _______ MC _______ discover _______ American Express _______

*** 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”.

Office

Description (Manufacturer, Model & Type)

FIREARMS AUCTION

CREDIT CARD /SHIPPING INFORMATION OFFICE USE ONLY

Please use the following card for my: Invoice____ Shipping____

Name on CC: ____________________________________________________________________

Address associated with CC:____________________________________________________________

PMT CK CC WT MO

S/H INT

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.

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leonardo M. Antaris, Md

Independent Firearms Consultant & Cataloger with Poulin Auctions

• Articles in the NRA’s American Rifleman magazine

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

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

Or visit “HistoricInvestments” on instagram

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

Visit our friend and consultant’s newly revamped website to see a plethora of quality, historic firearms!

Robert “Mike” Bricker

(Orrville, Ohio 1934 - 2023)

While most of us go decades before discovering our passions, Mike uncovered his at the very young age of 12 when his grandmother gifted him parts of his great-grandfather, Robert Sands, Civil War uniform. Robert was a Lieut. in the 102nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry, SN 31888, who was regrettably captured in September of 1864, however was exchanged in December. Robert had purchased a new outfit including sword, pistol & uniform so all of the items given to him were practically new,

including his Smith & Wesson. Infused with an appetite to learn more, Mike began reading books about the Civil War which led him to his ultimate career.

After graduating from Bowling Green University, with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, he went on to serve his county in the Army from 1956-1958. Mike later earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Kent State University and began his teaching career. He spent his entire 34-year career in the History Department at Glen Oak High School, Canton, OH and retired in 1996. Mike would teach his class with enthusiasm and is remembered by the students fortunate enough to have been part of his class as always telling interesting stories.

Due to his lust for history, Mike was a member and former President of the Orrville Historical Society. Over his years, he managed to amass about 40 S&W No. 2’s as well as written several articles for Gun Report magazine. Mike had many friends, one of which was Mr. John Hamilton. It was from Mr. Hamilton that he acquired a “beautiful Nimschke engraved, rosewood cased Smith & Wesson, SN 25202, that was given to Major Phillip Benner Wilson by the men under his command” (as described in a letter written by Mike to Mr. Curtis). This particular S&W, which is being offered in this auction, was the centerfold in a Man At Arms publication and was also included in Hamilton’s book Colt’s, History and Heroes.

Poulin Antiques & Auctions is honored to have been selected to handle this wonderful collection that belonged to Mike who genuinely honored and celebrated history. Mike knew that he was merely a temporary custodian of the items in his collection and we hope they are all fortunate enough to find their next temporary residences.

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Walter H. Olsen

Walter was born in 1944 in Southampton LI, NY. He graduated from Riverhead High School in 1962 and later met his wife, Sharon, in 1966. Together they watched their 2 sons grow into very successful individuals, each now with their own wives who have gifted them 6 beautiful grandchildren.

Without any further formal college education, Walter embarked on a career in building and construction. Walter and Sharon, together as partners, purchased a Marina/Boatyard complex in 1972. They continued to improve and expanded the facility over the years and eventually sold it in 1987. Instead of retiring, they continued the construction business and built many custom homes from Montauk to Westchester NY.

Walter and Sharon also assisted Walter’s father, Walter E. Olsen, with a Christmas tree growing and sales operation. The business was established in 1951 on the family homestead which continues to this day. Walter, together with his friend Henry Dittmer, embarked on a mission to protect private property rights in 1993. The corporation, Civil Property Rights Associates, Inc. was formed with Walter as President. Their goal was to protect the property rights of over 3000 land owners on Eastern LI whose property rights were in danger of being confiscated under the Central Pine Barrens Act. This battle continued for over a decade, ultimately saving the property rights of countless land owners.

Walter began collecting guns at the age of 14 when he was gifted. a 16ga Belgium pinfire SxS by his grandfather in New Jersey, that Walter regards as his prized piece which he still owns to this day. Walter was a successful bidder in many James D. Julia and Poulin auctions in the past where he was able to purchase several guns from the extraordinary Wes Adams Collection which will be sold in this auction.

Walter and Sharon still reside on the homestead of his birthplace with their 3 cats. This selection from his collection is reluctantly being offered at auction due to his states firearm regulations.

Walter & Sharon Olsen Olsen’s Tree Farms

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.

Martin Lane, who was born in Brooklyn and graduated from the Pratt Institute, learned to appreciate the balance of design and engineering. He traveled extensively in North America, South America, and Europe, motivated by his curiosity and interest in history. As a teenager, he worked for his father’s security firm and had run it for several decades. In his spare time, Mr. Lane liked to race his antique cars, go boating, or admire the scenery along the Hudson River. New Yorkers might see him speeding down the city streets in his antique corvette or eating at Cipriani. He began as a young entrepreneur who wanted to understand the business of antique Colt firearms, but soon developed a passion for collecting historical items, documents, & photographs related to the early history of this country; such as the American Revolution, Civil War, the Western frontier and the American Indian. He is regarded as one of the top experts in this field.

For almost six decades, Martin Lane gathered large and rare collections of historical memorabilia for his clients. He dealt with some of the finest, most expensive, and most famous Colt firearms that are unparalleled in their rarity and history. Martin’s personality and humor are great qualities that enhanced his honesty and integrity as a dealer.

John F. Kennedy once said, “History is a relentless master. It has no present, only the past rushing into the future. To try to hold fast is to be swept aside.” Martin Lane, with his passion for history held fast to the past through his amazing collections of antique Americana.

His specialty was aways firearms, but he also loved paintings and acquired a wide inventory, especially those of American Indian art. His clients include well known collectors and connoisseurs and he was consulted by specialists for appraisals for decades.

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D.R. Dunfee

United States Marine Corps

CW05 (Marine Gunner/Ret)

Personal Awards: Silver Star (An Nasiriyah, Iraq), Legion of Merit, Purple Heart (2005 Al Anbar Iraq), Meritorious Service Medal, Navy/Marine Corps Commendation (2d Award/with “V” Combat Distinguishing Device 2005-2006 Iraq, Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2d Award), Combat Action Ribbon OIF (2003-2006), Good Conduct Medal (6th Award)

Unit Awards: Navy Presidential Unit Citation (OIF 2003 with Task Force Tarawa), Joint Services Meritorious Unit Award (Cuba 1996), Navy Unit Commendation, 2d Award (26th MEU-1995, RCT-2/2005-2006 OIF), Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation (7th Award), Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation (Cuba)

Campaign Medals: National Defense Service Medal (2D Award), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with 1 star, Iraqi Campaign Medal with 3 stars, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korea Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, NATO Medal

Ribbons: Navy/Marine Corps Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (10th award/ 1 Silver star and 4 Bronze), Marine Corps Recruiting Ribbon, Marine Combat Instructor Ribbon

Badges: USMC Gold Rifle Squad Competition Badge (Commonly referred to as the Super Squad Badge), Rifle Expert (12th Award), Pistol Expert (6th Award)

Joined the USPC 15 May 1978 and Retired 1 September 2009

Ranks Held:

• Enlisted; Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal, Sergeant, Staff Sergeant, Gunnery Sergeant

• Billets: Squad Leader, Section Leader, Platoon Sergeant, Recruiting SubStation SNCOIC, Platoon Commander, Company Gunnery Sergeant

• Officer; Chief Warrant Officer 2, Chief Warrant Officer 3, Chief Warrant Officer 4, Chief Warrant Officer 5

• Billets: Battalion Gunner (3d Bn 4th Marines and 1st Bn 2d Marines), Regimental Gunner (2d Marine Regiment), RCT2 “Jump” Platoon Commander, The Basic School Gunner (All Marine Officers attend this basic Rifle Platoon Commander course prior to attending their primary MOS school), Headquarters Marine Corps, Plans, Policies and Operations (PP&O) Gunner, Infantry Weapons Officer (Marine Gunner) Occupational Field Sponsor, Marine Corps Training and Education Command Gunner.

• Retired As the Senior Marine Gunner (Infantry Weapons Officer) in the Marine Corps in 2009 and Marine Gunner Occupational Field Sponsor, Headquarters Marine Corps. Responsible for managing all Marine Gunners throughout the Marine Corps; Promotion Quotas, Orders, Selection Criteria, and Senior Mentor of newly selected Marine Gunners during initial training at The Basic School, Quantico, Virginia. Instrumental in developing the “Hulbert Award” given to Marine Gunners for outstanding leadership and performance awarded each year at the Ground Board Dinner hosted by the Deputy Commandant, Plans, Policies and Operations DC (PP&O) Implemented the first Marine Gunner Specific Military Occupational Skill (MOS) School; “Infantry Weapons Officers Course (IWOC)” at The Basic School, Quantico, VA. This Course is now attended by every Marine Gunner upon completion of the Warrant Officers Basic Course. Participated in the development of the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR) based on the HK416 platform by Heckler & Koch and modernization of MCB Quantico Training support areas and ranges in support of the Basic School where all Marine Officers are trained prior to attending their Military Occupational Schools for their primary military occupational specialties. Increased Marine Gunner end strength in order to support assignment of Active Component Marine Gunners at each Marine Corps Reserve Infantry Battalion.

Published Articles in the Marine Corps Gazette; Ambush Alley Revisited vol 88 Is 3 (March 2004) as well as Leatherneck Magazine; ‘So what is a Marine Gunner?’. “Improving the Marine Corps Reserve Infantry Battalion (supporting author as Subject Matter Expert), Marine Corps Gazette 100th Year of service April 2013 (page 46), The Infantry Squad Immersive Training Environment, Warfighter enhancement activities, small unit excellence.

Civilian Government Service: (Department of the Navy) USMC Ranges and Training Area Management Branch, Training and Education Command, Infantry Training Systems Portfolio Manager 2009-2013.

Civilian Award: Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Medal, the third highest honorary award in the Navy and Marine Corps granted for meritorious civilian service or high value contribution that greatly benefited the Navy/Marine Corps. It recognizes achievements that have far reaching command wide impact.

Ships Deployed on: USS Frederick (LST 1184) “The Fast Freddie”, USS Dubuque (LPD-8) “The Da Puke”, USS Tortuga (LSD-46) “The Turtle”, USS Guam (LPH-9) “The Going Under Any Minute”, USS Ponce (LPD-15) “The Mighty Lion”

Deployments:

1- 1980- 1st Unit Deployment Program (UDP) deployment by unit (Tow Platoon) in the Marine Corps to Okinawa, Japan assigned to 1st Tracked Vehicle Battalion Camp Schwab. Participated in Team Spirit 1980 Republic of South Korea.

2- 1982-UDP Okinawa Japan, Participated in Team Spirit 82 Republic of South Korea Joint Training Program Mount Fuji Japan with the Japanese Self Defense Forces

3- 1986/87 Permanent Personnel-9th Marine Regiment Okinawa Japan, participated in Team Spirit 86 and Balikatan 86 Republic of the Philippines, Participated in Far Eastern Division Marine Corps Rifle and Pistol Matches as part of 9th Marine Regiments Rifle Team

4- 1994 BLT 3/2, 26th MEU, Mediterranean Deployment Aboard USS Tortuga (LSD-46) and USS Guam (LPH-9), Participated in the 50th Anniversary of D-Day (England and Normandy France), Tunisian Amphibious Exercise, Tunisia; Spanish Amphibious Exercise, Almeria, Spain; Joint Training exercise, Camp de Conjuers, France; Exercise Dynamic Guard; Operation Deny Flight UN no-fly zone in Bosnia and Herzegovina as part of the Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP) standby force; Romanian Naval Infantry Joint Exercise, Constanta, Romania; NATO Exercise, Turkey; Operation Restore Hope, Somalia; Operation African Rifle Kipini Kenya, Africa

5- Ports visited-Torquay, England; Cherbourg, France; Souda Bay, Crete; Haifa, Israel;Constanta, Romania; Samsun, Turkey; Palma & Almeria, Spain; Toulon, France; Aksaz Karaagac, Turkey; Brindisi, Italy; Cape Serrat, Tunisia; Rota, Spain

6- 1995 3d Battalion 2d Marines, Joint Task Force 160 Guantanamo Bay Cuba, Cuban and Haitian Refugee Operations

7- 1996 Unit Deployment Program (UDP) 3d Battalion 2d Marines Okinawa, Japan as India Company Company Gunnery Sergeant.

8- 1999 Unit Deployment Program (UDP) 3d Battalion 4th Marines, Okinawa Japan, Joint Exercises in Pohang Korea and Aibano Training Area, main island of Honshu Japan.

9- 2001 Unit Deployment Program (UDP) 3d Battalion 4th Marines, Okinawa Japan, Joint Exercises with 1st and 2d Republic of Korea (ROK Marine Corps Units in Pohang and Gimpo South Korea. Deployed during September 11th Attacks in the US.

10- January 2003- 1st Battalion 2d Marines, Task Force Tarawa. Deployed on Jan 11th as part of Task Force Tarawa and participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom I. Battalion fought as lead element of Task Force Tarawa in the Battle of An Nasiriyah. 1st Battalion 2d Marine Regiment, rescued elements of the 502d maintenance battalion during the initial stages of the battle as well as participating in the recovery of Private Jessica Lynch with US Special Forces.

11- February 2005- March 2006 Regimental Combat Team 2, Operation Iraqi Freedom III-IV. Participated in 14 major operations in Al Anbar Province Iraq. Conducted over 300 vehicle born patrols as the regimental command post (Jump) security commander. Participated in Operation Matador, Operation Liberty Express, Operation Steel Curtain, Operation Spear, Operation Sword, Operation New Market, Operation Quick Strike.

Units Served with:

• 1st Battalion 4th Marines, Alpha Company, Weapons Platoon Machine Gun Section as an 0331 machine gunner

• 1st Battalion 4th Marines, Bravo Company, Super Squad as a rifleman and received Secondary MOS of 0311 rifleman.

• 3d Tank Battalion, TOW (Heavy Anti-Armor Missile System) Company, 1st Platoon

• 1st Tracked Vehicle Battalion, TOW Platoon

• 1st Tank Battalion, TOW Company, Headquarters Section

• Infantry Training School (West) TOW Instructor

• 9th Marine Regiment TOW Platoon

• School Of Infantry West-Machine Gun Chief Instructor, Charlie Company Weapons Platoon Commander

• Recruiting 4th Marine Corps District- RS Louisville, Kentucky

• 3d Battalion 2d Marines, Weapons Company Heavy Weapons Chief (TOW’s and Heavy Machine Guns) Combined Anti Armor Platoon (CAAT).

• 3d Battalion 2d Marines, India Company Gunnery Sergeant

• Marine Barracks 8th & I Street, Washington D.C. Infantry Course Writer for the Marine Corps Institute (MCI) and participated at the Friday Evening Parades Marine Barracks 8th & I Street, and Twilight Parades (Marine Corps Memorial Arlington National Cemetery) as a dignitary escort and receptionist.

• 3d Battalion 4th Marines Battalion Gunner, Headquarters Company, S-3 Section

• 1st Battalion 2d Marines Battalion Gunner, Headquarters Company, S-3 Section

• 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Regimental Gunner, Special Staff

• Regimental Combat Team (RCT)-2, Regimental Gunner Al Anbar Provence, Iraq

• The Basic School (Quantico, VA) Gunner/Headquarters Marine Corps Plans, Policies and Operations Gunner

• Marine Corps Training and Education Command Gunner, Quantico VA Military Courses/Schools attended:

• NCO Course, Basic Instructors Course, SNCO Career Course, Recruiters School,

• SNCO Advanced Course, Curriculum Developers Course, Small Arms Weapons

• Instructor Course, The Basic School (Quantico, VA) Warrant Officers Basic Course,

• Infantry Officers Course, Assault Breeching Course (Military Demolitions Course),

• Sniper Officer Employment Course, Advanced Machine Gun Leaders Course, Basic

• Mortarman Course SOI West, Advanced Mortar Leaders Course, Basic Assaultman’s

• Course SOI West, Advanced Anti-Armor Leaders Course, Mountain Warfare Training Center (Summer Rock Package), ROK Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training

• Pohang, Korea, USMC Jungle Warfare Training Package, Northern Training Area (NTA)

• Okinawa, Japan, Primary Marksmanship Instructors Course.

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. The first shop was on the second floor in a tiny office 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.

(October 13, 1952 – March 15, 2023)

The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd.

Terrence Mathewson McCarty

Terrence was born in Miami, Florida in 1944. His life-long passion for firearms was certainly fostered by my father, who was a full Col. in USAF. Besides being stationed at Okinawa, the family also lived in Washington, DC and Omaha, Nebraska before returning to Miami in the mid-60s. Terry received a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at Florida Atlantic University, an MBA at University of South Florida and worked for IBM. He enlisted into the USAF during the Vietnam war and was Honorably discharged as a Stg.

During our time at Offutt Airforce base in Omaha, he joined the local NRA and was known for his marksmanship. It was during the late 90s, that he earnestly began collecting and dealing in firearms and was frequently an exhibitor at the various Florida guns shows as well as Knob Creek. He was a long-term member and range officer at the Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club. His interest in arms was eclectic, but with an eye on value, particularly for machine guns.

In dealing with his estate, I have had the pleasure of meeting a number of his gun friends. Truly his most important legacy, to me, is the new friends I have made. I asked Keith, being one of Terry’s closet friends if he would say a few words about my brother, as he knew him not only as a rifleman but a true friend, such follows:

“Terry was normally a private person. That changed when firearms were the topic of discussion. His conversation opener to the public was his gun show tables topped with a multi-shot 25mm Manville Gas Gun, Reising Model 55 with Paramarine Jump Case, or a few Jatimatic SMG’s. His opener with his shooting friends was “what do you think of …….”. He was always eager to learn and invited

others to enjoy his passion. He was an avid supporter of the Second Amendment and spent many hours at the local gun club helping with the facilities and running matches, the monthly SMG competition being one of his favorites. In his residential neighborhood, he invited families to the range to learn safe gun handling skills and marksmanship. Being considerate of the lives of his customers, Terry was thoughtful to recognize the family and even the pets of his customers. He was the nicest and most generous friend I’ve ever had the opportunity to meet.

It is said you are not gone until folks stop telling stories about you. I can tell you first-hand that Terry is going to be around for a long time.”

I sincerely hope that you will find the same kind of appreciation for Terry’s collection that my brother and dive buddy did. I will miss him dearly.

Enjoy, John McCarty

Poulin Antiques & Auctions is extremely proud to bring Terry’s collection to auction. While reviewing the inventory, we have discovered a treasure trove or firearms, parts & accessories that we are very excited to share with you. This is one of many upcoming sessions in which we will be offering a large variety of rare, unique & nearly impossible to find firearms, parts & accessories.

Unveiling

the The Lifelong Collection of

We are extremely proud to offer the Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. Many of the items from his collection are featured in his publications U.S. Military Automatic Pistols 1894 - 1920 U.S. Military Holsters and Related Accoutrements &

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Milton E. B. von Damm

Milton “Milt” was born in 1936 in Berkeley, California and raised about 40 miles south in Los Gatos, which was, in the 1940’s and 1950’s, an agricultural working - class community. He worked his way through San Jose State University and in the early 1960’s held a non- partisan financial analyst position for the California Legislature. A vice president from the office of, The President of the multi-campuses at the University of California, approached him about helping to seek State funding to continue the creation and growth of three new general campuses. By the late 1970’s, the provision of state funding for public Universities nationally, increasingly had to include student tuition. In 1980, needing to respond to the needs of a growing family, Milt turned his full attention to apartment ownership for future financial security and coin laundries for current cash flow.

Interest in collecting antique fur trade arms and related trade goods began with, curiously entering a coin store in the French Quarter in New Orleans, wondering why a coin store was also selling guns. Due to the desire to learn more about black powder guns and the history of the progression of their firing technology, Milt bought a US military flintlock. The need for a strategy to grow a collection without setting off alarms at home, resolved itself, by saving the coin profit from the vending machines in the coin laundries. The transfer in interest to artifacts associated with the fur trade, was inevitable because of his interest in early Western history.

has involved building a library, traveling to gun shows and belonging to organizations like the Kentucky Rifle Association, having served a term on the Board of Directors of the American Society of Arms Collectors, a partial term on the Guidance Council of the University of California at Berkley’s Bancroft Library and the Presidency of the Jedediah Smith Society. Milt is a long time member and supporter of the Museum of the Fur Trade, located in Chadron, Nebraska, and is also a member of the Rocky Mountain Fur Trade Museum, located in Pinedale, Wyoming, the heart of the annual fur trade Rendezvous from 1824 to 1840.

Since purchasing the military flintlock musket in 1980, learning

Milt’s publications include, The Fur Trade; A History of Arms and Fur Trade Goods, 2013 and articles in various arms and fur trade publications over the years.

William Blount

This extraordinary, discerning collection of rare Marlins is one of the finest single owner collections to come to auction in recent years. It was carefully assembled over time by Mr. William Blount.

William Blount grew up watching westerns, and the first gun he ever purchased was a Marlin 336. From there he developed a love of the rifles of the old west, particularly Marlins. Over decades, it became his goal to own a collection of antique Marlins, focusing on only factory engraved, original condition rifles from the 1800’s (Marlin models 1881 - 1897).

Master Sergeant Vincent A. Pestilli

The Diverse working Reference Collection of 200 Guns Master Sergeant Vincent A. Pestilli

Poulin Auction is honored to offer firearms & accessories from the diverse working reference collection of Master Sergeant Vincent A. Pestilli at our premier auction in June of 2024. Master Sergeant Vincent A. Pestilli entered the US Army in November of 1960. With an MOS in Air Defense, he graduated from Nike Ajax Missile School, Ft. Bliss, TX, as a Launcher Crewman. Vin worked on several underground missile bases in and around the Boston area, during the Cold War. In 1968, because of his knowledge & interest in small arms weapons, Vin re-enlisted in the Army Reserves as Infantry MOS. Of 11B50HRA5, in the 26th Infantry Division, Boston, MA, where he served in Military Intelligence from 15 Feb 1968 to 24 Aug 1969. After the TET Offensive in 1968, the Army re-organized all the Army Reserve National Guard Units into the SRF, Strategic Reserve Forces. It consisted of National Guard Units selected for mobilization for service in Vietnam. During this time period, 1968 into the 1970s, he was Infantry Platoon SGT in the 2/181 Inf. Mech. 26th ID. Combat Support Co. During that time, he was seriously injured in an Army training accident. After spending three months recuperating, he continued teaching the Foreign Weapon’s courses.

In the early 1970’s, Pestilli started teaching weapons familiarization courses in the Army Reserve, to units prior to their deployment, specializing in WARSAW Pact guns that they may soon be encountering. His students included Special Forces Teams & Law Enforcement organizations worldwide and developed highly effective courses including his H&K NATO Weapons Familiarization Course. His courses were unique, with a highly tuned personal attention to detail because unlike many instructors, he didn’t simply procure rack weapons from an armory, but he had built a 200–gun personal working reference collection and utilized his OWN firearms for his classes. Alumni of his courses include 10th, 11th, 19th, 20th Special Forces Groups. US Navy Seal Team 2, 101st Airborne, Ft. Campbell, Kentucky, the Canadian Special Forces, Petawawa, Ontario, the Canadian Navy, HMCS, Charlottetown, Halifax, NS., as well as groups from several foreign NATO Nations. Vin also trained members from Maine, NH, MA, CT, NJ and the PA State Police. During the Gulf War, MSG. Pestilli trained the 972 MP. Co., 1058 Trans. Co. and many smaller units prior to their deployment to Saudi Arabia. These units were from the Massachusetts National Guard.

& Ammo for his classes. During this time Vin Pestilli’s unique military position brought this new venture opportunities that only expanded by his attending classes such as the following; Advanced H&K Submachine Gun Training at H&K in Chantilly, VA, in 1984, Russian Foreign Weapons Course at Foreign Military Intelligence Group at the US Army Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Maryland, in 1988, the NRA Submachine Gun Training at Law Enforcement Police Academy in NJ, in 1989, US Army Counter Terrorism Training School at Ft. Meade, Maryland, in 1992, 9MM Pistol at H&K Law Enforcement Academy, VA, in 1993, Sig Sauer Rifle and Handgun Course in Tyson’s Corner, VA, 1993, Sako Manufacturing Sporting Arms Rifle Training in Riihimaki, Finland, 1986, Valmet Manufacturing Co. Russian Military Weapons Course – AK47 Systems in Jyvaskla, Finland, 1986, Browning Fabrique National Military Weapons Training in Herstal Belgium, 1982, Steyr-Daimler-Puch Sniper Rifle & Handgun Training at Steyr Austria, 1982, Llama Gabilondo Handgun Course in Victoria Spain, in 1975, Luigi Franchi Company Shotgun Training in Brescia Italy in 1974, Benelli Shotgun Training in Urbino Italy in 1998-2012. In 1987 Vin received the SAIROC Small Arms Bronze US Army Weapons Teaching Certificate, H&K Oberndoff Germany yearly Weapons Training classes 1983 through 1999.

Vin’s 11 Bravo Training Co. conducted a Foreign Weapons course for the Maine National Guard, 1st B.N. 126th Aviation Regt. on May 5th & 6th, 2007, before they deployed to Afghanistan. Concurrent with his military career, Pestilli & Associates was founded in 1971 with a focus on firearms in the law enforcement industry. Pestilli & Associates had a Federal Firearms License and a Class III Machine Gun License and was able to purchase Guns

Still today, Vincent Pestilli & Associates, continue to represent numerous manufactures of firearms & accessories covering a territory spanning New England and the surrounding Northeastern States.

In 1971, 11 Bravo Training Company was incorporated into the business plan to train US Military Special Forces as well as law enforcement personnel, with a focus on foreign weapon systems they may encounter during the performance of their duties in

During this time Pestilli also worked for Northeastern University, Boston, MA, ROTC, Rensselaer Poly Tech, Troy, NY, Suny College, Albany, NY and Siena College in Loudenville, NY, Department of Military Science & ROTC Training. He started shooting competitively in the 1970’s through the 1990’s and held the position of Marksmanship Program Coordinator of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. Vin was the NCO1C of SARTS (Small arms readiness training unit).

Master Sergeant Pestillis’ relationship with numerous major firearms manufacturers in so many different professional capacities, allowed him to build an extremely impressive & unique working reference collection. As typical for any firearms factory representatives, it was normal to receive several sales samples of the same firearm, where they were often shipped with consecutive serial numbers. Numerous consecutively numbered pairings are included in this auction, which is a rare & desirable opportunity for advanced collectors.

The expanse of this collection covers such a wide berth of shooting interest, due to Master Sergeant Pestillis’ long career

in the civilian sales industry, combined with his long military training career. From consecutive saddle ring carbines to consecutive Smith & Wesson revolvers, to rare, desirable sniper rifles and both opposing NATO & Combloc military guns, you will find them here.

This is an important collection of firearms that didn’t sit static behind glass or in a steel safe, but were utilized over 40 years to keep law enforcement & military troops safer by training with such unique arms prior to deployment. We are pleased to offer such an important collection to you.

Master Sergeant Pestilli served in the US Army, active and reserve, for 41 years, 1 month and 27 days. After retiring in 2002 from the Army, Vin became a US Army Foreign Weapons Government Contractor from June 28th, 2002 to 2023, and he performed his last class for the US Army Special Forces Association, Chapter 54, Boston, MA on Sept. 23, 2023, in Fryeburg Maine. MSG. Pestilli is a life member of the American Legion, the Disabled American, (DAV), the 26th Infantry Division Association and US Army Special Forces Association, Chapter 54, Boston, MA.

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.

4001. RARE ROBBINS AND LAWRENCE JENNINGS BREACH LOADING SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 54 Rocket Ball. S# NSN. Bbl. 26 1/4” round. On Dec. 25, 1849 Lewis Jennings was granted a patent for his improvement of the Hunt rifle. Jennings improvement used a rackand-pinion system that allowed loading in one forward and one returning stroke of the ring trigger. This rifle utilized the loaded bullets and pill priming mechanism of Hunt’s earlier rifle. Robbins and Lawrence of Windsor, VT were contracted to produce the rifle. The action was expensive to produce and so unreliable that few repeating rifles were made. The majority of Jennings rifles were made as single shot breach loaders. The iron action of this rifle has simple scroll engraving influenced by Kentucky style muzzle loading rifles. Left side of action has a weakly visible Robbins and Lawrence / Windsor, VT. address followed by partially visible C.P. Dixon Agent and patent markings. Top of action is fitted with a circular pill priming feed device. Hammer has a long extension to fire a pill primer which was seated on the rear of the bullet as the action was closed. Bottom of bbl. is fitted with a wiping rod tube. Brass blade front sight with fixed rear sight mounted on the forward portion of the receiver. The straight grip walnut stock is fitted with a crescent steel buttplate. Left side of stock has added oval brass plate. CONDITION: metal has a partial varnish coating over a cleaned gray brown appearance showing general light pitting. Stock is cracked at wrist with chips around top tang and buttplate showing numerous dents and marks. Functioning mechanism. Bore is surprisingly bright with sound rifling. (01-25252/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4002. VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS CO. VOLCANIC NAVY LEVER ACTION PISTOL. Caliber: 41. Serial Number: 190. In July, 1855, the company name was changed to Volcanic Repeating Arms from Smith & Wesson. Barrel: 8” octagon. Top barrel flat is marked “THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN, CONN. FEB. 14, 1854”. Magazine loads by sliding brass follower forward and rotating the barrel shroud. Lever operated brass action. Blade front sight with fixed U notch rear sight. 2 piece walnut grips. Approximately 1,500 of these pistols were manufactured with 8” barrels, 1855-57. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: wood presentation box. Lid has brass oval plate with straight line brass inlay highlights. Green velour fitted interior. Casing is in good condition showing handling marks on exterior. CONDITION: barrel and magazine tube have dull blue in protected areas fading to brown showing scattered spots of corrosion. Brass frame shows a very light patina. Original grip finish shows wear spot with scattered scratches and marks. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-25251/DS). ANTIQUE. $12,000-18,000.

Extremely Fine Early Henry Rifle Of George Washington Morrill, Abolitionist, And Member Of The Underground Railroad Lot 4003

4003. EXTREMELY FINE EARLY HENRY RIFLE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON MORRILL, ABOLITIONIST, AND MEMBER OF THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD. Cal. 44, S# 1609. Standard configuration of early 1863 made brass frame rifle, 14 shot integral magazine, “HENRY’S PAT. OCT.16. 1860 / MANUFACT’D BY THE NEW HAVEN ARMS. CO. NEW HAVEN. CT” roll stamped on top octagonal barrel flat. Rifle is in remarkable condition retaining most of its original finish. Rifle had been in Morrill family home for 6 generations, till sold in 1979 to David Condon. George Washington Morrill (1818-1886), his biography which has signed affidavit tells Morrill’s history as anti-slavery politician and member of the underground railroad, industrialist, from prominent Massachusetts family. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: signed illustrated 3 page history of GW Morrill by James Morrill, 6th generation descendent. CONDITION: extremely fine, all original and matching, retaining 90% original blue finish to barrel, brass is smooth with staining, lever & hammer “uncleaned” with iron patina and light pitting, stock retains virtually all varnished finish, mechanics crisp, sharp rifled bore. (01-25241/JS). ANTIQUE. $75,000-125,000.

Unique Factory Engraved Henry Rifle, Stock Decorated By California Master Carver Jose Domingo Batz, 1880

prices realized, according to the Transactions of the California State Agricultural Society, Batz exhibited his canes in 1882, 1883, and 1884 and were winners of awards. The University of California Museum, Berkley reported an important gift in 1887 of cane with 200 carved animals by Batz. This unique Henry rifle factory engraved by Samuel Hoggson in about 1865 was most likely the property of prominent rancher Batz whose home Rosa de Castilla on 700 acres is where University of California, Los Angeles sits today, the large “Batz Memorial Rose Garden” on campus is named in honor of the Batz family. There are no other known firearms carved by Batz, intricately carved canes are well known. His canes are identically signed “J.D. BATZ” and at least one shows same motif of Indians hunting bear with bow and arrow. Stock is well fit with exquisite executed scenes of “deer hunting” & “bear hunting” and so titled on bottom. The arrows are detailed sticking out of bear who has trampled one native American & is mauling him. Since this is the only rifle known, it is thought to have been his, a perfect weapon to have around the historic adobe house originally built in 1776. Regardless, this is beautiful piece of art in a firearm from prominent Los Angeles family of the late 19th century. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of research. CONDITION: Good-very good overall, rifle has seen use, engraving worn with scattered dings & dents, having smooth medium mustard patina. Barrel has no external S#, but stock, frame, & butt plate are matching 8227 and “E” for engraved. Barrel is gray patina with sharp address. Mechanics are sloppy and need attention, good rifled bore. Stock is well fit and carving all crisp & discernible. J. D. Batz signature sharp at left toe, and date “1880” on left below butt plate tang. PROVENANCE: William “Bill” Myers. (01-24548/JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-45,000.

Very Fine Henry 1860 Rifle

4005. HENRY 1860 REPEATING LEVER ACTION

Cal. 44 HRF. S# 2170. Bbl. 24 1/4”, octagon with integral 15-round magazine tube. Bbl. shroud rotates for loading. German silver blade front sight with added brass V-notch rear sight in dovetail; receiver dovetail is open. Brass frame with lever latch. The lower tang is stamped “W.” Walnut stock with an early-style rounded heel brass buttplate has an inletted sling swivel on the left side. The left inside of the lower tang and inside toe of the buttplate, along with the top tang channel of the stock, are stamped with the matching serial number “2170.” Stock and buttplate screws are also stamped with matching numbers. Approximately 14,000 Henry rifles were manufactured in 1860–66. The Henry rifle was considered revolutionary during the Civil War. CONDITION: very nice rifle. The brass action and buttplate exhibit a natural light patina. Bbl., magazine tube, hammer, and lever have faded to brown. The breech end of the bbl. has a series of dents on the side flats. The stock appears to be unsanded and has a good fit to the metal, having a dark, aged appearance and showing some handling marks. Good mechanics. The dark, lightly pitted bore has lightly worn, intact rifling. (01-24320/DS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

Lot 4006

Very Fine Civil War

Henry Rifle

4006. VERY FINE CIVIL WAR HENRY RIFLE. Cal. 44. S# 6684. This rifle was made mid-1864, at height of Henry’s demand among soldiers who could afford the most modern repeating rifle of its day with 15 shot capacity. Standard configuration, 24” octagonal barrel stamped “HENRYS PATENT. OCT. 16, 1860” / “MANUFACT’D BY THE NEW HAVEN ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CT.” & SN “6684”, integral magazine tube, pivoting muzzle section for loading, folding long range tang sight, fixed notched rear sight, and German silver blade front sight. Stocked in oil finished slightly burled walnut, brass crescent buttplate with trap for 4-piece steel & brass cleaning rod, “Henry bump” just under inset sling swivel. This is a beautiful survivor retaining original blue on barrel, smooth fine brass frame. Matching S# 6684 observed on barrel, frame tang, stock, and buttplate. CONDITION: fine overall, all original & matching, barrel has strong areas of blue, especially in protected areas, balance mottled plum/gray patina, brass is smooth light mustard patina, sharp edges. Hammer retains muted case colors, lever & trigger have traces of finish, overall a smooth gray/brown patina, light pitting. Stock is fine with scattered cosmetic blemishes, the 4” long tang sight has made small dent in top of comb. Mechanically fine, strong crisp rifled bore. Most Civil War produced Henry’s saw hard use and rarely have any finish. Accompanying brass mounted sling is very good. 4-piece cleaning rod is very good. (01-25327/JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-30,000.

4007. 01-24454 HENRY MODEL 1860 HALF NICKEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 Henry Rimfire. S# 2730. The Henry repeating rifle is one of the most iconic arms of the Civil War & western expansion periods in U.S. history. Approx. 14,000 were mfg. 1860-66. Bbl. 24” octagon w/ integral 15 shot magazine. Brass action has full nickel finish that appears to be added. Left side of action at front is marked with unidentified straight line & curved markings. Walnut stock w/ early style nickel finished brass trapdoor buttplate & having inletted sling swivel on left side. Front sling swivel is bbl. mounted & adorned w/ a 1 1/2” beaded leather ornament. Wrist of stock has coarse added checkering. Left inside of lower tang & inside of buttplate toe are marked w/ matching S# 2730. Top tang channel of stock has number that appears to read “3730”. Buttplate screws are numbered to the rifle. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube finish has faded to gray showing scattered light corrosion. Action retains over 80% dull nickel refinish showing some green verdigris on lower tang. Buttplate retains 50% nickel. Forward top tang screw is not present. Stock has dark added finish over dents & handling marks. Sound mechanics. Lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-24454/DS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

of included research “After extensive research and more than 50 years of seeking a lower serial number marking on the first Winchester the 1866, which also has been engraved- the writer has concluded that No. 13187 is indeed the first engraved Winchester presently known to the collecting fraternity”. Bbl. 20”, carbine style. First-model 1866 flatside carbine with King’s Improvement loading system. First-model 66s are easily distinguishable by their lack of forearm flare. The brass receiver has full-coverage engraving of the style done in the workshop of Louis Daniel Nimschke. The left side of the receiver features the Mexican eagle and snake. Balance of receiver sides have vine-type foliate scroll with punch-dot backgrounds. The upper left edge of the receiver is engraved “F. Maximiliano.” The upper right side is engraved “Empetador de Mejico.” It is believed that the Emperor Maximilian engraving was added at a later date. The primary receiver engraving likely done in the shop of L. D. Nimschke is believed to be correct, and as much as this may be the earliest known factory-engraved Winchester rifle, The model 1866s were serial numbered in the same range as the approximately 14,000 Henry rifles and overlapped with Henry serial numbers. Magazine band-mounted front sight with folding leaf rear sight. This rare carbine had a silver-finished action with a blued bbl. and mag. tube and a case-colored hammer and lever. Walnut carbine forearm and straight grip stock with brass crescent trapdoor rifle buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: included is a 17-page binder of information from noted author R. L. Wilson. Mr. Wilson speculates that it is logical that Oliver Winchester would have presented the first engraved Winchester to Emperor Maximilian due to the importance of establishing foreign sales. The binder goes on to discuss the merits of this rare carbine, the history of Winchester, and his pursuit of international sales for his new rifle. Mr. Wilson ends his narrative with the following paragraph: “Considering all its many features, the writer regards Serial No. 13187 Model 1866 as an icon in the history of arms collecting. This historic work of art will be featured in future editions of the author’s Winchester: An American Legend book, as well as in future Winchester engraving titles and in any further tributes by the author to the artistry of L.D. Nimschke.” CONDITION: the action retains over 10% silver finish in protected areas, showing a pleasing dark tarnish. The remnants of the brass receiver and buttplate exhibit a pleasing mustard patina. Bbl., mag. tube, hammer, and lever have faded to gray, showing intermittent light corrosion. The stock and forearm show evidence of old refinishing, having numerous scratches, handling marks, and small dents. The toe of the stock is missing a small chip. The saddle ring appears to be a replacement. Good mechanics. Bore is generally bright with a lightly worn rifling. (01-24316/ DS). ANTIQUE. $30,000-50,000.

Cal. 44 HCF. S# 151153. Bbl. 20” w/ fixed front finished bbl. & mag. tube w/ case colored hammer, lever & trigger. Brass action has saddle ring on left side w/ fire blued loading gate & screws. Replacement band fastened trapdoor carbine buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: records check from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing in warehouse on December 06, 1877 / To Round barrel - August 02, 1879 / Shipped from warehouse on August 04, 1879, Order number 16406”. Also includes 3 piece cleaning rod held in stock compartment. CONDITION: fine as restored. Bbl., mag. tube & small parts retain 98% reblued finish. Hammer, lever & trigger retain 98% restored case colors. Brass has artificially aged appearance having an unnatural red-toned tarnish. Replacement wood has

Left side of action has staple mounted saddle ring. Carbine forearm & straight grip walnut rifle stock w/ crescent trapdoor buttplate. Forearm & wrist of stock have added custom hand checkering. Stock has added inletted style sling swivel w/ bale style swivel mounted on forearm band. Mfg. 1890. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: binder of information about Adolphe Jansen & King Leopold II. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube have faded brown appearance w/ scattered light pitting. Breech end of bbl. has wrench marks. Action is polished bright showing scattered small dents & marks. Forearm & stock have heavy coat of added finish over worn checkering & scattered scratches & marks. Dark pitted bore w/ partially intact rifling. Sound action. (01-24296/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

Stock has an added wood repair right of the top tang w/ small chips and a crack on the left side. Bore retains sound rifling, showing small spots of very light pitting. Sound action. Some action screws show screwdriver distortion. (01-24489/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4013A. RARE MODEL 1866 WINCHESTER GREEN LABEL 44 RIMFIRE 38” overall opened, 25” closed, 2” objective lens, engraved “E & G Blunt / New York / Improved”. CONDITION: fair, objective lens cracked, leather cover cracked and crazed, old label chipped and partial. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22759/JS). $3,000-4,000.

4015. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 258120B. Bbl. 20” round carbine style. German silver pinned blade front sight w/ carbine leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Action has staple fastened saddle ring on left side. Replacement band fastened carbine forearm & straight grip stock w/ steel carbine trapdoor buttplate. Blue finish w/ case colored lever, trigger & buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Type: Carbine / Caliber: 44 / Received in warehouse on April 27, 1888 / Shipped from warehouse on September 20, 1888, order number 12190”. Also includes an original 3 piece cleaning rod held in stock compartment. CONDITION: beautifully restored carbine. Bbl. & action retain 99% blue showing faint edge wear on high points w/ small handling marks on bbl. Lever & hammer retain beautiful restored case colors. Buttplate case coloring has a dark appearance w/ small spots of wear. Brass buttplate trapdoor has a dark patina. Carrier shows a very light patina appearance. Some markings are recut. Stocks have very good open grain finish. Crisp action. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-25247/DS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-10,000.

4016. EXCEPTIONAL WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION MUSKET. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 570163B. Bbl. 30” round w/ Barleycorn front sight & graduated leaf musket rear sight. Musket length mag. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer, trigger & lever. 3 band fastened walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ case colored musket trapdoor buttplate & sling swivels. Mfg. 1902. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: an unmarked triangular blade socket bayonet. Bayonet has been cleaned bright. CONDITION: very fine, retaining over 97% blue & case colored finish. Receiver shows small spots of pitting & fine scratches. Very good wood finish showing scattered dents & handling marks. Bright near excellent bore. (24-787/DS). CURIO. $6,000-8,500.

4017. HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION MUSKET WITH CODY LETTER. Cal. 44-40 W.C.F. S# 571281. Bbl. 30”. Model 1873 lever action musket mfg. by Winchester in 1903. The top of the rnd. bbl. is marked “WINCHESTER’S REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./ KING’S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860.”, with the cal. designation “44 W.C.F” stamped over the top at the breech. Receiver, bbl., and bbl. bands exhibit their original factory blue finish, with the lever, hammer, and buttplate exhibiting their original factory case color hardened finish. Smooth American walnut straight grip buttstock with full musket length forearm. Blade front sight with ladder rear sight. Buttplate features a brass trapdoor. Cleaning rods are not present. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Museum letter indicating that the S# was applied on August 19th of 1903, the rifle was received in the warehouse on September 15th of 1903, and was then subsequently shipping from the warehouse on September 18th of 1903 (Order Number: 13880). CONDITION: metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some superficial handling marks and some concentrated spots of light to mild wear (primarily on the 2 rearmost bbl. bands and around the muzzle) that show through to gray and brown patinas, with a few small scattered spots of light pitting and surface oxidation overall. Lever and hammer retain the majority of their original vibrant case color hardened finish, with the buttplate exhibiting wear overall and retaining fair to good amounts of case coloring on the tang. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise presents nicely and remains sturdy and serviceable. An extremely attractive and high condition example of a Winchester Model 1873 musket. (24-1470/MLW). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

4018. WINCHESTER 1873 TRAPPER LEVER ACTION

SRC. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 324028B. Bbl. 16” round carbine style. Barleycorn front sight w/ carbine folding leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer, lever & buttplate. 8” Trapper length walnut forearm (1” shorter than standard). Straight grip stock w/ carbine trapdoor buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Serial number applied on December 14, 1889 / Type: Carbine / Caliber: 44 / Barrel Length: 16 inches / Received in warehouse in January 06, 1890 / Shipped from warehouse on January 07, 1890, Order number 7472”. CONDITION: over 97% restored blue & case colored finish. Stocks have very good open grain refinish. Bbl. markings show evidence of recutting. Bore is generally bright w/ strong rifling. (01-25245/DS). PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4019. WINCHESTER 1873 TRAPPER LEVER ACTION

SRC. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). No visible serial number. Bbl. 16” round carbine style. Barleycorn front sight w/ carbine leaf rear sight. 3rd model action w/ saddle ring on left side. 8” walnut trapper length forearm (1” shorter than the standard). Walnut carbine stock w/ trapdoor buttplate. CONDITION: gray metal shows general light pitting & heavy cleaning. Stock & forearm are heavily sanded & refinished. Stock has cracks & chips around tangs. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ largely intact rifling. Rear sight is bent. (24-765/ DS). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.4020. WINCHESTER 1873 EARLY 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 1009. Bbl. 24” round. Sporting front sight w/ reverse mounted elevator adj. rear sight. Full length mag. Action has replacement raised thumb-print dust cover. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1874. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter signed by Wendell Grangaard of The Guns of History, Inc. Letter details Wendell’s interpretation of markings on the rifle as being Togia, the pictorial language of the Great Plains Native Americans. Wendell attributes use of this rifle to Prairie Chicken & relates the story of his participation in the battles of the Little Big Horn & Rosebud. Also includes Wendell’s drawings of Togia symbols & Wendell’s interpretation of their meanings. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown showing numerous dents & marks on receiver. Sanded & refinished wood is slightly undersize at action w/ chips & cracks around action tangs & on forearm. Stock has numerous dents, scratches & marks. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-24859/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

of the Little Big Horn & Rosebud. Also includes Wendell’s drawings of Togia symbols & Wendell’s interpretation of their meanings. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown showing numerous dents & marks on receiver. Sanded & refinished wood is slightly undersize at action w/ chips & cracks around action tangs & on forearm. Stock has numerous dents, scratches & marks. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-24859/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4021. WINCHESTER 1873 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION

RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 2727. Bbl. 24” octagon. Sporting sights. Full length mag. Action has mortised thumb print dust cover. Single set trigger. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1875. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray/brown showing spots of pitting being heaviest on right side of bbl. & mag. tube. Wood has an oil refinish showing dents & marks. Properly functioning set trigger. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-24825/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,500.

4022. WINCHESER 1873 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION

RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 3335. Bbl. 24” round w/ sporting sights. Mortised thumb-print dust cover. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1875. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube have faded to gray showing some very light pitting. Action retains dull blue on sides w/ faded side plates & shows scattered very light pitting. Sanded & refinished wood shows scattered marks. Stock has a hairline crack along left side of lower tang. Bore retains good rifling showing scattered light pitting & has a light ring approx. 2” from the muzzle. (01-24827/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

4023. WINCHESTER 1873 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION

RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 6088. Bbl. 24” round (01-24826/DS). Sporting front sight w/ replacement sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Mortised thumb-print dust cover. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1875. CONDITION: cleaned gray metal w/ gray coloration indicating touch-up finish. Heavily sanded & refinished wood. Stock is cracked through wrist area w/ chips along both sides of the forearm channel. Pitted bore w/ largely intact rifling. (01-24826/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4024. WINCHESTER 1873 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 11942. Bbl. 24” octagon. Combination front sight w/ elevator adj. sporting rear sight. & Full length mag. Action has round thumb print mortised dust cover. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1876. CONDITION: metal has general brown appearance showing scattered pitting. Wood has added finish over numerous dents, scratches & marks. Forearm has an added wood repair on left side by tip w/ a hairline crack along the bottom. Pitted bore retains sound rifling. (0124833/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

4025. WINCHESTER 1873 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44. S# 17935. Bbl. 24” round. Copper blade front sight w/ sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Thumb print mortised dust cover. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1876. CONDITION: metal is fading to gray showing spots of corrosion & small marks. Sanded wood shows numerous dents, scratches & marks. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-24834/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4026. WINCHESTER 1873 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 23758. Bbl. 24” round w/ sporting sights. Full length mag. Action has mortised thumb-print dust cover. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1878. CONDITION: over 70% dull fading blue showing handling marks & spots of wear. Unsanded wood has dark worn finish showing numerous scratches, marks & small dents. Pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (0124829/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4027. WINCHESTER 1873 EXTRA LENGTH 1ST MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 25145. Bbl. 30” octagon. Sporting sights. Full length mag. Mortised thumb-print dust cover. Single set trigger. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trap door buttplate. Mfg. 1878. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray showing scattered spots of pitting. Sanded wood has dull age darkened appearance showing scratches & marks w/ heavy dents & stock. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. Set trigger is not functioning. (01-24838/ DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4028. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL 22 CALIBER TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Short. S# 160950A. Bbl. 24” octagon. Original sporting sights. Full length tubular mag. Action has the scarce tapered pin for takedown. The takedown feature was found to be inadequate & many bbls. are permanently fixed w/ the pin. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1884. Approx. 1 in every 350 model 1873s were 22 cal. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 70% dull lightly faded blue. Action has largely faded to gray w/ small dents around the takedown pin. Wood has moderately worn original finish showing numerous scratches, marks & small dents. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-24845/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4029. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL 22 CALIBER

TAKEDOWN STYLE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Short. S# 174970A. Bbl. 24” round. Sporting sights. Full length mag. Front of action has tapered takedown pin. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1884. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown. Wood has dark worn appearance w/ dents & scratches. Left side of stock is cracked behind top tang. Forearm has small cracks & chips extending from action. Extractor spring is broken at rear end. Dark pitted bore w/ partially intact rifling. (01-24856/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4030. WINCHESTER 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Short. S# 552663B. Bbl. 24” octagon. Sporting front sight w/ replacement elevator adj. rear sight & combination tang sight. Full length mag. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & lever. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Museum letter detailing the following information, “Type: Rifle / Caliber: 22 S / Barrel Type: Octagon / Trigger: Plain / Received in warehouse on December 14, 1900 / Shipped from warehouse on December 20, 1900, Order number 82741”. CONDITION: high condition rifle. Over 85% original blue showing scattered spots of freckling & handling marks. Ejection port has a series of sm. dents along both sides. Hammer & lever retain traces of case colors. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered scratches, marks & sm. dents. Exceptionally nice bright bore w/ sharp rifling. (23-5769/DS). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.

4031. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL EXTRA LENGTH 22 CALIBER LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Short. S# 272068B. Bbl. 26” octagon, 2” longer than standard. Rocky mountain front sight w/ original sporting rear sight. Full length tubular mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Toeline of stock has added circular lid German silver compartment. Mfg. 1888. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to brown showing numerous heavy dents on receiver w/ scattered spots of light pitting. Wood has dark worn appearance w/ numerous heavy dents & gouges. Dark pitted bore w/ partially visible rifling. (01-24847/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4032. WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION MUSKET. Cal. 44-40. S# 480871B. Bbl. 30”. Barleycorn front sight & graduated leaf rear sight. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & lever. Musket length mag. 3 piece band fastened forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ trapdoor steel carbine buttplate & sling swivels. Mfg. 1894. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked triangular blade socket bayonet. Bayonet retains 50% lightly faded blue showing scattered pitting. CONDITION: 70% fading blue showing scattered scratches, corrosion & spots of light pitting. Wood has dark lightly worn appearance showing numerous dents, scratches & marks. Bore shows spots of very light pitting & retains strong rifling. (01-24803/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4033. WINCHESTER 1873 TRAPPER 3RD MODEL LEVER

ACTION SRC. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 92704. Bbl. 17” w/ pinned blade front sight & leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Action has stepped front ring w/ saddle ring on left side. 8” trapper length walnut forearm. Straight grip replacement stock w/ carbine steel trapdoor buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter & records check from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Type: Carbine / Barrel Length: 17 inches / Received in warehouse on June 06, 1882 / Shipped from warehouse on June 20, 1882, Order number 32434”. CONDITION: heavily cleaned metal is reacquiring a brown appearance. Forearm has dark worn appearance w/ large crack & gouge extending from action. Stock finish shows numerous scratches & dents. Dark pitted bore. (01-25120/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

4034. WINCHESTER 1873 22 CAL. 3RD MODEL LEVER

ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Short. S# 237553B. Bbl. 24” round. Sporting sights. Full length mag, inside tube is intact. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock of crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1888. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown showing spots of light pitting & handling marks. Wood has dark worn appearance w/ scratches & marks. Stock has hairline crack extending from buttplate. Extractor is broken. Lightly pitted bore w/ intact rifling. (01-24850/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4035. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL 22 CALIBER LEVER

ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Short. S# 251249B. Bbl. 24” octagon. Sporting sights. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1888. CONDITION: 40% dull worn blue w/ fading on bbl. & carry areas of action showing scattered light pitting & scratches. Sides of hammer have some visible case colors. Wood has dark worn appearance w/ dents & handling marks having chips around lower tang. Forearm has cracks extending from action & forearm tip. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-24853/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

4036. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 292102B. Bbl. 24” round w/ sporting sights. Full length mag. Blue finished w/ case colored hammer, trigger & lever. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1889. CONDITION: over 70% fading blue showing carry wear. Hammer, trigger & lever retain traces of case colors. Wood has lightly worn finish showing scattered light scratches & marks. Good bore retains lightly worn rifling. (01-24837/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4037. WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL DELUXE STYLE 22 CAL. LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Long. S# 416655B. Bbl. 26”, octagon, 2” longer than standard. Lyman white bead sporting front sight with sporting rear sight and combination tang sight. Full-length mag. Case-colored action. The walnut forearm and straight grip stock with crescent steel buttplate have factory-style checkering. Stock and stock tangs are not assembly-marked. Mfg. 1892. CONDITION: receiver shows faint traces of case coloring in protected areas. Bbl. and mag. tube have 40% fading blue, showing touch-up. The wood has worn out, showing numerous scratches and marks. Bore remains bright with lightly worn rifling. Sound action. The inside mag. tube is intact. (01-24318/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4038. WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION MUSKET. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 481987B. Bbl. 30” w/ fixed front sight & graduated leaf rear sight. Fulllength mag. Blue finish. 3 band fastened musket length forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ case-colored steel trapdoor buttplate & sling swivels. Mfg. 1894. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Winchester factory letter stating the following: “Serial number applied August 17, 1894 / Type: Musket / Caliber: 44 / Received in Warehouse April 05, 1895 / Shipped from warehouse April 26, 1895, Order number 11245”. CONDITION: action retains a small amount of blue in protected areas, w/ balance of the gun fading to brown and showing scattered corrosion w/ scratches & handling marks. Sanded, refinished wood shows scattered scratches, marks, & small dents. Bore retains lightly worn rifling w/ scattered small spots of light pitting. (01-24674/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4039. WINCHESTER 1873 EXTRA LONG THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. (38-40). S# 159228A. Bbl. 28” octagon, 4” longer than standard. Original sporting sights. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1884. CONDITION: metal has faded to a mottled gray brown showing spots of corrosion. Sanded & refinished wood shows numerous scratches & marks. Bore retains intact rifling showing spots of light pitting. Sound mechanics. (01-24292/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,250-3,500.

4040. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL EXTRA LONG LEVER ACTION RIFLE. 209530B. Bbl. 26” octagon, 2” longer than standard. Original sporting sights. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1886. CONDITION: Metal has a cleaned gray appearance w/ general light pitting. Sanded & refinished wood shows dents & marks. Dark lightly pitted bore has worn rifling. (01-25092/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4041. WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL 22 CALIBER LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

372402B. Bbl. 24” octagon. Rocky mountain front sight w/ original sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1891. CONDITION: bbl. & action have a faded gray appearance. Bbl. shows numerous dents being heaviest at breech end. Mag. tube shows some lightly faded blue fading to gray or brown & appears to be replacement. Heavily sanded & refinished wood shows scratches & marks. Stock shows cracks extending from right side of receiver & both sides of top tang. Forearm is chipped on right side at nose cap. Inside tube is missing late style spring type cartridge stop. Dark pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-24857/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

on action w/ some touch up on bbl. & mag tube. Original wood finish shows numerous scratches & marks w/ various spots of wear. Lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. Sound action. (01-24545/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,800-2,500.

4043. J.P. LOWER MARKED WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1873 SRC. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 100697A. Bbl. 20” w/ integral front sight & reverse mounted carbine rear sight. Full length mag. Left side of action has saddle ring. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ steel trapdoor carbine buttplate. Mfg. 1882. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 3 Piece cleaning rod held in stock compartment. CONDITION: metal finish had faded to a brown patina showing carry wear & spotted corrosion. Heavily sanded wood has a gloss refinish. Dust cover fails to retract properly when action is cycled. Dark lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-24502/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

Forearm has a long crack down the bottom. Dark pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-24830/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4045. WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 229127B. Bbl. 24”, octagon with sporting sights. Full-length mag. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Museum letter confirming configuration. Received in the warehouse on April 19th, 1887. Shipped from warehouse on September 23rd, 1887, Order No. 24192. CONDITION: metal has a mottled brown appearance, showing spots of very light pitting. Sanded wood has a dark refinish showing dents and marks. The forearm has small chips around the receiver and forearm cap. The lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. Good mechanics. (01-24429/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,750-2,500.

4046. WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 266835B. Bbl. 24” rnd. w/ sporting sights. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1888. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown showing small spots of corrosion. Refinished wood has a gloss finish that has turned milky in spots. Dark lightly pitted bore retaining intact rifling. Sound mechanics. (01-24289/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

sporting sights. Full length mag. Forearm & straight grip stock of nicely grained walnut has added hand checkering. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Type: Rifle / Caliber: 44 / Barrel Type: Octagon / Trigger: Plain / Received in warehouse on November 14, 1890 / Shipped from warehouse on November 25, 1890, Order number 21885”. CONDITION: metal has faded to an even brown patina. Wood has a good gloss refinish showing scattered marks. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-25257/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4048. WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL SRC. Cal. 44 WCF, (44-40). S# 418271. Bbl. 20” rnd. w/ barlycorn front sight & folding leaf carbine rear sight. Full length mag. Action has saddle ring on left side. Band fastened carbine forearm & straight grip stock w/ carbine steel trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1892. CONDITION: metal has cleaned gray appearance w/ scattered very light pitting. Heavily sanded & refinished wood. Stock has added wood repair & cracks at both sides of top tang. Bore retains intact rifling showing some very light pitting. Action is worn, lever hangs loose. (01-24287/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4049. WINCHESTER 1873 THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 32 WCF. S# 304594B. Bbl. 24”, octagon. Replacement bead front sight with original sporting rear sight. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1889. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned gray appearance, showing small dents and spots of very light pitting. Sanded and refinished wood shows scratches and marks. The forearm has a small chip on the left side of the forearm cap with an adjacent small burn spot. The dark, worn bore has intact rifling. The dust cover screw is a replacement. Good mechanics. (01-24319/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

WINCHESTER 1873 3RD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 534196B. Bbl. 24” octagon. Original sporting sights. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ trapdoor crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1899. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to brown showing spots of light pitting on receiver. Forearm has dark worn appearance. Stock is heavily worn having added finish over unusually open grain. Rear sight is broken & spread around elevator. Lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (24-1192/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

4050.

Breech & muzzle ends of bbl. have platinum inlaid bands w/ scroll engraving on the flats. Bbl. 28” octagon w/ German silver blade rocky mountain front sight & folding leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Case colored action. Single set trigger. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. Stock & forearm have coarse added checkering done in the factory style. CONDITION: attractive rifle w/ much original finish. Bbl. & mag. tube retain 70% dull thinning blue w/ touch-up in engraved areas. Action retains 20% lightly visible case colors w/ balance fading to silver/gray. Wood has moderately worn original finish showing scratches, marks & small dents. Sound action w/ functioning set trigger. Dark lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-24557/DS). ANTIQUE. $12,000-24,000.

4052. WINCHESTER 1876 LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 45-60. S# 28227. Bbl. 22” round. Barleycorn front sight w/ folding leaf rear sight. Action has saddle ring on right side. Right side of frame is engraved w/ initials “RC”. Full length band fastened forearm w/ steel nose cap. Straight grip walnut stock w/ steel carbine buttplate. Right side of stock has hand carved woodland scene w/ buck & doe deer. Left side of stock has hand-carved scene w/ running whitetail buck. Mfg. 1882. CONDITION: bbl. finish has faded to a light brown gray patina. Action has some blue in protected areas fading to gray brown. Wood shows dents, scratches & marks. Extractor is broken. Lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-24831/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,500.

4053. WINCHESTER 1876 HEAVY BARREL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-60. S# 17361. Bbl. 28” extra heavy measuring 1” across flats at muzzle. The Winchester book by George Madis states that 1 of every 1,000 model 1876 rifles had heavier than standard bbls. Rocky mountain front sight w/ sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Action features a special order single set trigger. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. Mfg. 1881. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray brown showing areas of cleaning on bbl. & mag. tube. Unsanded wood shows wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Sound action w/ functioning trigger. Good bore retains sound rifling. (01-24286/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4054. WINCHESTER 1876 LEVER ACTION EXPRESS RIFLE. Cal. 50-95 Express. S# 26416. Bbl. 22” round. Sporting front sight w/ graduated leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Dust cover is marked “WINCHESTER EXPRESS / 50 CAL. 95 GRS.”. 8 1/4” forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1882. CONDITION: bbl., mag. tube & receiver retain 40% dull fading blue showing spots of corrosion. Sideplates have gray coloration from touch up finish. Wood has worn finish showing scattered scratches, marks & small dents. Sound action. Bore retains lightly worn rifling showing scattered light pitting. (01-25359/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4055. WINCHESTER 1876 2ND MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-75. S# 8423. Bbl. 28”, octagon. Brass blade, rocky mountain front sight. Graduated leaf rear sight. Full-length mag. Action features a thumbprint dust cover and a single-set trigger. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Museum letter confirming configuration. Received in the warehouse on May 13th, 1884. Shipped from the warehouse on September 1st, 1884. Order no. 14932. CONDITION: 20% dull blue, fading to brown. Hammer has traces of case colors. The original wood finish shows wear and a darkened appearance with numerous scratches and marks. having a deep gouge on the right side of the wrist. The trigger will not hold in its set position. Bore has a slightly darkened appearance, retaining sound rifling. (01-24431/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

Cody Firearms Musuem letter confirming configuration. Received in the warehouse on February 2nd, 1883. Shipped from the warehouse on October 19th, 1883, Order No. 8195. CONDITION: metal has a brown appearance, showing scattered pitting and a touch-up finish. The breech end of the bbl. has wrench marks. The original forearm finish shows original scratches and marks. Refinished stock has plug-type repairs at the wrist. The dark, lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. Good mechanics. (01-24432/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,250-3,500.

4057. WINCHESTER 1876 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 40-60. S# 42911. Bbl. 22” round w/ original sporting sights. Full length mag. Standard 9 3/8” forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1884. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Winchester factory letter stating the following: “Type: rifle/ Caliber: 40/60/ Barrel Type: Round/ Trigger: Plain/ Received in warehouse on January 10, 1885/ Shipped from warehouse on January 12, 1885, Order number 18437”. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray showing heavy scratches on bbl. w/ scattered light pitting on bbl. & action. Wood shows heavy wear w/ deep dents, scratches & marks. Functioning action. Bore shows light pitting & worn rifling. (01-25360/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,250-3,500.

40-82 WCF. S#. 37050. Bbl. 22” octagon to round, 4” shorter t standard. Rocky mountain front sight with sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Case colored action is factory engraved, likely by the hand of John Ulrich. Engraving is of the No. 6 style with vignette of a whitetail buck on the left side and a pointing setter on the right. Receiver, forend cap and buttplate peak have 50% coverage of arabesque scroll with fancy borders. Top tang has straight line borders. Short rifle length 8 3/8” forearm & pistol grip stock w/ ebony grip insert of XXX black walnut. Style H hand checkering & crescent steel buttplate. Left inside of lower tang is stamped w/ assembly no. “186” & wood grade marking “XXX”. Top tang channel of stock inside toe of buttplate have matching assembly number “186”. LOP: 14” as measured from line of trigger attachment to buttplate peak. DAC: 2 1/4”. DAH: 3”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Rifle / 40/82 / 22-inch, 1/2 octagon barrel / Plain trigger / Checkered stock / Pistol grip / Stock 14 inches long / Drop 3 inches / Engraved $4:00 / Rocky Mountain front sight / Received in the warehouse on November 19, 1889 / Shipped from the warehouse on November 19, 1889, to order number 4766”. Also includes a hardbound copy by James D. Julia Inc. of “The Extraordinary Wes Adams Collection” as sold March 3, 2012, October 1, 2012 & March 11th, 2013. This extraordinary rifle is lot 2065 featured on page 69. CONDITION: very fineoverall. Bbl. & mag. tube retain over 90% original blue showing light edge wear w/ small spotting on left side of bbl. Receiver retains brilliant case colors on lower tang w/ nicely visible case colors on top tang, left side & protected areas of action. Other areas show fading to gray. Right side & bottom of action have dark spots of corrosion w/ some light pitting. Original wood finish shows areas of wear w/ scattered light scratches & marks & pinprick spotting. Checkering shows light wear. Crisp mechanics. Bore is generally bright w/ sound rifling showing some very light darkness. PROVENANCE: from the extraordinary Wes Adams collection. Formerly of the Doctor James M. Goforth II Estate Collection. (01-25125/ DS). ANTIQUE. $45,000-55,000.

4059. WINCHESTER 1886 DELUXE LIGHTWEIGHT LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 120625. Bbl. 22” tapered rnd. of nickel steel. Lyman ivory bead front sight, Lyman folding leaf rear sight w/ Lyman No. 21 “Climbin Lyman” receiver sight. Button mag. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & lever. Forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of fancy black walnut XX have style H checkering & steel shotgun buttplate. Inside lower left tang is stamped w/ assembly “53” followed by wood grade marking “XX”. Top tang channel of stock has matching “53” assembly number. Mfg. 1900. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Weapons Check detailing the following information, “Type: Rifle / Caliber: 45/70 / Barrel Type: Round / Barrel Length: 22 inches / Extra Light / Trigger: Plain / Checkered stock, Pistol grip / Sights: Lyman front, leaf and rear / 1/2 magazine / Shotgun butt / Received in warehouse on December 13, 1899 / Shipped from warehouse on December 14, 1899, Order number 47260 / Repair and Return on June 29, 1900, Order number 63026 / Repair and Return on October 02, 1909, Order number 26116 / Repair and Return on August 04, 1910, Order number 30813. Earlier T. E. Hall letter dated November 11, 1965 gives the same basic information. CONDITION: fine, bbl. & action retain 90% original blue showing wear on edges & in carry areas. Hammer & lever retain 70% nicely visible case colors. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches, marks & small wear marks. Bore is

Lyman white bead front sight w/ elevator adj. sporting rear sight altered to flat top style. Button mag. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & lever. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1895. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain over 90% original blue showing carry & edge wear. Hammer retains 90% dark case colors. Lever retains good case colors on sides w/ silvering in carry areas. Buttplate case colors have faded to silver/gray. Original wood finish shows light scratches & marks. Bright near excellent bore. (01-25238/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

9087 / Repair and Return on August 26, 1896, Order number 9087 / December 17, 1907, Order number 16060”. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. retain 70% dull fading blue showing carry wear. Action & forearm cap retain 40% nickel finish. Buttplate retains traces of nickel. Sanded & refinished wood have freshened checkering. Very good bright bore. (01-25244/DS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-9,000

4062. WINCHESTER 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-90. S# 71239. Bbl. 26” octagon w/ sporting sights. Full length mag. Blue finish w/ case colored action. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Bottom of forearm has added hand checkering. Mfg. 1892. CONDITION: action retains over 75% bright case colors. Bbl. retains 75% blue showing small dents. Mag. tube has 50% fading blue. Wood has added varnish over scratches & marks. Bore retains sound rifling showing scattered sm. spots. (0124455/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4063. SECOND YEAR PRODUCTION WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH CODY LETTER. Cal. 40-65. S# 9155. Bbl. 26”. Model 1886 lever action rifle mfg. by Winchester in 1887. Top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked “-MANUFACTURED BY THE-/ -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-”, with the cal. designation stamped at the breech. Upper receiver tang is marked with the model designation, with the lower tang being stamped with patent information. Metal components exhibit a blue finish. Plain American walnut straight grip buttstock with crescent buttplate and smooth wood handguard. Buttstock and handguard have been revarnished at one time. Front sight has been replaced with a Lyman blade front sight (bead no longer present), with an unmarked aftermarket V-notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Museum letter indicating that this example was received in the warehouse on October 6th of 1887 and was shipped with 54 other arms (Order Number: 24405) that same day. CONDITION: receiver, lever, buttplate, and forend cap exhibiting a mottled gray patina, with scattered areas of light to moderate pitting present overall. Bbl. and mag. tube exhibit wear and thinning overall, with areas of wear showing through to a pleasant brown patina. Bright bore, exhibiting moderate pitting and retaining good rifling throughout. Wood furniture exhibits scattered marks, dings, and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (01-25218/MLW). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

rocky mountain front sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1897. CONDITION: metal is

refinished wood shows scratches & marks. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-24294/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,250-3,500.

4065. WINCHESTER 1886 LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 38-56. S# 94732. Bbl. 22”. Pinned blade front sight w/ folding leaf rear sight. Fulllength mag. Action has a saddle ring on the left side. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ checkered steel shotgun-style buttplate. Mfg. 1895. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown, showing scattered light pitting. Loading gate cover shows a series of small dents. Top tang is broken & welded behind the model marking. Forearm has a worn appearance w/ handling marks & evidence of heat on the action end. Stock has a worn finish showing dents & handling marks, w/ a crack extending from the top tang. Dark, lightly pitted bore w/ intact rifling. (01-24558/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,750-2,750.

4066. WINCHESTER 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-90. S# 30970. Bbl. 26” octagon w/ sporting rear sight & Lyman no. 4 hunting rear sight. Full length mag. Blue finish w/ case colored action. Bbl. & receiver have WP proof marks. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1889. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 70% lightly faded blue. Action has faded to a silvery gray w/ traces of case colors on the hammer. Forearm has worn finish showing scratches & marks. Stock has heavily weathered rough appearance. Bore retains sound rifling showing sm. spots of light pitting. (0124472/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4067. BILL MORRISON CUSTOM WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-90. S# 72242. Bbl. 24 1/8”. Model 1886 lever action rifle originally mfg. by Winchester in 1893 and later customized by renowned Maine gunsmith, Bill Morrison. The rnd. replacement bbl. is marked with the cal. designation and “MORRISON/ BRADFORD, MAINE” at the breech. Upper receiver tang is marked “-MODEL 1886-”, with patent information and the S# marked on the lower tang. Receiver, lever, hammer, and buttplate exhibit a professionally reapplied case color hardened finish, with the bbl., mag. tube, and forend cap, loading gate, and bolt assembly exhibiting a blue finish. Smooth wood straight grip buttstock and forend appear to have been lightly sanded and revarnished. German silver blade front sight with U-notch rear sight. Left side and underside of mag. tube appear to have been deliberately etched with a zig zag pattern. CONDITION: excellent, as professionally customized and refinished, with case colored components retaining the majority of their vibrant case color hardened finish, exhibiting some mild wear and fading on the underside of the receiver and lever. Blued components retain bountiful amounts of their reapplied finish, exhibiting some light wear and some scattered superficial handling marks, as well as the aforementioned zig zag pattern on the mag. tube. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows some scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. A very nice example of a quality custom Model 1886 lever action rifle by Maine gunsmith Bill Morrison. (01-25235/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

carbine leaf rear sight. Action has full coverage engraving w/ gold inlays by master engraver Neil Hartliep. The late Neil Hartliep was a self taught engraver, guest instructor at Trinidad Colorado State college beginning in 1979 and later instructed with the NRA Gunsmithing Schools Program. In 1985 he was the author of “The Basics of Firearm Engraving”, an NRA Education and Training Publication. Right side of receiver features a raised gold inlaid pronghorn antelope and bison. Left side features a gold inlaid horse drawn stagecoach. Scenes are surrounded by vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds. Engraving continues to upper and lower receiver areas, breech end of barrel, barrel bands and buttplate peak. Sides of action and lever are highlighted by gold wire inlaid borders. Breech end of bbl. has a gold band. Custom forearm and carbine stock using original buttplate are made of burl figure fancy black walnut w/ satin finish. This beautiful rifle is pictured on pages 1, 102, and 106 of the NRA Gunsmiths Schools Training Manual. Mfg. 1927. CONDITION: near excellent as upgraded retaining virtually all custom blue and wood finish. Bright

WINCHESTER 1892 TAKEDOWN TRAPPER LEVER

ACTION SRC. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 418206. Bbl. 16” w/ pinned blade front sight & carbine leaf rear sight. Full length takedown mag. Action has saddle ring on left side. Blue finished w/ case colored hammer, lever & buttplate. Replacement 8 1/4” trapper style forearm. Replacement straight grip stock w/ steel carbine buttplate. Mfg. 1907. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Records Office detailing the following information, “Serial number applied on January 25, 1908 / Configuration records not available”. CONDITION: beautifully restored carbine . Over 95% blue showing edge wear & marks on action. 97% case colors showing edge wear. Markings are recut. Wood has very good open grain finish. Hammer follows the bolt when closing the action. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-716/DS). CURIO. $5,000-7,000.

4069.

Winchester in 1892.Top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked “-MANUFACTURED BY THE-/ -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-”, with “38 W.C.F.” marked at the breech. Upper receiver tang is marked “MODEL 1892./ -WINCHESTER-/ PAT.OCT.14.1884.”, with the S# marked on the underside of the receiver. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Plain wood straight grip buttstock with crescent buttplate and plain wood forend. Full length mag. tube, with German silver blade front sight and V-notch semi-buck horn rear sight. CONDITION: metal components retain good amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting areas of wear and thinning that show through to pleasing gray and brown patinas, as well as scattered spots of mild surface oxidation overall. Bore exhibits moderate pitting, while retaining good rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered marks and impressions overall from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. Buttstock exhibit a notable chip and crack at the toe. A nice example of first year production Winchester Model 1892 takedown lever action rifle. (01-25404/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,750-2,750.

4073. WINCHESTER 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 245449. Bbl. 24” octagon w/ original sporting sights. Full length mag. Forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1903. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 70% lightly faded blue showing edge wear. Receiver has faded to gray. Refinished wood shows wear w/ scratches & marks. Bore retains sound rifling showing scattered very light pitting. (24-1535/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

4074. WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING LEVER ACTION CARBINE. 44-40. S# 98555. Bbl. 20”. Model 1892 lever action saddle ring carbine mfg. by Winchester in 1927. Left side of replacement bbl. is marked with Winchester’s mfg. and patent information, followed by the cal. designation at the breech, with “-MODEL 92-” and the Winchester trademark logo on the right. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Plain wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Blade front sight with ladder rear sight. Half length mag. tube, with saddle ring mounted on left of receiver. CONDITION: original metal components retain traces of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting brown and gray patinas, with light surface oxidation overall. Bbl. retains bountiful amounts of its blue finish, showing some scattered handling marks and light wear. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered dings and impressions, with the underside of the forend exhibiting a gouge, but otherwise remaining sturdy and serviceable. (24-1658/MLW). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

4075. WINCHESTER 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 25-20. S# 281856. Bbl. 24” round. Replacement bead front sight w/ original sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Type: Rifle / Caliber: 25/20 / Barrel Type: Round / Trigger: Plain / Received in warehouse on May 02, 1905 / Shipped from warehouse on May 05, 1905, Order number 9962”. CONDITION: bbl. retains some blue fading to brown. Receiver has largely faded to brown. Mag. tube retains 70% blue. Forearm shows heavy wear w/ dents & marks. Sanded & refinished stock has dark appearance w/ chips around top tang. Dark lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (24-1534/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4076. WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SPECIAL ORDER CARBINE. Cal. 32 WCF (32-20). S# 590367. Bbl. 20” carbine style. Replacement pinned brass blade front sight w/ original carbine leaf rear sight. Uncommon 2/3rds length mag. Action has no provision for a saddle ring as normally found on carbines. Blue finish w/ case-colored hammer & lever. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ hard rubber shotgun buttplate. Mfg. 1911. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 85% of their lightly worn blue. Action is 70% blue, showing spots of flaking. Wood has a moderately worn finish, showing scattered handling marks. The bright bore retains sound rifling. (23-5779/ DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4077. WINCHESTER 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 15566. Bbl. 24” octagon. Replacement bead front sight w/ original sporting rear sight having a replacement elevator. Full length mag. Left side of action is stamped “GAVE”. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1892. CONDITION: 40% dull fading blue. Wood has added finish over wear, dents, scratches & handling marks. Lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-24580/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4078. WINCHESTER 1892 ANTIQUE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 31596. Bbl. 24” octagon w/ sporting sights. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Right side of wrist has an inlaid U.S. Indian head coin dated 1893. Mfg. 1893. CONDITION: metal has gray appearance showing handling marks. Wood has heavily worn appearance w/ dents. Left side of stock has repair along lower tang. Dark lightly pitted bore. Action has weak main spring tension. (01-24290/DS). ANTIQUE. $8001,200.

4079. WINCHESTER 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 228550. Bbl. 24” round w/ original sporting sights. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1905. CONDITION: metal is fading to brown showing spots of pitting w/ dents & handling marks. Wood has a roughed scraped appearance w/ dents & marks. Dark pitted bore w/ partially intact rifling. (24-784/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

4080. WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 ANTIQUE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 74984. Bbl. 24” round (letter states 26” octagon). Original sporting sights. Full mag. Double-set trigger. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Museum letter stating the following information: “Serial number applied on April 17, 1897 / Type: Rifle / Caliber: 38 / Barrel Type: Octagon / Barrel Length: 26 inches / Trigger: Set / Received in warehouse on December 10, 1900 / Shipped from warehouse on December 12, 1900 / Order number 84915.” CONDITION: bbl. and mag. tube retains 80% of their lightly worn blue, showing handling wear & spots of freckling. Action has a 70% reblued finish, showing carry wear. Hammer will not hold in a safe position, and triggers will not set properly. Wood has a worn finish w/ numerous dents & marks. Left side of the stock has a small crack extending from the action. Generally bright bore, retaining lightly worn rifling. (01-24569/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

Lot 4081

Rare Case Colored Winchester

1894 Special Order Lever Action Rifle

4081. RARE CASE COLORED WINCHESTER 1894

SPECIAL ORDER LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 32-40. S# 15333. Case colored receiver, hammer, lever, forearm cap & buttplate. Research indicates that only 155 model 1894s were shipped from the factory with case colored frames. The highly desirable case colored actions were not catalogued after 1901. Bbl. 28” octagon, 2” longer than standard. Sporting front sight, Lyman No. 6 folding leaf rear sight with a combination tang sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. Stock & forearm have the distinctive style “I” factory checkering that identifies the highly collectable semi deluxe rifles. Inside of lower tang is marked w/ assembly number “3322” followed by a circular mark & number “47”. Top tang channel of stock has matching assembly number “3322”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Cody Firearms Museum Records Office detailing the following information, “SN applied: 6-8-1896. Date In: 7-11897. Rifle. Caliber/Gauge: 32/40. Bbl Shape: Oct. Length: 28. Trigger: Plain. Stock: PLain, pistol grip, checkered. Other Features: CH(case hardened). Date Shipped: 7-2-1897. Order #: 10440.”. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain over 90% lightly faded blue showing small handling marks. Frame, hammer & lever retain over 90% dark beautifully visible case colors showing carry & edge wear. Forearm cap & buttplate retain over 40% nicely visible case colors. Original wood finish & checkering show light wear with scattered scratches & marks. Bore retains sound rifling having a slightly dull appearance. (0123947/DS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

Lot 4082

Special Order Winchester 1894

No. 6 Engraved Deluxe Takedown

Inscribed To Chicago Federation Of Labor President John Fitzpatrick

4082. SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER 1894 NO. 6 ENGRAVED DELUXE TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE INSCRIBED TO CHICAGO FEDERATION OF LABOR PRESIDENT JOHN FITZPATRICK. Cal. 30 WCF, (30-30). S# 159800. Bbl. 26” octagon. Lyman no. 4 hunting sight w/ filler in rear dovetail & no. 21 “Climbin Lyman” receiver sight. Full length takedown mag. Action has no. 6 engraving featuring vignettes of deer on right & bighorn sheep on left. Scenes are surrounded by arabesque scroll & fancy borders. Complimenting engraving extends to upper & lower action areas along w/ bbl. extension, breech end of bbl. & crescent steel buttplate. Although the letter does not state factory engraved, this engraving is undoubtedly period and done in the hand of Ulrich. “WINCHESTER ENGRAVING” by R.L. Wilson states 378 model 1894s in the serial number range 1-353999 were engraved and only 25 featured No. 6 engraving. Rifle features include double set triggers. Forearm & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of XX fancy walnut w/ style “H” factory checkering & German silver nameplate in toeline. Left inside of lower tang is marked w/ assembly number “15557” followed by wood grade marking “XX”. Back of stock is stamped “94/T/15557”. Floorplate of rifle is engraved initials “C.F.L. / Chicago, 1902”. John Fitzpatrick was an organizer of the Chicago Federation of Labor “CFL”. He served as President of the CFL in 1900 & again from 1906 until his death in 1946. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Cody Firearms Museum letter listing the following information, “Type: Rifle. Caliber: 30. Barrel Type: Octagon. Trigger: Set. Takedown. Received in warehouse on December 16, 1902. Shipped from warehouse on December 17, 1902, Order number 168765”. 2 Pages of info including a photo of John Fitzpatrick are also included. CONDITION: action retains 40% original blue fading to gray overall however sides of action in areas of engraving show a greater degree of bluing than bottom (carry area) and around takedown ring. Mag. tube has 80% lightly faded blue. Bbl. has 60% dull blue showing light pitting & edge wear. Wood retains a majority of its original glossy finish with occasional scattered light to moderate handling marks and scratches. Notable losses to finish appear at rear of forend, forward portion of wrist and around tangs as one would expect to see from a gun that was used but not abused. Toe of stock has cracks extending from both sides. Sound action & triggers. Bore has darkened appearance retaining sound rifling. (23-4785/BS). CURIO. $20,000-30,000.

steel buttplate & hand checkering done in the factory style H. S# indicates 1907 mfg. “Armax” the journal of the Cody Firearms Museum, vol. VI shows a survey of Winchester 1894 records S# 1-353999. Model 1894 records after that S# were destroyed by a factory fire in the 1960s. The survey of existing records lists only 2 34” model 1894 rifles as being produced. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain over 95% blue showing edge wear w/ apparent touch up around scattered small marks. Receiver retains over 80% blue showing edge wear w/ areas of fading. Hammer & lever retain over 80% nicely visible case colors. Wood has good finish & checkering. Butt section of stock shows some open grain checks. Bright bore retains strong rifling. (24-2121/DS). CURIO. $32,500-45,000.

4084. NEIL HARTLIEP ENGRAVED WINCHESTER 94 PRE 64 LEVER ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 30-30. S# 2177792. Bbl. 20”. Hooded ramp bead front sight w/ replacement elevator adjustable rear sight. Full length mag. Action has full coverage deep relief engraving by Master Engraver Neil Hartliep. Right side of receiver features a buffalo and bust of a prong horn antelope. Left side features a grizzly, bugling bull elk and bust of white tail deer. Scenes have punch dot background with highlights of oak leaf scroll and wavy borders that continue to upper and lower receiver areas and breech end of barrel. Sides of receiver and lever have gold wire highlights and breech and end of bbl. has gold bands. Lever has a gold inlaid initial “N”. Right side of action above loading gate is signed “N. Hartliep / 94”. Custom forearm and carbine stock of burl figured fancy black walnut using original steel buttplate. Mfg. 1956. CONDITION: near excellent as upgraded. Over 98% blue showing small spots at forward ends of bbl. and mag. Wood has very good finish with visible glass bedding lines around the action. Very good bore. (24-1985/DS). CURIO. $6,000-8,000.

4085. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 TRAPPER STYLE LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 38-55 WCF. S# 753920. Bbl. appears to be shortened to 16” round carbine style. Pinned blade front sight w/ carbine leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Blue finish. 8” Trapper length walnut forearm (1” shorter than standard). Straight grip walnut stock w/ steel carbine buttplate. Serial number indicates 1914 mfg. CONDITION: over 95% finely reblued finish showing marks & spots of finish loss on action. Area around front sight boss shows small holes & plum coloring where it was welded to the bbl. Wood has good open grain refinish. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-715). CURIO. $5,000-7,000.

4086. VERY EARLY 3 DIGIT SERIAL NUMBER “254” WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38-55. S# 254. Mfg 1894, first year of production. Receiver has the rare “10 o’clock screw” located at the top rear of the loading gate which is found on nearly all M1894s up to the 800 S#. 26” Octagon bbl. is fitted with a Lyman no. 4 hunting front sight, original semi buckhorn rear sight having replacement elevator & Full length mag. tube. Rifle is stocked with a Walnut forearm & straight grip stock with smooth crescent steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Serial number applied on October 25, 1894 / Type: Rifle / Caliber: 38/55 / Barrel Type: Octagon / Trigger: Plain / Received in warehouse on November 16, 1894 / Shipped from warehouse on December 07, 1894, Order number 3485”. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing scattered very light pitting. Heavily worn wood has added finish over dents, marks & scratches. Stock has large chips on both sides of top tang w/ crack running through left side of wrist. Dark bore shows light pitting & retains intact rifling. (01-24808/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,500. Cal. 38-55. S# 254. Mfg 1894, first year of production. Receiver has the rare “10 o’clock screw” located at the top rear of the loading gate which is found on nearly all M1894s up to the 800 S#. 26” Octagon bbl. is fitted with a Lyman no. 4 hunting front sight, original semi buckhorn rear sight having replacement elevator & Full length mag. tube. Rifle is stocked with a Walnut forearm & straight grip stock with smooth crescent steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Serial number applied on October 25, 1894 / Type: Rifle / Caliber: 38/55 / Barrel Type: Octagon / Trigger: Plain / Received in warehouse on November 16, 1894 / Shipped from warehouse on December 07, 1894, Order number 3485”. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing scattered very light pitting. Heavily worn wood has added finish over dents, marks & scratches. Stock has large chips on both sides of top tang w/ crack running through left

4087. WINCHESTER 94 LEVER ACTION SHORT RIFLE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 1053231. Bbl. 20” octagon of Nickel Steel, 6” shorter than standard. Sporting sights. Full length mag. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer. Forearm measures 8 3/8” between action & mag. cap, 1” shorter than standard 26” rifles. Straight grip walnut stock w/ crescent steel trapdoor buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 4 piece cleaning rod held in stock compartment. Cody Firearms Museum Records Check listing the following information, “Serial number applied on August 27, 1929 / Configuration records not available”. CONDITION: over 80% original blue showing light carry wear w/ flaking on portions of the receiver. Hammer retains 70% case colors. Lightly worn original wood finish shows scattered scratches & marks. PROVENANCE: formerly of the extraordinary Wes Adams collection. (24-1182/DS). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.

WINCHESTER 94 LEVER ACTION SHORT RIFLE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 1218217. Bbl. 20” octagon of Nickel Steel, 6” shorter than standard. Replacement Redfield bead front sight is missing bead. Elevator adj. sporting rear sight. Full length mag tube. Blue finish. Nicely grained walnut forearm is 8 3/8” between the action & mag. cap, 1” shorter than standard bbl. length rifles. Straight grip walnut stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Museum Records Check detailing the following information, “Serial Number applied on January 25, 1940 / Configuration records not available”. CONDITION: metal retains over 80% lightly faded original blue showing carry & edge wear w/ some spots of fading. Wood has lightly worn finish w/ scratches &

WINCHESTER MODEL 94 TRANSITIONAL LEVER ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 30 WCF (3030). S# 1126331. Bbl. 20” carbine style. Unusual configuration with later sights and early style carbine buttplate. Hooded ramp gold bead front sight with elevator adjustable sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Blued finish. Long wood forearm & walnut stock. Polishing room records indicate mfg. 1937. CONDITION: all original carbine retains approx. 95% original blue showing carry wear & sm. handling marks. Carbine steel buttplate has faded finish showing marks & spotted spots of corrosion. Original wood finish shows light wear with scattered small scratches & marks. Bright, near excellent bore. (22-5235/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4088.

4089.

4090. WINCHESTER 1894 LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 3240. S# 4666. Bbl. 20”. German silver pinned blade front sight w/ carbine leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Carbine forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ carbine steel buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “The manufacturer’s data for Model 1894, serial number 4666, as extracted from the original Winchester records housed in the museum, are as follows. / Carbine / 32/40 caliber / Received in warehouse on August 17, 1895 / Shipped from warehouse on March 14, 1896, order number 7533”. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray showing areas of very light pitting. Wood has age darkened appearance w/ numerous scratches, marks & small dents. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-25122/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000

4091. WINCHESTER 1894 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 32 Win Spl. S# 282446. Bbl. 26” octagon. Sporting front sight w/ Winchester smokeless powder rear sight. Full length takedown style mag. tube. Nicely grained walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1903. Metal retains over 70% lightly faded original blue showing carry & edge wear. Wood has added varnish over light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Bore retains strong rifling. (24-1160/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

557448. Bbl. 20”. Pinned blade front sight w/ carbine leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Action has saddle ring on left side. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & lever. Gumwood forearm & stock w/ steel carbine buttplate. Mfg. 1911. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 90% lightly faded blue showing spots of finish loss. Action shows 60% fading blue showing carry wear & flaking w/ spots of corrosion. Hammer & lever retain 40% visible case colors. Stocks have original finish showing scratches & marks. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling. (24-1174/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

4093. WINCHESTER 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 894181. Bbl. 26” octagon. Marbles Sheard front sight, filler in rear dovetail w/ Lyman combination tang sight. Full length mag. Bottom of action by floorplate has initials “WJ”. Blue finish. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1921. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain over 90% lightly faded blue showing edge wear w/ series of small dents near mag. band. Action retains 60% dull fading blue w/ flaking & carry wear. Wood finish shows wear & flaking w/ scratches, marks & dents. Very good bore. (24-1189/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4094. WINCHESTER 1894 LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 25-35. S# 449934. Bbl. 20”. Replacement German silver-pinned blade front sight. Winchester Express rear sight: the standing leaf is bent at the rear, not allowing the blades to fold properly. Full-length mag. Left side of the action has a saddle ring. Gumwood forearm & straight grip stock w/ steel carbine buttplate. Mfg. 1910. CONDITION: 30% dull, fading blue w/ scattered light pitting. Wood has a worn finish w/ numerous dents & handling marks. Bore is dark w/ worn rifling. (235775/DS). CURIO. $1,400-2,100.

4095. WINCHESTER 1894 ANTIQUE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 34798. Bbl. 26” octagon. Combination front sight, filler in rear dovetail w/ combination tang sight. Full length mag. Action features a double set trigger. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1895. CONDITION: 40% dull fading blue showing edge & carry wear as well as scattered light pitting. Forearm has added finish over heavy wear w/ dents & marks. Sanded stock has oil finish showing wear & handling marks w/ a crack extending from right side of action. Triggers will not set

broken bead, sporting rear sight, and combination tang sight. Full-length mag. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1907. CONDITION: bbl. retains 20% blue, showing spots of corrosion. Mag. tube retains 70% lightly faded blue. Action has faded to gray. Stock and forearms have a heavy coat of added varnish over scattered scratches & marks. The lightly pitted bore has worn rifling. (23-5413/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

faded to gray. Wood shows scratches & handling marks w/ several heavy dents. Bore has lightly frosted appearance retaining sound rifling. (24-1175/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-” ahead of the rear sight, with the cal. designation “38-55” stamped at the breech. Upper receiver tang is marked “MODEL 1894./ -WINCHESTER-/ PAT.AUG.21.1894.”. 3-digit S# “901” is marked on the underside of the receiver. Metal components exhibit a blue finish. Plain wood straight grip buttstock with crescent buttplate and smooth wood forend. Aftermarket brass beaded blade front sight, with ground down semi-buckhorn V-notch rear sight. Full length mag. tube. CONDITION: metal components retain fair amounts of their original factory blue finish, with the balance exhibiting a toned gray patina, scattered spots of darker discoloration, as well as some spots of light to mild surface oxidation overall. Fair bore, exhibiting scattered spots of moderate pitting, while retaining fair rifling throughout. Buttstock exhibits scattered handling marks and impressions, with 2-chips present along the right side of the upper receiver tang. Forend exhibits a repaired crack that runs the entire length from the receiver to the nosecap, and shows heavy wear, with several deep gouges. An extremely early example of an iconic Winchester lever action rifle. (01-25119/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

4099. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 ANTIQUE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 23107. Bbl. 26” round. German silver blade rocky mountain front sight w/ sporting rear sight having a replacement elevator. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1895. CONDITION: 20% fading bbl. blue w/ balance of bbl., mag. tube & action having faded gray appearance showing areas of cleaning & scattered spots of light pitting. Wood shows heavy wear w/ scratches, dents & handling marks. Stock has cracks on both sides extended from the action. Bore has darkened appearance & retains sound rifling. (01-24295/ DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4100. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38-55. S# 217028. Bbl. 25 1/2” replacement w/ later style model 94 markings as used on commemorative rifles. Replacement flat top style sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & striaght grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1901. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 70% faded blue showing carry wear. Action has largely faded to gray showing small dents & spots of corrosion. Forearm has added finish over heavy wear w/ repair next to action. Sanded & refinished stock has worn appearance. Very good bore. (23-5347/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1903. CONDITION: bbl. & action blue is fading to brown, showing carry wear & spots of corrosion. Mag. tube contains 80% dull, lightly faded blue. Sanded wood has a worn appearance. Dark, lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (23-5356/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

steel buttplate. Mfg. 1908. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 60% dull blue showing areas of fading & light corrosion. Receiver has faded to gray/brown. Wood has worn original finish showing numerous scratches & marks. Dark bore w/ lightly worn rifling. (24-1647/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

retain 80% lightly faded blue, showing edge wear and handling marks. The receiver has a dull gray/blue appearance from a touch-up finish. Sanded and refinished wood shows scattered small dents and handling marks. Bore retains lightly worn rifling. (23-5447/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,800.

straight grip carbine stock w/ replacement metal shotgun-style buttplate. Mfg. 1925. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain over 80% of their blue. Action has a faded gray appearance. Original wood finish shows light wear w/ scattered handling marks having cracks extending from both sides of the action. Heel of stock shows some rounding from fitting to the replacement buttplate. The lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (23-5777/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

blue showing muzzle & edge wear. Receiver blue is fading to brown. Wood has worn finish showing dents & handling marks. Stock has a small chip right of top tang. Forearm has a long crack on left side extending from the forearm cap. Front sight ring is bent. Dark lightly pitted bore retaining sound rifling. (01-24293/DS). ANTIQUE. $900-1,400.

CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 70% lightly faded blue showing edge wear. Action retains 50% blue showing carry wear w/ spots of freckling. Hammer & lever showing some case colors on sides. Wood has worn finish showing scratches & marks w/ chips on both sides of top tang. Very good bright bore. (23-5359/DS). CURIO. $900-1,400.

length. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1897. CONDITION: bbl. & action have cleaned gray appearance showing dents, scratches & sm. spots of pitting. Mag. tube retains 70% blue and appears to be replacement. Stock & forearm show heavy wear w/ dents having cracks at front of forearm & toe of stock. Bore has slightly darkened appearance & retains strong rifling. (01-24288/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

5730/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

shortened to match bbl. length. 8” band fastened forearm. Walnut carbine stock w/ steel trapdoor carbine buttplate. Mfg. 1903. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube have gray coloration from touch-up finish. Action has 70% dull fading reblued finish showing scratches & marks. Stocks have good reblued finish. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (24-1193/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

carbine steel buttplate. Toeline of stock has 4 cut kill notches. Mfg. 1922. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain 80% lightly worn blue. Action has largely faded to gray. Worn wood finish shows scratches, marks & small dents. Dark bore w/ worn rifling. (241170/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

showing light scratches. Action has largely faded to gray. Stocks have worn original finish, showing scattered scratches & dents. Bore

Original wood finish shows moderate wear w/ scattered marks & dents. Bore retains sound rifling. (23-5774/DS). CURIO. $600-900.

forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Leather sling on original hooks & Winchester sling eyes. Mfg. 1915. CONDITION: bbl. retains 80% lightly worn blue. Receiver finish has faded to gray. Leather & mag. retain 80% blue. Sanded & refinished wood shows scattered handling marks. Bore retains strong rifling. (23-5360/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

lightly faded blue. Action has faded to gray showing spotted corrosion. Refinished wood shows wear w/ scratches & marks. Good bright bore. (24-1538/DS). CURIO. $1,400-1,900.

Cal. 30 WCF (30-30). S# 1039589. Bbl. 24” tapered round. Ramp mounted replacement bead front sight w/ original flat top sporting rear sight. Half length takedown mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ grooved steel buttplate. Mfg. 1928. CONDITION: bbl. retains 80% lightly faded blue. Action is fading to gray. Original wood finish shows wear w/ numerous scratches, marks & small dents. Good bright bore. (24-1539/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Scope has cloudy optics. (23-5631/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200. & straight grip stock w/ steel carbine buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from

4119. WINCHESTER 1885 DELUXE HIGH WALL SCHUETZEN RIFLE. Cal. 32-40. S# 2252. Bbl. 30” oct. measuring 7/8” across flats at muzzle. Wind gauge front sight, filler in rear dovetail w/ mid range Vernier tang sight. Plain trigger, (record check states “set”). Case colored action. Ebony tipped schnabel tipped forearm of fancy walnut w/ style H hand checkering. Hard rubber capped pistol grip stock w/ shadow line cheekpiece, style H checkering & nickel finished brass Schuetzen buttplate. Left inside of lower tang is marked w/ assembly no. “1039” followed by “1”, wood grade marking “XX” & “SBC”. Mfg. 1886. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Firearms Records Check stating the following: “Type:/ Rifle / Caliber: 32-40 / Barrel Type: Octagon / Barrel Weight: 3 / Barrel Length: 30 inches / Trigger: Set / Checkered Stock, Pistol Grip / Swiss butt plate / Received in warehouse on April 22, 1886 / Shipped from warehouse on May 04, 1886, Order number 5982 / Repair and Return on February 22, 1901, Order number 63135.” CONDITION: bbl. has over 98% soft original appearing reblued finish. Action shows over 97% vivid restored case colors showing slight edge wear. Wood has original finish showing scratches & marks, areas of wear w/ spots of lifting finish on lower portions of stock. Stock has hairline cracks extending from both sides of receiver. Sound mechanics. Bore has a slightly darkened appearance w/ worn rifling showing spots of light pitting. (01-21198/DS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-10,000.

has fading blue on receiver sides with carry areas fading to brown. Original wood finish shows wear with spots of finish loss having

4121. WINCHESTER 1885 HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 50-110 Express. S# 105189. Bbl. 30” octagon no. 4 weight. Combination front sight, express rear sight. w/ Lyman no. 103 wind gauge tang sight. Double set triggers. Schnable tipped walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. WEIGHT: 10 lbs, 6.4 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, “Serial number applied on May 06, 1907 / Caliber: 50/110 Ex / Barrel Type: Octagon / Barrel Weight: 4 / Barrel Length: 30 inches / Trigger: Set / Received in warehouse on May 11, 1907 / Shipped from warehouse on May 13, 1907, Order number 99495”. CONDITION: bbl. retains 70% dull fading blue. Action has faded to gray. Refinished wood shows scattered scratches & marks. Bore is bright w/ good rifling. Set trigger has good function. (24-742/DS). CURIO. $3,500-5,500.

CONDITION: near excellent as upgraded retaining over 98% custom finish. Very good bright bore. (24-945/DS). CURIO. $6,500-9,500.

has lightly visible case colors. Wood has a lightly worn finish, showing scattered scratches & marks. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (22-2270/DS). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.

showing wear w/ series of scratches on receiver sides. Forearm shows heavy wear w/ scattered dents. Stock has added finish over dents, scratches & marks. Front sight is missing bead, rear sight is missing adj. screw replaced w/ a small piece of metal under the sight. Dark lightly pitted bore. Good mechanics. (23-5362/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.

4128. WINCHESTER 1906 HALF NICKEL EXPERT PUMP RIFLE.

Cal. 22 SLLR. S# 568410B. Bbl. 20” round. King patent triple bead front sight, filler in rear dovetail w/ Marble combination tang sight. Tubular mag. Gumwood pistol grip stock w/ wagon wheel buttplate & milk pail style slide handle. Serial number indicates 1920 mfg. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube have 90% dull reblued finish. Action retains 90% original nickel finish having a dull appearance w/ scattered spots of finish loss. Unsanded stocks have spots of added finish over scratches, handling marks & small

4129. 3 DIGIT (360) WINCHESTER MODEL 61 SLIDE-ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22

SLLR. S# 360. Bbl. 24” round w/ original sporting sights. Short flat bottom groove forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ checkered steel buttplate. Only 3,532 model 61s were mfg. in 1932, the first year of production. CONDITION: very nice early rifle retaining 90% lightly faded original blue showing slide & edge wear. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches & marks. Bore is bright w/ lightly worn rifling. (24-939). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

4130. WINCHESTER MODEL 61 OCTAGON PUMP RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 7214. Bbl. 24” octagon. Replacement bead front sight w/ sporting rear sight. Tubular mag. Small grooved walnut forearm. Nicely grained pistol grip walnut stock w/ checkered steel buttplate. Mfg. 1934. CONDITION: over 80% dull lightly faded blue showing edge wear & spots of freckling. Forearm has full worn finish showing scratches & marks. Original stock finish shows scattered scratches & marks. Bright bore w/ lightly worn rifling. (24-943/DS). CURIO. $2,750-3,750.

4131. WINCHESTER MODEL 61 OCTAGON PUMP RIFLE. Cal. 22 WRF. S# 38945. Bbl. 24” octagon w/ bead front sight & sporting rear sight. Tubular mag. Flat bottom groove forearm. Pistol grip walnut stock w/ checkered steel buttplate has added checkering at wrist. Mfg. 1939. CONDITION: 70% dull fading blue showing scattered freckling. Forearm has slightly worn original finish w/ handling marks. Sanded & refinished stock

4132. WINCHESTER MODEL 61 MAGNUM PUMP RIFLE. Cal. 22 Mag. S# 310959. Bbl. 24” round. Sporting sights. Tubular mag. Receiver is grooved for tip-off scope mounts. Flat bottom grooved forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ plastic buttplate. Mfg. 1962. CONDITION: over 98% original blue. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches, marks, & wear spots. Very good, bright bore. (22-2274/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

marks. Very good bore. Scope has clear optics. (23-6018/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4134. RARE WINCHESTER PROTOTYPE SINGLE SHOT PISTOL.

Cal. 22 RF. NSN. Prototype bolt-action pistol based on the model 1900–1902 rifles. Popularity of their single-shot rifles led Winchester to explore producing a pistol version. An estimated 100 pistols of various designs were produced in the early 1900s. Many were kept by employees. Bbl. 13 5/8” of rapid taper style. Top is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK REG. IN U.S. PAT. OFF.”. Dovetail-mounted bead front sight w/ fixed V-notch rear sight. Brass frame w/ integral trigger guard & thumb piece. Two-piece walnut grips. WEIGHT: 2 lbs, 7.6 oz. CONDITION: bbl. and action finish are fading to gray, showing small dents & spots of freckling. Brass action has acquired a mild patina. Grips have an age-darkened appearance, showing light wear w/ scattered marks. Lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (23-2318/DS). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

4135. VERY RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED SQUAREBACK COLT LONDON 2ND MODEL DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 180. At the beginning of the Civil War Colt revolvers were in great demand. Colt’s London office had dragoons still in inventory and most were shipped back to America to meet the tremendous demand caused by the war. Colt factory letter states this gun was shipped to Joseph Grubb of Philadelphia with 66 other revolvers. Factory letter states it was factory engraved and shipped September 2, 1861. There are Grubb shipped guns with known Confederate identification & use probably sold through agents in St. Louis and other western cities accessible to Confederate agents early in the war. There are no more then one or two other examples of factory engraved squareback 2nd model London dragoons. Larry Wilson in his book “Colt Engraving” show serial number 159 in same configuration as this revolver from Lewis Yearout collection, Wilson states concerning S# 159: “The second model is an extreme rarity”. Almost all London Colt revolvers had “LONDON” address with exception of the handful of Hartford-London dragoons which are marked with New York City address such as the example. Standard configuration, 7.5” octagon to round barrel, German silver front sight 1-line New York City address, characteristic sparse tight London scroll engraving on frame, recoil shields, hammer, barrel lug, rammer pivot, backstrap, and trigger guard. “COLT’S PATENT” engraved on left side of frame. Small English proofs observed on barrel and each cylinder chamber. This revolver no doubt saw used during the Civil War but it’s still a sharp honest survivor. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Colt factory letter and copy of Herb Glass description in 2001 Gun Report. CONDITION: good to very good overall, no finish remains but fairly sharp edges with scattered dings and dents, holster wear at muzzle. No cylinder scene remains but matching S# 180 is sharp. Revolver is complete, matching throughout with exception of replaced wedge and hammer screw which are excellent restorations. Backstrap and trigger guard retain strong areas of original silver plate in protected areas. The fancy burl walnut grips retain about half of their original factory varnish. Mechanically revolver is fine, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Herb Glass sold this revolver which is pictured in his July 2001 Gun Report ad; William “Bill” Myers. (01-24547/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-20,000.

cyl. w/ Texas Ranger scene roll engraving. Cyl. banners are marked “MODEL U.S.M.R.” & “COLT’S PATENT”. Blue finished bbl. & cyl. w/ case colored frame, hammer & loading lever. Unplated brass grip straps. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever & wedge have matching numbers. Left side of frame is marked “U.S.” below patent marking. Bbl. & backstrap has “H” inspector’s mark. 1 piece walnut grips, both panels have military cartouches. About 10,500 mfg. 1851-61. This revolver was mfg. 1851. CONDITION: restored by Tommy Haas. Bbl. retains 90% restored finish showing spots of remaining light pitting. Bore retains sound rifling w/ darkness & pitting in the grooves. Cyl. has exceptionally clear scenes. Frame, hammer & loading lever retain 80% dark case colors. Grip straps are acquiring a light tarnish. Very good grips, cartouches are remarked. Wedge is slightly loose. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24696/DS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-9,000.

Cal. 31. S# 15745. Bbl. 3” octagon w/ New York address & brass comb sight. Made w/o loading lever. Five shot round cyl. w/ stagecoach scene roll engraving. Blue & case colored finish w/ silver finished brass backstrap & square back trigger guard. Bbl., frame, grip straps & wedge have matching numbers. 1 piece walnut grips. Approx. 15,000 mfg. 184750. This revolver was mfg. 1850. CONDITION: bbl. finish has faded to gray-brown w/ series of dents in right wedge area. Cyl. has cleaned gray appearance showing scattered pitting & retaining 50% scene. Frame has a dark faded appearance w/ faint traces of case colors. Grip straps show 40% silver finish w/ marks & small dents. Grips show heavy wear w/ chip at toe of right panel. Action shows wear. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-24815/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

4138. COLT 1848 BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 7378. Bbl. Octagon, shortened to 2” with added German silver blade sight and New York address. Five-shot round roll-engraved cyl. Silverfinished brass backstrap and square-back trigger guard. 1-Piece checkered ivory grips. Bbl., frame, grip straps, and cyl. have matching numbers. Approx. 15,000 mfg. 1847-50. CONDITION: metal has a brown patina appearance, showing light dents. Cyl. retains some weakly visible scenes. Grip straps have a silver finish remaining in protected areas. Grips show light wear and checking, having attained a pleasing yellow patina. Sound action. Dark, pitted bore. (01-24356/ DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4139. CASED COLT 1849 LONDON POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 7318. Bbl. 6”, octagon, with a London address. Five-shot round roll-engraved cyl. Iron backstrap and large round trigger guard. Blue and case-colored finish. 1 piece of walnut grips. Left bbl. flat and cyl. have British proof marks. UNNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: proper wooden case with blue velour-fitted interior. The inside of the lid has directions for loading and cleaning the Colt revolver. The case contains a 2-cavity iron bullet mold, a powder flask, a cleaning rod, a nipple wrench, and an Eley Bros. cap tin. The exterior case lid is stamped with the initials “JF” and shows scattered scratches and marks. The case interior shows moderate wear and fading. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., and wedge have matching numbers. CONDITION: very good. Bbl. retains 60% fading blue. Cyl. has faded to brown, retaining a very clear scene. Grip straps retain a 30% finish. Grips show light wear and handling marks. Sound action. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-24430/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4140. COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 227427. Bbl. 4”. Model 1849 Pocket single action percussion revolver mfg. by Colt in 1863. Top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked with Colt’s New York address, with “COLTS/ PATENT” stamped on the left side of the frame. Cyl. is engraved with Colt’s stagecoach scene. Brass trigger guard and rear grip strap with 1-piece smooth wood grip. All numbers are matching and include the frame, cyl. base pin, cyl., bbl. wedge, bbl., loading lever, trigger guard, as well as the rear grip strap. CONDITION: iron components retain traces of their original factory finish, with the balance exhibiting a mottled gray patina, with areas of light to mild pitting present overall. Brass trigger guard and backstrap appear to have been cleaned at one time, retaining traces of their original silver plated finish. Bore exhibits moderate pitting and retains strong rifling throughout. Action functions and indexes properly when cycled by hand. Grip shows scattered marks overall and numerous dings and impressions on the butt, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (0125281/MLW). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

4141. COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 119769. Bbl. 4”, octagon with bead sight and Hartford address. The left side of bbl. has stamped identification markings that may be “J 46.” Five-shot round roll-engraved cyl. Small brass trigger guard and backstrap. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., and wedge have matching numbers. The loading lever has a non-matching number of 4579. 1 piece walnut grip. Mfg. 1863. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray, showing spots of pitting and corrosion. Cyl. retains only traces of the scene. The backstrap has a brazed repair behind the hammer. Refinished grips show dents and marks, with a small crack in the right panel. Action is worn. Many action screws are replacements. Bbl. and cyl. are excessively loose. The lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-24353/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-800.

EXCEPTIONAL EARLY CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH Cal 36, S# 100719. Standard configuration 4th model 1851 navy with rarely seen iron backstrap & triggerguard on Hartford gun. Nathan Swayze only identified 3 examples in serial range 100,600-101,000 where the last Hartford addressed navies occur. Blue & case colored, 7.5” octagonal barrel, brass pin front sight, 1-line Hartford address and one of the last Hartford addressed guns. Left side of frame stamped “COLTS PATENT”, varnished walnut grip. This example was made early in 1861 at height of Civil War fervor, many examples in the serial range have both Union and Confederate associations. This survivor, however, has seen little use retaining virtually all its original blue, case color, and varnish. CONDITION: extremely fine. All matching and complete. Barrel & cylinder retain over 95% original blue finish. Iron grip frame retains over half its original blue, with gray/ silver patina as expected where blue worn where gripped. Cylinder has crisp near perfect rolled Ormsby “Naval Battle” scene, strong blue still in each chamber, & all 6 crisp safety pins. Frame, loading assembly & hammer retain most of their muted case colors. Grips are very fine, retaining virtually all their original factory varnish, small chip at one inside toe. Mechanics are crisp. Bright shiny rifled bore. (01-25374/JS). ANTIQUE. $12,000-15,000.

4143. FINE COLT 1851 NAVY 4TH MODEL CIVILIAN REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 123190. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon w/ New York address & brass cone style sight. Six shot round cyl. w/ Texas naval scene roll engraving. Blue finish w. case colored frame, loading lever & hammer. Unplated brass backstrap & large round trigger guard. Left side at rear of trigger guard bow is stamped “C”. Other 4th model features include small recoil shield cut-out w/ capping channel. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever & wedge have matching numbers. 1 piece walnut grip. “V” markings are found 3 times on the butt of each grip panel. Mfg. 1862. Consignor states that this was a local purchase by a Civil War Captain. CONDITION: fine, retaining over 90% lightly faded bbl. & cyl. blue. Cyl. scene retains sharp & clear. Frame, loading lever & hammer retain over 90% bright case colors w. slight fading in carry areas. Brass grip straps show a very mild tarnish. Grips have good finish showing scattered handling marks w/ small dents & butt. Sound action. Bore is bright retaining strong rifling. All cylinder safety pins are intact. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24695/DS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

4144. UNIQUE COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER WITH ROUND BARREL. Cal. 36. S# 170234. Colt model 1851 navy revolver with 7.5” round barrel variation is mentioned in Nathan Swayze’s definitive 1967 text “51 COLT NAVIES” in serial range 174,000-186,000. The barrel address is unique in being marked in 2 lines with “ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA”. The few specimens noted are outliers and have always been controversial. This example appears original and matching throughout. Swayze refers to this variation as the “rarest of the rare”. Dick Salzer past publisher of Arms Heritage Magazine and noted Colt authority owned this gun and has no qualms about its authenticity. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter of authenticity by Dick Salzer, copy of pages 55-56 from Swayze’s Colt Navy text. CONDITION: very good overall, traces of finish on hammer & trigger, balance of revolver is gray patina, barrel & cylinder appear recolored. Matching SNs throughout, wedge number is slightly different font. Mechanically functional, crisp rifled bore. ANTIQUE. (01-25117/JS). $6,000-8,000.

4145. COLT 1851 THIRD MODEL REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 68423. Bbl. 7 1/2”, octagon with New York address. Bead front sight. Six-shot round cyl. with naval scene roll engraving. Large iron trigger guard variation with 1-piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever, and wedge have matching numbers. Mfg. 1858. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray, showing scattered dents, scratches, and spots of light pitting. Cyl. retains 75% of the scene. Sanded and refinished grips have a slightly undersized fit. The dark, lightly pitted bore retains partially intact rifling. Action shows wear, retains two cocking notches, and has an

percussion configuration. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages of similar engraved guns from Larry Wilson’s “Colt Engraving Book” & auction receipt. CONDITION: fine overall, retaining much of its original silver wash, crisp markings including engraving. Revolver is original, complete and matching. Mechanically fine, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: James D Julia Auctions March 13, 2006, Lot 177. (01-25217/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-25,000.

4148. HIGH CONDITION COLT 1860 ARMY, CUT FOR STOCK. SN 19284. Cal 44. U.S. contract Colt M1860 Army percussion revolver in .44 manufactured 12/10/1861 and shipped to Washington arsenal with an order of 500 guns. 1 in 1861. This common revolver, over 200,000 made, in uncommonly high condition has a four-screw frame with stock cut-outs on each side of the recoil shield and back strap. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the one-line legend: “- ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-”. “COLTS/PATENT” is stamped on the left side of the frame. The barrel, cylinder and back strap have the military blue finish while the loading lever, frame and hammer are color case hardened. The trigger guard is brass and the one-piece walnut grip has an oil finish. The cylinder is roll-marked with the usual Texas Navy battle scene from 1843 and stamped “COLTS PATENT NO.” with matching “19284” and “PAT. SEPT 10TH 1850”. All of the visible serial numbers match: the full serial number is stamped on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder and back strap. The partial serial number “9284” is stamped on the arbor pin. Wedge is unnumbered. “T”, “C” or “B” sub-inspection marks are stamped on most components. A lightly stamped ordnance inspection that consists of three scriptic letters surrounded by an oval is on the lower left side of the grip; there are no markings on the right side. CONDITION: Near excellent with over 90% blue, the cylinder beginning to brown but with deep and vivid naval scene; case colors bright with light freckling; grips with a few superficial handling marks. Mirror bright bore. All cylinder safety pins are intact Perfect manual mechanics. One of the more attractive Colt 1860 Army revolvers cut for shoulder stock! PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24694/LA). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

4149. COLT NEW YORK ENGRAVED CASED 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Caliber: 44. Serial Number: 52630. Barrel: 8” round with blade sight. Six shot round rebated cylinder with naval engagement scene roll engraving. It was common practice for the large New York wholesale houses to have guns upgraded and engraved per customer request. These guns were sent to the shops of the same engravers that did piece work for various manufacturers. Frame, breech and muzzle ends of barrel, backstrap and brass trigger guard have 50% coverage of vine type foliate scroll hand engraving with punch dot backgrounds. Sides of hammer are engraved with a dragon head motif. Silver finish. 1 piece checkered Ivory grips. Barrel, frame, grip straps, cylinder and wedge have matching numbers. Manufactured: 1862 during the American Civil War. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: housed in a period rosewood casing with rectangular brass nameplate on lid. Black velour fitted interior. Case contains Colt’s patent marked powder flask, 2 cavity mold, Eley cap tin, case key & round balls and bullets. Also includes 1 wrapped box of American Powder Company 44-100 combustible envelope cartridges. CONDITION: barrel, frame, grip straps and loading lever retain 30% silver finish. Cylinder has bright cleaned appearance. Grips have acquired a mild yellow appearance with age and show some age related checking at butt. Action shows some wear with slightly slow timing. Bore retains lightly worn rifling with some very light pitting. (01-25250/DS). ANTIQUE. $12,000-18,000.

to metal, grips are fine retaining about half their original factory varnish. Cylinder retains all six crisp functional safety pins showing light use. Mechanics are crisp, sharp rifled bore with the areas of pitting. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-25050/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

very light corrosion. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (0124722/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4153. COLT 1860 GUNFIGHTER BELLY GUN STYLE REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 172536. Bbl. shortened to 4 3/8” with a New York address. German silver blade front sight. The loading lever is shortened to correspond with bbl. length. Six-shot round-refunded cyl. Blue finish with a case-colored frame and brass trigger guard. Bbl., frame, grip straps, and wedge match. The cyl. is unnumbered with “F” and “O” inspection marks. 1 piece of ivory grips. Civilian revolver mfg. in 1869. CONDITION: bbl. and cyl. retain 70% worn reblued finish showing scratches, dents, and spots of corrosion. Cyl. has no remaining scene. The backstrap and frame have faded to gray. The right panel of the grip has a yellowed appearance with a length-wise crack 1” behind the frame. Both grip panels show agechecking with small chips at the toe. Bbl. retains lightly worn rifling, showing small spots of light pitting. Sound action. (01-24357/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4154. “AS FOUND” CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER.

Standard configuration, 8” round barrel, German silver blade front sight, 1-line Col. Colt New York address, iron backstrap notched for stock, brass trigger guard. One piece walnut grips with inspection cartouches on either side, small inspector initials on most parts. This is the standard Civil War issued revolver which has survived uncleaned and dark patina. Revolver was made mid 1863 and no doubt saw service. CONDITION: good very good overall, complete, all matching serial numbers including wedge, iron is smooth mottled brown patina, holster wear at muzzle. All markings are easily discerned, cylinder naval battle scene it’s partially visible, cylinder retains 3 functional safety pins, grips are well fit with chips at inside toes. Mechanically fine, good rifled bore. (01-25192/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

4155. COLT 1860 ARMY U.S. INSPECTED REVOLVER.

8”, round with New York address. Six-shot round rebated cyl. with naval scene roll engraving. Blue and case-colored finish with brass trigger guard. 1 piece walnut grip with remnants of cartouches visible on both panels. Action is cut for shoulder stock attachment. Bbl., frame and grip straps have matching numbers. Wedge has non-matching number “0656”. Cyl. has non-matching number “4427”. Mfg. 1863, during the American Civil War. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to brown, showing wear, handling marks, and small spots of light pitting. Cyl. has weakly visible scene. Trigger guard has cleaned appearance. Grips have added varnish over wear & handling marks. Lightly pitted bore retains weak rifling. Action is out of time. (01-24546/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4156. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH CASE & ACCESSORIES. Cal. 44. S#

Model 1860 Army single action percussion revolver mfg. by Colt in 1862. Top of bbl. is marked with Colt’s single line New York address, with “COLT’S/ PATENT” stamped on the left side of the frame. Cyl. is engraved with a naval scene. Iron construction with brass trigger guard and iron rear grip strap with slot for a shoulder stock attachment. 1-piece smooth wood grip. German silver blade front sight with hammer notched rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the frame, cyl. base pin, cyl., bbl., trigger guard, and rear grip strap. Bbl. wedge is numbered to match. Bbl. wedge screw is a contemporary replacement. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: wood display case containing 1 tin of Remington Arms Company percussion caps, 1 tin of Hicks’ percussion caps, 1 bullet mold, 2 reproduction packs of lead swaged ball ammunition, as well as a bag a projectiles. CONDITION: iron components exhibit a gray patina overall, with some scattered areas of light to mild pitting. Brass trigger guard has been cleaned at one time. Bore exhibits scattered areas of moderate dark pitting, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Grip shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. Case shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, as well as some light wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (0125071/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4157. COLT 1860 ARMY U.S. INSPECTED REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 14332. Bbl. 8” w/ blade sight. Six shot round rebated roll engraved cyl. Action is cut for shoulder stock attachment. Brass trigger guard. 1 Piece walnut grips. Inspector’s initials “H” & “T” are found on the bbl. & cyl. respectively. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Wedge has non-matching number “002”. Mfg. 1862 during the American Civil War. CONDITION: metal has cleaned gray appearance showing some light pitting w/ series of small dents on right bbl. flat. Cyl. retains 30% visible scene. Grips have an age darkened appearance showing heavy wear w/ chips & dents at butt. Action shows light wear, trigger pull is very light. Lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-24479/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

71794. Bbl. 8”.

4158. COLT 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 189. Bbl. 7 1/2” round w/ German silver blade front sight. Six shot round cyl. Brass backstrap & trigger guard. 1 piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl. & wedge have matching numbers. Mfg. 1861, first year of production, during the American Civil War. CONDITION: metal shows heavy cleaning w/ some remaining pitting having an added smooth brown finish. Frame markings are weak. Sanded & refinished grips have dents at butt. Cyl. does not index properly when action is cycled. Dark pitted bore has largely intact rifling. (01-25193/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4159. COLT 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 23958. Bbl. 7 1/2”, round with New York address. Six-shot round roll-engraved cyl. Blue and case-colored finish with a silver-finished brass trigger guard and backstrap. One-piece ivory grips. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., and wedge have matching numbers. Mfg. in 1864. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray, showing dents and handling marks with scattered spots of pitting and corrosion. Brass grip straps show only faint traces of silver with evidence of cleaning and spots of recent dark tarnish. Grips have an aged yellow appearance with grain checking, plug-type repairs with a large crack on the right panel, and a repair at the toe of the left panel. Functioning action. The lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (0124434/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4160. COLT 1851 NAVY US NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 89784. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon w/ Hartford address & brass cone type sight. Right side ejector housing. Loading lever is removed & plugged. Bottom bbl. flat has inspector’s mark “R.W.M.” followed by the Navy Anchor. Round conversion cyl. w/ Texas naval scene roll engraving. Cyl. 4586 with matching number 89784 located on the cyl. face. Bbl., frame & backstrap are no. 89784. Left side of frame has 1871 & 1872 patent dates stamped over the original markings. Iron trigger guard originally no. 59704 is renumbered 89784. Butt of backstrap is marked “USN”. 1 piece walnut grips. CONDITION: very good retaining over 70% blue & 90% case colored finish w/ carry wear on grip straps. Original grip finish shows wear w/ numerous scratches & marks. Sound mechanics. Bore is generally bright w/ strong rifling showing small spots of very light pitting. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24705/DS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

4161. COLT 1851 NAVY MODEL US NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 59130. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon w/ New York address. Brass cone style front sight. Ejector housing is fitted to right side of bbl. Six shot round cyl. w/ naval scene roll engraving. Iron grip straps. Full blue finish. Butt of gun is stamped “U. S. N.” over inspector’s initials “J.L.H.”. Left side of frame has 1871 & 1872 patent dates. 1 piece walnut grip. Total of about 3,800 converted in the mid 1870s. CONDITION: 60% dull blue fading to brown showing spots of corrosion. Cyl. has weakly visible scene. Grips are age darkened w/ heavy wear, dents & handling marks. Hammer will not hold in full cock position. Bore is generally bright retaining strong rifling. (01-25162/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,250-3,000.

4162. COLT 1851 NAVY MODEL U.S. NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 89414. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon w/ ejector, Hartford address & brass cone style sight. Six shot round conversion cyl. w/ naval scene roll engraving. Iron trigger guard & backstrap. Butt is stamped “USN”. Left side of frame has added 1871-1872 patent dates & S inspector’s stamp. 1 piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. About 3,800 converted in the mid 1870s. CONDITION: all parts retain 70% dull worn blued finish. Cyl. retains 90% scene. Wedge area on right side shows numerous small dents, wedge has snug fit. Grips show heavy wear & handling marks w/ chips at butt. Sound action. Bore retains strong rifling showing some light pitting. (01-25164/D). ANTIQUE. $2,000-2,750.

4163. COLT 1860 ARMY RICHARDS CONVERSION US MARKED REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Colt CF. S# 124124. Bbl. 8” round w/ New York address & German silver blade sight having ejector housing on right side. Left side is marked “US”. Round rebated cyl. w/ naval scene roll engraving. Blue finished bbl., backstrap & cyl. w/ case colored hammer & frame. Brass trigger guard. Frame, trigger guard & backstrap are no. “124124”. Bbl. is no. “7303”. Conversion no. “303” is added to frame, grip straps, bbl., loading lever plug, cyl. & conversion ring. Left side of bbl. & trigger guard below serial number are marked “A” inspector’s initial. Grip strap behind trigger guard bow & near top of backstrap are marked w/ “H” inspector’s initial. 1 piece walnut grip. Total of about 9,000 converted 187178. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: tooled leather cartridge box. Insides have wood blocks to hold 14 paper cartridges. Leather has dark appearance w/ some cracking. CONDITION: very good. Bb. retains 70% dull blue showing handling marks & spots of flaking. Cyl. & backstrap retain 50% blue w/ areas of fading on cyl. w/ spots of corrosion on backstrap. Frame shows 90% lightly faded case colors. Grip strap shows a very mild tarnish. Grips show heavy wear w/ dents & marks having small chips at toe & trigger guard. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24697/

wedge show numerous small dents. Cyl. retains nicely visible scene. Sanded & refinished grips show numerous dents & marks w/ numerous chips at toe. Functioning action has stiff operation. Pitted bore retains largely intact rifling w/ evidence of a light ring approx. 1 1/2” from muzzle. (01-25168/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,250-3,000.

4165. COLT 1860 RICHARDS FIRST MODEL CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Colt CF. S# 3403. Bbl. 8” round w/ New York address & German silver blade front sight having V notch rear sight on conversion ring. Right side mounted ejector. Round rebated conversion cyl. w/ naval scene roll engraving. Blue & case colored finish w/ silver finished brass trigger guard. 1 piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Total of about 9,000 converted 1871-78. CONDITION: bbl. & cyl. finish has faded to brown. Backstrap retains a small amount of blue in protected areas. Frame, hammer & conversion ring have 60% lightly visible case colors. Ejector rod housing has a small dent. Sanded & refinished grips show heavy wear w/ dents & handling marks. Sound action. Bore retains sound rifling showing some light pitting w/ indentions below front sight. (01-25167/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-2,750.

4166. COLT 1860 RICHARDS-MASON CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44 CF. S# 6072. Bbl. 8” round w/ ejector, Hartford address & German silver blade sight. Six shot round rebated conversion cyl. w/ naval scene roll engraving. 1 piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Wedge is unnumbered. About 2,100 converted 1877-78. CONDITION: most major parts have a brown patina appearance w/ spots of worn nickel finish remaining on cyl. Trigger guard retains 80% nickel finish. Grips show heavy wear w/ age darkened appearance having chips & undersized fit at butt. Area around wedge & front grip strap show numerous small dents. Functioning action. Lightly pitted bore retains worn rifling. (01-25165/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,750-2,500.

sound rifling showing scattered light pitting. (01-25163/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4168. OUTSTANDING COLT POCKET CARTRIDGE REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 300216. Bbl. 3 1/2” round of solid type w/o ejector. Bbl. has a brass cone type sight w/ Hartford address. Five shot round rebated conversion cyl. w/ stagecoach scene roll engraving. Bbl., cyl. & grip straps are blued. Frame, hammer & conversion ring have case colored finish. 1 piece walnut grips. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Wedge has non-matching number “16512”. CONDITION: high condition revolver retaining over 85% lightly faded blue & case colored finish. Original grip finish shows numerous scratches, marks & small dents. Sound action. Bore retains sharp rifling showing some light corrosion in grooves. (01-25160/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4169. FINE COLT 1862 POCKET NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER. & ejector. Five shot round rebated cyl. w/ stagecoach engraving. Nickel finish. 1 piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Wedge is unnumbered. About 2,000 mfg. 1873-75. CONDITION: high condition revolver retaining over 70% nickel. Original grip finish shows wear spots & light marks. Bbl. has replacement brass sight. Sound mechanics. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-25158/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-2,900.

4173. COLT 1862 POCKET NAVY CARTRIDGE REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 309. Bbl. 4 1/2” with New York address, bead sight, and ejector. Five-shot round rebated cyl. with stagecoach scene rolled engraving. Nickel finish. 1 piece walnut grip. Total of about 6,500 mfg. 1873-75. CONDITION: finely retaining over 75% nickel finish. Grips show light wear and marks. Sound action. The bright bore retains strong rifling, showing a few spots of light pitting. (01-24358/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,600.

Cal. 44 RF. S# 1973. Bbl. 7 1/2” round w/ New York address. Blade front sight. Six shot round roll engraved cyl. Full nickel finish. 1 piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame & grip straps have matching numbers. Cyl. is unnumbered. Estimated quantity of 7,000 mfg. 1872-73. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Archive Properties letter listing the following information, “Serial Number: 1973 / Caliber: .44 Rimfire / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Nickel / Type of Stocks: Not listed / Shipped To: Jos. C. Grubb and Company / Address: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Date of Shipment: September 6, 1873 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 60”. CONDITION: 60% nickel finish showing scattered dents, corrosion & spots of light pitting. Grips show heavy wear w/ dents, chips & handling marks. Action shows wear. Cyl. shows some side play. Some action screws are replacement. Dark bore shows light pitting & retains intact rifling. (01-24433/DS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-9,000.

4175. COLT 1871-1872 OPEN TOP REVOLVER.

7 1/2” round w/ New York address. Features include right side ejector, brass blade front sight & fixed V notch rear sight. Six shot round cyl. w/ naval scene engraving. Left side of action has 1871 & 1872 patent dates. Brass trigger guard, 1 piece walnut army size grips. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Wedge is unnumbered. Total of about 7,000 were mfg. 1872-73. CONDITION: protected areas of bbl. retain some faded blue. Balance of gun is fading to gray/brown showing spots of light pitting. Area around wedge & ejector housing shows numerous small dents. Cyl. retains very good scene. Brass grip strap has acquired a nice patina & shows traces only of silver plating. Grips show heavy wear w/ dents & handling marks having chips at toe. Sound action. Brass blade front sight has been thinned & lowered. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-25166/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4176. NATIONAL ARMS 2ND MODEL DERRINGER. Cal. 41 RF. S# 729 (mfg. 18651870). Oval 2 1/2” barrel with German silver blade sight. Brass bird’s head grip frame. “G” assembly number left side of frame underneath plus stamped on back of both replacement checkered walnut grips. Grips are also marked with “ILLINOIS”. CONDITION: Fair overall appearance with cleaned pitting. Barrel has gray appearance with spots of patina. Brass has mustard patina with scattered marks. Grips good. Fair bore with pitting. (01-24894/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4177. VERY FINE 1ST MODEL NATIONAL ARMS DERRINGER PICTURED IN EBERHART. Cal 41, S# 5034. Pictured on page 28 of Doug Eberhart’s 2011 text on Colt & National Derringers. He describes this pistol as scarce: “Silver plated brass frame with blued barrel, S# 5034 is getting towards the end of production of the 1st model. It is .41 short rim fire caliber. This style finish is seldom seen”. This pistol was the predecessor to Colt 2nd model derringers. Colt bought National Arms Company in 1870 and continued their manufacture of this model and selling Nationals in their inventory. Standard configuration 2.5” ovoid blued barrel with flat top: “NATIONAL ARMS CO. BROOKLYN NY”, sparsely engraved brass frame. CONDITION: fine-excellent overall, retains 80-90% original blue & silver finish. Mechanically fine with good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: L.D. “Doug” Eberhart Collection; James D. Julia Auctions, lot 2233, March 14, 2014. (01-25299/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4178. EXCEPTIONAL COLT HOUSE MODEL “CLOVERLEAF” REVOLVER. Cal. 41 RF. S# 5444. This high condition unique revolver is known as the Cloverleaf due to the four leaf clover appearance of it’s four shot cyl. from front to rear. Total of approx. 7,500 mfg. 1871-76. Bbl. 3” round w/ semi-circular sight. Unique four shot cyl. Brass frame w/ spur trigger. Full nickel finish. 2 piece bird’s head walnut grips. CONDITION: fine, retaining over 90% nickel showing areas of peeling on forward portions of cyl. & bbl. Crisp mechanics. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling. Grips have good original varnish finish. (01-25172/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4179. OUTSTANDING COLT NEW LINE 41 SA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 CF. S# 10432 (found under the left grip). Bbl. 2 1/4” round w/ German silver semi-circular front sight. Left side has etched panel cal. marking. Five shot fluted cyl. Blue finish w/ case colored frame having spur trigger. 2 piece bird’s head rosewood grips. Approx. 7,000 mfg. 1874-79 were serial numbered in the same range as the New Line 38 cal. revolvers. CONDITION: high condition revolver retaining over 80% blue & case colored finish showing some flaking w/ spots of corrosion. Etched panel cal. marking is clear & intact. Grips have worn original varnish showing scratches & marks. Sound action. Bore retains sharp rifling. (01-25171/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

unnumbered. Mfg. 1897. CONDITION: finely retaining over 90% nickel finish. Grips show some age-related shrinking and checking. Sound mechanics. Bore shows some very light pitting and worn rifling. (01-24326/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4181. COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DA REVOLVER WITH COLT LETTER. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 64312. Bbl. 3 1/2” w/ semi-circular sight & etched panel cal. marking. Six shot fluted cyl. Nickel finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber bird’s head grips. Mfg. 1888. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: converted hardwood box w/ brass fittings & added green cloth compartmentalized interior. Case contains 1 two-piece box of UMC 38 long cartridges, turn-screw, cleaning rod, ebony wand, glass ink bottle, oil bottle along w/ accessory bottle. Also included is a Missouri Pacific Railroad Co. badge for traveling passenger agent dated 1921. Colt factory letter providing the following information: “Serial number - 64312 / Caliber .38/c / Barrel Length: 3 1/2” / Finish: Nickel / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Hibbard, Spencer, Barlett & Company / Address: Chicago, Illinois / Date of Shipment: March 27, 1888 / Number of Same Type / Guns in Shipment: 25”. CONDITION: fine retaining over 90% nickel showing dark spots in areas of fading. Clear etched panel cal. marking. Grips show light wear. Sound action. Very good bore. (01-25231/ DS). ANTIQUE. $2,750-3,750.

4182. COLT 1877 LIGHTNING DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 138721. Bbl. 4 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Hammer has polished sides. 2 piece checkered hard rubber bird’s head grips. Mfg. 1902. CONDITION: very good retaining over 80% blue & case colored finish. Frame, trigger guard & hammer show scattered dark spots of corrosion & light pitting. Grips show light checkering wear. Action is sound. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling. (24-738/DS). CURIO. $1,800-2,700.

4183. ETCHED PANEL COLT 1877 “THUNDERER”

STOREKEEPERS MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH INSCRIBED IVORY GRIPS & FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 41 LC. S# 22117. Bbl. 2 1/2”. 1877 Thunderer Storekeepers Model double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1880. The left side of the bbl. exhibits “COLT D.A. 41” within an acid etched panel having Colt’s 2-line address marked across the top. Left side of frame is marked with Colt’s patent information having “41 CAL” stamped on the rear trigger guard web. Major metal components exhibit a nickel plated finish, w/ some smaller components including the trigger, hammer, and frame screws exhibiting a nitre blue finish. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece smooth ivory grips & the left grip panel being inscribed, “Compliments/ of/ Tom R. Jennings/ 3.I.W”. Half-moon blade front sight plus a frame notched rear sight. All numbers are matching including the frame, trigger guard, rear grip strap plus cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter indicates that this example was shipped with a 2 1/2” bbl., nickel plated finish, and rubber grips in a shipment of 6 revolvers to John P. Lower in Denver, CO on January 9th of 1880. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory nickel plated finish, exhibiting scattered spots of bubbling and flaking overall that show through to a dark gray patina. Nitre blued components retain a mostly gray patina & the trigger plus hammer retaining fair amounts of their original factory finish. Very bright bore, exhibits some areas of light to mild pitting, while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Action functions and indexes appropriately when cycled by hand. Ivory grips exhibit a pleasing yellow patina plus exhibit some scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy & serviceable. A very nice example of a desirable Colt 1877 Thunderer Storekeepers Model having period inscribed ivory grips. (01-25275/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4184. ETCHED PANEL COLT 1877 “THUNDERER” STOREKEEPERS

MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 41 LC. S# 42564. Bbl. 2 1/2”. 1877 Thunderer Storekeepers Model double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1883. Left side of bbl. exhibits an acid etched panel which reads “COLT D.A. 41”, with the top of the bbl. exhibiting Colt’s 2-line address. Left side of frame is marked with Colt’s patent information having “41 CAL” stamped on the rear trigger guard web. Metal components exhibit a nickel plated finish plus some smaller components including the trigger, hammer, and frame screws exhibiting a nitre blue finish. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece smooth pearl grips. Half-moon blade front sight plus frame notched rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter indicating that this example was shipped w/ a 2 1/2” bbl., nickel plated finish, rubber grips, & was 1 of 50 revolvers shipping to Hartley & Graham on April 6th, 1883. CONDITION: metal components retain lg. amounts of their original factory nickel plated finish, exhibiting areas of wear scattered spots plus areas of bubbling and flaking that show through to gray patina. Nitre blued components exhibit varying degrees of wear w/ most retaining a gray patina. Bright bore, exhibiting consistent mild to moderate pitting, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Grips show scattered handling marks plus some gouges and chips, but otherwise remain sturdy & serviceable. (01-25278/MLW). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4185. ETCHED PANEL COLT 1877 “THUNDERER” STOREKEEPERS MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 41 LC. S# 22520. Bbl. 2 1/2”. 1877 Thunderer Storekeepers Model double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1880. Left side of bbl. exhibits an acid etched panel that is marked “COLT D.A. 41”, with Colt’s 2-line address marked across the top. Left side of frame is marked with Colt’s patent information having “41 CAL” marked on the rear trigger guard web. Metal components exhibit a blue finish. Frame is mounted w/ a 1-piece checkered wood grip. German silver half-moon blade front sight having frame notched rear sight. Hammer appears to have been cleaned on either side at one point in time. All numbers are matching including the frame, trigger guard, butt, and cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter indicates that this example was shipped with a 2 1/2” bbl., blue finish, “Not Listed” stocks plus was 1 of 30 revolvers shipped to Hartley & Graham in New York, NY on February 14th, 1880. CONDITION: metal components retain traces of their original factory blue finish having the balance retaining a gray patina w/ areas of light to mild surface oxidation overall. Very bright bore, exhibiting scattered spots of light to mild surface oxidation, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Grip exhibits some smoothing, scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (01-25276/MLW). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

4186. COLT 1877 LIGHTNING DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 27401. Bbl. 3 1/2” with Hartford & Pall Mall London markings. Sixshot, fluted cyl. Blue finish with 1-piece checkered walnut, round butt grips. CONDITION: 60% dull, fading blue, showing scattered light pitting. Grips show light wear and handling marks. The trigger return spring sometimes fails to function. A lightly pitted bore has worn rifling. (01-24355/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-800.

4187. COLT 1877 “THUNDERER”

STOREKEEPERS MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 41 LC. S# 28301. Bbl. 2 1/2”. 1877 Thunderer Storekeepers Model double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1881. Top of bbl. is marked with Colt’s 2-line address having patent information marked on the left side of the frame. Frame is mounted w/ a 1-piece checkered wood grip. German silver blade front sight having frame notched rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the frame, trigger guard, and butt. Cyl. appears to match w/portions of the S# being partially illegible. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter indicates that this revolver was shipped w/ a 2 1/2” bbl., blue finish, “Not Listed” stocks plus was sent in a shipment of 2 revolvers to H & D Folsom Arm Company in New York, NY on March 31st, 1881. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a mottled gray patina, plus areas of pitting present overall. Poor pitted bore, exhibits strong rifling throughout. Grip shows smoothing plus scattered marks from handling & storage, but otherwise remains sturdy & serviceable. (01-25277/ MLW). ANTIQUE. $500-800.

4188. ETCHED PANEL COLT 1877 “THUNDERER”

STOREKEEPERS MODEL WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 41 LC. S# 46041. Bbl. 2 1/2”. 1877 Thunderer Storekeepers Model double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1883. Left side of bbl. exhibits an etched panel that is marked “COLT D.A. 41”, w/ Colt’s 2-line address across the top. Left side of frame is marked w/ Colt’s patent information, w/ “41 CAL” stamped on the rear trigger guard web. Metal components exhibit a blue finish. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece smooth ivory grips. Half-moon blade front sight w/ frame notched rear sight. All numbers are matching, w/ the exception of the cyl. Grips are matching via the full S#, which is handwritten in pencil on the interior of the panels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter indicating that this revolver was shipped from the factory w/ a 2 1/2” bbl., blue finish, & “Not Listed” stocks, plus was sent in a shipment of 25 revolvers to Hartley & Graham in New York, NY on August 13th, 1883. CONDITION: metal components retain traces of their original factory blue finish having the balance exhibiting a mottled gray patina plus areas of light pitting present overall. Very bright bore, exhibiting some light pitting, while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Grips exhibit a mellow patina w/ some scattered marks overall & some sm. cracks present along the edges. Right grip panel exhibits a sm. chip at the rear of the panel towards the butt. (01-25279/MLW). ANTIQUE. $500-800.

4189. RARE, ORIGINAL COLT SAA REVOLVER CHAMBERED IN 22RF WITH FACTORY LETTER. EX FLAYDERMAN & RHOLES COLLECTIONS.

1860. Bbl. 7 1/2” with correct short blade front sight. Beginning in 1875 Colt began production of the 44 RF SAA, however by this time centerfire cartridge performance had already far outpaced that of rimfire cartridges rendering SAAs chambered in 44 RF obsolete from the start and are found in the S# range 1-18XX. In an attempt to bolster sales, Colt then decided to manufacture or convert RF frames to a more desirable / saleable caliber, thus the introduction of the 22 RF to the Colt SAA line. The “solution” fell flat however and as stated in “A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER” by Graham, Kopec & Moore page 29, “In his research of Colt shipping records, John E Parsons accounted for 107 .22 caliber standard frame Single Actions. However a separation of converted .22’s and regular .22 cal. production was not noted.” With a meager 107 22 RF SAAs produced, this remains one of the rarest calibers in existence. Matching numbers appear on frame, cyl, grip frame & bbl. Left front of trigger guard bow marked “22 CAL” and does not appear to be an overstamp. Correct unnumbered 2 piece checkered hard rubber eagle grips. Bbl. has 1 line block letter address. Left side of frame marked with 3 line patent date. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory archive letter to Norm Flayderman dated August 20, 1987 stating the following: “Serial Number: 1860/ Caliber: .22 Rim Fire/ Barrel Length: 7 1/2”/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Rubber/ Shipped to: Schoverling, Daly & Gales/ Address: New York, NY/ Date of Shipment: May 28, 1889/ Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: Fine overall for RF production as few surviving examples retain any finish whatsoever. Metal components retain 20-30% original blue, notably in protected areas, butt & grip frame. Balance of metal turning gray with a pleasing brown patina. Action is also a blend of gray / patina with small areas of cleaned light pitting ahead of cyl. Hammer retains strong case colors. Grips show only light wear and fading commensurate with age. Very good bore retains strong rifling with areas of light frosting. Mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: Ex. Norm Flayderman Collection, Ex. Tommy Rholes Collection. James D. Julia past auction, March 2014. (01-25363/ BH). ANTIQUE. $18,000-27,000.

4190. FINE & RARE OTTO BODENSTEIN ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER, 1881. Standard configuration Colt SAA with Colt archive record stating shipped Oct. 12, 1881 “SOFT” to Schuyler Hartley and Graham, New York City. This revolver is pictured in Jerry Hemphill’s 1990 published “COLTS FROM TEXAS AND THE OLD WEST” on page 140. It is pictured in that book with checkered ivory grips. Revolver is engraved by Otto Bodenstein. His engraving for Colt is short lived, only noted for short period where his very distinct “Merwin & Hulbert” style rope and tiny punch dots. When Bodenstein engraved exclusively for Hopkins & Allen who manufactured the Merwin revolvers, often a colored enamel was added to engraving for a unique finish, Saint Andrew crosses on both top forward portions of frame and rarely seen quarter panel fan on the left side abutting trigger guard but classic Bodenstein attributed examples, all shipped to Schuyler, Harley, & Graham April & October, 1881. Matching serial numbers are found on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. A major auction sold this revolver as “barrel is modern replacement”, but no doubt barrel is original, the high condition fooled their describer. This revolver saw little use and retains most of its nickel plating except of the left side of frame that was overcleaned from apparently rust or corrosion, (possibly from sitting in holster for long time). CONDITION: very good to fine, complete and original with exception of cylinder pin and grips as noted. Retaining about 80% original nickel on barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, and right side of frame. Left side of frame has traces of nickel with overall gray patina with pitting. Backstrap has about 20% nickel in protected area on butt. The mechanics are excellent, bright shiny rifled bore. PROVENANCE: John W. Stewart collection; Nick Shannon collection; Murry Cathlina collection. (01-25369/BH). ANTIQUE. 18,000-27,000.

letter listing the following information: “Serial Number: 39487 / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: Not Listed / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: J. P. Moores Sons / Address: New York, New York / Date of Shipment: November 3, 1877 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 25”. Also included is a seven-page letter from noted author R. L. Wilson. The letter discusses the strongly stylized embellishments of L. D. Nimschke on this revolver. Mr. Wilson states that the Mexican Eagle and ornamentation on this New York engraved revolver are “a clear indication of the market for which this revolver was intended. The 7 and 1/2” bbl. and the 45 cal. are also indicative of frontier use, whether in Mexico or possibly even the United States”. CONDITION: This colorful revolver shows signs of frontier use. Bbl. and Action retain a 20% nickel finish interspersed with areas showing heavy wear and scattered pitting. The grips are also a testament to frontier use, with chips at the toe and heel, additional chips, and small cracks around the action. Sound action. A lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-24323/DS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-25,000.

number of “1693”. Cyl. is unnumbered. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Archive Properties letter listing the following information, “ Serial Number: 92050 / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2 / Finish: Soft / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Special Features: Shipped in the ‘soft’ condition without final finishing for engraving outside the Colt factory. / Shipped To: Hartley & Graham / Address: New York, New York / Date of Shipment: May 9, 1883 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 25”. CONDITION: very good, retaining over 80% nickel finish, showing spots of corrosion and very light pitting. Grips show some chipping around the frame as well as at the heel. Action shows some wear and retains four notches on the hammer. The pitted bore has largely intact rifling. (01-24324/DS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-25,000.

4193. EXTREMELY RARE & HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER DOCUMENTED “FLUTED” BLACK POWDER FRAME COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER Cal. 44-40. S# 122354. Mfg. 1889. Bbl. 3 1/2”. Exceptionally rare in any configuration, this revolver has a number of features that make it truly stand out. “Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia Vol. 1” by Keith Cochran, using survey statistics based on 167 surveyed revolvers, with the total estimated production of Sheriff’s Model Colts (1,000), there were a scant 305 manufactured with 3 1/2” barrels. Additionally, of that 1,000, only 180 were chambered in 44-40. Utilizing specific numbers found in “THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER” By Don Wilkerson, Carol Wilkerson & Colt Historian Kathleen Hoyt, of the serial numbers 1-164,100 (1896), a total of 122 ejectorless model were found chambered in 44-40. Of those, 34 were manufactured with a 3 1/2” barrel. Of the 3 1/2” 44-40s only 10 were nickel finished. It should also be noted that page 72 of “A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY” by Graham, Kopec & Moore states “Above SN 130,000, around 1890, the percentage so SMs manufactured in 44-40 caliber dropped sharply for some unknown reason. Our survey lists only six 44-40 ejectorless SAs from #130,000 through the end on SM production. This revolver was manufactured with a first type “fluted” frame. “A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY” by Graham, Kopec & Moore states on page 67 “Beginning in the 122,000 or 123,000 SNR the specially forged fluted Sheriff’s Model frames were discontinued” making this revolver one of the last produced with this style frame. Accompanying letter from Ron Graham regarding this revolver also states “Research has determined that the factory produced approximately 150-175 of these “fluted frame” Sheriff’s Models”. Bbl. marked on left side with acid etched panel “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER”. Bottom of bbl. stamped with small “44”. Top of bbl. has 2 line bbl. address. Left side of frame marked with 3 line patent date. Left front of trigger guard bow marked “44 CAL”. Gun is fitted with proper 2 piece checkered hard rubber eagle grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Industries letter dated May 19, 1969 with the following “Caliber 44-40/ Barrel Length 3 1/2”/ Finish Nickel/ Type of stocks Rubber/ Sold & shipped to J. F. Schmelzer & Sons/ Address Kansas City, Mo./ Date of shipment April 18, 1889/ Number of same type guns in shipment 1” Also accompanied is a John Kopec letter dated Feb. 23, 1999 confirming that he purchased the gun in 1975 and that it was never altered in the 24 years he owned it. Letter from Colt Historian Ron Graham regarding this specific revolver. CONDITION: metal finish is gray / patina with no original nickel remaining. Etched panel is faint but visible and appears original. Above letter from Graham states “At sometime in the past, that nickel was professionally removed. While collectors do not prefer to have original finish removed from a firearm, the fact that this SA was not buffed or polished by an amateur is extremely fortunate. This outstanding COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER panel survived only because of someone’s professionalism.” Grips show wear commensurate with age. Very good bore with lightly frosted appearance has sharp rifling. Mechanically excellent. This revolver would be a notable addition to most any advanced Single Action collection. PROVENANCE: Ex John Kopec collection 1975-1999. (01-25371/BH) ANTIQUE. $15,000-25,000.

4194. BEAUTIFULLY ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID COLT BLACK POWDER FRAME FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal 45 Colt. S# 80833 Mfg. 1882. Bbl. 5 1/2” with front sight having been removed at time of customization. 6 Shot fluted cylinder. Revolver features 75% coverage of a well executed floral scroll engraving throughout. Engraving is attractively highlighted by gold wire inlaid borders at bottom & rear of frame at both sides, muzzle end of bbl., edges of cyl. flutes & outer edges of recoil shield. All external marking have been gold filled, including rampant Colt. Double bands of gold & rose gold inlay appear at rear of both bbl. & cyl. Left side of recoil shield features bugling bull elk. Loading gate has side profile bear head. Gold plated trigger. Sides of blued hammer are engraved with floral scroll terminating in an eagle head. 1 Piece smooth grips. CONDITION: Very good to near excellent overall. Metal retains 98% custom blue finish with a very light patina in sighting groove on top of frame. Area where sight was removed has small void with light oxidation. Very good grips show light staining & minor scuffs. Bore retains strong rifling with scattered areas of light pitting and an overall frosted appearance. Overall a very attractive Single Action Army. (01-25305/BH). ANTIQUE. $8,000-11,000.

4195. ANTIQUE CUSTOM ENGRAVED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SAA REVOLVER. Cal 44-40. S# 177343 Mfg. 1898. Bbl. 7 1/2” with blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Action, cyl. & bbl. tastefully custom engraved with 50% coverage floral scroll. Bbl. marked on left side in engraved panel with crown “V. COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER 44*40” Bbl., cyl, trigger, hammer & screws are blued with action having a contrasting plum hue. 1 Piece smooth grips. CONDITION: metal components retain 80% custom finish over a few scattered dents with notable thinning on outer portion of ejector rod housing. Near excellent grips. Bright, shiny bore with sharp rifling having appearance of mild frosting at throat. (01-25306/BH) ANTIQUE. $7,000-10,000.

4196. ORIGINAL “1875 MODEL” COLT SAA CALVERY REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 17517. Bbl. 7 1/2” with blade front sight. Mfg. 1875. As noted in “A STUDY OF THE COLD SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER” by Graham, Kopec & Moore, “The U.S. Colt Single Action revolvers manufactured in 1875 are among the most interesting, and least known U.S. Colt Cavalry revolvers. There were three U.S. Ordnance Principal Sub-inspectors who inspected these revolvers at the Colt factory.” The two known inspectors are identified as A.P. Casey & Samuel B. Lewis while the third, unknown, is recognized as using a tiny single “J” initial. Trigger guard, cyl & bbl. all bear this initial “J”, with bbl. also having small initial “P”. Hammer slot marked “C”. Matching numbers on frame, grip frame, cyl. & bbl. 1 Piece walnut grips with faintly visible “APC” cartouche on left side. 1 line Italic bbl. address. 2 Line patent date on left side of frame followed by “US”. CONDITION: metal has turned gray with an even brown patina. Frame & ejector rod housing exhibit areas of cleaned pitting. Cyl. pin retaining screw appears replacement. Grips appear to have been lightly sanded & refinished with cartouche still lightly visible. Bore shoes even light pitting with strong rifling. All 4 clicks present, last notch is weak and barely holds. (01-25341/BH). ANTIQUE. $9,500-12,500.

4197. LONDON MARKED COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER CHAMBERED IN 455 ELEY. Cal. 455 Eley. S# 98033. Bbl. 5 1/2” w/ address “COLT’S PTFA MFG Co HARTFORD CT. U.S.A. DEPOT 14, PALL MALL, LONDON”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 1 piece walnut grips. Bottom of right panel is stamped “3”. Cyl. has British proof marks. Frame, grip straps & bbl. have matching S#s. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Fire Arms Manufacturing Company, Inc. detailing the following information, “Calibre .455 / Barrel Length 5 1/2” / Finish Blue / Type of Stocks Not Listed / Sold & shipped to: Colt London Agency, / Address London, England. / Date of Shipment August 15, 1883 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment. Eighty-seven”. CONDITION: fine. Bbl., ejector housing, cyl. & grip straps retain over 60% blue showing areas of fading & carry wear w/ scattered spots of light corrosion. Frame & sides of hammer have over 50% nicely visible case colors showing carry wear & spots of darkened appearance. Grips have an added coat of finish over light wear & handling marks. Sound action. (01-25362/DS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

4198. COLT LONDON FLAT TOP TARGET SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 132781. Bbl. 7 1/2” marked “COLT’S PT. F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A. DEPOT 14. PALL MALL LONDON”. Pinned beaded blade front sight w/ U notch rear sight. Flat top target style frame. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish. Checkered trigger. Trigger guard has an added metal finger rest attached by a single screw. 2 piece hard rubber eagle grips. 925 flat top target models were mfg. 1888-96. This revolver was mfg. 1890. CONDITION: 70% blue showing flaking on frame. Cyl. is fading to brown & shows a drag line. Grips show light wear. Tight action, hammer retains all 4 clicks. Bore is generally bright w/ strong rifling showing small spots of light pitting. (01-24809/DS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

4199. NO LOT.

4200. COLT FIRST GEN LONDON SHIPPED SAA REVOLVER IN SCARCE 45 SHORT ELEY. Cal. 45 Short Eley. S# 20524. Bbl. 5 1/2” w/ Hartford address. 6-shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. One piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame & grip straps have matching numbers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt ‘s Patent Fire Arms Mfg. Company letter dated May 7, 1964 that confirms the caliber. The letter also states this was one of 50 guns shipped to the London Agency on December 6th, 1875. CONDITION: bbl. & grip straps retain 60% thinning blue. Cyl. has 30% thinning blue showing spots of corrosion. Frame has faded to a light brown patina. Sanded & refinished grips show heavy wear & dents. Action functions properly when hand cycled. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-25361/DS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

4200A. CASED COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER & OTHER EFFECTS BELONGING TO FAMOUS LAWMAN JEFF MILTON WITH LARGE PROVENANCE FILE. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 50912. The consignor, Dave Trevallion, renowned stock maker for Purdy, began working on rifles for Jack Holliday, the neighbor to Jeff Milton, in the late 1960s. The two eventually became good friends. In 1974 Holliday gifted Trevallion the items he received from Jeff Milton over the years. Before Milton’s passing, while retired in Tucson, he befriended W. (Bill) J. Holliday who was owner of the adjacent Holliday Ranch. Their friendship would last until Milton’s passing, with Milton serving as Best Man at Holliday Sr.’s wedding. An accompanying photo shows Milton (2nd from left) with W.J. Holliday Sr. (center) & Jr. (left) together at the Holiday Ranch. Also mentioned in “JEFF MILTON A GOOD MAN WITH A GUN” by J. Evetts Haley on page 407, is an exchange that took place between Milton and a young Jack Holliday in the Holliday living room. Jefferson (Jeff) Davis Milton (18611947) was a well known & respected lawman with a long illustrious career roaming the countryside from Texas to Arizona. In July 1880, Milton began his lawman career as a Texas Ranger. Falsifying his birth date on the application, Milton, 18 at the time, added 3 years to his age in order to meet the minimum 21. In 1884 Milton traveled to New Mexico taking up employment as a Cowboy Detective for a cattle association and would later become Deputy Sheriff of Socorro County, NM. Gaining notoriety for his speed and efficiency with a firearm, Milton was hired in 1887, by Collector of Customs, Joseph Magoffin, in an effort to prevent smuggling. The early 1890s were spent working for the Union Pacific Railroad Company along with the Pullman Car Company. In 1894 Milton would become the Chief of Police in El Paso, TX, which at the time, was rife with murder, robbery, and other violent crimes. Later, in 1895, Milton would assume the role of Deputy U.S. Marshall. Finding his life as a Marshall less lucrative, Milton was hired on as a Wells Fargo Express Messenger on the Southern Pacific run from Benson, AZ to Guaymas, Mexico. His job was to escort costly shipments of gold & silver. It was during this time that Milton was wounded in a gunfight. Outlaw Burt Alvord and five others attempted to raid the express car in Fairbank, AZ and during the ensuing exchange of fight, Milton was shot in the left arm, shattering the bone. This injury left Milton with a crippled arm for the rest of his life. In 1904 Milton was directly commissioned by President Theodore Roosevelt to the position of Mounted Chinese Inspector for the newly formed U.S. Immigration Service. In 1924, at age 62, Jeff Milton became the first ever officer appointed to the U.S. Immigration Border Patrol. In 1932 Milton retired to Tombstone AZ and later Tucson, where he passed away in 1947. Bbl. 4 3/4” replacement with altered front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. 1 Piece walnut grips. Backstrap bears commemorative inscription to James C Pym. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: notarized letter from consignor detailing the chain of ownership of the Jeff Milton items from Milton, to the Holiday family, and finally from his friend W.J. (Jack) Holliday to the consignor himself. Photocopies of signed letters from Jeff Milton to W.J. Holliday Sr. Picture of Jeff Milton together with both Holliday Sr & Holliday Jr. at the Holliday Ranch. Colt Factory letter. Other items from Milton include a bone handled wooden cane, pocket watch, a skeleton key with $3 brothel coin & a few other trinkets. Revolver is housed in a later, aged, walnut shadow line case with relic condition wood handled Bowie knife, cleaning rod & oiler. Case is lined in a maroon velour. CONDITION: metal

4201. COLT SAA US ARTILLERY MODEL REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 4159. Between 1896 & 1903, many cavalry model revolvers were arsenal reworked & refinished w/ bbls. shortened to 5 1/2”. Parts were reassembled randomly & rarely will one be found w/ matching serial numbers. Bbl. arsenal shortened 5 1/2” w/ blade sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Frame is serial number “4159”. Trigger guard is serial number “31569”. Backstrap is serial number “720”. Bbl. is serial numbered “2431”. Bottom of bbl. has inspector’s mark “J.T.C.” followed by initial “H”. Cyl. is unnumbered w/ inspector’s mark “P”. 1 piece walnut grips w/ inspector’s mark “RAC” at butt of panel. CONDITION: bbl., ejector, cyl. & grip straps retain 85% lightly faded blue showing carry & edge wear. Frame & hammer retain 70% lightly faded case colors. Refinished grips show scattered marks. Sound mechanics. Bore has lightly darkened appearance w/ scattered very light pitting & worn rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24703/DS). ANTIQUE. $7,000-11,000.

4202. COLT 1ST GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 WCF. S# 1817. Starting in August of 1875, approx. 1,850 SAA revolvers were produced in 44 RF cal. in their own serial number range. Due to decreased demand in 1888, approx. 100 of these were converted to 22 RF, & 1 to 32 RF. No other cals. have been documented. New bbls. & cyls. were fitted & the trigger guards were restamped 22 cal. It is unknown who or when this revolver was rechambered to 22 WCF. Bbl. 7 1/2” w/ a lowered front sight. Six shot fluted cyl. 2 piece checkered hard rubber eagle grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Charles B. Layson, contributing editor “SAA Revolvers”, “The Blue Book of Gun Values”. 2 page letter detailing the history of the rimfire Colt SAAs & talking of Mr. Layson’s opinion of this revolver. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance w/ scattered light pitting. Front receiver ring shows light wrench marks. Grips show moderate wear. Action is tight w/ all 4 clicks remaining on hammer. Pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-25141/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

4203. COLT SAA CAVALRY MODEL AINSWORTH INSPECTED REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 2860. Bbl. 7 1/2” w/ Hartford address. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Left side of frame has 1871 & 1872 patent dates w/ “U.S.” marking. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. Bbl., backstrap & trigger guard have “A” Ainsworth inspection marks. 1 piece walnut grip w/ clear “OWA” cartouche on left panel. Mfg. 1874. CONDITION: fine as restored by Tommy Haas. Blued parts retain 75% restored finish showing flaking & carry wear. Frame retains 90% lightly faded case colors. Very good refinished grip shows scattered marks. Tight & sound action. Bore retains strong rifling having a slightly darkened appearance. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24699/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

22,1880 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 50”. CONDITION: excellent as upgraded retaining nearly all restored blue & case colored finish. Excellent grips. Bore retains sound rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24732/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# 111551. Bbl. 7 1/2” w/ Hartford address & blade sight.

federally legal or not. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Archive Properties LLC stating “We regret to advise you that we were unable to locate any information on this firearm”. CONDITION: excellent as upgraded. Metal retains virtually all gold, nickel & fire blued finish. Excellent grips. Bore has a lightly frosted appearance retaining sound rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24731/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4206. EXTREMELY FINE REFINISHED HENRY NETTLETON INSPECTED US COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 45, S# 50591. Standard configuration, 7.5” barrel, one line Hartford address, blue & case colored finish all professionally restored, fire blued trigger. Henry Nettleton “NH” inspection marks stamped on bottom of frame, trigger guard, barrel, and cylinder. Nettleton cartouche on the left grip below “1878” stamped date, sub inspector cartouche on opposite grip “JEG” for John Greer. Colt factory letter shows delivery to U.S. Inspector at the Colt Plant on September 18, 1878 in a shipment of 150 revolvers. CONDITION: extremely fine as refinished. Revolver retains virtually all its bright blue and case colored finish. Markings in metal are all crisp and well defined as professionally restored. Grips are crisp & well fit with well discerned cartouches. Mechanically fine with bright shiny rifled bore. (01-25272/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4207. AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT US CAVALRY SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 10732. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Left side of frame is stamped “US”. Bottom of bbl. has “A/P” inspector’s marks. Top of backstrap & butt of left grip have inspector’s initial “A”. Bbl., frame, grip straps & cyl. have matching numbers. 1 piece walnut grip. Mfg. 1875. CONDITION: cleaned metal has gray coloration from touch up finish. Sanded & refinished grips show light marks. Good mechanics. Bore is generally bright w/ lightly worn rifling. (01-25191/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4208. COLT ETCHED PANEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 44-40. S# 55150. Bbl. 7 1/2” w/ blade sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Black powder frame. 1 Piece walnut grips. Bbl., frame, cyl. & grip straps have matching numbers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Firearms Division letter detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 55150 / Caliber: .44/40 / Barrel Length: Not Listed / Shipped To: Hartley & Graham / Address: New York, NY / Date of Shipment: March 13, 1880 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 50”. CONDITION: metal has gray coloration from touch up finish. Etched panel marking is clearly visible. Grips show heavy wear w/ dents at butt. Action shows wear w/ 3 notches remaining. Lightly pitted bore has worn rifling. (01-24482/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4209. COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER. rubber rampant colt grips. Black powder frame w/ screw locked cyl. pin. Frame & grip straps have matching numbers. Mfg. 1896. CONDITION: metal has faded gray brown appearance w/ weakened markings showing light pitting. Cyl. pin & several screws show plier & screwdriver distortion, other action screws appear to be replacement. Grips show heavy wear. Action has light spring tension, cyl. shows play. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-25196/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,600-2,200.

4210. ANTIQUE COLT SAA REVOLVER CHAMBERED IN 41 COLT. Cal. 41 Colt. S# 173800. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Top left side of bbl. has 12 hand cut “kill notches”. 2 Piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Left panel has an additional 11 hand cut “kill notches” at butt w/ an additional 12 hand cut lines between the butt & screw hole. Right panel has a lightly cut “X”. Six shot fluted cyl. bbl. & grip straps have matching numbers. Mfg. 1898. CONDITION: metal has a faded gray appearance w/ scattered dents & pitting. Grips show heavy wear. Hammer has 3 remaining notches. Cyl. shows some side play. Lightly pitted bore has worn rifling. (01-24536/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SAA WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 349801. Mfg 1927. Of the 357,859 first gen SAA revolvers, it is estimated that total production to be between 3,000-3,500 revolvers. Revolver appears to be engraved by Master Engraver Wilbur Glahn. Glahn’s renowned “V” pattern appears at top of backstrap and bottom of grip frame. Frame, cyl. & bbl feature masterfully executed floral scroll engraving with ultra fine punch dot background. Rear of cyl has wavy line engraved border. Revolver is stocked with attractive mother of pearl grips; right panel has raised relief carved steer head with ruby eyes. Gun was shipped to Wolf & Klar of Fort Worth, TX in January of 1927. Wolf & Klar was considered one of the prominent purchasers of Colt revolvers, attracting wealthy businessmen, cattleman, outlaws & lawman from all parts of Texas and beyond. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Archive letter stating the following: “Serial Number: 349801/ Caliber: .45/c/ Barrel Length: 5 1/2”/ Finish: Nickel/ Type of stocks: Rubber/ Factory Engraved: Yes/ Shipped To: Wolf and Klar/ Address: Fort Worth, Texas/ Date of Shipment: January 12, 1927/ Colt Factory Order: #12291/1/ Number of same type guns in shipment: 1”. CONDITION: very fine overall. Metal surfaces retain 95% original nickel with very small areas of flaked finish on edges of backstrap, along grip line at butt, rear edge of cyl. left recoil shield & left side of muzzle. Edges of frame & cyl. stops remain sharp & crisp. Very good grips. Left panel has small missing chip at heel. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Mechanically excellent. A difficult to find factory engraved Colt in high original condition. (24-2051/BH). CURIO.

4212. CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED COLT 1ST GEN. ENGRAVED SAA CASED PAIR REVOLVERS. BOTH: Cal. 38 WCF, (38-40). Bbls. 5 1/2”. GUN 1 S# 288211. GUN 2 S# 288210. Six shot fluted cyl. Class C engraving. Frame, bbl., cyls. & grip straps have vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds having wavy & straight line borders & highlights. 2 piece pearl grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: British made Acme casing w/ added purple velour fitted interior having a 29 round cartridge block at the center. CONDITION: GUN 1. metal is cleaned & polished bright showing scattered spots of light pitting. Grips show small chips at toe & along action. Cyl. exhibits slight side play. Good to very good bore with appearance of even, very light pitting. (23-4739/DS). GUN 2. cleaned metal is polished bright showing scattered spots of light pitting. Right grip panel has large chip at toe. Tight action. Good to very good bore with appearance of even, very light pitting. (23-4739, 23-4740/DS). BOTH CURIOS. $20,000-30,000.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# 328915. Bbl. 4” w/o ejector. Six shot long flute cyl. Long flute cyls. remaining after the model 1878 double action was discontinued were altered for use in single action revolvers. The normal S# range for long flute use is 330,001 to 331,479. “A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver” by Graham, Kopec & Moore lists 8 out of range known long flute revolvers on page 157-158. Among these is this revolver, no. 328915 listed as a 4” Sheriff’s model, assembly completed April 27, 1915 & shipped April 28th, 1915. This revolver is also pictured on page 77 under the chapter pertaining to Sheriff’s Models. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Frame & grip straps have matching S#s. Sheriff’s model revolvers with long flute cyls. are practically unheard of. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Archive Properties LLC detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 328915 / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: 4” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Shelton-Payne Arms Company / Address: El Paso, Texas / Date of Shipment: April 28, 1915 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain worn blue in protected areas, carry areas have faded to gray. Frame shows 30% visible case colors primarily on the right side & forward portions of frame w/ balance fading to gray from carry use. Grips have worn checkering w/ small chips at toe. Cyl. stops short of indexing when action is cycled. Bore retains strong rifling. (24-2052/DS). CURIO. $22,500-35,000.

4214. VERY RARE NEW ORLEANS SHIPPED BLACK POWDER FRAME 3 1/2” SHERIFF’S MODEL SAA REVOLVER IN 41 COLT WITH Cal 41 Colt. S# 183449. Bbl. 3 1/2” with blade front sight. With an estimated total production of approx. 1,000 Sheriff’s models, these revolvers are considered very rare & desirable. “Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia Vol. I” By Keith Cochran estimates that of the total production of Sheriff’s models, a mere 305 were manufactured with 3 1/2” bbls. Additionally, Cochran estimates that the total production of Sheriff’s Models chambered in 41 Colt accounted for approx. 3.25% of the total (32 Revolvers).

“THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 1873-1895” by Don Wilkerson, Carol Wilkerson & Colt Historian Kathleen Hoyt lists on page 350 that from serial numbers 1-164100, just 33 ejectorless SAAs were found to have been manufactured in 41 Colt and those, the number manufactured as blue with a 3 1/2” bbl. was only TWO! Second style black powder frame. Though research would have S# 183449 listed as 1899 mfg, it is noted in “A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER” by Graham, Kopec & Moore on page 69 “It has been observed that in the regular Single Action production the spring loaded cylinder pin release catch occurs near the 165,000 SNR. However, with Storekeeper’s Model production, it is noted that some revolvers in the 183,000 range, and possibly higher, retain the old style cylinder pin screw of the blackpowder frame. This is due, no doubt, to the aforementioned practice of over-producing a number of frames for stockpiling. Black powder frame Sheriff’s models were still being assembled and shipped from the factory in 1899. This is three full years and approximately 18,000 revolvers after the production of all standard Single Actions had changed over to the cylinder pin release catch. Blued grip frame, 6 shot fluted cyl. & bbl. Case hardened frame & hammer. 2 line patent date. 2 line bbl. address. Left side of bbl. marked “41 Colt” Bottom of bbl stamped with small “41” 2 Piece checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 Colt Archive letters (1961 & 1986) stating the following: “Calibre .41/ Barrel length 3 1/2”/ Finish Blue/ Type of stocks Not listed/ Sold & shipped to: A. Baldwin & Co.,/ Address New Orleans, La./ Date of shipment April 26. 1899/ Number of same type guns in shipment Six/ The Colt Single Action described above is an authentic Sheriff’s or Storekeeper’s model, if the arm is in good mechanical condition factory loaded smoke-less powder cartridges can be safely fired in this arm”. CONDITION: very fine overall as these revolvers are seldom encountered with finish. Bbl. has been cleaned and shows areas of prior oxidation & light pitting. Cyl retains 60% blue with even finish wear, light freckling & a few minor dings. Frame shows strong case colors, notably towards bottom & rear. Front of frame shows a few scattered spots of cleaned moderate pitting. Grip frame retains 60-70% bright blue with thinning & freckling at backstrap. Very good grips display even light wear with a few small dents at bottom of right panel. Grips are turning brown with age. Generally bright bore retains sharp rifling with spots of light pitting. A very fine & rare Colt Sheriff’s model that would garner the attention of any serious collector. (24-2080/BH). CURIO. $18,000-27,000.

“COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 45”. Page 169 of “A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER” by Graham, Kopec & Moore states “It is important to note that Colt’s did not differentiate between barrel caliber markings of the .45 Colt and the 45 ACP” & “We can only assume management felt that for such a limited order chambering the expense was not warranted”. Blued bbl., grip frame & 6 shot fluted cyl. Case hardened frame & hammer. Matching numbers appear inside 2 piece checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips, right side of trigger guard frame & backstrap (under grips).

CONDITION: fine overall. Blued components retain approx 90% finish with light muzzle wear, scattered light scratches & thinning to backstrap. Frame & hammer retain 80-90% bright original case hardened color. Grips turning brown with age but otherwise very good with only the faintest of wear evident. Bright shiny bore with crisp rifling. A very fine example of the rare 45 ACP Colt SAA. PROVENANCE: Don & Carol Wilkerson Collection. (24-2135/ BH). CURIO. $18,000-27,000

4216. SLEEK CUSTOM ENGRAVED COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal 38 WCF. S# 313862 Mfg. 1910. Bbl. 4 3/4” with blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Revolver features 25% floral scroll engraving with finely stippled background. Cob web engraving is found at either side of grip frame near grips. Signed at front bottom of grip frame what appears to be “LH” (unknown). Sides of hammer & trigger polished bright. Remainder of metal surfaces finished in a dark matte blue/black. 2 Piece checkered hard rubber grips with rampant Colts are numbered to gun on inside. CONDITION: near excellent as custom finished at time of engraving. Metal surfaces retain 98% plus finish. Very good grips have a few minor handling marks & small spots of flattening to diamonds. Bright, shiny bore with crisp rifling. (24-1826/BH). CURIO. $7,000-9,000.

4217. VERY ORNATE CUSTOM ENGRAVED & SILVER INLAID COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 207297. Mfg. 1901. Bbl. 4 3/4” with target style blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Frame, cyl., bbl., grip frame & ejector rod housing feature highly ornamented full coverage floral scroll engraving with center of each scroll having a fine silver wire inlay. 1 piece intricately carved grip feature oriental style serpentine dragon on each side. CONDITION: very good as refinished at time of engraving. metal retains 95% custom black/ blue finish with light muzzle wear & thinning in area of trigger guard. Near excellent grips. Mirror bore displays sharp rifling. (24-1824/BH). CURIO. $9,000-12,000

Colt. S# 262386. Mfg. 1905. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Revolver features full coverage foliate scroll engraving lightly filled with gold filigree. Left recoil shield has side facing male lion. Loading gate has side facing lioness. Balance of metal is nickel with hammer with hammer, cyl. latch pin & action screws appearing niter blue. 2 Piece mother of pearl grips. CONDITION: very good as refinished at time of engraving. Metal features 97% reapplied nickel. blued parts exhibit some thinning finish. Approx. 1” finish scratch on left side of hammer. Very good grips have a few small chips at edges. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Trigger pull has been lightened. (241825/BH) CURIO. $8,000-13,000.

4219. VERY FINE BAKER, HAMILTON & PACIFIC SHIPPED COLT 1ST GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 351372. mfg. 1928. Bbl. 4 3/4” w/ Hartford address. The Baker & Hamilton company was founded originally as a mining supply and hardware store company during the California gold rush era. in 1918 they merged with Pacific Hardware & Steel. The Baker and Hamilton building was listed as a San Francisco Designated Landmark on April 6, 1989 and later, in 2005, placed on the National Register of Historic Places. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Two piece hard rubber checkered Rampant Colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Archive letter stating the following: Serial Number: 351372/ Caliber: 45/c/ Barrel Length: 4 3/4”/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Not Listed/ Shipped To: Baker, Hamilton & Pacific Company/ Address: San Francisco, California/ Date of Shipment: March 6, 1928/ Number of Same Type Gins in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 90% original blue with fading to grip strap areas, high edge wear & cyl. drag line. Action & hammer have 90% bright original case colors with minor freckling at lower right. Very good grips show light wear & marks. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore with sharp rifling. (24-2079/DS). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

4220. WELDON BLEDSOE SIGNED CATTLE BRAND ENGRAVED 1ST GEN Cal 38 WCF. S# 235201. Mfg 1902. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Revolver features full coverage Cattle brand engraving with punch dot background and highlights of floral scroll. Signed on left side of frame. Bledsoe honed his craft under the tutelage of legendary engraver Cole Agee. Revolver it fitted with 2 piece grips; right panel features relief carved lizard. CONDITION: Very good to near excellent overall as nickel plated at time of engraving. Metal retains 98% nickel with a couple small areas of freckling in sighting groove on top of frame. Very good grips. Good bore with sharp rifling shows areas of light frosting . (24-1823/BH) CURIO. $7,500-10,000.

4221. COLT 1ST GEN SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 32 WCF, (32-20). S# 346395. Bbl. 7 1/2” w/ blade sight. Fluted six shot cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Diamond checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Mfg. 1923. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Colt Archive Properties letter listing the following: Serial Number: 346395, Caliber: .32/20, Barrel Length: 7 1/2”, Finish: Blue, Type of Stocks: Checkered Walnut, Shipped To: Winchester Retail Store, Address: New Haven, Connecticut, Date of Shipment: June 2, 1924, Colt Factory Order: # 8617/1, Number of Guns of Same Type in Shipment: 1. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. retains 90% original blue showing light fading on left side. Cyl., grip straps & ejector housing retain over 95% blue showing light edge wear. Frame & hammer retain over 95% case colors. Grips have good finish showing small marks. Tight action w/ 4 firm hammer clicks. Bore retains sharp rifling. (23-4775/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

4222. COLT 1878 FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44-40. S# 50521. Bbl. 7 1/2” with blade sight. Six-shot long flute cyl. blue finish. Round 2-piece pearl butt grips with lanyard ring. Total production of 51,210 mfg. 1878-1905. CONDITION: 80% lightly worn original blue showing carry and edge wear. The left grip panel has a small crack through the screw hole. Action is reluctant to hold in full cock; cyl. shows excessive play. Very good bore. (23-5420/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 455 Eley. S# 164305. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Custom 2 piece stag grips. S# indicates 1897 mfg. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 95% dull reblued finish. Frame has faded to mottled gray. Very good grips. Cyl. shows excessive side play. Hammer does not have safety notch. Bore has slightly darkened appearance w/ worn

4224. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Russian. S# 220663. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. 2 piece checkered hard rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Industries dated March 23, 1983 detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 220663 / Caliber: .44 Russian / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett Co. / Address: Chicago, Illinois / Date of Shipment: January 18, 1902 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 4”. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray showing scattered light pitting. Grips show light wear w/ small chip at butt of left panel. Tight action. Hammer retains 4 notches. Bore has lightly frosted appearance w/ worn rifling. (24-781/DS). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

4225. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 182440. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1899. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. & grip straps retain 90% blue. Cyl. retains 50% blue showing spots of flaking & a drag line. 70% nicely visible case colors. Very good grips. Tight action. Hammer retains 4 notches. Bore retains very good rifling. (24-780/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.

4226. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Industries detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 323400 / Caliber: .38 colt / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Elmira Arms Co. / Address: Elmira, NY / Date of Shipment: January 20, 1913 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain over 50% finish showing carry wear. Frame retains 20% visible case colors in protected areas w/ balance fading to gray showing light corrosion. Grips show moderate wear. Bore retains strong rifling showing some light spotting. (24-782/DS). CURIO. $3,000-4,500.

4227. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 242909. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1903. CONDITION: bbls., cyl. & grip straps retain 75% lightly faded original blue showing edge & carry wear. Action retains 70% lightly faded case colors. Grips show moderate wear. Tight action w/ 4 clicks on hammer. Very good bore. (24-820/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,250.

4228. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 192807. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 192807 / Caliber: .38/40 / Barrel Length: 5 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: J.F. Schmelzer & Sons / Address: Kansas City, Kansas / Date of Shipment: February 9, 1900 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment:

1”. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 75% blue showing edge & carry wear w/ small spots of corrosion. Left side of bbl. shows small dents. Cyl. exhibits a drag line. Frame retains 30% fading case colors. Grips show light wear. Tight action w/ four clicks on hammer. Rifling shows light wear. (24-842/DS). CURIO. $2,250-3,000.

4229. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER.

fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1904. CONDITION: bbl., grip straps & cyl. retain 60% lightly worn blue. Frame retains 20% lightly visible case colors. Grips show light wear. Tight action. Hammer retains 4 clicks. Bore has lightly worn rifling. (24-824/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,750.

4230. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 277694. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Industries detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 277694 / Caliber: .38/40 / Barrel Length: 5 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: T.B. Davis Arms Company / Address: Portland, Maine / Date of Shipment: June 15, 1906 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 2”. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 40% fading blue showing carry wear & cyl. drag line. Frame has lightly visible case colors in protected areas. Grips show moderate wear in protected areas. Cyl. shows very slight sideplay. Hammer has 4 clicks. Bore retains very good rifling. (24-798/DS). CURIO. $2,000-2,750.

4231. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 298696. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1907. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 70% dull faded blue. Frame has faded to gray. Grips show light wear. Hammer retains 4 notches. Cyl. pin is not present. Bore shows lightly worn rifling. (24-737/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4232. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 WCF. S# 245507. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt colored grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 245507 / Caliber: .32/20 / Barrel Length: 4 3/4” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Wyeth Hardware & Mfg. Company / Address: St. Joseph, Missouri / Date of Shipment: June 30, 1903 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 5”. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 50% fading blue showing carry wear. Cyl. has significant drag line. Frame retains a small amount of fading case colors in protected areas. Grips show moderate wear. Tight action w/ 4 notches on hammer. Very good bore. (24-833/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

4233. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 248497. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1903. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 30% dull fading blue. Frame has faded to gray retaining lightly visible case colors in protected areas. Grips show moderate wear. Tight action w/ 4 clicks on hammer. Slightly darkened bore has worn rifling. (24-840/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

4234. COLT BISLEY FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SA REVOLVER.

Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1907. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray/brown w/ areas of pitting. Right grip panel has worn checkering. Left panel is a modern replacement. Tight action w/ 4 clicks on hammer. Bore retains strong rifling. (24-808/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

4235. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 299340. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1907. CONDITION: bbl., cy;. & grip straps retain 40% worn blue. Frame shows 30% lightly visible case colors. Grips show light wear. Tight action. Hammer has four notches. Bore shows spots of pitting w/ lightly worn rifling. (24-817/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

4236. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 299883. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Industries detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 299883 / Caliber: 45/c / Barrel Length: 4 3/4” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Speer & Company / Address: Ft. Smith, Arkansas / Date of Shipment: April 17, 1907 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 6”. CONDITION: metal has largely faded to mottled gray, frame shows some lightly visible case colors. Grips show light wear. Tight action w/ 4 notches on hammer. Lightly worn rifling. (24835/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

4237. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 302519. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1907. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 60% blue showing carry wear & scratches. Frame has 30% nicely visible case colors. Grips show moderate wear. Front sight has brazed bead on rear edge. Tight action. Cyl. has 4 clicks. Rifling shows light wear. (24-803/DS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

4238. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 229752. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Original finish was blue & case colored. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1902. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray showing some very light pitting. Grips have worn checkering w/ chip at toe of left panel. Tight action. Hammer has 4 clicks. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (24-828/DS). CURIO. $1,600-2,000.

4239. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Colt. S# 184767. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1899. CONDITION: bbl. & grip straps retain 20% dull faded blue. Balance of gun has faded to gray showing light pitting. Grips show checkering wear. Action is tight w/ 4 clicks on hammer. Rifling shows wear. (24-797/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4240. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 216978. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1901. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps have 50% dull fading blue. Frame retains a small amount of fading case colors mixing w/ areas of light pitting. Grips show light wear. Tight action w/ 4 clicks on hammer. Dark worn bore. (24-836/ DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4241. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 259709. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1904. CONDITION: metal finish has largely faded to gray/brown w/ very light pitting. Grips have moderately worn checkering. Right panel is chipped at toe. Front sight is lowered. Action is lightly out of time. Hammer has 4 notches. Lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (24-827/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4242. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 285926. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Original finish was blue & case colored. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1906. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown w/ a plum cast on frame & grip straps. Grips show moderate wear. Cyl. shows slight sideplay. Safety notch is not present at hammer. Lightly pitted bore retains well-defined rifling. (24-829/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.

4243. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 WCF (32-20). S# 297112. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1907. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 40% dull faded finish showing carry wear w/ areas of light pitting. Frame is fading to gray showing some lightly visible case colors. Grips show moderate wear. Hammer has 4 notches. Action is tight. Lightly worn bore. (24-800/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4244. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 308472. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1909. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain 50% dull fading blue w/ cyl. drag line & series of small dents. Frame has largely faded to gray w/ traces of case colors in small areas. Grips show light wear. Tight action. Hammer is missing safety notch. Lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (24-814/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.

4245. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 312089. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1910. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to brown showing scattered pitting. Grips have worn checkering. Cyl. exhibits a small amount of sideplay. Hammer retains 4 clicks. Lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (24-843/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4246. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 WCF (32-20). S# 247511. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1903. CONDITION: finish has largely faded to gray having traces of blue & case colors in protected areas. Grips show moderate wear w/ poor fit at frame. Action is tight w/ 4 clicks on hammer. Bore retains good rifling showing some very light pitting. (24-819/DS). CURIO. $1,400-1,900.

4247. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 313472. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1910. CONDITION: finish is faded to gray showing some very light pitting. Grips show moderate wear & have an undersized fit along front grip strap. Cyl. exhibits slight sideplay. Action retains four clicks. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. Cyl. pinhead shows pliers distortion. (24-821/DS). CURIO. $1,250-1,750.

4248. COLT BISLEY SA REVOLVER.

fluted cyl. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1896. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing scattered areas of pitting. Grips show moderate wear w/ small chips at butt. Action catches when hammer is cocked. Hammer retains four notches. Lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-25150/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4253. COLT FIRST GEN FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40) w/ extra 44 Spl cyl. S# 356416. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyls. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1938. CONDITION: fine. Bbl., cyls. & grip strap retain 97% original blue showing light muzzle wear w/ carry wear on backstrap. 44-40 cyl. shows a light cyl. drag line. Frame retains 95% bright case colors. Very good grips. Bright near excellent bore. (24-977/DS). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

4254. COLT SAA REVOLVER & BELGIAN HAMMER SHOTGUN USED BY DALE ROBERTSON IN “TALES OF WELLS FARGO”. 1) COLT SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 229575. Bbl. 4 3/4” w/ Hartford address. Six-shot fluted cyl. Bottom of the frame above S# is stamped “S”, identifying this revolver as the property of the Stembridge gun rental company, which supplied firearms to filmmakers. “Hollywood” simulated stag grips, which were widely used in the motion picture industry. Frame & grip straps have matching numbers. Loading gate is marked w/ assembly number 860. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a notarized letter signed by Dale Robertson and dated October 21, 2001. The letter identifies this revolver as being a studio gun from the personal collection of Dale Robertson. Also included is a photo of Dale Robertson w/ this revolver and two other photos. The brass Wells Fargo & Co. belt buckle featuring an American eagle & thirteen stars is marked “Tiffany & Co.” on the back. An iron “WF” Wells Fargo branding iron measuring 18 1/2” in length. Hang tag that was on the shotgun detailing S#. CONDITION: gun retains over 90% of its reblued finish. Bbl. markings are thinned. Action shows wear. The dark, lightly pitted bore retains good rifling. (23-5442/DS). CURIO. 2) BELGIAN HAMMER SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4”. S# 22240 (Stembridge # 9471-1243). The 18 1/2” barrels have Mod chokes. Rebounding hammer action with Belgian proofs on water tables & double triggers. Floorplate stamped “S”, identifying this shotgun as a property of Stembridge. Walnut splinter forearm & round knob pistol grip stock. Left side of the buttstock is stamped “WF & CO. / EXP. / 147”. LOP: 13 1/2” to steel buttplate. CONDITION: barrels have traces of blue mixed with brown/gray patina and areas of oxidation. Action has a brown/gray patina with oxidation. Wood has a wellworn finish with smooth checkering. Pitted bores. (23-5443/MD). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

4255. COLT SAA REVOLVER OF POLICE CHIEF W. M. PETERSON. Cal. 38 Special. S# 336877. W. (Waino) M. Peterson (1884–1955) was appointed Police Marshall of Lake Bluff, Illinois, on November 5th, 1907. From 1913 to 1945, he served as Police Chief of Winnetka, Illinois, on Chicago’s suburban “gold coast.” As Police Chief, he was known for cleaning up “vice conditions” in the village and was considered a valuable and efficient officer by community leaders. Chief Peterson carried this historic revolver during his law enforcement career. Bbl: shortened at breech end to 4” length with blade sight. Six shots of fluted cyl. The top of the bbl., ejector housing, backstrap, trigger guard, and screw heads have been added with geometric pattern hand engraving. Cyl. has simple line engraving. Blue and case-colored finish. Twopiece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. The revolver was mfg. 1918. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Chief Peterson’s Winnetka police badge (no. 5). The holster is a hand-toulled Mexican double loop style carried on a V.L. & A. Chicago leather cartridge belt. A copy of the summer 2014 “Rampant Colt Magazine” features an article about Chief Peterson titled “A Lawman at the Crossroads in Prohibition Chicago.” The article pictures this revolver and talks of Peterson’s prohibition service and association with FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover and Special Agent Melvin Purvis. A hard-bound copy of “Jake Lingle, Chicago on the Spot” is signed by author John Boettiger with the following inscription: “To Police Chief W. M. Peterson, who lived through and knows this tale as intimately as the writer. With sincere wishes, John Boettiger, June 1932”. Two display boxes contain medals and police association ribbons. A framed certificate from the International Association of Chiefs of Police dated March 1st, 1929 certifies W. M. Peterson as a member. A large binder full of letters and correspondence addressed to Mr. Peterson from the Chicago area and national organizations. The binder includes many pages of newspaper clippings from prohibition-era Chicago talking about crime and criminals, including Al Capone. A second thick binder contains numerous photographs and correspondences from Chief Peterson’s storied career and also includes a bill of sale when his son sold this revolver to a California resident after his father’s death. Also included is a rolled bundle containing many photographs. CONDITION: bbl., cyl., and grip straps retain 60% thinning blue showing edge and carry wear. The frame retains 60% of the darkly visible case colors. Grips show light wear. Action is sound with four notches on the hammer. Very good bore. (23-5446/DS). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

4256. TRANSITIONAL COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER

Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six-shot fluted cyl. Blue and case-colored finish. Two-piece checkered hard rubber grips. Transitional revolver with smokeless powder frame. Mfg. 1900. CONDITION: bbl. and cyl. blue is fading to brown, showing a touch-up finish and scattered handling marks. Grip straps are fading to gray-brown. The frame has faded to gray, showing traces of case colors. Sound action. Bore retains worn rifling, showing scattered spots of pitting. (23-5448/DS). CURIO. $3,500-5,000.

4257. COLT FIRST GENERATION

SAA REVOLVER.

Cal. 38 WCF (3840). S# 332129.

Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. Unnumbered 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 332129 / Caliber: .38/40 / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Wm. A. Groth & Sons / Address: Unavailable / Date of Shipment: January 24, 1916 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. 1 piece black box w/ matching blue label. Serial number on bottom of box is partially legible. CONDITION: bbl. retains 80% blue showing muzzle wear. Cyl., grip straps & ejector housing retain over 50% original blue. Frame retains spots of visible case colors in protected areas w/ balance fading to a silver brown patina. Grips show light wear. Tight action. Hammer retains 4 clicks. Very good bright bore. (24-976/DS). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.

4258. COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER. 334199. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade sight. Six-shot fluted cyl. Blued and case-colored finish. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Frame, cyl., and grip straps have matching numbers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Firearms Division letter stating the following: “Serial Number: 334199 / Caliber: .38/40 / Barrel Length: 5 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Blish, Mize & Silliman Hardware Co. / Address: Atchison KS For: J.W. Price / Date of Shipment: November 15, 1916 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: metal is fading to gray with evidence of a touch-up finish and shows areas of very light pitting. Grips show moderate wear. Very sound action. Lightly pitted bore with worn rifling. (23-5449/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4259. COLT FIRST GENERATION SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 WCF (32-20). S# 343928. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 1 piece walnut grips have added white colored ornamentation consisting of 4 circular dots on each panel w/ triangular inlay at the action. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 343928 / Caliber: .32/20 / Barrel Length: 5 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Schmelzer Arms Company / Address: Kansas City, Missouri / Date of Shipment: October 25, 1922 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 2”. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. & grip straps retain over 70% original blue showing carry wear & spots of light pitting. Frame has 70% lightly visible case colors w/ spots of corrosion. Grips are refinished. Very good bore. (24-975/ DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4260. COLT FIRST GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). S# 232377. Bbl. 4 3/4” with blade sight. Six-shot fluted cyl. Two-piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Frame and grip straps have matching numbers. Mfg. 1903. CONDITION: metal has a faded gray appearance with scattered light pitting and small dents. Grips show heavy wear with a large chip at the butt of the left panel. Hammer retains four notches; action is slightly out of time. Dark, lightly pitted bore retaining largely intact rifling. (23-5451/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

4261. COLT FIRST GENERATION SAA REVOLVER.

3/4”. Six shot fluted cyl. 2 piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1906. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance showing scattered corrosion & very light pitting. Right end of trigger screw is broken. Sound action. Grips have faded appearance showing moderate wear w/ chip at butt. Bore is dark w/ worn rifling & scattered pitting. (24-1320/DS). CURIO. $1,400-2,200.

4262. COLT1ST GEN SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER. replacement with blade front sight. 6 shot fluted cyl. Blued cyl., bbl., grip frame & ejector rod housing. 2 Piece checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips. Spurious “US” marking on left side of frame & on cyl. “M” & “V” markings stamped on bottom front of frame & grip frame. CONDITION: bbl. retains approx. 60% original blue with thinning & minor scattered handling marks. Remaining metal parts have been lightly polished & refinished with overall rounding of sharp edges & areas of scattered light pitting & freckling. Grips show moderate wear with scattered light handling marks & appear slightly undersized on front strap area. Bright shiny bore with crisp rifling. Mechanically sound. A nice shooter grade 1st gen SAA. (24-1319/BH). CURIO. $1,200-1,600

4263. THOMAS HAAS RAMPANT COLT LIMITED EDITION CASTING. In 1855, a unique sculptured lead pattern of the rampant colt was produced as a benchmark & reference for the rampant colt trademark. The book “The Rampant Colt” by R. L. Wilson tells the story of this iconic trademark. For years, the sculpture was stored in the Colt Armory attic before it eventually left the company’s possession. In 1968, Mr. Thomas Haas purchased this historic sculpture. Several prominent collectors asked Mr. Haas to cast a limited number of rampant colts from the original pattern. A total of 100 numbered bronze rampant colts were cast in the pattern of the original. The colt is 19” high & 20” long, standing on a cast bronze base. Brass presentation plate marked “The Rampant Colt. 16 of One Hundred”. Issue price in 1969 was $1,500. WEIGHT: approx. 45 lbs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a copy of “The Rampant Colt. by R. L. Wilson”. Chapter VI discusses the history of the original lead pattern & the scarce castings. CONDITION: fine. The cast base shows some age-related green verdigris. (02-21325/ DS). NON-GUN. $8,000-12,000.

checkering is at grip, and a vacant silver oval is on the toeline. A matching splinter forend with an inlet horn tip is Colt’s adaptation of a Deeley latch. MEASUREMENTS: Bbls: bore diameter: L .730; R .727. Restriction: L .029 (full); R .017 (mod). Wall thickness: L .022; R .034. STOCK: DAH: 3-1/4”. DAC: 1-5/8”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-3/8”. WEIGHT: 7 lb., 13 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially restored. Barrels retaining 40–50% of their original damascus finish. The case color of action has been renewed with colors that are very close to the original type. Absolutely no wear is apparent in action. Stocks retain about 70% of their original French polish finish, with wear and darkening evident on sharp edges. Forend shows new varnish and repairs a crack on the left side. The checkering is slightly worn. Forend checkering with some re-cutting. Bores are bright and shiny without any noted problems. Action is tight. Screws are out of time. (01-24659/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4265. COLT LIGHTNING MEDIUM FRAME SLIDE-ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 38-40. S# 12436. Bbl. 26” octagon w/ rocky mountain front sight & V notch sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Checkered walnut 2 piece slide handle & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1886. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray/brown showing spots of corrosion. Wood has added finish over wear & handling marks. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-24801/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-2,750.

4266. COLT LIGHTNING MEDIUM FRAME SLIDE-ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 32-20. S# 17508. Bbl. 26” round w/ rocky mountain front & sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Two piece checkered walnut slide handle. Straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1886. CONDITION: bbl. retains 70% lightly faded blue. Action & mag. tube retain some blue in protected areas fading to gray. Wood has a gloss refinish showing scratches & marks. Stock is cracked on right side of wrist. Forearm has weakened checkering. Bore retains good rifling w/ some very light pitting. (01-25126/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4267. MODEL 1878 BRASS GATLING GUN ON TRIPOD WITH 3 BROADWELL DRUMS, MANUFACTURED BY VALLEY ENGRAVING INC. Cal.45-70. S# 014-008. Bbl. 18”. Manufactured June, 2009. A full scale, functional modern reproduction of the 1878 Battery Gun. These guns boasted a large round brass receiver with an exposed 10 barrel cluster. Beefy 1.25” trunnions support this functional art piece on its 360º hardwood tripod. This particular example utilizes the equally attractive, 216 round, gravity fed, Broadwell Drums for feeding the massive 45-70 Government rounds. 12 individual slots host the ammo which is gravity fed into the action w/ the assistance of a heavy, steel follower. When the slot is empty the drum is simply advanced to the next slot, until empty. The hand crank used for operation is located on the right side and is rotated clockwise to fire. Elevation adjustments can be made using a 22” handle at the rear of the receiver & it can be locked in position when desirable. 36” hardwood legs host the steel yoke. Front sight is a brass blade that coincides w/ an elevation adjustable rear blade sight. The sight radius of 30”. Round barrels w/ the last 2.25” hexagon. Barrels retained w/ brass ring, 3” rear of muzzles. Circular brass data plate on top, rear of receiver engraved; “GATLING’S BATTERY GUN WOODSFIELD, OHIO, U.S.A. / 3 JUNE 2009 / MODEL 1878 / CALIBER 45-70 GOV. / MADE BY / VALLEY ENGRAVING LLC / and NEAL E. SMITH jr.” Receiver engraved on right side; “mfd. by VALLEY ENGRAVING LLC, Woodfield, Ohio 43793 / Gatling Gun, Model 1878, caliber 45-70 government / serial number014-008. / distributed by Neal E. Smith jr.8205 Lakeshore Blvd., Mentor, Ohio44060.” Top of Broadwell drums engraved; “BROADWELL DRUM - CAPACITY 216 ROUNDS - CALIBER 45-70 GOV. - DATE OF MANUFACTURE 29 DEC. 2008 / GATLING GUN.” MAGS: 3 Brass 216 rd. Broadwell Drums. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: owners manual & 5 custom wooden transport / storage crates for drums, gun, yoke & tripod. CONDITION: brass has correct staining as untreated brass would. T&E mechanism moves smooth & fluid as does the entire fire control mechanism. All aspects indicate little use, if any. Bores bright w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-1670/JZ). MODERN. $14,000-24,000.

4268. J.W. COCHRAN PATENT STYLE MODEL REVOLVING TURRET CANNON. PATENT MODEL OR DISPLAY PIECE? Cal.

52. NSN. In 1834, John Webster Cochran of Enfield, NH patented a repeating cannon or firearm that utilized a revolving horizontal turret to fire multiple shots. The story is that the next year he demonstrated a model to many possible European buyers. The Turkish minister was impressed and persuaded Cochran to exhibit his cannon to the Sultan, who had Cochran build a full-size 12-pounder. After being rewarded by the Sultan, he returned to America and worked with the C.B. Allen factory to build the now quite rare turret rifle and pistol. Cochran went on to patent many other firearm-related inventions. Is this firing model cannon the one originally built and exhibited by Cochran? It has a 6” smooth bore barrel that is fed by a 5 1/2” diameter six-shot turret. Each chamber would be muzzle-loaded and fired by percussion caps. The hammer is mounted on top. Although the mechanism is not complete, it appears that turning a crank at the rear causes the turret to rotate and somehow trip the hammer. The horizontal field of fire is set by a lever that engages a rack under the turret. Elevation is controlled by a brass knob on the trail. Cannon shows very fine workmanship with cast and machined parts. Other parts are hand-forged. CONDITION: cannon presently does not fire. All the metal is dark brown patina, but the carriage and wheels show a considerable amount of original gray paint. An intriguing small cannon worthy of considerable further study. The consignor states that this very cannon is pictured in the “Stagecoach Museum Gun Collection” catalog on page 204. (01-24663/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4269. PETER KOCH MODELLWERK

J.M. VOITH MORTAR MODEL. J.M. Voith mortar model mfg. by Peter Koch Modellwerk. Data plate on mortar tube is marked “-g.m.M.W.H.-/ von J.M. Voith/ Heidenheima.Brenz”, with “Modelliert von/ PETER KOCH/ Modellwerk G.m.b.H./ =COLN-NIPPES.=” marked on the carriage data plate. Mortar tube, some small parts, as well as the carriage wheels are comprised of aluminum, with the carriage body itself being comprised of brass. Metal components exhibit a green painted finish overall. CONDITION: very good overall, with scattered areas of flaking to the green painted exterior, with bare metal components exhibiting some scattered spots of age related discoloration. Fire adjustment knobs on mortar base and on carriage function appropriately when actuated by hand. A nice example of a quality made model of a mortar and carriage. (02-21082/MLW). $800-1,200.

4270. ATTRACTIVE VINTAGE CARVED WOODEN CANNON. 52” overall, 32” wheels, 33” barrel, old silver & gold paint, more recent black paint and weighs about 40 lbs. CONDITION: good overall with some restoration. PROVENANCE: from Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21393/JS). $8001,200.

4271. SPRINGFIELD 1888 RAMROD BAYONET TRAPDOOR RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 515258. Bbl. 32 5/8”. Pinned blade front sight w/ Buffington rear sight. Case colored receiver & breech block w/ 1884 date. Blued Springfield lock. 2 band walnut stock w/ iron fittings & retractable ramrod bayonet. Left ear has clear “SWP” cartouche w/ 1891 date. Approx. 65,000 mfg. 1889-1893. CONDITION: fine retaining over 80% lightly faded blue & case colored metal finish. Original stock finish shows scattered marks & small dents. Bright Bore w/ strong rifling. PROVENANCE: From the Working Reference Collection of Military Arms Instructor, Master Sergeant Vincent Pestilli. (01-24644/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4272. SPRINGFIELD 1884 TRAPDOOR TYPE 2 CADET RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 564570. Bbl. 29 1/2”. Blade front sight with Buffington rear sight. Case-colored low arch breech block with an 1884 date. Two-band walnut stock with iron fittings. Left ear of the stock has a clear 1893-dated “SWP” cartouche. Toeline has a clear circle “P” firing proof below a stamped “2”. Left side of the stock is stamped “201/R”. Bottom of the forearm forward of the trigger guard is stamped “R”. Slotted-tip iron cleaning rod. Very last of production trapdoors, about 10,500 mfg, 1890–93. CONDITION: 70% lightly faded blue. Action and breech block retain 40% of the lightly visible case colors. Stock has its original finish, showing numerous scratches, marks, and small dents. Good, bright bore with strong rifling. PROVENANCE: from the Working Reference Collection of Military Arms Instructor, Master Sergeant Vincent Pestilli. (01-24639/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

appearance. Wood has age darkened appearance showing heavy dents, scratches & marks w/ small chips around lockplate. Left side of stock has cracks extending from saddle ring bar forward into the forearm. Bore retains intact worn rifling. (01-24473/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4274. SPRINGFIELD 1873 CUSTER RANGE TRAPDOOR CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. S# 40577. Bbl. 22” with blade front sight and graduated leaf rear sight. High-arch breech block. 1873-dated lockplate. Proper band-fastened short-comb carbine stock with saddle ring and bar on the left side. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned gray appearance. Sanded and refinished stock shows wear with dents and handling marks. Stock is chipped around the saddle ring bar, top tang, and lock. Cracks extend from the lockplate to the top tang and forward of both saddle ring bar screws. The lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. PROVENANCE: the collection of Curtis H. Halvorson. (01-24564/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4275. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. S# 123464. Bbl. 22” w/ pinned blade front sight & graduated carbine leaf rear sight. 1873 dated low arch breech block. US Springfield marked lockplate. Band fastened long comb carbine stock w/ saddle ring & bar on left side. Iron carbine buttplate & trigger guard. Stock on both sides of butt is stamped “39”. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to brown showing some very light pitting. Stock is crudely refinished showing scratches & marks w/ cracks in sideplate & lock areas. Bore is dark w/ light pitting having partially intact rifling. (01-25090/DS0). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500,

4276. SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR SINGLE SHOT CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. S# 342189. Bbl. 22” w/ pinned blade front sight having continuous curved base & 1877 carbine rear sight. Case colored 1873 dated low-arch breech block. Receiver is serial numbered in the model 1884 range. US Springfield marked lock. Band fastened short comb transitional (1873-1877) carbine stock w/ saddle ring & bar on left side & trapdoor carbine buttplate. Left side has a clear “ESA” 1877 dated cartouche. CONDITION: bbl. retains over 90% blue showing light muzzle wear. Receiver has faded to a mottled gray brown. Breech block retains lightly faded case colors. Lockplate & hammer retain over 70% blue. Stock has good finish showing a few dents & handling marks. Bore retains sound rifling showing spots of light pitting. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24744/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4277. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. S# 146398. Bbl. 22”. Pinned blade front sight w/ replacement Buffington rear sight & model 1884 forearm band. 1884 dated replacement breech block. “US Springfield” marked lockplate. Long comb carbine stock w/ saddle ring & bar on left side. Trapdoor carbine buttplate. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown. Breech block shows spots of pitting. Stock has age darkened appearance w/ heavy dents, handling marks & sm. chips. Lightly pitted bore retains intact worn rifling. (01-24467/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

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1865 dated Springfield lock. 3 band walnut stock. Left ear has 2 clear cartouches, 1 is “ESA” for Erskin S. Allin. Iron fittings & slotted tip cleaning rod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: U.S. marked triangular blade bayonet. CONDITION: white finished bbl. is fading to a light brown. Breech block assembly retains 70% blue. Lock & hammer have lightly visible case colors. Unsanded stock shows scattered scratches & marks. Bore is generally bright w/ sound rifling showing spots of light pitting. PROVENANCE: From the Working Reference Collection of Military Arms Instructor, Master Sergeant Vincent Pestilli. (0124641/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

4279. U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR SINGLE SHOT MILITARY RIFLE. CAL. 45-70. S# 58969. Bbl. 32”. Low arch breech block dated “1873”. Buffington rear sight marked “R” on the top right corner. Blade front sight. Flat lock plate marked “U.S. SPRINGFIELD” “eagle”. 3 Click tumbler. Replacement hammer. 2 Piece trigger guard. Bbl. retained by 2 bands. Upper band w/ sling & stacking swivels. Ramrod is not present. Ramrod retaining spring does not move. Long comb walnut stock has boxed “SWP” inspector’s mark. Stock has sm. stamped rack # on both sides of butt. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 18” blade. Model 1873 socket bayonet marked “U.S.”. Bayonet has traces of blue w/ oxidation & fine pitting throughout. CONDITION: stock has well worn finish w/ numerous scratches & handling marks w/ chipping issues at bottom of lockplate. Sm. crack behind lockplate. 2 Lg. missing chips on both sides of receiver tang. Metal has traces of blue turning gray & patina w/ oxidation & fine pitting throughout. Breech block latch is notably worn. Dark oxidized fitted bore. (01-25240/RW). CURIO. $500-800.

4280. U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 TRAPDOOR LINE THROWING GUN WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES. CAL. 4570. S# 528576. Bbl. 14 1/2” (smooth bore). Rear sight has been removed leaving open screw holes. Added brass post front sight. Model 1884 U.S. Springfield rifle modified to a line throwing gun by shortening the bbl. and removing the rifling. This allows a rod to be seated on a blank cartridge.

The rod would then have a line attached to be thrown between two ships. This method then allows an increasingly larger line to be drawn between the vessels for lifesaving or towing. The low arch breech block is marked “U.S. / MODEL 1884”. Bbl. is marked over chamber with “VP” proof. Flat lockplate has spread wing eagle & “U.S. SPRINGFIELD”. 3 Click tumbler. 2 Piece trigger guard. Swivel bow has been removed. Long comb walnut stock w/ crisp boxed “SWP 1890”. Encircled script “P” proof under grip. Stock has been shortened to approx. 3 1/2” above the lower band. Band spring is present. Ramrod channel is left open. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: lot includes a signal flare. The flare is attached to a turned wooden handle and is sealed complete w/ fabric pull tab. Red paper label. Markings include “COSTON’S FRICTION SHIP SIGNAL” plus instructions. Blank cartridges include: 1 full box of 20. Western Cartridge Co. Head stamped “WCC 45-70 MKI 1943”. 2 Piece white box w/ black lettering. 2 Piece box w/ blue label marked “REMINGTON UMC” contains 3 cartridges & 5 loose MKI WCC 1943 blanks. Grouping is contained in a period hard case w/ brass fittings & latch w/ key lock (key is present). Case measures approx. 35” X 13 1/2” X 3 3/4” and is constructed from a molded black composite material. Inside are compartments covered w/ green painted cloth. Belt pouch marked “USN” on flap. Cleaning materials including jointed wooden rod plus jag tips in khaki canvas roll. Wooden file handle. “US” marked combination tool. Quantity of white cotton throwing line. 2 Unmarked brass “arrowheads” for attachment to throwing line. CONDITION: line throwing gun has original finish w/ added varnish around stock tip. Markings are crisp. Metal has traces of blue turning gray and patina. Metal furniture has a protective varnish like coating. Extractor is present but does not “snap”. Smooth bore is dark w/ areas of shallow pitting. Case is solid but has handling wear, paint specks, scuffing & shallow scratches. Hinges are solid. Brass fittings have flaking. Varnish like finish. Handle is notably worn and abraded. Leather pouch has extensive wear, flexing and loose stitching. Blank boxes have moderate wear & staining. Flare seal is partly detached. Label is mostly legible. Wooden handle has staining. (01-24322/RW). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 50 CF. NSN. Bbl. 8” round w/ blade sight. Case colored action w/ bright finished hammer & breech block. Walnut forearm & 1 piece grip. Left grip panel has clear “CSR” (Curtis R. Stickney) cartouche. Approx. 6,000 mfg. 1872-88. CONDITION: fine, retaining 97% lightly faded blue & case colored finish. Wood has very good finish showing small marks. Bright bore w/ sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott

Bbl. 7” round w/ blade sight. Case colored rolling block action. Right side of frame has inspector’s initials “P/F.C.W”. Breech end of bbl. has the anchor marking. Walnut forearm & 1 piece grip. Left side has “FCW” cartouche. Modified from the Model 1865 for government contracts in the early 1870s. Total quantity unknown. CONDITION: bbl. retains 70% blue showing muzzle wear w/ spots of corrosion. Action shows 70% lightly visible case colors. Wood finish shows light wear & small marks. Left side of forearm has a small repaired chip. Bore retains strong rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24704/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4283. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1871 ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 50-70. NSN. Bbl. 36”. Fixed front sight with graduated leaf rear sight. Rolling block locking action. The right side is marked “US / Springfield / 1872”. The left side is marked “Model 1871”. Walnut stock with musket buttplate. Two-band-fastened forearm. Slotted tip cleaning rod. Total of 10,001 mfg. 1871-72. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned gray appearance. Sanded and refinished wood shows scratches and marks. The stacking ring is missing from the trigger guard. Dark, lightly pitted bore with sound rifling. (01-24306/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

those made for Colonel Hiram Berdan’s U.S. Sharpshooters. German silver blade rocky mountain front sight. Lawrence has a patent rear sight. A replacement walnut forearm is made to fit the heavy bbl. WEIGHT: 15 lbs, 4.2 oz. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a binder of information about Sharps rifles with photographs of this rifle. CONDITION: metal has faded to a brown patina, showing spots of corrosion and handling marks. The wood has a worn finish, showing dents, scratches, and marks. Sound action with functioning triggers. Bore retains sound rifling. (01-24579/DS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

4286. SHARPS MODEL 1874 SINGLE SHOT SPORTING RIFLE. Cal. 40. S# 155051. Bbl 30”. The full-length heavy octagonal barrel is stamped “SHARPS RIFLE CO HARTFORD CONN” over the top flat, with “CALIBRE 40” stamped towards the breech. Rear sight base is stamped “R.S. LAWRENCE/ PATENTED/ FEB. 15TH 1859.”. Left side of the receiver is stamped “SHARPS RIFLE CO/ PAT APR 6 1869”. Case-color hardened frame, lever, and hammer, with a blued barrel and sights. Nitre blued screws with nickel-plated crescent buttplate, nosecap, and double-set triggers. Smooth wood straight comb buttstock with smooth wood forend. Globe front sight with flip-up ladder rear sight. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory-applied finishes overall, exhibiting few mild superficial marks from handling and storage overall. The forend nose cap is cracked on the right side but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered marks and minor impressions from handling and storage. A very attractive contemporary-production Sharps Model 1874 single-shot rifle. (23-6969/MLW). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

4287. REMINGTON-KEENE MAGAZINE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. NSN. Bbl. 24 1/2” round. Blade front sight w/ graduated leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Single shot bolt-action w/ external hammer having mag. cutoff on left side. Loading gate is located forward of trigger guard. Band fastened walnut stock w/ trapdoor crescent steel buttplate. Estimated quantity of 5,000 mfg. 1880-83. CONDITION: bbl. & action have 70% dull blue fading to brown. Original stock finish shows wear & spots of darkening w/ numerous scratches & marks. Wrist has a hairline crack behind top tang. Bore retains sound rifling showing some light pitting. (01-24805/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

4288. REMINGTON-KEENE BOLT ACTION MAGAZINE CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. NSN. Bbl. 20 1/2”. Combination front sight w/ graduated leaf rear sight. Full length tubular mag. Bolt action rifle w/ external hammer having mag. cutoff on left side. Loading gate is mounted on floorplate forward of trigger guard. Band fastened walnut stock w/ trapdoor carbine buttplate. Left side of stock is stamped “US ID” referring to the frontier model issued to Native American police by the US Department of the Interior. Standard bbl. length of the frontier model was 24”. Estimated quantity of 5,000 mfg. 1880-83. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: oiler & wood dowel held in stock compartment. CONDITION: over 60% fading blue. Trigger guard has series of small dents. Stock shows evidence of a rough refinish w/ thinning through comb & butt areas having numerous dents & gouges. Forearm has cracks extending from floorplate. Bore retains sound rifling showing some light pitting. (01-24802/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4289. REMINGTON-KEENE BOLT-ACTION MAGAZINE RIFLE. Cal. 45/70. S# 22. Bbl. 20 1/2” round. Blade front sight w/ graduated leaf rear sight. Full length mag. w/ loading port forward of trigger guard. Single shot turn bolt action w/ exposed hammer. Walnut stock w/ case colored nose cap & steel buttplate having sling swivels. Rear sling swivel has attached museum style brass tag no. 162. Back of tag is stamped “WH”. Estimated total of 5,000 mfg. 1880-83. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain over 80% lightly faded blue showing blue loss on trigger guard bow. Forearm & buttplate have some lightly visible case colors remaining. Roughly refinished stock showing scratches & marks. Very good bright bore. (01-24862/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4290. WINCHESTER HOTCHKISS 1ST MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 1863. Winchester’s first bolt-action rifle, approx. 84,555 of all types mfg. 1879-99. Bbl. 26” tapered octagon. German silver blade rocky mountain front sight, elevator adj. sporting rear sight & Vernier tang sight. Repeating rifle w/ tubular mag. in stock having safety/mag. cutoff button on right side. Turn down style round knob bolt handle. Sporting style straight grip walnut stock. Features include horn tipped schnable forearm & steel shotgun buttplate w/ hand checkered forearm & wrist. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter & records check both from the Cody Firearms Museum detail the following information, “Serial number application date not available / Type: Rifle / Barrel Type: Octagon / Barrel Length: 26 inches / Checkered stock / Bolt turned down / Sights: Graduated Peep and Globe Oat front / Received in warehouse on November 8, 1879 / Shipped from warehouse on November 8, 1879, Order number 17739”. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain 80% lightly faded blue. Right side of receiver has series of dents on rear portion. Stock has moderately worn original finish showing numerous scratches, marks & small dents. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-24807/ DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

stock w/ iron fittings. Breech end of bbl. is U.S. marked w/ “WWK” inspector’s initials. Slotted tip ramrod appears to be replacement. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing handling marks. Stock shows heavy wear w/ numerous dents, scratches & heavy marks. Right side of stock is cracked between top lever & safety button area. Bore retains strong lightly worn rifling. (01-24806/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,750-2,500.

4292. WINCHESTER-HOTCHKISS 2ND MODEL US CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. S# 15018. Bbl. 24” round w/ Springfield VP proof mark on left side. Pinned blade front sight w/ Springfield graduated leaf rear sight. Winchester marked action has safety on right side w/ mag. cutoff on left. Tubular mag. located in the stock. Bolt, receiver & buttplate have “HN” inspector initials. Band fastened walnut stock w/ hinged door nickel finished forearm tip & steel carbine buttplate having saddle ring on left side. CONDITION: bbl. & action finish is faded to brown showing some small dents w/ red corrosion on forward portion of bbl. Stock has age darkened worn appearance showing various dents, scratches & marks w/ a crack along right side of action. Forearm tip retains 60% nickel. Bore is pitted w/ worn rifling. (01-24804/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

The Extraordinary Marlins from the collection of

Lot 4293

One

Of

The Finest Known Engraved

Special Order

Deluxe

Takedown Marlin 1895 Rifles In Existence Ex. Wes Adams Collection.

4293. ONE OF THE FINEST KNOWN ENGRAVED SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE TAKEDOWN MARLIN 1895 RIFLES IN EXISTENCE EX. WES ADAMS COLLECTION. Cal. 45-90. S# 338228.This outstanding rifle was manufactured in 1906 and is fitted with an octagonal 26” barrel, German silver Rocky Mountain front sight, semi buckhorn rear sight, and full magazine. The case colored takedown action is factory engraved in the #5-3 pattern with a special oval vignette on the left side depicting a finely detailed woodland scene that includes a bull moose feeding on a downed sapling with a cow moose laying in the grass behind the bull. The smaller vignette located on the right side of the receiver also features a superbly detailed forest scene that includes a whitetail buck in flight. The vignettes on both sides of the frame are accented with a balance of detailed oak leaves & acorns with a punch dot background with a matching bolt motif. The lever boss carries a matching engraving of oak leaves. The top receiver flat is accented with a stylized J shape pattern engraving with chip and dot borders. The hammer, sides of the lever, foreend cap, & takedown ring are tastefully decorated with a matching engraving pattern. The rifle is stocked with a beautifully figured flame grain American walnut with special custom 24 line per inch checkering that covers the majority of the forearm terminating with an acorn finial and accented with carved shield panels on either side where the forearm meets the frame. The shields are checked with a finer 32 line per inch pattern. There is a vacant unchecked oval panel on the bottom of the forearm that measures 3/4 “ x 1/2 “. The serpentine pistol grip butt stock is also embellished with matching 32 line per inch checkered shield panels where the frame and butt stock meet. The majority of the pistol grip is checkered with a 24 line per inch pattern chasing the contour with a matching vacant unchecked oval panel on either side. The upper portion of the pistol grip is topped with a 32 line per inch sweeping panel of checkering creating a truly unique and attractive look that compliments the exquisite rifle beautifully. The stock terminates with a smooth steel semi crescent buttplate with has internally marked matching serial number that correlates with the correct serial numbers located on the left side of the top tang and in the top channel of the buttstock. The buttplate is lightly embellished with a scroll and diamond checkered panel at the center. A truly stunning special order Marlin rifle. CONDITION: This exquisite rifle remains in an extra fine condition with the barrel and magazine tube retaining 98%+ of its original bluing with some very mild knicks on the bbl and a slightly duller appearance to the magazine tube that also has a couple of minor blemishes on the left side. The case colored receiver, bolt, lever, hammer and takedown ring retain a wonderful amount of their vivid colors with some light fading on the carry points and outer face of the lever. The stock set still maintains the vast majority of its original varnish with some wear to the fine checkering & minor handling marks. The original blued finish on the buttplate has faded over the years yet still retains the much of its finish with light wear at the heel & toe. Sound mechanics. Bright shiny bore with nice rifling. PROVENANCE: Ex- Wes Adams Collection. The William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (24-1645/ZAL) CURIO. $60,000- 80,000.

4294. SPECTACULAR GOLD & PLATINUM

INLAID SPECIAL ORDER #10 ENGRAVED DELUXE MARLIN 1897 LEVER ACTION RIFLE, I.D.’D TO F.E. VENESS, A LUMBER BARON FROM WASHINGTON; EX-FRANK KELLY COLLECTION, PROBABLY THE FINEST IN EXISTENCE. CAL. 22 S, L, LR. S#. 331602. This extraordinary rifle was remarked as likely one of a kind by Mr. J.R. LaRue during his review of this rifle when it was initially offered from the Frank Kelly collection. It is fitted with a 24” octagonal to round barrel, half magazine, Lyman bead front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight & Lyman combination tang sight. The receiver exhibits a wonderfully executed special #10 engraving pattern by the hand of master engraver Conrad Ulrich. The left side features a well-cut forest scene of a whitetail buck & doe feeding on a sapling and bordered within a platinum and gold vignette, finished with tight full coverage leafy vine & punch dot engraving. The opposite receiver face is engraved with the intertwined initials “FEV” inside a platinum and gold outlined vignette, with the “V” also finished in platinum, it is further embellished with a small squirrel within the vine and leaf pattern. The top, bottom, & tang of the receiver are also tastefully engraved with wavy line and dot borders & a fanned burst on the top of the frame, nose cap, & below the serial number. The lever and hammer are borderline engraved. Ulrich further engraved and inlaid the exposed barrel flats over the chamber with latch and hook patterns, as well as, platinum and gold bands and designs. The nose cap is accented with a fine platinum line around the top and rear edges and includes a matching foliate motif engraving. The initials are verified as being that of Fred Eugene Veness with a notarized letter dated Dec. 12th 2003 from his grandson John A Veness. John states in the letter that the rifle had been a family heirloom passed down to him and was originally delivered from the factory to his grandfather in 1906. The Veness family was involved in the lumber business as both a lumber company and a holding company for lumber companies in Winlock, WA from approximately 1890 until 1931. Family lore indicated it was a gift to Fred for financing a mill in Winlock. In 1997 the grandson displayed the firearm at the Marlin Firearms Collectors Association booth at the NRA meeting where it then received the silver award for one of the top 10 best firearms at the show. The letter indicates that the grandson sold the rifle to Bennett Auslaender in late 2000 who retained the rifle until it was sold to collector Frank Kelly in 2005. The wonderful attention to detail that was given to the metal extends to the stock set with a highly figured burl and shell grained American walnut featuring a serpentine grip cut with a #10 checkering pattern and terminated with a hard rubber Marlin factory buttplate. The last three digits of the serial number is marked on both the upper tang under the wood and the top tang channel of the stock. The gun letters within configuration and indicates it was shipped Jan. 18th 1906. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory letter, Bill of sale and correspondences between Auslaender & Kelly, Notarized letters from both John Veness & Bennett Auslaender, silver award and plaque from the 1997 NRA meeting, & a copy of “The Timber Baron of Winlock” by Wayne Galvin detailing the history of the timber industry in Winlock, WA with the a considerable amount of the book chronicling the tenure of Fred Eugene Veness. CONDITION: This rifle remains in extraordinarily fine all matching original condition. Barrel and magazine retain 98-99% strong original blue with some light wear on the rear sight, muzzle & high edges. The receiver retains the vast majority of its original case colors that is mildly fading and darker than the more protected areas. The lever and hammer show bright vivid case coloring with the outer surfaces of these parts and the nosecap fading to silver The stock set retains 95-98% of its original varnish with mild point wear to the checkering. The buttplate tone has faded lightly and has a small chip on the right side. Bright bore with very good rifling showing only minor scattered spots. A magnificent rifle that was tastefully built and finished for a Northwest Timber Baron and is believed to be one of the finest in existence. PROVENANCE: ExVeness Family Heirloom 1906-2003, Ex- Bennett Auslaender Collection, 2003-2005, Ex- Frank Kelly Collection 2005-2015, & William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (24-1646/ZAL) CURIO. $60,000-80,000.

4295. FABULOUS FACTORY GOLD & PLATINUM INLAID NO. 15 PATTERN ENGRAVED MARLIN 1893 TAKEDOWN SPECIAL LIGHTWEIGHT RIFLE, SUPERB CONDITION. Cal. 30-30. S# 164469 shows that this super rare Conrad Ulrich masterpiece was manufactured in 1898. Decorated with a spectacular deep relief game scene of a battle to the death between 3 hunting dogs and a large stag. The stag is tossing one of the dogs well into the air while the other two circle, nipping at the stags legs. The right side of the receiver depicts a well detailed bull moose feeding on a sapling. The receiver belly is further embellished with a vignette of a big horn sheep. The scenes are surrounded by beautiful foliate vine scroll engraving that extends to the barrel extension, lever, hammer, breech end of the barrel, and forearm cap. The engraving is accented with gold wire inlay that borders the upper and lower frame, as well as, the lever, bolt, hammer, & barrel extension. The breech end of the 22 inch round Special Smokeless Steel barrel is embellished with two gold bands sandwiching one platinum band. It carries a half length takedown magazine, German silver sporting blade front sight, and 2 leaf folding rear sight. Mounted with an exhibition grade thin shell walnut stock that is checkered in special grade 15 checkering featuring finely checked segmented circles, as found with No. E pattern w/ fleur-de-lis at the forward and rear portions of the checkered panels. The forearm is wrapped with fine cut borderless checkering and is terminated with a smooth steel engraved nose cap. The butt is finished with a hard rubber shotgun buttplate. CONDITION: Overall superb example with the barrel and magazine tube retaining 95-98% of the original blue with only light fading and a few scattered minor marks. The delicate case colors remain in the protected areas fading to a balance of silver that nicely highlights the beautiful engraving. The inlays are superb without loss of material. The small parts lever, hammer, & trigger remain in great shape with traces of original case in the protected areas. The stock retains its original finish with some light checkering wear to the high points, a moderate abrasion on the right side, and scattered mild handling marks.

An extraordinarily well executed small repair to the toe of the butt & buttplate is not visible to the naked eye, however when a bright light is applied and the buttplate is removed it is evident. The matching of the wood finish in this area is superb and well blended with the original finish. Bore is good but dark with light wear to the rifling.

PROVENANCE: William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (01-25291/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $50,000- 75,000.

a lot of information regarding W. Scott Jr., however accounts from people that were familiar with this rifle have indicated it is referring to a gentleman from NY who reportedly had an association with early foot fighting. This appears to be a reference to Savate or Chausson the predecessor to modern French kickboxing that was quite popular in the late 1800’s. Whoever Mr. Scott may have been his rifle will leave a mark that may have rivaled one of the fierce highland kicks referenced in the inscription with its beautiful deluxe configuration. It is fitted with a rare 24” octagonal barrel that is marked with a third variation address and carries a half magazine, semi buckhorn rear sight and German silver Rocky Mountain front sight. The attractively engraved non-rebated type two case colored frame was most likely engraved by master engraver Conrad Ulrich. The left side features a carefully stylized inscription to “W. Scott Jr.” within an oval vignette surrounded with foliate arabesque shapes within a line border and accented with heart decorations. The right side bears the inscription “The Highland Kicker” within its own vignette and engraved en suite with the reverse. The top tang, bottom of the receiver, as well as, the top is also engraved. The figured European walnut buttstock with serpentine pistol grip is checkered in the early B pattern with matching forearm and terminated with a smooth steel semi crescent buttplate. The rifle is all matching with numbers on the inside of the buttplate, buttstock on the forward face, the lower tang, & the upper tang. The Cody Firearms Museum confirms the following information “Model 1881 / 45/70 / 24-inch barrel / Pistol grip / 1/2 magazine/ Shipped from the warehouse July 5 ,

1887” Marlin records do not usually list wood, engraving or inscriptions. In addition, it appears from a copy of the ledger book that accompanies the Highland Kicker there is a second rifle which carries a factory duplicated serial number. A second Cody letter that is also included indicates that the gun with the duplicated serial number carries a 32” barrel, single trigger and shipped May 9, 1887. Extremely few Marlin 1881 rifles were ever inscribed making this an incredibly rare rifle in a scarce deluxe configuration, with a popular caliber, and an interesting association with an early form of kickboxing.

CONDITION: Remaining in wonderful condition with the barrel retaining 96-98% strong blue with some light edge wear. The magazine tube has similar coverage with some mild fading, a small spot of roughness and a few mild handling marks. The action has very nice 90-95% coverage of the original case colors that have lightly faded and the fire blue finished loading gate is bright and in great condition. The buttplate finish has faded almost entirely, but remains unmarred. The stock set still has great coverage of the original finish with some light wear to the checkering, a few small chips behind the top tang and some minor handling marks. The bore is very bright with sound sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (01-25284/ZAL).

ANTIQUE.. $45,000- 65,000

Cal. 32-20. S# 174732 signifying that this rare carbine was manufactured in 1898 during the time that Conrad Ulrich was engraving for the company. Very few 1894 rifles were engraved and saddle ring carbines are rarely encountered. We believe that there are as few as 5 known examples in this configuration. The 20” carbine barrel holds a full-length magazine with a Barleycorn front sight and a carbine leaf rear sight held with two barrel bands. It is mounted on saddle ring action that is hand engraved in a no. 1 pattern featuring a vignette of a white-tailed buck standing on a hillside woodland scene on the left side. The engraved panel is surrounded with fine scroll that is bordered with a wavy line and fancy scroll with heart embellishments. Complimenting engraving is found on the right side of the receiver with matching borders. The top & bottom of the receiver, top tang, & bolt have nicely executed complimenting engraving. It has a figured fancy walnut stock that is checkered in factory B pattern hand checkering and ended with a steel carbine buttplate and carbine forearm. CONDITION: Overall, very fine with the barrel and magazine retain 95% of their original factory blue with a duller appearance to the magazine tube showing light scratches and scattered mild handling marks. The frame retains a very high percentage of patinaed factory blue with fading in the carry area. Blued components show some minor edge wear and a few mild handling marks. Lever has vivid case coloring that has faded to silver on the outer surfaces. Bolt and loading gate retains much of its original finish. The stock maintains the original finish with some light wear to the points of the checkering and minor handling marks there is a minor repair to miniscule chips at the lower tang. The bore is bright and shiny with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (01-25292/ZAL) ANTIQUE. $20,000- 30,000.

4298. STUNNING RARE DELUXE SPECIALORDER ENGRAVED MARLIN 1881 RIFLE EX. WES ADAMS COLLECTION Cal. 40-65. S# 22820. This high condition rifle is fitted with an extremely rare 30” octagonal to round heavy barrel with full magazine, sporting bead front sight, fire blue semi buckhorn rear sight, Lyman No. 15 windage tang sight with rigid stem & folding eyepiece. The case-colored action is hand engraved with a pattern that most closely matches the grade 2 styling and was likely engraved by John Ulrich. The right side features a vignette containing a detailed forest scene with a bull moose in stride. The space surrounding is decorated with arabesque scroll terminated with straight line and fancy chip borders that continue to the upper and lower receiver areas. The left side holds a vignette containing the head of a bull moose and adorned with matching pattern scroll and borders. The serial number is encircled with a splash of engraved geometric & scroll designs. It is mounted with an attractive walnut stock set that is factory checkered in the B pattern with a serpentine pistol grip and finalizes with a case-colored smooth curved steel buttplate and forearm cap. CONDITION: Overall, an extremely fine rare rifle with 95%+ original blue showing some light high edge wear, mild thinning and a few minor handling marks. The frame retains a very nice 90% coverage of the factory case colors with some light fading on the top and the bottom fading to silver. The lever has very nice case coloring while the hammer and buttplate have faded. The stock set still has very good original finish showing some mild handling marks. The bore is bright and shiny with nice sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Ex- Wes Adams Collection, Spectacular example from the William Blount Collection of extraordinary Marlins. (01-25285/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $20,000- 30,000.

Extremely Rare Factory Engraved Special Order Deluxe Takedown Marlin 1889 Rifle In Outstanding Condition Featured In “Marlin Firearms” By Brophy

4299. EXTREMELY RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE TAKEDOWN MARLIN 1889 RIFLE IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION FEATURED IN “MARLIN FIREARMS” BY BROPHY. Cal. 32-20 S# 121581. The configuration of this rifle is astonishingly rare with special order features that include all the bells and whistles with a 24” Octagonal to Round barrel that has a half magazine, Beach’s style combination beaded front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight, & Lyman combination tang sight. The factory engraved takedown case colored action is engraved in a factory #2 style by Conrad Ulrich with the left face featuring a well-executed woodland scene with a white tail buck within a circular vignette with circular bordered accents and the balance has a tight foliate vine scroll with fancy geometric borders.. A point setter adorns the bolt with sprigs of scroll. The top and bottom of the receiver, top tang, receiver extension, breech end of the barrel, and forearm cap have complimenting engraving. The rifle carries a nicely figured flame & shell grain American walnut serpentine pistol grip stock set with B style hand checkering, sling swivels, and terminated with a smooth steel crescent buttplate and nose cap. A small gold washed personalized oval plaque with engraved with intertwined old English letters is inlaid in the base of the serpentine pistol grip. This rifle is featured on page 174 of Brophy’s “Marlin Firearms”. The caption for this rifle reads “only 28 of this model are recorded as having the takedown feature”. It is believed that there are only 4 known engraved takedown 1889 rifles in existence. Many of the individual characteristics of this rifle are rare in addition to the takedown feature. According to Brophy about 28% of the 1889 were chambered in 32-20, the majority were octagonal barrels with part octagon being the “scarcest variation”. The combination of these features on one rifle is truly remarkable. The rifle is accompanied by a factory record letter from Cody Firearms Museum listing. “Model 1889 / 32 Caliber / 24 inch, 1/2 octagonal / 1/2 magazine / Pistol grip / Takedown / Shipped form the company on May 15, 1895” UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Cody Letter. CONDITION: Outstanding condition with over 95% of its strong original factory blue on the barrel and magazine tube with some high edge wear and scattered faint handling marks and light scratches. The frame and bolt retain the vast majority of their original bright case coloring with around 95% coverage. The takedown ring has a more faded finish in the carry area and the hammer and lever have strong case coloring on the side with more fading on the outer faces. The case colors on the buttplate are very good with some fading and spots around the toe. The stock retains an excellent coverage of its original factory wood finish with the exception of a scratch at the butt and some handling marks is in very fine condition. The bore is bright and shiny with nice rifling and appears unfired. A truly remarkable example that in unquestionably warranted for the most advanced of collectors. PROVENANCE: William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (01-25287/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $25,000- 35,000.

engraving and fancy borders that continue to the upper areas with accents in the lower areas. The bolt is decorated with a floral center piece and flares of matching scroll engraving. Breech end of the barrel has a complimenting scroll on three of the barrel flats. It has a flame grain American walnut stock set with factory B style checkered serpentine pistol grip butt & matching forearm that are terminated with a smooth case colored crescent steel buttplate and nose cap. The rifle is accompanied with 2 Cody Firearms Museum Letters. The first is dated 2003 and reads, “22 caliber / Pistol Grip / Return & Repair October 17, 1903 / Shipped from the company August 17, 1891”. The second letter dated 2005 provides the same information, however the barrel length was added “Barrel Length: 24 inches”. The repair that was performed in 1903 likely included a barrel replacement as the current factory barrel that is mounted has an 1892 patent date. Despite the possible factory barrel change this rare example would fit in the most advanced of collections as it is believed that there are only a very few engraved case colored Marlin 1891 rifles in existence. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 Cody Museum Records. CONDITION: Overall, extremely fine with the barrel retaining 97%+ factory blue with some minor light high edge wear, a few scattered small spots, and some dullness to the magazine tube which has faded to 80% coverage. The action still maintains approx. 80% of the nicely visible case colors that have faded on the top and bottom mostly in the carry areas. The hammer, lever, buttplate, & nosecap still have faded case colors. The factory stock set exhibits scattered handling marks and scratches with the original finish being strongest on the butt with most of the varnish remaining and the forearm exhibiting wear to the finish. The bore is lightly pitted with distinct rifling. PROVENANCE: William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (0125288/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $15,000- 25,000.

4301. EXCEPTIONAL SCOPED FACTORY ENGRAVED MARLIN 1893 RIFLE FEATURED IN “MARLIN FIREARMS” BY BROPHY. Cal. 3240. S# 125350 indicating that this rare factory engraved case colored scoped rifle was manufactured in 1895 and pictured on both pages 194 & 195 of Brophy’s “Marlin Firearms”. Fitted with a 26” octagonal barrel with a full-length magazine, German silver rocky mountain front sight, semi buckhorn sporting rear sight, and a forward scope mount that holds the forward section of the unmarked 21 1/4” inch tube scope. The scope is attached to the case-colored receiver with a Lyman receiver side mount. The receiver was meticulously cut which Brophy describes as “unusual mixed No. 5, 10 & 15 engraving” that features vignettes of a grizzly in a woodland scene on the right side and a hound hunting down a stag on the left. The balance surrounding the scenes have a tight coverage of foliate vine scroll bordered with straight line and geometric designs. Engraved accents are found on the upper and lower receiver, breech end of the barrel, & forearm cap. The work is likely that of Conrad Ulrich. The stock set consists of an attractive fancy walnut serpentine pistol grip butt that is factory checkered in the C style with matching forearm. The wood terminates with a hard rubber buttplate and an engraved forend cap. CONDITION: Overall, very fine with the barrel and magazine retaining 95% blue showing light high edge wear and some scattered fine handling marks. The receiver has 40% of the original case coloring with the balance fading to silver. The wood retains its original wood finish and shows some scratches, mild wear, and minor handling marks. Nice bore with strong rifling. The duplex reticle scope optics are slightly cloudy and crosshairs are good. An interesting specimen that would draw the eye in any gun room. PROVENANCE: William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (01-25290/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $15,000- 25,000.

to silver giving it a balanced gracefully aged appearance that compliments this antique rifle. The stock set has a nice coverage of its original finish with some light handling marks and scratches. Checkering is very good with some mild wear. The bore is overall bright and shiny with a few small spots and good rifling. PROVENANCE: EX- Santa Claus Collection, William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (01-25286/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $20,000- 30,000.

4303. DELIGHTFUL INSCRIBED FACTORY ENGRAVED & FULL NICKELED MARLIN 1892 RIFLE. Cal. 32 RF or CF with a CF firing pin. S# 81391. This wonderful little gift to “Jack / From / Billy / 93” was manufactured the same year (1893) and was inscribed with the presentation on the smooth crescent steel buttplate. It is fitted with a 24-inch octagonal barrel that has a full tube magazine, a combination bead front sight, semi buckhorn rear sight & Lyman combination tang sight. The factory engraved receiver features a No. 3 style engraving pattern likely by Conrad Ulrich. The left face has a vignette of a woodland scene with a whitetail buck with a well-executed arabesque scroll engraving and fancy geometric borders with the right face engraved en suite. A complimenting engraving is present on the upper and lower receiver, bolt, breech end of the barrel, & nose cap. Mounted with a nicely figured flame grain fancy American walnut stock set that has factory B style checkering on the serpentine pistol grip buttstock and matching forearm. CONDITION: Overall attractive little factory nickeled presentation rifle with the barrel and magazine retaining approximately 90% of its finish with some pinprick flaking. The buttplate finish has traces of nickel remaining. The wood retains nearly all of it original finish with some scratches and scattered handling marks. Front sight is missing the bead. The bore has general light pitting, has good intact rifling. PROVENANCE: William Blount Collection of Extraordinary Marlins. (01-25289/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $5,000- 7,000.

4304. ENGRAVED MARLIN FIREARMS CORPORATION MODEL 39 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# S4018. Bbl. 24” tapered octagon. Bead front sight w/ elevator adj. rear sight & combination tang sight. Full length tubular mag. w/ button type tube lock. Action has no. 1 style engraving. Left side vignette features a squirrel on a tree-branch. Balance of left side & right sideplate have vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds that extend to upper & lower edges of receiver that are highlighted by straight line & fancy borders. Top tang is marked w/ 2 stars. The book Marlin Firearms by Lt. Col. William S. Brophy discusses the stars placed on the tang were done the first few years after the 1921 buyout. This marking indicated the gun to be “as near perfection as the finest of materials, equipment & skill can make it.”. Blue finished bbl. & mag. tube w/ case colored hammer & lever. Action & forearm cap are gold finished. Forearm & S curved pistol grip stock of nicely grained black walnut have style B checkering w/ Marlin trademark in toeline. LOP: 13 1/4” over checkered hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: near excellent as restored & refinished, retaining over 98% restored blue & case colored finish. Action retains nearly all case colored finish. Wood has a very good oil refinish showing a few small marks w/ series of dents on forearm. Bore retains lightly worn rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-731/DS). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.

(01-24285/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

4306. MARLIN MODEL 1893 EXTRA LONG LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 3855. S# 315952. Bbl. 28” round, 2” longer than standard. Replacement brass bead front sight w/ filler in rear dovetail & smokeless powder receiver sight. Full length mag. Case colored action. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. Mfg. 1905. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube retain over 80% lightly faded blue. Action retains 30% lightly visible case colors w/ balance fading to brown. Forearm has worn finish showing scratches & marks. Stock has gloss refinish showing scratches, marks & small dents. Bore shows very light pitting over lightly worn rifling. (24739/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4307. MARLIN MODEL 93 LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 30-30 Win. S# 3182. Bbl. 20”, carbine style. Replacement German silver blade front sight with folding leaf carbine rear sight. Full-length mag. Case-colored action. Walnut forearm and stock with steel carbine buttplate. Mfg. by the new Marlin Firearms Corporation after production resumed in 1922. CONDITION: bbl. and mag. tubes retain over 95% blue, showing small spots of corrosion. Action has 60% nicely visible case colors. The original wood finish shows light wear with scattered scratches and marks. Bore retains very good cut rifling. (23-5531/DS). CURIO. $1,800-2,400.

model 1893 action. Blue finish w/ case colored lever. Grooved beavertail forearm & S curved pistol grip stock w/ original buttplate having Marlin trademark in toeline. Mfg. 1929-32 offered as a premium w/ purchase of Marlin stock. CONDITION: over 90% blue w/ fading on forward portion on bbl. Lever retains 80% nicely visible case colors. Original wood finish shows wear & crazing w/ scattered scratches & marks. Very good bore. (24-786/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

components exhibit a blue finish. Plain wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Blade front sight with V-notch rear sight. CONDITION: metal components retain fair amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting wear and thinning that shows through to gray and brown patinas, as well as light to mild surface oxidation overall. Bore exhibits moderate pitting and retains fair rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered marks and minor impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-1478/MLW). CURIO. $500-750.

4310. MERIDEN MODEL 15 HIGHLY ENGRAVED SLIDE ACTION

RIFLE. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# 24931. The action of this high grade rifle is adorned w/ more elaborated full coverage engraving than it normally encountered. Right side vignette features a ruffed grouse. Left side vignette features a pheasant. Balance of sides & tops of action are covered w/ fine vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds & dbl. line borders. Takedown screw head is engraved in a floral pattern. The hammerless action features a case colored breech block, jeweled slide bar, hand checkered trigger, right side slide release & top tang safety. Bbl. 24” oct. Gold ring front sight. Spirit level rear bbl. sight & combination tang sight. Tubular mag. Sm. tapered pump handle & straight grip stock of fancy walnut w/ burl grain. Features include point pattern hand checkering & crescent steel buttplate. The Meriden Fire Arms Co. produced firearms in Meriden, CT. from 1905-1918. The company was formed when Sears, Roebuck & Co. purchased the Andrew Fryeburg & Son Firearms Mfg. plant & moved the machinery to Meriden. The company’s firearms were sold through the Sears catalogue as well as other retailers. The Meriden Model 15 slide action rifle was introduced in the fall of 1912 & is based on Savage patents. This design was later mfg. by Savage & known as the Model 29. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain over 90% lightly worn blue showing edge wear. Bolt retains vivid green toned case colors. Original wood finish shows moderate wear w/ scratches & handling marks. Sound mechanics. Bore has slightly darkened appearance retaining sound rifling. (24-940/DS). CURIO. $8,000-12,000.

Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# 11658. Both sides of action have factory engraving. Right side vignette features squirrels. Left side vignettes features rabbits. Balance of receiver sides have vine type foliate scroll engraving w/ punch dot backgrounds & straight line borders.

The action features a top tang safety & right side slide release. 24” oct. bbl. w/ blade front sight & adj. U notch rear sight. Tubular mag. Sm. rnd. tapered forearm & straight grip stock of nicely grained walnut feature a crescent steel buttplate & point pattern hand checkering. The Meriden Fire Arms Co. produced firearms in Meriden, CT. from 1905-1918. The company was formed when Sears, Roebuck & Co. purchased the Andrew Fryeburg & Son Firearms Mfg. plant & moved the machinery to Meriden. The company’s firearms were sold through the Sears catalogue as well as other retailers. The Meriden Model 15 slide action rifle was introduced in the fall of 1912 & is based on Savage patents. This design was later mfg. by Savage & known as the Model 29. CONDITION: bbl. & action retain over 85% original blue, showing edge & carry wear. Original wood finish shows light wear & sm. marks. Sound mechanics. Very good, bright bore. (24-941/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

4311A. SAVAGE 1899-D MONTREAL HOME GUARD

LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 303. S# 165113. Canada entered WWI alongside Great Britain in August of 1914. Canada’s small regular military & national guard were sent to Europe, leaving primarily men over age 40 at home. Many jurisdictions formed their own Home Guard units to protect against invasion by the Germans. Prominent citizens of Montreal, Quebec, formed a Home Guard unit in 1914. As most suppliers of rifles had military contracts, the Montreal Home Guard turned to Savage for suitable arms. These were musket configuration. Bbls. 28” w/ turn down muzzles for bayonet attachment. Features included blue finish w/ case colored levers, pin type cocking indicators & brass rotary mags. w/ left side cartridge counters. Full length finger groove forearms w/ hand guards & straight grip walnut stocks w/ steel musket buttplates were standard. Other features included military ladder sights & sling swivels. This rifle is fitted w/ a German silver blade front sight & elevator adj. sporting rear sight. Buttplate peaks had rack numbers stamped by Savage, the highest number observed is 1,015. This rare rifle has rack number 500. This rifle differs from the standard Home Guard gun in having a sporter length schnable tipped forearm w/ finger grooves. This forearm has a plugged hole in the approx. position of the bbl. band w/ forearm mounted sling swivel. Serial numbers range from 162,000 to 175,500. The first shipments were in early December, 1914. Shipments of serial numbers in the 165,000 range arrived on three consecutive days in late December, 1914. Final shipments arrived in April, 1915. CONDITION: over 90% bright blue showing small scratches & marks on receiver. Lever retains 80% case colors. Buttplate retains 50% fading blue. Stock has original finish showing wear spots w/ scattered handling marks & a hairline crack behind the top tang. Forearm has worn finish w/ added wood repairs along bbl. line at both sides of receiver. The metal hand guard retainer is trimmed flush w/ the receiver. Bbl. is bright w/ very good rifling. (24-777/DS). CURIO. $3,000-6,000.

4311. MERIDAN MODEL 15 FACTORY ENGRAVED RIFLE.

bbl. retains 90% blue showing small scratches & marks w/ muzzle wear. Action has largely faded to gray retaining blue in protected areas. Lever retains traces of case colors. Original wood finish shows numerous scratches & marks. Stock has small hairline cracks on left side of action & top tang. Forearm has small chip on right side of action. Checkering remains nicely intact. Bore has a darkened appearance w/ a lightly worn intact rifling. (24-743/DS). CURIO. $3,500-5,000.

the standard models. Mfg. 1933. CONDITION: 90% lightly faded blue showing muzzle & edge wear w/ additional spots of fading & handling marks. Left side of receiver has plug screws in two added holes for sight or scope mount attachment. Lever retains 70% case colors, original protective coating is flaking. Original wood finish shows scattered spots of flaking & crazing w/ scratches & marks. Good mechanics. Very good bright bore. (24-1485/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

the top section of the magazine tube is numbered 136 as is the nickel plated buttplate. Forend, barrel (at rear on lower left flat) and frame (both sides at front under curved section) numbered 101 plus flat area at lower front left of frame numbered “101L”; added “L” likely an inspector or assembler code plus numbers were batch numbers rather than true “serial numbers”. Barrel marked “EVANS REPEATING RIFLE” over “PAT. DEC. 8, 1868 & SEPT. 16, 1871” which is the earliest style of markings. Rear sight is first style with nice Nitre blued finish on base (marked 2-6 plus 6-12 on vertical bar) and simple dovetailed post at front. Slim forend with minimal area; later examples had checkered forends of more substance plus buttstock wood covered top and bottom of magazine tube. Blue finish with nickel trim that was often done by Evans; no premium for the nickel is noted. Correctly without cover on right side port. Old Model cartridges were 1” long with 34 rd. capacity; New Models were 1 1/2” long and 28 rds. CONDITION: especially fine example that is smooth operating without looseness. Nickel plating is very good to excellent except for buttplate with patina, finish loss and light marks. Fair to good forend with handling marks, crack on right bottom from about rear attachment screw to frame, appearance of added finish and finish loss. Buttstock is similar to forend in condition with chips at top rear around widows peak area of buttplate likely from improper sequence of disassembly. Original blued finishes with light scratches and marks along with occasional light peppery oxidation. Bore is near excellent and amazing with like new appearance being bright and shiny. (01-25403/NW). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

in dovetail. This unique tubular magazine repeating rifle utilizes a finger operated rear hinged vertically rising breech block which actuates the cartridge lifter and loads the chamber by means of integral cam. The action is made largely of brass except the hammer, trigger lifter, screws and pins. The left side of the receiver is marked at the forward end “BURGESS PAT”. The rifle has no other visible markings. Internet research indicates Andrew Burgess held 894 U.S. patents. This is exceeded only by famed designer John Browning. Burgess had an interesting and varied career and worked with both Colt and Eli Whitney. The Marlin lever action series of rifles utilizes features patented by Andrew Burgess. Burgess established his own company in 1892 which operated until 1899 when it was bought out by Winchester repeating arms company. The exact source of this unique rifle is unverifiable. The rifle has a full length tubular magazine which is missing its spring and follower. One piece walnut stock and forend has a metal nose cap and nickel plated brass crescent buttplate. The rifle has a mag. cutoff operated by the lever in the left side of the trigger guard. The breech block has a transverse rectangular hole that appears to have held a lock which would engage a notch in the right side of the receiver. This part is no longer present. The extractor is mounted in the top of the receiver over the chamber and is held by a transverse screw which is a replacement. CONDITION: this rifle while not fully functional in present condition has all the signs of considerable use. The stock shows a well worn original finish with handling marks and light staining. The finish has a slightly matted appearance. There is a small missing chip at toe plus a small crack ahead of trigger guard tang. The action buttplate and trigger guard show a well worn nickel plating with numerous small dents and scratches. Screw heads are burred. Breech block has notable dents on top in front of hammer exposing the brass and has a shallow scratched cross hatched appearance. Firing pin does not extend completely through breech block. Barrel and mag. tube retain traces of blue in protected areas turning overall gray and patina with wear, light oxidation and handling marks. Bore has oxidation and light pitting but retains strong lands. (01-24261/RW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

4316. SAVAGE 1899 LEVER ACTION SRC. Cal. 303 SAV. S# 289250. Bbl. 20” w/ dovetail mounted blade front sight & replacement carbine leaf rear sight. Action features brass rotary mag. Pin type cocking indicator. Bent tab safety w/ cartridge counter & staple fastened saddle ring on left side. Top of receiver has six added poles for scope or sight attachment, 4 are filled w/ plug screws. Left side of receiver has 1 plug hole forward of saddle ring staple. Blue finish w/ case colored lever. Model H style band fastened forearm & straight grip walnut stock w/ carbine buttplate. Stock & forearm have large holes for sling swivel installation. Serial indicates 1926 mfg. CONDITION: 70% dull lightly faded blue. Heavily sanded & refinished wood. Forearm has chips on both sides of action. Stock has areas of oil darkening. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-732/DS). CURIO. $350-500.

4317. ARTHUR HUBALEK CUSTOM BALLARD SINGLE SHOT TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. NSN. Bbl. 30” round w/ heavyweight measuring 15/16” across the muzzle. Bbl. is marked “A. HUBALEK/SPECIAL”. Unmarked Ballard action features a full loop lever & may have originally been a no. 6 1/2 off-hand target rifle. Breech block assembly is replaced w/ a Hubalek concealed hammer block having checkered set trigger. Full coverage engraving consists of vine type foliate scroll w/ punch dot backgrounds. Arthur Hubalek of Brooklyn New York was a shooter, piano tuner & bbl. maker. He was a well-known shooter in the early 1900s & gained a reputation for making the best .22 caliber bbls. of his era. Bbl. is fitted w/ sight blocks & scope blocks holding a Redfield 24x target scope no. x01276. Overall scope length is 23 1/2” w/ AO, target turrets & dot reticle. 15” custom beavertail extension forearm w/ hand checkering & accessory rail. Custom walnut target stock features a shadowline cheekpiece, checkered wrist & black gripcap. LOP: 13 3/4” over a checkered steel buttplate & 1/2” of extensions. WEIGHT w/ scope: 13 lbs, 12.2 oz. CONDITION: 97% brightly polished bbl. blue. Action has faded to a pleasing gray showing traces of case colors. Wood has good finish showing scattered small marks. Sound action w/ clean crisp trigger pull. Very good bright bore. Scope has clear optics. (01-25402/ DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4318. HOPKINS & ALLEN MODEL 3922 SINGLE SHOT FALLING FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 0960. Bbl. 26”. Model 3922 single shot falling block rifle mfg. by Hopkins & Allen. The top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked with Hopkins & Allen’s mfg. information, with the cal. designation “.22 LONG RIFLE.” marked on the left quarter flat at the breech. Case color hardened receiver, with blued bbl. and lever. Checkered wood perch belly buttstock with Schuetzen style nickel plated buttplate and schnabel tip forend. Brass blade / flip-up post front sight, with V-notch semi-buckhorn rear sight, as well as a tang mounted flip-up aperture sight. Underside of bbl., front face of cyl., front of buttplate, tang, and front face of buttstock are all stamped “0960”, with the forearm matching via the last 3-digits in pencil on the interior. CONDITION: receiver retains good amounts of its original case color hardened finish, exhibiting some areas of wear and fading, with light surface oxidation present overall. Blued components retain the majority of their original blue finish, exhibiting some areas of mild wear and thinning, with light to mild surface oxidation present overall. Buttplate shows some light bubbling and some small spots of light flaking, but otherwise is very good overall. Very bright bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered superficial marks and minor impressions from storage and handling, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-1143/MLW). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4319. PEABODY MARTINI SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 43 Spanish. S# 6660. Bbl. 33” rnd. w/ octagon shank. Case colored underlever action, breech block rotates downward for loading. Hammer is mounted on sidelock. Left side of action has “1862” patent date & “Peabody Tool Company, Providence, RI” markings. Straight grip stock w/ steel musket buttplate in sling swivel. 2 Band forearm w/ swivel on rear band. Iron cleaning rod. Blade front sight w/ graduated leaf rear sight. Mfg. 1866-71. CONDITION: bbl. retains 70% dull blue showing spots of corrosion & light pitting. Action retains some lightly visible case colors faded to gray. Wood has worn finish w/ numerous dents & marks. Bore is generally bright w/ sound rifling. (01-24494/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4320. NICE MARBLES MODEL 1908 GAME GETTER COMBINATION GUN. Cal. 22 LR / 44 Shotshell. S# 1274. Bbl. 18 1/8”. Model 1908 Game Getter combination gun mfg. by the Marble Safety Axe Co. of Gladstone, MI. The left side of the breechblock is marked “-MANUFACTURED BY THE-/ MARBLE SAFETY AXE CO./ -GLADSTONE, MICH.U.S.A.”, with the cal. designation on the right. Frame is marked “GAME GETTER” on the left, with “PATENT/ ALLOWED” within an oval on the right. S# is stamped on the interior of the frame, beneath the breechblock. Major metal components exhibit a blued finish with the hammer exhibiting a case color hardened finish and the under-folding skeleton stock exhibiting a nickel plated finish. Frame is mounted with 2 piece Marbles checkered brown hard rubber grips. Brass beaded blade front sight with breech mounted flip-up rear sight and tang mounted Marble’s aperture rear sight. CONDITION: very good with major metal components retaining the majority of their original factory blue finish plus some areas of light wear and thinning overall. Some spots of light surface oxidation. Mirror bores with the .22 bore exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips show some scattered marks from storage and handling with the bottom of the left panel exhibiting a small chip at the rear. PROVENANCE: from The Estate of Harry Henry. (23-5105/MLW). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

Steel tipped walnut forearm & round knob pistol grip stock of nicely grained walnut w/ checkered wrist. LOP: 13 1/2” to nickel finished Swiss style Schuetzen buttplate. 34” long, 3/4” diameter optical sight w/ external adj. mounted on original bbl. dovetails. CONDITION: bbl. retains 80% lightly faded blue. Action has 80% nicely visible case colors w/ fading in protected areas. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches, marks & small dents. Bore retains sound rifling showing some very light pitting. Tube sight has slightly cloudy optics. (01-24819/DS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-9,000.

4322. REMINGTON-HEPBURN NO. 3 “A” QUALITY MATCH

SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 25-20 Single Shot. S# 7968. Bbl. 28” octagon to round. Combination front sight w/ mid range Vernier tang sight. Case colored action. Steel tipped forearm & pistol grip walnut stock w/ checkered wrist. LOP: 14” over nickel finished Swiss Schuetzen buttplate. CONDITION: bbl. retains 75% dull lightly faded blue. Action retains 40% nicely visible case colors. Wood has good original finish showing scattered handling marks. Very good bore. (01-24821/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

its lightly faded blue, showing edge wear and small marks. Action retains over 89% of the original case colors, showing some fading. The original wood finish shows light wear and marks. The bright bore has strong rifling. (01-21214/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,500.

4324. REMINGTON-HEPBURN NO. 3 SPORTING & TARGET SINGLE SHOT

RIFLE. Cal. 40-90 (straight case). S# 9067. Bbl. very scarce extra long 36” tapered octagon. Combination front sight w/ elevator adj. sporting rear sight. Double set triggers. Ebony tipped schnable forearm & round knob walnut stock w/ checkered wrist. Right side of wrist has hand carved initials “WCMM”. LOP: 13 3/4” to nickel finished Swiss Schuetzen buttplate. CONDITION: bbl. & action finish has faded to gray-brown showing handling marks w/ series of small dents by rear sight. Buttplate retains 80% nickel finish. Wood shows heavy wear, scratches, dents & small chips. Tight action w/ functioning triggers. Dark bore retains sound rifling. (01-24820/ DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4325. REMINGTON NO 2 SPORTING & TARGET ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 32 W (32-20). S# 14770. Bbl. 26” octagon. Gold finished combination front sight w/ leaf rear sight. Case colored action. Steel tipped walnut forearm & perch-belly walnut stock w/ hand checkering. LOP: 14” to nickel finished Swiss style Schuetzen buttplate. WEIGHT: 5 lbs, 9.6 oz. CONDITION: bbl. retains 70% dull lightly faded blue showing spots of finish loss & light corrosion. Action retains 20% lightly faded case colors in protected areas w/ balance of receiver showing spotted light corrosion. Wood finish shows wear w/ scratches, marks & dents. Bore retains lightly worn rifling. (0124822/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4326. REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT BABY CARBINE. Cal. 44-40. S# 1057. Bbl. 20”, marked on the left side in front of the receiver with “P” and behind the barrel band with “P”. Receiver Tang is marked “REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY ILLION, N.Y.”. The last patent date is “MARCH 18, 1874.” Folding carbine rear sight graduated to 500 yards. Blade-type front sight. Flat-breech block base. Sliding extractor. The sides of the receiver are not stepped. The hammer spur has been extended and thinned. Saddle bar on the left side of the receiver. The saddle ring is not present in the bar. Two-piece walnut stock. Forend is retained with a single band. Buttplate is a heavy-cast construction. CONDITION: stock set has moderate wear and handling marks with an added finish. Metal has early arsenal rework, with blue turning gray and patina. Bore has oxidation and fine pitting throughout, with strong lands. The breath block spring is weak, allowing the block to remain in a slightly rearward position. (01-24426/RW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: walnut case w/ raised brass plaque on lid. Blue velour fitted interior. Case contains percussion cyl., engraved & gold finish to match. Also includes powder flask, bullet mold, nipple wrench, cap tin, 7 RF 46 cal. cartridges, 3 bullets & UMC 2 piece empty primed metallic cartridge box. Box has a few missing side flaps. Purple special awards display ribbon marked “Centuries of Antiques / Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim, CALIF. March 1-2-3, 1976”. 11/12/2007 Greg Martin Auctions invoice. CONDITION: very good. Frame, bbl. & grip straps retain 90% nickel finish. Cyl. & other parts retain 90% gold. Grips have acquired a yellow patina showing some age related shrinking & checking. Bore shows some very light pitting & retains strong rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24729/DS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

Cal. 44. S# 48924. Bbl. 8” octagon. Round six shot cyl. Frame, cyl. & bbl. have 75% coverage of New York style engraving. Engraving features flowers on the side of the action w/ vine type foliate scroll on other frame & bbl. areas. Cyl. has banner connected floral highlights. Spectacular 2 piece Ivory grips. Left panel has raises carving of the California state seal marked “EUREKA” around the top. Right panel depicts an American eagle w/ shield & flags. Major parts have “C” or “H” inspector initials. The new model army was the second most common revolver used by Union troops during the Civil War. Approx 122,000 were mfg. 1863-1865. CONDITION: gun retains most silver finish showing dark tarnish in protected areas. The three line barrel address on top of barrel has been removed during buffing. Brass trigger guard has a bright polish. Grips have an aged & weathered appearance w/ chips & cracks missing around action, backstrap & butt areas.

w/ semi-circular sight. Integral five shot tubular mag. Breech block / cartridge carrier is positioned adj. to hammer. Spur trigger. Sides of frame have vine type foliate scroll w/ complimentary highlights continuing to backstrap & sides of bbl. Full nickel finish. 2 piece pearl grips. Approx. 15,000 mfg. 1871-88. CONDITION: 80% nickel showing scattered spots of very fine pitting. Sound action. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-24877/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

4329. REMINGTON RIDER FACTORY ENGRAVED MAGAZINE PISTOL. Cal. 32 RF Extra Short. NSN. Bbl. 3” octagon

4330. REMINGTON MODEL 1861 “OLD MODEL” ARMY SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Army single action percussion revolver mfg. by Remington. Top flat of the octagonal bbl. exhibits mostly illegible Remington mfg. and patent information, with “P” and “S” sub-inspector proofs stamped on the left flat at the breech. Left side of loading lever exhibits a “C” sub-inspector proof, with an additional “S” sub-inspector proof on the underside of the trigger guard. Metal components exhibit a cold blue finish overall. Brass trigger guard, with 2-piece smooth wood grips. Grips appear to have been lightly sanded and oiled at one time. German silver cone front sight with frame notched rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the frame (beneath the left grip panel), underside of the bbl., as well as on the rear face of the cyl. Interior of right grip panel exhibits a matching S# handwritten in pencil, with the S# on the left panel being illegible. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a mottled blue, brown, and gray patina overall, with some scattered spots of light to mild pitting. Very bright bore, exhibiting moderate pitting primarily towards the breech, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Action functions and indexes appropriately when cycled by hand. Grips are very good, exhibiting some scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-25031/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4331. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY SA REVOLVER. octagon w/ blade sight. Six shot round cyl. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & brass trigger guard. Front of trigger guard is stamped “US”. 2 piece walnut grips. Left grip panel has partially visible cartouche. Estimated total of 122,000 mfg. 1863-75. CONDITION: 70% mottled & fading blue showing spots of corrosion w/ scratches & marks. Grips show wear & handling marks. Sound action. Right ear of cyl. pin is chipped. Bore retains strong rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24723/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4332. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER. 44 CF. S# 86212. Bbl. 8” octagon w/ blade sight. Private gunsmith conversion. Six-shot round conversion cyl. Ejector rod is added to the left side. Brass trigger guard has the inspector’s mark “W” at the front. Two-piece walnut grips. CONDITION: metal has a faded brown-gray appearance w/ scattered light pitting. Trigger guard shows dents & handling marks. Sanded grips have a gloss refinish showing dents at the butt. Cyl. exhibits some sideplay. Dark bore w/ worn rifling. (01-24360/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4333. REMINGTON NEW MODEL NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 24724. Bbl. 7 3/8” octagon w/ cone style front sight having right side ejector rod & retaining loading lever. Conversion cyl. w/ right side loading gate. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & brass trigger guard. 2 piece walnut grips. CONDITION: over 50% blue w/ areas of flaking & wear showing spots of light pitting & scratches. Refinished grips show heavy wear w/ dents & handling marks having small chips at butt. Sound action. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24706/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4334. REMINGTON-RIDER MAGAZINE

PISTOL. Cal. 32 RF. NSN. Bbl. 3”.

Round blade front sight. Mfg. 187188. Estimated 15,000 or less of these pistols made. Joseph Rider design w/ 5 rd. mag. Brass mag cap. Both sides of bbl. have added dot engraving. Nickel finish. Smooth hardwood grips. CONDITION: grips show overall flaking varnish, some cracks inside, scattered dings & handling wear. Metal retains 70% nickel w/ scattered flaking & oxidation. Bore shows scattered pitting but evident rifling. (01-24363-1/MJC). ANTIQUE. $700-1000.

4335. REMINGTON-RIDER MAGAZINE

PISTOL. Cal. 32 RF. NSN. Bbl. 3”.

Round blade front sight. Mfg. 187188. Estimated 15,000 or less of these pistols made. Joseph Rider design w/ 5 rd. mag. Nickel finish. Smooth hardwood grips. CONDITION: grips show scattered flaking, dings & handling wear. Metal retains strong amounts of nickel finish w/ scattered oxidation, flaking & areas turning gray. Bore shows scattered pitting but evident rifling. (01-24363-2/MJC). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

4336. REMINGTON ZIG-ZAG PEPPERBOX PISTOL.

22 Short. S# 690 (under left grip). Bbls. 3 3/16” six shot fluted cluster w/ bead sights, loads at rear. ZigZag grooves at breech end of bbl. cluster are a key part of the revolving mechanism. Ring type trigger w/ concealed hammer. 2 piece hard rubber grips. Total of less than 1,000 mfg. 1861-62. CONDITION: restored pistol. Bbl. retains over 90% reblued finish. Frame & mechanism has 98% added nickel finish. Grips show wear spots at butt. Functioning mechanism. Lightly pitted bores. (01-24880/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4337. REMINGTON ZIG-ZAG PEPPERBOX PISTOL.

S# 19 (under left grip). Bbls. 3 3/16” six shot fluted cluster w/ bead sights, loads at rear. Zig-Zag grooves at breech end of bbl. cluster are a key part of the revolving mechanism. Ring type trigger w/ concealed hammer. 2 piece hard rubber grips. Total of less than 1,000 mfg. 1861-62. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray showing some very light pitting. Grips show light wear, left panel is chipped at toe. Functioning mechanics. Dark lightly pitted bores. (01-24878/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4338. REMINGTON 2ND MODEL 95 O/U DERINGER. Bbl. 3” w/ rib & blade sight is fitted w/ an extractor. Rib has 2 line marking “E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION, N.Y. / ELLIOT’S PATENT DEC. 12TH 1865”. 12,000-18,000 w/ this address mfg. 1870-88. Full nickel finish w/ fire blued hammer, trigger & small parts. 2 piece rosewood grips. CONDITION: fine retaining over 98% nickel showing small marks. Grips show scattered spots of wear & light handling marks. Bore shows scattered light pitting. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24711/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4339. REMINGTON FACTORY ENGRAVED O/U DERINGER.

Bbls. 3” w/ rib & blade front sight. Rib has 48mm marking “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N.Y”. 50% coverage of vine type foliate scroll factory engraving w/ punch dot backgrounds. Gold finish w/ blued hammer, trigger & small parts. 2 piece pearl grips. Mfg. 1904-10. CONDITION: hinge is cracked on both right & left sides. Over 70% gold finish w/ scattered spots of wear & light pitting. Very good grips. Bores are generally bright w/ strong rifling showing small spots of pitting. (24-863/DS). CURIO. $500-1,000.

4340. REMINGTON UMC 95 O/U DERINGER PISTOL.

3”. Blade front sight. First UMC variant mfg. 1911 w/o “L” prefix. Matching numbers on bbl. & grip frame. Nickel finish w/ fire blued small parts. Pearl grips. CONDITION: grips show a couple dings & some handling marks. Small parts retain strong amounts of fire blue w/ some fading & oxidation. Balance of metal retains 50% nickel w/ scattered flaking & oxidation. Bores show scattered pitting but evident rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-713/ MJC). CURIO. $500-700.

4341. REMINGTON ELLIOTT HIGH CONDITION O/U DERINGER.

826. Bbl. 3” w/ rib & blade front sight. Rib has 50mm marking “REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION, N.Y”. Full nickel finish w/ blued hammer, trigger & small parts. 2 piece pearl grips. Mfg. 1904-1910. CONDITION: fine. Retains over 97% nickel w/ 1 small spot of pitting on left side of bbls. Very good grips. Bright near excellent bores. (24-985/DS). CURIO. $600-900.

scratches and marks. Good mechanics. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-24584/DS). ANTIQUE. $12,00018,000.

4343. NO LOT.

4344. OUTSTANDING SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL RUSSIAN NEW YORK ENGRAVED SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 S&W Russian. S# 12960. Bbl. 8” round with rib and pinned blade semi-circular sight. Six-shot fluted cyl. This special revolver is adorned with generous coverage of New York engraving. Sides of the frame have a vinetype foliate scroll with punch-dot backgrounds and complementing wedges of scroll continuing to the top of the frame, cyl., as well as the breech and muzzle ends of the bbl. Geometric highlights are found on the forward & lower portions of the frame, along with bbl. flats. Bbl. latch area has a sunburst design with checkered sides. Two-piece carved ivory grips are hand-checkered with a raised Mexican eagle & snake on the left panel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Smith & Wesson letter signed by historian Roy G. Jinks gives the following information: “We have researched your Smith & Wesson Model # 3 Russian First Model, caliber .44 S&W Russian revolver in company records, which indicate that your handgun, with serial number 12960, was shipped from our factory on September 10, 1872, and was delivered to M. W. Robinson, New York City, Smith & Wesson’s largest distributor. The records indicate that this revolver was shipped with an 8” barrel and nickel finish. This revolver is one of the best examples of New York engraving that I have examined. Robinson supplied a lot of engraved guns to the trade. The carved ivory grips are the finest I have ever seen. This is one of the greatest Model 3s in America. (01-24182/DS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

4345. STUNNING NEW YORK ENGRAVED & GOLD PLATED SMITH & WESSON 2ND MODEL RUSSIAN FORMERLY ON LOAN TO THE NRA MUSEUM. Cal. 44 S&W Russian. S# 32906. Bbl. 7”. It is known that Schuyler, Hartley & Graham purchased S&W Russian model in the serial number range between 32800 and 39000. This one, like the others, is retailer marked “SH” in diamond on butt. Schuyler, Hartley & Graham is considered by many to be the largest gun wholesaler of the mid 1800s. It was common practice for the retailer to purchase firearms from Colt, Smith & Wesson & others to be later upgraded outside the factory with non factory grips, finish and/or engraving. This beautiful 2nd Model Russian appears to be one of those “New York” engraved guns commissioned at the Nimschke shop. While many engravers, masters & journeyman alike, engraved at the shop under Nimschke himself, the level of quality in this engraving leads to the possibility that the engraving may have been done by Nimschke himself. Revolver is profusely engraved with masterfully executed foliate scroll with meticulous punch dot backgrounds. Scrollwork is bordered by intricate straight line & wavy borders alike. Frame area below cyl. bears a stylized arrow motif at either side. Right side of frame bears a majestic soaring eagle, similar to other known Nimschke works. Front 2/3 of bbl. engraved in a checkerboard pattern at sides. Revolver plated in a full coverage gold finish. Two piece smooth walnut grips, right panel numbered to gun. Assembly number “35” found on Cyl., grip frame & bbl. CONDITION: very good overall. Metal retains 85-90% gold plated finish with scattered areas of flaking & light pitting. Grips show little wear with scattered light handling marks.

PROVENANCE: Ex Supica collection. “Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson 4th Edition”. Formerly on loan to the NRA Museum (2013). (01-25372/BH). ANTIQUE. $12,000-20,000.

4346. RENOWNED TARGET SHOOTER FREDERICK E. BENNETT’S ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Russian. S# 25935. Bbl. 6 1/2” round with rib. Pinned blade bead front sight with windage adj. U-notch rear sight. Six-shot fluted cyl. This special-order revolver has 75% coverage of vine-type scroll hand engraving. Original finish was gold-plated with a casecolored hammer. Finely checkered trigger. Two-piece pearl grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Smith & Wesson letter signed by Roy G. Jinks states the following: “We have researched your Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 revolver in company records, which indicate that your handgun, with serial number 25935, was specially ordered by F. E. Bennett, a world-famous target shooter. There is no record of what the special order was; however, there were three guns in the order, all consecutively numbered. These numbers were 25933, 25934, and 25935, and they were shipped from our factory on August 23, 1889, to F. E. Bennett in Boston, Massachusetts.”. Also included is a handwritten transcription of an article describing an 1888 shooting match that Mr. Bennett participated in. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray, showing very light, scattered corrosion. Faint traces of the original gold finish can be seen around screw heads and protected areas around the trigger guard. Right grip panel has a small crack along the front grip strap with a small chip next to the action. Smooth mechanics. The lightly worn bore shows scattered pitting. (01-24188/DS). ANTIQUE. $6,0009,000.

4347. RARE & FINE JAPANESE EXPORTED CASED & ENGRAVED & IVORY SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 REVOLVER. Cal. 22, S# 126373. Standard configuration, 3.2” barrel, one line address, patent marked cylinder. This revolver is factory engraved, blue and silver finish mounted with smooth ivory grips and housed in “SMITH & WESSON” illustrated gutta percha casing. This revolver is featured in November 2006 Gun Report article by Mike Bricker. This is among the last S&W No. 1’s made. According to Roy Jinks, this little gem was factory engraved probably in the Gustav Young shop. The patent dates on the cylinder are boxed by engraving not engraved over which is normally seen. One row of kanji markings are found on the lower left side about diagonal barrel which translate “Government Weapon Storage Office, Year of the Monkey 2889”. An unknown quantity of these revolvers were exported to Japan 1868-1870 and that strict government registration laws are the reason for different markings depending on the particular prefecture. This is a particular rare and fine survivor that is well known and published. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: file of research & copy of November 2006 Gun Report article “Some Early Smith and Wesson Export Revolvers”. CONDITION: fine overall, complete & matching serial numbers and assembly markings including original ivory grips. Revolver retains much of its original blue and silver finish, markings all crisp and discernible. Grips have ivory age patina, small hairlines, chip in the butt. Mechanically fine, bright crisp rifled bore. Casing is very good with typical staining and soiling internally, one small chip. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert

$3,000-4,000.

“Mike” Bricker. (01-25065/JS). ANTIQUE.

June 1996 Gun Report article by Mike Bricker, in standard configuration, variant 5” barrel, blued finish. Left side of barrel housing is stamped with a semicircular “KITTREDGE & CO” mark over “CIN. O.” that was applied in 1865 by Kittredge. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of June 1996 Gun Report article “Smith & Wesson and Kittredge”. CONDITION: fine overall, complete & matching serial numbers and assembly markings, retaining 80% plus original blue with losses mostly on grip frame. Rosewood grips retain most all their original factory varnish. Mechanically fine, bright shiny rifled bore. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-25005/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

4349. RARE EARLY NEW YORK AGENT MARKED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 FIRST ISSUE REVOLVER. Cal. 22, S# 9793. Standard first issue configuration, 3.2” barrel, one line address, patent marked cylinder, manufactured 1859. This revolver is featured in November 2006 Gun Report article by Mike Bricker and agent marked in same S&W dies as address: “WOLFE, DASH, AND FISHER, NEW YORK”, silver & blue finish mounted with rosewood grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of November 2006 Gun Report article “Some Early Smith and Wesson Export Revolvers” and 2 old photos of revolver. CONDITION: fine overall, complete & matching serial numbers and assembly markings. Revolver retains most of its silver finish on frame, about 20% blue on barrel, markings all crisp and discernible. Grips are sound and well fit with traces of original varnish. Mechanically functions, but does not lock cylinder properly, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-24964/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4350. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1ST ISSUE SA REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL GUTTA PERCHA CASE. Cal. 22 short. S# 1891. Bbl. 3 3/16” octagon w/ rib & semi-circular front sight. Seven shot rd. cyl. Tip-up style action, bbl. swings upward for loading. 3rd type revolver w/ silver finished brass frame, spur trigger & improved bbl. latch having side projections. 2 Piece square butt Rosewood grips. A total of 11,671 first issue revolvers were mfg. 1857-60. Third types were found in the serial number range, about 1130s to about 3000. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: early style Gutta Percha cased as produced for Smith & Wesson by Littlefield Parsons & CO. Lid of case pictures the first issue revolver w/ marking “MANUFACTURED ONLY BY SMITH & WESSON, SPRINGFIELD MASSACHUSETTS”. Corners of case have Decorative raised scroll ornamentation w/ upper & lower borders depicting miniature revolvers. Case interior is fitted w/ a Gutta Percha cartridge block w/ red cloth lower interior. Interior lid has a green cloth lining w/ embossed ornate design. Upper & lower portions of the case have small chips around the wide edges. Front right corner of lower case is chipped & glued. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. & cyl. retain over 60% lightly faded blue. Frame retains over 75% silver having a pleasing dark tarnish. Original grip finish shows light wear w/ areas of chipping & scratches. Sound action. Bore retains sound rifling w/ sm. spots of pitting. (01-25324/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

4351. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1ST ISSUE SA REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL GUTTA PERCHA CASE. Cal. 22 short. S# 884. Bbl. 3 3/16” octagon w/ rib & semi-circular front sight. Seven shot rd. cyl. Tip-up style action, bbl. swings upward for loading. 2nd type w/ silver finished brass frame having spur trigger & bayonet style bbl. latch. 2 Piece square butt Rosewood grips. A total of 11,671 first issued revolvers were mfg. 1857-60. Second types were found in the serial number range, early 200s to about 1130. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: early style Gutta Percha cased as produced for Smith & Wesson by Littlefield Parsons & CO. Lid of case pictures the first issue revolver w/ marking “MANUFACTURED ONLY BY SMITH & WESSON, SPRINGFIELD MASSACHUSETTS”. Corners of case have Decorative raised scroll ornamentation w/ upper & lower borders depicting miniature revolvers. Case interior is fitted w/ a Gutta Percha cartridge block w/ cloth interior. Interior lid has an embossed ornate design. Front right corner of case lid is missing a 1/2” by 7/16” chip. Lower portion of case on same corner is chipped w/ piece glued in place. Also includes a US Cartridge Company 100 rd. box of 22 Short cartridges. Box has decorative top cover w/ US Cartridge Company shield & orange side labels. Box is in fair-togood condition showing minor spots of wear and contains 46 original copper cartridges w/o head stamps. Included is a newsprint advertisement for the Smith & Wesson seven shooter revolver. CONDITION: bbl. & cyl. retain over 60% fading blue showing scattered spotting. Frame retains 90% silver finish having acquired a pleasing dark tarnish. Original grips’ finish shows light wear w/ scattered scratches & marks. Hammer will not hold in full cock position. Bore retains sound rifling showing spots of very light pitting. (0125325/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

4352. SMITH & WESSON NO1 1ST ISSUE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Short. S# 872. Bbl. 3 1/4”. Brass blade front sight. Bbl. rib marked “SMITH & WESSON. SPRINGFIELD MASS”. Cyl. has one patent date that reads “APRIL 3 1855”. Matching numbers on cyl., left grip panel & grip frame. Blued cyl. & bbl. Silver plated brass frame. Smooth hardwood grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: period leather holster. CONDITION: grips have a couple cracks, scattered flaking, dings & handling wear. Frame has strong traces of silver plate w/ flaking, brass areas turning to a dull yellow patina, some oxidation & a couple divots on backstrap. Bbl. assembly & cyl. are a dull brown patina w/ scattered oxidation & traces of blue. Pitted bore. (01-25326/MJC). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

4353. SMITH & WESSON OLD MODEL NO. 1 1/2 NEW YORK ENGRAVED SA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 RF short. S# 4655. Bbl. 3 1/2”, octagon with rib and German silver semi-circular sight. Five-shot round cyl. Tip-up action with a spur trigger. Action, cyl., and bbl. have 75% coverage of vine-type foliate scroll hand engraving. 2 pieces of pearl grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W Historical Foundation letter signed by Roy G. Jinks detailing the following information: “We have searched your Smith & Wesson Model 1 1/2 First Issue, caliber .32 Rim Fire Short. Company records indicate that this handgun, serial number 4655, was probably shipped from the factory on September 4, 1865, and delivered to J. W. Storrs Co., New York, NY, Smith & Wesson’s sole agent from 1857 to 1869. The records indicate that this revolver was shipped with a 3.5-inch barrel, a blue finish, and smooth rosewood grips. This shipment was for 200 units. Mr. Storrs Company probably added engraving and pearl grips to fill a special order. This was the common practice in the mid-1860s.”. CONDITION: metal has faded to a dark brown patina. Grips show small chips and spots of staining. The pitted bore retains intact rifling. Sound action. (01-24422/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4354. FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON OLD MODEL #2 REVOLVER. Cal. 32 RF. S# 38646. The 6” bottom break octagon barrel has the maker’s name and address on the top rib. Later-type action with three pins on the top strap has a six-shot cylinder and spur trigger. Action and barrel are engraved with 80% coverage on a large shaded scroll in Nimschke style. The squared grip is fitted with ivory scales. CONDITION: good as renicked. Metal retains about 70% redone nickel finish, with original engraving showing considerable polishing and loss of detail. Nickel is considerably flaked on the barrel, especially on the cylinder. Grips are good, somewhat under metal, and are nicely yellowed. Bore is good, somewhat pitted. Mechanically good. (01-24298/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4355. RARE & FINE ENGLISH EXPORTED CASED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 32, S# 19380. Standard configuration, 6” barrel, one line address, patent marked cylinder. This revolver was made in 1864 and even though S&W was having a hard time keeping up with American orders during the Civil War, this revolver managed to make it to England with the typical added British proofs on barrel and each cylinder chamber. It was also English oak cased with pewter oiler & cleaning rod. This revolver is featured in November 2006 Gun Report article by Mike Bricker which is pointed out that the casing was found with British Lancer buttons mixed in with cartridges in casing. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: file of research & copy of November 2006 Gun Report article “Some Early Smith and Wesson Export Revolvers”. CONDITION: fine overall, complete & matching serial numbers and assembly markings. Revolver retains about 80% of its original blue finish, markings all crisp and discernible. Virtually all the factory varnish is retained on rosewood grips. Mechanically fine, crisp rifled bore with pitting, face of cylinder is also pitted & assembly markings only partially discerned. Casing, pewter oiler, and tool are very good overall. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-25075/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4356. SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY NEW YORK ENGRAVED SA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W Long RF. S# 62626. Bbl. 5”, octagon with rib and nickel-finished semi-circular front sight. Six-shot round cyl. Tip-up action with a spur trigger. Frame, cyl., and bbl. flats have generous coverage of arabesque scroll aftermarket hand engraving. S&W distributors of the period typically had guns upgraded by New York-based engravers to satisfy special orders. Two-piece ivory grips were added at the time of engraving. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: S&W Historical Foundation letter signed by Roy G. Jinks detailing the following information: “We have researched your Smith & Wesson Model 2 Army, caliber .32 Rim Fire Long. Company records indicate that this handgun, serial number 62626, was probably shipped from the factory on August 21, 1868, and delivered to John P. Lovell & Sons, Boston, Ma. This revolver was shipped with a 5-inch barrel, a blue finish, and smooth rosewood grips. This shipment was for 300 units. The engraving and ivory grips were added after the revolver was shipped.”. Proper style two-piece box in fair condition. CONDITION: dull, lightly faded, reblued finish as applied after the engraving. Blue shows edge wear and small marks. Ivory grips have age-related checking and are acquiring an intermittent yellow coloring. Bore is bright with sound rifling. Sound action. (01-24421/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

4357. BREECH LOADING ALTERED 1861 MADE SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal 32, S# 4324. Appears to be standard configuration early 3-pin revolver but lacking right recoil shield with groove cut for loading. Back of frame where hammer strikes has an inset small circular inset plate fitted. There is no assembly mark on cylinder. Interesting well done alteration. CONDITION: fine overall, revolver retains 80-90% factory blue other than cylinder which is mottled gray patina. Mechanically fine, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-24968/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4358. CASED VERY EARLY SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER, S# 234. Cal. 32, S# 234. This revolver is featured in June 1996 Gun Report article by Mike Bricker, in standard configuration, 6” blue finish, one line address, patent marked cylinder. Right side of frame below cylinder has had “KITTREDGE & CO” markings filed off. This revolver was made in summer of 1861. Mounted with varnished rosewood grips. Revolver is housed in a compartmented mahogany case with red baize lining, with reproduction cartridge pack, Civil War eagle button, and 8 loose cartridges. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of June 1996 Gun Report article “Smith & Wesson and Kittredge”. CONDITION: fine overall, complete & matching serial numbers and assembly markings, retaining about 40% of its original fading blue finish, markings all crisp and discernible. Mechanically functional, crisp rifled bore with pitting. Casing has looseness in corners, reproduction label in lid, chipped striped edge veneer, functional key. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-25008/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4359. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 US MARKED Cal. 44 S&W Russian. S# 7253. Bbl. 6 1/2” round w/ rib & semi-circular pinned blade front sight/ Six shot fluted cyl. Top break action. Nickel finish w/ case colored hammer, trigger & trigger guard. 2 piece smooth walnut grips. Grips have partially visible DAL cartouches w/ 1878 date on left panel. Butt of gun is marked “US”. Bbl. has inspector’s mark HN. This revolver is in the serial number range (7126-7405) of 280 guns supplied to the State of Maryland. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of Smith & Wesson detailing the following information, “We have researched your Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 .44 Single Action, caliber .44 S&W Russian, in company records which indicate that your handgun, with serial number 7253, was shipped from out factory on November 9, 1878, and delivered to United States Government, National Armory, Springfield, MA. The records indicate that this revolver was shipped with a 6.5 inch barrel, nickel finish, and smooth walnut grips. / We hope that this information is interesting to you.”. CONDITION: 70% nickel showing spotted finish loss. Hammer retains traces of case colors. Grips show finish wear & handling marks w/ weak markings. Sound action. Pitted bore retains intact rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24720/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4360. SMITH & WESSON FACTORY ENGRAVED NO. 3 FIRST MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 44 S&W American. S# 982. Bbl. 8”, round with rib and pinned blade, semi-circular German silver. Six shots of fluted cyl. Top-break action. 75% coverage vine-type foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot backgrounds and ornate borders. 2-Piece ivory grips. The right panel has a raised shield and patriotic carving. About 8,000 mfg., 1870–1872. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned gray appearance with somewhat thinned engraving showing wear and scattered pitting. Grips have an age-yellowed appearance with shrinking and checking. Action is out of time and will not hold in a cocked position. (01-24325/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

4361. SMITH & WESSON AMERICAN NO3 SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 S&W. S# 20691. Bbl. 6 1/2”. Ramped brass bead front sight. U-notch rear sight. Second model American No. 3 revolver. Matching numbers on cyl. & frame. Nickel finish w/ case colored hammer & trigger. Checkered hard rubber grips w/ S&W logo & faint number on right panel that appears to match frame. CONDITION: left grip panel shows a notable crack towards bottom, both grip panels show large chips at bottom, some flattened points & dings. Hammer & trigger are mostly gray w/ traces of case colors & some oxidation. Metal retains 60% nickel w/ scattered oxidation & flaking. Good bore w/ scattered oxidation but strong rifling. (01-25269/MJC). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4362. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 US COAST GUARD “REVENUE CUTTER” DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44-40. S# 26145. Bbl. 6” round w/ rib & semi-circular sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Top break action. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer & trigger guard. Bright finished hammer. 2 piece checkered walnut grips. Left side under grip is marked w/ diamond & 5 24 date. Butt of gun after serial number has star marking. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Smith & Wesson detailing the following information, “Your revolver, serial number 26145, was one of the New Model Number 3s supplied to the United States for the Coast Guard and records indicate this was shipped on June 27, 1890 from our factory. / The diamond shape marking is a refinishing mark and the numbers 5, 24 is a representation that this work was performed in May, 1924.”. CONDITION: near excellent as factory restored retaining 98% blue showing a light cyl. drag line & small marks. 90% fading case colors. Grips have lightly worn checkering. Sound action. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24721/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

CONDITION: 85% nickel showing spots of wear w/ numerous scratches & small dents. Refinished grips

4364. SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 2ND MODEL AMERICAN

backgrounds having straight line borders w/ geometric designs. Nickel finish. 2 piece Ivory grips. Mfg. 1870-74. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black leather holster in fair overall condition. Black leather shows cracking & flaking leather reinforcement on interior. Crease of flap has tear on right side. Body of holster shows modification holes & 2 large inlet holes for belt where belt loop was previously (now missing). CONDITION: over 50% nickel showing spots of flaking & light pitting. Grips have acquired a yellow color showing substantial age related shrinking & checking. Cyl. shows slight side play. Dark lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24710/ DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 “MEXICAN MODEL” OF 91 STYLE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 S&W. S# 1463. Bbl. 4” round w/ rib & pinned semi-circular blade front sight. Bbl. is marked “MODEL OF 91”. Five shot fluted cyl. Top break action w/ spur trigger not integral to frame. Flat sided hammer w/ no half-cock notch. 2 piece checkered hard rubber round butt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Allen zipper pistol case. CONDITION: 98% brightly wheel polished reblued finish showing substantial remaining pitting. Grips show moderate wear. Sound mechanics. Dark pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (24-1748/BH). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

4366.

4366A. NO LOT.

4367. SMITH & WESSON NEW DEPARTURE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 87724. Bbl. 2”. Rnd. Blade front sight. U-notch rear sight. First model safety hammerless revolver w/ rare 2” bbl. Matching numbers on frame, cyl. & bbl. latch. Nickel finish w/ case colored trigger & blued trigger guard. Pearl grips. CONDITION: grips show a couple chips on bottom of panels, some handling wear, a couple thin cracks & some scratches. Trigger retains much of its case colors w/ some light oxidation & operational wear. Trigger guard shows some fading to gray & oxidation. Balance of metal retains much of its nickel finish w/ some light oxidation & a few spots of light flaking. Bore shows scattered oxidation but strong rifling. (24-1798/MJC). CURIO. $500-800.

4368. SMITH & WESSON NEW DEPARTURE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 146583. Bbl. 2”. Rnd. Blade front sight. U-notch rear sight. Scarce 2” bbl. “Bicycle Model” second model safety hammerless revolver. Blued finish w/ case colored trigger. Matching numbers on bbl. latch, left grip panel, grip frame & cyl. Checkered brown grips w/ S&W logo. CONDITION: grips show some scattered handling marks. Trigger retains most of its original case colors w/ some light operational wear. Balance of metal retains 92% original blue w/ a patch of light pitting on left side of muzzle, some light oxidation, scattered edge & handling wear. Good bore w/ some light frosting. (24-1799/MJC). CURIO. $600-900.

4369. VERY FINE MERWIN & HULBERT ARMY MODEL SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 M&H. S# 8145. Bbl. 7” round w/ integral semi-circular sight. Open top action. Six shot scoop fluted cyl. Full nickel finish w/ case colored hammer & blued trigger. 2 piece model checkered hard rubber grips w/ lanyard ring at butt. Mfg. 1876-1880s. CONDITION: very fine retaining 97% nickel showing light scratches & marks. Very good grips. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24716/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4370. MERWIN & HULBERT ARMY MODEL SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44-40. S# 687. Bbl. 7” round w/ raised blade front sight. Early model open top action w/ six shot scoop fluted cyl. Left side of frame has marking “Caliber Winchester 1873”. Blue finish. Case colored hammer & trigger guard. Bird’s head butt w/ 2 piece walnut grips. Mfg. 1876-1880s. CONDITION: bbl. has largely faded to gray. Cyl. & frame retain 40% fading blue showing numerous small dents. Grips show handling marks & wear. Good mechanics. Bore retains sound rifling. (01-24800/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4371. PAIR OF MERWIN HULBERT FACTORY ENGRAVED MEDIUM FRAME SPUR TRIGGER DA REVOLVERS. Both cals. 38 CF. Bbls. 3 1/2”, round with ribs and pinned blade semi-circular front sights. Five-shot scoop-fluted cyls. Full nickel finishes. 2-Piece ivory grips. Bbls. rotate to the right and slide forward with the cylinders to allow loading. Estimated quantity of several thousand manufactured in the late 1870s and 1880s. 1) S# 3917. The factory engraving features a songbird on the left sideplate. The receiver’s sides have generous coverage of foliate spray with geometric-shaped highlights. Cyl. as well as the bbl. lug and rib have punch-dot scroll ornamentation. The sides of the bbl. are ornamented with diamond and scroll punch dot engraving. CONDITION: very good, retaining over 80% nickel finish. Grips show age-related shrinkage and yellowing. The right panel has a large chip at the toe. Good mechanics. The lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-24299/DS). 2) S# 7791. Hand-engraved with a songbird on the right sideplate. The balance of the receiver has sprays of foliate engraving with an ornate punch dot and circularly designed borders. Bbl. and cyl. have floral engraving with punch-dot scroll highlights. CONDITION: fine, retaining over 90% nickel finish. Very good ivory grips have acquired an aged yellow color on the left panel. Sound action. Bore has good rifling, showing very light pitting. (01-24300/DS). ANTIQUES. $3,000-5,000.

4372. SCARCE JAMES REID NEW MODEL “PROTECTOR” KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER. Cal. 32RF. S# 18415. Bbl. 2”. It is estimated that about 360 of these revolvers were made around 1883. The left side of the 2” round barrel is marked “REIDS NEW MODEL 32” & “MY FRIEND.” All metal grip frames with spur triggers and large rings are nickel-plated and engraved with a large, open-shaded scroll. A five-shot cylinder is fluted. A loading port is on the right side of the frame. S# is on the bottom of the ring, with matching last two digits on the cylinder and a distinctive cylinder pin held by a latch. CONDITION: very fine, retaining over 85% of the original plating, with some flaking evident in the engraving and a near latch on the left side. The cylinder shows some scratches and scattered flaking. Bore is very fine. Mechanically, it is fair; however, the cylinder does not lock in place. (01-24401/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4373. RARE IRON FRAME JAMES REID KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER. Cal. 32RF. S# 17965. It is estimated that only about 170 of this late-production type were made. It has “MY FRIEND” and patent dates on the left side of the top frame strap, and the caliber is marked on the bottom. The sides of all the metal and finger-hole grip are engraved with a large, open-shaded scroll. The S# is on the bottom of the trigger guard bow, and the last two digits are stamped on the axle pin and rear of the five-shot cylinder. CONDITION: good. All surfaces show cleaning to frosted gray/brown patina. Bores are good, only lightly pitted. Mechanically fair, but does not index properly. (01-24402/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

4375. JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER. Cal. 22 RF. S# 17882. 7-Shot 1 1/2” bbl. cluster. Scarce iron frame, estimated quantity of only 270 produced toward the end of production in 1881–82. Full nickel finish. The sides of the frame have vine-type foliate scroll engraving with punchdot backgrounds, transitioning to geometric engraving in other areas with checkering along the backstrap. The left side of the top strap is marked “MY FRIEND PAT’D DEC. 26, 1865.” CONDITION: cyl. retains over 80% silver, showing spots of wear and drag lines. The frame has 30% silver remaining. Lightly pitted bores. Action cocks and fires properly. (01-24405/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4374. JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” STANDARD BRASS FRAME KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER. Cal. 32RF. S# 16086. It is estimated that about 2,900 brass frame revolvers were made. This example has “MY FRIEND” and patent dates on the left side of the top frame strap. The sides of the all-metal grip with finger hole are engraved with a large, open-shaded scroll. The S# is on the bottom of the trigger guard bow, and the last two digits are stamped on the axle pin and rear of the five-shot cylinder. CONDITION: good. All original silver plating is gone; brass is well toned. The steel cylinder shows considerable overall pitting and is cleaned to mostly brown. Bores are lightly pitted. Mechanically good. (01-24403/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

4376. JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER. Cal. 22 RF. S# 6917. 7-Shot, 1 1/2” bbl. cluster. Silver-finished brass frame with safety device. The sides have foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot backgrounds and borderline engraving in other areas with checkering along the rear edge. The right side of the frame is engraved with the initials “L. K. H.” The left side of the top strap is marked “MY FRIEND PAT’D DEC. 26, 1865.” Estimated quantity of 10,690 mfg. 1868-82. CONDITION: brass frame retains a 15% silver finish in protected areas with balance, having acquired a mild mustard patina. Cyl. has a faded gray appearance, showing some light pitting. Lightly pitted bores. Action cocks and fires properly. (01-24404/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4377. JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER. Cal. 22 RF. S# 4070. 7-Shot, 1 1/2” bbl. cluster. Silver-finished brass frame with safety device. The sides have foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot backgrounds and borderline engraving in other areas with checkering along the rear edge. The left side of the frame below Cyl. is marked “MY FRIEND.” Estimated quantity of 10,690 mfg. (1868–82). CONDITION: frame exhibits a pleasing mustardcolored patina and retains only faint traces of silver. Cyl. and other iron parts have faded to gray, showing some light pitting. Action cocks and fires properly. (01-24406/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,100.

4378. JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER. Cal. 22 RF. S# 17474. 7-Shot, 1 1/2” bbl. cluster. Scarce silver-finished iron frame. The sides have foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot backgrounds and borderline engraving in other areas with checkering along the rear edge. The left side of the top strap is marked “MY FRIEND PAT’D DEC. 26, 1865.” Estimated quantity of only 270 iron frames mfg. towards the end of production (1881–82). CONDITION: faded gray appearance showing scattered light pitting with a small amount of silver remaining in protected areas. Lightly pitted bores. Action sometimes catches and is difficult to cock. (01-24407/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

4379. JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLE-DUSTER. REVOLVER. Cal. 22 RF. S# 12783. 7-Shot, 1 1/2” bbl. cluster. Silver-finished brass frame. The sides have foliate scroll engraving with punchdot backgrounds and borderline engraving in other areas with checkering along the rear edge. The left side of the top strap is marked “MY FRIEND PAT’D DEC. 26, 1865.” Estimated quantity of 10,690 mfg. 1868-82. CONDITION: frame retains a 99% renickled finish, showing light marks. Cyl. and iron parts show a 90% reblued finish. Lightly pitted bores. Action cocks and fires properly. (01-24408/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

4380. FOREHAND & WADSWORTH NEW MODEL ARMY SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Russian. S# 65. Bbl. 6 1/2” w/ replacement blade front sight. Solid frame action w/ V notch rear sight & long cyl. pin shroud w/ integral ejector. Six shot fluted cyl. Nickel finish. 2 piece ivory grips w/ lanyard ring at butt. Estimated quantity of less than 1,000 mfg late 1870s-1880s. CONDITION: over 80% nickel showing scattered spots of finish loss. Grips show age related shrinking & checking. Action shows wear & sideplay, cyl. does not lock securely. Hammer is missing safety notch. Extremely light trigger pull. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24717/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4382. FOREHAND & WADSWORTH BRITISH BULLDOG DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32. S# 96324. Bbl. 2 1/2”. Round blade front sight. Fixed rear sight. Matching numbers on grip frame & cyl. Nickel finish. Checkered black hard rubber grips. CONDITION: grips show some handling marks & light dings. Metal retains 85% nickel w/ scattered flaking, oxidation & some light pitting. Bore shows scattered oxidation & pitting w/ worn rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-712/MJC). CURIO. $400-600.

4384. HOPKINS & ALLEN XL NO. 8 ARMY MODEL SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44-40. S# 1213 (under left grip). Bbl. 6 3/4” round w/ semicircular front sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Solid frame action w/ sliding loading gate on right side. Blue finish w/ case colored hammer, trigger & trigger guard. 2 piece checkered hard rubber grips w/ lanyard ring at butt. Mfg. late 1870s-early 1880s. CONDITION: bbl. retains 80% blue showing spots of corrosion. Grip retains 50% mottled blue showing wear & flaking w/ spotted corrosion. Very good grips. Sound mechanics. Lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24715/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4385. HOPKINS & ALLEN RANGER NO. 2 ENGRAVED SA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 175. Bbl. 2 3/4”, octagon with semi-circular sight. Five shots of fluted cyl. Spur trigger. Action, cyl., and bbl. have factory leaf engraving with an extensive punch-dot scroll and geometric pattern ornamentation. Full nickel finish. Original 2-piece ivory grips. CONDITION: over 50% remaining nickel finish. Grips show age-related checking around the screw holes. Sound action. Lightly pitted bore, retaining sound rifling. (23-5379/DS). CURIO. $600-800.

4386. STEVENS RELIABLE POCKET RIFLE #42 SECOND ISSUE WITH MATCHING STOCK AND HOLSTER. Cal. 22 RF. S# 27635. The 10” part octagon barrel fitted with original aperture rear and hooded front sights has factory markings on upper left flat of octagonal breech area. Nickel plated frame with spur trigger and internal firing pin has opening button on left side. Extended frame is fitted with plain walnut grips. Bottom of frame is dovetailed for nickel plated shoulder stock of 2nd issue style with S# that matches pistol. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Both come with their original “Slim Jim” type holster with compartments for pistol on top and shoulder stock on bottom. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Metal retaining over 95% original finish. Bright blue on sights, hammer and trigger are also extra fine. Nickel plate also remains very fine without any noted flaking. Stock shows some darkening on butt. Holster is very good showing overall general wear and some marks. Snaps show considerable verdigris. Bore is very fine, bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. A superb example of this fairly scarce pistol with an estimated production of 8,000. (22-5817/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.

4387. STEVENS NEW MODEL NO. 40 POCKET RIFLE. Cal. 25 RF. S# 34672. The 12” barrel has globe post front sight & ladder rear sight. Nickel finished frame. Two piece walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered nickel finished stock. CONDITION: good barrel blue showing scattered light marks & wear streak extending from muzzle along sides of barrels. Very good frame nickel showing couple of marks & flaking finish along butt. Good nickel on stock with patina & spots of flaking finish. Good wood grip finish showing handling marks & streaks of worn finish. Very good bore with spots of light pitting. (24-847/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,400.

CONDITION: bbl. has 80% lightly faded blue. Action retains over 95% nickel. Shoulder stock shows 80% nickel w/ spots of corrosion. Grips have worn finish showing light marks. Lightly pitted bore has worn rifling. (24-736/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4389. IVER JOHNSON BOXED SAFETY HAMMER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 50604. Bbl. 3”, round with rib and semi-circular sight. Five-shot, fluted cyl. Topbreak action. Nickel finish with a blue trigger guard and a case-colored hammer in the trigger. 2-Piece, round, butt-checkered, hard rubber owl’s head grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original 1-piece box with matching label. Inside the lid are a revolver drawing and instructions. The box shows light tattering with tearing on the end flaps. CONDITION: over 98% original nickel, showing small spots of flaking, small dents, and light scratches. The hammer & trigger have nicely visible case colors. Very good grips. Very good, bright bore. (23-5419/DS). CURIO. $500-700.

4390. S.R. BROOKS BLANK FIRING BURLGAR ALARM LOCK & BOLT. Cal. 22 RF. NSN. Burglar alarm lock & bolt mfg. by S.R. Brooks Lock Expert in Salamanca, NY. These devices were mfg. to be mounted on the side of a door frame and, when armed, fire a blank once the door is open. Cast construction features nickel plating and floral motifs. Marked “BURGLAR ALARM LOCK & BOLT/ S.R. BROOKS LOCK EXPERT/PATS APPL’D FOR SALAMANCA NY”. Condition: The device retains the majority of its nickel-plated finish, exhibiting scattered areas of varying degrees of flaking and dark oxidation overall. (01-24344/MLW). $200-400.

4391. ST. ETIENNE FRANCAISE MITRAILLEUSE PALM PISTOL. Cal. 8mm Gaulois. S# 1063. Bbl. 2”. Post front sight. Scarce French made palm pistol. Bbl. rib marked “MITRAILLEUSE”. Left side of frame marked “DECHARGEMENT ET DEMONTAGE”, “FEU” & SURETE”. Right side of frame marked “MANUFACTURE FRANCAISE D’ARMES DE ST ETIENNE”. Nickel finish w/ blued safety lever. Red gutta percha handle. CONDITION: gutta percha handle shows some dings & handling wear. Operating bar is a dull gray patina w/ scattered pitting & oxidation. Safety lever shows a faded fire blue finish. Balance of metal retains 90% nickel w/ some scattered light oxidation. Bore shows scattered pitting & oxidation. (24-2213/MJC). CURIO. $1,200-1,500.

4392. FACTORY ENGRAVED WEBLEY & SCOTT R.I.C. NO. 1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER RETAILED BY LIDDLE & KAEDING. Cal. 450 CF. S# 15631. Bbl. 3 1/4”. R.I.C. No. 1 double action revolver mfg. by Webley. The left side of the frame is marked w/ the S# above the Webley & Scott winged bullet logo & “WEBLEY’S/ R.I.C./ NO 1 450 CF”. Top strap is retailer marked “LIDDLE & KAEDING/ SAN FRANCISCO”. Frame, cyl., bbl., trigger guard,& butt exhibit factory scroll engraving. Bbl. & cyl. exhibit British proof marks. Metal components are in-the-white. Frame is mounted w/ a 1-piece checkered wood grip. German silver blade front sight w/ frame notched rear sight. Hammer has been bobbed. Matching numbers are present on the frame & cyl. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a gray patina overall, exhibiting some scattered areas of darker age related discoloration. Bright bore, exhibiting light to mild pitting & retaining well defined rifling throughout. Action functions & indexes appropriately when cycled by hand. Wood grip exhibits some smoothing, but otherwise remains sturdy & serviceable. An attractive example of a factory engraved & San Francisco retailer marked Webley & Scott R.I.C. No. 1 double action revolver. (01-25280/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4393. D.D. OURY NOVO FOLDING GRIP DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH COGSWELL & HARRISON PARIS RETAILER MARKING. Cal. 6.35mm. NSN. Bbl. 1 1/4”. Novo double action folding grip revolver mfg. by D.D. Oury and retailed by Cogswell & Harrison at their location in Paris, France. Left side of the bbl. is engraved “COGSWELL & HARRISON LTD/ 26 AVE NEU DE L’OPERA/ PARIS”, with “IMPORTE/ DE BELGIQUE” engraved on the underside of the bbl. Left side of the frame is marked “D.D. OURY/ BTE”. Right side of the frame, bbl., and rear face of the cyl. are stamped with Belgian proofs. The folding aluminum grip is marked “NOVO” on either side and is embellished with scrollwork on a stippled background. Frame, cyl., bbl., and trigger exhibit a nickel-plated finish, with the front sight exhibiting a nitre blue finish. CONDITION: nickelplated components retain the majority of their original factory finish, exhibiting some scattered superficial handling marks and spots of flaking,with various scratches of varying degrees present on the right side of the frame, appearing to be from former disassembly. Very bright bore, exhibiting a couple small spots of light oxidation while retaining well-defined rifling throughout. Action functions and indexes appropriately when cycled by hand. The folding grip is very good overall. A very nice example of a Cogswell & Harrison

Paris retailer-marked Belgian Novo double-action revolver. (24-2128/MLW). MODERN. $600-800.

4394. FRAMED DUPONT EXPLOSIVES 1906 CALENDAR. This very rare calendar depicts a duck hunting scene w/ two men in a duck boat. The hunter is shouldering his LC Smith while his pipesmoking guide paddles the boat. Bag of ducks, including mallards, canvasbacks, & green wing teals, lies on the bow. The picture is set w/ the purple & orange hues of the rising sun in the background, reflecting off the blue water & casting a shadow off the boat & marsh grass. Lower portion has a Dupont heading in large letters over a gray-colored February 1906 calendar page. Bottom of the page has the slogan, “Arrange for deliveries of DU PONT Explosives”. Calendar is behind glass in an antiqued gold-colored frame. Image size is 28 7/16” x 14 1/2”. Frame size is 31” x 17”. CONDITION: very good. Image shows scattered small handling marks & imperfections. Colors are substantially unfaded. (02-21323). NON-GUN. $2,000-5,000.

4395. FRAMED PETERS CARTRIDGE CO. 1922 CALENDAR. Titled “LEST WE FORGET”. This calendar depicts the rifle & equipment of a WWI Doughboy hanging on a door. Equipment includes a bayonet, helmet, cartridge belt, & gas mask. Calendar page is for December 1922. This calendar was distributed by Marshall-Wells Co., Cincinnati. Calendar is displayed behind glass in an antiqued wooden frame w/ beaded edge and drab green matting. Calendar size is 31” x 11 7/8”. Framed size is 41” x 21 5/8”. CONDITION: very good overall condition. Colors are largely unfaded, showing just a few small handling marks. Metal upper edge w/ hanging tab is intact. (02-21324). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4396. “THE OLDEST INHABITANT ON LINE OF UNION PACIFIC” CIRCA 1890 “BUFFALO” ADVERTISING LITHOGRAPH. 29” x 26.5” framed portrait of American Bison with vintage brass plaque with “Union Pacific Overland Route” logo. There is no imprint on 23.5” x 19.75” image, but Library of Congress estimates date at 1890. CONDITION: image is fair to good overall, not removed from frame, scratches, scuffs, and cracking evident mostly at edges, light water staining at bottom below the imprint. (02-21156/JS). $1,000-2,000.

4397. A FINE PAINTING BY VICTOR C. ANDERSON TITLED “EARLY TO MARKET”. Victor Coleman Anderson was born in 1882 and was a well-known painter of the Hudson River School. He attended the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, and his favorite subjects were rural landscapes and life in rural America. Many of his works were featured in “Life” and other magazines, and he was exhibited in the National Academy. “Early to Market” is an oil on illustration board measuring 10” x 16 3/4” and depicts a rural family going into town at sunrise to sell their goods at market in the city. The painting is signed “Victor C. Anderson” at the lower right, and is inscribed on the reverse with the artist’s address. CONDITION: painting shows no damage or restoration. Frame shows light wear, particularly at the edges. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21577/BF). $300500.

4398. 3 FRAMED REMINGTON ILLUSTRATED ADS, CIRCA 1875. 1) 8.5” x 5.5” illustrated with model 1875 New Model Army Revolver. 2) 8” x 5” illustrated with Civil War era spur trigger percussion revolver. 3) 6.5” x 4.5” illustrated with six barrel derringer. CONDITION: good overall, not removed from frames, largest ad missing cover glass. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21433/ JS). $300-400.

4399. RARE ILLUSTRATED AD SHEET FOR PORTER TURRET RIFLE. 10” x 8” exposed in frame (12” x 10”). Illustrated are three versions of “PORTER’s CAP BOX REVOLVING RIFLE” along with operation instructions. CONDITION: appears very good, but not removed from frame. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21434/JS). $300-400.

4400. THREE FIREARMS RELATED ILLUSTRATED SHEETS. 1) 1876 John P. Lower, Denver letter to Sharps Rifle Company concerning 45-75 & 50-90 rifles; very good. 2) 1851 Deane & Adams ad sheet showing superiority of Adams over Colt revolvers, 3 page; good overall, creases, tears, complete. 3) 9” x 6” 1884 UMC ad; cracked at center fold, tipped to black paper. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21975/JS). $300-400.

4401. RARE 1879 ILLUSTRATED CATALOG OF GUNS, RIFLES, REVOLVERS & AMMUNITION. 52 pages; 8” x 5”, wraps, the Great Western Gun Works of Pittsburgh PA illustrates numerous revolvers and long guns including Colt conversion armies, Winchesters, Sharps Plains rifles, Evans, and single shot rifles of their own manufacture. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21977/JS). $200-300.

4402. CONESTOGA WAGON MODEL. 19” long plus 16” extension to harness horses, 8” iron rimmed wood wheels, 16” tall, hand made from wood, cloth, and iron. CONDITION: appears good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21618/JS). $200-300.

4403. BUTTERFIELD STAGECOACH MODEL. 23” long plus 10” extension to harness horses, 8.5” rear wheels 6” front wheels, 16” tall, hand made from wood, cloth, leather, and iron. CONDITION: fair to good overall, the wood & painted extension to affix the team of horses is unglued and needs repair, back wheels are loose, paint overall is very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21619/JS). $200-300.

4404. CLAYTON MOORE “THE LONE RANGER” COLT CONSECUTIVE PAIR SAA REVOLVERS. Moore (Clayton Moore) was born September 14, 1914 and died December 28th, 1999. He played “The Lone Ranger” in the television series of the same name during 1949-52 & 1953-57. He also starred in 2 films by the same producer. BOTH: Second generation revolvers. Calibers: 45 LC. Barrels: 5 1/2”.

Six shot fluted cylinders. Full nickel finishes. 2 piece pearl grips. GUN 1: Serial Number: 33410SA. CONDITION: near new retaining over 99% nickel finish showing a slight cylinder drag line. Very good grips are yellowing with age. Near excellent bore. GUN 2: Serial Number: 33411SA. CONDITION: near excellent retaining 98% nickel showing a faint cylinder drag line with small handling marks on frame. Very good grips, left panel is yellowing. Near excellent bore. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Manufacturing Company detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 33410SA & 33411SA / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: 5 1/2” / Finish: Nickel / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Special Features: Consecutive Serial Numbers / Shipped To: Reliable Mercantile Loan Company / Address: 109 Third Street, San Francisco, California / Date of Shipment: December 29, 1960 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1 Pair”. Letter from Shirley M. Cavalieri of the Ponderosa Ranch dated January 5th, 2012. The letter states “In 1967, during one of Clayton’s visits to our ranch, he gave a set of pearl handled Colt 45 revolvers to both my husband and my son. My husband took ill in the late 1990’s and sold many of his most prized possessions as he wanted them to be appreciated by others the way that he enjoyed them throughout the years. I was overjoyed that you were the person who purchased them and it seems right since you were one of our regulars at our ranch and such a good friend to Donnie.”. Photos include 1 of the Lone Ranger & Tonto dated 1966 and several of Clayton Moore at the 1967 Ponderosa Ranch rodeo. Also includes poster for the Ponderosa Ranch rodeo as well as several newspaper clippings. Other cards and letters from Clayton Moore are also included. Revolvers are housed in a custom 2 gun hardwood presentation case with blue velour fitted interior and 2 six round cartridge blocks. Case contains the key. (24-1590, 24-1591/DS). BOTH CURIOS. $10,000-15,000.

engraving. 2 Piece smooth grips. CONDITION: near excellent as refinished at time of engraving. Metal retains 98% high polish black / blue with small blemish near muzzle end of ejector rod housing. Very good grips with age related lines. (24-2123/BH). CURIO. $6,000-9,000.

4407. VERY FINE CUSTOM ENGRAVED & SILVER INLAID 2ND GEN COLT SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 10325SA. Mfg. 1957. Bbl. 7 1/2” with blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Revolver features very fine full coverage floral scroll engraving throughout. Double band silver inlays are found at muzzle end of bbl. and at rear of cyl. Cyl flutes & stops are bordered by a fine silver inlay. Bbl. markings highlighted in silver. Revolver is custom finished in an English style deep black/blue. 1 Piece mother of pearl grips CONDITION: Very fine overall as custom finished. Metal retains 98% blue with light muzzle wear & light staining on polished sides of hammer. Grips are near excellent with no defects or damage to be found. Near excellent, bright shiny bore. (24-2125/BH). CURIO. $8,000-10,000

S# SA55913. Mfg. 1981. Bbl. 7 1/2” with blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. 2 Piece smooth grips with Colt medallions. Metal features approx. 50% scroll engraving with punch dot background & star burst at bottom of trigger guard. Signed on butt “DW HARRIS”. Harris is known to have studied under the well known engraver Weldon Bledsoe who, in turn, learned the trade from the famous Cole Agee. CONDITION: near excellent overall. Metal retains 99% nickel plated finish. Grip frame has dent at left point of toe. Slightly undersized grips very good overall with left grip having small crack at bottom front. Bright bore with sharp rifling. (24-1827/BH).

Cal. 45 Colt. S# SA60394. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Mfg. 1983. The bbl. & frame are ornamented with masterfully executed 50% coverage vine-type foliate scroll engraving to include the front sight. Rear of the cylinder has a straight-line feather-type border behind stops. Engraving is tastefully accented with a gold wire inlay on the butt, trigger guard bow, front of the grip frame, & top of the receiver. Bbl. exhibits a single gold band at the muzzle end with a double gold band at the rear near action to include the ejector housing. Top of the bbl. is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. Co HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.” in a plain field with a thin gold wire border inlay surrounded by a foliate scroll. Top of the rear grip strap features a gold-inlaid spread-winged eagle with a finely stippled background highlighted by a shield-shaped gold wire inlay. Metal finished in an attractive deep, dark immersion blue. Sides of the hammer are polished brightly. Inscribed on the backstrap is “David J Augustine” in fine scroll. Bottom of bbl. signed “G. Forte”. Guiseppe Forte was a member of the Firearm Engraver’s Guild of America before his passing. Revolver is stocked with 2-piece composite faux-bone grips. CONDITION: all aspects are near excellent; possibly

Cal. 357 Mag.

4410. CUSTOM EMBELLISHED NICKEL & GOLD SECOND GEN COLT SAA REVOLVER WITH TURQUOISE INLAID GRIPS. Cal 45 Colt. S# 35121SA. Mfg. 1961. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade front sight. 6 Shot fluted cyl. Cyl., ejector rod housing, hammer, grip frame, cyl. pin & loading gated are gold plated. Remaining metal finished in nickel. Attractive 1 piece brass grips have 6 large turquoise inlays at either side set amongst feather designs. CONDITION: fine overall. Metal finish 95% with thinning at end of ejector rod housing. Cyl. has faint drag line & the start of some light freckling. Very good grips. Bright bore with sharp rifling. (24-2124/BH) CURIO. $7,000-9,000.

4411. COLT CLASS C ENGRAVED 3RD GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 86589SA. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. blue & case colored finish. Class C standard American style scroll factory engraving. 2 piece Ivory grips w/ gold rampant Colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt’s Manufacturing Company, Inc. detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 86589SA. / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Factory Engraved: Yes, Class “C” standard American style scroll engraving. / Engraver’s Name: Not Listed / Shipped To: Munson Sporting Goods Company / Address: 350 East Paularino Costa Mesa, California / Date of Shipment: March 27, 1978 / Colt Factory Order: #10723 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 2”. Housed in a wood presentation case w/ red velour fitted interior & case key. CONDITION: near excellent retaining 99% blue & case colored finish. Polished sides of hammer have acquired a spotted tarnish. Bright near excellent bore. Near excellent grips. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3896/DS). MODERN. $4,500-6,500.

Cal. 45 LC. S# 44668SA. Jack Carlton Moore (Clayton Moore) was born September 14, 1914 and died December 28th, 1999. He played “The Lone Ranger” in the television series of the same name during 1949-52 & 1953-57. He also starred in 2 films by the same producer. Mid-range 2nd generation revolver. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Full nickel finish. 2 piece pearl grips. Mfg. 1967. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of a letter from Shirley M. Cavalieri of the Ponderosa Ranch dated January 5th, 2012. The letter states “In 1967, during one of Clayton’s visits to our ranch, he gave a set of pearl handled Colt 45 revolvers to both my husband and my son. My husband took ill in the late 1990’s and sold many of his most prized possessions as he wanted them to be appreciated by others the way that he enjoyed them throughout the years. I was overjoyed that you were the person who purchased them and it seems right since you were one of our regulars at our ranch and such a good friend to Donnie.”. Also includes a signed color photo of the Lone Ranger & Tonto dated 1966. A second color photo of the Lone Ranger at the 1967 Ponderosa Ranch rodeo. CONDITION: very fine. Nickel finish shows a cyl. drag line w/ small handling marks & a spot of cloudiness on left side of frame. Very good grips. Near excellent bore. (24-1592/DS). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

4413. SCARCE COLT 2ND GENERATION SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 37307SA. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Full nickel finish. Only 616 of this caliber, barrel length & finish were produced. 2 piece checkered plastic rampant colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 37307SA / Caliber: .357 Magnum / Barrel Length: 4 3/4” / Finish: Nickel / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Eagle Saving Store / Address: 155 Broadway, Long Branch, New Jersey / Date of Shipment: December 17, 1962 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1” & a 1 piece black box w/ red label. Box contains instructions, Handling the Handgun brochure, warrantee card & cleaning brush. Box is tattered w/ torn corners having black tape along the backside. CONDITION: near excellent. 98% nickel finish showing a cyl. drag line. w/ a few handling marks including a scratch on the left side of the bbl. Very good grips. Near excellent bore. (24-973/DS). CURIO. $2,500-4,000.

4414. HIGH CONDITION SECOND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. S# 40453SA. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Second Generation Single Action Army revolver mfg. by Colt in 1965. Left side of the bbl. is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45”, with Colt’s single line address marked across the top. Left side of frame is marked with Colt’s 2-line patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Frame exhibits a case color hardened finish, with remaining components including the bbl., ejector rod housing, cyl., trigger guard, and rear grip strap exhibiting a blue finish. Frame is mounted with 2-piece smooth grips. All numbers are matching and include the frame, cyl., trigger guard, and rear grip strap. Matching assembly numbers are present on the frame and loading gate. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original vibrant case color hardened and blue finishes, showing few light superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Polished sides of the hammer exhibit some light surface oxidation. Mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. (24-1873/MLW). CURIO. $2,250-3,500.

4415. COLT STAGECOACH BOXED 2ND GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 41655SA. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 Piece checkered hard rubber rampant colt grips. Mfg. 1966. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 Piece stagecoach box containing owner’s brochure. Box shows light tattering on edges. CONDITION: near new, retaining over 99% finish. Cyl. shows a faint drag line. Bottom of bbl. alongside the ejector housing shows a small spot of light scratches. Near excellent bore. (23-5569/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

4416. HIGH CONDITION THIRD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 85671SA. Bbl 5 1/2”. Third generation Single Action Army revolver manufactured by Colt in 1977. The left side of the barrel is stamped “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45”, with Colt’s single line address across the top. Left side of frame bears patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Frame exhibits a case color hardened finish with the cylinder, barrel, ejector rod housing and grip straps exhibiting a blued finish. Frame is mounted with a 1 piece faux ivory grip. All numbers are matching and are present on the frame, cylinder, grip straps plus are handwritten on the interior of the grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory cardboard box containing its factory insert and a pair of non-matching 2 piece Colt checkered black plastic grips. CONDITION: excellent with the frame retaining bountiful amounts of its original vibrant case coloring and with blued components showing few superficial marks from handling and storage overall. Cylinder bears an extremely light dragline. Mirror bore exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grip is excellent. Box shows exterior wear with some mild tearing and losses at some corners, some taped repairs, as well as an end flap being torn off but remaining present. (23-1787/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

4417. COLT 3RD GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# 90335SA. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six-shot fluted cyl. Blue & case-colored finish. 2 piece checkered plastic eagle grips. Mfg. 1977. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: foam-lined wood grain box w/ matching label. Box shows light tattering. Box contains “Handling the Handgun” & “Colt Companion” brochures, service station paper, Gun World Magazine advertisements, & congratulations letter. CONDITION: near new, retaining virtually all finish. Bright, near-excellent bore. (23-6047/ DS). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

4418. EARLY SECOND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Generation Single Action Army revolver mfg. by Colt in 1957. Left side of bbl. is marked “COLT SINGLE ARMY .38 SPECIAL” with Colt’s single line address across the top. Left side of frame is stamped w/ patent information followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Case color hardened frame having blued trigger guard, rear grip strap, cyl, bbl. and ejector rod housing. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece aftermarket stag grips. Standard blade front sight& frame notched rear sight. Matching S# “9992SA” is present on the underside of the frame as well as on the left side of the trigger guard & rear grip strap. Matching assembly # “855” is present on the rear of the frame, loading gate, as well as on the front face of the cyl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked soft case. CONDITION: frame retains the majority of its original vibrant case & light surface oxidation. Blued components exhibit areas of wear & thinning that show through to gray patina having scattered handling marks overall. Grip straps exhibit wear through to gray patina with mild to moderate surface oxidation. Very bright bore, exhibiting a lg. area of dark pitting towards the center of the bbl. while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Action functions & indexes appropriately when cycled by hand. Grips exhibit a few superficial marks from handling & storage, but otherwise remain sturdy & serviceable. (24-1933/MLW). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

4419. COLT 3RD GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Special. S# SA08343. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six-shot fluted cyl. Blue & case-colored finish. 2 piece checkered plastic eagle grips. Mfg. 1978. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: wood grain foam-lined box w/ matching label. Box contains the “Handling the Handgun” brochure, service station list, Gun World Magazine advertisement, & congratulations letter. Box has a tornend flap w/ partially detached label. CONDITION: near new, retaining virtually all finish. Bright, near-excellent bore. (23-6048/DS). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

4420. 2 COLT 3RD GEN SAA REVOLVERS. 1) Cal 45 Colt. S# SA16008. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece checkered plastic eagle grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: revolver is housed in a Colt marked presentation case w/ red velour fitted interior. Case contains key, letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information: “Serial Number: SA16008, Caliber: .45 Long Colt, Barrel Length: 7 1/2”, Finish: Blue, type of stocks not listed, shipped to Kamloops Distributing Company, address: 1316 Bozeman Avenue Helena, Montana. Date of shipment: March 23, 1979. Number of same type guns in shipment: 20. CONDITION: over 80% blue showing carry & edge wear. Frame retains over 90% case colors. Polished sides of hammer show spots of tarnish. Grips show scratches & marks. Sound mechanics. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. 2) Cal 45 Colt. S# SA03911. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Six shot fluted cyl. Full nickel finish. 2 Piece walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: revolver is housed in a Colt marked presentation case w/ red velour fitted interior. Case contains key, letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information: “Serial Number: SA03911, Caliber: .45 Long Colt, Barrel Length: 7 1/2”, Nickel finish, type of stocks: Not Listed, shipped to: Berenson Hardware Company, Address: 2625 NW Industrial Avenue Portland, Oregon. Date of shipment May 4, 1979. Number of same type guns in shipment is 1. CONDITION: 98% nickel finish showing scratches & marks w/ a light cyl. drag line. Grips show heavy scratches & marks w/ chips along butt of right panel. Sound mechanics. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4451, 23-4452/DS).

BOTH MODERN. $2,500-3,500.

4421. NEAR NEW THIRD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 44 Spl. S# SA33502. Bbl. 5 1/2”. Third Generation Single Action Army revolver mfg. by Colt circa. 1980. The left side of the bbl. is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL”, with Colt’s single line address marked across the top. Left side of frame is marked w/ Colt’s 2-line patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Metal components exhibit a lustrous nickel plated finish overall. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece smooth wood grips. Standard blade front sight & frame notched rear sight. All numbers are matching & include the frame, trigger guard, rear grip strap, and cyl. w/ the grips matching via the full S#, which is lightly etched on the interior of the panels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new w/ metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall, exhibiting few minor superficial marks from handling & storage. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. Box shows some exterior wear w/ tearing present at the end flaps, but otherwise remains serviceable. (24-1957/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4422. NEAR NEW THIRD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY SHERIFF’S MODEL REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 45 LC. S# SA41013. Bbl. 3”. Third Generation Single Action Army Sheriff’s Model revolver mfg. by Colt circa. 1980. The left side of the bbl. is marked “COLT SHERIFF’S MODEL” w/ Colt’s 2-line address marked across the top & “COLT SAA .44-.40” marked on the right. Left side of frame is marked w/ Colt’s 2-line patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Side of cyl. is marked “44-40”. Frame exhibits a vibrant case color hardened finish, with remaining metal components including the trigger guard, back strap, cyl., and bbl. exhibiting a blue finish. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt checkered black plastic grips. Standard blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. All numbers are matching and include the frame, trigger guard, rear grip strap, and cyl., with the grips matching via the full S#, which is inscribed on the interior of the panels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new w/ metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes save for light handling marks on the left side of the frame on the recoil shield. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp, well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. Box shows some exterior wear plus some tearing at the end flaps but otherwise remains serviceable. An extremely fine Third Generation Colt Single Action Army Sheriff’s Model revolver. (24-1956/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4423. HIGH CONDITION THIRD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION BUNTLINE SPECIAL REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 45 LC. S# SA47023. Bbl. 12”. Third Generation Single Action Army Buntline Special revolver mfg. by Colt circa. 1981. The left side of the bbl. is marked “COLT BUNTLINE SPECIAL .45” w/ Colt’s single line address marked across the top. Left side of frame is marked w/ Colt’s patent information followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Frame exhibits a vibrant case color hardened finish w/ remaining components including the trigger guard, back strap, cyl., bbl., & ejector rod housing exhibiting a blue finish. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece Colt checkered black plastic grips. Standard blade front sight & frame notched rear sight. All numbers are matching & include the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cyl., as well as the grips, which are inscribed w/ the full S# on the interior of the panels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: excellent w/ metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finishes plus a couple sm. losses around the rear frame screw, as well as a few light superficial handling marks on the left side of the frame. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp & well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. Box shows some exterior wear plus a tear on the lid from handling & storage, but otherwise remains sturdy & serviceable. (24-1953/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4424. EXCEPTIONALLY FINE THIRD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Spl. S# SA48400. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Third Generation Single Action Army revolver mfg. by Colt circa. 1981. The left side of the bbl. is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL” having Colt’s single line address marked across the top. Left side of frame is marked w/ Colt’s patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Frame exhibits a vibrant case color hardened finish plus remaining metal components including the trigger guard, rear grip strap, cyl., bbl. & ejector rod housing exhibiting a blue finish. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece Colt checkered black plastic grips. Standard blade front sight & frame notched rear sight. All numbers are matching including the frame, grip straps, and cyl. w/ the grips matching via the full S#, which is inscribed on the interior of the panels. CONDITION: near new w/ metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes, save for a few minute superficial handling marks. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp & well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. An extremely fine Third Generation Colt Single Action Army revolver which one would find difficult to upgrade. (24-1958/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4425. EXCEPTIONAL THIRD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY

SA53157. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Third Generation Single Action Army revolver mfg. by Colt circa. 1981. The left side of the bbl. is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45”, with Colt’s single line address marked across the top. Left side of frame is marked w/ Colt’s 2-line patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Metal components exhibit a lustrous nickel plated finish overall. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece smooth wood grips. Standard blade front sight & frame notched rear sight. All numbers are matching including the frame, trigger guard, rear grip strap, and cyl. with the grips matching via the full S# in pencil on the interior of the panels.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: exceptional having metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp & well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. Box shows some exterior wear plus a couple of tears from handling & storage but otherwise remains sturdy & serviceable. An exceptional example of a nickel plated Third Generation Colt Single Action Army revolver which one would find extremely difficult to upgrade. (24-1955/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

BOX. Cal. 45 LC. S#

4426. COLT BUNTLINE

SPECIAL 3RD GEN SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# SA58929. Bbl. 12”. Six shot fluted cyl. blue & case colored finish. 2 Piece checkered plastic eagle grips. Mfg. 1983. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: foam lined cardboard box. Matching label is torn in two. CONDITION: near new retaining over 99% finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The

Thomas. (23-4184/DS). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

4427. COLT RUSSELL, MAJORS, & WADDELL PONY EXPRESS PRESENTATION MODEL PEACEMAKER SAA REVOLVERS Both: cals. 45 colt. S#: PE301-E & PE301-W. William Hepburn Russell, Alexander Majors, & William Bradford Waddell formed the Central Overland California and Pikes Peak Express Company. The company became a prominent freight, mail, & passenger transport company in the mid-19th century and is most famous for establishing the Pony Express. Bbls. 7 1/2” w/ presentation markings. Full nickel finishes. Two-piece walnut grips with rampant colt medallions. Each revolver is supplied with three cylinders. No. 1 is the standard fluted configuration. No. 2 is round-engraved with a Pony Express trail map. No. 3 round with Pony Express markings has a horse & rider motif with a portrait of the three founders. Third-generation revolvers. In 1966, a limited number of 1004 revolvers were manufactured. The cased revolvers were sold as singles, pairs, or 4-gun sets. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original glass-fronted display case with a red cloth-fitted interior displaying the revolvers and extra cylinders. Case exterior shows scattered scratches. CONDITION: Gun 1 (S# PE301-E) and all cylinders appear unused, retaining virtually all of their nickel finish. Left grip panel is missing a large chip at the toe. Bright, near-excellent bore. Gun 2 (S# PE301-W) and all cylinders appear unused, retaining virtually all of their nickel finish. Left grip panel has a small dent and chip at the butt. Bright, near-excellent bore. (23-6067, 23-6068/DS). BOTH MODERN. $3,500-5,000.

4428. COLT SAA 1971 NRA CENTENNIAL REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# NRA2018. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade sight plus fame notched rear. Mfg. 1971 celebrating 100 years of the NRA; left side of barrel marked “1871 NRA Centennial 1971”. Case colored cylinder frame with balance blued. Nicely grained hardwood 2 piece grips with NRA Centennial medallions in lieu of Colt medallions. Total of 5,000 made from serial number 1 to 7,000. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: walnut presentation case with Colt medallion on top right front of lid and square “window” in center of lid having “FIRST 100 YEARS” NRA medallion. Interior is French fitted in gold velvet. Brass hardware with hinges having some replacement screws plus no key for lock; overall near excellent appearance. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore and grips. Extremely faint hint of cylinder turn line and possibly not unfired; near excellent bore and grips. (24-2146/NW). CURIO. $1,750-2,250.

Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R.

4429. VERY RARE COLT 3” COMBAT PYTHON REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# T74591. Bbl. 3” VR with red insert ramped front sight blade; left side has “COMBAT PYTHON”. Mfg. 1988 as one of 510 (per Lew Horton info) for Lew Horton Distributors plus approximately 300 units produced for international sales. All correct features except that service stocks have been replaced with factory Colt Python target grips having gold Colt medallions. All blued except for sides of hammer. Accro rear sight with white outline blade plus serrated faced trigger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: very good original maroon colored box with styrofoam inserts, paperwork plus 2023 factory letter affirming 1 of 43 firearms shipped to Lew Horton’s of Southboro, MA on March 10, 1988. CONDITION: generally near excellent having factory quality restored blue of frame; barrel does not appear refinished. Interior of frame has unfired appearance. Cylinder has very faint turn line plus 2 small spots of finish loss on cylinder surface adjacent to rear of flutes plus a couple of extremely faint spots of thinning at outer edges of flutes at front. Near excellent bore and grips. (24-1520/NW). MODERN. $8,000-12,000.

4430. COLT PYTHON 3RD YEAR PRODUCTION DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 4873. Mfg. 1957, 3rd year of production. Bbl. 6” w/ rib & full length ejector shroud.

Serrated ramp front sight w/ added orange paint & square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish. Desirable early production fully checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt medallions.

UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: stored in a later blue molded box & gun sock.

CONDITION: over 90% original blue showing muzzle & edge wear w/ cyl. drag line. Grips have very good checkering showing light wear & small handling marks. Very good bright bore. Smooth action. (23-7610/DS). CURIO. $4,500-5,500.

4431. COLT PYTHON CASED POLISHED NICKELED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# K85194. Bbl. 6” with vent rib and full ejector lug. Serrated ramp front sight with square notch adjustable rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder. Full nickel finish. 2 Piece checkered walnut combat grips with rampant colt gold medallions. Manufactured: 1982. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt marked wood presentation box with blue velour fitted interior. Inside of lid has brass plate with rampant colt motif and Colt Python 357 markings. CONDITION: 98% nickel finish showing small handling marks. Blued sights show edge wear. Grips show finish wear with small dents and chips at butt. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3951/DS). MODERN. $3,000-4,000.

4432. COLT PYTHON ELECTROLESS DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# V78140. Bbl. 4” w/ vent rib & full length ejector shroud. Serrated ramp front sight w/ adj. square notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Electroless nickel finish. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt gold medallions. Mfg. 1979. CONDITION: nickel finish shows small wear marks & cyl. drag line. Grips have a series of small dents at butt. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3935/DS). MODERN. $2,750-3,500.

4433. COLT PYTHON ELITE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# PE01997. Bbl. 6” w/ vent rib & full length ejector shroud. Red ramp front sight w/ white outline adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. 2 Piece laminated wood finger grooved grips w/ rampant colt silver medallions. Mfg. 1998. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains instruction manual. CONDITION: near excellent showing a cyl. drag line. Near excellent bore. Very good grips. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (234265/DS). MODERN. $2,500-3,500.

4434. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX.

Cal. 357 Mag. S# 72288E. Bbl. 6”. Python double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1977. Left side of bbl. is marked “PYTHON 357” above the cal. designation, with Colt’s single line address marked across the right. Left side of frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt gold medallion checkered wood grips. V/R with ramp front sight and adj. square notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: metal components retain the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light wear on the edges of the bbl. towards the muzzle and a dragline on the cyl. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips show some smoothing and a few scattered handling marks. Box shows some exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-1697/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

4435. EXCELLENT COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# T72110. Bbl. 4”. Python double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1987. The left side of the bbl. is marked “PYTHON 357/ * .357 MAGNUM CTG. *”, with Colt’s single line address marked on the right. Left side of frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Frame is mounted with Colt gold medallion checkered wood grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box and a Colt gold medallion checkered black rubber Pachmayr “Gripper” grip. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finish overall. Cyl. bears a light dragline. Mirror bore, exhibiting grease and well defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent overall. Box exhibits moderate exterior wear with some creasing and tearing overall. A very nice 1987 production Colt Python revolver. (24-666/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

4436. COLT PYTHON DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# V55520. Bbl. 4” w/ vent rib & full length ejector shroud. Serrated ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Polished nickel finished. 2 piece checkered walnut combat grips w/ gold rampant colt medallions. Mfg. 1979. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked wood grain box w/ foam interior. Box contains instruction manual, Handling The Handgun & Gun World Magazine advertisement. CONDITION: nickel finish shows a few dull spots & very small handling marks. Very good grips. Very good bright bore. (24-24/DS). MODERN. $2,250-3,000.

4437. COLT PYTHON STYLE C ENGRAVED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# PY270811. Bbl. 4.25” w/ vent rib & full length ejector shroud. Red ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. Recent production custom shop Model D w/ style C+ coverage of armory style cut engraving. Engraving consists of arabesque scrolls on bbl. frame & cyl. Laminated checkered wood grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains operator’s manual, hang-tag, NRA advertisement, Lucas oil advertisement & trigger lock. CONDITION: as new. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (234350/DS). MODERN. $2,000-2,750.

4438. STAINLESS COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# T16486. Bbl. 6”. Python double action revolver mfg. by Colt circa. 1983. Left side of the bbl. is marked “PYTHON .357/ * .357 MAGNUM CTG. *”, with Colt’s single line address marked across the right. Left side of frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and Colt’s “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a stainless steel finish overall. Frame is mounted with a 1-piece checkered black rubber Colt gold medallion Pachmayr Presentation Grip. V/R with serrated ramp front sight and blued adj. square notch rear sight. CONDITION: very good, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original stainless finish, exhibiting scattered superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grip is excellent overall. (24-1889/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

4439. COLT PYHTON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# K42269. Bbl. 6”. Python double action revolver mfg. by Colt circa. 1980-1983. Left side of bbl. is marked “PYTHON 357/ * 357 MAGNUM CTG. *”, having Colt’s single line address marked across the right. Left side of frame is marked w/ the Rampant Colt logo & “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a lustrous blue finish w/ the hammer being polished on either side. Frame is mounted w/ 2-piece Colt gold medallion checkered wood grips. V/R w/ ramp front sight & adj. square notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: very good w/ metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting a few superficial handling marks, a spot of silvering on the left side of the bbl. as well as a light dragline on the cyl. Left side of bbl. exhibits several sm. nicks. Mirror bore exhibits well defined rifling throughout. Grips are very good overall. Box shows moderate exterior wear w/ a couple of tears, but otherwise remains sturdy & serviceable. (241904/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

4440. COLT PYHTON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 10211E. Bbl. 6”. Python double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1975. Left side of bbl. is marked w/ the model & cal. designations having Colt’s single line address marked across the right. Left side of frame is stamped w/ the Rampant Colt logo & “VP” proof. Metal components exhibit a lustrous high polish blue finish w/ the sides of the hammer being polished inthe-white. Frame is mounted w/ Colt gold medallion checkered wood grips. V/R w/ ramp front sight & adj. square notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some wear on the left side of the bbl. that shows through to silvering, as well as a light dragline on the cyl. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are very good, showing few minor superficial handling marks overall. Box exhibits exhibits wear, tearing plus the rear end flap being absent. (241905/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

4441. COLT PYTHON DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# PY246757. Bbl. 6” w/ rib & full ejector lug. Red ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. 2 Piece laminated wood checkered combat grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Recent production. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue box w/ matching label. Box contains operator’s manual, NRA advertisement, Lucas oil advertisement & trigger lock. CONDITION: as new. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-2771/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4442. COLT PYTHON DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357. S# PY252793. Bbl. 4.25” w/ vent rib & full length ejector shroud. Red ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. 2 Piece laminated combat grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Recent production. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains operator’s manual, hang-tag, NRA advertisement & trigger lock. Also includes a set of N.C. Ordnance pearl premium grips. CONDITION: near new retaining virtually all factory finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4418/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4443. COLT PYTHON STAINLESS STEEL DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# PY248017. Bbl. 4.25” w/ vent rib & full length ejector lug. Red ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. Laminated wood checkered grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Recent production, mfg. no. SP4WTS.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains operator’s manual, NRA advertisement, hang-tag & trigger lock. CONDITION: as new retaining virtually all finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4420/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4444. COLT PYTHON STAINLESS STEEL DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# PY234665. Bbl. 6” w/ vent rib & full length ejector lug. Red ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. stainless steel construction. Laminated wood checkered grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Recent production, mfg. no. SP6WTS.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains operator’s manual, NRA advertisement, hang-tag, trigger lock, Lucas gun oil & advertisement. CONDITION: as new retaining virtually all finish. Bright as new bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4424/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4445. COLT PYTHON DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# PY253175. Bbl. 3” vent rib w/ shrouded ejector. Red ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. 2 Piece checkered combat grips w/ rampant cold medallions. Recently mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains operator’s manual, hangtag, NRA advertisement & trigger lock. CONDITION: near new retaining all finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4425/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4446. RARE COLT VIPER DA REVOLVER WITH BOX & FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 98842M. Bbl. 4” w/ shrouded ejector, rib & blade front sight. Six shot long flute cyl. Black finished alloy action. Hammer has polished sides. 2 piece checkered walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 98842M / Caliber: .38 Special / Barrel Length: 4” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Ashland Shooting Supplies / Address: 209 Orange Street, Ashland, Ohio / Date of Shipment: September 28, 1977 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. Original foam lined wood grain box w/ matching numbered gold label. Box contains congratulations letter, Handling the Handgun brochure, repair station brochure & Gun Magazine brochure. Box end flaps are torn & taped. CONDITION: near new w/ near excellent bore. (24-981/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

4447. RARE COLT VIPER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 73520R. Bbl. 4” ribbed w/ shrouded ejector & ramp sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Alloy frame. Full nickel finish. 2 piece checkered grips. Mfg. 1978. CONDITION: 97% nickel finish showing cyl. drag line & spots of blistering on sideplate. Very good grips. Very good bright bore. (24-946/DS). CURIO. $7,000-10,000.

4448. COLT ANACONDA STYLE C ENGRAVED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Magnum. S# AC224469. Bbl. 6” w/ vent rib & full length ejector shroud. Red ramp front sight w/ adj. square notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. Custom shop model MM revolver w/ Armory Style “C” coverage cut engraving. The engraving consists of arabesque scrolls w/ punch dot backgrounds on the frame, bbl. & cyl. Laminated wood checkered grips w/ rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains operator’s manual, hang-tag, NRA advertisement, Lucas oil advertisement & trigger lock. CONDITION: as new. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4332/DS). MODERN. $2,250-3,000.

4449. COLT ANACONDA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Magnum. S# AC204707. Bbl. 6” w/ vent rib & full ejector lug. Red ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six-shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. Colt finger groove rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original blue box containing owner’s manual, promotional materials, hangtag, gun oil, & trigger lock. CONDITION: near new. Near excellent stainless finish. Near-excellent, bright bore. PROVENANCE: the collection of Gun Sport Ltd., owned by Jon R. Thomas. (233920/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,600.

4450. COLT ANACONDA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Magnum. S# AN08714. Bbl. 6” w/ vent rib & full ejector lug. Red ramp front sight w/ white outline adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. Black neoprene combat grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Standard production, mfg. 19901999. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 99% finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4140/DS). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

4451. COLT ANACONDA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Magnum. S# MM70035. Bbl. 8” w/ vent rib & full length ejector lug. Red ramp front sight w/ white outline adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. Black neoprene combat grips w/ rampant Colt medallions. Mfg. 1994. CONDITION: frame & forward parts of bbl. show small spots of dark corrosion. Cyl. has a pronounced drag line. Top of frame has plug screws in 2 holes for sight attachment. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4142/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4452. COLT DIAMONDBACK CUSTOM ENGRAVED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# P18278. Bbl. 4” w/ vent rib & fully shrouded ejector. Serrated ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. 2 piece checkered walnut combat grips. Nearly complete coverage unsigned custom vine type foliate scroll hand engraving. Renickeled finish w/ case colored hammer & trigger. Mfg. 1981. CONDITION: attractive revolver retaining over 98% renickeled finish. Very good refinished grips. Very good bore. (24-947/DS). CURIO. $2,750-3,750.

4453. COLT DIAMONDBACK DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38

Special. S# D69587. Bbl. 4” w/ vent rib & full-length ejector shroud. Serrated ramp front sight w/ square notch adj. rear sight. Six-shot fluted cyl. Blue finish. 2 piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Mfg. 1975. CONDITION: 97% original blue, showing a cyl. drag line. Grips show a few light marks. Bright, near-excellent bore. (23-6030/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,600.

4454. COLT KING COBRA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357

Magnum. S# C9871K. Bbl. 6” w/ solid rib & full ejector lug. Red ramp front sight w/ white outline adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction w/ bright finish. Black neoprene grips w/ rampant colt gold medallions. CONDITION: near excellent retaining 99% finish showing a faint cyl. drag line. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4137/DS). MODERN. $1,5002,000.

4455. COLT KING COBRA DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# KU1868. Bbl. 6” w/ solid rib & fully shrouded ejector. Red ramp front sight w/ light outline square notch adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Stainless steel construction. Hogue combat rubber grips, original Colt neoprene grips are included. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded box w/ matching label. Box contains owner’s manual & original grips. CONDITION: 98% finish showing a heavy cyl. drag line. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4146/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

4456. COLT COBRA FIRST ISSUE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Special. S# 256651LW. Bbl. 3” w/ serrated ramp front sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish w/ black finished alloy frame. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt silver medallions. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% metal finish. Grips retain very good checkering w/ dull original finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3931/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4457. COLT COBRA FIRST ISSUE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# C69245. Bbl. 3” w/ serrated ramp sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blued finish w/ black finished alloy frame. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt silver medallions. CONDITION: all original retaining over 97% finish having small spots of freckling on bbl. & hammer sides. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3934/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4458. COLT COBRA FIRST ISSUE BOXED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 42408LW. Bbl. 2” w/ serrated ramp front sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Lightweight alloy frame w/ black anodized finish. Hammer has polished sides. 2 piece checkered walnut round butt grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. Mfg. 1955. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 piece brown box w/ matching label having proper serial number on bottom. Box contains Handling the Handgun brochure, Shooting Suggestions & Notice to Gunsmiths pamphlet. CONDITION: over 97% metal finish showing slight muzzle & edge wear, faint cyl. drag line & a small scratch on sideplate. Very good grips. Bright near excellent bore. (24-991/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4459. COLT TROOPER EXPERIMENTAL PROTOTYPE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag. S# 47108. Bbl. 4” heavyweight w/ smoothbore having solder attached ramp-mounted blade sight on rib & shrouded ejector. Bbl. has no markings. Rib & sight ramp are in unfinished state w/o serrations. Six shot fluted cyl. Full nickel finish. 2 piece laminated wood grips w/ rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Archive Properties detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 47108 (c.1965) / Caliber: .357 Magnum / Barrel Length: 4”, shrouded heavyweight barrel / Finish: Nickel plated / Type of Stocks: Smooth rosewood service grips with nickel finish rampant colt medallion inlays. / Shipped To: Greg Martin Auctions / Address: 660 Third Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, California / Date of Shipment: October 16, 2008 / Remarks: Subject revolver was an experimental prototype revolver kept by the Colt factory.”. CONDITION: over 98% nickel finish showing numerous light scratches & marks. Grips show small handling marks. Very good smooth bore. (24-1248/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4460. COLT BANKER’S SPECIAL DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 369008. Bbl. 2” w/ semi-circular sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish w/ matted top strap. Hammer has polished sides. 2 piece checkered walnut round butt grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. Mfg. 1934. CONDITION: over 97% original blue showing cyl. drag line. Grips show light wear. Very good bore. (24-986/ DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4461. COLT BANKER’S SPECIAL DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 378004. Bbl. 2” w/ semi-circular front sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish w/ matted top strap. Hammer has polished sides. 2 piece checkered hard rubber walnut grips w/ silver colt medallions. Mfg. 1937. CONDITION: over 90% original blue showing light muzzle & carry wear. Sides of hammer show dark spots. Grips have moderately worn checkering. Very good bore. (24987/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

4462. COLT COURIER BOXED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 38509LW. Bbl. 3” w/ serrated ramp front sight. Six shot fluted steel cyl. Alloy frame. Blue & black anodized finish. Hammer has polished sides. 2 piece checkered walnut round butt grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. Approx. 3,053 mfg. 1953-56. This revolver was mfg. 1955. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 piece brown box w/ proper label. Bottom of box is marked w/ matching serial number. Box contains Handling the Handgun brochure, Notice to Gunsmiths pamphlet & cleaning brush. CONDITION: near excellent. Over 99% metal finish showing a faint cyl. drag line. Grips show very light wear. Bright near excellent bore. (24-990/ DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4463. COLT POCKET POSITIVE 2ND ISSUE BOXED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Police. S# 150184. Bbl. 2 1/2” w/ semi-circular sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish w/ polished hammer sides. 2 piece checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg. 1931. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 piece box w/ proper label having matching serial number. Box contains Special Instructions & cleaning brush. CONDITION: 97% original blue showing cyl. drag line. Very good grips. Very good bore. (24-994/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4464. COLT POCKET POSITIVE 2ND ISSUE BOXED DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Police. S# 135056. Bbl. 3 1/2” w/ semi-circular front sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish w/ polished hammer sides. 2 piece checkered hard rubber round butt grips. Mfg. 1928. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 piece box w/ proper label & matching serial number. Box contains Special Instructions & cleaning brush. CONDITION: over 95% blue showing slight edge wear, cyl. drag line & a scratch on the sideplate. Very good grips. Very good bright bore. (24995/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

4465. COLT POLICE POSITIVE TARGET FIRST ISSUE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 WRF. S# 301. Bbl. 6”. Blade front sight w/ windage adj. U notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. blue finish. 2 Piece checkered hard rubber grips.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Archive Properties letter stating the following information, “Serial Number: 301 / Caliber: .22 WRF / Barrel Length: 6” / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Von Lengerke & Antoine / Address: Chicago, Illinois / Date of Shipment: May 7, 1910 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 15”. Reproduction box w/ proper style label. Bottom of box has added S#. Reproduction specifications, instructions & shooting manual w/ packing paper & blue cloth sleeve.

CONDITION: 90% Blue showing light carry & edge wear w/ cyl. drag line. Grips show light wear. Bright bore retains very good rifling.

PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3899/ DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

4466. COLT PRE-WAR DETECTIVE SPECIAL BOXED DA REVOLVER.

Cal. 38 Spl. S# 422337. Bbl. 2” w/ semi-circular sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish, hammer has polished sides. 2 piece checkered walnut round butt grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES:

1 piece box w/ matching label having serial number on bottom. Box contains Shooting Suggestions, Special Instructions & cleaning brush. Also includes a letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial number: 422337 / Caliber: .38/c / Barrel Length: 2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Hopkins Sporting Goods Company / Address: Des Moines, Iowa / Date of Shipment: June 29, 1935 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 99% metal finish, showing faint cyl. drag line & muzzle wear. Grips have a few flattened diamonds. Bright near excellent bore. (24-989/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4467. RAILWAY EXPRESS MARKED COLT POLICE POSITIVE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 S&W. S# 333214. Bbl. 4” with blade sight. Six-shot, fluted cyl. The backstrap is stamped “RY. EX. AGY.” 2-Piece checkered hard rubber grips with silver rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: leather flap holster in good condition. The front of the bbl. section is stamped “R. E. A. / EXPRESS”. CONDITION: 70% lightly faded blue. Grips show heavy wear with deep dents at the butt. Good mechanics. Very good, bright bore. (23-5407/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.

4468. RARE COLT NICKEL 5TH ISSUE OFFICER’S MODEL MATCH DA REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 923559. Bbl. 6” tapered heavy. Consignor states this was the only nickeled Officer’s Model Match ever produced. While we have not been able to confirm, we have been unsuccessful in finding another example. Serrated ramp partridge front sight w/ Accro square notch adj. rear sight. Wide spur hammer. Six shot fluted cyl. Scarce full factory nickel finish. 2 piece checkered target grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 923559 / Caliber: .38 Special / Barrel Length: 6” / Finish: Nickel / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Klein Sporting Goods Inc. / Address: 4540 W. Madison Street Chicago, Illinois / Date of Shipment: May 18, 1961 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: near excellent retaining 99% nickel finish. Cyl. shows a drag line. Very good grips. Near excellent bore. (24-951/BH). CURIO. $10,000-15,000.

4469. COLT NEW SERVICE SHOOTING MASTER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 19677. Bbl. 6”. Adj. patridge front sight w/ windage adj. U notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. checkered grip straps, ejector head & hammer spur. Trigger is smooth. Blue finish. Reproduction uncheckered walnut grips w/ rampant colt medallions. Approx. 156 were mfg. in 45 Colt. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Archive Properties letter detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 19677 / Caliber: .44/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2 / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Holley Mason Hardware Company / Address: Spokane, Washington / Date of Shipment: January 21, 1908 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. Reproduction Shooting Master marked box w/ grease pencil S# added on bottom. Box contains reproduction instructions, shooting suggestions & wrapping paper. CONDITION: 97% Original blue showing faint edge wear & cyl. drag line. Reproduction grips have very good finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3897/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

4470. SCARCE COLT SHOOTING MASTER DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 305650. Bbl. 6” (probable replacement). Target model revolver based on Colts large new service action with flat top frame. Elevation adjustable Patridge front sight with windage adjustable rear sight. Six shot fluted swing out cylinder. Checkered front and rear grip straps. Blue finish with polished hammer sides. 2 piece custom checkered walnut grips with pencil marked owners name inside. 1920 mfg. Serial number is not in the proper range for a Shooting Master. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Colt’s Manufacturing Company, Inc detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 305650 / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: H & D Folsom Arms Company / Address: New York, New York / Date of Shipment: December 31, 1919 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. CONDITION: 80% original blue showing carry and edge wear. Grips show light wear. Sound action. Bore is generally bright with lightly worn rifling. (22-3183/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.

4471. COLT NEW SERVICE TARGET DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 327921. Bbl. 7 1/2” w/ adj. pinned blade front sight & adj. U notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Checkered grip straps & trigger. Blue finish. 2 piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from the Office of the Colt Historian detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 327921 / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: A. F. Stoeger Arms Company / Address: New York, New York / Date of Shipment: June 1, 1928 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. Also includes one Colt screwdriver. CONDITION: over 97% original blue showing light edge wear w/ small scratches. Grips show moderate wear. Near excellent bore. (24979/DS). CURIO. $3,250-4,500.

4472. COLT NEW SERVICE TARGET DA REVOLVER.

Bbl. 7 1/2”. Pinned blade front sight w/ U notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. flat top frame w/ checkered grip straps. Checkered trigger. Blue finish. 2 Piece checkered walnut square butt grips. Approx. 3,400 mfg. 1900-40. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Archive Properties letter stating the following information, “Serial Number: 17337 / Caliber: .455/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2 / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Special Features: Furnished with regular & black sights. / Shipped To: Colt’s Patent FireArms Mfg. Company London Office / Address: London, England / Date of Shipment: May 9, 1907 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 20”. CONDITION: 90% Blue showing edge & carry wear w/ light marks & cyl. drag line. Grips show light wear. Bore retains lightly worn rifling showing scattered spots of pitting. Cyl. exhibits a small amount of side play. Bbl. markings have added gold filling. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas.

$2,000-2,900.

4473. COLT NEW SERVICE

TARGET DA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 305698. Bbl. 7 1/2” round. Elevation adj. bead sight w/ windage adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish. Checkered grip straps & trigger. 2 piece checkered walnut grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: reproduction 1 piece box w/ proper label having serial number on bottom. Also includes a letter from Colt Archive Properties detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 305698 / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Sold To: Oyens Lumber Company / Address: Oyens, Iowa / Shipped To: Knapp & Spencer Company / Address: Sioux City, Iowa / Date of Shipment: December 19, 1919 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 6”. CONDITION: over 90% blue showing edge wear w/ cyl. drag line. Grips have age darkened lightly worn appearance. Near excellent bore. (24-1530/DS). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

4474. COLT-KING SUPER TARGET OFFICER’S MODEL SA ONLY REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 752270. Bbl. 6” tapered round w/ King Super Target, Dead Black vent rib. Adj. patridge front sight w/ reflector & square notch micrometer adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish. Conversion to SA operation only w/ King’s Cockeyed hammer. 2 piece checkered walnut grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. Colt King Super Target revolvers are sought after for their accuracy. They feature hand honed actions, adj. trigger pulls & balanced main springs. Serial number indicates 1949 mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 piece box w/ proper label. Box contains King Super Target brochure, Colt instructions, shooting suggestions, cleaning rod & screwdriver. Also includes a set of custom checkered finger groove target grips. CONDITION: 90% lightly worn blue showing light edge wear & a cyl. drag line. Bbl. & rib markings have white highlighter. Grips show light wear. Bore retains very good rifling. (24-982/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

(23-3908/DS). CURIO.

4475. COLT OFFICERS MODEL MATCH

FIFTH ISSUE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Magnum, rare, only 850 produced. S# 79931. Bbl. 6” tapered heavyweight. Serrated ramp Patridge front sight w/ Accro adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Hammer has wide checkered spur. Grooved trigger. 2 Piece checkered target grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Archive Properties letter listing the following information, “Serial Number: 79931 / Caliber: .22 Magnum / Barrel Length: 6” / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Knud T. Hansen / Address: 8-C Pacific Drive Winfield Park Linden, New Jersey / Date of Shipment: December 16, 1961 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. 2 Piece wood grain box w/ proper label & matching S# on bottom. Box contains “Handling the Handgun” brochure, test target, cleaning brush, circular screw driver & packing paper. CONDITION: near new retaining virtually all wood & metal finish. Bright excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3912/DS). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

4476. COLT OFFICERS MODEL TARGET 3RD ISSUE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 5045. Bbl. 6” w/ elevation adj. front sight & windage adj. rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt medallions. The 22 LR chambering was added in 1930. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Archive Properties letter detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 5045 / Caliber: .22/c / Barrel Length: 6” / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: Shapleigh Hardware Company / Address: St. Louis, Missouri / Date of Shipment: June 9, 1930 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 15”. CONDITION: over 95% original blue showing light carry wear & handling marks w/ a faint cyl. drag line. Grips show light wear. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (233907/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

4477. COLT OFFICERS MODEL TARGET 3RD ISSUE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# 27191. Bbl. 6”. Elevation adj. Patridge front sight w/ windage adj. square notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Checkered backstrap, trigger & hammer spur. Blue finish. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt silver medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 Piece box w/ proper label & S# on bottom. Box contains test target, shooting suggestion brochure & Pachmayr grip extension. Box is tattered w/ torn flaps. CONDITION: over 97% blue showing light muzzle & edge wear w/ cyl. drag line. Very good grips. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (233915/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,600.

4478. COLT OFFICERS MODEL TARGET 3RD ISSUE DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Colt. S# 641140. Bbl. 6” tapered heavyweight. Elevation adj. front sight w/ windage adj. square notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Checkered rear grip strap. Checkered trigger. Blue finish. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ checkered walnut colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt Archive Properties letter detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 641140 / Caliber: .32/c / Barrel Length: 6” / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Shipped

To: State of Massachusetts / Date of Shipment: January 18, 1941 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 400”. Original style box w/ changed cal. marking. Box sides & ends are taped. Includes test target, shooting suggestions, cleaning brush in original wrapper & packing paper. CONDITION: 98% Blue showing slight edge wear & cyl. drag line. Very good grips. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3906/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

4479. COLT OFFICERS MODEL TARGET 3RD ISSUE

HEAVY BBL. DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Colt. S# 643293. Bbl. 6” Heavy. Elevation adj. front sight w/ windage adj. square notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. Blue finish. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Archive Properties letter stating the following information, “Serial Number: 643293 / Caliber: .32/c / Barrel Length: 6” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: State of Massachusetts / Date of Shipment: January 18, 1941. / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 400”. Proper style box w/ correct label containing shooting suggestions, brochure & cleaning brush in original paper sleeve. Bottom of box is renumbered to match the gun. End flaps are torn & taped. CONDITION: over 98% blue showing slight muzzle wear. Very good grips. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3894/DS). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

4480. COLT OFFICERS MODEL TARGET 3RD ISSUE

DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Colt. S# 643368. Bbl. 6” round heavyweight. Elevation adj. patridge front sight w/ windage adj. square notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cyl. checkered backstrap, trigger & hammer spur. Blue finish. Two piece checkered walnut grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a Colt Archive Properties letter detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 643368 / Caliber: .32/c / Barrel Length: 6” / Finish: Blue / Type of stocks: Not Listed / Shipped To: State of Massachusetts / Date of Shipment: January 18, 1941 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 400”. One piece box w/ proper label & S# on bottom. Box contains test target, shooting suggestion brochure, cleaning brush in paper sleeve & screwdriver in envelope. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% finish showing faint edge wear & cyl. drag line. Very good grips. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: from The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3902/DS). CURIO. $1,400-1,900.

4481. COLT CAMP PERRY SA SINGLE SHOT

TARGET PISTOL. Cal. 22 LR. S# 787. Bbl. 8 1/4” rnd. Elevation adj. front sight w/ windage adj. square notch rear sight. Left side of chamber block is marked “CAMP PERRY MODEL”. 2 Piece checkered walnut grips w/ silver rampant colt medallions. Unique single shot pistol built on a revolver frame. Total production of 2,525 mfg. 1926-41. CONDITION: metal retains 95% reblued finish showing scattered spots of corrosion & handling marks. Grips show moderate wear w/ chips, dents & handling marks. Functioning action. Bore is bright retaining lightly worn rifling. (23-5568/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

4482. COLT NEW FRONTIER SA REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S# L13573. Bbl. 6”. Serrated ramp front sight & square notch adj. rear sight. Six-shot fluted cyl. Blue finish with a casecolored frame. Two-piece checkered plastic eagle grips. Mfg. 1974. CONDITION: near new, retaining virtually all finish. Near-excellent bore. (23-6728/DS). CURIO. $500-700.

4483. COLT HOUSE MODEL SA REVOLVER. Cal. 41 RF. S# 9583. Bbl. 2 1/2”, round with Hartford address. 5-Shot round cyl. Brass frame with spur trigger. The original finish was full nickel. 2 piece walnut bird’s head grips. Total of 9,952 mfg. 1871-76. CONDITION: bbl. retains 60% nickel. Cyl. has largely faded to brown. The brass frame retains spots of nickel finish in protected areas with balance, having acquired a mild mustard patina. Grips show wear with scattered scratches and marks. Action is bound up and will not cock. Pitted bore. (01-24400/ DS). ANTIQUE. $400-600.

4484. COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL SA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 CF. S# 11891. Bbl. 2 1/4” w/ German silver semi-circular front sight. Five shot long flute cyl. Spur trigger. Etched panel cal. marking. Blue & case colored finish. 2 piece rosewood bird’s head grips. Total of approx. 22,000 mfg. 1873-84. CONDITION: very fine. Frame retains over 90% case colors. Cyl. retains over 80% blue showing spots of freckling. Bbl. blue is fading to brown. Original grip finish shows scattered scratches & marks. Tight action. Bore retains sharp rifling showing small spots of very light pitting. (01-21876/DS). ANTIQUE. $500-1,000.

4485. COLT 3RD MODEL DERINGER. Cal. 41 RF. S# 18093 (located under left grip). Bbl. 2 1/2” w/ semi-circular German silver front sight. Brass action has spur trigger & standard model sloping hammer. 2 piece bird’s head walnut grips. CONDITION: bbl. finish has faded to gray w/ scattered pitting. Brass action shows a mild mustard patina. Grips have age darkened worn appearance w/ scratches & marks. Pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (24-851/DS). CURIO. $400-600.

4486. FREEDOM ARMS 83 PREMIER GRADE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 500 Wyoming Express. S# I1002. Bbl. 7 1/2” ported. Ramped gold bead front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Stainless finish. Black micarta grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered factory box w/ foam inserts. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore. Action is functional when hand cycled. (24-1869/MJC). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

4487. FREEDOM ARMS 83 PREMIER GRADE

SA REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Mag/38 Spl. S# H0599. Bbl. 9”. Globe blade front sight. Iron Sight Gun Works adjustable rear sight. Stainless finish. Laminated wood grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered factory box w/ foam inserts, matching numbered spare cyl. & paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects rate very good plus or better w/ some light handling marks on grips & metal. Action is functional when hand cycled. Bright near excellent bore. (24-1870/MJC). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4488. FREEDOM ARMS MODEL 83 FIELD GRADE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 454 Casull. S# DF3372. Bbl. 7 1/2”, round with ramp-mounted replacement blade front sight. Leopold M8-4X ER stainless scope on Buehler mounts. Fiveshot round cyl. Stainless steel construction. Two-piece rosewood grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original-style foam-lined blue box. Label has corrected S#. CONDITION: 98% stainless finish, showing small scuffs and a cyl. drag line. Very good grips. Near-excellent bore. Scope has clear optics. (23-6207/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

4490. FREEDOM ARMS 87 PREMIER GRADE REVOLVER. Cal. 475 Linebaugh/480 Ruger. S# 475 Linebaugh/480 Ruger. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Fiber optic front sight. Adjustable square notch rear sight. Stainless finish. White colored laminate grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered factory box w/ foam inserts, spare 480 Ruger cyl., warranty card & manual. CONDITION: all aspects rate very good plus or better w/ some light scratches & handling marks. Excellent mechanics when hand cycled. (24-1866/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4491. FREEDOM ARMS 97 PREMIER GRADE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt/45 ACP. S# P002. Bbl. 7 1/8”. Adjustable square notch rear sight. Stainless finish w/ scroll vine & leaf engraving. Black micarta grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered factory box w/ foam inserts, spare 45 ACP matching numbered engraved cyl. & factory paperwork. CONDITION: metal shows a couple light scratches & minor handling marks. Action is functional when hand cycled. Other aspects near excellent. (24-1867/MJC). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

4492. ENGRAVED FREEDOM ARMS 97 PREMIER GRADE SAREVOLVER. Cal. 224-32 FA. S# V002. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Ramped blade front sight. Adjustable square notch rear sight. Stainless finish w/ scroll leaf & vine engraving. Black micarta grips w/ floral carving. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered factory box w/ foam inserts. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. Excellent mechanics when hand cycled. (24-1871/MJC). MODERN. $1,5002,250.

4489. FREEDOM ARMS MODEL 83 PREMIER GRADE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 475 Linebaugh. S# K0429. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Rampmounted replaceable bead blade front sight with iron base V-notch adj. rear sight. Five-shot round cyl. Stainless steel construction. Two-piece black synthetic grips. Introduced in 1983. CONDITION: near-excellent stainless finish showing a faint cyl. drag line. Very good grips. Bright, near-excellent bore. (23-6236/DS). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

4493. JOHN MORGAN ENGRAVED FREEDOM ARMS

97 PREMIER GRADE SA REVOLVER. Cal. 17 HMR. S# U002. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Ramped serrated blade front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Stainless finish w/ vine & leave engraving done by John Morgan of Arco, Idaho. Black micarta grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered display case w/ 25th Anniversary Freedom Arms Model 83 silver coin. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. (24-1872/MJC). MODERN. $1,500-2,250.

S#’s SA26227 & SA26228. Bbls. 4 3/4”. Round blade front sights. Fixed rear sights. Case colored frames, hammers & loading gates. Blued bbls. & cyls. Faux ivory grips w/ rampant Colt & US eagle. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 12 45 Colt snap caps & two sets of smooth hardwood grips. CONDITION: all aspects of both revolvers rate very good plus or better w/ some light handling & operational

front sight. Fixed rear sight. Nickel-plated finish w/ fire-blued small parts. Faux ivory grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching-numbered factory box w/ manual, gun belt, holster, push-dagger knife, & sheath. CONDITION: all aspects are near excellent. PROVENANCE: the collection of Gun Sport Ltd., owned by Jon R. Thomas. (234307/MJC). MODERN. $1,2501,750.

Pair of Armi San Marcos SAA style revolvers. Both Cal. 45 Colt.

4496. ONE OF A KIND ROY ROGERS 10 GUN COMMEMORATIVE SET. This unique grouping includes limited editions by Mossberg & Winchester as well as prototype Ruger SA revolver editions sponsored by Limited Editions Sales of Erie, PA. Ron Mahovsky was a custom gunsmith for Metalife Industries and a member of the Outstanding American Handgunner Awards Foundation, Inc. During the 11th annual meeting in 1983, this organization recognized the top 10 candidates in the USA for their handgunning achievements. Roy Rogers was one of the top 10 candidates. Ron was selected by the foundation to build a customized handgun to be presented to Roy. Later, Ron traveled to the Roy Rogers Museum in Victorville, CA, to make the presentation. There, he collaborated with Roy to design a customized limited-edition series of Roy Rogers handguns using Ruger revolvers. The Mossberg Company was already producing a Roy Rogers lever-action rifle. The series was to be limited to 5000 out of four models. Later, additional models, limited to 75 each, were added. Only a few hundred of the first four additions were sold; the 75-gun series was sold out. All sales were through the Roy Rogers Museum in Victorville, CA, managed by his son, Dusty Rogers. Each handgun was accompanied by a letter of authenticity and a 45 RPM record. This group contains prototypes of the Roy Rogers Ruger limited edition revolvers. 1) Mossberg Roy Roger’s & Trigger Limited Edition Model 479RR Lever Action Rifle. Cal. 30-30. S# RR-1920. Bbl. 18” round of carbine style. Blue finish with a gold-plated “Roy Roger’s & Trigger” signature on the right side. Left side has an American eagle with the “THE RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS” banner. Right side of the bbl. is engraved “1 of 1,000”. Gold-finished trigger, forearm band, and mag. band. Nearly full-length tubular mag. Rampmounted bead front sight with elevator adj. rear sight. Walnut carbine forearm and straight grip stock with original buttplate. CONDITION: appears unfired, retaining virtually all original blue. Stock finish shows a few small finish chips and handling marks. Near-excellent bore. (23-6290/ DS). 2) Winchester 94 Trapper Lever Action Carbine. Cal. 30-30. S# 3256987. Bbl. 16 1/2”. Gold-finished receiver. Left side has Roy Roger’s portrait, the “RR” brand, and the inscription “A GREAT AMERICAN HERO”. Right side has the Roy Rogers “RR” brand and Roy Rogers on a rearing Trigger motif. Satin-finished bbl., mag. tube, breech block, hammer, trigger, and lever. Blade front sight with sporting rear sight. Gold-finished forearm and mag. bands. Synthetic ivory carbine forearm and straight grip stock with original buttplate. Left side of the forearm has Roy Rogers’ signature. Left side of the stock has Roy Rogers on a rearing trigger motif with the inscription “KING OF THE COWBOYS”. CONDITION: appears unfired, retaining virtually all the finish. Bright, near-excellent bore. (23-6291/DS). 3) Ruger New Model Blackhawk. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# 32-58483. Bbl. 6 1/2” with blade front sight and adj. rear sight. Bright stainless steel bbl., frame, and six-shot cyl. with a gold-finished hammer, lever, trigger, and loading gate. Right side of the bbl. has Roy Rogers’ signature. Ejector housing is engraved “1 of 5000 Prototype”. Right side of the frame has a rearing horse. Cyl. has a gold-filled “RR” brand. Two-piece walnut grips with Roy Rogers & Trigger motifs on both panels. CONDITION: over 98%

finish showing a cyl. drag line. Bright, nearexcellent bore. (23-6292/DS). 4) Ruger New Model Blackhawk Convertible. Cal. 38-40 & 10mm. S# 611-00694. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade front sight and adj. rear sight. Stainless steel construction with a gold anodized grip strap, hammer, trigger, screw, & pins. Right side of the bbl. has a gold Roy Rogers signature. Ejector housing is marked “1 of 75 Prototype”. Top of the frame has a gold-filled “Happy Trails” inscription. Right side of the frame has a goldfilled “RR” Roy Rogers brand. Two-piece synthetic ivory grips with Roy & Trigger motifs. CONDITION: near excellent; appears unfired with a very light cyl. drag line. 10mm cyl. is not present. (23-6293/DS). 5) Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk. Cal. 44 Magnum. S# 85-12579.

Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade front sight and adj. rear sight. Stainless steel construction with a gold-finished trigger, hammer, screws, & pins. The round, unfluted cyl. has a gold-filled Roy Rogers portrait. Right side of the bbl. has a gold-filled Roy Rogers signature. Ejector housing is marked “1 of 5000 Prototype”. Right side of the frame has a gold-filled “RR” Roy Rogers brand. 2 piece synthetic ivory grips with a horse motif. CONDITION: as new, appears unfired. (23-6294/DS). 6) Ruger New Model Single Six Convertible. Cal. 22 LR & 22 Magnum. S# 260-55988. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade front & adj. rear sights. Stainless steel construction with a gold-finished hammer, trigger, screws, & pins. Right side of the bbl. has a gold Roy Rogers signature. Ejector housing is marked “1 of 5000 Prototypes”. Full round magnum cyl. has gold-filled Roy & Trigger motifs. 22 LR is fluted. Two-piece walnut grips; both panels have Roy & Trigger motifs with “RR” brands. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: wood presentation case of fancy walnut with a blue cloth-fitted interior. Case lid has Roy & Trigger laser engraving with the inscription “KING OF THE COWBOYS”. Case interior has a brass plate with Roy’s portrait and signature marked “Limited Edition / 5000 / No. 1 of 5000 / Prototype”. Case contains a spare cyl. (23-6295/DS). 7) Ruger Bearcat. Cal. 22 LR. S# 91-56197. Bbl. 4” with blade sight. Gold-finished frame & trigger guard. Satin-finished bbl., ejector housing, cyl., hammer, trigger, pins, & screws. Right side of the bbl. has Roy Rogers signature. The ejector housing is marked “1 of 75 Prototype”. Full, round cyl. has Roy & Trigger motifs. two-piece stag grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: walnut presentation case with black clothfitted interior. Lid of the case has a laser-carved Roy & Trigger motif with the inscription “KING OF THE COWBOYS”. Interior has a brass plate with Roy’s portrait & signature, marked “LIMITED EDITION / 75 / No. 1 of 75 / Prototype”. Case contains a gold & silverfinished Roy Rogers “KING OF THE COWBOYS” belt buckle. CONDITION: near new; appears unfired with a slight cyl. drag line. (236296/DS). 8) Ruger New Model Blackhawk. Cal. 45 colt. S# 47-30021. Bbl. 4 3/4” with blade front & adj. rear sight. Bright stainless steel frame, bbl., and fluted cyl. with satin-finished grip straps. Gold-finished hammer, trigger, pins, & screws. Right side of the bbl. has a gold-filled Roy Rogers signature. Ejector housing is engraved “1 of 5000 Prototype”. Top of the frame has a gold-filled “RR” brand. Right side of the frame has a Roy & Trigger motif. Two-piece green laminated grips with white-filled Roy & Trigger motifs. CONDITION: as new, retaining virtually all finish. (23-6297/DS). 9) Ruger New Model Blackhawk Convertible. Cal. 38-40 & 10mm. S# 611-01058. Bbl. 4 3/4”. Satin stainless-finished bbl. frame & fluted cyl. Red ramp front sight with adj. rear sight. Right side of the bbl. has a gold-filled Roy Rogers signature. Ejector housing is marked “1 of 75 Prototype”. Top of the frame has a gold-filled “Happy Trails” inscription. Right side of the frame has a gold “RR” brand. two-piece pearl grips with Roy & Trigger motifs. CONDITION: as new, retaining virtually all finish. 10mm cyl. is not present. (23-6298/DS). 10) Ruger New Model Single Six. Cal. 22 Magnum. S# 260-60727. Bbl. 5 1/2” with blade front & adj. rear sights. Bright stainless finish with gold-finished hammer, trigger, pins, & screws. Right side of the bbl. has a gold-filled Roy Rogers signature. Ejector housing is marked “1 of 5000”. Full round cyl. has gold-filled Roy & Trigger motifs. Two-piece hardwood grips with Roy & Trigger motifs and RR brands. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: walnut presentation case with blue cloth fitted interior. Lid of the case has a laser-carved Roy & Trigger motif with the inscription “KING OF THE COWBOYS”. Inside the case is a brass plate with Roy’s portrait & signature, “LIMITED EDITION / 5000 / 1 of 5000”. CONDITION: as new, retaining virtually all finish. (23-6299/DS). ADDITIONAL UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: custom walnut binder with Roy & Trigger laser-carved motif & inscription “KING OF THE COWBOYS”. This binder contains a program from the 11th annual, May 7th, 1943, Outstanding American Handgunner Awards held in Phoenix, Arizona. A copy of the September 1984 “Guns Magazine” with an article on the Roy Rogers limited edition Ruger Single Six. February 17th, 1984, “Gun Week” with an article on the Roy Rogers limited edition. Numerous photographs of Roy Rogers with a certificate from the Outstanding American Handgunner Awards. Letters of authenticity for the limited edition Ruger handguns. 3 copies of the “King of the Cowboys 45 RPM Record”. Photos of Roy Rogers, Chief AJ, and other celebrities were taken at the “Great Cowboy & Indian Gun Trade at the Shotgun News Trade Show” on March 21–23, 1986. Photos show Roy & Chief AJ exchanging revolvers after Roy is wrapped in a sacred Indian blanket. A certificate from the Pawnee of Oklahoma dated March 16, 1986 proclaims Roy Rogers to be an “Honorary Pawnee Warrior”. 30x16 walnut presentation case with glass lid. The blue-fitted cloth interior holds all four of the “1 of 5000 Prototype” Ruger revolvers. 14 1/2” x 6 1/2” x 9” custom wood case with plexiglass sides has a fixture to display No. 1 of the limited edition “1 of 75” Ruger revolvers. Framed artist-proofed collage of 9 photos of Roy Rogers with Dale Evans, his horse Trigger, his dog Bullet the Wonder Dog, and his movie sidekick George “Gabby” Hayes with the inscription “Happy Trails” and signed “Roy Rogers & Trigger”. Collage is in a decorative walnut frame. Frame size is 34 1/2” x 28 1/2”. Image size is 29” x 23”. Framed print, no. 6 of 60, titled “Coming Along” by Kassidy L. Newkirk, depicts a mounted cowboy. Frame size: 22” x 20”. Image size: 18 5/8” x 16 5/8”. Five boxes, each containing 24 copies of 45 RPM Roy Roger’s record, titled “King of the Cowboys”. VHS video cassette of the March 1986 Great Cowboy & Indian Gun Trade with Roy Rogers & Chief AJ. Molded red boxes for a Ruger Super Blackhawk 44 Magnum and a Ruger Blackhawk 357 Magnum. Boxes contain paperwork & trigger locks. Includes a cardboard shipping carton for boxes & display cases. ALL MODERNS. $5,000-10,000.

4497. RARE HENRY BIG BOY INDIANAPOLIS 500 CENTENNIAL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45 Colt. S# BB0016748C. Bbl. 20” oct. Gold bead front sight. Sporting rear sight. Gold-finished commemorative to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Numbered 77 out of 100, made by A&A Engraving of Rapid City, SD. Receiver has floral engraving with several scenes of racing, including vintage motorcycling and automobile racing. Right side of the receiver also has a plaque telling the history of the speedway. Both sides of bbl. have “1909 INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY 2009” markings. Top of the bbl. is marked “THE GREATEST RACE COURSE IN THE WORLD”. Tang of the buttplate has Culver Block brick engraving. Plastic band is present on the lever, likely indicating this rifle is unfired. Walnut stock has several carvings of racing, including vintage cars, NASCAR, and open-cockpit race cars. Butt and forend also have carvings of the Indianapolis Speedway logo. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box matching-numbered to the gun; manual; gun sock with A&A Engraving sticker; a certificate of authenticity; a framed photo of the Indy 500 Hall of Fame with every winner from 1911 until 2008; a matching-numbered wooden display case; a factory display stand; and paperwork from A&A Engraving. CONDITION: all aspects are near new in the box. (23-4795/MJC). MODERN. $6,000-9,000.

4498. BEAUTIFUL WILD WEST GUNS CO-PILOT TAKEDOWN RIFLE. Cal. 50 Alaskan. S# 99007661. Bbl. 16.5”. The Wild West Guns Co-Pilot, chambered in several different big bore options has become a legendary bush rifle for dangerous game hunters, backpackers & campers when spending time in the tough Alaskan bush. Starting life as a large loop Marlin Model 1870, it is completely disassembled & converted to a take-down configuration. The barrel is cut, ported & chambered in 50 Alaskan. The sights are upgraded to an elevation adjustable rear peep sight & a high visibility blade w/ a white face. The action is tuned for feeding, extraction & ejection before being reassembled w/ a WWG Bear Proof Ejector & a crisp 3-pound Trigger Happy kit. The beautiful checkered forend & stock are assembled & the stock fit w/ a Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad to tame the additional recoil. It is parkerized for a durable finish & packaged in a lockable aluminum Royal hard case for easy transportation. Sling swivels front & rear. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 23”x7”x8” Royal aluminum case. CONDITION: All aspects indicate very little use, if any. Some light finish thinning on top of receiver indicating prior scope mounting. A few very light impressions in shoulder stock, otherwise retaining its factory luster & sharp checkering. Smooth, crisp trigger. Bore is bright w/ strong rifling. (24-752/JZ). MODERN. $4,000-6,000.

4499. 1 OF 3000 ENGRAVED BROWNING MODEL 1886 HIGH GRADE LEVER ACTION SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 45-70. S# 01225NY6CT. Bbl. 22”. 1 of only 3,000 Model 1886 High Grade lever action saddle ring carbines mfg. in Japan and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company. Left side of the rnd. bbl. is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN JAPAN”, followed by the cal. designation at the breech, with “1 OF 3000” marked over the top of the bbl., and the model and cal. designations marked on the right. Left side of receiver features near full coverage engraving of a scene of 2 gold inlaid deer, with the right featuring ensuite engraving of a scene of 2 gold inlaid bears. Receiver and lever exhibit a polished finish, with the bbl., mag. tube, bolt assembly, saddle ring, and buttplate exhibiting a blue finish. Trigger exhibits a gold plated finish. Nicely figured checkered wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Blade front sight with ladder rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting what appears to be a concentrated area of light to mild pitting towards the muzzle, and retaining well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is very good to excellent, showing a few mild superficial handling marks. Box shows exterior wear, with a few tears and small holes from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-1588/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

4500. BROWNING MODEL 1886 STATE OF MONTANA CENTENNIAL LIMITED EDITION LEVER ACTION RIFLE ENGRAVED BY T. MORI. WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 45-70. S# 00602MT1889. Bbl. 26”. 1 of only 2,000 State of Montana Model 1886 Centennial lever action rifles mfg. in Japan and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company. The left quarter flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN JAPAN”, with the cal. designation marked at the breech. Right quarter flat of bbl. is marked with the model and cal. designations. Left side of receiver is engraved with the outline of the state of Montana, featuring a scene of a gold engraved bison, followed by 2 banners reading “1889” and “1989” in gold letters, as well as The Great Seal of the State of Montana above the engravers signature “T.MORI”. Right side of receiver is engraved with a banner that reads “MONTANA 1889 1989” above a smaller banner reading “ONE OF 2000”, followed by the S#, and a scene of a gold engraved bear. Receiver and lever exhibit a bright polished finish, with the bbl., mag. tube, forend cap, hammer, trigger, and buttplate exhibiting a blue finish. Nicely figured checkered wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Brass beaded blade front sight with square notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finishes, with some small spots and flecks of dark discoloration present on the underside of the receiver. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is very good to excellent, showing a few minor marks and small impressions. Box shows exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-1587/MLW). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

4501. BROWNING MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 03771PT197. Bbl. 26”. Model 1886 lever action rifle mfg. in Japan and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company. Left quarter flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN JAPAN”, with the cal. designation marked at the breech. Right quarter flat is marked with the model and cal. designations. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Plain wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Brass beaded blade front sight with semi-buckhorn square notch rear sight. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting few minute superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting a few spots of what appears to be either hardened grease or light pitting, and retaining well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows a few light superficial marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. (24-1448/MLW). MODERN. $1,500-2,000.

4502. BROWNING MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT BREECHLOADING RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 06615NT247. Bbl. 28”. Model 1885 High Wall single shot breechloading rifle mfg. in Japan and imported/retailed by Browning Arms Company. The left side of the octagonal bbl. is marked with Browning’s importer information above “MADE IN JAPAN”, with the model and cal. designations marked on the right. Right side of receiver is marked with the S#. Metal components exhibit a blue finish. Checkered wood straight grip buttstock and schnabel tip forend. Blade front sight with semi-buckhorn square notch rear sight. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finish, exhibiting few light superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is very good to excellent overall. (24-881/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

4503. WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 25-20. S# 231202. Bbl. 24” octagon. Lyman replacement bead front sight with original sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. 1901 mfg. CONDITION: restored rifle. Bbl. and mag tube have 98% bright reblued finish. Reblued frame shows carry wear on edges and forward portion. Hammer and lever have very good recase colored finish. Stocks have high gloss refinish showing scattered marks. Bore dark with worn rifling. (22-5836/DS). CURIO. $600-900.

4504. WINCHESTER 94 FLAT BAND LEVER ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 1457246. Bbl. 20” w/ hooded ramp bead front sight and sporting rear sight. Full-length mag w/ flat mag. band associated w/ production during WWII. Long wood walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: 90% lightly worn blue shows scattered spots of freckling. Moderately worn wood finish, showing scattered scratches & handling marks. Bright, near-excellent bore. (23-5780/DS). CURIO. $700-1,000.

4505. CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED WINCHESTER 94 TRAPPER LEVER ACTION CARBINES. Both: Cals. 30-30. Bbls. 16”. Full length mags. Actions have saddle rings on left sides. Carbine forearms & straight grip walnut stocks w/ original buttplates. Both mfg. 1981. 1) S# 4938801. Blade front sight w/ elevator adj. sporting rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box. CONDITION: near excellent w/ over 98% wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bore. 2) S# 4938800. Replacement white bead front sight & folding leaf rear sight w/ Lyman 66A receiver sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% finish. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Working Reference Collection of Military Arms Instructor, Master Sergeant Vincent Pestilli. (23-7586, 23-7587/DS). BOTH MODERNS. $1,000-1,500.

4506. WINCHESTER MODEL 94AE TRAPPER LEVER ACTION SADDLE RING CARBINE. Cal. 30-30 Win. S# 5628113. Bbl. 16 1/8”. Model 94AE Trapper lever action carbine mfg. by Winchester. Left side of bbl. is marked with the Winchester trademark logo, followed by the model and cal. designations above Winchester’s mfg. information. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Plain wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Hooded blade front sight with large U-notch rear sight. Left side of receiver is mounted with a saddle ring. Factory lever has been replaced by an enlarged loop lever. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original factory lever. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finish, exhibiting some scattered superficial handling marks and some scattered flecks of light surface oxidation overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting what appears to be grease and well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows some scattered marks and minor impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-1678/MLW). MODERN. $800-1,200.

4507. WINCHESTER 1873 THEODORE ROOSEVELT COMMEMORATIVE LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 00056ZP73G. Limited edition upgraded by AAA Engraving Inc. of Rapid City, SD. Bbl. 24” octagon. Bead front sight with elevator adj. sporting rear sight. Full-length mag. Full gold-anodized finish with gold & silver action scenes. Right side of the receiver shows the Treaty of Portsmouth and the Panama Canal Zone, with a conservation theme on the sideplate, showing Teddy Roosevelt in the Rocky Mountains. Left side features the Capitol Building and Teddy as a police commissioner, with a scene of the charging Rough Riders on the sideplate. Scenes are highlighted by wedges of silver-finished scroll. The right side of the forearm has a laser-carved inscription, “PERSONALLY, I PREFER A WINCHESTER”. Left side of the forearm is laser-engraved with “1858 THEODORE ROOSEVELT 1919”. Pistol grip of the stock has laser-engraved vignettes highlighted by a foliate scroll titled “AUTHOR” & “HUNTER”. Left side of the stock has a circular carving of the Roosevelt family. The gold-finished crescent buttplate has a silver-finished Roosevelt portrait. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing gun cover, Winchester paperwork, and trigger lock. CONDITION: as new, in the box. (23-6453/DS). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4508. WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 HIGH GRADE JOHN WAYNE 100TH ANNIVERSARY LEVER ACTION SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX & ACCESSORIES. Model 1892 High Grade John Wayne 100th Anniversary Limited Edition lever action saddle ring carbine mfg. in Japan by Miroku, imported by BACO Inc., and retailed by Winchester. The top of the rnd. bbl. is marked with John Wayne’s signature, with the model and cal. designations on the left, and Miroku’s mfg. and BACO’s importer information marked on the right. Left side of receiver features scroll engraving, with John Wayne atop a horse, followed by “1907”, “JOHN WAYNE AMERICAN, “2007” within a banner, and a portrait of John Wayne. Right side of receiver features matching scroll engraving and is marked with another portrait of John Wayne, followed by “COURAGE”, “STRENGTH, and “GRIT” within a banner, followed by “JW” between “JOHN WAYNE” and “CENTENNIAL” banners. Sides of the enlarged loop lever feature light scroll engraving. Upper receiver tang is marked with the Winchester trademark logo above “MODEL 1892”. Receiver, lever, and bbl. bands exhibit a polished finish, with the bbl., mag. tube, saddle ring, hammer, trigger, and buttplate exhibiting a blue finish. Smooth wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Right side of buttstock is inlaid with a John Wayne commemorative medallion. Brass blade front sight with ladder rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box with commemorative sleeve, as well as 3 50-rd. boxes of Winchester John Wayne 100 Year anniversary 44-40 200 grain soft point ammunition. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent. Box and sleeve exhibit some mild wear, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. Ammunition boxes exhibit scattered superficial marks from handling and storage, with 1 appearing to have been dropped on its end and showing creasing. (24-1184/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4509. WINCHESTER 1895 GRADE 1 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 270 Win. S# 07NR700869. Bbl. 24” tapered round. Ramp mounted brass bead front sight w/ elevator adj. sporting rear sight & aftermarket Marbles tang sight. Blue finished. Action features a top tang sliding safety. Schnable tipped forearm & straight grip stock w/ crescent steel buttplate & cut checkering. Added swivel bases, front base is band mounted. Mfg. 1997-99. CONDITION: near excellent retaining over 98% metal finish. Very good stock finish shows a couple of small marks. Bright near excellent bore. (24-46/DS). MODERN. $700-1,000.

4510. WINCHESTER MODEL 9410 LEVER ACTION SHOTGUN WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 410, 2 1/2”. S# SG41235. Bbl. 20”. Model 9410 lever action shotgun mfg. by Winchester. Left side of bbl. is marked with the model and cal. designations above Winchester’s mfg. information, with the Winchester trademark logo marked on the right. Metal components exhibit a blue finish, with the aluminum forend cap exhibiting a black enamel finish. Checkered wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Green fiber optic front sight with shallow V-notch rear sight. Invector Improved Cyl. choke. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finish overall. Mirror bore. Wood furniture is excellent. Box shows some exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (241676/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4511. WINCHESTER MODEL 9410 LEVER ACTION SHOTGUN. Cal. 410 ga. 2 1/2”. S# SG03316A. Bbl. 24”, round. Ramp-mounted green fiber optic front sight with sporting rear sight. Full-length mag. Action has cross-bolt safety & blue finish. Band-fastened long wood carbine forearm and straight grip walnut stock with cut checkering and original black pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box containing hammer extension, owner’s manual, warrantee center list, warrantee card, & trigger lock. CONDITION: as new; in the box. (23-6491/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4512. WINCHESTER MODEL 9422 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# F304164. Bbl. 20 1/4”. Model 9422 lever action rifle mfg. by Winchester. Left side of bbl. is marked with the Winchester trademark logo followed by the model and cal. designations above Winchester’s mfg. information. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Plain wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Ramped and hooded aluminum beaded blade front sight with U-notch rear sight. CONDITION: very good, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting a few superficial handling marks overall. Receiver screw (on left) exhibits some light marring. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows some scattered marks and minor impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-1677/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

4513. WINCHESTER MODEL 94 ANTLERED GAME LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX & ACCESSORIES. Cal. 3030 Win. S# AG15595. Bbl. 20”. Model 94 Antlered Game lever action rifle mfg. by Winchester. Left side of bbl. is marked with the Winchester trademark logo, followed by the model and cal. designations above Winchester’s mfg. information, with “antlered game” marked on the right in gold characters. Sides of receiver exhibit scroll engraving with scenes and portraits of elk, deer, caribou, and moose. Upper receiver tang is marked “MODEL 1894/ WINCHESTER”. Receiver, lever, and bbl. bands exhibit a gold finish, with the bbl., mag. tube, bolt, hammer, trigger, and buttplate exhibiting a blue finish. Checkered wood straight grip buttstock and handguard. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory styrofoam insert with sleeve and 2 20-rd. boxes of Winchester Antlered Game 30-30 ammunition. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes, exhibiting a few light superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent. Styrofoam insert and sleeve exhibiting some wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable overall. (24-1679/ MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

4514. WINCHESTER MODEL 94 XTR LANDER CENTENNIAL LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 30-30. S# 5136014. Bbl. 20”. Model 94 XTR Lander Centennial commemorative lever action rifle mfg. by Winchester. Left side of the bbl. is marked with the Winchester trademark logo, followed by the model and cal. designations above Winchester’s mfg. information, with “LANDER CENTENNIAL - 1884 - 1984/ 1 OF 400” in gold characters marked on the right. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Checkered wood straight grip buttstock and forend. Right side of buttstock is inlaid with a commemorative centennial coin. Ramped and hooded blade front sight with U-notch rear sight. Lever retains its original hang tag, with the buttstock retaining its original “GENUINE AMERICAN/ WALNUT” sticker. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Box shows age related discoloration and some exterior wear from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (24-2006/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,000.

4515. WINCHESTER SERIAL No. 79 MODEL 94 BICENTENNIAL LEVER ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 30-30 Win. S# USA 79. Bbl 20” with dovetailed post style front sight and elevator adjustable rear. Mfg. 1976 in celebration of America’s Bicentennial year; 19,999 units. Attractive silver finished receiver having engraved borders with eagle on left plus “76” and 13 stars on right. Saddle ring carbine configured with saddle ring on left plus early carbine style curved metal buttplate. Nicely grained walnut stock set with cut checkering and long wood forend; silver finished Bicentennial medallion in right side of buttstock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: near excellent original box with decorative sleeve plus 1976 Winchester catalogue and hang tag. 2 boxes (20 rds. each) of Winchester Bicentennial marked ammo; nickel plated cases. CONDITION: small chip on left side of buttstock adjacent to carbine buttplate that has two very small spots of oxidation; all other aspects near excellent appearing new and unfired. (24-2148/NW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4516. WINCHESTER SERIAL No. 312 MODEL 94 GOLDEN SPIKE LEVER ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 30-30 Win. S# GS312. Bbl 20” with standard carbine ramped and hooded front sight plus elevator adjustable rear. Issued 1969 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of east and west railroads meeting in Promontory, Utah; 69,996 units. Very attractive commemorative due to tasteful amount of gold plating and impressive stock having nice marbled figure in buttstock plus very low number. Saddle ring carbine with standard checkered patterned straight buttplate that is gold plated. UNATTACEHED ACCESSORIES: original box with colorful sleeve and carbine hang tag. CONDITION: some very faint signs of handling showing mainly on left side of stock set along with slight tarnish flaws in plating of buttplate. Some extremely faint marks on metal finish that are barely visible. Overall near excellent with unfired appearance. (24-2149/NW). CURIO. $750-1,000.

4517. WINCHESTER MODEL 9422M LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 Magnum. S# F141944. Bbl. 20” with hooded ramp bead front sight & elevator adj. sporting rear. Tubular mag. Action is fitted with a Weaver scope base. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with plastic buttplate. CONDITION: 98% blue; original wood finish shows scratches, marks, & small dents. Stock has a small crack extending from the lower tang. Very good bore. (23-6517/DS). MODERN. $800-1,200.

4518. WINCHESTER MODEL 62 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# 2402. Bbl. 23” round with sporting sights. Tubular mag. Small round grooved forearm and straight grip stock with checkered steel buttplate. Mfg. 1982. CONDITION: over 80% lightly faded blue, showing small handling marks with spotted flaking on the action. Wood finish shows light wear with scattered scratches & marks. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: from the Working Reference Collection of Military Arms Instructor, Master Sergeant Vincent Pestilli. (23-7479/DS). CURIO. $400-600.

4519. HENRY REPEATING ARMS MODEL H011 LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 44-40. S# BTH02752. Bbl. 24 3/8”. Model H011 “New Original Henry” lever action rifle mfg. by Henry Repeating Arms. Top of the semi-octagonal bbl. is marked “HENRY’S PATENT OCT. 16. 1860 CAL 44-40”, followed by Henry Repeating Arms’ Bayonne, NJ address. Lower receiver tang is marked with the S#. Brass receiver and buttplate exhibit a polished finish, with the bbl., lever, and hammer exhibiting a blue finish. Figured plain wood straight grip buttstock. Blade front sight with ladder rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finishes overall, exhibiting some scattered light superficial marks from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined rifling throughout. Stock is excellent overall. Box shows some light exterior wear but is otherwise very good overall. (23-6429/MLW). MODERN. $700-1,100.

4520. HENRY REPEATING ARMS MODEL H009CC CASE COLOR HARDENED LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 30-30. S# WTTCC001293. Bbl. 20”. Model H009CC lever action rifle mfg. by Henry Repeating Arms. Left quarter flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked with Henry’s Rice Lake, WI address, with the cal. designation marked on the right. Upper receiver tang is marked with the model designation above the S#. Receiver and forend cap exhibit a case-color hardened finish, with the bbl., mag. tube, and lever exhibiting a blue finish. Checkered wood straight grip buttstock with checkered wood forearm. Brass-beaded blade front sight with U-notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting what appears to be a layer of grease and retaining welldefined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Box shows some mild exterior wear from handling and storage but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (23-6768/MLW). MODERN. $500-800.

4521. HENRY REPEATING ARMS MODEL H018AH-414 “AXE .410” LEVER ACTION FIREARM WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 410 GA, 2 1/2”. S# AHFTL08964. Bbl. 15 1/8”. Model H018AH-414 “Axe .410” lever action firearm mfg. by Henry Repeating Arms. Left side of the rnd. bbl is marked with Henry’s mfg. information, with the cal. designation marked on the right. Upper receiver tang is marked with the model designation above the S#. Receiver and lever exhibit a matte black finish, with the bbl. and mag. tube exhibiting a blue finish. Smooth wood “axe” handle grip with smooth wood forend. Brass bead front sight. Muzzle features an internally threaded invector-style full choke. This item is simply classified as a “Firearm”, necessitating only an ATF Form 4473 to purchase. Purchasers must be 21 years of age. It is important to note that while it is perfectly legal under federal law, some states do not allow ownership, such as MA and MD, and other states may require additional paperwork or alterations in order to remain compliant. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory finishes overall. Mirror bore. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Box shows some exterior wear but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. (23-6385/MLW). MODERN. $400-600.

Cal.

S# 22078001.

action rifle mfg. by Marlin Firearms Co. Left side of bbl. is marked w/ Marlin’s mfg. informati & forend. Ramped & hooded blade front sight w/ U-notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: excellent w/ metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finish, exhibiting a few superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore exhibits well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is very good having a few scattered marks from handling & storage. Box exhibits mild exterior wearplus a few minor tears but otherwise remains sturdy & serviceable. (24-1769/MLW). MODERN. $7001,000.

4522. MARLIN MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX.

44 Mag.

Bbl. 20 1/4”. Model 1894 lever

4523. MARLIN MODEL 1895 LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# RM0041262. Bbl. 19”, threaded for a suppressor. Hooded ramp bead front sight and elevator adj. rear sight. Full-length mag. Action has a large loop lever and crossbolt safety. Matte blue finish. The brown & tan laminated stock and beavertail forearm have cut checkering and swivel bases. LOP: 13 1/2” over a solid black Marlin pad. WEIGHT: 7 lbs, 3.8 oz. Recent mfg. in Mayoden, NC. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original foam-lined box with owner’s manual, Shop Marlin advertisement, decal, offset hammer spur, and trigger lock. CONDITION: as new, in the box. (23-6439/DS). MODERN. $500-800.

4524. FINE MARLIN MODEL 1894PG LEVER ACTION RIFLE, FORMER WILLIAM BLOUNT COLLECTION. Cal. 44 Mag. S# 97022793. Bbl. 20 1/4”. Model 1894PG lever action rifle mfg. by Marlin Firearms Co. 1894PG models are very rare and were only produced from 2000-2003. Left side of the bbl. is marked with Marlin’s mfg. information above the model and cal. designations. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Checkered wood pistol grip buttstock and forend. Ramped blade front sight with U-notch rear sight. CONDITION: excellent, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory blue finish, save for a few light handling marks on the underside of the receiver. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent overall. PROVENANCE: Spectacular example from the William Blount Collection of extraordinary Marlins. (24-1813/MLW). MODERN. $800-1,200.

4525. FINE MARLIN 1895MR LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX, FORMER WILLIAM BLOUNT COLLECTION. Cal. 450 Marlin. S# 98001895. Bbl. 22”. Model 1895MR lever action rifle mfg. by Marlin Firearms Co. Left side of bbl. is marked with Marlin’s mfg. information above the model and cal. designations. These were only manufactured for a very short time and are more commonly found in “guide gun” configuration. Full rifle or long bbl variations are very rare. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Checkered wood pistol grip buttstock and handguard. Ramped, hooded, and brass beaded blade front sight with U-notch rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box. CONDITION: fine, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting few minute superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Box shows some light exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: Spectacular example from the William Blount Collection of extraordinary Marlins. (24-1812/MLW). MODERN. $900-1,400.

4526. UBERTI PROTOTYPE FRANKLIN MINT 1873 DELUXE LEVER

ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). S# 51145. Built by Uberti in Italy as 1 of 2 firing prototypes of the Buffalo Bill model 1873 issued by Franklin Mint. The Franklin Mint limited edition was a non-firing replica ornamented & styled after this hand-engraved prototype. Bbl. 24” octagon. Sporting sights. Full length mag. Action is hand engraved in the Ulrich style featuring a vignette of Buffalo on right sideplate & Buffalo chase scene on left sideplate. Balance of receiver sides have vine type scroll engraving w/ punch dot backgrounds & fancy borders that continue to upper & lower receiver areas along w/ forearm cap & buttplate peak. Receiver, forearm cap & buttplate are gold finished. Blue bbl. & mag. tube w/ case colored hammer & lever. Forearm & ebony tipped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut have style H hand checkering. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter dated May 29, 1992 to the consignor authenticating this rare prototype, “I confirm in this letter that two prototypes of the Cody Replica were made by Uberti in Brescia, Italy. You now own one, and I own the other.”. Also includes 4 piece cleaning rod held in stock compartment. CONDITION: metal retains 99% gold, blue & case colored finish. Gloss wood finish is cracking & chipping w/ age. Forearm shows shrinking w/ poor fit at action. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-735/DS). MODERN. $3,000-6,000.

4527. NAVY ARMS MODEL 1860 HENRY LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44-40. S# 126. Bbl. 22 1/4”. Model 1860 Henry lever action rifle mfg. by Navy Arms. Top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked “HENRY’S PATENT OCT 16 1860/ MANUFACT’D BY NAVY ARMS CO. RIDGEFIELD, N.J.”, with the S# stamped at the breech, and the cal. designation stamped on the left. Brass receiver plus buttplate exhibit a polished finish with the lever, hammer, and the bbl. / mag. tube exhibiting a blue finish. Plain wood straight grip buttstock. German silver blade front sight. Rear sight is no longer present. CONDITION: receiver exhibits scattered spots of verdigris, discoloration and superficial handling marks overall. Blued components retain the majority of their original factory finish, exhibiting some spots of wear, some spots of light surface oxidation plus some superficial handling marks. Brilliant mirror bore exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Buttstock exhibits a few marks from handling & storage but otherwise remains sturdy & serviceable. (241766/MLW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

4528. EARLY SHILOH RIFLE MFG. CO. SHARPS “OLD RELIABLE” SINGLE SHOT BREECHLOADING RIFLE. Cal. 50. S# 4608. Bbl. 30”. Ole

Reliable single shot breech loading rifle mfg. by Shiloh Rifle Manufacturing Company in Farmingdale, NY. The top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked “Old Reliable” within a panel, followed by “SHILOH RIFLE MFG. CO.”, with “CALIBRE 50” above “8 1/4” marked at the breech. Left side of the receiver is marked “SHILOH RIFLE MFG. CO./ FARMINGDALE, N.Y.”, with the S# marked over the top. Receiver, lever, hammer, and buttplate exhibit a case color hardened finish, with bbl. and the double set triggers exhibiting a blue finish. Plain wood straight grip buttstock with smooth wood forend featuring a flared tip. German silver blade front sight with V-notch semi-buckhorn rear sight / ladder rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown leather soft case. CONDITION: case color hardened components retain the majority of their original factory finish, exhibiting some spots of light wear, with light to mild surface oxidation present overall. Upper edge of buttplate exhibits moderate surface oxidation. Bbl. is excellent, save for a few handling marks present along the edges of the flats. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well defined rifling throughout. Wood furniture exhibits some scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains very good overall. Soft case is very good overall. (24-1843/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

4529. UBERTI 1875 2ND MODEL SCHOFIELD SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Russian. S# F06993. Bbl. 3 1/2”. Round blade front sight. V-notch rear sight. Case colored trigger guard, hammer, trop strap & rear sight. Balance of other metal parts are blued. Smooth walnut grips w/ 1877 date & US style inspectors cartouches. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered Taylor’s box. CONDITION: metal & grips rate near excelelnt. Bore is very good but dirty & may clean up better. (24-606/MJC). MODERN. $700-1100.

4530. UBERTI 1875 SCHOFIELD SA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# F25428. Bbl. 7”. Round blade front sight. V-notch rear sight. P-case colored frame, hammer, top strap, trigger guard, & grip frame. Blued bbl. assembly & cyl. Smooth walnut grips. Bottom of the grip frame has “US” marking. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching-numbered factory box that has a tear at one end w/ manual & cable lock. CONDITION: all aspects are near excellent. PROVENANCE: the collection of Gun Sport Ltd., owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-4442/MJC). MODERN. $1,200-1,700.

4531. INSCRIBED COLT 2ND GEN 3RD MODEL DRAGOON PROTOTYPE REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 20816. Backstrap is marked “TO SAUL ARNSTEIN, NORTHEAST GUN / COLTS TOP NEW ENGLAND DISTRIBUTORS / FROM JACK KELLEY, DISTRICT MANAGER”. According to Black Powder Revolvers, Reproductions & Replicas by Dennis Adler, this revolver falls in the range of 25 prototypes. Bbl. 7 1/2” round w/ octagon shank & blade sight. Six shot round cyl. w/ Texas ranger scene roll engraving. C series revolver w/ royal blue finished bbl. & cyl. Case colored frame, hammer & loading lever. Brass grip straps. 1 piece walnut grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Colt Industries detailing the following information, “Serial Number: 20816 / Caliber: 44/c / Barrel Length: 7 1/2” / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Wood / Shipped To: Jack Kelley, Colt Industries, Firearms Division / Address: Hartford, Connecticut / Date of Shipment: October 13,1975 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1”. Stored in a pink zipper pistol case. CONDITION: over 97% blue. Case colored frame shows spots of fading. Grip straps are acquiring a very light spotted tarnish. Grips show a few small marks. Bright near excellent bore. (01-25118/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

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4532. MINIATURE COLT WALKER REVOLVER. S#

151. Very nice miniature Colt Walker revolver that measures 6 1/2” in length. Revolver does not have any visible maker’s markings. Hammer cocks but cyl. does not rotate. Nicely blued bbl. assembly, backstrap & cyl. Cyl. also has engraved western scene. Case colored ejector rod assembly, frame & hammer. Brass trigger guard & front strap. Smooth walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSOIRES: display case that appears to be marked “PAUL HAURG” at front, miniature powder flask & miniature loading tool. CONDITION: grips show a couple dings & some flaking. Metal near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24730/MJC). $800-1200.

4533. DIXIE GUN WORKS FLINTLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 52. S# 1637. Bbl. 41 1/4”. Flintlock rifle mfg. in Japan and retailed by Dixie Gun Works. Top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked “Dixie Gun Works/ Union City, Tennessee”, with “MADE IN JAPAN” followed by the S# on the left flat. Lockplate, bbl., buttplate, and trigger guard exhibit a browned finish. Full length buttstock with a circular hole cut into the right side of the butt. Aluminum blade front sight with V-notch rear sight. Double set triggers. CONDITION: very good, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory finish overall. Stock shows a few minor marks from handling and storage, but otherwise is very good overall. (01-25206/MLW). ANTIQUE. $500-800.

4534. AMERICAN HISTORICAL FOUNDATION WILD BILL HICKOK 1851 NAVY REVOLVERS.

S#: JBH100 & JBH101. This attractive set was presented as the “Best of Show” award by the Colorado Gun Collector’s Association at their 2012 Denver show. The winning display, titled “Winchester Model 42 Elite Grades,” was the winner among a field of 78 displays. Both cals. are .36. Bbls. are 7 1/2”, octagon with conetype sights. Six-shot round roll-engraved cyls. Bbls., frames, grip straps, loading levers, and hammers have 75% coverage of open-pattern foliate scroll hand engravings. Full silver finishes. Synthetic ivory American Eagle grips. A limited edition of 500 was issued as a tribute to “Prince of Pistoleers,” as Bill Hickok was known. These ornate revolvers were issued only in pairs, as Hickok always carried two. Mfg. in Italy by Uberti. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original glass top French fit case with segmented green interior. The centerpiece of the case is a synthetic leather commemorative plaque holding a dead man’s hand (aces & eights) of playing cards. The case also holds two powder flasks, two nipple wrenches, two bullet molds, and the case key. CONDITION: both revolvers appear unfired. Silver finishes have acquired lightage-related tarnishes. The right grip panels show some age-related yellowing. (01-24679 & 01-24680/DS). ANTIQUES. $2,000-3,000.

4535. PAIR OF US HISTORICAL SOCIETY

GEORGE WASHINGTON COMMERATIVE

FLINTLOCK PISTOLS. Both cal. 58. S#’s 80A & 80B. Bbls. 8” brass. 1976 made Belgian repros of the pistols owned by George Washington. Only 975 pairs of these pistols issued by the U.S. Historical Society. Bbls. marked “LONDON” & w/ circled “E LG” proofs. Locks both have two eagle markings. Silver furniture w/ face on bottom of grip cap. Locks function well when hand cycled. Walnut stocks. Hardwood ramrods secured by a silver pipe & thimble. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked walnut display case w/ key and associated paperwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. (0125262/MJC). ANTIQUE. $1,800-2,750.

4536. AMERICA REMEMBERS TEXAS RANGER DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 107. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Brass blade front sight. Uberti made the Dragoon revolver and issued it by America Remembers to commemorate the revolver given by Sam Colt to Texas Ranger Ben McCulloch. Case-colored frame, ejector rod assembly, & hammer. Silver-plated grip straps & trigger guard. Backstrap has an inscription that reads, “Presented by Sam. Colt to Maj. Ben McCulloch, Jan. 1, 1848”. Cyl. is also silver-plated w/ western scenes. Blued bbl. assembly w/ gold portraits of Sam Colt & Ben McCulloch. Also present on bbl. are their signatures and a gold Texas Ranger badge. Smooth walnut grips w/ silver medallion on the left panel that has the Texas Ranger motto, “Free as the Breeze Swift as a mustang Tough as a cactus”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: presentation case w/ powder flask, nipple wrench, & loading tool. CONDITION: grips & metal show some light handling marks. Very good-plus, bright bore. PROVENANCE: the

Thomas. (01-24164/MJC). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4537. AMERICA REMEMBERS ROBERT E LEE TRIBUTE 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# A95745. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Brass post front sight. Italian-made 1851 Navy revolver commissioned by America Remembers as a commemorative revolver to the famous Confederate General Robert E. Lee. This revolver is number 98 of only 1000 made. Blued finish w/ 24 karat gold inlays, including a portrait of Robert E. Lee, “CSA”, and the quotes “There is a True Glory” & “the Glory of Duty Done”. Polished brass trigger guard & grip frame. Smooth walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: display case w/ Certificate of Authenticity. CONDITION: all aspects are near excellent. PROVENANCE: the collection of Gun Sport Ltd., owned by Jon R. Thomas. (01-24163/MJC). ANTIQUE. $1,250-1,750.

collection of Gun Sport Ltd., owned by Jon R.

4538. US HISTORICAL SOCIETY PATERSON NO 5 REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 440. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Round brass blade front sight. Uberti made Paterson No. 5 revolver & issued by US Historical Society to commemorate Sam Colt’s famous revolver. Top of bbl. marked “Samuel Colt Texas Paterson”. Case colored hammer, backstrap & loading lever. Balance of other parts have blued finish w/ floral engraving. Pearl style grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: display case w/ key, bullet mould, cap tool, screwdriver, powder measure & a copy of hardcover book “PATERSON COLT PISTOL VARIATIONS” by RL Wilson & Philip Phillips. Case lid shows some cracking. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24728/MJC). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4539. PAIR OF REPRO DRAGOON REVOLVERS. Both Cal. 44. S#’s C0872 & 26730. Bbls. 7 1/2”. Brass blade front sights. One revolver is Italian made by Uberti & imported by Western Arms. The other revolver appears to be a 2nd Gen Colt w/ Colt’s patent & “MODEL U.S.M.R” markings. Both revolvers have blued bbls. & cyls. w/ the latter having western scenes. Both have case colored frames, loading levers & hammers, brass trigger guards & grip frames. Revolvers both function when hand cycled. Walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: green lined hardwood display case w/ powder flask, key, bullet mould & several lead balls. CONDITION: both revolvers rate very good overall w/ some dings, handling & operational wear. The Uberti revolver shows more wear & some light oxidation. Very good bores. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-25079/MJC). BOTH ANTIQUE. $800-1,200 for pair.

4540. REPLICA ARMS REPRO TEXAS PATERSON REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 711. Bbl. 9”. Brass blade front sight. Italian repro Texas Paterson revolver. Blued finish w/ engraved western scene on cyl. Walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: walnut display case w/ cleaning rod, priming tool, bullet mould, key, loading tool, cap tin & powder flask. CONDITION: grips show some light flaking varnish & handling marks. Metal retains 93% blue w/ some patches of oxidation near muzzle, some dings on cyl. a drag line on cyl., scattered edge & handling wear. Good bore that may clean up better. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert “Mike” Bricker. (01-25078/MJC). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

4542. PIETTA LEMAT REPRO REVOLVER. Cal. 44/20

Ga. S# L15860. Bbls.7” & 5”. Post front sight. Italian reproduction of the famous Confederate “Grapeshot” revolver. Blued finish w/ case colored hammer & trigger. Cyl. has floral engraving. Bbl. top marked “COL. LEMAT”. Checkered walnut grips. Lanyard ring present on bottom of grip frame. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: red lined display case w/ two keys. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. (0124910/MJC). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

4541. PEDERSOLI PERCUSSION DERRINGER SET This lot consists of two repro percussion Derringer pistols. Both Cal. 44. S#’s 138A & 138B. Bbls. 2 1/2”. Blade front sights. Case colored lock assemblies marked “DERINGER PHILADELA”. Browned finish bbls. also marked “DERINGER PHILADELA”. & w/ a “P” on left side Silver plated trigger guards, stock escutcheons, sideplates & shield decorations. Checkered walnut stocks. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: presentation case w/ powder flask, bullet mould, nipple tool, screwdriver & powder measure. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24734/MJC). ANTIQUE. $700-1,100 for pair.

4543. LARGE GENERAL FRED WINCHESTER SLADEN MILITARY ARCHIVE (1880-1931). Large group of Fred Sladen’s uniform insignia though the ranks are among affects found in his 25” x 16” x 12” trunk with initials and old shipping labels, and still have functioning key for the 2 locks. Inside trunk is WW1 OD helmet with 3rd Army painted insignia, aiguillette with tag, gas mask with canvas bag & strap. There is a large group of insignia from his earliest ranks out of West Point through general. Insignia includes: four sets of shoulder straps (2nd Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant, Captain & Major), metal lieutenant colonel oak leaves, silver colonel eagles, and general stars. There are chevrons and belt buckles from USMA cadet days. 2 WW1 Victory medals, each with 2 clasps; 1918 Chateau-Thierry medal with busts of Washington & Lafayette; several foreign shoulder knots; 3 navy hat bands; sterling framed photo of young Lt. Sladen wearing collar eagles and crossed rifle insignia that is included. His wife Elizabeth Lefferts Sladen kept her Society of Colonial Wars, Society of Colonial Dames, Mayflower Descendants medals in her husband’s Legion D’Honneur medal box along with miniature Legion D’Honneur, and 5 other miniatures including DFC & DSC. There are many buttons taken from uniforms throughout Sladen’s career, including West Point, Span-Am, & WW1. Also in lot are several items of General Fred W Sladen Jr., including a 3rd Infantry Division stein 1953 & a small painted box presented to Brigadier General Fred Sladen 1959 from “the dog faced soldiers from Fedala” with some of his insignia. CONDITION: good to very good overall. (02-21378/JS). $2,000-4,000.

4544. SLADEN FAMILY PHOTO ARCHIVE. Family photos including fine 19th century miniature painting on ivory of well-dressed young lady in oval bezel, sixth plate unidentified daguerreotype of young lady; two albums of gem tintypes of children, two of which are identified as Fred Sladen, and 2 as Lefferts, and James Morris; Brady CDV of Colonel Marshall Lefferts in Civil War uniform with staff sword; 9 images of Joseph A. Sladen 1870s-1900; about 50 more family images including circa 1900 full plate glass negative of Colby college baseball team. CONDITION: good-very good overall. (02-17895-3/JS). $500-1,000.

4545. GROUP OF EIGHT SPRINGFIELD CARBINE DOCUMENTED CARTRIDGE CASES & ONE 45-70 CARBINE BULLET FROM CUSTER BATTLEFIELD. Each of these casings and bullet are numbered with signed affidavit of where these were excavated, each has map transparency showing the exact spot found when transparency laid over map. Copy of sample documentation in catalog and online. In the past (1980s) similar, well documented relics from the Custer Battlefield have sold for several thousand dollars each. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: affidavits and map transparencies showing position of each casing or bullet. CONDITION: good overall, all uncleaned and as found, mostly dented, or smashed. Small inked numbers on each. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0222015/JS). $1,000-2,000.

4546. 19 STAR AMERICAN FLAG COMMEMORATING INDIANA STATEHOOD. This well made light weight cotton flag most likely dates from the Centennial 1876 or Indiana’s centennial 1916 with 19 hand sewn double applique cotton stars, the central star is 8.5”, the other 18 stars are 4.25”. 19 star American flags were only official 1816-1817 and few known survivors. 10’ on fly, 64” leading edge w/ canvas hoist. CONDITION: good overall, staining, colors overall very good. (02-21298/ JS). $2,000-3,000.

4547. GROUP OF SIX 19TH CENTURY BAYONETS. 1) Springfield model 1873 trowel bayonet; very good, retains blue on handle. 2) Springfield model 1855/1861 angular bayonet, US surcharge; incorrect metal scabbard, good. 3) Springfield model 1855/1861 angular bayonet; rusted relic. 4) Springfield model 1873 angular bayonet, metal scabbard with leather frog and “US” rosette; retains most bright blue on bayonet & scabbard body, very good overall. 5) Springfield model 1873 angular bayonet, metal scabbard with leather frog and “US” rosette; retains most original bright blue on blade, frog is torn & separating but still attached. 6) 3rd model Brown Bess angular bayonet with ring for Lyle catch, blade proofed, reproduction scabbard & sling; good overall, bayonet has iron patina & pitting. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21660/JS). $400-600.

4548. US 1872 CAVALRY OFFICER SABER & CASED HIGH GRADE SWORD BELT. 34” etched San Francisco marked saber, sharkskin grip, raised relief American eagle and 13 stars on top of gilded hilt, hard metal plated scabbard with gilded brass mounts, sword belt is in jappaned tin box, beautiful and complete. CONDITION: sword and belt are fine overall, over half the original gold plate is found on sword, and virtually all original gold on eagle belt plate. Belt is also fine complete with sword hangers. PROVENANCE: from Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21419/JS). $400-600.

4549. INDIAN WAR ERA BELT RIG WITH EMBOSSED HOLSTER & CIVIL WAR POUCHES. This attractive rig consists of a non-regulation belt without loops or rings. There is no sizing loop or holes, but the buckle is a standard Civil War-issue NCO style. Together with the belt is an Indian War-era black bridle leather holster with an embossed “US” on the flap. The inside top of the holster is marked “MADE BY J.I. PITTMAN N-Y”. The lot further includes a Civil War carbine box with a wooden insert to hold 20 cartridges. The box is marked on the inner flap “J. CUMMINGS. SPRINGFIELD. MASS.” and the outer flap has a partially visible inspector’s mark in an oval. The black bridle leather pistol box has a script “US” stamped on the lower left of the outer flap. The black bridle leather cap box is complete with pick and interior wool. The inner flap is marked “H.G. HAEDRICH PHILADA”. The outer flap has a partially visible inspector’s mark in an oval. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: please see page 754 of the Meadows book for similar examples. A copy of this page is included with the lot. CONDITION: the belt as well as the boxes generally show light wear with minor flexing and flaking. The holster is a superior specimen, showing light wear overall with minor flexing to the top of the flap. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22098/BF). $3,000-4,000. 4

4550. US M1874 CAVALRY BELT RIG WITH M1875 SWIVEL HOLSTER & APPROPRIATE BOXES. This lot consists of a fine M1874 cavalry belt with a standard M1872 “US” belt plate. The belt is equipped with two rectangular brass suspension brackets. The bracket closest to the keeper has a brass-hooked loop for sword suspension, and the front bracket has a leather strap with a quick-detach clip at the end. The rig includes a scarce M1875 unmarked Hoffman swivel holster in black bridle leather. Furthermore, the rig has a fine black bridle leather Dyer patent cartridge pouch with “US” in oval embossed on the front. The rear of the box is marked “WATERVLIET ARSENAL”. Lastly, there is a black bridle leather pistol cartridge box resembling a cap box but with “US” in an oval embossed on the front flap. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: please see pages 754 through 758 of the Meadows book for similar examples. A copy of these pages is included with the lot. CONDITION: belt generally shows light wear with some flexing and flaking. Rear strap is missing, but the front strap remains strong with a good finish. The holster shows light overall wear with light flexing and moderate flaking, particularly on the belt loop. The Dyer box and pistol cartridge box show light overall wear. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22071/BF). $2,000-3,000.

4551. US M1874 CAVALRY BELT RIG WITH AN M1879 SINGLE ACTION HOLSTER. This lot consists of a fine M1874 cavalry belt with a standard M1872 “US” belt plate. The black bridle leather belt is equipped with two rectangular brass suspension brackets. The brackets support two leather sword straps with quick-release brass clips that are included with the rig. Included with the belt is a fine M1879 pattern holster for a Colt single-action revolver. The holster features a “US” embossed oval on the front and is marked on the reverse “WATERVLIET ARSENAL”. The rig further includes an excellent Dyer cartridge box with a “US” embossed oval on the front. The back of the box is marked “ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL” and the interior of the box has two different inspector’s stamps. Lastly, the rig includes a pistol box in the shape of a cap box with an embossed “US” in an oval on the lid. The interior of the box has a wooden block with six holes for 45-cal. cartridges. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: please see page 756 of the Meadows book for similar examples. A copy of this page is included with the lot. CONDITION: belt generally shows light wear with very minor flexing. The sword straps also show light wear. The holster also remains quite solid, with notable flexing, particularly on the flap. The Dyer box is in extraordinarily fine condition, with a bold “US” on the flap. The pistol box shows noticeable flexing. One of the suspension straps is loose and has been glued. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22072/BF). $1,800-2,600.

4552. US M1872 CAVALRY BELT RIG & BRACE SYSTEM WITH M1872 SWIVEL HOLSTER. This lot consists of a fine M1872 cavalry belt with a standard M1872 “US” belt plate. The black bridle leather belt is equipped with four rectangular brass suspension brackets. The brackets formed what was termed a brace system, which was disliked by the soldiers. The system consisted of twin straps from the belt, over the shoulder, and connecting back to the belt. This system was abandoned after two years. Most belts in service simply had the brace straps removed by the soldiers. The belt does retain the two original sword suspension straps with quick-release clips on the top. Included with the belt is a scarce M1872 pattern holster with Hoffman’s swivel attachment. The holster features a “US” embossed oval on the flap and the original cleaning rod in a pocket at the front of the holster. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: please see pages 91, 755, and 756 of the Meadows book for similar examples. A copy of these pages is included with the lot. CONDITION: belt generally shows light wear with very minor flexing. The sword straps also show light wear. The holster saw extensive field use and, although very solid, does have notable flexing and some flaking. The “US” oval is a bit light but easily discernible. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22070/BF). $1,500-2,500.

4553. US M1881 CAVALRY BELT RIG WITH AN M1881 SINGLE ACTION HOLSTER. This lot consists of an M1881 cavalry belt with a standard M1872 “US” belt plate. The black bridle leather belt is equipped with one rectangular brass suspension bracket. The bracket normally supports a Stuart saber hanger with an extra attached hook. This particular rig has two leather sword straps with quick-release brass clips. Included with the belt is an excellent M1881 pattern holster for a Colt single-action revolver. The holster features a “US” embossed oval on the front and is marked on the flap “ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL”. The holster is also heavily stamped under the flap “N.J.”, indicating use by New Jersey troops. The rig further includes a pistol box in the shape of a cap box with an embossed “US” in an oval on the lid. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: please see pages 759 through 763 of the Meadows book for similar examples. A copy of these pages is included with the lot. CONDITION: belt is quite solid with some flexing. The holster shows very light wear and is nearly unissued. The sword straps show light wear. The pistol box shows minor flexing, and the belt loops are strong. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22074/BF). $1,400-2,200.

4553A. SPAN-AMER WAR ERA US VOLUNTEERS SA ARTILLERY RIGWITH USV BELT PLATE. This rig was for the Colt SAA “Artillery” model all of black bridle leather. Rig consists of Rock Island Arsenal holster, Rock Island Arsenal cartridge pouch, belt numbered “392” & saber hangar. CONDITION: rig is in good intact condition showing wear, flexing of leather & spots of verdigris commensurate with age. Pouch is missing cartridge block. Brass parts show mustard patina. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22078/MD). $1,000-2,000.

4554. 4 PRE-1876 PRAIRIE BELTS OR FAIR WEATHER CHRISTIAN BELTS. The need for a cartridge belt, prior to the M1876 prairie belt, gave rise to what is commonly called a “Fair Weather Christian belt”. Unfortunately, the origin of the term “Fair Weather Christian belt” has been lost over time but, hopefully, will be rediscovered by an avid researcher. The belt itself usually consists of an M1851 belt plate or an M1874 belt plate on a leather belt with sewn cartridge loops for the 45 cal. government rifle, carbine, and revolver. 1) This belt measures approx. 42” long with a Civil War era M1851 belt plate. The belt features 22 cartridge loops for a 45 cal. round with six loops on each end for a smaller cal. round, likely for a pistol. The original keeper does not match the buckle well, as is often seen in this style belt. CONDITION: belt remains reasonably pliable. The larger loops show light wear, but the smaller loops show heavy wear with flaking & losses. 2) This belt measures approx. 39 1/4” long with an Indian War era M1874 belt plate. The belt features 42 cartridge loops for a 45 cal. round. The keeper matches the buckle quite well. The back of the belt is stamped “42” along with several inspectors’ marks, including a bold “W.S”. This belt includes 42 wooden simulated 45 cal. cartridges for display purposes. CONDITION: this belt generally shows light wear with no notable damage. 3) This belt measures approx. 40 1/4” long with a Civil War era M1851 belt plate stamped “855” on the reverse. The belt features 38 cartridge loops for a 45 cal. round. The original keeper matches the buckle well. The reverse of the belt is marked “J. BOYD” & “WATERVLIET ARSENAL”. This belt includes 38 wooden simulated 45 cal. cartridges for display purposes. CONDITION: belt is quite pliable and shows light overall wear. 4) This belt measures approx. 39” overall and is likely a non-military belt. The belt features a brass frame buckle measuring 2” x 2 3/8” with a brass prong. The belt has 15 loops for a 45 cal. cartridge. There are no markings on the reverse or the front of the belt. This belt includes 13 wooden simulated 45 cal. cartridges for display purposes. CONDITION: the belt itself remains pliable with minor flexing. Two of the loops are broken, but the remaining 13 are reasonably solid. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22173/BF). $1,800-2,600.

4555. 4 US M1874 BELTS & BELT PLATES INCLUDING A RARE EXPERIMENTAL. This lot includes 2 US M1874 infantry belts utilizing the M1872 rectangular belt plate with a “US” in oval in the center. / 1 US M1874 cavalry saber belt utilizing the M1872 rectangular belt plate with a “US” in oval in the center. / 1 US M1874 infantry belt utilizing the M1872 rectangular belt plate with “US” in the center. The belt features a rare experimental khaki cotton canvas slip-on sleeve, converting the belt to a cartridge belt. The sleeve facilitates the holding of 40 cartridges of 45/70 caliber. CONDITION: all belts are complete and show light overall wear with no notable damage. All belt plates are complete and functional. PROVENANCE: the collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22172/BF). $1,400-2,000.

4556. 4 US OFFICER’S BELTS & 1 PAIR OF EPAULETTES. A group of US Army dress belts dating from 1880 to about 1903. The belts include 1 company grade artillery officer’s belt with buckle. / 1 Company grade infantry officer’s belt with buckle. / 1 Field grade officer’s belt and buckle with matching saber hangers. / 1 Staff officer’s grade belt and buckle. / 1 Pair of pre-WWII officer’s knot epaulettes. CONDITION: all belts are complete and functional with minor wear but no appreciable damage. Epaulettes show very light wear. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22175/BF). $800-1,200.

4557. 2 SCARCE INDIAN WAR ERA MODEL 1876 PRAIRIE CARTRIDGE BELTS.1) 1876 WATERVLIET ARSENAL CANVAS PRAIRIE BELT. Belt has 54 cartridge loops for .45 caliber rifle cartridges. Tan canvas fabric belt is equipped w/ a brass center bar frame buckle. Stitched two piece bridle leather tongue. Tongue is marked “WATERVLIET ARSENAL”. Tongue is 1 3/4” X 13”. Overall width of canvas belt is approx. 2”. CONDITION: Tan belt has wear & staining but stitching remains tight. Brass buckle turning patina. Varnished leather has wear and flexing. Stitching is tight. 2) ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL KHAKI WEB PRAIRIE BELT. Belt approx. 3” wide. Belt has 45 loops for .45 cal. rifle ammo. Leather tongue has faint Rock Island marking. Center bar brass buckle. Belt is fitted w/ brass sword hook, held by a leather tab w/ 2 brass rivets. Varnished leather tongue is approx. 1 1/2” X 13”. CONDITION: belt has moderate wear and staining of web portion. Leather has flexing and cracking. Worn buckle turning patina. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22166/RW). $800-1,200.

4558. CIVIL WAR ERA 1851 ARMY REGULATION WAIST BELT. This black buff belt has Model 1851 sword belt brass plate; number 227 on hasp & plate. Overall: 38 1/4” with brass hook. CONDITION: brass has a pleasing mustard patina with small spots of verdigris. Waist belt in good intact condition with cracking & flexing of leather. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22170/MD). $300-500.

4559. CARTRIDGE BELTS FOR NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY UTILIZING M1872 STYLE STATE BUCKLES. 1) NEW YORK. This black bridle leather belt utilizes a variation of the US M1872 buckle and features an “NY” in oval in the center of the rectangular buckle. The belt itself has a New York issue leather and canvas Hazen loop type 6-cartridge holder for 50 caliber cartridges. CONDITION: belt shows minor crazing but is quite solid. Buckle has a mellow patina. 2) NEW JERSEY. This black bridle leather belt utilizes a variation of the US M1872 buckle and features an “NJ” in oval in the center of the rectangular buckle. The belt itself has a New Jersey issue belt with 15 leather loops on the left side that appear to be for 30-40 Krag rounds. CONDITION: belt has minor crazing and some flexing but remains sound. Buckle has mellow patina. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22171/BF). $400-600.

4560. ONE OFFICER’S BELT OF THE REVENUE CUTTER SERVICE & ONE COAST GUARD OFFICER’S BELT. 1)REVENUE CUTTER SERVICE. A black leather sword belt with a false 2-piece Revenue Cutter gilded brass buckle. Belt is complete with associated sword straps. This belt likely dates from the Spanish American War era, as the Revenue Cutter Service was disbanded in 1915 and merged into the modern Coast Guard. CONDITION: light wear overall. 2) COAST GUARD. A black leather sword belt with a false 2-pice Coast Guard gilded brass buckle. Belt is complete with associated sword straps. This belt likely dates from WWII or after. The Coast Guard was founded in 1915 with the merger of the Revenue Cutter Service and the US Life-Saving Service. In 1939, the US Lighthouse Establishment was also merged into the Coast Guard. CONDITION: light wear overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22169/BF). $300-500.

4561. 4 CIVIL WAR ERA PERCUSSION REVOLVER HOLSTERS. All holsters made of black bridle leather having body with muzzle drainage hole, belt loop retained by 3 brass rivets, flap & closing strap utilizing brass stud. 2 Appearing for Colt 1860 Army being 15.5” overall; 1 stamped on flap “J.T. SMITH / NEW YORK / MAKERS”. 2 Appearing for Colt 1851 Navy being 14.5” overall. CONDITION: holsters in good intact condition showing flexing of leather, verdigris & light marks. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22119/MD). $2,000-3,000.

4562. THREE US INDIAN WAR ERA COLT SAA HOLSTERS All holsters are made of black bridle leather with “US” embossed on front of body & drainage hole at muzzle end of body. Flap has 2 holes to be retained by brass studs. Belt loop on back retained by brass rivets. 1) ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL. Belt loop retained by 3 brass rivets. Flap stamped “G48”, inspector stamped “E.H.S.” & inspector stamped “HD”. 2) LANZ. OWEN & CO. OF CHICAGO. Belt loop has 3 brass rivets. Flap has inspector stamp “H.K.”. 3) LANZ. OWEN & CO. OF CHICAGO. Belt loop has 6 brass rivets. Flap has stamped “D”. CONDITION: holsters are in very good intact condition showing cracking of leather, cuffs & wear of leather. Brass parts show verdigris. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (0222120/MD). $2,000-3,000.

4563. 2 OF ONLY 10 GASTON PATENT SAA HOLSTERS FOR TEST TRIALS PICTURED IN “US MILITARY HOLSTER & RELATED ACCOUTREMENTS” BY EDWARD SCOTT MEADOWS. These holsters are pictured on page 160 of said book. Per the book “These holsters were designed by 1st Lieutenant J.A. Gaston, Adjutant, 8th Cavalry, and submitted on April 27, 1892... The holsters were issue to three troops of the 8th Cavalry for field trial with instruction to report on same... No further action was taken in regard to the Gaston holster”. These open top black bridle leather holsters are made specifically for easy access to the Colt SAA revolvers then in use. 1) stamped on belt loop “ROCK ISLAND / ARSENAL / W.T.G.” & “J.L.” The muzzle end of the holster is open to allow dirt, dust & rain to pass through the holster. 2) Unmarked holster. The muzzle end of the holsters are open with 2 flaps to allow dirt, dust & rain to pass through the holster. CONDITION: very fine. Both holster are in very good intact condition showing light flexing & cracking of leather commensurate with age. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22123/MD). $1,000-2,000.

4564. 4 US SPAN-AM WAR ERA SAA ARTILLERY MODEL HOLSTERS. “US” embossed on front of bodies. Belt loops retained by 3 rivets. All flaps retained by brass stud. 1) BENECIA U.S. ARSENAL. Made of black bridle leather. Flap has double retainer holes & stamped “H2” , “48” & “A.H.”. Belt loop scratched “WHC / #”. CONDITION: holster has good intact leather with tight stitching, heavy cracking of leather. Muzzle end is open. Flap has spots of red paint. Minute spots of verdigris on brass parts. 2) Black bridle leather holster with flap having single retainer hole & stamped “A / 26”. Muzzle end has drainage hole on leather cap. CONDITION: holster in fair intact condition with tight stitching & heavy cracking of leather. Finish flaking noticeable on belt loop. Brass parts show verdigris. 3) Black bridle leather holster with flap having double retainer hole. Muzzle cap has drainage hole. CONDITION: very good intact holster with tight stitching, scattered spots of mildew & verdigris on leather. Brass parts shows heavy verdigris. One of the retainer holes on flap shows wear. Moderate cracking of leather on flap & belt loop. 4) ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL. Dark brown leather holster with stitched muzzle end, rather than having a drainage cap. Belt loop has noticeable thinner diameter for belt compared to the other. Flap has inspector’s initials “J.P.” & “D.C.L.”. CONDITION: good showing wear to markings, marks & cracking of leather on creases of top portions of leather. Brass shows patina. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22121/MD). $1,200-1,800.

4565. CIVIL WAR ERA WATERTOWN ARSENAL 1851 NAVY HOLSTER

Examples like this holster are pictured in “US MILITARY HOLSTER & RELATED ACCOUTREMENTS” by Edward Scott Meadows (pages 41-51). This black bridle leather holster is marked on flap “WATERTOWN ARSENAL” Belt loop on back of holster has 3 reinforcing brass rivets with a “star” mark. CONDITION: holster in good intact condition showing scuff marks, small spots of mildew & light flexing of leather commensurate with age. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22114/MD). $1,000-1,500.

4566. NEW YORK STATE MILITIA COLT SAA HOLSTER PICTURED IN “US MILITARY HOLSTER & RELATED ACCOUTREMENTS” BY EDWARD SCOTT MEADOWS. This holster is pictured on page 119 of said book. This holster of black bridle leather holster is, per the book, “New York State Volunteer Cavalry holster designed for use with the Colt Single-Action revolver during the Spanish-American War”. Notable features of the revolver is a 11 cartridge loops on body under the flap & large belt loop on back of body. CONDITION: holster in fair to good intact condition showing heavy wear & flexing of leather commensurate with age. Brass parts show verdigris & patina. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22122/MD). $700-1,100.

4567. TWO M1874 HAZEN LOOPS & ONE McKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX

This lot contains two scarce sets of Hazen loops for use with the M1874 cavalry saber belt. The loops measure approx. 8 1/4” long and 1 1/2” wide and hold 20 cartridges each. They were generally used in conjunction with a Dyer cartridge box to allow each trooper greater firepower. One set of loops is marked “U.S. ARSENAL BENICIA” and the other set of loops is marked “WATERVLIET ARSENAL” with an “A.R. SMITH” inspector’s mark. Together with these fine loops is a McKeever cartridge box with a “US” embossed oval on the front. The rear mount tab is stamped “WATERVLIET ARSENAL”. CONDITION: the Benicia loops show overall light wear, and the Watervliet loops show moderate wear. The McKeever box shows very light wear and is a superior example. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22158/BF). $500-750.

4568. AMERICAN MILITARY LEATHER & RELATED MATERIAL. This lot includes 1 M1851 or M1872 enlisted leather belt. / 1 Leather haversack sling. / 1 Jeb Stuart style saber hanger. / 1 Royal Navy dirk hanger. / 1 WWI-era miniature false 2-piece naval buckle on belt, possibly for a dirk. / 1 Jeb Stuart style saber hanger, missing the short strap. / 2 Early 20th century saber hangers. / 2 Loose saber hanging straps. / 1 Canvas R.I.A. 1904 Cavalry canteen strap. / 1 US M1887 “H” style plate with “US” in oval in the center. CONDITION: items generally show light to moderate wear. The M1887 buckle shows light wear. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22181-2/BF). $400-700.

4568A. LARGE LOT OF US MILITARY LEATHER, CIVILIAN LEATHER AND RELATED MATERIAL. This varied lot includes 1 gold bullionfaced shoulder sling. / 1 Cartridge belt for shotguns, with a brass buckle. / 1 Belt clip and boss for a 45-70 bayonet. / 1 Brown leather WWI era Sam Brown belt with shoulder sling. / 1 Pair of saber hangers, marked “RIA 1904”. / 2 Rope lanyards with a spring clip on one end. / 1 Rough condition artillery officer’s dress belt from the Indian War era. / 1 Brown leather shoulder holster with a cotton lanyard. / 1 Reproduction M1851 buckle on a Spanish American War era leather belt. / 2 Leather 6-round cartridge holders for a belt. / 1 Patent leather saber hanger on a belt loop. / 1 Brown leather 6-cartridge ammo pouch. / 1 Reproduction black leather belt with a snake buckle. / 1 Black leather Sam Brown style belt with no buckle or shoulder strap. / 1 Private purchase cartridge belt, marked on the inside “LIEUT. J.F. SNOW 13th MINN. INF. U.S.V. MANILLA, P.I.” / 1 M1851 buckle on a black leather belt. / 1 Rough condition circa 1890 company grade officer’s dress belt with saber hangers. / 1 Small group of belt fittings and parts. / 1 Reenactor’s M1851 black leather sword belt rig with buckle and shoulder strap. / 1 Black leather 15-round cartridge holder for a belt. / 5 Various saber straps and belts. / 1 Black leather mace holder for a belt. / 1 Small black leather pouch. / 2 Small white buff leather straps. / 1 Unissued military case for revolver ammunition, dated 1991. CONDITION: as you would expect, condition varies widely in this lot from unissued to heavily worn. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22181-3/BF). $300-500.

4569. 3 COMPLETE BOXES OF INDIAN WAR ERA PISTOL AMMUNITION. 1) This box measures 3” x 1 5/8” x 1” and has a label on the front that reads “12 CARTRIDGES FOR Colt’s and Remington’s revolvers Calibre .44 powder, 30 grains. Bullet, 225 grains. FRANKFORD ARSENAL, PA. January, 1873”. CONDITION: the box shows some discoloration but appears unopened and is sealed in plastic. 2) This box measures 1 1/2” x 1 3/8” x 3 1/2” and has a label on the front that reads “10 Centre-primed Cartidges, FOR Remington’s Army Pistol, Calibre, .50. FRANKFORD ARSENAL, MAY, 1873.” CONDITION: the box shows some discoloration but appears unopened and is sealed in plastic. 3) This box measures 1 3/8” x 1 1/16” x 3” and has a label on the front that reads “12 ‘Martin’ cartridges FOR Colt’s & Remington’s Army Revolvers Calibre .44: Powder, 30 grains. Bullet, 225 grains. FRANKFORD ARSENAL, PA., APRIL, 1871. Patented March 23, 1869, February 14, 1871.” CONDITION: the box shows some discoloration but appears unopened and is sealed in plastic. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22106/BF). $1,000-1,800.

4570. VERY DESIRABLE GROUPING OF CUSTER BATTLE AND LATER OF 45 CALIBER REVOLVER AMMUNITION IN 6 ORIGINAL SEALED BOXES. 1) .45 Colt’s Revolver. 12 Rd. dark tan box w/ pull string is printed on top w/ “12 Cartridges, / for / Colt’s Revolver, Cal; .45 / Powder, 30 grains Bullet, 250 grains, / FRANKFORD ARSENAL., / December, 1873.” CONDITION: box has light wear w/ moderate staining from age and storage issues. Printing is legible. 2) .45 Revolver. 12 Rd. dark tan box w/ pull string. Box label printed on top “12 / Revolver Ball / CARTRIDGES, / Calibre, .45. / Frankford Arsenal, 1875.” CONDITION: box has light wear w/ moderate staining due to age. 3) .45 Revolver. 12 Rd. dark tan box. Box is printed on top “12 Revolver Ball / CARTRIDGES. / Calibre, .45. / Frankford Arsenal, 1876.”. CONDITION: box is good but has a moderate to heavy brown stained appearance. 4) .45 Revolver. 2 Piece tan box w/ pull string. Box is printed on side “12 Revolver Ball Cartridges, Reloading.” Instructions for loading. “MANUFACTURED AT THE FRANKFORD ARSENAL.”. CONDITION: box is generally good w/ light wear & moderate staining. Hand stamped date (year) is not legible. 5) .45 Revolver. 12 Rd. dark tan box. Box has clear taped reinforcement inside shrink wrap. Box printed on top. “12 Blank Cartridges / for / Revolver, Cal: .45. / Frankford Arsenal, 1882.”. Date stamped on side is “JAN 28 1882”. CONDITION: box has moderate wear & staining w/ clear taped reinforcement under shrink wrap. 6) .45 Revolver. 12 Rd. tan box w/ pull string. Box is printed on top w/ “TWELVE / REVOLVER CARTRIDGES. / BLANK. / FRANKFORD ARSENAL.”. Date stamped on side has illegible year. CONDITION: good w/ light wear and staining. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22102/ RW). $1,500-2,200.

4571. 3 ORIGINAL CARTRIDGES PACKS FOR 36 CAL. COLT NAVY PISTOLS. 1) Mfg. by D. C. Sage & Co. of Middleton, Conn. 15 grains. 2) Mfg. by D. C. Sage & Co. of Middleton, Conn. for W. J. Syms & Bros. of New York. 3) Mfg. by Colt Cartridge Works of Hartford, Conn. CONDITION: all packages appear in very good sealed; wrapped in cellophane. (02-22105/MD). $1,200-1,800.

4572. 2 SEALED BOXES OF VERY RARE AND DESIRABLE MARTIN PRIMED CARTRIDGES FOR S&W ARMY REVOLVER. These unopened boxes each contain 12 “Martin” cartridges. The cartridges were developed for use in the Smith & Wesson No. 3 revolvers which became very popular and were used by such notable Western personalities as Wyatt Earp & “Buffalo Bill” Cody. These early cartridges are copper cased & use the Martin patented internal priming system. The priming is internal and the cartridge case appears to be a rimfire rather than a center fire. This system did not allow for reloading a fired case as was done by the U.S. Military and by civilian users. It was shortly replaced by the Berdan & Boxer priming systems used today. The tan cartridge boxes measuring approx. 3” X 1 1/2” X 1” retain their pull string openers. The boxes have clear legible markings on top. One box is marked: “12 “MARTIN” Cartridges for Smith & Wesson’s Army Revolver, Calibre .44: Power, 25 grains. Bullet, 225 grains. FRANKFORD ARSENAL, PA., JUNE, 1871. Patented March 28, 1869, February 14,1871”. The Second box is marked similarly except for having “National Armory, Springfield, Mass. APRIL, 1871” in place of “Frankford Arsenal ...”. CONDITION: the cartridges were unable to be examined due to the sealed condition of the boxes. The boxes are professionally shrink wrapped but have a very high condition & legible markings. There are sm. scattered stains expected on cartridge boxes of this vintage. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22103/RW). $1,000-1,500.

4573. SIX-CAVITY GANG MOLD FOR A 44 CAL. REVOLVER. This mold was likely for a Colt 1860 Army 44-cal. revolver. It measures 12 3/4” overall and is primarily made of iron. It casts six conical miniball bullets in one pour. The mold is marked near the top “44 R” and with the inspector’s script initials “WAT”. The lower part of the mold is marked twice, “A.H.K”. The wooden handles are 5” long with brass ferrules at the top; one ferrule has the number “151” stamped into it. CONDITION: the mold shows light wear overall and functions very well. There is minor staining on the iron and a few scuffs and scrapes on the wooden handles. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22111/BF). $600-900.

4574. 3 US PISTOL POWDER FLASKS. 1) This early flask measures 4 1/2” in length and just over 2” in width. It has a copper bag with a brass charger. The flask is decorated on one face with a spread-wing American eagle and shield over crossed pistols with stars and “COLT’S PATENT” above. CONDITION: flask has a dark copper patina. Charger functions well. 2) This flask measures 4 5/8” in length and 2” in width. It has a brass bag with a brass charger. The flask is decorated on both faces with a spread-wing American eagle and shield over crossed pistols with stars above. We suspect this flask is of later manufacture. CONDITION: flask shows very light wear overall, and the charger functions well. 3) This flask measures 3 7/8” in length and nearly 1 3/4” in width. It has a patinated copper bag with a brass charger. The flask is decorated on both faces with a spread-wing American eagle and shield over crossed pistols with stars above. CONDITION: flask shows very light wear overall. The charger does not function. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22109/BF). $500-800.

4575. TWO LARGE FRANKFORD ARSENAL GANG MOLDS. 1) This mold measures 10 1/2” in length and is primarily brass with an iron sprue cutter and nut. It was used for casting four 45 cal. round balls with a single pour for use as gallery loads. The top of the mold is marked “U.S. FRANKFORD ARSENAL 1881” and “CAL. .45 H.M”. The mold has two 5” wooden handles with brass ferrules at the top. CONDITION: the mold shows light wear overall, with minor charring from heat on one handle. 2) This mold measures 9” in length and is primarily brass with an iron sprue cutter and nut. It was used for casting five 30 cal. round balls with a single pour for use as gallery loads. The top of the mold is marked “FRANKFORD ARSENAL 1901” and “CAL .30 O.M.L.”. The mold has two 4” wooden handles with brass ferrules at the top. CONDITION: mold shows light wear overall. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22113/BF). $200-400.

4576. GROUPING OF US SIDEARM TOOLS & CLEANING RODS. TOOLS: 4 Screwdrivers for 1911. / 1 Screwdriver for Colt SAA. / 2 Screwdrivers for Colt New Army & Navy 38 DA revolvers. / 1 percussion nipple wrench. / 1 Remington Rolling Block screwdriver. / 1 Percussion Cap loader. CLEANING RODS: 2 for 1911; 1 brass & 1 steel 8 1/8”. / 1 Wooden for Colt SAA. / 1 steel S&W No. 3 cleaning rod 11.5”. CONDITION: items in very good intact condition. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22110/MD). $400-700.

4577. TWO US M1881 PLUMED HELMETS AND A CARTRIDGE BOX. 1) ARTILLERY. A nice example of an M1881 mounted artillery plumed dress helmet. Gilded brass artillery front plate and side buttons with gilded brass plume holder, base, and cord guides. Red horsehair plume with red wool cords and waffles. Brown leather sweatband with no interior markings. CONDITION: helmet generally shows light wear, but there is a slight crack to the rear visor. 2) CAVALRY. A good example of an M1881 cavalry plumed dress helmet. Gilded brass cavalry front plate and side buttons with gilded brass plume holder, base, and cord guides. Deep yellow horsehair plume with bright yellow reproduction wool cords and waffles. Brown leather sweatband with no interior markings. CONDITION: helmet shows moderate wear with a crack to the exterior rear of the body and a crack to the rear visor. 3) CARTRIDGE BOX. A good example of an M1903 McKeever russet leather cartridge box for a 30-40 Krag rifle. Box holds 20 rounds and pivots open and closed with a leather securing strap. CONDITION: box generally shows light wear. (02-21090/BF). $400-600.

4578. US M1904 CAVALRY SADDLE BAGS. This fine pair of US Cavalry saddle bags is made of brown russet leather with a pebble finish on the bags. Each bag has a “US” in an oval embossed in the center of the flap and three closing straps with associated buckles on the bag body. The interior of each bag has its original canvas insert, which is seldom seen. The smooth leather yoke connecting the bags is embossed on one side with “BOYT E.T.C”. CONDITION: the bags are in superb condition for their age, having supple leather with no breaks or wear-through points. (02-21034/BF). $300-600.

4579. VERY RARE TIN OF 50 HAYES PATENT 36 CALIBER SKIN CARTRIDGES FOR COLT 1851 NAVY REVOLVER.

2.5”diameter, 2.5” high cylindrical tin with label “COL. SAM. COLTS PAT. REPEATING ARMS” “Manufactured exclusively by Broux & Moll, London”. Each cartridge stacked in 2 levels of 25, has paper label protected the string wrapped “skin” containing powder and ball, fabric pull string attached to each. A small folded paper inside tin further describes the cartridges. CONDITION: cartridges are very good, external label is torn with old yellowed tape. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21445/JS). $2,500-3,000.

4580. SCARCE & FINE EARLY INDIAN WARS COLT SAA MILITARY HOLSTER. Fits 7.5” Colt Single Action Army perfectly, embossed “US” in oval on flap, contract marked “MADE BY / J. I. PITTMAN / N-Y”. Pittman was longtime Civil War contractor, his 1870s contracts must have been short lived as this pattern holster is rarely seen. CONDITION: very good overall, retains most of its original black polish, light crazing, brass riveted reinforced tab and 6.5” belt loop on verso. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221528/JS). $600-800.

4581. VERY RARE & FINE CALIFORNIA SLIM JIM HOLSTER & BELT FOR COLT LONG BARREL POCKET MODEL, CIRCA 1860. Slim Jim flap holster marked on tab “M. L. BIRD” and belt loop: “M.L. BIRD / MAKER / STOCKTON / CALA”. The belt has unusual floral vine tooling with plated iron buckle, fits 6” 1849 pocket model or baby dragoon. Myron Lawrence Bird (1825-1874) was saddler & harness maker in Tuolumne, then Stockton 1850-1870. This is the only holster we are aware. Maker marked gold rush California leather of any kind is rare, especially percussion pistol holster is such fine “as found” condition. CONDITION: very good overall, some scuffing, good sound tab, belt is supple, cut at one end, wire used to attach buckle. PROVENANCE: Hugh Hayes Collection; Little Johns Auction lot 299, June 29, 2014; Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21477/JS). $800-1,200.

4582. COLT SAA BELT & SLIM JIM HOLSTER. This well used rig appears as found with lots of character, about 35” narrow 44/45 single row bullet belt has rawhide repairs including holster belt loop attachment. CONDITION: fair, “as found”, good ground surface with discernible tooling, end of belt was broken but two holes were punched so the German silver buckle could still be used. PROVENANCE: from Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21383/JS). $600-800.

4583. FINE VINTAGE BOHLIN COLT SINGLE ACTION HOLSTER & BELT RIG.42” with buckle, belt 39”, 2.5” wide finely tooled with classic tooled floral design, black leather, both holster & belt are embossed “EDW. H. BOHLIN / MAKER / HOLLYWOOD, CAL”. 4” x 2.5” German silver buckle engraved with brass steer head and flower trim sewn direct to belt. Holster is made to fit frame of SAA and barrel of any length to protrude. This is a classic Colt Single Action rig with 30 loops for 44 or 45 caliber cartridges. CONDITION: very good overall, some crazing to tongue, minor scuffs where revolver rubbed. There is an interesting sewn on spring loaded tab to hold hammer, so SAA would have no chance to fall out. (02-21085/JS). $1,000-1,500.

4584. LOT OF 12 VARIOUS VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER REVOLVER HOLSTERS. Lot consists of: 1) tooled brown leather holster mfg. by Main & Winchester of San Francisco. Holster is maker marked on the front and marked “3 8” and “4 1/2” on the lower loop. Edges exhibit wavy line borders, with floral tooled embellishments. 2) tooled brown leather holster marked only “947”, “7 1/2”, and “44” on the rear belt loop. Edges of front exhibit lightly tooled line borders with floral accents at corners. 3) unmarked brown leather holster featuring near full coverage foliate and scroll tooled embellishments on the front face. 4) Small brown leather holster featuring a single large tooled foliate embellishment on a punch dot background. 5) tooled brown leather holster produced by H.H. Heiser. Rear is marked “H.H. HEISER/ MAKER/ DENVER, COLO.”, followed by “5” above “2710”. Front face exhibit near full coverage foliate tooling, with brass studs present on the sides and loops. 6) brown leather holster marked “179” on the top loop and “CAPT. LOPEZ/ EL PASO TEX” on the lower loop. Holster features light decorative tooling along edges, with 5 large brass studs overall. 7) brown leather holster featuring woven pattern tooling with small starburst designs around the circumference. 8) small brown leather holster featuring a tooled portrait of a horse on a punch dot background on the front, with “B F” branded on the rear. 9) unmarked brown leather holster featuring decorative stitching overall. 10) brown leather holster marked “949/ 26” on the rear flap, and featuring decorative line tooling with floral embellishments at corners. 11) unmarked brown leather holster with mild tooling along edges. 12) plain brown leather holster maker marked “HEISER”, “HHH”. “DENVER” above “951” on the rear of the belt loop. 13) brown leather shoulder holster maker marked “THE GEORGE/ Lawrence/ COMPANY”on the rear above “W.22A” and “6 1/2”. 14) unmarked brown leather holster embellished with several sizes of brass studs on the from and leather loops. CONDITION: holsters remain malleable, exhibiting varying degrees of wear, as well as age related cracking and crazing overall. (02-21103/MLW). $800-1,200.

4585. TOOLED SHOULDER HOLSTER FOR 4.75”

COLT SAA. You don’t see many antique shoulder holsters tooled in the style of standard Western holsters. This one has seen some use but has survived quite nicely with an old sewn repair to the shoulder strap. Fits a 4.75” SAA snugly with strong leather covered spring. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21532/JS). $400-600.

4586. GROUP OF 4 HOLSTERS. Lot has nice basket weave designed double loop Colt single action army holster, 1916 dated Rock Island arsenal 1911 military holster, 1908 Rock Island arsenal dated holster for Colt DA, and Heiser, Denver holster for Smith & Wesson or Colt police revolver. CONDITION good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21603/JS). $300-500.

4587. COLT SAA TOOLED HOLSTER & BULLET

BELT. 35”, 2.5” wide, single loop brown leather bullet belt, plated iron octagonal buckle with tongue, riveted loops for over the shoulder sling. Double loop tooled SAA holster With riveted reinforcement. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21604/ JS). $600-800.

4588. SINGLE LOOP GUN BELT. 37” long, 3” wide “money belt”, plated buckle, no makers mark. CONDITION: good overall, scuffing and staining. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21531/JS). $400-600.

4589. MISC WESTERN LEATHER GOODS. 2 tooled buck stitched holsters, one for Colt 1911 and other for 7.5” SAA; black tooled size 34 belt with snaps for buckle (not present); 31” overall carved wood grip, with attached leather quirt or whip. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21605/JS). $300-400.

4590. THREE 19th CENTURY CONCHO BELTS. The three belts range in length from 24”, 34”, 35”. All three different styles. 24” example has a descriptive sheet stating it came from the Indianapolis Children’s Museum, from estate of Lydia Parry Teasdale. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: descriptive sheet on one belt. CONDITION: good overall, the short belt is missing its tongue. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21606/JS). $500-700.

4592. “BRINGHAM PATENT” CARTRIDGE BELT & HOLSTER FOR COLT SAA. Belt is about 44” including patent marked tongue, single row 44/45 cartridge pockets, single loop holster for 7.5” Colt single action revolver. CONDITION: good very good overall; 11 cartridge loops are added and sewn to the original 36 that were wove as per the patent. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21608/JS). $600-800.

4591. FINE MEXICAN COWBOY TOOLED BELT & HOLSTER. Nicely tooled, about 40”, 3” wide single row bullet belt, attached holster, both tooled in same floral pattern. CONDITION: very good to fine. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21607/JS). $400-600.

4593. WINCHESTER CARBINE

SADDLE SLEEVE, “A. D. SEITZLER, SILVER CITY NM”. 32” overall, 6” mouth, brown leather, four 2” riveted leather tabs for saddle straps. Marked with large 2” oval cartouches on either side: “A.D. SEITZLER & CO / MAKERS / SILVER CITY NM”. CONDITION: good overall, partially opened sewn seam, areas of craquelure on one side, but superior overall for most similar 100 year old saddle accoutrements. PROVENANCE: Little John Auction Oct. 2010; Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21609/JS). $400-600.

4594. COWBOY STYLE TOOLED BELT & HOLSTER. 3” wide single row bullet money belt, double loop lightly tooled holster, fits Colt or S&W DA revolver. CONDITION: good to very good overall, stitching is loose along edge of holster and needs to be resewn for use. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221610/JS). $600-800.

4595. GOOD COLT 4.75” SAA HOLSTER & BULLET BELT, “SC GALLUP, PUEBLO”. Very nice condition “S.C. GALLUP SAD’L CO / PUEBLO” marked belt and holster, matching brown leather, plated octagonal buckle. Colorado made rig, circa 1890. CONDITION: very good overall, some wear and chipped edges of cartridge slots.

PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21611/JS). $800-1,200.

4596. COWBOY STYLE TOOLED BELT & HOLSTER FOR COLT SAA. 3” wide single row bullet money belt, double loop lightly tooled holster with concho for 7.5” SAA. CONDITION: fair to good overall, belt better than holster. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21612/JS). $600-800.

4597. PAIR OF COWBOY MONEY BELTS. 1) “C.R. WELLS / BELLE FOURCHE, SD” marked, size 38, 3” wide converted single row bullet belt, now decorated with 3-sided spots and cartridge loops removed, good overall. 2) Unreadable maker mark, 42” waist, single row 357 cartridges, mildew stained, scuffed. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21613/JS). $600-800.

4598. WESTERN TACK DECORATED DOUBLE BUCKLE BELT. Unusual very wide 6” harness leather belt, 39”, with cut outs for legs, 4” implement pouch sewn inside. CONDITION: good overall, sound, functioning straps and buckles, implement pouch missing closure and one side unsewn. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221614/JS). $400-600.

4600. CIRCA 1880 CASING FOR SMALL PISTOL. 9” x 5” case compartmented for a pistol that fits into 8” interior length and 4 - 4.25” height, trigger guard less than 2.5” space, pair of unknown metal grips are present also. Plaque on lid has initials and “1883” inscribed. This is a wonderful case if you have the gun that fits it. CONDITION: good overall, baize lining worn, soiled, scuffed, lock does not work. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21443/JS). $300-500.

4599. LARGE LOT OF MISC. LEATHER & GUN PARTS & MORE. Lot contains repro pink Colt SAA box, reproduction bullet molds, repro Colt Paterson capper, repro dragoon parts, pair white gauntlets, two 19th century canteens, brass decorated powder flask, 6 powder horns, Civil War era field glasses, antique playing cards, 2 souvenir little saddles, antique sashes, rope cinch, melted coins, arrowheads, fossils, Napoleon plaque, pair spotted cowboy cuffs, pair Mattatuck handcuffs, & several modern belts & holsters, etc. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21615/JS). $600-800.

4601. FINE DOUBLE ROW 44/45 CARTRIDGE “MONEY” BELT. 35” brown leather, 3.75” wide money belt with 44/45 cartridge loops for 66 bullets. Unmarked sewn tongue and plated octagonal buckle. CONDITION: very good overall, sound and supple, tongue has crazing. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21471/JS). $600-800.

4602. GLAHN FAMILY COLT ENGRAVING ARCHIVE. Over 100 vintage 1900-1930s photos, blueprints, drawings, and rubbings of engraving on pistols, also Colt pricing letters concerning engraving costs. All held in large binder with annotated biographical data on George Glahn, his sons Wilbur, Jacob, & George Jr, who engraved for several gun companies, especially Colt, and American banknote company. CONDITION: good to fine overall. PROVENANCE: Lifelong Collection of author Milton Von Damm. (0221968/JS). $1,000-2,000.

4603. RARE 1877 DATED COLT ILLUSTRATED AD SHEET FOR NEWLY INTRODUCED LIGHTNING & THUNDERER PISTOLS. 9.75” x 7.75”. Possibly unique survivor dated January 1877 showing full scale Model 1877 Lightning, Rampant Colt logo, .38 & .41 cartridges. There is ink annotation of someone specifying; 3”, engraved heavy nickel, pearl grips. CONDITION: very good to fine, as professionally conserved cracks at folds. (02-21313/JS). $800-1,200.

4604. RARE CIRCA 1875 COLT ILLUSTRATED AD SHEET FOR NEWLY INTRODUCED SAA & NEW LINE PISTOLS. 13.5” x 9.5” double sided with SAA & short lived .22 New Line (1873-1877) on front and other 4 caliber New Lines on reverse, including .30 caliber only produced 1874-1876. CONDITION: very good overall, two 1” x 2” reductions in upper & lower left corners which do not affect text. The upper edge has remnants of glue. (02-21314/JS). $800-1,200.

4605. THREE RARE COLT ILLUSTRATED AD SHEETS FOR SINGLE ACTION ARMY, LIGHTNING & NEW LINE REVOLVERS, 1875-1877. 1) 13.5” x 9.5” double sided with SAA & short lived .22 New Line (1873-1877) on front and other 4 caliber New Lines on reverse, including .30 caliber only produced 1874-1876. 2) 9.75” x 7.75” single sided sheet, dated January 1877 showing full scale Model 1877 Lightning, Rampant Colt logo, .38 & .41 cartridges. 3) 10.5” x 8” double sided, top illustrated with SAA, US Army Ordnance report printed from June 27, 1873 showing superiority of Colt over Smith & Wesson. CONDITION: fair, cracked at folds, stained, soiled, tape stains, reductions on edges not affecting text, all apparently from same original source. PROVENANCE: from Christie’s lot 497, Nov. 27, 2000; Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21973/JS). $800-1,200.

4606. SAMUEL COLT BILLHEAD FOR SHIPMENT OF BLACK WALNUT. Aug. 9, 1859 illustrated “Philadelphia Steam Propeller Company” billhead for delivery by boat to Hartford, black walnut which is the primary wood used in Colt military rifles and pistols. CONDITION: unique document is good overall, cracks at folds, bright dark text & ink. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21516/JS). $400-600.

4607. UNIQUE PATRIOTIC LETTER TO SAMUEL COLT, APRIL 1861, SELLING ARMS TO SOUTHERN REBELS. 4 page framed letter with American flag from attorney Daniel Gardner (1798-1863), telling Colonel Colt that selling large quantities of munitions to the South is an act of treason and goes on to say “to put down treason, men in your position must put forth their money and make the fight our battle. If you raise a regiment and arm it with your guns and revolvers and name it “Colt’s Railroad Legion”, I will take the trouble of finding the officers and men of the highest efficiency to the number of 1000 men….” Little did Daniel Gardner know, that in fact Colt was selling as many guns being paid for in NYC by Southern agents before they would no longer be allowed by law after the firing on Fort Sumter April 12. Colt, indeed shipped thousands of revolvers South in the month of April 1861, after Ft. Sumter was fired on.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: transcription of letter from dealer/collector Fred Sweeney. CONDITION: appears very good, mounted in mylar sleeve inside frame which was not opened. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21558/JS). $400-600.

4608. LARGE GROUP OF FIREARM & MISC. Two custom Colt SAA cases; box of antique Colt parts including backstrap off Colt 1860 Army S#169524 with gold finish; two 1860 cartridge conversion cylinders; 2 mainsprings, 2 US Model 1879 gun tools; Colt 31cm bullet mold; Manhattan 36cm bullet mold; 2 Colt Army conversion hammers; skeletal plated stock for pistol; nicely red, whie and yellow painted cast iron Indian shaped hatchet; iron basket hilt for rapier; box of 50 blue label 22 suort Winchester cartridges, unknown paper cartridge, 2 daggers, misc group of badges and pins; 19th century hunting bag wtih attached powder horn and carved horn powder measure and more. CONDITION: most is good to very good, but should be viewed. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21616/JS). $600-800.

4609. SCARCE COMPLETE SEALED WINCHESTER 45 COLT GREEN LABEL BOX OF 50 CARTRIDGES. Circa 1930, perfect green top label, full wrapped orange labels on each end. “For Colt Double Action and Single Action Army and New Service Arms”. Perfect for that mint prewar SAA. CONDITION: fine, as nice as any survive. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21678/JS). $800-1,200.

4610. NO LOT. NO LOT.

4611. FOUR COLT & OTHER PISTOL CASINGS. 1) Good scarce mahogany Civil War era 4th model Colt model 1851 Navy casing, green baize lining, compartmented for revolver, flask, mold, etc. Very good overall, missing lock escutcheon. This is a tough original case to find, where earlier cases for small trigger guard 3rd models are much more available. 2) Scarce oak Colt dragoon casing, red baize lining, compartmented for 7.5” revolver, flask and other accoutrements, good interior with wear, and soiling. Exterior refinished with the newer inset shield shaped escutcheon. 3) Unknown compartmented wood casing, measures about 14” x 6” internally, good to very good overall. 4) Rare mahogany veneered French fitted casing for pair of Smith and Wesson #2 old army revolvers, Civil War era, fair overall, heavily stained from oxidized lead & cartridges, warping to edges of case and loose back slat. Wood could be restored, interior has a good look, missing inset escutcheon in lid. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21444/JS). $1,500-3,000.

4612. “A TRILOGY ON LAW AND ORDER BY SAMUEL COLT” DRAGOON BOOK CASING. 17.5” x 17.5”, 2” deep book casing with raised sculpted spine, repeated title with “EDITED BY WALLACE G BONTA”. This is a very interesting casing that has age with unknown provenance, fits three 7.5” barrel dragoons perfectly in French fitted green felt lined interior. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21484/JS). $600-800.

4613. 6 PAIRS OF COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY GRIPS. Lot consists of 2 pair 1-piece burl walnut, one with 4-digit S# scratched inside; pair 2-pc 14K gold & sterling steer head Bohlin marked; hard rubber Colt logo; restored pair of smooth pearl; well worn pair of checkered walnut. CONDITION: fair to very good, Bohlin lack screw. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21380-1/JS). $1,000-2,000.

4615. GOOD PAIR OF COLT DRAGOON GRIPS. Very good select walnut with S# 6878 inked inside backstrap channel. CONDITION: very good, refinished, moderate edge wear, one chipped toe, but perfect for the good civilian dragoon in need of original pair of grips. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221380-4/JS). $300-500.

4614. 5 PAIRS OF COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY GRIPS. One pair are original 1-pc smooth ivory with rich patina; the other 4 are rough wood, one with aluminum insets. CONDITION: ivory grips are very good with1/2” well patinaed chipped toe. The wood grips are poor to fair with putty repair on one, partial S#s visible on at least two. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21380-3/JS). $500-700.

4616. 7 PAIRS OF COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY GRIPS & 2 PAIRS MODEL 1849 POCKET GRIPS. One pair Army is fine retaining most original factory varnish, one fair pair martial grips with 4 digit S# and discernible cartouche; other 4 pairs are rough. CONDITION: poor-fair on 6 martial Army pairs, one civilian pair is very good to fine. Pocket grips both well worn but complete with partially discerned S#s. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21380-2/JS). $300-400.

4617. GOOD COLT ACCOUTREMENTS. 1) Civil War Era Model 1851 Navy mold, “COLT’S / PATENT” sprue cutter, sm. 2 stamped on one side, retains about 90% thinning blue finish overall. 2) “L” shaped early 1851 Navy nipple wrench (Rapley T #15) w/ square cut barrel, one nipple ear is broken off, plum color smooth patina. 3) Unknown “L” shaped nipple wrench, filed & brown color. 4) Paterson cleaning rod, identical to Rapley Rod #3. 5) London-style rosewood handled nipple wrench, oiler in butt, good, oiling pin frozen. 6) Unknown “mushroom” ended combination loading tool, nipple wrench, screw driver, very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21381-2/JS). $400-600.

4618. COLT CYLINDERS, ETC. 1) 2nd model dragoon cylinder, gold inset & engraved perimeters, either brevet or reproduction, SN 4919, crude engraved Indian fight scene, safety pins gone, very good. 2) Pair of rare 12-stop model 1860 army cartridge conversion cylinders, SN 4259 & 4855 (last 4 digits), cylinder scene buffed most 50% visible, very good. 3) 1860-style unmarked percussion cylinder with modern numbers stamped on back, very good. 4) Unknown 5-shot about .32 caliber cartridge conversion cylinder, SN 426, heavily scratched surface, fair. 5) Colt navy mold, poor. 6) Colt pocket model mold, poor. 7) Round ball scissor mold, heavy iron patina. 8) Large 2.75” diameter blasting cap tin embossed: “CALIFORNIA CAP CO. XXX SAN FC’O”, very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21381-3/JS). $400-600.

4619. 5 GOOD COLT BULLET MOLDS. 3 COLTS PATENT 1860 Army molds, 2 civilian marked “44H” and one military with “C” inspector mark. Rare & fine condition brass model 1851 Navy mold with “COLTS PATENT” steel sprue cutter, small “W” stamped on steel, Rapley M#22. Brass model 1855 .28cal, small “H” stamped on right block. CONDITION: Root & one civilian army molds are good-very good. The other 2 army molds are fine & retain 60-70% blue finish. The navy mold is fine, some cosmetic stains & small dents, sprue cutter is mostly bright as finished “in the white” with small areas of staining & pitting. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22014/JS). $1,000-2,000.

4620. MISC GROUP OF ORIGINAL COLT PERCUSSION MOLDS, GRIPS, & TOOLS. 3 “Colt Patent” 1849 pocket molds; 2 “Colt Patent” 1851 navy molds; pair well worn Colt 1860 army grips; backstrap, triggerguard, & grips for Colt 1860 army S# 124202; broken empty cartridge pack of 1851 navy “COL COLT’S PATENT / REVOLVING BELT PISTOL” with complete label; poor condition; 44 caliber empty cartridge pack with partial label; Colt “L” shaped nipple wrench; and large quantity of loose 31, 36, and 44 caliber Colt bullets. CONDITION: good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21457/JS). $800-1,200.

4621. GROUP OF 10 BRASS COLT MODEL 1849 BULLET MOLDS & 3

TOOLS. Ten nice “COLTS PATENT” marked 2-cavity mold, Rapley M#17. 3 Colt combination tools for M-1849. CONDITION: most good to very good, at least one is fine, tools are very good with some blue finish. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21657/JS). $800-1,200.

4622. TWO FINE COLT 44 CALIBER DRAGOON BULLET MOLDS. 1) 2nd model military (Rapley M #14), brass straight legged, inspected “WAT”, steel “COLTS / PATENT” sprue cutter with inspection letter “R”, steel has traces of case colors, brass has scattered sm. dings & scratches. 2) 3rd model post 1855, blued steel bow legged 2-cavity mold stamped “44 H”, “COLTS / PATENT” sprue cutter, grease groove, very good retaining 80% blue w/ numerous dings, dents, & scratches. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21381-1/JS). $400-600.

4623. COLT’S PATENT NAVY FLASK. This flask measures approx. 7” in height and 3” in width. It is generally known as the Colt navy flask, and it has a brass charger with a canted spout. The body of the flask is decorated with an impressive spray of arms and flags superimposed by a cannon. Above the spray are the words “COLT’S PATENT”, along with crossed pistols and crossed rifles. CONDITION: the flask is in solid condition with a few small, shallow dents to the body. The charger functions well. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (0222108/BF). $1,400-2,000.

4624. THREE COLT BULLET MOLDS. 1) 2nd MODEL DRAGOON.

This mold is brass with an iron sprue cutter that is marked “COLT’S PATENT”. It casts a 44-cal. conical bullet and a roundball with each pour. The top of the mold is inspectormarked “WAT”. CONDITION: light wear overall 2) 3rd MODEL DRAGOON. This mold is brass with an iron sprue cutter that is marked “COLT’S PATENT”. It casts a 44-cal. conical bullet and a roundball with each pour. The midpoint of the mold is inspector-marked “WAT”. CONDITION: light wear overall. 3) 1860 ARMY. This mold is iron with an iron sprue cutter that is marked “COLT’S PATENT”. It casts a 44-cal. conical bullet and a roundball with each pour. The top of the mold is marked “44H”, and the midpoint of the mold is marked with the inspector’s initials, “WAT”. CONDITION: light wear overall, and the blued finish is better than 95%. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22112/BF). $1,200-1,800.

4625. COLT DRAGOON POWDER FLASK. This reproduction flask measures approx. 9” in height with a copper body and brass charger. The charger is marked “COLTS PATENT” on the compartment cover and the inspector marks “WAT” in script are just below the charging spout. CONDITION: there is a small dent at the base of one face and a few tiny shallow dents around the flask. Charger functions well. Metal has a pleasing patina. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22107/BF). $400-700.

4627. RARE ILLUSTRATED CARTRIDGE PACK FOR COLT CARTRIDGE CONVERSION 1860 ARMY REVOLVERS, 44CF, CIRCA 1875. Orange/yellow label “United States Cartridge Co” box of 50 cartridges “44 / CALIBRE” for “COLT’S NEW BREECHLOADING / ARMY REVOLVER”. Illustrated with early 12-stop Richards Conversion Army revolver. This would be a perfect box for that Richard’s cased set missing cartridge pack. CONDITION: very good, top label if fine, one short end of pack broken off and missing large portion of label. 49 original cartridges are intact with oxidation. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21466/JS). $800-1,200.

4626. COLT MILITARY CARTRIDGE PACKS, ETC. FRANKFORD ARSENAL CARTRIDGES - Two 1874 Frankford arsenal boxes of 12 .45 cartridges for Colt’s revolver. Both complete, one has top unattached, the other top is loose, overall good. / 1884 dated Frankford Arsenal “12 REVOLVER CARTRIDGES”, same size as the 1874 packs, very good sealed. / Two sealed 1870 Frankford Arsenal Spencer Carbine .50 caliber blank cartridges, one green label, one blue, both good overall. WINCHESTER - 1 Green label box of 50 “WINCHESTER 22 LONG RIFLE CARTRIDGES”, good, not sealed. COLT - Scarce box for “50” 38 long, Colt Navy revolver, United States Cartridge Company, only 18 cartridges remain, lid missing both short sides, fair. / Light Blue label “50” 45 Colt by United States Cartridge Company, poor condition box with large hole in lid, full 50 rounds. PRIMERS - Rare jappaned full tube of Maynard tape primers, partial 1859 dated label, very good. / 8 tins of Remington UMC percussion caps, 7 are sealed, very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21600/JS). $1,200-1,500.

4628. FINE COLT CAP TINS. 1) Rapley CT#14, Rare Colt Dragoon, 250 caps, white Eley label, paper wrapped, unopened, good overall, 1/2” chip in side of label, small reductions. 2) Rapley CT #17, for Colt Revolving Rifle, green ELEY label, wrapped in blue & gold paper, unopened, good, several chips in wrapping, label fine. 3) Rapley page 205, ELEY orange 500 caps for Thuer cartridges which were reloadable, very good. 4) ELEY orange 250 caps for Thuer cartridges which were reloadable, not shown in Rapley, good, label soiled. 5) Unmarked anodized cap tin & oval cylindrical steel spring loaded cap container, good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21449/JS). $800-1,200.

4629. TWELVE 19th CENTURY & COLT PERCUSSION CAP TINS. Lot consists of two different 500 cap Eley tins with labels; one embossed, 3 different 250 cap tins, and seven 100 cap tins, several makers. CONDITION: fair to very good, some labels soiled, stained, chipped, most of the 250 & 500 tins are mostly full. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21456/JS). $800-1,200.

4630. RARE KPM LITHOPHANE OF SAMUEL COLT HOLDING COLT REVOLVER, CIRCA 1855. 7” x 5.75” oval lithophane portrait of Samuel Colt holding a revolver. KPM Royal Porcelain from Berlin was famous for lithophane plaques in mid 19th century. When backlit, vivid details of Colt appear. His eyes seem to move and follow you with intensity, KPM was famous for the realism of his plaque portraits. Verso has KPM trademark over “KPM/460/Z”. In 1855, Colt is known to have commissioned 111 examples of this lithophane bearing his portrait to be used in the windows of his mansion, Armsmear, and others for presentation as gifts. The image, the only known of Colt holding a revolver was made a from a photograph taken of Colt in Germany in 1855. CONDITION: fine. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21658/JS). $1,500-2,500.

4631. COLT PATENT FIREARMS COMPANY “CASH DISBURSEMENTS” LEDGER 1923. Colt ledgers are scattered all over the country and most large folios; 17” x 14”, leather bound, each page is actually a pair of pages, as entries went from left to right across pages with many columns, there are thousands of entries, about 50 per page and 191 pages have entries. CONDITION: fair, shaken, chipped binding, water stained, mildewed, but every inked entry is discernible. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21624/JS). $1,000-2,000.

4632. STERLING SILVER “WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS” BELT BUCKLE. 4” x 2.25” heavy belt plate, limited edition of 2500; this is number 340. Well designed with logo & address, with model 1873 carbine in full relief in center. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21673/JS). $300-400.

4633. FANTASTIC PRESENTATION POCKET WATCH TO BUFFALO BILL FROM FRENCH ARTIST ROSA BONHUER. Diameter 2.5” open face steel body pocket watch, “Regulateur” on dial over image of steam engine train, green enameled numerals, beveled crystal with a decorated German silver bezel. The outside back cover has been removed and hinge filed. Presentation in script “Pour Cher Hon. Mssr. W.F. Cody / De Dame Rosa Bonheur” & “Paris / Avril 1889 / Merci”. Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899) painted Cody on horseback which is owned by Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody WY. CONDITION: fair, chips and cracks in enamel face, as noted back cover has been purposely removed, mechanism appears complete, not checked to see if it will continue working. The presentation is well executed and all discerned with gray steel patina. Watch is housed in archival box with damaged 26” square gold & red decorated scarf with box label. PROVENANCE: Alex Acevedo Collection; Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21437/JS). $5,000-7,000.

4635. PRESENTATION MEYLAN GOLD POCKET WATCH OF FREDERICK B. HUTCHINSON, BUFFALO BILL’S WILD WEST. Charles-Henri Meylan 17-jewel made 14K gold hunting case has beautiful inscription on inside lid: “An honest tale speeds best being plainly told / employees of / Bailey and Cole / with / BUFFALO BILL’S WILD WEST / to / Fred. B. Hutchinson / 1898 / Sincere & Best Wishes”. Frederick B Hutchinson, longtime showman worked with Bailey & Cole Circus along with Buffalo Bill later managing Barnum & Bailey Circus. CONDITION: very good, appears to work well, but no warranty. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221464/JS). $1,200-1,500.

4634. BUFFALO BILL WILD WEST SHOW PAINTED BANNER & SCARF. 70” x 27” blue paint on muslin, “BUFFALO BILL JUNE 3”. Few of these had to survive. Housed in archival box along with tattered 30” red decorated silk scarf. Box labeled: “ORIGINAL PERIOD BUFFALO BILL SCARF”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: descriptive sheet. CONDITION: good overall, many small holes, one 4” torn and chipped area at edge of “3”.

PROVENANCE: Cowan’s lot 1155 Dec. 2, 2004 found amongst collection of Hartford, CT circus posters; Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221436/JS). $2,000-3,000.

4636. PAIR OF UNIQUE “BUFFALO BILL” CODY FRAMED PHOTOGRAPHS.

1) 24” x 14” large room view inscribed “Dinner at Sherry’s to Col. Cody, May 12, 1909”. This special dinner where Buffalo Bill & several Native Americans are seated at long table against wall took place at the New York City restaurant Sherry’s to honor him while he was putting on show at the New York Hippodrome. Over 100 people attended, including President Taft, numerous military officers, and Frederic Remington. At the dinner, Cody proposed a giant Native American statue, a “National American Indian Memorial” that would be set on the shore of New York Harbor. He suggested that it would be “as large” as the Statue of Liberty and would serve to welcome “everyone to this shore”. Many guests at the dinner party enthusiastically supported the idea, with General Nelson Miles saying he was “gratified that there is now a feeling of generosity and respect towards the departing race”. Many Americans viewed it as “a celebration of victory” over Native Americans, while others considered it “a constant reminder of the vanishing race to whom we are indebted for the great, free gift of a continent”, and some thought the monument would memorialize admirable qualities attributed to Natives and serve as a “lasting beacon of American ideals”. John Burke, who managed Cody, announced that America owed “at least an apology for the exigencies of civilized man and his cupidity in appropriating the red man’s land” though he later clarified that “of course, it was all done in the name of progress, and God had foreordained that it should be so, but let us build this monument as a lasting tribute to a dying race and to the genius of the man who suggested it”. 4 years of raising money and breaking ground, it was never built. 2) 11” x 9” exposed vignette image of Buffalo Bill Cody in contemporary frame. CONDITION: appear good, not removed from frames, vignette view has damp staining on mount board, chipped gesso edging of original frame. PROVENANCE: from Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21493, 02-21573/JS). $600-800.

4637. FINE & SCARCE DENVER PORTRAIT CABINET CARD OF “BUFFALO BILL” CODY 1880s. Scarce view of William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody in artistic portrait wearing large diamond stick pin on his tie. This is only example we can locate. Edgar H. Rood was located at address on card 1887-1889, working in Denver 1884-1892. CONDITION: very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21941/JS). $400-600.

4638. LARGE GROUP OF RARE DAKOTA SIOUX LANGUAGE BOOKS. Over 50 books and pamphlets, most all are religious and published at various dates 1865-1900, most 1870s and 1880s and published by the American Bible Society and translated from Hebrew by Thomas Williamson and/or Stephen Riggs. Many of the books are in very good to fine condition, others are fair to good. 1) Two bibles 7” x 4.25”, “DAKOTA WOWAPI WAKAN”, 1879, 1286 pages, one copy is very good, 3 signatures slightly loose, scuffed edges, 3 inked names inside, one “Little Eagle”. The other copy is missing first 5 pages including title page. 2) 7” x 4.25” New Testament “DAKOTA WOWAPI WAKAN KIN”, 1866, signed by “Mrs. Isaac Warrior”, good sound, complete, scuffed, water staining. 3) 9 copies, 5.5” x 4” pamphlets “ABRAHAM LINCOLN TONI KIN, AESOP TOWOYAKE KIN” 1893, 10 pages, all very good to fine. 4) 3 copies 6.5” x 4.5”, “HDINANPAPI, WOWAPI MOWIS OWA INONPA KIN” 1869 (Exodus, the 2nd book of Moses), very to good to fine. 5) 6.5” x 4.5”, “WICASTA WOKCAN TOKTOKECA” Jerimiah, Ezekial, Daniel, and minor prophets, 1877, good leather bound. 6) “WICOIE WOWAPI KIN”, The Word Book, 1887, published for the Dakota Mission by the American Tract Society, illustrated with photos of objects and Dakota names, no English translation. Good. 7) 6 copies “YEWICASIPI TAANPETU”, Outline of life of Christ, 2nd edition 1925 1st ed 1895, illustrated with maps, Santee, Neb, stiff soft covers, very good. 8) 3 copies, different bindings, “ODOWAN” Hymnals, 184 pages, all very good. 9) “WOONSPE ITAKIHNA”, Precept upon Precept, illustrated, 180 pages, 1889, very good. 10) “WOOPE MOWIS OWA KIN…” Laws of Moses, bound with Psalms, 1872, ink annotations, good. 11) “JOSUWA, QA WAYACOPI KIN, QA RUTE..” Books of Joshua, Judges, & Ruth, 1875, leather bound, 81 pages, good to very good. 12) “WOOPE ITAKIHNA” Deuteronomy, 1872. 13) 2 copies, “DAKOTA 1st KINGS to JOB”, 1879, very good, leather. 14) 7x4.25 New Testament “DAKOTA WOWAPI WAKAN KIN”, 1865, bound with Genesis & Proverbs, well worn copy, but appears complete, scuffed, chipped spine 15) 7” x 4.25” New Testament “DAKOTA WOWAPI WAKAN KIN”, 1871, poor, loose cover, missing spine. 16) 7” x 4.25” New Testament “DAKOTA WOWAPI WAKAN KIN”, 1878, poor detached cover. 17) 7” x 4.25” New Testament “DAKOTA WOWAPI WAKAN KIN”, 1886, poor, loose cover. 18) 3 copies, 40 page pamphlet, “JESUS TAANPETU”, English preface stating 2nd edition used at Santee Normal School “dedicated to all those interested in the Christian civilization of the Sioux”, very good. 19) 6 copies, “WOYAZANSKA TUBERCULOSIS” 11 page small pamphlet, very good. 20) “DAKOTA-ENGLISH DICTIONARY” by Stephen Riggs, 1890, quarto, shaken & disbound, poor. 21) “DAKOTA GRAMMAR, TEXTS, AND ETHNOGRAPHY” Stephen Riggs, 1893, poor, disbound. 22) 14 additional various pamphlets, poor to fine. CONDITION: as described, interested parties should examine this rare offering of over 50 Dakota Sioux titles in person. (02-22690/ JS). $2,000-4,000.

4639. NO LOT.

4640. FANTASTIC ARCHIVE OF DAKOTA SIOUX 1860-1920. Most of the manuscripts in this grouping are papers of John Poage Williamson (1835-1917) & family. Manuscript material dates from 1854-1882. Small grouping of Santee Agency photographs & interesting affidavits from 1918-1919 are also here. John Williamson was born in a log cabin in Indian Territory, originally thought to be the first white child born in what would become State of Minnesota. John’s father Dr. Thomas Williamson had decided to minister Christianity to the Dakota Sioux. Doctor Williamson mastered the Dakota language as did his son who would leave Minnesota wilderness to attend Lane Seminary in Cincinnati and starting his ministry at a Presbyterian Church in Indiana. He would leave this church in the fall of 1860 to follow in his father’s footsteps in the ministry of the Sioux in Minnesota, he remained with the Sioux thereafter as a missionary. The Sioux were expelled by US Government in 1866. Williamson went with them to reservation in Nebraska Territory. He would continue his ministry till his death in 1917 at Yankton, SD. During his life, he published many books in the Dakota Sioux language. A large grouping of these rare books are also being offered in this sale. 1) Manuscript journal 7.5x5”, 202 hand numbered pages. Titled “Session Record of the United Churches of Pajintaze and Hazelwood”. The first 30 pages are transcriptions copied from Stephen R. Riggs. The first entry states March 3rd 1854 the records of the Lacquipoile church were consumed in the burning of the mission houses. Williamson copies mostly marriage and baptismal records. Starting in 1860 the record is more day-to-day with lists of church members, marriages, baptisms. Starting January 1863 Williamson has Moved to vicinity of Fort Snelling Indian camp, hundreds of names a baptized, marriages of the Dakota Sioux through 1865. By March 1866 John Williamson is at the “Crow Creek Agency” Where hundreds of names of Dakota Sioux are listed in baptismal, marriage and other church records. Often the baptismal record will give the Indian name, and Christian name as baptized. This journal ends in 1870 when Rev A. L. Riggs took charge of the mission work at the Santee agency. 2) US INDIAN SERVICE-MEDICAL RECORD BOOK, Santee Agency, folio ledger 13.5”, 350 pages 1877-1904. Hundreds of entries for sick and dying, ailments, names, ages, ethnicity-Indian, half breed, etc. 3) Manuscript Church roll of the Pilgrim church August 1st 1871, about 200 Dakota names are listed with annotations 4) Certificate of membership of the Pilgrim Church [Nebraska], partially printed and manuscript 5) March 17 1863, Mankato Prison list of 19 Dakota Sioux who were married to more than one woman and have come forward to select one. 6) Manuscript list of about 200 Dakota Sioux, not dated 7) Two page Dakota language manuscript, apparently announcing Rev. A. L. Riggs As new congregational minister by “John P. Williamson” 8) Nov. 8, 1882, four page letter in Dakota Sioux addressed to Santee agency 9) 2 copies of typed and notarized affidavit by Star Frazier, Santee Sioux. He is attempting to get lands promised to his father when he signed the Treaty of 1868 giving up the Black Hills to the US government. 10) Typed and notarized affidavit by Napoleon Wabashaw, Santee Sioux. He is attempting to get lands promised to his father when he signed the Treaty of 1868 giving up the Black Hills to the US government. 11) Typed letter “in the council House of the great Sioux tribe” chief spotted tail appeals to Indians to give up the Black Hills in exchange for “manifold gifts”. This must be a transcription of Chief Spotted Tail’s original pleas cited in the affidavits above. 12) 28 7x9” YWCA photographs of the Indian camp at missionary conference, Santee, Nebraska, 1919 UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1980 reprint biography of John P. Williamson-A Brother to the Sioux” originally published 1919. CONDITION: good to very good overall. (02-22691, 02-22692 & 02-22693). $3,000-5,000.

4641. NO LOT.

4642. JOHN F KENNEDY PRESENTATION

AUTOGRAPHED LARGE FORMAT

PHOTOGRAPH, PART OF GROUPING FROM MAJ. GEN. WM. H. ABENDROTH. William H. Abendroth (1895-1970) had a very long military career starting with Idaho National Guard and he participated in the hunt for Pancho Villa, later service in France in World War 1 and various high ranks in National Guard, he retired as major general and was commander of the District of Columbia National Guard where he was acquainted with presidents Eisenhower and Kennedy. Both presented him with signed photographs. John F Kennedy’s presentation photographs are unusual and scarce. He obviously wrote this one in person in his awful handwriting, which is hard to decipher holography. It is massive on 18” x 14” board with 13” x 10.5” silver print photo attached, presentation appears to read: “To Major General William Abendroth / with my good wishes / John F Kennedy / January 19, ‘61 USA” which is day before his inauguration as president. The 14” x 10” color image of Eisenhower is signed on collar “To General Abendroth / with best wishes / Dwight D Eisenhower”. The 8” x 10” photo of Abendroth in Major General uniform is signed “Maj. Gen. W. H. Abendroth”. Abendroth was awarded the Army Distinguished Service Medal, he is buried in Arlington Cemetery. Also in this lot are a pair of official 1957 presidential inaugural license plates with vignettes of Eisenhower & Nixon, most likely registered to General Abendroth. CONDITION: good overall, the three framed photographs all have some minor light fading, but good contrast and strong dark ink on both the Kennedy and Eisenhower photographs. PROVENANCE: consigned by General Abendroth’s grandson. (02-22284/JS). $2,000-4,000.

4643. FINE SCARCE CABINET CARD PHOTO OF “CAPTAIN JACK” OMOHUNDRO. 1875 dated Sarony cabinet card in gilded cabinet card mount. John Baker “Cpt. Jack” Omohundro (1846-1880), born in Fluvanna Virginia, was Confederate cavalryman with Jeb Stuart, frontier scout during Indian Wars, cowboy and actor. Before his untimely death at age 39, Texas Jack became a legendary figure in the Old West as a Western showman performing dramas on the stage throughout the country and was immortalized in dime novels published around the world. He is buried in Leadville, CO. CONDITION: very good, good spring loaded specialty beveled glass mount. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221670/JS). $400-600.

4644. FINE GENERAL NELSON MILES CABINET CARD & NELSON MILES SIGNED ENDOSEMENT 1877 AT TONGUE RIVER CAMP. Cabinet card shows Miles in Major General’s dress uniform with hat, epaulets and sash. There is a clipped signature of Miles in photograph sleeve signed “Nelson Miles USA”. The furlough document has several endorsements including autograph signature of Nelson Miles, Colonel 5th US infantry, and Alfred Terry Brigadier General, Sheridan’s AAG signs for him. CONDITION: cabinet card is very good to fine, document is very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21888/JS). $500-700.

4645. RARE INDIAN WAR ERA PHOTO OF 9TH US CAVALRY

“BUFFALO SOLDIERS” IN BATTALION INSPECTION. 8.5” x 5.25” photo of 9th US Cavalry at right side of line posed for inspection wearing dress cavalry helmets first introduced in 1872, details of several faces of the black men, especially NCOs at far right can possibly be identified. On the left side of line, Infantry is posed with rifles with attached bayonets, Buffalo Soldiers to right posed with carbines with white officers in front of line, distinctive flag pole with American flag behind men in front of barracks at Ft. Niobrara, Nebraska. “Battalion Inspection—Fort Niobrara, Neb” imprinted. CONDITION: goodvery good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21931/JS). $600-800.

& “MAY LILLIE”

4646.

TO GEN. JM DUNN, FT. CRAIG, NEW MEXICO TERRITORY 1883. Full standing view, Denver photographer, wearing Prairie belt, his signature wide brimmed Stetson style hat, Winchester 1873 carbine laid against table. Poetic 8-line inscription on verso, 20 years before he became known as the “Poet Cowboy” “..accept this humble token rustic shadow of your friend purest thoughts are oft unspoken sunshine oft with shadows blend. Let this photo then remind you of a comrade wild and free and whenever I may find you. you will find a friend in me”. Signed: “JW Crawford / Capt Jack / Chief of scouts / U.S. Army / Ft Craig, Dec 12 ‘83”. At this time Captain Jack was the “post trader” at Fort Craig, he continued in this role even after the foreclosed in 1885, continuing to be caretaker of the old military post. Captain Jack had a long and colorful life with many chapters, his ten years at Fort Craig with the army and later friend to the Indians and post trader are just one. CONDITION: fair to good, toned, soiled, image light, small chips on edge, strong bold ink inscription. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21938/JS). $500-700.

Both cabinet cards by Sword’s Brothers photographers, York, PA. Pawnee Bill (1860-1942) & May Lillie (18691936) stars of Pawnee Bill’s Wild West Show were husband and wife. (May Lillie) Mary “May” Manning was born on March 12, 1869, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. May met Gordon William Lillie who became famous as Pawnee Bill while attending Smith College in 1886, they married same year. Gordon Lillie’s wedding gift to his bride was a pony and a Marlin .22 target rifle. In 1887 May debuted at a sharpshooter for Pawnee Bill’s Great Wild West Show and was billed as “the greatest Lady Horseback Rifle-shot of the World”. May traveled the country with her husband’s show and was one of the first women to perform as an equestrian and shooter in American Wild West shows. May suffered a shooting injury during an act in 1899 that required two of her fingers to be amputated. While on tour in 1907, May gave a speech to women in Chicago, she said: “Let any normally healthy woman who is ordinarily strong screw up her courage and tackle a bucking bronco, and she will find the most fascinating pastime in the field of feminine athletic endeavor. There is nothing to compare, to increase the joy of living, and once accomplished, she’ll have more real fun than any pink tea or theater party or ballroom ever yielded”. Eventually, May and Gordon settled in Pawnee, Oklahoma, on Blue Hawk Peak. They built a cabin, established a buffalo herd, and in 1910, completed work on their Arts and Crafts style home. May was the hands-on manager of the Lillie Buffalo Ranch. She believed in the buffalo’s importance to the heritage of the American West and to Plains Indian culture. CONDITION: good overall, soiled, scuffed.

PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21939, 02-21940/JS). $600-800.

PRESENTATION CABINET CARD PHOTO, JW “CAPTAIN JACK” CRAWFORD

4647. “PAWNEE BILL”

CABINET CARDS.

4648. INSCRIBED & SIGNED WITH RHYME CABINET CARD PHOTO, JW “CAPTAIN JACK” CRAWFORD ON HIS 49th BIRTHDAY, 1896. Full standing view, NYC mount. Wearing buckskins and signature flat brimmed hat. Inscribed at bottom: “MY birth day Mar. 4th 1896 49 & to da[te] / yours in clouds or sunshine. / J W Crawford / ‘Capt. Jack’”. In 1896 Crawford was the “Cowboy Poet”. CONDITION: very good, card appears remounted as signature panel slightly clipped at edge and bottom. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221945/JS). $500-700.

4649. RARE OVERSIZED SIGNED & INSCRIBED PHOTO OF “CAPTAIN JACK” CRAWFORD, 1883, FT CRAIG, NM. 8.25” x 4” photo by Baker & Johnston, Evanston, WY who are best known for series of circa 1881-1882 native American cabinet cards. This unusual size format studio photo shows Capt. Jack posed against painted backdrop wearing rawhide fringed fur lined coat, 1850 eagle buckle belt, boots with attached spurs, and his signature broad brimmed hat. Signed at bottom “yours truly, JW CRAWFORD / Capt. Jack / Chief of Scouts”. Reverse signed again “To JH Alexander compliments of JW Crawford / Capt. Jack / Ft. Craig, NM Jany. 1st 1883” in a postscript he asks “How would this do for a 3 sheet or litho / Jack”; Alexander must have been his publisher. CONDITION: very good image, about 2” vertical crack at base. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221950/JS). $500-700.

4650. CAPT. JACK “POET SCOUT” PHOTO BY WITTICK, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, WINCHESTER & COLT. 8.5” x 5.25” large photo of full standing “Capt Jack” view holding model 1873 Winchester rifle, wearing belt with tooled double loop holster containing Colt model 1878 Double Action Frontier revolver with hard rubber Colt logo grips. Light imprint at bottom of emulsion “Capt Jack the Poet Scout”. CONDITION: good clarity, soiled. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21951/JS). $400-600.

4651. LARGE FORMAT PHOTO OF FORT APACHE ARIZONA 1884. 12.5” x 10” albumen photo by Ben Wittick mounted on larger board. View shows Fort Apache during its heyday w/ all of its original buildings. After the capture of Geronimo in 1886, the significance of this military base declined & later became a Indian school after the turn of the century. CONDITION: good to very good overall, one small chip in bottom right corner of image, scattered chipping & staining to edges of mounting board. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21985/JS). $400-600.

4652. PHOTOGRAPHS OF GENERAL NELSON MILES AND 10 CHIEFS WHO MADE PEACE WITH HIM. 8” x 5” mount with Grabill 1891, Deadwood, Dakota Terr imprint: “INDIAN CHIEFS WHO COUNCILED WITH GEN. MILES & SETTLED THE INDIAN WAR”, listed are “Standing Bull”, “Bear who Looks back Running with the Big White Horse”, White Tail, Liver Bear, Little Thunder, Bull Dog, High Hawk, Lame, Eagle Pipe”. General Miles image is cabinet card from Cincinnati studio. CONDITION: good overall, crease in Miles card. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21993/JS). $400-600.

4653. RARE PHOTOGRAPH OF FORT BOWIE, ARIZONA TERRITORY, CIRCA 1885. 8.5” x 5” albumen view of Fort Bowie by Baker & Johnson, well known Wyoming photographers of Native American series 1881-1882. CONDITION: good overall, one chipped edge of mounting board. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21995/JS). $400-600

4654. GROUP OF 6 INDIAN WAR ERA PHOTOGRAPHS OF SOLDIERS. 1) Cabinet card up two artillerymen in front of Sibley tents with infantry camp and background. 2) Cabinet card, Co. H, 8th US infantry. 30 10” x 8” photo of Co. B, 8th US Cavalry, Ft Meade, SD, 1896. 4) Junction City, Kansas cabinet card of cavalrymen at rest. 5) 8” oval albumen on larger board, full standing view of elegant posed mounted artilleryman, Shenandoah, PA photographer. 6) Framed photo 8” x 7” exposed image, 22nd US infantry, NCOs and Junior officers with camp scene backdrop. CONDITION: overall good-very good images. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21996/JS). $400-600.

4655. RARE JOSEPHINE “JOSIE” EARP AUTOGRAPH LETTER. This wonderful 11 page detailed ALS signed “Josephine E” written in 1924 is quite revealing concerning unflattering articles written about Wyatt “filled with lies” in Randolph Hearst newspapers. Letter is written to John Flood, their business manager, Josephine puts on the return address, “W. Earp, Telegraph me please”: she tells Mr. Flood that Wyatt is sick and for him to write a personal letter to William Randolph Hearst telling him how “grieved Wyatt is about the article”, “ask him to retract”. “The article lied every word of it and must have been in with the Cow Boys and must have given a wrong name”, “and please say that in the early days up tombstone his father George Hurst came to W[yatt] and his brother Virgil asking for protection from some of the toughs in tombstone as he was going out to look at a mine and W[yatt] took him out on horseback and stayed with him ten days. For which after he returned to San Francisco sent Wyatt a nice watch for being so nice to him. The very few letters known of Josephine Earp mostly come from the estate of John Flood that have occasionally sold in auction over the past 20 years. Josephine Earp (1861-1944) Best known as Wyatt Earp’s third wife. In her most recent biography, there is little doubt she worked as a prostitute and was responsible for Johnny Behan’s divorce, Behan a long time rival of the Earps was turned down by Josephine with his proposition for marriage. By 1881 Josie was living with Wyatt as man and wife. Wyatt’s second wife Mattie was also a prostitute who continued in her trade after Wyatt left her, dying from opium overdose in 1888. Why it always called his wife “Sadie” which was her nickname throughout her wildlife in Tombstone. After Wyatt’s death, she made everybody call her Josie or Josephine. Josephine was Wyatt’s constant companion for 48 years till his death in 1929, after her death 15 years later, she was buried beside him. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: well researched current biographical data of Josephine Earp. CONDITION: very good including envelope PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22019/JS). $1,000-2,000.

4656. EARLE R. FORREST ARCHIVE, WILD WEST ARCHIVE. Earle R. Forrest (1883-1969) was historian, author, photographer & cowboy. Forrest wrote several books from his interviews obtaining firsthand accounts. This archive includes two page framed letter written in 1932 by a survivor of Little Big Horn; Edward Pighorn, two 8 page letters written by California Joe’s grandson; Joe Milner in 1928 detailing life in Deadwood and reminiscences of Wild Bill Hickok, California Joe, and Colorado Charlie. An undated letter from Iron Eyes Cody thanks Forrest for photo and permission to use in his forthcoming book on sign language. There are two typed annotated 200+ pages each for two books: “Wicked Dodge” with signed cover letter to Caldwell Idaho publisher, 1937, stating: “I have just completed the rewriting of the manuscript of WICKED DODGE… along the lines that you suggested”, 256 numbered pages. (not collated). The second typed draft is for “life of California Joe”, numerous annotations and corrections, over 200 pages, highest numbered page 254, some pages are missing (not collated). Some of Forrest’s papers are archived at University of Arizona. Published books include: “Missions and Pueblos of the Old Southwes”t (1929), “Arizona’s Dark and Bloody Ground” (1926), “California Joe” (1935), and “Lone War Trail of Apache Kid” (1947). CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. v(02-22010/JS). $500-1,000.

4657. GREAT CABINET CARD PHOTO OF MAN AIMING RIFLE, WITH COLT LOGO GRIP SAA. As his young admiring daughter watches her dad aim Winchester saddle ring carbine or some other saddle ring, lever magazine rifle wearing two bullet belts, including one with double loop holster containing Colt SAA with eagle and Colt logo hard rubber grips. Interestingly in photograph are a pair of large rowel Western spurs in the foreground and dad has a corked flask of whiskey in his back pocket. CONDITION: very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21923/JS). $200-400.

4658. SCARCE CABINET CARD PHOTO OF TRICK SHOT EXPERT “LILLIAN SMITH” WITH WINCHESTER 1873 RIFLE. Lillian Smith (1871-1930) became a part of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West in 1886 at age of 15, she was a star along with Annie Oakley for 3 years then left Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show in 1889. She later joined the Miller Brothers 101 Ranch Wild West production. Lillian retired from performing in the mid-1920s and lived out the rest of her days in a cabin along the banks of the Salt Fork River in Oklahoma. CONDITION: very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21926/JS). $300-400.

4659. CABINET CARD PHOTO OF CROOKED POKER GAME & COLT SAA REVOLVER. Poker game with four questionable characters. Colt single action army sits on table in front of one player, another solid frame pistol (Merwin &Hulbert or similar) in front of another, two players are exchanging cards under the table & one has a queen in his pants cuff. Guns are coming off table soon. CONDITION: very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21927/JS). $200-300.

4661. 14 WESTERN SHERIFF’S ARREST WARRANTS & OTHER DOCUMENTS. 1) 1881 subpoena for Josefa Baca & others, NM territory vs. Cleto Erecirras, notation “Defendant not arrested, Pat. F. Garrett”. 2) Lincoln County, NM, 1880 grand jury indictment of Thomas Sellman, John Gunther, Charles Snow & others for 1878 murder. 3) 1879 subpoena, Lincoln County New Mexico, NM Territory vs. Frank Rivero, signed by Sheriff George Kimball & deputy John Witherspoon. 4) Bond for Joe Franklin, Oklahoma, 1912, for having unlawful distillery. 5) 1880 Texas, Navarro county, Texas vs Willis McGhee, unlawful, willful & habitual carnal intercourse. 6) 1894, state of Wyoming vs Earl D. Murry, stealing horse, 6 shooter, & knife. 7) 1896, Indian territory vs. William Jones, William Crittenden, & E. V. Nix assisting in escape of outlaws at Guthrie. 8) 3 documents 1898, Navarro County Texas vs. D. L. Blackman, signed by deputy MB Chilcoat. 9) 1883 Wyoming, subpoena for Henry Kerney signed by Sheriff Frank M. Canton who was a previous bank robber turned lawman. 10) 1897, state of Texas arrest warrant for Etta Clarke, for running House of prostitution signed by Sheriff F. B. Summers. 11) two 1892 State of Texas charged for keeping a house of prostitution, signed by Sheriff RB Johnston & GG Walton. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: few descriptive sheets. CONDITION: good to very good, light staining. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22028/JS). $500-1,000.

4660. CDV “JJ MARASEK SALOON” ROCKVALE, COLORADO. Probably unique view of establishment with large “SALOON” banner and a few of the regulars standing out front. Verso inscribed “JJ Marasek Saloon”. John Marasek is listed in Rockvale city directory as saloon keeper. CONDITION: good, light faded. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21929/JS). $200-300.

4662. SHERIFF PAT GARRETT SIGNED ARREST WARRANT. Autograph Endorsement Signed “P F Garrett” Sheriff, Nov. 19, 1898 on verso of detailed tipped on full sheet in Spanish for arrest of “Scott Stewart” in New Mexico Territory, Dona Ana County. CONDITION: ink text and signatures are fine, tipped in page is cracked at fold, stained, good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21980/JS). $600-800.

4663. GROUP OF OVER 50 CRIMINAL PHOTOS INCLUDING JESSE JAMES GANG. 9 scarce images from original negatives of Northfield Minnesota photographer Ira Sumner, each image has his mark and names of the killed potential bank robbers: James Younger, Miller, Stiles, Pitts. Captured photo of Bob Younger and earlier photo of Frank & Jesse James, plus murdered Bank Teller Joseph Haywood. Other images are from police departments showing images and “occupations” of wanted criminals. 7 images show profile and head shot with inked details on verso. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0222001/JS). $500-700.

4664. PAIR OF SCARCE CABINET CARD PHOTOS OF LILLY LANGTRY. Two fine Victorian photos of the elegant Miss Lilly Langtry (1852-1929) who Judge Roy Bean named the town of Langtry, TX after in 1882. As famous as she was, her images from this era are quite scarce. CONDITION: very good. PROVENANCE: from Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221989/JS). $400-600.

4665. RARE PHOTO OF “YOUNGER’S CAVE”, HIDEOUT FOR JESSE JAMES & YOUNGER GANGS. Photo by D. D. Watts, Montrose, MO. The cave is situated on a bluff on Osage River in west central Missouri near Monegaw Springs. During the Civil War, the Younger’s lived nearby and were familiar with old Osage tribal lands where this is situated. CONDITION: good image, early gelatin image mounted on previously used photographic board, board chipped & cracked. PROVENANCE: Jesse Somer Younger Collection; Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0222000/JS). $400-600.

4666. VERY RARE 25¢ MINERS BANK OF ALTA-CALIFORNIA

NOTE “PAYABLE IN GOLD DUST”, CIRCA 1850. 3.5” x 2.25”

unsigned remainder St. Francisco, CA- Miners Bank of Savings of Alta-California 25¢ 18__. Rare and unknown bank, where a few obsolete notes are known, all remainders. Note misspelling of San Francisco. Another example sold in John Ford sale at Stacks 2005 for $3750. CONDITION: good, complete, 2 corners folded under, creased & folded. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22004/JS). $400-600.

4667. FIRST HAND DESCRIPTION OF “FETTERMAN MASSACRE”.

6 pages from Ft. Kearney written by Thomas H. Mallory to Albert Holman Dec. 29, 1866, six days after Colonel William Fetterman and his command were wiped out near Fort Kearney by Cheyenne and Sioux led by Crazy Horse and Red Cloud. “On the 21st instant one of the most horrible massacres… took place 4 miles from this place…The Indians had been throwing themselves insight along this Ridge nearly every day… some of the most daring ventured within a few 100 yards of the Fort. They had once been driven off and followed up by about 75 cavalrymen… one Lieutenant and a Sergeant was killed… approach nearer the Fort and seemed more anxious to have a fight. Col. Fetterman with the command of 79 started out to drive them off, or, as the soldier said who volunteered to have some fun, under orders from the Colonel commanding the post not to go beyond the Ridge out of sight… contrary to those orders the command crossed the Ridge and soon the regular discharges of small arms were heard the firing was kept up for about an hour, then all was still… nothing but Indians were insight and they were just finishing their hellish work of scalping and mutilating the bodies… not one of the 81 men who went out was left alive…”. Much more detail as mutilation of bodies, and further actions. There is a page missing at end but postscript page has full signature. Rarely seen lot and content from such a historic event. CONDITION: good to very good, light staining. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22027/JS). $400-600.

4668. THREE “WANTED POSTERS”. 1) “BROKE JAIL / ALBA W DENNETT / THE MURDERER / $300 / REWARD” 1877, 13.5” x 8.5” exposed under mat of framed poster, albumen photo attached. Dennett (1850-?) had killed his own infant son who he had fathered while in law school. He placed the baby in a canvas sack weighted with bricks and threw him into the Milwaukee River. He was never found after his escape. Appears very good, not examined out of frame. 2) Wells Fargo. San Francisco. small flyer for arrest of 2 forgers. June 13th. 1889. good overall. stained and toned. 3) 11” x 8.5” “WANTED FOR FORGERY” George H. Carpenter, escaped from Jacksonville, FL, 1888, attached albumen photo of mustachioed felon. Matted on acid free board with archival hinges and archival tape repair to left edge, good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21981/JS). $300-500.

4669. THREE CIRCA 1880 PHOTOS OF SHERIFFS.

1) City Marshall, Mexico, Missouri, cabinet card, bearded subject wearing large “CITY SHERIFF” marked badge. CONDITION: good contrast in detail heavily scuffed edges specially on bottom left corner. 2) 8” x 5” lengthwise view of jurors & Sheriff Robert E. Lindsay; all identified on Verso, trial lasted several weeks before a guilty plea was found in the murder trial, Hallidays Cove, WVM, May 9, 1887. CONDITION: image is good overall with soiling and staining. 3) Hamburg, Iowa back marked cabinet card of unidentified lawman wearing star badge. Subject appears to be missing his left hand appears as a nub resting on unknown contraption on table at his side, interesting content. CONDITION: good overall, about half inch chip in emulsion, soiled. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21969/JS). $300-400.

4670. GROUP OF 14 19TH CENTURY COLORADO PHOTOGRAPHS.

Most of the images are 7” x 4.5”, 10” x 8” mount largest. 9 images are Georgetown views, WH Jackson view of Durango, 3 town views with no ID, stereoview of Black Hawk. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (0221986/JS). $300-400.

4671. 1876 CENTENNIAL EXHIBITION, UNITED STATES FIREARMS STEREOVIEW. Large stereo card photograph with overview of crowded arms displays, also in lot is Pennsylvania advertising card for the 1876 exposition. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21990/JS). $200-400.

4672. OHIO STATE PRISON “SOUVENIR” CABINET CARD PHOTO OF 23 INMATES EXECUTED FOR MURDER 1897-1905. Cabinet card shows famous electric chair “Old Sparky” and 23 inmates executed with brief histories on verso. CONDITION good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21997/JS). $200-300.

4673. FAMOUS PHOTO OF 1909 ADA OKLAHOMA LYNCHING OF 4 CRIMINALS. 6” x 4” gelatin photo mounted on unmarked board. Early morning, April 19, 1909, citizens who paid a visit to the Frisco barn in downtown Ada, Oklahoma, encountered a shocking scene—four men hanging from the rafters. In late March and early April authorities had arrested the four men, including assassin Jim Miller, for the brutal shotgun killing of Allen Augustus “Gus” Bobbitt, a popular rancher and former deputy U.S. marshal. Bobbitt had been an exceptional officer— the right hand of U.S. District Attorney Andrew Cavitt “A.C.” Cruce—and a crusader against crime. Testimony given at Miller’s preliminary hearing a few days earlier had strongly implicated him and the other three men. The criminal justice system at the time was shaky. Untold vigilantes lynched the 4, justice had been served—frontier style. CONDITION: fair, chipped edges, light faded. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21925/JS). $200-400.

4675. 7 WESTERN PHOTOS. 4.5” x 3.75” images; one with white ink “NEW MEXICO / INDIAN VIEWS”. Interesting group of images which appear to have African American Buffalo soldiers, reservation Indian police, and other cavalry views. CONDITION: good-very good, versos have glued remnants of paper where taken from album. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21928/JS). $300-400.

4674. 2 CABINET CARDS OF COWBOY & CAVALRYMAN. 1)

“Henry A. Albert” ink signature, full standing view holding Springfield carbine, riding boots and spurs, prairie belt with 45-70 cartridges and revolver on his side, campaign hat, gauntlets, dark lace up shirt. 2) Cowboy with wooly chaps, Colt single action revolver with carved ivory grips. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22003/JS). $400-600.

4676. GOOD TINTYPE OF TWO COWBOYS HOLDING COLT SAA REVOLVERS. 3.75” x 2.5” loose plate clean & clear, scarce image of real working cowboys both dressed up for this photo with ties, both wearing Stetson style hats, seated cowboy has military eagle sword belt buckle & cowboy boots. Standing cowboy is wearing a single loop cartridge belt. Both pose with Colt single action army revolvers across their chests. CONDITION: very good. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21917/JS). $300-500.

4677. TWO TINTYPES WITH REVOLVERS, COLT OPEN TOP ARMY. 2 unmounted tintypes. 1) 3.5” x 2.5” shows two gentleman; one more refined with top hat, one a cowboy with broad brimmed hat, holding what appears to be a Colt 1871 or army conversion, also in his pocket is a Remington army revolver. CONDITION: overall fair, crazed, chipped and stained, old mounting tape. 2) 3.25” x 2.25” shows two characters pointing small 22 or 32 revolvers at each other. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21918/JS). $300-400.

4678. GREAT WESTERN RAILROAD POCKET WATCH. Open face, gold filled, RR dial graduated in 60 minutes, Swiss 17-jewel movement, engraved American patriotic eagle & shield on reverse. CONDITION: good overall, worn, possibly works as it kept time for 10 min while cataloging. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-22005/JS). $200-400.

4679. HIGH GRADE MODERN LEATHER BELTS, HOLSTERS, & MORE. This lot includes 1 pistol cartridge belt in cream & brown leather, marked “42” & “SAN PEDRO SADDELRY TOMBSTONE”. The belt is complete with two brown leather pistol holsters. / 1 White canvas & black leather shotgun cartridge belt, marked “36” & “DILLON MAKER ARIZONA TERRITORY”. / 1 Dark brown leather shotgun shell & pistol belt, marked “MURPH’S CUSTOM LEATHER CHINA GROVE, NC.” / 1 Black leather pistol belt with silver star-in-circle decoration, marked “THE CARVER”. Belt is complete with two black leather pistol holsters with similar star-in-circle design. / 1 Brown leather & white canvas small women’s or child’s shotgun shell & pistol belt. / 1 Brown leather decorated pouch with black trim to fit on a belt. / 1 Brown leather belt pouch with three compartments. / 1 Brown leather pistol belt with silver floral conchos & matching holster. Belt & holster are well-made but unmarked. / 1 Pair of brown leather cuffs with tooled decoration. / 1 Black leather belt pouch with starin-circle decoration. / 1 Brown leather pistol holster with black trim. / 1 Brown leather pistol holster with silver concho decoration.

CONDITION: most items look new and as manufactured. (02-22478/BF). $300-500.

4680. UNIQUE POLICE BADGE MANUFACTURER’S SAMPLE BOARD. 75 badge designs shown on both sides of sample board. Also a later leather case sample with fitted badge sample NYC Detective inside. Not sure who this manufacturer was as only one sample with locality markings are Washington State seal on one badge. CONDITION: very good overall, green painted board has no badges missing, supported on edges by iron banding and bars painted black. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21543/JS). $1,500-2,500.

4681. FINE TOOLED COWBOY STYLE CHILD’S SADDLE, CIRCA 1900. This child-sized saddle measures approx. 17” long and 12” wide. Saddle is complete with matching tooled, shrouded wood stirrups. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: descriptive sheet. CONDITION: very good overall; the high edge of the back is scuffed; brown leather has most of its finish remaining. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21638/JS). $600800.

4682. LARGE CASED SILVER MEDAL AWARDED WILLIAM READ & SONS, BOSTON FOR BEST BREECH LOADING DOUBLE GUN UNDER $100, 1878. 3” diameter, .35” thick solid silver medal from St. Louis Bench Show & Sportsmen’s Association. Beautiful relief struck hunter & Native American with longarms and hunting dogs. Dan Lefever won first prize overall for the best breech-loading shotgun in America. CONDITION: very fine in original presentation case by St. Louis jeweler Mermod & Jaccard & Co. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21695/JS). $500-700.

4683. QUACKENBUSH MECHANICAL CAST IRON GALLERY TARGET. 12” heavy steel concentric bullseye target, if a shot hits the bullseye in the center, a bell is wrong and painted steel duck appears above the target. Mechanism on reverse, with 3” pasted label of Quackenbush patent and manufacture, Herkimer NY, circa 1900. CONDITION: very good overall, loss of white paint on target, duck painted highlights are good, functions well. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21697/JS). $600-800.

4684. UNMARKED ANTIQUE QUAKENBUSH STYLE AIR GUN. Cal. 25. S# 13775. Half octagon & round 21 3/4” barrel with blade front sight & notch rear sight. Barrel break action with sliding trigger guard compacts spring. Walnut cheekpiece stock with Scheutzen style buttplate. CONDITION: metal has brown patina appearance with faint traces of blue & scattered peppery oxidation & handling marks. Buttplate shows oxidation & 1 missing stock screw. Fair stock shows wear & marks. Fair bore with pitting. (02-22358/MD). $600-900.

4685. DANCE RASP, BIRD & SNAKE DESIGN. 17” overall, full figured carved duck on top, snake carved on either side, notches cut on top edge; when rubbed with another stick musical sounds are made, similar device is known in Hopi culture. CONDITION: very good overall some original paint remains. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21476/JS). $400-600.

4686. INUIT WHALEBONE & WOOD IMPLEMENT & SNOWSHOES. 50” overall, 6” carved whale bone handle attached to wooden shaft with old, inked accession number, 9” spiral cut whalebone long dished out blade is attached by baleen as is the handle, a sinew cord is run between the whalebone handle and tip, sinew cords attach three carved well patinaed marine ivory accessories to this tool of unknown use to this cataloger. About midway of wood shaft is fossilized ivory tooth with fresh break. The carved whalebone and ivory pieces have rich patinas probably excavated and attached to this shaft possibly for museum display. Accompanying this most interesting tool are a pair of early sinew and wood snowshoes with an old Sotheby’s auction tag. CONDITION: good to very good overall with the noted break to the 1” fossilized ivory tooth. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21474, 02-21514/JS). $600-800.

4687. 19TH CENTURY INUIT CARVED REINDEER ANTLER & SCRIMSHAWED HORN SPOON. Once part of a headpiece, still retaining raised carved nib for attachment on one side of base, opposite side nib broken off and well patinaed showing it was gone for long time. Scrimshaw is very old showing raised edges around cuts in design. One side has 4 detailed reindeer with exaggerated antlers, other side has one reindeer and geometric design. 7” horn spoon has simplistic floral and “man-in-the-moon” scrimshawed. CONDITION: antler is well patinaed and very good, spoon deformed and has insect damage. PROVENANCE: Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection. (02-21634/JS). $500-700.

4689. LARGE QUANTITY OF VINTAGE AMMO BOXES. Several vintage empty ammo boxes (47 total) including 9 green & red, Remington UMC Kleanbore .45 Colt, 12 green & red Remington Kleanbore 44 Winchester (44-40), 11 green & red Remington Kleanbore 38 Winchester (38-40), 3 green & red Remington UMC Oilproof 44 S&W American, 10 blue, yellow & red Western 32 Short rim fire, 1 blue, yellow & red Western 45 Colt Lubaloy & 1 green & red Remington Oilproof 32 S&W long centerfire. CONDITION: Most boxes are readable, & solid, retaining their original shape. Some scratches & rolls but few tears w/ most retaining their structural integrity. (02-21088./JZ). NONGUN. $400-600.

4688. MASSIVE PREHISTORIC URSUS SPELEAUS (CAVE BEAR) SKULL. This massive beast roamed the Earth most recently, 28,000 - 27,000 years ago. The Cave Bear (Ursus Speleaus) was plentiful around, and remains discovered in England, Belgium, Germany, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Greece. This particular example came from the Bihor Mountains of Romania & is estimated to be 30,00050,000 years old. To give an idea of just how massive this skull really is, for comparison, the B&C World Record Alaskan Brown Bear measures 17 15/16” in length, while this behemoth measures in at 20”. In very nice condition, the entire skull has a tan to brown hue & is very complete, even including all teeth. The lower jaw is in 2 pieces, though remaining complete. PROVENANCE: From the Lifelong Collection of Glen E. Mattox. (02-18966/JZ) $6,000-10,000.

4690. LARGE GROUPING OF PRIMERS FOR RELOADING. Grouping of reloading primers including the following: Approximately 850 CCI No. 35 50 BMG, 5,000 # 9 1/2 Remington UMC Large Rifle, 5,000 Winchester WLR Large Rifle, 3,000 Winchester WLP Large Pistol, 10,000 Winchester WSP Small Pistol, 10,000 Winchester WSR Small Rifle. CONDITION: All are in factory packaging, mostly sealed in boxes illustrating no sign of poor storage.. (0222710/JZ). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.