Late 19th to early 20th Century American Made Surveyor's Transit, by Eugene Dietzgen, Chicago, in original case with all accessories. Transit rests upon a spirit level on top of an incremented circular wheel with four adjustable feet, the bottom of which is threaded to screw onto a tripod. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 30%-40% original black finish over brass with brass showing thru. All adjustment wheels respond to tuning. Optics are clear. Box contains scribes, adapter plate, and weighted bottle of liquid mercury. Nomenclature label is missing. Est.: $200-$400.

Lot of Three (3) Civil War Items: (1) U.S. Cartridge Box for .58 cal. musket, marked ''Wilkinson & Cummings, Springfield, Mass.'', with thickly embossed U.S. marked brass plate affixed. (2) Buff leather breast sling with original eagle shoulder plate affixed. (3) Civil War Cavalry hat cord. Condition to all items is good to very good. Cartridge box with crazing to leather, minor wear, and tarnishing to U.S. plate. Buff shoulder sling with soiling and age and minor verdigris at corners of plate. Hat cord shows little use and is of new old stock. All items purchased from Bannerman's pre-1940. Est.: $400-$600/lot.

Revolutionary War Period American Gang type Bullet Mold, by Renson, 16'' overall with 6'' walnut handles, five cavities at .69 cal., and one cavity at .75 cal. Tip with rectangular steel locator that can also be used to open the mold after cooling. Condition is very good with light overall pitting. Wood handles show wear from use; left handle with repairs and missing brass attaching ring. A unique and seldom seen variation. Est.: $350-$500.

U.S. Model 1833 Sword Belt Plate, two pieces of cast, sand-mold brass, as pictured on page 13 of the book, entitled ''Belts and Buckles'', by Kerksis. This two-piece plate was adopted in approx. 1836 for all enlisted personnel who were armed with a sword and continued as regulation until 1851 when replaced by the 1851 pattern sword plate belt. In 1847, it was also prescribed for the Sapers & Miners (Engineers) to carry with heavy sword bayonet particular to them. It was mfg'd by both private contractors and at arsenals. This is also the same type plate used with white buff leather belt for the 1833 pattern foot Artillery sword. Condition is excellent with light to moderate patination, but overall complete and original. From the Col. Evan Murdock collection. Est.: $250-$500.

U.S. Model 1851 Eagle Sword Belt Plate, with matching numbered clasp and plate (Z166), 3-3/4''x2'', showing early Federal eagle, from the collection of Col. Evan Murdock. Condition is excellent with very light patina and minor thinning at the highpoints of wings and shield. Back of buckle has old glue from previously mounting to display board. Est.: $350-$500.

Eagle for Model 1858 Hardee Hat, bullion and sequins embroidered on a black baize material, measuring approx. 2-1/2''x3'' and tapering narrower near arrows and olive branch. Authenticated by various sources. Also included is a vry minty newee old stock Civil War era Hardee hat hatband. Condition is excellent with very slight patination to bullion, and two small moth nips on either side of eagle's talon; back side with multiple moth nips, but detracts little. A beautiful and difficult to obtain Civil War insignia. Hatband is minty. From the collection of Col. Evan Murdock. Est.: $500-$750/lot.

Bronze Bust Statue of President Abraham Lincoln, by John Rogers (1829-1904). This classic American sculptor is known for his mass-produced plaster images of early American life, as well as 80 castings of Civil War nature, did only twio bronze sculptures in his lifetime. One bronze was of Picket's charge and this one of Lincoln. This gilded bronze bust shows Lincoln with a remorseful and worried look on his face as the President. Bronze is signed on back ''John Rogers, New York''. Dimensions are 5'' in height and width, 4'' in dia., on circular black marble plinth. Condition is very good. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Rare Confederate Engineer Two-Piece Convex Button, with script ''E'' on plain background, lightly gold washed, marked ''H T & B/*Manchester*'' on flat back with punchdot border. Mfg'd in England and smuggled thru the blockade. (See ''Uniform Buttons of the United States 1776-1865'', by Warren K. Tice, pages 229-230, CSE200A1.) Condition is excellent showing light discoloration to gold wash, with no dents or dings; silvered back shows some minor tarnishing. Stand-up shank is intact. A rare Civil War artifact that would be difficult to improve upon. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Extremely Rare and Desirable Confederate Engineer Two-Piece Convex Button, with Germanic ''E'' on plain background, gold washed, marked ''S. Isaacs Campbell & Co./London/St. James St.'' on flat back. Mfg'd in England and smuggled thru the blockade. (See ''Uniform Buttons of the United States 1776-1865'', by Warren K. Tice, pages 229-230, CSE212A1.) Condition is excellent showing only very minor discoloration to gold wash, with no dents or dings. Stand-up shank is intact. A highly desirable Civil War artifact of large size and unsurpassed condition. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Confederate Engineer Two-Piece Convex Button, with Germanic ''E'' on plain background, lightly gold washed, marked ''Van Wart Son & Co'' on flat back. Mfg'd in England and smuggled thru the blockade, intended for well-to-do Southern officers. (See ''Uniform Buttons of the United States 1776-1865'', by Warren K. Tice, pages 229-230, CSE221A1.) Condition is excellent with very minor patination and no dents or dings. Stand-up shank is intact. Very collectible. Est.: $400-$600.

U.S. 1902-1916 Officer's Insignia, with multi-variations, some regimentally marked, and some reserve marked. A total of 30 individual pieces, some appear to be sterling silver. Condition to all is excellent with light patination. Est.: $300-$500/lot.

U.S. 1902-1916 Engineer Officer's Castle Insignia, with multi-variations, some regimentally marked, some section marked, and others divisionally marked. A total of 28 individual pieces, many sterling silver. Condition to all is excellent. Some of have been modified for mounting on display board. Est.: $600-$800/lot.

Bronze Bust Statue of Gen. Robert E. Lee, by Frederick Volck (German-Conf. American, 1833-1891). Frederick Volck sculptured this original bronze bust of Gen. Lee in 1863 when he was asked by the Confederate War Dept. in Richmond, VA. This sculpture was to rally the troops as well as the Southern people when the Civil War was still raging with no end in site for either side. Volck was employed in the Confederate Naval Ordnance Dept. and took exact measurements of Gen. Lee, as well as Lee's horse Traveler. In 1863 Volck cast a limited amount of these bust statues of Lee, as there was a limited amount of bronze available to the Confederacy, as most of the bronze was used in cannons and other armaments of war. This bronze is from the original terra cotta done by Volck. Approx. 19'' in height, 8'' in width, 12'' in length, weighing approx. 50 lbs, on 2'' circular black marble plinth. The front of the bust is inscribed in block letters ''Robert E. Lee''; the backside is! also inscribed in block letters ''Frederick Volck, 1863, Richmond, VA''. Condition is excellent, having been refinished to its original state. Est.: $2,000-$4,000.

Bronze Bust Statue of Gen. Ulysses S. Grant, by Frederick Volck (German-Conf. American, 1833-1891), executed of then-President Grant in 1869 in the same imagery of Gen. Lee, which Volck previously created in 1863. Volck was grateful of Gen. Lee's treatment by Gen. Grant at Appomattox when Gen. Lee signed a Peace Treaty with the USA. It is recorded in Grant's diary that Lee visited Grant several times at the White House, where Lee presented Grant with this statue. Bust is 18'' in height, 8'' in width, 12'' long, weighing 50 lbs, signed and dated on the backside ''Frederick Volck, 1869, Richmond, VA''. Condition is excellent having been restored to its original condition. Est.: $2,000-$4,000.

Continental Percussion Single Shot Pistol, by Henre & Son, NSNV, .36 cal., 10-1/4'' tapered octagon barrel, lightly engraved dolphin-head hammer, sideplate and triggerguard; one-piece walnut halfstock, hickory rod, finished in the white, with nickel silver accents. Condition is very good as repaired with German silver panel to left side of stock above trigger. Metal surfaces with light carbon spotting, as does sideplate, and minor discoloration to stock at butt. Est.: $300-$500.

English Screw-Barrel Flintlock Pistol, marked ''John Thomson/Warranted'', .44 cal., 4'' screw barrel, finished in the white, drop-down trigger, nicely engraved on both sides with Stand of Arms, European walnut bag grips, with hammer safety lock and original spanner, with old style Birmingham proof and view marks. Mfg'd 1780-1820. Condition is excellent. Pistol may have been lightly cleaned at one point and remains in the white. Grips with one repair. Action functions as designed, bore is smooth and even. Est.: $450-$600.

English Centerhammer Flintlock Screw-Barrel Pistol, .50 cal. ball, 2-3/4'' octagon barrel, left side marked ''Wallis'', right side marked ''Hull'', bottom of barrel and frame with Birmingham proofmarks; both sides are engraved with Stand of Arms, with single piece bag-type walnut grips. Ca. 1770-1810. Condition is about fine. Barrel with very light minor erosion. Muted and silvering case colors to frame and hammer. Bag grips show light marks from handling. Upper tang screw is lightly marred. Est.: $500-$750.

Spanish Flintlock Pistol, approx. .58 cal., 11-1/2'' barrel, 18-1/2'' overall, Spanish flintlock action, brass mountings, with bone and horn decorated ramrod. Made for the Persian trade with tapered round barrel. Condition is very good showing some repairs to stock, carbon spotting to metal, but otherwise remaining a very attractive firearm from the early 19th Century. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Tower marked Flintlock Pistol, from the Revolutionary period, approx. .68 cal., 9'' barrel, full-length European walnut stock, lock marked ''Tower'' and crown-''GR'' with broadarrow markings. Brass pommel and triggerguard, correct button-head steel rammer remains. Early British proofmarks to top of barrel. Condition is very good with some repairs to forend area of stock at right side. Butt pommel with scuffs and scratches, losses near ramrod channel, and moderate general discoloring to barrel. Action functions as designed. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Irish Percussion Coat Pistol, by Alley, Dublin, .56 cal., 9-1/2'' octagon barrel, checkered walnut halfstock with silver mounts, twin gold bands at breech of barrel and gold front sight blade, lockplate with light engraving, and Stand of Arms both to triggerguard and lockplate. Rosewood and horn rammer with steel tip and worm. Condition is very good with light general toning, moderate flattening to checking, fissures eminating from lockplate screw on left side, and missing forward triggerguard screw. Action functions as designed; silver furniture with light tarnishing. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Centerhammer Percussion Screw-Barrel Pistol, by Westwood, London, .45 cal. ball, 1-5/8'' round barrel, lightly engraved frame with floral vignettes, Birmingham proofs, marked ''Westwood'' on left side and ''London'' on right, with finely checkered walnut bag-shaped grips, German silver escutcheon at wrist, and similar percussion cap trap in butt. Condition is very good to near fine with light scuffs and scratches and minor discoloring to barrel. Grips show light to moderate flattening. Action is sound, smooth bore is fine. Est.: $400-$600.

Finely Cased English Pepperbox Pistol, .36 cal., 6-shot, 3'' cylinder, 8'' overall, light foliate engraving, finely checkered walnut grips, with Birmingham proofs. Cased in mahogany box with Charles Osbourne retailer marked box lined in green baize, with accessories. Condition is very good with most metal parts showing light scuffs, wear, and minor burnishing. Grips with moderate wear. Box is of unique construction with double dust checks, coarse green baize lining, with bullet mold, pewter oiler, cap tin, and small copper flask with decorative leaf motif. Box remains in good condition with water spotting to lid; missing one latch (which appears to be a common variety). Key is correct and original. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

English Pepperbox Pistol, by Southall, .36 cal., 3'' barrel group, lightly floral engraved frame, triggerguard, and buttcap; plain walnut grip panels. Barrel flutes with ''Birmingham'' and ''Manchester'' proofs. Condition is good to very good with moderate carbon spotting and very light pitting. Grips appear to be very well-made replacements, with more modern screw and escutcheon. Action functions as designed. Est.: $300-$500.

Six-Shot Pepperbox Pistol, by E. Hastings, Colchester, England, #2018, .36 cal., 3'' blue barrel group, nickel silver frame, walnut bag grips. Right side of frame marked ''Improved Revolving Pistol''; left side marked ''Hast. Colchester'', with light decorative engraving. Condition is good to very good retaining most of the original varnish to the grips, light toning to the frame, with a scuff to metal finish on right side partially obscuring letters in the word ''Revolving''. Barrel group shows moderate toning and discoloration. Action indexes and functions as designed. Est.: $400-$600.

Victorian Cavalry Saber, by ''Hicks & Son, Leadenhall St., London, E.C.'', 33'' lightly gold washed and etched blade, 39'' overall, with triple wire wrapped skateskin handle, pierced guard with large crown-''VR'' cypher, leather strap and portapee. Condition is very good with toning to nickel-plated handle from age and minor discoloration of grip but no real losses. Blade needs light cleaning. Est.: $400-$600.

Victorian Cavalry Saber, marked ''Millar/Armourer/Drill Hall/Dundee'', 23'' blade, 38-1/2'' overall, with wire-wrapped skate handle, gilt brass backstrap, pommel, and handguard, with tooled pierced guard showing Victoria's crown-''VR'' motif. Leather-covered steel scabbard is marked ''Olson & Sons, 1899, London''. Chape and drag are nickel-plated steel. Condition is excellent. Handle shows some thinning to scales but beautiful intricate wire wrap is intact. Some gilt remains in protected areas, but overall the guard has just lightly toned. Brown leather scabbard shows light scuffs, scrapes, and minor discoloration; chape with moderate corrosion. A beautiful late Victorian house Cavalry saber. Est.: $500-$750.

Silver-Mounted Naval Dirk and Sheath, 4-1/2'' double-edge cast steel blade, 8-1/4'' overall, checkered ivory handle, silver mountings, crossguard, and scabbard. Dating from the early 19th Century. Condition is excellent with minior carbon spotting to blade, minor shrinkage cracks to ivory portion, and light toning to silver components. Est.: $500-$750.

U.S. Ancient & Honorable Artillery Company Sword and Belt, ca. 1870-1890, 29'' curved blade, 33-1/2'' overall. The Ancient & Honorable Artillery Co. of Massachusetts is the oldest chartered military organization in North America and dates back to the French & Indian War. Formed in 1637, Gov. Winthrop granted them a charter in March 1638. Grip is wire-wrapped leather-covered wood; there is ferrule at the base of grip which is surmounted by a backstrap which extends to form a cover for the semi-bird's head pommel. Guard is a half-basket pattern. Beautiful two-hanger leather scabbard with chape, throat, and centerpiece of brass. Belt is of leather construction with three lame bands, buckle, and three-button fastener; double sword hanger present. Condition is very good overall. Sword with some old dried grease in the fuller, with carbon spotting near ricasso. Wires remain mostly tight with approx. 60%-70% leather remaining to handle with some wood showing thru at ap! ex. Scabbard remains remarkably complete with no losses to stitching, light scuffs, and minor dings near drag. Leather washer is present and complete. Belt is in fair condition with wear to Moraccan leather back of sword hangers, tarnishing to lame, with some damage from poor storage. Overall a very nice ensemble nearly 140 years old. Est.: $300-$500.

Emerson & Silver NCO Sword, 32'' blade, 38'' overall, obverse marked ''Emerson & Silver/Trenton/NJ''; reverse marked ''US/DFM/1863'', in scarce correct steel scabbard with brass throat and chape; drag additionally inspector marked ''DFM''. Condition is very good with carbon spotting and light erosion to blade. Scabbard retains approx. 50% original paint, balance having flaked off, with some toning and erosion. Chape and throat with light to moderate dings and scuffs and moderate patina that matches grip. Leather washer is present and complete. Est.: $500-$750.

Early to Mid-19th Century Texas or Mexican Dragoon Saber, 28-1/4'' blade, 33-7/8'' overall, four-piece iron guard, wire-wrapped bone/ivory handle, with brass pommel. Cast steel blade with feathered arrow marking at ricasso; detail line to both sides near spine, scalloped guard with crosshatch and details to secondary guard, much in the style of period and regional made spurs. Condition is overall very good with moderate to dark carbon spotting, dings, and aberrations throughout the cutting edge. One iron member of the guard has gone missing. Grips show nice mellow patina; wire wrap is tight. Est.: $500-$750.

U.S. Cavalry Saber, by Starr, contract of 1812-1813, marked ''P/HHP/N.Starr'' to right side of ricasso, 39'' overall with 34'' blade, delivered in time for actual use during the War of 1812. ''HHP'' stands for then inspector Henry H. Perkin; knuckleguard is also stamped ''P''. Handle is leather-covered wood. Scabbard is 35'' long with two-ring hanger, japanned black finish, with abbreviated drag. Condition is about very good with moderate carbon staining to blade. Grip retains approx. 65% lightly flaking crazed black leather. Iron knuckleguard has toned dark. Original leather washer shows only slight losses at upper edge. Scabbard has mostly toned dark but some original finish remains. A great early sword with nice markings. Est.: $800-$1,250.

American Mounted Officer's Eaglehead Sword, 31-1/2'' etched blue blade with gold accents showing stylized ''US/of/A'' markings, 37'' overall, with carved bone handle, and silver-plated guard. Leather scabbard with silver-plated brass throat. Sword dates from 1820-1835. Condition is very good. First 1/3 of blade is blued; balance shows moderate toning and light pitting. Silver plate to guard and eaglehead has thinned to approx. 40%. Scabbard with splits and complete loss of stitching; chape is missing. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

Scarce Wm. Jackson Spearpoint Bowie Knife, 9-7/8'' blade, 14-3/4'' overall, with pinned stag grip scales, nickel silver eliptical handguard, and vacant plaque. Left side marked ''Wm. Jackson & Co./Sheaf Island Works/Sheffield''; left side also marked ''Rio Grande Camp Knife''. In period English scabbard. Condition is very good to fine. Blade shows light cleaning. Grip with professional and near imperceptible repair to right scale. Scabbard with stitch losses to front side of loop and losses at tip. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Rare and Extremely Desirable U.S. Model 1834 Eagle Cartridge Box, by James Boyd, of black leather construction, with original buff leather strap, and 26-hole wooden cartridge block atop three-compartment tin tray, measuring 10'' across, 6-1/2'' to center point of flap, 2-1/2'' deep. Front flap is border decorated in vine/acorn/leaf motifs; center of flap with oval measuring 5-1/2''x3'' with Federal eagle clasping arrows and laurel branch, surmounted by the letters ''US''; above is embossed the U.S. motto ''E Pluribus Unum'' in a scroll type banner. The regulations for the Government of the Ordnance Dept. 1834 describes the Infantry cartridge box exactly as given in the 1835 Army Regulation. Originally purchased from the Arthur Jackson collection by Ray Houser in the 1960s. Arthur Jackson was from an extremely wealthy family and spent all of his time and lots of his fortune hunting down U.S. military arms and artifacts. As his collection went to auction upon his death! , L.A. arms dealer Ray Houser was able to talk the family out of auctioning the accoutrements, many being sold to him outright. These boxes were used during the Mexican War and are correct for many flint and early percussion U.S. longarms. Condition is excellent showing light general crazing to finish, light wear at edge of folds, and clear mfg.'s stamp (''Made by James Boyd''). Box appears unused with no evidence of ammo being inside. Buff cross sling shows just moderate soiling and very little wear at it loops thru the iron buckles at base of cartridge box. Interior tarred cloth cartridge cover shows only light checking to edges. A beautiful early cartridge box that would enhance the most advanced pre-Civil War military collection. Est.: $8,000-$12,000.

U.S. Model 1847 Sword Bayonet with Scabbard for Sappers & Miners Musketoon, with cast brass hilt and handle with eagle feather design, socket and locking ring, by Ames Mfg. Co., mfg'd 1855, 27'' overall with blade length of 22'', ricasso is marked ''U.S./ADK/1855''; reverse is marked ''Ames Mfg./Chicopee, Mass.''. Pommel is lightly marked ''ADK/RHKW'' (Andrew D. King/Robert Henry Kirkwood Whitely). The first 200 Sappers & Miners saber bayonets were completed by Feb. 7, 1847, and Ames requested that the blade fullers be removed from the design in future orders. Later in that year an additional 250 were delivered without the fullers. It is estimated that only approx. 500 bayonets were produced in this configuration in 1855, with an additional 33 being mfg'd in 1856. Few have been noted. Condition is excellent with clear markings, minor carbon spotting to blade, light patina to bronze handle, with correct and original large felt washer remaining to blade side of guard! . Original scabbard shows light patina at both throat and chape. Leather with minor crazing, very strong stitching, with all eight rivets in place. Scabbard finial tip has gone missing but is common to many period scabbards (easily repaired or left alone, as detracts little from this scarce and original pre-Civil War ensemble). Est.: $3,500-$5,000.

Spearpoint Bowie Knife, marked ''Rose/New York'', 9-1/16'' blade, 14-1/16'' overall, steel guard 2-5/8'' long with ball finials at each end, nickel silver mountings with clamshell motif to pommel. One-piece checkered rosewood grips, which are often seen on Rose-made knives. Leather scabbard is approx. 9-1/4'' long with nickel chape and throat; chape is crudely marked ''1861'' (knife appears to be much earlier). Condition is fine with light carbon spotting, minor losses to primary edge, with light flattening and very minor losses to grip. Scabbard is original with very small scalloped edge at top of chape; back of throat with steel belt stud. All original stitching is retained with general flaking to tan finish. Est.: $6,000-$8,000.

Early U.S. Militia Officer's Sword, ca. 1790-1820, 28'' blade, 34'' overall, blade with traces of light etching showing Stand of Arms with Liberty cap, and possible snake type riband marked ''New York''. Brass crossguard and knuckle bow, with reeded bone/ivory handle. Blade with sweeping early curve and broad fuller extending nearly the length of blade. No scabbard. Condition is very good overall with thinning to originally very light etching, moderate carbon spotting, and light pitting to blade. Brass hardware with light patina, darkening to grip, and original leather washer is present with light cracks and minor chips. Pommel nut is loose and should be tightened. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Militia Infantry Officer's Sword, ca. 1840-1860, 31'' blade, 36-1/2'' overall, with reeded bone/ivory handle, distinctive militia helmet pommel and down-turned counterguard, with double edged blade and near full-length fuller. Crossed quillions are connected by a heavy link chain. Blade is etched with floral designs, and patriotic symbols such as eagles, Stand of Arms, and U.S. shield. Pommel is cast to resemble a helmet with barred visor and large plume. Counterguard is decorated with a relatively high relief eagle on a stylized sunburst. Scabbard for this particular piece is now missing but was undoubtedly silver-plated brass with little ornamentation. Condition is about fine. Etched design on blade is mostly visible with light even wear and moderate carbon staining. Grip shows light general wear with one lengthwise fracture along ribbed area, which is barely visible and detracts little. Brass furnishings show light wear. A fine example of a pre-Civil War mil! itia sword, many of which were owned by later commissioned Civil War officers. Est.: $750-$1,000.

1850 U.S. Mounted Foot Officer's Sword, by Horstman, 35'' overall with 30'' blade, in 31-3/8'' two-hanger steel scabbard. Wire wrapped sharkskin grip, pierced brass guard, with Phrygian helmet pattern pommel. Blade is lightly etched with Stand of Arms and U.S. patriotic motifs; reverse with large U.S. legend. Condition is good overall with blade showing moderate carbon darkening and light wear to etched scene. Wire wrap remains mostly intact; sharkskin covering with moderate overall wear. Guard has come partially loose from pommel cap. Scabbard with dark overall toning but should clean. Est.: $250-$500.

Model 1913 Patton Saber, with scabbard, marked ''US/27255''; reverse marked ''SA/1914''. The last functional saber issued to the U.S. Cavalry, designed by then-Lieut. George S. Patton after his return from the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm. Condition is very good with light general overall carbon spotting to blade and toning to guard and pommel. Late scabbard with good color, light wear, and some additional lacquer added at throat. Est.: $500-$750.

German Single Shot Percussion Pistol, by C.L. VonFieckt, .52 cal., 8'' partial octagonal barrel, Germanic scroll engraved lockplate, hammer, and safety mechanism; maker's name and Berlin address to top flat of barrel, checkered European full-length stock with horn forend cap, ebony ramrod with horn tip. Pistol marked with the numeral ''2'' on upper tang, possibly indicating one of a set. Lightly engraved brass furniture with floral motifs. Condition is very good with light toning to metal surfaces. Stock with small losses and minor repairs near muzzle. Moderate flattening to checks at wrist, with repaired crack eminating from apex of upper tang showing repair and filler work. Overall a very attractive and well-made Continental single shot pistol. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Cased Set of European Single Shot Percussion Pistols, numbered ''1'' & ''2'', approx. .50 cal. rifled barrels, 10'' octagon barrels, carved fruitwood stocks, with light French scroll engraving to hammers, sideplates, tangs and breeches area. Triggerguards, butt caps, and screw escutcheons are similarly adorned. Case is complete with bullet mold, unmarked European powder flask, rosewood hammer, nipple wrench, and wooden container for perc. caps, all in rosewood French-fitted case lined in red cotton velveteen. Condition is fine with light carbon spotting and minor use to pistols. Stocks show light use, as do accoutrements. Handle of nipple wrench with stress fissures from shrinkage. Case shows extensive repairs and regluing. Replacement interior lid, when removed, has traces of an old French receipt dating from the mid-19th Century. Exterior of case shows light sanding and very minor restoration, with flush-mounted brass handle. Est.: $2,400-$3,200/pair.

French Tape Prime Transitional Revolver, NSNV, ca. 1848-1855, approx. .44 cal., 5-5/8'' part-round barrel, lightly engraved in Continental style, with burl walnut two-piece grips, and lanyard loop in butt. Features unique under-lever rammer. Condition is excellent showing only minor carbon spotting to white finished metal. Minor scuffs and impressions, and very light shrinkage to walnut grip panels. Action remains crisp, bore is excellent. Revolver shows little evidence of use in over 15 decades. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Medium-Frame European Pinfire Revolver, possibly Galois, #82, approx. 12mm, 6'' round barrel, with integral platina filigree work to barrel flats, flat side of frame, backstrap and triggerguard; cylinder is crosshatched with platina dots in all squares; finish is predominately blue, grips are bag-shaped bone ivory. Condition is very good retaining approx. 40% thinning and flaking blue. Grips with nice patina. Ejector rod is missing (easily replaced). Action is crisp, trigger return spring needs adjustment or replacement. Est.: $350-$500.

Antique Belgian LeVaux Double Action Revolver, #11132, .44 CF cal., 5-1/2'' sextagonal barrel, blue finish, bone ivory grips, marked ''D.D. LeVaux'' to left side barrel flat. Small switch at forward edge of frame releases ring-type extractor. Dating from the mid-1870s. Condition is very good with overall silvery gray patina. Grips with nice mellow toning. Crisp and tight action, with a bore that is good. Est.: $400-$600.

French Model 1892 Double Action Revolver, #G76317, 8mm, 4-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, checkered walnut grips, with lanyard loop in butt. Pistol used from 1892 up to and following WWI. Many actually saw service during the Algerian conflict in the early 1960s. Pistol is unique in that by unscrewing the large screw to right side of frame, the entire action swivels open exposing all small parts for easy cleaning and maintenance. This G-series pistol was mfg'd between 1895-1897 at the St. Etienne Arsenal. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 90% of its blue with light corrosion at highpoints from holster use. Action remains crisp, bore is about fine. Striker has been modified for parade use and should be replaced if one intends on firing it. Est.: $200-$400.

Belgian Double Action 5-Shot Rimfire Revolver, marked ''The Puppy'' to topstrap, #181Rm .22 Short RF cal., 2-3/8'' blue barrel, blue cylinder, bright frame (probably originally case hardened), bird's head ebony grips, with folding trigger. Complete in its original purple velvet nickel-trimmed fitted case. Most likely mfg'd by B. Coiner of Paris and Italy, as similar examples have been noted with these markings. Condition is fine to near excellent. Barrel and cylinder finish has thinned to approx. 60%, with silvering to frame, hammer, and folding trigger. Grips show very light wear. Action functions as designed, bore is very good. Case with wear and discoloration to forward edge of lid; silk interior of lid shows some fraying; fitted area with minor discoloration from pistol impression. Case also contains one additional compartment for cartridges. Est.: $400-$600.

NeverFail Gopher Trap Gun, NSNV, .38 blank, brass and steel construction, marked ''Pat. Oct. 17-22'' ahead of perforated brass trip plate; brass frame, 6-1/2'' long. Designed for use against gophers and small burrowing animals, this gun is set into a gopher hole and discharges a .38 cal. blank cartridge when tripped by animal. Condition is very good and fully functional, with nice overall medium dark patina to brass and toning to iron parts. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Fine 19th Century Germanic Side-by-Side Percussion Shotgun, NSNV, beautifully gold inlaid to top of rib ''C.L. Schindler in Zella Bey Gotha'', which is repeated in part at both lockplates; 32-1/2'' fine damsacus barrels, with beautifully engraved hammers, lockplates, triggerguard, buttplate, and ramrod receptacle; hammers and sideplates with additional platina inlay. Hammers are adorned in fish head motifs and scrolls; lockplates both possess safety levers and are also engraved in foliate scrolls with fine detail inlay; triggerguard is similarly adorned with ovoid panel showing hunting dog scene. Triggerguard terminates in a fine tight clockspring-type coil. Typical German carved cheekpiece walnut stock with lightly adorned steel buttplate. Rear sling eyelet has been removed and filled. Striped hickory ramrod is present. Condition is excellent showing nice light even patina to damascus barrels, some very minor erosion near nipple shields. Stock shows moderate flat! tening to what would have been shallow checkers to begin with. Action is crisp. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Early 19th Century English Market Gun, by Richard Hollis, London, 4 ga., 43'' half-round half-octagon barrel, massive walnut halfstock with checkered wrist, lightly engraved lockplate, hammer, and tang; nickel silver escutcheons for wedges, ovoid at wrist, with game birds to belly of stock. Breech with two platina bands and London markings in small copper or gold panel. Large ramrod is present. Condition is very good with moderate overall patina to barrel. Scuffs, darkening, and small to moderate losses at edge of forend. One of the two wedges is missing, with fissure eminating from left side lockplate screw. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Brass Cannon-Barreled Naval Boarding Blunderbuss, by Manton, barrel marked ''Manchester'', NSNV, approx. .70 cal. flaring out to 1-1/2'', 14'' brass part-octagon part-round flared muzzle barrel, brass furniture, and rosewood stock; iron lock and hammer marked with maker's name. 12'' triangular bladed spring-loaded bayonet is missing spring. Condition is good to very good showing moderate patina to iron parts, including some frosting around percussion nipple, which partially obscures maker's name. Brass with mellow toning. Rosewood stock with moderate scuffs and flattening to checks. Left side of wooden forend with cracks, glue, and nail repairs. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

British India Pattern Flintlock Carbine, with regimental markings to triggerguard, NSNV, .69 cal., 20'' barrel, bright finish, 9-1/4'' ring bar to left side, brass forend cap, rod mountings, triggerguard and buttplate. Triggerguard marked ''R5/E/43''. Originally produced for the United East India Co. whose Board of Ordnance purchased large numbers to supply British troops after the Revolutionary Government of France declared war on Britain, Spain and Holland in 1793. Produced by a variety of gunsmiths, this lockplate is lightly marked and difficult to read. Many were not marked at all. Condition is very good showing light carbon spotting to barrel. Clear proofmarks at breech. Stock with darkening, dings, and scuffs, with comb very similar to that found on the Brown Bess musket. Cleaning rod swivel has gone missing. A nice example of a difficult-to-find British martial arm. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Brass Cannon-Barreled Naval Boarding Blunderbuss, by B. Woodward & Son, London, NSNV, approx. .70 cal. flaring out to 1-1/2'', 13-3/4'' brass part-octagon part-round flared muzzle barrel, brass furniture, and beautiful rosewood stock. Top barrel flat marked ''London''; iron lock and hammer marked with maker's name. 12'' triangular bladed spring-loaded bayonet functions as designed. Condition is fine to near excellent showing moderate patina to iron parts. Brass with mellow toning. Rosewood stock with light scuffs and minor scratches. No doubt owned by an officer of wealth and prominence. Est.: $2,500-$4,000.

Scarce Model 1817 U.S. Flintlock Common Rifle, by R.&J.D. Johnson, NSNV, .54 cal., 36'' round barrel with three bands, walnut stock with patchbox, steel ramrod, not made for bayonet use. Condition is very good with light to moderate general carbon spotting to barrel. Stock with scuffs, scratches, and very light sanding. Action functions correctly, markings are clear. Est.: $1,800-$2,200.

Belgian Trade Blunderbuss, marked ''PR/EXR/2'', with number on barrel 8225, flared 16 bore, 9-1/2'' partially octagon barrel, one-piece full-length walnut stock, brown damascus pattern barrel, case hardened lockplate, hammer and trigger, with blue triggerguard, and belt hook to left side. Mfg'd 1890-1910. Condition is excellent with light toning to sideplate, minor scuffs and nicks to furniture, minor oil darkening near metal contact points, and light lifting and crazing to original varnish. Action works as designed, blunderbuss shows little use. Est.: $350-$500.

19th Century American Parlor Pistol, by J. Widmer, Newark, NJ, patented Nov. 9, 1869, approx. .177 cal. and powered by a percussion cap, 2-5/8'' actual barrel, 9-7/8'' sighting plane, ring cock, brass frame, triggerguard, and grip screw escutcheon; neatly flared walnut grips reminescent of early S&Ws. Rear sight is adjustable for elevation; front for windage. Extremely well made and seldom seen. Est.: $350-$500.

Unique and Finely Made 19th Century American Underlever Air Rifle, NSNV, approx. .28 cal., 21-1/2'' octagon barrel, 43'' overall, with 1-3/4'' diameter 7'' long air cylinder activated by single pump underlever triggerguard; blue finish, heat-colored Pennsylvania walnut stock with cheekpiece and similar forend, nickel silver buttplate, and underlever channel trim, as well as shield-type escutcheon at wrist. Only marking is the letter ''B'' to left side diagonal barrel flat near breech. Rifle is loaded by twisting breech open where it contacts air cylinder, inserting one .28 cal. ball into the smoothbore breech. Condition is very good. Barrel and air cylinder retain approx. 40%-50% toning blue. Stock and forend with light scuffs and scratches, with split at top of wrist. Gas cylinder does not set in the cocked position and requires some internal work. Certainly a unique and interesting early American oddity. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Early American Parlor Rifle, by Grant & Co., Newark, NJ, #31, 22'' barrel with 5'' actual rifled portion at muzzle; .17 cal. ignited by percussion cap, spur cocking handle, brass frame and forend, with Nov. 1869 patent dates. Stock and brass buttplate are fastened with steel screws. Condition is very good with toning and carbon spotting to barrel. Light scuffs, mars, and moderate patina to brass parts. Stock shows light refinishing and losses at upper tang. Action functions as designed, bore is fair. Serial number is marked inside of triggerguard. Est.: $400-$600.

American Parlor Rifle, by Grant & Co., Newark, NJ, #605, 22'' barrel with 5'' actual rifled portion at muzzle; .22 cal. ball ignited by percussion cap, ring cocking handle, brass frame and forend, with Nov. 1869 patent dates. Stock and brass buttplate are fastened with brass screws. Condition is very good with toning and carbon spotting to barrel. Light scuffs, mars, and moderate patina to brass parts. Stock shows light refinishing and small repairs at upper tang. Action functions as designed, bore is fair. Serial number is marked inside of triggerguard, at end of false muzzle, and rearward portion of true breech. Est.: $400-$600.

U.S. Model 1812 Flintlock Musket, by Springfield, lockplate dated 1813, NSNV, .69 cal., 42'' barrel secured with three bands, bright finished metal parts, button-head steel ramrod, with fenced integral iron flashpan. This 2nd Type musket features small rectangular studs positioned forward of the barrel band, and 1816 dated buttplate. which is correct as the armory was using old parts from inventory. Condition is very good with light carbon spotting to white metal surfaces. Stock shows light to just moderate general wear, dings and scuffs, and coved area to right side of buttstock for cheek. Lock functions well. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Musket, by Springfield, dated 1826, NSNV, .69 cal., 42'' round barrel secured with three iron bands, brown finish, walnut stock, with upper tang dated 1822. This 2nd Type with sling swivels moved from stud to triggerguard. Condition is very good to near fine considering its age retaining approx. 60%+ thinning and toning brown to barrel with evidence of having been reconverted from percussion, specifically moderate erosion to rear portion of barrel, brass flashpan shows crisp internal casting marks. Stock with moderate darkening, general wear, and small losses near apex of lockplate. Action functions correctly. Est.: $600-$800.

Virginia Model 1797 Contract Flintlock Musket, NSNV, .69 cal., 41'' barrel with three iron bands, etched eagle over ''US'' to side of lockplate, metal finished in the white, full-length walnut stock with unmarked iron buttplate, and button-head ramrod. Known by collectors as ''Unidentified Eagle'' or U.S. marked Charleville-style musket. Many early muskets can be found bearing various forms of eagle stampings and simply U.S. markings with no further identification as to maker. Left side of trigger web stamped with the letter ''L'', partially obscurred maker's mark near left side of breech end of barrel just forward of tang. Condition is very good with toning and darkening to metal surfaces. Moderate to near heavy erosion near flash hole and interior of fenced pan. Stock shows very light refinishing and loss to right side of upper tang, as well as repaired fissure emanating near forward point of triggerguard and terminating beneath lockplate. Action functions correc! tly. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

British Baker Flintlock Musket, NSNV, .62 cal., 40'' steel barrel with brass mounts, steel sideplate marked ''A. Baker'', lock finished in the white, walnut stock without patchbox. Brass sideplate, triggerguard, and ramrod mounting hardware, as well as buttplate. Birmingham proofmarks to breech area of barrel. Brass components are somewhat crudely adorned with Stand of Arms motif and artichoke finial. Condition is good with moderate to heavy carbon toning to barrel and metal surfaces. Stock with repairs, scuffs, and oil darkening. Action functions well. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Musket, converted to percussion, by Harper's Ferry, dated 1821, NSNV, .69 cal., 42'' round barrel secured with three iron bands, brown finish, walnut stock. This 2nd Type with sling swivel moved from stud to triggerguard. Condition is very good to near fine considering its age with light to moderate carbon spotting to white barrel, much more pronounced near percussion nipple. Brass flashpan has been modified for percussion use. Stock with moderate darkening, general wear, and wrist area shows evidence of a once installed escutcheon plate of some kind. ''US'' marked buttplate missing top screw. Action functions correctly. Est.: $600-$800.

U.S. Model 1841 Percussion Rifle, by Robbins & Lawrence, NSNV, .54 cal., 33'' barrel with brass bands, steel ramrod with brass tip, brass patchbox and U.S. marked buttplate, walnut stock. Sideplate marked ''Robbins & Lawrence/US/Windsor, VT 1851''. Condition is fair to good with light overall patina. Stock has been cut and reattached under rear barrel band. Rear sight is missing. Hammer screw is an old replacement. Stock shows light sanding and refinishing with nicks and scuffs and minor oil staining. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Smith & Wesson Model 1 2nd Issue Spurtrigger Single Action Revolver, #88065, .22 Short RF cal., 3-3/16'' octagonal ribbed barrel, blue barrel and cylinder, silver-plated frame and sideplate, two-piece flared grip rosewood grip panels. Mfg'd 1860-1868. Condition is very good to near fine. Barrel has thinned and toned to approx. 20%; cylinder with minor pitting and appearing to have been lightly cleaned at one point. Silver plate to frame and sideplate has toned dark and shows very light thinning. Grips with minor scratches and losses of varnish to high edges. Action functions as designed, bore is very good with light frosting in the grooves and may clean somewhat. Est.: $350-$500.

Smith & Wesson Model 2 Old Army Single Action Revolver, #33724, .32 RF Long cal., 6'' barrel, nickel finish, rosewood grips. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90%+ of an old re-nickel, with most of the losses to cylinder and on rear portion of barrel lug. Rosewood grips with light wear at highpoints. Action needs adjustment, bore is fair. Est.: $500-$750.

Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Single Action Spurtrigger Revolver, #15699, .32 RF cal., 6-shot non-fluted cylinder, 6'' barrel, smooth rosewood grips, barrel address marked ''Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass.''. As over 7700 were mfg'd between 1861-1864, it is our belief that this revolver was mfg'd during the early portion of the Civil War. Records show that the 1864 production serial number cutoff was #29359. This was a popular Civil War sidearm often privately purchased by Army officers. Condition is fair to good retaining little original finish. Matching grips retain approx. 70% original varnish. Action remains crisp, barrel assembly with some play, bore is fair. Est.: $400-$600.

New York Nimschke Style Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Single Action Spurtrigger Revolver, #11384, .32 RF cal., 6-shot non-fluted cylinder, 6'' barrel, originally silver plated, smooth rosewood grips, barrel address marked ''Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass.''. As over 7700 were mfg'd between 1861-1864, it is our belief that this revolver was mfg'd during the early portion of the Civil War. Records show that the 1864 production serial number cutoff was #29359. Light to medium coverage Nimschke style scrolls are neatly executed on iron frame, forward edge of cylinder, barrel flats, and at muzzle; light treatment to backstrap and butt. (See page 40, Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson.) A popular Civil War sidearm often privately purchased by Army officers. Condition is good to very good retaining little original finish but with the engraving scrolls remaining quite clear and well defined. Matching grips retain approx. 70% original varnish. Upper hinge pin! shows professional concave modification which detracts little. Action remains crisp and tight, bore is fair. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Cased Pair of Smith & Wesson Model 2 Old Army Spurtrigger Revolvers, #2483 & #2252, .32 RF cal., 5'' ribbed barrels, blue finish, rosewood grips. Ca. 1861. In rosewood fitted case with wirework and decorative central escutcheon, lined in blue cotton velveteen, with oiler, brass cleaning rod, and sealed box of Western .32 Short cal. ammo of somewhat later vintage. Condition: Revolver #2252 shows approx. 20% thinning and toning blue to barrel assembly, 70% thinning and toning silver plate to frame. Grips with general smoothing and light wear to varnish at highpoints. Revolver retains a crisp and tight action, with a bore that is fine to near excellent. Revolver #2483 retains approx. 10%-20% thinning and toning blue. Grips retain approx. 40% original varnish. Action locks up tight, bore is very good. Case with light wear, some refinishing, and minor repairs; interior is about fine. Est.: $2,000-$2,500/set.

Smith & Wesson Model 1 2nd Issue Single Action Revolver, #110090, .22 RF Short cal., 3-1/8'' barrel, silver-plated brass frame, silver-plated steel barrel and cylinder, with rosewood grips. Mfg'd between 1860-1868. Condition is very good retaining approx. 95% thinning and toning silver plate to frame, 10% to cylinder, 40% to barrel. Ejector rod retains approx. 80% blue. Grips show light dings and scuffs, and losses to varnish near high edges of butt. Action is crisp and tight, bore is fair. Est.: $350-$500.

Smith & Wesson Model No. 1 2nd Issue Spurtrigger Revolver, #62400, .22 Short RF cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, 7-shot non-fluted cylinder, and smooth flared rosewood grips. Originally with blue barrel, cylinder, and silver-plated brass frame. Patent dates on cylinder April 3rd, 1855 & July 5th, 1859; top of barrel rib marked ''Smith & Wesson. Springfield. Mass.''. Condition is very good. Barrel assembly has been cleaned revealing white metal with some blue in protected areas beneath rod. Silver-plated brass frame retains approx. 85%+ thinning silver; case hardened hammer has toned gray. Grips retain approx. 40%-50% original varnish. Action is crisp, bore is fair. Est.: $250-$450.

U.S. Model 1855 Tape Primed Percussion Rifle, by Remington, NSNV, .69 cal., 42'' barrel with three bands, brown finish, with walnut stock without patchbox. Sideplate marked ''Remington's/Ilion NY/1857/US''; breech of barrel marked ''P'' over eaglehead; tang marked ''1857/H/97'', with two visible cartouches to left side of stock above trigger; upper tang of buttplate marked ''US''. Unmarked Maynard tape primer compartment. Correct rear sight; front sight integral with forward barrel band. Condition is very good with thinning to brown barrel and moderate carbon spotting. Stock shows darkening near metal contact points and repaired fracture eminating from tang and circling around to apex of sideplate. Cartouches remain approx. 75% clear and visible. Action and tape priming feed mechanism work as designed. A scarcely seen Remington marked variant. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Whitney Model 1841 U.S. Percussion Rifle, NSNV, .54 cal., 33'' barrel, brown finish, two brass barrel bands and patchbox, U.S. markings on buttplate, blued trigger, band springs and screwheads; case hardened lock, walnut stock. Lockplate marked ''E. Whitney/US/N. Haven/1850''. Total production approx. 26,500 under four separate contracts. Condition is very good with dark overall toning to barrel and sideplate; moderate patina to patchbox, triggerguard and barrel bands. Swivels and ramrod are missing. Tang screw is a later replacement. Barrel near percussion nipple bolster shows erosion from corrosive fulminate. Stock remains solid with no cracks, minor losses, and one small repair. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifled Musket, by Springfield, NSNV, .58 cal., 40'' barrel, 1862 dated sideplate, barrel finished in the white, with three-banded walnut stock. Condition is good with light overall frosting to lightly cleaned barrel. Stock with darkening, nicks, scuffs and scratches, and visible cartouches. Light frosting to sideplates and triggerguard. Ramrod is present. Action functions as designed, bore is fine to excellent. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Special Model 1861 Contract Rifle-Musket, by Lamson, Goodnow & Yale Co., Windsor, VT, .58 cal., three-banded 40'' barrel, iron mountings, all metal parts finished bright, with cartouched walnut stock, and correct leather sling. Sideplate dated 1864, which is the variation that lacks the eagle but does bear the three-line markings. Condition is excellent. Metal parts show light carbon spotting and clear inspector's mark. Stock appears to have been very lightly sanded at one point and, although faint, the cartouches are clearly visible. Correct type sling remains subtle and has early brass hook constructed of flat, not round, stock. Correct and original ramrod is present. Action functions as designed, interior of barrel shows little use. Est.: $2,000-$3,000.

U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifled Musket, by Trenton, NSNV, .58 cal., 40'' round barrel with three bands, lockplated marked ''1863/US/Trenton''. Mfg'd by J.T. Hodge & A.M. Burton at the Trenton Locomotive & Machine Co., Trenton, NJ, 1863-1864, with approx. 11,500 mfg'd. Condition is good to very good with moderate carbon spotting to white barrel, corrosion to sideplates near bolster, partially obscurring Federal eagle. Forward sling swivel and rear sight are missing. Stock with moderate general oil darkening. Action functions as designed. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifled Musket, by LG&Y (Lamson, Goodnow & Yale Co.), NSNV, .58 cal., 40'' barrel, 1863 dated sideplate, barrel finished in the white, with 3-banded walnut stock. Condition is about fine with light carbon spotting to barrel, balance of metal pieces need a very light cleaning. Stock is very good with light dings, scuffs, and minor gouges. Action is very good, bore is excellent. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

U.S. Model 1863 Percussion Rifled Musket, by Springfield, NSNV, .58 cal., 40'' barrel, 1863 dated sideplate, barrel finished in the white, with three-banded walnut stock. Condition is about very good with light carbon spotting to barrel, balance of metal pieces need a very light cleaning. Stock is fair to good with light dings, scuffs, loss above hammer, and minor gouges. Action is very good, bore is at least fine with some pitting around nipple bolster from fulminate in perc. cap. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Model 1847 Cavalry Musketoon, by Springfield, NSNV, .69 cal., 26'' barrel with dual brass bands, swivel mounted ramrod, lacking sling swivels, but with the ring bar removed from left side; finished in the white, walnut stock. Condition is good as modified, with light general carbon spotting to the barrel, more pronounced near percussion bolster. Stock with moderate scuffs and scratches, and previous owner's monogram. Small loss at apex of lockplate. Brass mounts show moderate general patina, and ring bar has been removed long ago. Action functions as designed. This specimen is not rifled. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

Joslyn Model 1864 Breechloading Carbine, NSNV, .52 RF cal., 22'' barrel with one brass barrel band, saddlering mounted on left side of stock, blue and case hardened finish, walnut stock. One of the more widely used Civil War Carbines and supplied throughout the war. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 90% lightly toning blue to barrel. Case hardened parts have darkened considerably. Stock with mild oil darkening, scratches, scuffs, and one repair near tang. Brass barrel band has an additional retaining screw in the 6 o'clock position. Bore is very good and should clean. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Sharps New Model 1863 Carbine, #C17650, .50-70 cal., 22'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, walnut stock, with three-groove lined barrel. Post-Civil War, many 1863 Carbines were converted to .50-70 CF and relined with three-groove barrels. These rifles were intended to be used on the Plains but were replaced with the Trapdoors. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 30%-40% thinning and toning finish to barrel. Case hardened frame has turned a silvery gray. Stock with light scuffs, oil darkening a little more pronounced to forend. Action is tight, bore is very good. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

U.S. Springfield Model 1865 Allin Conversion, #NSNV, .50 CF cal., 32-1/2'' bright barrel, 1864 marked sideplate, 1866 eaglehead U.S. marked breechblock, with two-banded walnut stock. Condition is good with light carbon spotting to barrel, thinning and toning to sideplates, and thinning to hammer, latch, breechblock and frame. Stock with moderate scuffs and dings and an additional coat of linseed oil, as well as some darkening near metal surfaces. Ramrod is present. Action is crisp, bore is good. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Rifle, #12758, .50 CF cal., 32-1/2'' bright barrel, 1863 marked sideplate, 1869 eaglehead U.S. marked breechblock, with two-banded walnut stock. Condition is good as arsenal refinished, with dark toning to barrel, silvering to sideplates, and thinning to hammer, latch, breechblock and frame. Stock with moderate scuffs and dings and an additional coat of linseed oil. Ramrod is present. Action is crisp, bore is good. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Military Rifle, #51329, .45-70 cal., 32-5/8'' barrel with pedestal front sight and Buffington rear sight; blued finish, case-hardened breechblock, two-piece triggerguard, walnut stock with faint cartouche and right side faintly marked ''16/601I 2nd''. Condition is good as refinished retaining approx. 80% of a reblued finish with scattered wear and light patches of pitting visible beneath reblue; lock shows original blue. Serial number is very faint. Stock has been sanded and shows light wear and marks. Action is crisp, bore is clean. Est.: $600-$800.

Springfield Model 1868 U.S. Trapdoor Rifle, #14031 and additionally numbered #3524 on right side of barrel; sideplate dated 1873, breechblock marked 1869, .50 CF cal., 32-1/2'' barrel, length of arch on underside of breechblock is 1-7/8'' long, front of receiver forward of breechblock is 2-1/8'' long, which is correct for the Model 1868; the later dated lockplate is probably an arsenal replacement. Original ramrod is present. Condition is good to very good. Metal surfaces originally finished in the white show moderate carbon spotting. Triggerguard and trigger retain approx. 92% of their original blue. Stocks with light scuffs and dings, and minor crack eminating from the area just below the hinge pin. Action is crisp, bore is at least fine. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Model 1873 Trapdoor Carbine, by Springfield, #176919*, .45-70 cal., 22'' barrel, blue barrel, frame, sideplate, hammer and triggerguard; case hardened breechblock and tang, 1873 rear sight, walnut stock with 1881 cartouche, butt with trap and cleaning rod compartment. Condition is overall very good to near fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning and toning finish. Stock with just moderate dings, scuffs and scratches, with 60%-70% cartouche, ''P'' proof, and inverted ''S'' stamped to cheekpiece area of stock. Action functions as designed, bore is very good to fine. Model 1873 Trapdoor Carbines are considered somewhat scarce, as roughly 20,000 were mfg'd. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

U.S. Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle, by Springfield, #263301, .45-70 cal., 32'' blue barrel, blue small parts, case hardened breechblock and tang, cartouched walnut stock. Breechblock dated 1878. Complete with original U.S. military period leather sling and ramrod. Condition is good to very good with some general toning to metal surfaces. Stock shows moderate scuffing, scratching, and oil darkening near metal surfaces; cartouche is partially visible. Action functions as designed, bore is at least fine. Period correct sling, although fragile, is present, showing some losses and thinning at folds. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle, #514895, .45-70 cal., 32'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened breechblock, full-length walnut stock with clear 1891 cartouche, Buffington rear sight, 1884 dated breechblock, and U.S. marked buttplate with trap. Condition is very good to near fine with light general overall toning, some of which may clean. Stock with light moderate scuffs, scratches, and pressure dings. Action is crisp, bore is fine to near excellent. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle, by Springfield, #373007, .45-70 cal., 32'' blue barrel, blue small parts, case hardened breechblock and tang, cartouched walnut stock. Breechblock dated 1878, with ramrod. Condition is good to very good with moderate general toning to metal surfaces. Stock shows moderate scuffing, scratching, some filler repair at muzzle end, and oil darkening near metal surfaces; cartouche is partially visible. Action functions as designed, bore is good. Est.: $500-$750.

U.S. Model 1890 Trapdoor Carbine, by Springfield, #414505, .45-70 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Breechblock dated 1884. Although no Carbines were mfg'd after 1889 and the Model 1890 is purely a collector's term, these Carbines feature specific government alterations with a special protected barrel band. The band has a high hump which acts as a buffer to the sight when it is slipped into a Carbine boot. The front sight of this Carbine features no modification. Condition is good overall. Finish shows thinning, toning, and light corrosion. Stock with some darkening and scuffs. Action functions well, bore is dark. Est.: $600-$800.

U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle, by Springfield, #439427, .45-70 cal., 32-5/8'' barrel, blue finish with case hardened breechblock and tang, walnut stock, with ramrod. Condition is very good with barrel toning an overall silvery brown, with traces of blue intermixed. General darkening to case colors on breechblock and tang. Triggerguard toning a silvery blue with light areas of erosion. Stock has darkened. Action functions as designed, bore is near excellent. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Model 1890 Trapdoor Carbine, by Springfield, #187211*, .45-70 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Breechblock dated 1873. Although no Carbines were mfg'd after 1889 and the Model 1890 is purely a collector's term, these Carbines feature specific government alterations with a special protected barrel band. The band has a high hump which acts as a buffer to the sight when it is slipped into a Carbine boot. The front sight of this Carbine features no modification. Condition is very good overall showing approx. 40% original blue to barrel which is thinning and toning, darkening to case hardened surfaces, losses at both sides of upper tang. Stock with some darkening and scuffs and somewhat visible 1882 cartouche. Action functions well, bore is near fine. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle, by Springfield, #488291, .45-70 cal., 32'' blue barrel, blue small parts, case hardened breechblock and tang, with walnut stock. Breechblock dated 1884, with ramrod. Condition is good to very good with moderate general toning to metal surfaces. Stock shows moderate scuffing, scratching, light sanding, and oil darkening near metal surfaces. Action functions as designed, bore is very good to near fine. Est.: $500-$750.

U.S. Model 1890 Trapdoor Carbine, by Springfield, #415878, .45-70 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Breechblock dated 1873. Although no Carbines were mfg'd after 1889 and the Model 1890 is purely a collector's term, these Carbines feature specific government alterations with a special protected barrel band. The band has a high hump which acts as a buffer to the sight when it is slipped into a Carbine boot. The front sight of this Carbine features no modification. Condition is very good overall as arsenal refinished. Finish shows thinning, toning, and light corrosion. Stock with some darkening and scuffs. Action functions well, bore is near fine. Est.: $750-$1,000.

U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle, #515764, .45-70 cal., 32'' barrel, blue finish, two-banded walnut stock, with ramrod bayonet. Breechblock marked 1884; sideplate with ''(Federal eagle) US/Springfield''; clear cartouche marked 1891. A key piece for any Trapdoor collector as this marks the end of the genre. Buffington rear sight is missing its rear screw. Condition is very good retaining approx. 60% toning dark to barrel. Sideplate is an arsenal silvery blue as is breechblock. Stock shows light nicks and scuffs and some darkening near metal surfaces. Right cheek area shows signs of an old museum tag. Action functions as designed, rifling is at least fine. Est.: $600-$800.

.577 Snider Conversion to English Percussion Rifle, NSNV, .577 cal., 36'' barrel, three-banded English walnut stock, unmarked sideplate, brass triggerguard with Nepalese markings. Condition is good with carbon spotting and lightly cleaned metal surfaces. Stock with oil darkening. Correct function action, fine bright bore. Est.: $300-$500.

Martini-Henry MK II Falling Block Rifle, NSNV, .450-577 cal., 33'' barrel, originally with blue finish, walnut stock and forend, crown-''VR'' markings and ''Enfield 1885''; Nepalese markings to bottom of triggerguard. Condition is good to very good with overall dark patina. Stock shows light sanding. Action is crisp, bore is good. Est.: $200-$400.

Martini-Henry MK IV-1 Falling Block Rifle, NSNV, .450-577 cal., 33'' barrel, originally with blue finish, walnut stock and forend, long lever, crown-''VR'' marking and ''Enfield 1886''. Condition is good to very good with overall dark patina. Stock shows light sanding. Action is crisp, bore is good. Est.: $200-$400.

Danish Model 1867 Rolling Block Rifle, #65948, 11.7x42Rmm, 35.7'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, walnut stock with three-banded forend, and cleaning rod. Breech features unique loading indicator. Upper tang marked ''Kjobenhavn'' (Copenhagen). Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 70% thinning and toning blue to barrel. Faint case color tones to receiver and frame. Stock shows light to moderate dings and scuffs, with all matching numbers. Crisp action, excellent bore. Est.: $450-$650.

Forehand & Wadsworth Single Shot Drop-Breech Target Rifle, NSNV, .38 RF cal., 24'' blue octagon barrel, nickel-plated frame, fancy walnut stock and forend, mid-range tanget sight, flip rear, and globe-type front sight. Mfg'd from approx. 1871 to sometime in the 1880s, with estimated quantities of only a few thousand. Top of frame marked ''Forehand & Wadsworth, Worcester, Mass./Patented Sept. 18, 1860''. Condition is very good to near fine with approx. 75% thinning and toning blue to barrel. Nickel receiver retains approx. 65% thinning nickel. Beautiful figured American walnut stock with professional repair at wrist. Unique action functions correctly, bore is near mint. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Evans Repeating Sporting Rifle, .44 Evans CF cal., 30'' round barrel, blue finish, case hardened lever, walnut stock and forend. Top of barrel marked ''Evans Repeating Rifle, Mechanic Falls, ME.'', with 1868 and 1871 patent dates. Mfg'd 1874-1876. Condition is very good retaining approx. 65%-75% original thinning and toning blue. Stock with light scuffs, dings, and minor oil darkening. Rear stock side screw is missing, but with crisp action and bright bore. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Standard Arms Co. Model M Manual Slide Action Rifle, #1019, .35 Rem. cal., 22'' barrel, ornately cast brass forend and buttplate with game scenes and stylized Standard Arms Co. logo, King's rear sight, Marbles brass bead front sight, walnut buttstock. Mfg'd in Wilmington, DE, from 1909 to 1914. Condition is good retaining approx. 30%-40% original finish. Stock shows darkening and scuffs and scratches. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $500-$750.

Standard Arms Co. Model G Manual Slide Action Rifle, #7477, .35 Rem. cal., 22-1/2'' barrel, ornately cast brass forend and buttplate with game scenes and stylized Standard Arms Co. logo, Marbles tang sight with brass bead front sight, checkered pistol-grip walnut buttstock. Mfg'd in Wilmington, DE, from 1909 to 1914. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90% blue to barrel and mag tube, thinning in pump action area, with general thinning and toning to gray flat sides of receiver. Stock with beautiful reddish brown hue, light flattening to checks, and minor scuffs. Action is crisp, bore is very good and should clean. This rifle represents one of the earliest attempts to employ gas to operate a piston-driven firearm mechanism. This rifle can be used in semi-automatic mode or reconfigured for pump action. Est.: $600-$800.

Frank Wesson Model 1870 Small Frame Single Shot Pocket Rifle, #1221, .22 RF cal., 18'' octagon blue barrel, nickel frame, rosewood grips. Mfg'd from 1870-1890, also known as the ''Sportsman's Jewel'', with approx. 3000 produced. Barrel marked ''Frank Wesson, Worcester, Mass./Patented May 31st, 1870'', with windage adjustable rear sight, and combination ghost-ring blade front. Condition is very good. Finish to barrel has thinned and toned to approx. 65%-70%. Nickel shows light general patination with speckling to frontstrap and small fleck losses overall. Grips are very good with small loss at left panel where it terminates into frame. Action functions as designed, bore is very good to fine and should clean somewhat. Est.: $300-$500.

Remington Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol, NSNV, .50 CF cal., 8'' round blue barrel, case hardened frame, cartouched walnut grips and forend. Mfg'd from 1872-1888, with approx. 6000 made. Standard markings to left side of frame, with ''CRS'' cartouche to grips. Condition is fine retaining approx. 75% thinning and toning blue barrel, 80%-90% vivid case hardened hues to frame with thinning and toning. Grips show light scuffs, scratches and minor dings, with very clear cartouche. Action remains crisp, bore is near mint. A nice example of the scarce 1871 Army Rolling Block. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Remington Model 1891 Target Rolling Block Pistol, NSNV, .25 Stevens cal., 10'' half-round barrel, blue and case hardened finish, walnut grips and forend. Left side of frame marked with standard Remington address and patent markings, ''P-S'' marking connoting military frame not present. Brass blade front sight, and standard as modified buckhorn rear sight. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 20% finish to barrel; 30% case colors on frame mostly having turned silver and gray. Walnut grips and forend show light scuffs and darkening near metal surfaces. Action remains crisp, bore is fair to good with moderate frosting. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Remington Rolling Block Pistol, converted to target use, #3833, .38 Spec. cal., 10'' part-round part-octagon barrel made from cutdown .38-55 Winchester barrel with Winchester markings beneath forend; elevation adjustable rear sight and windage adjustable front; blue barrel and sights, case hardened frame, original factory mild Schnauble forend, and custom made wraparound checkered thumbrest Herrett stocks. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 95% blue on barrel and sights with light wear at muzzle, and thinning and darkening case colors to frame. Grips show light marks from handling. Action and trigger are crisp, bore is bright. A beautiful old school single shot range pistol made from what was available in the pre-war era. Est.: $400-$600.

Remington-Elliot No. 2 New Repeating Pistol, #3801, .32 RF cal., 3-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, smooth hard rubber grips. Condition is excellent as refinished but nicely done, with frame and barrel cluster retaining approx. 95% blue. Case hardened trigger ring shows approx. 40% darkening case colors. German nickel front sight is present. Grips with only light wear and general smoothing. Action functions as designed, barrels are good and should clean. Est.: $350-$500.

Remington Over/Under Derringer, #596, .41 RF cal., 3'' barrels, blue finish, checkered hard rubber grips. Barrel rib marked ''Remington Arms Co. Ilion. N.Y.''. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 10%-20% original blue. Moderate flattening to checks. Action is good, bores are fine. Est.: $300-$500.

Lot of Three (3) Quackenbush Bicycle Rifles, NSNV, .22 LR cal., two with 12'' barrels, one with 10'' barrel, nickel-plated frames, skeleton wire pistol handles, and skeleton stocks. All three variants differ slightly. Condition to all is very good to fine. Blue barreled example has thinned and toned considerably, nickel retained is near 90%. Actions function as designed, bores are all good to fine. Est.: $1,200-$1,800/lot.

Exceptional and Possibly Unused Model 1843 Hall-North Breechloading Percussion Carbine, NSNV, .52 cal. smoothbore, 21'' round barrel secured by two barrel bands, iron mountings finished in brown lacquer, case hardened breech, niter-blue breechblock lever, bright barrel band spring, double cartouched walnut stock, with buttonhead ramrod. Breechblock marked ''US/S. North/MIDLtn/Conn./1847''. Condition is excellent showing no evidence of use and retaining approx. 98% fine lacquered brown finish. Case hardened breechblock shows mild thinning and very slight spotting to top portion. Percussion nipple shows virtually no use. Bore appears mint and unfired with traces of protective grease throughout. Stock with very minor dings and scuffs from storage. Triggerguard bow shows only one very minor scuff to edge and retains virtually all of its original finish. A beautiful example of the same type Carbine that outfitted the 1st and 2nd U.S. Dragoons during the Mexican War a! nd many Union Cavalry regiments throughout the Civil War. Est.: $7,500-$10,000.

Rare and Desirable H. Slotterbek Model 1874 Sporting Rifle, #C52X31, in scarce .38 cal., 30'' part-round brown barrel marked ''H. Slotterbek, Los Angeles'' in gabled manner over ''Cal''. Left side flat marked ''Gain Twist/Wart/Silver Steel''. Case hardened frame, checkered pistol-grip walnut stock, with nickel silver ovoid plaque in left and right cheek area and just above triggers, as well as details at pistol-grip cap, toe of stock at buttplate, sunburst motif forward the lever on forend, details to both sides of forend wedge and bottom of forend, making for eleven added German silver detailed ornaments. Brass buttplate, Germanic Pennsylvania type rifled cheekpiece, thick base mid-range vernier tang sight, with many other small details such as small cut-out to receiver ring to allow for better grip and tang sight adjustment; ivory blade front sight, fancy pewter end cap, and finely made adjustable double set triggers. This rifle was purchased by our consignor in t! he early 1970's from the original family located in the Camarillo area. Condition is excellent. Brown toned barrel shows light thinning to finish at balance area. Stock with minor scuffs, scratches and dings from handling, and very light flattening to checks. Case hardened frame, hammer, lever, and breechblock remain mostly vivid; hues with some silvering at highpoints at wrist area. Tang sight is a slightly later replacement but definitely correct and from the period. There is an additional plug screw hole beneath existing tang sight, thus the ''X'' in the serial number. Original hickory wiping rod has the last 25% broken off but does not show when installed. Action remains crisp, set triggers function as designed, bore is mirror bright excellent. A rare opportunity to acquire an upgraded sporting rifle by a famous 19th Century Southern California gunsmith which remains in stunning condition. Est.: $15,000-$20,000.

Rare and Historic Berdan Contract Sharps New Model 1859 Military Rifle, one of 2000 purchased and issued in 1862, #56739, .52 cal., 30'' three-banded blue barrel, case hardened receiver, breechblock, lock, lever, and trigger plate; barrel marked at breech ''New Model 1859''; rear sight with Lawrence patent markings; forward of that ''Sharps Rifle/Manufg. Co./Hartford, Conn.''; right side of lock marked ''R.S. Lawrence Pat/April 12, 1859'', with ''C. Sharps/Pat Oct. 5, 1852''; left side with standard 1848 dates. Iron patchbox to right side of buttstock, with desirable double set triggers. Roy Marcot gives the serial number range as 54,374 to 57,567. The most famous users of the Sharps Rifle during the Civil War were Berdan's Sharpshooters. Col. Berdan held marksmen's competition for his volunteers. After the competition, it was decided that two regiments of sharpshooters were to be formed. The 2nd Regiment was placed under the command of Col. Post. Initally they w! ere to be outfitted with standard Springfield muzzleloaders, but the Sharpshooters felt they were entitled to a better more accurate rifle, as did Col. Berdan. Col. Berdan turned up the heat and complained to the Secretary of War, Gen. Ripley, Chief of Ordnance, who filled the demand with these special rifles. At first Gen. Ripley tried to pawn off some Colt 1855 Revolving rifles on Berdan, which were hardly better than the Springfields. The initial order for 1000 rifles was increased to 2000 rifles and 200,000 cartridges. The order was placed Jan. 27, 1862, and the rifles were to be delivered in 30 days. Before the company had a chance to begin mfg., Berdan added double set triggers and a dull blue finish to the barrel. These Sharpshooters were employed mainly in skirmishes and fought at many battles, including Malvern Hill, Mechanicsville, Gaines Mill, Glendale, and Gettysburg. At Gettysburg, the 1st Regiment and 200 men of the 3rd Maine faced 30,000 men under Gen. ! Longstreet on Little Round Top. Within 20 minutes the 100 Sha! rpshoote rs fired almost 10,000 rounds. This huge volume of fire allowed Gen. Meade to bring up reenforcements and turn the tide of battle. Many historians maintain that this battle turned the coarse of the war. Condition is fine. Barrel blue has toned gray. Bands retain 60% original finish. Walnut forestock with clear cartouches and some darkening near metal surfaces. Finish to wood surfaces is completely original with no evidence of sanding at any time. Receiver with light to just moderate pitting at highpoints and with traces of case hardened hues having turned silver in protected areas. Buttstock with faint but visible cartouches and oil darkening near metal. Set trigger functions as designed, with crisp action and a bore that is fine. Est.: $8,000-$12,000.

Sharps Model 1874 Meacham Conversion Single Shot Rifle, marked ''45-2-1/10'' (.45-70 Gov't), 30'' heavy octagon blue barrel marked ''Old Reliable Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport, Conn.''; case hardened frame, hammer, and lever marked ''C. Sharps' Pat/Oct. 5, 1852'' to right side lockplate; left side with standard 1848 patent date. Walnut buttstock is checkered at wrist; non-checkered forend with Schnauble top; standard military rear sight, with nickel steel Rocky Mountain type front sight. Rifle features standard Meacham made double set triggers, Meacham type hammer showing very slight variation from original early factory pattern, and Meacham's signature convex bottom rifle grooves. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 92%-95% slightly thinning and light toning blue to barrel assembly. Case hardened frame and lever with approx. 90% vivid slightly thinning tones. Left side frame screws with some aberrations to slots. Stocks remain in excellent condition with light! crazing to original varnish and minor flattening to checks, as well as minor darkening at metal contact points. Action is crisp, set triggers function as designed, bore is bright. An excellent example of a desirable Sharps variation. Est.: $7,500-$10,000.

O.M. Robinson Tube-Loading Rifle, NSNV, .38 cal., 24'' octagon blue barrel marked ''Robinson's Patent Apr-28, 1872'', by Adirondack Firearms, Plattsburgh, NY; 3/4-length magazine tube, niter-blue loading gate, bronze frame and buttplate, with smooth walnut stock; standard wheel adjust rear sight, and Lyman combination front. This example is known as the Model 1872 with 2nd Model frame. It is interesting to note that the Adirondack Firearms Co. was purchased in its entirety by Winchester in 1874; they, in turn, never utilized the patents or marketed the firearms, in effect, absorbing the competition. The variances in configurations are numerous, as these rifles were hand built. Magazine lock-out switch is marked ''Hd''; left side of frame is marked ''Pt''; the number ''5'' is found on the right barrel flat at breech. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 80% thinning and toning blue to barrel and mag tube, nice even patina to brass frame and triggerguard, breech! block has thinned to approx. 30%. Stock with light dings and minor scuffs and some darkening near metal surfaces; stock does not appear to have been sanded, with minor losses near upper tang. Upper tang area between screw and frame with one brass dovetail splice (appears to be filler block for tang sight). Action functions as designed, bore is fair to good and may clean somewhat. Scarce in any configuration. A firearm design that truly worried the founders of Winchester Repeating Arms. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Scarce Model 1833 Hall-North U.S. Breechloading Percussion Carbine, NSNV, .52 cal., 26-3/16'' round barrel secured by two steel bands, brown finish, case hardened breech, walnut stock, compartment for jag and tool (present) in bottom of butt area, with combination ramrod bayonet mounted in the forend of stock. Carbine features long triggerguard with two finger ridges, with sling ring. Top of breechblock marked ''US/S. North/MIDL'tn/Conn/1839''. It is of note that the Model 1833 Carbine is the earliest percussion weapon adopted by the U.S. Government and is also the earliest adopted breechloader. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% lacquered brown barrel with minor silvering near barrel bands. Breechblock has toned a silvery gray showing some case colors in protected areas. Stock with moderate scuffs, dings and scratches, and mild darkening near metal surfaces. Action functions as designed, bore is smooth with light erosion. Clear cartouche to left side b! ehind action. Est.: $2,800-$3,500.

Shiloh Sharps Model 1874 Single Shot No. 1 Sporting Rifle, #B3510, .40-70 SS cal., 30'' heavy barrel, blue and case hardened finish with fire blue screws, double set triggers, extra-fancy checkered cheekpiece pistol-grip stock, with traditional checkered steel shotgun buttplate, and fancy pewter forend cap; No. 111 Shiloh globe front sight with spirit level, and No. 108 Sharps mid-range tang sight. Condition is excellent showing virtually little to no use. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Retails with options at over $3,500 with approx. a one-year wait for custom rifles such as this. Est.: $2,000-$4,000.

Antique Single Shot Ballard Sporting Rifle, by Ball & Williams, #15683, .44 cal., 26'' octagon barrel, blue and case hardened finish, smooth walnut stocks, with tang sight. Mfg'd from 1862-1865, and marked with Ballard's Patent to right side of frame, Ball & Williams to the left, over ''Merwin & Bray, Agt's/New York''. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 10%-20% original finish thinning and toning, and showing evidence of cleaning. Forend with nicks and scuffs and losses along forward left edge. Buttstock shows scuffs, scratches, oil darkening, and small fracture near comb. Action remains crisp, bore is about fine with well-pronounced lands and grooves. Est.: $600-$800.

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Model Revolver, #51968, .31 cal., 6'' barrel, originally blue and case hardened, silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips, with two-line New York City address. Mfg'd 1852. Condition is good as chemically cleaned leaving an overall flat gray patina. Backstrap and triggerguard retain over 50% of their original silver. Screws show mostly straight slots, with the exception of the lever hinge screw. All visible serial numbers match; wedge is a later replacement, and wedge screw is missing. Grips show fractional shrinkage, yet retain approx. 30% of their original varnish. Action locks up tight, bore is very good to fine. Est.: $350-$500.

Starr Four-Barrel Pepperbox Pistol, NSNV, .32 RF cal., 2-3/4'' lightly engraved steel barrel group, brass frame, side-mounted hammer, button-type trigger, two-piece ivory grips. This 5th Model Starr remains the second most common type of this particular pepperbox. Condition is very good with nice even patina to brass frame. Iron parts show light moderate cleaning. Light foliate engraving remains visible. Stocks fit fractionally large showing light age patina and minor checking and cracking at butt as particular to ivory. Action functions as designed, bores are fair. Est.: $500-$750.

Remington New Model Army Single Action Percussion Revolver, #11701, .44 cal., 8'' barrel, originally with blue finish, nickel-plated triggerguard, two-piece walnut grips. Revolver shows various inspector's initials, ''D'' and ''P'' to left side of frame, ''S'' on triggerguard, and has the topstrap modified for more precise shooting. Nickel silver front blade has also been fitted. Condition is fair to good retaining little original finish, with the exterior showing a gray overall patina. Original grips with losses at butt and very faint cartouche to left grip panel. Screws show deformation to slots. Action remains crisp, lockup is fairly tight, and bore is surprisingly fine. Est.: $300-$500.

Remington Factory Converted New Model Pocket Revolver, #23229, .32 RF cal., 3-1/2'' barrel, smooth factory walnut grips, with light period style engraving possibly accomplished at a later date, showing mostly crisp barrel address and finished in the white. Condition is excellent overall. Grips show light nicks and mars. Revolver shows very little use. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Beautiful Colt Model 1855 Root Sidehammer Revolver, in period arsenal mfg'd black leather holster, #14708, .28 cal., 3-1/2'' octagon barrel, blue finish, case hardened hammer and ramrod, one-piece lacquered walnut grips. Mfg'd 1856. Holster shows features of being made in either a government saddle shop or arsenal, as both rivet and stud bear a striking resemblance to similar issue holsters from places like Watervliet Arsenal and Rock Island. Condition to revolver is near excellent retaining approx. 95% original blue with almost all the losses at muzzle and light micro-scratching to the remainder of the blue. Grips with small pressure dings and minor losses to varnish at high edges. Action functions as when new, revolver appears unfired. Holster retains all stitching and plug is present in end. Stud hole to flap has become somewhat enlarged. Leather exhibits thinning at edges of flap and at hinge portion. An interesting diminutive officer's rig from the pre-Civi! l War period. Est.: $2,250-$2,750.

Factory Engraved Colt 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver, #150605E, .36 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, originally with blue and case hardened finish, silver-plated brass triggerguard, checkered ivory one-piece grips. This early 4th Model with the ''E'' serial number suffix features Gustave Young scrollwork to frame, recoil shield, barrel lug, ramrod hinge flats, as well as triggerguard, backstrap and buttplate. Hammer with typical Young wolf's head treatment. Condition is good showing little original finish, nice well-defined scrolls, and silver only in the most protected areas of triggerguard. Checkered ivory grips with moderate flattening and additional holes, and loss at left toe. Wedge is an unnumbered replacement. Action remains crisp, bore is good with well-defined lands and grooves. Est.: $3,000-$4,500.

Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver, #89263/I, .36 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, brass backstrap and triggerguard, ivory grips, neatly engraved in the Gustave Young style with vignette scrolls, dog's head hammer, with vine stocks terminating in floral motif. Barrel marked ''Address Col. Sam'l Colt New-York US America''. Mfg'd 1858. Condition is good to very good with little overall finish remaining. Cylinder shows moderate erosion but with most of the naval engagement scene still visible. Revolver with some replaced screws, and repairs to ivory grips which show fractional shrinkage. Visible serial numbers are matching, with the exception of the wedge; serial numbers to barrel assembly appear to have been somewhat enhanced. Some loading lever parts may be later replacements. Action is fairly crisp, bore is dark. Est.: $3,000-$5,000.

Colt 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver, #26088, .36 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, beautiful one-piece Mexican snake and eagle carved ivory grips. Mfg'd 1865. Complete in a high quality Mexican mfg'd slim-jim holster with fine tight red stitching, suede-lined interior, and single belt loop affixed with arsenal brass washer and rivet. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 40%-50% finish to barrel assembly. Cylinder shows faint traces of blue in protected areas, with naval engagement scene remaining mostly visible, save for a small area of pitting which runs laterally down the length of the cylinder. Case hardened colors to frame and hammer remain approx. 75% vivid, with silvering to high edges of recoil shield and very light general pitting and scuffing. Backstrap has mostly worn smooth showing little original silver. Triggerguard with silver in protected areas. Grips show light wear and very minor shrinkage, with snake and eagle! motif exhibiting very high detail and only the slightest wear on the high areas with nice attractive mellow toning. Screws show little evidence of turning with the exceptional of the bolt stop screw which only shows minor aberrations. All visible matching serial numbers, with the exception of the wedge which is from a later gun. Safety pins are present; percussion nipples are unobstructed. Revolver shows some, but little, use. Most finish loss appears to be from holster storage. Action locks up tight, bore is excellent. Holster retains nearly all its original stitching with small losses to original exterior finish. Red border work shows thinning. Interior with light areas of fraying where it comes in contact with sharp parts of gun, mainly around hammer. A beautiful Colt Mexican rig dating from the mid-1860s. Est.: $5,000-$7,500.

Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver with California Slim-Jim Holster, #4562, .36 cal., 6-shot, 7-1/2'' round barrel with creeping style loading lever, case-hardened frame, straight cylinder, brass backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips. Left side of frame marked ''Colt's/Patent''; top of barrel marked ''-Address Col. Sam'l Colt, New-York U.S. America-''; ''.36 Cal.'' marked to left shoulder of triggerguard strap. Lightly rolled naval engagement scene, with all matching visible serial numbers including wedge. Mfg'd 1862. Calif. style slim-jim holster shows lightly incised floral creeping vine pattern, with maker's cartouche on flap (partially legible). Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 30%-40% heavily toning blue and case hardened finish. Gripstrap and triggerguard show nice even brass patina. Grips with light to just moderate knackering (more pronounced at butt). Wedge screw appears to be a somewhat later replacement. Action remains fairly ! crisp, safety pins are present but flattened, bore is fair. Holster remains in good to very good condition considering its age; end plug is missing, as is fastening device. Body of holster shows light to moderate scuffs and wear; flap much more so. Est.: $2,500-$4,000.

Colt 1860 Army Percussion Revolver, #157957, .44 cal., 8'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, beautiful one-piece ivory grips. Mfg'd 1866. Complete in a high quality period Mexican mfg'd slim-jim holster with fine tight stitching, suede-lined interior, and single belt loop affixed with arsenal type brass washer and rivet. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% finish to barrel assembly. Cylinder retains approx. 50%+ original blue with light wear at high edges. Case hardened colors to frame and hammer remain approx. 40%-50% vivid, with silvering to high edges of recoil shield and very light general pitting and scuffing. Iron backstrap retains approx. 20%-30% original blue. Triggerguard with silver in protected areas and very thin frosting forward of the bow. Grips show little wear and very minor shrinkage. Screws show minor evidence of turning, except wedge screw which has split. All visible matching serial numbers, including wedge. Safet! y pins are present; percussion nipples are unobstructed. Revolver shows very minor use. Most finish loss appears to be from holstor storage. Action locks up tight, bore is excellent. Holster retains nearly all its original stitching with small losses to original exterior finish. Red border work shows thinning. Interior with light areas of fraying where it comes in contact with sharp parts of gun, mainly around hammer. A beautiful Colt Mexican rig dating from the mid-1860s. Est.: $5,000-$7,500.

Exceptional Early Civil War Colt 4th Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver, #114057, .36 cal., 7-1/2'' blue barrel, blue cylinder, trigger screws and wedge; case hardened hammer, frame, and lever; brass backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips, with all matching serial numbers, including full serial number on wedge. Correct barrel markings ''Address Col. Sam'l Colt, New-York, U.S. America-'', with pin front sight, correct thin type loading lever catch, late large type loading notch to right side of barrel lug, correct early frame with large percussion shield cut-out, typical Hartford knurling to top of hammer, large rounded brass triggerguard, and correct slim wooden grips with light flare at butt. Shipped to Palmers & Bachelders, Boston, MA, October 9, 1861, in a shipment of 100 guns. Cylinder shows full naval engagement scene and date, but is too late for the Ormsby signature. Small two-line Colt's Patent to left side of frame. Condition is about excellent ! retaining 90%+ blue to barrel assembly with some thinning and mild erosion to left side flat. Loading lever with vivid case hues at hinge, thinning and silvering at rod; top side is bright and vivid. Frame and hammer retain approx. 70%+ slightly muted case colored hues having turned silver at highpoints of recoil shield. Hammer with thinning and carbon spotting in the area that sits inside the back portion of frame; visible portions of hammer when closed are mostly bright and vivid with just some minor toning. Trigger retains over 90% original factory blue with very slight thinning at edges. Backstrap and triggerguard show very mellow toning with two small nicks in upward flare just behind the actual triggerguard itself. Grips with light general thinning to varnish and very minor losses at butt edge. Cylinder retains approx. 85% thinning and lightly toning blue, all touch holes are clear, all safety pins are present and sharp (save one which is somewhat flattened). ! Naval engagement scene is crisp; interior of cylinder shows co! nsiderab le amounts of original blue mixed with toning. Bore is bright, action is crisp and tight. All screw slots remain straight and true with the exception of the lower lever screw, which shows only the mildest deformation. This very early high condition Civil War era 1851 Colt Navy revolver does exhibit very slight wear from storage but remains virtually unused. Est.: $7,500-$10,000.

CSA Marked Kerr Percussion Revolver, #11319, .54 bore (.44 cal.), 5-1/2'' octagon barrel integral to frame, blue finish, checkered walnut grips with ''C.S.A.'' neatly stamped in upper area of left grip panel; ''Kerr's Patent'' hand engraved to lower portion of left side of frame above triggerguard just before serial number; serial number is then repeated on cylinder. Bottom of barrel beneath loading lever is marked ''L845''; top left diagonal flat of barrel marked ''LAC(crown)P(crown)V''. Lower right portion of lockplate marked ''London/Armory'' in oval. Watertable of frame marked ''J852'' beneath cylinder, and ''852'' to inside bottom of triggerguard and bottom of topstrap. As identified in ''Confederate Handguns'', by Albaugh, page 132. The Confederate government sent Caleb Huse to Europe to purchase arms of all types. He succeeded in placing an order with the London Armory Co., and the first delivery occurred in Sept. 1861 when the steamer Bermuda docked in Sav! annah Harbor. By March 1862, he had an exclusive contract with the London Armory Co. for all arms produced by their firm. Although Kerr revolvers were made in both .44 and .36 calibers, only .44 cal. revolvers were shipped to the Confederacy. As this pistol lacks the ''JS/(anchor)'' found on many Kerr revolvers just below the triggerguard, which is possibly a hallmark of arms shipped to the Confederacy, many collectors believe this is simply the mark of J. Smiles, the gripmaker at the London Armory and has no Confederate significance. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 70% original thinning and toning blue. Grips show light flattening to coarse checks. All touch holes are clear, and as this revolver is somewhat late, it remains in mechanically near excellent condition. Action remains crisp and tight, bore is near excellent. Est.: $5,000-$7,500.

Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver, #122208, .36 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, originally blue and case hardened, brass backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips, with one-line New York City address. Mfg'd 1862. Condition is good as chemically cleaned leaving an overall flat gray patina. Screws show mostly straight slots, with the exception of the lever hinge screw which may be a replacement. All visible serial numbers match; wedge is a non-matching replacement, as is wedge screw. Grips show fractional shrinkage, yet retain approx. 30% of their original oil finish. Action locks up tight, bore is very good to fine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Manhattan Navy Percussion Revolver, #32075, .36 cal., 6-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard, five-shot with ten cylinder stops, one-piece varnished walnut grips, top flat of barrel marked ''Manhattan Firearms Co., Newark, NJ''. Condition is about very good retaining 30%-40% thinning and toning blue to barrel. Cylinder with slightly less finish; silver to gripstraps in protected areas. Grips with light dings and scuffs and wear to varnish at high edges. Action functions as designed, bore is good. Est.: $400-$600.

Manhattan Cartridge Conversion Single Action Revolver, #9514909, .38 RF cal., 4'' barrel, nickel finish, smooth rosewood grips, with backstrap and butt cut for skeleton shoulder stock. Condition is very good showing nickel thinning to approx. 70%. Grips show scuffs, scratches, and some losses to finish. Action remains crisp, bore is near excellent. Est.: $400-$600.

Colt New Line Spurtrigger Revolver, #9065, .30 RF cal., 2-1/4'' etched panel barrel, case hardened frame, smooth bird's head rosewood grips. Scarce with Birmingham proofmarks to barrel above cylinder flutes and to frame. Condition is excellent with blue to barrel and cylinder having thinned to approx. 20%, with most blue in protected areas. Case hardened colors to frame remain 85% vivid. Grips show light wear at highpoints. Action remains crisp, bore is at least fine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Antique Colt Cloverleaf House Pistol, #5485, .41 RF cal., 2-7/8'' barrel, nickel plated, rosewood grips. Condition is very good to near fine with light general overall wear to brass frame and sideplate. Barrel with minor flaking and losses at muzzle. Cylinder retains approx. 40% original finish. Grips with approx. 40% original varnish with light scuffs and scratches. Action is tight, bore is very good. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Hopkins & Allen Blue Jacket Spurtrigger Revolver, #L2819, .22 cal., 2-1/4'' barrel, blue finish, smooth bird's head rosewood grips. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 90% original overall finish with most of the finish at flat sides of frame and forward edges of cylinder. Grips show little use. Action remains crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $450-$600.

American Arms Co. Top-Break Revolver, #12997, .38 S&W cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, nickel plated, factory monogrammed hard rubber grips. Features a manually operated extractor ring, cylinder with narrow double flutes. Condition is very good to near fine retaining 95% nickel to frame and barrel, 65% to cylinder. Action is tight, bore is fair. Est.: $250-$400.

Smith & Wesson Model 2 2nd Issue Single Action Revolver, #19130, .38 S&W cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, blue finish, smooth factory walnut grips, top-break action, nickel silver front sight, case hardened hammer. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning and light toning blue, with most of the losses to high edges of cylinder and backstrap. Grips with light general wear. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$500.

Merwin & Hulbert 2nd Model Pocket Army Single Action Revolver, #756, .44-40 cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, nickel finish, with factory checkered hard rubber bird's head grip. This 2nd Model revolver features barrel wedge, scoop cylinder flutes, and no topstrap. Left side of frame marked ''Caliber/Winchester 1873''; right side of barrel with Hopkins & Allen address and patent dates; right side of frame marked ''Merwin, Hulbert & Co. NY/Pocket Army''. Introduced in 1880, the earliest Pocket Army such as this was concurrent with the 2nd Model Frontier Army, thus no 1st Model Pocket Armies were produced, making this variation the earliest known, and only being produced for approx. two years before the introduction of the 3rd Model. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 90%+ original factory nickel finish with light dings to both sides of frame near barrel locking lug. Case hardened hammer and triggerguard have thinned and silvered to approx. 20%. Fire blue trig! ger retains some iridescent hues. Grips show only the lightest flattening to checks. Action is tight, bore is very good with light general frosting. Est.: $2,400-$2,800.

Merwin & Hulbert Large Frame Double Action Revolver, #19258, .44 MH cal., 7'' round barrel, nickel finish, factory pearl grips with lanyard loop in early square butt. Top of barrel with Merwin & Hulbert address and patent dates; left side of barrel with Hopkins & Allen address; left side of frame marked ''Calibre 44 M.H.&Co''. Barrel assembly and cylinder with matching last four digits of serial number. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 75% thinning and flaking nickel. Grips with losses at backstrap, heels and toes. Case hardened hammer, trigger and triggerguard show thinning and toning to finish remaining approx. 20% vivid; hammer with moderate general darkening. Action is crisp, cylinder locks up tightly, bore is near fine. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Factory Punch-Dot Engraved Merwin & Hulbert 2nd Model Pocket Army Single Action Revolver, #1879, .44-40 cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, nickel finish, with factory checkered hard rubber bird's head grip. This 2nd Model revolver features factory punchdot floral intaglio engraving, frontal view of sailing vessel in circular panel to left sideplate, barrel wedge, scoop cylinder flutes, and no topstrap. Left side of frame marked ''Caliber/Winchester 1873''; right side of barrel with Hopkins & Allen address and patent dates; right side of frame marked ''Merwin, Hulbert & Co. NY/Pocket Army''. Introduced in 1880, the earliest Pocket Army such as this was concurrent with the 2nd Model Frontier Army, thus no 1st Model Pocket Armies were ever produced, making this variation the earliest known and only being produced for approx. two years before the introduction of the 3rd Model. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% original nickel thinning and toning with most of ! the losses relegated to small portion of cylinder. Case hardened hammer has thinned and silvered to approx. 20%. Fire blue trigger retains some iridescent hues. Grips show light to just moderate flattening. Action is tight, bore is very good with light general frosting. Est.: $3,500-$4,500.

Merwin & Hulbert 4th Model Frontier Double Action Revolver, #6027, .44-40 cal., 5-1/2'' ribbed barrel with Merwin & Hulbert address and patent dates to top rib, nickel finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with checkerboard pattern panel; folding hammerspur, and at one time a lanyard loop in butt. Condition is very good retaining 80% original factory nickel with small general spotting to frame and barrel assembly, with almost all the losses relegated to the cylinder. Grips show light flattening to checks and one small chip to left panel; missing lanyard loop. Good lock-up to action, bore is very nearly excellent. Est.: $2,800-$3,200.

Merwin & Hulbert 4th Model Single Action Frontier Revolver, #25414, .44 WCF cal., 7'' ribbed barrel, nickel finish, factory pearl grips with lanyard loop in square butt. Top of barrel with Merwin & Hulbert address and patent dates; left side of frame marked ''Calibre Winchester 1873''. Barrel assembly marked ''44''. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 75% thinning and flaking nickel; the remaining finish on this revolver appears to have been from a period re-nickel. Grips with losses at backstrap, heel and toe. Case hardened hammer and trigger show thinning and toning to finish remaining approx. 20% vivid; hammer with moderate general darkening. Action is crisp, cylinder locks up tightly, bore is near fine. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Merwin & Hulbert Double Action Pocket Model Revolver, with extra barrel, #3325, .38 cal., 5-1/2'' and 3-1/2'' barrels, nickel finish, factory checkered hard rubber bird's head grip, case hardened trigger, and hammer with folding spur. Frame, cylinder, and both barrels with matching numbers. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% nickel to frame and cylinder. Short barrel shows over 90% original finish; long barrel approx. 75%-80%. Grips with light to moderate flattening. Action is crisp, cylinder locks up tightly, both bores remain in good condition. Est.: $850-$1,250.

Chicago Firearms Palm Pistol, #5571, .32 Extra-Short RF cal., 1-1/2'' barrel, scarce blue finish, hard rubber checkered disc sideplates, and original hard rubber web grip. Removable sideplate marked ''Chicago Firearms Co., Chicago, Ill.''; frame side marked ''The Protector'', ''Pat. Mch. 6.83. Aug. 29.93''. Condition is about fine with all internal matching numbers and bright internal indexing mechanism; exterior retains approx. 75%-85% original finish with most of the losses to the right side. Action remains crisp and works as designed, bore shows little use. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolver, #19384, .41 cal., 3-1/2'' ejectorless etched panel barrel, nickel finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with two-line barrel address, three-line patent date markings, and early etched panel. Left rear triggerguard bow additionally marked ''41 Cal''. Mfg'd 1880. An early nickel gun with all fire blued screws. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning, toning and slightly flecking nickel, with most of the losses to right side of triggerguard and loading gate. Lateral frame screws retain approx. 10%-20% original vivid blue. Triggerguard and grip frame screws retain 90%+ vivid niter hues, as does back side of hammer, with carbon spotting to its bright sides. Cylinder with 75% original nickel thinning and toning in some areas. Grips show minor flattening, a little more pronounced near bird's head. Action is crisp, bore is at least fine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Remington-Smoot New Model No. 3 Revolver, NSNV, .38 RF Short cal., 3-3/4'' early ribless octagon barrel, nickel finish, blue screws, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1878-1888. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% original lightly toning factory nickel, with very minor losses to face of cylinder and its forward edge. Fire blue frame screws have thinned to approx. 40% blue. Grips remain extremely sharp. Action is crisp and tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Rare Early Production Remington-Smoot New Model No. 1 Revolver, #169, .30 RF cal., 2-13/16'' barrel, nickel plated, smooth rosewood grips. Mfg'd 1875. Early scarce revolving recoil shield, with estimated quantity of 650 produced. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 90%-92% original nickel finish, with light areas of blistering and loss of finish mainly to cylinder. Grips remain in excellent condition. Action remains crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $1,800-$2,200.

Remington-Smoot New Model No. 1 Revolver, #853, .30 RF cal., 2-13/16'' barrel, nickel plated, factory hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1875-1877. Later solid recoil shield affixed rigidly to frame. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 90%-92% original nickel finish, with light areas of blistering and loss of finish mainly to cylinder. Grips remain mostly sharp showing only the slightest flattening to checks. Fire blue grip screw retains almost all its blue and straight slot. Action remains crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $500-$750.

Remington-Smoot New Model No. 1 Revolver, #114, .30 RF cal., 2-13/16'' barrel, nickel plated, bone ivory grips. Mfg'd 1875-1877. Later solid recoil shield affixed rigidly to frame. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 92%-95% original nickel finish, with very light areas of blistering. Grips show nice toning. Fire blue grip screw retains almost all its blue and straight slot. Front of cylinder shows virtually no use. Action remains crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver, #10749, .44 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips with lanyard loop in butt, pinch-type front sight, with ''44'' designation to left side of frame just below topstrap. Mfg'd 1875-1889. Condition is very good as refinished. Barrel, web, and triggerguard retain approx. 65%-70% of an early type blue/black. Refinished frame has toned plum. Grips with moderate wear and small loss to front left toe. Action remains tight and well tuned, bore is very good to fine with some light frosting. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Early American Arms Combination Double Action Top-Break Revolver, #1305, .38 S&W cal., 3-1/4'' ribbed barrel, factory checkered hard rubber grips with American Arms Co. monogram. Top of rib marked ''American Arms Co. Boston/pat, May 25, 1886''; topstrap marked ''Pat's Pending''. This hammerless revolver is unique in that it features a rocker-type thumb safety and selector switch for Single or Double Action use. Revolver also features double cylinder locking notches and is considered a firearms oddity. Condition is about fine with light general micro-scratching and very light erosion near forcing cone. Grips show general thinning. Action functions as designed, bore is about fine. Est.: $500-$700.

Late American Arms Combination Double Action Top-Break Revolver, #2075, .38 S&W cal., 3-1/4'' ribbed barrel, factory checkered hard rubber grips with Federal eagle logo. Top of rib marked ''American Arms Co. Boston''; topstrap marked ''Pat's'' with three lines of dates. This hammerless revolver is unique in that it features a rocker-type thumb safety and selector switch for Single or Double Action use. Revolver also features double cylinder locking notches and is considered a firearms oddity. Condition is about fine with light general micro-scratching and very light erosion near forcing cone. Grips show general thinning. Action functions as designed, bore is about fine. Est.: $500-$700.

Rare H&R Automatic Bayonet Revolver, #282900, .38 CF cal., 4'' barrel, nickel plated, factory hard rubber grips with bullseye logo, with 2-1/2'' blue fold-out blade. Left side of barrel marked ''Auto Ejecting 38 S&W Ctge''. Originally mfg'd from 1901-1917 in the estimated quantity of about 2000. Condition is near fine retaining approx. 90%-92% slightly thinning and spotting original nickel finish, with light wear at muzzle, lighter in forcing cone area, with mild corrosion at face of cylinder. Blue blade, triggerguard, hammer and latch retain similar amounts of finish. Case hardened hammer shows light thinning and toning with minor wear in actioning areas. Grips with light flattening to checks, with very minor losses at high edges of escutcheons. Initials ''GM'' are lightly scratched to left rear area of frame. Action is tight, bore is good. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Smith & Wesson Model 2 2nd Issue Single Action Spurtrigger Revolver, #56394, .38 S&W cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, nickel finish, factory hard rubber grips, top-break action, nickel silver front sight, case hardened hammer. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx.92% thinning and toning nickel, with most of the losses to left side of barrel. Grips with light general wear. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$500.

Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Double Action Revolver, #138479, 5-shot .38 S&W cal., 5'' barrel, nickel plated with blue triggerguard and cylinder latch, case hardened trigger and hammer, two-screw extended checkered walnut target grips with S&W medallions. Mfg'd approx. 1887. Condition is excellent and appears unused with no darkening at forward part of cylinder, and interior of recoil shield is unmarked. Some micro-scratching to nickel finish. Watertable of frame lightly marked with original owner's name (not visible when pistol is closed). Grips show minor wear from storage but remain very crisp. Action is tight, bore is good. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Smith & Wesson 1st Model Double Action Revolver, #17121, .44 S&W Russian cal., 4'' ribbed barrel, nickel finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with S&W logo. This revolver was shipped April 1, 1886, and delivered to Hibbard, Spencer & Bartlett Co., Chicago, with factory letter verifying all features. Condition is excellent as professionally refinished retaining approx. 99%+ nickel. Hammer and trigger are additionally nickeled; triggerguard is blue as is latch. Grips are crisp. Action locks up tightly, bore is good to very good. Est.: $600-$800.

Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Safety Hammerless Double Action Revolver, #182431, .32 S&W cal., 3-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, factory pearl grips with S&W medallions, blue triggerguard and latch, and case hardened trigger. Mfg'd approx. 1910. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining over 95% original finish with mild toning and light pinpricking. Triggerguard has thinned to approx. 80%. Grips show vivid iridescence with no losses. Action is crisp and tight, bore is at least fine and should clean. Est.: $400-$600.

Smith & Wesson 1st Model Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver, #6230, .32 S&W Long cal., 6'' barrel, nickel finish, factory hard rubber grips with S&W logo, with early style topstrap, cylinder stop and cylinder markings. Mfg'd in approx. 1896-1897. Condition is very good retaining approx. 65% thinning and lightly flaking nickel. Grips show moderate flattening to checks. Action is crisp and tight, bore is good. Est.: $350-$500.

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle, #238284, .44 WCF cal., 24'' octagon barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Mfg'd 1887. Condition is good with overall silvery gray patina. Additional coat of varnish added to stocks, with 1879 Morgan silver dollar and 1876 Seated Liberty dime inlaid into stock. Action remains crisp, bore is fair. Coins show nice detail and they are inset less than flush showing only light wear. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle, #309112B, .32 WCF cal., 24'' octagon barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut stock. Mfg'd 1889. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 80%-85% original factory blue. Nice solid edges to lifter. Stock with darkening near metal contact points and very light refinishing. Tang shows evidence of previous tang sight. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Barrel has been professionally sleeved. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle, #109943, .32-20 cal., 24'' round barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, with King's rear sight. Mfg'd in 1883. Condition is very good retaining approx. 20% original finish having thinned and toned considerably. Stock shows scuffs, dings and scratches, considerable darkening near metal surfaces, but with very crisp action, fair bore, and a dustcover that clicks nicely into the closed position. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Musket, #370713, .44-40 cal., 30'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, and three-banded forend, with correct musket sights and sling swivels, as well as 27'' magazine tube and carbine style buttplate. Mfg'd 1891. Condition is very good to near fine. Blue to barrel and bands have thinned and toned to approx. 60%. Right sideplate with light to moderate pitting in small area above loading gate. Frame shows 75% thinning and toning blue with small area of nicks and dings behind right sideplate. Stock with moderate general darkening, scuffs and scratches. Action is good, bore is fine. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle, #20940, .45-60 cal., 28'' round barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, plain trigger, 1876 dated standard rear sight without center screw, and standard front sight; plain dustcover with detachable rail. Received in warehouse Dec. 13, 1881, shipped May 19, 1882, with all features verified by factory letter. Condition is very good retaining 20%-30% original factory blue, much of which remains in protected areas. Stock with darkening near metal surfaces and light refinish work. Lever and butt with added leather guard. Lightly burred screw slots, and moderate cleaned pitting to dustcover rail. Action is crisp, bore is good. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle, #37576, .45-75 cal., 28'' half-round barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, plain trigger, 1876 dated standard rear sight with center screw, and standard front sight; plain dustcover with fixed rail. Mfg'd 1883. Condition is very good retaining 20%-30% of an old refinish blue from long ago, much of which remains in protected areas. Stock with darkening near metal surfaces, light refinish work, and minor thinning at left area of upper tang. Lever and butt with added leather guard. Action is good, bore is fair. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Factory Engraved Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle, #476148, .44-40 cal., 24'' octagon barrel, blue finish, fancy checkered straight stock, with sling swivels, set trigger, high base early tang sight, and Winchester's $2.00 engraving. Shipped from the warehouse May 18, 1894, with factory letter verifying all features. Ulrich engraved with standard scroll and border treatment showing stag and circular field scene; additional light engraving to top return of buttplate, receiver ring and dustcover, bottom of lifter and adjacent frame area. Condition is excellent as professionally restored by Roger's Winchesters in Southern California. Rifle retains approx. 97% restored blue that has been aged back to appear authentic. Newly made stocks fit impeccably and show very slight deliberate wear. Action remains crisp, set trigger functions as designed, bore is excellent. Correct period sling is present, with correct cleaning rod in butt. Beginning with an engraved 187! 3 suitable for restoration, an additional $7,500, and 3- to 5-year wait time, a restoration such as this could quickly become an expensive and long-term project. Est.: $10,000-$15,000.

Colt Medium-Frame Lightning Magazine Rifle, #74888, .44-40 cal., 26'' octagon barrel, blue finish, walnut buttstock, checkered walnut forend. Mfg'd 1894. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 90%+ blue to barrel and magazine tube with mild toning, light high edgewear, and thinning in actioning areas. Frame retains 80%-85% lightly thinning and moderately toning blue, some of which may clean. Stock with light dings and scuffs; an additional coat of linseed oil has been added. Forend with light flattening to checks and moderate scuffs and dings. Action functions as designed, bore is very good. Est.: $3,750-$4,250.

Colt Large-Frame Lightning Magazine Rifle, #5938, .45-85-285 grs. cal., 28'' octagon barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, with factory checkered forend, standard front sight, and nickel silver front sight. Mfg'd 1892. Condition is very good as partially refinished, retaining approx. 20%-30% thinning and toning blue, with some replaced screws. Moderate flattening to checkered forend, with some peening to lower tang near serial number. Buttstock has been refinished. Action is crisp, bore is very good and should clean. Est.: $2,800-$3,500.

Engraved Winchester Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle, #80249, .32 WCF cal., 28'' octagon barrel of No. 1 weight, plain trigger, barrel marked ''The Daisy Rifle''. Shipped from the warehouse July 19, 1898, with all features verified by factory letter, except engraving. Rifle was engraved in the period by Richard Chapman, a noted engraver in Australia. This beautiful medium-relief engraving features Australian game scenes which include indigenous trees and game including kangaroos, signed at base of frame ''RC''. Top flat of barrel is nicely engraved the entire length with the exception of the area surrounding the Winchester address. Buttplate is also tastefully adorned. Walnut stock shows nice figure and oil finish. Condition is excellent as enhanced. Barrel shows slight wear at muzzle. Frame and tang remain bright since engraving. Hammer, lever and breechblock retain approx. 98%+ blue done immediately after engraving. Stock shows minor fissure eminating from left ! portion of upper tang (detracts little). Action is crisp, bore is very good and should clean somewhat. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Saddlering Carbine, #100243, .40-82 cal., 22'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, walnut stock and forend, widow's peak hard rubber buttplate, and correct Carbine sights. This Lever Action letters as a Carbine but not in this caliber. Mfg'd in 1896. Condition is good retaining approx. 20%-30% thinning and toning blue to barrel and mag tube, with vivid blue remaining in protected areas; top of bolt is about the same. Case hardened frame shows faint traces of original hues in protected areas. Stock and forend show moderate to almost heavy scuffs, dings and scratches. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle, #4582, .40-82 cal., 26'' octagon barrel, blue finish, case hardened frame, lever and trigger; smooth straight walnut stocks, correct front and rear sights. Mfg'd 1888. Condition is excellent as professionally restored, retaining approx. 98%+ black/blue to barrel and magazine tube. Top of bolt and extractor show only light wear from actioning. Case colors with only the slightest thinning at high edges and balance point. Stocks appear new and fit well. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle, #121724, .45-90 cal., 26'' round barrel, blue with case hardened frame, walnut stock, crescent buttplate, with sling eyelets. Mfg'd 1902. Condition is very good retaining approx. 95% blue to barrel and mag tube. Case hardened frame shows approx. 20%-30% vivid hues. Niter-blue loading gate retains 30%-40% blue. Stocks with scuffs, dings, and minor gouges. Action is crisp, bore is at least fine. A great gun in a great caliber that is mechanically excellent. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle, #74959, .38-56 cal., 26'' octagon barrel, blue finish, case hardened frame, walnut stock with crescent buttplate. Mfg'd in 1893. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 20%-30% blue on barrel and mag tube. Frame shows sharp edges, clear markings, very faint case colors remaining, with the balance having turned mostly silver but gray at balance points. Stock remains in good condition with scratches, scuffs, light dings, and losses at upper tang. Action is crisp, bore is fair and should clean. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Winchester Model 71 Lever Action Rifle, #21771, .348 cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, checkered pistol-grip stock, smooth walnut forend, with period commercial sling and sling swivels. Mfg'd 1942. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% original factory blue with losses near muzzle and high edges of frame. Checkers show light to just moderate flattening. Forend with an additional coat of varnish. Top of bolt has been cut and drilled for factory bolt peep sight. Action is crisp, bore is near excellent. Est.: $500-$750.

Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun, #61403, 12 ga., 30'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, with checkered steel buttplate. Mfg'd 1897. Condition is good to very good remaining mechanically excellent, with barrel and mag tube retaining 65% original blue. Receiver and lever have been painted black. Smooth pistol-grip stock shows light refinishing and darkening near metal surfaces with some scuffs and scratches. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle, #740341, .44 WCF cal., 24'' octagon barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Mfg'd 1913. Condition is fine to near excellent. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 90%-95% original factory blue with thinning to high edges. Frame shows approx. 15% original factory blue with most in protected areas. Stock with just light scuffs and scratches. Buttplate retains over 70% original factory blue. Action is crisp, bore is bright with very light frosting near muzzle which may clean. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle, #269551, .32-20 cal., 24'' octagon barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Mfg'd in 1904. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 80%-85% original factory finish, with most of the losses at high edges and balance point of receiver. Stock shows very light sanding and darkening at metal contact points. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Winchester Takedown Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle, #880330, .25-35 cal., 26'' octagon barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut stock. Mfg'd 1920. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 92%+ blue to barrel and mag tube; mag tube shows light wear in actioning areas, with one small ding approx. 6'' in front of the forend cap. Frame and barrel extension retain approx. 65%-75% factory blue. Stocks show very minor refinishing and some darkening near the metal contact points. Action remains crisp, bore is very good to fine with light frosting in the grooves. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle, #401820, .32 Win. Spec. cal., 26'' tapered octagon barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut stock, with Marbles tang sight, Lyman No. 4 ivory bead hunting front sight, and Lyman No. 6 folding rear. Mfg'd in 1906. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85-90% original factory blue to receiver; barrel and mag tube with 92% thinning blue with most of the losses to the high edges, and niter-blue loading gate. Stock with light varnish, no prior sanding, scuffs and scratches. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Original Winchester Delivery Crate for 10 Model 94 Lever Action Sporting Carbines, marked with Winchester lightning bolt logo to both sides of box, with red/white/blue end labels. Top of box pencil addressed to J.M. Stewart & Co., Indiana, PA. It is interesting to note that J.M. Stewart, Indiana, PA, is the name of actor James (Maitland) Stewart, and addressed to his paternal grandfather's hardware store (also J.M. Stewart), which is now the Jimmy Stewart Museum, but at this time was a hardware store run by his grandfather and later his father. Stewart often sent his Academy Awards to be displayed in the front window. The Stewarts could trace their Indiana, PA roots back to 1772, where his paternal great-great-grandfather was captured by Indians in July 1776 and held captive for eleven months. Crate measures 43''x16''x12-1/2''. Condition is very good with light oxidation, toning, rounding at corners, and some minor losses to pine flats. Label shows approx. 75% ori! ginal paper with just some losses. Top address is clear. A great early crate dating from the WWI period. Est.: $500-$1,000.

Winchester Takedown Model 55 Lever Action Rifle, #1039673, .30-30 cal., 24'' barrel, half mag, blue finish, smooth walnut stock with fluted comb, and Winchester steel buttplate. Barrel marked ''Nickel Steel''. Mfg'd 1928. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90% thinning blue to barrel and mag tube; frame retains approx. 20%-30% flaking, thinning, and toning blue. Lever retains 80% darkening case colors. Stock with light general scuffing; forend shows more pronounced scuffing. Buttstock retains approx. 90% original lacquer; forend with about 60%. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Winchester Model 1897 Pump Action Shotgun, #426165, 16 ga., 28'' barrel choked Full, blue finish, walnut pistol-grip stock with Winchester hard rubber buttpad and factory sling swivels, takedown frame. Mfg'd in approx. 1910. Condition is very good. Frame retains approx. 50% thinning and toning blue; magazine tube shows 80% with losses in actioning areas. Barrel retains 90%+ finish. Stock with added finish, some oil darkening near metal surfaces, but with crisp action and very bright bore. Est.: $400-$600.

Winchester Model 1890 Pistol-Grip Pump Action Rifle, lower receiver marked #164709; frame #585399, frame marked ''Model 1890'', with later factory replaced round barrel marked ''Model 90'', .22 WRF cal., 23'' barrel, blue finish, gunsmith checkered pistol-gripped walnut stock. Condition is very good. Frame retains approx. 60-70% blue with some light touchup. Stock has extra coat of finish and amateur checkering. Action is crisp, bore is near new. Missing upper tang sight screw. Est.: $400-$600.

Winchester Model 1890 Pump Action Rifle, #257315, .22 WRF cal., 24'' octagon barrel, blue finish, straight grip walnut stock with 12-groove walnut forend. Mfg'd 1905, with all features standard to this model. Condition is excellent as professionally restored, retaining 97% correct blue with light wear in actioning areas and minor toning around caliber designation on barrel. Buttstock fits fractionally small with darkening near metal contact points. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $500-$750.

Marlin Model 1893 Lever Action Rifle, #236250, .30-30 cal., 26'' octagon barrel, blue finish, case hardened frame, smooth walnut stock. Condition is very good retaining approx. 70% blue to barrel and mag tube, 30% toning case colors remain to frame. Stock shows scuffs and scratches with approx. 65% varnish remaining. Left side of frame with two additional holes for tip-up type scope mounts. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $300-$450.

Ithaca Gun Co. Wells Fargo marked Side-by-Side Shotgun, #211340, 12 ga., 24'' barrels, originally blue and case hardened, with smooth pistol-grip walnut stock and steel buttplate. Mfg'd 1910. These shotguns were purchased from Ithaca by Wells Fargo between 1909-1917. Many estimate less than 750 were mfg'd and were used for stagecoach protection and general security work. Left side of frame marked ''W.F...& Co.'' (partially defaced). Condition is good retaining approx. 60% toning brown to barrels; matte with nicks and wear from use, with front bead missing. Frame is toning a mottled gray silver. Stock with dings, scuffs, and minor fissures emanating near left hammer screw; wood with losses to top portion near tang. Est.: $3,000-$5,000.

Steel Banded Wooden Stagecoach Chest, with two locks, four tiedown rings, with sheet steel reinforcing bands. Measures approx. 26-1/2''x11''x12-1/2''. Unmarked. Ca. 1890-1910. Condition is very good with small losses, rounding to edges, and minor oxidation. Steel bands show small tears. Est.: $400-$600.

Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #321038, .44-40 cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, faux stag grips. Mfg'd in 1912. Condition is excellent as refinished retaining approx. 92% royal blue. Grips show light wear. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Bolt stop screw shows light deformation, with slight muzzle wear and scuffs to high edges. Est.: $750-$1,000.

English Colt Model 1878 Double Action Revolver, #2381, .45 Colt cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with lanyard loop in butt and Hartford/Pall Mall single line address. Left triggerguard bow marked ''45 Cal/B'', with crown-''V'' proofs behind flutes of cylinder and to bottom of barrel. Mfg'd in 1879. Condition is very good as refinished, retaining approx. 50%-60% dark English type blue with most of the thinning to barrel, topstrap and backstrap. Grips show moderate flattening with minor scuffs. Action locks up tight, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #142646, .45 Colt cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1891. This antique black powder frame Colt revolver shows correct two-line barrel address, standard front sight, and beveled cylinder face. Condition is very good retaining approx. 30%-40% original factory blue, with vivid case colors in protected areas, with the balance turning a silvery gray. Grips with moderate flattening. Some screws and arbor pin tip show minor deformation. Safety notches to hammer need rework. Action remains crisp and locks up tight, bore is good. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #135535, .44-40 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, originally blue and case hardened, one-piece ivory grips. Mfg'd 1890. Condition is very good as refinished. Frame, cylinder and straps retain 70%-80% later blue, as does ejector rod housing. Barrel has thinned and toned to approx. 25%. Markings are crisp and clear, screw slots are mostly straight with the exception of the butt screw. Action is crisp and locks up tight, bore is excellent. One of the earliest known serial numbers with ''Colt Frontier Six Shooter'' roll-die applied to left side of barrel. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Colt Bisley Single Action Revolver, #272988, .32 WCF cal. (.32-20), 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd 1905. Condition is excellent as factory period refinished. Right rear triggerguard bow with 6-pointed star indicating return to factory; left forward triggerguard bow shows Verified Proof and thinning from polishing, but blue to barrel, cylinder and triggerguard remain approx. 96% present, with very minor thinning and toning to otherwise vibrant case hardened hues. Minor thinning to backstrap. Grips with minor thinning. Ejector rod lever appears to be from a later nickel gun. Action maintains factory tolerances, bore is bright. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Early Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #38324, .45 Colt cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, one-piece ivory grips, with three-line three-date patent address (no U.S. marking on frame). Shipped to Schuyler, Hartley & Graham, New York, New York, on May 25, 1878, 50 guns in shipment, with factory letter verifying all features, except barrel length not listed. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85% nickel with losses to topstrap, left side of barrel near muzzle, and forward edges of cylinder. Grips with smooth even wear and mellow toning. Screws were originally niter blue and have toned back to a silvery gray. Cylinder is original to revolver but is a military overrun cylinder with small DFC inspector's markings, as well as small 6191 number behind flute. The letter ''C'' appears on the barrel just forward of arbor, possibly indicating a ''Condemned'' martial pistol. Correct early hammer and second type barrel markings. Action remains crisp, bore is very good to f! ine. Est.: $5,000-$7,500.

Colt 1st Generation Pre-War Single Action Army Revolver, #349597, .45 cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Shipped Nov. 4, 1926, to California Hardware Co., LA, CA, with three guns in shipment, with factory letter verifying all features. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 92% blue to barrel and cylinder with light wear at forward edges and thinning from holster wear to left side of barrel. Backstrap and triggerguard with minor thinning and light toning. Grips are crisp. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #218868, .44-40 cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, with one-piece ivory grips. All features verified by factory letter, except grips not listed, shipped to Colt's Patent Firearms Mfg. Co., San Francisco Agency, CA, Dec. 13, 1901, one gun in shipment. Condition is very good with approx. 20%-30% thinning and toning blue with most of the finish retained in protected areas. Case hardened frame has toned to silver. Ivory grips show a mellow smoky tone. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. A great shooter with a good look. Est.: $3,000-$5,000.

Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #195567, .41 Colt cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, originally with blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd 1900. This early smokeless Single Action features one-line barrel address, two-line three-date patent legend, and original coarse checkered hammer. Condition is very good with the finish having toned dark. Some screws with light deformation. Triggerguard appears to have been later added and forced matched to revolver. Grips show moderate flattening to checks. Action functions as designed, bore is fair to good. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #165625, .45 Colt cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd in 1896 making it a true antique. Condition is very good as at least partially restored. Cylinder and ejector rod housing retain approx. 35% of what appears to be an original finish; barrel, which may be a replacement, shows 85% of a later frosty blue. Case hardened frame with muted case colors in protected areas. High edges near patent dates have been cleaned and polished to the point of thinning the date. Revolver has been re-numbered on frame, triggerguard and pistol grip. Original factory grips are from a somewhat later revolver. Front sight has been thinned and shortened considerably. Action is relatively tight, with fair to good bore. A great shooter with a good look. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Stembridge Marked Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #172544, .44-40 cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, one-piece walnut grips, with single line barrel address, two-line patent dates, and definitive Stembridge ''S'' just ahead of serial number on frame of revolver. Mfg'd 1897. It is of note that Stembridge was the single largest supplier of firearms to the movie industry from the post-WWI era to the modern period. Stembridge Gun Rentals was started in about 1920 by James Stembridge and Cecil B. DeMille to supply firearms to the movie industry. After the December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, the commander of Fort MacArthur in Los Angeles called Stembridge and told him that he didn't think there were enough firearms at the Fort. Stembridge immediately sent over several hundred rifles and a large quantity of Thompson sub-machine guns. Individual firearms from this Hollywood armory were rented out for many different pictures, and it is not unusual to find one particul! ar gun that was used by James Stewart in one movie and John Wayne in another. Having personally examined many Stembridge firearms in the past, this example personifies the condition and modifications of nearly all the first generation Single Actions used in the motion picture industry, namely the later overall non-factory blue. Stembridge manufactured one-piece slightly oversized wooden grip, but with minor dings and scuffs to highpoints such as front sight, heavy dragline, and replaced small parts such as sear screws and cylinder arbors. This revolver is also uniquely Stembridge in the fact that, although showing defined lands and grooves in the barrel, the erosion is quite heavy from the use of corrosive 5-in-1 movie blanks, also known as ''flash powder blanks'' mfg'd by Stembridge and loaded with black powder. Past recorded sales of Stembridge associated firearms and ephemera have realized remarkable prices for firearms such as this. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

King Modified Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #325044, .38 Spec. cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, stag grips, King's adjustable rear sight, and King's reflective red bead front. Mfg'd 1913. Revolver was modified sometime after production for target use, including conversion to .38 Spec. cal. Condition is very good to fine retaining approx. 75%-80% blue, thinning and silvering case colors. Grips show light wear and mellow toning. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Colt Bisley Single Action Revolver, #311115, .357 mag. cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue and case-hardened finish, Mexican eagle carved bone ivory grip to left panel; right panel with mythical creature, most likely a chupacabra. Mfg'd in 1909. Revolver has been upgraded with the additional of a Colt Bisley Model marked .357 barrel and cylinder. Non-standard high target front sight and windage adjustable rear sight has been added, as well as an extended target trigger. Front and rear straps have been hand stippled. Condition is excellent as partially modified, retaining approx. 90% later Colt blue to barrel and cylinder. Frame with vivid case hardened hues. Grips show cracks and repairs. Action is fine, extended trigger works extremely well as far as trigger pull is concerned, bore is as new. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Colt Storekeeper's Model Single Action Revolver, #123374, .45 Colt cal., 4'' ejectorless barrel, three-line patent address to left side of frame and correct two-line barrel address to top of barrel; nickel finish, factory eagle hard rubber grips, shipped to Dunlay & Geisler, Houston, TX, April 30, 1895, with two guns in shipment. All information is verified by factory letter. Cochran states that less than 500 revolvers were made with 4'' barrels and approx. 68% of these were in .45 cal. Condition is good as partially restored, retaining approx. 20% nickel. Grips show moderate flattening to checking and design; toe to left grip with expert repair. Triggerguard appears to have been forced matched. Interior surfaces of frame show liberal cleaning from past corrosion. Heel of both grips with six notches. Action locks up near spec tight, correct early six-groove bore is in fine to near excellent condition. Est.: $3,500-$6,000.

Bohlin Style Movie Rig with Colt Bisley Single Action Revolver, #244126, .45 Colt cal., originally with 5-1/2'' barrel cut down to 5'', nickel finish, stag grips. Mfg'd 1903. In buscadero rig with lined matching holster. Both holster and belt are nicely adorned with floral motifs, lozenge-shaped nickel silver tackwork, and Bohlin style buckles and keepers with gilding to brass and simulated inset rubies. Belt loops contain 5-in-1 movie blanks . This rig and revolver are reminescent of those seen in immediate pre- and post-war western movies and serials. Purchased by our consignor in the late 1970s from the now defunct Monogram Pictures Corp. of Hollywood. Revolver remains in typical movie arsenal condition with barrel shortened 1/2'' inch, thinning and shortening to front sight, moderate quality re-nickel finish, with later added thick stag grips. Action locks up tight, bore is good. Green and black dyed rig shows light general wear and some losses to rhinestone! s; inside lining of belt with some stitching loss near holster cutout. Very attractive and worthy of a western movie display. Est.: $2,500-$3,500/rig.

Buscadero Rig with Two Colt Bisley Single Action Revolvers, purchased from the Hoot Gibson Estate, #245129 & #245386, both in .38-40 cal., 4-3/4'' barrels, blue and case hardened finish, with factory checkered hard rubber grips. Both mfg'd in 1903. Hoot Gibson was an American rodeo champion and a pioneer cowboy film actor, director, and producer. Born August 6, 1892, and given the nickname ''Hoot Owl'' by his co-workers, which later evolved into just ''Hoot'', working in his first silent film short, ''Pride of the Range'', with Tom Mix in 1910. Acting was more of a second job for Gibson, as he continued competing in rodeos to make a living. In 1912 he won the all-around championship at the Pendleton Round-Up in Oregon. He then won the Steer Roping World Championship at the Calgary Stampede. He entered in the Army during WWI and returned to the rodeo business soon after, doing stunt work and secondary film roles. By the early 1920s, the demand for cowboy pictures! was so great that Gibson began receiving offers for leading roles, some from the up and coming film director John Ford, who became Gibson's life-long friend. From the 1920's thru the 1940's, Hoot was a major film attraction, second only to Tom Mix, as a western box office draw. He easily made the transition to talkies and became a highly paid performer. He appeared in his own comic books and wildly popular, until being displaced by singing cowboys such as Gene Autry and Roy Rogers. Hoot Gibson died in 1962 after a battle with cancer. He has a star on Hollywood Blvd. and was inducted into the Western Performers Hall of Fame at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. This rig and two firearms were obtained by our consignor from Bill Watson, who had purchased them from Hoot Gibson's ranch, along with various other leather items. Condition to both guns is very good showing moderate overall holster wear and flattening to grips. Actions are crisp ! and tight, bores with minor frosting in grooves, one a little ! more tha n the other. Holster rig with nickel silver details, .38 cal. loops, and approx. size 34'' waist. These revolvers fit studio 5-in-1 blanks perfectly. Est.: $4,000-$5,000/rig.

Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #169076, .41 Colt cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, engraved in Helfricht style, nickel finish, one-piece custom ivory grips. Mfg'd 1897. This antique revolver has been attractively embellished in the late 19th Century style showing full scroll coverage on both frame and barrel with punchdot backgrounds. Ejector rod is similarly embellished, as is backstrap and butt. One-piece ivory grips show fissures and patterns consistent with pre-historic ivory. Condition is excellent and appearing unfired since embellishment. Action is crisp, bore is fair to good. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Colt Single Action Army U.S. Cavalry Issue Revolver, #386, .45 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, smooth walnut grips with New York Militia markings, pictured on page 15 of ''Firearms in the Custer Battle'', by John E. Parsons and John S. DuMont, c. 1953. This pistol started out as an Ainsworth inspected U.S. Cavalry Model 1873 Single Action revolver, and is documented as being originally issued to Co. B 1st U.S. Cavalry, as listed on Page 24 of ''Cavalry and Artillery Revolvers'', by Kopec & Fenn. There are 140 New York Militia revolvers represented within this group of Ainsworth revolvers and were recalled during the 1893 recall. Condition is very good to fine retaining 70%-80% original factory military blue finish on barrel, ejector rod and straps, with even thinning and toning overall. Cylinder shows 20%-30% blue mostly in flutes. Barrel with correct matching number with early correct italic barrel address. Frame has 40%-50% muted case hardeni! ng drifting to silver with faintly visible hues. Grips are military replacements with New York markings and number on the right side. Hammer is full blued militia type. There are slight crosshatch markings on the rear of frame and bottom rear of triggerguard which extend into the grips. Action is tight, bore is fine to near excellent. A very early and interesting Single Action maintaining all early features. One of 800 refurbished by Colt in 1895 for the New York State Militia after serving in the Indian Wars. Est.: $18,000-$22,000.

Colt Artillery Model Single Action Army Revolver, #139115, .45 Colt cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, one-piece smooth walnut grip. Revolver was originally mfg'd March 31, 1891, later returned to the Colt Factory for refurbishing on Jan. 31, 1896. A second refurbishing was completed on Dec. 21, 1901, when the revolver was again shipped to the Springfield Armory, with factory letter verifying this information. Condition is excellent showing little, if any, use since refurbishment. Revolver features mixed serial numbers as is correct for this variation, 99% Colt finish to blue and case hardened parts, with just light micro-scratching and muzzle wear. A light dragline is visible. Case hardened frame and hammer show vivid hues. Grips remain excellent with only the lightest marks from handling and minor darkening near backstrap and frame. Action is crisp and tight, bore is excellent. It would be extremely difficult to improve on this beautiful Art! illery Model. Est.: $7,000-$9,000.

Colt Single Action Army U.S. Cavalry Issue Revolver, #18819, .45 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, smooth walnut grips with New York Militia markings. with John Kopec letter of authenticity, as well as a photocopy of a Colt factory letter verifying all features. Condition is fine retaining 80%-90% original factory blue finish on barrel, ejector rod and straps, with even thinning and toning overall. Cylinder shows 85%-92% blue in flutes and to external high surfaces, with only light scuffs and scratches. Barrel shows correct matching number with early correct italic barrel address. Frame shows 65%-75% muted case hardening drifting to silver with faintly visible hues. Grips with New York markings and number on the right side. Hammer is full blued militia type. There are slight spotting and thinning to left side of barrel blue finish. Action is tight, bore is fine to near excellent. A very early and interesting Single Action maintaining all earl! y features. Factory letter states that this gun was handed over to the Gov't Inspector at the Colt Factory plant on Oct. 18, 1895. John Kopec further states that after examining this revolver that it was originally mfg'd in 1895 and was sub-inspected by A.P. Casey. Although this exact serial number was not found in the National Archives, many in this serial range were issued to the newly re-organized 7th Cavalry, which were called ''The Custer Avengers''. This gun falls well within the serial number range of these pistols. This and others like it were refurbished for the state of New York, and at the time of the refurbishment the original cylinder may have been replaced. Mr. Kopec further states that the grips are marked ''1st B 19 NY'', indicating that this revolver had been issued to Trooper No. 19 of the 1st Battery of the New York Militia. Mr. Kopec believes this revolver to be totally correct for a U.S. Militia revolver. Est.: $18,000-$22,000.

Rare Experimental Cavalry Saber, 1905-1906, by Ames (A.S. Co.), 36-3/4'' overall, 30'' blade with 10'' unsharpened false edge, blade marked ''A.S. Co./(flaming bomb)/1906''; reverse marked ''U.S.''; obverse additionally marked with the number ''41''. Peterson notes in his book ''The American Sword 1775-1945'', page 37, that the example he observed was marked ''44''. Wood grip is 6'' in length covered with skateskin, which is wound with two strands of twisted and two strands of plain brass wire. Grip is cast with iron that has been crosshatched to resemble skateskin texture. Leather-covered blue steel scabbard with two suspension rings and not mfg'd with a drag at tip. Possibly rack number ''22'' is lightly embossed near throat. Condition is about fine. Handle with moderate wear thru the skateskin to reveal the walnut beneath; wrap is near perfect. Blued guard shows light thinning and toning and retains approx. 75%-80% original finish. Leather-covered scabbard w! ith light scuffs and wear and small area of missing leather worn thru at top hanger band. Original leather washer is present. A beautiful early 1900 sword that is rarely encountered today. Est.: $8,000-$12,000.

Colt 2nd Army Contract Model 1900 Sight Safety Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1529, .38 ACP cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, thick factory checkered walnut grips, with one correct nickel-plated magazine showing 1884 patent dates. After the Fall 1900 field tests were concluded, improvements were requested on the existing design. Colt supplied 200 of these 2nd Army Contract pistols with thicker checkered grips and slide serrations moved forward. Right triggerguard bow marked ''RAC'' (Rinaldo A. Carr); left triggerguard bow marked ''US''. Considered a rare and unusual variation of the Model 1900, it is a key piece in the evolution of the U.S. semi-automatic pistol. Condition is very good retaining approx. 50% original factory blue with considerable thinning and toning to the slide area, which also includes some light pitting. Sides of frame retain most of the blue, as do protected areas. Grips show light flattening. Case hardened hammer and rear sight with thinning and toni! ng. Magazine shows little use. Interior of pistol remains fine to near excellent showing only light wear, with an excellent bore. A rare opportunity to acquire an early and desirable martial semi-automatic pistol. Est.: $5,000-$7,500.

Rare and Desirable Colt Model 1900 U.S. Navy Contract Sight Safety Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1048/USN 48, .38 ACP cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, slab walnut grip scales, fire blue screws, case-hardened hammer and sight safety, with steel firing pin, nickel-plated magazine with 1884 patent date, triangle-B inspector's mark to left triggerguard bow, and trident motif to right triggerguard bow. The U.S. Navy took delivery of 250 Model 1900 pistols, with this pistol being in the first shipment of 50 guns on Oct. 12, 1900. Condition is fine retaining approx. 95%+ original finish and showing little use, with light scuffs, small areas of light pitting, and light to just moderate knackering to wooden grip panels. Internally the pistol appears near new and possibly unfired. A rare opportunity to own a very desirable martial Colt semi-automatic pistol with very high condition that is over 110 years old. Est.: $12,000-$18,000.

Pre-WWI Fore & Aft Hat, with gold Lieut. epaulets, dress belt, buckle, and sword hangers, all contained in their original leather hat box marked ''T.A.P./U.S.N.'', belonging to Ensign Timothy Allen Parker, the Executive Officer on board the U.S. Submarine USS (F-4) Skate. During submarine maneuvers off Honolulu, Hawaii, on 25 March 1915, she sank to a depth of 306 feet approx. 1-1/2 miles from Pearl Harbor. All 21 members of her crew perished making the F-4 the first commissioned U.S. submarine to be lost at sea. On 29 August 1915, the Navy set an engineering precedent by raising the submarine. Many diving records were set as Navy divers descended to attach cables to pull the boat into shallower waters. Only four of the dead could be identified; the 17 others were buried at Arlington National Cemetery. In 1940 the remains of the F-4 were buried as fill in a trench off the submarine base at Pearl Harbor. The F-4 was the first ship in the U.S. Navy named for the Sk! ate, and many followed. Parker is listed as the 2nd in Command under Lt. Alfred L. Ede. At this time in the history of the submarine fleet, and due to its inherent riskiness, higher ranking officers usually avoided this hazardous career choice. It is interesting to note that Frank William Crilley, Chief Gunner's Mate and Master Diver, USN, was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor after descending to the wreck of the Skate to free one of his fellow divers whose air line had been entangled in part of the wreck during the rescue and salvage operations. Condition: Hat remains in excellent condition showing very little use, with leather sweatband intact and minor discoloration to the gold ribbon where it comes in contact with the maroon interior of leather hat box. Compartment in bottom portion of hat box contains extra gold cord, celluloid and pearl collar stiffener, and original keys to lock on exterior of box. Additionally included are two pre-WWI standard Ensign sh! oulder boards, marked ''Best Gold/B. Pasquale Co./San Francisc! o, Cal.' '; epaulets are marked ''A.H. Shing & Co./No. 16, Water Street/Army and Navy Tailors/Yokohama, Japan'' (Ensign Parker had individually marked the nickel-plated keepers ''left'' and ''right''). Belt shows little use. Exterior of hat box with separation at hinge, loss to ends of retaining straps, moderate general overall scuffing, with black stenciled/painted monogram showing approx. 70% vivid paint remaining. A fine and very scarce artifact from the earliest days of U.S. silent service. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Colt Model 1902 Philippine Constabulary Double Action Revolver, #46476, .45 Colt cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with lanyard loop in butt. Marked ''US'', 1902, and JTT inspected on right side of frame; left side of frame and triggerguard are RAC inspected, with circle Rampant Colt logo to left side of frame and hard rubber grips. Large triggerguard and factory extended trigger. With approx. 5000 mfg'd and issued by the U.S. Army to the Philippine Constabulary Police Force. Condition is near fine retaining approx. 85% thinning and toning original Colt Factory high polish blue with fire blue small parts. Grips show light flattening and minor discoloration. Bright sides of hammer with moderate carbon staining and darkening. Action is crisp and locks up tightly, bore has only the slightest frosting near muzzle. Est.: $2,750-$3,500.

Colt U.S. Army Model 1909 Double Action Revolver, #36471, .45 Colt cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips with lanyard loop in butt. Mfg'd in 1911. Right side of frame proofmarked ''RAC'' and ''FB''; bottom of grips marked ''RAC'', as is bottom of barrel, along with ''United Stated Property''. Condition is very good retaining approx. 75% original factory high polish blue. Grips show light wear. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Colt U.S. Model 1902 Philippine Constabulary Double Action Revolver, #45077, .45 Colt cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with lanyard loop in butt. Left side of frame with ''RAC'' inspector marks; left side ''JTT/US''. Revolver features oversized triggerguard and long trigger and are considered somewhat scarce with only 4600 produced. Condition is about very good retaining approx. 60% original factory blue thinning and toning, with peen marks near locating pins, lightly deformed hammer screw. Grips show light to just moderate flattening. Revolver locks up tight, bore is excellent. Cylinder arbor pin with mars. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

Colt U.S. Army Model 1903 Double Action Revolver, #204585, .38 LC cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, smooth slightly oversized walnut grips cartouched 1899 and ''JTT''; right panel ''RAC''; ''RAC/LEB'' and 1903 markings to right side of frame. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80%-85% thinning and toning blue. Grips show light to just moderate scuffs. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Colt Model 1901 U.S. Army Double Action Revolver, with Holster, #9612 (crane), #199618 (butt), .38 cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips with lanyard loop in butt, showing ''JTT/RAC'' inspector's marks to left side of frame, as well as 1903 date. Included is its original U.S. military brown leather holster, marked ''Rock Island Arsenal/1908/T.C.C.''; additionally handmarked ''Bugler/H. Leeman''. Holster is a 5th Type with reinforcing stitches at triggerguard curve. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 70% original finish with wear to high edges and minor toning. Grips show light to moderate overall wear with some scratches and scuffs. Holster is additionally marked on flap ''HPC/No. 1'' and also shows defacing of old personal markings on reverse which detracts little. Revolver retains a tight lockup and a crisp bore. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Model 1917 Double Action Revolver, #99119 on butt, #246377 on frame, .45 ACP cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, parkerized finish, brown checkered franzite grips. Probably an overhauled WWI revolver, reissued for use in WWII or for Lend Lease to foreign gov't. Condition is very good with light general edgewear, minor scuffs and scratches. Grips remain mostly sharp, with some moderate toning to bright sides of trigger and hammer. Action is tight, bore is very good. Revolver appears to be full of old preservatives. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt New Army Double Action Revolver, #268925, .41 LC cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with early Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd in approx. 1906. Condition is near fine retaining approx. 85%-90% original early high polish blue. Very light carbon spotting to bright sides of hammer. Light flattening to checks of grip. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #21233, .45 LC cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with lanyard loop in butt. Mfg'd 1909. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% factory high polish blue. Grips show minor flattening to checks. Action remains crisp and tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Early High Polish Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #20879, .455 Eley cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd in 1908, with British crown-''V'' proofmarks to barrel, frame, and in flutes of cylinder. Lanyard loop in butt. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 80%-85% thinning and toning blue with light micro-scratching, thinning to high edges, back and front strap, with bottom of triggerguard showing little finish remaining. Grips show light to just moderate flattening to checks, and very minor losses to bottom edge of right panel. Action is very crisp with tight lockup, bore is at least fine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #327836, .45 Colt cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1928. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning and toning blue with most of the wear from holster use along left side of barrel. Frontstrap and backstrap with moderate thinning and toning and losses to bottom of triggerguard. Bright sides of hammer show mild carbon spotting. Grips are mostly crisp with small modification to upper back side of left scale. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Early Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #3880, .455 Eley cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, high polish blue finish and fire blue small parts, Colt factory checkered hard rubber grips with lanyard loop in butt. Early latch and circular New Service logo, with case hardened hammer. Mfg'd 1900. Revolver was sold to Capt. A. Benoit, shipped to Lewis Bros., Montreal, Quebec, Canada, in April 1900, in a shipment of 353. Left sideplate marked ''B/23'', with factory hand-checkered triggerspur and cylinder latch. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85%-90% original high polish blue with what appears to be light general holster wear to high edges of cylinder and near muzzle area. Front and backstrap retain approx. 50%-60% original blue, with light to just moderate thinning and toning to rear area of topstrap. Case hardened hammer shows mellow toning and minor carbon spotting. Action remains crisp with very precise tight lockup, bore is bright and excellent. Est! .: $800-$1,200.

U.S. Model 1917 Double Action Revolver, by Colt, #265170, .45 ACP cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, arsenal blue finish, smooth walnut grips, butt marked ''U.S. Army Model 1917/No. 113887''. Condition is fine to near excellent as arsenal reworked, retaining approx. 95% blue/black finish. Grips show light scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, very good bore with light frosting in grooves. Est.: $600-$800.

Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, with English proofmarks, #86636, .455 Eley cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1915, with Birmingham proofmarks and broadarrow markings. Condition is near fine as British arsenal refinished, retaining approx. 85%+ thinning blue. Grips show moderate flattening. Revolver retains its factory tight action and bore with frosting in grooves. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver, #337530, .41 Colt cal., 6'' barrel, high polish blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd in early 1912. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% original thinning and toning high polish blue. Grips show light general thinning, with very tight lockup and fine bore. Est.: $600-$800.

Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #319857, .45 Colt cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, checkered hard rubber grips, lanyard loop in butt. Mfg'd in 1923. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 40% thinning blue, with losses to frame and sideplate near retaining screws. Grips are later replacements cast from originals; brass grip screw and escutcheon are later replacements. Action is crisp with tight lockup, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650.

Early Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #3612, .455 Eley cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, high polish blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, case hardened hammer, lanyard loop in butt. Mfg'd 1900. Revolver features early round New Service logo to sideplate, hand-checkered triggerspur and cylinder latch. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% original factory high polish blue. Grips show moderate general wear to checkering. Ejector rod end is an English replacement. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650.

Colt Pre-War Flat-Top Officer's Model Double Action Revolver, #406850, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' barrel, high polish blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with deep-dished Colt medallions. Mfg'd in 1915. Condition is fine retaining approx. 88%-92% original factory high polish blue without fire blue parts which were discontinued in 1912. Most of the losses are at the muzzle and high points of cylinder. Grips show light flattening. Action is crisp and tight, bore is near new. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver, #517804, .32-20 cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions. Mfg'd 1925. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95% original factory blue, with visible dragline and light wear at muzzle. Grips show light wear. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650.

Colt Flat-Top Officer's Model Double Action Revolver, #609094, .38 Spec. cal., blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, windage adjustable rear and elevation adjustable front sights. Mfg'd 1937. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95% blue with losses at muzzle and thinning at backstrap. Grips show general wear. Action is crisp and factory tuned, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver, #541950, .32-20 cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions. Mfg'd in 1928. Scarce in this caliber. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% original finish with most of the losses from holster wear to lateral sides of barrel. Grips with light wear to checkering but still remaining mostly sharp. Bright sides of hammer show carbon spotting. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650.

Colt Official Police Double Action Revolver, #692033, .38 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips. Mfg'd 1943. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 90% original factory blue. Grips with light flattening with non-factory grip screw. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $350-$450.

Canadian Military Proofed Colt Official Police Double Action Revolver, #662279, .38-200 (.38 S&W) cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions and lanyard loop in butt. Mfg'd 1941. Rack marks to butt, broadarrow marks to backstrap, crown-''W'' proof to upper lefthand portion of frame, with special factory caliber designation roll-die markings. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 80%-90% thinning and toning blue. Grips with moderate to almost heavy flattening to checks and toning to backstrap. Action is tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $400-$600.

Colt Model 1878 Hammer Double Barrel Shotgun, #442, 10 ga., 30'' barrel, originally blue and case hardened finish, checkered walnut stock with pistol grip and splinter forend. Condition is very good as having once been cleaned, showing somewhat bright lightly burnished metal surfaces. Stock shows moderate to heavy thinning of checks. Hard rubber buttplate is a Bishop replacement. Shotgun remains mechanically very good. Bores show light pitting. Est.: $800-$1,200.

L.C. Smith Field Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, by Hunter Arms, #209431, 12 ga., 30'' matte game rib barrel choked Full/Mod., blue finish, case hardened frame and sideplates, double trigger, sidelock, auto safety and ejectors, checkered walnut round knob pistol-grip stock and hard rubber buttplate. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% thinning and lightly toning blue to ''Armor Steel'' marked barrel assembly. Frame retains approx. 60% vivid case hues with most of the thinning on the right side and at balance point. Stock shows minor flattening to checks with an additional coat of varnish. Action is tight, bores are excellent. Dating from approx. 1907. Est.: $800-$1,200.

L.C. Smith Trap Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, #215857, 12 ga., 30'' double ivory beaded serrated game rib type barrels, Miller type single trigger, manual safety, ejectors, blue barrel, case hardened lightly engraved frame, showing engraved Trap shooting scene to both sideplates and light floral treatment. Factory checkered straight grip walnut stock with vacant ovoid escutcheon, and horn inlaid beavertail forend. Adjustable Trap butt pad added. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 95% blue/black to barrels. Light thinning and silvering to frame and sideplates. Checkers remain mostly sharp with an additional coat of varnish professionally applied. Action is tight, bores are bright. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

L.C. Smith ''0'' Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, by Hunter Arms, with matched 2nd set of barrels, #6274E, frame is marked ''0'', 20 ga., with two sets of 28'' barrels, both barrels and forends are all matching, one set choked Imp./Mod.; the other Mod./Full. Both blue barrels with matted game ribs, single select Hunter 1 trigger, ejectors, manual safety, case hardened sidelock frame, round knob Price of Wales type grip, with factory checkered walnut stock and twin forend; with later added Pachmayr buttpad. Mfg'd 1906. Considered quite scarce with Prince of Wales grip. Condition is very good to near fine. Blue barrels show light wear from field use to finish, with minor scratches and light thinning. Frame has silvered at balance point with thinning to hues at sideplates and mild toning to right side. Stock with light to maybe just moderate flattening to checks, light scuffs, scratches, and minor pressure dings. It is our recommendation that the late added buttpad and s! pacers be professionally replaced. Action is tight, bores are bright. Est.: $3,000-$5,000.

Parker Field Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, #121781, 12 ga., 30'' barrel choked Full/Full, matted game rib, matte blue barrels, case hardened frame, fancy checkered walnut stock and forend, with extractors, manual safety, and double triggers. Length of pull approx. 14-1/8'' from forward trigger. Dating from 1903. Condition is excellent as professionally restored and restocked. Barrels retain 99% restored matte blue. Boxlock frame with extremely vivid new case colors. Beautiful approx. 4X flame black walnut stock is as new and fitted to original frame, with horn gripcap and buttplate. Action is crisp and tight, bores are mirror bright. Splinter-type forend is original with re-case colored hardware, enhanced checkering, with mismatched internal numbering. Left tube has been ringed and repaired. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

A. Francotte Double Barrel Shotgun, #27144, 12 ga., 29-3/4'' double bead matte game rib barrel with gold band, marked ''VonLengerke & Detmold/U.S. Agents New York''; Greener crossbolt, automatic safety, extractors, and double trigger. Standing breech is engraved in medium relief oakleaves. Sides of slightly banknote engraved boxlock frame marked ''A. Francotte Maker & Patentee/Liege, Belgium''. Shotgun is supplied with additional left-hand offset buttstock. Condition is very good with moderate flattening to checks, more pronounced on forend. Case-hardened frame retains approx. 50% muted hues. Barrels have thinned and toned to approx. 90% of their original luster. Action remains crisp, bores are bright. Length of pull is 13-1/2''; drop at comb approx. 1-1/2''. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Lang's Patented Side-by-Side Double Rifle, #5010, 26'' heavily damascened 28 ga. rifled steel barrels, blue finish, walnut cheekpiece stock, steel reinforced heel and toe, with crown-''V'' proofmarks. Condition is very good as refinished. Stock shows darkening near metal surfaces. Both lockplates are marked ''Joseph Lang & Sons''. Action is crisp, bores are fair. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Baker Batavia Leader Side-by-Side Field Grade Shotgun, #48438, 12 ga. choked Full/Mod., 28'' matted game rib barrel, double trigger, auto safety, sidelock with extractors, blue barrels, case hardened frame and sidelock, with pistol-grip checkered walnut stock. Condition is very good retaining 85%-90% black to barrels. Frame and sideplates show thinning and toning to case hardened finish. Stock with moderate to heavy flattening to checks and an additional coat of linseed oil added; minor fissure emanating from apex of left sideplate Original Baker marked hard rubber buttplate shows no losses. Action is tight, bores are bright. Length of pull is 14-3/16''. Est.: $450-$600.

German Exposed Hammer Side-by-Side Shotgun, unmarked, #66794, 16 ga., 29-1/2'' blue barrels, reblued frame and sidelocks, checkered splinter forend, lightly scroll engraved, cheekpiece walnut stock with sling swivels. Bottom of barrels with German and Belgian proofmarks. Condition is about very good as refinished with approx. 85% emersion type blue. Light flattening to checks and darkening near metal surfaces. Action is crisp, bores are fair, with one filler repair at right portion of lower tang. Est.: $300-$600.

European Underlever Shotgun, NSNV, 10 ga., 29'' damascus barrels, lightly scroll engraved frame, sideplate and hammers; checkered European walnut stock. Condition is good with moderate toning to barrels, frame, and sideplates. Checkers show refreshening, but with crisp action and very good bores. Est.: $400-$600.

Fine German Pre-War Side-by-Side Shotgun, by F.W. Kessler, Suhl, #33384, 16 ga., 28-3/4'' barrels choked Imp. Cyl., both nitro-proofed and marked ''Bohler Stahl''; lightly engraved case hardened finish, with cocking indicators. Shotgun features Greener crossbolt lock, auto safety, extractors, cheekpiece, sling swivels, matted game rib, double triggers, and double brass beads. Length of pull is 13-3/4'', with later added red rubber buttpad with black spacer. Condition is fine to near excellent showing light thinning to the lacquer over case hardened frame. Minor flattening to checks. Barrels may have been re-blackened at one time. Action is very tight, bores are bright. Est.: $800-$1,200.

German Exposed Hammer Side-by-Side Shotgun, by H. Burgsmuller of Kreien, Sen., #30899, 16 ga., 29-1/2'' blue barrels, case hardened frame and sidelocks, checkered splinter forend, cheekpiece walnut stock with sling swivels. Lightly scroll engraved, bottom of barrels with German and Belgian proofmarks. Condition is about very good with thinning and toning blue to barrels, and 20%-30% case colors in protected areas. Left hammer screw is split. Light flattening to checks and darkening near metal surfaces. Action is crisp, bores are bright. Est.: $450-$650.

German Single Shot Target Pistol, by Kaba, #517, .22 cal., 13-3/4'' part-octagon barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips and Schnauble forend, adjustable trigger, elevation adjustable rear and windage front sights, with side-lever barrel release. Appearing to be from the immediate pre- or post-war period. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 85% blue with most of the losses to the back and frontstrap and areas near butt. Grips are crisp and show little use. Action remains tight, adjustable trigger lets off crisply, bore is fine to near excellent. Est.: $400-$600.

Southern German Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle Converted from Percussion, NSNV, 3.5mm, originally 28'' barrel now with 6-1/2'' rifled muzzle, brown finish, checkered walnut stock with burl triggerguard and double set trigger; windage adjustable front and rear sights, with tang sight receptacle. Condition is very good overall retaining 30% brown to barrel, and 75% thinning and toning blue to sideplate. Stock with light sanding and minor decoration. Action needs cleaning, as does bore. Est.: $400-$600.

Germanic Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, converted from percussion, NSNV, 4mm, originally with 25'' barrel now with 5-1/4'' rifled portion, double set trigger, Swiss cheekpiece, buttplate, and fingergroove triggerguard; windage adjurtable front sight, elevation adjustable rear sight, and open receptacle for tang sight. Condition is good with moderate to dark toning to blue surfaces. Scuffs and scratches to dark stained stock. Lock needs adjustment, bore is fair. Est.: $400-$600.

Germanic Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, converted from percussion, NSNV, 4mm, originally with 27'' barrel with 6-1/4'' rifled portion at muzzle, top of barrel marked ''Carl Schonamsgruber/Nurnberg'', checkered walnut stock and high-pronounced cheekpiece, Swiss-type butt, double set trigger, and Swiss finger-loop triggerguard. Tulip-earred front sight with open rear sight receptacle. Condition is very good as refinished at time of conversion. Stock with light scuffs, dings, and possible refinishing. Set trigger functions correctly, as does action. Rifled portion of bore is at least fine. Est.: $400-$600.

Fine Germanic Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, by I. Strassberger in Traunstein, 4mm, 27'' octagon barrel with gallery barrel approx. the forward 7-1/4''; double set adjustable trigger, fingerloop lever, lightly carved and checkered walnut stock with high pronounced Schutzen cheekpiece and Swiss buttplate, with tulip-ear pin and post front sight. This gallery rifle appears to be considerably earlier than most we have handled and appears to have been converted from a percussion rifle. Rear sight is missing. Condition is very good to fine. Barrel retains approx. 92% toning rust blue. Stock with moderate flattening to checks and some darkening near metal contact points. Simplified loading gate apparatus is in good working order. Nice crisp action, very nice trigger pull but needs some adjustment as hammer will not consistently remain cocked (possibly needs a mild cleaning and lubrication). Ignition method is via percussion cap with small lead balls inserted thru the muz! zle. Est.: $600-$800.

Fine and Fancy Germanic Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, by Georg Greiss in Munchen, 4mm, 26'' octagon barrel with gallery barrel approx. the forward 7-1/4''; double set adjustable trigger, fingerloop lever, fancy checkered and carved walnut stock with high pronounced Schutzen cheekpiece and Swiss buttplate, with tulip-ear pin and post front sight. This gallery rifle appears to be earlier than mosthaving been converted from a percussion rifle. Sideplate and hammer with Germanic scroll and game scenes. Carved stock with scrolls, acorns, and stag's head to area immediately behind cheekpiece. Blued barrel is inlaid with small amounts of gold, platina scrolls, and bands both at breech and muzzle. Rear sight is present. Condition is about fine. Barrel retains approx. 92% toning rust blue that was probably redone at time of conversion. Stock with minor repairs, moderate flattening to checks, and cross-sectional loss to offhand thumbrest (which can either be repaired or el! iminated). Simplified loading gate apparatus is in good working order. Nice crisp action, smooth light trigger pull, ignition method is via percussion cap with small lead balls inserted thru the muzzle. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Germanic Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, by A. Burgmoser, Munchen, 4mm, 28'' octagon barrel with gallery barrel approx. the forward 7''; double set adjustable trigger, fingerloop lever, checkered walnut stock with high pronounced Schutzen cheekpiece and Swiss buttplate. Ramped and tubbed front sight set up for quick sight changes; removable rear sight is missing. Condition is about fine retaining 80%+ thinning and toning blue to barrel and buttplate. Stock with light scuffs but crisp checkering and no losses. Gallery loading gate apparatus is in good working order and is marked ''Stiegele System'' and numbered 3556. Nice crisp action, very nice trigger pull, micro-groove bore is excellent. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Unmarked Germanic Falling Block Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, possibly by a Guild, 4mm, 27-3/4'' blue octagon barrel with gallery barrel approx. the forward 8-1/2''; double set adjustable trigger which is removable, fingerloop lever with unique pinch spring release, dragon and scroll engraved, case hardened frame, lever, and buttplate; checkered walnut stock and forend with high pronounced Schutzen cheekpiece and Swiss buttplate. Ramped and tubbed front sight set up for quick front sight changes; removable rear sight is missing. Commercial German proofs crown-''B'' & ''U'' to upper right portion of frame. Condition is excellent retaining 98% vivid case colors to frame and lever; buttplate with minor thinning at highpoints. Stock with light scuffs but crisp checkering and no losses. Gallery loading gate apparatus is in good working order and retaining nearly all of its original case hues. Nice crisp action, very nice trigger pull, micro-groove bore is excellent. A ! super-high quality pre-war Gallery rifle that would be difficult to replace. Est.: $2,000-$3,000.

Unmarked Germanic Falling Block Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, possibly by a Guild, 4mm, 29'' octagon barrel with gallery barrel approx. the forward 8''; double set adjustable trigger, fingerloop lever, checkered walnut stock and forend with high pronounced Schutzen cheekpiece and Swiss buttplate. Ramped and tubbed front sight set up for quick sight changes; removable rear sight is missing. Condition is about fine retaining 60%-70% vivid case colors to frame and lever; buttplate with minor toning. Stock with light scuffs but crisp checkering and no losses. Forend may be a high quality later addition. Area approx. 6'' forward of breech with mild witness marks lightly marring the finish. Gallery loading gate apparatus is in good working order. Nice crisp action, very nice trigger pull, micro-groove bore is excellent. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Unmarked Germanic Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, possibly by a Guild, 4mm, 29'' octagon barrel with gallery barrel approx. the forward 8-3/4''; double set adjustable trigger, fingerloop lever, checkered walnut stock with high pronounced Schutzen cheekpiece and Swiss buttplate. Ramped and tubbed front sight set up for quick sight changes; removable rear sight is missing. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 94% original blue to barrel that is thinning and toning slightly. Case colors to tang, lever, and butt show minor discoloration. Blonde European walnut stock with only the slightest marks from handling. Gallery loading gate apparatus is in good working order. Action is crisp, trigger pull is very good, micro-groove bore is excellent. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Germanic Falling Block Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, by A. Schurk, Munchen, 4mm, 29'' octagon barrel with gallery barrel approx. the forward 7''; double set adjustable trigger, fingerloop lever, checkered walnut stock and forend with high pronounced Schutzen cheekpiece and Swiss buttplate. Ramped and earred front sight set up for quick height adjustable; removable rear sight is missing. Matted blue barrel, case hardened frame, lever and buttplate. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ vivid case colors frame, lever and butt, showing virtually no use. Stock with minior pressure marks that are near imperceptible. Gallery loading gate apparatus is in good working order showing most all if its original finish. Nice crisp action, very nice trigger pull, micro-groove bore is excellent. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Fancy Swiss Single Shot Zimmerschutzen Gallery Rifle, NSNV, marked ''Hy Jaquet a Geneve'' in gold script with platina border; additionally marked ''Acier Fondu'' (Fluid Steel) in gold script with gold and platina oval surround. Original blue barrel is 24'' long and may have been re-blackened at time of conversion; sleeved and threaded gallery mechanism is 8-1/2'' long; tang was probably originally case colored and is lightly foliate engraved. Rifle was originally a large percussion Jaeger rifle that has been professionally converted to gallery use. Right side of stock is inlaid with Stand of Arms, back edge of buttstock trimmed with light and dark vignette parquet which abutts to moderately engraved German silver Swiss buttplate. Massive nickel silver dog's head forend cap is exquisitely detailed down to ears, eyelashes, and individual teeth, with a very fine crosshatching pattern giving the impression of individual hairs. Dog's head is abutted with nickel-silver s! trip adorned with pineapple and scroll motifs, and terminating just forward the double set trigger mechanism. Original fingergrooved guard is now missing and also abutts to similarly adorned serpentine scroll terminating in a large dragon head. Left side of stock with large ornate nickel silver dragon escutcheon that probably acted as the locking bar for the original hammer and lock mechanism, which is now neatly and professionally plugged with mild border treatment at right side just forward the checkering. Cheekpiece terminates in precisely carved eagle's head and scroll; individual feathers and nostril are nicely detailed. Action cocks at end of false barrel, and double set triggers function perfectly. Condition is fine. Stock with scuffs, dings, and just moderate flattening to checks. The only serious detraction to this fine old Gallery rifle is the missing fingerloop triggerguard, which could hopefully be scavenged and modified from a similar rifle or made from ! scratch. Seldom seen with such beautiful and amazing detail. ! Est.: $2,500-$4,000.

French Made Giffard Single Shot Reservoir Type Air Rifle, by St. Etienne, #6464, 8mm ball, 25'' round rifled barrel, blue finish, lightly foliate engraved, with straight checkered walnut stock. French engineer Paul Giffard came from a family with a history of experimenting with compressed gases. His older brother Henri was instrumental in the development of air ships and is credited for having made the world's first powered flight in a derigible in December 1852. Paul Giffard held approx. 200 patented inventions from the pneumatic telegraph to the pressurized tubes once used in drive-in banks and other businesses for fast delivery of documents. During the 1850s, Giffard patented this single shot pneumatic breechloader, featuring a stirrup pump and air reservoir located beneath the barrel. This early specimen was not commercially successful simply because each compressed air cylinder released the entire propellant charge with every shot, which made it necessary for th! e user to endure the laborious process of installing a new cylinder with each shot. Later versions produced in England overcame this disadvantage, which permitted the shooter to fire 40 to 60 shots before recharging. At the time, these guns caused quite a stir in scientific and military circles, with some thinkers suggesting that their silent deadliness might play a major role in the conduct of future wars. Many gun companies feared that powder-burning arms would become obsolete. Colt's Mfg. went so far as to pay $1 million dollars to purchase the American right to produce these guns. Unfortunately for Giffard and Colt stockholders, these firearms never really caught on. It is interesting to note that the company's trademark found both on the breech and hard rubber buttplate was Paul's brother Henri's first derigible so often reproduced in publications on the history of flight. Condition is fine to near excellent. Gold St. Etienne markings are crisp with no losses. ! Barrel retains approx. 98% blue. Changeable gas cylinder sho! ws thinn ing and toning from use and constant change. Frame with only light high edgewear. Stock with light scuffs and minor darkening near upper tang. Hard rubber buttplate shows one small chip at heel. Action is crisp and functioning, bore should clean to at least very good. Est.: $1,700-$2,400.

English Made Giffard Single Shot Reservoir Type Air Rifle, by Giffard Gun Co. Ltd., London, #5033, 8mm ball, 27'' thin matted octagon barrel, blue finish, lightly foliate engraved, with straight checkered walnut stock, and Martini-type lever to open breech. Thumb safety is marked ''Safe'' in inlaid platina, with additional platina lines inlaid in three-blade Express type rear sight. ''Giffard Gun Co. Ltd.'' is neatly hand engraved to left side of frame with minimal punchdot bordering. Blue steel buttplate shows light engraving at screw slots and at circumference of holes. French engineer Paul Giffard came from a family with a history of experimenting with compressed gases. His older brother Henri was instrumental in the development of air ships and is credited for having made the world's first powered flight in a derigible in December 1852. Paul Giffard held approx. 200 patented inventions from the pneumatic telegraph to the pressurized tubes once used in drive-in ba! nks and other businesses for fast delivery of documents. During the 1850s, Giffard patented this single shot pneumatic breechloader, featuring a stirrup pump and air reservoir located beneath the barrel. Early specimens were not commercially successful simply because each compressed air cylinder released the entire propellant charge with every shot, which made it necessary for the user to endure the laborious process of installing a new cylinder with each shot. This later type version overcame this disadvantage, which permitted the shooter to fire 40 to 60 shots before recharging. At the time, these guns caused quite a stir in scientific and military circles, with some thinkers suggesting that their silent deadliness might play a major role in the conduct of future wars. Many gun companies feared that powder-burning arms would become obsolete. Colt's Mfg. went so far as to pay $1 million dollars to purchase the American right to produce these guns. Unfortunately for ! Giffard and Colt stockholders, these firearms never really cau! ght on. It is interesting to note that the company's trademark found both on the breech and hard rubber buttplate was Paul's brother Henri's first derigible so often reproduced in publications on the history of flight; however, these London made variants lack that detail. Condition is excellent. Markings are crisp with no losses. Barrel and frame retain approx. 95%+ blue with losses at high edges. Changeable gas cylinder shows thinning and toning from use. Stock with very light marks from handling; checks are only slightly flattened. Hard rubber buttplate with small area of corrosion just above upper screw. Action is crisp and functioning, bore is excellent. Est.: $2,000-$3,000.

Antique Swiss Schutzen Rifle, by A. Belloni (in Lugano), #920, .41 Swiss RF cal., 33'' octagon blue barrel, case hardened frame, lever, Swiss buttplate, and hardware; circasian cheekpiece walnut stock, double set triggers, windage adjustable front sight, elevation adjustable rear. Based on the Martini Peabody action. Condition is excellent showing very little use and is of exquisite workmanship. Slight thinning and toning to barrel. Very minor discoloration to case hardened frame. Stock shows only the slightest handling marks. Set trigger works as designed. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Antique Swiss Schutzen Rifle, ''Robert Fluckiger'' in lightly scrolled panel, ''Zurich'' to similar panel on left side of frame; #147, 7.5x55 cal., 34-1/2'' fluted octagon blue barrel, case hardened frame, lever, Swiss buttplate, and hardware; European walnut stock with high Swiss cheekpiece, right side of buttstock marked in German silver inlaid plaque ''U. Fpuhler/Zurich V''; double set triggers, windage adjustable front sight, elevation adjustable rear. Based on the Martini Peabody action. Condition is excellent showing very little use and is of exquisite workmanship. Case hardened components retain 65%+ original but lightly thinning finish. Stock shows light impressions and minor scuffs from field use. Action is crisp, bore is fine to excellent. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Colt 2nd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #41437SA, .45 Colt cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered black hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd 1965. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85%-90% original blue with general thinning, slightly muted case colors, and light carbon spotting to bright sides of hammer. Grips remain crisp. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Colt 2nd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #44420SA, .45 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo, bright sided hammer, and single line barrel address. Mfg'd 1967. Condition is fine to near excellent. Case hardened frame colors are slightly muted. Barrel with light wear at muzzle. Cylinder with minor circumferential thinning and scuffing. Minor thinning and discoloration to backstrap. Light to moderate scratching to bottom portion of barrel. Grips remain sharp. Action is crisp and tight, bore is excellent with the exception of a light ring approx. 2'' from muzzle. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Colt 2nd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #28299SA, .44 Spec. cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, bright sided hammer, factory checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd 1959. Condition is excellent showing light micro-scratching to cylinder and near imperceptible dragline. Very light wear at muzzle. Grips are sharp and crisp. Action is tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $1,800-$2,200.

Colt 2nd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #25907SA, .38 Spec. cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, bright sided hammer, two-piece stag grips. Mfg'd 1959. Considered somewhat scarce by collectors as .38 Spec. was discontinued in 1961. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 95% factory blue and 96% vivid case colors. Stag grips fit very well showing little wear. Bright side of hammer with some moderate carbon spotting. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Colt 2nd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #15736SA, .38 Spec. cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, Colt factory checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo, and bright sided hammer. Mfg'd 1957. Revolver is considered somewhat scarce by 2nd Generation Colt collectors as the .38 Spec. was only mfg'd from mid-1956 to early 1961 and was discontinued with the introduction of the .357 mag. Condition is excellent showing only the slightest marks from handling and virtually no dragline. Grips are crisp. Revolver appears unfired. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Colt 2nd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #25556SA, .44 Spec. cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd 1959. Condition is excellent and appearing unfired, showing just micro-scratching from handling. Cylinder with very thin dragline. Grips remain crisp. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $2,250-$2,750.

Late 2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #71486SA, .45 cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, bright sided hammer, single line barrel address, American eagle black factory checkered plastic grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd 1975. Condition is excellent showing virtually no use and only the slightest marks from storage. No visible dragline. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Early 2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #19803SA, .44 Spec. cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, with later added two-piece ivory grips, which nicely fit the slightly larger hand. Mfg'd 1958. Revolver remains in near excellent condition with light scuffing and even patina. Grips fit fairly well. Cylinder with moderate dragline which is not quite thru the finish. Screw slots are straight. Action is crisp and tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $2,250-$2,750.

Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA22781, .45 Colt cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory black checkered American eagle grips, in original box with associated paperwork. Mfg'd 1979. Condition is excellent and appears unfired with no dragline at time of description. Box shows minor tattering to edges. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA43163, .45 cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, two-piece smooth walnut grips. Mfg'd 1980. Condition is excellent showing only slight micro-scratching from handling. Grips with no perceivable wear. Slight near imperceptible dragline. Revolver shows very little use. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA25530, .45 Colt cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory black checkered American eagle grips, in original box with associated paperwork. Mfg'd 1979. Condition is excellent and appears unfired with no dragline at time of description. Box shows minor tattering to edges. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA14242, .357 mag. cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened frame, American eagle factory checkered black plastic grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd 1978. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% original factory finish with scuffing and high edgewear to cylinder and light wear at muzzle from holster use. Case colors have muted slightly. Grips remain crisp. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Factory Engraved Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #54348SA, .357 mag. cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, blue screws, cylinder arbor, and ejector rod lever; checkered one-piece ebony grips. Blue hammer with bright sides. Revolver features ''A'' grade engraving with 1/4 coverage. Mfg'd 1970. Condition is excellent showing only light use with light dragline and powder staining to front edge of cylinder. Ebony grips show virtually no wear and appear new. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $3,000-$3,500.

''C'' Engraved Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA67718, .44-40 cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, nickel plated, two-piece ivory grips with bright Rampant Colt medallions. Revolver features 75% engraving coverage, barrel roll marked ''Colt Frontier Six Shooter'', with black powder frame. Condition is excellent showing virtually no use retaining its brightly polished nickel finish. Grips are of the 1-1/2 type with visible screwhead to right panel and no protrusion on left. Est.: $5,000-$7,500.

Early 3rd Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver, #87989SA, .357 mag. cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered American eagle black plastic grips with Rampant Colt logo, with non-removable cylinder arbor. Mfg'd 1977. Condition is excellent retaining nearly all its original finish, with two very small marks to ejector rod housing and very faint dragline. Revolver appears unfired with crisp sharp grips. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Bronze Plaque of Pony Express Rider, by Alexander Phminister Proctor (Am., 1862-1950). Wells Fargo commissioned this plaque for the 50th anniversary of the Pony Express in 1910. The plaque depicts a cowboy on horseback riding a fast galloping horse going to the next relay station. Signed in the lower center by Proctor under the Pony Express logo, measures 17'' in dia., and weighing 12 lbs. Condition is very good. Features ion the Bergmann book on bronzes, Vol. 4, pages 1184-1185, no. 4759. A great depiction of an era in communications that lasted only fifteen months. Est.: $1,200-$2,000.

Antique Box of .38-40 CF Cartridges, 50 count, marked ''Peters Improved Semi-Smokeless'', and ''For Winchester, Marlin and Colt Rifles, Also Various Revolvers'', ''The Peters Cartridge Co., Cincinnati, O. U.S.A.''. Labels are red/green/blue. Condition is excellent showing only over slight edgewear to corners of box. (Walt Hallstein collection) $300-$500.

Lot of Three (3) Antique Boxes of .38 Cal. Cartridges. (1) The Union Metallic Cartridge Co. box of .38 Cal. Automatic Colt Pistol Central-Fire Cartridges, full box, cartridge cut marked ''.38 Automatic Colt'', buff/plaid labels. (2) The Union Metallic Cartridge Co. box of .38 Cal. S&W Central-Fire Cartridges, full box, cartridge cut marked ''.38 S&W'', tan/black labels. (3) Winchester Repeating Arms Co., New Haven, Conn., box of .38 Long Rifle Cartridges, marked ''Stetson's Patent/Oct. 24th, 1871'', green/orange labels over buff box. Condition to all is very good showing some wear and staining to labels. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $250-$400/lot.

Antique Box of Winchester .50-95 Express Brass Cartridges, partial box of 19, marked ''Manufactured and Guaranteed/by the/Winchester Repeating Arms Co.,/New Haven, Conn., U.S.A.''. Labels are buff color over buff colored box. Cartridge cut label is marked ''.50-95 Winchester Express''; small green side label reads ''.50-.95 Express Winchester''. Condition is about fine with soiling and staining and minor losses to edges. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $750-$1,000.

Antique Box of Winchester Model 1886 .50-110 Express Cartridges, 20 count, marked ''20 Cartridges, for Model 1886, Winchester Repeating Rifle, Manufactured and Guaranteed by the/Winchester Repeating Arms Company,/New Haven, Conn., U.S.A.''. Label is blue over buff box; green side label reads ''.50-110 Express Winchester''. Cartridge cut is marked ''.50-100-300/Winchester Express/Model 1886''. Condition is excellent showing only minor edgewear to top label. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $800-$1,200.

Antique Box of Winchester .45 Cal. CF Metallic Cartridges, 50 count, marked ''Winchester .45 Caliber Center Fire Metallic Cartridges for Colt's Double Action and Single Action Army Revolvers'', manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co.,/New Haven, Conn. U.S.A.''. Top label is green, with orange side label that reads ''Colt's Fire Arms Manuf.'' with the Rampant Colt logo, over buff box; other side label shows large red ''W'' and reads ''.45 Caliber Colt C.F. Winchester Make.''. Condition is very good with minor soiling, discoloration and wear to edges of labels. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Antique Box of U.S. Cartridge Co. .45-70 Cal. Cartridges, full box, marked ''45-70 Extra Heavy Solid Head Central Fire Cartridges. Manufactured and Guaranteed/by the/United States Cartridge Company, Lowell, Mass./Government Standard for Target Use.''. Labels are green over buff box; side green label reads ''45-70 Gov't 405 Grs.''. Cartridge cut is marked ''U.S. .45 Gov't Musket Centre Fire''. Ca. 1895-1910. Condition is excellent with minor edgewear to label. Buff box shows light staining. Est.: $400-$600.

Lot of Four (4) Antique Boxes of Winchester .22 Cal. Cartridges, all 50 count. (1) One with dark green label with the word ''Smokeless'' in red over buff box, marked on yellow side label ''.22 Short Smokeless Target Cartridges Greaseless Bullets''; cartridge cut marked ''Short''. (2) One with red/white/blue label, marked ''50 Lesmok/Precision 200''. (3) One with yellow/red/blue label, marked ''.22 Long Rifle/All-X Match Smokeless'', unopened. (4) One marked .22 Automatic Rim Fire/Smokeless Powder Cartridges/ for Winchester Rifle Model 1903''; cartridge cut marked ''.22 Automatic'', unopened. (Walt Hallstein collection) Condition to all is excellent. Est.: $300-$500/lot.

Lot of Two (2) Antique Boxes of .22 Cal. Cartridges. (1) One two-piece buff colored box with red stripe, marked ''Winchester .22 Long Rifle Cartridges'', Made in U.S.a., Lesmok/Precision 75'', full box. (2) Union Metallic Cartridge Co. box, with green/orange labels, marked ''Fifty .22 Calibre Pistol Cartridges, with swaged bullets'', partial box with 27 cartridges. Winchester box is in excellent condition; UMCC box is very good with minor edgewear to labels. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $350-$500/lot.

Two (2) Antique Boxes of .22 Cal. Pistol Cartridges, one partial and one empty, green/orange labels over plaid/buff box, marked ''100 No. 1/.22-100 Pistol Cartridges/ manufactured by the Union metallic Cartridge Co.,/Under Smith & Wesson's Pat. 17 Ap., '60, Bridgeport, Conn.'' Both boxes are in very good condition with only very slight fading and no losses. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $400-$600/lot.

Antique Box of Winchester .40-70 Cal. Cartridges, full box, green label over buff box, marked ''For Model 1886/Winchester Repeating Rifle; manufactured and Guaranteed by the/Winchester Repeating Arms Company/New Haven, Conn., U.S.A.''; cartridge cut is marked ''40-70-330/Winchester/Model 1886''. Condition is very good showing staining and soiling to label; box shows remnants of taping. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $350-$500.

Two (2) Two-Piece Boxes of Western Cartridge Co. .22 Calibre RF Short Cartridges, one full box and one partial box, both with green/black labels and red maltese bullseye cross in center; red side labels with cartridge cuts marked ''.22 Calibre Short''. Both boxes in are excellent condition. (Walt Hallstein collection) Est.: $700-$900/lot.

Antique Box of .38 Cal. Cartridges, 50 count, marked for ''Winchester Rifle Model 1873 Central Fire Solid Head'', and ''Made by United States Cartridge Co./Lowell, Mass.'' Labels are orange and dark blue. Condition is very good with slight edgewear to box. (Walt Hallstein collection) $150-$300.

Bronze Plaque of Pony Express Centennial, by Marion Breckenridge, (Am. 20th Century), showing the three founders of the Pony Express, with the dates 1860-1861 to 1960-1961. Plaque also shows a long Pony Express rider on horseback following the Overland route from St. Joseph, MO to Sacramento, CA. Signed underneath the Pony Express logo; the obverse side is the foundry stamps of Frank Hays Metalworks, Sonoma, CA. Plaque measures 17'' in dia., weighing 12 lbs. Condition is very good. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Colt Black Powder Series Model 1860 Army Revolver, #204938, .44 cal., 8'' blue barrel, case hardened frame, one-piece walnut grip. Four-screw frame adapted for shoulder stock. In original box with paperwork and factory hang tag. Original receipt is dated 4-23-84. Condition is as new and appearing unfired, with no dragline. Box shows light to moderate edgewear with one tape repair and additional wear at seam. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Black Powder Series Model 1861 Navy Revolver, #41108, .36 cal., 7-1/2'' blue barrel, case hardened frame, silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard, with one-piece hardwood grips. In original factory box with paperwork and factory hang tag. Condition is as new and appearing unfired, with no dragline. Box shows light wear at edges. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Black Powder Series 1st Model Dragoon, #31738, .44 cal., 8'' barrel, blue and case hardened frame, brass straps and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips. In original box with original paperwork and factory hang tag. Condition is as new and appearing unfired, with no dragline. Box shows light scuffing at edges. Est.: $600-$900.

Colt Heritage Commemorative Black Powder Series Walker, #119, .44 ball cal., 9'' barrel, marked ''C Co. No. 119'', with applied gold riband to left side of barrel lug ''The Colt Heritage Commemorative''; right barrel lug with applied images of Samuel Colt and Capt. Walker; blue and case hardened finish, and one-piece cartouched walnut grips. Complete with a similarly numbered copy of the book ''The Colt Heritage'', signed by R.L. Wilson, as well as original walnut display case lined in green velvet, with interior gold-on-black leather label marked ''The Colt Heritage''. All in its original shipping box. Original factory paperwork and original receipt dated 6-22-84 for $900 are included. Condition is as new and appearing unfired with no dragline, and factory hang tag in place. Revolver remains in original factory box with factory preservatives. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Custom Engraved Limited Edition 1 of 40 Colt Black Powder Series United States Cavalry Commemorative Set, consisting of two (2) Colt 1860 Army Revolvers both with gold-applied Rampant Colt logo, #US2983 & #2983US, .44 cal., 8'' blue barrels, case hardened frames, brass backstraps and triggerguards, one-piece cartouched walnut grips. Revolvers are additionally adorned with gold band at muzzle, the numbers ''23 of 40'' to left side of each frame, and small gold-applied stars to cylinder flats in between nipple cutouts. With similarly marked brass and walnut shoulder stock, powder flask, nipple wrench, cap tin, all in a black walnut blue velveteen lined partition case, with instructions and associated paperwork. Also included are the two Colt woodgrain cardboard boxes the revolvers originally came in, with end labels marked ''Colt Custom Gunshop, 23 of 40, U.S. Cavalry Set, Custom Engraved''. With original receipt dated 5-11-84. Contents of set appear new and unfired,! with no dragline, with original factory grease, in original plastic bags. Woodgrain cardboard boxes show light to moderate scuffs commensurate with nearly 30 years of age. Est.: $2,500-$3,000.

Colt Black Powder Series United States Cavalry Commemorative Set, consisting of two (2) Colt 1860 Army Revolvers, #US2268 & #2268US, .44 cal., 8'' blue barrels, case hardened frames, brass backstraps and triggerguards, one-piece cartouched walnut grips. With similarly marked brass and walnut shoulder stock, powder flask, nipple wrench, and cap tin, all in a black walnut blue velveteen lined partition case, with instructions and associated paperwork. Also included are the two Colt woodgrain cardboard boxes the revolvers originally came in. With copy of cashier's check for original amount dated 7-17-84. Contents of set appear new and unfired, with no dragline, in original plastic bags. Woodgrain cardboard boxes show light to moderate scuffs commensurate with nearly 30 years of age. Est.: $1,400-$1,800.

Colt Black Powder Series Model 1862 Pocket Police Revolver, #55797, .36 cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips. With original paperwork, black factory box, and American style partition case lined in blue cotton velveteen, with bullet mold, powder flask, cap tin, and nipple wrench. Condition is as new and appearing unfired, without dragline, and factory hang tag in place. Box shows light scuffing at edges. Est.: $500-$700.

Colt Black Powder Series 2nd Model Dragoon, #33789, .44 cal., 8'' barrel, blue and case hardened frame, brass straps and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips. In original box with original paperwork and factory hang tag. Condition is as new and appearing unfired, with no dragline. Box shows light scuffing at edges. Est.: $600-$900.

Colt Black Powder Series Model 1862 Pocket Police Revolver, #52181, .36 cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips. With original paperwork and black factory box. Condition is as new and appearing unfired, without dragline, and factory hang tag in place. Box shows light scuffing at edges. Est.: $450-$600.

Cased Colt Black Powder Series Model 1862 Pocket Police Revolver, #55798, .36 cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grips. With original paperwork, black factory box, and American style partition case lined in blue cotton velveteen, with bullet mold, powder flask, cap tin, and nipple wrench. Condition is as new and appearing unfired, without dragline, and factory hang tag in place. Box shows light scuffing at edges. Est.: $500-$700.

Finely Cast Bronze Sculpture of Standing Bison, by Alfred Dubucand (French, 1828-). Bison shows an elaborate coat of hair and rack of curved horns, taking stride over the prairie. On custom black marble plinth, signed on bronze base in lower right corner, measuring 12'' in height,, 6'' in width, 15'' in length, and weighing 50 lbs. Condition is very good. Est.: $1,000-$2,000.

Lot of U.S. GI Tools, consisting of Trapdoor combination tools, Civil War era tools, early 03 Springfield tools, 1911 tools, BAR wrench, M1 Carbine gas nut wrench, etc. Approx. twenty (20) pieces. Condition to all is good to fine, some require a light cleaning. Est.: $300-$500/lot.

Lot of U.S. Sights, some new old stock, including many King's and Marble's sights in original packaging envelopes, dating from the 1920s to the early 1950s; brand new Lyman 57 sight for a Model 43 Winchester; Redfield 102E for '92, '94, '53 & '55 Winchester rifle and Carbines; Marbles tang sight for Remington Model 12 and another for a Stevens No. 70 Visible Loader. Approx. fifteen (15) sights in their original packaging. Lot additionally includes an Allen's Patent diopter tang sight, Marbles tang sight marked ''W-12'', plus misc. sights. Est.: $800-$1,200/lot.

Bronze Bust Statue of Will Rogers, by Charles Marion Russell (1864-1927). This original posthumous bronze casting of Will Rogers (a close friend of Russell) shows the great American humorist in a caricature sculpture. Bronze shows plenty of wrinkles on the face of Will Rogers and also shows Rogers with a sly smile on his face and his trademark cowboy hat on his head. Signed on the back with a steer logo, dated 1904, stamped RBW (Roman Bronze Works). Statue is 13'' in height, 11'' in width, 9'' in length, weighing 30 lbs. Condition is excellent. Est.: $1,000-$1,800.

Pair of Winchester marked Roller Skates, nickel plated, steel wheels, from the inter-war period. Skates are marked ''Winchester Trademark, Made in U.S.A.'', with 1926 and 1934 patent dates. Condition is very good appearing mechanically excellent, with each individual wheel neatly marked with patent dates. Overall light oxidation. Missing straps. Est.: $125-$250.

Bronze Oval Plaque of Pres. Abraham Lincoln, by Henry Melvin Shrady (Am., 1871-1922). This finely cast plaque depicts the side bust view of Pres. Lincoln repoussed out of the oval bronze. Backside is inscribed on the top ''Henry M. Shrady'', and at the bottom ''Henry Bonnard Bronze Co., New York, 1890'', measuring approx. 5''x4''. Condition is very good. Est.: $400-$600.

Complete Collection of Percussion Colt Revolvers in Miniature, ca. 1962, in book casing, entitled ''Colt's Story in Miniature, 1836-1862''. Set consists of 14 pewter miniatures of famous Colt percussion revolvers from the Paterson to the 1862 Police. Condition is excellent. Includes book discussing each pistol. Est.: $200-$400/set.

Webley MK IV Double Action Revolver, #139846, .455 cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered hard rubber grips, with 1914 dated frame, ''GR'' proofs, broadarrow markings to most all visible parts, and lightly import marked ''England''. Condition is very good to fine retaining approx. 75%-80% thinning and lightly toning finish. Grips show mild flattening. Action locks up super tight, bore is at least fine. Est.: $450-$650.

WWI Era English Bayonet Training Musket, by C.G. Bonehill, approx. 63'' overall, 50'' mock barrel assembly of which 16-1/2'' is spring loaded at tip to simulate bayonet penetration in training, with circular protective ring at wrist to protect user from opponent. Iron tubular construction, walnut stock and forend, with checkered iron tang and plain iron cup buttplate; bottom portion of stock marked ''C.G. Bonehill, Riflemaker, Birmingham, 1919''. Condition is good to very good with heavy overall patina to metal parts. Stock with darkening and scuffs, but completely functional. Est.: $250-$500.

Webley Fosbery Semi-Automatic Revolver, #2944, .455 Webley cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut stocks with lanyard loop in butt. Revolver named to W.G. Cowley on backstrap; left side of topstrap marked ''Webley Fosbery''; top rib of barrel marked ''P. Webley & Sons. London & Birmingham''; left side of frame ''455 Cordite'' with winged ''W&S'' flying bullet logo; crown-''BV'' proofmarks at all six cylinder lugs. Designed by G.V. Fosbery in 1895 and mfg'd from 1901-1915, with a total of approx. 4750 mfg'd. This recoil-operated semi-automatic revolver can be fired quickly and with much less muzzle climb than a comparable period semi-automatic pistol. Shots were smooth and consistent permitting rapid and accurate shooting. Famed period target shooter Walter Winans preferred the Fosbery, and in 1902 used it to place 6 shots in a 2'' bullseye at 12 paces in seven seconds. Never adopted as an official government sidearm, many privately purchased examples found t! heir way to the trenches in WWI. The pistol also saw limited use in the Boer Wars. In the classic film ''The Maltese Falcon'', Sam Spade's partner, Miles Archer, was killed with a Fosbery. With correct period military flap holster dated 1914. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 60% original finish. Walnut grips show smoothing and rounding. Action remains crisp, bore is excellent. Holster shows moderate general wear and toning to leather. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Webley & Scott MK III Double Action Revolver, #53599, .38 S&W cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered target walnut grips, British proofmarks, topstrap marked ''Webley & Scott Ltd., Birmingham''; right side marked ''Made in England''. Condition is fine retaining approx. 92% original factory blue thinning and toning in spots. Grips show minor flattening to checks. Action is crisp, bore is bright. This revolver appears to be a post-war overrun outfitted for the civilian market. Est.: $300-$450.

Webley MK IV Double Action Break-Top Revolver, #356037, .455 cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered brown grip. Dated 1918, with various BNP and broadarrow markings; additional post-service markings, ''England'', and pressure proof markings. Face of cylinder has been fly cut to accept .45 ACP in halfmoon clips. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85%-90% toning and lightly thinning blue. Grips show just moderate flattening. Action is tight, bore is bright with very minor frosting near lands. Est.: $450-$600.

Boxed German Scheintod Gas Pistol, NSNV, 11mm gas cartridge, 3-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, niter-blue hammer and trigger, vignette pattern hard rubber grips, marked ''Scheintod Pistola'' with dancing skeleton motif. In original kraft box with cover art of gentlemen subduing thug, with German instructions inside lid. After the Treaty of Versailles, limited firearm ownership in Germany caused ingenious individuals to introduce pepper-gas pistols for self-protection. Condition is excellent showing little use, possibly unfired. Est.: $200-$400.

Three-Barreled Scheintod Gas Pistol, #601, approx. 11mm pepper-gas cartridge, 2-3/4'' tip-down barrel block with automatic extractors, blue finish, dancing skeleton factory checkered hard rubber grips. Condition is excellent showing little use and only very light edgewear, with crown-''U'' German proofmarks. One sideplate screw shows deformation to slot (detracts little). Est.: $400-$600.

German Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Franz Stock-Berlin, #32782, .32 cal., 3-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory hard rubber grips with Stock logo, and one correct magazine. Condition is fine showing period refinish. Grips with minor flattening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. A unique German Pocket pistol from the WWI period. Est.: $250-$400.

Davis Warner Infallible Semi-Automatic Pistol, #2885, .32 ACP cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with one correct and original magazine. Mfg'd during the early part of the 20th Century with approx. 7000 mfg'd. Striker fired blow-back with an internal breechblock rather than a slide. Uniquely mfg'd as not to infringe on Browning's patent. Condition is about very good retaining 80% original flaking blue and fiery case hues to trigger. Grips show little wear. Bore with light frosting in grooves. Needs a good cleaning. Est.: $300-$450.

Ortgies Semi-Automatic Pistol, #113908, .32 cal., 3-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips, with brass Deutsche Werke medallions, and correct nickel magazine. Import marked ''Germany'' below serial number with pre-war German nitro-proofs. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% original thinning and toning blue. Grips show light wear and mellow toning. Action is crisp, bore is very good with light frosting in grooves. Est.: $200-$400.

CZ-27 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #455680, .32 ACP cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory one-piece brown checkered grips, with Waffenampt FNH code. Condition is fine as refinished retaining 95% blue. Grips are excellent with minor scuffs. Action remains crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $250-$450.

CZ 1938 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #255556, .380 cal., 4.65'' barrel, double action only, blue finish, wraparound checkered phenolic resin grips with CZ logo, lanyard loop in butt, with one correct magazine. Left side of slide marked ''Ceska Zbrojovka Akc Spol V Praze''; right side of frame with CZ logo and ''E7/lion/39''. Similar proofmarks to top of slide and center of barrel at chamber. Condition is excellent as professionally restored, retaining approx. 98% emersion type blue with crisp clear markings. Grips with very light wear. Straw colored hammer and trigger retain nearly all their original finish. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $400-$600.

Mauser Model 1910-34 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #512491, .32 cal., 3-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered wraparound walnut grips, with one correct Mauser marked magazine. A popular pistol with officers in WWII. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% original factory blue with some losses to frontstrap and on recoil spring housing. Grips show mild wear. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Refurbished Post-War Commercial Mauser C96 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #16023, .30 Mauser cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, New Safety marking, phosphate finish, replacement walnut grips, rear sight calibrated 50-1000, Oberndorf proofmark as well as Chinese characters to left side of receiver, and mismatched bolt. Pistol is possibly re-numbered. Condition is fine to excellent as arsenal or importer refinished. Grips are new showing only light marks from handling. Pistol retains a crisp action and a very bright bore. Est.: $400-$600.

Astra Model 900 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #19763, .30 Mauser cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, 12-groove walnut grips. Side of pistol marked ''Astra Automatic Pistol Cal. 7.63/Patented July 12, 1928''. Condition is fair as re-imported into the U.S., retaining 40% heavily toning blue. Grips are dark and show moderate to heavy wear, as does grip screw. Action is full of old cosmoline and needs a thorough cleaning; bore shows little original rifling. Est.: $450-$650.

Early Rework Mauser Bolo Semi-Automatic Pistol, #569281, .30 Mauser cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, walnut Bolo grips with 22 grooves, sight calibrated 50-1000. Most of these were made up for Kriegsmarine. ''SDV'' markings to frontstrap. Condition is fine as professionally restored. Internal frame is mismatched and numbered #488471. Pistol retains approx. 98% correct rust-type blue. Grips show light wear. Action is crisp, bore is fine with very light frosting in grooves. A scarce and uniquely configured Bolo. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Standard Wartime Commercial C96 Mauser Semi-Automatic Pistol, #346668, .30 Mauser cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, late firing pin, trigger and extractor; New Safety marking on rear side of hammer, 30-groove walnut grips, late adjustable sight calibrated 50-1000. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 92%+ thinning and toning blue. Grips with just light marks from handling. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Scarce Wartime Commercial Police C96 Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol, #313440, 7.63mm (.30 Mauser), rare 3-7/8'' barrel with Luger front sight blade, late adjustable rear sight marked ''50-1000'', blue finish, 12-groove walnut stock with lanyard ring in butt, with new safety ''NS'' marking on rear of hammer. Pistol shows faint 1920 re-build date markings to left side of upper receiver, with Imperial and Oberndorf proofmarks, as well as ''NP'' (nitro-proof) markings. A near identical example is pictured at the top of page 203 of the Belford & Dunlap book, ''The Mauser Self-Loading Pistol'', c. 1969. It is common belief that these were reworked for the police in the post-WWI era, and the holster that accompanies the pistol is very similar to the military and police Bolo holster pictured at the bottom of page 231 in the ''System Mauser'' book, by Breathed & Schroeder. Condition is fine to near excellent as 1920s overhauled, retaining approx. 92% blue with scuffs, scr! atches, and light high edgewear. Grips show some pressure dings and minor scuffs but otherwise very good. Action is crisp, bore is fine to near excellent with only slight frosting in the grooves. A seldom seen and very difficult to obtain variation of the Broomhandle pistol. Holster is in good condition being well oiled with some thinning at the edges and wear at front sight area. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Chinese Made Shansei Arsenal Type 17 Broomhandle Mauser Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1623, .45 ACP cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, Asian mahogany grips with 14 grooves and border. Believed to have been produced by the Taiyuan Arsenal, with Shansei markings. Although as many as 8500 were believed to have been produced from 1920 on, most were melted down during China's Cultural Revolution, when every extended family or neighborhood had a backyard smelter, and every family was required to turn in ingots made from scrap metal. Families who failed to meet their quota were denied gov't services, medical benefits, jobs, and child care. Other pistols were exported to North Viet Nam during the VietNamese conflict, and some were offered overseas on the commercial market. Complete with modern fitted case, cleaning rod, correct 10-round stripper clip, and a 1929 box of Winchester Staynless .45 ACP ammunition in the red/white/blue box. Condition is excellent as most likely refur! bished or may be of somewhat later manufacture. Pistol retains approx. 85% thinning grayish blue. Grips show little use. Frontstrap with wear and very faint import markings. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Modern leather case shows light scuffs from storage and handling; maroon interior with minor soiling and light impressions marks. Est.: $3,000-$5,000.

Standard Wartime Commercial C96 Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol, with WWII capture papers, combination shoulder stock/holster, and brown leather belt hanger, #322686, 7.63mm (.30 Mauser), 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, 30-groove walnut stock, with late adjustable rear sight marked ''50-1000'', 2nd Type safety, late trigger, extractor, and two-lug firing pin. Serial numbers marked to left diagonal flat side of chamber and top of rear grip strap; new safety markings to back of hammer, and crown-''U'' proofmark to left side of barrel at muzzle. Complete with Oct. 12, 1945 dated bring-back documents verifying this pistol by serial number as a war souvenir to PFC Wilbur L. Wallace of the 74th Engineer Co. Document is marked ''Mauser Cal. 38 #322686 German'' (having erroneously marked the caliber as .38 instead of .30). Veteran's family relates the story of PFC Wallace being billeted in a German home after the cessation of hostilities where the pistol was discovered in the! home and retained as a souvenir by him. Condition is excellent with just minor high edgewear, very light and minor pitting to flat sides of magazine box. Straw parts retain approx. 90% vivid hues with light toning and minor wear in actioning areas. Grips show light scuffs and minor darkening. Action is crisp, bore is very good to fine with light frosting in the grooves. Matching shoulder stock is marked on top of lug with the numbers ''686'' and has minor impressions, light scuffs, and possibly may have been refinished at one point. Belt hanger is very good and complete with correct wiping rod. A unique and interesting WWI wartime Commercial with WWII bring-back history. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Astra Model 900 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #33781, .30 Mauser cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, 12-groove walnut stock, with three-line legend to left side of sideplate. Condition is excellent. This late production pistol retains approx. 98%+ original factory blue with just very light micro-scratching. Grips show only the slightest marks from handling. Action remains crisp, bore is minty. As fine an Astra 900 as one could hope to find. Est.: $3,000-$5,000.

Standard Pre-War Commercial C96 Mauser Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol, #61831, 7.63mm (.30 Mauser), 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, 34-groove walnut grips, early small ring hammer, rear sight calibrated ''50-1000'' with vertically marked ''900-1000'' increments; late safety, late two-lug firing pin, late trigger and extractor, standard chamber markings repeated in center of right rear frame panel, with serial number marked on the left diagonal flat and top of rear gripstrap, and German definitive pistol proof. In combination shoulder stock/holster with leather shoulder strap bandolier-type hanger, and one double stripper clip pouch attached. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80%-85% original rust blue with moderate general high edgewear, and additional losses of finish to left side of frame from contact with internal metal portions of shoulder stock. Grips with just beginning moderate wear showing small dings and one very minor loss to left panel. Fire blue s! mall parts retain 30%-40% of their vibrant hues. Action is crisp, bore is at least fine with very minor frosting in grooves. Stock shows additional coat of linseed oil, and unmarked attaching iron may be from a later vintage stock. Leather sling and hanger with most aluminum hardware, studs in buckle, and double magazine pouch with brass studs, remaining in very good and supple condition. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Westley Richards Retail Marked Antique Standard Conehammer C96 Broomhandle Mauser, #11205, 7.63mm (.30 Mauser), 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, 23-groove walnut grips, rear sight marked ''50-500'', sight slide marked ''Westley Richards/& Co.'', with early type safety, firing pin, trigger, and extractor, showing both German, Oberndorf and English proofmarks and standard chamber markings. In slightly later 1915 dated bandolier strap and holster, marked ''Hans Romer, 1915/Neu-ulm''. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 90%+ original factory rust blue with light high edgewear from storage. Grips show minor darkening to right panel and some delicate impressions to high portion of grip rings. Fire blue small parts retain approx. 50%-60% blue. Case hardened conehammer shows very faint hues but has mostly toned to a silvery gray. Trigger is bright. Action remains crisp, bore shows very light frosting in grooves. Pistol and rig are reminiscent of those seen! in photographs of young Winston Churchill during the Boer War. Est.: $4,500-$6,500.

Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailer Marked Model 1896 Mauser Semi-Automatic Pistol, #31661, with combination shoulder stock/holster, 7.63mm Mauser, 5-1/2'' barrel, adjustable rear sight (50-1000), 35-groove walnut grips, early safety and extractor, late one-lug firing pin and trigger, blue finish, late shallow milled panel, and large ring hammer. Walnut combination stock is numbered #613. (It is interesting to note that in period photographs of the VL&D retail store on Madison Ave. in New York City, there are pictures of various Broomhandle pistols on display with the combination shoulder stock neatly stacked in another showcase, which would help explain the reason why shoulder stocks rarely match but are only a few numbers off.) Included with the pistol is a factory letter from Griffin & Howe, as well as a copy of the July 29, 1902 ledger sheet that states that this pistol was shipped to William Read & Sons, who operated a retail store at that time in Boston, Mass. Pis! tol is neatly marked on large lefthand center panel ''Von Lengerke/&/Detmold/New-York''. In 1902, when this pistol was shipped, VL&D was one of the main retailers of the C96 pistol, and in that particular year they handled approx. 440 similar pistols. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 92%+ lightly thinning and toning early rust blue. Fire blue small parts, such as the rear sight, extractor and thumb safety, retain 40% of their vivid hues. Trigger with 80% straw colors and light silvering at the high edges. Stock with light scuffs (no cracks). Pistol comes in fitted modern canvas case lined in maroon velour. Stripper clip, magazine spring, two sealed boxes of pink labeled DWM ammunition, and one two-piece red label Winchester box of ammunition with green ''Staynless'' overprint are additionally included. Action is crisp, bore is very good with mild frosting in grooves. A very nice and well documented early American import C96. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Late Model 1930 Mauser Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol, #920723, 7.63mm (.30 Mauser cal.), 5-1/2'' barrel with late adjustable rear sight marked 50-1000, blue finish, 12-groove walnut grips, late firing pin, trigger, and extractor; crown-''U'' German proofs, right side of flat marked ''Waffenfabrik Mauser/Oberndorf a.Necker/DRPuAP''. With walnut combination shoulder stock/holster with large Banner cartouche, oak handle cleaning rod, and sealed box of Western bullseye cartridges in red/blue/yellow box. Also included is a facsimile copy of the owner's manual. Complete in a French-fitted green baize lined black presentation case with nickel-plated latches and mounts by expert case maker Linda Carlini. Condition is fine retaining approx. 95% original factory blue with wear at high edges. Grips with light scuffs from handling. Action is tight, bore is excellent. Stock shows only very light wear. Unnumbered attaching iron retains approx. 95% original finish with onl! y wear in the attaching areas. Case is virtually new. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailer Marked Model 1896 Mauser Semi-Automatic Pistol, #30859, with combination shoulder stock/holster, 7.63mm Mauser, 5-1/2'' barrel, adjustable rear sight (50-1000), 24-groove walnut grips, early safety and extractor, late one-lug firing pin and trigger, blue finish, late shallow milled panel, and large ring hammer. Walnut combination stock is matching numbered. Pistol is neatly marked on large lefthand center panel ''Von Lengerke/&/Detmold/New-York''. In 1902, when this pistol was shipped, VL&D were one of the main retailers of the C96 pistol, and in that particular year they handled approx. 440 similar pistols. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 92%+ lightly thinning and toning early rust blue. Fire blue small parts, such as the rear sight, extractor and thumb safety, retain 85% of their vivid hues. Straw trigger with 80% straw colors and light silvering at the high edges. Stock with light scuffs (no cracks). Pistol also includ! es a modern reproduction leather holster frog and original cleaning rod. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $3,500-$5,000.

Custom Astra Model 900 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #24011, 7.63 Mauser cal., 16'' barrel, matte blue finish, standard walnut grip panels, with tigerstripe stock and forend; rear sight marked ''50-1000'', gold bead front sight. In hand-tooled leather scabbard. Condition is fine as modified and refinished showing approx. 96% of a later matte blue finish, with some light pitting near triggerguard ring and thinning to nomenclature. Newly made stocks show little use and small repair forward the magazine on right side. Action is crisp, bore is new. Tooled leather scabbard needs some repair to leather but is otherwise quite nice and appearing to be of Spanish mfg. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

1920 Navy Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, by DWM, #5193P, .30 cal., 6'' barrel, blue and straw finish, checkered walnut grips, standard safety and extractor markings, ''DWM'' marked toggle, with small format 1920 date to forward top portion of chamber area; two-position Navy type rear sight, double crown-''M'' markings to forward left receiver area, as well as commercial nitro-proofs, all over ''Germany''; stock lug with ''M/anchor/2'' markings. With one tin-plated wraparound magazine showing ''Germany'' marked walnut base. The 1920 Navy Commercial Model was usually assembled from surplus Navy military Lugers for commercial sales both within and outside of Germany. Also included is a standard brown 4'' period holster with 2'' extension for added barrel length. Condition is excellent as commercially reworked, retaining approx. 96% finish and light flattening to checks; straw parts show little use. Modified holster with light scuffing, wear to strap, and mino! r losses to stitching. 1920 Navy Commercial Lugers are rarely seen with all their original markings intact. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Scarce Variation American Eagle 1900 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, by DWM, #8918, 7.65mm, 4-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, checkered walnut grips, magazine is nickel-plated wraparound body with walnut base and metal inserts that is neither serial numbered or proofed. Chamber with 1st pattern American eagle logo, toggle with DWM logo, serrated thumb safety lever, lower position is polished, Safe is in the upper position, grip safety is present. This variation is considered scarce and unique in that as standard commercial barrel stocks depleted, Swiss contract parts were used. Left side of barrel is marked with Swiss cross, and magazine is of the Swiss type. Condition is excellent with light thinning at high edges and muzzle, yet still retaining over 98% original finish. Light thinning to straw parts with very minor carbon spotting to takedown lever and right side of trigger. Grips with very minor flattening. Action is crisp, bore with ligh! t frosting in grooves, magazine with minor carbon spotting. A nice seldom seen scarce American Eagle variation. Est.: $3,500-$5,000.

Buenos Aires Retailer Marked 1908 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #55615, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue and straw finish, crown-''N'' proofmarks, unmarked chamber area, checkered walnut grips, with one tin-plated wraparound body magazine with unmarked walnut base. Toggle is marked DWM, top of barrel is marked ''J. Canedo/611 Rivadavia 611/Bs Aires''. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 97% lightly thinning and toning blue. Checks show light flattening. Action remains crisp, bore with light frosting in grooves. Est.: $6,000-$8,000.

Model 1900 American Eagle Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #8176, .30 Luger cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue finish with straw small parts, factory checkered walnut grips, with original nickel-plated wraparound body magazine with unmarked wooden base. Lower position of thumb safety is polished, narrow trigger, wide triggerguard, with grip safety and dished toggle knob. Frame marked ''Germany'' just below serial number. Chamber area marked with American Eagle logo; toggle link marked ''DWM''. Front sight with U.S. made Sheard type gold bead front sight, as is often found on these variants. Condition is near fine retaining approx. 85% original rust blue with thinning to high edges of frame, receiver, sideplate, and at muzzle. Frontstrap retains approx. 65%-75% thinning and lightly toning blue; backstrap a little more. Action is crisp, bore is near excellent. Est.: $2,200-$2,800.

1906 American Eagle Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, by DWM, #47971, 7.65mm, 4-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, checkered walnut grips, nickel-plated wraparound-bodied magazine with wooden base, marked ''Germany'' beneath serial number. Pistol is additionally marked with an American eagle over the chamber, DWM on toggle, extractor is marked ''Loaded'', and lower portion of thumb safety is polished bright, wide trigger, narrow triggerguard. Grip safety is present. Last two digits of serial number are visible on breechblock, extractor, front and rear links, sideplate, rear of receiver, takedown lever, and grip safety. Front sight has been replaced with American Marbles type brass bead in original dovetail. Considered quite scarce with approx. 8,000 mfg'd in this caliber. Condition is fine to near excellent with very light high edgewear and showing 96% original finish. Grips with minor flattening; thinning and discoloration to straw parts, but only at high e! dges and where finger touches trigger. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

1920 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with scarce 6'' barrel, #5854h, 7.65mm (.30 Luger), blue and straw finish, factory checkered walnut grips, standard German language safety and extractor markings, nitro proofed, and ''Germany'' export mark just forward of the sideplate, with two tin-plated wraparound bodied magazines with wooden bases marked ''Germany''. Pistol is complete in modern made case precisely copied from known original examples and containing a takedown tool, pin punch, oiler and cleaning rod, as well as a 1920s era box of Winchester .30 Luger ammunition in red/white/blue box. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% high quality rust blue with highpoint wear to sideplate and forward edges of frame, and minor wear to highpoints of stock attaching lug as well. Straw parts show very light wear and corrosion to face of trigger and pivot point of thumb safety. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Condition of box and accessories is excellent. Est.:! $2,850-$3,500.

Scarce 1923 Dated Two-Line Stoeger American Eagle Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #7212t, 7.65mm (.30 Luger cal.), 3-3/4'' barrel, blue and straw finish, checkered walnut grips, tin-plated wraparound body magazine with ''Germany'' marked wooden base. Chamber ring marked with American eagle; toggle marked ''DWM''; safety marked ''Gesichert''; extractor marked ''Geladen''; left side of receiver marked ''A.F. Stoeger, Inc./New York''. Pistol is additionally marked ''Germany'' beneath serial number. Considered quite rare by collectors with less than 1000 pieces mfg'd, including the Stoeger ''Safe'' and ''Loaded'' model. Condition is excellent with all visible matching parts. Light wear to forward part of receiver and frame from holster use. Grips with minor flattening. Action is crisp and tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $2,500-$4,000.

Rare Pacific Arms Corp. marked DWM 1923 Safe & Loaded Marked Commercial Luger, #89894, 9mm, 12'' barrel, blue and straw finish, matching shoulder stock, and unmarked tin-plated wood-based magazine, with Pacific Arms, San Francisco, logos to both grip panels. Pacific Arms was the West Coast importers of Luger and DWM products in the inter-war period. Front sight is of the ivory bead type. All visible serial numbers, including custom long barrel, show matching numbers. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% rust blue and lightly thinning straw to trigger and thumb safety. Walnut stock with minor dings from field use. Action remains crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $3,000-$4,500.

1920 Commercial Luger, by DWM, #6453h over ''Germany'', 9mm, 6'' barrel, matte blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with one nickel-plated wraparound magazine with ''Germany'' marked wooden base. Chamber area is blank, toggle marked ''DWM'', thumb safety marked ''Gesichert'' in uppermost position, extractor marked ''Geladen''. Assembled from military parts post-WWI. It is worth mentioning that 1920 Commercial Lugers had such a wide variety of features, markings, serial number styles and finish variations that they are literally all over the board and very common in .30 cal. with 4'' barrels. 9mm 6'' examples are considered quite scarce. Condition is excellent retaining an Erfurt style matte blue arsenal finish of which approx. 96% remains. Straw parts show light highpoint edges. Grips with mild evidence of re-checking, as is common with salvaged military parts. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Very Rare 1902 Commercial Fat Barrel Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, by DWM, #23032, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue and straw parts, factory checkered walnut grips, nickel-plated wraparound magazine with unmarked wood base. Chamber is unmarked, toggle is marked DWM, forward left side of upper receiver marked with German commercial proofs, as is bottom area of barrel. Full serial numbers are found on bottom of barrel and front of frame; last two digits are found on breechblock, front toggle link, rear toggle link, takedown lever, sideplate, inside grips, and on web safety. Thumb safety with serrated lever and polished lower position. This pistol appears to have been made for commercial sales within Germany as it lacks the export stamp. Condition is excellent as partially refinished retaining 98%+ rust blue, with light wear at top of front sight and in actioning areas forward of sideplate. Grips show very slight flattening. Action remains crisp, bore is minty bright. Modern di! splay case included. Est.: $9,000-$12,000.

Rare Mauser Stoeger Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #265V, 7.65mm (.30 Luger cal.), 6'' barrel, blue finish with straw small parts, checkered walnut grips, with one nickel-plated wraparound magazine marked ''Germany'', in an unnumbered combination shoulder stock/leather holster marked ''Germany'' on back side of walnut stock, with shoulder strap, brown leather magazine pouch with two unmarked period magazines, barrel head cleaning rod, and combination tool. Right side of receiver marked ''Germany'' just to the left of two-line ''A.F. Stoeger, Inc./New York'' address; right flat rail of frame marked ''Genuine Luger - Registered U.S. Patent Office''. Thumb safety marked ''Safe''; extractor marked ''Loaded''; toggle marked ''DWM''. Pistol shows multiple crown-''N'' proofs. Barrel is unnumbered and may have been added by Stoeger on a special order request. Early ''V'' series production indicates Mauser production from DWM parts. As pictured on page 135 of ''The Luger Pi! stol'', by Datig. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning and slightly toning rust blue. Checkered walnut grips show only the slightest flattening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Combination shoulder stock/holster are typical of 1930s commercial mfg., with bright brass studs, attaching iron with light added rust blue, and attaching screws appear to have been restored. Holster shows light scuffs and crazing, but stitches remain tight showing no evidence of dye or colored polish. (Some leather components may be more modern replacements). A very scarce early Mauser mfg.'d commercial Luger pistol rig with desirable features. Est.: $7,500-$10,000.

Rare and Desirable Borchardt Model 1893 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with case and accessories, #680, 7.62x25mm Borchardt, 7-1/2'' barrel, blue finish with straw and niter-blue small parts, finely checkered walnut grips with smooth border, right side of frame is marked with 1st Type ''System Borchardt.Patent.'' markings; top of toggle marked ''D.R.P./No. 75837'' denoting patent; early chamber markings ''Waffen Fabrik/Loewe/Berlin.'' In case with two original matching factory magazines (3 total), and one additional non-matching magazine, as well as original screwdriver, cheekpiece, lubricating tin, magazine hold-open device/oiler, with walnut shoulder stock/combination holster. This early production variant was mfg'd by Ludwig-Loewe prior to their merge with DRP and later becoming DWM. Considered the first successful commercial semi-automatic pistol and quite rare with approx. 3000 mfg'd and only the first 1000 by Loewe. The fitted case additionally holds original brushes,! screwdriver tips and brass cleaning rod, as well as both English and Spanish original factory manuals. Condition is excellent with small areas of additionally added factory type rust blue. (These areas are near the mainspring housing and are almost imperceptible.) Grips with mild flattening to checks and only the lightest pressure dings. Action functions as designed, bore remains bright. Original case shows repairs and re-dyeing. Leather holster with much of its original tanning, but with losses to stitching just forward of triggerguard beneath the breach area of barrel. An excellent example of an early production Borchardt, complete with all of its important accessories present. Est.: $20,000-$40,000.

1920 Navy Commercial Semi-Automatic Pistol, by DWM, #34, 9mm, 6'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, checkered walnut grips, two-position Navy type rear sight, with nickel-plated walnut-based magazine marked ''Germany'', in correct wooden shoulder stock with brass disc showing crown-''N'' proof and additionally marked ''Germany'', with unmarked attaching iron, and later mfg'd brown leather holster with combination tool, cleaning rod, shoulder strap, and double magazine pouches containing two correct unmarked magazines. Right side of receiver is marked ''Germany'', left side with crown-''N'' nitroproof, thumb safety marked ''Gesichert'', with blank extractor and ''DWM'' marked toggle. Condition is excellent as partially refinished, which is not uncommon, as these pistols were assembled from surplus and salvaged military parts. All visible serial numbers match. Grips with mild flattening to checks. Grip screws show somewhat plum. Action is tight, bore is near ! excellent. Shoulder stock with light scuffs and scratches and minor dings. Attaching iron retains approx. 40% toning and darkening finish. Later replacement leather is near new. Est.: $4,500-$6,500.

1920 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, by DWM, #3814n, 7.65mm (.30 Luger), 6'' barrel, blue and straw finish, checkered walnut grips, with tin-plated magazine marked ''Germany'' on base. Left side of barrel near breech marked ''Germany'', right side of receiver marked ''Made in Germany'', with standard nitro proofs, standard front and rear sights, toggle marked ''DWM'', chamber is blank, standard German language on safety and extractor. In post-WWI period brown leather 6'' holster with belt loop, marked ''Germany''. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 95% thinning and lightly toning correct rust blue. Straw parts show minor thinning at edges and highpoints. Grips with mild flattening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Holster contains an additional magazine with very small notch added at back side of flap to ease in closure near magazine pouch. Aluminum stud on flap appears to be an old replacement with a small hole beneath flap where another stud had ! previously been placed. Stitching appears tight with no signs of color, polish or dye. Est.: $2,200-$2,800.

1914 Commercial Navy Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #67536, 9mm, 6'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, checkered walnut grips, tin-plated wraparound-bodied magazine with unmarked walnut base showing concentric circles; lower position of safety marked ''Gesichert'', extractor marked ''Geladen'', grip safety is present. This pistol is right in the center of the accepted serial number range of this variation, with matching full serial number to bottom of barrel, and crown-''N'' proofmarks. Condition is excellent showing light thinning to right side of trigger and very minor high edgewear. Grips are sharp. Action is crisp, bore is at least fine. A beautiful pistol. Est.: $5,000-$7,500.

P.08 Death's Head Rework Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, with Death's Head marked holster, #4869i, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, checkered walnut grips, with two matching magazines of the wood base wraparound type. Holster is a cutdown and modified 1916 dated Artillery type by Richter of Dresden, which was originally brown and then later dyed black, and embossed with Death's Head markings. Safety is marked ''Gesichert'', extractor marked ''Geladen'', toggle marked ''DWM'', chamber marked with Death's Head over 1918. Pistol shows at least five commercial nitro proofmarks and all visible serial numbers match. There are several theories to the Death's Head reworks. Possibly, but doubtful, a WWI unit marking. Secondly, that these pistols were obtained post-WWI by the Freikorp, a group of WWI veterans who came together to drink beer, fight Communism, and generally do as they pleased. The last theory is that the Death's Head reworks were done in the ear! ly or pre-Nazi era for SS use. Both the chamber marking and the applied marking to the holster are known as ''Lazy S Totenkopf'', and they have only been otherwise noted on reworked WWI Gewehr 98 rifles, but not on the later K98k model rifles, helping to further nail the period down as pre-1934. We believe this particular example to be completely correct and original, as it is very consistent with other known examples. Condition is fine as reworked and retaining approx. 85%-90% of the original and reworked blue finish. Straw parts show thinning, toning and wear, as do the high edges of sideplate and the area near muzzle. Grips with light to just moderate flattening of checks. Action is crisp, bore shows only light pitting in the grooves. Reworked holster with both features from the wartime era, as well as the early Weimar stud and closure strap. Belt loop strap has been added over the Artillery attachment strap. Stitching holes remain from the cleaning rod retainin! g pouch. This is the exact type holster one would expect to s! ee with this type rework pistol. (Armband not included.) Est.: $3,000-$4,500.

Early Mauser ''K'' (1934) Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Correct Holster and Two Magazines, #397, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue and straw finish, factory checkered walnut grips, two tin-plated wraparound body magazines with matching numbered aluminum bases. ''K'' chamber date code, ''S/42'' toggle markings, with gothic type ''S'' markings to most visible parts. ''K'' date pistols were specifically mfg'd for secret military use, as Hitler began re-arming in violation of the Versailles Treaty. In 1934 dated black holster with correct ''037'' marked tool. Condition is excellent with just light wear to forward edge of sideplate, thinning in actioning areas, as well as to straw colors. Grips with some light flattening. Action is crisp, bore shows frost in grooves. Holster with minor scuffing; stitches are blackened from polish. Est.: $5,500-$7,500.

WWII Mauser byf 41 Date Black Widow Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #7733, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered black plastic grips, blue extruded steel-bodied magazine with mismatched aluminum base. Toggle marked ''byf'', chamber dated ''41'', with WWII German receiver test fire proof and acceptance mark, safety marked ''Gesichert'', extractor marked ''Geladen''. In 1939 dated holster by Curt Vogel containing extra magazine and unmarked combination tool. Condition is fine to near excellent with just light thinning to high points, minor toning at straps, minor flattening to checks, crisp factory action, and minty bore. Holster with light scuffing, white stitching, and clear markings. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Model 1929 Swiss Military Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #66785, .30 Luger cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, very dark brown checkered plastic grips, tin-plated wraparound-bodied magazine with black plastic base. Extractor marked ''Geladen'', safety simply marked with ''S'' as is correct for this model. Condition is excellent showing only very slight high edgewear. Grips are sharp. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Mauser Model 1902 Cartridge Counter Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #C056 von 250, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue and straw finished small parts, checkered walnut grips, with cartridge counter window panel to left grip. Left receiver flat marked ''Mod. 1902/Cartridge Counter'' in gold, top of barrel marked ''9mm Parabellum'', chamber area blank, ''DWM'' monogram in gold to central toggle link, two-position thumb safety, extractor marked ''Geladen''. With nickel-plated Mauser marked magazine with walnut base marked ''Cal. 9MM''. In factory red leather attache-type presentation case with cleaning rod oiler, combination tool, keys, instruction booklet and test target. Scarce with only a total of 250 mfg'd. Condition is excellent, appearing unused, in its original box. Exterior of box shows light scuffing from storage. Est.: $2,000-$3,000.

1920s ''Droop'' Holster for 6'' Commercial Luger, brown oxblood color, unmarked, with light colored cotton stitching (8 stitches per inch), brown enamel painted steel buckle loop, aluminum fastening bolster. A uniquely designed holster dropped to low-slung position prior to removal of firearm. Condition is excellent showing just very light scuffing. Est.: $400-$600.

Rare and Possibly Unique Commercial Navy Luger Holster, ca. 1917-1920, with ''LZA/(spread-wing eagle)/J.Karlsruhe'' markings, and similar additional markings beneath buckle on front; correct takedown tool and cleaning rod, as originally modified from WWI Naval rig. This is the actual holster, formerly in the John Pearson collection, pictured on page 239 of the Bender book, entitled ''Luger Holsters and Accessories of the 20th Century''. Holster is considered quite rare and seldom seen. Condition is about fine with all stitching present and light crazing beneath stud at cleaning rod. Frontstrap and buckle were added at time of conversion to commercial holster. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Early Audley Safety Holster for 6'' Luger, brown leather, with three copper rivets on back flap. Holster is marked ''Audley/Patent/Aug. 13, 1914''. Francis Audley had been a harness maker in New York City until the invention of the automobile. Being somewhat foresighted, he entered the police supply business and opened a shop opposite NYC Police Headquarters. In addition to police supplies, he mfg'd holsters and invented a number of devices for police use. On Oct. 13, 1914, he was awarded a U.S. patent for the newly-design patent holster. His holsters featured an internal metal safety triggerguard lock. Audley mfg'd these holsters for approx. 19 months. On May 10, 1916, he died at age 67, and his business was acquired by H.D. Folsom Arms Co. Afterwards, the nomenclature to the back of the holster was changed to ''Folsom Audley Patent''. Condition is near excellent showing just light minor scuffs. Est.: $150-$300.

Early Audley Safety Holster for 4-3/4'' Luger, brown leather, with three copper rivets on back flap. Holster is marked ''Audley/Patent/Aug. 13, 1914''. Francis Audley had been a harness maker in New York City until the invention of the automobile. Being somewhat foresighted, he entered the police supply business and opened a shop opposite NYC Police Headquarters. In addition to police supplies, he mfg'd holsters and invented a number of devices for police use. On Oct. 13, 1914, he was awarded a U.S. patent for the newly-design patent holster. His holsters featured an internal metal safety triggerguard lock. Audley mfg'd these holsters for approx. 19 months. On May 10, 1916, he died at age 67, and his business was acquired by H.D. Folsom Arms Co. Afterwards, the nomenclature to the back of the holster was changed to ''Folsom Audley Patent''. Condition is near excellent showing just light minor scuffs. Trigger safety devise with wear and losses to nickel platin! g. Est.: $150-$300.

High Quality Luger Carbine Reproduction Stock, with correct rust blue type attaching iron, straw blue lock switch, correct and finely checkered straight walnut grip, with period black plastic style buttplate. Condition is near new showing only minor handling marks. Phillips screws in butt should be replaced with something more conventional, otherwise a near perfect copy. Est.: $300-$600.

Rare Trans-Atlantic W&S (Wire & Steel) Marked German Commercial Navy Luger Shoulder Stock, as converted from WWI Military, with steel circular escutcheon and crown-''M'' marking; additionally marked ''Germany'' and with New York retailer's markings. Attaching iron numbered 684. Leather sling appears to be a modern replacement. Condition is excellent showing just light impressions from handling with toning to iron. Est.: $600-$800.

Pre-War Walther PP Semi-Automatic Pistol, #760656, .32 ACP cal., 3-7/8'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered black grips, with one correct fingerrest magazine. Pistol sports niter-blue safety and commercial nitro-proofs. Condition is excellent with only light wear at muzzle and minor wear just forward of grip panel. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Astra Model 600/43 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with Holster and Extra Magazine, #35981, 9mm, 5-1/4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grip, lanyard loop in butt, with one unmarked and one non-matching magazine. Basically a continuation of production of the Astra Model 600, which was mfg'd for the German military during WWII up to serial number 10,500. Many of these later guns went to the West German police in the early 1950s, some were later imported into the U.S. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 92% original factory matte blue. Grips show light to just moderate flattening. Thinning at muzzle and high portion of grip screw domes. Action is crisp, bore is exceptionally bright. Holster remains in near excellent condition; stitching is dark, with very minor nip at rear portion of flap hinge area. Est.: $500-$750.

Scarce Chilean Navy Astra Model 400 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #36470, 9mm Largo cal., 5-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered horn grips, forward portion of slide marked with a star over ''Marina de Chile'' over the Astra factory logo. The Chilean Navy ordered 842 pistols from Astra which were delivered in 1930, making them scarce and desired by collectors. Condition is very good with all matching slide, frame and barrel. Grips with typical fissures eminating from screw escutcheons. Considerable thinning to straw small parts. Action remains crisp, bore with just the mildest frosting in grooves. With one bright Astra marked magazine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Astra Model 600/43 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #39376, 9mm, 5'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips, with all matching visible parts including magazine. A post-WWII Astra. Many were sold to the West German police in the 1950s and later imported to the U.S. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 95% matte blue finish. Checkered walnut grips show moderate flattening. Action remains crisp, bore is fine with just minor frosting. Est.: $500-$750.

Star Model A Semi-Automatic Pistol, #A5589, .30 Mauser cal., 6-1/4'' barrel, tangent rear sight, blue finish, bright trigger and magazine, factory checkered black plastic grips. Barrel extends approx. 1-1/2'' from end of slide. Introduced in 1921 and no longer mfg'd. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 92% original blue, with minor flattening to grips. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $400-$600.

Nazi marked Radom VIS Model 35 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with Holster, #6598, 9mm, 4-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, checkered hard rubber grips with correct Radom logos to both left and right sides, thumb safety and decocking lever, ''WaA 77'' waffenampt, and cut for shoulder stock. In brown leather holster internally stamped ''bnz 1944/P35''. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 92%-95% original factory finish. Grips remain crisp. Most of the wear is at actioning areas and at muzzle, with light scuffs and scratches. Action remains crisp, bore is near new. Holster shows moderate scuffs and light general crazing. Rear portion of holster is marked with previous owner or veteran's initials ''AP''. Est.: $2,000-$3,000.

Scarce Estonian Contract Browning Tangent Sight High-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #2434, 9mm, 4-3/4'' barrel, tangent sight 50-500, arsenal type blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with one slightly later magazine. Backstrap marked ''E.V.'' for ''Eesti Vabarik'' and cut for shoulder stock. Estonian contract guns were produced in 1937 with only 3038 mfg'd. Condition is very good as arsenal refurbished with light frosting beneath arsenal blue. Grips with moderate wear. Action is crisp, bore is very good with light erosion in grooves. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Customized Browning High-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #72C58208, 9mm, 4-3/16'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, front sight with red insert, backstrap is stippled, with additional pair of Pachmayr grips included. Condition is excellent showing only very slight wear. Est.: $450-$600.

Rare Walther Norwegian Contract P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1459980, 9mm, 5'' barrel, matte blue finish, anodized aluminum frame, factory checkered black plastic grips, with correct period magazine. The first order was placed in 1962 with Norwegian crest stamped in between the pistol designation and caliber marking. These pistols were superceded by the Glock, most were destroyed, and less than 500 were offered to Norwegian civilians. Due to lack of interest, fewer than half were sold to private persons. Some estimates indicate that less than 100 functional pistols exist today, and around 25 are purported to be in the hands of American collectors. Condition is fine to near excellent showing light service wear, with two small areas above right triggerguard where police numbers have been removed. Grips show wear from service use. Action remains crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Factory Cased and Engraved Post-War Walther P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1008348E, 9mm, 4-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, gold inlaid Walther banner and address, factory checkered black plastic grips, two magazines, in late 1960s blue simulated leather case with red velvet interior. Pistol features medium relief Germanic oakleaf and acorn motif. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unused. Grips show very light marks from handling. Est.: $1,500-$2,500.

Early Audley Safety Holster for Colt Model 1902 Long Slide (military or sporting model), brown leather, with three copper rivets on back flap. Holster is marked ''Audley/Patent/Aug. 13, 1914''. Francis Audley had been a harness maker in New York City until the invention of the automobile. Being somewhat foresighted, he entered the police supply business and opened a shop opposite NYC Police Headquarters. In addition to police supplies, he mfg'd holsters and invented a number of devices for police use. On Oct. 13, 1914, he was awarded a U.S. patent for the newly-design patent holster. His holsters featured an internal metal safety triggerguard lock. Audley mfg'd these holsters for approx. 19 months. On May 10, 1916, he died at age 67, and his business was acquired by H.D. Folsom Arms Co. Afterwards, the nomenclature to the back of the holster was changed to ''Folsom Audley Patent''. Condition is near excellent showing just light minor scuffs, with separation an! d loss of stitching at wraparound leather reinforcement piece. Back of flap with additional holes for swivel type mount. Est.: $150-$300.

Early Audley Safety Holster for Colt Gov't Model, black leather, with three copper rivets on back flap. Holster is marked ''Audley/Patent/Aug. 13, 1914''. Francis Audley had been a harness maker in New York City until the invention of the automobile. Being somewhat foresighted, he entered the police supply business and opened a shop opposite NYC Police Headquarters. In addition to police supplies, he mfg'd holsters and invented a number of devices for police use. On Oct. 13, 1914, he was awarded a U.S. patent for the newly-design patent holster. His holsters featured an internal metal safety triggerguard lock. Audley mfg'd these holsters for approx. 19 months. On May 10, 1916, he died at age 67, and his business was acquired by H.D. Folsom Arms Co. Afterwards, the nomenclature to the back of the holster was changed to ''Folsom Audley Patent''. Condition is near excellent showing just light minor scuffs and small area of very slight separation as reinforcing ma! terial wraps around center section (detracts little and is hardly noticeable). Est.: $150-$300.

Early Audley Safety Holster for 4-3/4'' Woodsman, brown leather, with three copper rivets on back flap. Holster is marked ''Audley/Patent/Aug. 13, 1914''. Francis Audley had been a harness maker in New York City until the invention of the automobile. Being somewhat foresighted, he entered the police supply business and opened a shop opposite NYC Police Headquarters. In addition to police supplies, he mfg'd holsters and invented a number of devices for police use. On Oct. 13, 1914, he was awarded a U.S. patent for the newly-design patent holster. His holsters featured an internal metal safety triggerguard lock. Audley mfg'd these holsters for approx. 19 months. On May 10, 1916, he died at age 67, and his business was acquired by H.D. Folsom Arms Co. Afterwards, the nomenclature to the back of the holster was changed to ''Folsom Audley Patent''. Condition is near excellent showing just light minor scuffs, with two additional leather thong holes at interior of fl! ap. Est.: $150-$300.

Japanese Nambu Type 14 Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Nagoya, #16931, 8mm, 4-5/8'' barrel, blue finish, grooved Asian mahogany grips, with one matching magazine. Dating from Feb. 1944. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% original factory blue showing the usual radial scratch at safety. Action remains crisp, bore is excellent. A nice example of a late-war Nambu. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Japanese Nambu Type 94 Semi-Automatic Pistol, By Nagoya Arsenal, #5657, 8mm, 4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered hard rubber grips, with one brightly finished factory magazine. Mfg'd June 1938. Condition is about fine showing very light pitting to top of slide, and minor thinning and toning to blue. Grips with only light wear and very minor losses to approx. two checks. Action is crisp, bore is bright with only the lightest frosting in grooves. Est.: $500-$750.

Mid-18th Century Japanese Matchlock with 41-1/4'' signed barrel with flared cannon-type muzzle, 52-1/4'' overall, .56 cal. bore, full-length stock with brass band showing cherryblossom motif and escutcheons. Top of barrel with inlaid warrior motifs in silver and copper. Ca. 1750. Mixed metal chrysanthemum wick holders inlaid into butt portion of stock. Iron flash hole with brass cover. Condition is fine to near excellent with light patina to iron surfaces and minor darkening to brass designs. Stock with minor oil staining and some minor general darkening. Mechanism functions correctly. With correct period ramrod. Est.: $2,000-$3,000.

Mid-18th Century Japanese Matchlock, approx. .50 cal., 42'' unadorned octagonal barrel with flared cannon-type tip, full-length mahogany stock with partial brass ornamentation at butt, 14 brass cherryblossom decorations, with correct wooden rammer. Condition is fine with light general overall toning patina to barrel flats, iron sidelock mechanism and triggerguard. Stock with minor scuffs. Action functions as designed. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Late War Japanese Katana, naval landing force officer type, with late-war 26-1/4'' machine made blade, 36-1/4'' overall, with all matching numbered parts; blade with anchor stamp, maker's name on tang in ink, in silk storage bag, with GI bring-back document dated 1946. Condition is excellent showing light marks from storage. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Japanese Samurai Katana, Masa Yuki blade maker, Mei-Mas stamped tang, with WWII Army fittings and scabbard. This handmade Gendi was later shortened and fitted for WWII use. Visible blade length is 27-3/4'', overall 37-1/2''; brown metal scabbard is 29-3/4'' with one hanger ring and standard Army decoration. Condition is about fine with clear temper line, minor scratches, and one very small nick in blade. Original wrap shows some fraying near three cherryblossom menuke; tsuba is early gilt brass with pierced cherryblossom motif. Scabbard shows minor discoloration. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Large Historical WWII Japanese Headquarters Flag, 8-1/2'x12', maker marked and dated, captured by U.S. Marines on Iwo Jima and then acquired by 1st Lt. Paul H. Wine, U.S. Air Corps P51 pilot stationed at Central Field, Iwo Jima, as an escort pilot for B29 bombers. Wine had the flag autographed in the white field by all members of his squadron, B29 crews, nurses of the 232 General Hospital, and the Red Cross girls at the hospital. Paul Wine retired in the late 1970s as a Colonel in the U.S. Air Force. He proudly displayed this flag on his garage door every August 15 (V-J Day). Condition is very good to near fine, of multi-panel construction. White area is toning somewhat. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Rare and Unique Chamberlain Single Shot Pistol, NSNV, with single shot set screw attached, .38 smoothbore cal., 7-1/4'' barrel, bronze grip frame marked ''1889 Wm. T. Chamberlain'', and neatly stamped ''Made with Old Files'' all to left grip; right grip marked ''Wm. T. Chamberlain, Norwich, CT''. Condition is very good. Bronze portion, trigger and hammer show little use and light patina. Barrel mfg'd in the white showing moderate darkening from carbon spotting, and retains a bright smooth bore. Possibly for using small colored flares as a signaling devise to convey simple messages. Est.: $400-$600.

Remington MK III Flare Pistol, #17864, 10 ga., 9'' blue barrel, brass frame, smooth walnut grips. This flare pistol was mfg'd betwen 1915 and 1918. Condition is fine. Barrel retains approx. 98%+ original blue; brass frame with 96% original lacquer. Minor toning to barrel release. Grips with 80% original varnish and light scuffing. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $300-$500.

Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol, #343485, .25 ACP cal., 2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1925. Condition is fine retaining approx. 90% original factory blue with wear at high edges and forward edge of slide. Case hardened small parts retain approx. 95% clear and vivid hues. Grips show only light flattening to checks. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $350-$450.

Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol, #28714, .25 ACP cal., 2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1910. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 40%-50% original factory blue with general wear. Case hardened small parts show wear in actioning areas and general overall thinning. Grips show light to moderate flattening to checks. Two small initials ''RR'' appear on left side of frame just behind triggerguard bow. Action is crisp, bore with very light frosting. Est.: $200-$350.

Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Automatic Pistol, #36335, .38 ACP cal., 6'' barrel, high polish blue finish, fire blue small parts, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with one correct early nickel-plated magazine with Sept. 1884 patent date. Mfg'd approx. 1913, and one of the last guns to feature the high polish blue finish. Two-line slide with 1897 and 1902 patent dates, and later Rampant Colt logo without circle. Condition is about fine retaining 85%-90% original thinning factory high polish blue. Grips with light to just moderate flattening and minor checker losses. Action is crisp, bore is minty and bright, with near excellent magazine. Many of these pistols were shipped to England at the beginning of WWI, and this was one of Colt's most popular .38 ACP large frame pistol until the advent of the .38 Super. Est.: $2,000-$3,000.

Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #295931, .32 ACP cal., 3-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with correct two-tone magazine. Mfg'd 1919. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95% original factory blue with light wear at edges and in actioning areas, slightly more pronounced at muzzle, with thinning and toning to backstrap. Grips with light flattening. Action remains crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Automatic Pistol, #41565, .38 ACP cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with Colt Factory magazine with lanyard loop in butt. Mfg'd 1919. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 90% original factory blue with highpoint edgewear, holster wear to top portion of slide, thinning to front and backstrap, and some micro-scratching. Grips show light flattening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $600-$800.

Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Automatic Pistol, #46149, .38 ACP cal., 4-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened hammer, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd in 1925, and shipped to Hibbard, Spencer & Bartlett, Chicago, IL, May 27, 1925, in a shipment of two guns. With period box of Winchester Super-Speed ammunition. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue with light wear at edges and muzzle portion of slide. Minor carbon spotting to barrel visible thru ejection port, and small area of just beginning corrosion to right side of frame near trigger. Case hardening on hammer remains 98% vivid. Grips are crisp. Action is tight, bore is mirror bright. Pre-WWII box of Winchester ammo with minor discoloration and light wear at edges. Est.: $900-$1,200.

Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #413534, .32 ACP cal., 3-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with one correct two-tone magazine. Mfg'd 1922. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 93% original factory blue with losses to high edges of slide and muzzle area. Backstrap has toned to silvery gray; frontstrap with minor thinning. Grips with light flattening. Action is crisp, bore is very good with some frosting in grooves. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Automatic Pistol, #15703, .38 ACP cal., 6'' barrel, matte blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with one magazine. Mfg'd approx. 1907. Two-line slide with 1897 and 1902 patent dates, and early circled Rampant Colt. Condition is fine as refinished retaining approx. 97% later matte finish blue. Grips with light to just moderate flattening and minor checker losses. Action is crisp, bore is fair. Est.: $400-$600.

Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol, #324991, .25 ACP cal., 2'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1923. Condition is fine retaining approx. 94% original factory blue with wear at high edges and forward edge of slide. Case hardened small parts show wear in actioning areas. Grip safety has mostly silvered at backstrap area. Grips show only light flattening to checks. First two digits of serial number appear a little light, but this pistol has not been refinished as the verified proof is clearly stamped thru the original blue. Action is crisp, bore with very light frosting. Est.: $350-$450.

Colt Model 1903 Semi-Automatic Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #383524, .32 ACP cal., 3-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with one correct Colt two-tone magazine. Mfg'd in 1921. Condition is very good as refinished retaining approx. 90% emersion type blue. Grips show light to moderate flattening of checks. Action is crisp, bore with light frosting in grooves. Est.: $300-$450.

Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol, #215244, .25 ACP cal., 2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1914. Condition is very good to fine retaining approx. 85%-90% original factory blue with light edge and muzzle wear. Iridescent case hardened parts with some silvering to back edge of grip safety and light general wear. Grips show light flattening. Action is crisp, bore with minor frosting in grooves. Est.: $300-$450.

Cased and British Proofed Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #C17222, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips. Shipped to J. Laughin Co., Feb. 27, 1915, in 200 gun shipment, with all features verified by factory letter. (It is of note that the correct information for this particular retailer is J. Laughlin, D.P.&Co., London.) Fitted in an oak English case lined in medium blue baize material, with a Fraser & Co., Edinburgh, trade label in lid. Also included is a sealed box of .45 ACP cartridges by U.S. Cartridge Co. in their vivid red and orange box, along with a small nickel oiler, as well as an early fire blue combination tool. Pistol with crown-''V'' proofmarks to left side of frame, and additionally proofed in chamber area of barrel. Condition is fine showing light scuffs and scratches, minor discoloration to frame near serial number, thinning and toning to frontstrap and mainspring housing, with circumferential reassembl! y scratch that continues into slide area. Grips show light to just moderate flattening with small impression/loss near lower left grip screw. Action is crisp, bore is fine to excellent. Case shows some refinish work to lid and disfigurement to interior latch. Overall a very handsome English proofed early WWI era sidearm. Est.: $3,500-$5,000.

First Year Production Colt Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol, #945, .22 LR cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with correct and original Colt Ace marked two-tone pre-war magazine. Introduced in 1931 and considered Colt's first true Match semi-auto, pre-dating both the Match and Super Match large-frame automatics. Condition is fine retaining approx. 93% original factory blue with thinning to the front strap and mainspring housing. Two small spots to left side of frame and slide near muzzle, and light thinning at high edges. Radius reassembly scratch below slide stop. Light to just moderate flattening to grip checks. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #483261, .32 ACP cal., 3-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, in original box with correct associated paperwork. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% original factory blue with thinning at high edges, and minor discoloration to right side of slide. Grips are good and crisp. Near mint original two-tone magazine. Action is crisp, bore is bright and shiny. Box with wear and losses to edge and tape repairs; label is approx. 90% clear and legible with nip at bottom right corner. Original penciled serial number on bottom of box. Est.: $800-$1,200.

U.S. Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Ithaca, #1836056, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, parkerized finish, with U.S. GI brown plastic grips, and one WWII era contract magazine. Condition is excellent as arsenal refinished, with some nomenclature loss to right side of frame. 1911 long trigger has replaced the original. Large ring grips show minor flattening to checks. Full-body blue magazine has lightly etched reference numbers to base plate and front strap of pistol. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Automatic Pistol, #20494, .38 ACP cal., 4-1/2'' barrel, high polish blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, sawtooth slide serrations, round hammer, with early script and circled Rampant Colt logo to left rear portion of slide. Mfg'd in 1907, with one correct original magazine. Condition is very good retaining approx. 75%-80% original factory high polish blue, with thinning and losses to front and rear straps and high points of slide. Grips show light to just moderate flattening. Action is tight, bore is good to very good and should clean. Est.: $450-$650.

Colt Model 1902 Sporting Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #4530, .38 ACP cal., 6'' barrel, high polish blue finish, internally numbered matching slide, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with one correct early nickel-plated magazine with 1884 patent date at base. Pistol features early forward plunge mill serrations to slide, high spur hammer, and fire blue small parts. Pistol dates from approx. the summer of 1902. This early transitional Sporting Model pre-dates the addition of the 1902 patent date. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80%-85% original finish, with thinning to straps and flaking to rear most area of slide, with the balance of finish showing thinning at high edges and micro-scratches overall. Grips have toned to mostly brown and show light flattening. Screw slots are straight, and internally shows very little use. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Automatic Pistol, #41869, .38 ACP cal., 4-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1919. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% original factory blue, light highpoint edgewear, some micro-scratching and minor wear at muzzle. Trigger shows wear in actioning area. Front and backstrap with very little wear. Grips with only the slightest flattening. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $600-$800.

Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol, #406665, .25 ACP cal., 2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions. Mfg'd 1938. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% original factory blue with light edge and muzzle wear. Iridescent case hardened parts with some silvering to back edge of grip safety. Grips show light flattening. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $350-$500.

Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #127005, .25 ACP cal., 2'' barrel, gold plated, nickel trigger and safety, franzite simulated pearl grips, with ''AK'' monogram to right panel. Condition is excellent as plated, retaining approx. 99% thick gold plate Rampant Colt markings, address and caliber designation are all extremely crisp. Grips show little use. Action remains crisp, bore is good to very good with some frosting in the grooves. Est.: $350-$500.

Argentine DGFM Sistema 1927/.22LR Conversion, #82212, .22 LR cal., 5'' barrel, arsenal blue finish, checkered black plastic grips, with two magazines, in original shipping box. Condition is excellent as refinished and imported. Originally a provincial police of Buenas Aires marked .45, now marked ''Transf. A Cal. .22LR. Por Est Venturina S.A.''. Condition is fine to near excellent as import refinished, retaining approx. 97% dark immersion blue finish over light scuffs and scratches. Grips show moderate to heavy wear. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt MK IV Series 70 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #67551G70, .45 cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, in original Colt simulated woodgrain box. Dating from the early 1980s. Condition is as new, appearing unfired, with original yellow hang tag still in place. Box shows very light scuffing and some edgewear. Est.: $650-$900.

Colt Combat Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol, #70BS11214, .45 cal., 4-1/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory exotic hardwood grips with bright Colt medallions. Dating from the mid-1970s. Pistol with trigger job and extended beavertail safety. Condition is about fine with light highpoint edgewear, minor discoloring to grip screw slots, radius reassembly scratch beneath slide release, and evidence of a past triggershoe. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Accurized WWII Era Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #2282772, .45 ACP cal., 5'' fitted National Match barrel, blue finish, 1960s-1970s era factory checkered walnut grips, stippled frontstrap, checkered backstrap, micro rear and extra-high front sight, polished ramp, triggershoe, and tuned trigger pull. Condition is fine to excellent as modified, retaining approx. 95% of a later professionally executed blue finish. Grips show light flattening. Action is crisp, bore is bright, with very tight lock-up and crisp light trigger pull. Est.: $500-$750.

Custom Tuned and Accurized Ithaca Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #861370, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, fancy checkered rosewood grips, with three-dot sight system, tuned action, and light crisp trigger pull. Condition is excellent as reconfigured retaining approx. 96% of an emersion type blue. Rosewood grips are sharp and show little use. Action is crisp, bore is fine to near excellent. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Service Model Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol, #SM30292, .22 LR cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, in correct Colt box numbered to match. Mfg'd 1980. Pistol appears new and unused. Box shows very minor scuffing. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

Scarce Electroless Nickel Colt Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol, #SM38825, .22 LR cal., 5'' barrel, with Colt Factory/Pachmayr grips with gold Colt medallions, in correct Colt Custom Shop box. Mfg'd 1981. Pistol appears new and unused. Box shows very minor scuffing. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Colt Combat Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol, #70SC5301, .45 cal., 4-1/4'' barrel, electrolus nickel finish, non-checkered factory Colt wood grips with medallions. In original Colt woodgrain box with yellow label dating from the very early 1970s, including original brown tissue paper, instruction sheet, and handling instructions with regards to nickel and gold-plated firearms with revision date of 2/70. Pistol additionally includes one correct factory nickel magazine. Condition is excellent showing very little use, with one very thin reassembly mark just below slide release which is not thru the finish. Box is excellent with only very light checking at corners; big ''C'' logo shows minor discoloration. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Engraved Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #159650, .45 cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, carved ivory grip. Mfg'd originally in 1918. Pistol was engraved in the late 1960s and shows near full coverage of a scroll/vine pattern, nicely executed, and extending to the frontstrap, mainspring housing, and grip safety. Ivory grips are of medium relief with semi-nude female figures showing exceptional detail. Barrel is machine turned at ejection port. Condition is excellent with just edgewear at muzzle and forward part of frame. Grips show little wear, with fine action and bright bore. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Seecamp Converted Pre-Series 70 Colt Combat Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol, #70BS35184, .45 ACP cal., 4-1/4'' Bar Sto barrel and bushing, blue finish, with what appears to be slightly later Colt Custom Shop smooth rosewood grip panels with Custom Shop medallion, as well as an additional scrimshawed Colt logo to left panel. Rear sight is a micro-click adjust; front sight a professionally executed red ramp of medium height. Original Commander hammer has been replaced by a slightly abbreviated Colt factory spur hammer, which was the practice of Seecamp to better assist in a more comfortable double action pull. Triggerguard has been professionally modified to facilitate a more comfortable two-hand hold, and is marked on left side lower bow ''LWS'' (Lewis W. Seecamp). Mr. Seecamp was trained as a master gunsmith in the Technical Academy system of pre-WWII Germany. He survived the Eastern Front as an elite mountain trooper and migrated to the U.S. in 1959 where he becam! e a longtime gun designer for O.F. Mossberg. According to the Seecamp Co. history, Lewis had become a firm believer in the value of the Double Action after a Walther P-38 had saved his life in WWII. The Seecamp Co. converted less than 2000 1911 style pistols to Double Action between the early 1970s to the very early 1980s. Condition is excellent with light high edgewear and minor wear at forward edge of slide behind barrel bushing. Grips show light handling marks. Action is crisp, bore is bright, with a very manageable single and double action trigger pull. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Super-Custom Colt MK IV Series 80 Mustang Semi-Automatic Pistol, #MC64304, .380 cal., 2-5/8'' barrel, electroless nickel, Pachmayr Bullseye lion medallion grips, and full-tilt customization job by Scott McDougall of McDougall & Assoc. Modifications include throat and polish for reliable feeding, adjust and polish extractor for positive extraction, adjust thumb safety for more positive engagement, bevel magazine well for easier insertion, modify mag release for positive retention, rework trigger to firm crisp pull, replace plastic guide rod with custom 330 stainless guide rod, convert front and rear sights to three-dot Novak system, remove all sharp edges from slide and hammer, replace factory springs with Wolf spring kit. Complete with full documentation for all work done. Condition is excellent showing little use since modification, complete with hang tag, instructions, two magazines, and in Colt's blue plastic carrying case. Est.: $450-$650.

Customized Colt Gov't Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #2709670, .45 ACP cal., 5'' fitted barrel, blue finish, wraparound Colt rubber grips with medallions, super high intensity LQM-106 laser sight device, MMC front and rear sights, flat stippled mainspring housing, custom beavertail grip safety, National Match style bushing with spring guide tube, with additionally cut sawtooth serrations to forward portion of slide, lightened Wilson combat trigger, and M1991-A1 slide with Series 80 type firing pin safeties. Would cost approx. $2,800-$3,200 to reproduce today. Condition is excellent showing only very slight marks from handling. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Customized Springfield Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #NM78110, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, parkerized finish, Pachmayr Signature Model wraparound rubber grips, as customized by Leutenegger Custom Guns, located in Albany, Wisconsin. Pistol has been extensively modified in the late 1990s for bullseye shooting. Condition is near excellent showing only light range use. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Colt Post-War Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #FR21393E, .38 Super cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory rubber wraparound grips with Colt medallions, custom fitted Millett sights, action job, and matte finished slide. With one magazine, in Colt brown hardcase. Condition is excellent as modified. Honed action, with bright bore. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Pre-Woodsman Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #35392, .22 LR cal., 6-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with one two-tone Colt magazine, elevation adjustable front sight, windage adjustable rear. Mfg'd 1923. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 95% original blue with light thinning to high edges, small losses to slide behind left side serrations, and minor thinning at muzzle. Grips with light to moderate flattening, more pronounced near butt. Magazine shows areas of light to moderate corrosion which have been cleaned. Action is crisp, bore is bright and excellent. Est.: $500-$750.

Post-War Colt Match Target Woodsman, #54427-S, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, checkered mottled Colt-Roc grips, with two magazines. Mfg'd 1952. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 92% original factory blue thinning at high edges, with light scuffs from range and field use. Grips are crisp. Action is tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $400-$600.

Hi-Standard Model ''B'' Semi-Automatic Pistol, #60337, .22 LR cal., 6-3/4'' thin barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with correct factory unmarked Hi-Standard magazine. Condition is fine with light wear at high edges and minor wear at muzzle. Back and frontstrap have thinned to approx. 40%-50%, with the balance showing approx. 92%. Grips are crisp. Action is tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $300-$500.

Hi-Standard Model H-D Military Semi-Automatic Pistol, #183862, .22 LR cal., 6-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% original factory blue with only very light highpoint edgewear and minor wear to muzzle. Grips with light flattening to checks. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Pistol shows very little use. Est.: $400-$600.

Hi-Standard Model GE Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #335172, .22 LR cal., 5-3/4'' and 4-1/2'' barrels, blue finish, Roper thumbrest checkered walnut grips. Condition is excellent. Both barrels show light wear at muzzle and at high edges. Grips with minor flattening to checks and slight darkening at escutcheon. Action is crisp, both bores are bright. Est.: $300-$500.

Hi-Standard Supermatic Tournament Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #1323822, .22 LR cal., 6-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, adjustable target sights, factory checkered brown plastic grips with Hi-Standard medallions; case hardened trigger, with one original Hi-Standard magazine. Condition is excellent with very slight wear at muzzle. Grips are near new. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $300-$500.

Hi-Standard Supermatic Citation Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #1295884, .22 LR cal., 5-1/2'' heavy barrel with ribbed sighting plane extending into slide, custom checkered blackened walnut target grips for righthand shooter, factory adjustable rear sight and magazine. Condition is excellent showing very little wear. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $300-$500.

High Standard HD Military Semi-Automatic Pistol, #146359, .22 LR cal., .22 LR cal., 6-3/4'' round standard weight barrel, black floral thumbrest grips as sold thru King's, ''micro''-adjustable rear sight and ramp Patridge blade front sight. Complete with one two-tone High Standard magazine. Mfg'd late 1940s to early 1950s. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% original blue, with most of the losses to entire length of left side of barrel from holster use. Action and trigger pull remain crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $350-$500.

Manurhin Sportmodel Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #64738L, .22 LR cal., 8'' barrel, blue finish, thumbrest brown checkered plastic grip with Manurhin logo. Mfg'd under license from Walther, these French-made target pistols are known for their accuracy and reliability. Single Action only. Condition is fine retaining approx. 96% original factory blue with small scuffs to finish. Grips with mild flattening. Action is crisp, bore is bright, with one correct magazine. Est.: $500-$750.

Pre-War Walther Olympia Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #3598O, .22 LR cal., 9-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grip, with counterweight. These pre-War Walther target pistols were noted for their accuracy and used by the German Olympic Team in 1936. Condition is excellent as refinished retaining 98%+ blue. Factory grips show sharp checkering and little wear. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Early Webley & Scott MK II Target Model Air Pistol, #21755, .22 cal., 7'' micro-grooved barrel with very large single stroke air piston, blue finish, bright trigger, checkered walnut grips with winged pellet brass escutcheon, and feathered arrow marked 90-degree safety switch; barrel marked ''Webley & Scott Ltd., Birmingham, London'', and ''Made in England'', with July 1925 patent dates. Beautiful and seldom seen. Condition is excellent showing little use with minor scuffs from handling. Functioning action, bright bore. Est.: $250-$400.

H&R Single Shot Target Pistol, USRA Model, #3719, .22 LR cal., 10'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, in original blue box. Introduced in 1928 to conform with the rules of the U.S. Revolver Assn., it is estimated that approx. 3300 of these pistols were made before production ceased in 1941. Grips were produced by Walter F. Roper. Extensively reviewed in the March 1930 American Rifleman magazine, with such limited production and sparing no cost, it is unlikely that H&R ever received any profit on this finely made pistol. H&R was more concerned with establishing a reputation for a superlative single shot pistol. Condition is excellent showing light micro-scratching and minor wear at muzzle. Grips remain extremely crisp. A shooter-made filler has been added between back of triggerguard and front of gripstrap (easily removed). Bright sides of hammer and trigger show little use. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Pre-war box with tape repairs, s! cuffs, and discoloration; end label remains approx. 80% clear and vivid. Instructional label remains affixed inside lid. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Whitney Wolverine Semi-Automatic Pistol, #34459, .22 LR cal., 4-1/2'' barrel, black finish, brown checkered plastic grips, with bright trigger and one correct factory magazine and extra mag, tipping the scales at only 1.3 lbs. Designed by Robert Hillberg, who learned about aluminum casting in WWII while working for Republic Aviation. With only 13,371 pistols mfg'd during its short period of production (1956-1958), and with only approx. 500 nickel-plated examples made according to factory records, these pistols were quite expensive when new, with the blue ones selling for $39.95 and the nickel for $44.95. The victim of poor marketing and early financial problems, and the fact that both Ruger and Colt undercut their prices by at least $2.00, doomed the company to an early demise. Condition is excellent showing light wear from handling. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $400-$600.

Whitney Wolverine Semi-Automatic Pistol, #32401, .22 LR cal., 4-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, brown checkered plastic grips, with bright trigger and two correct factory magazines, one all nickel plated, the other a factory blue mag with nickel base. Pistol tips the scales at only 1.3 lbs. Designed by Robert Hillberg, who learned about aluminum casting in WWII while working for Republic Aviation. With only 13,371 pistols mfg'd during its short period of production (1956-1958), and with only approx. 500 nickel-plated examples made according to factory records, these pistols were quite expensive when new, with the blue ones selling for $39.95 and the nickel for $44.95. The victim of poor marketing and early financial problems, and the fact that both Ruger and Colt undercut their prices by at least $2.00, doomed the company to an early demise. Condition is excellent showing light wear from handling. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $500-$750.

Smith & Wesson 4th Model Single Shot Target Pistol (the Straightline Target), #1254, .22 LR cal., 10'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips with S&W logo, in original green felt-lined blued metal case with S&W trademark stamped on lid; case includes two-piece cleaning rod and screwdriver. Mfg'd between 1925-1936. Condition is fine to near excellent with only light wear at muzzle, very minor thinning at front and backstraps, and minor high edgewear. Grips with light scuffing and thinning to varnish. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Interior of box shows very minor soiling and thinning to interior lining near rear sight area; exterior of box shows light toning and light to moderate micro-scratching. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Rare Pre-War Smith & Wesson Model 32 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #891, .32 Auto cal., 3-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips with S&W medallions. An improved version of the Model 1913 in a much less exotic caliber, with only 950 mfg'd between 1924-1936. Condition is excellent with just the lightest marks from handling, and could only be improved upon with a box. Est.: $2,000-$2,500.

Smith & Wesson 32 Hand Ejector Model of 1903 (5th Change) Double Action Revolver, #108505, .32 S&W Long cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd approx. 1914. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 75% thinning and toning blue. Grips show scuffs and scratches near butt area and light general scratching to both panels. Action is crisp and tight, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$450.

Smith & Wesson 1st Model K22 Outdoorsman Double Action Revolver, #646791, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, square butt, K-frame, blue finish, with pre-micrometer adjustable rear sight, Patridge front sight, flat faced hammer, square butt, checkered non-medallion walnut grips. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80%-85% thinning blue with most of the losses due to holster wear to both sides of barrel, and thinning to sideplate. Just moderate flattening to checks on grips. Action is crisp and tight, bore is fine to excellent. Est.: $450-$650.

Smith & Wesson Model 48 K-22 Masterpiece WMR Double Action Revolver, #6K6109, .22 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, square butt, grooved straps and trigger, adjustable rear sight, of pre-1981 mfg. with pinned barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. Condition is as new in original blue box, with associated paperwork and unopened accessory package. Revolver shows only the slightest marks from handling, with near imperceptible dragline. Est.: $450-$650.

Smith & Wesson K-22 Combat Masterpiece Double Action Revolver, 3rd Model, #K24749, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, square butt, S&W medallions and large diamond shape at screw escutcheon, with adjustable rear and Patridge front sights. Mfg'd approx. 1948. Condition is near excellent with only very slight wear at muzzle, minor edgewear at forward portion of cylinder, very light dragline, and some thinning to the six serrations on backstrap. Grips remain mostly fine with slightly flattened checking, wear to finish near butt, with shallow 1/2'' loss to right panel at lower border. Very minor evidence of previous triggershoe installation visible on left side of trigger. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $350-$500.

Smith & Wesson Late War Military & Police (pre-Model 10) Double Action Revolver, #S817397, .38 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. Mfg'd between Sept. 1945 and April 1948. This early post-war frame has a hole in the side of grip frame for access to the lanyard ring lock pin. Pistol pre-dates the ''C'' prefix change on March 22, 1948. Condition is excellent showing light highpoint edgewear and minor wear at muzzle. Grips with very light flattening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$500.

Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 27 Double Action Revolver, #S135655, .357 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, with aluminum Tyler grip adapter, adjustable rear sight, Patridge front sight, and checkered topstrap and barrel rib. Condition is near excellent with very light muzzle wear and minor dragline to cylinder. Checkering on grips remains sharp. Action is tight, bore is as new. Est.: $500-$750.

King's Full Treatment Smith & Wesson Model 38 M&P Double Action Revolver, #930477, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, wraparound checkered walnut grips, featuring King's full-matted vent rib with reflector, and micrometer click adjusting windage and elevation rear sight. Hand-honed action, adjusted trigger pull, balanced mainspring, and offset target ''cockeyed'' hammer with never-slip checkering. Condition is excellent as modified by King's, and retaining approx. 97% of the King's post-war emersion blue process, with added triggershoe. Grips show light use. Action remains crisp, cylinder locks up tight, bore is excellent. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Post-War Colt Officer's Model Double Action Revolver, with King Super-Target Treatment, #750798, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, custom thumbrest checkered walnut stocks with ebony base; King's vent rib reflector front sight, adjustable rear sight, cockeyed hammer, and triggershoe. Mfg'd 1948. Condition is fine as modified retaining approx. 90% original thinning blue with circumferential scuffing to cylinder. Grips show very light use. Action is crisp and smooth, bore is minty. Est.: $600-$800.

Smith & Wesson Model 19-4 Double Action Revolver, #97K4355, .357 mag. cal., 2-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, round butt, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, and adjustable sights. Pre-1981 pinned barrel. With additional pair of Pachmayr grips dating from the same period in their original box. Condition is excellent with very light muzzle wear, thin dragline to cylinder, and only the slightest wear to grips. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $350-$500.

Smith & Wesson Model 41 Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #A132334, .22 LR cal., 7'' compensated barrel, nickel finish, custom thumbrest wraparound Herrett stocks. Pistol also features gold-plated trigger, and matte nickel slide. Condition is excellent as later nickel plated but a high quality professional job. Grips with chip to thumbrest. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Smith & Wesson Model 41 Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #A226538, .22 LR cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut stock, adjustable rear sight, undercut Patridge front sight, wide grooved trigger with factory adjustable stop, and cocking indicator. Mfg'd 1972-1978. Condition is excellent, in original box with associated paperwork and one magazine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Smith & Wesson Model 66-1 Double Action Revolver, #27K2110, .357 cal., 2-1/2'' barrel, stainless steel finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, adjustable rear sight, red ramp front sight, grooved frontstrap, backstrap and trigger; 3-screw, round butt, in original box with associated paperwork and cleaning kit. Pre-1981 pinned barrel, mfg'd 1977-1981. Condition is excellent showing little wear and appearing unfired, in original box. Est.: $450-$600.

Smith & Wesson Model 34-1 Double Action Revolver, #M81250, .22 LR cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, pre-1981 pinned barrel, adjustable rear sight, and factory grooved trigger, in original box with unopened cleaning kit and associated paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, with only the slightest trace of dragline. Box shows minor external wear at corners. Est.: $300-$450.

Smith & Wesson Model 67 Combat Masterpiece Double Action Revolver, #5K77201, .38 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, stainless steel finish, checkered American walnut grips with S&W medallions, square butt, grooved straps and trigger, adjustable rear sight. This example is of pre-1981 mfg. with pinned barrel. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired in original box with associated paperwork and unopened accessory package. Est.: $450-$600.

Smith & Wesson Model 58 Double Action Revolver, #N187639, .41 mag. cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, 1/8'' front serrated ramp front sight, square notch rear sight, pre-1981 pinned barrel, with a total production of only slightly more than 20,000. Mfg'd 1964-1977. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired, in its original box with associated paperwork and cleaning kit. Revolver shows virtually no evidence of firing and no dragline. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Smith & Wesson Model 422 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #TDH9309, .22 LR cal., 3-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, checkered black plastic grips, ramp front sight, windage adjustable rear sight, in original blue box with one magazine. Condition is excellent, as new and appearing unfired, in original box. Est.: $250-$350.

Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #A235553, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. In original box with paperwork, unopened cleaning kit, and one additional magazine. Mfg'd 1971-1982. Condition is excellent, as new, in its original blue two-piece box. Est.: $450-$600.

Factory Cased Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver, #N471476, .44 Mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, three-screw frame, factory checkered walnut target grips with S&W medallions, target trigger, target hammer, red ramp front and white outline rear sights. Mfg'd between 1969 and 1981, with pinned barrel. In blue lined mahogany S&W case, with cleaning rod, instructions, and warranty card. Condition is excellent with light dragline that is not quite thru the finish and light scuffs from handling, but showing little, if any, use. Grips are excellent with sharp checkering. Right panel with blonde figure. Exterior of case remains in fine condition, with two long shallow gouges near back edge of lid. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Scarce Factory Engraved Nickel-Plated Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #529318, 9mm, 4-1/8'' barrel, nickel finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, factory blue small parts, near complete coverage, with matte nickel slide top left unadorned. Engraving appears to be in the period style of Paul Piquette, a known S&W engraver in the late 1970s-1980s, with this pistol dating from approx. 1979. With one blue Model 39 magazine. Condition is excellent and appears to be unfired. Est.: $2,500-$4,000.

Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver, #N484992, .44 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, nickel finish, Pachmayr presentation rubber grips, red ramp front sight, white outline rear sight, target trigger, target hammer. In original blue-lined mahogany box. Condition is excellent showing light toning to nickel, with very thin dragline only lightly scuffing the surface, and very minor light micro-scratching overall. Grips show little use. Action is crisp, bore appears as new. Exterior of box shows light scuffing; paperwork is present; inside of box with later blue felt. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Cased Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 Double Action Revolver, #N219660, .357 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut target grips with S&W medallions, target trigger, target hammer, adjustable rear sight, Patridge front sight, pre-1981 pinned barrel, factory checkered topstrap and barrel rib, 3-screw frame, in S&W mahogany case with paperwork and accessories. Mfg'd 1969-1980. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, with only the slightest trace of dragline to cylinder. Exterior of case appears pristine with no marks or dings; interior flocked blue is as nice as we have ever seen with only light impression marks. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Double Action Revolver, #4K71627, .357 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, square butt, grooved straps and trigger, adjustable rear sight, of pre-1981 mfg. with pinned barrel, blue finish, factory checkered target walnut grips with S&W medallions. Revolver also features target trigger and target hammer and Patridge front sight. Condition is as new in original blue box, with associated paperwork and unopened accessory package. Revolver shows only the slightest marks from handling, with near imperceptible dragline. Est.: $450-$650.

Smith & Wesson Model 48-3 Double Action Revolver, #8K78360, .22 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, nickel finish, S&W factory wood grips with nickel medallions, adjustable rear sight, Patridge front sight, plated and machine-turned hammer and trigger. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97%-98% of what may be a non-factory nickel of high quality, with very small blisters just to left of caliber designation on barrel. Rear sight is matte nickel plated. Factory grips show excellent character and little use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Go Ahead, Make My Day....Cased Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver, #N335362, .44 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut target grips with S&W medallions, target trigger, target hammer, red ramp front sight, white outline rear sight, 3-screw, pre-1981 pinned barrel, in S&W mahogany case with paperwork and accessories. This particular version mfg'd 1969-1981. The ''Dirty Harry'' gun. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, with only the slightest trace of dragline to cylinder. Exterior of case appears pristine with no marks or dings; interior flocked blue is beautiful with only light impression marks. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 Double Action Revolver, #N216033, .357 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, Mustang fingergroove grips. Topped with Bushnell Magnum Phantom 1.3-power scope. Original scope cover is included. Condition is excellent as modified with scope, retaining approx. 98% original blue with very slight dragline that is not quite thru the finish. Aftermarket grips show little use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Scope optics are clear. Est.: $500-$750.

Cased Smith & Wesson Model 25-2 (M.1955) Double Action Revolver, #N378806, .45 ACP cal., 6-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut target grips with S&W medallions, target trigger, target hammer, adjustable rear sight, Patridge front sight, pre-1981 pinned barrel, in S&W mahogany case with paperwork and accessories. Mfg'd 1975-1981. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, with only the slightest trace of dragline to cylinder. Exterior of case appears pristine with no marks or dings; interior flocked blue is as new with only light impression marks. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 Double Action Revolver, #N176951, .357 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, adjustable rear sight, Patridge type front sight, with pre-1981 pinned barrel, matted topstrap and barrel rib, grooved frontstrap, backstrap and trigger, 3-screw variation. Condition is excellent appearing near new in original box. Revolver shows minor dragline with no evidence of having been fired. Complete with instructions and unopened cleaning kit. Box with 2''x1/2'' loss at top of lid. Est.: $500-$750.

Smith & Wesson Model 64 Double Action Revolver, #D754374, .38 Spec. cal., 2'' barrel, stainless steel with machine-turned gold-plated trigger and hammer, gold-plated cylinder latch, round butt, with aftermarket checkered walnut grips having the original S&W nickel-plated medallions installed. Condition is excellent showing little use. Grips with an additional coat of lacquer. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$500.

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 66 Double Action Revolver, #4K18698, .357 mag. cal., 4'' barrel, stainless steel finish, Mustang grips. Revolver with gold hammer, trigger, ejector rod, cylinder release, and rear sight. Hammer and trigger have been machine turned, with near full coverage engraving of good quality. Left side with gold-applied leaping boar. Engraving is signed ''WW/74''. Condition is excellent as modified. Grips show light use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Python Double Action Revolver, #88161, .357 mag. cal., 2-1/2'' barrel, gold plated with machine-turned hammer and trigger, ivory grips with pre-war Colt medallions installed from old stock. Mfg'd in mid-1970s. Condition is excellent as modified showing very little use. Grips with mellow toning. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Silver & Gold-Plated Colt Python Double Action Revolver, #E90485, .357 mag. cal., 6'' vent rib barrel, silver-plated frame, sideplate, crane, and barrel; gold-plated screws, rear sight, cylinder release, cylinder, hammer, and trigger; with Pachmayr grips. Mfg'd in approx. 1990. Condition is fine as enhanced with minor blistering at bottom of sideplate where it adjoins the rear portion of triggerguard. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Revolver shows little overall use. Cylinder latch is somewhat tight. Est.: $500-$750.

Dan Wesson Model 744 Double Action Revolver, #44S000610, .44 mag. cal., with both 8'' and 6'' heavy vent rib barrels with red ramp front sights, stainless steel finish, wraparound rubber Hogue mono-grips, Dan Wesson combination tool, in original styrofoam box with white cardboard slipcover. Condition is excellent showing just light use. Est.: $600-$800.

Beretta Model FS Semi-Automatic Pistol, #BER322418, .40 S&W cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, fingergroove wraparound Hogue grips, with two magazines and original factory grips, in Beretta hard case with instructions. Condition: Appears new and unfired, in original box. Est.: $450-$600.

Factory Cutaway Sig-Sauer P220 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #G100914, 9mm, 4-1/4'' barrel, black phosphate finish, factory checkered plastic grips, with one magazine, in original box with end label marked ''Cutaway''. A rare factory demonstrator, cannot be fired. Cutaway portions are painted red. Condition is excellent as only used for demonstrator purposes. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Browning High-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #245PP82578, 9mm, 43-1/6'' barrel, phosphate finish, black plastic checkered grips with factory ambidextrous safety, fixed sights. In Bianchi 13A Scorpio shoulder holster with double magazine pouch. Condition is excellent with only the slightest wear in actioning areas of trigger. Action is tight, bore is bright. Made in Belgium, assembled in Portugal. Est.: $450-$600.

Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #74C12416, 9mm, 4-5/8'' barrel, adjustable sight, blue finish, checkered walnut grips. Mfg'd approx. 1974. Condition is excellent appearing unfired, in original Browning naugahyde gun rug. Est.: $550-$700.

Browning GP Competition Semi-Automatic Pistol (based on the High-Power), #245PZ43718, 9mm, 6'' barrel, adjustable rear sight, weighted front portion of barrel, phosphate finish, wraparound Pachmayr grips, and adjustable rear sight. Counterweight adds 50 grams to the overall weight keeping muzzle climb to a minimum. Condition is excellent appearing unfired, in its original hardcase, with tool, cleaning rod, and associated paperwork. Est.: $700-$900.

Target Modified Browning High-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #61010, 9mm, 4-3/4'' barrel, hard chrome finish with matte gold-plated trigger, hammer, magazine release, slide release, safety, and micro-rear sight; laminated hard wood grips, with bright nickel-plated magazine. Pre-T series with early extractor and probably dating from the late 1950s. Condition is excellent, and all work appears to have been professionally done. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Trigger pull is crisp. Est.: $400-$600.

Pre-War Walther PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol, #233538K, .32 cal., 3-1/4'' barrel, gold-plated finish with nickel-plated small parts, factory brown mottled wraparound grips, with long-base magazine extension. Condition is excellent as later enhanced, retaining approx. 99%+ gold plating. Grips show very light wear without any of the usual cracks or warpage near the thumb safety. Action remains crisp, bore shows light frosting in grooves. Est.: $400-$600.

Gold Engraved Llama Small Frame Semi-Automatic Pistol, #589972, .380 cal., 3-3/4'' barrel, engraved and gold plated, with make and caliber designation in hand-engraved riband style, factory faux pearl grips with Llama medallions. Condition is excellent showing little to no use, with one factory gold-plated magazine. Est.: $500-$750.

Ruger New Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver, #41-04582, .41 mag. cal., 6-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, two-piece smooth walnut grips with Ruger medallions, in original Ruger red box showing black/yellow label, dating from the early 1970s, pre-barrel warning. Condition is as new, in original box, appearing unfired with only the slightest trace of dragline. Est.: $500-$750.

Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk Single Action Revolver, #81-25754, .44 mag. cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, factory high polish blue, two-piece smooth walnut grips with Ruger medallions, adjustable rear sight, 6-shot non-fluted cylinder, in original Ruger red box, and pre-barrel warning. Condition is as new, appearing unfired, with very light dragline. Est.: $550-$700.

Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk Single Action Revolver, #82-05026, .44 mag. cal., 7-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, smooth factory walnut grips with Ruger medallions, with a set of Pachmayr rubber grips, all dating from the early 1980s. Condition is excellent showing little use, with very light dragline to cylinder and very minor scuffs to grips (near imperceptible). Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Ruger 1st Series Bearcat Single Action Revolver, #N001, .22 LR cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, gold anodized triggerguard, with two-piece hardwood grips. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85%-90% original blue with most of the losses to the high edge of ejector rod. Minor carbon spotting to hammer and light scuffs to grips. Action is crisp and tight, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$450.

Ruger MK I Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #12-61556, .22 LR cal., 6-7/8'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered plastic grips, in original Ruger red box showing yellow label, in cardboard slip case, pre-barrel warning. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired, in original box. Est.: $300-$450.

Browning Medalist Semi-Automatic Pistol, #115412T8, .22 LR cal., 6-3/4'' barrel, nickel finish, gold trigger, checkered wraparound left-handed walnut grips and smooth Schnauble forend, with vent sighting rib. Mfg'd in Belgium. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% nickel. Matte rib and slide show light discoloration. Stocks with light flattening to checks and repair beneath thumb safety. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Trigger pull is very crisp. Est.: $500-$750.

Browning Challenger II Semi-Automatic Pistol, #655RT02992, .22 LR cal., 6-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, laminated hardwood grips, with Browning medallion and one magazine. Condition is excellent showing very little use. Est.: $300-$450.

AMT Auto-Mag II Semi-Automatic Pistol, #WING-1, .22 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, stainless steel finish, black splined plastic grips, Millet adjustable rear sight with red ramp front, with one correct factory magazine. Custom made for our friend and late consignor Dr. Wing Houser. Doc was good friends with the founder of AMT, Harry Sanford, the maker and inventor of both the AMT Hardballer, Back-Up, and AutoMag. Doc would occasionally receive prototype firearms as presents with unique serial numbers. Condition is excellent showing little use. Est.: $350-$500.

Thompson Center Contender Single Shot Pistol, #78433, .30-30 cal., 10'' barrel, nickel plated with gold receiver accents, standard checkered walnut forend, left-handed thumbrest pistol grip (easily replaced with standard grip), satin nickel barrel, polished nickel receiver flats, and mountain lion scene in gold. With additional factory blue 10'' barrel chambered in .357 mag. Condition is excellent as enhanced with later finish. Action remains tight, bore is bright. Blue barrel shows light micro-scratching and minor wear from field use. Barrel locks up tight with bright bore. Est.: $350-$500.

Thunder Five Double Action Revolver, by MIL Inc., 4-1101, .45-70 cal., 2-1/8'' barrel, parkerized finish, fingergroove Pachmayr grips. This large revolver was mfg'd from 1994 to approx. 1998. This is the California approved model and is incapable of firing .410 cartridges. Condition is excellent showing slight dragline, but virtually no use since new. Est.: $350-$500.

Stevens Model 520 Pump Action Shotgun, #79784, 12 ga., 32'' barrel choked Full, blue finish, walnut stocks. Condition is good to very good retaining approx. 75%-80% original factory blue. Stock with scuffs, dings, light fractures to right side, and oil darkening near metal surfaces. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $350-$500.

Weatherby Orion Over/Under Shotgun, #EN13063, 12 ga., 28'' vent rib barrels, with Weatherby choke tubes currently choked Imp./Mod.; single selective trigger, manual safety, blue finish, checkered walnut stock with rubber butt pad. Condition is excellent showing only the slightest use. Action is tight, bores are bright. Est.: $600-$800.

Charles Daly Venture Over/Under Shotgun, #S333483, 20 ga., 26'' vent rib barrels, 3'' chambers choked IM/IC, lightly engraved blue finish, checkered walnut stock, and single gold-plated trigger. Mfg'd in Japan by B.C. Miroku. Condition is very good to near fine showing light general field use. Stock and buttplate with repair at toe. Est.: $350-$450.

Ithaca Model 600 Over/Under Shotgun, #CF665720, 20 ga., 26'' vent rib blue barrels, 3'' chambers choked Mod./Imp., coin frame and triggerguard, single selective gold-plated trigger, manual safety, with medium relief vignette etching; checkered pistol-grip walnut stock, with Whiteline rubber buttpad; 14'' pull to end of pad, 13'' to end of stock. Condition is fine with light thinning to nickel plating on frame. Barrels with minor nicks and dings. Stock with light pressure dings. Action is tight, bores are bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Beretta Silver Snipe Over/Under Shotgun, #67141, 12 ga., 28'' matted rib barrels choked Full & Mod., blue finish, bright receiver, gold trigger, checkered walnut stocks with sling swivels added. Condition is very good to near fine. Metal surfaces show very light field use. Stocks with flattening to checks, scuffs, scratches, and oil darkening. Est.: $500-$750.

J. Saive Armes Boxlock Ejector Double Barrel Shotgun, #39268, 12 ga., 27-5/8'' barrels marked ''Eprouve Aux Poudres Pyroxylees/Acier Cockerill'' choked Mod. & Impr. with 3'' chambers, matted concave rib marked ''J. Saive Armes Liege/Unique'', coin-finished boxlock action with sideplates. Action and sideplates engraved with foliage scroll, pigeons, umbrella fences, side clips, ejectors, single selective trigger, hidden third fastener, and non-automatic safety; checkered straight-grip stock of lightly figured straight grain walnut, with checkered padless butt. Sling eyes, checkered beavertail forend. Cased in fitted green canvas duck case with leather reinforced corners, leather retaining straps, and bright plated brass hardware. Condition is excellent. Barrels show 98%+ blue. Coin-finished engraved sideplates with very minor scuffs. Stock shows very light wear from handling and light marks. Length of pull is 13-7/8''; drop at comb is 1-3/8''; drop at heel is 2-1/2! ''. Weight is 6 lbs. 14 ozs. Case shows light scuffing and minor general wear to edges; small tear in upper right corner of lid to canvas which can easily be repaired. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Perazzi MX2000 S Sporting Skeet Model Over/Under Two-Barrel Set, Left-Hand, #126890, 12 ga., 32'' barrels, engraved nickel receiver with gold highlights and gold trigger, walnut stock, Morgan adjustable buttplate, and Briley tubes in 20 ga. and .40 and marked .624 & .417, with multiple choke tubes for all gauges. In Americase luggage casing marked Pacific Sporting Arms, with extra chokes, tools, and paperwork. Condition is excellent showing only the slightest use and handling. An ideal shotgun with great balance and multiple gauge combinations. This shotgun new would cost over $10,000. Est.: $6,500-$8,500.

Extremely Fine Siace Evolution Model Italian Over/Under Shotgun, #45956, 12 ga., 28'' matted ribbed barrels with ivory bead and Briley choke system, detachable trigger group, chambered coil springs, Boss type locking system featuring two lugs built on the sides of the barrel monoblock completed by a sliding bolt; forge action is cut from a solid block of nickel-chrome molybdenum steel. Chrome lined monoblock barrels feature a hand-filled no-glare ventilated rib. Stock and forends are from extra-select circasian walnut, with hand-engraved vignette scrolls giving near complete coverage and signed by engraver. Lever with pierced floral motif at press. Stocks exhibit beautiful dark accent lines, fine double border checkering to pistol grip, with brown rubber buttpad and black spacer. Monoblock is finely machine turned to ensure smooth precise access and operation. Complete in leather and brass fitted case containing choke tubes, ear plugs, and combination tool. Condi! tion is excellent with only the slightest marks from the most minimal handling. Est.: $14,000-$20,000.

Parker DHE Grade Side-by-Side Reproduction Shotgun, by Winchester, #P00166, 20 ga., 28'' blue barrels for 2-3/4'' & 3'' shells with matted game rib choked Full & Mod., D Grade hand engraved case hardened frame, fancy walnut pistol-grip stock with splinter forend and blue steel skeleton butt, with checkers to pistol grip, forend and exposed wooden area of butt; butt cap marked ''Parker by Winchester'', with blank brass ovoid panel to lower portion of stock; single selective trigger, automatic safety, standard Deeley forend release, and ejectors. The ''P'' prefix to the serial number indicates a gun produced early in the series in 1984. All nicely fitted in a tanned leather trunk-style case lined in green baize material, with two Parker snap caps, case keys, and Parker reproduction trade label in lid. Condition is excellent. Shotgun shows very little use and one very minor pressure ding to right side that is near imperceptible. Case with very slight exterior scuffs t! o leading edge. An excellent well-balanced shotgun reminiscent of the Golden Age of American sporting arms. Length of pull is 14-3/8''; drop at heel is 2-1/4''; drop at comb is 1-3/8''. Est.: $3,500-$5,000.

Beautifully Finished FN High-Power Olympia Grade Bolt Action Rifle, #58270L70, .30-06 cal., 22'' lightly engraved blue barrel, scroll and game scene engraved satin chrome receiver, floorplate and triggerguard; jeweled bolt, finely figured cheekpiece walnut stock with tight checkering and carved scroll motif; pistol grip and forend cap of light rosewood with Whiteline spacer and vacant gold lozenge-shaped escutcheon, with factory sling swivel eyes. Topped with a Swarovski Habicht 3-9x36A Nova scope with Leupold mounts and rings, and Butler Creek scope covers. Condition is excellent with very light witness marks to scope tube just behind rings from eye relief adjustment. Stock shows very minor scuffs from handling. Action is crisp, bore is bright, scope optics are clear. An absolutely beautiful example of European craftsmanship in the greatest of all American calibers. Est.: $3,000-$5,000.

Fine Pre-War German Double Rifle, by Sempert & Kreighoff, Suhl, 9.3x72R cal., 23-11/16'' barrels with maker's mark to top rib in gold, matted rib with Express sight,circular ''Krupp Stahl'' markings to both barrels at breech, crown-''U'' and crown-''N'' proofmarks, and recepticle for double-claw scope mounts; double adjustable triggers with horn triggerguard, case hardened frame, with light banknote engraving to sidelock panels, ''Sicher'' in gold to upper tang indicating ''Safe'', double platina bands at both breeches, as well as facing side of rear sight in the form of a triangle and tipping the front bead. Fine splinter forend with horn tip and very slight Schnauble. High comb stock is in an abbreviated Monte Carlo style with low thin cheekpiece; serrated buttplate is of horn; sling swivels are present. Condition is excellent with original case hardened colors to frame and sideplate, thinning and toning to a pleasing mellow silver. Barrels with only slight wear a! t muzzle. Stock shows very light wear and mild thinning to checks. Action is crisp, bores are excellent. Est.: $6,000-$8,000.

German Underlever Drilling, 16x16x9.3mm, 28-3/8'' barrels, blue finish, cheekpiece pistol-grip walnut stock, with trap in butt. Condition is very good as refinished. Barrels retain approx. 80% toning and thinning blue. Maker's name is partially obliterated on rib. Stock shows light scuffs and minor flattening to checks, but with no cracks or losses. Action is crisp, bores are bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Early 20th Century German Drilling, NSNV, 16x16x9.3mm, exposed hammers, barrels measure 26-13/16''; rifle barrel is recessed from the ends of the shotgun muzzles and measures overall 25-3/4'', maker's name has been covered by European dovetail scope base. Frame, triggerguard, and extra bullet compartment door are neatly engraved with woodsy game scenes and scrollwork; European walnut stock with cheekpiece and splinter forend, with underlever barrel release. Condition is good to very good retaining 95% later blackening. Left 16 ga. tube with small ding approx. 8'' from muzzle. Stocks with moderate to heavy wear to checks, but with a crisp action, bright bores to shotgun, and rifle barrel is fair to good. Est.: $500-$750.

Winchester Model 12 Featherweight Pump Action Shotgun, #1796759F, 12 ga., 30'' round barrel choked Full, blue finish, walnut stock. Shotgun sports steel solid receiver, barrel and mag tube; and aluminum triggerguard. Introduced in 1959, weighing a pound less than the normal Model 12. Pre-dates the Model 1200. Est.: $350-$500.

Winchester Model 1912 Pump Action Shotgun, #218459, 16 ga., 26'' barrel choked Full, oval post ventilated rib, blue finish, walnut stock. Mfg'd in 1919, and later sent back to the factory for the installation of rib and overall refinishing. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ newer factory blue. Stock shows additional varnish to original excellent wood, with small crack emanating from left upper portion of buttstock at wood-to-metal area. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $450-$650.

Winchester Model 12 Pump Action Shotgun, #1870619, 12 ga., 28'' round barrel choked Mod., blue finish, smooth walnut pistol-grip stock, with Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Mfg'd in 1962. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% original finish with light general overall thinning (a little more in action areas), with very minor knackering to left side forward edge of receiver. Stocks with light field use and thinning to varnish at pistol grip. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650.

Winchester Model 12 Pump Action Shotgun, #612124, 12 ga., 28'' barrel choked Modified, blue finish, smooth walnut pistol-grip stock. Mfg'd in 1932. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% original slightly thinning blue with wear to high edges and highpoints. Stock with light scuffs and losses of varnish. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $450-$600.

Winchester Model 12 Pump Action Shotgun, #747437, 20 ga., 28'' Imp. Mod. factory game rib barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock, Whiteline rubber buttpad. Mfg'd in 1937. Condition is fine retaining approx. 92% original finish with wear in action areas and highpoint edgewear to frame extension. Stocks show only minor flattening. Forend pump appears to be of a slightly higher factory grade than the buttstock. Action is crisp, bore is bright. A proven shotgun in a desirable gauge with scarce factory game rib. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Factory Upgraded Winchester Model 12 Pump Action Shotgun, #315862, 20 ga., 28'' barrel choked Full, oval post ventilated rib, white front bead, blue finish, smooth walnut stock. Returned to the factory for refinishing and later upgrades. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% later factory finish. Stocks are excellent with standard wood, light scuffs and scratches from field use. Brown Pachmayr buttpad added. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Factory Upgraded Winchester Model 12 Pump Action Shotgun, #890581, 12 ga., 30'' barrel choked Full, oval post ventilated rib, red front and brass central bead, blue finish, smooth walnut stock. Mfg'd in 1941 and returned to the factory for refinishing and later upgrades. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% later factory finish. Stocks are excellent with standard wood, minor darkening to buttstock at metal contact points. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Custom Winchester Model 12 Pump Action Shotgun, #7873, 28 ga., 28'' barrel with 2-7/8'' chambers choked Skeet, factory installed oval post ventilated rib with double ivory beads; blue finish, custom fitted and carved fancy French walnut stock with palmswell to pistol grip, ebony pistol-grip cap, with pewter hunting dog motif inlaid in cap. Possibly re-barreled from 20 ga. Length of pull is 13-3/4''. Barrel adapted to removable choke tubes. Condition is excellent as expertly refinished and restocked, with losses to finish at uppermost rear part of frame and minor discoloration. Stocks are excellent. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Rare and Desirable Winchester Model 12 Factory Cutaway Pump Action Shotgun, #709553, 12 ga., 30'' barrel choked Full, blue finish, pistol-grip walnut stock. Mfg'd in 1936. One of probably six mfg'd, with three of them stored in the Factory Museum. This particular shotgun was discovered in the possession of former Winchester employee and regional factory sales representative Walter F. Phillips in the 1980s. On page 55 of one of Madis's books on Winchesters (photo copy included), Madis discusses two of the factory's three Cutaways, which he also calls ''Salesman's Guns'' and ''Demonstration Guns''. He goes on to say that some unusual guns of experimental or demonstration type, left the factory in clean-up, close-out, thru the factory surplus store, or in the hands of executives. Shotgun shows eleven viewing ports cutaway to the left side, and four to the right, with some internal parts factory painted red and yellow. This true demonstrator remains completely shootab! le and clearly shows the internal workings and the high quality of this excellent John Browning designed pump shotgun. Small springs and detents, as well as extractor and ejector pieces, are clearly visible, making for a uniquely rare and fascinating piece. Condition is excellent with only light marks in actioning areas from demonstrating purposes, and very light wear at high forward end of frame just before barrel extension. Stock with just light scuffs and scratches. Buttplate with very minor dings and small chips to edge. One of the rare cutaways that appears completely functional. Est.: $3,500-$7,000.

Winchester Super-X Model 1 Factory Cutaway Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #XM00002, 12 ga., 26'' barrel choked Mod., blue finish, factory checkered walnut grip and forend, with Winchester factory rubber butt pad, five open panels to left side, at least three large cutaway panels to right side, and jeweled bolt. Quite possibly a one-of-a-kind item from Winchester Factory sales representative Walter S. Phillips, who among the many other positions he held, was also a field service manager for Winchester and was instrumental in the development of the Super-X Model 1 shotgun. Condition is mechanically excellent retaining approx. 80% original factory finish with moderate general areas of thinning to the left side of frame and muzzle portion of barrel. Right side of shotgun with ejection port, and operating handle shows pristine and near new. Stocks show very little use and checkering is exceptionally crisp. Action is crisp, bore shows very minor traces of use which lends us to ! believe, after closer examination, that this is a completely functional shotgun. Est.: $2,500-$5,000.

Winchester Model 42 Pump Action Shotgun, #102839, .410 ga. 3'' chamber, factory oval post 28'' ribbed barrel choked Full, blue finish, pistol-grip walnut stock, with red front and brass central beads. Condition is excellent showing little use, with very minor scuffs to stock. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $3,000-$4,000.

Winchester Model 42 Pump Action Shotgun, #46836, .410 ga. 3'' chamber, 26'' round barrel choked Full, dating from 1941. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 90% lightly thinning and toning blue, with most of the losses to receiver extension and mag tube in actioning areas. Stock shows light scuffs from field use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Winchester Model 42 Pump Action Shotgun, #22275, .410 ga., 26'' matted game rib barrel originally choked Skeet but now with Cutts compensator. Mfg'd 1936. Condition is very good to near fine as partially refinished. REceiver retains approx. 92% thinning and lightly toning factory blue. Matching numbered barrel assembly has been hot emersion blued and shows somewhat darker. Stocks with mild to just moderate flattening and light scuffs from field use. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $500-$750.

Winchester Model 101 Pigeon Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #PK263402, 20 ga., 27'' vent rib barrels choked Skeet/Skeet, coin finished roll engraved receiver, with select grade walnut pistol-grip stocks; single trigger, black rubber Pachmayr buttpad, dual ivory bead, with rib marked ''Pigeon Grade''. In SKB fitted hardcase with extra .410 barrel liners. Condition is excellent showing very light use, possibly only from handling, with just minor scuffs to stock. Action is crisp, bores are mirror bright. Case shows moderate general overall wear and scuffing to exterior. Est.: $1,500-$2,000.

Winchester Model 101 Over/Under Shotgun, #63913, 12 ga., 30'' vent rib barrels, 2-3/4'' chambers choked Full/Mod., blue finish, checkered walnut stock with Whiteline rubber buttpad. Made in Japan for Winchester, dating from the early 1970s. Upper right side of breech is very lightly etched ''C.H. Wilson''. Condition is very good showing light overall field use with thinning at high edges and at balance points, minor crazing to factory lacquer, and light flattening to checks. Action is crisp, bores are bright. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Smith & Wesson Model 916A Pump-Action Riot Shotgun, #40B931, 12 ga., 3'' chamber, 18-1/4'' barrel, blue finish, birch stock. Condition is excellent, as new, with original instructions. Mfg'd 1973-1980. Est.: $200-$300.

Remington Model 11-87 Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #400508, 12 ga., 30'' round barrel choked Full, blue finish, checkered walnut stock and forend, with Redhead lace-up leather buttpad. Condition is excellent showing little use. Checkering remains sharp. Light wear at balance point. Crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $350-$500.

Remington Model 11 Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #1072543, desirable 20 ga., 28'' game rib barrel choked Full, factory blue finish, checkered walnut stocks, with Remington dark brown mottled buttplate. Condition is excellent. Stock shows light scuffs from handling and only very slight wear to blue finish at high edges. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $400-$600.

U.S. Property marked Remington Model 11 Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #489398, 12 ga., 28'' plain barrel choked Full, blue finish, cartouched walnut stocks. Left side of receiver marked ''US/flaming bomb/Military Finish''; bolt marked ''The Sportsman'', with Ordnance wheel and FJA cartouche to left cheekpiece area of buttstock, and unmarked hard rubber buttplate and bright screws. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 96% original blue with light high edgewear, light scuffs and scratches to blue, and very minor wear at screw slots. Buttstock with small pressure dings; forend with light to moderate scuffing. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Factory Engraved Remington Model 11-F Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #299773, 12 ga., 30'' matte game rib barrel, blue finish, checkered pistol-grip select walnut stock, with Remington hard rubber buttpad. Beautifully scroll engraved, receiver shows near complete coverage, with vignette scrolls, multiple game scenes with spaniels, chucker, partridges, ducks, and snipes; hand-engraved model designation and additional floral scrolls to breech end of barrel. Serial number on both loading port and lower tang hand engraved as well. The Remington Model 11-F was considered Remington's Premiere Grade Auto-Loading shotgun. Condition is excellent as professionally refinished with very slight thinning to engraving detail. Forestock shows moderate flattening to checks; pistol-grip shows heavy. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Seldom seen in any condition. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Belgian Browning Auto-5 Magnum Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #71V88592, 12 ga. mag., 31-1/2'' vent rib barrel choked Full, factory checkered walnut stock, with original early 1970s Browning rubber buttpad. Condition is excellent showing only very slight wear from handling, with crisp action and mirror bright bore. Est.: $500-$750.

Bel. Browning Auto-5 Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #68M57973, 12 ga., 28'' barrel choked Modified, fine Belgian blue finish, checkered walnut pistol-grip stock. Dating from the mid-1960s. Condition is excellent showing very light field use and only minor marks and scuffs from handling. Action is crisp and smooth, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Browning Montana Centennial Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle, #0062MT1889, .45-70 cal., 26'' octagon barrel, blue finish, bright frame, straight grip checkered walnut stock, left side of frame with Great Seal of Montana, roaming buffalo, and the dates 1889-1989; similar motif to right side of frame with grizzly bear. Condition is near excellent appearing unfired, with light scuffing to left buttstock beneath upper tang. No box. Est.: $500-$750.

Browning Model 53 Lever Action Rifle, #01916NM3F7, .32-20 cal., 22'' barrel, button mag, blue finish, pistol-grip checkered walnut stock, having a very limited production run. Condition is new and unfired, in original box. Est.: $500-$750.

Savage Model 1914 Pump Action Rifle, #14097, .22 SL&LR cal., 24'' octagon barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut pistol-grip stock. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 94% original factory high polish blue to receiver; matte blue to barrel, with light flaking and minor just beginning corrosion that should easily clean. Stock with light scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $300-$450.

Remington Fieldmaster Pump Action Rifle, #C28733, .30 Rem. cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, select grade checkered walnut stock with cheekpiece, and rubber buttpad. Condition is excellent as professionally refinished retaining 99% blue with very light highpoint edgewear and minor wear at muzzle. Rifle appears to have been re-stocked with a higher quality of workmanship and fancier wood than original. Bolt has been engine turned. Action is crisp, bore is very good to fine. Est.: $500-$750.

Remington Woodsmaster Model 81 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #24437, .300 Sav. cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, with sling swivels. Condition is very good, with original forward sling swivel removed from bottom of barrel and replaced with an aftermarket adjustable swivel. Factory blue finish retains 85%-90% blue with just even highpoint edgewear. Two additional scope mount holes to top of receiver for scope or sights. Stock shows light scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $350-$500.

Remington Model 30-S Express Bolt Action Rifle, #25297, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered pistol-grip walnut stock, with red rubber buttpad. Lyman receiver sight and high ramp front sight. Remington's post-WWII adaptation of the M.1917 rifle, which was touted for its strong action. Condition is very good to near fine showing just minor light thinning to finish. Bolt latch has been later machine turned. Stock with light scuffs and scratches and mild flattening to checks. Action is crisp, bore is about fine with very minor frosting in grooves. Est.: $350-$500.

Remmington Model 742 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #294009, .30-06 cal., 22-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, pressed checkered walnut stock and forend, with Bushnell Banner III 3x9 scope and leather sling. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 95% original finish with light wear and micro-scratching. Stock shows light nicks and scuffs from field use. Action remains crisp, bore is excellent. Scope optics are clear. Est.: $350-$450.

Remington Model 8 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #60804, .32 Rem. cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut stocks. An excellent example of the semi-automatic rifle favored by police in the 1920s-1930s. Mfg'd from 1908 to 1936. Condition is excellent showing light micro-scratching to metal surfaces, minor thinning at highpoints, and still having approx. 95% blue. Light wear in actioning areas, specifically the safety radius. Stocks with minor scuffs and miniscule losses, the largest being at the right side of the upper tang, approx. 1/16''x1/2''. Center back of receiver hump with a #8 size threaded hole, possibly for tang sight. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Remington Rangemaster Model 37 Bolt Action Target Rifle, #11897, .22 LR cal., 28'' barrel, blue finish, Roper-style checkered walnut stock, Redfield Olympic front and rear sights. Rifle retains one of its original dovetail scope mounts, one original magazine, and adjustable offhand stop. Condition is fine to near excellent with light scratching to top of barrel near dovetail area. Custom righthanded palmswell stock shows only light use, most of it near butt area. Checkered steel buttplate with light discoloration. Action is crisp, adjustable triggerpull is light and smooth, bore is excellent. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Remington Model 37 ''The Rangemaster'' Bolt Action Target Rifle, #06458, .22 LR cal., 27-1/2'' heavy barrel, blue finish, heavy smooth pistol-grip walnut stock, with adjustable forward sling swivel; target scope dovetails, and plugged mounting holes for iron sights. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% original factory blue. Stock with light scuffs from handling. Action is crisp, bore is bright, just in need of the common .22 cal. Remington magazine. Est.: $400-$600.

Remington Model 514 Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle, NSNV, .22 SL&LR cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut pistol-grip stock, with black Remington plastic checkered buttplate. Condition is excellent with just light carbon spotting to white metal bolt. Minor handling marks to stock. Bore is bright and minty. Est.: $200-$400.

Marlin Model 922M Semi-Automatic Rifle, #922M0165, .22 mag. cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock, with Bushnell 4-power scope. Condition is fine retaining approx. 96% original finish. Stock with light scuffs. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $200-$400.

Savage Model 900TR Bolt Action Target Rifle, #TR00447, .22 LR cal., 25-1/4'' barrel, blue finish, birch target stock, Lyman rear and globe front sights, 5-round detachable box magazine, slide for palmrest, with finely adjusted trigger. Condition is about excellent retaining 98% blue with minor scratches. Stock needs final finishing. Action remains crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$500.

BSA Bolt Action Sporting Rifle, imported by Eagle Arms, NY, #7P9725, .30-06 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, American style stock with skipline checkering at pistol grip and forend, rosewood forend and pistol-grip cap with white spacer and accents; sling swivels and rifle sights included. Condition is about fine showing light wear from field use. Action remains crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Professionally Sporterized Remington 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle, #3915749, .30-06 cal., 22-1/2'' blue barrel, parkerized receiver, polished bolt, cheekpiece walnut pistol-grip stock, Schnauble forend, topped with 3x9 Redfield Tracker scope. Condition is excellent as modified. Barrel retains approx. 85% blue with slight thinning to parkerized frame; 1'' down from top of muzzle is a threaded plug screw hole from previous sight. Action is smooth, bore is excellent, scope optics are clear, with one small indentation to right side objective area of tube (detracts little and does not affect scope in any way). Est.: $400-$600.

Pre-War Spoon-Handled Mauser Sporter, NSNV, 7mm, 24'' barrel, round knob pistol-grip walnut halfstock with Schnauble forend, added cheekpiece and diamond inlays, with large three-clover shamrock engraved to receiver ring. With leather sling. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% thinning and lightly toning blue. Stock with flattening to checks and thinning to varnish. Action is tight, bore is bright, trigger is crisp. Est.: $400-$600.

Custom Mauser Bolt Action Sporter, #S-07898, .280 Rem. cal. (7mm/06, 7mm Express), 22-1/2'' Apex Imperial barrel with recessed target crown, blue finish, polished bolt, Parker-Hale adjustable trigger, Leupold scope mount and rings, with Bushnell Sportview 3x9 Wide-Angle scope. Custom walnut stock with rosewood forend and pistol-grip cap, as well as rosewood filler plugs for dual crossbolts. Condition is excellent as modified retaining approx. 98% blue. Stock with light scuffs and dings. Smooth polished action, with excellent bore and crisp trigger. Est.: $600-$800.

CZ Model 550 American Bolt Action Rifle, #F2617, 7x57 cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut stock, adjustable trigger, factory adjustable buttpad. Rifle features integral scope mounts. In original box with paperwork and test target. Condition is excellent. Rifle appears to be new and unfired. Est.: $450-$600.

Sporterized U.S. Model 1903 Springfield Bolt Action Rifle, #1509877, .30-06 cal., 22'' cut barrel originally dated 8/42, parkerized finish, skipline checkered black phenolic Ramline stock, with Weaver scope mounts, B&S bolt clearance cut for scope, and NRA Sporter type striker assembly. Condition is very good as modified retaining approx. 90% phosphate finish. Action functions well, bore is very good. Est.: $350-$450.

Winchester Pre-64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #171480, .270 Win. cal., 24'' blue barrel, matte receiver, factory checkered walnut stock with steel buttplate and sling swivels. Mfg'd in 1950. Condition is fine to excellent retaining approx. 97% original factory blue with minor thinning and very light pitting to receiver ring. Bolt shows light wear from normal actioning. Stock with minor scuffs and scratches from field use and slight flattening to the checks. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #226880, .300 H&H mag. cal., 26'' barrel, blue bolt and barrel, matte finished receiver, checkered walnut stock, sling swivels, and Pachmayr red rubber buttpad with black and white spacers. Rifle is fitted with Balvar 4-power scope and mounts. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 96% original factory blue with light micro-scratching and minor wear at muzzle. Stock shows light field use with minor scuffs and scratches and light flattening to checks. Action is crisp, bore is near fine and should clean to better. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Post-64 Winchester Model 70 Magnum Bolt Action Rifle, #G1896511, .375 H&H mag. cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock, with factory red rubber buttpad and magnum sling swivel eyes. Magazine floorplate is marked ''Super Express'' in gold, with machine-turned bolt. Condition is near excellent retaining almost all of its beautiful factory finish. Top of receiver shows slight evidence of prior scope mounts. Stock shows only minor dings from handling. Rifle appears to have no real field use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Custom Pre-64 Winchester Bolt Action Rifle, #285002, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel with early style compensator, blue finish, fancy carved cheekpiece birdseye maple stock. Originally mfg'd in 1954. Complete with Bohlin style engraved sterling silver triggerguard and magazine floorplate, with gold applied elk's head showing the initials ''RF'' on triggerguard. Topped with German claw scope mounts and Kahles 3x9-45mm scope. Condition is fine as modified in the 1970s by Lee LeBas, Reno, NV, now General Manager for Colt Sauer. Barrel and receiver retain approx. 96% of a finish that was later added when the scope mounts were braised to the rifle. Stock shows light soiling from field use. Triggerguard screws are somewhat burred. Standard crosshair optics remain clear. Jeweled bolt is silky smooth on similarly treated magazine follower. Bore is at least fine. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #123373, .257 Robts. cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock, red rubber buttpad, commercial leather sling, and Unertl 4-power scope on Stith mounts. Mfg'd 1949. Condition is fine to near excellent with slight wear at muzzle. Rear sight has been filled with a Williams marked blank. Stock shows minor dings from field use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Scope optics are crystal clear. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #533882, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, matte blue receiver, factory checkered walnut stock. Mfg'd in 1961. Non-factory front sight is present; rear sight has been removed and filled with blank; stock has been clearance cut for Williams type peep sight which is not present. Condition is fine with approx. 92% original very lightly thinning blue. Stock with scuffs and scratches, small clearance cut, but with crisp action and bright bore. Est.: $500-$650.

Post-1964 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #868556, .300 Win. mag. cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, machine-turned bolt, pressed checkered walnut stock with cheekpiece, and red rubber Winchester buttplate. Original Williams type rear sight and factory ramp sight are in place. Condition is excellent showing only light handling marks. Stock with small scuffs. Action is crisp, bore shows little wear. Est.: $400-$600.

Winchester Model 52B Bolt Action Rifle, #49241B, .22 LR cal., 28'' barrel, blue finish, bright bolt, Redfield receiver sight, globe front, with dovetailed scope blocks, pre-war factory blue finish, pistol-grip walnut stock with coarsely checkered steel buttplate, and one magazine. Rifle also features six-position receptacle for palmrest to bottom of forend. Mfg'd 1941. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97%+ original factory blue. Stock with light scuffs and dings from range use, with crisp action and bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

Winchester Model 63 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #79248, .22 LR cal., 23'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, Redfield mounts, with Norman-Ford ''The Texan'' 2.5-power scope. Mfg'd 1948. Condition is very good to fine retaining approx. 85%-90% original factory blue. Walnut stock with light scuffs, scratches, and some oil darkening. Clear scope optics with dot reticle. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $400-$600.

Winchester Model 1907 SL Semi-Automatic Rifle, #14925, .351 SL cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock, with Winchester hard rubber buttplate, and Marbles tang sight, standard rear sight, and ghost-ring front sight. Mfg'd 1908. Preferred by law enforcement during the 1920s to 1930s, at the same time as Winchester Riot Shotguns and Thompson Submachine Guns. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue. Stocks with minor scuffs, dings, and two small losses. Action remains crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Winchester Pre-64 Model 94 Lever Action Carbine, #1658977, .30-30 cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, with nickel barrel bands and rubber buttpad. Condition is fine to near excellent showing just light field use, with minor scuffs and dings to stock. Rubber buttpad with minor distortion but fits well. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $400-$600.

Winchester Model 94 Lever Action Carbine, #440671, .30-30 cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, non-factory sling swivels with post-war leather commercial sling, and checkered steel buttplate. Topped with Weaver-K 2.5-power scope on M.L. Stith scope mounts. Mfg'd 1908. Condition is excellent as partially modified. Rifle has had saddlering plugged with large factory-like screw. Rifle appears to be refinished and re-barreled but was done with a high degree of skill and possibly at the factory. Stock shows light scuffs and minor scratches. Action remains crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $500-$750.

Winchester Model 1906 Pump Action Rifle, #593986, .22 cal., 20'' barrel, King's reflector front sight, Lyman tang rear, blue finish, gumwood stock. Mfg'd in 1920. Condition is fair retaining approx. 10%-20% original blue. Stock shows light wear and darkening with scuffs and scratches. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $300-$500.

Winchester 9422 Lever Action Rifle, #F4962, .22 cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Condition is near excellent with light micro-scratching and small scuffs to stock. Action is crisp, bore is minty. Est.: $300-$500.

Colt Double Barrel Shotgun, #469077, 12 ga., 30'' barrels, blue and case hardened finish, checkered pistol-grip walnut stock. Left barrel chamber area marked ''Colt's Pt. FA. Mfg Co/Hartford CT USA''. Pistol-grip cap adorned with gold-colored Rampant Colt logo. Approx. 50 double shotguns were mfg'd for Colt from 1961-1962 to test the market response to their possible introduction. They were all mfg'd by Fabrication Mechanique, Carron Frette, France. This is the actual firearm pictured on page 193 of the book ''Colt and Its Collectors'', by the Colt Collectors Assn. Condition is excellent showing just the slightest marks from handling and display. Action is tight, bore is excellent. Appears unfired. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Colt Slide-Action Repeating Shotgun, #62550, 20 ga., 28'' plain barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock, with gold-colored Rampant Colt logo on pistol-grip cap. This model was mfg'd by Jefferson (later Kodiak) Mfg. Co., North Haven, CT, using French-made actions. Production lasted from 1961 thru 1965. Approx. 2000 were mfg'd in 12, 16 and 20 ga., few with 28'' barrels. Condition is excellent showing only light wear in actioning areas, with minor scuffs to stock. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. A remarkably light and well-pointing shotgun. Est.: $300-$500.

Colt Stagecoach Model Semi-Automatic Rifle, #SC24776, .22 LR cal., 16-1/8'' barrel, blue finish, roll-engraved receiver with scroll pattern to righthand side; left panel with stagecoach reminiscent of 1849 Pocket Model; smooth straight walnut stock with saddlering and original leather thong. Rifle features factory sling swivels as well. In original stagecoach picture box. The Stagecoach Model was mfg'd from 1964 thru 1976. Condition is excellent showing just light marks from handling. Box shows light tattering and discoloration, and some ballpoint pen writing on top of box which detracts little. Original factory warranty card is included. Est.: $400-$600.

Colt Courier Semi-Automatic Rifle, #SC27187, .22 LR cal., 19-1/2'' blue steel barrel, blue steel mag tube, anodized aluminum frame, pistol-grip walnut stock and forend, Colt marked black plastic buttplate, with Williams peep sight and original factory brown leather commercial sling. In original factory box containing original clear plastic sleeve, factory brochure, and Colt Factory purple end label. This semi-automatic rifle was introduced into Colt's product line in 1970 and remained in production until 1976. This model differs from the Colteer solely because of the pistol-grip feature. Condition is excellent showing just light marks from handling. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Colteer Model 4-22 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #SC03529, .22 LR cal., 19-1/2'' barrel, blue steel barrel and mag tube, anodized aluminum frame, walnut stock and forend, Colt marked black plastic buttplate, with Colt Master Jr. 4X scope. This semi-automatic rifle was introduced into Colt's product line in 1964 and remained in production until 1976. Condition is excellent showing just light marks from handling. Receiver retains 97% blackened finish with light scuffs and scratches. Barrel and mag tube retain 99% finish. Stock with light scuffs from handling. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Scope optics are clear. Est.: $500-$750.

Colt Colteer Model 1-22 Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle, NSNV, .22 LR cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, pistol-grip smooth walnut high cheekpiece stock, Colt marked black plastic buttplate, with sling swivels. Scarce and seldom seen by collectors. The 1-22 was mfg'd for Colt by the Jefferson Mfg. Co. and later by Colt. Built from 1957-1966. Sometime after the beginning of the 1960s, the Colteer's barrel length was reduced from 24'' to 22''. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ lightly toning blue. Stock shows just light scuffs from handling and mellow toning to bright partially nickel-plated bolt. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $350-$500.

Colt Colteer Model 1-22 Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle, NSNV, .22 mag. cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, pistol-grip smooth walnut stock, Colt marked black plastic buttplate, with Colt Master Jr. 4X scope. Scarce and seldom seen by collectors. The 1-22 was mfg'd for Colt by the Jefferson Mfg. Co. and later by Colt. Built from 1957-1966. Sometime after the beginning of the 1960s, the Colteer's barrel length was reduced from 24'' to 22''. This variation, with a high comb cheekpiece and in .22 RF mag., is considered quite scarce. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96%+ lightly toning blue. Rifle shows no evidence of having a front sight. Stock with just light scuffs from handling. Action is crisp, bore is bright, with blackened brass-bodied scope showing light thinning at edges. Scope adjustment cap is missing. Est.: $400-$600.

Ruger 10-22 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #117-58123, .22 LR cal., 18'' barrel, blue finish, walnut pistol-grip stock, in original box with instructions. Condition is excellent, as new, showing all desirable standard features, from early walnut stock. Est.: $300-$500.

Ruger M-77 Bolt Action Rifle, #786-07842, .260 Rem. cal., 22'' barrel, bright blue finish, factory checkered walnut stock with rubber butt pad, topped with 2X-7X Redfield scope on Ruger factory rings. Condition is fine to near excellent showing little use, with light minor scuffs to stock, and some scratches to magazine floorplate. Action is crisp, bore is bright, scope optics are clear. Est.: $300-$450.

Stevens Model 200 Bolt Action Rifle, #G525630, .223 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, Stevens/Savage gray phenolic checkered stock, topped with a bright finish Simmons 3-9X40WA Pro-Hunter scope on Weaver mounts and rings. Rifle appears near new showing only light discoloration to outside surface of scope from storage (optics are clear). Est.: $300-$450.

Savage Model 14 Bolt Action Rifle, #G729043, 7mm-08 Rem. cal. 22'' barrel, bright blue finish, factory checkered walnut stock with rubber butt pad and sling swivel eyelets. Machined-turned bolt, removable box magazine, featuring the Savage AccuTrigger. Condition is excellent showing little use. Est.: $300-$450.

Savage Model 11 Bolt Action Rifle, #G034022, 7mm-08 Rem. cal., 22'' barrel, with rings and mounts and Savage black phenolic checkered stock. Rifle is also fitted with its original iron sights, with detachable box magazine. Condition is near new showing little use. Est.: $300-$450.

Smith & Wesson Model 1500 Deluxe Bolt Action Rifle, by Howa, #PN12710, .30-06 cal., 22'' barrel, royal blue finish, jeweled bolt and polished follower, skipline checkered Monte Carlo stock, Weaver scope mount and rings, with Weaver 6-power fixed scope. Condition is near fine. Barrelled action shows little use. Floorplate retains approx. 98% later blue. Triggerguard remains in the white. Cheekpiece stock shows a few mars and dings, with unfinished skipline checkering. Action is crisp, bore is bright, optics are clear. Est.: $350-$450.

Savage Model 111 Bolt Action Rifle, #G020163, .30-06 cal., 22'' barrel with Simmons 3.5-10X40 Whitetail Classic scope on Leupold mounts, blue finish, Savage phenolic checkered stock, polished bolt, detachable box magazine, with sling swivels. Condition is excellent showing only light storage marks. Est.: $350-$500.

Mossberg Model 142-A Bolt Action Rifle, NSNV, .22 cal., 18-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, Mossberg Target adjustable rear sight, fold-down black plastic forend, 5-round detachable magazine, with nice 1950s era commercial leather sling. Condition is fine with 95%+ blue. Stock shows light scuffs and minor pressure dings. Crisp action, bore is at least fine. Est.: $150-$300.

WWI Era German Gewehr 98 Bolt Action Rifle, #1001y, 8mm, 29-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, by Mauser/Oberndorf, dated 1916. Condition is very good as imported retaining approx. 85% arsenal blue to finished parts. Stock shows light scuffs from use and some oil staining. Parts are mixed. Action is crisp, bore is fair. Est.: $250-$400.

Swedish Mauser Model 1896 Bolt Action Rifle, #184331, 6.5x55mm, 29'' barrel, blue finish, full-length European walnut stock, with half-length upper handguard. Sights calibrated from 3-600 meters. Receiver ring marked ''Carl Gustafs Stads 1906''. Condition is fine to near excellent with all visible matching parts. Stock with minor scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $350-$500.

Finnish Model 1939 Mosin-Nagant Short Rifle, by VKT, #69941, 7.62x54R cal., 27-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, birchwood stock. Dated 1944. Condition is fine as imported, retaining approx. 90% thinning blue. Stock shows light scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is fine, with some mixed parts. Est.: $300-$400.

Swedish Mauser Model 96-38 Bolt Action Short Rifle, by Oberndorf, #461, 6.5x55mm, 24'' barrel, blue finish, full-length European walnut stock and upper handguard. Sights calibrated from 3-600 meters. Receiver ring marked ''Waffensavrik/Mauser/Oberndorf/1900''. Condition is fine to near excellent with all visible matching parts. Stock with minor scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is bright. This rifle was later rebuilt from a standard length Mauser. Finish appears to be Swiss Arsenal matte blue after conversion to short rifle. Est.: $350-$500.

Finnish Mosin-Nagant Model 1939 Bolt Action Rifle, #27630, 7.62x54R cal., 27'' barrel, blue finish, birch stock, with crown ''Sako'' cartouche, and 1941 barrel date. With sling. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 75% lightly thinning blue. Stock shows only light dings. Action is crisp, bore is bright, with some mismatched parts. Est.: $300-$500.

Swedish Mauser Model 1894 Bolt Action Carbine, #104370, 6.5x55 cal., 17-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, fullstocked European walnut. Receiver ring marked ''Carl Gustaff Stabs/Gevarsfaktori/1918''. Condition is fine to excellent as imported, retaining approx. 90% lightly thinning blue with most of the losses to muzzle area of barrel. Stock shows very minor scuffs and some darkening at metal contact points. Action is crisp, bore is excellent, with some mixed number parts. Est.: $450-$650.

Swedish Ljungman AG-42B Semi-Automatic Rifle, #22416, 6.5x55 cal., 24-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, European walnut stock, dated 1943. Condition is fine to near excellent showing little use, light scuffs and high edgewear to blue/black finish. Bolt has been electric penciled to match receiver. Stock shows light scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $400-$600.

Sporterized Krag Model 1898 Carbine, #225002, .30-40 Krag cal., 22'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, walnut stock, with Redfield peep sight added and Carbine sight removed. Condition is very good as modified retaining 95%+ blue to barrel. Case hardened receiver and associated parts have toned to a silvery gray. Stock has been re-stained a slightly more red color. Action remains crisp, bore is at least fine. A great shooter/project gun. Est.: $300-$500.

Krag Model 1899 Bolt Action Carbine, #282239, .30-40 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, fingergroove walnut stock with crisp 1900 cartouche. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% original finish with thinning and toning to barrel, magazine box and triggerguard. Slotchy silvery gray to left side of frame. Stock with light scuffs from handling; upper handguard with small fracture eminating from receiver ring area. Buttplate shows general thinning and finish in protected areas. Action is tight, bore is good with some frosting in the grooves. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Scarce 1894 Dated Krag Bayonet, with full blue blade, guard and pommel; smooth walnut panels held in place by two steel rivets, with a blade length of 11-5/8'' and an overall length of 16-3/16''. Blue scabbard and hanger measure 17-1/8'' overall. Considered quite scarce in unmodified and unsharpened condition, collector's have often pondered the existence of the all-blue Krag bayonet -- here's one. Scabbard with early sharp non-radiused hanger, which caused quick wear to Mills belts and were recalled and modified. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 90%+ original arsenal blue to blade. Guard and pommel show blue in protected areas with thinning and toning to high edges. Grips with minor scuffs. Scabbard with straight clean dentless body, with minor patination and light toning. Est.: $400-$600.

Krag Model 1894 Bolt Action Rifle, #2426, .30-40 cal., 30'' barrel, blue finish, fingergroove walnut stock with light cartouche, early rear sight, early cleaning rod, and original sling. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80%-85% thinning and toning blue. Stock with light scuffs from handling and field use. Early flat buttplate with dark splotchy blue and no trap. Sling shows minor oil darkening and wear from storage, but remains supple and shows only light crazing. Action is tight, bore is good. A nice example of a very early Krag rifle. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Krag Model 1898 Bolt Action Rifle, with Bayonet, #261686, .30-40 cal., 30'' barrel, blue finish, fingergroove walnut stock with crisp 1900 cartouche, and original sling. Bayonet is bright finished with 11-1/2'' blade and 16-1/4'' overall, with steel scabbard and hanger. Condition is excellent showing very little use and was obtained from an old VFW Hall in the 1960s were it was used in parades. Metal surfaces show virtually 98% original finish with just light edgewear and micro-scratching. Stock with light scuffs from handling and parade use. Buttstock retains approx. 94% original blue with beautiful case-hardened trap. Sling shows minor oil darkening and wear from storage, but remains supple and shows only light crazing. Bore and bolt face with no evidence of use, and only the slightest marks on bottom of buttplate. Action is tight, bore is excellent. Bayonet is in excellent condition having only light wear and scuffing from scabbard insertion, dated 1898 and m! arked ''US''; grips are lightly stippled walnut. Scabbard retains almost all of its original blue with light toning and minor scuffing. A near perfect example of the standard Krag rifle which would be nearly impossible to improve upon. Est.: $2,000-$4,000.

Springfield/Bannerman Bolt Action Rifle, #672842, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel dated 12-18, blue finish, dual crossbolt, fingergroove walnut M.1903 stock, with 1918 dated M.1907 sling. This hybrid rifle made from 1903 bolt and barreled action uses M.1917 triggerguard, forward barrel band, and Krag rear sight. Bannerman purchased many Krag, Springfield, and P17 parts during the inter-war period. Advertised in early 1930s American rifle magazines, these rifles offered the sportsman a low-cost military rifle alternative. It has now become a unique collector's variation. This rifle was retained by Warner Bros. right after the Pearl Harbor attack in case of an invasion. Our consignor purchased it directly from a retired Warner Bros. employee. Condition is fine with approx. 85%-90% blue. Stock shows light dings with minor oil darkening near metal surfaces. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Sling is in very good condition but shows some fatigue near the frogs. Est.: $50! 0-$750.

U.S. Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle, by Springfield Armory, #696408, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel dated 11-10, blue finish, 1912 cartouched fingergroove single crossbolt stock. Condition is excellent as partially refinished, light thinning at serial number, but blue appears to be arsenal correct. Stock shows minor sanding, with good overall lines and well-defined cartouche. Considerable thinning to triggerguard and magazine floorplate. Bolt face shows no evidence of use. Action is crisp, bore is very bright. Est.: $500-$750.

U.S. Model 1917 Bolt Action Rifle, by Eddystone, #510400, .30-06 cal., 26'' WWII replacement barrel by Johnson Arms, arsenal blue finish, fingergroove walnut stock and upper handguard. Condition is near excellent as imported, retaining approx. 95%+ finish to metal surfaces. Stock appears near new showing only light use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$500.

U.S. Model 1903 Springfield Bolt Action Rifle, by Rock Island Arsenal, #98869, .30-06 cal., originally with blue finish, fingergroove walnut stock with two crossbolts, and a 24'' Springfield Armory barrel dated 1-38. Condition is very good with moderate overall thinning to receiver, bolt, and rear sight sleeve. Triggerguard and follower are from an 03-A3. Stock shows moderate sanding. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650.

Winchester Model 1897 Solid Frame U.S. Marked Trench Gun, #675447, 12 ga., 20'' cylinder bore, blue finish, walnut stock, checkered steel buttplate. Mfg'd 1919, with U.S. and flaming bom just forward the ejection port. This particular shotgun fills a very important niche in both WWI and WWII collections. Condition is very good to fine as inter-war arsenal overhauled, with approx. 85%-90% toning and thinning blue with most of the losses in the actioning areas. Three-screw ventilated handguard appears to be a somewhat later replacement as many of these were removed in the 1920s. Buttstock shows darkening near metal surfaces, light dings and scratches, with very crisp action and bright bore. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

U.S. P17 Bolt Action Rifle, by Winchester, #164033, .30-06 cal., 26-1/2'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, with 2-18 dated barrel. Condition is very good as imported, retaining approx. 92% thinning and toning parkerized finish. Stock with scuffs and oil darkening. Action is crisp, bore is good. With some mixed parts. Est.: $300-$500.

Springfield Model 1922 M1 Bolt Action Rifle, #17496, .22 LR cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, Lyman globe front sight and Lyman 48 rear sight, walnut pistol-grip stock, with originally coarsely checkered trapless buttplate, and post-WWII canvas sling. Barrel is marked ''SA/11-29''; polished bolt with matching electro-penciled serial number which is correct for this model. Condition is excellent showing very light wear to parkerized finish. Small repair to upper left side of stock near barrel band. Stock shows light scuffs. Action is crisp with smooth two-stage trigger pull; bore is excellent. Est.: $1,500-$2,500.

Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle, #1444567, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, checkered walnut pistol-grip stock with Schnauble type front end. Condition is fine to excellent as sporterized, utilizing original straight-grip stock with professionally added pistol-grip extension which has then been professionally checkered. Rifle retains approx. 98% parkerization to receiver and barrel. Bolt shows 60% blue with wear in actioning areas. Stock with just light knackering, just needing sling swivels. Action is crisp, bore is very good and should clean to excellent. Springfield barrel dated 11-28. Est.: $500-$700.

Lee-Enfield .410 Musket, #Z6212, .410 ga., 25'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Converted from 1915 dated BSA mfg'd rifle. Condition is very good to fine retaining approx. 85% lightly toning arsenal blue. Stocks with oil darkening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$400.

WWII Era French MAS M-1936 Bolt Action Rifle, #66403, 7.5x54 cal., 22-1/2'' barrel, black lacquer finish, European walnut stock. Early rifles mfg'd 1936-1939 have this black lacquer finish and are not to be confused with the post-war issue rifles. This is the exact type rifle carried by French forces upon their defeat by the Germans in 1940. Condition is about fine with light scratches and high edgewear to the black painted finish. Stock shows light scuffs and dings and some very minor oil darkening that should clean. Action is crisp, bore is near excellent. Barrel with lightly stamped importer marks near muzzle (very seldom seen). Est.: $350-$500

Enfield Model 47C Bolt Action Sniper Rifle, without scope or cheek rest, #M31380, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, blue finish, birch stock. Condition is very good as arsenal reworked, retaining approx. 75% arsenal blue. Stock with moderate scuffs and dings and darkening from oil. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $600-$800.

Enfield No. 4 MK I* Bolt Action Rifle, #A216637, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, black apoxy finish, birch stock. Condition is about fine as arsenal reworked, retaining approx. 98% black apoxy type post-war paint to metal parts. Stock with light toning from oil. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $200-$400.

Enfield No. 1 MK III* Bolt Action Rifle, with grenade launching reinforcement, #37820K, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Condition is very good retaining 75% toning dark blue finish. Moderate oil darkening to stock. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$400.

Enfield No. 4 MK I* Bolt Action Rifle, #PC19678, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, blue finish, birch stock. Condition is excellent as arsenal reworked, retaining approx. 98% arsenal blue. Stock with light toning from oil. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$400.

Enfield No. 5 MK I Jungle Carbine, NVSN, .303 cal., 19'' barrel, epoxy black finish, walnut stock. Condition is fine as arsenal refinished, retaining 97% black to metal parts. Walnut stock shows light sanding very minor oil staining at metal contact parts. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$500.

Enfield No. 4 MK I* Bolt Action Rifle, #S8091, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, blue finish, birch stock. Condition is excellent as arsenal reworked, retaining approx. 98% arsenal blue. Stock with light toning from oil. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$400.

British Model 2A Bolt Action Rifle, by Ishapore, #AB4258, .308 cal., 25'' barrel dated 1968, as converted from a WWI era rifle; black enamel over blue, walnut furniture, with yellow stripes across magazine and action. Condition is very good retaining approx. 75% finish. Stock with considerable oil darkening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$400.

Savage No. 4 MK I* Enfield Bolt Action Rifle, #81C5829, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, post-war black paint finish, walnut stock and handguard. Marked ''U.S. Property'', as exported for Lend Lease. Condition is very good as post-war reworked, retaining approx. 90% paint. Walnut stock with dings, scuffs, and three Chinese characters to right cheekpiece area. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$450.

Enfield No. 4 MK I* Bolt Action Rifle, by Long Branch (1943), #46L0097, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, blue finish, birch stock. Condition is excellent as arsenal reworked, retaining approx. 98% arsenal blue. Stock with light toning from oil. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$400.

British L39A1 Bolt Action Rifle, #UE.70.A762, .308 cal., 27-1/2'' medium-weight barrel, without sights, black apoxy finish, light birch stock, brass buttplate. Top area of stock at wrist marked ''762''. Dating from the early 1970s. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% original black apoxy finish. Stock shows factory cutouts for forward sling swivel slide and remains in excellent condition. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Very similar to the L42A1 Sniper rifle without the scope. Complete with original 7.62 Nato magazine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Enfield No. 4 MK I Bolt Action Rifle, #11607, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, matte blue finish, late birch stock. Condition is excellent as overhauled, retaining 95% finish to metal surfaces. Wood is near excellent with only a few pressure dings. Action is good, bore is bright. Est.: $250-$450.

No. 1 SMLE MK III* Bolt Action Rifle, by Lithgow, #15358, .303 cal., 25'' barrel, parkerized finish, yellow striped walnut stock marked ''DP''. Condition is very good retaining approx. 92%+ original gray/green Australian parkerization. Stock shows light to moderate scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$450.

U.S. Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle, by Springfield, #977983, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel dated 11-42, parkerized finish, fingergroove walnut stock, Brown & Sharpe bolt, stamped floorplate but all other small parts milled. The classic WWII rebuild configuration. Condition is fine to excellent as rebuilt retaining 95% parkerized finish with some wear at muzzle. WWI era fingergroove double crossbolt stock shows light to moderate sanding. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750.

Japanese Arisaka Type 99 Bolt Action Rifle, #36501, 7.7mm, 26'' barrel, blue finish, standard Asian mahogany stock. Rifle features AA sights, folding monopod, dustcover, and unground mum. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning and lightly toning finish. Stock with typical bruises found on this type of wood. Action is crisp, bore is good with frosting in the grooves. A far better-than-average example of a WWII rifle. Est.: $250-$400.

Steyr Model 1895 Bolt Action Cavalry Carbine, #1387K, 8x50R cal., 19-1/2'' barrel, arsenal blue finish, European walnut stock, with matching stock and mismatched bolt. Condition is very good to near fine as arsenal reworked and imported, showing approx. 97% matte blue finish to metal surfaces. Stock shows sanding and refinishing. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $250-$400.

Unique German Gewehr 88 Bolt Action Rifle, converted to 4mm, #5977F, originally with 30'' barrel but now converted to .22 cal. with only the last 7' being rifled, with small open chamber area; original bolt has extended firing pin, firing 4mm type Flobert acorn caps. Original rifle with regimental markings to forward sling band; original sights are retained. Condition is very good as converted, with mismatched bolt, carbon spotting to white frame, and blue barrel toned to brown. Stock with dings and scuffs but clear cartouches, with some darkening near metal surfaces. Est.: $300-$500.

Steyr Model 1895 Straight-Pull Rifle, #8299E, 8x56R cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, European walnut stock. Receiver marked ''Budapest.M/95''. Condition is excellent as arsenal refinished. Bore is good with frosting in the grooves. Est.: $150-$250.

Spanish Destroyer Bolt Action Carbine, #45892, 9mm Bergman cal., 21'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, with leather sling. Condition is about fine as imported, retaining approx. 90% thinning and lightly toning blue. Stock with minor scuffs. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$450.

Walther Sportmodel Single Shot Rifle, #23070, .22 cal., 25-1/2'' barrel, beautiful pre-war blue finish, European walnut stock. Sportmodel and Walther address marked in early Gothic type style, ''B'', ''U'', ''G'', ''N'' proofmarks. Condition is fine to near excellent as modified. Sling hole to buttstock neatly filled. Forend cut down from original length. Action is crisp, bore is bright. a beautiful pre-war single shot target or sporting rifle. Est.: $400-$600.

Anschutz JGA Buscher-Sportmodell Single Shot Bolt Action German Training/Pre-War Club Rifle, #6419, 4mm, 26'' barrel, beautiful commercial blue finish, European stock and upper handguard, with many 98K features, such as sling attaching points, and similar safety bolt release. Front and rear sights mimic the 98K as well. Used by Hitler Youth organizations and sports clubs in the pre- and early war period. Condition is excellent showing very slight thinning to finish beneath address on breech end of barrel. Minor marks in actioning area of bolt. Stock shows only very light use, mostly from handling, with minor fissures eminating from rear triggerguard screw. Action is crisp, trigger pull is precise, rifled portion of barrel is fine and should clean. Missing cleaning rod. Est.: $600-$800.

Anschutz JGA Buscher-Sportmodell Single Shot Bolt Action German Training or Pre-War Club Rifle, marked ''Germania Waffenwerk'' with Zella-Mehlis address, #5693, 4mm, 26'' barrel, beautiful commercial blue finish, European stock and upper handguard, with many 98K features, such as similar sling attaching points, and similar safety bolt release. Front and rear sights mimic the 98K as well. Used by Hitler Youth organizations and sports club in the pre- and early war period. Condition is excellent showing very slight thinning to finish beneath address on breech end of barrel. Minor marks in actioning area of bolt. Stock shows light use with minor scuffs, scratches and dings. Action is crisp, trigger pull is precise, rifled portion of barrel is fine and should clean. Missing rear triggerguard screw. Est.: $600-$800.

Anschutz JGA Wehrsportkarabaner Single Shot Bolt Action German Training/Pre-War Club Rifle, #9110, 4mm, 26'' barrel, beautiful commercial blue finish, European stock and upper handguard, with many 98K features, such as front band with bayonet lug, similar sling attaching points, and similar safety bolt release. Front and rear sights mimic the 98K as well. Used by Hitler Youth organizations and sports clubs in the pre- and early war period. Condition is excellent showing very slight thinning to finish beneath address on breech end of barrel; minor marks in actioning area of bolt. Stock shows only very light use mostly from handling. Action is crisp, trigger pull is precise, rifled portion of barrel is fine and should clean. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Swedish Ljungman AG-42B Semi-Automatic Rifle, #15061B, 6.5x55 cal., 24-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, European walnut stock, dated 1943. Condition is fine to near excellent showing little use, light scuffs and high edgewear to blue/black finish. Bolt has been electric penciled to match receiver. Stock shows light scuffs and dings. Action is crisp, bore is very good. Est.: $400-$600.

Pre-War Sauer Mfg'd 98K Bolt Action Rifle, #2857f, 8mm, 24'' barrel, blue finish, early walnut stock, chamber area coded ''S/147'' over 1937 date, indicating mfg'd by J.P. Sauer & Sohn. Proofmarks are a mix of pre-Waffenampt and Ampt markings. Stock with Weimar eagle over ''H'', bottom of matching numbered rear sight shows Ampt ''359'' marking. Missing cleaning rod. Condition is very good to fine. Mostly matching numbers, except bolt and some magazine components, with very light importation marks on forward area of triggerguard. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $450-$600.

Mosin-Nagant Model 1891/30 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle, with 3.5-Power PU Scope, #N1123, 7.62x54Rmm, 29'' barrel, blue finish, Russian hardwood stock, correct post-WWII sling, with turndown bolt handle and iron sights; chamber area is dated 1942, with Russian scope and cover. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% Russian blue. Stocks show light scuffs from storage. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Scope optics are crystal clear. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Russian Model SVT 1940 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #DA5335, 7.62x54R cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, Russian birch stock, with leather sling. Dated 1941. Condition is excellent as post-war reworked, with some small parts marked in electro-pencil. Blue parts retain 98% arsenal finish. Stock shows light scuffs. Action is crisp, bore is fair. Est.: $300-$500.

WWII Mauser K98k Sharpshooter's Rifle, with VS-41 Scope, by Mauser/Borsigwalde, ''ar'' coded and 1942 dated, 384A, 8mm, 24'' barrel, blue finish, laminated beech stock, flat non-cup buttplate, with correct period leather sling. Scope is coded ''CXN'' (Busch A-G, Emil.), mount is coded ''duv'', complete with sunshades. Condition is very good as possibly arsenal refinished. Visible parts are all matching, although some parts may have been force matched at time of rebuild. Metal parts retain approx. 75%-85% arsenal blue. Stock with dings and scuffs. Action is crisp, bore is very good to fine, optics are clear. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

WWII German K98k Bolt Action Rifle, #50317a, 8mm, 24'' barrel, blue finish, laminated beech stock. Receiver is marked ''dot/1944''. Condition is very good, probably a Russian battlefield capture, with mismatched numbers. Extra lacquer on stock. Action is crisp, bore is very bright. Est.: $300-$500.

Yugoslavian Model 1948/98k Short Bolt Action Rifle, #E1614, 8mm, 24'' barrel, blue finish, laminated beechwood stock. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 90% thinning original finish. Stock with light scuffs and scratches. Action is crisp, bore is fine, with faint importer marks. Est.: $250-$400.

U.S. Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle, by Remington, #3231399, .30-06 cal., 24'' Remington barrel dated 9-42, parkerized finish, WWI era fingergroove Springfield stock, with all milled components except center barrel band and forward sling swivel. Condition is fine to near excellent. Metal surfaces retain approx. 96% original phosphate finish. Stock with scuffs, scratches, some oil darkening, and a clear boxed ''SA/SPG'' cartouche. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$700.

U.S. M-1 Carbine, by Winchester, #1150315, .30 M-1 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Rifle shows later brazed triggerguard assembly, Type 2 adjustable sights, switch safety, flat bolt, with stock marked in channel ''Trimble'' with NPM/FJA cartouches and small Ordnance wheel and boxed ''C-SAA'' cartouches to right side; ''W'' marked to barrel, with later bayonet lug and sling. Condition is very good as later refinished. Stock shows nicks, scuffs and dings but with fairly clear cartouches. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $300-$500.

Universal M1 Carbine, #442903, .30 Carb. cal., 18'' barrel, blue finish, dark stained birch stock, ventilated steel handguard, in original box with instructions. From the 1970s. Condition is as new and unfired. Est.: $300-$500.

U.S. Model 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle, by Remington, #4178017, .30-06 cal., 24'' two-groove barrel marked ''RA/(flaming bomb)/12-43'', parkerized finish with blue bolt and small parts, straight walnut stock with ''FJA'' and Ordnance wheel cartouches, circle-''P'' proof behind triggerguard, with four small Remington sub-inspector marks just forward of magazine floorplate. Rifle was additionally re-inspected at Ogden, UT, and is marked ''OG''. With M.1907 leather sling. Condition is excellent. Rifle appears new and unfired, with just light wear at actioning areas of bolt and magazine cut-off switch. Buttplate shows only minor wear at high edges of heel. Action is crisp, bore is minty. An excellent example of a U.S. secondary small arm. Est.: $500-$750.

Springfield Armory M-1A Semi-Automatic Rifle, #062128, 7.62 Nato cal. (.308), 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, and brown fiberglass handguard. Condition is fine to near excellent with mild corrosion at rear sight and forward part of receiver from storage. Stock shows only light marks from handling. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. No magazine. Est.: $800-$1,200.

SKS Semi-Automatic Rifle, by Norinco, #L0100, 7.62x39mm, 20-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, with fingergroove Asian mahogany stock, and original sling. Topped with 5-power Chinese scope. Condition is excellent showing little use. Optics are clear. Stock has two previously serial numbers which are X-ed out. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $250-$400.

Early Siska Stainless Steel Fighter, 8-1/2'' ATS 34 blade, 13-1/4'' overall, stag handle, German silver guard and pommel cap, in handmade open-top brown leather scabbard with ball-type belt attachment. Knife is extremely well made, with both pommel cap and guard bolster expertly fitted and carved to match the natural grooves in stag handle. Condition is excellent showing only light marks to the German silver from handling, but no real field use. Est.: $400-$600.

Early Marbles Ideal Hunting Knife, 9'' overall with 4-5/8'' blade marked ''Marble's Gladstone/Mich. U.S.A.'', brass guard, red/black/brass spacers, stag grip, and German silver pommel cap. Introduced in 1899 with its first major production in 1901. One was in the cockpit of the first Trans-Atlantic flight and later carried to every corner of the world. By the 1930s, it was the benchmark of all other hunting knives. In brown leather scabbard with white cotton stitching and single brass rivets. Condition is excellent showing some field use, with nice mellowing tone to stag grip. Est.: $300-$500.

Custom Mastadon Handled Folder, by G.A. Walker, 3-3/4'' damascus blade, 8-1/8'' overall, brass liners, double brass rivets, damascus two-groove bolster, and serpentine back edge extending thru the tang. In handmade chamois type leather cover. Condition is excellent with mastadon ivory scales showing nice even patina. Knife blade shows light wear in action areas. Blade is very sharp. Est.: $500-$750.

Roberson Custom Hunter Pattern Fixed Blade Knife, 4-1/8'' stainless steel blade, 8-3/4'' overall, sheep horn grip scales with red micarta liners; handle is affixed with six German silver pins. In black leather handmade sheath with belt loop. Condition is excellent. Ensemble shows only the lightest wear from handling. Est.: $200-$400.

San Francisco Double-Edged Spearpoint Boot Dirk, with silver coffin-shaped handle, inlaid mother of pearl and abalone, in nickel silver unadorned sheath with boot clip. Blade is 3-3/16'' long, 6-1/8'' overall. Top and edges of handle are period engraved in vignette style by Mark Hykes; blade flat marked B.L. Macon. A beautiful early California style knife. Est.: $500-$750.

Vintage Early Randall No. 2 ''Fighting Stiletto'', 6'' blade with early low logo, brass double hilt, 6-thick spacer stack, leather washer handle, aluminum pommel cap, with folded aluminum lanyard loop and brass hex tang nut, leather wrist thong appears original. Scabbard is modern alligator leather replacement. Condition: Blade shows carbon spotting which has been lightly polished. Handle has minor separation in center leather washers and has light scratches on back side. Hilt has light area of discoloration at red spacer contact point. Scabbard is a modern replacement. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Randall No. 3 ''Hunter'' Knife, 7'' blade, with original owner's name on reverse flat, with fish hook style choil. Brass double quillion hilt, stag handle, 7-spacer stack. Owner's name ''Edward W. Royer'' is etched on reverse flat of blade. Rough-back Johnson scabbard has light brown buttons and owner's name ''Ed W. Royer'' in pen on back, with Southeast Asia tour dates 1964 and 1968. Stone pocket contains unused grey stone. This is the exact knife pictured on page 108 of the book ''Randall Military Models'', by R.E. Hunt. Condition: Blade has been cleaned and sharpened but retains strong original lines and surfaces. Scabbard is fine to excellent with a few light scuffs and scratches, but was apparently not carried in the jungle or the rain. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

Early Randall No. 1-8 ''All Purpose'' Fighting Knife, with owner's name ''Francis C. Field'' etched on reverse of 8'' hump-back blade, brass double hilt, leather washer handle with five thick spacers at the hilt and one extra red at the pommel. Aluminum pommel cap with folded aluminum lanyard and brass tang nut places this knife's production in between late 1942 and 1944. Leather wrist thong appears to be original. Scabbard is brass snapped Heiser with white sharpening stone. Condition is very good with carbon spotting and light to just moderate pitting to blade, with longitudinal fine sharpening marks. False edges with some knackering. Leather handle shows wear commensurate with age. Pommel cap with moderate pitting. Scabbard is very good to fine with crazing on keeper strap, belt loop and stone pocket. Sharpening stone shows light use. Leather thong appears original. Est.: $4,000-$6,000.

Randall No. 1 ''All Purpose'' Fighting Knife, 7'' blade, with early '40's style grind. Brass double hilt, flat leather washer handle with five-thick spacer stack and smaller aluminum pommel cap, with folded metal lanyard loop, brass hex nut and original leather wrist thong. Scabbard is unmarked but appears to be Southern Saddlery, with steel rivets at throat, textured brass snaps, and long stone pocket with grey sharpening stone. Condition is fine overall showing blade with light knackering to back edge. Blade shows light wear and discoloration from sharpening and use, with three very minor forging imperfections to right side of blade. Handle is in remarkably good condition with only a few dings and light scratches. Scabbard is fine with strong stitching and healthy leather but has considerable scratches and scuffing to front surface and stone pocket. A very rare early 1940's knife in remarkably good condition. Est.: $4,500-$6,000.

Randall No. 2-7 ''Fighting Stiletto'', 7'' blade with early low logo, brass double quillion hilt, early five-thick spacer stack, stacked leather washer handle, polished aluminum pommel cap with brass hex nut, and very early folded brass lanyard loop, placing this knife's production approx. 1943-1945. Scabbard is early and unmarred from Southern Saddlery, with handle type keeper strap, brass snap, and steel throat rivets. Condition: Blade shows lightly cleaned pitting. Leather handle has one very small compression spot, and upper hilt spacer with small loss. Leather wrist thong appears to be original but may be slightly later. Scabbard is good to very good, although stone pocket has been removed (a common in-theater modification), brass snap appears to be a more modern replacement. Keeper strap and belt loop show considerable crazing with two small tears beginning just above throat rivets. Est.: $2,800-$3,500.

Korean War Era Randall No. 1 ''All Purpose'' Fighter, 8'' blade, offset brass guard with five thick spacers, aluminum pommel with thin red & white and one thick blue spacer, and theater-added (possibly factory) skull crusher tang nut; long deep choil, 3-7/8'' secondary edge, with Randall scimitar logo, personalized on right side to Roy McCarroll. In its correct Heiser corn-row back leather scabbard marked ''1-8'' and factory stamped ''McCarroll'', with brown glove button showing Randall address. Sharpening stone pouch has been purposely removed by veteran at time of use. Condition is fine. Blade shows sharpening and very light polishing. Stacked leather washer grip with minor scuffs; brass guard with nice patina. Scabbard remains in very good to near fine condition with light to moderate wear and thinning of finish at strap; some darkening near throat and nice clear markings on back. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Randall No. 4 ''Big Game'' Skinner, 7'' blade, ivory handle, with brass half guard and 5-spacer stack (red and blue with two thin white). Scabbard is brown button rough-back Johnson, with unmarked grey sharpening stone. Condition: Blade shows darkened age patina on left side; right side has been cleaned, but logo stamping remains strong and deep. Ivory handle has deep crack on left side that has been filled. Hilt has drop damage spot on left side. Scabbard is fine with a few light scratches on face and stone pocket. Stone appears unused but is discolored from leather. Leather is stretched at throat of scabbard from knife hilt. Est.: $1,800-$3,000.

Randall No. 1-8 ''All Purpose'' Fighting Knife, 8'' blade with deep fish hook choil, factory etched ''Lucky Casner'' on reverse. Pinned ivory handle with early 7-spacer stack and single quillion brass hilt. Scabbard is light brown button, corn-row Heiser, with two-piece light/dark grey Norton sharpening stone. Condition: Blade shows longitudinal sharpening marks from use but no abuse. Mellow toned ivory handle is cracked on left side emanating from thru-pin. Scabbard is fine with light to moderate crazing on keeper strap and stone pocket flap. Sharpening stone is new and appears unused. Est.: $1,800-$3,000.

Randall No. 1-6 ''All Purpose'' Fighting Knife, 6'' blade, with single quillion brass hilt. Handle is early pinned fingergroove stag with 7-spacer stack and 1944 dated Mercury dime in butt. Scabbard is light brown button Heiser with pronounced corn-row pattern on reverse. Sharpening stone is grey two-piece composite. Condition: Blade shows light general overall wear from sharpening. Handle with pleasing mellow aged tone. Scabbard is about fine and would be excellent but for some crazing on keeper strap and stone pocket flap. Stone is almost new being somewhat discolored from leather. Est.: $1,800-$2,200.

Randall No. 1 ''All Purpose'' Fighting Knife, 7'' blade with deep fish hook choil, nickel silver double quillion hilt, ivory handle, early 7-spacer stack, aluminum pommel cap, with flat tang nut and steel washer. Scabbard is brown button Heiser. Sharpening stone is a rare red sandstone with fish hook sharpening groove down the center (only used for a very short time in the late 1940s). Condition: Blade shows uniform light pitting, but lines remain straight and surfaces flat. Nicely toned ivory handle has two very light surface cracks. Scabbard is fine to excellent with only very light surface crazing on keeper strap and stone pocket flap. Sharpening stone is new and appears unused. A very early and desirable knife in terrific condition. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

Randall No. 4 ''Big Game'' Skinner, 6'' blade, etched ''Harland F. Simonds'' on reverse, with minimal single quillion brass hilt. Ivory handle has 7-spacer stack and unlined thru-hole, with leather thong. Scabbard is rough-back Johnson with plain nickel silver snaps and grey unmarked two-piece sharpening stone. Condition: Blade shows field use and sharpening. Ivory handle has several cracks at top and bottom but does not show from sides. Scabbard is fine to excellent, with scuffing on stone pocket snap and one shallow blade cut to the belt loop. Grey sharpening stone is nearly new with only a few signs of use on the sides apparently caused by sharpening fish hooks. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Vintage Randall No. 14 ''Attack'' Knife, 7-1/2'' blade, straight brass hilt, green tenite fingergroove handle attached to exposed tang with screws and escutcheons, extended tang has thru-hole with original leather thong. Scabbard is rough split-back Johnson with light brown buttons on keeper strap and stone pocket. Sharpening stone is two-piece gray combination crystalon. Scabbard has seven brass reinforcing rivets. Condition: Blade is excellent with 99%+ original grind lines and edges. Knife is mint overall. Scabbard is near new. Stone is new and unused. This is a very rare knife in unusually pristine condition, with just slight verdigris at brass rivets. Est.: $3,500-$5,000.

Vintage Randall No. 14 ''Attack'' Knife, 7-1/2'' blade of 1/4'' stock, brass guard, epoxy-fastened fingergroove brown micarta grip, with factory wrist thong and hole installed in upper portion of handle. In brown leather Randall marked rough-back Johnson scabbard with two-tone gray original sharpening stone. Three nickel-plated brass rivets at base of scabbard, two additional rivets at top of belt loop, and two larger copper rivets at throat; standard plain nickel-plated snaps, with Randall logo to outside portion of belt loop. Original leather tang and thong in place. Condition is fine showing light field use, marks from sharpening, and light ghosting from scabbard insertion. Scabbard with light general wear, minor oil darkening and verdigris at copper rivets (easily cleaned). Scabbard and handle features place this knife's mfg. from approx. 1965-1970. Est.: $2,500-$3,500.

Scarce VietNam Era Randall No. 18 Fighting Knife, rare 5-1/2'' stainless saw-back blade, offset brass hilt with holes, hollow waterproof tubular handle with splined brass nut and O-ring. In waxed Johnson split-back leather sheath with plain buttons, Randall football-shaped logo with additional factory ''W'' stamped for ''waxed'', and brass military belt hanger. An original fine grit gray sharpening stone dates this knife to approx. 1971. Condition is fine to near excellent showing sharpening, light field use, and light patination to brass parts. Sheath is fine with just minor scuffs. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Randall No. 14 ''Attack'' Knife, 7-1/2'' blade, straight brass hilt, black micarta fingergroove handle with unlined thru-hole, and parachute cord wrist thong. Scabbard is 7-rivet rough-back Johnson with plain nickel silver snaps and grey unmarked sharpening stone. Condition: Carbon steel blade shows light pitting and has been additionally cleaned. Handle is lightly scuffed. Scabbard is fine with small dent in stone pocket snap with verdigris near brass rivets. Grey sharpening stone is new. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Vintage Randall No. 14 ''Attack'' Knife, 7-1/2'' blade of 1/4'' stock with saw blade serrations to false edge, brass guard, epoxy-fastened milled block black micarta fingergroove handle, with wrist thong hole factory installed in upper portion of handle. Separate ''S'' blade steel type indicator moved up and placed adjacent to the logo. In brown leather small rivet Johnson rough-back sheath, placing this knife ca. 1968-1971; with white soft Arkansas sharpening stone. Scabbard features seven small bras rivets, with two standard plain nickel snaps. Scabbard shows logo at front portion of belt loop. Condition is near excellent. Blade with original honed edge, unsharpened, with light scuffing and ghosting from insertion into scabbard. Scabbard body with minor general toning, light verdigris at edges of rivets, and mellow toning to brass guard. Leather ties and thongs no longer present. A very early example of a sawback Attack knife from the mid-VietNam era. Est.: ! $1,500-$2,000.

Rare and Desirable Randall Viet Nam Veteran Commemorative No. 14 ''Attack'' knife, 7-1/2'' blade, nickel silver guard, fingergroove brown micarta handle, with ''S'' blade steel-type indicator to the right of RMK logo, with right side of knife factory etched ''VietNam Veteran/115 of 500''. Brown leather scabbard is marked with standard logo, additional Sullivan's logo, and below the sharpening stone pocket ''VietNam Veteran''. Scabbard consists of three small brass rivets at tip, two to top of belt loop, and two large copper rivets (as was the style on the Viet Nam period knives) at throat. Late gray-colored sharpening stone is present. Snaps are of the ''Randall Made'' marked variety. Parachute cord thongs and tiedowns are all present and complete. Condition is excellent. Knife shows virtually no use and remains in excellent condition. Scabbard with minor marks at outside of belt loop near throat area from contact with guard. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Vintage Randall No. 2-5 Fighting Stiletto, 5'' double-edged blade named to Richard I. Zumbrunnen, 9-1/2'' overall, brass guard with five red/white/blue spacers, pommel with three; gold micarta handle, in late '60s-early '70s Sullivan leather scabbard marked ''2-5'', with Randall football-shaped logo and plain unmarked snap; back side of sheath neatly named in pen. Condition is fine with light patina to brass pommel and guard. Blade shows mild sharpening. Vintage scabbard with light toning and minor scuffs. Est.: $600-$800.

Vintage Randall No. 1 ''All Purpose'' Fighting Knife, 8'' blade, brass guard with five spacers, stag handle, and brass pommel cap. In roughback Johnson sheath with correct unused gray sharpening stone. Knife with Randall scimitar logo and long choil. Condition is excellent with factory edge showing virtually no use. Excellent factory polish. Brass guard with light toning as does pommel cap. Scabbard with minor discoloration at throat. Knife fits in scabbard with the logo up. Est.: $500-$750.

Randall Model 24 ''Guardian'' Knife, 4'' blade of 3/16'' stainless steel stock, blade is sharpened 3'' with 1'' of thumb notch; maroon micarta handle 3-3/4'' long 3/4'' thick; nickel silver hilt with 5-stack spacers. Especially designed in 1978 for police, undercover, and general law enforcement use. In brown leather concealment type sheath included. Condition is excellent, appearing virtually unused, with light discoloration to nickel silver guard. Scabbard with very mild toning near throat. Est.: $400-$600.

WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Bombardier's Grouping, consisting of one hand-painted leather A-2 flight jacket, by Roughwear Clothing, size 40, with 11th Bombardment Group and 42nd Bomb Squadron insignias painted on right breast, left shoulder with 7th Air Force painted insignia, right side with CBI insignia. Complete with summer and winter Class A tunic and pants, with U.S. and Air Corps lapel devices, sterling silver bombardier wings, 7th Air Force and CPI patches, and pinback 1st Lieut. bars. Wings on the green Class A are two-piece Amsco with pinback. Wings on khaki uniform are sterling one-piece clutchback. all items are named to E.O. Chamberlin, 2nd Lt. Also included are a green gabardine ''crusher'' peaked visor, as well as khaki ''crusher'', both size 7-1/4, and a field modified A-4 set of gabardine flight overalls with sleeves professionally cut down and tailored to short sleeve configuration. Included with the lot are Lt. Chamberlin's graduation yearbook from! class of 44-10, Bombardier School, Demming, NM, where Chamberlin is pictured wearing his yet undecorated flight jacket; three additional yearbooks from different classes are included, as are photo copies and relevant items taken from the Internet. Chamberlin's B-4 bag is also included and clearly marked. Condition to all items is very good to near excellent, with flight jacket showing original knit cuffs and waistband, broken crown zipper missing pull, fraying and soiling to the interior neck area of lining, and with general exterior scuffing and losses commensurate with age. Bag shows soiling, staining, and sun fading, but remains complete. Est.: $2,000-$3,000/lot.

Named Australian Made WWII A-2 Leather Flight Jacket, with leather pouch marked ''Lt. C.A. Nellis'', with silver stenciled officer's wings, right breast with large painted Red Raiders insignia, left breast with missing squadron patch, left shoulder with missing circular patch (probably theatre-made 5th Air Force), and CBI patch to right shoulder; both Lieut. bars to epaulets have been removed. Jacket is approx. size 34. Cloth tag is clearly visible and is marked ''V505/1943-Made in Australia'' and lined with the original khaki twill material. Jacket is extremely well made and differs from its American counterparts in that the pockets and flap are double stitched. The back of the jacket shows preliminary tracing for future artwork in that the faint outlines of mission bombs are present. Condition is very good. Red Raiders insignia is soiled and discolored. Zipper, cuffs and waistband have been professionally replaced. With some minor research and restoration, thi! s jacket could be returned to its full original glory. Est.: $800-$1,200.

Case V-42 Fighting Stiletto, with Scabbard, blade measures exactly 7-3/16'' from tip to bottom of aluminum guard, length is 12-1/8'' from point to tip of skullcrusher pommel. Base of blade is marked ''Case'' beneath thumbprint ricasso. Original leather scabbard is unmodified and measures 20-3/16'' overall. Made famous by the 1st Special Forces group, the Devil's Brigade, in the Aleutian Islands and Italian Campaigns in WWII. This fighting knife is arguably the most desirable and collectible WWII variant. Case records indicate that approx. 3000 were mfg'd, but only one shipment of 1750 knives to the 1st Special Service force was recorded by their supply officer. Scarce in any condition. Condition is fine retaining approx. 70% original blue finish with thinning from sharpening near tip. Grooved stacked leather handle shows dings and scuffs. Scabbard with light oil staining. Leather securing strap and snap show little wear and remain in excellent condition. Est.! : $5,000-$7,000.

WWII U.S. FP-45 Liberator Pistol, NSNV, .45 cal., 4'' barrel, finished in the white, of stamped steel construction. Additional number added to left side of grip ''455/031''. Intended to be dropped into occupied territories for use by insurgents during WWII, these pistols were mfg'd by the Guide Lamp Division of General Motors from June 1942 thru August 1942, when approx. 1,000,000 were made in a two-month span. Delivered cost at that time was $2.40 each. They went from design to production to 10,000,000 made in approx. ten weeks, marking a milestone in wartime efficiency and production. Condition is excellent and appearing near new. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

German 1870 Iron Cross 1st Class, magnetic center, without hallmark, marked on obverse with standard crown-''W''/1870''. Condition is fine with very light corrosion to iron center. Silver edges with moderate oxidation to silver. (Opinions vary as to authenticity of almost all German items of this type. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $350-$700.

German 1813 Iron Cross 2nd Class, magnetic center, without hallmark, marked on obverse with standard crown-''FW''/(oakleaves)/1813''. Condition is fine with very light corrosion to iron center. Silver edges with moderate oxidation. Ribbon with light nips. (Opinions vary as to authenticity of almost all German items of this type. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $350-$500.

German WWII Police Gorget with Neckchain, maker marked with stylized ''A'' for Assmann. Silver painted aluminum construction with field green wool backing, large aluminum police eagle with wreath and oakleaves. Condition is fine with light general scuffing to the silver finish, slightly more pronounced at edges. Est.: $400-$600.

German WWII Waffen SS Enlistedman's Belt Buckle, maker marked ''RZM 822/38SS'', aluminum construction, with enlistedman Waffen SS eagle and motto. Condition is excellent with light flattening to details and light general scuffing. (Opinions vary as to the authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $300-$500.

German WWII Political NSDAP Leader Brocade Belt Buckle, maker marked ''RZM M4/24'', measuring 1-15/16'' in dia., of gilt aluminum. Buckle features correct political eagle in oakleaf wreath; exposed portions of buckle loops with oakleaf motifs. Condition is excellent showing little to no use. (Opinions vary as to the authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $250-$400.

German WWII 1939 Iron Cross 1st Class, with flat silver frame, magnetic center, stamped ''28'' for Eugen Schmidthausser. Condition is fine with very light corrosion to iron center. Silver edges with moderate oxidation to silver. (Opinions vary as to authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $250-$500.

German WWII 1939 Iron Cross 1st Class, with vaulted silver frame, magnetic center, ''L/11'' for Brossman & Co., in Wien. Private purchase, marked ''900'' for silver content in center area of back. Condition is fine with very light corrosion to iron center. Silver edges with moderate oxidation to silver. (Opinions vary as to authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $250-$500.

German WWII Iron Cross, 2nd Class, ring is maker marked ''107'', complete with award ribbon measuring 11'' overall. Condition is excellent with mild tarnishing to edges. Very small pinprick to ribbon on back side (not visible when displayed). Est.: $200-$400.

German WWII Knight's Cross to the Iron Cross, hanger and back side of edge marked ''800'' for silver content, three-piece construction, iron center, with large slightly high center swastika showing 1939 date to front and 1813 to reverse, possibly by Godot. Included is an approx. 8-1/4'' of award ribbon. Condition is fine with light tarnishing to silver edges. Very small spot of just beginning corrosion on back. Ribbon is excellent. (Opinions vary as to the authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $800-$1,200.

WWII Presentation German Cross in Gold, reverse hand engraved ''Adm. Ernst v. Schrader/Admiral der Norvfgribehen West Kirste/20.11.1941''. Beautiful multi-piece construction fastened with four hollow rivets and wide vertical pinback. Condition is excellent with tarnishing to silver sunburst and minor general patination. (Opinions vary as to the authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

German WWII Feldherrnhalle SA Standarte Gorget, ''RZM M 1/128'' marked, with gilt edges and large SA eagle, with correct chain, all showing early type construction. Condition is about fine with light general toning and tarnishing to eagle. (Opinions vary as to authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $2,000-$4,000.

German Naval Marked Kriegs Flag, approx. 22''x36'', marked with ''(eagle)M/Reichskriegsfahne/Berlin''. Scarce and desirable in the smaller sizes. Condition is excellent showing just minor discoloration. Est.: $350-$500.

German WWII Police Double Decal Vulkin Fiber Parade Helmet, with leather liner and chinstrap. Condition is very good to near fine, with both sides showing splits from shrinkage eminating from the side vents down to the rim reinforcing nails. Leather liner with minor staining but mostly clean. Est.: $300-$500.

Pair of Large-Size WWII Luftwaffe Boots, by Nokel, approx. size 11, with snaps for electric warmers, side zippers, leather outers, shearling lined, with all labels in place. Condition is very good with very slight wear thru thin shearling upper area to inside of left boot; right boot more extensive with splits and tears but no real losses, with raised rubber dot pattern soles. Zipper pulls marked ''D.R.P./RiRi''. As pictured on page 121 of ''Luftwaffe vs. RAF'', by Mick J. Prodger. Est.: $300-$500.

German WWII 1944 Fallschirmjager Splinter Pattern Camouflage Jump Smock, large size approx. U.S. 46, with RiRi zipper pulls and leather tabs, correct WWII snaps, with all correct buttons, except one replacement, which may have come from an earlier version of the same type of smock. Inter-cuffed windproof elastic, flare gun pocket at right hip. Condition is fine with very small holes, two in the back and one in the front and one on the collar. Cuffs show very light fraying, as does the collar fold area. Outside colors with light fading, somewhat darker to material not exposed to the sun. Correct and original Luftwaffe cotton insignia sewn over right breast. Gray painted expansion tab buttons have approx. 50% paint loss. (Opinions vary as to the authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encourage potential buyers to preview in person.) Est.: $2,000-$3,500.

Museum Quality Copy of a German WWII MP44 Sturmgewehr, by Shoie. This non-gun marked ''MP44'', #0660c/44, with very precisely duplicated stamped metal parts, brown plastic grips, hardwood stock, and German sling. It is our understanding that very few of these were ever imported and are difficult to obtain. Condition is excellent with slight marks from handling. Rifle cocks and hammer drops, just like a real one. Includes one magazine. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

WWII German Army Officer's Sword, by Eickhorn, 32'' blade with Eickhorn squirrel, Wehrmacht eagle at gilt crossguard, standard acorn and oakleaf motifs, wire-wrapped black phenolic grip, in single hanger black lacquered steel scabbard. Condition is very good to near fine with light general thinning to gilt at handle. Light scuff marks to blade, otherwise very bright and minty. Scabbard with light general overall scuffs and paint loss. Est.: $400-$600.

WWII Luftwaffe Sword, by S.&A. Helbig Steinbach (KrM) surrounding the brand name ''Gaefler'' in script letters. Sword is 35'' long overall, blade is 28'' in length, scabbard is 29-1/2'' in length. Condition is fine to near excellent. Aluminum hilt fitting show little wear to factory frosting on pommel and crossguard. Frosted gold wash remaining on the pommel and crossguard swastikas shows only light scuffs and no losses to gilding. Wire wrapped blue leather grip shows light thinning to finish at high points, with well over 90% blue dye remaining and no nicks or tears. Blade remains bright with only very slight imperfections to edge, and light scratch just beneath maker's legend. Scabbard shows light scuffs to body with minor scratches and scuffs to chape, a little more severe to throat. Blue leather hanger is retained with losses to finish and general thinning and wear to edges. All four chape and throat screws are present. Est.: $800-$1,200.

German WWII Luftwaffe 2nd Model Officer's Dagger and Scabbard, with aluminum bullion portapee. Unmarked blade is 10-1/8'', 15-1/4'' overall, with simulated ivory handle wrapped with two-strand twisted brass wire. Condition is excellent showing little use, with very slight use on blade. (Opinions vary as to the authenticity of almost all WWII German items. Potential buyers are encouraged to preview in person.) Est.: $500-$750.

WWII German Teno Enlisted Dagger, by Carl Eickhorn, 16'' overall in scabbard, 9-3/4'' hewer blade with single fuller. White celluloid grip panels are each marked on the inside with small Eickhorn squirrel trademark. Guard and pommel are nickel plated. Black enameled scabbard with nickel-plated chape and throat, with attached leather hanger. Blade is marked with ''Ges. Gesch'' (Patent Pending, above the Carl Eickhorn trademark; reverse of blade marked ''8037''). Condition is very good overall with approx. 40% nickel remaining on chape of scabbard, with light to moderate toning. Scabbard retains 75% original black paint with chips and losses. Original plating to bird's head pommel and guard show approx. 60%. Leather keeper has split at button hole. Blade shows carbon spotting and light cleaning, but with original unsharpened edge. Est.: $800-$1,200.

WWII German Custom Service ''Zolldienst'' Dress Dagger, by Puma, 16-1/2'' overall in scabbard, 10'' blade, marked with Puma head logo, silver-plated guard, with national eagle featuring the upturned wings of the Customs eagle. Aluminum wire-wrapped green leather handle with bright aluminum pommel cap. Green leather-covered scabbard with nickel-plated steel chape, throat, and hanger band. Condition is very good to near fine. Knife blade shows very light cleaning, minor carbon spotting, with thinning and lifting to silver plate at crossguard. Nickel-plated hardware to scabbard retains 40%-50% original nickel finish with the balance toning somewhat dark. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.

German WWII Government Official Dagger, 15-1/4'' overall, 11-1/4'' blade, eaglehead pommel, faux pearl grip, knight's head stamp to blade indicating Kirschbaum Co., Weyersberg. Condition is excellent. Pebble pattern to sheath shows light flattening on backside. Grip with very minor chips to bottom edge of reverse panel (barely noticeable). Very thin wear to nickel plate in places revealing brass under metal. Probably of late war mfg. Est.: $1,800-$2,500.

WWII German Army Dress Dagger, by Anton Wingen Jr., Solingen, 15.8'' overall in scabbard, with 9-1/2'' blade, screw-on circular pommel with oakleaf motif, silver-plated hardware, Trolon grips in honey-like yellow, obverse of crossguard features a winged national eagle; reverse is void of inscription. Silver-plated scabbard is of steel construction with two suspension bands showing standard oakleaf motif to both. Condition is very good with light general overall wear to scabbard. Blade with toning, some carbon spotting, and appears to have been lightly cleaned at one point. Est.: $350-$500.

German WWII Chained NSKK Officer's Dagger, 15-1/8'' long, 8-5/8'' blade, marked ''Alles fur Deutschland'', backside is RZM marked ''M.67/39.'' indicating Gottlieb, Hammesfahr. Walnut grip with Party eagle, and SA symbol to obverse of grip. Scabbard with nickel mounts, nickel NSAKK chain marked ''Musterschutz/NSKK Korps Fuhrung''; alternate chain link marked ''RZM M5/8''. Chain shows Runic swastikas and Party eagles. Condition is about fine with nickel plating showing approx. 50% remaining to pommel cap and hilt. Retaining nut with burrs and scratches, blade shows carbon spotting. Scabbard and chain have light scuffs and very minor missing paint from scratches. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

WWII German SS Dagger, 14-3/4'' overall in scabbard, 8-3/4'' blade, correct dyed black wood grip with German national eagle and SS rune insignia. Blade is marked ''Meine Ehre heisst Treue'' (My Honor is Loyalty). Scabbard is of the black painted variety with nickel-plated scabbard fittings. Back of blade is marked ''RZM'' in circular motif, over ''1052/38 SS'', for Pumawerk (Lauterjung & Sohn). Condition is fine with correct polishing marks and scuffs from scabbard insertion. Nickel plating to upper and lower guard shows considerable thinning with approx. 60% remaining exposing the zinc base metal. Wear to eagle is moderate and very similar to that as pictured on page 354 of the book ''German Daggers of World War II, Vol. II'', by Johnson. Scabbard with light discoloration to chape and throat, approx. 90% original paint remains. Est.: $1,800-$2,400.

WWII German Reich's Labor Service (RAD) Broad Knife, by Carl Jul Krebs, Solingen, 15.8'' overall in scabbard, 9-1/2'' blade marked ''Arbeit adelt'' (Labor Ennobles). Single quillion guard, bird's beak pommel and grip body are silver plated as is standard, with staghorn grip panels. Scabbard with black enamel body and standard decorative RAD chape and throat. Condition is very good to fine showing light general overall wear. Grips with flattening. Screw nuts have toned dark. Throat and chape attaching screws are later, two of which are missing. Blade shows light to just moderate use remaining sharp, with scuffs, micro-scratching, and lightly cleaned carbon spotting. Est.: $800-$1,200.

WWII German Army Dress Dagger, with portapee, by Carl Eickhorn, 15.8'' overall in scabbard, with 9-1/2'' blade, screw-on circular pommel with oakleaf motif, silver-plated hardware, Trolon grips in amber-like orange, obverse of crossguard features a winged national eagle; reverse is void of inscription. Silver-plated scabbard is of steel construction with two suspension bands showing standard oakleaf motif to both. Aluminum portapee is correctly tied. Condition is fine to near excellent. Silver components show light tarnish. Blade with only the slightest scuffs from insertion into scabbard. Portapee with light fraying to bullion cord. Est.: $500-$750.

WWII Era German Naval Officer's Sword, 35'' overall, blade is 29-1/2'' marked ''F.W. Holler/Solingen'' in oval thermometer logo. Triple wrapped simulated ivory grip, jawed lion pommel mfg'd without glass eye chips. Non-crowned fouled anchor motif to guard. Scabbard is of black leather construction with black chape, throat, and center section. (This style scabbard is virtually unchanged from the Imperial style.) Condition is fine showing just light tarnishing to brass hardware. Blade with very minor carbon spotting. Scabbard leather shows light scuffing and minor wear. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Standard Nazi WWII Era Police Officer's Sword, by Herm. Rath (no scabbard), 33'' blade, 38-1/4'' overall, copper wire-wrapped wooden grip with German Police logo; nickel-plated guard and quillion with oakleaf and acorn motifs. Condition is fine to near excellent. Blade shows light wear, with toning to grip and minor verdigris on copper. Est.: $500-$750.

WWII German SS NCO Police Sword, by Paul Weyersberg, (no scabbard), 33'' blade, 38-1/4'' overall, with German Police logo, SS marked pommel, and simple nickel-plated guard. Condition is good to very good with moderate general overall carbon spotting to blade, thinning and toning to nickel components. Handle with light wear. Est.: $500-$750.

Rare Pre-WWII German Armistice Saber, by Weyersberg, 32-1/4'' etched blade, 37-3/8'' overall, with wire-wrapped celluloid handle showing double gilt lion's head grip; guard with oakleaf and acorn motifs, in single hanger black painted scabbard. Condition is about fine retaining 40% thinning and toning gilt to handle. Blade shows light scuffs. Scabbard retains approx. 40% original black paint with scuffing, toning, and peeling to finish. Est.: $750-$1,000.

Prussian Triple-Etched Lion's Head Cavalry Saber, 33'' blade, 38-1/2'' overall, triple wire-wrapped fishskin handle with gilt brass lion's grip and guard. Blade is finely etched on both sides and along spine, with Stand of Arms, swords and armor. Single ring blackened steel scabbard is 35-1/2'' long with standard Prussian drag. Additional lion's head motif to crossguard. Condition to sword is fine showing just minor thinning thru fishskin to handle, 30% remaining gilt over brass, and blade shows little wear and very light carbon spotting that may clean. Scabbard shows heavy tarnishing, moderate to heavy losses to finish, and dents and dings near drag. Est.: $350-$500.

Imperial German/Prussian Officer's Sword, 41'' overall, 34'' double fuller blade, grip is of double wrapped skate, with Phrygian helmet pattern pommel, Imperial eagle at base of guard, with Kaiser Wilhelm II crest in center breast, additional Wilhelm II applied brass cypher to obverse grip handle, with Empress Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Hollstein royal cypher to top of pommel. Top of guard is marked ''F. Bannerman''. Nickel-plated double ring scabbard is 35'' long from throat to end of drag. Condition is very good to fine with all the grip and wire wrap present, although some wire slightly loose. Blade shows very minor carbon spotting. Leather washer is intact but somewhat dry. Nickel-plated scabbard with approx. 90% original toning nickel with losses and corrosion at highpoints and at tip of drag; scabbard with minor light dings. Est.: $350-$500.

Colt Gatling Gun Plate from an 1883 Colt Gatling Gun. This palte would typically be affixed to the breech of the barrel housing and would house the spirit level used in sighting the gun. Plate measures 3-5/8'' in dia. and the entire plate is engraved. There is an oval hole in the center of the plate where the spirit level would rest, with two holes above and below. On either side of the oval hole are engraved flourishes and in block letters is ''Gatling Gun/Patented''. On the top and bottom of the plate are larger screw holes on the outside edge. Condition is very good. Est.: $900-$1,200.

Bronze Plaque of Pres. Theodore Roosevelt, by James Earle Fraser (Am., 1871-1941), depicting a full facial image of Roosevelt with one of his favorite expressions stamped in block letters on the bottom, reading ''I wish to preach not the doctrine of ignoble ease but the doctrine of strenuous life, the life of toil and effort, of labor and strife; to preach that the highest form of success that comes not to the man who desires new ease and peace, but to him who does not shrink from danger, hardship, or bitter toil, and who out of these wins the splendid ultimate triumph.'' Signed on bottom in script ''Theodore Roosevelt'', and signed on bottom edge of plaqaue ''J.E. Fraser''. Plaque measure 7''x12'' and is in very good condition. Est.: $800-$1,200.

High Quality Percussion Muzzleloader, by Browning Arms Co., Morgan, Utah, #857RP01086, .50 cal. black powder only, 31'' barrel, high quality walnut halfstock, browned iron mounts, adjustable rear sight and blade type front sight. Top of barrel marked ''Jonathan Browning Mountain Rifle''. Condition is excellent showing minor handling wear and appears near new. Est.: $500-$750.

Italian Copy of Colt 1855 Root Revolving Rifle, #045279, .44 cal., 31'' barrel, blue finish, 6-shot fluted cylinder, walnut butt and forestock, with black leather sling. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, showing only light handling marks. Est.: $400-$600.

Reproduction Sharps Lever Action Carbine, by Armi Sport, #M1639, .56/.50 Spencer cal., 20'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, walnut stock and forend, with sling swivel in butt and saddlering. Condition is excellent appearing new and unfired, with very light marks from storage. Crisp action, mirror bright bore. Very nicely made. Est.: $500-$750.

Italian Copy of a LeMat Percussion Revolver, By Pietta, #L14644, .44/20 ga., 6-3/4'' octagon barrel, blue finish, case hardened trigger and hammer, checkered hardwood grips, light roll engraving to 8-shot cylinder, top of barrel marked ''Col. LeMat''. With eyelet bolster buttcap. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired, in its original blue box, complete with instructions and paperwork. Est.: $350-$500.

Performance Center Model 3 Schofield Single Action Revolver, by Smith & Wesson, #GWS1392US, .45 S&W cal., 7'' ribbed barrel, laser-cartouched two-piece walnut grips, case hardened trigger, triggerguard, latch and hammer. Front sight marked ''Performance Center 2000/Mod. 3 Schofield/1875''. In S&W Performance Center oak fitted case. Condition is near excellent appearing unfired, with slight small areas of flecking to rib and bottom of barrel from storage, and very faint dragline. Grips show virtually no use. Action is crisp, bore is minty bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.

Italian Copy of a LeMat Percussion Revolver, By Pietta, #L15200, .44/20 ga., 6-3/4'' octagon barrel, blue finish, case hardened trigger and hammer, checkered hardwood grips, light roll engraving to 8-shot cylinder, top of barrel marked ''Col. LeMat''. With lanyard loop and ring in butt. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired, in its original blue box, complete with instructions and paperwork. Est.: $350-$500.

Schofield Single Action Revolver, by Navy Arms, #8927, .45 Colt cal., 7'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened latch, triggerguard and hammer; cartouched walnut grips, in original box. Condition is excellent showing minor dragline and very little, if any, use. Est.: $600-$800.

Lyman Super Targetspot Scope & Rings for dovetail mounts, #6974, 20-power, very much like period Unertl scopes, 24-1/4'' overall, with recoil return spring, paralax adjustment, objective lens, rubber eye cup, both screw-in lens caps and sun shade, all in original birch storage and carrying case. Condition is excellent showing little use. Outside of box with minor oxidation to hardware and light scuffs and scratches to varnish. Est.: $400-$600.

Daisy No. 25 Pump Action BB Gun, with Plymouth, MI address, NSNV, .177 BB cal., blue and case hardened finish, 1936 style engraving, 6-groove walnut forend and pistol-grip stock, grooved butt, with medium-size vaulted takedown screw. Mfg'd approx. 1950. Except for the WWII years, production ran continuously from 1912 to 1952 in Plymouth, MI, when at that time the company moved its mfg. to Rogers, AR. Condition is remarkably excellent, considering their use by children, retaining approx. 96% blue with only light wear in the actioning areas. Cyanide case colors to pump lever remain 99% vivid with just very light spotting. Walnut stock with minor scuffs and small indentation to bottom area near butt. A very nice and well-preserved piece of Americana. Known to collectors as ''Pistol-Grip Stock Variation 6 Fancy Engraving, 1936-1942, and 1945-1952''. Est.: $350-$500.

Ithaca M-49 Single Shot Lever Action Rifle, #298397, .22 cal., 18'' barrel, looks like stock from ashwood, black paint finish. Popular in the late 1950's with the introduction of TV westerns. Often used by pre-teens and found in poor condition. Condition is excellent showing little use. Est.: $200-$400.

Diana Model 34 Single Shot Pellet Gun, #01016915, .177 cal., 19.5'' barrel, blue finish, dark stained birch stock with adjustable trigger. Condition is excellent showing only light scuffs to stock. Est.: $250-$450.

Japanese Papa Nambu Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Kokura Arsenal, #6702, 8mm, 4-3/4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips, with mismatched magazine. Pistol appears to be an import from China with importer markings, standard Papa Nambu kanji markings to right side of frame, and etched Chinese characters forward the serial number. Condition is fair with dark overall toning. Grips show heavy flattening to checks and some repairs. Action functions, bore is fair. Est.: $350-$500.

Modern Italian Vetterli Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle, by Beretta, #1101, .22 cal., 18'' barrel, blue finish, European walnut stock cartouched ''P. Beretta/Gardone''. Condition is good to very good. Metal surfaces retain 75% blue. Stock with darkening near metal surfaces showing an additional coat of linseed oil. Action is crisp, bore is bright, triggerpull is crisp. Est.: $150-$250.

H&R Model 929 Double Action Revolver, #AN50255, .22 cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, black checkered plastic grips, in original box. Condition is fine to near excellent showing little use. Minor carbon spotting to sides of hammer. Some white paint on sights (easily removed). Box shows oil staining and general toning. Est.: $150-$250.

Remington Model 241 ''The Speedmaster'' Semi-Automatic Rifle, #21525, .22 LR cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock. Classic Browning design. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90% thinning and toning blue. Stocks with light dings, scuffs and scratches from field use. Crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $250-$400.

Geco Carabiner Model 1919 Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle, #614n, .22 LR cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, ''BU'' proofmarks, with matching bolt. Marked ''Made in Germany'' at bottom of barrel; Geco cartouche in cheekpiece area on right side of stock. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 80% thinning and toning blue. Stock shows some darkening and light scuffing. Action is crisp, bore is near excellent and should clean. Est.: $100-$200.

Daisy Powerline Single Shot Pellet Gun, #1106-19787, .177 cal., 18'' barrel, fiber-optic sights, with Gold Label 5-power scope. Condition is excellent, with thinning finish on scope. Optics are clear. Est.: $100-$300.

Remington Model 514 Single Shot Rifle, NSNV, .22 SL&LR cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock, with Lyman peep sight. Condition is excellent showing just minor toning to barrel. Factory rear sight has been removed; receiver sight has been added. Stock shows little use. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Est.: $150-$300.

Yugoslavian Model 48 Bolt Action Rifle, #K59932, 8mm, 24'' barrel, blue finish, beech stock. Condition is excellent and all matching, retaining approx. 96% blue. Stock is excellent. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $200-$400.

Steyr Model 1895 Straight-Pull Rifle, #38E, 8x56R cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, European walnut stock. Receiver marked ''Budapest.M/95''. Condition is excellent as arsenal refinished. Bore is good with frosting in the grooves. Est.: $150-$250.

Harrington & Richardson Sportsman Long-Range Single Shot Shotgun, (Model 176), #A226807, 12 ga. mag., 36'' Full choke round blue barrel, case hardened frame, dark stained birch stock with high comb, and H&R black rubber buttpad. Condition is about fine with thinning blue/black to barrel. Vivid tigerstripe case hardening to frame with light toning. Stock with minor scuffs. Crisp action, fine bore. Est.: $150-$250.

Martini-Henry Falling Block Rifle, NSNV, .450-577 cal., 33'' barrel, originally with blue finish, walnut stock and forend, with Nepalese markings. Condition is good to very good with overall dark patina. Stock shows light sanding. Action is crisp, bore is good. Est.: $200-$400.

Winchester Model 37 Single Shot Shotgun, NSNV, 12 ga., 30'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stocks, with Winchester hard rubber buttplate. An early Model 37 made in New Haven (not Canada). Condition is very good with lightly toning barrel that retains 85% blue; similarly worn frame with light toning and micro-scratching. Stocks with light to moderate scuffing from field use. Factory hard rubber buttplate is a replacement needing some additional fitting. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $200-$350.

Mauser Broomhandle C96 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #414892, .30 Mauser cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, grooved walnut stock. Condition is very good as refinished, with replaced grips. Action is crisp, bore is fair. Est.: $300-$450.

German Made Single Action Army Revolver, by Hy Hunter, #5-241, .45 Colt cal., 5-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, two-piece hardwood grips. Mfg'd in the 1950s. Condition is about fine with light edgewear and minor dragline. Crisp action, smooth triggerpull, very tight lockup, with minty bore. A high quality German-made shooter. Est.: $300-$500.

Iver Johnson Top-Break Revolver, NVSN, .32 S&W cal., 3'' barrel, nickel finish, blue triggerguard, case colored hammer and trigger, factory pearl grips. Condition is fine retaining 92% original nickel with losses near forcing cone. Grips remain very iridescent with no chips or losses. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $150-$300.

Diana Model 48/52 Single Shot Pellet Gun, #02067583, .22 cal., 17-1/2'' barrel, blue finish, pressed checkered birch stock, adjustable trigger, with RWS 3x9 Model 4590 scope, made in Germany. Diana is equivalent to Beeman's top-of-the-line R1. Condition is excellent with just the lightest marks from field use. Scope optics are clear. Est.: $350-$500.

Sporterized Argentine Model 1891 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, #E8372, 7.65x53mm, 23'' barrel, original blue finish, European walnut stock with added sling swivels. Mfg'd by Loewe, Berlin. Condition is excellent as modified. Crest has been ground, ring has been touch-up blued. All other markings are clear. Light beginning erosion to fire blue parts. Stock with extra coat of linseed oil. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $150-$250.

CVA Pennsylvania Model Percussion Rifle, #85343681, .50 cal., 40'' octagon barrel, blue finish with brass furniture, lacquered mahogany stock, double set trigger, with brass-tipped ramrod. Condition is excellent with light discoloration to barrel, showing just light nicks and scuffs from storage. Est.: $200-$400.