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Antique Probably Albanian Miquelet Pistol
Antique Probably Albanian Miquelet Pistol, with brass fullstock, NVSN, approx. .65 cal., 12.25'' tapered round-to-octagonal at breech iron barrel is unmarked; iron ''Patilla'' or Spanish style lock with distinctive outside mainspring and flint cock with exposed sears; solid brass fullstock is elaborately if somewhat crudely chased in relief scrolls and floral patterns, has a lemon-shaped butt with raised skull cracker, and encloses the front 5'' of the barrel; separate loop triggerguard is decorated en suite; early-style trigger with curved tail. The lock appears to be in its original Miquelet form, with unbushed touchhole. Condition is very good for the age and type. Iron surfaces have a mostly smooth gunmetal gray-brown tone (the barrel may have been etched originally, but difficult to state positively); brass shows mostly crisp designs, light wear and an aged patina. Action is very stiff and does not seem to reach cocked position; smoothbore appears relatively clean. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Antique)
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Indonesian-Dutch Bronze Signal Cannon
Indonesian-Dutch Bronze Signal Cannon, recovered from a shipwreck, with dark green patina overall. Decorated with cast raised floral designs and decorative bands at breech and muzzle. Flared leaf dart type muzzle. Notch type front sight with ears at rear near touch hole. Bore is approx. 1.250''; overall approx. 40.5''. Has a hole provision in rear for wooden aiming rod (not present). Bronze ''Y''-type swiveling barrel cradle with cast in spike for use on the railing of a ship. Breach end is approx. 3.75'' in dia. Flared decorated muzzle is approx. 3-7/8'' in dia. Ca. 19th Century. Condition is very good overall. Bore appears to be smooth, with no rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.
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Unusual Palmer English Flintlock Pistol
A Most Unusual Antique English Single-Shot Brass Screw-Barrel Flintlock Pistol by Palmer, Rochester, #5796, approx. .62 cal., 1'' round screw-off brass barrel has an integral lug for wrench removal, marked ''T.E. Hulkes Gleanings'' on circumference at muzzle, with border engraving at rear; boxlock brass frame has a unique engraved and elevated ''waterproof'' pan, a frizzen with an equally unique adjustable-tension spring, a sliding safety that locks the frizzen in the down/closed position, and a gracefully-formed reinforced flint cock; frame is marked ''Palmer Rochester'' at front with sunken proof marks at right side, is floral engraved with panel scenes of a panoply of martial flags, drums (or mortars) and shields on left and right sides, and has a folding trigger that automatically drops down when the pistol is cocked; one-piece varnished and checkered European hardwood ''bag-style'' grips. Mfg'd ca 1800-1830. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finishes, but are smooth and clean with light toning to the brass, a dark patina to the iron, and clear engraving and markings. Grips are sound and smooth with moderate wear to the checkering. Action is strong and functions as designed; smoothbore is clean. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Antique)
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Goodwin Co. O/U Flintlock Pistol
Antique English Over/Under Screw-Barrel Flintlock Pocket Pistol, NVSN, approx. .40 cal., 1.625'' iron barrels are marked ''2'' and ''3'' at breeches; brass boxlock frame has corresponding numbers at breeches, a left-side barrel selector switch, a gracefully-shaped hammer, sliding rear safety, two proof marks ahead of trigger guard, and is floral engraved with ''Goodwin/& Co.'' within an oval on left side, and ''London'' on right; plain varnished walnut bag-style grips. Mfg'd ca. 1830s-50s. Condition is very good. Barrels retain no original finish but are smooth gunmetal gray overall; frame has light toning with clear engraving and markings. Grips are sound with light marks and later varnish. Action is crisp; smoothbores are clean with deep cuts inside muzzles for engaging a barrel wrench. Est.: $700-$900. (Antique)
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Pair of Edgson Flintlock Belt Pistols
Identical Pair of Antique English Single-Shot Screw-Barrel Flintlock Belt Pistols, by Edgson, #1, approx. .52 cal., 4'' octagonal barrels, one pistol is marked ''1'' at breech (other pistol unnumbered); both boxlock frames have left-side belt hooks, proof marks beneath, reinforced cocks, oval waterproof pans, sliding rear safeties, folding triggers that drop open when cocked, and are floral engraved with ''Edgson/Stamford'' within an oval on right sides against a panoply of martial flags and arms; plain varnished flat-sided walnut bag-style grips have vacant German silver inlays at wrists. Mfg'd ca. 1830s-50s. Condition is near excellent. Barrels retain approx. 96% deep original blue, triggers show bright fire-blue, case hardened frames are smooth gunmetal with clear engraving and markings. Grips are smooth with only slight handling marks and retain approx. 90% original varnish. Actions are crisp; bores are bright with deeply-cut rifling that facilitates engaging a barrel-removal wrench. Est.: $900-$1,200/pair. (Antique)
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Antique English Flintlock Blunderbuss, by Brunn
Antique English Brass-Barrel Flintlock Blunderbuss, by Brunn of London, NVSN, approx. .70 cal., 14.5'' round-to-octagonal brass barrel bells to 1.75'' at its cannon-turned muzzle, has two cannon-turned rings at round-octagon juncture, finely engraved breech and top tang, and marked ''London'' on top flat; beveled steel lockplate with small pointed rear teat is finely border engraved and marked ''Brunn'' under matching reinforced cock and pan; brass furniture includes loop triggerguard with lovely engraved pineapple front tang finial and elongated rear tang, engraved buttplate, two circular screw escutcheons opposite the lock, and two fancy fluted ferrules retaining the horn-tipped hardwood ramrod; varnished English walnut fullstock has raised aprons about both sides of the lock. Mfg'd ca. 1780-1820. This arm appears to be in original flintlock configuration, having unbushed touchhole and original parts; many of the screw heads are sunburst-engraved. Condition is fine. Brass shows an overall smooth aged tone; iron parts are clean gunmetal gray. Stock is solid and smooth showing only handling marks (has 6 ''kill'' notches carved at lower butt), good edges, nice grain and color, and perhaps an added coat of finish. Markings are sharp. This is a quality piece, complete and original. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Antique)
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Antique British Flintlock Blunderbuss
Antique British Brass-Barreled Flintlock Blunderbuss, with spring-loaded top bayonet, NVSN, approx. .70 cal., 14.5'' round-to-octagonal brass barrel bells to 1-5/8'' at cannon-turned muzzle (with bayonet lock at top), has cannon-turning at round-octagon juncture, engraved band and 2 ''(crown/crossed swords)'' proofmarks at breech, marked ''London'' on top flat; spring-actuated angular bayonet measures 13'', with hinge located 1.5'' behind muzzle and sliding catch on barrel tang; border-engraved lockplate with rear teat is engraved ''Ketland & Co.'', has delicately-detailed flint cock, pan and frizzen; brass furniture includes trigger guard with engraved loop, acorn front finial and long rear tang, buttplate with engraved long top tang, and two ferrules retaining the brass-tipped hardwood ramrod; varnished English walnut fullstock has carved aprons on either side of lock and a vacant circular German-silver escutcheon atop the wrist. Condition is very good. Brass parts have a light age-patina, lock parts are gunmetal gray, the bayonet is gunmetal gray with light peppering, markings are clear. Stock is sound with general marks from use and age, minor losses, and a glued repair where broken through approx. 4'' behind muzzle. Action is smooth; smoothbore looks clean. The gun appears to be in original flintlock configuration, with unbushed touchhole and original parts, and would have been a formidable weapon in a close-order confrontation. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Antique)
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Rare Antique Irish Copy of a Henry Deringer Pistol
Rare Antique Irish Copy of a Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol, by Joseph Bowls of 22 Patrick Street, Cork, NVSN, .52 cal., 3-7/16'' octagonal barrel with pin front sight, marked ''Bowls Cork'' on top flat, floral engraved at breech and top tang; engraved serpentine lockplate with maker's name and matching hammer; steel mountings include an engraved nipple bolster, loop trigger guard with pineapple front tang, and ramrod ferrule; and a German silver shield inlay at wrist, all engraved en suite; one-piece varnished walnut (or root-wood) fullstock is finely checkered at wrist and bag style butt. Mfg'd ca. 1830s-40s. Measures 7.5'' overall. Condition is very good. Steel surfaces retain no original finish but are a smooth gunmetal color; German silver is clean; markings and engraving are sharp. Stock is solid and smooth with sharp checkering and much original varnish. Ramrod is missing. Action is strong and crisp; smoothbore is bright having scattered light erosion. Irish-made Deringer copies are quite rare. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)
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Antique Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol
Antique Henry Deringer Single-Shot Percussion Pocket Pistol, NVSN, .44 cal., 2.5'' round barrel with dovetailed, low blade German silver front sight, is marked ''Deringer/Philadela'' and ''P'' within a sunburst between two platinum bands at breech, has floral-engraved top tang with notch rear sight; engraved serpentine lockplate carries the same maker's marking, matching hammer; German silver mountings include a flash plate below the engraved nipple bolster, leaf-shaped sideplate, left and right barrel wedge escutcheons, loop trigger guard with long leaf-shaped front tang, teardrop-shaped buttcap, shield inlay at wrist, and forend cap, all engraved en suite; one-piece varnished walnut fullstock is checkered at wrist and ''bird's head'' butt. Mfg'd ca. 1856-66. Measures 5.5'' overall. Condition is near fine. Barrel retains little of the original simulated Damascus but is a smooth overall gunmetal-brown color; German silver is clean and bright; markings and engraving are sharp. Stock is solid and smooth with lightly worn checkering and most of its thin original varnish. Action is smooth; bore is clean with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Antique Bel. Mariette Brevet 4-Barrel Pepperbox
Antique Belgian Mariette Brevete 4-Barrel Under-Hammer Percussion Pepperbox Pistol, NVSN, .36 cal., 2.5'' round screw-off barrels have an overall finely-etched fluid pattern and are numbered 1 through 4 as are corresponding revolving breeches (1 of which also has the familiar ''ELG'' Li‚ge proofmark); frame with ring trigger and integral bag-style gripstraps is floral-engraved and marked ''Mariette/Brevete'' on inner strap; two-piece ebonized hardwood grips. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but are clean gunmetal gray with sharp markings and engraving; grips are smooth with much original varnish. Action seems to function; smoothbores are bright. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Pair of Antique Belgian Large Bore Perc. Pistols
Matched Pair of Antique Belgian Large Bore Single-Shot Percussion Pistols, NVSN, approx. .64 cal., blued 8'' octagonal barrels are slightly swamped at muzzles, have small dovetailed blade front sights, notched rear sights with long sighting grooves, and ''ELG'' Li‚ge proofmarks at left breeches; blued lockplates are floral engraved with ''spider web'' engraved panels at their tails; iron furniture is engraved en suite, including upper barrel tangs (numbered ''1'' and ''2'' respectively), hammers, leaf-shaped sideplates, single ramrod ferrules, loop triggerguards with long fancy front tangs, and domed oval buttcaps; halfstocks of lovely varnished European rootwood are checkered at wrists, have vacant oval German silver escutcheons atop their wrists, raised aprons on either side of locks, and leaf-carved oval mouldings at their butts. Engraved screw heads; original button-tipped iron ramrods and single barrel keys. Mfg'd mid-19th century. Condition is very good. Barrels retain approx. 60% early-style light, bright blue with scattered discoloration/erosion that should be carefully cleaned; lockplates retain 40% smooth matching blue, the balance of the metal shows a gunmetal gray-brown patina. Stocks are sound and smooth with sharp checkering and perhaps 70% original varnish finish. Actions are smooth; bores are shiny with sharp multi-groove rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,800/pair. (Antique)
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French Gaulois No. 1 Palm Pistol
French Gaulois ''Squeezer'' No. 1 Palm Pistol, #T20495, 8mm RF cal., blued 2.25'' round barrel with brass post front sight, marked ''Gaulois'' and ''No. 1'' on top rib; blued steel frame is marked ''Manufacture Francaise/Armes Et Cycles/Saint Etienne'' in a circular logo on top, fitted with a 3-position switch marked ''S'' (safe), ''F'' (fire) and ''D'' (unload/disassembly) on left side, and has the signature ''squeezer'' bar trigger at rear with a finely checkered hard rubber grip pad. 5-shot cartridge capacity. Mfg'd ca. 1890-1912. Condition is near excellent: Barrel and frame retain 90+% smooth original deep blue, with just light roughness to right frame and sharp edges and markings; squeezer bar retains moderate case colors with scattered light discoloration; grip pad of blended black-and-pink hard rubber retains sharp checkering with a three-quarter inch chip out at top left. Action seems to function properly; bore is clean with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Antique French 1837 Chatellerault Naval Pistol
Antique French Model 1837 Chatellerault Single Shot Percussion Naval Pistol, with belt hook, NVSN, approx. .61 cal., 6'' round barrel made without sights marked ''Mle. 1837'' on top strap; captive sliding-stirrup button-tip ramrod; serpentine lockplate is marked ''Mn Ru de/Chatellerault'' behind the graceful hammer; single brass barrel band has a long rear tang that extends past the loop triggerguard almost to the brass buttcap with its long top tang and iron lanyard ring; iron one-piece serpentine sideplate and belt hook; various parts are proofmarked, with a naval anchor mark at butt; one-piece oil-finished European hardwood stock. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces appear untouched having minor use marks and an overall light age patina as originally finished ''in the white''; markings are sharp, and all parts appear original. Action is strong and smooth; smoothbore appears clean along its entire length. Est.: $700-$950. (Antique)
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Antique Matched Pair of English Perc. Belt Pistols
Antique Matched Pair of English Percussion Belt Pistols, cased with accoutrements, NVSN, .54 cal., 8'' octagonal barrels with tiny blade front sights are unmarked; serpentine back-action locks have delicate floral engraving and the name ''Greaves'' behind hammers; steel furniture includes engraved loop trigger guards with pineapple-like front tangs and long rear ones, and two ferrules retaining the brass-tipped hardwood ramrods; varnished one-piece English walnut halfstocks are checkered at bag-style grips, have rectangular German-silver inlays atop wrists, matching oval barrel wedge escutcheons and nosecaps. Mfg'd ca. 1840s-60s. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but are a dark gunmetal color with scattered light discoloration. Stocks show age/use marks but are sound with sharp checkering and much original finish. Actions are crisp and tight; smoothbores are clean showing moderate etching. The 11''x14.5'' varnished mahogany case is lined in a fine teal baize cloth and partitioned in the English style for the pistols, a copper and brass lozenge-shaped powder flask, twin ebony and walnut brass-tipped ramrods, wood-handled turnscrew, two percussion cap tins, two covered sections with ivory knobs containing linen patches, and a number of cast lead balls, all in very good condition. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (Antique)(Don Koll collection)
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Swinburn & Son O/U Perc. Belt/Boarding Pistol
Unusual Antique British Over-Under Double Barrel Percussion Belt or Boarding Pistol, NVSN, .54 cal., 4.375'' barrels marked ''C.P. Swinburn & Son London'' on top flat with proof marks at left side, have a lower rib with captive stirrup-style button-head ramrod; finely-engraved steel frame has a naval-style spring-steel belt hook at left side, matching engraved hammers (the right one with an elongated, tube-type nose to reach the lower nipple), engraved trigger guard, twin triggers, and long top/bottom tangs retaining the two-piece finely-checkered English walnut grips having a vacant German silver oval at wrist and fluted/engraved buttcap with hinged door opening to a butt trap for percussion caps. Mfg'd ca. 1850s-60s. Condition is near fine. Metal surfaces retain good traces of original blue in protected areas and are otherwise smooth, light gunmetal gray with sharp edges, markings and engraving. Grips are sound and smooth and retain sharp checkering. Actions are stout; smoothbores are bright and clean. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Alexander Henry Large Frame Takedown Best Quality Rifle
Alexander Henry Large Takedown Frame Best Quality Single Shot Rifle, #6638, .500 Express cal., 27.75'' barrel with two-leaf Express rear and bead type front sight, banknote engraving to receiver block, hammer, and lockplate; checkered pistol-grip walnut stock and forend with shadow-line cheekpiece, with lightly engraved steel heel and toe treatment over checkered walnut buttplate. Barrel is marked ''Alex'r Henry, Edinburgh & London''; chamber area is additionally stamped L7864''. Lock is additionally marked ''Alex'r Henry''. Mfg'd 1892. Condition is excellent. Barrel has toned somewhat but retains approx. 94% overall thinning blue. Case hardened frame and back lock have toned and silvered, but colors are approx. 85% visible. Stock with very light impressions to both sides of cheekpiece; checking is extremely well defined and remains sharp. Action remains crisp and smooth, bore is bright. Est.: $7,500-$10,000. (Antique)
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Alexander Henry Standard Frame Best Quality Rifle
Alexander Henry Standard Frame Best Quality Single Shot Rifle, #18653, .450-3.25'' BPE cal., 28.5'' barrel with three-leaf Express rear and bead type front sight, banknote engraving to receiver block, hammer, and lockplate; checkered pistol-grip walnut stock and forend, with lightly engraved steel buttplate. Barrel is marked with ''E.M. Reilly & Co.'' retailer marks, including ''New Oxford Street, London'', and ''Rue Soribe Paris'' address. Lock is additionally marked ''E.M. Reilly & Co., London''. Mfg'd in approx. 1874. Condition is excellent. Barrel has toned somewhat but retains approx. 90% overall thinning blue. Case hardened frame and back lock have toned and silvered, as has lever, but colors are visible. Lifting block extension retains nearly all of its bright niter blue. Stock with light to just moderate impressions to both sides of cheekpiece; checking is extremely well defined and remains sharp over the last 125 years. Action is good, bore is fine. Est.: $7,500-$10,000. (Antique)
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Alexander Henry Small Frame Best Quality Takedown Rifle
Alexander Henry Small Frame Best Quality Single Shot Takedown Rifle, #6479, .360-2.25'' BPE cal., 25.5'' blue barrel, banknote engraved case hardened frame, lock, hammer and lever; finely checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with shadow-line cheekpiece, and steel toe and heel treatment to checkered walnut butt. Condition is fine. Barrel retains approx. 60% thinning blue. Frame and lock components have toned a silvery gray, and wood-to-metal fit is excellent. Express sight leaves appear to be a later replacement. Stock with just moderate general impressions to both sides, and impressions to left side of pistol-grip checking. Left rear portion of chamber area with two small holes now having filler screws, as rifle was once fitted for a scope. Action is good, bore is bright. Est.: $4,000-$6,000. (Antique)
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Antique Swiss Schuetzen Rifle
Antique Swiss Schuetzen 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 and elevation adjustable rear sight. 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. (Antique)
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Pre-WWI German Schuetzen Rifle
Pre-WWI German Schuetzen Rifle, #420, 8.15x46R cal., 30'' fluted rust blue barrel with flat sighting plain inlaid ''Victor Trulzsch in Nurnberg''; border engraved case hardened falling block frame, double set triggers, floral carved checkered cheekpiece walnut stock and forend, with protected ear pinned front sight and adjustable eyepiece removable Schuetzen rear sight. Ca.1910. Condition is about fine. Barrel retains approx. 85% thinning rust-type blue. Platina details have lightly tarnished. Edges to rear portion of sighting plain with minor dings to edges. Case colored receiver retains approx. 60% silvering and toning hues. Stock is fine with possibly an additional coat of varnish, small dings, and excellent detail to carving and checks. Set triggers function as designed. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Antique Lg-Bore Tranter ''Bull Dog'' Style Revolver
Antique Large-Bore Tranter ''British Bull Dog'' Style Double Action Revolver, #58320, .450 CF cal., 2.675'' octagonal barrel with blade front sight and border-engraved muzzle, dealer marked ''Cogswell & Harrison/223 & 224 Strand, London'' on right angled flat, and ''450'' flanked by proof marks on left; plain round 5-shot cylinder; solid frame has fine double-line border engraving with a flower at hammer screw on both sides, is marked ''*Tranter*/Patent'' in an oval and ''58320'' at left breech; spring-actuated cylinder pin (swivels left for cartridge ejection), release lever below and a right-side hinged loading gate, large loop trigger guard, and integral grip straps with lanyard loop on oval buttplate; one-piece varnished checkered walnut grips. Condition is very good+. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but an overall bright gunmetal color with sharp edges, engraving and markings. Grips are excellent showing sharp checkering, lovely grain and all original finish. Action is tight and crisp; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)
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Mex. War Era M.1836 Flintlock Martial Pistol
Exceptional Mexican War Era U.S. Model 1836 Single-Shot Flintlock Martial Pistol, by Robert Johnson of Middletown, CT, NVSN, .54 cal., 8.5'' round barrel with brass blade front and dished-oval rear sights, is marked ''US./JH/P'' and a tiny ''B'' at breech, with a captive stirrup-style button-tip steel ramrod; beveled lockplate is marked ''US./R. Johnson/Middn Conn/1842'' below the flint cock and curved brass pan; iron furniture includes a single barrel band having a long serpentine ''sideplate'', two-piece trigger guard with long lower tang extending to the circular buttcap whose backstrap extends to the top barrel tang; oil-stained one-piece walnut stock. Mfg'd 1842, with case hardened lockplate, hammer and frizzen, blued frizzen spring and trigger, and the balance of the metal finished bright. Condition is near excellent. Iron surfaces retain their original ''in-the-bright'' finish, with sharp edges and markings, the trigger and frizzen spring retain much original blue, the case hardened parts show a clean silvered tone. Stock is smooth and solid with original ''feathering'' and pleasing grain and color, and sharp left-side Army inspectors' markings of ''W.A.T'' (William A. Thornton) and ''JCB'' (Joseph C. Bragg) impressed within oval cartouches. Action is smooth and crisp; smoothbore is bright with scattered light etching; the pistol appears to be in original flintlock configuration with unbushed touchhole and correct parts. Est.: $1,500-$3,000. (Antique)
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U.S. Model 1842 Navy Perc. Pistol
U.S. Model 1842 Navy Single-Shot Boxlock Percussion Pistol, by Ames, NVSN, .54 cal., 6'' round barrel without sights, is marked ''USN/(anchor)1845/R/P'' at breech, with a captive stirrup-style steel button-tip ramrod; distinctive boxlock style flat lockplate is marked ''N.P. Ames/Springfield/Mass.'' below the hammer, and ''USN/1845'' vertically at rear; brass furniture includes a single pin-retained barrel band, one-piece trigger guard, and inset circular buttcap; oil-stained one-piece walnut fullstock. Mfg'd 1845, with browned barrel and the balance of the metal finished bright. Condition is very good+. Barrel retains no original finish, but a smooth brownish-gunmetal gray color with sharp markings; brass parts are clean with light age toning. Stock is smooth and solid with pleasing grain and color, lacks the left-side inspector's marking but has a faint ''60'' painted there and a later thin coat of varnish. Action is strong and crisp; smoothbore is bright with cleaned light etching; edges and markings are sharp; the pistol appears completely original. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Antique)
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Springfield 1868 Allin Trapdoor Rifle
Antique Springfield Model 1868 Allin Trapdoor Infantry Rifle, with bayonet and sling, #6043, .50 CF cal., 32.5'' round barrel with block-blade front sight (doubles as bayonet lug) and long-range sliding-leaf rear sight, marked ''6043'' at breech; trapdoor breech has matching ser. no., marked ''1869/(eagle head)/U.S.'' at hinge; beveled lockplate is stamped ''(spread-wing eagle and shield)'' to left of ''U.S./Springfield'' below latch lever, and ''1865'' to rear; iron furniture includes two-piece trigger guard marked ''P'' over ''43'' on long rear tang, curved buttplate marked ''US'' at top tang, two spring-retained barrel bands, nosecap, and slotted flat-tip ramrod; walnut fullstock has script ''SWP'' (Samuel W. Porter) inspector's cartouche at left opposite lock. Mfg'd ca. 1868-72, in overall ''arsenal bright'' finished metal and oil-stained stock. Condition is very good. Barrel retains much of its bright finish, the balance of the metal is smooth gunmetal gray with sharp edges and markings. Stock is sound and smooth with light use marks, minor loss around sideplate, nice grain and color. Action is crisp; bore is bright with defined rifling. Bayonet is gunmetal gray and marked ''US/S'' at throat; russet leather sling is sound with light aging. Est.: $700-$1,000. (Antique)
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Springfield 1870 Allin Trapdoor Rifle
Antique Springfield Model 1870 Allin Trapdoor Infantry Rifle, with bayonet and sling, #236, .50 CF cal., 32.5'' barrel with block-blade front sight (doubles as bayonet lug) and long-range sliding-leaf rear sight, marked ''236'' at breech; trapdoor breech is marked ''Model/1870/(eagle head)/U.S.'' at hinge; beveled lockplate is stamped ''(spread-wing eagle and shield)'' to left of ''U.S./Springfield'' below latch lever, and ''1863'' to rear; iron furniture includes two-piece trigger guard, curved buttplate marked ''US'' at top tang, two spring-retained barrel bands, nosecap, and slotted flat-tip ramrod; walnut fullstock. Mfg'd ca. 1870-73, in overall ''arsenal bright'' finished metal and oil-stained stock. Condition is very good. Barrel retains much of its bright finish, the balance of the metal is smooth gunmetal gray with sharp edges and markings. Stock is sound and smooth with light use marks and nice grain and color but no inspector's cartouche. Action is crisp; bore is clean with overall light frosting and defined rifling. Bayonet is gunmetal gray and marked ''US/S'' at throat; dark russet leather sling is sound and smooth. Est.: $750-$1,250. (Antique)
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Springfield Transitional Model 1873-1877 Trapdoor Rifle
Antique U.S. Springfield Transitional Model 1873-77 Trapdoor Breechloading Infantry Rifle, #357479, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal., 32-5/8'' round barrel with block-blade front and Buffington rear (marked ''R'' for Rifle) sights, is marked ''V/P/ (eagle head) / P'' and ''A'' at breech; trapdoor breechblock is marked ''US /Model/1873'' at hinge; flat lockplate is marked ''(spread-eagle)'' to left of ''U.S./Springfield'' at front; steel furniture includes two-piece triggerguard with sling swivel at front, buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw, two spring-retained barrel bands (front with stacking swivel), nosecap, and button-tip ramrod; oil-stained walnut fullstock has a bold ''SWP/1886'' rectangular cartouche of armory inspector Samuel W. Porter opposite lock. This rifle has the M1873 feature of the flush barrel-receiver juncture, and M1877 changes: low-arch breechblock, no date on lockplate, and elongated stock comb. Condition is fine. Barrel shows approx. 95% smooth military blue, triggerguard has 98% glossy blue, buttplate retains 60% blue; breech, lockplate and hammer are a smooth dark color; trapdoor shows lovely mottled case colors, edges and markings are sharp and clear. Stock is smooth and sound with lovely grain and color, a sharp inspector's mark, and darkening at buttplate. Buffington rear sight is from a later gun. Action is strong and smooth; bore is brilliant with deep rifling. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Antique)
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Robbins Lawrence M.1841 Mississippi Perc. Rifle
Mexican War-Era U.S. Model 1841 ''Mississippi'' Muzzleloading Percussion Infantry Rifle, by Robbins & Lawrence, NVSN, .54 cal., 33'' round barrel with blade front and raised notch rear sights, marked ''WW/P'' at breech; beveled lockplate is marked ''Robbins/&/Lawrence/U.S.'' ahead of hammer, and ''Windsor VT/1850'' vertically behind; brass furniture includes trigger guard having a long rear tang and sling swivel at front, serpentine sideplate, large right-side patchbox with hinged door opening to trap in butt containing a bullet worm, buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw, two spring-retained barrel bands (front of the double-strap type (with sling swivel) that forms a nosecap retaining the brass-tipped steel ramrod). Condition is very good. Barrel retains perhaps 40% thinning original brown (discolored at muzzle where possibly front sight was repaired), lockplate and hammer are gunmetal gray, brass has a smooth patina. Stock is sound and smooth having numerous marks of military use between the barrel bands (inspector's mark opposite lock is not visible). Action is very strong and smooth; bore is brilliant with deep rifling. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Antique)
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Sharps Model 1874 ''Straight Breech'' 3-Band Military Rifle
Sharps Model 1874 ''Straight Breech'' 3-Band Military Rifle, #C,49342, .50-70 CF cal., 30'' round barrel, with dovetailed post front and R.S. Lawrence patent folding-leaf rear sights and raised boss at breech, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in three lines below bottom band; steel receiver made without a pellet primer device, has serpentine trigger guard-operating lever that drops breechblock for cartridge loading/auto extraction and sliding lever latch at lower tang, is marked with the two-line Sharps 1848 patent date on left side, two-line 1852 patent date on right, and ser. no. on lower tang; oil-stained walnut forestock has a steel nosecap and is held by three spring-retained bands (middle with sling swivel), matching buttstock has an iron patchbox opening to a trap for spare parts/patches, rifle-style buttplate, and sling swivel mount at belly (ring missing). Mfg'd ca. 1871-73. Condition is very good retaining traces of original metal finishes (mottled case colors to hammer, bright blue to band springs) and an overall gunmetal gray tone. Stocks are sound and smooth showing scattered minor marks, were likely smoothed and re-oiled as inspectors' cartouches are not present. Edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth; bore is clean showing light overall frosting and defined rifling. This Model 1878 military rifle is rare, as only about 1,769 were mfg'd 150 years ago. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Antique)
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Civil War Era Peabody Infantry Rifle
Rare Civil War Era Peabody Single-Shot Infantry Rifle, NVSN, .45 Peabody RF cal., blued 33'' round barrel, with block-blade front (doubles as bayonet lug) and adjustable sliding-leaf rear sights has a ''(crown)/V'' (London?) proof mark at breech; case hardened receiver has matching proof mark over a tiny ''S'' at breech, marked ''Peabody's Pat./July 22, 1862/Man'f'd. by/Providence Tool Co./Prov. R.I.'' on left side, has case hardened side hammer and back-action lock with trigger guard operating lever that drops breech for loading/extraction, and tiny ''C'' and ''E'' marks at bottom front and rear; iron furniture includes two screw-retained barrel bands (lower with sling swivel), curved buttplate with a tiny ''F'' at top screw, slotted tulip-tip ramrod with cannelures; two-piece oil-stained walnut fullstock with sling swivel at lower butt. Mfg'd ca. 1866-71. Condition is near excellent. Barrel retains approx. 85% smooth thinning military blue; receiver, lockplate, hammer and lever show nicely mottled case colors; screw heads show fire-blue. Stock has a sharp oval ''W.C.'' (factory, not military) left-side inspector's cartouche, retains much original ''feathering,'' has minimal storage marks, very nice color and appearance, with minor losses around lockplate and frame. Action is crisp; bore is brilliant with deep rifling. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)
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Savage U.S. Model 1861 Perc. Rifle-Musket
U.S. Model 1861 Single-Shot Percussion Rifle-Musket, by Savage R.F.A. Co., with angular bayonet, NVSN, .58 cal., 40'' round barrel with block-blade front (doubles as a bayonet lug) and two-leaf rear sights, marked ''N.J'', ''V/P/(eagle head)'' and ''1863'' at breech; beveled lockplate is marked ''(spread-wing eagle with olive branches)/U.S.'' to left of ''Savage R.F.A. Co./Middletown, Ct.'' under percussion nipple bolster having a cleanout screw, and ''1863'' behind hammer; steel furniture includes two-piece trigger guard with sling swivel, buttplate marked ''U.S'' at top screw, three spring-retained barrel bands (middle with sling swivel), nosecap, and cupped tulip-head ramrod; oil-stained walnut fullstock is marked ''N.J'' on raised apron opposite lock. Condition is excellent. All steel surfaces retain their original ''arsenal bright'' finish that has lightly age-toned, edges and markings are very sharp and clear. Stock is sound and smooth with a few light handling/storage marks, sharp edges, and nice grain and color. The ''N.J'' mark on barrel and stock likely meant issue to New Jersey troops. Action is strong and smooth; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling; the gun appears unfired. ''US'' marked bayonet condition matches, but for a bit of scratching at throat. Est.: $1,500-$3,000. (Antique)
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SW No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver
Civil War Era Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver, #8354, .32 Long RF cal., 6'' tip-up octagonal barrel with blade front sight, marked with maker's name and address on top rib, has upper hinge and lower latch; round 6-shot cylinder has 1855-59-60 patent dates along its circumference; solid frame has top cylinder stop spring with notched rear sight, integral spurtrigger sheath and gripstraps, ser. no. on butt; two-piece mother-of-pearl grips. Mfg'd ca. 1861-74, originally with full blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel shows a smooth dark blue-brown patina with light erosion along top rib, balance of metal is smooth gunmetal gray. Grips show brilliant iridescence and color, a horizontal crack at left panel, and fit well. Action is smooth; bore is bright with light frosting toward muzzle and sharp rifling; barrel hinge and latch are secure; edges are sharp and markings are readable. Est.: $650-$950. (Antique)
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Antique Heavy-Barrel Sporting Rifle
Antique Heavy-Barrel Sporting Rifle, commercially altered from an early Model 1873 U.S. Springfield ''Trapdoor'' Infantry Rifle, #41535, .40-65 CF cal., blued 30'' heavy octagonal barrel, dovetailed large German-silver blade front and folding sliding-leaf buckhorn style rear sights, marked ''40-65'' on top flat at breech; case hardened receiver, matching trapdoor marked ''Model/1873/(eagle head)'' at hinge; case hardened flat lockplate is marked with a spread-wing eagle clutching olive branches and ''U.S./Springfield/1873,'' has matching hammer; varnished walnut halfstock has a long ebony (or buffalo horn) wedge inlay at Schnabel tip, checkered panels at forend and top/bottom of wrist, case hardened two-piece trigger guard and buttplate having a sliding door opening to trap in butt for jointed steel cleaning rod (not present). Altered ca. 1870s-90s. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% smooth barrel blue and brightly mottled case colors done at time of alteration. Nomenclature to sideplate is barely visible. Stock is sound and smooth with sharp checkering, minor handling marks, most original finish, and lovely grain and color. Forend shows a professionally done approx. 2'' spliced-in repair, 1'' crack at opposite side, and a half-inch crack at checkering. Action is tight and crisp; bore is bright showing light frosting and sharp rifling. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (Antique)
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Rare Springfield-Joslyn's Patent 1865 Rifle
Very Rare U.S. Springfield-Joslyn's Patent 1865 Rifle, #M2977 (on barrel tang), .50-70 CF cal., 35.5'' round barrel with block-blade front (doubles as a bayonet lug) and two-leaf rear sights, is unmarked; domed breechblock with left-side hinge and knurled release knob on right, is marked ''2774'' on top, and ''B.F. Joslyn's Patent/Oct. 6, 1861 June 24, 1862'' on rear face; beveled lockplate (likely altered from a M1863 lock) is marked ''(spread-wing eagle with olive branches)/U.S./Springfield'' under breech, and ''1864'' behind hammer; steel furniture includes two-piece trigger guard with sling swivel, buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw, three spring-retained barrel bands (middle with sling swivel), and nosecap; oil-stained walnut fullstock has a faint inspector's cartouche on raised apron opposite lock, and is marked ''Y'' over ''L'' on belly. Condition is very good to fine. All steel surfaces retain their original ''arsenal bright'' finish that has lightly age-toned, edges and markings are sharp and clear. Stock is sound and smooth with the expected marks of normal military use, and nice grain and color. Action is strong and smooth; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling; the gun has seen little actual use. This rifle was not a post-war cartridge alteration to a Civil War rifle-musket, but the first breech-loading cartridge arm made in quantity by a national armory. The breech units (designed for the .50-60-450 Joslyn RF cartridge) were supplied by Joslyn to Springfield Armory in early 1865, where they were assembled with new barrels, locks and stocks specifically made for this action. Of the 3,007 rifles made, Springfield then altered 1,600 to .50-70 CF, such as this example, with correct mixed serial numbers. Thus, they are rarely seen or offered for sale today. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)
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Sharps Model 1859 ''Straight Breech'' Perc. Military Rifle
Antique Sharps Model 1859 ''Straight Breech'' Percussion Military Rifle, possibly issued to Col. Hiram Berdan's U.S. Sharpshooters due to its serial number and double set triggers, #55933, .52 cal., 30'' round barrel with block-blade front sight (doubles as bayonet lug) and sliding-leaf rear sight, is marked ''Sharps Rifle/Manuf'g. Co./Hartford, Conn.'' behind lower band and ''New Model 1859'' at breech; receiver is marked ''Sharps Pat./Sept. 12th 1848'' at left, and ''R.S. Lawrence Pat./April 12th 1859'' over ''C. Sharps Pat/Oct.5th 1852'' on right, has pellet primer mechanism behind hammer, loop operating lever, and very rare double set triggers; oil-stained walnut forestock is held by three spring-retained bands (middle with sling swivel) and an iron nosecap, matching buttstock with iron buttplate, iron patchbox opening to a trap for patches, worm and extra nipples, with a sling swivel below. Condition is complete, original and very good, the metal surfaces having no original finishes but a gunmetal gray color with scattered pitting, age discoloration and sharp markings. Stocks are sound and smooth having occasional age/use dings and no inspectors' stamps. Action is strong and smooth; bore is clean showing scattered erosion and sharp rifling. Est.: $2,800-$3,400. (Antique)
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Antique Sharps New Model 1863 Carbine
Antique Sharps New Model 1863 Breechloading Saddle Ring Cavalry Carbine, altered by the Sharps Co. to metallic cartridge c. 1867, #C10766, .52-70 RF cal., blued 22'' round barrel with block-blade front and adjustable sliding-leaf rear sights, is marked ''Sharps Rifle/Manuf'g. Co./Hartford Conn.'' ahead of rear sight, and ''New Model 1863'' behind; case hardened ''Straight Breech'' receiver is marked with R.S. Lawrence's 1859 patent behind hammer and Sharps' 1852 patent below on right side, Sharps' 1848 patent and a steel sling bar and ring on left side, has a spring-loaded firing pin and a serpentine operating lever that drops open the breechblock for loading cartridges; oil-stained walnut forestock has a single spring-retained barrel band; matching buttstock has a ''DFC'' (David F. Clark) ribbon-shaped inspector's cartouche on left side, and case hardened buttplate. Condition is excellent. Barrel retains approx. 98% smooth military-style dull blue; receiver, hammer, lever and triggerplate show faint mottled case colors turning to silver. Stocks are smooth and solid having original ''feathering'' and nice grain and color. Action is smooth; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (Antique)
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Civil War Spencer Model 1865 Saddle Ring Carbine
Antique Civil War Era Spencer Model 1865 Saddle Ring Carbine, #3475, .50 RF cal., 20'' round barrel with carbine sights, marked ''M 1865'' at breech; steel receiver has serpentine operating lever-trigger guard that drops breech for cartridge loading/extraction, has right-side back-action hammer, left-side sling ring and bar, Stabler trigger cut-off device (converts action to single-shot), marked with maker's name, address and 1860 patent date at top breech and ''3475'' behind; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, the forend with single barrel band, the buttstock with curved iron buttplate having a sliding door opening to central cartridge magazine tube, and a sling swivel at belly. Mfg'd ca. 1865-66, originally with blued barrel, case hardened receiver, barrel band and buttplate. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish (occasional flashes of blue in protected places and case hardening on internals), but an overall aged dark gunmetal-brown with scattered light roughness/pitting. Stocks are sound and smooth showing minimal marks and a secure 2'' crack at left forend at frame juncture. Edges and markings are good; action is strong and smooth; bore is bright having scattered erosion and sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Colt 1861 Navy Factory Altered Revolver
Antique Colt Model 1861 Navy Factory Altered to Metallic Cartridge Revolver, #4602, .38 CF cal., blued 7.5'' round ''streamlined'' barrel is marked with the maker's name and address in 1-line on top, ''R.W.M.(anchor)'' underneath, and fitted with a right-side ejector rod; blued 6-shot round cylinder has the rolled naval battle scene and is marked ''Colt's Patent No. 59119/4315''; case hardened steel frame has the two-line 1871-72 patent dates at left side (stamped over the original ''Colt's/Patent'' marking), a rear conversion ring with hinged loading gate (batch marked ''602''), and marked ''C'' inside the hammer channel; brass grip straps (marked ''36 Cal'' on left trigger guard bolster); one-piece oil-finished walnut grips. Mixed serial numbers, with ''4602'' stamped adjacent to some originals. Condition is near fine as configured. Barrel retains approx. 25% blue, mainly in protected areas; cylinder shows all of its original rolled scene and an overall gunmetal gray; frame, conversion plate and hammer retain mottled-to-bright case colors, trigger with bright fire-blue; brass shows light toning. Grips are sound, smooth and retain much varnish. Action is crisp; bore is clean and bright with scattered light etching and sharp rifling. This pistol bears many traits of the U.S. Navy alterations, but lacks the ''USN'' backstrap marking and military inspector's grip cartouche. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Antique)
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Antique Sharps-Borchardt Model 1878 Military Rifle
Antique Sharps-Borchardt Model 1878 Lever Action Single-Shot Military Rifle, #19926, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal., 32-1/8'' round barrel with block-blade front (doubles as bayonet lug) and folding sliding-leaf rear sights, marked ''Old Reliable'' and ''Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport, Conn.'' ahead of breech; solid receiver has concealed hammer, combination trigger guard-operating lever that drops breechblock for loading-auto cartridge extraction, unique sliding trigger safety, sling swivel beneath, marked with maker's name, address, ser. no. and 1876 patent date in four lines on left side; steel mountings include two screw-retained barrel bands (upper with sling swivel), nosecap, slotted and knurled-tip cleaning rod and buttplate with coarse checkering; oil-stained two-piece walnut stocks. Mfg'd ca. 1878-81, in blued and case hardened finishes. Condition is very good retaining no original metal finishes but a clean, light gunmetal gray with sharp edges and markings. Stocks are solid and smooth having only minor marks to bottom edges. Action is smooth and tight; bore is bright with scattered light etching and sharp rifling. This Model 1878 military rifle is quite the rarity today, with approx. 6,900 produced more than 140 years ago. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Antique)*
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Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Mississippi Rifle
Mexican War Era U.S. Model 1841 ''Mississippi'' Percussion Rifle, by Harpers Ferry Armory, with leather sling and wooden tompion, NVSN, .54 cal., 33'' round barrel with simple brass-blade front and notched rear sights, marked ''US/SM/VP'' at breech and ''1850'' on top tang; beveled lockplate is marked with a spread-wing eagle clutching olive branches over ''US'' ahead of hammer, and ''Harpers/Ferry/1849'' vertically behind; brass furniture includes two spring-retained barrel bands (top of the double-strap type with attached sling swivel), serpentine sideplate, two-piece trigger guard having a long rear tang, large plain patchbox opening to a trap for patches and spare parts (extra nipple is present), and buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw; one-piece oil-finished walnut fullstock having faint ''WAT'' (William A. Thornton) inspector's initials within an oval cartouche opposite the lock, and correct early brass-tipped tulip-head steel ramrod. Mfg'd ca. 1850, originally with browned barrel, case hardened lock, blued screws, ''bright'' brass, and oil-stained stock. Condition is very good retaining little original finish, the barrel having a brownish patina mixed with light age etching, the balance of the steel being gunmetal gray, the brass an aged tone (nicks to buttplate). Stock is solid showing the expected light marks of age and military use. All metal edges and markings are clear; action is strong and smooth; condition of bore is unknown as tompion cannot be easily removed. Patent leather sling shows its age with minor flaking but is sound and complete; tompion is fine. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Antique)
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Springfield Trans'l 1873/1877 Trapdoor Carbine
Antique U.S. Springfield Transitional Model 1873/1877 ''Trapdoor'' Breechloading Saddle Ring Carbine, #6672, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal., 22'' round barrel with block-blade front and stepped sliding-leaf rear sights, marked ''V/P/(eagle head)/PP'' at breech; trapdoor breechblock is marked ''Model/1873/(eagle head)/(crossed arrows)/US'' at hinge; flat lockplate is marked ''(spread-eagle)'' to left of ''U.S./Springfield'' at front; steel furniture includes left side sling bar and ring, carbine buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw with door pivoting open to butt trap for a three-piece cleaning rod (rod is present), two-piece trigger guard, and single spring-retained barrel band with stacking swivel; oil-stained walnut halfstock. This carbine retains the 1873-style lockplate markings (without the date), high-arch breechblock with earliest markings, and flush barrel-receiver juncture, but adds the transitional ''Model 1877'' changes including the stepped-base rear sight, a longer stock comb and buttstock trap for cleaning rod. Condition is fine. Barrel shows a smooth blue-brown patina; breech, trapdoor, lockplate and hammer are a smooth dark color; trigger guard retains 60% blue; edges and markings are sharp and clear. Stock is sound with minor marks, lovely grain and color, and perhaps a later coat of finish as no inspector's mark is present. Action is strong and smooth; bore is mostly shiny with defined rifling. Fewer than 3,000 of these 1873-77 carbines were made, making them quite scarce and desirable today. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (Antique)
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Springfield Model 1873/1877 Infantry Rifle
Springfield Model 1873/1877 Trapdoor Infantry Rifle, with bayonet, scabbard and frog, #458567, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal., 32-5/8'' round barrel with block-blade front sight (doubles as bayonet lug) and Buffington rear sight (stamped ''R'' for Rifle), marked ''V/P/(eagle head)/P'' and ''A'' at breech; trapdoor is marked ''US/Model/1873'' at hinge; flat lockplate is marked ''(spread-wing eagle)'' and ''US/Springfield'' ahead of hammer; steel furniture includes two-piece trigger guard with sling swivel at front, curved buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw, two spring-retained bands (top with stacking swivel), nosecap, and slotted button-tip ramrod; oil-stained walnut fullstock. This is the transitional Model 1877 rifle having a longer stock comb, low-arch breechblock, and no ''1873'' lockplate date. Condition is very good, the metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% original military-style blue (with light aging to barrel and highpoint losses to buttplate), dark color to case hardened lock, and smooth wood having pleasing grain and color (likely having been sanded and stained, as it is lacking inspector's markings); rear sight is a later addition. Action is crisp and smooth; bore shines with scattered erosion and deep rifling. Bayonet retains 85% original blue with occasional discoloration and is marked ''U.S.'' over ''E'' at throat, scabbard is mostly gunmetal gray, black leather frog is sound showing light age and has a large brass ''US'' rosette. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Infantry Rifle
Antique Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Single-Shot Infantry Rifle, #485182, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal., 32-5/8'' round barrel with block-blade front (doubles as bayonet lug) and adjustable folding-leaf Buffington (correctly marked ''R'' for Rifle) rear sight, marked ''V/P/(eagle head)/P'' and ''A'' at breech; hinged trapdoor breechblock is marked ''U.S./Model/1884'' at front; flat lockplate is marked ''(spread-wing eagle with shield)'' and ''U.S./Springfield'' below latch; steel mountings include two spring-retained barrel bands (top with stacking swivel), two-piece trigger guard with sling swivel at front, curved buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw, nosecap, and slotted button-tip ramrod; one-piece oil-stained walnut fullstock has a sharp ''SWP'' (Samuel W. Porter) over ''1890'' script inspector's cartouche opposite lock. Mfg'd ca. 1886-91. Condition is near excellent. Barrel retains approx. 90% smooth thinning military blue; barrel bands, trigger guard and nosecap show deep glossy original blue; trapdoor retains mottled case colors; hammer, latch and lockplate are dark; buttplate retains all blue to top tang but is otherwise gunmetal gray. Stock is solid with only minor age-use marks, sharp ''N'' and encircled ''P'' proofs at belly, and very pleasing grain and color. Sharp edges and clear markings throughout; action is strong; bore shines with light frosting toward muzzle and sharp rifling. Est.: $1,600-$1,800. (Antique)
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Antique Large-Bore Underhammer Perc. Pistol
Antique Large-Bore Underhammer Single-Shot Saw-Handle Percussion Pistol, unmarked but by Blunt & Syms of New York, NVSN, approx. .48 cal., 4.75'' round-to-octagonal barrel, post front sight, knurled cannon turnings at muzzle and round-octagon juncture; undecorated saw-handle iron frame has a raised-notch rear sight on the long, flat sighting plane, hammer and trigger located beneath, and integral grip straps; two-piece varnished walnut grips have a raised molding at oval butt. Mfg'd ca. 1840s-50s. Condition is very good+. Barrel retains traces of original blue on the flats, otherwise the metal is smooth gunmetal gray with sharp edges and light black powder pitting in area of the percussion nipple. Grips are sound and smooth with nice grain, small chips at right toe and heel, and a later coat of varnish. Action is tight and smooth; bore is clean with etching toward muzzle and deep rifling. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Antique Rupertus 8-Shot Pepperbox Pistol
Antique Jacob Rupertus 8-Shot Revolving Pepperbox Pistol, #2640, .22 RF cal., blued 3'' round fluted and tapered barrel group, has a removable steel ejector rod with knurled head in its center; silver-plated brass frame has the circular marking ''Rupertus' Patent/July 19th, 1864'' on left side and ''Rupertus' Pat. Pistol Mfg. Co./Philada.'' on right, a rotating steel breech with hinged loading gate (acts as a safety), spurtrigger sheath and integral gripstraps; two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd 1860s, in a quantity of about 3,000 pistols. Condition is very good+. The barrel group shows traces of original blue but is mostly gunmetal gray with scattered light peppering at breech, the frame retains approx. 85% tarnished silver-plate. Grips are smooth and solid with much original finish. Action is fine; smoothbores are clean and bright with scattered light etching at muzzles. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Antique)
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Antique Lindsay's ''Young America'' Perc. Pistol
Antique Lindsay's ''Young America'' Superposed 2-Shot Single Barrel Percussion Pistol, #1000, .41 cal., 4'' octagonal-to-square barrel with blade front and deep top-groove rear sights, marked ''Lindsay's/Young-America/Manf'd. by/J.P. Lindsay Man'fg. Co./New-York'' amid fine floral engraving on right side, and a scene of flags, banners and bugles flanked by a recumbent lion on left, and a rearing spread-wing eagle on right, on opposite side; brass frame has twin triggers, integral spurtrigger sheath and gripstraps; two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. early 1860s, in only a few hundred guns. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but are smooth and clean with sharp markings and engraving; grips retain much original finish. Action is crisp; smoothbore is bright. Est.: $750-$1,500. (Antique)
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Smith Patent Revolving 2-Barrel Pocket Pistol
Antique English Smith Patent Revolving Two-Barrel Percussion Pocket Pistol, #GB-680, approx. .42 cal., 3'' octagonal barrel group with small post front sights has British proof marks, engraving at muzzles, and ser. no.; brass frame has an internal striker to detonate percussion caps, a graceful right-side cocking lever, folding trigger that drops on cocking, delicate floral engraving and bordering with ''Smith/Patent'' within a right-side ribbon, and integral gripstraps; varnished finely-checkered dark hardwood bag-style grips have a floral engraved German silver buttcap and a vacant oval wrist inlay. Mfg'd ca. 1830s-60s, originally with silver plated barrels and gold-plated frame. Condition is very good+. Barrel group retains traces of silver but is mostly smooth gunmetal gray; frame retains good traces of gold plating; edges, engraving and markings are sharp. Grips are sound with sharp checkering, a few handling/use marks (mainly to right side), fit well, and retain much original varnish. Action is smooth; barrels rotate freely and are secure; smoothbores shine. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Minn. Fire Arms Co. ''The Protector'' Palm Pistol
Antique Minneapolis Fire Arms Co. ''The Protector'' Palm or ''Squeezer'' Pistol, #2939, .32 CF cal., 1.75'' round-to-octagonal barrel is unmarked and made without sights; 2.25'' round body with 7-shot internal rotary chambers, has finely-checkered brown hard rubber screw-off sideplates that are marked ''The Protector/Minn. Fire Arms Co.'' on left side inner metal ring, and ''(star) Patented March 6, 1883 (star)'' on right; top-hinged, spring-actuated squeezer grip at rear has bottom push-bar that cocks and fires the pistol. Originally with full nickel-plated finish. Condition is excellent. Metal retains approx. 97% original bright nickel (with 5 or 6 tiny spots of finish puckering), hard rubber sideplates are perfect. Action works as designed; smoothbore is spotless; the gun is probably unfired. Unlike its slightly larger cousin, the Chicago Palm Pistol, this was made without a matching, checkered hard rubber grip pad; only about 3,000 were mfg'd ca. 1891-92. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Antique Eben T. Starr 5th Model 4-Barrel Pepperbox
Antique Eben T. Starr 5th Model 4-Barrel Button-Trigger Pepperbox, NVSN, .32 RF cal., 2.75'' tip-up barrel group with tiny pin front sight, marked only ''7/K'' beneath; brass frame with same marking, has a distinctive standing breech with sequentially-revolving firing pin, right-side hammer, left-side push-button barrel release, checkered button trigger, a large left-side circular sideplate marked ''Starr's Pat's/May 10, 1864'', and integral gripstraps; one-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1864-69, originally with blued barrel group and silver-plated frame. Condition is very good. Barrel retains traces of original blue and a smooth blue-brown tone; brass retains no original finish but is smooth and clean; all edges and markings are sharp. Grips are smooth with light highpoint wear, handling marks, and an added coat of varnish. Action is smooth; bores are clean with faint rifling; barrel hinge is sound. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)
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Antique Sharps No. 4-B 4-Barrel Pepperbox
Antique Sharps No. 4-B Four-Barrel Pepperbox Pistol, with chamois sleeve-type holster and two-piece box, #8328, .32 Long RF cal., blued 2.5'' barrel cluster has tiny pin front sight, slides forward for cartridge loading/extraction; case hardened iron frame with integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' gripstraps, marked ''C. Sharps Patent/Jan 25, 1859'' on right side, has a left-side barrel release button and a central hammer with sequential rotating firing pin; two-piece varnished rosewood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1859-74. Condition is very good. Barrel retains approx. 80% glossy original blue, the frame has hints of case colors but is mostly smooth gunmetal gray. Grips are smooth and solid with 60% varnish. Action is tight and smooth; bores are bright with sharp rifling; barrel lockup is secure. Chamois holster is sound and nice; un-partitioned box is perhaps made of molded leather with a pleasing antique walnut finish. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Moore's Pat. No. 1 ''Crab Claw'' Derringer
Antique Moore's Patent No. 1 ''Crab Claw'' Single Shot Spurtrigger Derringer, #1107, .41 RF cal., 2.5'' teardrop-shaped barrel with blade front sight, marked ''Moore's Pat. F.A. Co., Brooklyn, N.Y.'' on top flat, twists to side on bottom hinge for cartridge loading/extraction; brass (or bronze) frame has integral spurtrigger sheath and bag grips, right-side barrel release button, hammer with distinctive knurled split-spur sighting notch. Pistol features overall floral scroll engraving, plus fletched arrows on either side of barrel, a peony-like flower atop the breech, checkered oval panels on grip sides, and a large, fancy shield-shaped panel enclosing checkering along the backstrap. Mfg'd ca. 1860-65, likely originally with blued barrel and silver-plated frame. Condition is very good+. Metal surfaces retain no original finish, but are smooth and clean with sharp markings and engraving and light wear. Action is smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling; barrel hinge is tight. This First Model is scarce as only about 3,000 were mfg'd. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Antique E. Allen Co. Vest Pocket Derringer
Antique E. Allen & Co. ''Vest Pocket'' Single Shot Spurtrigger Derringer, #26487, .22 RF cal., 2.25'' round-to-octagonal barrel has a tiny knurled ring at juncture and no sights, pivots right for loading/extraction, marked ''E. Allen & Co. Makers'' on top flat; frame with integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' grip straps two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1869-71, originally with full nickel-plate finish. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% original smooth and bright nickel, with one 1/8'' spot at left barrel side. Grips shows very light highpoint wear and most original varnish. Action is smooth and tight; smoothbore is bright with very light erosion toward muzzle; barrel hinge is sound. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)*
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Antique Frank Wesson 2-Barrel ''Watch Fob'' Pistol
Antique Frank Wesson Small Frame Superposed 2-Barrel ''Watch Fob'' Pistol, 2nd Type, #1621, .22 Short RF cal., 2'' octagonal barrel group marked with maker's name, address and ''Dec 15/68'' patent date, revolves on center axis to load/eject; brass frame has bottom barrel release button, integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' grip straps, hammer with hole in thumb spur to hang from a watch chain; two-piece varnished rosewood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1868-80. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but are smooth and clean with sharp markings. Grips have light marks but retain most original finish. Action is smooth; bores are bright with defined rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)*
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American Arms Co. O/U Derringer
American Arms Co. Over/Under Double-Barrel Spurtrigger Derringer, #454, .32 RF cal., 2.625'' ''octagonal'' two-barrel group with two blade front sights, marked ''America Arms Co. Boston, Mass.'' on one top flat, and ''Pat. Oct. 31, 1865 - June 19, 1866'' on the other; brass frame has single hammer, bottom barrel release button, integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' gripstraps, is marked ''454'' on butt; two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca.1866-78, originally with blued barrel and silver-plated frame. Condition is very good. Barrel group retains no original finish, but is gunmetal gray having overall light erosion; frame retains perhaps 70% tarnished silver. Grips are smooth with 50% original finish; sharp edges and clear markings. Action is tight and smooth; bores are bright with etching at muzzles and sharp rifling. These are scarce today, as only about 1,500 in this caliber and configuration were made 150 years ago. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Antique XL Derringer Pocket Pistol
Antique ''XL Derringer'' Single-Shot Spurtrigger Cartridge Pocket Pistol, #493, .41 RF cal., 2-9/16'' octagonal barrel with blade front sight pivots to side for loading/auto extraction, marked ''XL Derringer'' on top flat and ''Pat. Apr. 5, 1870'' on left angled flat; iron frame has standing breech, central hammer, integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' gripstraps; two-piece varnished rosewood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1870s, originally with blued barrel and nickel-plated frame. Condition is near fine. Barrel retains traces of original blue and is a smooth gunmetal tone; frame retains 96% bright original plating, with very light speckling to right side; hammer shows muted case colors. Grips are smooth showing light wear and much original varnish. Action is crisp; bore is bright with light frosting and sharp rifling; barrel hinge is sound; edges and markings are sharp. Made by Hopkins & Allen, these ''XL Derringers'' are quite scarce, as only approx. 2,000 were mfg'd. 150 years ago; iron frame examples like this one are even scarcer and more desirable. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Antique E. Allen Co. Single-Shot Derringer
Antique E. Allen & Co. Single-Shot Breechloading Spurtrigger Derringer, 1st Model, #24, .41 RF cal., 2.5'' round-to-octagonal barrel with small blade front sight, marked ''E. Allen & Co. Worcester, Mass./Allen's Pat. Mch. 7, 1865'' on top, pivots to side for cartridge loading/auto extraction; iron frame has integral spurtrigger sheath and gripstraps; two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd 1865-71, originally with full-blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel retains much glossy, deep blue on round section, especially underneath, and good traces elsewhere mixed with smooth gunmetal gray; frame shows no original finish, but is smooth gunmetal gray; all edges and markings are sharp. Grips are sound and smooth with 96% original finish. Action is tight and crisp; bore is clean with light frosting toward breech and sharp rifling; barrel hinge is sound. Only about 2,000 of these distinctive derringers were mfg'd. 150 years ago, making them quite scarce today. Est.: $700-$900. (Antique)
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Antique Sharps No. 1-C 4-Barrel Pepperbox
Antique Sharps No. 1-C Four-Barrel Pepperbox Pistol, #2846, .22 RF cal., blued 2.5'' barrel cluster has tiny pin front sight, slides forward for cartridge loading/extraction; silver-plated brass frame with integral spurtrigger sheath and gripstraps, has a circular ''C. Sharps/Patent 1859'' marking on left side, and ''C. Sharps & Co./Philada. PA'' on right, a front barrel release button, and hammer with sequential rotating firing pin; varnished one-piece rosewood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1859-74. Condition is near fine. Barrel retains traces of original finish, mixing with a smooth gunmetal gray; frame retains 85%-90% original silver-plate, darkened with tarnish. Grips are smooth and solid with highpoint wear at butt sides and retain most of their glossy varnish. Action is tight and smooth; bores are bright with distinct rifling; barrel sliding mechanism is secure and tight. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Remington-Rider Pocket Revolver
Antique Remington-Rider Double Action Pocket Revolver, #182, .32 RF cal., 2.25'' octagonal barrel with pin front sight is unmarked; plain 5-shot round cylinder with rear conversion plate; solid frame with long top strap sighting groove, has integral gripstraps and a separate loop trigger guard, blued hammer and trigger; two-piece checkered brown hard rubber grips. Mfg'd post-1873, originally in full-nickel plate finish with fire-blued hammer and trigger. Condition is near fine. Barrel and cylinder retain approx. 75% original nickel with scattered light speckling; the frame, straps and trigger guard retain approx. 96% of what may be a professional refinish (but difficult to determine, even under very close examination); hammer and trigger show bright fire-blue. Grips are smooth and show no wear. Action is crisp and tight; bore is bright with sharp rifling, as are cylinder bores. This pistol left the Remington factory as a cartridge gun (not altered from percussion), as it has a hammer that will work with either percussion or cartridge cylinders, and no recoil shield capping groove; its limited production (only about 2,000 of both types) and factory short barrel make it all the more desirable. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Antique Remington New Model Pocket Revolver
Antique Remington ''New Model Pocket'' Single Action Spurtrigger Revolver, #22650, .32 RF cal., 3.5'' octagonal barrel with blade front sight, marked with maker's name, address, 1858-63 patent dates, and ''New Model'' in three lines on top flat, has hinged loading lever beneath; plain round 5-shot cylinder with conversion plate at rear; solid frame with long top sighting groove, integral spurtrigger sheath and grip straps; plain varnished one-piece walnut grips. Mfg'd post-1873, originally with full nickel-plate finish. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95% smooth bright nickel, the only loss being to the trigger guard, which retains perhaps 50% nickel (difficult to discern as colors match closely). Grips are smooth and solid with lovely rosewood-like grain and color and 90% glossy original varnish. All edges and markings are sharp. Action is crisp and tight; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Merwin, Hulbert Pocket Army Single Action Revolver
Antique Indian Wars Era Merwin, Hulbert & Co. ''Pocket Army'' Single Action Revolver, #3003, .44-40 CF cal., 3.25'' barrel with integral blade front sight pivots right to open, marked ''Hopkins & Allen M'fg. Co., Norwich, Conn. U.S.A.'' followed by 1874-75-76-77 patent dates in two lines on left side; 6-shot cylinder having central ''scoop'' flutes; open-top frame with integral notch rear sight at top, marked ''Calibre/Winchester/1873'' on left side and ''Merwin, Hulbert & Co. N.Y./Pocket Army'' on right, has loading gate on right that slides downward for cartridge loading/extraction, and integral ''bird's head'' grips, straps with ''skull cracker'' butt having a lanyard hole; checkered two-piece hard rubber grips. Mfg'd ca. 1876-1880s, originally with full nickel-plate finish, case hardened hammer and trigger guard, and fire-blue trigger. Condition is near excellent retaining almost 99% smooth bright nickel with a minute bit of pinpricking at butt, muted case colors, and bright blue on trigger and hammer. Grips have sharp checkering and light highpoint wear, but no chips, cracks or losses. All edges and markings are sharp. Action is strong and smooth (but cylinder does not fully lock when hammer is down; lockup is tight when cocked); bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,400-$1,800. (Antique)*
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Antique Remington New Model Pocket Revolver
Antique Remington New Model Pocket Single Action Spurtrigger Revolver, #5114, .32 RF cal., 4.5'' octagonal barrel with blade front sight, marked with maker's name, address, 1858-63 patent dates, and ''New Model'' in three lines on top flat, has hinged loading lever underneath; plain round 5-shot cylinder with conversion plate at rear; solid frame with long top sighting groove, integral spurtrigger sheath and gripstraps; plain varnished one-piece walnut grips. Mfg'd post-1873, originally with full nickel-plate finish, case hardened hammer and fire-blue trigger. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 90%-92% smooth bright nickel having minor losses at muzzle, rear of top strap and one area of cylinder; hammer with muted case colors and light left-side pitting, trigger with bright blue. Grips are smooth and solid with a few handling marks to left side and most original varnish. Sharp edges and markings. Action is smooth and tight; bore is bright with light pitting toward muzzle and sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)
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Antique Colt ''New Line'' Pocket Revolver
Antique Colt ''New Line'' .41 Caliber Spurtrigger Pocket Revolver, #6916, .41 RF cal., 2.25'' barrel with blade front sight marked with maker's name and address on top, ''Pat. Sept. 15, 1874/6916'' in tiny letters beneath, and ''Colt New 41'' in an etched panel on left side; fluted round 5-shot cylinder; solid frame with integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' gripstraps, marked ''41 Cal'' on left side, has knurled cylinder pin that doubles as ejector rod; two-piece varnished rosewood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1877, originally with full nickel-plated finish. Condition is near excellent. Metal surfaces retain approx. 96% bright original nickel. Grips have nice grain and color, light highpoint wear, and 93% original finish; barrel etching and other markings are sharp. Action is smooth; bore is bright with scattered light etching and sharp rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Stevens New Model No. 40 Single-Shot Pocket Rifle
Stevens New Model No. 40 Single-Shot Pocket Rifle, with matching-number skeleton shoulder stock, #30628, .22 RF cal., 10'' round-to-octagonal barrel, hooded combination bead-blade front and folding sliding-leaf rear sights, marked with maker's name and address on top flat and ser. no. at left breech, has auto extraction; iron frame has central hammer, left-side barrel release button, separate loop trigger guard, and integral gripstraps with two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1896-1916, originally with blued barrel and trigger, case hardened hammer, nickel-plated frame, straps and shoulder stock. Condition is excellent. Barrel and trigger retain approx. 92% blue with wear at muzzle, muted case colors to hammer, 90% bright nickel showing wear and minor roughening to frame sides and bottom. Shoulder stock is in matching condition. Grips are sound and smooth with much finish remaining. Markings and edges are sharp, action is smooth, bore is brilliant with defined rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R)
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Antique Colt ''Lightning'' Medium Frame Carbine
Antique Colt ''Lightning'' Medium Frame Saddle Ring Carbine, #54679, .44-40 CF cal., 20'' tapered barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1883-85-86-87 patent dates on top, and ''44 Cal.'' at left breech; 12-shot mag tube beneath; receiver has sliding top ejection-port cover, integral loop trigger guard and left-side saddle ring, marked ''54679'' on lower tang; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, sliding grip-forend with checkered panel, buttstock with curved steel carbine buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1891, originally in full-blued finish. Condition is very good, the barrel and mag. tube showing an overall gunmetal patina with scattered roughness and traces of blue, the receiver with 50% thinning blue. Stocks are solid and smooth with scattered light marks (esp. left wrist), sharp checkering, and an added coat of varnish. Action is smooth; bore is clean showing scattered roughness and sharp rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Antique)
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Winchester Model 1873 3rd Type Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1873 3rd Type Lever Action Rifle, #103150A, .32 WCF (.32-20) CF cal., 30'' octagonal barrel with buckhorn style sights, marked with the maker's name, address and ''King's Improvement-Patented-March 29, 1856, October 16, 1860'' in two lines on top flat, and ''32-Cal'' at breech; full-length mag. tube below; receiver has brass cartridge lifter marked ''32 Cal'' on bottom, sliding top dustcover, right-side loading port, loop cocking lever, is marked ''Model 1873'' flanked by flourishes at top tang, and ser. no. on bottom tang; varnished walnut forend and matching buttstock with crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1882, originally in full-blued finish with case hardened lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is very good, the metal surfaces retaining very little finish but having a smooth blue-brown patina, sharp edges and markings. Stocks are sound showing marks commensurate with age and use, fit well, have nice grain and color and retain much finish. Action is smooth; bore is shiny showing overall light etching and defined rifling. Quite desirable with this long 30'' barrel. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Antique)*
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Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine, 3rd Model, #178249A. .44 WCF (.44-40) cal., 20'' round barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name, address and King's patent dates in two lines on top flat, and ''44 W.C.F.'' at breech; full-length mag tube is retained by a barrel band; receiver with loop operating lever, right-side loading, top ejection and saddle ring and stud at left, marked ''Model 1873'' followed by feather-like flourishes on upper tang and ser. no. on lower, brass cartridge lifter is unmarked; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, forend with single barrel band, buttstock with steel carbine buttplate having a sliding door opening to trap in butt. Mfg'd ca. 1885, with full-blued finish but for case hardened lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is very good. Barrel and mag tube retain traces of blue in protected places turning smooth brown, the balance of the metal generally an overall gunmetal gray having scattered discoloration and erosion (esp. at frame top and buttplate), and darkened case colors. Stocks are sound showing attractive grain, minor handling marks (shallow gouge at bottom of forend) and smooth finish. Edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth; bore is dark showing deep erosion and good rifling. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Antique)*
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Antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle
Antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle, #131490, .32 WCF (.32-20) cal., 24-3/8'' octagonal barrel, standard open rifle sights, marked with maker's name and address on top flat and the caliber at breech; full-length mag tube beneath; receiver has loop operating lever that drops breech for auto cartridge loading and top ejection, is marked ''Model 1892/Winchester/Pat. Oct. 14, 1884'' at top tang and ser. no. at bottom front; oil-finished walnut forearm with steel nosecap and matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1896, in full blued finish. Condition is fine. Barrel retains approx. 95% original blue, receiver 75%, buttplate is a smooth dark gunmetal gray. Stocks are solid and smooth with light use-handling marks and an added coat of varnish. All edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling. Octagon barrel '92s are scarce and collectible. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (Antique)*
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Antique Marlin Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle
Antique Marlin Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle, #152202, .40-65 CF cal., 26.5'' octagonal barrel with dovetailed bead front and adjustable buckhorn rear sight, marked with maker's name, address and patent dates in two lines ahead of rear sight, and ''40-65'' behind; full-length under-barrel magazine tube; solid frame with right-side cartridge ejection marked ''Marlin Safety'' flanked by feather-like finials on top, ''Model/1895'' on top tang, and ''152202'' at bottom front; loop operating lever; varnished walnut stocks have near-deluxe grain and checkered panels at forearm and wrist, steel nosecap and crescent rifle buttplate. Mfg'd pre-1896. Condition is fine. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 92% blue; receiver, lever and hammer show hints of case colors but have mostly silvered out; buttplate is a smooth gunmetal gray. Stocks are smooth showing only minor age/use marks, moderately worn forearm checkering, lovely grain and color, and most of what may be a later light varnish finish. Action is smooth and sure; bore is bright with sharp rifling. The Model 1895s, with their large hunting calibers, relatively low production (about 18,000 guns) and this one's perhaps special-ordered barrel length, are considered scarce and desirable. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)
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Antique Marlin M.1894 Deluxe Takedown Rifle
Antique Marlin Model 1894 Deluxe Takedown Lever Action Rifle, #128445, .32-20 CF cal., 24'' octagonal barrel, dovetailed long German-silver blade front and buckhorn rear sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1887-89-93 patent dates on top flat and ''32-N.'' at breech, has full-length mag tube below; receiver with takedown thumb release at front and loop operating lever that drops action open for cartridge chambering and right-side ejection, marked ''Model/1894'' on upper tang and ser. no. at lower front; two-piece deluxe-grain varnished walnut stocks, forend with checkered panel and steel nosecap, matching pistol-grip buttstock checkered at wrists with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1895, originally with blued barrel and mag tube, case hardened receiver, lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is excellent. Barrel, mag tube and nosecap retain approx. 90% smooth original blue; receiver, lever and hammer show nicely age-mottled case colors, buttplate is gunmetal gray with faint case colors. Stocks are smooth and solid with lovely grain and coloration and most original varnish (tiny chip at right frame juncture). Takedown lockup is tight; action is crisp; bore is bright overall with sharp rifling. This Deluxe Takedown '94 is a real collector's prize. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)*
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Marlin Model 1891 1st Type Lever Action Rifle
Antique Marlin Model 1891 1st Type Takedown Lever Action Rifle, #59602, .22 S-L-LR RF cal., 24'' octagonal barrel with dovetailed blade front and notched rear sights, is marked with the maker's name, address and 1878-89-90 patent dates in two lines ahead of rear sight; half-length under-barrel mag tube; solid frame with right-side cartridge loading and ejection ports and knurled takedown knob is marked ''Marlin Safety'' flanked by feather-like finials on top, and ''59602'' at bottom front; loop operating lever; varnished walnut stocks with steel nosecap and crescent rifle buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1895. Condition is very good. Barrel and mag tube retain perhaps 30% thin finish darkening to blue/brown; receiver, nosecap and buttplate are dark gunmetal gray; lever and hammer show hints of case colors but are mostly silvered out. Stocks are smooth and solid showing scattered age/use marks and darkening, and most of an added varnish finish. Action is smooth; bore is bright with shallow rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (Antique)*
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Colt Model 1877 ''Thunderer'' Revolver
Colt Model 1877 ''Thunderer'' Double Action Revolver, #155393, .41 Colt CF cal., 4.5'' barrel with ejector and standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in two lines on top, and ''Colt D.A. 41'' on left side; long-fluted round 6-shot cylinder; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch numbered ''317''), is marked with the three-line 1871-74-75 patent dates and encircled ''Rampant Colt'' logo on left side; characteristic ''saw handle'' steel gripstraps have two-piece finely-checkered hard rubber ''bird's head'' grips with Rampant Colt in an oval panel at top. Mfg'd ca. 1904, with blue and case hardened finishes. Condition is near excellent. Barrel, ejector rod and cylinder retain approx. 95% deep, glossy original Colt blue, as do the trigger guard loop and backstrap top apron; frame shows case colors (strong in places); hammer (sides polished bright) and trigger show much fire-blue, as do several screw heads. Grips show light highpoint wear with sharp checkering and fit well. All edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth and sure; bore is bright with occasional light frosting and sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Antique Colt 1873 Single Action Army Revolver
Antique Indian Wars Era Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver, ''U.S.'' and ''D.F.C.'' marked, #119031, .45 Colt CF cal., 7.5'' barrel, integral blade front sight and right-side cartridge ejector rod, fluted round cylinder marked ''9031'' on periphery and ''2'' on rear face; solid frame has the early-style cylinder pin retaining screw and right-side hinged loading gate (batch marked ''109''), marked with the three-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and ''U.S.'' on left, and ''D.F.C.'' ahead of front screw; steel gripstraps are fitted with one-piece walnut grips bearing an ''1887/JGB'' (U.S. Ordnance inspector Capt. John G. Butler) script cartouche at left, script ''DFC'' (sub-inspector David. F. Clark) on right, tiny ''D.F.C.'' at left butt and three notches at right butt. Mfg'd 1887, originally with blued barrel, cylinder and gripstraps, case hardened frame and oil-stained grips. Condition is very good. Barrel address is obscured by pitting from holster carry and likely refinishing, ejector rod has the later crescent-shaped head; cylinder retains approx. 80% of what appears to be thin original blue; frame shows mottled original case colors at front, the balance being silvered out; hammer blued with polished sides. Gripstraps have been reblued; grips appear original, fit very well, have a quarter-inch chip at right toe, are solid, smooth and show light but very good markings for a military revolver. Visible serial numbers match, markings overall are clear (but for barrel address), revolver in the main appears original and correct. Action is smooth and sure; bore is bright with sharp rifling and etching toward muzzle. Est.: $3,000-$5,000. (Antique)*
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Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver
Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver, with waist belt and holster, #263213, .41 Colt CF cal., 5.5'' round barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in one line on top, and ''(Bisley Model) 41 Colt'' on left side; fluted 6-shot round cylinder; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch numbered ''237''), characteristic low hammer spur, 2-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and an encircled ''Rampant Colt'' logo on left side; ''humped'' steel gripstraps have two-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt in an oval relief panel at top. Mfg'd ca. 1905, originally in full blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Condition is fine. Blued surfaces retain approx. 85% dulling/thinning military style blue (having highpoint wear but mainly missing from gripstraps); frame and hammer show mottled case colors fading to silver. Grips with minor wear to checkering and design, a 1/8'' bump at right-side butt, and fit well. Edges and markings are crisp; action is smooth; bore is brilliant with scattered frosting and sharp rifling. Russet leather belt and holster are very good. Only 3,159 Bisleys were made in this caliber. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Cattle Brand Engraved Single Action Army Revolver
Colt Cattle Brand Engraved Single Action Army Revolver, #293499, .45 Colt cal., 4.75'' two-line address barrel, nickel plated over cattle brand engraving, with two-piece stag grips. In nicely border tooled and studded belt and holster rig, signed ''R.S. Giles, Virginia City, Mont. Terr.'' Includes letter from master engraver David W. Harris authenticating his engraving on this 1st generation Colt. Mfg'd 1907. Engraving features approx. 80% coverage to metal surfaces, leaving only the forward strap void of decoration. Condition is excellent showing even wear with minor scratches. Revolver is not signed under ejector rod or grips. Good action, fine bore. Holster rig is in excellent condition. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle
Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle, #34758, .45-90 CF cal., 26'' octagonal (perhaps No. 2) barrel, buckhorn type rifle sights, marked with maker's name and address on top and caliber at breech, has button mag tube beneath; receiver with loop operating lever that drops action open for cartridge chambering-top ejection, marked ''Model 1886'' on upper tang, two-line 1884-85 patent dates and ser. no. on lower; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, forend with steel nosecap, buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1889, originally with blued barrel and mag tube, case hardened receiver, lever, nosecap and buttplate. Condition is about good as completely refinished in deep black-blue. Stocks are smooth and solid with an added thin coat of varnish. Action is crisp; bore shows overall black-powder etching and defined rifling. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)
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Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Takedown Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Takedown Lever Action Rifle, #149798, .33 WCF cal., 24'' tapered round barrel with buckhorn rifle sights, marked with maker's name and address, ''Nickel Steel Barrel/Especially for Smokeless Powder'' and caliber on left side, has short mag. tube beneath with ''Pat. June 6, 1893'' release lever; receiver with loop operating lever that drops action open for cartridge chambering-top ejection, marked ''Model 1886/Winchester'' and trade mark pat. off. info on upper tang, two-line 1884-85 patent dates and ser. no. on lower; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, forend with steel nosecap, buttstock with grooved hard rubber ''Remington Arms Co.'' shotgun-style buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1910, originally in full blued finish with case hardened lever and hammer. Condition is very good, the barrel retaining approx. 50% blue thinning and mixing with brown patina, receiver is gunmetal gray, lever and hammer show faded case colors. Stocks are smooth and solid with minimal handling marks and an added thin coat of finish, buttplate is a replacement. Take-down lockup is tight; edges and markings are fine; action is crisp; bore is clean showing overall black-powder etching and sharp rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Antique Winchester Model 1885 High-Wall Sporting Rifle
Antique Winchester Model 1885 High-Wall Lever Action Sporting Rifle, #23299, .45-70 CF cal., blued 30'' heavy octagonal barrel (likely No. 3) with dovetailed bead-blade front and buckhorn rear sights, marked with maker's name and address on top flat and ''45-70'' at breech; case hardened ''Thinside'' receiver with serpentine operating lever-trigger guard that drops action open for loading/extraction, has Lyman screw-adjustable top-tang sight, marked ''Pat Oct 7th 79'' and ''23299'' on lower tang; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, forend with ebony (or buffalo horn) wedge insert at Schnabel tip, buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1888. Condition is fine+, the barrel retaining approx. 85% smooth original blue, thinning at highpoints, the receiver with traces of case color but mostly silvered out, the lever showing softly mottled colors. Stocks are smooth and solid with only very minor handling marks, nice grain and color. Action is crisp; bore is brilliant having etching toward muzzle and sharp rifling. This one is a rare beauty, especially in this large ''buffalo'' caliber. Est.: $1,600-$2,400. (Antique)*
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Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle, #348129, .38 WCF (.38-40) cal., 24'' round barrel, standard open rifle sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1884 patent date on top and caliber at breech; full-length mag tube beneath; receiver has loop operating lever that opens breech for auto cartridge chambering/top ejection, marked ''Model 1892/Winchester/Trade Mark'' on top tang and ser. no. at bottom front; oil-finished walnut forearm with steel nosecap and matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Factory letter states shipped from the warehouse Oct. 22, 1906. Condition is excellent. Metal surfaces retain approx. 90% original blue with some thinning at wear areas (buttplate is dark gunmetal gray), sharp edges and markings. Stocks are solid and smooth and virtually unmarked, have lovely grain and coloring and retain most original finish. Action is crisp; bore is brilliant with light frosting toward breech and sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Marlin Model 1893 Lever Action Rifle
Marlin Model 1893 Lever Action Rifle, #169067, .30 WCF (.30-30) cal., 26'' octagonal barrel, buckhorn type rifle sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1887-89-93 patent dates on top flat, ''30-30'' at breech, and ''Special Smokeless Steel'' on left angled flat; full-length tubular magazine below; receiver with right-side cartridge loading and ejection ports marked ''Marlin Safety'' flanked by feather-like finials on top, ''Model/1893'' on upper tang and ser. no. at bottom front, loop operating lever; varnished deluxe-grain walnut forend with steel nosecap, and matching pistol-grip buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd post-1904, originally with blued barrel and mag. tube, case hardened receiver, lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is near excellent, the barrel and mag. tube retaining approx. 90% original blue; receiver, lever and hammer show 65% case colors, scattered silvering and discoloration, buttplate has silvered out; edges and markings are sharp. Stocks are smooth and solid showing deluxe grain and a later coat of oil-stain finish. Action is smooth; bore is bright with light frosting at muzzle and sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle
Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle, #204531, .44-40 CF cal., 32'' octagonal barrel, dovetailed open rifle sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1887-89 patent dates on top flat and ''44 M'' at breech, has 3/4-length mag tube below; receiver with loop operating lever that drops action open for cartridge chambering and right-side ejection, marked ''Marlin Safety'' on top, ''Model/1894'' on upper tang and ser. no. at lower front; two-piece varnished walnut stocks, forend with steel nosecap, matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1900, originally with blued barrel and mag tube, case hardened receiver, lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is very good+. Barrel, mag tube and nosecap retain approx. 35% smooth original finish turning blue-brown; receiver, lever and hammer show softly mottled case colors, buttplate is gunmetal gray with muted case colors. Stocks are smooth and solid with much original finish. Action is crisp; bore is bright with light overall frosting and sharp rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Marlin Model 94 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine
Marlin Model 94 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine, marked ''Policias Fiscales Chile,'' #386242, .44-40 CF cal., rare 15'' round ''Trapper'' length barrel with block-blade front and sliding leaf rear sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1887-89-93 patent dates on top, and caliber at breech; blued receiver with saddle ring and stud on left side is marked ''Policias Fiscales Chile'' (Chilean Fiscal Police) on top, ''Marlin/Model 94'' on top tang and ser. no. at lower front; loop operating lever opens breech for cocking and right-side ejection; varnished walnut forend is retained by a single barrel band, matching buttstock with steel carbine buttplate. Mfg'd post-1906. Includes ATF approval letter. Condition is very good. Barrel and receiver retain perhaps 20% thin original blue blending into a smooth gray-brown patina, the balance of the metal is gunmetal gray. Stocks are solid with a left-side .75'' square x .125'' deep rectangular area routed out beneath the barrel band (perhaps for a lanyard), overall age/use marks, and likely a later coat of varnish (buttstock may be a replacement). Action is smooth; bore is clean with scattered etching and good rifling. Just 935 Model '94 carbines were mfg'd with short 15'' barrels; this one's police markings make it even more desirable. Est.: $1,500-$2,500. (C&R)
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Colt 1st Generation Single Action Army Revolver
Colt 1st Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #346924, .45 Colt cal., 5.5'' barrel, nickel finish, stag grips. Mfg'd 1924. Condition is fine retaining approx. 96% original factory nickel, with minor losses at muzzle and lower portion of backstrap; balance of finish with moderate micro-scratching overall. Period stag grips fit well with no losses. Good action with sharp notches to hammer; bore is fine. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver
Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver, #272501, .45 Colt CF cal., 4.75'' round barrel, right-side ejector and standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in two lines on top and ''45 Colt.'' at left side; fluted round 6-shot cylinder; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch marked ''1271''), two-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and encircled ''Rampant Colt'' logo to left side; steel grip straps with two-piece plain ivory grips. Mfg'd ca. 1905, originally with blued barrel, cylinder and gripstraps, case hardened frame and hammer. Condition is fine. Barrel, ejector rod, cylinder and trigger retain approx. 70% smooth blue, trigger guard retains most blue (missing in grip area), backstrap has 50% blue to top apron, frame and hammer with mottled case colors in protected areas (but generally silvered out). Grips have lovely color and lightest wear with minor age cracks at butt, no damage, fit well and appear original. Visible serials match; edges and markings are sharp; action is tight and crisp; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R)
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Winchester M.1886 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine
Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine, #121110, .38-56 WCF cal., 22'' round barrel with standard carbine sights, marked with maker's name and address on top and ''38-56 W.C.F.'' at breech, full mag tube beneath; receiver with loop operating lever that drops action open for cartridge chambering-top ejection, has left-side saddle ring, marked ''Model 1886'' on upper tang, two-line 1884-85 patent dates and ser. no. on lower; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, forend held by a single barrel band, buttstock with steel carbine buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1900. Condition is very good, the barrel and mag tube showing overall gunmetal gray with scattered light spotting and 10% original blue, the case hardened receiver and lever having mostly silvered out. Stocks are smooth and solid with moderate handling marks, and an added coat of varnish. Action is crisp; bore is clean showing overall etching (heavier toward muzzle) and sharp rifling. The '86 Carbine is quite uncommon. Est.: $3,000-$4,000. (C&R)
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Marlin M.93 Lever Action Short Rifle or Carbine
Marlin Model 93 Lever Action Short Rifle or Carbine, #A762, .30 WCF (.30-30) cal., 20'' half round-half octagonal barrel, buckhorn type sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1887-89-93 patent dates on top flat, ''30-30'' at breech, and ''Special Smokeless Steel'' on left angled flat; half mag tube below; receiver with right-side cartridge loading and ejection ports is marked ''Marlin Safety'' flanked by feather-like finials on top, ''Marlin/Model 93'' on upper tang (has two tapped holes, one vacant, likely for a tang sight now missing) and ser. no. on lower, loop operating lever; varnished walnut forend with steel nosecap, and matching buttstock with curved steel buttplate. Mfg'd post-1898, originally with blued barrel and mag tube, case hardened receiver, lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is fine+. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 90% original blue (barrel markings are light but assumed stamped that way as edges are sharp and finish appears original); receiver, lever and hammer show 75% case colors amid scattered silvering, buttplate is dark gunmetal showing some light erosion. Stocks are smooth and solid showing normal use/handling marks and refinishing to buttstock. Action is smooth; bore is bright with overall light frosting and good rifling. Est.: $700-$1,000. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle, #424546, .32 Win. Spec. CF cal., 26'' half round-half octagon barrel, dovetailed bead-blade front and small folding-leaf rear sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1894 patent date on top flat, ''Nickel Steel Barrel/Especially for Smokeless Powder'' and caliber at left breech; button mag tube below; receiver has loop operating lever that opens breech for auto cartridge chambering/top ejection, a screw-adjustable Lyman peep tang sight, and marked with the ser. no. at bottom front; oil-finished walnut forearm with steel nosecap and matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1907, with blued barrel and mag tube, and case hardened lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is fine. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 85% thinning original blue, receiver shows 20% thin blue, lever and hammer with dark traces of case colors, buttplate bright gunmetal gray. Stocks are solid with normal use marks, oil darkening at receiver, and retain much finish. Sharp edges and markings; action is crisp; bore is bright with deep rifling. Quite unusual with half-round/half-octagonal barrel and button mag. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine
Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine, #782380, .44 WCF (.44-40) cal., 20'' round barrel with standard open sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1884 patent date and caliber at left side; button mag tube beneath; receiver has left-side saddle ring and loop operating lever that opens breech for auto cartridge chambering/top ejection, marked ''Model 1892/Winchester'' and trade mark/pat. off. on top tang and ser. no. at bottom front; oil-finished walnut forearm with single barrel band and matching buttstock with steel carbine buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1915, in full blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel retains approx. 70% blue, thinning and darkening, receiver with 40% thin blue, lever and buttplate are dark gunmetal gray. Stocks are solid and smooth with minor marks and an added oil-stain finish. Sharp edges and markings; action is crisp; bore is bright with light frosting at muzzle and defined rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle, #827258, .30 WCF (.30-30) cal., 26'' octagonal barrel, standard rifle sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1894 patent date on left angled flat, ''Nickel Steel Barrel/Especially for Smokeless Powder'' and caliber at left breech; full-length mag tube below; receiver has loop operating lever that opens breech for auto cartridge chambering/top ejection, marked ''Model 1894/Winchester'' and trade mark/pat. off. info on top tang, ser. no. at bottom front; oil-finished walnut forearm with steel nosecap and matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1918, with blued barrel and mag tube, and case hardened lever, hammer and buttplate. Condition is fine. Barrel retains approx. 85% original blue, mag tube 50% thinning blue-brown, receiver shows traces of blue, lever and hammer are dark gunmetal gray. Stocks are solid with normal use marks and retain much finish. Sharp edges and markings; action is crisp; bore is clean with overall etching and good rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 55 Takedown Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 55 Takedown Lever Action Rifle, #8052, .30 WCF (.30-30) cal., 24'' tapered round barrel with standard open sights, marked with maker's name and address at right breech, and the model, ''Nickel Steel'' and caliber at left; short mag tube with release lever beneath; receiver with top ejection port and loop operating lever, marked ''Winchester/Trade Mark/Made in U.S.A.'' at top tang, and ser. no. at lower front; varnished walnut forearm with steel nosecap, matching buttstock with shotgun-style grooved steel buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1928, in full-blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 25% original blue with overall cold-blue touchup; receiver, lever and buttplate are gunmetal gray. Stocks are sound and smooth with normal handling marks and much finish. Action is sticky but functions; bore appears bright with sharp rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R)
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Marlin Model 1936 Lever Action Carbine
Marlin Model 1936 Lever Action Carbine, #B8312, .32 Spec. CF cal., blued 20'' round barrel, dovetailed bead-blade front and buckhorn rear sights, marked with maker's name, address and ''32* Special Cal.-Special Smokeless Steel'' on left side; full-length mag tube below; case hardened receiver with right-side ejection port and loop operating lever, marked ''Marlin/Model 1936'' on top tang and ser. no. on lower; varnished walnut forearm with steel barrel band, matching pistol-grip buttstock with grooved hard rubber buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1941. Condition is excellent. Barrel and mag. tube retain approx. 85% smooth thinning blue; receiver and lever show highly figured case colors. Stocks are sound and smooth with very few handling marks and most original finish, buttplate appears nearly-new with sharp grooving. Action is smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Marlin Model 410 Lever Action Shotgun
Marlin Model 410 Lever Action Shotgun, #5445, .410 bore, 26'' tapered round barrel, unmarked bead front sight , half-length mag tube below; receiver has right-side ports for shell loading/auto ejection and a loop operating lever, marked ''Marlin/410'' on top tang and ser. no. on lower; two-piece varnished walnut stocks, finger-groove forend with steel nosecap, pistol-grip buttstock with finely checkered hard rubber buttplate having the ''Marlin'' logo within an oval panel, and white bead at belly. Mfg'd ca. 1929-32, originally in full-blued finish but for case hardened lever and hammer. Condition is near excellent, the metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% smooth original blue (with knackering at bottom front of frame), the lever and hammer with mottled case colors. Stocks are smooth and unmarked (but for a 5/16'' chip at toe) showing pleasing grain and color, the buttplate with sharp checkering and details. Action is crisp; smoothbore is brilliant with a bit of frosting at muzzle. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 62A Slide-Action Takedown Rifle
Winchester Model 62A Slide-Action Takedown Rifle, #330075, .22 S-L-LR RF cal., 23'' round barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name, address, trade mark and ''Model 62A/22 S. L. or L.R.'' at left side, 3/4 mag tube below; steel receiver has sliding bolt/breech cover, integral loop trigger guard with ser. no. at lower tang and knurled left-side takedown screw; two-piece varnished walnut stocks, the sliding front grip with finger grooves, the buttstock with checkered hard rubber buttplate marked ''Winchester Repeating Arms Co.'' Mfg'd ca. 1955, in full-blued finish. Condition is excellent. Blued surfaces retain approx. 95% smooth original finish. Stocks are sound with light marks, the buttplate showing little wear with sharp checkering and design. Action is smooth; bore is bright with pronounced rifling. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 65 Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 65 Lever Action Rifle, #1004221, .218 Bee CF cal., 24'' tapered round barrel, hooded ramped-bead front and buckhorn rear sights, marked with maker's name, model, ''Winchester Proof Steel'' and caliber on left side; button mag tube below; receiver with top ejection port and loop operating lever, has an adjustable peep sight mounted on top of sliding bolt, and ser. no. at lower front; varnished walnut forearm with steel nosecap, matching pistol-grip buttstock with shotgun-style checkered steel buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1938, in full-blued finish. Condition is near excellent. Barrel, receiver and lever retain approx. 85% original dark blue with losses mainly at top tang; buttplate is a mousy gunmetal color with sharp details. Stocks are sound and smooth with normal handling marks and most original finish. Receiver has two pair of screw-filled holes on either side of rear sight, likely for scope mounts. Action is crisp; bore is bright with light muzzle frosting and sharp rifling. This is a desirable ''65'' with its longer, tapered barrel, button mag., .218 Bee cal., and low production of just over 5,700 guns. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 63 Semi-Automatic Rifle
Winchester Model 63 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #17833, .22 LR cal., 23'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock and forend, brass bead front and standard rear sight. Mfg'd 1937. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue, with very small hoirizontal scratches to bottom portion both sides of frame. Stock with very light general marks from field use. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R)
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Krieghoff 3-Barrel Drilling Combo
Krieghoff 3-Barrel Drilling Combination Gun, #16415. Two 16 ga. 21-5/8'' (55cm) barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked Mod./Full. Single rifle underbarrel is in cal. 7x57, with Krieghoff scope mount base on top. Scalloped boxlock action has lockup via dual underlugs plus a Greener crossbolt and features dual triggers, two safeties, extractors, cocking indicators, horn triggerguard, and a pop-up rifle sight. Blued receiver has a nice patina and light engraving. Splinter forend and pistol-grip buttstock feature a plain grip cap, basketweave butt pad, and European cheekpiece. Dimensions are 14.75''x1.5''x3''. Mfg'd approx. 1930s. Condition is used fairly heavily, with some gouges and probable refinish to wood, plus some damage to wood where the buttstock meets the receiver. Action locks up tight and functions correctly; bores are very good. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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J.P. Sauer & Sohn 3-Barrel Drilling Combo
J.P. Sauer & Sohn 3-Barrel Drilling Combination Gun, #271543. Two 16 ga. 25-5/8'' (65cm) Kruff shotgun barrels have 2-1/2'' chambers and are choked IC/Full. The single rifle underbarrel is in cal. 8x57 J.R., with claw-type scope base on top. Scalloped boxlock action has lockup via dual underlugs and a Greener crossbolt, featuring dual triggers, two safeties, extractors, cocking indicators, and a pop-up rifle sight. Receiver has only about 10%-20% case hardening remaining and is lightly engraved. Splinter forend and buttstock are above average walnut and feature a round-knob pistol grip, cheekpiece and plastic Sauer buttplate. Dimensions are 14-1/8''x1-3/4''x2-3/4''. Mfg'd approx. 1930s. Condition is very good, with small dings to wood and small cracks at mating of buttstock to receiver on both sides above triggerguard. Action locks up tight and functions correctly, bores are bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Firearms Center marked Darne SxS Shotgun
Firearms Center marked Darne Side-by-Side Sliding-Breech Shotgun, #BD454. 20 ga. 27.5'' (70cm) barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked IC/IM. The patented French Darne sliding-breech action features double triggers, crossbolt manual safety and ejectors when the action is retracted. The French walnut two-piece stock has a small forend, straight-grip buttstock, with a Pachmayr Old English butt pad, plus a removable Galco pad that extends the length of pull to 15.75''. Mfg'd in French approx. 1980's. Condition is very good with almost no marks to wood or metal. Action functions well, but breech face for right-hand barrel appears damaged and will not seal over a cartridge base. This requires gunsmith repair prior to firing; some bearing wear to buttstock at receiver mating. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Parker VH Grade SxS Shotgun
Parker VH Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, #156722. 12 ga. 30'' Vulcan steel barrels have 2-5/8'' chambers and are choked Full/Full. Boxlock action has double triggers and auto safety; receiver retains approx. 30%-40% case color. Splinter forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of Field Grade walnut, with original Parker black grip cap and dog's head buttplate. Dimensions are 14-3/8''x1-3/4''x3-1/8''. Mfg'd 1911. Condition is very good and apparently original, with numerous handling marks to wood, including much wear at toe of stock. Action locks up very tight and functions well; bores are bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Early Winchester Model 42 Field Grade Shotgun
Early Winchester Model 42 Field Grade Slide-Action Shotgun, #16864. .410 bore 26'' barrel has a 3'' chamber, is choked Mod., and has a Simmons ventilated rib that appears to be a later addition. The 18-groove forearm is original, but the pistol-grip buttstock appears to be a replacement, with better ''B'' Grade oil-finished walnut and Winchester buttplate. Mfg'd 1935. Condition is excellent, as reblued, with added vent rib and buttstock replaced. Action functions correctly but is a bit sticky and may just need cleaning and polishing of parts; bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 12 Skeet Grade Shotgun
Winchester Model 12 Skeet Grade Slide-Action Shotgun, #717920. 12 ga. 26'' solid rib barrel has a 2-1/2'' chamber and is choked WS-1. Marked ''Skeet'' on bottom of receiver, which includes rib, oversize checkered forend, and pistol-grip buttstock with Winchester grip cap. A Pachmayr Old English recoil pad has been fitted, with shortened length of pull to 13-3/4''. Wood is Grade 2 oil-finished walnut. Mfg'd 1936. Condition is very good, as probably shot competitively. Buttstock has significant wear from handling, and receiver has some dulling of blue and cloth marking from improper storage. Action functions very smoothly, bore is dirty but not damaged. Est.: $700-$1,000. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 42 Standard Grade Shotgun
Winchester Model 42 Standard Grade Slide-Action Shotgun, #67262. .410 bore 28'' plain barrel has a 3'' chamber and is choked Full. Action is Standard Model 42, with correct proof marks. Buttstock and full forend appear replaced with beautiful ''C'' Grade oil-finished walnut, with hand checkering in Winchester patterns; Winchester grip cap and pre-1959 buttplate. Mfg'd 1948. Condition is excellent as re-stocked, with nominal edgewear to receiver and action, which functions correctly; bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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LeFever Nitro Special SxS Shotgun
LeFever Nitro Special Side-by-Side Shotgun, #289083. .410 bore 26'' barrels have 3'' chambers and are choked Mod./Full. Boxlock action features rotary top bolt lockup, double triggers, extractors, and auto safety. Receiver retains approx. 40% case color and is lightly roll engraved. Forend and buttstock are Field Grade walnut, checkered, with black plastic grip cap and gutta percha buttplate. Dimensions are 13.5''x2''x3-3/8''. Mfg'd approx. 1930s. Condition is good to very good with numerous handling marks to wood, frosting to receiver, and one hairline crack to top rear left side of forend. Action functions well; bores are good. Gun could use a good cleaning. Est.: $800-$1,000. (C&R)
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L.C. Smith Specialty Grade SxS Shotgun
L.C. Smith Specialty Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, #21763. 12 ga. 30'' nitro-steel barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod.; right-hand barrel is marked ''L.C. Smith Specialty Grade''; barrels have a concave matted rib with two target beads. Action is reliable L.C. Smith sidelock, with non-auto safety, Hunter One trigger, and auto ejectors. Receiver retains approx. 40%-50% original case color and has correct Specialty Grade engraving of quail on left lock and ducks on right, with scroll engraving on most of the metal balance, including trigger guard and barrel bolsters. Wood is nice walnut; the splinter forend with an ebony insert and the half-pistol grip buttstock with a monogram ''HR'' plate and Pachmayr Whiteline recoil pad. Mfg'd in transition year 1913, therefore an early Specialty Grade example. Condition is excellent, as action functions correctly and there is no significant wear, other than moderate carry wear to action. Buttstock may be a later replacement, but if so was done expertly. Engraving remains sharp, bores are bright. A very nice high grade L.C. Smith that is suitable for skeet or upland game. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (C&R)
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Parker VH Grade SxS Shotgun
Parker VH Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, #121000. 20 ga. 26'' barrels are marked ''Vulcan Steel'', have 2-3/4'' chambers, and are choked ''IC/IC''. Action lockup is by standard underlug and doll's head rib extension, and it features a non-auto safety and standard extractors. However, there is a single selective trigger fitted into the action at a later date, and it appears to function correctly. Splinter forend and straight grip buttstock are nice oil-finished walnut. Buttstock has an extended lower tang, blank shield, and Parker Brothers dog's head buttplate. Also included are a leather Galco barrel sleeve and slip-on butt pad, which extends the length of pull to 14-5/8''. Mfg'd 1902. Condition is excellent with approx. 10% case color let on receiver. Wood appears original, except as modified for trigger mod. Action locks tight and functions well. Bores are bright. A very nice double gun for Skeet. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (C&R)
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Very Early Winchester Model 42 Shotgun
Very Early Winchester Model 42 Slide-Action Shotgun, #728. .410 bore 26'' barrel has a 3'' chamber, is choked ''Skeet'', and has an aftermarket vent rib that extends to the rear of the receiver. The refinished receiver also has the bolt and shell carrier machine turned. The full forend and pistol-grip buttstock have been upgraded to high-grade walnut, with fleur-de-lis skipline checkering, inlaid wood grip cap, right-hand Monte Carlo cheekpiece, some wood carving, and a Pachmayr basketweave butt pad. Mfg'd first year of Model 42, 1933. Condition is excellent as refinished and upgraded. Action locks tight and functions correctly, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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Winchester New Style Model 12 Pigeon Grade 1 Shotgun
Very Late Winchester New Style Model 12 Pigeon Grade 1 Slide-Action Shotgun, #Y2027210. 12 ga. 30'' vent rib barrel has 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked Full; receiver extension on barrel has correct standing pigeon above serial number. Action is standard Model 12, with special order original engraving on receiver: ducks on right; pointers on left; both framed by scrollwork; bolt and lifter are machine turned. Full forend and pistol-grip Trap buttstock are satin-finished ''C'' Grade walnut, with correct Winchester diamond checkering, metal Winchester grip cap and red Winchester recoil pad with early Winchester logo in circle. Contained in original but unnumbered Winchester cardboard box. Mfg'd 1985, at end of ''Y'' Model production. Condition is near excellent and appears unfired. Receiver is missing screw-on rib extension, which may be readily available. Wood and metal are otherwise perfect. Action shows little to no use. Only approx. 100 of this configuration produced. Est.: $1,250-$1,750. (Modern)
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Winchester Model 21 2-Barrel Set SxS Shotgun
Winchester Model 21 Standard Grade Two-Barrel Set Side-by-Side Shotgun, #8462. First pair of barrels are 12 ga. 28'' solid rib barrels with target beads, 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked IC/Full. Second pair are 12 ga. 26'' solid rib barrels with target beads, choked IC/Cyl. Model 21 boxlock action features a single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and slective ejectors. Despite being blued originally, the receiver has been case hardened with pins and screws in bright niter blue. Beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of oil-finished fancy walnut, with very nice checkering done at 20 LPI, plastic Winchester grip cap, and black Pachmayr Old English style recoil pad. Mfg'd approx. 1935. Condition is absolutely excellent and as new, with no marks to wood and little wear to action, which locks very tight and functions correctly; bores are bright. Gun has the appearance of a recent restoration by a quality professional. Est.: $6,000-$7,500. (C&R)
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Engraved Winchester Model 21 SxS Shotgun
Engraved Winchester Model 21 Side-by-Side Shotgun, #27369. 20 ga. 26'' solid rib barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers, target beads, and are choked IC/Mod. Boxlock action features a single selective trigger, auto safety, and auto ejectors. Receiver has complete coverage of scroll engraving, which rolls over to the trigger guard, tangs, and barrel breech and muzzles; the opening lever is engraved and pierced. There are also four gold inlays on the receiver, two ducks on the left and two pheasants on the right; the engraving appears unsigned. Beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of satin-finished Exhibition Grade walnut, with very extensive coverage of 22 LPI checkering in fleur-de-lis patterns. Metal grip cap is likewise engraved, with gold lettering ''Grand American''. There is a gold oval with ''DK'' engraved, and a Pachmayr basketweave recoil pad. Mfg'd in 1952 as a Standard Grade, with Cody Firearms Information Sheet. Condition is excellent, as the gun is virtually unused after its extensive upgrading. Note: Est.: $10,000-$12,000. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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Elaborately Eng'd/Gold Inlaid Browning O/U Shotgun
Elaborately Funken Engraved and Gold Inlaid Browning Superposed Over/Under Shotgun, #72833. 12 ga. 30'' vent rib barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers, target beads, and are choked Full/Full. Superposed boxlock action features single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors. Receiver, trigger guard, upper and lower tangs, and forend iron are extensively engraved and gold inlaid, and signed in gold by FN master engraver ''F(backwards)Funken''. Hunting scenes and wildlife views are surrounded by ornate scroll and numerous dragon heads. This does not appear to be factory, but done at a later date by special commission. Beavertail forend and flat-knob pistol-grip buttstock are of high-gloss Exhibition Grade walnut, with excellent coverage of checkering done at 30 LPI; there is no grip cap, but a Browning Whiteline Target Model butt pad is installed. Stock is at Trap dimensions of 14-1/2''x1-3/8''x1-5/8''. Forend has been modified to be detachable during takedown. Mfg'd 1959. Overall external condition is excellent, with a few handling marks to the buttstock, but no visible edgewear to the receiver. Both sides of the forend with small repairs where it meets the frame. Action locks very tight and has been modified to a mechanical (non-inertia) action, with barrel selector locked on bottom barrel first; bores are mirror bright. A beautiful gun that warrants further research. Est.: $8,500-$10,000. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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LeFever Nitro Special SxS Shotgun
LeFever Nitro Special Side-by-Side Shotgun, #259376. .410 bore 26'' barrels have 2-1/2'' chambers and are choked Mod./Full. Boxlock action features double triggers, extractors, auto safety, and lockup via rotary top bolt. Receiver has roll engraving of geese in flight, and retains approx. 20%-30% case color. Wood is Field Grade walnut with standard checkering, black plastic grip cap and buttplate. Dimensions are 13-5/8''x1-3/4'x3''. Mfg'd aprox. 1930s. Condition is very good, with many small handling marks to wood but no scratches to the metal. Even patina on receiver; tight action lockup and function; good bores. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (C&R)
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Browning Auto-5 Small Frame Field Grade Shotgun
Browning Auto-5 Small Frame Field Grade Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #6Z4861. 20 ga. 28'' vent rib barrel has 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked Mod. Action is standard Auto-05, and receiver has light engraving, including John Browning profile. Wood is high-gloss blonde walnut with slender, finger-groove forend and round-knob pistol-grip buttstock, including original ''FN-Browning Automatic'' buttplate. Mfg'd 1966 by FN in Belgium. Condition is excellent and original, with almost no wear to action, which functions correctly, and virtually no marks to wood. This is an early FN 20 ga., light in weight but not marked ''Light 20'', only ''Twenty'', and in wonderful condition. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 42 Field Grade Shotgun
Winchester Model 42 Field Grade Slide-Action Shotgun, #76592. .410 bore 28'' plain barrel has a 3'' chamber and is choked Mod. Forend is post-war model with 14 grooves and flat bottom; buttstock is pistol grip without grip cap but with correct Winchester buttplate. Mfg'd 1949. Condition is very good, as used but not abused. Receiver and barrel have bluing wear at carry points. Action shows nominal wear and functions correctly. Oil-finished Standard Grade walnut shows numerous handling marks, but no serious damage. A nice, honest Model 42. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (C&R)
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Browning Auto-5 Standard Weight Semi-Auto Shotgun
Browning Auto-5 Standard Weight Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #X72296. 16 ga. 28'' plain barrel has 2-3/4'' chamber and I choked Mod. Action is standard Auto-5 all correct Belgian proof marks, magazine cutoff, with light scroll and border engraving on receiver. Finger-grip forend and round-knob long-tang buttstock are dark oil-finished walnut, with standard checkering, and original FN-Browning Automatic buttplate. Mfg'd 1952. Condition is very good+, with little wear to action and few handling marks to wood. Bore is dirty but does not appear damaged; action locks tight. Few small chips to buttplate. Est.: $650-$800. (C&R)
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Browning Superposed Grade 1 O/U Shotgun
Browning Superposed Grade 1 Standard Weight Over/Under Shotgun, #44918S5. 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked Mod./Full. Browning boxlock action features a single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors. Full forend and round knob-long tang buttstock are of above-average walnut with a high gloss finish. Apparently a slip-on recoil pad was installed for some time but now removed, and the included original Browning black buttplate needs to be reinstalled. Included is the original black box serial numbered to the gun, with original owner's manual and guarantee. Mfg'd 1965 in Belgium. Condition is very good, as carried much but shot little. Numerous handling marks to wood and carry wear to receiver, but action still locks tight and functions perfectly; bores are bright. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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Browning Superposed Grade 1 Lightning O/U Shotgun
Browning Superposed Grade 1 Lightning Over/Under Shotgun, #33835V4. 20 ga. 26.5'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod. Standard Superposed boxlock action features single selective trigger, non-auto safety, light engraving, and auto ejectors. Slender forend and round-knob long-tang pistol-grip buttstock are high-gloss European walnut, with a Pachmayr Whiteline recoil pad added. Mfg'd 1964. Condition is excellent, with almost no wear to action or blue loss to metal, and only a few very small handling marks to wood. Action is still tight and functions correctly; bores are bright. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (C&R)
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Browning Superposed Grade 1 Standard Weight O/U Shotgun
Browning Superposed Standard Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #842J4. .410 bore 28'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers, target beads, and are choked IC/IC. Superposed boxlock action includes single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors; moderate engraving on receiver. The full forend and pistol-grip buttstock are upgraded European walnut, with extended coverage of fleur-de-lis checkering at 24 LPI, wood grip cap with gold-tone inlay, and Pachmayr Old English butt pad. Mfg'd 1964. Condition is excellent as apparently refinished and used very little. Metal shows little carry wear, with no evidence of salt wood corrosion; receiver blue is dull. Action still locks tight and functions correctly; bores are excellent. Est.: $2,500-$3,000. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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Upgraded Browning Superposed O/U Shotgun
Extensively Upgraded Browning Superposed Over/Under Shotgun, #16958. 20 ga. 26.5'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers, target beads, and are choked IC/Mod. Superposed boxlock action features a single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors. Receiver has had sideplates added, with the entire surface plus trigger guard, upper and lower tangs, forend iron, and barrel breech and muzzles engraved with full coverage floral scroll patterns. Operating lever is also engraved and pierced; safety/selector switch is gold plated; apparent cocking indicators added. Marked ''Mains'' at upper tang. Bill Mains was the primary engraver for Colt from 1967-72 and the factory engraver for the Ithaca Gun Co. for 11 years. He engraved guns and jewelry for many celebrities, such as Elvis, Frank Sinatra, BB King, etc. Wood is Exhibition Grade ''marble cake'' satin-finished walnut, in apparent Lightning configuration of slender forend and round-knob long-tang buttstock, checkered at 24 LPI with embellishments of oak leaves and acorns. Pachmayr Old English butt pad and gold initial plate fitted. LOP 14.25''. Mfg'd 1959. Condition is excellent as refinished and upgraded. There are a few small handling marks to wood and metal, but little wear to action, which locks tight and functions correctly. Bores are bright; engraving and wood carving are still sharp. Est.: $3,000-$5,000. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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SW .32 Safety Hammerless Revolver
Smith & Wesson .32 Safety Hammerless Double Action Revolver, 2nd Model, #151966, .32 S& W cal., 2'' barrel, blue finish, factory gutta percha grips with S& W logos, in tip-open box from a slightly later arm, with instruction sheet, goldenrod end label has had barrel length designation re-marked from 3'' to ''2'' with fountain pen, and matching pencil number altered to this revolver. Box is patented Dec. 23, 1920. Revolver ca. 1907. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 92% original high polish blue, with most of the losses to cylinder. Butt of right grip panel is cracked. Action is excellent. Box is from a somewhat later post-1920 firearm. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C& R/PPT)
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SW 3rd Model Perfected Target Pistol
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Single Shot Perfected Target Pistol, #4813, .22 LR cal., 8'' barrel, blue finish, walnut extension type two-screw checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, Sheard front sight and factory adjustable rear sight. Ca. 1920. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, with minor thinning at muzzle and micro-scratching to right side above trigger. Grips and action are excellent, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW 2nd Model Ladysmith Revolver
Smith & Wesson 2nd Model Ladysmith Double Action Revolver, #10650, .22 Long cal., 3'' pinned round barrel, 7-shot, nickel finish, factory checkered gutta percha grips numbered to the gun, fixed sights with forged round blade front and notched rear sight in topstrap. Cylinder opens by pulling on front end of ejector rod. Mfg'd ca. 1906-1910. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 98% original nickel, with light general micro-scratching overall, slightly more pronounced behind left side recoil shield from extractor making contact with finish. Small area of finish flaking to one of the flute edges on cylinder. Approx. 85% case colors remain to both trigger and hammer. Grips show mild flattening. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW 1st Model Hand Ejector (Triplelock) Revolver
Smith & Wesson 1st Model Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver (Triplelock), #11370, .44 Spec. cal., 6.5'' barrel, nickel finish, slab pearl grips. Shipped to Cowdrey Exporters, NYC, NC, Aug. 18, 1915, with factory letter verifying all features except grips, which are stated as checkered walnut gold medallion grips, and signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 85%-90% lightly flaking and speckled nickel finish, with most of the losses to cylinder. Frame with light general speckling overall. Retailer provided slab pearl grips show no cracks or losses and remain iridescent. Good action, very good bore. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW 3rd Model (Wolf Klar) Model of 1926 Revolver
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Hand Ejector (Wolf & Klar) Model of 1926 Double Action Revolver, #41403, .44 Spec. cal., 5'' barrel, nickel finish, non-matching diamond checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. Shipped to Wolf & Klar Dec. 8, 1936, with factory letter verifying all features and signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% flaking nickel, with most of the losses to right sideplate, forward portion of frame and muzzle; scratches and discoloration to left side of frame as well. Hammer and trigger with carbon spotting and approx. 60% of their original case colors remain. Grips are very good with light general wear and several small impressions. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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SW 3rd Model Hand Ejector Revolver
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver, #34931, .44 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, matching numbered diamond checkered walnut grips with bright S&W medallions. Mfg'd 1930. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 85%-90% flaking blue, with losses to left forward portion of frame, thinning at muzzle, and forward edges of cylinder. Backstrap retains approx. 70% blue. Matching numbered grips are crisp. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Colt Officer's Model Double Action Revolvr
Pre-War Colt Officer's Model Double Action Revolver, #22462, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, factory adjustable sights, and checkered trigger face. Mfg'd 1940. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue, with only the lightest wear in actioning areas and some micro-scratching to left sideplate. Grips show as near new with some oil darkening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Colt Official Police Double Action Revolver
Pre-War Colt Official Police Double Action Revolver, #547770, .32-20 cal., 6'' barrel. blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, standard front and notched rear sight. Factory checkered trigger. Mfg'd 1929. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% original blue, with most of the losses at muzzle and in actioning areas. Front and back strap retain approx. 95% lightly thinning blue. Grips are crisp and show only minor use. Crisp action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt New Service Double Action Revolver
Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #67303, .455 Eley cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, with factory checkered hard rubber grips with factory lanyard loop in butt, notched type rear sight and factory shark-fin type front sight. Mfg'd 1914. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 95% blue, with minor wear in actioning areas, and very light deformation to forward sideplate screw with several small scratches in the same area. Flaking to flat portion of cylinder latch. Front and back strap retain approx. 75% toning blue. Grips with just light wear, somewhat more pronounced to left panel. Action is good, bore is bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #344753, .32 ACP cal., 3.75'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips, with correct two-tone magazine marked ''CAL.32/Colt''. Mfg'd 1920. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97%+ factory blue, with light thinning at muzzle and high edges of slide. Very strong front strap and grip safety. Grips and action are crisp, bore is excellent. Pistol shows very little use. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt High Polish Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Pistol
Colt High Polish Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Automatic Pistol, #27701, .38 ACP cal., 4.5'' barrel, high polish blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips, with two period correct Colt magazines, marked ''Cal.38/Colt''. Mfg'd 1911. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85% thinning high polish blue. Grips with very light flattening to detail. One of the two magazines has been refinished. Action remains good, bore is fine. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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S& W 3rd Model Hand Ejector (Wolf & Klar) Revolver
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Hand Ejector (Wolf & Klar) Model of 1926 Double Action Revolver, #32599, .44 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, nickel finish, non-matching diamond checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. Shipped to Wolf & Klar Dec. 3, 1928, with factory letter verifying all features and signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. Condition is fine retaining approx. 90% flaking nickel, with most of the losses near muzzle; scratches and discoloration to left side of frame as well. Hammer and trigger with light carbon spotting and approx. 60% of their original case colors remain. Grips are crisp showing light knackering to bottom edge of right panel. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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S& W 1st Model (Triplelock) Revolver
Smith & Wesson 1st Model Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver (Triplelock), #5245, .44 Spec. cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, lightly pencil numbered matching diamond checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, with lanyard loop in butt. Shipped March 30, 1912 to Cowdrey Exporters, NYC, NY, with factory letter verifying all features, signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. As Cowdrey was an exporting company, this revolver additionally features British proof marks in all cylinder flutes, and to frame and barrel near forcing cone area. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue, with minor scratches to cylinder and thinning to backstrap. Case colored hues to hammer are crisp and bright with some discoloration to trigger. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R/PPT)
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SW 3rd Model Hand Ejector Revolver
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Hand Ejector Target Double Action Revolver, #54716, .44 Spec. cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, matching numbered diamond checkered walnut grips with bright medallions, Patridge front and factory adjustable rear sight. Shipped Jan. 6, 1941 to Clapp & Treat, Hartford, CT, with factory letter verifying all features, signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% lightly thinning blue, with most of the losses to left side of muzzle. Minor thinning in actioning area of cylinder hinge, as well as a thin index mark to rear portion of cylinder. Grips are crisp showing just light use. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Pre-War Registered Magnum Revolver
Smith & Wesson Pre-War Registered Magnum Double Action Revolver, #47697 (Reg. #826), .357 mag. cal., 4.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered large diamond walnut grips with S&W medallions, gold bead front and adjustable rear sight, and checkered topstrap. Matching numbered barrel and cylinder; grips are unnumbered. Mfg'd 1936. Condition is very good as refinished, retaining approx. 85%-90% later-applied blue. Mild pitting to cylinder; cylinder latch remains in the white. Grips remain in fine condition with just light wear and small impressions. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $3,000-$5,000. (C&R)
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SW Registered Magnum Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum Double Action Revolver, #48517, registration #1314, .357 mag. cal., 3.5'' barrel, blue finish, non-matching factory diamond checkered walnut grips with bright medallions, ramp front sight, click adjustable rear sight. Shipped to Von Lengerke & Antoine, Chicago, IL, Aug. 14, 1936, with S&W factory letter verifying all features except letter calls out gold bead front sight; signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. Very lightly inscribed to inside of front strap under grip panel ''Dr. Morgan''. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 95% lightly thinning blue, with very light muzzle wear, thinning at high edges, visible thin index line at rear portion of cylinder, and very minor spots to left side just above trigger. Case colors to checkered hammer and smooth trigger show approx. 80% thinning hues. Front sight assembly is a lighter tone blue than the balance of the revolver, and retaining pins show light evidence of removal and reinstallation. Grips with light general use evidenced by minor flattening to checks. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $5,000-$7,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1908 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Model 1908 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #111393, .380 cal., 3.75'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, and one two-tone factory magazine marked ''Cal.380/Colt''. Mfg'd 1932. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue, with most of the losses at the high edges. Front strap and grip safety remain strong. Walnut grips with minor loss of detail to forward portion of checkering. Good action, fine bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Colt Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol
Pre-War Colt Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol, #3559, .22 LR cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with one correct Colt Ace marked magazine, top-mounted King's type mirror reflector front sight with red dot and white outline Steven's type adjustable rear sight, and short serrated trigger. Mfg'd 1931, first year of production. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 94% slightly thinning blue, with most of the losses to top and forward portion of slide. Strong front strap. Grips are very good with light flattening, small check losses, and oil darkening. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Colt Super 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Pre-War Colt Super 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #19894, .38 Super cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with one correct pre-war two-tone magazine marked ''Colt Super/38 Auto''. Mfg'd 1936. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 97%+ factory charcoal blue, with almost all the losses as minor scuffs at forward edge of slide. Front strap retains 99% blue. Lower portion of grip safety shows some thinning. Grips and action are crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $4,500-$6,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Super Match 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Super Match 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #15502, .38 Super cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with one ''Colt Super/38 Auto'' marked magazine. Mfg'd 1934. Barrel marked ''38 Colt'' which is visible thru ejection port. King's red dot mirror reflector front sight is installed, as well as windage adjustable period correct white outline rear sight. Note: Barrel is also marked ''(circle)MB'' to left lug indicating a factory Match barrel, and then the ''38 Colt'' marking to top of chamber was only used in 1933 production pistols. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98% very lightly thinning blue. Grips remain crisp with some natural oil darkening. Action is crisp, trigger is very nice, bore is mirror bright. A factory letter would prove interesting, especially as it pertains to the sights. Est.: $6,000-$9,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Police Positive Double Action Revolver
Colt Police Positive Double Action Revolver, #404697, .38 S&W cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory serrated trigger, factory checkered walnut grips with pre-war Colt medallions, in original black box with shooting instructions, crisp end label, and original serial number in pencil to bottom of box. Mfg'd 1942. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, with only the lightest marks from handling. Index mark to cylinder is near imperceptible. Highpoints maintain all their original finish. Grips and action are crisp, bore is bright. Box with light wear at top edge and some history of past ownership handwritten on bottom of box. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Colt Target Police Positive Revolver
Pre-War Colt Target Police Positive Double Action Revolver, #37319, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, elevation adjustable front and windage adjustable rear sight. Checkered trigger. Mfg'd 1929. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% original factory blue, with light wear at muzzle and thinning at high edges. Light visible index mark to cylinder with some light scratches. Strong front and back strap. Crisp grips with some oil darkening. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Post-War Colt Officer's Model Match Revolver
Post-War Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver, #924882, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut target grips with right Colt medallions, factory adjustable Accro target sights, with original checkered duckbill hammer and serrated trigger. In correct era unlabeled and unserialized Colt box with handling instructions. Mfg'd 1960. Condition is excellent, appearing very nearly new, with very light thinning to finish at muzzle, and several small spots of finish loss to cylinder, with light index line. Strong backstrap. Grips with only the lightest wear. Good action, bright bore. Box is excellent with tight corners and very minor wear at high edges of lid. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Colt Officer's Target Model Revolver
Pre-War Colt Officer's Target Model Double Action Revolver, #596900, .38 Spec. cal., 7.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered trigger, factory checkered walnut grips with pre-war Colt medallions, elevation adjustable front and windage adjustable rear sight. Mfg'd 1936. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% factory charcoal blue, with light wear at muzzle and minor general thinning. Grips show light wear. Light crisp action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt New Service Double Action Revolver
Colt New Service Double Action Revolver, #331280, .45 Colt cal., 7.5'' barrel, blue finish, with somewhat later factory checkered brown Coltrock grips with pre-war Colt medallions and factory lanyard loop in butt, notched type rear sight and factory shark-fin type front sight. Mfg'd 1930. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% blue, with minor wear in actioning areas, and very light deformation to forward sideplate screw. Minor nicks to metal on right side of frame adjacent to hammer. Early 1940's brown plastic grips are excellent. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Cobra (1st Issue) Double Action Revolver
Colt Cobra (1st Issue) Double Action Revolver, #142399-LW, .38 Spec. cal., 2'' barrel, 6-shot, nickel finish, alloy frame, factory checkered walnut grips with bright Colt medallions. Mfg'd 1964. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 98%+ original nickel finish (not lifting), with light general overall micro-scratching to nickel. Grips with mild to just moderate flattening of check detail near butt. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Smith Wesson K-22 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson K-22 Double Action Revolver, #K191600, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, S&W large diamond Magna checkered grips with medallions (numbered to gun), Patridge front and standard adjustable rear sight. Checkered hammer; serrated barrel rib, backstrap and trigger. Includes speedloader. Mfg'd 1953. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95%+ factory blue, with light thinning at muzzle. Light index mark to rear portion of cylinder. Grips remain mostly excellent, with two small dings along butt edge of right panel. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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SW .44 Hand Ejector Model 1950 (Pre-M.24) Revolver
Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector Model 1950 (Pre-Model 24) Double Action Revolver, #S118083, .44 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, bright blue finish, Goncalo Alves diamond checkered factory target grips (unnumbered) with S&W medallions, red ramp front sight and standard adjustable rear sight, checkered hammer, grooved trigger. Shipped Dec. 3, 1954 to Chas. Greenblott Co., NYC, NY, in a 5-gun shipment. All features verified by factory letter, signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98% factory blue with only the thinnest index mark to rear portion of cylinder. Hammer and trigger retain approx. 96% vivid case colors. Grips are crisp with one small impression at lower front edge of left panel. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Scarce 4'' barrel shows virtually no wear at muzzle. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (C&R/PPT)
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J.P. Sauer and Sohn Bolt Action Sporting Rifle
J.P. Sauer and Sohn Bolt Action Sporting Rifle, #117340, 8x57mm cal., 20'' half-octagon/round barrel with full-length fluted matte rib, set triggers, single claw scope mounts, open ''V''-notched rear sight with folding leaf marked for 80 & 175 yards, round bead front sight, internal magazine with lever floor release, narrow 7/8'' European style sling swivels, blued steel grip cap, original horn buttplate. Classis German style walnut sporting stock with Schnabel type forend, raised bosses around the action, and cheekpiece on left side. LOP is 13.75'' from the front trigger. Wedge-type barrel retainer at front of stock. Nice checkered grip panel. British proof marks on barrel, receiver, and bolt. German ''St.m.G.'' proof on receiver and ''(crown)/N'' on bolt. Barrel is marked ''Guss-Stahl Krupp-Essen''. Top of barrel rib is marked ''J.P. Sauer & Sohn , Suhl''. Bolt handle is turned down with clearance chamfer for scope clearance. Condition is very good, with barrel showing some scratches and thinning to the rust blued finish. Receiver and bolt have a high-polish blue finish showing wear, scratches, and minor dings from use. Floorplate has lost most all of its finish; trigger guard retains approx. 30% finish. Stock is sound and shows numerous dings, scratches, and scuffs from use. Checkered grip panel has a couple of small dings, mainly on the right side. Horn butt plate shows minor insect damage losses, scuffs and scratches. Bore is dark, with strong lands, but might clean up. Action and set triggers function properly. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Pre-War Mauser Club Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-War Mauser Club Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle, #196590, .22 LR cal., 26.75'' barrel, blue finish, bright bolt body with blue steel head, checkered pistol-grip European walnut stock with Mauser Banner embossed in right cheek area, round horn pistol grip cap, black plastic checkered Mauser buttplate, with sling swivels. ''BUG/(crown)/ proof marks. Checkered ramp front sight with triangular sight blade; military type rear sight is incremented out to 200 yards and sits in an incremented rail on top of barrel. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning factory blue. Stock with light scuffs and mild impressions, somewhat more pronounced to left side at forend checkering area. Light frosting to buttplate screws. Good action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 52D Bolt Action Target Rifle
Winchester Model 52D Single Shot Bolt Action Target Rifle, #113554D, .22 LR cal., 28'' heavy barrel, blue finish, high-gloss varathane finish walnut stock, complete with scope mount and sight mounting blocks. Rifle also features forward sling swivel and adjustable hand stop. Area above serial number has been electro-penciled ''U.S.'', as these were typically used by on-base military shooting clubs during the '50s and '60s. Mfg'd 1963. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 92% slightly thinning inky black/blue to both receiver and barrel. Later added finish to stock shows well but has dulled in several places. Action is smooth, trigger pull is crisp, bore is mirror bright with some very mild corrosion to bright muzzle end. Est.: $800-$1,000. (C&R)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #166921, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel. factory checkered walnut stock, factory checkered steel buttplate, hooded bead front sight and standard semi-buckhorn rear sight and factory sling swivels, as mfg'd in 1950. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, with only the most negligible marks from handling. Most likely unfired at 70 years old. Stock is excellent, action is factory fresh, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Scarce Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle
Scarce and Desirable Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle, #325242, .358 WCF cal., 22'' barrel, factory checkered walnut stock with hollow bolt handle and factory checkered aluminum buttplate, hooded bead front sight and standard semi-buckhorn rear sight and factory sling swivels, with instructions and blank Model 70 hang tag. Mfg'd 1955. Collectors should note that initially Winchester had problems with this model in this caliber, and many were exchanged for featherweights in other calibers. This combination is now considered rare making this the key to any pre-64 featherweight collection. Condition is excellent appearing as new with only negligible marks from handling. Most likely unfired at 65 years old. Stock is excellent, action is factory fresh, bore is bright. Just beautiful. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R)
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Pre-64 Winchester M.70 Super Grade African Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade African Bolt Action Rifle, #408394, .458 Win. mag. cal., 25'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered pistol-grip cheekpiece walnut stock, Pachmayr red rubber butt pad, hooded bead front and adjustable Express rear sight. Additionally features machine-turned bolt, extractor and follower; two stock crossbolts, and complete checkering around pistol grip and wrist. Mfg'd 1957. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue. Winchester nomenclature to barrel is thin as these particular barrels were factory rust blued; the ''PW'' proof mark to both receiver and barrel is stamped thru the finish. Stock with only minor impressions. Good action, bright bore. Scarce with only 1226 mfg'd between 1956-1963. Est.: $6,500-$8,000. (C&R)
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Springfield Bolt Action Sporting Rifle, by Sedgley
Springfield Bolt Action Sporting Rifle, by Sedgley, #620394, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, fine Sedgley accomplished charcoal blue, custom checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with Schnauble front end, blue steel checkered buttplate, pre-war Lyman 48 rear sight, trademark Sedgley ramp hooded gold bead front sight, with sling swivels and leather sling. Top of barrel marked ''R.F. Sedgley Inc. Phila. PA. USA''. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 94%+ Sedgley blue, with thinning at front sight area and near muzzle, and light general overall thinning to highpoints of receiver. Balance point at bottom of magazine and trigger guard has thinned to approx. 85% blue. Stock with light general scuffs and small bruises. Buttplate retains approx. 70% blue. Nice crisp action, bright bore. These rifles were produced all throughout the 1930s with these standard models listing during the height of the Depression at $72.00 each. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Cased Two-Barrel Savage Model 1899 Takedown Rifle
Cased Two-Barrel Savage Model 1899 Lever Action Takedown Rifle, #175323, .22-250 and .410 bore, both 22'' long; blue finish, checkered walnut stock and forend, with serrated steel Savage buttplate; receiver with Lyman tang sight. Mfg'd 1916. Condition is about fine as refinished. Rifle retains approx. 97%+ of a nicely accomplished inky blue immersion type finish, which shows very well. Buttplate and some small areas of rifle barrel with pitting underneath the finish. Stock appears original with moderate scuffs, scratches and pressure dings, although checking remains quite crisp. Action is good. Both rifle and shotgun bores are at least fine. Case is period correct and probably original to this two-barrel set. Handle has been replaced, and there are losses along the perimeter edge of lid. Purple-lined interior has toned in some areas and flattened from contact with rifle, but otherwise complete and intact. Est.: $1,000-$1,800. (C&R)
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Early Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle
Early Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle, with Redfield scope, #2789, 7mm Rem. Mag. cal., 26'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish, from the factory without sights. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with a semi-beavertail forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, quick-detachable sling swivels, and tan leather sling. Mfg'd 1968. Topped with a Redfield 3-9x scope; scope has a gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue finish. Stock with intermittent shallow indentations, checkering is crisp and shows no handling wear; forend is a little lighter in color. Smooth action, bore is bright with excellent rifling. Scope is also excellent, optics are bright and clear, reticles are straight. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R)
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1st Yr. Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-AB Rifle
First Year Production Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-AB Single Shot Rifle, with Leupold scope, #621, .308 Win. cal., 22'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish, from the factory without sights. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with a semi-beavertail forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, quick-detachable sling swivels, with brown leather sling. Mfg'd 1967. Topped with a Leupold Vari-X II 1x4 scope; scope has a gloss black finish; reticle consists of a fine crosshair with small center dot. Metal surfaces are in excellent condition and retain approx. 98% factory blue finish. There is a very fine hairline crack on the left side of the wrist which still feels solid, wood is otherwise good with scattered shallow pressure dents and scratches; checkering on right side of the forend with one small flat spot and is otherwise excellent. Crisp action, bore is bright with excellent rifling. Scope is also excellent; exterior shows normal signs of light age and wear, optics are clear, reticles are straight. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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U.S. Property marked Winchester Model 70 Target Rifle
Scarce U.S. Property Marked Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Target Rifle, #398600, .30-06 cal., 24'' medium weight barrel, blue finish. Dovetailed scope blocks are mounted to the barrel and receiver; left side of receiver with sight base. One-piece pistol-grip walnut target stock with checkered steel buttplate, sling swivels, six-position hand-stop. Left side of barrel is marked ''MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA - WINCHESTER - MODEL-70 - 30-06 SPFLD-/ -WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL - TRADEMARK - ''. Left side of barrel and receiver are both Winchester proofed; receiver is electro-penciled ''U.S. PROPERTY''. Bolt body is electro-penciled with matching serial number ''398600''. Mfg'd 1957. Condition overall is near excellent with approx. 96% original finish remaining. Metal with a few intermittent light scratches and small handling marks, factory lettering is clear with crisp edges. Matte finished receiver with a small spot of finish loss on left side near the ''Winchester Trademark''. Stock is very nice for its age, showing a very small amount of light handling marks; most noticeable being on the front of the grip and slight checkered impressions to left side near the upper tang; finish on right side of forend has thinned and faded a bit. Edges of the buttplate as well as some spots on the checkering with moderate surface rust and should clean to improve; as is detracts little. Action and bolt mounted safety operate smoothly. Bolt face, bore, and chamber area are all very clean, rifling is excellent. U.S. Property marked rifles from this era were used most notably by Vietnam era snipers as well as military shooting teams and are considered scarce. Est.: $3,000-$4,500. (C&R)
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Post-64 Winchester Palma Match Competition Rifle
Post-64 Winchester Bolt Action Palma Match Competition Rifle, (1876-1976), #G1194667, .308 cal., 26'' medium-weight barrel, phosphate finish, walnut target stock, sling swivels, complete with scope mount and sight mounting blocks. Factory machine-turned bolt and black rubber Winchester buttplate. Condition is excellent showing very little use and possibly unfired. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #289470, .220 Swift cal., 26'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut stock with steel checkered buttplate, Buehler two-piece mounts with rings. Topped with an era correct Weaver K10 scope with twin horizontal crosshair reticles. Mfg'd 1954. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 95% matte overall blue finish. Hollow handle bolt shows light wear to blue areas, the body of which remains bright, as does follower. Stock with light general marks from field use, but overall very good, with small impression to right side near ejection port area. Action is crisp, bore is very good, scope optics are bright. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Ruger No. 1 RSI Int'l Single Shot Rifle
Ruger No. 1-RSI International Single Shot Rifle, with Bausch & Lomb scope, #132-61484, .270 Win. cal., 20'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish; brass beaded blade front sight, rear sight has been removed. Checkered pistol grip full-length walnut Mannlicher stock with sling swivels, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, and Ruger grip cap. Mfg'd 1985. Topped with a Bausch & Lomb 3-9x40 scope, which has a gloss black finish, duplex reticle, and original lens covers. Rifle is excellent, appearing as new, retaining approx. 99%+ factory metal finish. Nicely figured Mannlicher stock with only a few insignificant marks from handling. Crisp action, bore is clean with sharp rifling. Scope also appears as new with bright, clear optics. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern)
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Early Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle
Early Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle, #130-02250, .270 Win. cal., 26'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish, from the factory without sights. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with a semi-beavertail forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd 1971. Rifle is in excellent condition, appearing near new, retaining approx. 99% original factory blue finish; edges of barrel rib with a few very minor spots of finish wear. Stock and forend with only a few slight handling marks, checkering is sharp. Crisp action, bright bore with excellent rifling. Overall in outstanding condition, regardless of age; even more impressive considering this rifle is nearly 50 years old. Est.: $700-$1,000. (Modern)
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Kleinguenther Model K14 Bolt Action Rifle
Kleinguenther Model K14 Bolt Action Rifle, with Bushnell Elite 3200 scope, #721336, .243 Win. cal., 24'' barrel, mfg'd without sights, metal with a high polish dark blue finish. One-piece pistol-grip hardwood stock with skip-line checkering at the wrist and forend, Monte Carlo cheekpiece, rosewood forend and grip cap, sling swivel studs; length of pull over vented brown rubber recoil pad is 14''. Topped with a Bushnell Elite 3200 7-21x40 scope on Conetrol scope mounts; scope features a matte black finish, Mil-Dot reticle, Bushnell lens covers, and added level. Metal rates in excellent condition, retaining approx. 98% factory blue, receiver and floorplate with a small amount of light scratching and other small handling marks. Stock is very good+ with a few moderate marks from field use, most noticeable is on the left side near the forend checkering; finish on the comb with some very fine crazing; skip-line checkering is excellent. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Scope appears as new with only a few minor marks to the eye bell, optics are crystal clear. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)
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Sauer Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle
Sauer Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle, #P4656, 7mm Wea. mag. cal., 26'' barrel, blue finish, factory skipline checkered walnut cheekpiece stock with rosewood forend and pistol grip cap having a thin white spacer, still retaining its brown Weatherby marked rubber butt pad, with brown leather sling. Topped with a Leupold 2x7 Vari-X II scope on Buehler rings and mounts. Dating from the late 1960s to early 1970s. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% inky Weatherby blue. Stock with light scuffs and thinning to finish from field use. Good action, bright bore, with clear scope optics over duplex reticle. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle
Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle, #P52988, .300 Wea. mag. cal., 26'' barrel, blue finish, skip-line checkered cheekpiece walnut stock with rosewood forend and pistol grip cap with white line spacer, and white diamond inlay to grip cap; brown Weatherby butt pad is retained. Topped with a Leupold 3x9 Vari-X II scope on Buehler rings and mounts. Pre-1973 type action. Condition is near excellent. West German made barreled action retains approx. 98% royal type blue. Stock with several minor scratches near wrist and on cheekpiece. Standard duplex reticle scope with clear optics. Smooth action, bright bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern)
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Kimber of Oregon Model 84 Super America Bolt Action Rifle
Like New Kimber of Oregon Model 84 Super America Bolt Action Rifle, #SA316, .223 Rem. cal., 22'' barrel, blued finish; one-piece pistol-grip walnut stock, with cheekpiece, point checkering, satin finish, plain steel grip cap, checkered steel buttplate, ebony forend tip, and sling swivel studs, with hooded silver bead front and folding rear sight, and factory grooved receiver. Includes original two-piece box with numbered matching end label. There are a few specks of oxidation present on the barrel near the ebony forend cap, presumably from long term storage. Rfle is in otherwise as new condition, possibly unfired. Nicely figured wood is mint. Bore is mirror bright. Est.: 1,500-$2,000. (Modern)
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Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1 Single Shot Rifle
Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1 Single Shot Rifle, #131-13843, .45-70 cal., 22'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish; brass beaded blade front sight, folding rear sight, with peep sight. Checkered pistol-grip walnut and it is interesting to note that this rifle has a semi-beavertail forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd 1977. Approx. 98% factory blue finish remains and metal surfaces rate as excellent overall, receiver and lever with mild plum colored toning. Forend with a tiny pin hole in front of the swivel and some dark staining to left edge near the frame; wood is otherwise fine with scattered light handling marks; buttstock with an attractive grain pattern; checkering is clean. Crisp action, bright bore with excellent rifling. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern)
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Ruger No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle
Ruger No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle, with Leupold scope, #133-32693, .22 Hornet cal., 26'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish, receiver has toned to light plum color, from the factory without sights. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with a semi-beavertail forend, factory black rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, quick-detachable sling swivels, tan leather sling. Mfg'd 1996. Topped with a Leupold VX-I 3-9x40mm scope; scope with matte black finish and duplex reticle. Rifle is in excellent condition, appearing near new, and retaining approx. 99% factory blue, with only a few slight handling marks to the wood and metal. Wood with a nice smooth finish and even color, checkering is sharp. Crisp action, bright bore with excellent rifling. Scope appears as new with crystal clear optics. Est.: $800-$1,100. (Modern)
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Interarms/Whitworth Rifle Co. MK X (Alaskan) Rifle
Interarms/Whitworth Rifle Co. MK X (Alaskan) Bolt Action Rifle, #B249958, .375 H&H mag. cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, checkered pistol-grip European walnut stock, factory Whitworth marked rubber butt pad, factory three-leaf Express sight and gold bead front sight. Topped with Redfield rings and mounts. Rifle features Mauser action and claw extractor, with one reinforcing bolt thru stock. These rifles were made in Yugoslavia by Zastava Arms Co. Dating from the late 1970s to early 1980s. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, retaining approx. 97% factory blue. Very light disfigurement to trigger guard screws. Stock and action are excellent, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Ltd. Ed. Winchester M.52B Sporter
Limited Edition Winchester Model 52B Sporter Re-issue Bolt Action Rifle, #BS3789, .22 L.R. cal., 24'' barrel, dark blued finish; one-piece checkered walnut stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece, ebony forend cap, smooth steel grip cap, checkered steel Winchester buttplate, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd without sights, receiver is factory drilled and tapped with scope bases. Features an adjustable Micro Motion trigger and comes with two (2) five-rd. Winchester magazines. Includes the original box that is numbered to the gun, hang tag, and owner's manual. Mfg'd in Japan by Miroku. Rifle is in excellent, near new condition overall, retaining approx. 99%+ factory blue. Right side of buttstock with a few superficial scratches, checkering is sharp. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $700-$1,000. (Modern)
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Browning Model B-78 Single Shot Rifle
Browning Model B-78 Single Shot Rifle, with Redfield scope, #9977W47, .30-06 cal., 26'' tapered octagonal barrel, manufactured without sights, metal with a dark blued finish. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock and Schnabel forend, with gloss finish, Monte Carlo cheekpiece, factory black rubber Browning recoil pad. Topped with a Redfield 2-7x scope and Browning mounts; scope with a gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, and retaining approx. 99% factory blue. Stock with no mentionable handling wear, checkering is sharp. Excellent action; bore is mirror bright with crisp rifling. Scope is also excellent with a few slight marks to the exterior, optics are clear. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Modern)
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Winchester M.1885 Ltd. Series Sporter Rifle
Winchester Model 1885 Limited Series Sporter Single Shot Rifle, #00020MP85J, .45-70 cal., 24'' octagonal barrel, dark blued finish; checkered walnut stock and Schnabel forend have an oil finish with black rubber Decelerator recoil pad, and sling swivel studs. Receiver and upper tang are factory drilled and tapped for scope mount; barrel with a dovetailed brass beaded blade front sight and semi-buckhorn rear sight. Mfg'd in Japan by Miroku. Barrel and receiver appear as new and retain approx. 99%+ factory blue with a few slight handling marks. There are a half dozen or so small indentations on the stock and forend; color and finish is even and smooth; checkering is unmarred and remains sharp. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Rare Cased Grade I Ruger No. 1 Lyman Centennial Rifle
Rare Cased Grade I Ruger No. 1 Lyman Centennial (1878-1978) Commemorative Single Shot Rifle, #131-45598, .45-70 cal., 28'' tapered round barrel, blued finish; barrel with scroll engraving and gold bands near muzzle and breech. Receiver is also scroll engraved with gold highlights on the right side which also features a buck and ''Lyman 1878-1978''; left side ''1911''; bottom of frame is number L-034. High-grade checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with cheekpiece and Schnabel forend are oil finished with a fully checkered steel buttplate and grip cap. Topped with the original mounts and Lyman Centennial scope that is numbered ''1911'' to match the rifle. Rifle comes complete with wood display case that has a fitted red velvet interior and includes a full box of empty Lyman Centennial shell casings, cleaning rod, dies, hand reloading tool, bullet mold, gold-plated commemorative medallion, key, COA that notes this rifle as being #034 of 101, book entitled The Centennial Journal, and misc. factory paperwork. Rifle is in excellent condition and retains approx. 99% factory blue. High-grade stock and forend with an attractive grain pattern, few small indentations from handling along the bottom edge of the buttstock, and a single small blemish to the cheekpiece; checkering pattern is fine and remains clean and sharp. Excellent action and bright bore. Rear of scope is scratched from sliding back and forth within the mount and is otherwise excellent, optics are bright and clear, fine crosshair reticles are straight. There are a few moderate scratches present on the exterior of the wood case, interior is excellent. Dies appear lightly used. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (Modern)
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SW Model 41 Semi-Auto Target Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 41 Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #A320241, .22 LR cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut thumb-rest grips, Partridge front sight and fully adjustable rear sight, serrated front grip strap, no magazine. In original two-piece ''Bangor Punta'' era box with matching end label. Mfg'd ca. 1976-1977. Condition is excellent showing only intermittent slight handling marks; approx. 99% original factory finish remains. Grips retain all of their original varnish, checkering is sharp. Smooth action, mirror bright bore with sharp rifling. Box is very good showing signs of mostly moderate storage type wear and a few spots of finish loss, end label is clear, corners are all intact. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt 3rd Series Woodsman Target Pistol
Colt 3rd Series Woodsman Target Pistol, #183831-S, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, factory adjustable rear sight and one original bottom release magazine, in original box numbered to pistol with instructions, test target and warranty card. Mfg'd 1958. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98+% factory blue finish. Grips with only the lightest marks. Good action, bright bore. Box with moderate general scuffing and loss to the lower portion of end label. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt 3rd Series Woodsman Sport Pistol
Colt 3rd Series Woodsman Sport Pistol, #304220S, .22 LR cal., 4.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered wood grips, factory adjustable rear sight and one original bottom release magazine, all in its original box with a copy of the instructions. Mfg'd 1976. Condition is excellent retaining almost all its factory blue finish. Grips are as new. Good action, bright bore. Box with some scuffs and tape repair. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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High Standard Supermatic Trophy Series 107 Pistol
High Standard Supermatic Trophy Series 107 Military Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #ML78901, .22 LR cal., 5.5'' bull barrel with muzzle brake, blue finish, checkered walnut thumbrest grips, Patridge front sight, square-notched rear sight is adjustable for both windage and elevation. Features a gold-plated trigger, safety, and magazine release; stippled front and back strap. Mfg'd in E. Hartford, Conn. Included are four (4) magazines: two (2) with blued steel bottoms; two (2) with red plastic ''High Standard'' marked bases with the original Brownells packaging. In brown kraft box with hand numbered matching end label and two-piece Styrofoam insert. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, retaining approx. 99% original finish; top of slide with mild plum-colored toning. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Grips also appear as new. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling; overall appearing to have been fired very little. Est.: $600-$900. (Modern/Olympic Exempt)
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Belgian Browning Medalist Semi-Auto Pistol
Belgian Browning Medalist Semi-Automatic Pistol, #39901T71, .22 LR cal., 6'' vent rib barrel, blue finish, wraparound checkered European walnut grips with thumb rest, factory serrated angle-cut Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, gold-plated trigger, with one factory magazine. Mfg'd 1971. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98% blue. Dry firing bar in place to top edge of right grip panel. Very light wear to varnish on apex of thumb rest. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 41 Semi-Auto Target Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 41 Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #A139283, .22 LR cal., 7'' barrel with muzzle brake, blue finish, checkered walnut thumb-rest grips, Partridge front sight with added white paint, square-notched fully adjustable rear sight with added red paint, serrated front gripstrap, with one original S&W magazine. Mfg'd c. 1970-1971. Approx. 98%+ factory blue remains and this pistol is in excellent overall condition. Grips with minimal handling marks, checkering is sharp. Smooth action, bright bore with excellent rifling; overall appears to be only very lightly used. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 46 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 46 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #22961, .22 LR cal., 7'' barrel, blue finish, checkered brown plastic thumb-rest grips, Patridge front sight and fully adjustable square-notched rear sight, with two (2) original 10-round S&W magazines. Approx. 2,500 of the 4,000 total Model 46s produced were of the 7'' barrel variation, ca. 1957-1966. Condition is excellent, retaining approx. 98%+ original factory blue, with crisp factory lettering. Grips with intermittent small handling marks, predominantly on the lower edge of the left grip; checkering is sharp. Smooth action, mirror bright bore with excellent rifling. There are some spots of surface rust present on the body of the additional magazine. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt MK IV Series 70 Gov't Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt MK IV Series 70 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #53259B70, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, satin nickel finish; grip safety, barrel bushing, trigger, slide stop, and thumb safety all have a blued finish. Checkered black rubber wraparound Colt grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights, one original matte nickel Colt magazine. Mfg'd 1980. In fine used condition with no noticeable finish loss to the frame or slide; matte nickel with light surface scuffs and other moderate handling marks; factory lettering is clear and defined. Grips are excellent. Action is smooth; bore is clean and rates in excellent condition overall. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt MK IV Series 70 Gov't Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt MK IV Series 70 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #70G50076, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, walnut grips with silver Colt medallions, standard sights, with one ''COLT/.45 AUTO'' marked magazine. In the original one-piece wood grain box with matching end label and two-piece Styrofoam insert. Mfg'd 1973. Approx. 99% factory blue remains and pistol is in excellent overall condition. Factory lettering is clear. Grips with no mentionable handling wear, medallions are bright. The sides of the hammer with a few spots of mild darkening. Smooth action, excellent bore. Box shows moderate fading and storage type wear, end label is clear. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Python Double Action Revolver
Colt Python Double Action Revolver, #V13636, .357 mag. cal., 6'' vent rib barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, blade front sight; replacement Millett sights include a blade front and square-notched fully adjustable rear. Mfg'd 1978. Condition is fine and shows signs of moderate use; retaining approx. 95% blue with a majority of the finish loss at the muzzle and crane. Grips are excellent with a few small indentations from handling, mainly along the bottom edge; checkering is sharp. Action is tight and smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling; overall a fine shooter grade revolver. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Custom Shop Python Elite Revolver
Colt Custom Shop Python Elite Double Action Revolver, #PE04632, .357 mag. cal, 6'' barrel, satin stainless finish, finger grooved laminate wood grips with silver Colt medallions, red ramp front sight, white-outline square notched fully adjustable rear sight. In original blue plastic Colt case with matching end label, owner's manual, and orange hang tag. Left side of barrel is marked ''PYTHON ELITE/.357 MAGNUM''. Mfg'd by the Colt Custom Shop in 2001. Revolver is in near excellent lightly used condition. Cylinder with a thin turn line and minor powder burning to the face and inside of frame; metal with intermittent light surface scuffs and small handling marks, most noticeable are a few darkened rub marks on the left side of the barrel. Grips are excellent retaining all of their finish, right grip with a few small handling marks. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Smooth action, bright bore with excellent rifling. Est.: $3,000-$3,750. (Modern)(Not available to Calif. residents.)
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Colt Python Target Double Action Revolver
Colt Python Target Double Action Revolver, #K03619, .38 Spec. cal., 8'' barrel, royal blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, in its original box with instructions, hang tag and slipcover. Mfg'd 1980. Scarce with only 3,489 mfg'd in blue. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (Modern/PPT)
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Scarce Sig Sauer P220 Sport Semi-Automatic Pistol
Scarce Mint Sig Sauer P220 Sport Semi-Automatic Pistol, with eleven (11) magazines, #G323068, single/double action, .45 ACP cal., 5.5'' barrel with aluminum compensator, matte stainless finish, checkered Cocobolo wood grips white dot front sight, adjustable square-notched rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation, with a extended magazine release button, decocker, and bright stainless trigger. Pistol comes with a total of eleven (11) magazines: six (6) 8-rd. Sig Sauer, one 10-rd. Sig Sauer; four (4) 8-rd. Novak's. In the original blue plastic case with matching end label, additional pair of checkered wood grips, additional set of grips screws, tune-up spring kit, and two (2) additional triggers. These pistols are hard to find and this example appears as new. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Action is extremely smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling; internally a very clean pistol that shows little evidence of being fired. Additional pair of grips also appear as new. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (Modern/PPT)
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Scarce Auto Mag ''B Series'' TDE/OMC Model 280 Pistol
Scarce Auto Mag ''B Series'' TDE/OMC Model 280 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with extra .45 Win. mag. barrel/slide and more, #B00118, .44 AMP cal., 6.5'' vent rib barrel, stainless finish, checkered black plastic grips, integral blade front sight and square-notched adjustable rear sight, with two (2) magazines. An El Monte made Auto Mag that is marked ''TDE'' and ''OMC'' on left side of slide. Included is a 10.5'' stainless .45 Win. mag. barrel/slide, marked ''AMC'' and mfg'd when the company was in Covina, CA. Also included is a black plastic Auto Mag case, a first edition copy of the book ''Auto Mag, The Pasedena Days, The Years 1966-1972'', by Bruce Stark; shooters manual; June 1997 edition of ''American Handgunner'', which features an article on the .44 AMP Auto Mag pistol. This 6.5'' barreled pistol rates in very good condition overall with scattered surface scuffs and others signs of moderate handling and range use. Grips show moderate wear, checkering with a few flat spots, no major blemishes. Rear sight has toned and is plum colored. Action is smooth; bore is clean and rates in excellent condition. Additional 10.5'' barrel is excellent overall; there are intermittent light scratches present on the exterior; bore is bright with crisp rifling. There is no longer a foam interior on the inside of the plastic case; printed material shows moderate age and wear. Est.: $2,500-$3,000. (Modern/PPT)
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IMI Desert Eagle Semi-Automatic Pistol
Israel Military Industries (IMI) Desert Eagle .41/44 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #42168-S, .44 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, combination matte black and stainless finish, black plastic wraparound IMI grips, ambidextrous safety, and one original 8-rd. magazine. Millett sights include a ramped front and white-outline fully adjustable rear sight. Made in Israel. Includes box and extra mag. Condition is excellent with some light surface scuffs and mild edgewear to the barrel. Grips show very little handling wear. Action is tight and smooth; bore is bright and in excellent condition. Est.: $900-$1,100. (Modern/PPT)
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Scarce EMC 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Scarce EMC 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #RA22, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, matte/satin stainless steel, checkered wraparound black rubber Pachmayr grips, fixed blade front sight, square-notched rear sight, with one unmarked stainless magazine. The only markings are ''(EMC Logo) SANTA ANA, CA.'' and ''RA22'' on right side of frame. Pistol is in excellent, very lightly used condition. Frame and slide with intermittent slight handling marks; factory lettering with sharp raised edges. Grips show only very minor handling wear. Action is smooth; bore is bright and rates in excellent condition. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Modern/PPT)
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Coonan Classic .357 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Coonan Classic .357 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #CDA1000, .357 mag. cal., 5'' linkless barrel, 6.5'' overall with compensator, combination matte/satin stainless finish, checkered walnut grips; each grip with an inlaid American coin. Pistol also features a skeletonized hammer and trigger, two (2) original magazines; night sights include a rear sight that is adjustable for both windage and elevation. Included is the original soft carry case with gun oil. Condition is excellent with intermittent slight scratches and small handling marks to the frame and slide. Grips are also excellent. Action is smooth, bore is mirror bright with defined rifling; overall showing normal signs of light range use. Est.: $1,400-$1,800. (Modern/PPT)
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Limited Edition Coonan 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol
Limited Edition Coonan 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #LT45043, .45 ACP cal., 5'' linkless barrel, combination matte/satin stainless finish, G-10 grips, external extractor, skeletonized hammer and trigger, red fiber optic front sight, fully adjustable green fiber optic rear sight, with three (3) Coonan magazines. Included is the original soft carry case with gun lock, oil, owner's manual, and sight adjustment tool. Condition is excellent appearing as new, matte finished top of the slide with a few very minor marks from handling. Grips show absolutely no handling wear. Action is smooth, bore is bright with excellent rifling; overall showing signs of minimal use. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Eng'd Colt Mustang MK IV Ser. 80 Semi-Auto Pistol
Engraved Colt Mustang MK IV Series 80 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #MS17710, .380 cal., 2.75'' barrel, stainless steel, factory checkered black plastic grips with Colt medallions; includes three (3) magazines, instructions, and warranty card. Pistol shows about half coverage fine scroll engraving by Colt master engraver Robert E. Strosin, a full-time engraver since 1980. He is a certified master engraver of the Firearms Engraver's Guild of America, a Colt master engraver, and a professional member of the American Custom Gunmaker's Guild. Condition is excellent showing little use, appearing as new and unfired. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern/PPT)
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2-Digit Randall A111 Service Model Pistol
Two-Digit Numbered Randall Firearms A111 Service Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #RF00044C, .45 ACP cal., 5'' stainless barrel, matte/satin stainless finish, checkered wood grips; fixed sights include a blade front and square-notched rear, with one Randall magazine. Included is the original box that is numbered to the gun. Condition is excellent with only light handling marks to the frame and slide, most noticeable are a few scratches to the right side of the slide, near the muzzle. Left grip checkering is sharp, right grip with flattening along the bottom edge. Action is smooth; bore is bright and in excellent overall condition. pistol is unique in the fact that it has such a low serial number and is not in the normal range of serial numbers that was used for Service Model pistols, which began at RF02000C; this particular serial number indicates that it could be one of the approx. 78 special order pistols. Interesting to note that the ''Service Model'' stamp on the right side of the slide is not cleanly struck. this could have potentially been a pistol put together from leftover parts at the factory, and not intended for commercial sale. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern/PPT)
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Randall Firearms A131 Service Model Pistol
Randall Firearms A131 Service Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #RF05816C, .45 ACP cal., 5'' stainless barrel, matte/satin stainless finish, checkered wood grips, blade front sight and fully adjustable rear sight, and includes one stainless magazine. Condition is very good+ showing signs of moderate handling and range use, including light scratches to the frame and slide. Grip checkering is mostly sharp; bottom edge of the right grip with a few small indentations. Action is smooth; bore is near excellent with some normal light powder fouling in the grooves. One of 2,083 Model A131 pistols produced. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Randall A111 Service Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Factory Two-Tone Randall Firearms A111 Service Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #RF03713C, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, checkered wood grips; fixed sights include a blade front and square-notched rear. What makes this pistol unique is the two-tone finish. The stainless frame and slide have a black oxide finish while some of the smaller parts like the hammer, grip safety, and mainspring housing have a matte stainless finish. Left side of the slide is marked ''STAINLESS/STEEL RANDALL CALIBER/.45 AUTO''; frame is marked with only the serial number. Includes one 8-rd. stainless Chip McCormick magazine. The consignor states that this pistol was made for the 1984 Dallas TX Shot Show as an example of what the future would hold had the company moved forward. Condition is very good with scattered light scuffs and scratches to the frame and slide; top with two more noticeable spots of finish wear. Grips appear as new. Action is smooth; bore is near excellent with some normal light powder fouling in the grooves. Pistols with this type of finish were never put into production or offered for sale to the public, and besides the few that we have in this auction, may otherwise be impossible to find. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Modern/PPT)
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Randall A131 Service Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Factory Two-Tone Randall Firearms A131 Service Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #RF0006169C, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, checkered wood grips; flat top slide with fixed blade front sight and square-notched adjustable rear sight. What makes this pistol unique is the two-tone finish. The stainless frame and slide have a black oxide finish while some of the smaller parts like the hammer, grip safety, and mainspring housing have a matte stainless finish. Left side of the slide is marked ''STAINLESS/STEEL RANDALL CALIBER/.45 AUTO''; right side of the frame with maker's name and serial number. Includes one original Randall magazine. The consignor states that this pistol was made for the 1984 Dallas TX Shot Show as an example of what the future would hold had the company went forward. Condition is near excellent with scattered light handling marks, approx. 97% finish remains. Grips appear near new with sharp checkering. Action is smooth, excellent bore. Pistols with this type of finish were never put into production or offered for sale to the public and besides the few that we have in this auction, may otherwise be impossible to find. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Modern/PPT)
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Prototype Randall A121 Service Model Pistol
Prototype Randall Firearms A121 Service Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, with black oxide finish, #T26, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, checkered black rubber Pachmayr grips; flat top slide with a fixed blade front sight and square-notched rear sight, and includes one original Randall magazine. Right side of the slide is marked ''SERVICE MODEL''; left side ''STAINLESS/STEEL RANDALL CALIBER/.45 AUTO''; right side of the frame with maker's name and ''T26''. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% finish, showing only normal light mechanical wear along the bottom front of the slide. Action is smooth; excellent grips and bore. There were roughly 43 prototype pistols mfg'd in a variety of 15 different models/configurations. The full black oxide finish on this particular pistol never became part of Randall's standard production. Est.: $2,500-$4,500. (Modern/PPT)
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Prototype Randall Left-Hand B111 Pistol
Scarce Prototype Randall Firearms Left-Hand B111 Service Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #T20, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, matte/satin stainless finish, checkered walnut grips, fixed blade front sight, square-notched rear sight, and includes one original Randall magazine. Left side of slide is marked ''SERVICE MODEL''; right side ''STAINLESS/STEEL RANDALL CALIBER/.45 AUTO''; left side of frame with maker's name and ''T20''. Condition is excellent overall. There are a handful of light scuffs and handling marks present on top of slide which show up a little easier on the non-glare matte finish. Grip checkering is sharp. Action is smooth, excellent bore. There were roughly 43 prototype pistols mfg'd in a variety of 15 different models/configurations. When Randall closed its doors, a total of only 297 Model B111 pistols had been produced, making them scarce in their own right. Being the prototype makes this pistol even more unique and desirable. Est.: $2,500-$4,500. (Modern/PPT)
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Rare Prototype Randall Left-Hand B211 Pistol
Extremely Rare Prototype Randall Firearms Left-Hand B211 Service Model-C Semi-Automatic Pistol, #T13, .45 ACP cal., 4.25'' barrel, matte/satin stainless finish, checkered wood grips, fixed bladed front sight and square-notched rear sight, and includes one original Randall magazine. Left side of the slide is marked ''SERVICE MODEL-C''; right side ''STAINLESS/STEEL RANDALL CALIBER/.45 AUTO''; left side of the frame with maker's name and ''T13''. Condition is excellent overall with only a few intermittent slight scuffs and small handling marks to the slide and frame. Grip checkering is predominantly sharp; right grip with a medium sized impression to the bottom edge. Action is smooth, excellent bore. The Model B211 was never made for commercial sale and this pistol is potentially the only one in existence. Est.: $3,000-$5,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Rare Prototype Randall C332 Curtis LeMay 4-Star Model Pistol
Extremely Rare Lightweight Prototype Randall Firearms C332 Curtis LeMay 4-Star Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #T55, 9mm cal., 4.25'' barrel, matte/satin stainless finished slide, matte finished alloy frame, checkered walnut grips, fixed bladed front sight, square-notched fully adjustable rear sight, and includes one unmarked magazine with dog-leg base; magazine itself appears to be a prototype, lacking a completely finished look and does not appear functional. Left side of slide is marked ''STAINLESS/STEEL RANDALL CALIBER/9mm PARA''; right side ''GEN. CURTIS E. LeMAY (four stars)''; right side of frame with maker's name and ''T55''. Condition is fine overall. There are a handful of light scuffs and handling marks present on the matte finished surfaces; grip safety with some very mild oxidation. There are also a few spots on the frame that don't have the typical finished look to them, including the inside of the grip frame and lower corner, as well as a what looks like a machining mark to the right side near the maker's name. Grip checkering is predominantly sharp. Action is smooth, excellent bore. When the company closed its doors, a total of only four Model C332 pistols had been produced, making them near impossible to find. Being the prototype makes this pistol even more unique and desirable. Est.: $3,000-$5,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Prototype Randall C311 Curtis LeMay Pistol
Possibly the Only Prototype Randall Firearms C311 Curtis E. LeMay 4-Star Featherweight Semi-Automatic Pistol, with black oxide finish, #T51, .45 ACP cal., 4.25'' barrel, blackened stainless slide, blackened alloy receiver, checkered wood grips; fixed sights include a blade front sight and square-notched rear, no magazine. Right side of slide is marked ''GEN. CURTIS E. LeMAY (four stars)''; left side ''STAINLESS/STEEL RANDALL CALIBER/.45 AUTO''; right side of frame with maker's name and ''T51''. The consignor states that this pistol was made for the 1984 Dallas TX Shot Show as an example of what the future would hold had the company moved forward. Included is part of a red plastic tag that says ''Shot Show Dallas 1984'', and looks like it may have hung from the pistol while on display. Condition is excellent overall retaining approx. 98% metal finish; the frame with a handful of intermittent small manufacturing blemishes that were then finished over; bottom left edge of the mag well and grip with a few small impressions that appear more recent as they have resulted in a tiny bit of finish loss, otherwise the grips appear as new. Action is smooth, excellent bore. Est.: $3,000-$5,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Single-Digit Randall A111 Service Model Pistol
Single-Digit Numbered Randall Firearms A111 Service Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #RF00007C, .45 ACP cal., 5'' stainless barrel, matte/satin stainless finish, checkered wood grips; fixed sights include a blade front and square-notched rear; with one Randall magazine. Included is the original box that is hand numbered to the gun, plain kraft shipping type box that is also hand numbered to the gun, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent with a few light handling marks to the frame and slide. Grip checkering is sharp. Action is smooth; bore is bright and in excellent overall condition. This pistol is unique in the fact that it has such a low serial number and is not in the normal range of serial numbers that was used for Service Model pistols, which began at RF02000C, most likely a custom gun that was not intended for commercial sale. The name Russ Long Sr. is written on the outside of the plain cardboard box. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Mtn. Gun Model 25-13 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Mountain Gun Model 25-13 Double Action Revolver, #CHE 6986, .45 Colt cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, smooth factory finger-groove cocobolo grips, standard front and factory adjustable rear sights. Mfg'd 2004. Caliber designation to left side of barrel with ''Mountain Gun'' emblazoned on right side. All in original blue hard case with instructions, cleaning accessories and action keys, as well as pistol lock. Factory letter indicates the revolver was shipped to the S&W distributor Lew Horton, on Feb. 26, 2004. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% factory blue with very thin mark at rear of cylinder. Grips are as new. Good action, bright bore. Most probably unfired. Est.: $650-$850. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 460XVR Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 460XVR Double Action Revolver, #CJH5249, .460 S&W mag. cal., 5-shot, 8-5/8'' barrel which includes the muzzle brake, satin stainless finish, stippled and finger-grooved black rubber S&W grips, green fiber optic front sight and square notched fully adjustable rear sight. In the original blue plastic S&W case with matching end label, key for the internal locking system, additional compensator, cable lock, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent overall showing just normal light handling marks from range use; cylinder with a moderate index line. Action is smooth and crisp; bore is bright, rifling is sharp. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 629-2 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 629-2 Double Action Revolver, #BEC3830, .44 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, stainless finish, non-fluted cylinder, stippled and finger grooved black rubber Hogue grips, ramped blade front sight and square-notched fully adjustable rear sight, target hammer and target trigger. Condition is near excellent, with scattered light scuffs and other moderate marks from handling and range use; cylinder with a light index line; factory lettering is crisp. Excellent action and bore; cylinder face is clean; bore and chambers are bright. The rear sight blade itself is damaged and needs to be replaced. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Factory ''D'' Engraved Colt Python Revolver
Beautiful Factory Class ''D'' Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver, #02489E, .357 mag. cal., 4'' vent rib barrel, royal blue finish, factory class ''D'' scroll engraving, checkered walnut grips with inlaid gold Colt medallions, ramped front sight and fully adjustable rear sight. In custom fitted wood display case with red interior. Includes a Colt factory letter that states this gun was shipped to John Jovino Co., New York, NY, in 1976, as part of a 4-gun shipment; letter verifies the ''Class ''D'' engraving. Metal surfaces are excellent, and overall this revolver appears as new and unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ factory royal blue finish, with one tiny mark on the left edge of the trigger guard and a faint line on the cylinder. This revolver was used as a display piece at one point; parts of the grips are faded and have had an added coat of finish applied; left grip with a few small indentations, checkering on both is sharp. Chambers and bore are bright. The case is very nicely made, there are a few small storage type marks present on the lid; interior is excellent. With a fresh set of factory grips, this revolver would display superbly in its custom case. Est.: $6,000-$8,000. (Modern)(Not available to Calif. residents.)(Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver
Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver, #R19462, .22 LR cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hardwood grips with gold medallions, in its original box with instructions and hang tag. Mfg'd 1978. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired. Index line to rear portion of cylinder is incredibly faint. Grips, action and bore are excellent. Slipcover to carton is moderately scuffed, end label with losses. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Python Target Double Action Revolver
Colt Python Target Double Action Revolver, #VA6287, .38 Spec. cal., 8'' vent rib barrel, royal blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, blade front sight, square-notched fully adjustable rear sight. In an original Colt woodgrain box with two-piece Styrofoam insert, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Mfg'd 1980. Scarce with only 3,489 mfg'd in blue. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, retaining approx. 99% factory blue, with a few minor handling marks to the barrel rib and light wear to the muzzle face; cylinder with only the slightest index line. Left grip with a couple of small indentations along the bottom edge, both are otherwise excellent with sharp unmarred checkering. Bore is bright with excellent rifling. Box is missing both end flaps and is in poor condition. Est.: $2,500-$3,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt MK IV Series 70 Gold Cup National Match
Colt Mk IV Series70 Gold Cup National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol, #70N12383, .45ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, factory adjustable sights, Colt Match barrel, factory wide trigger, flat serrated mainspring housing, and one Colt marked magazine. Mfg'd 1974, in its original box with instructions, warranty card, and round Colt combo tool in small manila envelope. Condition is near excellent, with very light high point edgewear retaining approx. 96% factory blue; frontstrap has thinned somewhat with about 85% blue remaining there. Grips with very light wear, crisp action, bright bore. Box has faded with some tape pull marks, end label is strong. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern/PPT)
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Scarce Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol
Scarce Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, chambered in .30 Luger cal., #245PZ64819, 4-5/8'' barrel, blue finish, checkered black plastic grips, spur hammer, round blade front sight, square-notched rear sight, and two (2) 13-rd. magazines. Barrel and frame with matching numbers. Right side of the slide is marked ''MADE IN BELGIUM/BY FABRIQUE NATIONALE HERSTAL''; left side ''BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q.''; marked on the butt ''C.A.T. 1086''. In the original box that is numbered to the gun with two-piece Styrofoam insert, owner's manual, and cleaning rod. Mfg'd 1981. This pistol is like new and shows little evidence of being handled and appears to have been fired very little. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Grip checkering is sharp. Action is smooth; bore is bright with strong rifling. In exceptionally nice overall condition that would be hard to improve upon. Box shows storage type wear and a few slices to the bottom panel. A small quantity of approx. 1,500 of these pistols were imported circa 1986-1989, making them an important addition to any Browning Hi-Power collection. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern/PPT) (High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Colt MK IV Ser. 70 Gov't Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Mint Colt MK IV Series 70 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #70B36350, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights, with one original Colt magazine. In the original one-piece wood grain box with matching end label, two-piece Styrofoam insert, yellow ''safe handling'' hang tag, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Mfg'd 1982. An extremely high condition example, pistol is in like new condition overall. There is no mentionable wear to the factory blued finish. Grips checkering is sharp, medallions are clean. Smooth action, excellent bore. Box shows light storage type wear. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (Modern/PPT)
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Sig Sauer Model 1911 Target Semi-Auto Pistol
Sig Sauer Model 1911 Target Semi-Automatic Pistol, #54B139862, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, satin stainless finish, original checkered double diamond blackwood grips, white-dot front sight, square-notched rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation, checkered front and back strap, skeletonized hammer, with four (4) 8-round magazines. In original black plastic Sig case that is numbered to the gun, with owner's manual and hang tag. Condition is excellent, appearing as new. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright; overall a very high-condition pistol. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver, #N644601, .44 mag. cal., 6'' pinned barrel, bright nickel finish, factory checkered Goncalo Alves target grips with inlaid S&W medallions, red ramp front sight and white outline fully adjustable rear sight, with a case colored target hammer and target trigger. Mfg'd ca. 1979-1980. Nickel surfaces rate in fine+ condition overall with some light micro-scratching and other small handling marks, no flaking or finish loss; cylinder with a moderate index line; factory lettering is crisp. Grips are excellent, checkering is sharp. Hammer and trigger retain 99% strong case colors. Action is smooth; bore is clean and in excellent overall condition, rifling is sharp. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 57 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolver, #N649817, .41 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, nickel finish, red ramp and white outline sights, target trigger and hammer, factory checkered target grips with S&W medallions, in S&W presentation case. Mfg'd 1979. Condition is excellent retaining 98%+ original nickel, with light index mark to cylinder and minor micro scratching. Grips are excellent. Good action, bright bore. Case is fine with its blue interior being completely present, missing aluminum cleaning rod, with several scuffs on top of lid. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 25-3 125th Year Commemorative Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 25-3 125th Year Commemorative Double Action Revolver, #S&W4957, .45 Colt cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, red ramp front and white outline rear sight, target checkered hammer and target serrated trigger. Mfg'd 1977. Sideplate with S&W Commemorative seal; barrel marked ''125th Anniversary''. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired, with only the thinnest index mark to cylinder. Grips and action are excellent, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern/PPT)
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LAPD Commem. SW Model 19-3 Double Action Revolver
Los Angeles Police Department Commemorative Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Double Action Revolver, #65K8962, .357 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, smooth factory target cocobolo grips with bright S&W medallions, red ramp front and factory white outline adjustable rear sights on pre-1981 pinned barrel. Checkered hammer, standard serrated trigger, with LAPD Badge markings to sideplate. Left side of barrel marked ''1781-1981 City of Los Angeles 200th Anniversary'', in LAPD Commemorative pine presentation case which is embossed with the Seal of the Los Angeles Police Department on its lid and with associated paperwork. All dating from 1981. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue. Grips are excellent, appearing as new. Good action, bright bore. Revolver is unfired. Lid of case with several scratches. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Texas Ranger Commemorative SW Model 19-3 Revolver
Texas Ranger Commemorative Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Double Action Revolver, #TR801, .357 mag. cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, smooth factory target cocobolo grips with bright S&W medallions, red ramp front and factory white outline adjustable rear sights, on pre-1981 pinned barrel. Target hammer, smooth target trigger, with Texas Commemorative markings to sideplate. Complete in Texas Ranger Commemorative pine presentation case which is embossed with the Seal of the Great State of Texas on its lid. The blue velvet lined case additionally contains a matching numbered Texas Rangers Commemorative Bowie Knife with a 6'' clip-point blade measuring 10.25'' overall, brass guard and pommel, laminated hardwood scales, with State of Texas Seal to right panel. Small white envelope containing key to case is present. All dating from 1973. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue. Grips are crisp, as new. Good action, bright bore. Revolver unfired since new. Box with light scuffing to lid. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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SW 29-3 Squires Tomato Springs Shootout Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 29-3 Robert Squires Tomato Springs Shootout Commemorative Double Action Revolver, #ADP4916, .44 mag. cal., nickel finish, smooth walnut grips with Sheriff's Dept. medallions, red ramp front sight and adjustable rear sight, color case hardened hammer and trigger. Right side of frame and barrel with decorative etching of the Tomato Springs Shootout, and other related images. All are in the correct fitted wood case, with oval medallion, replica badge, and includes the key. Both are serial numbered #030, which matches the number stamped on inside of crane. This revolver commemorates the 1912 Tomato Springs Shootout known at the time as the ''bloodiest battle in Orange County history''. Condition is very good+ as lightly used; nickel surfaces with scattered handling marks and light micro-scratching and would improve with a light cleaning as they are a little cloudy; cylinder with a moderate index line and powder staining to the face. Grips with a few small indentations from handling and are near excellent overall. Crisp action, bright bore rates in excellent condition. Case exterior shows some light storage type wear; interior, badge, and plaque are excellent. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)(Don Koll collection)
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Dutch Military Hemburg M1873 New Model Revolver
Dutch Military Hemburg Model 1873 New Model Double Action Revolver, #C392, 9.4mm cal., 6-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips, lanyard ring, integral blade front sight and ''U''-notched rear sight. Small diamond-shaped pattern of checkering has been added to the right grip. All visibly numbered parts are matching, both grips are also numbered and match the revolver. Right side of frame is marked ''Hemburg'', ''1910'', and ''116''; with several ''(crown)/E'' proof marks throughout. These revolvers are somewhat scarce and this particular example is in very good condition and shows normal signs of service use. Approx. 75%-80% original toning blue finish remains with specks of mild oxidation, areas of finish loss with brown patina. Factory lettering, proof marks, etc. are legible and clear. Front and back strap with spots of concentrated rub marks and wear; sides, underneath the grips with light surface rust and pitting. There has been a dab of silver solder added to the back of the lanyard ring to hold it in place, completely concealed when the grips are in place. Grips fit well and show age and wear that is consistent with the rest of the revolver, including general moderate handling marks. Action is smooth and locks up fine; bore is clean with scattered spots of mild erosion, rifling is defined with distinct lands and grooves. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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Antique German Model 1879 Reichsrevolver
Antique German Model 1879 Reichsrevolver, dated 1882, #1196, 10.6x25mm cal., 7'' round-to-octagonal barrel with cannon-turned muzzle marked ''10.55'' on left barrel flat, with blade front sight; metal with a blued finish; hammer and trigger are silvery gray; two-piece hardwood grips with lanyard ring in butt. All numbered parts are matching. Left side of the frame is stamped ''S&S V.C.S. CGH Suhl'' within an oval. Butt with ''B.A.M. 5.11'' regimental markings. Condition is very good showing a mostly brown patina with areas of gunmetal gray on the barrel, blue finish on the front of the frame, and clear markings. There are some intermittent spots of mild pitting on the metal, including one more noticeable spot on right side of barrel. Cylinder and grips with moderate impressions and overall this revolver shows normal signs of military use; grips are sound, no chips or cracks. Action is smooth and crisp; bore with some spots of light erosion, rifling is defined. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)
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Spanish Jo.Lo.Ar. Sharpshooter Semi-Auto Pistol
Spanish Jo.Lo.Ar. Sharpshooter Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Star, #394, 9mm Largo (9x23) cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, knurled and checkered horn grips, with one nickel-plated magazine. The Sharpshooter variation incorporates a folding lever mounted on the right side, which allows the user to charge the weapon with one hand. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% original factory blue and clear markings. Grips with moderate wear. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$650. (C&R/PPT)
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Glisenti Model 1910 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Glisenti Model 1910 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #I1677, 9mm Glisenti cal., 3.75'' barrel, blue finish, original checkered black plastic grips with Savoy crest, standard fixed sights, and one factory nickel-plated magazine. Mfg'd between 1910-1915 and used thru WWII. Right side of frame is marked ''(crown)/FAB/1910'' and ''TM''; top ''BV'' and ''MBT'' monogram. All parts with visible numbers are matching. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90% original blue finish. There are intermittent patches of light to moderate pitting present on parts of the barrel and frame; factory lettering, proof marks, etc. are visible. Upper edge of the right grip is cracked, which is common, otherwise both show normal light wear; checkering is predominantly sharp. Good action, bore is clean, surface has some very minor pinprick etching, with prominent rifling. (Do not shoot standard 9mm ammo thru this firearm.) Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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Roth-Steyr M1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Roth-Steyr M1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #30011, 8mm Roth-Steyr cal., 5.1'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood grips, adjustable blade front sight and fixed ''V'' notch rear sight. Marked on barrel flat ''WAFFENFABRIK STEYR'', and on rear of frame ''W.n(Eagle)10''. Right side grip plate is unit marked ''R6/13''. Condition overall is very good with approx. 70% finish remaining on the metal, showing thinning and patina around the muzzle and barrel area, and light tarnish to the bright bolt. Grips are good with scratches and flattening to the checkering. Action is smooth; bore has some darkening in the grooves, otherwise bright with very good rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $700-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Webley MK 1 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Webley MK 1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #100400, .455 Auto cal., 5'' barrel, blued finish, black plastic grips. Marked on left side slide with the ''Winged Bullet'' Webley logo and ''WEBLEY &SCOTT LTD PISTOL SELF -LOADING .455 MARK 1 1913''. Frame and slide marked with Birmingham proof and view marks. Condition overall is very good with most of a later refinish remaining on the metal, which was applied over old pitting on right side of slide. Grips are very good with minor chips, scratches and flattening. Action is smooth, bore is very good. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Springfield Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Saddle Ring Carbine
Springfield Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Saddle Ring Carbine, #73379, .30-40 CF cal., 22'' round barrel with tall pinned-blade front and adjustable leaf rear (marked ''C'' for Carbine) sights, has a unique front barrel band that acts as a sight protector; receiver is marked ''U.S.'' over ''Model 1896. Springfield Armory. 73379'' on left, has a sliding top bolt with knurled rear knob, right-side cartridge magazine with hinged loading gate having a large thumb piece, and a sling bar and ring mounted opposite; oil-finished walnut forestock, handguard and buttstock having a flat buttplate with a hinged door opening to a trap for a jointed cleaning rod (not present). Mfg'd ca. 1897. Condition is fine, the barrel retaining approx. 75% original blue mixing with age toning, the balance of the metal being smooth gunmetal gray with sharp edges and markings throughout. Stocks are solid and smooth having nice grain and color and perhaps an added coat of finish; butt trap contains a 3.25'' bright-metal oil tin. Action is smooth; bore shines with light oxidation toward muzzle and defined rifling. This 1896 Krag carbine is the model that Teddy Roosevelt's Rough Riders used to storm Cuba's San Juan Hill in 1898. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Antique)*
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Antique Remington-Lee Model 1885 Navy Contract Rifle
Antique Remington-Lee Model 1885 U.S. Navy Contract Bolt Action Rifle, #51883, .45-70 cal., cut down 24.5'' barrel, blue finish, one-piece straight walnut stock with one barrel band, standard military sights, rear sight marked ''R'' (rifle), with one standard Remington 5-rd. magazine. Top of receiver marked ''U.S.N./( anchor)/No 2820/W.W.K''. Dating from approx. 1897. Condition is very good retaining approx. 75%-80% thinning and toning blue. Stock with moderate scuffs and scratches. Good action, excellent bore. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)*
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Colt Model 1902 Philippine Constabulary Revolver
Colt Model 1902 ''Philippine Constabulary'' ''U.S.'' marked Double Action Revolver, #45487, .45 Colt CF cal., 6'' round barrel with standard sights and right-side ejector rod, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in one line on top, and ''45 Colt'' at left; long-fluted 6-shot round cylinder is marked ''5487'' and ''RAC'' on rear face; solid frame has right-side loading gate (marked ''5487''), marked ''U.S.'' at right-front, ''ITT'' and ''1902'' to rear, has the encircled ''Rampant Colt'' logo and ''R.A.C.'' on left side; oversize trigger guard (longer trigger allows for better leverage due to stronger hammer spring ordered by the Army) is marked ''R.A.C.'' on left-front web; integral gripstraps have ser. no. and a lanyard loop at butt, are fitted with checkered hard rubber ''bird's head'' grips having the Rampant Colt at top. Mfg'd ca. 1900, originally with full blued finish. Condition is fine, retaining approx. 65% deep Colt blue (missing mainly at gripstraps), with light highpoint wear, spotting to frame sides, most blue in cylinder flutes, deep blue to hammer (with polished sides), and bright fire-blue to trigger. Grips are solid and smooth showing light wear to checkering and designs, and without chips and fit well. Action is smooth and strong; bore is brilliant with light occasional frosting and sharp rifling. This is an exceptional, early Colt military revolver, of which only about 4,600 were produced 120 years ago. Est.: $1,500-$2,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Royal Flying Corps SW Model 455 2nd Model Revolver
Royal Flying Corps marked Smith & Wesson Model 455 2nd Model Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver, #34045, .455 MK II cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, unnumbered diamond checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, and lanyard loop in butt. Shipped Jan. 16, 1916 to the Remington Arms Union Metallic Co., New Haven, with factory letter verifying all features, signed by S&W Historian Roy G. Jinks. Upper portion of backstrap marked ''42/RFC/90''. (42nd Squadron Royal Flying Corps was formed April 1, 1916, and mostly flew reconnaissance missions on both the western and the Austro-Italian front, very active in WWII and the post-war era, and formerly disbanded on May 26, 2011.) This revolver additionally features English proof marks near forcing cone area and just above grips on left side of frame. Condition is very good to fine retaining approx. 75% thinning blue, with most of the losses to forward portion of barrel and cylinder. Front and back strap have toned a light brown. Grips with moderate flattening. Good action, fine bore. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Victory Model Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Victory Model Double Action Revolver, #SV783755, .38 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, dulite finish, smooth walnut grips, with lanyard loop in butt. Topstrap marked ''U.S. Property G.H.D.'' Mfg'd 1944. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, with only the lightest wear as thinning to highpoints. Grips are very minty, remaining sharp and fitting tight. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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British Proofed Remington-Rand Model 1911-A1 Pistol
British Proofed Remington-Rand Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1371053, .45 ACP cal., 5'' blue English proofed High Standard barrel, parkerized finish, small ring brown checkered Keyes fibre grips, with one WWII ''R'' marked contract magazine. ''FJA'' inspector marked below slide release. Correct stamped trigger. Mfg'd 1943. Condition is fine as most likely re-parkerized post-WWII, approx. 92% GI finish remains. ''BNP'' proof marks to slide, frame and barrel. Grips with just light thinning. Good action, bore is very good. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Norwegian Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Norwegian Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #15260, 11.25mm (.45 ACP) cal., 5'' barrel, phosphate finish, dark stained factory checkered birch grips with inlaid Luftwaffe eagle to left panel, and one unnumbered factory lanyard loop magazine and barrel bushing. Mfg'd 1927, with all visible matching numbered small parts, including barrel. Condition is very good to near fine as most likely arsenal refinished at one point. Approx. 90% gray matte finish remains. Grips with moderate flattening and some losses to finish. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Winchester M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Winchester M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #5579620, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, flat bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight, with sling and oiler. Marked on receiver tang ''WINCHESTER/TRADEMARK'', and on chamber ''U.S.CARBINE CAL..30 M1''. Top of barrel behind front sight marked ''W''. Left side of stock forward of wrist stamped with a boxed ''O.G.''. Condition overall is good with approx. 90% finish remaining on the metal, showing patina on the trigger guard, muzzle, and bayonet assembly. Buttplate is poor showing rust and pitting. Wood is good with several putty repaired areas and darkness around the buttplate. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
U.S. Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #6361319, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, round bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protectors and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight, with cotton sling, and one USGI 15-rd. magazine marked on spine ''A.I.''. Marked on receiver tang ''INLAND DIV.'', and on chamber ''U.S. CARBINE CAL. 30 M1''. Barrel behind front sight is marked ''INLAND MFG.DIV.GENERAL MOTORS 11-44''. There is a Ordnance wheel cartouche on right side of buttstock, and painted and stamped rack numbers on bottom of pistol grip. Condition overall is very good, with metal retaining approx. 90% finish, the buttplate showing patina and dents. Wood is very good with darkening and mostly light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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National Postal Meter M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
National Postal Meter M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #4284577, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, flat bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protectors and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight, with reproduction sling. Marked on chamber ''U.S.CARBINE CAL.30 M1'', and on receiver tang ''NATIONAL POSTAL METER''. Barrel behind the front sight is marked ''I.B.M. CORP''. There is a rack number (116) on the bottom of the pistol grip, with no other markings on the stock. Includes a U.S.G.I. 15-rd. magazine marked on spine ''A.I.'' Condition overall is about fine with close to 95% finish remaining on the metal, showing thinning and toning to the bayonet mounting assembly and wear and patina on the buttplate. Wood is very good with overall darkening and areas of marring to the forend. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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HR M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Harrington & Richardson M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #5597464, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 H&R ARMS CO.'' Lower left side of stock pistol grip is stamped with a boxed ''S.A/M'' cartouche, and there is a ''Circle P'' firing proof on the underside of the wrist. Right side of barrel is stamped ''HRA 3-55''. Bolt, trigger housing, hammer, and operating rod all marked ''HRA''. Condition overall is very good with approx. 85% finish remaining on the metal. Right side of stock shows small circles impressed into the surface, and there is a closed crack in the top of the handguard, otherwise the wood is very good with an even color and mostly light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. U.S.M1 bayonet is stamped on left side ricasso ''UFH/U.S.'' and is in very good condition, with approx. 95% of the re-parkerized finish remaining on the metal, with good grips; latch operates smoothly; shortened green painted M1 scabbard is in good condition. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #3550292, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight, with U.S.G.I. cotton sling. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY''. There is a ''Circle P'' firing proof on the underside of the stock wrist. Right side of barrel is marked ''SA 11 44''. Bolt, trigger housing, hammer, and operating rod are all marked ''SA''. Condition overall is very good with approx. 90% finish remaining on the metal. There is a crack in the front handguard and small putty repairs to the rear handguard, otherwise the wood is good with mostly light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. No visible import marks. Bayonet is a U.S.M1 as modified for use by the South Korean military by removing markings and re-shaping blade into a M7 configuration; U.S. M8A1 scabbard is in good condition. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Winchester Win-13 M1 Garand Semi-Auto Rifle
Winchester Win-13 M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #1627324, .30-06 cal., 24'' Winchester marked barrel, parkerized finish, all original correct Winchester parts for this late-war Win-13 variant; ''WRA/GHD'' Ordnance wheel cartouched walnut stock, correct borderless checkered Winchester buttplate, with late war green canvas sling. Dating from May 1945. All parts are consistent with data sheets provided in Scott A. Duff's book ''The M1 Garand: WWII'' (see pages 266 & 267). Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96%+ parkerized finish. Stock shows very light impressions but no real wear. Cartouches are crisp and clean. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Would be hard to improve upon. Est.: $4,000-$6,000. (C&R)
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U.S. Prop. mkd Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless Pistol
U.S. Property marked Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #567652, .32 ACP cal., 3.75'' barrel, parkerized finish, factory checkered walnut grip with Colt medallions, and correct all-blue factory magazine marked ''CAL.32/Colt''. Mfg'd 1942. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97%+ factory finish, with light thinning at muzzle, high edges of slide, and in actioning areas. Very strong front strap and grip safety. Action is crisp, bore is excellent. Pistol shows very little use. A factory letter would prove interesting. This pistol by serial number is not listed in Brunner's book as going to a General Officer and may be an OSS gun. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Transitional Model 1911-A1 Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt Transitional Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #701938, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with one unmarked two-tone magazine. Single ring, ''WTG'' inspector mark just below slide release, top of barrel with inter-locking ''HP'' markings, barrel also marked with a ''K'' just in front of barrel link. Slide is unnumbered as is correct. Shipped Feb. 7, 1924, to the Springfield Armory. Condition is very good with five small areas of pitting predominantly to left side of slide, and one small spot just forward slide serrations to right side of slide, leaving approx. 92% factory blue. Grips with light flattening and some oil darkening. Left side grip screw slots with some deformity. Crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $3,500-$5,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Luxembourg Contract FN49 Semi-Automatic Rifle
Luxembourg Contract FN49 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #5871, .30-06 cal., 23.2'' barrel, black painted finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable sliding aperture rear sight, with aluminum buttstock thong, brush cleaning kit, and brown leather sling. Marked on top of chamber ''AL'' for ''Armee Luxembourg'', and on right side receiver ''FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE-HERSTAL BELGIQUE''. Matching numbers. Crisp cartouche stamped on underside of forend. Condition overall is about fine with over 90% finish remaining on the metal, showing scratches and wear on the barrel, magazine, and buttplate. Wood is fine with an even color showing an area of marring on the right side of the forend. There are also a few other impressions and light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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German Kar43 Semi-Automatic Rifle
German Kar43 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #4831c, 8x57mm cal., 21.75'' barrel, blued finish, laminated stock with cupped buttplate, blade front sight with attached hood and adjustable tangent rear sight, German leather sling, rubber muzzle cover, and cleaning chain in butt trap marked ''GAPPEL 1937''. Marked on left side of receiver ''K43/ac45'', and ''Eagle/359'' inspection stamps on each side of the chamber. Bolt carrier has matching number with an ''Eagle/359'' inspection stamp on left side. There is an unreadable marking on top of bolt carrier, and a diamond stamp at rear of receiver. There is an unreadable inspection stamp on the underside of the stock wrist; no other stamps visible on the wood. Magazine is stamped on left side ''avx/(partial eagle)WaA 204/K43''. ''34'' is stamped on front of front sight band. Condition overall is very good with approx. 85% finish remaining on the metal, the blackened finish chipped and fading on the chamber and bolt carrier. Buttplate has been cleaned bright showing a few small dents and an area of patina. Magazine also has an area of patina. Laminated wood handguard and stock are very good and have been lightly sanded and oiled over old dents and handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is close to excellent. No visible import stamps. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R)
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Mauser C96 (Late Model 1930) Semi-Auto Pistol
Mauser C96 (Late Model 1930) Semi-Automatic Pistol, with combination holster/stock, #916511, .30 Mauser cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, 12-groove walnut stock, rear sight incremented 50-1000. Walnut stock features embossed Mauser Banner, as well as ''(eagle)/Ka/30'' amt; bullseye release button, lug is unnumbered. With reproduction leather harness and cleaning rod, and nine original stripper clips. Condition to pistol is near excellent retaining approx. 90%-92% original thinning blue, with losses to the forward portion of barrel and high edges of upper frame. Grips with just light wear. Mild corrosion at muzzle but fine bore. Military/commercial marked wooden shoulder stock combo holster with fracture emanating from lower right portion of hinge area, otherwise, overall light scuffs and scratches. Cleaning rod is a high quality reproduction; new made brown leather harness is excellent. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (C&R/PPT)
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P.38 Mauser byf/43 Semi-Automatic Pistol
P.38 Mauser byf/43 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #9622d, 9x19mm cal., double action, 4-7/8'' barrel, blued finish, dark brown Bakelite grips, ''eagle 135'' proof marks, with post-war Walther commercial magazine. Action functions properly. Matching numbers on the frame, slide, barrel, and action block. Condition is very good with approx. 80% original finish overall. Slide shows minor holster wear to the sharp edges; barrel has some minor rust at the muzzle with some thinning of the finish on the round portion; frame has slight holster wear on the sharp edges and some thinning to the finish on the front gripstrap. Grip panels are excellent showing almost no use or wear. Bore is very good with just a hint of frosting, strong land and grooves. Magazine is marked with the Walter Banner and ''9mm'' with a post-war commercial marking obscured. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Artillery Luger, by DWM
Artillery Luger, by DWM, #7397a, 9mm, 8'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, factory checkered walnut grips, with matching numbered nickel-plated walnut based magazine. Includes walnut board-type shoulder stock with unnumbered attaching iron, one reproduction magazine, and unmarked combination tool. Chamber date is 1916, central toggle marked DWM, thumb safety marked ''Geischert'', and extractor marked ''Geladen''. All visible matching small parts including grips. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 94% thinning factory blue. Front strap with approx. 95% blue remaining; backstrap shows 92% blue. Grips with minor flattening, somewhat more pronounced to right side. Good action, bright bore. Shoulder board shows refinishing to iron and removal of leather strap. Wood components with an additional coat of finish. Crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)
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WWI German P.08 Luger, by DWM
WWI German P.08 Luger, by DWM, #4083h, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, factory checkered walnut grips (unnumbered), with one nickel-plated wood based magazine re-marked ''4083'' over original number. 1918 chamber date, all visible matching numbers. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 92% factory blue with thinning at muzzle, high edges of sideplates, and front and back strap retain similar amount. Light thinning and discoloration to straw small parts. Grips with light to just moderate flattening of checks, more pronounced to left panel. Good action, bright bore. A nice late WWI Luger pistol. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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WWII FP-45 Liberator Single Shot Pistol
WWII FP-45 Liberator Single Shot Pistol, NVSN, .45 ACP cal., 4'' barrel, in wax-covered picture box with additional cardboard box containing folded instructions. Condition is fine with light general patina to metal parts, otherwise appearing new and unfired. Box is very tight and retains almost all of its wax weather-resistant coating. Mfg'd by General Motors over a one-month period and intended to be dropped behind enemy lines to be used by partisans. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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Ohio Ordnance Works Model 1918-A3 Semi-Auto Rifle
Ohio Ordnance Works Model 1918-A3 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #524, .30-06 cal., 23.25'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut forend, synthetic buttstock, blade front sight, adjustable folding leaf rear sight, with one 10-rd. magazine. Marked on top of receiver '' SELF LOADING RIFLE MOD.1918A3/U.S. CAL .30 OHIO ORDNANCE WORKS CHARDON.OH/PATENT NO.5614691''. Top of barrel marked with ''U.S. Drawing number/flaming bomb/''P''. Condition is near excellent showing very light use around the magazine well, operating rod, and ejection port. Forend and buttstock are excellent with a few light scratches and handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. Est.: $4,000-$6,000. (Modern)
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Springfield M1922 M2 Bolt Action Training Rifle
Springfield M1922 M2 Bolt Action Training Rifle, #11246B, .22LR cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with added hood and adjustable aperture rear sight, with sling and one magazine. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S.SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M1922 MI.I CAL.22'', and on barrel behind front sight ''SA/(flaming bomb)/12-26''. Left side of barrel is marked ''LONG RIFLE CART'GE ONLY''. Wood is unmarked. Bolt is marked ''M2''and has a matching serial number engraved. There are two repaired areas on the right side forend below the rear sight. Condition overall is very good, with over 90% of the parkerized finish remaining on the metal showing an area of rust on the buttplate and an area of rust and patina around the front sight and hood. Bolt body shows tarnishing. Wood is very good with darkening and mostly light dents and scratches. Action is smooth, bright bore has good rifling. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)
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Springfield M1D Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
U.S. Springfield M1D Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, with M84 scope, #2243430, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears, adjustable aperture rear sight, with USGI leather cheekpiece marked ''MRT 2-52'', and reproduction leather sling. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY''. ''Circle P'' firing proof stamped on underside of stock wrist, and added ''906.2'' stamped on right side buttstock. Right side of barrel marked ''SA 2 53''. Trigger housing marked ''W.R.A''. Bolt, hammer and operating rod marked ''SA''. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining over 90% finish, which has darkened and mottled in places. There is a small area of old pitting on the left side of the receiver. The forend stock has two holes drilled laterally at the front sling swivel. Wood is good with overall darkening and handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Scope is marked ''TELESCOPE M84 SERIAL NO.6113'' and is in very good condition. Both adjustment knobs turn freely and optics are clear. Rubber eye piece has a section missing from the bottom. Mount appears to be a reproduction and has been hand fitted to mount on the receiver. Est.: $1,600-$2,200. (C&R)
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British No. 4 Mk.1(T) Lee-Enfield Sniper Rifle
British No. 4 Mk.1(T) Lee-Enfield Bolt Action Sniper Rifle, with No. 32 telescope, #30565, .303 British cal., 25.2'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable leaf rear sight with aperture removed, with Canadian made cotton sling. Marked on left side of action body ''M47C/1944'' above a ''TR''(Target Range) stamp. Right side receiver lug has a partial vertical ''S''(sighting) stamp; left side bolt way is stamped with the ''crowned D6 lazy E'' stamp of the Enfield Arsenal on-site inspector at the Holland & Holland Co. who oversaw the sniper rifle production. Underside of buttstock is stamped with a faint Holland & Holland Co. dispersal code ''S51''. Left side of receiver is stamped with the final acceptance ''T'' stamp which shows that this is an approved Telescope equipped rifle. Matching number on bolt handle and later engraved on magazine case. Mismatched number on forend; #3 bolt head. Matching scope number has been stamped into top flat of buttstock. All scope pad screw heads have single center punch stake. Transverse forend stock bolt hole has been putty filled. Forend has been notched at front sling band. Arsenal repair to toe of buttstock and right side of forend. Condition overall is very good with approx. 85% finish remaining on the metal. Wood has been sanded and oiled over old handling marks and is very good overall. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. Import engraved on underside of barrel. Scope mount is a modern reproduction and is in excellent condition. Scope is marked ''TEL.SIGHTING No. 32 MK1/(W logo of mfg'r William Watson & Co.)/1943 No.2813/OS466A'', and includes an invoice indicating that it has been reconditioned by noted British armourer Peter Laidler. Scope condition is excellent with almost all of the dark refinish remaining on the metal. Scope optics are bright and clear. With reproduction leather scope cover in excellent condition. A re-conditioned No.15 rifle transport chest in excellent condition is also included. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R)
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Short Rail Mauser K98 Sniper Bolt Action Rifle
Short Rail Mauser K98 Sniper Bolt Action Rifle (dot-44), #2267, 8mm, 24'' barrel, blue finish, red glue laminated beech stock (#1562), with standard steel cup buttplate. Matching numbered trigger guard and floorplate, with mixed numbered stock iron. Mismatched bolt. Topped with a SS-Dienstglas marked Ajack scope, mounted on a non-matching Type II base (3 screws plus 3 locking screws). Scope mount numbered 2945; scope has been numbered to match. Condition is very good to about fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning overall blue. Stock shows moderate field use and retains lightly infused preservative. Body of scope with light to moderate general pitting to eyepiece and objective lens; standard 3-post reticle, clear scope optics. Good action, very good bore. Est.: $3,500-$5,000. (C&R)
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Swedish M-42B Ljungman Semi-Automatic Rifle
Swedish M-42B Ljungman Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #2632B, 6.5x55mm cal., 24.5'' barrel, blued/black painted finish, hardwood stock, hooded post front sight and adjustable drum rear sight, with cleaning rod and Swedish leather sling. Marked on left side of receiver with a ''crowned C'' bisecting ''1943''. Brass bore and throat wear disc attached to right side of buttstock. Matching number on bolt and buttplate. Condition overall is very good with over 90% bluing remaining on the metal. showing rust spots on the buttplate. Receiver cover has scratches and thinning to the black-painted finish. Wood is very good with several impressions and scratches, and other lighter handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Bayonet is stamped on ricasso with Swedish crown, ''EJAB'' and ''469''. Bayonet condition overall is very good, with stains around the tip of the blade and overall fading to the finish; latch operates smoothly. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)
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German G41 Semi-Automatic Rifle
German G41 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #9894, 8x57mm cal., 21.5'' barrel, blued finish, laminated stock with cupped buttplate, blade front sight with hood and adjustable tangent rear sight, with German leather sling. Marked on left side of receiver, ''G41/duv/43/WaA214/serial number''. Made by the Berlin Lubecker Maschinenfabrik. ''Eagle/WaA 214'' over ''Eagle/214'' inspection stamps on right side of buttstock. There is a worn inspection stamp on the underside of the wrist. ''9894'' stamped on underside of buttstock, left side of magazine well, muzzle cone, and trigger guard. ''888'' stamped on front sight base, ''4587'' and ''8707'' stamped on bolt carrier and receiver cover. Possible ''WaA 261'' stamped on left side of recoil lug. Front sight hood is a replacement. Buttplate has been polished bright and has an area of impact marks. Condition overall is fine with over 90% finish remaining on the metal, which is toning brown across much of the surface with thinning around the edges of the magazine, bolt carrier, and bolt knob. There is also a dark spot on the top of the receiver cover. The red Bakelite handguard has minor scuffs and scratches. Stock shows darkening and mostly light handling marks and scratches. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $4,000-$6,000. (C&R)
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Volkssturmgewehr VG1 Bolt Action Rifle
Volkssturmgewehr VG1 Bolt Action Rifle, #29A, 7.9x57 Mauser cal., 18.5'' blue barrel, milled finish receiver, bolt and trigger guard with phosphate finish, walnut halfstock, with 10-rd. K43 magazine, steel buttplate, and late-war German leather sling. Sliding safety behind trigger, with matching numbered bolt. Rifle was crudely made at the end of WWII utilizing previous-rejected stocks, barrels from other type firearms, and inexpensively produced receivers. Left side of receiver marked ''VG1 toa 29A'' (toa is most likely a late-war date code). Top of barrel with Luftwaffe acceptance inspection mark as these were re-purposed barrels from other type weapons, and the number ''2182'', as well as HKS code. Condition is near excellent, with clear markings, minor corrosion to re-purposed machine-gun barrel, and light scuffs and scratches to previously-rejected early war walnut K98 stock, the deepest of which is to the right side just above the magazine. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $7,500-$10,000. (C&R)
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Springfield M2 Bolt Action Rifle
Springfield M2 Bolt Action Rifle, #13736, .22 LR cal., 24'' ''SA'' marked 7-37 dated barrel, parkerized finish, finger-groove pistol-grip walnut stock, checkered steel buttplate, Lyman 48 rear and standard blade front sight, with one magazine. Condition is about excellent retaining approx. 98% slightly thinning parkerized finish. Polished matching numbered bolt with some old dried grease. Stock is excellent showing just light handling marks. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 1917 Bolt Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1917 Bolt Action Rifle, #320676, .30-06 cal., 26'' barrel, blued finish, walnut stock, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight with aperture, and leather sling. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S.MODEL OF 1917 WINCHESTER'', and on barrel behind front sight ''W/(flaming bomb)/6-18''. Left side of stock is stamped with a partially visible boxed cartouche ''3GM?K''. ''9A'' stamped on underside of stock wrist; ''E'' stamped on underside of bolt handle and end of forend tip. Left side front sight ear bent slightly. Condition overall is very good with approx. 90% finish remaining on the metal. Wood is very good with an even color and shows a chip to the handguard, and other mostly light scratches and handling marks. Action is smooth; bore is dark forward of the chamber, otherwise good with very good rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R)
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Rock Island Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle
Rock Island Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle, with CMP certificate and bayonet, #342741, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S.ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL MODEL 1903'', and on barrel behind front sight ''R.I.A./(flaming bomb)/9-18''. There is a faint boxed cartouche on left side of the straight stock wrist and a ''Boxed P'' firing proof on the underside. Condition overall is very good with approx. 95% of the dark parkerizing remaining on the metal. There is a closed grain crack on the left side of the forend and several closed cracks behind the receiver tang, otherwise the wood is very good with overall darkening and handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore has very good rifling. No visible import marks. The CMP Certificate of Authenticity is dated Dec.16, 2008. The U.S. Model 1905 bayonet is marked on the left side ''RIA/(flaming bomb)/1910'', and on right side ''US 172552''. Bayonet condition overall is fair with the blade retaining approx. 40% finish with extensive patina and pitting across the surface. There is a glue repaired crack to the left grip; latch operates smoothly. Scabbard is poor with overall scuffs and flaking; belt hanger is missing. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R)
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HR M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
H&R M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #5568358, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1/H&R ARMS CO.'' Right side barrel marked ''HRA 11-54''. Left side stock is stamped with a U.S. Defense Dept. cartouche forward of the wrist. There is a ''circle P'' firing proof stamped on the underside of the wrist. Bolt, operating rod, and hammer marked ''SA''. Trigger housing marked ''W.R.A.''. Painted rack number has been partially removed from the left side buttstock. Condition overall is very good with approx. 90% finish remaining on the metal, showing patina around the muzzle. Wood is very good with an even color showing a few dents and scratches. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Winchester M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Winchester M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #2331410, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, front sight has been removed from rifle but is included; a tunnel type target sight is attached but there is no insert with U.S.G.I. adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 WINCHESTER''. There is a faint boxed cartouche on left side of buttstock, and a ''Square P'' firing proof on the underside of the wrist. Right side of barrel is marked ''SA 8 64''; bolt is marked ''HRA''; trigger housing and operating rod are marked ''SA''. Condition overall is very good with the metal retaining approx. 95% of its re-parkerized finish. Wood has been rough sanded and oiled and shows areas of scratches on the buttstock and front handguard. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. No visible import marks. U.S. M1 bayonet is marked on left side ricasso ''AFH/US'' and is in very good condition, with the lower crossguard bent forward showing no damage to the blade. Plastic grips are very good and the latch operates smoothly. Shortened green painted M1 scabbard is in good condition. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Inland M1 Bavaria Police Semi-Automatic Carbine
Inland M1 Bavaria Police Semi-Automatic Carbine, with CMP Certificate of Authenticity #5095978, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protectors and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight, with reproduction sling and oiler. Includes U.S.G.I. 15-rd. magazine marked on spine ''IS''. ''BAVARIA RURAL POLICE'' engraved on left side of bolt channel. Marked on receiver tang ''INLAND DIV.'', and on receiver ring ''U.S.CARBINE CAL. 30 M1''. Barrel behind front sight is marked ''INLAND MFG.DIV.GENERAL MOTORS 3-44''. ''5978'' stamped in stock sling slot, operating rod, and engraved on top of round bolt. U.S. Ordnance Dept. ''Wheel'' cartouche stamped into right side buttstock. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 80% finish. Wood is very good with an even color and showing mostly light overall handling marks. Action operates roughly, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Standard Products M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
U.S. Standard Products M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #2026005, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, flat bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protectors and two-position flip rear sight, with one USGI 15-rd. magazine marked ''UW'' on spine. Marked on receiver tang ''STD.PRO.'', and on chamber ''U.S.CARBINE CAL..30 M1''. Barrel behind front sight is marked ''UNDERWOOD/ 9-43/(flaming bomb)''. Right side of buttstock has a faint ''Ordnance wheel'' cartouche stamp, and there is an ''A'' carved into the bottom of the pistol grip. There is no bayonet mount assembly. Rear of the trigger guard is bent forward. Sling swivel appears to be a reproduction. Condition overall is very good, with approx. 85% of the partially re-parkerized finish remaining on the metal showing patina on the trigger guard and buttplate. Wood is very good with an overall dark finish and very light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, with bayonet, #6436705, .30 Carb. cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, round bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protectors and aperture on ramp rear sight, and one U.S.G.I. 15-rd. magazine marked ''K.I.''. Marked on receiver tang ''INLAND DIV.'', and on chamber ''U.S.CARBINE CAL. 30M1''. Barrel behind the front sight is marked ''INLAND MFG.DIV.GENERAL MOTORS 11-44''. Stock has a boxed ''BA/JPL'' cartouche on the left side forward of the wrist. There is an Ordnance Dept. wheel cartouche on right side of buttstock. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% finish. Wood has a flat matte color and shows mostly light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is close to excellent. Bayonet is marked on cross guard ''U.S. M4 CONETTA'' and is very good with a couple of nicks and light tarnishing to the blade; tang shows recent hammer marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R) (High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Remington Model 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle
U.S. Remington Model 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle, #3846568, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with added hood and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S. REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3'', and on barrel behind front sight ''RA/(flaming bomb)/7-43''. Left side of stock wrist is stamped with an ''RA'' next to a U.S. ''Ordnance Wheel'', and boxed ''FJA'' cartouche. There is an ''OG'' refurbishment stamp on left side of buttstock, and a ''Circle P'' firing proof on the underside of the wrist. There are also four inspection stamps forward of the trigger guard. Condition overall is near excellent, with over 95% finish remaining on the metal showing thinning on the buttplate. Wood is also near excellent showing two small chips and some scratches on the forend. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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HR M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Harrington & Richardson M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #4736510, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 H&R ARMS CO.'' There are no markings on the stock. Right side of barrel is marked ''HRA 3-54''. Bolt and operating rod are also marked ''HRA''. Trigger housing and hammer are marked ''SA''. Condition overall is very good with the metal retaining approx. 85% finish. Wood has chipped areas at the buttplate and a sanded area on right side of buttstock, otherwise wood is very good with mostly light handling marks to the dark finish. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Int'l Harvester M1 Garand Semi-Auto Rifle
International Harvester M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #4562846, .30-06 cal.,24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER''. There is a ''Circle P'' firing proof on the underside of the wrist and a partial boxed ''RIA/EB'' cartouche on left side of buttstock. Rght side of barrel is marked ''LMR 6 53''. Bolt, trigger housing, and hammer are all marked ''SA''; operating rod is marked ''IHC''. Muzzle crown has been machined flat and left bright. Condition overall is very good with approx. 90% finish remaining on the metal. Buttstock has an area of recent dents and scratches on the comb and left side of buttstock; front handguard also has recent impact marks, and there is a sanded gouge on the left side of the forend. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,000-$1,500 (C&R)
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Colt Lawman Series Pat Garrett Single Action Army Revolver
Colt Lawman Series Pat Garrett Single Action Army Revolver, #340PGP, .45 LC cal., 5.5'' barrel, bright nickel and gold-colored finish, faux pearl grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights. Right side of the barrel is marked ''LAWMAN SERIES - PAT GARRETT''. Condition is about fine. There is no noticeable finish loss but the bright nickel and gold-colored finish does have some slight micro-scratching and other small handling marks, more highly concentrated on the cylinder. Grips are excellent. Factory lettering is crisp. Cylinder with a light index line; face, chambers, and bore are clean. One of only 500 produced. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Lawman Series Bat Masterson Single Action Army Revolver
Colt Lawman Series Bat Masterson Single Action Army Revolver, #359LMP, .45 LC cal., 4.75'' barrel, bright nickel finish, original black composite Rampant Colt and Eagle grips, standard sights. Left side of the barrel is marked ''LAWMAN SERIES - BAT MASTERSON''. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. There are some intermittent slight handling marks that are typical on bright nickel finishes. Grips are also as new and show no handling wear. Factory lettering is crisp. Bore is mirror bright. One of only 500 produced. Est.: $1,400-$1,800. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester Model 94 Legendary Lawman Carbine
Winchester Model 94 Legendary Lawmen Lever Action Carbine, #LL05384, .30-30 cal; 16'' round barrel with blued finish, right side is marked in silver lettering ''Legendary Lawmen'', with dovetailed blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Antique silver-finished receiver is roll engraved with decorative scroll engraving, Old West lawmen-related images, with blued saddle ring. Checkered straight grip walnut stock and forend, with antique silver-finished barrel bands and blued crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with commemorative medallion. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish. Nicely figured wood is also excellent showing no mentionable handling wear; right side and upper edge of buttstock is a little lighter in color. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is good with some tatters and tears to the edge and corners. One of 19,999 produced. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester Model 94 John Wayne Commemorative Carbine
Winchester Model 94 John Wayne Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #JW3416, .32-40 cal; 18.5'' round barrel with blued finish, right side is marked in silver lettering ''JOHN WAYNE COMMEMORATIVE'', with dovetailed blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Antique pewter receiver is roll engraved and lists John Wayne movies as borders to both sides, stagecoach and cowboy scenes; with facsimile John Wayne signature on upper tang; blued saddle ring. Checkered straight grip walnut stock and forend, with antique pewter finished barrel bands and blued crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with John Wayne medallion. In original box, end label is numbered but partially obscured (last few digits match), commemorative owner's manual, hang tag, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish. Nicely figured wood is also excellent. This rifle was used as a display piece in the casino, therefore the right side of the stock and forend are a little lighter in color. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is good showing moderate storage type wear, with some tatters and tears to the edge and corners. One of 49,999 produced. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester 9422 XTR Annie Oakley Commem. Rifle
Winchester Model 9422 XTR Annie Oakley Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #AOK71, .22 S-L-LR cal; 20'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked in gold lettering ''ANNIE OAKLEY COMMEORATIVE'', with hooded silver bead front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Gold-colored receiver is roll engraved with detailed scroll designs and Annie Oakley themed scenes; top is factory grooved for scope mounts. Nicely figured straight grip walnut stock and forend with gloss finish, gold-colored barrel bands, black composition Winchester shotgun butt. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative owner's manual, hang tag, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish. Wood with a few slight handling marks; the original ''American Walnut'' sticker is still attached to the bottom edge of the buttstock. Bore is mirror bright. Box is in fine condition and shows moderate storage type wear. One of 6,000 produced. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Texas Sesquicent'l Sheriff's Model Revolver
Mint Cased Colt Texas Sesquicentennial Sheriff's Model Single Action Revolver, #TX0715, .45 LC cal., 4'' barrel, metal with a dark blued finish. Backstrap, barrel, and cylinder are decorated in gold with various Texas themed images, including Texas flag, cowboy and steer, Republic of Texas badge; left side of barrel is marked in gold script ''Texas Sesquicentennial/1836-1986''; backstrap ''COME AND TAKE IT''. With smooth ivory grips and standard sights. In original French oak presentation case with fitted velvet maroon interior; exterior of lid with commemorative markings, inside of lid with small inlaid plaque; with key. Included is the original one-piece maroon Colt box with matching end label, two-piece Styrofoam insert, owner's manual, and other misc. Colt paperwork. This revolver is as new and unfired. Grips have a pleasing appearance with spots of mild yellowing from age. Wood presentation case has been stored inside a cardboard box and is also as new. One of only 1,000 produced. Est.: $1,600-$2,200. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Cased Reproduction 7th Cavalry Tribute Single Action Army Revolver
Cased Reproduction ''Seventh Cavalry Tribute'' Single Action Army Revolver, by U.S. Society of Arms and Armour, #SA1149, with accompanying walnut case, ornately-decorated brass belt buckle and case key, .45 Colt cal., 7.5'' round barrel with standard sights, marked in gold ''George A. Custer'' on left side and ''Seventh Cavalry'' on right, each flanked by ''7/(crossed swords)'' unit emblems; fluted 6-shot round cylinder has gold arrows, swords and various Indian designs on its periphery; solid frame has early-style cylinder-pin retaining screw, ''U.S.'' in gold on either side; two-piece gripstraps are fitted with faux-ivory grips bearing the scrimshawed likeness of Gen. Custer at left, and the 7th Cav. emblem on right. Revolver is finished in deep black-blue with gold accents as described. Condition is as new, retaining 100% metal finishes. Grips are bright and unworn. Action is crisp and tight; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Solid walnut case measures 16''x8''x3'', its beveled top bearing an engraved likeness of George Custer above the 7th Cav. Emblem. Case is lined in fine cavalry-blue velveteen with fitted sections for the revolver and accompanying heavy brass belt buckle cast in deep relief. All in excellent, unused condition but for very minor marks to case exterior. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern/Exempt)
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Winchester Model 94 Oliver F. Winchester Commemorative Rifle
Winchester Model 94 Oliver F. Winchester Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #OFW9401, .38-55 Win. cal; 24'' octagonal barrel with dark blued finish, right side is marked in gold lettering with facsimile of Oliver Winchester's signature, with dovetailed blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Gold-colored receiver is roll engraved with western scenes, scroll motifs, and Winchester factory on left side. Nicely figured straight grip walnut stock and forend with spade checkering, finished with a gold-colored cap and blued crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid OFW commemorative medallion. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative owner's manual, and hang tag. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. There are a few light scratches and small handling marks present on the lever. The wood has only one tiny blemish on the right side where the wrist meets the frame and is otherwise as new. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is good with a nice clear graphic, some small tears and creasing to the edges and corners. One of 19,999 produced. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R/List)
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Winchester Model 94 Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Rifle
Winchester Model 94 Oklahoma Diamond Jubilee (1907-1982) Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #ODJ704, .32-40 cal; 23'' round barrel with dark blued finish, right side is marked ''Oklahoma Diamond Jubilee'', with a silver beaded blade front sight and buckhorn rear sight. Dark blued receiver with gold embellishments and features various cowboy, Native American, and Oklahoma related scenes to each side. Nicely figured straight grip walnut stock and forend with gold-colored barrel band and crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with commemorative medallion. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative owner's manual, hang tag, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. The only noticeable blemishes are a few shallow handling marks on the right side of the wrist. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is very good+ with a nice clear graphic and only light wear and a few small tears at the corners. One of only 1,001 produced. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/List)
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Scarce Winchester Model 94AE WACA Trapper Carbine
Scarce 1 of only 250 Winchester Model 94AE W.A.C.A. Lever Action Trapper Carbine, #5440177, .45 LC cal., 16'' round barrel, blue finish; deluxe straight grip walnut stock with spade checkering, right side with inlaid Winchester Collector Issue medallion, and blued steel crescent buttplate. Includes a dovetailed blade front sight, buckhorn rear sight, and blued steel saddle ring. Rifle comes in the original box that has a special Winchester ''Custom Shop'' end label that is numbered and matches the gun, with hang tag, owner's manual, letter from the manufacturer, and misc. factory paperwork. The letter that accompanies this rifle confirms that it is 1 of only 250 produced in serial number range 5440001-5440250. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, with only a few insignificant marks from handling. Buttstock still has the original sticker attached to the bottom edge. Bore is mirror bright. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Ltd. Ed. Winchester Model 94 Centennial High Grade Rifle
Limited Edition Winchester Model 94 Centennial High Grade Lever Action Rifle, #CNL1265, .30 WCF cal., 26'' half-round/half-octagonal barrel is marked on right barrel flat ''1894-1994'', metal with a blued finish. Both sides of receiver are rolled engraved with scroll motifs, gold borders, game scenes which include a gold ram on the left side, gold deer on the right. Deluxe pistol-grip walnut stock and forend with spade checkering, gloss finish, Winchester grip cap, blued steel forend cap and crescent buttplate. Sights include a dovetailed blade front with brass bead, standard sporting elevator rear, with Lyman tang sight. Metal surfaces rate in excellent overall condition and retain approx. 99%+ factory blue, top of the buttplate with a few small surface scratches. Buttstock is near excellent with sharp checkering and an attractive wood grain pattern; bottom edge and left side spade motif with a few tiny indentations. Forend with a gouge to top edge on right side, as well as on the spade motif that is on the lower front section; both are presumably from storage as this rifle shows little evidence of being fired; aside from these two blemishes the forend shows only a few minor handling marks and would otherwise rate in excellent condition. Crisp lever action; bore is bright with excellent rifling. One of 3,000 produced. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (Modern)
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Custom Winchester Model 94 120th Anniversary Carbine
Mint Custom Winchester Model 94 120th Anniversary (1866-1986) Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #EXP22979, .44-40 cal., 20'' round barrel, blue finish, large loop lever. Parts of the barrel and receiver with extensive gold scroll pattern etching as well as other Winchester related images; upper tang with a facsimile of Oliver Winchester's signature; left side of the receiver with gold 120th anniversary medallion. Deluxe straight grip walnut stock with spade checkering, blued steel crescent buttplate. Includes a gold-colored blade front sight that is pinned to a fixed base; buckhorn rear sight. Rifle comes in an original box that is missing the end label, with letter from the manufacturer that confirms all features; letter is dated 1988 and eludes to this being a Custom Shop gun, which would explain the serial number being out of the normal range of the 1,000 120th Anniversary guns that were mfg'd in 1986 (WRA001-WRA1000). Rifle is in excellent condition, appearing as new and unfired, high-grade stock with an attractive grain pattern and color. Bore is mirror bright. Box with a tear to one of the long edges. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)
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Colt Cherry's Sporting Goods 35th Anniversary Revolvers
Scarce Cased Set of Colt Cherry's Sporting Goods 35th Anniversary (1929-1964) .22/45 Single Action Revolvers: 1.) Single Action Army, #EPC68, .45 LC cal., 4-3/4'' barrel, gold-colored finish, two-piece smooth laminated wood grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights. 2.) Frontier Scout, #REC68, 4.75'' barrel, .22 LR cal., gold-colored finish, two-piece smooth laminated wood grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights. In original black leatherette case with fitted black interior; exterior of the lid is marked in gold with Colt logo and ''35TH ANNIVSARY/1929-1964/CHERRY'S SPORTING GOODS''. Both revolvers are in fine overall condition; high points with some thinning to the gold-colored finish, each retains approx. 95% original finish; factory lettering is crisp; both with slight handling marks to the metal and grips. The .45 caliber revolver with a light index line; .22 caliber has no index line but does have areas of light micro-scratching; both with clean faces and chambers. Bores are bright and rate in excellent condition. Case is very good, exterior with some light storage type wear; interior of the lid with a few surface scuffs and scratches. One of only 100 produced. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt/Winchester 1984 Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver
Colt/Winchester 1984 Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #2453WC, .44-40 cal., 7.5'' barrel, dark blue finish, color case hardened frame, one-piece smooth walnut grips. Barrel and cylinder with beautiful gold etching of scroll motifs; right side of barrel with an image of the Colt factory; cylinder with Rampant Colt logo and ''WC''; backstrap with a facsimile of Col. Sam Colt's signature. In the original box that is numbered to the gun with two-piece Styrofoam insert, owner's manual, bright orange hang tag, and misc. factory paperwork. These commemorative revolvers were mdf'd as part of a set that included a Model 94 Winchester and were also offered for individual sale. This example is in mint unfired condition, with bright gold embellishments and vivid case colored frame. Box shows light storage type wear with a small tear to one of the end flaps. One of approx. 4,000 produced. Est.: $1,200-$1,600. (Modern)(Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester 9422 XTR Boy Scouts of America Rifle
Winchester Model 9422 XTR Boy Scouts of America 75th Anniversary (1910-1985) Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #BSA4010, .22 S-L-LR cal; 20'' round barrel with blued finish, right side is marked in gold lettering ''BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA'', with hooded silver bead front sight, standard elevator rear sight. Antique pewter receiver and lever are roll engraved with detailed BSA themed images; top is factory grooved for scope mounts; upper tang is marked ''1910-1985''. Nicely figured, checkered straight grip walnut stock and forend; with antique pewter barrel bands and crescent buttplate. In original box with matching hand numbered end label, hammer spur, commemorative owner's manual, hang tag, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is good with some tears and tatters to the corners and edges. Styrofoam insert is missing a piece from the edge that is opposite the label. One of 15,000 produced. Est.: $900-$1,400. (Modern) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Nevada Centennial Single Action Revolver
Colt Nevada Centennial (1864-1964) Commemorative Single Action Revolver, #2485NC, .45 LC cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, nickel trigger guard and engraved cylinder, faux pearl grips with silver Colt medallions, standard sights. Left side of barrel is marked ''1864 - NEVADA CENTENNIAL - 1964''; cylinder with scroll and commemorative engraving. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 99% original blue finish. Cylinder with a slight index line; light scratching is present on nickel surfaces, highly concentrated in the grip area. Grips are excellent. Factory lettering is crisp. Bore is mirror bright. One of only 1,688 produced. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt NRA Centennial Commemorative Single Action Revolver
Colt NRA Centennial Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #NRA2440, .45 Colt cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, smooth walnut grips with NRA gold medallions. In fitted walnut case, with NRA medallion set in lucite to top lid. Mfg'd 1971. Barrel marked ''1871 NRA Centennial 1971''. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, with no trace of index mark to cylinder. Grips are crisp, bore is bright. Key to case is included. Est.: $1,800-$2,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Winchester Model 94 Legendary Frontiersman Rifle
Winchester Model 94 Legendary Frontiersmen Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #LF04247, .38-55 cal; 24'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked in silver lettering ''Legendary Frontiersmen'', with brass beaded blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Antique silver-finished receiver is roll engraved with frontier scenes and scroll border. Nicely figured straight grip walnut stock and forend with spade checkering, antique silver finished cap and crescent buttplate; right side of the buttstock with inlaid commemorative medallion. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative pamphlet, hang tag, and other misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish. Wood with a few slight handling marks. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is very good+ showing moderate edgewear. One of 19,999 produced. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester Model 94 RCMP Centennial Commemorative Musket
Winchester Model 94 RCMP Centennial (1873-1973) Commemorative Lever Action Musket, #RCMP5509, .30-30 cal; 22'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked ''R.C.M.P. CENTENNIAL 1873-1973'', with standard sights. Receiver and bands are gold plated, both sides of receiver with standard commemorative engraving; upper tang is marked ''MAINTIENSLE DROIT''. Straight grip walnut stock and forend with gold-plated buttplate and forend cap; right side of buttstock with inlaid commemorative medallion and is stamped ''M.P''. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative pamphlet, warranty card, and saddle ring. Appearing unfired, this rifle is in excellent condition overall retaining all of the bright gold-colored plating and blue finish. Wood has a smooth, even finish and color; both the forend and buttstock with a few shallow indentations. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is tattered showing signs of age and wear with some losses and tears around the edges. One of 9,500 produced. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester M.94 Ducks Unltd. of Canada Carbine
Winchester Model 94 Ducks Unlimited of Canada 50 Years of Conservation Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #DU864376, .30-30 cal; 20'' round barrel with dark blued finish, right side is marked in silver lettering ''One of Fourteen Hundred'', with dovetailed blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Pewter receiver is roll engraved with deer game scene to the right side; left with Ducks Unlimited related images and ''Ducks Unlimited Canada'', ''50 Years of Conservation''. Nicely figured straight grip walnut stock and forend with spade checkering, pewter barrel bands, bright blued crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid DU commemorative medallion. In the original box with matching numbered end label, owner's manual, new hammer extension, and other misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. Bore is mirror bright. Box shows moderate storage type wear. One of 1,200 produced. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)
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Winchester M.94 Wells Fargo Commem. Carbine
Winchester Model 94 Wells Fargo Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #WFC04982, .30-30 cal; 20'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked ''Wells Fargo & Co. 1852-1977'', with dovetailed blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Antique silver-finished receiver is roll engraved with decorative border, stagecoach, and other related images, with blued saddle ring. Straight grip walnut stock and forend with point checkering, blued steel barrel bands and crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid Wells Fargo medallion. In original box with matching numbered end label and warranty card. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish. Wood is also as new. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is very good+ showing moderate edgewear. One of 19,999 produced. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Early Colt 3rd Gen. Single Action Army Revolver
Early Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA03011, .45 LC cal., 7.5'' barrel, nickel finish, with a pair of wood-backed marbled gray composite grips, standard sights. In original wood grain pattern box with matching end label, two-piece Styrofoam insert, safe handling instructions and misc. factory paperwork. Mfg'd 1978. Revolver is in excellent overall condition and retains all of the factory metal finish, which has some intermittent small scratches and light handling marks, typical of and show up a little easier on bright nickel. Cylinder with some slight micro-scratching but has no noticeable index line, chambers and face are clean. All factory lettering is crisp. Grips are as new. Bore is clean and bright with excellent rifling. Box shows mostly light storage type wear and a few small tears to one side. Est.: $1,200-$1,600. (Modern/Exempt) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Excellent Colt 3rd Gen. Single Action Army Revolver
Excellent Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA57073, .44 Spec. cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened frame, checkered black composite eagle and Rampant Colt grips, with standard sights. In the original two-piece wood grain box that is numbered and matches the gun, with two-piece Styrofoam insert, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Mfg'd 1981. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired. Case colors are vibrant. Grips are also in new condition. Box shows some creasing and other moderate storage type wear. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt 2nd Gen. 1873 SAA Revolver
Colt 2nd Generation Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver, #30850SA, .357 mag. CF cal., 5.5'' round barrel with right-side ejector and standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in one line on top and ''Colt Single Action Army .357 Magnum'' on left side; fluted round 6-shot cylinder is marked ''W850'' on front face, with ''Rampant Colt'' logo on rear; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch marked ''394''), two-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and Rampant Colt on left side; steel gripstraps with thick two-piece genuine stag grips. Mfg'd ca. 1960, originally with blued barrel, ejector, cylinder, gripstraps and trigger, case hardened frame, and polished hammer. Condition is excellent, appearing as new. Blued surfaces with approx. 98% deep black-blue (tiniest wear at left muzzle, faintest cylinder drag line), frame with mottled but nicely figured case colors, the hammer bright. Grips show good color, deep natural stag fissures, no damage, and fit well. Edges and markings are sharp; action is tight and smooth; bore is brilliant and unfired with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,600-$2,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt 2nd Gen. Sheriff's Mdl Single Action Revolver
Scarce Colt 2nd Generation Sheriff's Model (1961 Model) Single Action Revolver, #0332SM, .45 LC cal., 3'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, two-piece smooth walnut grips, standard sights. This is one of approx. 500 revolvers produced with SM serial number suffix for Centennial Arms Corp. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. Factory lettering is crisp. Grips with a few small indentations from handling, predominantly on the lift grip; screw slot is a little deformed and the screw itself appears to be a replacement. Strong case colors; mirror bright bore. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Custom Shop 3rd Gen. SAA Revolver
Colt Custom Shop Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA96033, .45 LC cal., 4.75'' barrel, dark blued finish, color case hardened frame, factory one-piece smooth ivory grips. In original two-piece blue Colt box, with owner's manual, misc. factory paperwork, and white outer box with Colt Custom Shop label that is numbered to the gun and verifies features, including ivory grips. Mfg'd 1991. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, with only the slightest index line between a few of the cylinder stop notches. Grips fit perfectly. Case colors are strong and right side of frame has only a few minor marks from handling. Blue Colt box is also excellent. Est.: $2,400-$2,800. (Modern)
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Modern Winchester 1873 Lever Action Short Rifle
Modern Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Short Rifle, #00068ZV73K, .38 Spec/.357 mag. cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, semi-buckhorn rear sight with Marble's gold bead front sight, straight grip oil-finished walnut stock with crescent steel buttplate, bronze cartridge lifter marked ''Cal.357/38''. Built for Winchester by Miroku. Mfg'd 2014. MSRP $1,300. Condition is excellent as unfired, in original carton with all associated paperwork. Est.: $850-$1,250. (Modern)
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Winchester M.94 XTR Big Bore Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 94 XTR Big Bore Lever Action Rifle, #BB026261, .375 Win. cal., 20'' round barrel, dark blue finish, straight grip checkered walnut stock and forend, Winchester red hard rubber recoil pad, hooded bead front sight and standard elevator rear sight. In the original box with matching numbered end label, hang tag, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue, with just a little high edgewear to left side of frame. Wood appears as new with only a few very minor handling marks, checkering is sharp. Action is crisp; bore is mirror bright, rifling is excellent. Box shows age and wear. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)
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Colt 3rd Gen. Single Action Army Revolver
Excellent Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA42656, .45 LC cal., 7.5'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened frame, checkered black composite eagle and Rampant Colt grips, with standard sights. In the original blue two-piece wood grain box with matching end label, two-piece Styrofoam insert, and the owner's manual. Mfg'd 1980. Appearing unfired this revolver retains approx 99%+ factory blue with a single faint mark near back edge of cylinder. Case colors are vibrant. Grips are also like new. Box shows some creasing and other moderate storage type wear. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Early Colt 3rd Gen. Single Action Army Revolver
Early Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA37551, .44 Special cal., 4.75'' barrel, nickel finish, with a pair of wood-backed faux pearl grips, standard sights. In original wood grain pattern box with matching end label, two-piece Styrofoam insert, and owner's manual. Mfg'd 1980. Revolver is in excellent overall condition and retains all of the factory metal finish which has some intermittent small scratches and light handling marks on the bright nickel; factory lettering is crisp. Cylinder with a light index line between a few of the cylinder stop notches, chambers and face are clean. Grips are as new. Bore is bright with excellent rifling. Box shows mostly moderate storage type wear and a small piece missing on one of the long edges; end label is clear. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt 3rd Gen. Buntline Special Revolver
Colt 3rd Generation Buntline Special Single Action Revolver, #SA44329, .45 LC cal., 12'' barrel, bright nickel finish, with a pair of wood-backed marbled gray composite grips, standard sights. Mfg'd 1980. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, and retains all of the factory metal finish, which has some intermittent small scratches and light handling marks, more common on bright nickel. All factory lettering is crisp. Grips are as new. Cylinder face, chambers, and bore are clean. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Shiloh Rifle Mfg. Co. Sharps M.1874 Business Rifle
Shiloh Rifle Mfg. Co. Sharps Model 1874 Single-Shot Business Rifle, #5401, .50-90 cal; 28'' heavy round ''Old Reliable'' barrel with blued finish, silver blade front sight, Lawrence ladder rear sight; top of barrel near breech is marked ''CALIBRE 50 / 2-1/2''. Color case hardened receiver, with double set triggers; upper tang with mid-range elevation adjustable peep sight. Straight grip walnut stock and forend with Schnabel tip, crescent-shaped color case hardened buttplate; sling swivel mounted to bottom edge of buttstock and another to bottom of barrel. Condition is excellent. Barrel retains approx. 99% factory blue with crisp markings. Color case hardened receiver with a small spot of pinprick pitting to the left side and upper right edge, near the hammer; detracts very little and case colors are otherwise rich. Stock and forend with a few minor surface dents and small blemishes; nice grain and oil type finish; vibrant case colors on the buttplate. Tang sight screw head slots show a little wear. Crisp action, double set triggers function properly; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern)
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Ruger SRM New Model Blackhawk Revolver
Ruger SRM New Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver, #600-04323, .357 Rem. Maximum cal., 10.5'' barrel, blue finish, walnut grips with Ruger medallions, with instructions. Mfg'd from 1982-1984. Ruger ceased production after they found that the hot Maximum loads cut a groove in the bottom of the topstrap directly above the forcing cone gap. It was later discovered that these grooves were never very deep, and after they attained a certain depth, the cutting phenomenon stopped, never causing any danger of failure. This 57 oz. revolver fires everything from .38 Special, .357 Magnum up to the .357 Remington Maximum. Scarce with just 11,000 produced during its two-year production run. Even harder to find with the 10.5'' barrel. Condition is near excellent showing light field use and retaining approx. 94% factory blue, with a spot of finish loss on the backstrap. Grips with light even wear but left panel has a half-inch diagonal loss at toe. Smooth action, crisp light trigger and bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver
Colt 3rd Generation Single Action Army Revolver, #SA33465, .45 Colt cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, with black checkered eagle grips. Mfg'd 1980. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97%+ original finish. Very small finish loss on front strap and ejector rod housing. Grips and action are excellent as well. Bore is bright. A very strong revolver. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern/PPT)
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Browning BT-99 Standard Grade Trap Shotgun
Browning BT-99 Standard Grade Single Barrel Trap Shotgun, #57D27137, 12 ga., 32'' vent rib barrel choked Mod., with 2-3/4'' chamber, ivory front and mid sight bead. Metal with a blued finish, receiver has standard scroll engraving, extractor, gold-colored trigger, and no safety. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock and beavertail forend have a gloss finish, and 13.25'' length of pull over the brown rubber Pachmayr recoil pad; drop at comb 1.25'', drop at heel 1.375''. Made in Japan. Metal is excellent retaining approx. 99% original blue finish, with receiver toning to a very mild plum color. Engraving is crisp and clear with the metal showing only a few minor handling marks. Wood with a small impressions at the wrist and forend, a few of which have left shallow flat spots to the forend checkering; original finish is even and smooth. Action locks up tight, trigger and extractor function correctly, mirror bright bore. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Browning Superposed Grade 1 Standard Weight O/U Shotgun
Browning Superposed Grade 1 Standard Weight Over/Under Shotgun, #24012. 12 ga. 30'' vent rib barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked Full/Full. Superposed boxlock action features a selective single trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors. The full forend and pistol-grip buttstock are oil-finished Exhibition Grade walnut, with extended coverage fleur-de-lis checkering, wooden grip cap with gold-tone inlay, and Pachmayr Old English butt pad. Buttstock has Trap dimensions: 14.5''x1.5''x1.5''. Mfg'd 1951. Condition is excellent as refinished and upgraded. Receiver appears to be reblued with a dull finish. Wood has few small handling marks. Action locks tight, but the triggers are sluggish in firing - may just need a thorough cleaning. Bores are bright. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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Winchester Model 101 Standard Grade O/U 3-Bbl Set
Winchester Model 101 Standard Grade Over/Under 3-Barrel Skeet Set, #K232790.ÿ 20 ga. receiver is fitted with three pairs of 28'' vent rib barrels, 20 ga. (2-3/4''), 28 ga. (2-3/4''), and 410 bore (2-1/2''), all choked Skt/Skt, and each with their own forend.ÿ Boxlock action features single selective trigger, non-auto safety and auto ejectors.ÿ Blued receiver is nicely hand engraved, and all four pieces of wood are of above-average walnut, with high gloss finish and hand checkering.ÿ Pachmayr butt pad is added to give stock dimensions of 14-5/8''x1-1/2''x2-5/8''.ÿ Contained in Browning fitted hard case with original paperwork.ÿ Mfg'd approx. 1974 by Nikko in Japan.ÿ Condition is very good, with moderate wear to action, which still locks well and functions correctly.ÿ There is a slight bulge to the buttstock wood on the right-hand side above the trigger, and apparent looseness to the barrel fits when forends are removed (should be checked by a competent gunsmith).ÿ Est.:ÿ $2,000-$2,500/set. (Modern)
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Ruger Red Label Standard Grade O/U Shotgun
Ruger Red Label Standard Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #400-37497. 20 ga. 26'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are choked Skt/Skt. Boxlock action features single selective trigger, auto safety and auto ejectors. Forend is standard Field Grade wood, but buttstock is fancy walnut with Ruger grip cap and red Ruger butt pad, both satin finished. Dimensions are 14.25''x1.5''x2.5''. Mfg'd approx. 1980. Shotgun is in excellent condition and appears little used. There are very few marks to wood. Action functions perfectly and still breaking in; some toning to bores. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern)
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Browning Model 42 Grade V Slide-Action Shotgun
Browning Model 42 Grade V Slide-Action Shotgun, #03068NZ982. .410 bore 26'' vent rib barrel has a 3'' chamber and is choked Full. Action is original Winchester Model 42, with a sear interrupter added. Receiver is profusely engraved, including gold ducks in flight on the right-hand side, and two pointers with a flushing grouse on the left-hand side. The full forend and pistol-grip buttstock are dark high-grade walnut with high-gloss finish and hand checkering, including metal grip cap and plastic Browning buttplate. In non-original black Browning box. Mfg'd 1991 by Miroku in Japan for Browning. Condition is as new with very little wear to action and few marks to wood. Est.: $1,200-$1,400. (Modern) (Same serial number as next two shotguns.)
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Browning Model 12 Grade V Slide-Action Shotgun
Browning Model 12 Grade V Slide-Action Shotgun, #03068PN932. 20 ga. 26'' vent rib barrel has a 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked Mod. Action is original Winchester Model 12, with a sear interrupter added. Receiver is profusely rose and scroll engraved, and includes scenes of gold ducks flying and gold pointers flushing grouse. The full forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of dark select walnut, with high-gloss finish and hand checkering, and include a metal grip cap and black Browning buttplate. In original serial numbered Browning box with owner's manual. Mfg'd 1991 by Miroku in Japan for Browning. Condition is as new, with very little wear to action and no marks to wood. Est.: $1,200-$1,400. (Modern) (Same serial number as above and below shotguns.)
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Browning Model 12 Grade V Slide-Action Shotgun
Browning Model 12 Grade V Slide-Action Shotgun, #03068NM972. 28 ga. 26'' vent rib barrel has a 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked Mod. Action is original Winchester Model 12, with a sear interrupter added. Receiver has extensive game scene engraving with rose and scroll bordering, including multiple gold inlays of dogs and birds. Wood is select dark walnut with high-gloss finish and hand checkering, and includes a metal grip cap and black Browning buttplate. In original Browning box serial numbered to the gun. Mfg'd 1990 by Miroku in Japan for Browning. Condition is as new, with very little wear to the action and no marks to the wood. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (Modern) (Same serial number as above two shotguns.)
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Browning BT-99 Golden Clays Trap Gun
Browning BT-99 Golden Clays Model Single Barrel Trap Gun, #03560NWC99. 12 ga. 32'' ported barrel has high vent rib, target beads, 2-3/4'' chamber, and is fitted for Invector Plus choke tubes (4 included). Boxlock BT-99 action is standard, with auto ejector but without safety. Receiver is engraved silvery grey with gold outlines, clay pigeon on bottom, and flushing quail transitioning to clay target on both sides. Tapered beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock are low-gloss Grade V walnut, with extensive checkering at 20 LPI, adjustable comb, and a modern Limbsaver recoil pad. Contained in period correct Browning hard case, with tools and accessories. Mfg'd 1994. Condition is excellent with no significant marks to wood and little wear to receiver or checkering. Action is broken in but not overly worn; trigger is crisp, and ejector functions well. Bore need cleaning but is otherwise undamaged. Est.: $2,250-$2,750. (Modern)
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Weatherby Athena IV Field Grade O/U Shotgun
Weatherby Athena Grade IV Field Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #F000075. 20 ga. 26'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod. Boxlock action features Kersten crossbolt lockup, single selective trigger, non-auto safety and auto ejectors. Receiver is satin grey finished, with sideplate and moderate engraving. Semi-beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of glossy claro walnut, with rosewood grip cap, extensive hand checkering, Weatherby white diamond, and Weatherby Whiteline recoil pad. Dimensions are 14''x1.5''x2-5/8''. Mfg'd by SKB for Weatherby in the 1980s. Condition is really excellent, with few marks to wood, little wear to action which functions properly, and bright bores. Est.: $1,200-$1,600. (Modern)
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Browning Citori Lightning Grade III O/U Shotgun
Browning Citori Lightning Grade III Over/Under Shotgun, #15631MV131. 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are fitted for Invector Plus choke tubes (LM and IC installed). Citori action features single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors. Receiver is greyed steel and has engraved mallard and pheasants along with bottom and border engraving Wood is high-gloss Presentation Grade dark walnut, with slender forend and round-knob buttstock, ending at Browning recoil pad. In Browning fitted canvas case with leather accents. Mfg'd 2005. Condition is near excellent, with some discoloration to receiver, few handling marks to wood, and light wear to action, which still locks very tight and functions correctly; bores are bright. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern)
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Browning Citori Lightning Gr. VI O/U Shotgun
Browning Citori Lightning Grade VI Over/Under Shotgun, #24050PN983. .410 bore 26'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod. Action is standard Citori, with single selective trigger, non-auto safety and auto ejectors. Receiver is dark blue and extensively engraved around seven gold inlays: Pheasants on the left, ducks on the right, pointer on the bottom, and grouse on the trigger guard. Stock configuration is Lightning: Slender forend and round-knob long-tang pistol-grip buttstock. Exhibition Grade dark walnut has a high-gloss finish and is checked at 22 LPI. Contained in its original black Browning box, serial numbered to the gun, including original owner's manual. Mfg'd 1989 by Miroku in Japan for Browning. Condition is excellent and 100% original, appearing unfired. There is nothing to improve upon. Est.: $2,500-$3,000. (Modern)
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Browning B-SS Sporter Model Side-by-Side Shotgun
Browning B-SS Sporter Model Side-by-Side Shotgun, #0020PM158. 12 ga. 26'' solid rib barrels have 3'' chambers, target beads, and are choked IC/Mod. Action is later B-SS boxlock with single selective trigger, auto safety and auto ejectors. Sport configuration includes slimmer forend and straight-grip buttstock with longer lower tang. Wood is oil-finished walnut, and a Pachmayr Old English recoil pad has been fitted. Mfg'd in 1980 by Miroku in Japan for Browning. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, and does not appear broken in. Action functions correctly, bores are bright. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern)
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Orvis Fine Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun
Orvis Fine Grade Side-by-Side Shotgun, #215, 12 ga., 23.5'' (60cm) barrels choked IC/IC with selective ejectors. Hand-detachable sidelock action is profusely engraved in a floral pattern and features double triggers and auto safety. Checkered beavertail forend and straight grip buttstock are of straight grain medium-tone walnut and feature 26 LPI checkering. Mfg'd for Orvis by Arrieta of Spain in the 1990's. Condition is near excellent with approx. 90% finish remaining showing area of discoloration at breech end of left barrel. Wood with minor handling scuffs and scratches and small area of finish loss at comb. Action is still very tight and functions correctly; bores are bright. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (Modern)
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Winchester Model 23 Heavy Duck Edition SxS Shotgun
Winchester Model 23 Heavy Duck Edition Side-by-Side Shotgun, #HD 292E. 12 ga. 30'' matted rib barrels have target beads, 3'' chambers, and are fitted for Briley Series 2 choke tubes (7 included, all suitable for steel shot). Model 23 boxlock action features a single selective trigger, auto safety and auto ejectors. Receiver is blued, with ''Heavy Duck'' in gold on the bottom, matching the rib marking. Full beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of low-gloss fancy walnut, with extensive checkering at 22 LPI, plain metal grip cap, and black Winchester butt pad. Contained in a fitted Americase with canvas cover, and including all tubes, tools, cleaning supplies and documentation. Mfg'd 1984, one of 500. Condition is excellent with virtually no marks to wood or metal and little wear to action, which still locks tight and functions correctly; bores are bright. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (Modern)
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Browning Superposed Diana Grade Broadway Trap O/U Shotgun
Browning Superposed Diana Grade Broadway Trap Model Over/Under Shotgun, #2505S71. 12 ga. 32'' barrels have a 5/8'' wide vent rib, 2-3/4'' chambers, and are choked Full/Full. Superposed action features a single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors. Silvery gray receiver is elaborately engraved with pheasants on left-hand side, ducks on right-hand side, with beautiful scrolls on the trigger guard, tangs, and forend iron, with a unique border pattern, all done by FN master engraver Vrancken. Tapered beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of high-gloss Exhibition Grade dark walnut, with extensive checkering at 26 LPI and a border pattern that matches the receiver border, with a Browning Whiteline target pad. Contained in a John Hall hard case. Mfg'd 1971. Condition is very good to excellent, except for the toning on the receiver, the result of improper storage, which should be fixable by a competent gunsmith. Other metal is fairly clean. Wood has few handling marks. Action locks tight and functions correctly, bore are bright. Est.: $2,500-$3,000. (Modern)(Don Koll collection)
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Blaser Model F3 Compettion Sporting O/U Shotgun
Blaser Model F3 Competition Sporting Over/Under Shotgun, #J08642.ÿ 12 ga. 32'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers, tapered rib, and are fitted for Briley extended Spectrum choke tubes (LM/LM installed).ÿ Boxlock action features non-auto safety, adjustable single selective trigger, and auto ejectors.ÿ Receiver finish is non-reflective dark grey with gold ''F3'' logo.ÿ Wood is Grade 4 walnut, oil finished, and features Schnabel forend tip, full pistol grip with left-hand Wundhammer swell, and no grip cap; buttstock has been modified for fully adjustable comb and Kick-Eez recoil pad.ÿ Contained in very heavy Roosevelt and Drake buffalo hide leg-o-mutton case; also includes Blaser hard case with original forend and buttstock, plus tools and original paperwork. Mfg'd by Sigarms in Germany in 2006.ÿ Condition is as new, showing very few handling marks to wood and very little wear to action.ÿ Est.:ÿ $4,500-$6,000. (Modern)ÿ
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Browning Superposed Grade 1 Standard Weight O/U Shotgun
Browning Superposed Grade 1 Standard Weight Over/Under Shotgun, #1530J6. .410 bore 26.5'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers, target beads, and are choked IC/Mod. Superposed boxlock action includes single selective trigger, non-auto safety, and auto ejectors; moderate engraving on receiver. The full forend and pistol-grip buttstock are upgraded European walnut, with extended coverage fleur-de-lis checkering, wooden grip cap with initialed gold-tone inlay, and fitted Pachmayr Old English butt pad. Contained in period-correct Browning hard case. Mfg'd 1966. Condition is excellent as apparently refinished and used very little. Wood and metal show no carry wear, and no evidence of salt wood corrosion; receiver blue is somewhat dull. Action locks tight and functions correctly; bores are bright. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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Arrieta ''Gunmark Viscount'' Model 578 SxS Shotgun
Arrieta ''Gunmark Viscount'' Model 578 Sidelock Side-by-Side Shotgun, #33920. 28'' (71cm) 20 ga. barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod. Action is a true sidelock with dual underlugs, double triggers, auto safety and auto ejectors. Greyed receiver and locks are profusely engraved with fine English rose and scroll patterns. Splinter forend and straight grip buttstock are of oil-finished Exhibition Grade walnut, checkered at 22 LPI, with Pachmayr Decelerator pad added. Dimensions are 15-1/8''x1-1/2''x2''. Contained in canvas case with cleaning rod and accessories. Mfg'd in Spain in 1985. Condition is excellent showing only minimal marks from handling, little wear to action, and bright bores. Est.: $3,000-$4,000. (Modern) (Consecutive to below-listed lot.)
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Arrieta ''Gunmark Viscount'' Model 578 SxS Shotgun
Arrieta ''Gunmark Viscount'' Model 578 Sidelock Side-by-Side Shotgun, #33921. 28'' (71cm) 20 ga. barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod. Action is a true sidelock with dual underlugs, double triggers, auto safety and auto ejectors. Greyed receiver and locks are profusely engraved with fine English rose and scroll patterns. Splinter forend and straight grip buttstock are of oil-finished Exhibition Grade walnut, checkered at 22 LPI, with Pachmayr Decelerator pad added. Dimensions are 15-1/8''x1-1/2''x2''. Contained in canvas case with cleaning rod and accessories. Mfg'd in Spain in 1985. Condition is excellent showing only minimal marks from handling with the exception of a slight mar to left-hand side of buttstock. Action shows little wear and bores are bright. Est.: $3,000-$4,000. (Modern) (Consecutive to above lot.)
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Steyr Model 1903 Mannlicher-Schoenaur Rifle
Steyr Model 1903 Mannlicher-Schoenaur Bolt Action Rifle, #16321, 6.5 M-S cal., 18'' barrel, blue finish, double set triggers, full-length Mannlicher pistol-grip checkered cheekpiece walnut stock, with factory steel buttplate and later Spanish leather braided sling; cleaning rod is present in butt. Brass bead, two-leaf rear, with Lyman peep sight. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 94% thinning blue. Stock with light overall impressions and some flattening to checks. Good functioning set triggers. Good action, very good bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R)
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Anschutz Model 1423 Bolt Action Rifle
Anschutz Model 1423 Bolt Action Rifle, #356634, .22 LR cal., 19'' barrel, blue finish, skip-line checkered cheekpiece Mannlicher stock, with one Anschutz marked magazine, and one 3-7x Bushnell scope. Mfg'd 1962. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 92% factory blue. Stock with mild impressions, scuffs and scratches, the most pronounced to edge of cheekpiece. Good action, bright bore, clear scope optics. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Mannlicher-Schoenaur Model 1952 Bolt Action Rifle
Mannlicher-Schoenaur Model 1952 Bolt Action Rifle, #15969, .30-06 cal., 20'' barrel, blue finish, double set triggers, checkered cheekpiece pistol-grip full-length walnut stock, with black plastic Steyr buttplate, standard twin leaf rear sight, and nickel silver front sight blade. Topped with a Leupold 2x7 Vari-X II scope on Griffin & Howe sliding mounts. Mfg'd 1955. Condition is excellent. Rifle just shows light field use as minor thinning to high edges, predominantly to bolt release lever, and very light overall impressions to stock. Crisp action, nicely functioning double set trigger, bright bore, and clear scope optics with duplex crosshair reticle. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle
Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle, #130-04672, 7x57 cal., 26'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish, from the factory without sights. Checkered pistol grip walnut stock with a semi-beavertail forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd 1972. There is a thin line of surface rust on the left edge of the receiver, adjacent the buttstock. Rifle is in otherwise excellent condition and retains approx. 98% original metal finish, with two light scratches to right side of barrel, below the rib. Wood with a few minor handling marks, most noticeable on the right side near the receiver; checkering is sharp. Crisp action, bright bore with excellent rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Modern)
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Savage Model 99 Lever Action Rifle
Savage Model 99 Lever Action Rifle, #384101, .300 Sav. cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened lever, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock and forend, serrated steel buttplate, sling eyelets, with Redfield receiver sight; original rear sight has been removed and replaced with a dovetail blank; bright bead front sight blade has been added. Mfg'd 1939. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% somewhat thinning blue, 95% vivid case colors to lever, with light high edgewear to left side of frame. Stock is excellent with several very small impressions. Crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-A Light Sporter
Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-A Light Sporter Single Shot Rifle, #130-41809, 7x57 cal., 22'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish; brass beaded blade front sight, rear sight has been removed, with scope rings and Burris 3-9x scope with gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with Alexander Henry forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, quick-detachable sling swivels and brown leather sling. Mfg'd 1978. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue, with some light wear to the lever, few small scratches on the barrel; receiver with mild plum-colored toning. Wood with intermittent normal small handling marks; checkering is excellent. Crisp action, bright bore with sharp rifling. Scope is also excellent, optics are bright and clear. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Remington M.81 ''The Woodmaster'' Semi-Auto Rifle
Remington Model 81 ''The Woodmaster'' Semi-Automatic Rifle, #13137, .35 Rem. cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock and forend, brass bead front sight, standard rear sight, and correct Lyman tang sight. Mfg'd 1941. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 95%-96% factory blue. Stock with only mild impressions and small areas of varnish loss at top of comb; slightly more pronounced scratches to forend, and small areas of vanish thinning to bottom portion. Good action, excellent bore. Est.: $650-$850. (C&R)
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Engraved Savage Model 99PE Lever Action Rifle
Engraved Savage Model 99PE Lever Action Rifle, #1145274, .284 Win. cal., 22 blue barrel, game scene and banknote engraved frame and lever, with beautifully executed stag elk surrounded by pine trees to left side; right side with cougar in wooded area, surmounted by scrolls with punchdot background engraving, all of which are finished in a nice hard chrome. Balance point of frame with additional scrolls, light detail engraving above and below serial number, light treatment to lever, with stamped relief bordered pistol grip cap showing gold initial. Gold trigger, safety, and cocking indicator. Fancy grade fiddleback walnut stock and forend with bird's beak checkering to both; factory aluminum buttplate retained. Topped with a Leupold M8-4X scope on Weaver rings and mounts. Condition is excellent with minor thinning at muzzle of barrel. Hard chromed receiver and lever show virtually no wear. Stock with only very light marks from handling and crisp checkering; varnish has checked and cracked somewhat (detracts little). Crisp action, bright bore, clear optics. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle
Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle, with Leupold scope, #130-26966, .300 Win. Mag. cal., 26'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish, receiver has toned to plum color, from the factory without sights. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with a semi-beavertail forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, and sling swivel studs. Left side of barrel is marked ''MADE IN 200TH YEAR OF AMERICAN LIBERTY''. Mfg'd 1976. Topped with a Leupold Vari-X II 2x7 scope, which has a gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90% factory metal finish, with most of the losses to the muzzle, lever, and lower edge of receiver. Stock with scuffs and scratches, checkering is predominantly clean and shows minimal handling wear; forend and parts of the buttstock with some thinning and finish loss, approx. 95% remains. Crisp action, bore is clean with excellent rifling. Exterior of the scope shows normal signs of light age and wear, optics are bright and clear, reticles are straight. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-A Light Sporter Rifle
Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-A Light Sporter Single Shot Rifle, #130-42168, 7x57 cal., 22'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish; brass beaded blade front sight, folding rear sight, with scope rings. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with Alexander Henry forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd 1977. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue, with some light wear to the sides of the front sight base and lever. Wood with intermittent minor indentations and other small handling marks, most noticeable on right side of forend, near the tip; checkering is excellent. Crisp action, bright bore with sharp rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle, #425513, .30-06 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut stock, hollow bolt, factory aluminum checkered buttplate. Topped with a 4x Kollmorgen Bear Cub scope on Buehler rings and mounts. Mfg'd 1958. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% factory blue. Barrel and receiver are excellent with just minor thinning, slightly more pronounced to floorplate adjacent to trigger guard and bolt handle. Stock with mild scratches and one small impression to right side cheekpiece area. Perimeter thinning to buttplate anodization. Scope optics are clear. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #438078, .270 Ackley Imp. cal., 24'' barrel, black McMillan fiberglass pistol-grip checkered stock with black rubber buttplate; simple flip rear sight but having its original hooded bead front sight removed so as not to affect scope's view. Rifle is topped with a Leupold Vari-X III 4.5-14x60 scope on Leupold rings and mount (MSRP on scope is $1,000). All improvements by Cliff La Bounty, Maple Falls, Idaho. La Bounty checked and squared the rifle, set the barrel back and rechambered it, then lapped the barrel and installed the front sight blank. Rifle mfg'd 1958. Consignor states that this rifle will shoot under half-inch groups at 100 yards with either 130 or 140 grain bullets with muzzle velocities chronographed at 3200 FPS. Condition is excellent as modified, appearing almost new, with only just negligible marks from handling and range use. Stock is excellent mimicking the lines of a pre-64 Model 70 almost perfectly. Action is crisp, bore and optics are bright with scope having standard Leupold duplex reticle. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R)
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Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle
Ruger Pre-Warning No. 1-B Single Shot Rifle, with Bausch & Lomb scope, #130-49200, .25-06 cal., 26'' barrel with quarter rib, blue finish, receiver has toned to light plum color, from the factory without sights. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with semi-beavertail forend, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, quick-detachable sling swivels, and tan leather sling. Mfg'd 1977. Topped with a Bausch & Lomb Balvar 8B 2.5-8x40mm scope; scope with gloss black finish, reticle is a fine crosshair with tapered post. Rifle is in near excellent lightly used condition overall, retaining approx. 97% factory blue; with a few small handling marks on the barrel, edges of receiver and parts of the lever show light finish wear. Wood with intermittent shallow indentations and other small handling marks, predominantly on the forend; checkering is mostly sharp. Crisp action, bright bore with excellent rifling. Scope is excellent with crystal clear optics. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern)
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Springfield Bolt Action Sporting Rifle, by Sedgley
Springfield Bolt Action Sporting Rifle, by Sedgley, #575, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, fine Sedgley blue finish, custom pistol-grip Schnauble forend walnut stock, blue steel buttplate, Lyman rear sight and Sedgley front sight ramp. Topped of barrel marked ''R.F. Sedgley Inc., Phila, PA USA''. Condition is about fine. Both receiver rings are drilled and tapped for scope. Front sight blade has been removed. Rifle retains approx. 92% lightly thinning blue. Stock with scratches and minor impressions. Good action, fine bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle, #300665, .243 cal., 22'' barrel. factory checkered high comb pistol-grip walnut stock with hollow bolt handle, hooded bead front sight and standard two-position rear sight, with factory sling swivels. Mfg'd 1954. Condition is fine retaining 96% original finish, with most of the losses being minor to the aluminum magazine floorplate. Stock shows light to just moderate field use with overall scattered pressure dings and scratches. Good action, fine bore, with a nice clean even crown. Est.: $750-$1,000 (C&R)
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Cased Weatherby MK V 1984 Olympic Commem. Rifle
Cased Weatherby Mark V 1984 Olympic Commemorative Bolt Action Rifle, #OL-0133, .300 Wby Mag. cal., 24'' barrel, dark blued finish; factory lettering is highlighted in gold with gold-colored trigger; floorplate with engraved gold floral motif and is inscribed ''XXIIIrd OLYMPIAD-1984''. Deluxe walnut Monte Carlo stock with point checkering, cheekpiece, rosewood forend and grip cap, vented brown rubber Weatherby recoil pad, and gold-colored sling swivel studs; right side with inlaid oval brass Olympic plaque. Mfg'd without sights; top of receiver is factory drilled and tapped. In the original blue leather covered case with burgundy colored interior, gold-colored quick-detachable sling swivels, brochure, manual, test target, and misc. paperwork. Rifle shows little evidence of being fired after leaving the factory but does show signs of poor storage. The original blue finish with speckled small rust spots, some that appear to have been cleaned, resulting in finish loss; this occurs primarily on the barrel. There is also a small amount of mild surface rust on the bolt body. Stock is excellent with only a few very minor and insignificant handling marks, checkering is as new; recoil pad is soft and pliable but a little faded. Smooth action, mirror bright bore with excellent rifling. Exterior of the case is very good with scattered scuffs and storage type scratches; there is some verdigris present on the brass corners; interior is excellent. One of 1,000 produced. Est.: $800-$1,100. (Modern)
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Browning FN High-Power Olympian Grade Sako Rifle
Browning FN High-Power Olympian Grade Medium Sako Bolt Action Rifle, #9862B8, .243 cal., 22'' lightly engraved blue barrel, deep relief animal scene engraved receiver, trigger guard, and magazine floorplate with satin chrome finish; carved and checkered fancy walnut cheekpiece stock, with original Browning factory buttplate. Engraving work is signed by master engraver Gino Cargnel. Topped with a Redfield 3-9x40 scope on Redfield rings and mounts. Dating from the early 1960s. Condition is near excellent showing very light field use, with dried grease remaining on bolt head, handle, and machine-turned extractor, all of which can be easily cleaned. Stock with several small dings, predominantly to left side, but no real losses. Smooth action, crisp trigger, bright bore. Est.: $4,500-$5,500. (C&R)
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Parker-Hale Mauser Bolt Action Rifle
Custom Parker-Hale Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, #8177, 6mm Rem. cal., 23'' barrel, Spanish type fernleaf engraving, blue finish, applied gold elk to magazine floorplate, ''W'' to bottom of trigger guard, with ram, deer, and rosettes applied gold to teardrop-shaped engraved blue steel pistol grip cap. Beautiful birdseye maple pistol-grip stock with fluted comb, and slant-cut rosewood forend cap with very thin whiteline spacer. Two-piece Buehler type mounts and rings are similarly engraved, and topped with a period-correct Leupold 2-7x32 Vari-X II scope, with classic Leupold duplex crosshairs. Condition is excellent as superbly crafted for Parker-Hale. Almost all of its inky royal blue remains. Stock has very light pressure dings near pistol grip and wrist area. Action is crisp with 4-lb. trigger pull, bore is bright, with clear scope optics. Includes 300 new Remington brass cases for reloading. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Modern)
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Weatherby Custom Shop Mark V Bolt Action Rifle
Weatherby Custom Shop Mark V Bolt Action Rifle, with Weatherby scope, #H223856, .460 Wea. mag. cal., 28'' overall barrel length which includes the muzzle brake, with blued finish; floorplate is engraved with floral motifs and ''Weatherby Custom'' banner. One-piece pistol-grip walnut stock is checkered at the wrist and forend and features a satin finish, Monte Carlo cheekpiece, rosewood forend and grip cap; cap with white diamond center, black rubber Weatherby recoil pad, quick detach sling swivels, padded leather sling; front of the sling with tooled floral design. Mfg'd without sights and topped with Buehler scope rings and a Weatherby Supreme 2-7x34 scope which has a gloss-black finish, duplex reticle, Weatherby lens covers. Rifle is in excellent overall condition and retains approx. 99% factory blue. Stock with an attractive grain pattern, point checkering is unmarred, with a few normal shallow indentations and small handling marks; most noticeable is on the upper edge, below the receiver ring. Action is smooth; bore is clean and rates in excellent condition. Scope is also excellent, there are a few very minor marks present on the outside, optics are bright and clear. Overall a very clean Japanese made custom shop rifle. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern)
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Winchester Custom Shop Model 70 Super Grade Rifle
Mint Winchester Custom Shop Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Rifle, #G164, 7mm Rem. mag. cal., 24'' barrel, 26'' overall including the muzzle brake, satin blue finish, with jeweled bolt body and follower. Fancy pistol-grip walnut stock is checkered with Monte Carlo cheekpiece, rosewood forend cap, smooth steel grip cap, quick-detachable sling swivels; bottom of buttstock has an inlaid brass nameplate with the initials ''DLH''; length of pull over the plain leather-wrapped recoil pad is approx. 13.75''. Rifle was mfg'd without sights, top of receiver is factory drilled and tapped for scope mounts, with a bolt mounted safety. Top of the barrel is Winchester proofed and is also marked within an oval ''CGS''; floorplate is marked ''-SUPER GRADE-''; bolt is numbered and matches the rifle. In the original box with matching numbered end label, hang tag, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Outside of box indicates that this rifle originally came with scope bases and rings, which are not present. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and possibly unfired. There is one very small indentation on the top of the comb and the overall condition would otherwise be almost impossible to improve upon. Bore is mirror bright. Est.: $1,600-$2,200. (Modern)
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Winchester M.70 Super Express Rifle
Like New Winchester Model 70 Super Express Bolt Action Rifle, #G1585728, .458 Win. Mag. cal., 22'' barrel, satin blue finish, jeweled bolt body and follower. Satin-finished pistol-grip walnut stock is checkered with Monte Carlo cheekpiece, smooth steel grip cap, red rubber Winchester recoil pad, quick detach sling swivels, and tan leather sling. Sights include a hooded blade front sight on ramped base, ''V'' shaped single leaf rear sight, receiver is factory drilled and tapped for scope mounts, with a bolt mounted safety. Top of barrel is Winchester proofed and the floorplate is marked in gold lettering ''SUPER EXPRESS''; bolt is numbered and matches the rifle. In the original box with matching numbered end label. Condition is excellent, appearing as new. The only noticeable blemishes on this rifle are a few raised spots on the left edge of the recoil pad. Bore is bright with excellent rifling. Box shows considerable age and wear. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)
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Browning Model B-78 Single Shot Rifle
Browning Model B-78 Single Shot Rifle, with Browning scope, #3490W37, .22-250 cal., 26'' tapered octagonal barrel, mfg'd without sights, metal with a dark blued finish. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock and Schnabel forend, with gloss finish, Monte Carlo cheekpiece, factory black rubber Browning recoil pad. Topped with a Browning 2-7x scope and Browning mounts; scope with a gloss-black finish and fine crosshair reticle. Metal surfaces rate in excellent condition and retain approx. 98% factory blue, barrel with a few spots of light edgewear. Stock is very good with scattered shallow pressure dents and handling marks; forend checkering with a few tiny dulled checks and is otherwise unmarred; color is good, gloss finish is smooth. Crisp action; bore is bright with excellent rifling. There are some small nicks and scratches present on the outside of the scope; optics are clear, reticle is straight. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern)
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Browning Model 1885 High-Wall Single Shot Rifle
Browning Model 1885 High-Wall Single Shot Rifle, with Leupold scope, #07202PV247, 7mm Rem. mag. cal., 28'' octagonal barrel, dark blue finish, straight grip checkered walnut stock and Schnabel forend with satin finish, black rubber Browning recoil pad, sling swivels, mfg'd without sights. Mfg'd 1985. Rifle is fit with a pair of Browning scope mounts, Leupold Vari-X III 3.5-10x scope, with gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Included is the original rifle box with matching numbered end label and owner's manual. Rifle is in excellent, as new condition, retaining approx. 99%+ factory blue. Stock and forend also appear as new and show no mentionable handling marks, checkering is sharp and clean. Excellent action and bright bore; overall this rifle shows very few signs of being handled or potentially fired. Scope is also excellent with bright, clear optics. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)
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Anschutz Exemplar Bolt Action Pistol
Anschutz Exemplar Bolt Action Pistol, #1328698P, .22 LR cal., 10'' barrel, blue finish, walnut stock with stippled pistol grip and forend, with bipod. Sights have been removed; factory grooved receiver is topped with a Leupold M8-4X extended eye relief scope with a duplex reticle and gloss black finish. Included is one 5-round Anschutz magazine. Barrel with an ''IH'' date code, mfg'd 1987. Bolt handle is purposely located on the left side of the receiver to facilitate ease of operation without switching hands for the right-handed shooter. Condition is excellent showing normal signs of light range use; approx. 99% factory finish remains. Stock with only a few tiny indentations from handling as well as a small impression to the edge of the grip. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Scope with a few slight marks to the exterior; optics are clear. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT).
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Remington XP-100 Bolt Action Pistol
Remington Model XP-100 Single Shot Bolt Action Pistol, #B7529402, .223 Rem. cal., 15'' barrel, blue finish, right-handed laminated wood stock with contoured grip, mfg'd without sights, factory drilled and tapped and fitted with a one-piece scope base and rings. Barrel date code is ''KJ'', mfg'd in 1989. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue finish; front portion of the barrel with a few tiny specks of oxidation; factory lettering is crisp. Stock shows only a few minor handling marks with good color, grain pattern, and even oil type finish. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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BSA Martini International Single Shot Rifle
BSA Martini International Single Shot Rifle, #U182, .22 LR cal., 28.5'' barrel, blue finish, cheekpiece target stock and handguard, with Parker-Hale adjustable rear sight tube, globe front sight and dovetail scope mounts. Condition is fine. Metal surfaces retain approx. 92% blue. Stock with light scuffs and scratches from range use. Aluminum adjustable buttplate is missing its rear portion. Crisp extremely light trigger pull. Barrel with recessed crown and mirror bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Schultz Larsen M54 Bolt Action Target Rifle
Schultz & Larsen M54 Bolt Action Single Shot Target Rifle, #3439, .223 cal., 25'' heavy barrel by K.E. Smith, blue finish, two-way adjustable set trigger, thumbhole cheekpiece walnut stock, with adjustable aluminum buttplate. Topped with a Tasco 8-32x44 scope. Condition is near excellent showing moderate range use, mostly as scuffs and scratches to walnut stock. Blue surfaces retain approx. 96% factory blue. Good action, light trigger, clear scope optics with crosshair dot reticle. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern)
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AMT Rifle Inc. SS-.380 Benchrest Rifle
AMT Rifle Inc. Model SS-.380 Single Shot Bolt Action Benchrest Rifle, #M00242, .17 Rem. cal., 24'' stainless heavy barrel stamped on the right side near the receiver ''17-REM'', no other marks, mfg'd without sights; left port action with right hand bolt and two-piece Weaver style scope bases, no safety, adjustable trigger. Black laminate wood benchrest stock, with a 2.5'' wide flat bottom forend, right-hand palm swell, LOP over the black rubber Eliminator recoil pad is 12.75''. Metal surfaces are in excellent overall condition and show only normal signs of moderate range use, including slight scuffs and minor use marks. Stock may be custom or modified as the edges of the vented forend cutouts are a little uneven; most of the gloss finish remains, with intermittent light handling marks. Trigger guard screws do not match. Action is smooth with a light trigger pull; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern)
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R.W. Hart Son Model 1-A Benchrest Rifle
Robert W. Hart & Son Model 1-A Single Shot Bolt Action Benchrest Rifle, #W-1013 .250 Ack. Imp. cal., 24.5'' stainless bull barrel; left side of barrel with ''.250 ACK IMP 287'' scratched into the surface, no other marks, mfg'd without sights; right port action with blued finish, right-hand bolt and two-piece Weaver style scope bases, no safety, adjustable trigger, aluminum trigger guard. White and crŠme-colored fiberglass benchrest stock, with 3'' wide flat bottom forend, LOP over the aluminum buttplate is 13''. Condition is near excellent. Barrel with some light rub marks and surface scratches; approx. 99% blue finish remains on the receiver, which also shows some normal light marks from handling. Stock with moderate small marks from range use, no major blemishes. Action is smooth with a light trigger pull; bore is bright with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)
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Custom BAT Machine Co. Model SV Benchrest Rifle
Custom BAT Machine Co. Model SV Single Shot Bolt Action Benchrest Rifle, #SV41, 6mm PPC cal., 22'' stainless heavy barrel is unmarked. Left-hand load SV action has been milled to be right port with right hand 2-lug bolt; when the action was milled a portion of the original maker's marks were removed; receiver is topped with two-piece scope rings. Blue and black fiberglass benchrest stock, with a 3'' wide flat bottom forend, LOP is 12.75''. Also features an adjustable trigger. In fine overall condition, rifle shows typical signs of moderate range use; barrel with light surface scratches and handling marks. Stock with intermittent scuffs and small marks from range use; no major blemishes; there is a semi-transparent protective film on the bottom edge of the forend and buttstock. Action is smooth with a light trigger pull; bore is bright with sharp rifling. The caliber is not marked on this rifle but the consignor states that it is 6mm PPC. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)
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AMT Rifle Inc. Model SS-.380 Benchrest Rifle
AMT Rifle Inc. Model SS-.380 Single Shot Bolt Action Benchrest Rifle, #M00291, .223 AI cal., 27'' stainless heavy barrel stamped on the right side near the receiver ''223 REMINGTON'', with ''ACK'' scratched into the surface; left port action with right-hand bolt and two-piece Weaver style scope bases, no safety. Black/white/cream colored fiberglass benchrest stock, with a 2.25'' wide flat bottom forend, LOP over the black rubber recoil pad is 13-5/8''. In fine overall condition, this rifle shows typical evidence of moderate range use. Metal surfaces with intermittent light scuffs and handling marks, factory lettering is clear. Stock is excellent but the pad is cracked and brittle around the edges. Trigger guard does not have a front screw and the stock is not drilled and tapped for one. Action is smooth with a light trigger pull; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern)
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Pre-War Colt Heavy Barrel Officer's Model Revolver
Pre-War Colt Heavy Barrel Officer's Model Double Action Revolver, #631196, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered trigger, factory checkered walnut grips with pre-war Colt medallions, elevation adjustable front and windage adjustable rear sight. Mfg'd 1939. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 94% factory charcoal blue, with light wear at muzzle and minor general thinning. Grips show light wear, and gripstraps have some varnish type residue that can easily be removed. Light crisp action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Heavy Barrel Colt Officer's Model Revolver
Pre-War Heavy Barrel Colt Officer's Model Double Action Revolver, #640517, .32 S&W Long cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, factory adjustable sights, and checkered trigger face. Mfg'd 1939. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98% factory blue, with only the lightest wear in actioning areas and some micro-scratching to left sideplate near cylinder latch. Grips show as near new. Original factory preservative remains in place and should be cleaned out, action is otherwise fine, bore is bright. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model of 1926 Wolf Klar Revolver
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Hand Ejector (Model of 1926 Wolf & Klar) Double Action Revolver, #29000, .44 Spec. cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, matching numbered diamond checkered walnut grips, with standard fixed sights. Factory letter confirms all features, as well as the fact that this revolver was shipped to Wolf & Klar, Ft. Worth, TX, March 24, 1927, in a 25-gun shipment. It is interesting to note that the unit price for such a revolver was $21.90. Condition is fine to near excellent retaining approx. 92% original factory blue, with light general overall wear, highpoint edgewear, and thinning at muzzle. Sideplate screws with some circumferential scratches. Grips remain mostly fine with some minor impressions and one repair to side butt area left panel. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $2,800-$3,200. (C&R/PPT)
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SW 2nd Model Target Revolver
Smith & Wesson 2nd Model Target Model Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver, #21412, .44 Spec. cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, pencil numbered matching diamond checkered walnut grips, with lanyard loop in butt, and original pre-war factory screwdriver. Bright bead Marbles front sight and factory adjustable rear sight, checkered hammer, and smooth trigger. Mfg'd 1941. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 94% factory blue, with thinning at muzzle and forward portion of cylinder. Small spots of flaking to left side, as well as light scuffs. Grips are mostly excellent with very minor impressions. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War SW .32-20 Hand Ejector Revolver
Pre-War Smith & Wesson .32-20 Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver, (Model 1905 4th Change), #120335, .32-20 cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered diamond walnut grips. In S&W tip-open black box. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 90% thinning and flaking blue, with most of the losses to left side of frame behind cylinder release. Thinning at muzzle and high edges of cylinder with faint index mark. Crisp action, mirror bright bore. Box with extensive repairs; end label is present but loose inside of box. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Woodsman Semi-Auto Sporting Pistol
Colt Woodsman Semi-Automatic Sporting Pistol, in original box, #97118, .22 LR cal., 4.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, windage adjustable rear sight, with one Colt Woodsman ''Cal.22 L.R.'' marked magazine. Box is numbered to pistol and also includes original test target and instructions. Mfg'd 1935. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue, with losses at high edges and at muzzle. Grips with just moderate flattening. Good action, bright bore. Box retains all three labels, with top label mentioning the new mainspring housing adapting this pistol to fire both standard and high velocity loads. Box with water damage to corners of lid, but solid overall. Instructions and test target have some oil staining but very minor. Est.: $800-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1903 Pkt Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #390401, .32 ACP cal., 3.75'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips, no mag. In original box pencil numbered to match with instructions. Mfg'd 1917. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% factory blue, with light thinning to top of left slide edge. Very strong front strap and grip safety. Grips and action are crisp, bore is excellent. Pistol shows very little use. A great little pistol in need of the correct magazine. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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Smith Wesson Model 1913 Semi-Auto Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 1913 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #4290, .35 S&W Auto cal., 3.5'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips with gold medallions, and one factory magazine. In original factory green box with instructions and associated paperwork. Considered scarce with approx. 7500 mfg'd between 1913 and 1921. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 97% original factory blue, with the only real losses as discoloration to the backstrap. Grips with approx. four mild impressions to left panel, and one 1.75'' vertical pressure mark to right panel. Action is good, bore is bright. Early 1920s multi-colored pamphlet is excellent, with one line of text crossed out on the topic of Safety Devices, possibly done at the factory to accommodate late mfg'd pistolsbut still using early pamphlets. Box remains tight, end label with small losses, but overall near excellent. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model 34 (Model of 1953 22/32 Kit Gun)
Smith & Wesson Model 34 (Model of 1953 22/32 Kit Gun), #36954, .22 LR cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, with diamond checkered factory walnut round butt grips with bright S&W medallions, standard front and factory adjustable rear sights, with pinned barrel and semi-flat cylinder release latch. Mfg'd 1957. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 94% factory blue with thinning at muzzle and sides of barrel, with slightly pronounced index mark to cylinder. Front and back straps with 80% thinning and slightly toning blue. Grips show just light wear. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model 19-3 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Double Action Revolver, #K849470, .357 mag. cal., 4'' pre-81 pinned barrel, blue finish, factory checkered S&W walnut grips with S&W medallions, red ramp front and aftermarket Millet rear adjustable sight (original white outline rear sight is included), standard checkered hammer and serrated trigger. In period correct S&W box with mismatched end label, sight adjustment tool, and instructions. Mfg'd 1969. Condition is excellent showing just the lightest range use. Grips and action are crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver
Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver, #85529, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered target grips with bright medallions. As shipped to Olympic Wholesale Sporting Goods, LA, Calif., Dec. 1, 1967, five guns in shipment, with factory letter verifying all features, except grips which are not listed. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98% lightly thinning blue at muzzle. Crisp grips and action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Shooting Master Double Action Revolver
Colt Shooting Master Double Action Revolver, #339226, .45 Colt cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, Pachmayr checkered black rubber grips, elevation adjustable Patridge front blade and windage adjustable rear sight. Mfg'd 1935. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning blue, mostly to barrel and cylinder. Bright sides of hammer have darkened somewhat. Grips are excellent. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Remington Model 51 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Remington Model 51 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #PA48081, .380 cal., 3.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory Remington-UMC marked black plastic grips, with one factory magazine. Mfg'd late 1920s to early 1930s. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% factory blue with some thinning at muzzle and very light highpoint edgewear. Grip safety has toned. Front strap has toned to approx. 70%. Grips remain crisp. Action is good, bore is bright. Est.: $600-$800 (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Pre-Series 70 National Match Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt Pre-Series 70 National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol, #23967-NM, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, standard front and factory Elliason adjustable rear sight, with one correct magazine. Mfg'd 1967. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue. As with this era ''NM'' pistol, the slide is a slightly plum tone. Thinning at high edges and in actioning areas. Grips have darkened with some slight flattening to checks. Action is good, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Post-War Super 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Post-War Super 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #187378, .38 Super cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, aftermarket double skipline checkered hardwood grips, with one correct Colt Super 38 Auto marked magazine, in non-matching slightly later two-piece telescoping Colt box. Mfg'd 1967. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ original factory blue, with some small scuffs to forward edges of frame and in actioning areas. Grips and action are excellent, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Pre-Model 27 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 27 Double Action Revolver, #S159163, .357 mag cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, later factory checkered walnut grips with bright S&W medallions, bright bead Patridge front and factory adjustable rear sights, making for a great sight picture that was a favorite of many of the old-time shooters. Mfg'd 1956. Condition is fine retaining approx. 90% factory blue, with muzzle and highpoint wear as well as wear to forward edges of cylinder. A trigger shoe has been added which serves this revolver well. Later grips are mostly crisp showing light use. Good action, bright bore. Overall with field use and holster wear but mechanically excellent and broken in just right. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Pre-Model 17 K-22 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 17 K-22 Double Action Revolver, #K171396, .22 LR cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, diamond checkered factory walnut grips with bright S&W medallions, standard front and factory adjustable rear sights, with pinned barrel. Mfg'd 1952. In later unlabeled Bangor Punta era blue box with a photo-copied set of Model 17 instructions. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 94% factory blue with thinning at muzzle. Grips are crisp, appearing as new. Good action, bright bore. Very good, but later box. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW .44 Mag. Pre-Model 29 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson .44 Magnum Pre-Model 29 Double Action Revolver, #S180800, .44 mag. cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered diamond center Goncalo Alves wood grips, red ramp front sight and micrometer click white outline fully adjustable rear sight, color case hardened target hammer and target trigger. Mfg'd ca. 1957-1958. Included is a later S&W wood presentation case with blue plastic inserts, cleaning accessories, and screwdriver. Condition is fine retaining approx. 95% factory blue, with light muzzle wear and rub marks to the barrel; factory lettering is clear. Grips are very good, right grip with a few small chips to the bottom edge; the smooth outer section of both grips appear to have been refinished; checkering is sharp and unmarred. Hammer and trigger retain a majority of their vibrant case colors. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Wood case is very good, exterior shows light storage type wear; interior bottom panel is cracked and shows some wear to the blue flock lining. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Pre-Model 29 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 29 Double Action Revolver, #S160186, .44 mag. cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, later factory target checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, target trigger, target hammer, with six-groove backstrap and 5-screw frame. Mfg'd 1956. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 94% lightly thinning blue with most of the losses at muzzle. Visible index line to cylinder and overall thinning from field use and holster wear. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Officer's Model Double Action Revolver
Colt Officer's Model Double Action Revolver, #23532, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with bright medallions, elevation adjustable front and windage adjustable rear sight, with added trigger shoe. Modified to be single action only. Mfg'd 1941. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% original factory blue, with very light marks to cylinder and near muzzle. Grips are crisp. Target trigger is super light, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Post-War Colt Officer's Model Match Revolver
Post-War Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver, #65682, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with bright medallions, and factory adjustable sights. Mfg'd 1952-53. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue, with thinning to high edges, as well as minor thinning at muzzle. Grips remain crisp and appear near new. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Pre-Model 19 Combat Magnum Revolver
Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 19 Combat Magnum Double Action Revolver, #K264865, .357 mag. cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, checkered large diamond center target grips with S&W medallions, standard ramp front and click adjustable rear sight, offset checkered hammer spur (sometimes referred to as a cockeyed hammer or a Roper's style hammer), with added trigger shoe to thin serrated trigger and counter-bored cylinder. Mfg'd 1955, first year of production. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% lightly thinning blue, with most of the wear at the muzzle, with thin index line to cylinder. Side of hammer and trigger have been polished, indicating some smoothing to action. Grips show light impressions and small marks at butt edge of right panel. Bright bore. Includes period correct black basketweave holster. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)(Don Koll collection)
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Modified Colt Mid-Range National Match Pistol
Modified Colt Mid-Range National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol, #252-MR, .38 Spec. Mid-Range Wadcutter cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, and two factory magazines. Pistol features a Bomar style rib with adjustable sights, fitted barrel bushing, and modified Match trigger. Round mainspring housing features lanyard loop. Mfg'd 1960. Condition is fine as modified retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning blue. Grips with oil darkening and moderate flattening. Front strap, mainspring housing and grip safety have thinned to approx. 60% of their original finish. Good action, crisp trigger, bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model 52 Semi-Auto Target Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 52 Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #54080, .38 Spec. Mid-Range Wadcutter cal., 5'' barrel, bright blue finish, factory checkered wood grips with silver S&W medallions. Sights include a Patridge front and square-notched rear that is adjustable for both windage and elevation, with one original S&W magazine. Approx. 98% of the original high polish blue finish remains and metal surfaces are in excellent overall condition. A few small scratches to the right front edge of the slide and minor handling marks on the front gripstrap account for most of the finish loss. Right grip is excellent and shows minimal handling wear with sharp unmarred checkering; left grip with a few shallow impressions and tiny dulled points on the checkering, front edge with mild thinning to the finish. Smooth action, bright bore rates excellent. Approx. 3,500 ''no-dash'' Model 52 pistols were mfg'd 1961-1963. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver
Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver, #86468, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with silver Colt medallions, serrated trigger, checkered hammer, Patridge front sight and fully adjustable square-notched rear sight. Mfg'd 1967. Included is a original one-piece Colt wood grain box with two-piece Styrofoam insert; box is not original to the gun and the end label has been modified to match. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 95% factory blue, with scattered light scratching and finish wear at the muzzle and trigger guard; cylinder with a moderate index line. Factory lettering is crisp. Grips are very good with intermittent shallow indentations from handling; finish and checkering with some light edgewear. Action is really smooth; bore is clean with excellent rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model 48 K-22 MRF Masterpiece Revolver
First Year Production Smith & Wesson Model 48 K-22 MRF Masterpiece Double Action Revolver, #K385665, 4-screw frame, .22 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' pinned barrel, blue finish, factory checkered Goncalo Alves target grips with S&W medallions, Patridge front sight, square-notched rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation, color case hardened target hammer and target trigger. Mfg'd 1959. Condition is very good retaining approx. 92% original factory blue finish, with light wear primarily at the muzzle, cylinder, and edge of trigger guard; factory lettering is clear and defined and has been highlighted in gold, some of which has spilled over onto the butt of the gun; frame and barrel with general light handling marks and slight micro-scratching. Grips show very minimal signs of handling; back edge of the right grip is considerably lighter in color. Hammer and trigger retain approx. 99% vibrant case colors. Action is smooth; bore is clean and in excellent overall condition. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Cobra 1st Issue Double Action Revolver
Colt Cobra 1st Issue Double Action Revolver, #B83566, .22 LR cal., 3'' barrel, blue finish, alloy frame, factory checkered walnut grips with post-war bright Colt medallions. Mfg'd 1972, the last year of the 1st issue revolvers, as evidenced by lack of ejector rod shroud. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ original factory finish. Grips are excellent. Bright sides of hammer with only minimal carbon spotting. Near imperceptible index mark to cylinder. Crisp action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt MK IV Series 70 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt MK IV Series 70 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #14060B70, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, electroless nickel trigger, factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, and one factory magazine. Mfg'd mid-1970s. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% blue, with most of the losses at high edges and forward portion of slide. Grips are crisp. Action is good, bore is bright. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model 52-2 Semi-Auto Target Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 52-2 Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #A488171, .38 Spec. Mid-Range Wadcutter cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered mahogany grips with S&W medallions, factory adjustable rear and ramp Patridge front sight, with one S&W factory magazine. In 1971 an improved version of the Model 52 was introduced with a more efficient extractor system. This model also features an adjustable trigger stop and serrated hammer. In original two-piece Bangor Punta era box that is hand numbered to the gun. Mfg'd 1978-1979. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% original finish. Grips and action are crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 48-4 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 48-4 Double Action Revolver, #80K0424, .22 mag. cal., 6'' pre-1981 pinned barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, Patridge front and adjustable rear sight, standard checkered hammer and serrated trigger. Mfg'd 1980. Condition is excellent showing very little use, retaining approx. 98%+ original finish, with a near imperceptible index mark to rear of cylinder. Very light varnish loss to butt edge of grips. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Post-War Colt .22 Conversion Kit
Post-War Colt .22 Conversion Kit for Gov't Model, 5'' Service Model Ace type barrel with floating chamber, ejector, magazine, recoil spring and guide tube, as well as slide release, all in correct brown cardboard box with green-on-gold label that reads ''Colt .22 Conversion Unit''. Condition is fine retaining approx. 94% thinning blue with minor scratches. Box with tape repairs overall; partitions are present but loose. Est.: $500-$750.
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Colt Nat'l Match Mid-Range Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt National Match Mid-Range Semi-Automatic Pistol, #2911-MR, .38 Spec. Mid-Range Wadcutter cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, fixed blade front sight and square-notched fully adjustable rear sight, skeletonized adjustable trigger, with one original Colt magazine marked on base ''COLT .38 SPEC.'' In the original two-piece wood grain box with matching end label; bottom of box is hand numbered in black marker and matches the pistol. Mfg'd 1961. Condition is excellent, approx. 98%+ factory metal finish remains, with minor losses to the grip safety and a few slight handling marks to slide. Slide markings and other factory lettering is clear. Grip checkering is sharp, medallions are clean; screw head slots are straight. Action is very smooth, bore is excellent. Box is good and shows age and storage type wear, one of the corners is split, and a name is lightly written on the lid; end label is clear and is starting to become separated from right side of box. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Saginaw M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Saginaw M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #3246724, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, flat bolt, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight, reproduction sling and oiler, and a U.S.G.I. 15-rd. magazine marked on spine ''KSG''. Receiver tang marked ''SAGINAW SG''; Winchester made barrel is marked ''W''; chamber is marked ''U.S.CARBINE CAL..30 M1''. Pistol-grip stock is stamped with a ''7'' rack number. Includes a CMP Certificate of Authenticity. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 80% finish. Wood is very good with light handling marks and darkening to the handguard. Action is smooth, bright bore has good rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #409195, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, flat bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protectors and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight, with sling and oiler. Includes a U.S.G.I. 15-rd. magazine marked on spine ''R-Q''. Marked on receiver tang ''INLAND DIV.'', and on receiver ring ''U.S.CARBINE CAL. 30 M1''. Barrel behind front sight is marked ''UNDERWOOD/4-44/(flaming bomb''. There is a ''P'' firing proof on the underside of the stock wrist. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% finish. Wood is dark overall and the stock has a chip below the operating rod, with other light handling marks. Wood and metal have both been covered with an oil-type finish that has now darkened and bubbled in places. Action is smooth; bore has a couple of dark spots that may clean better, otherwise very good with very good rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #1555278, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protective ears, adjustable aperture rear sight, with USGI cotton sling, cleaning case and grease. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY''. Faint ''Circle P'' firing proof stamped on underside of stock wrist. Right side of barrel is marked ''HRA 6-52''. Bolt, trigger housing, and hammer marked ''SA''. Operating rod marked ''IHC''. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% finish. showing a mottled color to the bolt and the buttplate bright. A painted rack number has been removed from the bottom of the pistol grip. Stock shows numerous recent impact marks to the comb area and left side of buttstock, otherwise the wood is very good with an even color. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. The U.S. M1942 bayonet is 20.3'' OAL and marked on left side ricasso ''SA/(flaming bomb)/1908'', and on right side ''US 278662''. Condition overall is good with the metal retaining less than 50% of its finish. Back edge of blade shows numerous impact marks and the sharpened edge has several nicks. Grips are good with some flattening and the latch operates smoothly. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)
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Springfield Model of 1922 M I(I) Bolt Action Rifle
Springfield Model of 1922 M I(I) Bolt Action Rifle, #2850B, .22 LR cal., 24'' Springfield barrel dated 10-25, parkerized finish, bright matching numbered bolt, cartouched pistol-grip walnut three-quarter stock with boxed ''SA/F'', checkered steel buttplate, with two (2) Springfield magazines (one blue and one parkerized), extra rear sight aperture, and WWII era front sight protector. Condition is near excellent. Parkerized finish shows some general overall thinning. Blue bolt head retains approx. 85%-90% finish. Stock has been lightly sanded with several additional coats of linseed oil. Crisp action, bright bore. Somewhat expensive when new, listing for $46.00 plus shipping and handling in the early 1930s. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Venezuelan Model FN-49 Semi-Automatic Rifle
Venezuelan Model FN-49 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #7305, 7x57mm cal., 23.2'' barrel, black-painted finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight, with tan leather Dutch sling. Marked on receiver ring with Venezuelan crest, and on right side ''FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE-HERSTAL BELGIQUE''. Right side buttstock roundel stamped ''FUERZAS ARMADAS VENEZUELA'' . Matching number on receiver cover. Muzzle device removed. Condition overall is excellent with over 95% finish remaining on the metal, showing scratches on the magazine. Wood is excellent with a few very light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)
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German Kar 98k Mauser Bolt Action Rifle
German Kar 98k Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, #9498p, 8x57mm cal., 23.6'' barrel, blued finish, laminated stock with cupped buttplate, blade front sight with hood and adjustable tangent rear sight, and cleaning rod. Marked on top of receiver ring ''ce/44'', and on right side ''Eagle 280''. ''Mod.98'' on left side receiver rail. Faint ''H'' stamp on right side of buttstock. Matching numbers. Condition overall is about fine with over 90% finish remaining on the metal, showing patina on the front band and buttplate. There are several delaminating cracks on both sides of the buttstock and a rough area at the left side of the receiver, otherwise wood is very good with a few old and newer handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Persian Model 1930 Mauser Bolt Action Carbine
Persian Model 1930 Mauser Bolt Action Carbine, NVSN, 8x57mm, 18.2'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protectors and adjustable tangent rear sight, with cleaning rod. Marked on left side with Farsi script and on top of receiver ring with crowned Iranian crest. Mismatched Farsi numbers on rear of bolt handle. Barrel and front band show a 2'' area of battering and impact marks across the surface. Condition overall is very good with approx. 80% finish remaining on the metal. showing flaking and patina on the receiver ring and patina on the cleaned buttplate. Wood is good with gouges and scratches across the surface. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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WWII German Walther P.38 Semi-Automatic Pistol
WWII German Walther P.38 ac-44 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #3707d, 9mm cal., 4-7/8'' barrel, blued finish, correct grooved dark brown composite grips, standard sights, with one magazine marked with ''P38v'' and one ''(eagle)359'' proof. All visible numbers are matching on slide, barrel, and frame. Two ''(eagle)359'' and one ''eagle'' firing proof on right side of slide, one ''(eagle)359'' proof next to serial number on frame, and on left side of barrel. Condition is very fine overall, retaining approx. 97%-99% of its original, typical late-war rough machined finish. The slide, barrel, magazine, and small parts being a dark blue, with the frame having a dark plum color. Grips show some scratches and minor dings to the ridges on both sides. Excellent action, bright bore with sharp rifling. Magazine has a couple of light scratches to the base. Crisp markings throughout. Est.: $800-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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1906 Royal Portuguese Navy Luger, by DWM
1906 Royal Portuguese Navy Luger, by DWM, #1858, .30 Luger cal., 4.75'' barrel, blue finish, straw small parts, factory checkered walnut grips, with one nickel-plated wood based magazine with Portuguese Navy proof mark. In brown leather holster. Pistol features ''(crown)/M2'' to chamber area, DWM to toggle link, lower portion of safety is polished bright, extractor marked ''Carregada'', with Portuguese Navy proof mark to forward left side of upper receiver. Mfg'd 1909. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 92% thinning rust blue finish, with light wear of muzzle and highpoints of sideplate. Front and back strap have toned and still retain approx. 60% blue. Grips with light to just moderate flattening to checks, with small divot to right panel from holster stud. Good action, very good bore. Holster with moderate even wear and retaining approx. 80% of its black finish over brown leather; pull strap, combo tool and cleaning rod are missing. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)
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American Eagle Model 1906 Luger
American Eagle Model 1906 Luger, #27297, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue finish, straw blue small parts, factory checkered walnut grips, with one tin-plated walnut based unmarked magazine. American Eagle to chamber and ''DWM'' to central toggle link. Grooved thumb safety, lower position on frame is polished bright, and ''loaded'' marked extractor. ''Germany'' stamped just below serial number on forward of frame. All matching visible serial numbers. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning rust blue, with high and forward edgewear, thinning to sideplate and gripstrap. Walnut grips with scuffs and scratches and a small loss just below thumb safety. Good action and bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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WF Bern M.1929 Swiss Military Luger
W&F Bern M.1929 Swiss Military Luger, #63175. 7.65mm Luger cal., blued finish, 4.75'' barrel, matching numbers, grip safety, brown checkered plastic grips, correct nickel-plated magazine with brown plastic base. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 90% finish overall, showing only minor holster wear on the high edges, and crisp markings throughout. Muzzle has just the slightest finish wear to the sides; front and rear of frame have slight losses on the sharp edges, sideplate has wear to the high ridge, and tip of safety lever has slight wear. Gripstraps are strong showing almost no wear; grip safety and right grip screw have losses to the finish. Action functions properly, bore is excellent and bright with strong rifling. Magazine is excellent with one small ding and scuffing. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Remington M1903 Bolt Action Rifle
Remington M1903 Bolt Action Rifle, with bayonet, #3104021, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight, with U.S. M1907 leather sling. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S.REMINGTON MODEL 1903'', and on barrel behind front sight ''RA(flaming bomb)12-41''. There is a faint boxed ''FJA'' cartouche on left side of stock wrist. Condition overall is very good with over 90% finish remaining on the metal. Buttstock has a dowel repair through the wrist, otherwise the wood is very good with an added stain finish applied, showing old and new handling marks and scratches. Action is smooth, bore is good with wear to the rifling. No visible import marks. U.S. M1905 bayonet is marked on left side ricasso ''SA/(flaming bomb)/1918'', and on right side ''US 974040''. Condition overall is very good with no damage to the blade but shows old patina spots and overall darkening; wooden grips are good with a few chips missing; latch operates smoothly. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Smith-Corona M.1903-A3 Bolt Action Rifle
Smith-Corona M.1903-A3 Bolt Action Rifle, #4724385, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight, with U.S. M1907 sling. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S. SMITH-CORONA MODEL 03-A3'', and on barrel behind front sight ''SC/(flaming bomb)/6 43''. Left side of stock is stamped ''RA-P'' at the wrist and with a boxed ''O.G'' on left side of buttstock. There is a ''P'' firing proof on the underside of the wrist. Condition overall is very good with over 95% finish remaining on the metal, with rust spots on the bolt. There are repaired cracks on the underside of the forend forward of the magazine and an open knot on the handguard, otherwise the wood is very good showing an even dark color. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R)
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Johnson Model of 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle
Johnson Model of 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #B6925, .30-06 cal., 22'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on top of chamber ''CAL.30-06 SEMI-AUTO ''JOHNSON AUTOMATICS'' MODEL OF 1941 MADE IN PROVIDENCE R.I. U.S.A.''. Right side of receiver is marked with a star over ''CRANSTON ARMS CO'' within an inverted triangle. Number on bolt is mismatched (B9621). Condition overall is fine with approx. 95% finish remaining on the metal, showing light surface wear mostly to the exposed high edges of the metal. There is also light surface frosting to the drum magazine and light scratches to the rear sight. Wood is very good with a chip at the tang, old dents and scratches, and overall darkening. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good with very good rifling. Drum magazine and follower appear to operate smoothly. No visible import marks. Bayonet is marked with an ''08'' on top of muzzle ring. Condition to the bayonet overall is good, with most of the finish worn from the point area and an overall patina to the metal surfaces. The tip has a small dent and the latch operates smoothly. Scabbard is near excellent with soft pliable leather, showing scuffs and darkening. Est.: $4,000-$6,000. (C&R)
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Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #1000, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, flat bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and two-position flip rear sight, with one reproduction 30-rd. magazine marked on spine ''M2''. Marked on receiver tang ''INLAND DIV'', and on barrel behind front sight ''INLAND MFG.DIV. GENERAL MOTORS 6-42''. Chamber is marked ''U.S.CARBINE CAL..30 M1''. The early ''I''-cut stock has an Ordnance Dept. ''flaming bomb'' stamped in the sling slot. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% finish, showing light patina spots on the barrel. Wood has recent scratches across the left side buttstock and forend, otherwise very good, with handling marks and darkness at the wrist. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. No visible import marks. Unique and desirable serial number. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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HR M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
H&R M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #5584531, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 H & R ARMS CO. Right side of barrel is marked ''HRA'' and''3-55''. Bolt, trigger housing and hammer marked ''HRA''. There is a Defense Dept. cartouche on left side of stock and a ''Circle P'' firing proof on underside of wrist. Condition overall is near excellent with approx. 95% finish remaining on metal surfaces, but shows rust spots on the metal of the front handguard. Wood is very good, with darkening and areas where the finish has bubbled and dried on the surface; there are also dents and scratches present. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)
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Springfield M1922 MI Bolt Action Rifle
Springfield M1922 MI Bolt Action Rifle, #19060, .22 LR cal., 24'' Springfield barrel dated 5-42, parkerized finish, polished matching numbered bolt, cartouched walnut stock, with one factory magazine. Lyman rear and globe front sight. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 96% somewhat thinning WWII era replacement barrel, slightly darker receiver and trigger guard, with most of the losses to the magazine floorplate. Stock is cartouched ''SA/O'' to left cheek area, with scuffs, scratches and oil darkening, as well as an area to left side above rear sling swivel with deeper scuffs and scratches. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Swiss Model 1911 Schmidt Rubin Straight-Pull Rifle
Swiss Model 1911 Schmidt Rubin Straight-Pull Rifle, #444542, 7.5x55mm cal., 31'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight and adjustable tangent rear sight. Also fitted with an additional diopter rear sight marked ''ANSCHUTZ'' mounted on an attached rail marked ''MADE IN WEST GERMANY''. The extra front sight is a target tunnel type that is clamped to the barrel. Marked on receiver ring and right side of buttstock with Swiss cross. Matching numbers. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining over 90% finish. Handguard has two arsenal repairs, otherwise wood is very good showing darkening around the action and light overall handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. Importer engraved on left side of receiver. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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WWII Nazi Proofed Bel. Browning Hi-Power Pistol
WWII Nazi-Proofed Belgium Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #205672, 9mm cal., 4.75'' barrel, blued finish, checkered wood grips, standard fixed sights, one magazine converted to hold 10 rounds only. Barrel, frame, and slide with matching numbers. Slide marked ''FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE'', ''HERSTAL BELGIQUE'', ''BROWNING'S PATENT DEPOSE''. There is an ''eagle'' firing proof on the barrel, and ''eagle'' firing proof with ''(Waa eagle) 140'' on the right side of the frame and slide. Additionally, there is an ''MP'' stamped on the front left side of the trigger guard. Condition is fair overall retaining approx. 60%-70% original finish, with thinning to the bluing on the front and rear gripstraps, wear to the edges of the frame, slide, and small parts; holster wear near front of slide, and a few light scratches on the slide and frame. Thinning of the bluing on top of slide. The bore shows a frosting of light pitting throughout with some wear to the rifling lands. Wood grips show wear, scuffs, and scratches, and a tight 1'' crack to the lower part of the right grip. Magazine body has a dull phosphate finish, a newer blued base plate, and a plastic follower; magazine has been converted to hold only 10 rounds. Action functions well. Markings are clear. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Finnish Lahti M35 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Finnish Lahti M35 Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Valmet, #8480, 9mm, 4.7'' barrel, blue finish, ''VKT'' marked brown checkered plastic grips, with one original magazine. Top of pistol marked with Valmet script over L-35. Designed to function in extreme cold with a reputation for reliability. This pistol appears to be one of the scarce post-war assembled models. Condition is excellent with matching numbered frame and upper receiver, retaining approx. 96%+ original lightly thinning blue. Small scratch to ejector, strong front and back strap. Grips and action are crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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Walther P.38 AC-41 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Walther P.38 AC-41 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #9245a, 9 x19mm cal., double action, 4-7/8'' barrel, early high polish correct factory bluing, all small parts are marked with the ''(eagle)/359'' waffenampt, matching numbers on frame, slide, barrel, and action wedge block; dark brown Bakelite grips, with unnumbered P.38 magazine with two ''(eagle)/359'' waffenampts. These AC-41 and earlier Walther made P.38s were beautifully finished and marked profusely, as the war had not hampered production efforts. Most of them went to the Eastern Front, so they do show use, sometimes heavy use. This example shows some age and wear commensurate with light use in battle, but is still a fine example of a wartime P.38. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 80%-85% original finish overall. There is some holster wear to the muzzle area of the barrel with a couple of spots of light rust pitting, mainly on left side of barrel. Slide shows high edgewear on the sides, with numerous light scratches and thinning on the right side, slight pitting on the left side rear near the slide finger grooves, and high edgewear to the safety lever. Stamped cover over the firing pin shows wear to the finish at the rear. Trigger guard shows some holster wear on the sharp edges. Front gripstrap is very strong showing only some pinprick losses to the finish. Sction functions properly, bore is mirror bright with strong lands and grooves. Grip panels are excellent, showing just the slightest use and light wear. Magazine shows most of its dull blued finish with a few light scratches, and has a polished blued floorplate. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Post-War Walther PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol
Post-War Walther PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol, #122605, .380 cal., 3.25'' barrel, blue finish, wraparound checkered Walther Banner brown plastic grips, with one black based finger-groove magazine. Barrel with 1967 dated proof mark. Left side of frame marked ''Made in West Germany'' just below magazine release. Condition is excellent, appearing near new. Grips and action are excellent, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Soviet SVT40 Semi-Automatic Rifle
Soviet SVT40 Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #BM826, 7.62x54R cal., 24.6'' barrel, blued finish, arctic birch stock, no front sight, djustable tangent rear sight, with cleaning rod and Soviet sling. Marked on chamber flat with the symbol for the Izhevsk arsenal over ''1941r'' and an over stamped refurbishment mark. Missing front muzzle /front sight/ bayonet lug assembly. Matching numbers except magazine. Condition overall is fine with over 95% finish remaining on the metal. Wood shows light scratches and some fading to the shellac finish. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. No visible import marks. Bayonet is 14.25'' OAL , has very good wooden grips, and is stamped with Soviet inspection stamps on the ricasso; ''6078'' is stamped on left side grip. Condition to bayonet overall is very good with patina stains around the tip of the lightly sharpened blade; latch operates smoothly. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Venezuelan FN-49 Semi-Automatic Rifle
Venezuelan FN-49 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #6442, 7x57mm cal., 24.75'' barrel, blackened finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable sliding leaf rear sight. Marked on receiver ring with Venezuelan crest, and on right side of receiver with ''FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE_HERSTAL BELGIQUE''. Sharp right side stock cartouche stamped ''FUERZAS ARMADAS VENEZUELA''. Matching numbers on receiver cover. Condition overall is very good, with approx. 90% finish remaining on the blackened finish showing some spots of rust patina on the barrel and muzzlebrake, and a couple of small dents on the magazine case. Wood is good with an even color and overall dents and scratches. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent with sharp rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,400. (C&R)
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German G43 Semi-Automatic Rifle
German G43 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #5020, 8x57mm cal., 21.5'' barrel, blued/black-painted finish, laminated stock with cupped buttplate, blade front sight with attached hood, adjustable tangent rear sight, cleaning rod and post-war leather sling. Marked on left side of receiver ''Eagle 214''/G43/duv44''. There is also an added post-war capture ''X'' stamp and an East German ''Sunburst'' proof mark on left side of receiver. ''gcb/K43'' marked on left side of black-painted magazine. Matching numbers including East German re-numbered electric pencil engraved front sling band and receiver cover. The serial number is also stamped on the underside of the buttstock. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining over 90% finish. showing an area of hand filing to the top of the receiver cover. The handguard is a replacement. Stock has a crack on the right side forward of the scope rail, otherwise very good with added varnish finish over old handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (C&R)
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Czech VZ 52/57 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Czech VZ 52/57 Semi-Automatic Carbine, with folding bayonet, #AZ38173, 7.62x39mm cal., 20.5'' barrel, parkerized/black-painted finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight without hood and adjustable leaf rear sight, with a Czech military sling and one 10-rd. magazine. Marked on right side of chamber ''Vz 52/57'', left side marked ''she/57''. Mismatched number on buttstock. Condition overall is very good with approx. 95% finish remaining on the metal, showing patina on the toe of the buttplate and scratches on the painted receiver cover and handguard. Wood is very good with added varnish applied showing an area of scratches at the toe. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. Bayonet is excellent and operates smoothly. Import stamped on right side of barrel. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)
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Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #909078, .45 ACP cal., 5'' blue WWII Colt marked barrel, parkerized finish, small ring brown checkered Keyes fibre grips, with one WWII ''S'' marked contract magazine. ''GHD'' inspector marked below slide release. Early war checkered milled trigger. Mfg'd 1943. Condition is fine as most likely re-parkerized post-WWII, approx. 90% GI finish remains. Grips with just light flattening. Good action, bore is fine. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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U.S. Navy mkd Colt 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol
U.S. Navy marked Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #39522, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, non-factory blue finish, diamond checkered walnut grips, with one early lanyard loop two-tone magazine. Right side of slide marked ''Model of 1911 U.S. Navy''. Barrel is only marked with ''S'' just forward the link. Shipped to the U.S. Navy Yard, Brooklyn, Aug. 8, 1913. Condition is excellent as refinished, with a nicely accomplished later blue. Grips with moderate flattening to checks and show evidence of refinishing as well. Action is good, later barrel is excellent. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)
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Liberator FP-45 Single Shot Pistol
Liberator FP-45 Single Shot Pistol, NVSN, .45 ACP cal., 4'' barrel, finished in the white, with comic strip instructions in butt trap. Mfg'd in a six-week period by the Guide Lamp Division of General Motors between June 1942 and August 1942 with over 1,000,000 produced. Designed to be mass dropped behind enemy lines to resistance fighters in occupied territory. Condition is excellent with nice bright non-pitted metal surfaces. Good functioning action, smooth bore is excellent. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Springfield M1D Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Springfield M1D Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, with M84 scope and bayonet, #2530412, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears, adjustable aperture rear sight, with USGI nylon sling. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY'', and on left side of barrel ''S-A-6-52''. Bolt, operating rod, trigger housing, and hammer all marked ''SA''. Faint ''BA'' stamped on left side of buttstock. Spliced wood repair on each side of magazine well and toe of buttstock. Condition overall is very good as re-conditioned, with the metal retaining almost all of its re-parkerized finish. Wood has been sanded and oiled and shows a few light handling marks to the surface. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Scope is marked ''TELESCOPE M84 SERIAL NO.43056'' and is in very good condition. Both adjustment knobs turn freely and optics are clear. There is no rubber eye piece. Mount appears to be a reproduction and is in excellent condition. The U.S.M1905 bayonet is 20.3'' OAL and is marked on left side ricasso ''U.F.H. U/(flaming bomb)/S 1943''. Condition overall is good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 10% finish, showing the sharpened blade cleaned bright and two significant nicks to the edge. Handles are worn and the latch operates smoothly. Est.: $1,600-$2,200. (C&R)
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Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #2081196, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight, with green cotton military sling. Marked on receiver tang: ''U.S. RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY''. There are no markings on the stock. Right side of barrel is marked ''S-A-3-47''. Stock is marked ''BOYDS'' in barrel channel. Bolt, trigger housing, hammer, and operating rod are all marked ''SA''. Condition overall is near excellent as restored, with metal surfaces retaining over 95% refinish, showing a cleaned area and several spots on the receiver. Stock and handguards are newly-made replacements and are in excellent condition, with a few handling marks to the buttstock. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Es.t: $1,000-$1,400. (C&R)
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Remington Model 1903-A4 Bolt Action Rifle
U.S. Remington Model 1903-A4 Bolt Action Rifle, with M84 scope and bayonet, #4996863, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock with checkered buttplate, and Model 1907 leather sling with partially visible inspector's marks. No fixed sights. Correctly marked on far left side of receiver ''U.S.REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3/bisected by scope mount/4996863''. Barrel behind front sight dovetail is marked ''RA(flaming bomb)12-43''. There is a ''Circle P'' firing proof on the inside wrist of the type ''C'' stock. Stamped upper band and stacking hook. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining close to 95% finish, showing areas of patina on the buttplate. Wood is very good with light scratches to the finish. There is a small closed crack behind the rear sling swivel bracket. Action is smooth, bright two-groove barrel is excellent. No visible import marks. Scope is marked ''TELESCOPE M84 SERIAL NO 6705''. Scope condition overall is very good with scratches and thinning to the finish. There is a small dent at the end of the tube that does not affect the eyepiece. Both adjustment screws turn freely and the eyepiece is soft and pliable. Optics are clear and sharp. The U.S. Model 1905 bayonet is marked on left side ricasso ''RIA/(flaming bomb)/1917'', and on right side ''US 298747''. Bayonet condition overall is very good with a dent to the back and light scratches to the sharpened edge. There is a crack and repair to the right side grip; latch operates smoothly. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (C&R)
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Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #880469, .45 ACP cal., 5'' blue WWII Colt marked barrel, parkerized finish, large ring brown checkered Colt plastic grips, with one WWII ''C-L'' marked contract magazine. ''GHD'' inspector marked below slide release. Early war checkered milled trigger. Mfg'd 1943. Condition is fine as most likely re-parkerized post-WWII, approx. 90% GI finish remains. Grips with just light flattening. Good action, bore is about fine with some mild corrosion to top of lands, most of which should clean. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #198519, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, parkerized finish, small ring brown Keyes fiber grips, with one WWII ''C-L'' marked magazine. Mfg'd 1917, later overhauled by the Augusta Arsenal and marked ''AA'' just above left trigger guard bow. All WWI era parts are retained, except WWII grips and High Standard blue barrel. Condition is excellent as overhauled, retaining approx. 97% WWII era parkerized finish. Grips show as new. Good functioning action, bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)
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Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle
Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #3585868, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight, with U.S.G.I. green cotton sling. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S. RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY''. There are no markings on the stock. Right side of barrel is marked ''S-A-3-45''. Bolt, trigger housing, hammer, and operating rod are all marked ''SA''. Condition overall is very good, with metal surfaces retaining approx. 95% of its re-parkerized finish. There is a closed crack on the inside of the stock below the barrel channel, not visible on the outside; wood is very good otherwise, with an applied oil finish over a few old bruises and handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (C&R)
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Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Auto Rifle
Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, with bayonet, #3711311, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture rear sight, with green cotton USGI sling ink stamped ''S.M.1944''. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S. RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY''. Left side of stock has boxed ''SA/GAW'' stamp forward of a U.S. Ordnance Dept. ''Wheel'' cartouche. There is a ''Circle P'' firing proof on the underside of the wrist. Right side of barrel is stamped ''SA 4 45''. Bolt, trigger housing, hammer, and operating rod are all marked ''SA''. Small painted rack number on comb of buttstock and partially removed from pistol grip. Condition overall is close to fine with approx. 90% finish remaining on the metal. Wood is fine with mostly light handling marks and an even color. Action is smooth, bright bore is close to excellent. No visible import marks. Bayonet is a U.S. M1 as modified for use by the South Korean military by removing markings and reshaping blade into an M7 configuration; scabbard is a U.S. M8A1 in good condition. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Saginaw M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Saginaw M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #3485809, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' barrel, parkerized finish, flat bolt, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight. Includes one U.S.G.I. 15-rd. magazine marked on spine ''WEP'', and a CMP Certificate of Authenticity. Marked on receiver tang ''SAGINAW SG'', and on chamber ''U.S. CARBINE CAL.30 M1''. Barrel behind front sight is marked ''SAGINAW S.G.DIV.GENERAL MOTORS''. Stock is an Italian made replacement and is stamped on left side with a boxed ''Star/FAT/72'' cartouche. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 95% finish. Wood is very good showing overall scratches, handling marks, and darkening. Action is smooth, bright bore has good rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $900-$1,200. (C&R)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Auto Rifle
Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, #472755, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and early adjustable locking bar rear sight. Marked on receiver tang ''U.S.RIFLE CAL..30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY''. Left side of stock is stamped with a boxed ''S.A./G.H.S.'' and a U.S. Ordnance Dept. wheel cartouche forward of the wrist. Right side of barrel is stamped ''1-S-A-9-43''. Bolt, trigger housing, hammer, and operating rod all marked ''SA''. Gas cylinder is fitted with early style plug. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% finish, the barrel at the muzzle bright. Stock has four spots of bedding material applied at the magazine well. Wood is good with overall bruises and handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. No visible import marks. Includes a nickel oiler with brush and thong, combination tool, and green cotton sling, all in good condition or better. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)
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Rapid Fire Ind. Semi-Auto Repro. 1919A4 Rifle
Rapid Fire Industries Semi-Automatic Reproduction Browning 1919A4 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #2402, .308 cal., 24'' barrel with ventilated heat shield, parkerized finish, checkered cast metal grip, flip-up blade front and rear ladder sight. Overall length is approx. 40.25''. This rifle was mfg'd using a newly-made receiver and original military parts. Condition is very good. Most of the parkerized finish remains with light surface scuffs and spots of darkening. When this piece was refurbished, the new finish was applied over some small nicks and wear marks, no major blemishes. Flip-up sights function properly. Mechanically smooth; bore with very light frosting and nice defined rifling. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (Modern)
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Smith Ent. M-14 Semi-Automatic Rifle, w/11 mags
Smith Enterprises M-14 Semi-Automatic Rifle, with 11 magazines, #001641, 7.62x51mm cal., 22'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, front sight removed, fitted with adjustable aperture rear sight. Marked on receiver tang with blurred letters ''U.S.RIFLE 7.62-mm M-14 SMITH ENT. Right side of receiver marked ''MESA.AZ''. Bolt marked ''TRW''. U.S.G.I. stock has Defense Dept. cartouche stamped on left side and a ''Circle P'' firing proof on the underside of the wrist. Muzzle device and stripper clip guide have been removed. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining over 90% finish. Stock has been sanded and oiled over old handling marks and is in very good condition. Fiberglass handguard is chipped on the right side, otherwise very good. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. Eleven (11) U.S.G.I. steel 20-rd. magazines are marked on the spine ''BRW'', ''UHC'', ''W'', etc.; seven appear very good with minor surface wear; four have surface rust or pitting and are mostly in good condition. All appear fully functional. Single U.S.G.I. magazine pouch is in excellent condition. Est.: $1,500-$1,800. (Modern)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Winchester Super-X Model 1 Semi-Auto Trap Shotgun
Winchester Super-X Model 1 Semi-Automatic Trap Shotgun, #M38926, 12 ga., 2-3/4'' ch., blue finish, 30'' barrel with matted 3/8'' ventilated rib, white Bradley front bead and middle steel bead, with Improved Modified trap choke; receiver has impressed scroll designs on both sides, with engine-turned bolt, and triggerguard mounted push-button safety; checkered pistol-grip Monte Carlo stock and target forend are AA Grade dark figured walnut finished in a semi-gloss with Winchester pistol grip cap. Length of pull is 14-3/4'' over a 1'' brown Pachmayr Competitor recoil pad; drop at comb is 1-3/8'', drop at MC is 1-3/8'' and drop at heel is 2-1/4''; weight is 8-5/8 lbs. Mfg'd ca. 1979. Condition is near excellent, showing moderate use, with a bright bore. Receiver and stock show a few small handling marks. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)
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Browning Auto-5 ''Magnum 20'' Semi-Auto Shotgun
Browning Auto-5 ''Magnum 20'' Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #01954PZ161. 20 ga. 28'' vent rib barrel has a 3'' chamber and is choked Mod. The late Auto-5 action features all Browning improvements, including magazine cutoff and adjustable multiple friction rings for 3'' magnum loads. The slender forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of very nice dark walnut, with high-gloss finish and full checkering. Contained in black Browning box not serial numbered to the gun but including original owner's manual. Mfg'd 1981 by Miroku in Japan for Browning. Condition is original and excellent, with very little wear to the action and only a few small dings to the wood. Est.: $750-$900. (Modern)
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Browning Auto-5 Classic Model Semi-Auto Shotgun
Browning Auto-5 Classic Model Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #211BC0648. 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrel has a 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked Mod. Barrel marked ''Made in Japan - Engraved in Belgium by FN Herstal''. Auto-5 receiver is finished silver grey and is engraved with John Browning profile, flushing ducks, and dog retrieving a falling duck, with ''One of Five Thousand'' Browning classic designation, all done by FN engraved A. Hermia. Wood is high-gloss Presentation Grade walnut, with special 24 LPI checkering that incorporates small circles into the borders; original Browning Automatic buttplate. Mfg'd approx. 1985. Condition is absolutely excellent showing no wear and may be unfired. Bore appears to contain original protectant. Est.: $2,500-$3,000. (Modern)
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Weatherby Olympian Standard Grade O/U Shotgun
Very Early Weatherby Olympian Standard Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #R000002. 20 ga. 26'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod. Boxlock action features single selective trigger, non-auto safety and auto ejectors, almost identical to a Winchester Model 101. Receiver is nicely hand engraved, with machine-turned barrel breeches and ejectors. Finger-groove forend and pistol-grip buttstock are high-gloss finished, above average walnut, with distinctive Weatherby White Diamond grip cap and original Whiteline recoil pad. Mfg'd approx. 1972 by Nikko in Japan. Condition is excellent with no marks to wood and little wear to action which functions perfectly. Wood on forend and buttstock appear a mismatch, but both look original to the gun. Est.: $750-$900. (Modern)
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Beretta Model 686 Silver Pigeon O/U Shotgun
Beretta Model 686 Silver Pigeon Over/Under Shotgun, #Z48029S. 28 ga. 30'' vent rib barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are fitted for Beretta Mobil Chokes (5 choke tubes included). Boxlock action features a single selective trigger, auto safety, and auto ejectors. Coin-finished receiver has moderate scroll engraving. Full forend and pistol-grip buttstock are satin-finished medium grade walnut, with adequate checkering, no grip cap, and black Beretta recoil pad. Contained in original Beretta hard case with all paperwork. Mfg'd 2014. Condition is near excellent, as showing little use. Buttstock has what appear to be droplet markings, which should be cleanable; forend has a chip off the top right-hand side. Action functions correctly and locks very tight; bores need cleaning but are not damaged. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)
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Very Early Krieghoff Model 32 O/U Shotgun
Very Early Krieghoff Model 32 Standard Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #238. 12 ga. 30'' vent rib barrel have 2-3/4'' chambers, target beads, and are choked IM/Mod. Boxlock action features single selective trigger, auto safety, and auto ejectors. Wood has been upgraded to Exhibition Grade walnut, with extensive 22 LPI checkering on semi-beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock, which features a wooden grip cap, ''DK'' gold inlay, and Pachmayr butt pad. Dimension are 14.5''x1.5''x1-5/8''. Mfg'd first year 1954 in Ulm, Germany. Includes a leather hard case with 7 choke tubes, extractors, and an extra set of 28" barrels. Condition is excellent as refinished and upgraded, receiver blue turning plum; action has been tightened; barrel selector appears locked on top barrel, probably for Trap Doubles. Wood shows very few handling marks. Ejectors work correctly, bores are bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,500. (C&R)(Don Koll collection)
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Browning Auto-5 Ducks Unltd. 50th Anniversary Shotgun
Browning Auto-5 Ducks Unlimited 50th Anniversary Model Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #87DU04172. 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrel has a 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked Full. Action is standard Auto-5, but receiver is satin grey and features etched engraving of ducks in flight plus ''Ducks Unlimited - Fiftieth Year'' markings. Wood is high-gloss Presentation Grade walnut, with finger-groove forend, round-knob pistol-grip buttstock with black Browning recoil pad. Mfg'd 1987, by Miroku in Japan for Browning, approx. 5000 mfg'd. Condition is as new and apparently unfired, in Ducks Unlimited marked hard case, with Auto-5 original paperwork. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern)
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Browning Auto-5 Ducks Unltd. ''Sweet Sixteen'' Shotgun
Browning Auto-5 Ducks Unlimited ''Sweet Sixteen'' Model Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #88DU001934. 16 ga. 26'' vent rib barrel has a 2-03/4'' chamber and is choked Full. Action is standard Auto-5, but receiver is satin grey and features etched engraving of ducks in flight, plus ''Ducks Unlimited - Sweet Sixteen'' and Ducks Unlimited logo markings. Finger-groove forend and round-knob pistol-grip buttstock are high-gloss Grade 2-3 walnut, with adequate checkering and black Browning recoil pad. Mfg'd 1987, by Miroku in Japan for Browning, approx. 4500 mfg'd. Condition is as new and apparently unfired, in Ducks Unlimited marked hard case. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Modern)
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Remington 870 Mag. Calif. Watefowl Assn Prize Gun
Remington 870 Magnum Wingmaster California Waterfowl Assn. 60th Anniversary Limited Prize Gun, #D879180U. 20 ga. 26'' vent rib barrel has a 3'' chamber and is fitted for Remchokes (Mod. installed). Receiver has very high-gloss deep bluing, with gold CWA logo, name and ''60th Anniversary'', plus ''Remington 870 Magnum'' and ''Wingmaster'' all in gold. Forend and buttstock are dark walnut with high-gloss finish and feature distinctive checkering, with Remington grip cap and solid recoil pad. Only one or two examples made for Anniversary in 2005. Condition is as new and unfired, without its original box, but with no wear to action and only slight marks to wood. A very handsome 870. Est.: $600-$900. (Modern)
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Browning Auto-5 ''Light Twelve'' Field Grade Shotgun
Browning Auto-5 ''Light Twelve'' Field Grade Semi-Auto Shotgun, #75G5344B. 12 ga. 26'' vent rib barrel has 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked IC. Lighter weight receiver houses standard Browning action, is lightly engraved, and has right-hand safety converted to left hand (original right-hand part included). Finger-groove forend and pistol-grip buttstock are dark high-gloss walnut, with original ''FN-Browning Automatic'' buttplate. Contained in original serial numbered Browning box, with all original paperwork. Mfg'd 1975. Condition is excellent, with almost no wear to action and very few handling marks to wood. Action functions correctly, desirable IC bore is bright. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Modern)
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Browning Cynergy Sporting Model O/U Shotgun
Browning Cynergy Sporting Model Over/Under Shotgun, #15631MV131.ÿ 12 ga. 30'' tapered vent rib barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are fitted for Browning Invector-Plus choke tubes (no tubes included).ÿ Receiver is silver nitride finished and features a clay target in flight.ÿ Boxlock action features an adjustable single selective trigger, non-auto safety and auto ejectors.ÿ Wood is nicely-grained satin-finished walnut, with adjustable LOPd ''Inflex'' recoil pad system; also includes original stock without adjustable LOP. Current dimensions are 14.5''x1.25''x2-3/8''.ÿ Gun is contained in a like-new Browning leather hard case.ÿ Mfg'd 2004.ÿ Condition is like new, with little wear to action and only a few small marks to wood.ÿ Est.:ÿ $1,200-$1,500. (Modern)
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Am. Arms/Franchi Ducks Unltd. O/U Shotgun
American Arms Co./Franchi Ducks Unlimited Model Over/Under Shotgun, #DU920713. 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are fitted for ''Franchok'' choke tubes (LM & Skt installed). Also includes an extra pair of barrels not serial numbered to the gun, but same configuration, with IC and Mod. tubes installed. Four (4) additional choke tubes are included. Similar to Accione Field Model. Action is boxlock with single selective trigger, auto safety, auto ejectors and wide gold-plated trigger. Receiver is polished alloy with etched engraving: quail on left-hand side, duck on right-hand, and Ducks Unltd. logo with Franchi name on bottom. Wood is high-gloss finish Exhibition Grade walnut, with semi-beavertail forend and pistol-grip buttstock nicely checkered. Kick-Eez recoil pad added; dimensions are 15.25''x1.5''x2.25''. All contained in Elk River red canvas hard case. Mfg'd in Italy approx. 1995. Condition is excellent and appears little used. Action function correctly, except bottom ejector disabled. Small crack on buttstock, running from rear of top tang. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Modern)
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Beretta Model 686 Special Grade OU Shotgun
Beretta Model 686 Special Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #E33968B.ÿ 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers and are fitted with Beretta Mobil chokes (Mod./IM installed).ÿ Boxlock action features single selective trigger, auto safety and auto ejectors.ÿ Greyed receiver has good coverage of rolled rose and scroll engraving plus Beretta logos.ÿ Wood is Field Grade walnut, with slender forend and pistol-grip buttstock, which has no grip cap and a slip-on recoil pad that extends length of pull to 15.25'' over original butt pad; drops are 1-1/2'' and 2-1/2'' at comb and heel.ÿ Contained in a very heavy Lewis Drake buffalo hide leg-o-mutton case.ÿ Mfg'd 1985.ÿ Condition is very good, with few handling marks to wood and light wear to action, which locks tight and functions perfectly; bores are bright. ÿEst.:ÿ $750-$900. (Modern)
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Beretta Model A391 Xtrema 2 Auto-Loading Shotgun
Beretta Model A391 Extrema 2 Auto-Loading Shotgun, #AG083298.ÿ 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrel has 3-1/2'' chamber and is fitted for Beretta Optima Choke Plus tubes (five included).ÿ Beretta semi-auto action has self-compensating gas system and improved Gel-Tec recoil pad for recoil reduction.ÿ Composite buttstock and forend have neoprene grip panels for improved wet performance, and entire finish is covered in wetlands camouflage film.ÿ Stock dimensions are 14.5''x1-5/8''x2.5''.ÿ Contained in Beretta hard plastic case with tubes, tools and additional parts included.ÿ Mfg'd 2007.ÿ Condition is like new showing little use and no abuse.ÿ Action functions properly and bore is bright.ÿ Est.:ÿ $850-$1,000. (Modern)
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Benelli Super Black Eagle Semi-Auto Shotgun
Benelli Super Black Eagle Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #U073005. 12 ga. 26'' vent rib barrel has a 3-1/2'' chamber and is fitted for choke tubes (Cyl. installed). Inertia action features a rotary bolt and handles all 2-3/4'', 3'' and 3-1/2'' shells with very fast cycle time. Wide finger-groove forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of black polymer and feature a Benelli recoil pad. Mfg'd 1997. Condition is like new showing little use and functioning perfectly; bore is mirror bright. Est.: $800-$950. (Modern)
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Ithaca LAPD Commemorative Model 37 Pump Shotgun
Ithaca LAPD Commemorative Model 37 Pump Action Shotgun, #LAPD 0467, 12 ga., with two barrels: 18.5'' riot length and 27.5'' field length, both with 2-3/4'' chambers. Riot-length barrel with gold-colored front blade and open choke, 27.5'' barrel with vent rib choked Mod. Both marked LAPD Commemorative. Frame with blue finish with roll-engraved and gold-applied LAPD motifs, including City Hall, Elysian Park and the seals of LAPD, Los Angeles Police Revolver and Athletic Club and the City of Los Angeles, and ''To Protect and Serve'' in riband. Select checkered walnut stock and forend with small LAPD police badge at pistol grip cap. These miniature badges were optionally intended to have the badge numbers of their owner inscribed on them. Complete with original brown faux leather luggage case with LAPD seal embossed in top of lid. Dating from 1981. Condition is as new and unfired in their original packing cartons and boxes, still retaining their Ithaca factory inspection tags. Upon inspection for this sale was the first time these shipping cartons had been open exhibiting no damage over time. The outsides of these boxes do exhibit small losses and tape pull marks. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)(Consecutive to Next Lot)
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Ithaca LAPD Commemorative Model 37 Pump Shotgun
Ithaca LAPD Commemorative Model 37 Pump Action Shotgun, #LAPD 0468, 12 ga., with two barrels: 18.5'' riot length and 27.5 field length both with 2-3/4'' chambers. Riot-length barrel with gold-colored front blade and open choke, 27.5'' barrel with vent rib choked Mod. Both marked LAPD Commemorative. Frame with blue finish with roll-engraved and gold-applied LAPD motifs, including City Hall, Elysian Park and the seals of LAPD, Los Angeles Police Revolver and Athletic Club and the City of Los Angeles, and ''To Protect and Serve'' in riband. Select checkered walnut stock and forend with small LAPD police badge at pistol grip cap. These miniature badges were optionally intended to have the badge numbers of their owner inscribed on them. Complete with original brown faux leather luggage case with LAPD seal embossed in top of lid. Dating from 1981. Condition is as new and unfired in their original packing cartons and boxes, still retaining their Ithaca factory inspection tags. Upon inspection for this sale was the first time these shipping cartons had been open exhibiting no damage over time. The outsides of these boxes do exhibit small losses and tape pull marks. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)(Consecutive to Above-Listed Lot)
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Belgian Browning SA-22 Grade 1 Semi-Auto Rifle
Boxed Belgian Browning SA-22 Grade I Semi-Automatic Rifle, #69T20600, .22 LR cal., 19.25'' barrel, blue finish, receiver with standard Grade I engraving; checkered pistol-grip hardwood stock and forend with gloss finish, grooved steel buttplate; dovetailed brass beaded blade front sight and folding adjustable rear sight. Top of barrel is marked ''BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST. LOUIS MO. & MONTREAL P.Q./MADE IN BELGIUM''; left side ''22 LONG RIFLE''; right side ''BROWNING PATENTS''. Mfg'd 1969. Included is the original two-piece box with matching end label. Metal surfaces retain approx. 99% factory blue and rate in excellent condition; factory lettering, engraving, etc. are clear. Wood is very good and retains most of the original finish, with scattered shallow impressions and other small handling marks; checkering is excellent. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Outside of lid shows areas of water damage. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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Browning BAR MK II Safari Semi-Automatic Rifle
Browning BAR MK II Safari Semi-Automatic Rifle, #311MT14799, .308 Win. cal., 22'' barrel was mfg'd without sights, dark blued finish, receiver with standard engraving; two-piece checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with gloss finish, sling swivel studs; LOP over the thick black spacer and Limb Saver pad is 15-1/8''. Made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. Topped with a Burris 3-9x Fullfield II scope on Leupold mount; scope with a gloss-black finish and ballistic plex reticle. Included is the original box for the rifle with owner's manual and cable lock; original scope box and owner's manual. Rifle and scope are both in excellent overall condition and appear near new, retaining approx. 99% factory blue. Wood with an nice grain pattern and color and retains all of the gloss finish, recoil pad appears to have sat on a hot surface for a prolonged amount of time as the edges are sticky and a little melted. Action is tight and smooth, bore is mirror bright. Scope optics are crystal clear. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern)
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Ruger M77 Varmint Bolt Action Rifle
Ruger M77 Varmint Bolt Action Rifle, #70-82874, .220 Swift cal., 26'' mediumweight barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock, with factory red rubber butt pad. Topped with a Bausch & Lomb BALvar 24 scope on adjustable scope mounts with fine tapered crosshair reticle. Condition is excellent retaining almost all its original blue. Very mild thinning to magazine floorplate. Trigger shoe has been added and fitted to inside of trigger guard. Stock with very light handling marks, mostly to bottom edge near swivel eyelet. Good action, bright bore, with clear scope optics. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)
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Harrington Richardson Ultra Wildcat Rifle
Harrington & Richardson Ultra Wildcat, Sako L461 Action, with Redfield scope, #127710, .17 HMR cal., 20'' barrel, blued finish, manufactured without sights. Checkered one-piece pistol-grip walnut stock with Monte Carlo comb, cheekpiece, rosewood forend and grip cap, and thin brown rubber H&R recoil pad. Topped with Redfield scope mounts; Redfield 3-9x scope with gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue; receiver and bolt with light plum-colored toning. Stock with only a few very minor scratches and small blemishes, nice even semi-gloss finish, good grain and color. Smooth action, excellent bore. Outside of scope with a couple of small marks, most noticeable on the eyepiece; optics are bright and clear. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)
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Steyr Model SSG 69 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle
Steyr Model SSG 69 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle, with Swarovski scope, #193479, .308 cal., 26'' barrel, phosphate finish, single-trigger, factory checkered green ABS Cycolac synthetic stock; iron sights include a hooded blade front and square-notched rear; no magazine. Factory grooved receiver is topped with a Swarovski ZFM 6x42 scope, quick-detachable scope rings that are numbered and match the rifle; scope with a matte black finish; reticle with 3 posts and small, thin horizontal line. Included is a green canvas sling, black rubber bikini scope cover, and black plastic muzzle cover. Left side of barrel is marked ''Gun South, Inc., Trussv, AL''; top, behind the rear sight, is marked with a ''Q'' that is within a circle and rectangular box shape. Made in Austria. Condition is excellent, appearing near new and showing signs of little use; matte finished metal surfaces with a few light scuffs, factory lettering with crisp edges. Stock also with only a few very light scuffs. Good smooth action, bore is mirror bright. Scope is also excellent with crystal clear optics. Used by the Austrian Army and other law enforcement agencies these rifles are known for their accuracy, this is a very fine example. Est.: $1,600-$2,200. (Modern)(Don Koll collection)
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Like New Nosler Custom M48 Bolt Action Rifle
Like New Nosler Custom M48 Bolt Action Rifle, with Swarovski Z6i scope, #N02950, .35 Whelen cal., 22'' barrel, metal with a Magnesium colored Cerakote finish. Onyx gray colored kevlar/carbon fiber stock with cheekpiece, hinged floorplate that is marked with ''NC'' logo, and has sling swivel studs; LOP over the black rubber recoil pad is 13.5''. Features include a 3-position safety with bolt lock, red hooded fiber optic front sight, adjustable ''U''-notched rear sight. Topped with a set of Leupold scope rings, Swarovski Z6i 1.7-10x42 scope; scope with a matte black finish and 4A-1 reticle which has an illuminated center dot. Rifle comes with a black Hardigg wheeled transport case with fitted foam interior. Rifle and scope are in excellent condition, appearing as new, barrel with a few slight handling marks. Excellent smooth action and mirror bright bore. Scope is also excellent with crystal clear optics, illuminated reticle functions properly. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (Modern)
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Left-Hand Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle
Left-Hand Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle, #H128110, .300 Wea. mag. cal., 26'' barrel, royal blue finish, skip-line checkered walnut stock, rosewood forend and pistol grip cap with birch spacer; factory rubber butt pad is retained. Topped with a Ultra-Lux 6x42 scope on Redfield rings and mounts. This West German made left-hand rifle is excellent showing just light field use. Stock with only the lightest marks; floorplate and trigger guard are sharp. Action is crisp, bore is bright, scope optics are clear. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern)
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Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle
Weatherby MK V Bolt Action Rifle, #35163, Wea. .270 mag. cal., 24'' barrel, royal blue finish, custom pistol-grip cheekpiece striped maple stock with double spacer rosewood pistol grip and forend cap; Pachmayr Whiteline butt pad. Topped with a Redfield 6-power scope on Redfield rings and mounts. Condition: This West German produced Weatherby rifle remains in excellent condition with about 97% blue remaining to metal surfaces, with most of the losses as thinning to magazine floorplate. Custom stock shows very well with very small impressions and some finish loss along shadow line of cheekpiece. Good action, bright bore, clear scope optics with duplex reticle. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern)
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Custom Sako Bolt Action Rifle
Custom Sako Bolt Action Rifle, with Leupold scope, AII action, #350991, .308 cal., dark blued finish; 22'' lightweight barrel was mfg'd without sights and marked only ''.308'' on left side, near the receiver. Green pistol-grip fiberglass stock with cheekpiece, black rubber Pachmayr recoil pad, quick detach sling swivels, and a 1'' brown leather sling. Topped with Conetrol scope mounts, Leupold M8-4x Compact scope; scope with a gloss-black finish and duplex reticle. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue. Stock looks like it was painted green and that the paint was applied over some small nicks and scratches; no major blemishes. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with sharp rifling. Scope is also excellent, the outside with a few minor scope ring marks; optics are bright and clear. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern)
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Browning Model B-78 Single Shot Rifle
Browning Model B-78 Single Shot Rifle, with Leupold scope, #01229RT147, .22-250 cal., 26'' tapered round barrel, mfg'd without sights, metal with a dark blued finish. Checkered pistol-grip walnut stock and Schnabel forend, with gloss finish, Monte Carlo cheekpiece, factory black rubber Browning recoil pad, sling swivels and tooled brown leather sling. Topped with a Leupold Vari-X III 6.5-20x scope and Browning mounts; scope with a gloss-black finish, duplex reticle, and Butler Creek lens covers. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% factory blue. Stock with nice color and smooth high gloss finish, few tiny indentations and small handling marks; checkering is sharp. Crisp action; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Scope appears near new with clear optics. Est.: $1,000-$1,400. (Modern)
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Browning 1885 High-Wall BPCR Single Shot Rifle
Browning 1885 High-Wall BPCR Single Shot Rifle, #09132NR2B7, .40-65 cal., 30'' half-round/half-octagon satin finished barrel, color case hardened receiver. Oil-finished walnut stock with checkered pistol grip and Schnabel forend, checkered shotgun butt, case hardened pistol grip cap. Sights include a globe front sight with spirit level and vernier tang sight; top of barrel and receiver are factory drilled and tapped for scope mount. Mfg'd 1996-2001. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98% factory satin blue and case hardened finish; left side of receiver with a small surface blemish that has resulted in finish loss. Wood with a few tiny indentations from handling and use. Mechanically excellent with a smooth action, bright bore with crisp rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,600. (Modern)
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Sako Model AV Bolt Action Rifle
Sako Model AV Bolt Action Rifle, #641971, .375 H&H mag. cal., 26.5'' overall barrel length which includes the muzzle brake, with a dark blued finish; one-piece pistol grip laminate wood stock is checkered, with Monte Carlo cheekpiece, vented brown rubber Pachmayr recoil pad, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd without sights, the factory grooved receiver is fit with a pair of scope rings. Made in Finland; imported by Stoeger and so marked on bottom of barrel. The overall condition of this rifle is excellent. Metal surfaces appear near new and retain approx. 99% factory blue. Stock with good color, clean checkering, and shows a handful of normal shallow indentations and small marks, predominantly on the right side of the buttstock. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $800-$1,100. (Modern)
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Weatherby Mark V Accumark Bolt Action Rifle
Weatherby Mark V Accumark Bolt Action Rifle, with Leupold scope, #WB005296, .25-06 Rem. cal., 24'' fluted stainless barrel was mfg'd without sights, receiver with dark blued finish. One-piece composite pistol-grip stock with Monte Carlo cheekpiece, is gray with black accents, Pachmayr recoil pad, and sling swivel studs. Made in U.S.A. Topped with a Leupold Vari-X IIc 3-9x50mm scope; scope with a gloss-black finish and duplex reticle. Aside from the scratches on the floorplate and trigger guard, this rifle is in excellent overall condition. There is no finish loss to the receiver, barrel with intermittent slight handling marks. Stock appears near new. Action is smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling. Scope is excellent, optics are bright and clear. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern)
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Custom Remington Model 700 BDL Bolt Action Rifle
Custom Remington Model 700 BDL Bolt Action Rifle, with Millett scope, #B6548330, .308 Win. cal; heavy barrel is unmarked and measures 24'' overall which includes the muzzle brake, with matte finish, mfg'd without sights. The receiver and bolt handle also have a matte finish; alloy trigger guard and floorplate with a dark blue/black finish. One-piece pistol-grip walnut stock with skip-line checkering, cheekpiece, ebony forend and grip cap, black rubber Pachmayr recoil pad, rear swivel stud, and Harris 1A2 bi-pod; LOP is 13-5/8''. Topped with a one-piece Leupold scope mount and rings; 4-16x50 Millett scope which features a matte black finish, green illuminated Mil-Dot reticle, 1/8'' MOA, with parallax adjustment. With the exception of the floorplate, which is lightly scratched, metal surfaces rate in excellent overall condition with only a small amount of mild surface scuffs from handling and range use. Stock is very good with scattered shallow indentations and rub marks, checkering is unmarred. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with sharp rifling. Scope appears as new with clear optics, illuminated reticle was tested and functions properly. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern)
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Custom Remington 700 BDL Varmint Bolt Action Rifle
Custom Remington 700 BDL Varmint Bolt Action Rifle, #A6581802. .17 Mach IV cal., 24'' etched stainless steel barrel by Ray Montgomery, blue finish, skip-line checkered cheekpiece Remington mahogany stock. Topped with a Leupold 12X target scope on Buehler rings and mounts. It is interesting to note that the .17 Mach IV is based on a .221 Remington Fireball case necked down to 0.172. The cartridge was introduced in 1962 with a muzzle velocity of 4,000 ft/s and very popular with varmint hunters. Condition is excellent. Barrel and receiver show very little use. Magazine floorplate with just the lightest high edgewear to hinge points. Stock with just the lightest marks from handling; rear swivel eyelet has been removed. Action is crisp with a super-light trigger; bore is mirror bright; scope optics are clear with Leupold duplex reticle. Est.: $600-$900. (Modern)
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Browning A-Bolt Medallion Bolt Action Rifle
Browning A-Bolt Medallion Bolt Action Rifle, with Leupold scope, #22033PP217, 7mm Rem. Mag. cal., 26'' barrel, mfg'd without sights, high-polish dark blue finish. Receiver with standard scroll engraving and is factory drilled and tapped for scope mount, with gold-colored trigger. One-piece pistol-grip walnut stock is checkered with gloss finish, rosewood forend and grip cap, factory black rubber Browning pad, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd 1988. Topped with a Leupold Vari-X II 4x12 scope; scope with a gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% factory blue; barrel with a small scratch or two. Stock with intermittent small indentations and scratches; there is a slightly larger blemish on the left side, behind the forend checkering; checkering is predominantly sharp with only a few very minor dull spots. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. There are a few small nicks and scratches on the exterior of the scope, optics crystal clear. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)
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Modern Winchester Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle
Modern Winchester Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle, #00168ZM85A, .375 H&H mag. cal., 28'' octagonal barrel, blue finish, semi-buckhorn rear sight with Marble's gold bead front sight, straight grip checkered oil-finished walnut stock, Schnabel forend, with factory Pachmayr Decelerator pad and adjustable trigger. Built for Winchester by Miroku. Mfg'd 2014. MSRP $1,300. Condition is excellent as unfired, in original carton with all associated paperwork. Est.: $850-$1,250. (Modern)
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French Mfg'd Walther/Manurhin PPK/S SA Pistol
Like New French Mfg'd Walther/Manurhin Model PPK/S Semi-Automatic Pistol, chambered in .22 LR, #138488S, 3.25'' barrel, blue finish, original checkered black plastic grips; left grip with thumbrest. Includes a white-dot front sight and square-notched rear sight, trigger shoe, and three (3) total magazines; two (2) Walther (one with black plastic finger extension) and one unmarked blued steel magazine. In blue faux leather case with silver Walther logo on the lid and fitted maroon interior, with cleaning rod, owner's manual, matching numbered test target, and misc. factory paperwork. Right side of slide is marked ''Interarms/Alexandria, Virginia'', with ''crown'' proof mark in front of serial number; left side with standard Walther markings; barrel is stamped ''St. Etienne''; butt ''Made in France'' with small Manurhin logo. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% factory metal finish, showing only a few insignificant handling marks. Factory lettering is clear and defined. Grips also appear as new. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Case is also excellent with only a few very minor storage type marks. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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Belgian Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol
Early 70's Belgian Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #71C38167, 9mm cal., 4-5/8'' barrel, dark blue finish, spur hammer, checkered red back wood grips, blade front sight and adjustable rear sight, with one 13-rd. magazine; magazine body with a phosphate finish. Left side of slide is marked ''BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q./MADE IN BELGIUM''. Mfg'd 1971. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ original factory blue finish, with a few very minor handling marks on the backstrap and slight wear to bottom of trigger guard. Grips appear as new with clean sharp checkering, retaining all of their original gloss finish. Smooth action, mirror bright bore with excellent rifling. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern/PPT) (High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Post-War Colt National Match Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt Post-War National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol, #15766-NM, .45ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, factory adjustable sights, Colt Match barrel, factory wide trigger, flat serrated mainspring housing, and one Colt marked magazine. Mfg'd 1965. Condition is near excellent, with light highpoint edgewear and some holster wear to left side of slide but retaining approx. 94% factory blue. Serrated frontstrap has thinned somewhat with about 85% blue remaining there. Grips with very light wear, crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt MK IV Series 70 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt MK IV Series 70 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #70G05242, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, bright nickel finish, factory checkered walnut grips with bright medallions, and one factory frosty nickel magazine. Mfg'd 1972. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% non-flaking nickel, with most of the losses as light thin scratches. Grips are crisp, action is good, bore is bright. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 57 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolver, #N145291, .41 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, red ramp and white outline sights, target trigger and hammer, with factory checkered target grips with S&W medallions. Mfg'd 1973. Condition is excellent retaining 98%+ original blue showing light index mark to cylinder. Grips with some thinning to original varnish, otherwise pristine. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 17-6 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 17-6 Double Action Revolver, #BEF3616, .22LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with bright S&W medallions, Patridge front and factory adjustable rear sights. Mfg'd 1989. In original blue box with instructions, cleaning accessories, and correct stamped screwdriver. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% factory blue, with very thin mark at rear of cylinder. Grips are crisp, appearing as new. Good action, bright bore. Consignor states unfired since new. Very good box with just light scuffing with one small piece of clear tape on lid. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver
Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver, #R50562, .22 LR cal., 6'' vent rib barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, ramped blade front sight, and a fully adjustable square notched rear sight. Mfg'd 1978. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue showing a few minor handling marks, most noticeable being a tiny nick to right side of barrel; cylinder with only a very light index line. Grips are also excellent, right grip with a couple of small indentations along the bottom edge, checkering is sharp, medallions show moderate toning. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Python Double Action Revolver
Colt Python Double Action Revolver, #E14936, .357 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, royal blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt gold medallions. Mfg'd 1970. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ original factory blue, with very small areas of wear thru the blue in actioning area of crane. Very light near imperceptible index mark to cylinder; no wear to actioning areas of trigger, with only very small marks to right side of hammer and only visible when revolver is cocked. Strong backstrap; excellent grips. Revolver has clearly never been disassembled, as action is smooth but with traces of resistance from dried 50-year-old factory grease. Bore is bright. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model 40 ''The Centennial'' Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 40 ''The Centennial'' Double Action Revolver, #L9071, .38 Spec. cal., 2'' barrel, nickel finish, smooth walnut S&W grips with medallions. In original gray box with cleaning rod in sealed bag, instructions, and grip adapter; box is numbered to the gun. Double Action only with grip safety on backstrap. Mfg'd 1973. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 14-4 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 14-4 Double Action Revolver, #19K8651, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered target walnut grips with bright S&W medallions, Patridge front and factory adjustable rear sight, with pre-1981 pinned barrel. Mfg'd 1977. Complete with original Bangor Punta era blue box which is numbered to this revolver, with instructions and sealed factory cleaning kit with screwdriver. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue. Grips are sharp, appearing as new, and consignor states unfired since purchased. Good action, bright bore. Revolver appears unfired. Box with some mild corrosion to metal corner tabs, center of lid with non-factory sticker. Est.: $500-$750. (Modern/PPT)
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Composite Caspian Arms Commander Semi-Auto Pistol
Composite Caspian Arms Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol, #17249, .45 ACP cal., 4.25'' barrel, blue finish, modern diamond checkered walnut grips, standard Colt factory Commander sights, Colt .45 cal. slide and barrel, with Colt factory magazine. Small parts appear to be of Colt mfg., except for grip safety. Appears to be from the late 1960s to early 1970s. Caspian Arms frame is of modern mfg. Condition is excellent as gunsmith built, showing very light edgewear, predominantly in actioning areas. Grips are excellent, action is crisp, bore is bright. Very nicely done. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)(Consecutive to following lot.)
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Composite Caspian Arms Gov't Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Composite Caspian Arms Gov't Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #17250, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, modern diamond checkered hardwood grips, Patridge type front sight with white outline rear sight, Colt .45 cal. slide, Bar-Sto barrel and bushing, spring guide tube, and Colt factory magazine. Small parts are of Colt and Caspian mfg., with a 1980s era Pachmayr flat checkered rubberized mainspring housing. Slide is of pre-Series 70 mfg. Caspian Arms frame is of modern mfg. Condition is excellent as gunsmith built, showing very light edgewear, predominantly in actioning areas. Grips are excellent, action is crisp, bore is bright. Very nicely done. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)(Consecutive to previous lot.)
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SW Model 39-2 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #A270778, 9mm cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips, with bright S&W medallions and one factory magazine. All other features standard. Dating from 1975. Condition is excellent, appearing as new with only the slightest marks to front and back strap. Crisp grips and action, bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Service Model Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Service Model Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol, #SM39940, .22 LR cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, red-dot blade front sight, square-notched rear sight is adjustable for both windage and elevation; with one original Colt magazine. Mfg'd 1981. Included is a black plastic Plano case. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 99% original blue, with only intermittent slight handling marks to the frame and slide. Grips appear as new. Good smooth action; bore is bright and rates in excellent condition. Est.: $900-$1,400. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Custom Shop MK I Series 70 Gold Cup National Match Pistol
Like New Colt Custom Shop MK IV Series 70 Gold Cup National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol, with Electroless Nickel Finish, #19016N70, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, factory checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, fixed blade front sight and fully adjustable rear sight, skeletonized trigger, with one original nickel-plated Colt magazine. In the original one-piece wood grain box with matching Colt Custom Shop end label, two-piece Styrofoam insert, yellow ''safe handling'' hang tag, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Mfg'd 1982. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, with only a few slight handling marks to the metal. Grip checkering is sharp, medallions are clean, and neither show any wear. Smooth action, excellent bore. Box shows storage type wear, end label is clear. Est.: $2,000-$2,500. (C&R on ATF List/PPT)
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SW Model 25-5 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 25-5 Double Action Revolver, #N678080, .45 Colt cal., 8- 3/8'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut target grips, red ramp front and standard rear sight, target trigger and target hammer. Mfg'd 1979-80. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue, with light index mark to cylinder and some scratches to the barrel. Sideplate screws have been turned but slots remain straight. Grips show light wear. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Python Double Action Revolver
Colt Python Double Action Revolver, #E45101, .357 mag. cal., 2.5'' barrel, blue finish, Pachmayr checkered rubber grips, with standard front and rear sights. Mfg'd 1972. Condition is very good retaining approx. 92%-94% factory royal blue, with light general overall wear and minor scratches. Pachmayr grips are excellent. Action is smooth, bore is bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern/PPT)
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Composite Caspian Arms Gov't Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Composite Caspian Arms Gov't Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #18356, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, Colt factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, Patridge type front sight and Micro adjustable rear sight, Colt MK IV Series 70 slide and barrel, and Colt factory magazine. Small parts are of Colt mfg., with long smooth trigger, Commander ring hammer, flat serrated mainspring housing, and aftermarket beavertail grip safety. Caspian Arms frame is of modern mfg. Condition is excellent as gunsmith built, showing very light edgewear, predominantly in actioning areas of trigger. Grips are excellent, action is crisp, bore is bright. Very nicely done. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Ltd. Ed. Coonan Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Limited Edition Coonan 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #LT45026, .45 ACP cal., 5'' linkless barrel, combination matte/satin stainless finish, G-10 grips, external extractor, skeletonized hammer and trigger, red fiber optic front sight and fully adjustable green fiber optic rear sight, with one Coonan magazine. Included is the original soft carry case with gun lock, oil, small Coonan marked container that appears to be an ear plug holder, owner's manual, and sight adjustment tool. Condition is excellent appearing as new, with only a few slight rub marks to the matte finished surfaces. Grips show absolutely no handling wear. Action is smooth, bore is bright with excellent rifling; overall showing signs of minimal use. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Coonan Compact .357 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Coonan Compact .357 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #EKB1109, .357 mag. cal., 4'' linkless barrel, combination matte/satin stainless finish, original smooth wood grips, skeletonized hammer and trigger, white 3-dot sights, with one original magazine. Included is the original soft carry case with gun lock, oil, small Coonan marked ear plug container, takedown tool, and owner's manual. Condition is excellent appearing as new. Grips show no handling wear. Action is smooth, bore is bright with excellent rifling; overall showing signs of minimal use. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (Modern/PPT)
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AMT Hardballer Long Slide Semi-Auto Pistol
AMT Hardballer Long Slide Semi-Automatic Pistol, #A18539, .45 ACP cal., 7'' barrel, matte stainless frame, combination matte and satin stainless slide, Supreme wraparound black rubber grips, skeletonized trigger, blade front sight and square-notched fully adjustable rear sight. Included is one stainless Randall Firearms magazine. Condition is near excellent with intermittent slight scuffs and small handling marks, mainly to the matte finished surfaces. Grips appear near new. Smooth action, clean bore with excellent rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver, #N141561, .44 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' pinned barrel, bright nickel finish, factory checkered Goncalo Alves target grips with S&W medallions, red ramp front sight and white outline micrometer click adjustable rear sight, with color case hardened target hammer and target trigger. Mfg'd 1973. Condition is about fine overall with intermittent light scratching and handling marks to the bright nickel finish, no flaking etc; factory lettering is crisp. Hammer and trigger with rich case coloring; there is some very mild surface rust present in the hammer checkering. Grips are excellent with only a few very minor marks from handling, checkering is sharp, both appear to have been re-oiled. Action is smooth, cylinder with a moderate index line; bore is bright, rifling is excellent. Est.: $800-$1,100. (Modern)(Not available to Calif. residents.) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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SW Model 14-3 K-38 Target Masterpiece Revolver
Factory Refinished Smith & Wesson Model 14-3 K-38 Target Masterpiece Double Action Revolver, #1K74647, .38 Spec. cal., 8-3/8'' pinned barrel, bright nickel finish, smooth Goncalo Alves target grips with S&W medallions, red ramp front sight, white-outline square-notched rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation, color case hardened target hammer and target trigger. Left side of grip frame is stamped ''R-N'' within a rectangle notating factory re-nickel and dated ''6 75''; additionally there is a small ''star'' stamped on the back of the cylinder and underside of the barrel. Barrel, frame, and cylinder with matching numbers; ejector is not numbered. Mfg'd 1971. Condition is near excellent overall with intermittent micro-scratching and handling marks to the bright nickel finish, no flaking etc; factory lettering is clear. Hammer and trigger with rich case coloring. Grips with an added coat of clear varnish over a few small handling marks, more frequent on the left grip. Action is smooth, cylinder with a moderate index line; bore is bright, rifling is excellent. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern)(Not available to Calif. residents.) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Factory Refinished SW 17-3 K-22 Masterpc. Revolve
Factory Refinished Smith & Wesson Model 17-3 K-22 Masterpiece Double Action Revolver, #5K81566, .22 LR cal., 8-3/8'' pinned barrel, nickel finish, smooth square butt Goncalo Alves target grips with S&W medallions, red ramp front sight and micrometer click adjustable white outline rear sight, color case hardened target hammer and target trigger. Left side of grip frame is stamped ''R-N'' within a rectangle notating factory re-nickel; additionally there is a small ''star'' stamped on the back of the cylinder and underside of the barrel. Barrel, frame, and cylinder with matching numbers. Mfg'd ca. 1974. Condition is about fine overall with intermittent light scratching and handling marks to the bright nickel finish, no flaking etc; factory lettering is crisp. Hammer and trigger with bright case colors. Grips with an added coat of clear semi-gloss finish over a few small handling marks. Action is smooth, cylinder with a moderate index line, face with very mild powder marks; bore is bright, rifling is excellent. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)(Not available to Calif. residents.)(Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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SW Model 57 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolver, #N776922, .41 mag. cal., 8-3/8'' pinned barrel, blue finish, factory checkered Goncalo Alves target grips with S&W medallions, red ramp front sight and micrometer click white outline fully adjustable rear sight, color case hardened target hammer and target trigger. Mfg'd 1980. Metal surfaces rate in excellent condition and retain approx. 98% factory blue finish, with scattered light handling marks; cylinder with a moderate index line. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Hammer and trigger retain nearly all of their case colors. This revolver would benefit from a fresh set of grips as this pair has a chip missing from the back edge of each grip, with an added piece of decorative wire to the groove that borders the checkering. Action is smooth, bore is excellent. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt MK IV Series 70 Gov't Model Pistol
Colt MK IV Series 70 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #76000B70, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, satin nickel finish; grip safety, barrel bushing, trigger, slide stop, and thumb safety all have a blued finish. Checkered black rubber wraparound Colt grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights, no magazine. Mfg'd 1981. Pistol is in very good used condition; matte nickel with light surface scuffs and some spots of mild darkening; factory lettering is clear and defined. Grips appear as new. Action is smooth; bore is clean and rates in excellent condition overall. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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Kimber TLE/RL II Semi-Automatic Pistol
Kimber TLE/RL II Semi-Automatic Pistol, #K144420, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, stainless finish, 3-dot night sights, light gray with darker accented G10 grips, lower accessory rail, skeletonized hammer and trigger, no magazine. In original black plastic Kimber case with cable lock, additional slide stop, bushing wrench, misc. factory paperwork (no owner's manual). Pistol is in excellent, very lightly used condition, with a few slight handling marks to the frame and slide. Grips appear as new. Excellent action and bright bore. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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Sig Sauer Model 1911 Tacops Semi-Auto Pistol
Sig Sauer Model 1911 Tacops Semi-Automatic Pistol, #54E020331, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, black Nitron finish, stippled black composite grips, 3-dot night sights, ambidextrous thumb safety, checkered front and backstrap, skeletonized hammer and trigger, lower accessory rail, with one 8-round KimPro Tac-Mag. In original gray plastic Sig case that is numbered to the gun with owner's manual, cable lock, and other misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, showing only a few insignificant marks from handling. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright; overall a very high condition, lightly used pistol. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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Beretta M9 Armed Forces 30th Anniversary Pistol
Mint Cased Beretta Model M9 U.S. Armed Forces 30th Anniversary (1985-2015) Semi-Automatic Pistol, #M9-15-0447, 9mm cal., 4-7/8'' barrel, black Bruniton finish; slide with special commemorative markings which include ''U.S. ARMED FORCES'' on right side of slide; Beretta logo on top; left side with an American flag, ''30 YEARS OF SERVICE'' with maker's name and address; rear left side near the safety ''1985-2015''. Checkered walnut grips, each with a commemorative 30-year medallion, with standard sights, ambidextrous safety, and one 10-rd. magazine. Includes the original blue plastic Beretta case with owner's manual and cable lock, cardboard outer box with matching numbered end label. This special edition pistol also comes with a glass-topped wood display case, commemorative coin, COA, original blue box that holds the display case and shipping box. Condition is excellent appearing as new and unfired. The display case, coin, and related items also appear as new. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Bond Arms Brown Bear CA Over/Under Derringer
Bond Arms Brown Bear CA Over/Under Derringer, with two (2) additional barrels, #C02967, with 3'' CA compliant .45 LC barrel; included are additional 3'' CA Bond Defender .44 Special and .45 ACP barrels. Metal with a satin stainless finish, checkered rosewood grips with ''California bear'' logo, integral blade front sight and notched rear sight. This handgun also features a crossbolt safety, automatic extractor, and spring-loaded locking lever. In original black plastic case that is numbered to the gun, with brown leather Bond Defender holster, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent appearing near new, with only a few minor handling marks to the metal. The spring-loaded lever locks up nicely; all of the bores are bright with excellent rifling. The .45 ACP barrel with scattered tiny scratches to the exterior. Holster is also excellent with a handful of light scuffs and other minor carry wear. It should be noted for CA buyers that because of CA Prop 65 warning requirements, Bond Arms no longer make handguns available for sale in California. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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Original Pasadena Auto Mag Model 180 Semi-Auto Pistol
Original Pasadena Auto Mag Model 180 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #A00479, .44 AMP cal., 6.5'' vent rib barrel, stainless finish, checkered black plastic grips, integral blade front sight, square-notched adjustable rear sight, with one magazine. Included is a black plastic Auto Mag case and an original small bottle of Auto Mag gun oil. These early Pasadena made Auto Mags are considered to be of higher quality than later made pistols. There is pitting present on parts of the frame and right side of the barrel assembly, and the entire pistol has a somewhat dull finish and looks like it was possibly bead blasted, the exception being a half-inch by 2-1/2'' spot around the maker's marks on the left side. Grips are near excellent showing light handling wear. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. There is no longer a foam interior on the inside of the plastic case; exterior shows light storage type wear. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Modern/PPT)
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Sig Sauer P220 Equinox Semi-Automatic Pistol
Sig Sauer P220 Equinox Semi-Automatic Pistol, #G424961, .45 ACP cal., double/single action, 4.4'' barrel, two-tone slide with combination bright and dark Nitron finish; lightweight matte black alloy frame with lower accessory rail. The black laminate wood grips with laser engraved Sig Sauer logo and a combination of factory stippling and checkering. Green TruGlo front sight with Siglite two-dot rear sight and three (3) 8-round Sig Sauer magazines. In blue plastic Sig Sauer case that is numbered to the gun. Condition is excellent, appearing near new. Frame and slide with a few minor marks from handling, including one tiny nick to the edge of the accessory rail. Grips are also excellent, showing minimal signs of handling. Smooth action, bright bore with excellent rifling. The hinges on the case are damaged, otherwise the exterior shows light storage type wear. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Modern)
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Rare Kimber LAPD Swat Custom II Semi-Auto Pistol
Rare and Desirable Kimber LAPD Swat Custom II Semi-Automatic Pistol, #KLA114402, .45ACP cal., 5'' barrel, matte dark oxide coated stainless steel slide and frame, diamond checkered rubber grips. Low profile Metrolight 3-dot night sights, 30 lines-per-inch checkered front strap, flat checkered mainspring housing, and one Kimber magazine. Weigh in at 38 oz. Mfg'd 2002. Following extensive testing LAPD SWAT choose a Kimber Stainless Custom II and had it enhanced to their own specifications, made strictly for law enforcement and not sold to the public with just 300 produced. These are very rarely found for sale with just one showing up on the internet for $8000. The serial number has the distinct coded meaning of K (Kimber) LA (Los Angeles) 114 (SWAT radio code based on their room number at Parker Center) followed by its 3-digit number. Quite possibly the most collectible Kimber available. From the collection of a retired LAPD Captain. Condition is as new and unfired, in its original hard case with all accessories. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (Modern/PPT)
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New Release Colt Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol
New Release Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1438WWI, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue/black finish, factory checkered large diamond walnut grips, with one all-blue unmarked magazine. Pistol includes one extra magazine, Colt instructions, and a reprint of the 1917 version of the Gov't Instruction manual, in reproduced WWI style pistol box, all which neatly fits in a blue Colt Custom Shop type cardboard box. Condition appears as new and unfired, with crisp grips and action and mirror bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)(Not available to Calif. residents.)
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Composite Fed. Ord. Commander Semi-Auto Pistol
Composite Fed. Ord. Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol, #FA890496, 9mm, 4.25'' barrel, blue finish, Colt checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, Colt 9mm slide and barrel, micro barrel bushing, S&W rear Micro-click sight and non-standard ramp front sight, with one Colt magazine. Small parts appear to be of Colt mfg., except for long serrated aluminum trigger. Mfg'd in the late 1960s to early 1970s. Fed. Ord. frame most likely mfg'd in the mid to late 1980s. Condition is excellent as gunsmith built, showing just light edgewear, predominantly in actioning areas. Grips are excellent, action is crisp, bore is bright, with crisp no-creep trigger pull. Extremely well executed. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Customized Colt Pre-Series 70 National Match Pistol
Customized Colt Pre-Series 70 National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol, #28440-NM, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue slide, matte nickel frame, Colt factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, with extended ambidextrous safety and extended slide release; beavertail grip safety, checkered flat mainspring housing, Commander hammer, factory National Match trigger with squared and checkered trigger guard; Bomar adjustable rear sight and medium-height front sight. Top of slide has been flattened and serrated; ejection port has been enlarged and chamfered. Slide is a pre-Series 70 standard Gov't Model slide; barrel is a MK IV Series 70 barrel custom fitted into a micro barrel bushing. Pistol also features a spring guide tube for recoil spring. Frame was originally mfg'd in 1968. With one factory Colt 7-rd. magazine. Condition is excellent as modified, and was no doubt quite expensive when this work was performed in the late 1970's to early '80's. Lockup is tight, trigger pull is light and crisp, with light high edgewear to slide. Grips with mild flattening, gold plating to medallions has thinned. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Colt MK IV/Series 80 Gov't Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt MK IV/Series 80 Gov't Model .380 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #RC49133, .380 ACP cal., 3.25'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered black plastic grips with gold medallions, with one factory magazine, in original box with instructions and hang-tag. Mfg'd 1985. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, showing very minor thinning to gold plating on left grip medallion. Good grips, action and bright bore. Slipcover of box with water damage. Est.: $500-$750. (Modern/PPT)
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Sig Sauer P228 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Sig Sauer P228 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #B184154, 9mm cal., double/single action, 3.86'' barrel, matte black finish, black alloy frame, checkered hardwood grips, white three-dot sights include a blade front and square-notched rear. A piece of stippled grip tape has been added to the front gripstrap. Included are three (3) 10-rd. Sig Sauer magazines and one 13-rd. Sig Sauer magazine. In the original two-piece box with matching end label, original numbered test target, owner's manual, and two (2) loaders. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, retaining approx. 99% factory metal finish, showing only a few minor handling marks to the frame and slide. Factory lettering is clear and defined. Grips also appear as new with sharp checkering. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Modern/PPT)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Winchester M.94 Cherokee Commem. Carbine
Winchester Model 94 Cherokee Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #CK07141, .30-30 Win. cal; 20'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked in gold lettering ''Cherokee Carbine'', with dovetailed blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Gold-colored receiver is roll engraved with Native American images and border, left side is marked ''Trail of Tears-1839'', with blued saddle ring. Straight grip walnut stock and forend with gold-colored barrel bands, crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid commemorative medallion; bottom with an inlet blued steel cartridge holder. In original box with end label that is not numbered. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish; bright gold-colored frame and the barrel with a few slight handling marks. There are also a few very shallow handling marks present on the right side of the wrist. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve with some wear and tears at the edges and corners; the glue on the long seam has started to fail causing it to separate, could easily be repaired. One of 9,000 produced. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester Model 9422 Cheyenne Commemorative Carbine
Winchester Model 9422 Cheyenne Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #CHF4360, .22 S-L-LR cal; 20'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked in gold lettering ''Cheyenne Carbine 22'', with hooded silver bead front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Gold-colored receiver is roll engraved with Native American images and border, right side is marked ''Cheyenne''. Straight grip walnut stock and forend with gold-colored barrel bands, black composition Winchester buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid Cheyenne medallion; forend with brass tacks. In original box with matching numbered end label, hang tag, commemorative owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish; bright gold-colored frame with scattered slight micro-scratching and small handling marks. There are also a few very shallow handling marks present on the wrist and the right side of the wood is a little lighter in color. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve is good with some moderate tears and creasing at the edges and corners. One of 5,000 produced. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester Model 94 Cheyenne Commemorative Rifle
Winchester Model 94 Cheyenne Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #CH06600, .44-40 cal; 20'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked in gold lettering ''Cheyenne Carbine'', with hooded silver bead front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Gold-colored receiver is roll engraved with Native American scenes and border. Straight grip walnut stock and forend with gold-colored barrel bands, crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid commemorative medallion; forend with brass tacks. With tang sight and blued saddle ring. In original box with end label (serial number is no longer legible), commemorative owner's manual, and hang tag. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish; bright gold-colored frame with a few slight handling marks. Wood shows no mentionable blemishes and is original but the forend is just a little lighter in color. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve with some tears, separations at the edges and corners, a few have been repaired with tape. One of 11,225 produced. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Peacemaker Centennial Commemorative Revolver
Colt Peacemaker Centennial Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #PC1988, .45 Colt cal., 7.5'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, smooth cartouched walnut grips. In fitted walnut case with maroon velvet French-fitted drawer. Mfg'd 1973. Barrel marked ''1873 Peacemaker Centennial 1973''; left side of frame marked ''U.S.'' as a tribute to the early Cavalry revolvers. Includes associated paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired, with no trace of index mark to cylinder. Grips are crisp, bore is bright. Key to case is included. Est.: $1,800-$2,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Kit Carson Commemorative Single Action Revolver
Mint Cased Colt Kit Carson Commemorative New Frontier Single Action Revolver, #KCC0410, .22'' cal; 6'' blued barrel with Western and Native American themed gold embellishments, left side reads ''He Led The Way'', right side ''Kit Carson Commemorative .22 Cal.'' With a color case hardened frame, two-piece faux ivory grips, fully adjustable square-notched rear sight. Included is the original one-piece Colt wood grain box with matching end label, two-piece Styrofoam insert, owner's manual, original sales receipt from Cherry's Inc., and other misc. factory paperwork. Also included is the original wood presentation case that is marked on lid ''Kit Carson Commemorative/1809-1984''; inside of lid with a fitted compartment for and comes with a copy of the book ''Kit Carson's Own Story of His Life''; red velvet line with an inlaid commemorative plaque, and one key. This revolver is in as new condition and appears unfired. Case colors and gold embellishments are vibrant; cylinder with no index line. Lower, back edge of the right grip with a few small handling marks. The box and wood case have been stored in and come with the original shipping box, leaving both in excellent like new condition; book is still sealed in the original plastic. One of only 1,000 produced. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Cased Colt Ned Buntline Commemorative Revolver
Cased Colt Ned Buntline Commemorative Single Action Revolver, #NB0124, .45 LC cal., 12'' barrel, bright nickel finish, factory checkered black plastic eagle and ''Rampant Colt'' grips, tall blade front sight, square-notched fully adjustable rear sight. Left side of barrel is marked ''NED BUNTLINE COMMEMORATIVE''. In wood display case with glass insert, fitted burgundy colored interior, key, and Ned Buntline plaque. In fine lightly used condition, the bright nickel surfaces with micro-scratching, cylinder with a light index line and powder marks to the face. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Grips appear as new. Excellent bore. Wood display case with scattered light scratches and storage wear; interior is excellent. One of 3,000 produced. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 94 Oklahoma Diamond Jubilee Rifle
Winchester Model 94 Oklahoma Diamond Jubilee (1907-1982) Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #ODJ742, .32-40 cal; 23'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked ''Oklahoma Diamond Jubilee'', with a silver beaded blade front sight and buckhorn rear sight. Dark blued receiver with gold embellishments and features various cowboy, Native American, and Oklahoma related scenes to each side. Nicely figured straight grip walnut stock and forend with gold-colored barrel band and crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with commemorative medallion. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative pamphlet, hang tag, and other misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired and retaining approx. 99%+ original finish; metal and wood with a few slight handling marks. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve with some tears and tatters to the edges and is otherwise good. The piece of Styrofoam that holds the end label has become detached but is present. One of only 1,001 produced. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Winchester Model 94 Oliver Winchester Commemorative Rifle
Winchester Model 94 Oliver F. Winchester Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #OFW5283, .38-55 cal; 24'' octagonal barrel with dark blue finish, right side is marked in gold lettering with facsimile of Oliver Winchester's signature, with dovetailed blade front sight, standard elevator rear sight is missing parts; only the base and elevator are present. Gold-colored receiver is roll engraved with western scenes, scroll designs, and Winchester factory on left side. Nicely figured straight grip walnut stock and forend with fleur-de-lis checkering, finished with a gold-colored cap and crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid commemorative medallion. In original box with matching numbered end label, commemorative pamphlet, hang tag, and misc. factory paperwork. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 99%+ original metal finish. Wood shows no mentionable handling wear but is faded from being used as a display piece in the casino; buttstock is a little lighter in color than the forend. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve with some tears and tatters to the edges and is otherwise good. One of 19,999 produced. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/List) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Cased Colt West VA. Cent'l Single Action Revolver
Cased Colt West Virginia Centennial (1863-1963) Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #507WVC, .45 LC cal., 5.5'' barrel, dark blue finish, gold-colored trigger guard, faux pearl grips with silver Colt medallions, unfluted cylinder, standard sights. Left side of barrel is marked ''1863 WEST VIRGINIA CENTENNIAL MODEL 1963''. In wood case with yellow lining, Colt logo on the lid, yellow plastic centennial medallion. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired with intermittent slight handling marks to blue and gold-colored metal surfaces; cylinder has no index line. Grips are as new. Bore is bright. Case is good with storage type wear to the exterior. One of only 600 produced. Est.: $900-$1,400. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Abercrombie Fitch Trailblazer Revolver
Cased Colt Abercrombie & Fitch San Francisco Trailblazer Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #343, .45 LC cal., 7.5'' barrel, blue and gold-colored finish, color case hardened frame, smooth two-piece wood grips with gold Colt medallions, fixed blade front sight and adjustable rear sight. Cylinder is roll engraved with covered wagon scene, and marked ''Trailblazer''; butt is stamped ''San Francisco''. Left side of barrel is marked in gold lettering ''Abercrombie & Fitch Co.'' In original glass top display case that has a removable drawer with blue velvet interior, commemorative plaque, and certificate. The certificate notes that this revolver is #343 of 400 produced. Mfg'd 1966. Condition is excellent, appearing new and unfired. Left grip with a few tiny handling marks. Case is very good showing some moderate storage type marks to the exterior. Est.: $1,200-$1,600. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 94 U.S. Bicentennial Carbine
Winchester Model 94 U.S. Bicentennial (1776-1976) Commemorative Lever Action Carbine, #USA02864, .30-30 cal; 20'' round barrel with blue finish, right side is marked ''Bicentennial 1776-1976'', with dovetailed blade front sight and standard elevator rear sight. Antique silver-finished receiver is roll engraved with ''76'' on one side and an eagle on the other, with blued saddle ring. Straight grip checkered walnut stock and forend, with blued steel barrel bands and crescent buttplate; right side of buttstock with inlaid Winchester Rider medallion. In original box with commemorative owner's manual and hang tag. Condition is excellent, appearing as new and unfired. Nice wood with only a light rub mark on the comb; otherwise shows no handling wear. Bore is mirror bright. Polychrome sleeve with tears and wear at some of the corners and edges; lower half of the Styrofoam box is missing the end opposite the edge with the end label. One of 19,999 produced. Est.: $550-$700. (C&R)
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Colt 125th Anniversary Single Action Army Revolver
Colt 125th Anniversary Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #7108AM, .45 LC cal., 7.5'' barrel, dark blue and gold-colored finish, smooth wood grips with gold Colt medallions, and standard fixed sights. Factory lettering is highlighted in gold; left side of barrel reads ''-125th Anniversary- S.A.A. Model .45 Cal.'' Grips are light in color from being on display in the casino and appear to have been refinished, but this revolver is in otherwise near excellent overall condition. Metal retains approx. 97% original blue with light finish wear at the muzzle, some scattered minor handling marks; most noticeable being a scratch to the left side of the barrel; cylinder with only a very faint index line. Gold-colored surfaces show mild toning and light handling marks. Grips with moderate indentations, predominantly on the left grip. Factory lettering is clear. Bore is bright, appears unfired. One of 7,390 produced. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Colt Arizona Territory Centennial Single Action Army Revolver
Colt Arizona Territory Centennial (1863-1963) Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #1179AC, .45 LC cal., 5.5'' barrel, dark blue and gold-colored finish, faux pearl grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights. Left side of barrel is marked ''1863 - ARIZONA TERRITORAL CENTENNIAL - 1963''. Condition is near excellent, appearing unfired, with only a slight index line between a few of the cylinder stop notches, as well as scattered light marks from handling. Gold finish shows some very slight toning from wall display at Sierra Sid's Casino. Left grip with a tiny blemish to the back edge, otherwise both appear as new. Bore is bright. Exterior of the case is good with some storage type wear, interior is excellent. One of only 200 produced. Est.: $900-$1,400. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Cased Colt Gen. Meade Single Action Army Revolver
Cased Colt Gen. Meade Pennsylvania Campaign Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver, #0049MC, .45 LC cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue and gold-colored finish, two-piece faux ivory grips with gold Colt medallions, standard sights. In its original Colt wood case with gold and black interior. Condition is excellent, appearing unfired, with only a slight index line between a few of the cylinder stop notches. Gold finish shows some very slight toning from wall display at Sierra Sid's Casino. Grips remain as new. Bore is bright. Exterior of the case is good with some storage type wear, interior is excellent. One of only 200 produced. Est.: $900-$1,400. (C&R) (Sierra Sid's Casino, Sparks, NV.)
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Remington/Springfield Model 1870 Saddle Ring Carbine
Antique Remington-U.S. Springfield Model 1870 Breechloading Saddle Ring Carbine, NVSN, .43 CF cal., 20.5'' round barrel with blade front sight (rear sight missing), marked ''43'' at breech; large No. 1 receiver has central hammer and breechblock with auto extraction, saddle ring and bar at left side, marked ''USN/Springfield/1870'' on right side and ''Remington's Patent/Pat. May 3d Nov 15th 1864 April 17th 1866'' on top tang; iron mountings include single spring-retained barrel band, loop trigger guard and carbine buttplate; two-piece oil-finished walnut stocks. Condition is about good. Barrel and buttplate appear to have been rusted and cleaned to bright with pitting remaining; receiver is smooth gunmetal gray with sharp markings. Stocks appear to once have been wet with resulting roughness that was subsequently smoothed over. Action is crisp; bore is clean with overall etching and faint rifling. This enigmatic arm may have originated as a USN Model 1870 rifle that was rejected then sold back to Remington who altered it to carbine configuration and re-sold it to a foreign military (the caliber may be .43 Spanish), thus accounting for its lack of Navy ''anchor'' and inspector's markings. Est.: $300-$450. (Antique)
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Springfield 1873 Trapdoor Military Cadet Rifle
Antique U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Breechloading Military Cadet Rifle, with 1877 Improvements, #439553, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal, 29.5'' round barrel is marked ''V/P/(eagle head)/P'' and ''A'' at breech, has block-blade front (doubles as socket bayonet lug) and adjustable sliding-leaf rear (correctly marked ''R'' for Rifle) sights; trapdoor is marked ''U.S./Model/1873'' at hinge; flat lockplate is marked (spread-wing eagle) left of ''U.S./Springfield'' ahead of hammer; standard iron furniture including two-piece triggerguard, two spring-retained barrel bands (top with stacking swivel, lower with sling swivel), curved buttplate marked ''U.S.'' at top screw, nosecap and button-tip steel ramrod. Oil-stained walnut fullstock with ''ESA (Master Armorer Erskine S. Allin)/1893'' cartouche opposite the lock (faint but legible). Additional 1873 features include flush fit barrel-receiver juncture, and short stock comb; 1877 features include ''low-arch'' breechblock and rear sight with curved base. Condition is very good+. Barrel retains traces of blue in protected areas, and a smooth brownish patina; triggerguard has 50% blue, balance of the metal is smooth gunmetal gray. Stock is sound with light age/use marks and nice reddish color. Action is stout; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Rare, as only 1,050 cadet rifles of this 1877 version were made. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Antique)
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Argentine Model 1879 Rolling Block Rifle
Argentine Model 1879 Rolling Block Rifle, by Remington, NVSN, .43 Spanish cal., 36'' three-banded barrel, blue finish, walnut stock and forend, adjustable rear and standard front sight, with right-side bayonet lug with sling swivels. Condition is excellent as mostly likely arsenal refinished, as so many of these were. Approx. 95% lightly thinning blue remains. Stock and forend are excellent with some oil darkening in places. Cleaning rod is missing. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $450-$650. (Antique)
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Remington Model 1897 Rolling Block Military Rifle
Remington Model 1897 Rolling Block Single-Shot Military Rifle, NVSN, 7x57mm Mauser CF cal., 30'' round barrel with tall block-blade front and adjustable sliding-leaf rear sights, marked ''Cal. 7 M.M.'', has a nosecap with integral bayonet lug and slotted cleaning rod; large No. 1 receiver has central hammer and breechblock with auto extraction, is marked ''Remington Arms Co./Ilion, N.Y. U.S.A./Pat'd. Oct. 22nd, 1901'' in 3 lines on top tang; iron mountings include 2 screw-retained barrel bands (top with sling swivel), loop trigger guard, buttplate; three-piece oil-finished walnut forend and handguard, with sling swivel at belly of buttstock. Mfg'd ca. 1897-1917. Condition is near excellent. Barrel retains approx. 90% thinning military blue, the nosecap and bands 75%, buttplate is gunmetal gray; receiver shows traces of case colors; sharp edges and markings throughout. Stocks are sound and smooth showing most original finish and pleasing grain and color. Action is crisp; bore is bright showing light frosting toward muzzle and sharp rifling. Est.: $750-$950. (C&R)
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Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Infantry Rifle
Antique U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Single-Shot Infantry Rifle, #464774, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal., 32-5/8'' round barrel, block-blade front (doubles as bayonet lug) and adjustable folding-leaf Buffington (correctly marked ''R'' for Rifle) rear sights, marked ''V/P/(eagle head)/P'' and ''A'' at breech; hinged trapdoor breechblock is marked ''U.S./Model/1884'' at front; flat lockplate is marked ''(spread-wing eagle with shield)'' and ''U.S./Springfield'' below latch; steel mountings include two spring-retained barrel bands (top with stacking swivel), two-piece trigger guard with sling swivel at front, curved buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw, nosecap, and slotted button-tip ramrod; one-piece oil-stained walnut fullstock has a very sharp ''SWP'' (Samuel W. Porter) over ''1889'' script inspector's mark opposite lock. Mfg'd ca. 1886-91. Condition is very good+. Barrel retains approx. 85% smooth thinning military blue; bands, trigger guard and nosecap show deep original blue; trapdoor retains brightly mottled case colors; balance of metal is gunmetal gray with sharp edges and clear markings throughout. Stock is solid with marks at butt, a sharp encircled ''P'' proof at belly, and pleasing grain and color. Action is strong; bore shines with deep rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (Antique)
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British Enfield-Snider Two-Band Short Rifle
Antique British Enfield-Snider Two-Band Short Infantry Rifle, altered from a P-1853 Percussion Rifle to Cartridge Breechloader utilizing Snider's Patent, NVSN, .577 Boxer CF cal., 30.5'' round barrel with block-blade front sight, adjustable sliding-leaf rear sight, and right-side bayonet lug behind the muzzle, marked with numerous proof marks and ''25'' at left breech; right-hinged steel breechblock is marked outside ''Snider/Patent'' in an oval surrounding an ''S'' over an arrow, and ''H969'' inside; flat lockplate has a ''(large crown)'' behind the hammer and ''Tower/1875'' ahead; brass trigger guard has a chain-retained firing pin protector mounted at front; two iron barrel bands (front with sling swivel); two sideplate screws with brass ''eared'' escutcheons; oil-stained one-piece walnut stock has brass buttplate and nosecap, sling swivel at belly, and steel ramrod with grooved square-head tip. Condition is very good. Barrel and receiver show a dull, almost phosphate-type finish; hinged breechblock, lockplate and hammer retain bold case colors, the balance of the steel is overall gunmetal gray. Stock is solid and smooth with a few minor handling marks and pleasing grain and color. Action is smooth; bore is bright with light etching toward muzzle and deep rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)
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British Enfield-Snider Cavalry Carbine
Antique British Enfield-Snider Cavalry Carbine, altered from a P-1853 Percussion Arm to Cartridge Breechloader utilizing Snider's Patent, #645, .577 Boxer CF cal., 19.25'' round barrel, block-blade front and adjustable sliding-leaf rear sights, marked with numerous proof marks including ''(broad arrow)/WD'' and ''Steel'' at left breech, and ''645'' at right; the hinged steel breechblock is marked outside ''(broad arrow)/WD'' over ''(crown)/E/83,'' and ''5261'' inside; the flat lockplate has a ''(large crown)/V.R'' behind the hammer and ''(crown)/ V'' over ''1871/Enfield'' ahead; brass trigger guard, buttplate with hinged door opening to trap for segmented cleaning rod (not present) and nosecap; single iron barrel band; two sideplate screws with brass escutcheons; oil-stained one-piece walnut stock. Condition is very good. Iron surfaces show an overall gunmetal gray, brass with light toning. Stock is solid and smooth with a faint right-side Enfield cartouche, minor handling marks and an added coat of varnish. Rear sight has a leather protector held by two screws to prevent catching on a scabbard. Action is smooth; bore is bright with very light overall etching and deep rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Springfield Model 1868 ''Allin'' Trapdoor Infantry Rifle
Antique U.S. Springfield Model 1868 ''Allin'' Trapdoor Infantry Rifle, #42178, .50 CF cal., 32.5'' round barrel with block-blade front (doubles as bayonet lug) and long-range leaf rear sights, marked ''42178'' at breech; ''trapdoor'' breechblock is marked ''1870/(eagle head)/(crossed arrows)/US'' at hinge; beveled lockplate has ''(spread-wing eagle and shield)'' and ''U.S. Springfield'' below breech latch, ''1863'' behind hammer; iron furniture includes two spring-retained barrel bands (top with sling swivel), two-piece trigger guard with sling swivel at front, curved buttplate marked ''US'' at top screw, nosecap, and slotted button-tip ramrod with cannelures; one-piece oil-stained walnut fullstock. Mfg'd ca. 1868-72. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces show a clean and correct ''arsenal bright'' patina with clear markings. Stock lacks the left-side inspector's cartouche, appears to have been smoothed, re-stained and oiled having a very nice appearance; serial nos. correctly match at barrel and receiver. Action is crisp; bore is clean showing light black powder etching with sharp rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)
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Antique Spencer Model 1865 Saddle Ring Cavalry Carbine
Antique Spencer Model 1865 Saddle Ring Cavalry Carbine, #13089, .50 RF cal., 20'' unmarked barrel with block-blade front and sliding-leaf rear sights; steel receiver with serpentine operating lever-trigger guard, right-side back-action lock/hammer, and left-side saddle ring and bar (both removed), marked ''Model 1865'' and ''Spencer Repeating Rifle/Pat'd. - March 6, 1860/Manuf'd. at Prov. R.I./by Burnside Rifle Co.'' on top at breech; two-piece oil-finished walnut stocks, forend retained by a single barrel band, buttstock having a sling stud (swivel missing) at belly and a curved iron buttplate with swiveling door attached to magazine tube running thru stock. Mfg'd ca. 1865-66, with blued barrel, case hardened receiver, band and buttplate. Condition is good. Metal surfaces retain no original finishes but with an overall dark gunmetal gray-brown patina having scattered nicks, scratches, discoloration and pitting; clear markings. Stocks are sound showing the expected marks of age and military use, a deep gouge at left forend, knackering at barrel band, occasional dings to buttstock, and perhaps an old coat of varnish. Action is smooth; bore is clean with overall black-powder erosion and defined rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Antique)
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Antique Halfstock Percussion Plains/Sporting Rifle
Antique Halfstock Percussion Plains or Sporting Rifle, NVSN, .36 cal., 34-5/8'' medium-weight octagonal unmarked barrel has low buckhorn sights; small flat lockplate appears to have been altered from flintlock by the nipple-in-drum method, marked ''R. & W.C. Biddle & Co.'', and has fine-line border and sparse floral engraving at rear as does the hammer; brass furniture includes scrolled finger-rest trigger guard, crescent buttplate with long top and bottom tangs, sheet-brass flash guard to prevent stock from powder burns behind nipple, fillet at lockplate top-front, small oval sideplate, nosecap and three fluted ferrules retaining the hickory ramrod with brass tip; varnished and artificially-striped hardwood (likely walnut-stained maple) halfstock has raised aprons on either side of lock, a low comb, and relief-carved left-side cheekpiece having a fluted bottom edge. Double set triggers. Mfg'd ca. 1840s-60s. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finishes but show an overall smooth gunmetal gray-brown patina with 2'' of black-powder pitting at barrel breech; cleaned brass has a smooth light age patina. Stock is sound and smooth with rope-burned striping showing under darkened stain (likely later). Ramrod is a fine modern replica. Action is smooth but does not hold cock; bore is clean showing overall black-powder etching and deep rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Antique SW 1st Model ''New Departure'' Revolver
Antique Smith & Wesson 38 Safety First Model ''New Departure'' Double Action Revolver, #396, .38 S&W CF cal., 3.25'' round tip-up barrel with pinned blade front sight and notched rear sight, marked with maker's name, address and 1869-85 patent dates on top rib; fluted 5-shot round cylinder has auto cartridge extraction; frame has signature S&W large front hinge, internal hammer, spring-actuated grip safety bar, and integral gripstraps; two-piece finely checkered hard rubber grips have the entwined S&W logo in a circular panel at top. Mfg'd 1887 only, originally with full-nickel plated finish but for blued triggerguard and case hardened trigger. Condition is very good+. Metal surfaces retain approx. 97% original bright nickel, toning on upper areas of barrel, with crisp edges and clear markings; trigger guard retains 99% glossy, dark blue; trigger with muted case colors. Grips show sharp checkering and details, no wear, and fit well. Action is crisp; bore is clean showing overall frosting and sharp rifling; barrel hinge and latch are strong. This model is scarce, with only just over 5,000 produced for one year only: 1887. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Antique SW 3rd Type New Model Russian Revolver
Antique Smith & Wesson 3rd Type ''New Model Russian'' Single Action Revolver, #49953, .44 S&W Russian CF cal., 6.5'' barrel with blade front sight, has an unusual flat-top knurled screw ahead of top barrel latch, the purpose of which is unknown (perhaps for a special type of sight, now missing); barrel is marked with maker's name, address, 1860-65-69 patent dates, and ''Russian Model'' on top rib; fluted round cylinder with auto cartridge extraction; frame has the signature S&W large front hinge, distinctive ''saw-handle'' backstrap profile, spur on the trigger guard, and integral gripstraps with lanyard loop at butt, which also has ''1874'' within a rectangular cartouche; plain two-piece oil-finished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1874-78, originally with full-blued finish. Condition is good. Metal surfaces retain slight traces of original blue in protected areas, but are primarily gunmetal gray with scattered light etching and spots of cleaned light-to-moderate erosion; edges are sharp, markings are clear. Grips are sound, smooth and virtually without marks. Action is crisp and smooth; bore is bright with very light frosting and sharp rifling; barrel hinge and latch are strong. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)
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Antique Pair Large-Bore Flintlock Horsemen's Pistols
Antique Pair of Large-Bore European Flintlock Horsemen's Pistols, perhaps Dutch or Belgian, NVSNs, approx. .69 cal., 9'' round barrels without sights or maker's or proof marks; military style lockplates with rounded rear teats, unmarked but for unidentified ''crown/ON'' and ''crown/W'' proof marks at top between the cock and integral steel pan; brass furniture includes loop trigger guards with long lower tangs reaching to the thick, flat oval buttcaps having fixed lanyard rings, nosecaps, and barrel wedge escutcheons; varnished walnut fullstocks. Mfg'd ca. the 1830s period, about the time percussion arms were being introduced to the military. Condition to both pistols is matching and about very good. Iron surfaces have a cleaned ''armory bright'' finish, the barrels likely having been cleaned of moderate to heavy pitting that would have obscured any markings, brass with light patina (one pistol with 4 ''kill notches'' on upper trigger guard tang). Stocks are solid and mostly smooth with scattered marks from age and military use, and a later coat of varnish. Actions are crisp; smoothbores are clean showing moderate to heavy black powder pitting; pistols appear to be in original flintlock configuration, with unbushed touchholes and original parts. The modern wood case of varnished mahogany is lined in red baize cloth, compartmented for the pair of pistols, and in very good condition. Est.: $800-$1,200/Lot. (Antique)
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Antique Halfstock Percussion Sporting Rifle
Antique Halfstock Percussion Sporting Rifle, marked ''J.M'', NVSN, .36 cal., 38'' octagonal barrel having standard sights, marked ''J.M'' on top flat; small flat lockplate and plain hammer are unmarked; brass furniture includes scrolled finger-rest trigger guard, small patchbox opening to trap in butt for patches and spare nipples, crescent buttplate with long top and bottom tangs, small ''fish''-shaped sideplate, and three ferrules retaining the striped hardwood ramrod with brass tip; varnished and artificially-striped hardwood (likely maple) halfstock has raised aprons on either side of lock, a low comb, raised left-side cheekpiece with a small German-silver arrowhead inlay, and lead nosecap. Double set triggers. Mfg'd ca. 1840s-60s. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finishes but show an overall gunmetal gray-brown age patina with 3.5'' of black-powder pitting at barrel breech and lockplate and hammer; cleaned brass has a smooth light age patina. Stock is sound and smooth with a repair/filler between lockplate and barrel tang, and clear rope-burned striping showing under darkened varnish (some of which is later). Ramrod is a fine modern replica. Action is smooth but does not hold cock; bore is clean showing moderate overall black-powder etching and deep rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Antique Merwin Hulbert Medium-Frame Revolver
Antique Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Medium-Frame Double Action Revolver, with rare folding hammer spur, #25795, .38 CF cal., 3.5'' round barrel, pinned blade front and long groove rear sight, marked with maker's name, address and 1877-80-82-83 patent dates on top rib, has bottom-left button to allow removal, twists to right for cartridge loading/extraction, along with fluted 5-shot round cylinder; frame is marked ''38 Cal'' at left, has left-side access plate, right-side sliding loading gate, bottom barrel-release button and integral square-butt gripstraps containing two-piece checkered black hard rubber grips with raised borders and a circular panel at top. Mfg'd ca. 1880s, originally with full-blued finish, case hardened hammer and trigger. Condition is fine+. Metal surfaces retain approx. 50% overall deep, glossy blue; hammer and trigger show mottled case colors. Grips show sharp checkering and designs, light wear at sides of butt, and fit well. Edges, screw heads and markings are sharp; action is crisp; bore is bright showing very light frosting at muzzle and fine rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)*
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Antique Sharps No. 1-A 4-Barrel Pepperbox
Antique Sharps No. 1-A Four-Barrel Pepperbox Pistol, #45509, .22 RF cal., blued 2.5'' barrel cluster has tiny pin front sight, slides forward for cartridge loading/extraction; silver-plated brass frame with integral spurtrigger sheath and grip straps, has a circular ''C. Sharps/Patent 1859'' marking on left side, and ''C. Sharps & Co./Philada. PA'' on right, a front barrel release button, and hammer with sequential rotating firing pin; one-piece brown gutta percha grips have a relief floral/vine design. Mfg'd ca. 1859-74. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish, being smooth gunmetal gray steel and bright cleaned brass. Grips are smooth and solid with highpoint wear and a shallow 1/8'' chip out at right toe. Action is tight and smooth; bores are bright with light etching toward muzzles and distinct rifling; barrel lockup is secure. Est.: $350-$500. (Antique)*
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Antique Colt 2nd Model New Line Revolver
Antique Colt 2nd Model ''New Line 32'' Single Action Spurtrigger Revolver, #10718, .32 CF cal., 2.25'' barrel with blade front sight, marked with maker's name and ''Hartford, CT U.S.A.'' on top, etched ''Colt New 32'' on left side, and stamped ''Pat. Sept. 15, 1874'' beneath; long-fluted 5-shot round cylinder; solid frame is marked ''32 Cal'' on left, has a long top sighting-groove, integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' grip straps two-piece finely checkered hard rubber grips with ''Colt'' in a panel at top. Mfgd ca. 1873-84, originally with blued barrel and cylinder, case hardened frame, hammer and trigger. Condition is fine+. Barrel and cylinder retain approx. 75% deep original blue; frame, hammer and trigger retain 85% strong case colors. Grips retain sharps checkering and Colt logo with the tiniest bit of highpoint wear. Edges and markings are sharp but for the barrel caliber etching, which is mostly indistinct. Action is jammed; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (Antique)
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Antique European Perc. Muff Pistol
Antique European (possibly French) Single-Shot Boxlock Percussion Muff Pistol, #1, .44 cal., 2'' round screw-off barrel is marked with a tiny ''1'' at breech; floral engraved steel frame is marked with a corresponding tiny ''1'', has a nicely-shaped central hammer, flash guard, right-side fluted nipple bolster and a checkered folding trigger that drops down on cocking; one-piece ebonized hardwood grips with a German silver buttcap having a relief cast grotesque-mask lid opening to a trap for caps (two present). Condition is near excellent. Barrel retains approx. 90% original Damascus finish, the balance of the metal being clean and bright with sharp edges and engraving. Grips are sound and smooth with all of their original finish and a small chip at right-side frame juncture. Action is crisp and smooth; bore is clean having very deep multi-groove rifling. Est.: $300-$500. (Antique)
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Antique English Screw-Barrel Perc. Pistol
Antique English Screw-Barrel Single-Shot Percussion Pistol, NVSN, approx. .45 cal., 1.75'' round iron barrel has border engraving at muzzle and an integral wrench lug with adjacent proof mark; brass boxlock frame has a gracefully-shaped hammer, fancy curved flash shield, sliding rear safety, blued folding trigger that drops when the hammer is cocked, another proof mark ahead of trigger, and is floral engraved with ''Moore'' within a ribbon on left side, and ''London'' on right; finely-checkered and varnished walnut (perhaps root wood), bag-style grips have a diamond-shape silver wrist inlay marked ''CN/RN'' (Royal Navy?). Mfg'd ca. 1840s-50s. Condition is good. Barrel retains no original finish but is a smooth gunmetal gray overall; the frame has a darkened age tone with clear engraving and markings; trigger retains bright fire-blue. Grips are sound and smooth with only light wear and much original finish. Action is stout; smoothbore is clean with light frosting. Est.: $350-$500. (Antique)
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Antique French Boxlock Pinfire Pistol
Antique French Double-Barrel Boxlock Pinfire Pocket Pistol, NVSN, approx. 9mm cal., 4'' barrel group with pin front sight on central rib, marked with ''E'' over what appears to be ''crossed-swords'' proof marks at both breeches; square-section steel frame has double boxlock hammers, a swivel latch beneath to release the tip-up barrels, double folding triggers that automatically drop open when hammers are cocked, integral grip straps, scroll engraving overall, marked ''Plotton Fels'' on right beneath barrels and ''St Etienne'' on left; one-piece ebonized European hardwood grips have long carved flutes terminating in a fluted steel buttcap with lanyard ring. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but are a smooth gunmetal gray tone (barrels may have originally had a Damascus pattern); all edges, engraving and markings are sharp. Grips are sound and smooth with 50% original ebony varnish. Actions are smooth and operate correctly; bores are bright with light etching toward muzzles and deep rifling; barrel locks up tightly. Est.: $350-$500. (Antique)
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Antique Remington-Elliot Spurtrigger Derringer
Antique Remington-Elliot Single-Shot Spurtrigger Derringer, #7501, .41 RF cal., 2.5'' round barrel with pin front sight, marked with maker's name, address and ''Elliot Pat. Aug. 27, 1867'' in 2 lines on top, has two tiny British (?) proof marks beneath; iron frame with octagonal front section, has integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' grip straps; two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1867-88, originally with full-blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel retains approx. 75% glossy thinning blue with light discoloration at left side; frame retains no original finish but is smooth gunmetal gray with a bit of minor knackering at butt; hammer and trigger show bright fire-blue. Grips are solid and smooth with 80% varnish. Action is crisp; bore is bright with deep rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)
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Antique Merimack Arms Southerner Derringer
Antique Merrimack Arms Co. ''Southerner'' Spurtrigger Derringer, #2289, .41 RF cal., 2.5'' octagonal barrel with small blade front sight, marked ''Southerner'' on top and ''Merrimack Arms & Mfg. Co./Newburyport, Mass./Patented April 9, 1867'' on left side, pivots to left for cartridge loading/auto extraction; iron frame has integral spurtrigger sheath and grip straps; two-piece varnished rosewood grips. Mfg'd 1866-69, originally with blued barrel and case hardened frame. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces show no original finish, but a smooth gunmetal gray barrel, and a frame that has silvered out; all edges and markings are sharp. Grips are sound with an added coat of linseed oil. Action is tight and smooth; bore is brilliant with deep rifling; barrel hinge is sound. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Antique Ballard Spurtrigger Derringer
Antique C.H. Ballard Single-Shot Spurtrigger Derringer, #2406, .41 RF cal., 2-7/8'' round-to-octagonal tip-up barrel with tiny blade front sight, is marked ''Ballard's'' on top flat, and ''C.H. Ballard & Co. /Worcester, Mass./Pat'd. June 22, 1869'' on left side, has auto-extraction, knurled barrel-release catch and large hinge beneath; brass frame has a standing breech and integral spurtrigger sheath and ''bird's head'' grip straps; varnished two-piece plain walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1870, originally with blued barrel and silver-plated frame. Condition is very good. Barrel retains small traces of blue in protected areas, and is otherwise gunmetal gray; frame also retains traces of darkened original finish, and light toning. Grips are smooth and solid with most original varnish. Action is crisp; bore is clean with light frosting and defined rifling. Ballard derringers are scarce today, as only a few thousand were mfg'd. 150 years ago. Est.: $500-$700. (Antique)
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Antique Remington Vest Pocket Derringer
Antique Remington Vest Pocket Single Shot Spurtrigger Derringer, #4107, .41 RF cal., 3.75'' round-to-octagonal barrel with pin front sight, marked with maker's name, address and 1861-64 patent dates in two lines on top flat; No. 3 size frame with unique hinged ''split breech'', auto extraction, central hammer, and integral spurtrigger sheath and gripstraps; varnished two-piece rosewood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1865-88, originally with full nickel-plated finish. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain approx. 85% bright original nickel with a quarter-inch patch missing on right frame and discoloration/minor finish etching to hammer and frame, split breech and gripstraps, light knackering to butt. Grips are sound and smooth with a later coat of linseed oil. Action is smooth; bore is clean with light etching and pronounced rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)
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Antique SW No. 1 2nd Issue Spurtrigger Revolver
Antique Smith & Wesson No. 1 2nd Issue Single Action Spurtrigger Revolver, #87033, .22 Short RF cal., 3-3/16'' tip-up octagonal barrel with nickel silver sight blade, marked with maker's name and address on top rib, has upper hinge with notched rear sight on cylinder stop and projecting bottom latch; 7-shot round cylinder has 1855-59-60 patent dates on its circumference; solid frame has a central hammer, integral spurtrigger sheath and flat-bottom gripstraps; two-piece varnished rosewood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1860-68, originally with blued barrel and cylinder and silver-plated frame. Condition is very good+. Barrel and cylinder retain traces of blue with a smooth gunmetal tone; frame shows 80% tarnished silver. Grips are smooth and fit well with most original glossy finish. Action is strong and smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling; barrel hinge and latch are secure; all edges and markings are sharp. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)*
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Antique Colt Ejectorless Pocket Revolver
Antique Colt Ejectorless Pocket Revolver, #315963, .38 CF cal., 3.5'' barrel with pin front sight, marked with maker's name and ''Hartford, CT U.S.A.'' on top; rebated 5-shot round cylinder has the ''stagecoach holdup'' rolled scene; frame with conversion ring on the recoil shield, is marked ''P'' in hammer channel; brass backstrap, and trigger guard marked ''38 Cal'' on left bolster (stamped over the original ''31 Cal'' marking); one-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1873-80, originally with blued barrel, cylinder and trigger, case hardened frame and hammer, and likely unfinished brass. Condition is very good. Barrel and cylinder retain no original finish but a smooth blue-brown patina, with a clear cylinder scene and scattered light marks to barrel; frame and hammer show traces of case colors but have mostly silvered-out; straps are cleaned and lightly-toned. Grips are smooth and solid with 50% varnish. Action is smooth and crisp; bore is bright with sharp rifling; serial numbers match. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)
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Antique Remington Model 1889 SXS Hammer Shotgun
Antique Remington Model 1889 SXS Double-Barrel Hammer Shotgun, NVSN, 10 ga., 32'' steel barrels, bead front sight, marked ''Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N.Y. U.S.A.'' on matted top rib; top lever opens receiver, which is marked ''Remington Arms Co.'' on both sides, hammers have the nearly-circular M-1889 profiles; two-piece varnished walnut stocks, forend with a tip insert and removal lever, pistol-grip buttstock checkered at wrist and with plain hard rubber shotgun buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1885-1909, with full-blued finish. Condition is good to very good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but an overall dark color with occasional discoloration/light pitting and scattered shallow denting to barrel. Stocks are sound (forend is a probable replacement) showing light marks and moderately worn checkering to buttstock, which has an added coat of varnish. Breech locks (but advise against firing); actions work well; bores are dark showing moderate etching. Est.: $300-$450. (Antique)
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English SxS Perc. Elephant/Large Game Gun
Restored Antique English SXS Double-Barrel Percussion Muzzleloading Rifled Elephant/Large Game ''Stopping'' Gun, #8509, approx. 8 ga. or .83.5 cal., 30'' Damascus twist barrels, dovetailed ivory blade front and unusual three-leaf folding rear sights, marked on top rib at breech ''Will'm Hinson (?) Makers London'' (obscured but appears to read thus); case hardened back-action locks with raised flash guards are finely engraved in the English style as is the breech having clean-out screws, blued hammers and barrel tang; oil-finished walnut halfstock is checkered at wrists and forend; mountings include bronze-finished finger-rest trigger guard, brass right-side patchbox engraved with a recumbent lion scene, blued iron buttplate with long top tang engraved and marked ''8509,'' vacant German-silver shield inlay at top wrist, two engraved oval iron barrel wedge escutcheons, matching ferrule at forend, two iron sling mounts (no swivels), and two plain ferrules retaining the brass-tipped hardwood ramrod. Likely mfg'd ca. 1850s-1870s. Condition is good as restored, refinished and re-stocked. Barrels retain strong twist patterns with an overall coat of varnish, other metal surfaces show most of their added finishes. Stock may be a modern replacement that is sound, smooth, and with sharp checkering; metal engraving remains mostly clear and sharp. Actions are strong and smooth; 8-groove bores show overall moderate black-powder etching and remain deeply rifled. Est.: $350-$500. (Antique)
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Antique Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver
Antique Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver, #101352, .38 CF cal., 4.75'' round barrel with high blade front sight and right-side ejector rod, marked with maker's name and address on top in two lines, and ''Colt. D.A. 38'' on left side; knurled cylinder pin retains the 6-shot long-fluted round cylinder that is marked with a tiny ''V'' on front face, and ''352'' at rear; solid frame is marked with patent dates in 3 lines and an encircled ''Rampant Colt'' logo at left front; hinged right-side loading gate is correctly batch-marked ''281''; steel ''bird's head'' gripstraps with two-piece checkered black hard rubber grips having the Rampant Colt in an oval relief panel at top. Originally with blued and case hardened finishes. Mfg'd ca. 1895. Condition is very good. Metal is smooth light gunmetal gray overall with traces of finish in protected places; markings are crisp. Tip of ejector rod housing with what appears to be a small patch of silver solder. Grips show significant wear to the checkering and Colt logo, but no damage. Action functions in single action, but hammer does not cock in double action; bore is shiny with sharp rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (Antique)
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Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle, 3rd Type, #136741A, .38-40 CF cal., 26'' octagonal barrel, standard open rifle sights, marked with maker's name, address and King's Improvement patent dates in two lines on top flat and ''38-Cal'' at breech; full-length mag tube beneath; receiver has loop operating lever that drops breech for auto cartridge loading and top ejection, a sliding dustcover, is marked ''Model 1873'' flanked by feather-like flourishes at top tang, ser. no. at bottom tang, and ''38 Cal.'' on bottom of brass cartridge lifter; oil-finished walnut forearm with steel nosecap and matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate having a sliding door opening to a butt trap for a jointed cleaning rod (not present). Mfg'd ca. 1883, in blued finish but for case hardened hammer, lever and buttplate. Condition is very good. Barrel retains approx. 40% thinning original blue, receiver with 50% thinning blue, casehardened parts are gunmetal gray. Stocks are solid with minor marks, pleasing grain and color, and an added thin coat of varnish. Edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth and sure; bore is clean showing overall light frosting and defined rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (Antique)*
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Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle, #267092, .32 WCF (.32-20) cal., 24-3/8'' round barrel, standard open rifle sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1884 patent date ahead of rear sight, and the caliber at breech; full-length mag. tube beneath; receiver has loop operating lever that drops breech for auto cartridge loading and top ejection, is marked ''Model 1892/Winchester/Trade Mark'' at top tang and ser. no. at bottom front; oil-finished walnut forearm with steel nosecap and matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1904, in full blued finish. Condition is fine. Metal retains approx. 75% original blue (likely with a bit of later touch-up to barrel; buttplate is dark gunmetal gray). Stocks are solid and smooth with minor marks but for a couple shallow gouges behind bottom tang. Edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth; bore is clean showing black-powder etching toward breech and defined rifling. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)
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Antique Remington New Model Army Perc. Revolver
Antique Civil War Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver, #123768, .44 cal., blued 8'' octagonal barrel with screw-in blade front sight, is marked with the maker's name, address, 1858 patent date and ''New Model'' on top flat, ''D'' and ''R'' on left/right flats respectively; matching hinged loading lever; plain blued round 6-shot cylinder has safety notches at rear; blued-steel solid frame marked ''R'' on both sides at breech, has a long top sighting groove and integral grip straps; brass trigger guard marked ''D'' at front screw; two-piece oil-stained walnut grips with ''BH'' initials (likely of U.S. inspector Benjamin Hannis) within a rectangular cartouche on left panel. Mfg'd ca. 1863-75. Condition is near fine. Blued surfaces retain perhaps 50% deep black-blue with sharp markings and edges and the scattered marks and light erosion expected of a military arm, brass with light patina. Grips are smooth and solid with a sharp inspector's cartouche. Action is strong and crisp; bore is brilliant with sharp rifling. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)
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Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver
Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver, #197344, .32 WCF (.32-20) cal., 4.75'' round barrel with blade front sight, marked with maker's name and address in two lines on top and ''32 W.C.F.'' at left; 6-shot fluted round cylinder is marked ''422'' on rear face; solid frame has long top sighting groove, right-side hinged loading gate (batch marked ''2088'') and marked with the two-line 1871-72-75 patent dates to the left of a circular ''Rampant Colt'' logo; two-piece steel gripstraps and two-piece checkered hard rubber grips having the Rampant Colt logo within an oval relief panel at top. Mfg'd ca. 1900, originally with blued barrel, cylinder and gripstraps, case hardened frame and hammer. Frame is #197344; cylinder and gripstraps are #195422. Condition is very good as configured. Barrel and ejector rod retain approx. 20% blue, mostly in protected areas, straps have good traces of blue, cylinder is gunmetal gray; frame shows case colors at front but has largely slivered out. Grips show sharp checkering and details with highpoint wear, no marks and fit well. Edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver
Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver, #255043, .41 Colt CF cal., 7.5'' barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address on top, and ''(Bisley Model) 41 Colt'' on left side; fluted round 6-shot cylinder; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch numbered ''5672''), characteristic low hammer spur, two-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and an encircled Rampant Colt logo on left side; ''humped'' steel gripstraps have two-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt in an oval panel at top. Mfg'd ca. 1904. Condition is good as refinished. Barrel and ejector rod housing retain approx. 75% dark blue (missing at left model/caliber marking, nicks at top); cylinder is a dull military-style blue, frame and straps have matching dark blue. Grips with heavily worn checkering and a tiny chip at left bottom but no damage and fit well. Edges and markings are good; action is smooth; bore is clean with scattered etching toward muzzle and sharp rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Antique Colt Model 1877 ''Lightning'' Revolver
Antique Colt Model 1877 ''Lightning'' Double Action Revolver, #50388, .38 Colt CF cal., 4.5'' barrel with ejector and standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in two lines on top, and etched ''Colt D.A. 38'' on left side; long-fluted round 6-shot cylinder; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch numbered ''698''), is marked with the three-line 1871-74-75 patent dates on left side; characteristic ''saw handle'' steel gripstraps have two-piece finely-checkered hard rubber ''bird's head'' grips with Rampant Colt logo in an oval panel at top. Mfg'd ca. 1884, with full nickel plate finish. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain approx. 75% original nickel with losses mainly confined to right side and top of barrel at breech, ejector rod, front edge of cylinder, and gripstraps; trigger and most screw heads show bright fire-blue. Grips have moderately worn checkering and design but no damage and fit well. Edges and markings are sharp, barrel etching is faint but legible; action is smooth; bore is bright showing scattered etching and sharp rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (Antique)
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Colt ''Lightning'' Small Frame Slide-Action Rifle
Colt ''Lightning'' Small Frame Slide-Action Rifle, #83112, .22 S-L RF cal., 24'' octagonal barrel with standard sights has rare quarter-inch factory-threaded area at muzzle (likely for a flash hider), marked with maker's name, address and 1883-85-86-87 patent dates on top, and ''22 Cal.'' at left breech; half-length mag tube; receiver has sliding top ejection-port cover and integral loop trigger guard, marked ''83112'' on lower tang; two-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, sliding grip-forend with checkering, buttstock with checkered hard rubber carbine buttplate having the ''Rampant Colt'' logo. Mfg'd. ca. 1904, originally in full-blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel and mag tube retain perhaps 15% original blue mixing with blue-brown patina, receiver with traces of blue. Stocks are solid with scattered marks, worn checkering, and an added coat of varnish; buttplate with very good checkering and worn logo details. Action is smooth; bore is dark showing overall black-powder erosion and shallow rifling. Est.: $350-$500. (C&R)
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Antique Winchester M.1892 Lever Action Rifle
Antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle, #131151, .44 W.C.F. (.44-40) cal., 24'' octagonal barrel, standard open rifle sights, marked with maker's name and address on top and caliber at breech; full-length mag tube beneath; receiver has loop operating lever that opens breech for auto cartridge chambering-top ejection, marked ''Model 1892/Wincheste /Pat. Oct. 14, 1884'' on top tang and ser. no. at bottom front; oil-finished walnut forearm with steel nosecap and matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1896, in full blued finish. Condition is good to very good as partially refinished. Barrel retains approx. 97% of what appears to be original blue, with sharp edges and markings; balance of the metal has been refinished in a later-style black-blue. Stocks are solid and smooth and virtually unmarked, having a later varnish finish that has flaking/losses to sides of buttstock. Action is crisp; bore is bright showing black-powder etching toward breech and sharp rifling. Est.: $800-$1,000. (Antique)*
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Antique Marlin Model 1889 Lever Action Rifle
Antique Marlin Model 1889 Lever Action Rifle, #41349, .38 Win. (.38-40) CF cal., blued 24'' round barrel with dovetailed long-blade front and buckhorn rear sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1887-89 patent dates in two lines on top, and ''38 W'' at breech; tubular under-barrel cartridge magazine; blued receiver with side ejection is marked ''Marlin Safety'' on top and ser. no. at lower front; loop operating lever with latch at rear; varnished walnut forearm with steel nosecap, matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd 1890. Condition is very good. Barrel and mag tube retain perhaps 10% original blue in protected areas and the balance an overall smooth brown patina with sharp edges and markings; case hardened hammer, lever and buttplate have mostly darkened/silvered out. Stocks are sound showing light marks of age and use, nice grain and color, and a later coat of varnish. Action is smooth; bore is clean with good rifling. The Model 1889 was the first Marlin rifle to feature the new side-ejection. Est.: $400-$600. (Antique)*
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Antique Marlin Model 1891 Takedown Lever Action Rifle
Antique Marlin Model 1891 Takedown Lever Action Rifle, #81325, .32 RF cal., 28'' round barrel with dovetailed German silver blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, marked with maker's name, address and patent dates in two lines ahead of rear sight; 3/4-length under-barrel magazine tube; solid frame with right-side cartridge ejection and knurled takedown knob marked ''Marlin Safety'' flanked by feather-like finials on top, and ''81325'' at bottom front; loop operating lever; varnished walnut stocks with steel nosecap and crescent rifle buttplate. Mfg'd 1893. Condition is very good. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 60% thin but glossy blue; receiver with about 40% thin blue; lever and hammer show hints of case colors but have mostly silvered out, nosecap and buttplate are a dark gunmetal gray. Stocks are smooth and solid showing normal age/use marks, a 1.25'' patch of filler ahead of the buttplate tang, and most of what may be original varnish finish. Action is smooth; bore is overall etched with very good rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Antique)*
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Antique Marlin Model 1889 Saddlering Carbine
Antique Marlin Model 1889 Lever Action Saddlering Carbine, #46662, .44-40 CF cal., 20'' round barrel with buckhorn sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1887-89 patent dates in two lines ahead of rear sight, and ''44 W.'' behind; full-length under-barrel magazine tube is retained by a single band at muzzle; solid frame with left-side saddle stud and ring and right-side cartridge ejection, marked on top ''Marlin Safety'' flanked by feather-like finials, and ''46662'' at bottom front; loop operating lever with rear catch; varnished walnut forend with a single barrel band, and matching buttstock with carbine buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1891. Condition is good to very good. Metal surfaces show an overall smooth gunmetal gray with sharp edges and clear markings, and a bit of knackering at top right of receiver. Stocks are smooth and solid, the forend with a later coat of varnish, the buttstock with wood repairs where once broken at wrist and a later light oil-stained finish. Action is smooth; bore is overall frosted with defined rifling. The Model 1889 carbine is scarce, with only 8,354 made, and especially so in this .44-40 caliber. Est.: $700-$1,200. (Antique)*
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Winchester Model 1895 Sporting Carbine
Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Sporting Carbine, #108651, .30 Gov't. 1906 (.30-40 Krag) CF cal., 22'' round barrel with dovetailed Stewart bead-blade front and folding-leaf rear sights, marked ''Nickel Steel Barrel/Especially for Smokeless Powder'' and the caliber at left breech; receiver with unique box magazine and loop operating lever below, has large adjustable Lyman receiver sight and is marked with maker's name, address and numerous patent dates on left side, ''Model 1895/Winchester'' and trade mark/pat. off. marks at top tang, ser. no. at lower; two-piece oil-finished walnut stocks, forend with an ebony wedge inlay at its Schnabel tip, buttstock with a sling stud (no swivel) at belly and steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd. c. 1915, in fill-blued finish. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces retain approx. 10%-15% original blue, mainly in protected places, the balance a clean gunmetal gray with sharp edges and markings. Stocks are smooth showing normal handling/use marks with a shallow 1.25'' gouge at left bottom edge and an added coat of varnish to buttstock. Action is smooth; bore is clean showing overall frosting and defined rifling. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 1885 Low-Wall Sporting Rifle
Antique Winchester Model 1885 ''Low-Wall'' Single Shot Sporting Rifle, #24674, .22 Long RF cal., blued 24.25'' octagonal barrel, dovetailed white-dot front and adjustable rear sights, marked with maker's name and address on top flat, and ''22 Long'' at breech; case hardened ''Thickside'' receiver has serpentine operating lever that drops action open for cocking, loading and extraction, has a folding adjustable peep top-tang sight, marked ''Pat. Oct. 7th 79'' and ''24674'' on lower tang; varnished forend has an ebony insert at Schnabel tip, matching buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1888. Condition is fine. Barrel retains approx. 85% smooth original blue; receiver and buttplate have silvered out. Stocks are sound with knackering and loss of finish to forend, buttstock with much original finish and nice grain and color. Action is smooth; bore is clean and bright with pronounced rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)*
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Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver
Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver, #272392, .32 WCF (.32-20) cal., 7.5'' barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address on top, and ''(Bisley Model) 32 W.C.F.'' on left side; fluted round 6-shot cylinder is marked ''208'' at rear; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch numbered ''2052''), characteristic low hammer spur, two-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and an encircled Rampant Colt logo on left side; ''humped'' steel gripstraps have two-piece plain wood grips. Mfg'd ca. 1905. Condition is about very good. Trigger guard retains approx. 25% original blue, trigger sides show bright fire blue, the balance of the metal is bright with cleaned areas of pitting to left side of barrel and ejector housing. Grips are plain wood replacements. Edges and markings are good; action is smooth; bore is bright with light frosting and sharp rifling. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver
Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver, #288319, .44-40 CF cal., 5.5'' round barrel with ejector and standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address on top, and ''Colt Frontier Six Shooter'' on left side; fluted round 6-shot cylinder; solid frame has right-side loading gate (batch numbered ''44''), characteristic low hammer spur, two-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and an encircled Rampant Colt logo on left side; ''humped'' steel gripstraps have two-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt in an oval panel at top. Mfg'd ca. 1907. Condition is very good. Barrel, ejector rod and trigger guard loop retain good traces of original blue, cylinder flutes approx. 90% blue, frame shows case colors at front but is otherwise silvered out, the balance of the metal is smooth gunmetal gray with scattered roughness. Grips show only light wear, no losses and fit well. Edges and markings are sharp; action is strong and smooth; bore shines with scattered etching and sharp rifling. Only 6,803 Bisleys were mfg'd in this caliber. Est.: $750-$1,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Remington No. 5 Rolling Block Saddle Ring Carbine
Remington No. 5 Rolling Block Single-Shot Saddle Ring Carbine, #790, 7mm CF cal., 20.5'' round barrel with standard sights, marked ''790'' and ''Cal. 7 M.M.'' on top, large No. 1 receiver has auto extraction, integral trigger guard, left-side saddle ring and bar, and marked with maker's name, address and ''Patented Oct'r. 22nd, 1902'' in three lines on upper tang; three-piece oil-finished walnut stocks, the forend held by a single barrel band having a right-side sling swivel, the upper handguard with steel caps at either end, the buttstock with a right-side sling swivel and steel buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1897-1905, originally with blued barrel, case hardened receiver and buttplate. Condition is very good+. Barrel retains a thin, smooth bluish-gray color, receiver's case colors have silvered out, the balance of the metal has no original finish but is gunmetal gray. Stocks are solid and virtually unmarked (likely having been sanded), have a smooth oil finish and excellent appearance. Markings are sharp; action is strong and smooth; bore is clean showing mild frosting and sharp rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Colt ''Lightning'' Small Frame Slide-Action Rifle
Colt ''Lightning'' Small Frame Slide-Action Rifle, #44874, .22 S-L RF cal., 24'' tapered octagonal barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1883-85-86-87 patent dates on top, and ''22 Cal.'' at left breech; half-length mag tube; receiver has sliding top ejection-port cover and integral loop trigger guard, is marked with the ''Rampant Colt'' on left side and ''44874'' on lower tang; twp-piece oil-stained walnut stocks, the sliding grip-forend with outline border, the buttstock with checkered hard rubber carbine buttplate having the Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd ca. 1900, originally in full blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel, mag tube and receiver retain approx. 70%-75% original blue showing general scratching, fine pitting, and possible tool marks above the forend and near brass loading gate. Wood with scattered moderate dings and scratches, with a full-length secured crack on forend and added finish that shows thinning or losses in the handling areas. Buttplate with sharp checkering and lightly worn logo. Action is smooth; bore is bright showing light frosting and sharp rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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Antique Colt Lightning Sheriff's Model Revolver
Antique Colt Lightning Sheriff's Model Double-Action Revolver, with holster, #44700, .38 Colt CF cal., 2'' round barrel with blade front sight and no ejector, unmarked; long-fluted 6-shot round cylinder; solid frame has right-side loading gate and three-line 1871-74-75 patent dates at lower left; loop triggerguard is marked ''38 Cal'' at left-rear web, distinctive ''saw handle'' backstrap and two-piece checkered hard rubber ''bird's head'' grips with Rampant Colt logo. Mfg'd ca. 1883, perhaps in full nickel-plated finish. Condition is about good. Metal surfaces retain no original finish but have been cleaned with scattered pitting remaining, markings are legible. Grips have moderate wear to checkering and designs but no losses, and fit well. Barrel may have been shortened to this length, and front sight re-set, during the period of use. Action is smooth; bore is clean showing sharp rifling. Fitted russet leather ''Mexican Loop'' holster has retaining strap, sound stitching, and smooth finish. Est.: $300-$500. (Antique)
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Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine
Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine, #238475, .25-35 WCF cal., 20'' barrel with raised-ramp blade and adjustable sliding rear sights, marked with maker's name, address, model and caliber at left breech; receiver with saddle ring and stud on left side is marked ''Model 1894/Winchester/Trade Mark'' on top tang, and ser. no. at bottom front; loop operating lever opens breech for cocking/ejection; oil-stained walnut forend is retained by a single barrel band, matching buttstock with checkered steel buttplate having a thin white spacer. Mfg'd ca. 1902. Condition is good. Metal surfaces are dark gunmetal gray showing scattered light discoloration. Possible replacement stock is solid with light age/use marks and perhaps a light added coat of varnish to buttstock; forend shows crack in front of barrel band. Action is smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Pre-War/Post-War Winchester Model 64 Lever Action Rifle
Pre-War/Post-War Winchester Model 64 Lever Action Rifle, #1377111, .219 Zipper cal., 26'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock with fluted comb, factory checkered steel buttplate, standard hooded bead front sight and bolt mounted rear peep sight; missing rear sight. Rifle additionally features half magazine and dovetail rear sight blank. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% thinning original blue; areas of finish loss with some reddish/brown oxidation and toning. Barrel and upper tang with intermittent spots of oxidation. Stock with general mostly moderate scratches and impressions, with an older coat of added finish that shows some handling wear. Left side of wrist with a small chip at frame. Good action, fine bore. Rare in this caliber. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 94 Deluxe Lever Action Carbine
Winchester Model 94 Lever Action Carbine, #1069737, .30 WCF (.30-30) cal., 20'' round barrel, tall pinned bead-blade front and buckhorn rear sights, marked with maker's name and address at right breech, and model, maker, ''Nickel Steel'' and caliber at left breech; full-length mag tube below; receiver has loop operating lever that opens breech for cartridge chambering/top ejection, marked ''Winchester/Trade Mark/Made in U.S.A.'' on top tang, ser. no. at bottom front; varnished walnut forearm has checkered panel and single barrel band, matching buttstock is checkered at both wrists and has a Whiteline rubber buttpad. Mfg'd ca. 1930, with full-blued finish. Condition is fine. Blued surfaces retain approx. 85% original blue with wear mainly confined to receiver bottom. Stocks are solid with normal use marks (heavier on left-side buttstock), sharp checkering and much finish, butt pad is a later replacement. Sharp edges and markings; action is crisp; bore is bright with overall light frosting and good rifling. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 62 Takedown Slide-Action Rifle
Winchester Model 62 Takedown Slide-Action Rifle, #54999, .22 S-L-LR RF cal., 23'' round barrel with dovetailed bead-blade front sight and notched rear, marked with maker's name and address on right side, model and caliber on left; steel receiver has sliding breech with rebounding firing pin, integral loop trigger guard, ser. no. at lower front and bottom tang, knurled left-side takedown screw, and folding adjustable peep tang sight; two-piece varnished walnut stocks, the sliding front grip with finger grooves, the buttstock with checkered hard rubber buttplate having the ''Winchester Repeating Arms Co.'' circular logo. Mfg'd ca. 1937, in full blued finish. Condition is about fine. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 90% original blue, receiver with 20% thinning blue. Stocks sound with scattered light marks and most original finish, buttplate with lightest wear and sharp details. Action is smooth; bore is clean showing defined rifling. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 52 Bolt Action Rifle
Winchester Model 52 Bolt Action Rifle, #6295. .22 LR cal., 28'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock, globe front, dovetailed scope mounts to rear portion of barrel, as well as one Olympic sight rail mount (no rear sight); one factory magazine. Mfg'd 1926. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 97% blue to barrel and receiver; trigger guard has flaked somewhat yet still retains approx. 75%-80% blue. Stock is excellent with just minor impressions. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$700. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 43 Bolt Action Rifle
Winchester Model 43 Bolt Action Rifle, #18088, .218 Bee cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock, with one factory magazine, sling swivels and 1'' leather sling. Topped with a Kollmorgen Bear Cub 4-power scope on Weaver rings and mounts. Ca. 1951. Condition is about excellent retaining approx. 95%+ original factory blue. Stock with very light impressions and some thinning to the checkered steel buttplate. Good action, bright bore, clear scope optics. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Remington Model 25 Takedown Slide Action Carbine
Remington Model 25 Takedown Slide Action Carbine, #16534, .32 WCF (.32-20) cal., 18'' round barrel with dovetailed bead-blade front, plugged rear and Lyman adjustable receiver-tang peep sights, marked with maker's name, address and numerous patent dates in two lines on top, ''Remington/Trade Mark'' at breech, ''R.E.P.'' in an oval cartouche at right, and ''32 WCF'' at left; receiver with right ejection and left knurled takedown screw, marked ''Model 25/16534'' at left, has sliding safety at rear trigger guard web; varnished two-piece walnut stocks, forend with finger-grooves, buttstock with sling stud (no swivel) at belly and grooved steel buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1923-35, with full-blued finish. Condition is excellent. Metal surfaces retain approx. 92% original blue thinning on mag tube where slide actions, and on buttplate. Stocks are smooth showing a couple marks to finish on left side, and an added coat of varnish. Action is smooth; bore is clean showing overall frosting and defined rifling. Est.: $1,000-$2,000. (C&R)
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Marlin Model 39A Lever Action Rifle
Marlin Model 39A Lever Action Rifle, #D20945, .22 LR cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock, hooded bright bead front and Redfield peep rear sight. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95% original blue, with some thinning near loading gate of mag tube. Stock is fine with some scratches to right side of forend, as well as little pressure marks and discoloration of finish at wrist and near right cheek area. Crisp action, fine bore. Est.: $450-$650. (C& R)
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Winchester Model 94 Lever Action Carbine
Winchester Model 94 Lever Action Carbine, #1506571, .30 WCF (.30-30) cal., 20'' round barrel, hooded-ramped bead front and adjustable buckhorn style rear sights, marked with maker's name, address, ''Winchester Proof Steel,'' model and caliber at left, retained by two bands; full-length mag tube with sling stud (no swivel) beneath; receiver has loop operating lever that drops breech for auto cartridge loading and top ejection, marked with ser. no. at bottom front; varnished walnut forearm and buttstock with sling stud (no swivel) at belly and checkered steel carbine buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1949, in full blued finish. Condition is excellent. Metal retains approx. 98% deep original blue. Stocks are solid and smooth with minor marks at left comb and right band, nice grain and color, and most finish remaining. Action is smooth; bore is bright with light frosting and sharp rifling. Est.: $500-$800. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 61 Takedown Slide-Action Rifle
Winchester Model 61 Takedown Slide Action Rifle, #240865, .22 S-L-LR RF cal., 24'' round barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name, trade mark, U.S.A. address, model and caliber at left breech; bottom-loading 1/2-mag is retained by two bands; receiver with right ejection, left knurled take-down screw, and sliding safety at front trigger guard web, has ser. no. at bottom front; varnished two-piece walnut stocks, forend with finger-grooves, pistol-grip buttstock with checkered steel buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1956, with full-blued finish. Condition is near excellent. Metal surfaces retain approx. 95% original blue having scattered light marks to barrel. Stocks are sound and smooth showing occasional handling marks, nice coloring and most original varnish. Action is smooth; bore is clean showing overall frosting and defined rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 62A Slide-Action Takedown Rifle
Winchester Model 62A Slide-Action Takedown Rifle, #230312, .22 Short RF cal., 23'' round barrel with standard sights, marked with maker's name, address, trade mark and ''Model 62A/22 Short'' at left side, 3/4 mag tube below; steel receiver has sliding bolt/breech cover, integral loop trigger guard with ser. no. at lower tang and knurled left-side take-down screw; two-piece varnished walnut stocks, the sliding front grip with finger grooves, the buttstock with checkered hard rubber buttplate marked ''Winchester Repeating Arms Co.'' Mfg'd ca. 1948, in full-blued finish. Condition is near excellent. Blued surfaces retain approx. 85% smooth original finish with light highpoint wear and losses at lower tang. Stocks are sound and virtually unmarked, the buttplate showing very minor wear with sharp checkering and design. Action is smooth; bore is bright with well-defined rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 90 Takedown Slide-Action Rifle
Winchester Model 90 Takedown Slide-Action Rifle, #812239, .22 LR RF cal., 24'' octagonal barrel with dovetailed bead-blade front sight and notched rear, marked with maker's name, address, 1888-92-1906-11 patent dates and ''Model 90.-.22 Long Rifle'' on left angled flat; steel receiver has sliding breech with rebounding firing pin, integral loop trigger guard with ser. no. at lower tang, knurled left-side takedown screw; two-piece varnished walnut stocks, the sliding front grip with finger grooves, the buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. Mfg'd ca. 1929, in full blued finish. Condition is fine+. Barrel and mag tube retain approx. 95% deep original blue, receiver with 50% thinning blue, buttplate 85% blue. Stocks are sound with scattered marks/scuffs and retaining most original finish. Action is smooth; bore is bright having defined rifling. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R)
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Remington Model 12 Takedown Slide Action Rifle
Remington Model 12 Takedown Slide Action Rifle, #785436, .22 Rem. Spec. cal., 24'' octagonal barrel with dovetailed bead-blade front sight, plugged rear and screw-adjusting receiver peep sight marked ''Patent Pending'', marked with maker's name, address and Pedersen's patent dates in two lines on top flat, ''Remington/Trade Mark'' and caliber at breech; receiver with right ejection and left knurled take-down screw, marked ''Model 12/785436'' at left, has sliding safety at rear trigger guard web; varnished two-piece walnut stocks, forend with finger-grooves, pistol-grip buttstock with a crescent steel buttplate marked with circular Remington logo. Mfg'd ca. 1930s, with full-blued finish. Condition is near excellent. Metal retains approx. 95% smooth original blue thinning on buttplate. Stocks are smooth showing scattered light marks, an abraded area of finish on right side, and most original varnish. Action is smooth; bore is clean showing overall frosting and defined rifling. Est.: $400-$700. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 03 Auto-loading Carbine
Winchester Model 03 Auto-loading Carbine, #110381, .22 cal., 20'' round barrel with dovetailed bead-blade front, plugged rear and screw-adjustable peep tang sights, marked with maker's name, address and 1901-03 patent dates in two lines at left, the model, caliber, ''Winchester,'' trade mark and pat. off. at left breech; short mag tube; receiver with right ejection is marked ''110381'' at bottom front, has sliding safety at rear trigger guard web; varnished two-piece walnut stocks, forend with steel nosecap, buttstock with steel crescent buttplate having the mag tube latch at center. Mfg'd ca. 1924, with full-blued finish. Condition is near excellent. Metal retains approx. 97% smooth original blue, thinning on buttplate. Stocks are smooth showing minor handling marks and most original varnish. Action is smooth; bore is bright showing light frosting toward muzzle and sharp rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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Winchester Model 52 Bolt Action Sporting Rifle
Winchester Model 52 Bolt Action Sporting Rifle, #40926, .22 LR cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, checkered cheekpiece walnut stock, factory checkered steel buttplate, Lyman peep and globe front sight, with one Winchester marked factory magazine. Topped with a Fecker scope on adjustable rings, with both aluminum screw-in scope covers. Mfg'd 1938. Bottom trigger guard assembly marked ''Sporting''. Condition is very good to fine. Metal retains approx. 92% lightly thinning and toning blue. Trigger guard assembly with approx. 80% thinning blue. Stock has been lightly sanded and varnished over, which has thinned the depth of the checkering. Hard rubber pistol grip cap needs some final fitting. Crisp light trigger, smooth action, clear scope optics with fine standard crosshairs, bright bore. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 61 Slide-Action Rifle
Winchester Model 61 Slide-Action Rifle, #316159, .22 Win. mag. cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, sooth pistol-grip walnut stock, 17-groove walnut forend, standard front and rear sight. Topped with a Redfield 4-power scope on Redfield rings, in factory grooved receiver. Mfg'd 1959. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 97% factory blue. Stock with oil darkening at wrist and minor impressions. Good action, bright bore, clear scope optics. Est.: $600-$800. (C& R)
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Savage Model 99 Lever Action Rifle
Savage Model 99 Lever Action Rifle, #107320, .32-40 cal., 26'' octagonal barrel, blue finish, case colored lever, walnut stock, nickel silver front and standard rear sight. Mfg'd 1910. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 85% thinning high polish blue, the balance toning with some high edgewear. Case colored lever has thinned to approx. 70%. Stock with length-wise crack beginning at upper tang and ending near buttplate, and light general knackering to bottom edge of buttstock area. Good action, very good bore. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R)
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Remington Model 760 Gamemaster Rifle
Remington Model 760 Gamemaster Slide-Action Rifle, #166841, .270 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, pressed checkered walnut stock, with one factory mag, later added rubber butt pad and sling. Topped with a Redfield 3-9x scope on Buehler rings and mounts. Condition is very good retaining approx. 92% thinning blue. Stock with scuffs and scratches. Rear sight blade has been removed to clear scope. Good action, fine bore. Est.: $300-$500. (Modern)
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Remington Model 760 Gamemaster Slide-Action Rifle
Remington Model 760 Gamemaster Slide-Action Rifle, #162929, .30-06 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip walnut stock, with one factory mag and factory buttplate. Standard sights, factory sling swivels. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 94% factory blue, with four factory scope mount holes, as well as four additional scope mount holes, all filled with plug screws. Stock is near excellent with several pressure dings. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $300-$500. (Modern)
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Early Ruger Pre-Warning M77 Bolt Action Rifle
Early Ruger Pre-Warning M77 Bolt Action Rifle, with Leupold scope, #70-22270, 7mm Rem. mag. cal., 24'' barrel, blued finish, tang safety, from the factory without sights. One-piece checkered pistol-grip walnut stock, factory red rubber pad with black spacer, Ruger grip cap, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd 1970. Topped with a Leupold M8-4X scope; scope with a gloss black finish and duplex reticle. Rifle is very good and retains approx. 90% original blue with most of the finish loss to the barrel. Stock shows general signs of field use including mostly moderate surface dents and scratches, most of the finish remains, checkering with a few spots of light wear. Stock may have been shortened just a little, pad doesn't quite line up correctly, LOP over red pad is 13.5'', 13'' to end of wood. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. The exterior of the scope with scattered light nicks and scratches, most noticeable being on the top of the eye bell; optics are clear, reticles are straight. Est.: $500-$700. (Modern)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, with Redfield scope, #519412, .264 Win. mag. cal., 26'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock, with black checkered plastic buttplate and sling swivels. Topped with a Redfield 3-9x38 scope on Weaver rings and mounts. Mfg'd 1961. Condition is fine retaining approx. 94% factory blue, thinning at muzzle, and light general thinning overall. Stock with scuffs and scratches to right side. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Savage Model 99CD Series A Lever Action Rifle
Late Production Savage Model 99CD Series A Lever Action Rifle, #C592076, .243 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, pressed checkered cheekpiece mahogany stock, with one detachable box magazine. Topped with Bushnell Banner scope on Weaver rings and mounts. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 97% inky factory blue. Front and rear sight have been removed to accommodate scope. Stock with scratches and mild impressions. Good action, mirror bright bore, clear scope optics. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern)
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Savage Model 11 Bolt Action Rifle
Savage Model 11 Bolt Action Rifle, with Burris scope, #J203136, .223 cal., 22'' barrel with muzzle brake, matte blue finish, with gray synthetic stock. Topped with a Burris 2-7x scope on Weaver rings. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, showing little use. Good action, mirror bright bore, scope optics are clear. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #210797, .300 H&H mag. cal., 26'' barrel, blue finish, pistol-grip checkered walnut stock, with added brown rubber butt pad. Topped with a Weaver K4-F scope on Redfield rings and mounts. Mfg'd 1952. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 92% thinning blue, with scratches on barrel. Stock with an additional coat of vanish and some flattening to checks, as well as previously owner's initials lightly inlaid to pistol grip cap. Bolt handle has gone bright; trigger guard and magazine floorplate retain approx. 80% blue. Crisp action, bright bore, clear scope optics. A great caliber. Est.: $700-$1,000. (C&R)
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle, #461651, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock, with non-factory red rubber butt pad, and leather sling. Topped with a Weaver K4 scope on Weaver rings and mounts. Mfg'd 1959. Condition is excellent with approx. 98% factory blue remaining. Stock with light general impressions from field use. Rubber butt pad has perished somewhat. Good action, bright bore, scope optics are clear. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Remington Model 742 Woodmaster Semi-Auto Rifle
Remington Model 742 Woodmaster Semi-Automatic Rifle, #A7085940, .308 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, pressed basketweave checkered cheekpiece mahogany stock, with factory sights and one factory magazine. Original buttplate is retained. Condition is excellent showing only the lightest use, with some scratches in actioning area of magazine. Stock and forend are excellent. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern)
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Savage Model 1899 Lever Action Takedown Rifle
Savage Model 1899 Lever Action Takedown Rifle, #199276, .250-3000 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, checkered pistol-grip walnut stock and forend, with serrated steel buttplate, and added Redfield receiver sight. Mfg'd 1919. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 85% thinning and toning blue, mostly to the frame. Rear sight dovetail is vacant; front sight is a tip-up adjustable block. Redfield receiver sight is of somewhat later mfg. Top of receiver shows evidence of a previous-mounted scope, but detracts little as filler screws are present. Stock retains approx. 75% original varnish, checking with light flattening, balance of wood with minor overall general impressions. Good action, fair bore that may clean. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Winchester Model 70 Westerner Bolt Action Rifle
Winchester Model 70 Westerner Bolt Action Rifle, #G1547704, .243 Win. cal., 22'' barrel with polished blue finish, satin blue receiver, one-piece checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with oil finish, black rubber Winchester pad, and sling swivel studs. Rifle also features a bolt-mounted safety with dovetailed silver beaded front sight and folding rear sight. Factory drilled and tapped and topped with 1'' Weaver mounts and matte black Armor-Sight 3-9x scope with duplex reticle. Rifle is in excellent condition overall, retaining approx. 99% factory blue; satin-finished receiver with a few slight surface scratches. Stock with only a couple of minor handling marks and a small chip at the base of the front swivel stud from installation; checkering shows no handling wear. Excellent action and bore, rifling is sharp. Scope is also excellent with crystal clear optics. Est.: $500-$700. (Modern)
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Savage Model 99 Lever Action Takedown Rifle
Savage Model 99 Lever Action Takedown Rifle, #312341, .30-30 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut stock and Schnauble forend, ivory bead front and Lyman tang sight. Original rear rifle sight has been replaced with a dovetail blank. Mfg'd 1928. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% thinning blue; approx. 65% toning case colors remain. Stock shows light general smoothly from either light sanding or use, with discernible repair at toe. Good action, fine bore. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R)
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British BSA Commercial Charger Lee-Enfield Rifle
British B.S.A. Commercial Charger Loading Lee-Enfield Bolt Action Rifle, #5219, .303 British cal., 30.2'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked on right side of action body ''B.S.A. Co.'' Long range dial sight, aperture, and magazine cut-off are fitted. A military magazine is installed. Left side of chamber marked with Birmingham View stamp and ''FOR CORDITE ONLY''. Mismatched number on rear of bolt handle and spine of magazine. Bottom of magazine is dented. Condition overall is very good with over 80% finish remaining on the metal, showing light frosting across the receiver and thinning and patina on the magazine. Wood is very good with applied varnish over old handling marks. Action is smooth, bore is dark with good rifling that may clean better. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,200-$1,600. (C&R/PPT)
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Springfield Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle
Springfield Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle, with bayonet and scabbard, #306642, .30-40 Krag cal., 30'' barrel, blue finish, 1901 cartouched walnut stock, additionally marked ''AM LEGION-12'', with sling swivels. Condition is near fine retaining approx. 85% thinning original finish. Crisp clear 1901 cartouche, with light scuffs and scratches overall to stock. Upper handguard with split just forward the rear sight. American Legion 12 is based in Selma, CA, and this rifle was most lightly carried in parades and fired with blanks at funerals. Action remains crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $500- $750. (C&R) BAYONET?
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Eddystone Model 1917 Bolt Action Rifle
Eddystone Model 1917 Bolt Action Rifle, #1041629, .30-06 cal., 26'' barrel, blued finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable folding leaf rear sight, and U.S. M1907 leather sling. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S. MODEL OF 1917 EDDYSTONE'', and on the replacement barrel behind the front sight ''J.A(flaming bomb)''. The tip of the forend is stamped with a ''W'', and the underside of the bolt handle is stamped with an ''E''. There is a boxed ''3GM-K'' cartouche stamped on the left side of the stock forward of the wrist. Condition overall is very good with the metal retaining close to 95% finish. There is a significant stock chip behind the tang and a saw cut to the left forend, otherwise the wood is very good with light handling marks. There is some darkness forward of the chamber that may clean better, otherwise the bore is very good with very good rifling. Action is smooth. No visible import marks. Est.: $600-$750. (C&R)
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Colt Commando Double Action Revolver
Colt Commando Double Action Revolver, #22604, .38 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, parkerized finish, factory checkered Coltrock grips with integral medallions. Mfg'd 1942. Butt of revolver stamped ''THP-205''. Condition is excellent as most likely arsenal refinished. An early-war revolver such as this would have originally been dulite. The verified proof marking on left trigger bow is not stamped thru the finish, and the added markings to butt are parkerized over, still, with approx. 94% of a very well-executed phosphate finish. Grips are excellent. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Includes a 1920's era brown leather Open-Top holster with floral motifs, which remains in fine to near excellent condition. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt U.S. Model 1909 Double Action Revolver
Colt U.S. Model 1909 Double Action Revolver, #46192, .45 Colt cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, factory smooth RAC inspected walnut grips with lanyard loop in butt, standard notched rear sight and factory shark-fin front sight; butt marked ''U.S. Army Model 1909 No. 46192''. Mfg'd 1911. Condition is very good retaining approx. 65% factory blue, with touchup to sideplate and right side of frame. Grips show light even wear. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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Rockola M1 Carbine
Rockola M1 Carbine, #4588282, .30 Carbine cal., 18'' Underwood barrel dated 11-43, parkerized finish, low wood oval cut stock, two-rivet upper handguard, round bolt, Type II milled rear sight, flip safety, later bayonet lugged front band, with one 15-rd. magazine. Condition is about fine retaining approx. 85% original parkerized finish. Blue bolt has thinned to approx. 30%. Recoil shield is of 'SG' mfg. Stock with additional coat of varnish. Exposed portion of Underwood barrel is mostly bright. ''AI'' marked front band, with non-factory retaining nut. Good action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R) (High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Mauser Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Mauser Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with holster and extra mag, #456327, .32 ACP cal., 3.5'' barrel, blue finish, straw trigger, wraparound lightly checkered walnut grips, with two (2) magazines, both with Mauser Banners, in brown leather German flap holster. Condition is fine retaining approx. 87% blue, with losses to frame and slide. Extractor has mostly toned a silvery grey color. Grips show some forward edgewear, especially to right side. Holster with scuffs and scratches; end plug has come loose and needs to be re-affixed. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R)
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Standard Wartime Commercial Mauser C96 Pistol
Standard Wartime Commercial Mauser C96 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #378444, .30 Mauser cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened small parts, grooved walnut grips, in reproduction shoulder stock/holster rig, with cleaning rod and two stripper clips. ''NS'' marked hammer. Condition is excellent as professionally refinished, retaining approx. 97% inky blue finish. All visible matching numbers to pistol. Original grips show minor use with vertical scratches to right panel. Good action, bright bore. Reproduction shoulder stock/holster rig is also excellent showing only the lightest wear. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R/PPT)
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Belgian FN 1922 German Occupation mkd Pistol
Belgian FN 1922 German Occupation Marked Semi-Automatic Pistol, #192852, .32 ACP cal., 4.5'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood grips, blade front sight and adjustable notch rear sight. Marked on left side of slide with standard FN factory markings, and ''Eagle WaA 140'' inspection stamps on left side of frame and slide. There are also British London export proof and inspection marks stamped on the barrel, and a British engraved ''NOT ENGLISH MADE'' mark on right side of frame. Matching numbers. Magazine has had a recent phosphate finish applied. Condition overall is good with approx. 60% finish remaining on the metal, showing holster wear, patina, and rust spots around the muzzle area. Grips are good with chips and flattening to the checkering. Action is smooth, bright bore is good with wear to the rifling. There are no other import marks. Est.: $300-$450. (C&R/PPT)
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Egyptian FN-49 Semi-Automatic Rifle
Egyptian FN-49 Semi-Automatic Rifle, #10568, 8x57mm cal., 23.2'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable sliding rear sight. Marked on receiver ring with royal Egyptian crest, and on left side with Belgian FN company factory markings ''FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE_HERSTAL BELGIQUE''. Matching numbers. Condition overall is very good with the metal retaining over 95% of its reblued finish. Wood has been sanded and varnished and is very good with mostly light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. Import stamped on right side of barrel. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R)
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Soviet SKS Semi-Automatic Carbine
Soviet SKS Semi-Automatic Carbine, with bayonet, #NW2490, 7.62x39mm cal., 20.3'' barrel, blackened finish, laminated stock, hooded post front sight and adjustable tangent rear sight, with cleaning rod. Marked on receiver cover with the five-pointed star symbol of the Tula Arsenal over ''1950r''. Matching numbers. No buttstock cleaning kit. Black bolt and unfinished rear sight. Condition overall is near excellent, with over 95% finish remaining on the metal showing rust spots on the rear sling swivel and a few scattered handling marks and blemishes. Wood is near excellent with just a couple of very small handling marks. Action is smooth, bore is close to excellent. Import stamped on underside of barrel. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Swedish M38 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle
Swedish M38 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, with bayonet, #651193, 6.5x55mm cal., 24'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight, with cleaning rod. Marked on top of receiver ring ''HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS AKTIEBOLAG 1942''. Matching numbers. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 90% finish, having scratches on the barrel and receiver and patina on the buttplate. Wood is very good with impact marks, scratches, and ink pen marks on the buttstock. There are four screw holes where the range chart was removed from right side buttstock. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. Import stamped on right side of buttstock. Comes with an aftermarket barrel thread protector. Bayonet and scabbard are marked with a Swedish crown. There is a mismatched number on the throat of the scabbard and a unit number stamped on the side. Bayonet condition overall is very good with dark areas on the blade and patina on the handle and scabbard. There are nicks to both edges of the blade and a very good point. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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Chilean Model 1912 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle
Chilean Model 1912 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, #A5341, 7x57mm cal., 29.2'' barrel, blued/bright finish, hardwood stock, inverted ''V'' front sight and adjustable tangent rear sight. Marked on receiver ring with Chilean crest over ''MODELO 1912'', and on left side rail ''WAFFENFABRIK STEYR AUSTRIA''. Chilean crest cartouche stamped on left side of buttstock. Mismatched numbers on bolt handle and cleaning rod. Condition overall is very good with light patina and darkening to the bright bolt and receiver. Blued areas retain approx. 90% of their finish with patina on the buttplate. Wood is very good with light impressions and handling marks to the finish. Action is smooth; bore has darkening forward of the chamber, otherwise very good with very good rifling. Import stamped on right side of barrel. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R)
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British Webley MK VI Double Action Revolver
British Webley Mk VI Double Action Revolver, #348730,.45 ACP cal., 6'' barrel, blued finish, black plastic grips, blade front sight and fixed notch rear sight. Marked on left side of frame ''MARK VI'' inside ''WEBLEY PATENTS 1918''. Barrel strap is marked ''MARK VI'' and ''18'' in-service date. Matching numbers on frame and barrel, mismatched numbers on cylinder. Revolver has been converted to .45 ACP cal. by shaving rear of cylinder to accept the rimless cartridge. Condition overall is very good, with less than 40% finish remaining on the metal showing cleaning scratches present on the barrel. Left grip has sun faded to a light brown, right grip has a crack at the heel; both grips show scratches and flattening to the checkering. Bore is good with light frosting and very good rifling. Chambers are mostly very good with forward darkening that may clean better. Action is smooth and locks up tightly. Birmingham export proof stamps on left side of barrel. Est.: $450-$600. (C&R/PPT)
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British Webley MK IV Double Action Revolver
British Webley Mk IV Double Action Revolver, #152803, .38 S&W cal., 5'' barrel, blued finish, white plastic grips, blade front sight and fixed notch rear sight. Marked on right side of barrel with the Webley ''Winged Bullet'' logo and ''MADE IN ENGLAND'', and on left side barrel strap ''MARK IV .38''. Top is marked ''WEBLEY & Scott LTD''. Matching numbers. Lanyard loop has been removed. Condition overall is very good as re-conditioned, with the metal retaining almost all of its dark reblued finish. The new condition white plastic grips are modern replacements, impressed with the Webley logo and slightly undersized. Action operates smoothly, bright bore is excellent, chambers are clean. Barrel group locks loosely to the frame. No visible import marks. Est.: $350-$500. (C&R/PPT)
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Bavarian Police marked French Manurhin PP Pistol
Bavarian Police Marked French Manurhin Model PP Semi-Automatic Pistol, #43631, 7.65mm (.32 ACP) cal., 3-7/8'' barrel, blue finish, wraparound checkered black rubber Pachmayr grips, blade front sight and ''U''-notched rear sight, with one 8-rd. Manurhin magazine with black plastic finger extension. Left side of slide with standard maker's marks but ''Walther'' has been lined out; left side of frame with x'd out ''ByP'' Bavarian Police marks; right side of barrel and slide are marked ''(crown)/St. Etienne''; right side of frame is import marked. Condition overall is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ blue finish; slide appears to have been re-condition at some point during or after its police use; finish has more of a satin type sheen. Factory lettering, proof marks, etc. are clear. Grips are also excellent and show only a few spots of very light and normal handling wear. Action is tight and smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R/PPT)
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Manurhin/Walther P-1 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Post-War French mfg'd Manurhin/Walther P-1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with holster, #228068, 9 x 19mm caliber, double action, 4-7/8'' barrel, commercial blued finish, dark brown Bakelite grips, French proof marks, with correct Manurhin P-1 magazine. Commercially produced by the French after the war for police and civilian use with an aluminum frame. Manurhin and caliber markings on left side of slide, with French firing proofs on right side of slide. Possible police inventory number ''8068'' stamped on left side of slide. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 92% original finish, with the barrel showing holster wear to the muzzle and wear to the sharp edges of slide. Frame has holster wear to the trigger guard and back edge under the hammer, with very slight thinning to the finish on the front gripstrap. Grip panels are very nice with just a few light dings from use. Action functions properly, bore is excellent and bright. Holster is a post-war German police type made by Wunderlich in Berlin and dated 1963. There are stamped markings in the flap of ''P.P.Bln'', and a number ''185'' written in ink under the top flap. There is no extra magazine in the holster. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Spanish Astra Model 600/43 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Spanish Astra Model 600/43 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with holster and two magazines, #58136, 5.3'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood grips, blade front sight and fixed notch rear sight. Marked on slide ''UNCETA Y COMPANIA S.A GUERNICA ESPANA''. Spanish proof and inspection marks are stamped on left side of frame and slide. Pistol was issued to West German Police. Matching number on slide, mismatched number (52970) on magazine, second magazine not numbered. Condition overall is fine with approx. 95% finish remaining on the metal, showing light holster wear on highpoints and tarnishing to the safety and magazine release. Grips are fine with very light wear to the checkering and a couple of scratches. Action is smooth, bright bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Both magazines are in good condition with considerable wear to the finish. Includes a very good condition West German Police holster. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Steyr Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Steyr Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #2573Y, 9mm Parabellum cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, straw blue small parts, checkered walnut grips, standard front and rear sights. Mfg'd by Steyr in 1918, with ''K'' marked small parts. ''W n-19'' marking to right side trigger guard bow. Condition is excellent as restored, retaining approx. 99% very well-applied rust blue. Grips are of new mfg. and show very well. Top of barrel is non-factory stamped ''9MM Para''. Good action, bore is near excellent with very light frosting in grooves. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Astra Model 600/43 Semi-Auto Pistol
Astra Model 600/43 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #24581, 9mm cal., 5.25'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips, standard sights, and one magazine. Magazine appears original but has had the tab removed and has been reblued. Frame and slide with visible matching numbers. Left rear portion of frame and slide with standard Spanish proof marks and ''O'' date code, mfg'd in 1944. Condition is very good+ retaining approx. 90% original blue finish, with most of the finish loss being moderate thinning and toning to the front and back strap. Factory lettering, proof marks, etc. are clear. There are a few impressions on the upper front corner on the left grip, otherwise both show normal signs of age and wear, including spots of moderate flattening. Action is smooth; bore is clean and bright with excellent rifling. Magazine retains most of its reblued finish. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R/PPT)
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1919-A4 Browning Parts Kit
1919-A4 Browning Parts Kit, NVSN, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, blackened finish, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight marked ''YDS CAL.30 M1''. Kit consists of parts necessary to construct a Browning semi-auto rifle and includes the receiver group minus the right sideplate, top cover assembly, bolt carrier, barrel extension, pistol grip assembly, barrel, and barrel jacket, spring, small parts, and rivet kit. Kit does not include a semi-auto right sideplate. Condition overall is very good with barrel jacket, barrel, pistol grip, top cover, and left sideplate retaining most of their finish. The internal parts show wear to their finish from use but remain in very good condition. Bright bore of the barrel is very good, with very good rifling. Est.: $1,400-$1,800.
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Smith-Corona Model 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle
U.S. Smith-Corona Model 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle, #4750223, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight with added hood and adjustable aperture on ramp rear sight. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S. SMITH-CORONA MODEL 03-A3'', and on barrel behind front sight ''RA (flaming bomb)8-44''. There are no markings on the stock. ''0223'' engraved on top of bolt handle. Condition overall is very good with approx. 80% finish remaining on the metal. Wood has been sanded and gloss varnish applied. There is a deep scratch on the wrist and a few other, mostly light handling marks. Action is smooth, bright two-groove bore is excellent. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle
U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle, with storage box, #1323959, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut stock, blade front sight and adjustable leaf rear sight, with ''NOBUCKL'' sling. Marked on receiver ring ''U.S.SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1903'', and on barrel behind front sight ''SA/(flaming bomb)/5-42''. Stock is unmarked. Muzzle crown has been machined flat and left bright. Rifle is in excellent condition as completely re-conditioned with all of the re-parkerized finish remaining on the metal. Stock and handguard are new commercial replacements and are in excellent condition. Action is smooth, bore is excellent with sharp rifling. Pine storage box is in very good condition with some scuff marks and chips across the bottom. Reproduction manual and documents are included. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Colt Model 1917 U.S. Army Double Action Revolver
Colt Model 1917 U.S. Army Double Action Revolver, #66074, .45 ACP cal., 5.5'' barrel, brushed blue finish, smooth walnut grips, lanyard loop, with standard fixed sights. Top of barrel is marked in two lines with the maker's name and multiple patent dates, last patent date is ''July 4, 1905''; bottom of barrel is marked ''UNITED STATES PROPERTY''. Crane and frame with matching assembly numbers; backside of both grips are hand numbered but hard to read, does not appear to match any number that is on the revolver. Upper left side of frame with small eagle's head inspection stamp; marked on butt ''U.S. ARMY MODEL 1917''. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% of the original brushed blue finish, with thinning and mild brown toning to the front and back strap, small spots of oxidation, factory lettering is clear. Grips with spots of oil darkening, moderate indentations; left grip with thinning to the finish along the bottom edge, small piece missing at the toe, and may have an old coat of added finish. Smooth action; bore is very good, rifling shows moderate wear. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Victory Model Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Victory Model Double Action Revolver, #V611560, .38 S&W cal., 4'' barrel, parkerized finish, walnut grips, color case hardened hammer and trigger, standard sights, lanyard loop in butt. Marked on right side of frame with S&W logo and ''MADE IN USA''; top of frame with small flaming bomb and ''U.S. PROPERTY GHD''. Barrel is marked on left side ''SMITH & WESSON'' and ''38 S&W SPECIAL CTG'' on right side; patent information is marked on top of barrel. All matching numbers on frame, barrel, cylinder, ejector, and backside of right grip. No import marks. Condition overall is very good with approx. 95%-97% original finish remaining; parkerized surfaces with moderate scuffs and scratches. Hammer and trigger retain most of their vibrant case colors. Factory lettering, U.S. Property marks, etc. are clear. Grips with moderate handling marks, including a few more noticeable impressions to the left grip. Action is smooth with a solid lockup; chambers are clean and bore is bright with near excellent rifling. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R/PPT)
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Remington-Rand Model 1911-A1 Semi-Auto Pistol
WWII Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Remington-Rand, #1346811, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, parkerized finish, small ring checkered brown plastic grips, standard sights, with one ''L'' marked WWII blue contract magazine. ''FJA'' inspector's mark above magazine release. Mfg'd 1943. Condition is fine as arsenal refinished, retaining approx. 92%-94% parkerized finish. ''HS'' marked barrel has been externally parkerized but the bore remains blue and excellent. Grips with moderate scuffs from handling and field use. Good action. Est.: $800- $1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Mauser Model 1910 Side Latch Semi-Automatic Pistol
Mauser Model 1910 Side Latch Semi-Automatic Pistol, with holster, #3092, .25 Auto(6.35mm)cal., 3'' barrel, blued finish, checkered wood grips, standard sights, with one factory magazine and one replacement magazine, in oversized holster. Rare early four-digit serial number, with side latch cover. Also includes original authorization certificate issued in 1945. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 90%-95% original rust blued finish. All visible numbers match. Some light holster wear to the high edges of the slide, frame, and barrel muzzle. Edgewear and light use marks on the fire blued trigger. This model has the sliding safety with the push-button release and magazine release at the bottom of the grip frame. One-piece wood grips with a panel of light checkering on both sides. Some wear to the grips from use with a few minor depressions. Loaded indicator at back of slide. The original Mauser marked magazine has been ground on the back edge and one side; the other magazine is a nickel-plated old replacement type that does not hold the action open when the last round is fired; the original mag will hold the action open. Holster is oversized for this pistol, fitting the larger Model 1914 .32 cal. Mauser pistol. It is a dark brown leather dyed black with a steel stud closure for the flap strap; belt loop has been period replaced and there is a name carved into the reverse side. Est.: $600-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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Danish Poice Swedish Lahti Model 40 Semi-Auto Pistol
Danish Police Swedish Lahti Model 40 Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Husqvarna, #D9516, 9mm cal., 4.75'' barrel, blue finish, checkered black plastic grips with ''(crown)/H'' motif, fixed blade front and ''U''-notched rear sight, includes one original magazine. Late type slide, lacks the loaded chamber indicator, barrel with hexagon nut at breech. Lanyard bar on the back of the frame has been removed; backstrap is cut for shoulder stock. Top of slide with four drilled and tapped holes that are filled with the appropriate screws. Barrel and slide with matching numbers; left side is marked ''HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS A.B.''; right side ''SWEDEN''; back of the frame with Danish ''(crown)/HV'' inspectors mark. No import marks. Condition is very good with approx. 90% blue; both sides of frame with spots of moderate pitting; barrel and slide with a few intermittent smaller specks. Grips are excellent with clean, sharp checkering. Factory lettering, Danish inspectors mark, etc. are clear. Smooth action, bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R/PPT)
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Unit marked Husqvarna Model 1907 Semi-Auto Pistol
Unit Marked Husqvarna Model 1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #19796, .380 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, with arsenal dull blue refinish over lightly sandblasted metal, checkered hard rubber grips with ''(crown)/H'' motif, fixed small blade front and ''U''-notched rear sight, lanyard ring, and one unmarked blued steel magazine. Left side of slide is marked ''HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS AKTIEBOLAG/SYSTEM BROWNING''; left side of frame is marked ''CAL. 380'' and ''A10 No 196'' unit markings; back of frame ''(crown)/TT HK''. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80%-85% lightly thinning arsenal reblued finish with most of the losses to the backstrap and high points. Grip safety with several small impressions and scratches; slide with a few spots of mild oxidation. Grips show moderate wear with no substantial blemishes. Slide markings, unit markings, etc. are clear. Action is smooth; bore with some mild frosting in the grooves, rifling is very good. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R/PPT)
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Rare Early BSW marked German Kar 98k Mauser Rifle
Rare Early BSW marked German Kar 98k Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, #5658, 8x57mm cal., 23.6'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight and adjustable tangent rear sight. Marked on left side receiver rail ''Mod.98''. Top of receiver ring is marked ''BSW/1938''. Left side of receiver ring and barrel are marked with early Eagle stamps; right side receiver ring is marked with a large ''C'' and three ''Eagle 4'' stamps. Right side barrel is marked with three ''Eagle 4'' stamps and ''B''. Right side of buttstock is marked with an ''Eagle/H'', ''Eagle/WaA4'', Eagle/WaA4. Underside of buttstock wrist is marked ''Eagle/WaA4''. Matching numbers on front and rear bands, rear sight, trigger guard, floorplate, screw heads, bolt handle, sleeve, ejector, cocking piece, and underside of buttstock. No cleaning rod. Condition overall is good with approx. 70% finish remaining on the metal, showing areas of toning, thinning, and patina. There is a section missing from the comb of the stock and prominent gouges, chips, scratches, stains, and darkening across the surface. Action is smooth, bore is poor with rust and barely visible rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $1,200-$1,800. (C&R)
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Finnish Issue Soviet M91/30 Mosin-Nagant Rifle
Finnish Issue Soviet M91/30 Mosin-Nagant Bolt Action Rifle, with bayonet, #11675, 7.62x54R cal., 28.8'' barrel, blued finish, hexagonal receiver, one-piece hardwood stock, blade front sight and adjustable tangent rear sight, with cleaning rod and post-war Soviet sling. Marked on top of barrel shank with the symbol of the Tula Arsenal over ''1936'', and on the left side with the ''SA'' Finnish property stamp. Matching Finnish re-number except buttplate. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 85% finish. Wood is very good with oil applied over old handling marks. Muzzle has been counter bored. Action is smooth, bore is very good with very good rifling. Import stamped on right side of barrel. Bayonet is stamped with the Izhevsk arsenal stamp and a different serial number and is in very good condition with browning across the surface; latch operates smoothly. Est.: $350-$500. (C&R)
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Finnish M-28 Civil Guard Mosin-Nagant Rifle
Finnish M-28 Civil Guard Mosin-Nagant Bolt Action Rifle, #9707, 7.62x54R cal., 27'' barrel, blued finish, one-piece hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable Konovalov rear sight, with Finnish leather sling and non-standard cleaning rod. Marked on top of barrel shank ''SY'', and on left side with an ''SA'' property stamp. Right side stock grasping groove has a circled ''SYT'' stamp. Matching numbers stamped on bolt handle. Right side stock has area of extensive damage below rear sight. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 70% finish, showing light pitting on the hexagonal receiver and rust on the buttplate. Wood is fair with areas of deep marring and handling marks. Action is smooth; bright bore is very good, with very good rifling. Import stamped on left side of barrel. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R)
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Mauser C96 Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol
Mauser C96 Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol. #432022, 9mm cal., 5.25'' barrel, blued finish, tangent rear sight with fixed front sight, grooved wood grips, internal magazine. All visible numbers match on frame, slide, action block, hammer, and bolt. ''Crown U'' proof marks on slide and bolt. Lower part of frame grip is slotted for a shoulder stock. Condition is excellent as restored, retaining approx. 99+% of its reblued finish. Action block, bolt, and hammer have a polished ''in the white'' finish. Tangent sight base is blued with the face polished. Barrel has been replaced and has a mirror, like new bore, with perfect rifiling. Markings are clear, some being re-engraved professionally. Grips are new and made like the originals with 24 horizontal grooves. A couple of light scuffs and scratches on the grip panels, with split ring lanyard loop at the bottom of the grip. Action functions well. Excellent, like new overall. Est.: $800-$1,200.(C&R/PPT)
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Japanese Nambu Type 14 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Japanese Nambu Type 14 Semi-Automatic Pistol, by Nagoya, #6519, 8mm, 4.5'' barrel, blue finish, grooved mahogany grips, with one matching numbered magazine. Brown leather holster contains one extra firing pin (no other accessories). Mfg'd May 1943. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% thinning and toning blue. Grips with some oil darkening. Good action, fair bore. Holster shows oil darkening and having its shoulder strap removed; flap fastener is missing. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R/PPT)
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Roth-Steyr M1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Roth-Steyr M1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol, by F.G. Gy, Budapest, #4082, 8mm, 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, serrated hardwood grips, with two (2) factory stripper clips. Mfg'd ca. 1907-1911. Condition is near excellent as refinished, retaining approx. 92% blue. Grips are very good with some moderate impressions to forward edge of left panel. Right side grip escutcheon marked ''14GA/8''. Good functioning action, very good to fine bore. Est.: $450-$650/ (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #797341, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, parkerized finish, with early war small ring Colt brown plastic grips, and matching numbered slide. No mag. In U.S. marked Enger-Kress brown leather shoulder holster. Barrel marked ''Colt .45 Auto'', frame with ''WB'' inspector marking just below slide release. Mfg'd 1942. Condition is near fine as arsenal refinished, retaining approx. 85% thinning finish. Slide stop is from a somewhat later WWII era pistol. Grips show little use. Action is fine, bore is fine. Holster shows some oil darkening. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)
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Composite 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Composite WWII Era 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, with Remington-Rand frame and Colt slide, #1989708, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, parkerized finish, small ring Keyes fiber grips, with post-war GI magazine. ''F'' marked Flannery barrel; ''FJA'' inspected frame. Condition is very good retaining approx. 85% finish overall. Moderate wear to grips. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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British Proofed Remington-Rand Model 1911-A1 Semi-Auto Pistol
British Proofed Remington-Rand Model 1911-A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1496020, .45 ACP cal., 5'' blue English proofed High Standard barrel, immersion blue finish, small ring brown checkered Keyes fibre grips, with one unmarked WWII contract magazine. ''FJA'' inspector marked below slide release. Correct stamped trigger. Mfg'd 1944. Condition is fine as refinished. Post-war accomplished blue is approx. 96% present, with some obvious buffing marks to rear portion of frame right side. Markings indicate that this pistol was released from English service in 1952. Grips with small impressions. Good action, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Remington 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle
Remington 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle, #3980994, .30-06 cal., 24'' barrel marked ''RA/9-43'', parkerized finish, ''FJA'' cartouched straight grip walnut stock, late-war canvas sling. Condition is about fine. Metal surfaces retain approx. 95% thinning parkerized finish with remnants of old military preservative. Stock with mild to just moderate impressions from poor storage, including one heavy scratch to left side cheek area. Cartouches are visible but somewhat faint. Good action, two-groove bore is mirror bright. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Springfield M1A Semi-Automatic Rifle
Springfield M1A Semi-Automatic Rifle, #118805, .308 cal., 21.5'' stainless steel barrel, phosphate finish, select walnut stock, with 10-rd. magazine. Flat portion of op rod marked ''Manny Fernandez NRA''. Condition is about fine showing just marks from poor storage as scratches to upper handguard and mild to moderate impression to stock. Good action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Modern)
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British No. 2 MK 1* Enfield Double Action Revolver
British No. 2 Mk 1* Enfield Double Action Revolver, #071, .38 S&W cal.,5'' barrel, black painted finish, black plastic grips. Marked on right side of frame ''ENFIELD 1941/(crown)/No2 Mk1*''. There is also a later ''FTR/52'' stamped above. Top of barrel is marked ''CAL.38'' and ''41''. Condition overall is very good with over 95% black refinish remaining on the metal. Grips are excellent showing a few chips and scratches. Action is smooth and locks up tightly; bright bore is very good; chambers are very good with slight darkening forward. Import stamped on underside of barrel. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R/PPT)
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Danish Model 1889 Krag Jorgensen Bolt Action Rifle
Danish Model 1889 Krag Jorgensen Bolt Action Rifle, #119280, 8x58R cal., 32.78'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked on left side receiver ''HAERENS TOJHUS.1921'' and ''M.89''. Matching numbers except for bolt handle. Brass disc on right side buttstock with rack number. Condition overall is very good, with approx. 80% of the partially reblued finish remaining on the metal, showing rust and patina around the bayonet lug; there is also pitting around the chamber. Wood is very good with oil darkening around the receiver and barrel. There are chips around the action and old and new scratches and handling marks. Action is smooth, bore is good with wear to the rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Mauser Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Mauser Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #277638, .32 ACP cal., 3.25'' barrel, blue finish, wraparound checkered walnut grips, with one Mauser magazine. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% factory blue, with some thinning at muzzle, highpoints of sights, with front strap retaining approx. 94% blue. Grips are excellent. Action is good, bore is fine. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R/PPT)(Don Koll collection)
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Walther P.38 AC-42 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Walther P.38 AC-42 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #7308e, 9 x19mm cal., double action, 4-7/8'' barrel, blued finish, dark brown Bakelite grips, ''eagle359'' proof marks, with blued magazine marked ''P.38'' with one ''(eagle)/359'' waffenampt. Some of the small parts are marked with the ''(eagle)/359'' waffenampt. Matching numbers on frame, slide, barrel, and action wedge block. Condition is good retaining approx. 70% original finish overall. There is muzzle wear and thinning to the finish on the barrel and chamber section, and High edgewear and thinning to the finish on sides of slide and safety lever. Frame shows wear to the trigger guard, front strap, and rear lug underhammer. Grip panels are in very good condition with only a few minor scratches. Action functions properly, bore is fair with minor pitting and frosting. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Hungarian Military Fegyveregyar Frommer Stop Pistol
WWI Hungarian Military Fegyvergyar Frommer Stop Semi-Automatic Pistol, #192188, 7.65mm (.32 ACP) cal., 3-7/8'' barrel, originally with a blued finish, grooved wood grips with ''FS'' monogram, standard fixed sights, with lanyard ring, and one unmarked blued steel magazine. Left side of the slide is marked ''FEGYVERGYAR-BUDAPEST FROMMER-PAT. STOP CAL. 7.65mm (.32). Left side of the trigger guard is stamped ''BP (Austro-Hungarian Crest) 17''. Condition is good. Metal with a mostly light brown/gray patina with a few spots of toning blue finish on the sides of the trigger and few other protected areas. Maker's marks are clear; military acceptance mark is a little worn but visible. Grips shows signs of moderate age and handling wear with an older added coat of varnish; both are nice for their age, no substantial blemishes. Good action; bore is bright, no erosion, rifling is very good and shows moderate wear. Est.: $150-$250. (C&R/PPT)
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Argentine DGFM Sistema Colt 1927 Semi-Auto Pistol
Argentine D.G.F.M. Sistema Colt Model 1927 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #49664, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, checkered black plastic grips are both marked on the backside ''Industria Argentina'', standard fixed sights, with lanyard loop, and one unmarked blued steel magazine. Barrel, frame and slide with matching numbers. Right side of slide is stamped with ''Argentine Crest'' and ''EJERCITO ARGENTINO / SIST. COLT CAL. 11.25 mm. MOD. 1927''. Left side of slide is marked ''D.G.F.M. - (F.M.A.P.)''. No import marks. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90% blue, with general small nicks, scratches, some intermittent tiny specks of pitting and oxidation; right front edge of slide may have been touched up and has a spot of finish that has toned brown. Grips show age and wear that is consistent with the overall condition of the pistol, including moderate flattering to the checks and some light flaking to the edges of the grip screw hole; no major chips, cracks, or other blemishes. Slide markings and other factory lettering are clear. Action is smooth; bore is near excellent with some minor frosting in the grooves, rifling is defined. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R/PPT)
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French MAS 36 Bolt Action Rifle
French MAS 36 Bolt Action Rifle, with bayonet, #63565, 7.5x54mm cal., 22.64'' barrel, parkerized finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protective hood and adjustable aperture rear sight, with French leather sling and black French rubber recoil boot. Marked on left side of receiver ''MAS MLE 1936''. Matching number on bolt handle, mismatched number on trigger guard and floorplate. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining over 95% finish. Wood has had a varnish finish applied. Forend and buttstock are now different colors and the varnish also spread onto the metal. Wood is otherwise very good showing a few recent handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is good with wear to the rifling. Import stamped on left side of receiver. Bayonet is excellent and operates smoothly. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R)
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Swedish M96/38 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle
Swedish M96/38 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, #67006, 6.5x55mm cal., 24'' barrel, blued/bright finish, hardwood stock, cleaning rod, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked on receiver ring with Swedish crest over ''CARL GUSTAFS STADS GEVARSFAKTORI.1900''. Matching numbers. Condition overall is very good with approx. 95% of the refinished bluing remaining on the metal, patina on the bolt handle, buttplate, and cleaning rod. Wood is very good with darkening and shows adhesive residue on the buttstock and recent gouges and other handling marks. Action drag slightly; bore has darkness forward of the chamber, otherwise very good. No visible import marks. Est.: $700-$900. (C&R)
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Swedish Model 38 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle
Swedish Model 38 Mauser Bolt Action Rifle, #677657, 6.5x55mm cal., 24'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight, with cleaning rod. Marked on receiver ring ''HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS AKTIEBOLAG 1943''. Matching numbers. Threaded muzzle has permanently fixed aftermarket protector attached. Condition overall is very good with over 90% finish remaining on the metal, showing pitting on the magazine floorplate and overall patina on the buttplate. Bolt face has dark patina. Wood is very good showing several chips, a few dents, and other handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. Import marked on underside of barrel. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Late-War Walther Model PP Semi-Automatic Pistol
Late-War Walther Model PP Semi-Automatic Pistol, with Heer/Waffenampt proofs, #286291P, .32 ACP cal., 3.75'' barrel, blued finish, reddish brown Bakelite grips, with correct Walther marked 8-rd. magazine. Late war-type finish with visible machining marks. Has ''Eagle N'' type firing proofs on barrel and slide, with Heer waffenampt ''eagle WaA359'' proof marks on left side of slide and frame. Etched Walter Banner, address, Mod PP, and caliber markings on slide. Condition is very good with the slide retaining approx. 90% original blued finish, showing minor holster wear at the muzzle and lower front edges of slide. Frame has the typical late-war plum color finish with wear and minor rust stains to the front and rear gripstraps. Frame retains approx. 60% original finish. Trigger guard is blued and shows slight edgewear from holster. Grip panels are clean, with a small loss to upper corner of the right grip panel. Magazine has the correct Walther Banner and caliber markings and shows scuffs and minor scratches to the body and floorplate. Action functions properly, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $500-750. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Officer's Model Target 3rd Issue Revolver
Colt Officer's Model Target Heavy Barrel Third Issue Double Action Revolver, #616575, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' heavy barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions, checkered blued trigger, finely checkered backstrap, adjustable blade front and square-notched rear sight. Barrel is marked in two lines with maker's name and patent dates, with correct ''Oct. 5, 1926'' last patent date; left side ''OFFICERS MODEL 38/HEAVY BARREL''. Mfg'd 1935. Identification numbers have been electro-penciled into butt. Condition is very good retaining approx. 90% original blue; barrel finish shows moderate toning; right side of frame and barrel with intermittent specks of very mild pitting. Factory lettering, Rampant Colt logo, etc. are clear and defined. Grips are also very good and show age and wear that is consistent with the overall condition of the revolver; checkering is predominantly crisp, lower left side with some light wear. Good action, hammer and trigger operate smoothly; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $500-$700. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1908 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Colt Model 1908 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #9413EX, .380 cal., 3.75'' barrel, phosphate finish, checkered walnut grips with pre-war Colt medallions, and blue magazine marked ''Calibre 380''. No slide markings, with both forward and rear serrations. Left side of frame above trigger guard marked ''9413 EX Colt''. Condition is excellent and later-added phosphate finish is very strong. Blue trigger with thinning in actioning areas. Grips are crisp and appear to be of later mfg. with earlier Colt medallions added. Both serial number and magazine base markings appear to be early Colt script. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #69890, .32 ACP cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips, with correct early unmarked magazine. Mfg'd 1908. Condition is good with moderate overall toning, as well as mild corrosion. Grips with moderate flattening. Good action, fine bore. Est.: $350-$500. (C&R/PPT)
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SW .32-20 Hand Ejector Model 1905 Revolver
Smith & Wesson .32-20 Hand Ejector Model 1905 (4th Change) Double Action Revolver, #142060, .32-20 cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, large diamond checkered walnut grips. Dating from the mid to late 1930s. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85%-90% thinning and flaking blue. Left grip panel is excellent; right grip panel with just the smallest amount of wear. Good functioning action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver
Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver, #449709, .41 Colt cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips. Mfg'd 1920. Condition is fine retaining approx. 90%-92% original factory blue. Front and back strap remain strong with approx. 85% blue. Carbon spotting to tip of hammer. Grips with light flattening. Good action, near fine bore. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Pre-War Colt Police Positive Revolver
Pre-War Colt Police Positive Double Action Revolver, #337594, .32 S&W Long cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions, standard notched rear and round front sight. Mfg'd 1930. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95% factory blue, with thinning at muzzle and high edges of cylinder showing somewhat pronounced index mark, and thinning in actioning areas. Mild carbon spotting to bright sides of hammer. Forward sideplate and cylinder arbor screw show some discoloring at slot. Grips with light general flattening. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Model 14 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 14 Double Action Revolver, #K363089, .38 Spec. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered finger-groove Roper-style grips, Patridge front and click adjustable front sight, target trigger and target hammer. Front corner of grip frame has been shaved to allow aftermarket grips. Mfg'd 1959. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% thinning blue, with most of the losses to left side of barrel and cylinder. Aftermarket grips are very nice with one small modification near cylinder release. Smooth crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Auto Pistol
Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol, #149939, .25 ACP cal., 2'' barrel, blue finish, case colored small parts, factory checkered gutta percha grips, with one correct early magazine. Mfg'd 1916. Condition is excellent as professionally restored, retaining approx. 97%+ of a later-accomplished blue, with small loss to trigger guard and very light scratches to left side of slide. Grips with mild wear to both panels: right panel with light chocolate brown color; left panel is black. Verified proof mark on left trigger guard bow is blued over, but when originally mfg'd was stamped thru the finish. Case colored components are very well accomplished. Action functions as designed, bore is near excellent. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R/PPT)
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SW Lg. Frame Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Large Frame Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver, with holster, #S106131, .38 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, non-factory slab cocobolo grips, right side checkered, left side smooth, with fixed sights and added trigger shoe. Mfg'd in the mid-1950's. Condition is very good retaining approx. 75% factory blue, showing scattered wear at muzzle, cylinder and highpoints. Grips with repairs and moderate wear. Period brown leather basketweave holster with oil darkening and thinning to leather in strap area. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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SW Model 17 (K-22 Masterpiece) Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 17 (K-22 Masterpiece) Double Action Revolver, #K396347, .22 LR cal., 8-3/8'' barrel, blue finish, diamond checkered walnut target grips (non-matching) with medallions, Patridge front and standard adjustable rear sight, target hammer, target trigger. Mfg'd 1960. Condition is excellent as refinished, retaining approx. 97% of a later non-factory accomplished blue, with minor wear at muzzle and actioning area of ejector rod. S&W logo to right sideplate is lightly blurred, and cylinder is more of a plum tone. Grips remain crisp and show just light general wear and oil darkening. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $450-$650. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver
Colt Officer's Model Match Double Action Revolver, #920127, .38 Special, 6'' barrel, blue finish, pinned blade front sight and square-notched fully adjustable rear sight, wide spur hammer, replacement checkered walnut target grips marked on back ''Made In Italy''. Condition is very good, showing signs of moderate range use, retaining approx. 93% factory blue; most of the finish loss occurs around the muzzle, highpoints of cylinder, and trigger guard. Factory lettering is crisp. Both sides of the bright hammer with dark spotting. Grips also show signs of moderate range wear and handling, with scattered impressions, both appear to have had an older coat of added finish. Smooth action; bore is very clean and bright, rifling is defined. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R/PPT)
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Winchester Model 37 Single-Shot Shotgun
Winchester Model 37 Single-Shot Shotgun, NVSN, 20 ga., 28'' plain barrel, 2-3/4'' chamber choked Full, blue finish, walnut stock and forend, with factory hard rubber butt pad, featuring a slip-over fiber optic front sight leaving the original gold bead front sight in place and unaltered. Condition is fine retaining approx. 94% lightly thinning blue. Stock with mild scuffs and impressions from field use. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $200-$400. (C&R)
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SW 1955 .22/323 Kit Gun Airweight Revolver
Smith & Wesson 1955 .22/32 Kit Gun Airweight (pre-Model 43) Double Action Revolver, #32469, .22 LR cal., 3.5'' barrel, blue and anodized finish, factory checkered large diamond walnut grips with S& W medallions, in original box numbered to the gun. Revolver features aluminum frame, as well as alloy cylinder, adjustable rear sight, and semi-flat cylinder latch. Mfg'd approx. 1957. Condition is excellent showing light field use and retaining approx. 96%-97% original factory blue, with light wear at muzzle, thin pronounced index mark to rear portion of cylinder, strong front and back strap. Revolver also features small removable aluminum channel section that fits to underside of topstrap to protect the area immediately above the forcing cone. Grips and action are crisp, bore is bright. Box is fine with some light thinning at top edge. Est.: $500-$750. (C& R/PPT)
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SW .22/32 Target Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson .22/32 Target Double Action Revolver, #384349, .22 LR cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, Bekeart type diamond checkered walnut grips, adjustable rear and Patridge front sights, large ejector rod knob. Mfg'd mid-1920s. Condition is very good retaining approx. 80% flaking factory blue. Grips with mild flattening to checks. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$650. (C&R/PPT)
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High Standard Sport King Semi-Automatic Pistol
High Standard Sport King Semi-Automatic Pistol, #355999, .22 LR cal., 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, brown checkered plastic grips, with one factory magazine. Includes brown leather Lawrence holster. Dating from the late 1950s to early '60s. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 97% blue, with thinning at muzzle and in actioning areas. Left grip panel is cracked along the axis of the grip screw from over-tightening and has been repaired. Front and back strap with just light wear. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R/PPT)(Don Koll collection)
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Armsport Model 2741-M O/U Shotgun
Armsport Model 2741-M Over/Under Shotgun, #35682. 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrels have 3'' chambers, wide 12mm rib, and are choked Mod./Full. Boxlock action features single selective trigger and auto ejectors. Receiver is satin finished with rolled scroll engraving. Wood is dark European walnut with moderate checkering; forend has Schnabel tip; buttstock has no grip cap, Wundhammer swell, and black plastic buttcap; dimensions are 13.5''x1.5''x2-3/8''. Mfg'd 1990's by Armi Marcheno in Italy for Armsport. Condition is near excellent with little wear to action and few small marks to wood. Barrel selector/safety tends to bind up and requires attention. Est.: $500-$700. (Modern)
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Late Remington Model 11-87 Premier Semi-Auto Shotgun
Very Late Remington Model 11-87 Premier Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #PC602390. 12 ga. 28'' light contour vent rib barrel has target beads, 3'' chamber, and is fitted for Remchokes (Mod. installed). Action is improved model 1100 gas system that shoots 2-3/4'' and 3'' shells interchangeably. Receiver is nicely roll engraved with floral patterns. Finger-groove forend and pistol-grip buttstock are high-gloss American walnut, with cut checkering and Remington grip cap and butt pad. Mfg'd approx. 2006. Condition is near excellent with few scuffs to wood and one small scratch to receiver. Action locks tight and functions correctly; bore is mirror bright. Est.: $450-$600. (Modern)
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Remington Model 11-87 Sporting Clays Shotgun
Remington Model 11-87 Sporting Clays Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #PC363569, 12 ga., 27.5'' vent rib barrel marked ''Target/Light Contour Do Not Modify'', for 2-3/4'' shells, blue finish, fancy checkered walnut stock and forend, with white front and bright intermediate beads. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue. Light marks from range use to stock; forend with some finish loss and minor fissures to left side. Original Remington factory butt pad is retained. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern)
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Remington Wingmaster Model 870 Pump Shotgun
Remington Wingmaster Model 870 Pump Action Shotgun, #428730X, 20 ga., 28'' round barrel choked Full for 2-3/4'' or shorter shells, blue finish, smooth walnut stock. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 96% lightly thinning blue. Stock with minor scuffs and finish loss; chip to toe of buttplate. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $450-$650. (Modern)
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Early Winchester Model 1912 Trap-marked Shotgun
Very Early Winchester Model 1912 Trap-marked Slide-Action Shotgun, #76601. 12 ga. 30'' solid rib ''Nickel Steel'' barrel has a 2-1/2'' chamber and is choked Full. Receiver has roll engraving on its top that matches the solid rib, but is otherwise standard; ''-Trap-'' marking below serial number. Forend is slender round configuration with hand checkering. Buttstock is uncheckered walnut, with no grip cap, but does have a Morgan adjustable trap pad installed, and may be an early replacement. Mfg'd in 1914, first year of 12 gauge Model 1912s. Condition is very good for its age, with some frosting and bluing wear to receiver, and numerous handling marks to buttstock. Action still locks tight and functions correctly; bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Ithaca Model 37R Featherweight Deluxe Shotgun
Ithaca Model 37R Featherweight Deluxe Slide-Action Shotgun, #371086563. 20 ga. 26'' vent rib barrel has target beads, 2-3/4'' chamber, and choked Mod. Action is standard Model 37, with downward ejection and no sear interrupter. Full forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of fancy walnut with nice checkering, an Ithaca Whiteline grip cap and butt pad. Mfg'd approx. 1950s. Condition is excellent, as used little and stored properly. Action locks tight and functions correctly; bore is bright. Est.: $400-$550. (C&R)
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Ithaca Model 37R Standard Grade Shotgun
Ithaca Model 37R Standard Grade Slide-Action Shotgun, #71522. 20 ga. 28'' solid rib barrel has a 2-3/4'' chamber and is choked Full. Action is Browning designed and features downward ejection and loading; receiver is lightly roll engraved. Cylindrical forend and pistol-grip buttstock are of oil-finished walnut, nicely checkered, with a black plastic grip cap and black Ithaca buttplate. Mfg'd approx. 1940, in first few years of production. Condition is excellent and 100% original, showing few small handling marks to wood, little use to action, which functions correctly, and bright bore. A really nice early Ithaca Model 37. Est.: $300-$450. (C& R)
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Charles Daly/Miroku Deluxe Field Grade O/U Shotgun
Charles Daly/Miroku Deluxe Field Grade Over/Under Shotgun, #392097. 12 ga. 28'' vent rib barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers and are choked IC/Mod. Boxlock action is similar to a Browning Citori and features a single selective trigger, auto safety, and auto ejector. The full forend and round-knob long-tang pistol-grip buttstock are above average walnut, nicely checkered, with a Miroku platic buttplate. Receiver is lightly engraved, then washed with a gold solution to fill in most of the engraving. The overall appearance is pleasing. Mfg'd approx. 1970 in Japan. Condition is very good, with some light handling marks to wood and little wear to engraving. Action locks tight and functions correctly; bores are bright. Est.: $500-$750. (Modern)
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Remington Model 1100 Semi-Automatic Shotgun
Remington Model 1100 Semi-Automatic Shotgun, #M742531V, 12 ga., 26'' vent rib barrel choked Imp. Cyl., for 2-3/4'' shells, blue finish, pressed checkered mahogany stock and forend, with later added Pachmayr black rubber butt pad. Condition is excellent showing little use. Buttstock is a slightly lighter color than forend, and butt pad needs final fitting. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $300-$500. (Modern)
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Winchester Stainless Police ''Model 1200'' Shotgun
Winchester Stainless Police ''Model 1200'' Pump Action Shotgun, #L2036091, 12 ga., 18.5'' barrel, 2-3/4'' & 3'' shells, hard chrome finish, dark stained birch stock, Williams type ''V''-notched rifle sight and bright bead front sight, with rubber butt pad. Condition is near excellent retaining all its original finish, with some soiling to metal that should clean easily. Stock is excellent. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $450-$650. (Modern/PPT) (Don Koll collection)
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U.S. Property Remington Model 11 Semi-Auto Riot Shotgun
U.S. Property Remington Model 11 Semi-Automatic Riot Shotgun, #490166, 12 ga., 20'' barrel, matte blue ''military finish'', 2-3/4'' chamber choked Cyl. bore; smooth pistol-grip walnut stock with ''FJA'' cartouche, brown hard rubber buttplate, with later added sling and swivels. Chamber area and left side of receiver with ''U.S.'' flaming bomb markings. Wartime mfg. Condition is fine retaining approx. 85% thinning and flaking finish, with just light wear at high edges, predominantly to both sides of frame near forward and lower edges. Stock with some oil darkening near tang. Crisp government cartouche. Crisp action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (C&R)
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Browning A-Bolt Medallion Bolt Action Rifle
Browning A-Bolt Medallion Bolt Action Rifle, #42019PP217, .243 Win. cal., 22'' barrel, mfg'd without sights, high polish dark blue finish. Receiver with standard scroll engraving and is factory drilled and tapped for scope mount, with gold-colored trigger. One-piece pistol grip walnut stock is checkered with gloss finish, rosewood forend and grip cap, factory black rubber Browning pad, and sling swivel studs. Mfg'd 1988. Rifle is in excellent condition, metal appears near new, retaining approx. 99% factory blue with some slight edgewear to back of bolt. Stock is made of higher grade wood than used on the standard A-Bolt hunter and is also excellent, with sharp checkering, and only a few light scratches and small handling marks. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling and appears to have been fired very little. Est.: $500-$650. (Modern)
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Sako Model AV Bolt Action Rifle
Sako Model AV Bolt Action Rifle, #594329, 7mm Rem. mag. cal., 23'' barrel that was manufactured without sights, blued finish; one-piece pistol-grip walnut stock, is checkered, with Monte Carlo comb, cheekpiece, black rubber Pachmayr recoil pad, quick-detachable sling swivels and Butler Creek sling. Made in Finland; imported by Stoeger and so marked on bottom of barrel. Metal surfaces rate in excellent condition and retain approx. 98% factory blue with scattered light handling marks. Stock is good with impressions and scratches, most noticeable on the cheekpiece; buttstock finish with some fine crazing. Action is smooth; bore is clean with excellent rifling. Est.: $600-$900. (Modern)
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Marlin Camp 9 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Marlin Camp 9 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #10882177, 9mm, 16'' barrel, blue finish, smooth pistol-grip birch stock, standard rear and bright orange front sight, factory rubber butt pad, with one 10-rd. magazine. Factory drilled and tapped holes in top of receiver for scope. Note: These rifles take the same magazines as the S&W M-59. Condition is very good retaining approx. 95% original blue. Stock with moderate scuffs and dings, but overall very solid. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $450-$650. (Modern)
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Sako L461 Bolt Action Single Shot Rifle
Sako L461 Bolt Action Single Shot Rifle, #156880, .222 mag. cal., 24'' custom bright barrel additionally marked ''242ND'' just beneath caliber designation; blue receiver and trigger guard, custom fitted trigger shoe, finely checkered European walnut stock, with black rubber butt pad. (The "242ND" indicates the chamber has been necked down. Standard factory ammo will not chamber. Cartridge necks will need to be turned down to properly feed and shoot safely.) Condition is excellent as modified, showing very little use, and stock with only small impressions. Crisp action, super light trigger pull, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (Modern)
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Early Ruger 10/22 Int'l Semi-Auto Carbine
Early Ruger 10/22 International Semi-Automatic Carbine, #103068, .22 LR cal., 18.5'' barrel, blue finish, black alloy frame, brass beaded blade front sight, folding rear sight, and includes one 10-round Ruger magazine. One-piece checkered Mannlicher style walnut stock with black plastic Ruger buttplate and grip cap, sling swivels, brown leather sling. Mfg'd 1967. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 98% original metal finish; top of the receiver with a small amount of light scratching; bolt with mild cloudy reddish brown oxidation. Wood with a good even color and finish, intermittent shallow indentations and small handlings marks, no major blemishes. Action is smooth, bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R)
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Early Ruger 10/22 Semi-Automatic Carbine
Early Ruger 10/22 Semi-Automatic Carbine, #110-71362, .22 LR cal., 18.5'' barrel, blue finish, black alloy frame, one-piece pistol-grip hardwood stock, original buttplate, brass beaded blade front sight, folding rear sight, and includes one 10-round Ruger magazine. Mfg'd 1971. Topped with a BSA 4x42 Air Rifle scope; scope with matte black finish and duplex reticle. Condition is good, a majority of the metal finish remains; barrel with light brown toning, scattered specks and a few moderate spots of surface rust; receiver with light pitting; bolt with reddish brown patina. Wood shows wear that is fairly consistent with the overall condition of the rest of the rifle, including shallow surface dents and scratches. Action is smooth, bore is bright with excellent rifling. The exterior of the scope with a few spots of tacky black residue that needs to be cleaned, otherwise showing only a few minor handling marks; optics are clear. Est.: $150-$250. (Modern)
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Like New Savage Axis Bolt Action Rifle
Like New Savage Axis Bolt Action Rifle, #K750184, .270 Win. cal., 22'' barrel, matte stainless finish; one-piece pistol grip matte black synthetic stock with finger grooved forend, black rubber recoil pad, and sling swivel studs. Manufactured without sights; top of the receiver with two-piece Weaver style scope bases. Included is one detachable magazine, original box that is numbered to the gun, owner's manual, and cable lock. This rifle is in excellent as new condition. Stock with only a few light scuffs and very minor handling marks; the original Savage Axis sticker is still attached to the bottom of the forend. Action is smooth, bore is bright with sharp rifling. Box shows storage type wear. Est.: $300-$400. (Modern)
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Savage Model 12 BVSS Bolt Action Rifle
Savage Model 12 BVSS Bolt Action Rifle, with Bushnell Elite 4200 scope, #G041238, .223 Rem. cal., 26'' heavy fluted barrel, stainless finish, mfg'd without sights. One-piece pistol grip brown laminated wood target style stock with flat forend, black forend cap, stainless sling swivel studs, LOP over red rubber pad is 13-3/4''. Rifle also features an internal box magazine, tang mounted safety, no AccuTrigger. Topped with a Bushnell Elite 4200 6-24x40 scope on matte stainless Burris mounts; scope with a matte black finish, Mil-Dot reticle, and includes a pair of Bausch & Lomb lens covers. Condition is excellent with only slight handling marks to the metal. Stock with a few minor indentations from handling and use, no major blemishes. Action is smooth; bore is bright with sharp rifling. Scope appears as new with only a few minor marks to the exterior, optics are crystal clear. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)
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Mauser Model 96 Straight-Pull Rifle
Mauser Model 96 Straight-Pull Rifle, #96003782, .270 cal., 22'' barrel, parkerized finish; one-piece pistol-grip walnut stock is checkered at the forend and grip with an oil type finish, black rubber Mauser pad, and sling swivel studs. Rifle came from the factory without sights; top of receiver with two-piece scope bases, and tang-mounted safety. ''Mauser Banner'' logo on both the frame and barrel; made in Germany, mfg'd 1997. In good to very good overall condition, rifle shows little evidence of being fired but does shows signs of improper storage. Metal retains most of the original phosphate finish with light scuffs and scratches, predominantly on the front half of the barrel; factory lettering is clear. Stock with scattered pressure dents and scratches, some within the checkering pattern. Smooth action, mirror bright bore with sharp rifling. Est.: $300-$500. (Modern)
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Winchester Model 94AE .44 Mag. Lever Action Carbine
Winchester Model 94AE .44 Magnum Lever Action Carbine, with Nikon scope, #5354618, .44 Rem. mag. cal., 20'' round barrel, blued finish, straight grip walnut stock and forend, black rubber Pachmayr recoil pad, silver bead front sight with hood, standard sporting rear sight with elevator, hammer extension, no cross-bolt safety. Topped with a Nikon Pro Staff BDC 3-9x40 scope and UTG quick-detachable scope rings; scope with a matte black finish and long-range hunting reticle. Rifle is in very good condition and retains approx. 98%+ factory blue; there are some intermittent specks of surface rust present on parts of the barrel and receiver. Stock with a good color and even finish with scattered tiny indentations from handling, predominantly on the forend; no large or major blemishes. Action is crisp, bore is mirror bright and rates in excellent condition. Scope appears as new with crystal clear optics. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern)
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Ruger New Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver
Ruger New Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver, #51-35177, .30 Carbine cal., 7.5'' barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips with Ruger medallions, fixed blade front sight, and fully adjustable rear sight. In original box with matching end label and owner's manual. This revolver is in excellent overall condition. Approx. 99% original finish remains, with one noticeable scratch to the bottom of the barrel and thin index line to the cylinder. Left grip with a few small marks from handling. Action is smooth and crisp with a mirror bright bore. Est.: $350-$500. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger Old Model Single-Six Revolver
Ruger Old Model Single-Six .22 Magnum Convertible Single Action Revolver, with additional .22 LR cylinder, #328178, 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, 3-screw, black aluminum alloy XR3 grip frame, Goncalo Alves wood grips with Ruger ''Black Eagle'' medallions; standard fixed sights include a blade front and square-notched rear. This 3-screw revolver has not had the transfer bar safety conversion. Left side of frame is marked ''RUGER SINGLE SIX/WIN. .22 RF MAG. CAL.''. .22 LR cylinder is numbered and matches the gun. Mfg'd 1961. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 98% original blue, with light muzzle wear and intermittent small marks from handling. Grips also with a small amount of normal slight handling marks, retain most of their finish, and fit well with a nice grain pattern. Good crisp action; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Additional .22 LR cylinder is lightly used. Est.: $350-$550. (C&R/PPT)
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Early Ruger Old Model Single-Six Revolver
Early Ruger Old Model Single-Six Single Action Revolver, with flat loading gate, #2826, .22 LR cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, 3-screw, black aluminum alloy XR3 grip frame, checkered hard rubber Ruger grips; standard fixed sights include a blade front and square-notched rear. This 3-screw revolver has not had the transfer bar safety conversion. Mfg'd 1954. Condition is good retaining approx. 80% thinning and toning original blue, with a few tiny specks of pitting on the frame; factory lettering is crisp and clear. Grips show signs of moderate age and wear with losses to the black portion of the Ruger medallions; otherwise no chips, cracks, or flat spots to the checkering. Good smooth action; bore is bright and rates in excellent condition. Est.: $250-$450. (C&R/PPT)
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Rossi EMF 92 Albuquerque, New Mexico Tri-Centennial Rifle
Rossi EMF 92 Albuquerque, New Mexico Tri-Centennial Commemorative Lever Action Rifle, #AM18334U, .45 Colt cal., 20'' blue octagonal barrel, case hardened frame and lever, laser-cut dark stained birch stock, with New Mexico and Route 66 motifs. Includes display board and similarly decorated Bowie knife. Condition is near excellent, appearing unfired, retaining approx. 97% of its finish, with some very light surface rust to left side of frame, which could be lightly cleaned. Stock and forend are excellent; laser-cut portions of stock are crisp showing no wear. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $450-$650. (Modern)
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Taylor's/Chiappa 1892-Style Saddle Ring Carbine
Commemorative Model 1892-Style Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine, by Taylor's/Chiappa, #T5164, .44-40 CF cal., 20'' round barrel with standard sights, marked ''Taylor's & Co., Inc./Winchester, VA'' ahead of rear barrel band, ''Chiappa Firearms, Italy'' to the rear, and ''44-40 Win'' at breech; receiver has large loop operating lever, left-side saddle ring, is decorated in gold and silver on both sides with Native American scenes and symbols, numbered ''9 of 300'' in a ribbon behind hammer, and marked with various proofmarks, ser. no. and ''A&A Engraving, Inc./Rapid City, S.D.'' over ''America Remembers''/AHL, Inc., Ashland, VA'' underneath; varnished richly-grained stocks, the forend with a single barrel band, the buttstock with a carbine buttplate. Hammer, two barrel bands and mag. tube end cap are gold plated, the balance a deep blue-black finish. Condition appears as new and unfired. Metal surfaces retaining all their original finishes, as do the stocks. Edges and markings are sharp; action is very smooth; bore is brilliant with pronounced rifling. Est.: $500-$1,000. (Modern)
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Winchester M.94AE Wrangler Lever Action Carbien
Winchester Model 94AE Wrangler Lever Action Carbine, #6220670, .44 Rem. mag. cal., 16'' round barrel, dark blued finish, large loop lever, straight grip walnut stock and forend, checkered black composite Winchester buttplate, dovetailed blade front sight and standard sporting rear sight with elevator, with saddle ring and cross-bolt safety. Included is the original box that is numbered to the gun. There are two spots of surface rust on the lever, otherwise the rifle appears near new, appearing to have been handled and fired very little; approx. 99% factory blue remains. Stock and forend with only a few very minor handling marks. Crisp action; mirror bright bore with excellent rifling. Est.: $500-$700. (Modern)
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Ruger New Model Super Single-Six SSM Revolver
Ruger New Model Super Single-Six SSM .32 H&R Magnum Single Action Revolver, #650-14520, 6.5'' barrel, blue finish, black aluminum alloy XRN-3RED grip frame, walnut grips with Ruger ''Silver Eagle'' medallions, fixed blade front sight, square-notched rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation. Mfg'd 1985. Metal surfaces rate in near excellent condition overall retaining approx. 98% original blue, with some light edge wear on butt and left edge of the grip frame; factory lettering is crisp. Grips are good with impressions and moderate finish wear, predominantly on the right grip and along the bottom edges of the left grip. Good crisp action; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger Old Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver
Ruger Old Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver, with additional cylinder, #45-12892, 3-screw frame, .45 LC/.45 ACP cal; .45 ACP cylinder is electro-penciled and matches the revolver, .45 LC is not numbered; 4-5/8'' barrel, blue finish, XR3-Red grip frame, walnut grips with Ruger ''silver eagle'' medallions, blade front sight, rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation. This 3-screw revolver has not had the transfer bar safety conversion. Mfg'd 1971. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 98%+ factory blue; factory lettering, especially on the barrel is crisp. .45 LC cylinder with a few slight scratches, one small spot of fine pitting, only a very faint index line; .45 ACP cylinder also has only a very faint index line. Grips with intermittent small handling marks; back edges with some thinning to the finish and color. Action is smooth; bore is clean and rates in excellent condition. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger Old Model Single-Six Revolver
Ruger Old Model Single-Six Single Action Revolver, #21-43239, .22 LR cal., 5.5'' barrel, blue finish, 3-screw, black aluminum alloy XR3-RED grip frame, walnut grips with Ruger ''Black Eagle'' medallions; standard fixed sights include a blade front and square-notched rear. This 3-screw revolver has not had the transfer bar safety conversion. Mfg'd 1972. Condition is very good retaining approx. 95% original blue, with some intermittent tiny specks of oxidation on the barrel; factory lettering is crisp; ejector rod housing with a small spot of pitting. Grips with scattered moderate handling marks; most of the finish remains with some thinning to the bottom half of the right grip. Good crisp action; bore is bright and rates in excellent condition. Est.: $200-$400. (C&R/PPT)
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Early Colt Frontier Scout Revolver
Early Colt Frontier Scout Single Action Revolver, #46687F, .22 LR cal., 4.75'' barrel, blue finish, alloy frame, factory black composition grips, with standard sights. Mfg'd 1958. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 98% factory metal finish with slight muzzle wear; bottom of the barrel with a light rub mark; there is also a small scratch on the left side, near the screw that holds the cylinder pin in place. Grips appear as new. Cylinder with only a faint index line, chambers are clean, bore is mirror bright; appears to have been fired very little. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R/PPT)
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Colt ''Peacemaker .22'' Single Action Revolver
Colt ''Peacemaker .22'' Single Action Revolver, #G36047, .22 LR RF cal., 6'' round barrel with ejector and standard sights, marked with maker's name and Hartford address in one line on top and ''Peacemaker .22'' on left side; fluted 6-shot round cylinder is marked ''.22 L.R.'' in three places on periphery; solid frame has right-side loading gate, two-line 1871-72-75 patent dates and ''Rampant Colt'' logo at lower left; steel gripstraps with scroll engraving at butt and two-piece checkered hard rubber grips having the Rampant Colt in an oval panel at top and a raised eagle with shield at bottom. Mfg'd ca. 1972 with blued barrel, ejector, cylinder and straps, blued hammer with polished sides, and case hardened frame. Condition is near excellent. Barrel, ejector rod and cylinder retain approx. 85% thinning blue; gripstraps, hammer and trigger with most original blue; frame with 35% case colors going silver. Grips with sharp checkering and details and fit well. Edges and markings are sharp; action is smooth; bore is bright with defined rifling. Est.: $250-$450. (Modern/PPT)
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HR Whitetails Unltd. 1997 Edition Handy Rifle
H&R Whitetails Unltd. 1997 Edition Handy Rifle, #HL238910, .45-70 cal., 22'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut stock and forend, with standard rifle sights and original factory rubber butt pad. Rifle features whitetail coin inlaid to right side of buttstock, with similar motif etched in right side of frame. Condition is near excellent with metal surfaces retaining approx. 97%+ original finish. Stock with light handling marks. Rear sight blade is missing. Good action, mirror bright bore. Est.: $300-$500. (Modern)
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Ruger New Bearcat Single Action Revolver
Ruger New Bearcat Single Action Revolver, #93-29071, .22 LR cal., 4'' barrel, stainless steel, smooth white plastic (faux ivory) grips, added trigger shoe, blade front sight, standard notched rear sight; front sight with an added white highlight and clear lacquer finish; rear sight with added black paint. In the original gray plastic Ruger case with matching end label, cable lock, and owner's manual. Revolver is in excellent overall condition and shows little evidence of being fired. Cylinder with no noticeable index line and the face is clean and without any powder staining. Frame with a few light handling marks, most noticeable on the right side. Factory lettering and cylinder roll engraving is crisp. Grips also show only light handling marks. Bore is mirror bright, rifling is excellent. Est.: $300-$500. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger Old Model Single-Six Revolver
Ruger Old Model Single-Six Single Action Revolver, #162571, .22 LR cal., 9.5'' barrel, blue finish, 3-screw, black aluminum alloy XR3 grip frame, walnut grips with Ruger ''Black Eagle'' medallions; standard fixed sights include a blade front with added red paint and square-notched rear. This 3-screw revolver has not had the transfer bar safety conversion. Mfg'd 1960. Condition is good retaining approx. 80%-85% thinning and toning original blue, with some intermittent tiny specks of pitting on parts of the barrel and frame; previous owner's name has been electro-penciled into the bottom of the barrel, near the ejector rod housing. Grips with general shallow handling marks and thinning/finish loss, no chips or cracks. Good crisp action; bore is bright and rates in excellent condition. Est.: $250-$450. (C&R/PPT)
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Sig Sauer P226 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Sig Sauer Model P226 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #U530159, double/single action, 9mm, 4.4'' barrel, matte black slide, black alloy frame, replacement checkered black rubber grips, white dot front sight and square-notched rear sight with white post insert, and one 15-rd. Sig Sauer magazine. Condition is very good, retaining approx. 97% original finish; slide with scattered surface scuffs and spots of light edgewear. Grip checkering is unmarred, smooth borders show signs of moderate handling wear. Smooth action, bright bore with excellent rifling. Est.: $450-$650. (Modern/PPT) (High-cap mag not available to Calif. residents.)
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Glock Model 24 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Glock Model 24 Semi-Automatic Pistol, converted to 9mm, #BKA978US, originally chambered in .40 S&W cal., with a replacement 6'' stainless Lone Wolf 40-9mm barrel, vented matte black slide, black polymer frame, white dot front sight and square-notched white outline rear sight, no magazine. Pistol is in near excellent condition overall; moderate surface scuffs are present on the slide, most noticeable on the right front; edges of magazine well with a few tiny indentations. Lone Wolf barrel appears near new, bore is clean with strong rifling; action is smooth. Est.: $500-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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C Model 85-B Semi-Auto Pistol
CZ 85-B Semi-Automatic Pistol, #D5999, double/single action, 9mm cal., 4.6'' barrel, black finish, factory checkered black plastic grips, white 3-dot sights include a blade front and square-notched rear, with ambidextrous safety and one unmarked 15-round magazine. Made in the Czech Republic. Condition is excellent, retaining approx. 99% metal finish; frame and slide with a few tiny indentations and small handling marks. Grips also with only a few minor handling marks, checkering is sharp. Action is tight and smooth; bore is clean, rifling is excellent. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern/PPT) (High-cap mag not available to Calif. residents.)
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Walther P88 Semi-Auto Pistol
Walther P88 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #010083, 9mm cal., double/single action, 4'' barrel, blue finish, black alloy frame, checkered black plastic grips, white-dot front sight, two-dot square-notched rear sight, ambidextrous decocking lever and magazine release button, with one aftermarket 10-round magazine. In original two-piece box with test target, owner's manual, and cleaning rod. Frame, barrel, and slide with matching numbers. Right side of slide is marked ''INTERARMS ALEXANDRIA/VA.'' Right side of frame with proofmarks and ''KE'' date code. Mfg'd 1994. Condition is very good. Frame retains approx. 97% original finish, 85% lightly thinning and toning original finish on the slide. Slide markings, proof marks, etc. are clear. Grips show moderate handling wear, checkering is sharp. Smooth action, bright bore rates as near excellent. Box shows age and storage type wear, one of the corners of the lid is split. Est.: $600-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Beretta Model 92FS Vertec Inox Semi-Automatic Pistol
Beretta Model 92FS Vertec Inox Semi-Automatic Pistol, #BER348854, 9mm cal., satin stainless finish, original checkered and stippled black plastic grips, orange-dot blade front sight and two-dot square-notched rear sight, ambidextrous safety/decocker, with one 10-rd. Beretta magazine. Includes a Vanguard hard shell case. Condition is excellent, appearing near new. There are a few rub marks present on the lower accessory rail, otherwise the frame and slide with only a few insignificant marks from handling. Grips and action are as new; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $500-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 60-4 Chief's Special Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 60-4 Chief's Special Double Action Revolver, #BPL4929, .38 Spec. cal., 3'' full lug barrel, stainless steel, checkered black rubber combat grips, ramped blade front sight, square-notched fully adjustable rear sight. Condition is very good showing signs of moderate use, with scattered light scratches and other small handling marks. Action is tight; chambers and bore are clean, rifling is excellent. Est.: $350-$550. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger GP-100 Match Champion Revolver
Ruger GP-100 Match Champion Double Action Revolver, #177-30106, .357 mag. cal., 6-shot, 4.2'' slab-sided barrel, satin stainless steel, stippled hardwood grips, green fiber optic front sight and square-notched rear sight. Included is the original numbered gray plastic Ruger case with gun lock, owner's manual, and misc. factory paperwork. Revolver is in excellent very lightly used condition. Metal surfaces and grips with intermittent slight handling marks; factory lettering is crisp. Action is smooth; bore and chambers are bright, cylinder face is clean with a light index line. Est.: $550-$750. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger P95DC Semi-Auto Pistol
Ruger P95DC Semi-Automatic Pistol, #311-81231, double/single action, 9mm cal., 4'' barrel, blued slide has toned to an overall plum color, black polymer frame, white 3-dot sights, ambidextrous decocking lever and magazine release, with two (2) 10-round magazines. In the original gray plastic case with matching end label, owner's manual, loader, test target, and gun lock. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, with only a few slight handling marks. Smooth action, mirror bright bore with sharp rifling. Est.: $300-$450. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 39-2 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #A151835, 9mm, 4'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, and one factory magazine. Mfg'd 1972. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 97% original finish, with minor scratches to right side of frame above trigger and to frame spur above magazine housing. Grips with light scratches. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (Modern/PPT)
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Colt MK IV Series 80 Officer's Model Pistol
Colt MK IV Series 80 Officer's Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #FA13727, .45 ACP cal., 3.75'' barrel, matte blue finish, factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, and one factory magazine. Sights have been updated with three-dot type. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 96% factory finish. Grip screw slots show light wear; grips with some small pressure dings to both sides. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $500-$750. (Modern/PPT)
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Composite Lightweight Combat Commander Semi-Auto Pistol
Composite Lightweight Combat Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol, #R03953, .38 Super cal., 4.25'' barrel, blue finish, phosphate frame, Colt factory checkered walnut grips with gold medallions, with one original Colt magazine. Colt slide, barrel, grips and small parts; frame by RMI of South El Monte. Condition is excellent as assembled, retaining approx. 97% factory blue to slide, very minor thinning to finish to aftermarket frame. Grips and action are excellent, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$750. (Modern/PPT)
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Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol
Browning Hi-Power Semi-Automatic Pistol, #245PZ84622, 9mm cal., 4-5/8'' barrel, blue finish, spur hammer, factory checkered walnut grips, blade front sight, square-notched rear sight, and one 13-round magazine; magazine body with a phosphate finish and blued steel base. Left side of slide is marked ''BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q.''; right side ''MADE IN BELGIUM/BY FABRIQUE NATIONALE HERSTAL''. Mfg'd 1981. In fine used condition retaining approx. 97% factory blue, with finish loss and handling marks to the front and backstrap; left side of slide with a quarter-inch arched thin scratch thru ''G'' in Morgan. Grips show moderate handling marks. Action is smooth; bore is bright with strong rifling. Est.: $700-$900. (Modern/PPT)(High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Ruger Mk I Semi-Auto Target Pistol
Ruger Mark I Semi-Automatic Target Pistol, #14-39835, .22 LR cal., 6-7/8'' tapered barrel, blue finish, factory checkered black plastic grips, with two factory magazines, in its original box with associated paperwork. Mfg'd appox. 1977. Condition is excellent, appearing as new. Original box is a little tatty but very presentable. Est.: $350-$500. (Modern/PPT).
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Scarce Beretta Model 82BB Semi-Automatic Pistol
Scarce Like New Beretta Model 82BB Semi-Automatic Pistol, #E18409W, double action, 7.65mm (.32 ACP) cal., 3.75'' barrel, bright nickel finish, factory checkered walnut grips, blade front sight, square-notched rear sight, ambidextrous safety, with two (2) Beretta magazines. In the original blue Berretta case with exterior cardboard box that is numbered to the gun, owner's manual, and cleaning brush. Right side of trigger guard with ''AM'' date code, mfg'd in 1984. Pistol is in excellent, like new overall condition with only a few slight handling marks to the bright nickel finish. Grips show no handling wear and appear as new. Action is tight and smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling; internally a very clean pistol that shows little evidence of being fired. Est.: $500-$800. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger Mark II Target Semi-Automatic Pistol
Ruger Mark II Target Semi-Automatic Pistol, #18-66316, .22 LR cal., 6-7/8'' tapered barrel, blue finish, original checkered black plastic grips, added trigger shoe, Patridge front sight and square-notched fully adjustable rear sight. With an added sight base that clamps to the front of the frame, no extra holes were necessary for mounting; topped with a Ultra Dot red dot sight. Included are two (2) 10-rd. Ruger magazines, one NOS that is still sealed in the original packaging; two (2) 12-rd. Ramline magazines; original unnumbered box with correct end label; brown cardboard outer box with firearms information stamped on the end, hand numbered to the gun. Pistol is in excellent overall condition and retains approx. 99%+ factory blue with crisp markings. Grips appear as new with clean, sharp checkering. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Red dot sight was tested and functions properly. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern/PPT) (High-cap mags not available to Calif. residents.)
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Ruger Mark III Hunter Semi-Automatic Pistol
Ruger Mark III Hunter Semi-Automatic Pistol, #229-11113, .22 LR cal., 6-7/8'' fluted barrel, stainless finish, stippled and finger-grooved black rubber Hogue grips, ''V''-notched fully adjustable rear sight. Factory drilled and tapped, topped with a one-piece base and a Hakko Panorama MK-III red dot sight; front sight has been removed and is not present. Included is one 10-rd. Ruger magazine, green plastic Ruger case with matching end label, gun lock, two (2) locking safety keys, and owner's manual. Condition is excellent with only intermittent slight handling marks to the frame and barrel showing crisp markings. Grips show minimal handling wear. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Red dot sight was tested and functions properly. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern/PPT)
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SW Model 64-3 Double Action Revolver
Smith & Wesson Model 64-3 Double Action Revolver, #7D91929, .38 Spec. cal., 4'' barrel, stainless steel finish, factory checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. Post-1981 non-pinned barrel as mfg'd 1981. Condition is near excellent showing just light range use. Grips with minor wear. Good action, bright bore. Est.: $350-$500. (Modern/PPT)
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Ruger Security Six Double Action Revolver
Ruger Security Six Double Action Revolver, #161-68449, .357 mag. cal., 6'' barrel, blue finish, checkered black rubber Pachmayr grips, added trigger shoe, red ramp front sight, and fully adjustable white outline rear sight. In the original one-piece Ruger box with owner's manual and brown cardboard outer box with firearms information stamped on the end and is hand numbered to the gun. Also included is the original rear sight blade. The one-piece box does have the correct end label but it has become detached from the box itself. Condition is excellent, appearing near new, retaining approx. 98%+ original finish; cylinder with only a thin, faint index line; left side of frame above the grip with a small scratch resulting in finish loss. Factory lettering is crisp. Action is smooth; bore is bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $350-$500. (Modern/PPT)
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Sig Sauer P230 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Sig Sauer P230 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #S137593, double/single action, .380 ACP cal., 3.6'' barrel, blue finish, checkered Cocobolo wood grips, white-dot blade front sight, square notched rear sight, decocker, and includes three (3) 7-rd. Sig Sauer magazines. Front strap with an added piece of stippled grip tape. In the original two-piece box with matching end label, owner's manual, matching test target, additional pair of grip screws, and extra rear sight. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, retaining approx. 99%+ original finish. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Grips also appear as new with only a few insignificant marks from handling. Action is smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern/PPT)
Firearms, Gun
Sig Sauer P230 SL Semi-Automatic Pistol
Sig Sauer P230 SL Semi-Automatic Pistol, #S028553, double/single action, .380 ACP cal., 3.6'' barrel, satin stainless steel, checkered Cocobolo wood grips, red-dot blade front sight and square notched rear sight, decocker, and three (3) 7-rd. magazines; two (2) Sig Sauer and the other is unmarked. Front strap with an added piece of stippled grip tape. In the original two-piece box with matching end label, owner's manual, matching test target, and additional pair of stainless grip screws. Condition is excellent, appearing as new, with only a few slight handling marks to the slide, most noticeable is a small scratch to the left side. Factory lettering is crisp and clear. Grips also appear as new with sharp checkering. Action is tight and smooth; bore is mirror bright with excellent rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (Modern/PPT)