501. ALSOP POCKET REVOLVER. Ser: 2726 4 octagonal barrel, .31 caliber,
rosewood grips. CONDITION: Overall fine, retaining 90% blue on loading lever
housing, 75% on cylinder and 50% on frame and barrel. Bright casehardening colors
on hammer and loading lever. The grips retain about 90% of the original varnish
although the right grip has a partial crack through the grip screw. The bore
is fine. Mechanically excellent. 4-41229 FS1 (1,500-3,000)
502. REMINGTON BEALS NAVY REVOLVER. Ser 11472, caliber .36, 7Þ octagonal
barrel, walnut grips. Standard two line marking on top of barrel. CONDITION:
Very good with smooth gray patina on barrel, traces of blue in protected places
on frame, loading lever and trigger. The grips are fine with wear at high spots
and 5 notches filed in left grip, the bore is fine, mechanically tight. 4-41231
FS2 (1,000-2,000)
503. NEPPERHAN POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Ser 2780, .31 caliber, 6 octagonal
barrel. Early type with two line NEPPERHAN / FIREARMS Co marking
on top of barrel. CONDITION: Excellent with 85% of flaky blue overall, bright
casehardening on loading lever and hammer, 95% original varnish on grips. There
is a tiny chip on top of left grip. The bore is fine, mechanically excellent.
4-41226 FS5 (1,500-3,500)
504. RARE HOODED CYLINDER WHITNEY REVOLVER. Ser 134, .28 caliber, 6 octagonal
barrel. Marked E.WHITNEY N. HAVEN. CT. on top of barrel, caps PATENT
/ APPLIED FOR on sides of cylinder shield. A large thumb notch has been
carved in left grip. The cylinder pin retaining screw is missing. The cylinder
has etched decorations. CONDITION: A very fine specimen, retaining over 90%
of the silver on the frame and trigger guard, 60% thinning blue on the barrel,
the grips have most of the original varnish except where the left one has been
carved. The bore is fine, mechanically excellent. 4-41224 FS4 (2,500-4,000)
505. RARE WHITNEY BEALS WALKING BEAM REVOLVER. Ser 294, caliber .31, 6
octagonal barrel, walnut grips. Standard 2 line Whitney marking on top of frame
and BEALS patent marking on left side. The cylinder is etched with vines and
flowers. CONDITION: fine with 80% flaking blue on barrel, 50% on cylinder and
strong traces on the frame, the grips retain about 90% of the original varnish,
the bore is very good, the action is fine. 4-41225 FS8 (2,000-4,000)
506. NEPPERHAN POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 3691, 4Ú octagonal barrel, .31 caliber,
three line marking NEPPERHAN / FIRE ARMS Co / YONKERS N.Y. marking on
top of barrel. The top flange on the front of the hammer is broken off and missing.
CONDITION: Fine with 80% blue on cylinder, 40% on frame and barrel, 90% silver
on trigger guard, 50% fading casehardening colors on loading lever and hammer.
The grips retain about 90% of the original varnish with normal dents and scratches.
The bore is very good, mechanically excellent. 4-41227 FS3 (1,000-2,500)
507. RARE ENGRAVED PETTENGILL POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Ser 54, caliber .31,
4 Þ octagonal barrel. Early type with split loading lever. The frame barrel
and loading assemble are engraved with light scrolls. RAYMOND & ROBITAILLE
/ PATENTED 1858 is stamped on the top of frame, PETTENGILLS / PATENT 1856
on bottom of the frame. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina on frame and cylinder,
20% blue on barrel, faded casehardening colors on the loading assembly. The
rosewood grips retain almost all of the original varnish. The bore is very good,
mechanically excellent. 4-41228 FS6 (2,000-5,000)
508. PETTENGILL ARMY REVOLVER WITH INSPECTOR MARKS. Ser 4285, caliber .44,
7 Þ octagonal barrel, inspector marks WW on frame, barrel,
loading lever, cylinder and in a rectangular cartouche on the left grip. Comes
with a card showing provenance from the Sam Smith collection, late markings
PETTENGILLS / PATENTED 1856 / PATd JULY 22 1856 / & JULY 27 1858
on top of frame and PATENTED / NOV. 4. 1862 on the bottom of the
frame. CONDITION: Fine, with 80% blue on cylinder, 50% elsewhere. The
grips have wear at high spots and normal dents and nicks elsewhere. 4-41237
FS7 (3,500-5,500)
509. ROGERS & SPENCER CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH FULL INSPECTOR
MARKS. Ser 218, 44 caliber, 7 Þ octagonal barrel, walnut grips, standard
markings on top of frame, inspector marks BW P on individual parts R
P B in cartouche on left side of grip. This is a very low serial number and
comes with a provenance card from the Sam Smith Collection and showing his purchase
of this gun over 50 years ago from the famous Colt collector John Dumont. 4-41238
FS9 (2,500-4,500)
510. UNFIRED! ALLEN & WHEELOCK ARMY REVOLVER. Ser 485, caliber .44, 7 Þ
part octagonal barrel. Standard model and markings, except L / 137
on the butt. Includes provenance card from Sam Smith collection showing his
purchase in 1947. CONDITION: Like new with losses only to flaking of the blue,
brilliant casehardening on the rammer lever and hammer. The grips have almost
of the original varnish but have some light handling marks and dents, the bore
and action are like new. 4-41234 FS11 (3,000-5,000)
511. FREEMAN ARMY CIVIL WAR REVOLVER. Ser 942, caliber .44, 7 Þ round
barrel. Another number 227 is stamped on the right side of the frame. CONDITION:
75% blue on cylinder mixed with light surface rust and pitting, 50% blue on
frame with flaked areas and some light surface rust, strong traces of blue in
protected areas on the barrel. The grips have been revarnished, the bore is
good, the action is fine. 4-41232 FS12 (2,000-3,500)
512. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER WITH INSPECTOR MARKS. Ser 89609, caliber
.44, 8 octagonal barrel. Standard three line New Model marking on top
of barrel. Inspector initials on all major parts GP in rectangular
cartouche on grip. CONDITION: 90% blue overall with flaked spots on the frame
and cylinder, slight wear on gripstraps. The grips have minor chips and scratches.
The bore and action are excellent. 4-41235 FS13 (2,500-4,500)
513. REMINGTON NEW MODEL NAVY REVOLVER WITH INSPECTOR MARKS. Ser 32531, caliber
.36, 7 3/8 octagonal barrel. Standard three line marking on top of barrel.
Inspector initials D on all small parts BH in rectangular
cartouche on the left grip. CONDITION: Excellent, 95% blue on barrel and loading
lever, 60% on frame and cylinder with losses mostly from flaking rather than
wear. There is a small chip missing at the top of the left grip, otherwise very
fine. The bore and action are fine. 4-41236 FS14 (3,000-5,000)
514. ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Ser 133866E, caliber .44, 8 round barrel. The serial number on the cylinder is 3870, and the other four serial numbers have the letter E stamped above or below them. The engraving is of the Gustave Young style and includes full coverage on the frame and scattered coverage on the barrel, backstrap and trigger guard, the hammer has a wolfs head on either side, the number 2 is stamped on the left side of the trigger guard. CONDITION: Mostly gray patina with traces of blue and protected spots on the barrel and backstrap, the case hardening colors on the loading lever and hammer have turned dark. The fancy walnut grips retain most of their original varnish. The bore is dark, mechanically needs adjustment. 4-41233 FS15 (2,500-2,500)
515. CASED ENGRAVED PRESENTATION COLT ROOT REVOLVER . Ser 7958, caliber 28,
3 Þ octagonal barrel. The number on the cylinder has been changed to match
the one on the barrel and butt. CHARTER OAK has been engraved in
the base of the grips, which appear to be a fancy grade of walnut. The backstrap
is engraved Saml G. Colt Esqr / Compliments of / Col Colt. Samuel
G Colt was a nephew of Sam Colt. The case contains a reproduction brass bullet
mold, a wood handled screwdriver, an E.PLURBUIS. UNUM. Flask, and an Eley Bros
cap tin. CONDITION: 80% blue on frame, barrel and rear of cylinder, the case
hardening colors on the hammer and loading lever have faded, 95% varnish on
the grips with small flakes on both sides and the wear at the high points, a
tiny chip is missing along the left side at the butt. The case, flask and cap
tin are fine. 4-41277 FS16 (12,500-25,000)
516. CASED ENGRAVED COLT BREVETE LONDON EXHIBITION REVOLVER. Caliber 25, 3
Þ octagonal barrel. Ser 366 DR / 618 is stamped on the trigger
guard, 366 on the barrel lug, all iron surfaces including the bottom of the
barrel and top of the loading lever which are hidden, are etched in a vine and
flower motif with birds on the barrel, birds and a dog chasing rabbits on the
cylinder. The backstrap and trigger guard are not engraved. In a brass-banded
mahogany case with flask, bullet mold, nipple wrench, oiler, cap tain, and keys.
Several documents accompany the gun including copies of the 1945 Gimbel Brothers
catalog, which offered the set at $2,500, twice as much as a cased engraved
Thuer navy revolver. Another letter shows its line of descent from Gimbel to
the current consignor. The markings on top of the barrel have been stamped (COLT
/ BREVETE), and etched (LONDON-EXHIBITION 1851) indicating
it was one of the guns made for the Crystal Palace Exhibition. CONDITION: Retains
most of a dull blue finish on the iron parts. The trigger guard and backstrap
have a mellow brass patina, the nipple wrench and cap tain are fine. The brass
pistol flask has no finish and is missing the spring. The bullet mold has traces
of blue on the sprue cutter and has some battering. The case is excellent. 4-41256
FS17 (3,500 - 6,500)
517. ETCHED COLT BREVETE LONDON EXHIBITION REVOLVER. Ser 315, caliber .25,
3 Ú octagonal barrel. A companion to the above piece, this one is similarly
etched although the animals are different on the barrel and cylinder. The lip
at the nose of the hammer is missing. The dark wood grips have been carved and
checkered. The wedge is a replacement. CONDITION: Dark blue gray patina on iron
parts, mustard color on brass. The grips are missing tiny chips at the toe but
are otherwise fine, the bore is dark and action is fine. 4-41252 FS18 (2,500-4,000)
518. MOORE TITFIRE REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 2199, caliber. 31, 3Ú
round barrel. Original cardboard box has a large engraving of the gun on top
along with the NEW MODEL marking and address in Brooklyn. CONDITION:
Excellent with 95% of the silver on the frame, blue on the barrel and cylinder
and casehardening colors on the hammer. The gutta percha grips are excellent.
The box is very good with replaced edges on the top and an age crack across
the picture. 4-41290 FS19 (1,000-2,000)
519. HAMMOND BULLDOG PISTOL IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 1286, caliber. 44 Hammond,
4 octagonal barrel. Standard markings on top of barrel on breechblock.
The black with gold spots original box contains 6 cartridges with mixed head
stamps, a promissory note from the Connecticut Arms Co and a reproduction instruction
sheet for the gun. CONDITION: Externally the gun is like new, with bright blue
on the barrel and bright casehardening colors on the left side of the frame,
slightly fading on the right. The bore has small patches of pitting. The edges
of the box have been reglued and shows some chipping and losses. 4-41289 FS20
(1,500-2,500)
520. SHARPS MODEL 1A FOUR-BARREL PISTOL IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 15366, caliber.
22, 2Þ barrel. The label inside the box lid is standard for a Model 1A.
CONDITION: The frame retains 97% of the original silver, the barrel has patches
of moderate pitting at front and back with traces of original blue in between.
The floral gutta percha grips are excellent, the edges of the box have all been
reglued and some breaks have been repaired, much chipping to the external surfaces,
the internal surfaces are very dirty. 4-41279 FS21 (1,500-3,000)
521. BLISS & GOODYEAR PERCUSSION REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX WITH ACCESSORIES.
Ser 1851, caliber 25, 3 octagonal barrel. Standard one line marking on
top of barrel. The dark green cardboard box has a label inside the lid with
instructions for loading and cleaning. The single ball mold and shell patterned
flask are unmarked. A brass Hicks cap box completes the accessories. CONDITION:
Smooth gray patina on all metal surfaces, the rosewood grips have been revarnished.
The seams of the box have been reinforced and glued, externally there is much
chipping. The flask retains most of its original finish; the bullet mold has
a smooth gray patina. 4-41278 FS22 (1,500-3,000)
522. CASED COLT ROOT REVOLVER. Ser 1487, caliber 28, 3Þ octagonal barrel,
Model 3A. The standard Colt case contains a crossed-pistols flask, an iron bullet
mold, an English screwdriver and a reproduction cap box. CONDITION: 90% blue
on frame and barrel, 70% on cylinder with good scene. The side plate screws
are battered. The grips are excellent, retaining most of their original varnish.
The case and accessories are fine. 4-41259 FS30 (2,000-3,000)
523. CASED COLT ROOT REVOLVER. Ser 11477, caliber. 31, 3Þ round barrel.
Model 7 with screw in the side of the cylinder. In a standard Colt case with
Colts patent. Flask, bullet mold and screwdriver, plus another screwdriver
and a tin of Eley caps. CONDITION: Excellent with 90% blue on frame, 80% on
barrel, the cylinder has a strong scene but only about half of the blue. Bright
casehardening colors on the hammer. The grips retain most of their original
varnish but have some small chips at the toe. The lid of the case has been cracked
and repaired, the key escutcheon has been replaced, the outside of the case
has been revarnished, the velvet lining is generally very good with damage at
the front side. The top lock plate is missing. The flask has a dark mustard
patina; the cap tin retains most of its brown Japan finish. 4-41258 FS29 (2,500-4,000)
524. CASED COLT ROOT MODEL 2 REVOLVER WITH FLUTED CYLINDER. Ser 559, caliber.
31, 3Þ octagonal barrel. Standard two line markings on the barrel separated
by + marks. The cylinder has the 1850 patent marking in one flute. The standard
Colt case contains an iron mold, an E.PLURIBUS.UNUM. flask, an Eley
cap tin and an incorrect screwdriver. CONDITION: Excellent with 95% blue on
the frame, 90% on barrel, and 40% on cylinder. The grips retain most of their
original varnish and have only tiny chips at the base. A crack in the lid has
been repaired and the outside of the case refinished. The green baize lining
is generally fine. The powder flask retains most of the original lacquer finish;
the cap tin has much chipping and flaking. 4-41257 FS31 (2,000-3,000)
525. MANHATTAN NAVY REVOLVER. Ser 8671, caliber. 36, 6Þ octagonal, standard
two line marking on the barrel, roll engraved 5-scene cylinder with ten cylinder
stops. CONDITION: 90% blue on cylinder, 75% on barrel, 80% fading case hardening
colors on the frame, hammer and loading lever, 85% silver on trigger and backstrap,
85% varnish on the grips with heavy wear around the butt, the bore is dark,
mechanically tight. 4-41244 FS34 (2,000-3,500)
526. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER WITH US INSPECTOR MARKS. Ser 109520,
caliber 44. 8octagonal barrel. R, D, W,
inspector marks on small parts OWA rectangular cartouche on the
left grip. CONDITION: 92% bright blue overall with all loss from streaky flaking
on the right side of the frame. Appears to be unused. 4-41243 FS33 (2,000-4,000)
527. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Ser 178609, all matching except wedge and
lever which have no numbers, caliber. 36, 4 octagonal barrel. The one
line marking on the barrel has not been altered. CONDITION: 70% blue on barrel
mixed with a few spots of light surface rust and scattered light pitting, The
cylinder scene is sharp but no blue remains, only traces of casehardening remain
on the frame, loading lever and hammer. The backstrap and trigger guard have
a mellow patina, the grips retain about 80% of the original varnish with wear
on the edges and some battering on the butt. 4-41230 FS32 (3,000-5,000)
528. CASED LONDON COLT NAVY REVOLVER WITH CANTEEN SHOULDER STOCK. Ser 42962,
all matching including shoulder stock, caliber 36, 7 1/2 octagonal barrel.
Iron backstrap and trigger guard. Four screw frame cut for shoulder stock. Single
line -ADDRESS COL COLT LONDON- on top of barrel. British proof marks
on barrel lug and each chamber. German silver on front sight on steel base dovetailed
into the barrel. The English oak case with carrying ring in the top has a brass
nameplate with the monogram TJC engraved on it. The case is lined
in green baize and contains cleaning rod, combination nipple wrench/screwdriver,
bullet mold, oil bottle, Dixon flask, Eley cap box and the shoulder stock. There
is a white paper label in the lid. CONDITION: The metal surfaces of the pistol
have been cleaned to remove pitting, the barrel marking is faint and deep pitting
still remains on the cylinder. The stock is excellent retaining 90% of the silver;
the serial is stamped on the lower tang of the stock and on the butt plate.
The stopper on the canteen is a replacement. The iron part of the catch mechanism
is moderately pitted, and the knurled screw for it is a replacement. The case
shows some repairs to the top, which has been refinished. The interior of case
is very good except in the areas of repairs on the lid and around the front
sight, the flask and screwdriver are excellent, the bullet mold has been cleaned,
leaving some pitting. 4-41276 FS57 (15,000-25,000)
529. CASED STARR NAVY REVOLVER. Ser 455, caliber. 36, 6 round barrel.
Standard markings on the sides of the frame. In a rare Kidder patent case with
bullet mold, slant charger power flask, cap tin and bullets. The Kidder case
is held together with brass corners. Lined with reddish brown velvet. Comes
with original Starr instruction sheet. CONDITION. Gray/brown patina overall,
grips are very good with normal dents and scratches, the bore is fair, mechanically
needs work. The case is fine externally; somewhat dirty inside with some replaced
partitions. The flask and bullet mold have a dark mustard patina. 4-41255 FS58
(4,000-5,000)
530. STARR DOUBLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH US INSPECTOR MARKS. Ser 8011, caliber,
44, 6 round barrel. W inspector initial on small parts, oval
RHKW cartouche on left side of grip BH rectangular cartouche
on right side of grip. CONDITION: excellent with 85% blue on frame and barrel,
80% on cylinder, 90% faded case hardening color on hammer and lever, the cartouche
on grip are sharp, the bore is fine, mechanically good. 4-41240 FS60 (2,500-4,500)
531. WHITNEY 2 TRIGGER PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER. Ser X42, caliber.
31, 6 octagonal barrel. Standard Whitney marking on barrel, PATENT
APPLIED FOR on right side of frame. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina on iron
parts. Brass frame has been cleaned in the past but is beginning to tone down
to a mellow light mustard patina. The grips are good with one gouge on the left
side and minor chips elsewhere. The bore is poor, mechanically good. The leather
holster was of lightweight construction originally and is now very frail. 4-41250
FS61 (1,500-3,000)
532. STARR DOUBLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. Ser 21674, caliber. 44, 6 round
barrel. Standard markings on both sides of the frame, no US inspector marks
on any parts. CONDITION: excellent overall, retaining 90% of the blue overall,
with losses only on the gripstraps and bottom of trigger guard, slightly faded
casehardening colors on the hammer and loading lever. The bore is excellent,
mechanically good. 4-41242 FS59 (1,500-3,000)
533. ENGRAVED CASED SPRINGFIELD BELT REVOLVER WITH LOADING LEVER. Ser 26, caliber
36, 6 round barrel with provenance card from Sam Smith showing his purchase
from Gimbel Bros in the 1930s. In a red velvet lined walnut case with
correct bullet mold, Colt screwdriver/nipple wrench, Eley cap tin and shell
powder flask. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina on the barrel, cylinder and loading
lever except for blue on replaced loading rod. 50% of the flaking silver remains
on the frame and trigger guard. Grips have numerous small scratches and dents
and repaired sliver at the top of the left one. The bore is pitted, mechanically
fine. The case is generally good with some repairs and tears to the lining.
Flask and cap tin retain much of their original finish. 4-41270 FS62 (2,500-4,500)
534. RARE CASED MANHATTAN NAVY REVOLVER WITH BRITISH PROOF MARKS. Ser 2908,
caliber. 36, 4 octagonal barrel. Standard markings on barrel, small British
proof marks on barrel and each chamber of cylinder. Cased in a London casing
identical to those used for Colt London revolvers. The bullet mold has a four
line Manhattan marking, the nipple wrench/screwdriver is thinner than the Colt
variety, the brass flask has a dog in a wooded scene on both sides, the tin
cap box is unmarked, steel headed cleaning rod. CONDITON: 90% blue and sharp
scenes on the cylinder, 60% flaking blue on barrel, 90% casehardening colors
on frame, hammer and loading lever, slightly fading at the front on the right
side of the frame, 50% original varnish on the grips, 95% silver on backstrap
and trigger guard. The case is fine, the accessories very good. 4-41269 FS63
(2,500-4,000)
535. WHITNEY 2 TRIGGER PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 0 / 95, .31 caliber,
5 octagonal barrel. E.WHITNEY N.HAVEN CT. marking on top of
barrel, PATENT APPLIED FOR on right side of frame. This revolver
has seen considerable modification, including a groove around the front of the
cylinder which was originally thought to have been a modification to avoid Colts
patent but actually is only to allow the operation of the shortened cylinder
release trigger. The cylinder pin is a replacement. The barrel and cylinder
have been filed, removing most of the barrel flats. CONDITION. The frame retains
about 75% of the original silver, the other metal parts have a dull gray patina,
the grips are smooth with a short crack at the toe of the right one. The bore
is very dark, mechanically needs adjustment. 4-41249 FS10 (1,000-2,000)
536. ALSOP NAVY REVOLVER. Ser 98, caliber. 36, 3Þ octagonal barrel. The
first line of the barrel marking was lightly struck and is unreadable. The second
line is sharp, and the frame marking is sharp. CONDITION: 50% blue on the barrel
mixed with light surface rust, 50% blue on the cylinder with evidence of pounding
on two chambers. The chamber inserts are missing. Traces of blue on frame and
safety, 75% original varnish on grips with heavy scratches at the base, the
bore is evenly pitted, mechanically good. 4-41246 FS45 (1,500-3,000)
537. JAMES WARNER POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 376 and unreadable number is under the
silver on the rear of the trigger guard, caliber. 28, 3 1/8 round barrel,
rosewood grips. Standard markings on top of frame. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining
almost all of the silver on the frame, 95% blue on the barrel and cylinder and
95% of varnish on the grips. The bore is good, mechanically excellent. 4-41251
FS55 (1,500-3,000)
538. STEVENS PATENT MASS. ARMS CO. PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Ser 373, patent number
696 inside barrel frame, caliber. 31, 3 round barrel. Standard markings
on barrel frame and primer cover. CONDITION: Fine with 50% blue on barrel and
latch, 40% on cylinder, bright casehardening color on the hammer, traces of
blue elsewhere, the ivory grips are excellent. 4-41247 FS56 (1,500-3,000)
539. ENGRAVED JAMES WARNER PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY GRIPS. Ser
3923, caliber. 31, 3 13/16 round barrel. The frame and backstrap are engraved
with vine and leaf pattern scrolls, the cylinder is etched with military scenes,
the left grip is carved with a helmeted warrior above a shield. CONDITION: 85%
blue on barrel and cylinder, mixed with tiny patches of light surface rust and
some light pitting. The frame is mostly gray patina with traces of silver in
protected places. The casehardening colors on the hammer have turned dark. The
ivory of the grips is very good with minor chips at the front of the left grip
and cracks at the screw escutcheons. The bore is dark, mechanically excellent.
4-41248 FS44 (2,000-3,500)
540. RARE CANADIAN CASED FOREHAND & WARDSWORTH SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER. Ser
11, caliber. 38 RF, 2 7/8 octagonal barrel. Fully engraved Nimschke style
with scrolls and checker board. The checkered ivory grips carry the Roman numeral
XI inside. The leather covered carrying case has a blue leather
and blue cloth interior and is marked SAVAGE, LYMAN & Co / MONTREAL,
on the lid of the writing compartment in the domed top of the case. The brass
hinges and fittings are engraved. CONDITION: The revolver retains most of its
finish except for a severe cylinder drag line. The ejector rod, cylinder pin
catch and pin are replacements. A small chip at the top of the left grip has
been replaced. Mechanically has been assembled wrong and requires some work.
The case is slightly dry and has a number of chips but is generally fine. 4-41275
FS23 (1,250 - 2,500)
541. CASED ENGRAVED MANHATTAN POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 259, caliber. 31, 5
octagonal barrel. Engraved with coarse scrolls on sides of frame and barrel.
The cylinder is roll engraved with a stagecoach scene. The walnut case is lined
with burgundy velvet and contains a bullet mold, powder flask, cap tin, screwdriver/nipple
wrench and key. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall. The cylinder scene is
sharp. Several of the screws are battered. The ivory grips are excellent. The
bore is fair, mechanically good. The case is very good with some damage to the
lining from the front sight. The accessories are very good. 4-41265 FS24 (1,500-3,000)
542. CASED REMINGTON SECOND MODEL BEALS REVOLVER. Ser 54, caliber. 31 3
octagonal barrel. Unusual marking on the barrel with BEALS PATENT
1856 & 57. / MANUFACTURED / BY REMINGTONS ILION. N.Y. done in
3 different stamps. The first part of the first marking is heavy and the remainder
is very light, the second marking is very heavy and the third is almost illegible.
The external rotating mechanism is totally replaced. The walnut case contains
a loading plunger and a powder flask. CONDITION: Appears to have been cleaned
overall and now has a smooth gray patina with areas of darker patina and light
pitting. The grips have a few minor natural cracks. The bore is poor, mechanically
good. The case is generally good but has some repairs to the lid where it has
been pried open. The accessories are fine. 4-41274 FS25 (1,750-3,500)
543. CASED ALLEN & WHEELOCK BARR HAMMER PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Ser 11, caliber.
31, 3 Þ octagonal barrel. Standard markings on frame and hammer, forest
scene; roll engraved on cylinder. Cased with bag flask, bullet mold, cleaning
rod, cap tin and key. Pictured in Thomass book on Allen. CONDITION: Fine
with 60% blue on barrel, mixed with light dents, 40% blue on frame and triggerguard
with losses due to flaking rather than wear. The cylinder scene is very sharp.
The grips retain most of their varnish. The case is fine, the label of the cap
tin is flaking, and the other accessories are fine. 4-41254 FS26 (2,000-4,000)
544. CASED ALLEN & WHEELOCK SIDE HAMMER POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 5, caliber.
31, 4 octagonal barrel. No markings on barrel or frame. The forest scene
on the cylinder is roll engraved. The walnut case does not appear to have much
age and contains a copper flask with a single leaf on each side and a brass
bullet mold. CONDITION: The barrel retains about 95% bright blue, the frame
has mostly a heat type blue unusual on an Allen & Wheelock. The casehardening
colors on the hammer and triggerguard are mostly gone, 60% varnish on the grips.
The case and accessories are fine. 4-41253 FS53 (1,000-1,500)
545. ENGRAVED PETTENGILL POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 36, caliber. 31, 4 Þ octagonal
barrel. Marked PETTENGILLS / PATENT 1856 on top of frame, no marking
on bottom of frame. Early type without loading lever. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina mixed with light to moderate pitting. The grips are good with some chips
at the bottom, and the bore is poor, mechanically okay. 4-41245 FS54 (1,000-1,500)
546. WHITNEY SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 16821, caliber 22,
3 octagonal barrel. The original cardboard box has 2 labels on one end,
NICKELED on the top and WHITNEYS / SEVEN-SHOOTER on
the bottom. An advertising flyer for WHITNEYS REVOLVER is
folded up inside the box. CONDITION: 98% nickel on the barrel, 30% on frame
and cylinder. The cylinder pin is battered; the bore is poor, mechanically good.
The box is generally good, but has some open seams and minor repairs. The flyer
is mostly complete but badly torn. 4-41293 FS27 (1,000-2,000)
547. CASED ENGRAVED COLT POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. Ser 121289, caliber. 31, 4
octagonal barrel. Extra grade engraving with engraved markings on barrel and
frame, Gustave Young style scrolls with animal heads and flowers mixed with
the vines, wolf heads on both sides of the hammer. The case is not a standard
Colt case. It contains an iron bullet mold, a brass eagle powder flask and a
combination nipple wrench/screwdriver. CONDITION: 85% blue on barrel and case
hardening on hammer and loading lever, faded case hardening on frame, gray/brown
patina on cylinder with 50% of the cylinder scene showing, 90% varnish on the
fancy walnut grips, 96% silver on backstrap and triggerguard. The case has been
repaired, sanded and refinished. The accessories are fair to good. The gun is
much better and deserves a better case. 4-41260 FS50 (3,000-4,000)
548. CASED NATIONAL TIT FIRE REVOLVER. Ser 22865, caliber. 31 tit fire, 3 Ú
round barrel. Standard markings on barrel and cylinder. The walnut case contains
a black label box of flat tit cartridges, plus 5 extra round tit cartridges.
CONDITION: Frame and barrel retain almost all of the original silver plating,
there is slight wear to the gold wash at the front of the cylinder, bright case
hardening colors on hammer. The case is excellent, the label of the cartridge
is badly faded, and the cartridges are fine. 4-41273 FS39 (1,250-2,900)
549. BLUNT & SYMS PERCUSSION PEPPER BOX IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 1, caliber.
31, 4 fluted barrels. The triangular cardboard box has an engraving of
the gun on top along with Blunt & Syms address and advertising. The name
of the former owner, Wm. A. Smith, is written in ink on top. CONDITION: Fine
overall, with 50% blue mixed with light surface rust and pitting on the barrels,
strong traces of blue on the engraved frame. The fancy walnut grips retain most
of the original varnish on the left side but the right side is mostly worn at
the butt. The box has three sides replaced and other edges glued and taped.
4-41281 FS28 (3,500-5,500)
550. EXTREMELY RARE REMINGTON SECOND MODEL BEALS REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL CARDBOARD
BOX. Ser 464, caliber. 31,3 1/8 octagonal barrel. Standard markings on
barrel. The black patterned cardboard box contains a crossed pistols flask,
bullet mold and combination cleaning rod/bullet seater. The left grip has been
replaced with a wooden copy that has been checkered and stained to be a near
match with the right grip. This extremely rare boxed pistol is one of only a
very few known to exist. CONDITION: Strong traces of blue on the frame and barrel
and case hardening on the hammer, the right grip is cracked and repaired, the
replaced left grip is fine, the bore is dark, mechanically good. The box is
still solid but has much chipping and wear on the edges; two names and address
are written inside the lid. 4-41285 FS38 (3,000-5,000)
551. CASED LONDON COLT POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 4509, all matching, caliber. 31,
6 octagonal barrel. In a maple case with British interior, containing
cleaning rod, screwdriver/nipple wrench, bullet mold, Dixon powder flask, cap
tin, 4 extra nipples and 5 Eley paper cartridges. CONDITION: Metal surfaces
have been lightly cleaned showing some scratching, traces of blue and casehardening
remain in areas that could not be reached. The grips retain most of the original
varnish. The outside of the maple case has been lightly sanded and refinished,
the interior of the case and the accessories are fine except the cap tin which
has an oil soaked label. 4-41262 FS47 (2,000-4,000)
552. CASED COLT BREVETE BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER. Ser 2461, caliber. 31, 5 3/8
octagonal barrel. Marked COLT / BREVETE on top of the barrel. A
spurious two line Colt/New York address has been engraved in front of this marking.
The cylinder scene is of dragoons and Indians. The mahogany case is recessed
to take a Walker style screwdriver/nipple wrench, a brass bullet mold, cleaning
rod, powder flask and loading plunger. A lidded compartment contains a few cast
bullets. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina on frame and cylinder, strong traces
of blue on barrel and hammer, traces of silver on the backstrap. The grips have
numerous small dents and scratches. The nose of the hammer is cracked, the bore
is poor, mechanically needs slight adjustment. The case and accessories are
very good but slightly dirty. The upper lock plate is missing. 4-41261 FS36
(2,000-4,000)
553. COLT BREVETE NAVY REVOLVER. Ser 15445, caliber. 36, 7Þ octagonal
barrel. Top of barrel marked COLT / PATENT. Cylinder has an engraved
scene of 2 dogs and 2 birds with Belgian proofs and a crown over V
at the rear. The spur of the hammer has an unusual shape and is probably a replacement.
CONDITION: 40% blue on the barrel, traces on the cylinder, 40% fading casehardening
colors on left side of frame and loading lever, gray patina on the right, 40%
varnish on the grips with severe denting at the butt. The bore is good, mechanically
needs adjustment. 4-41241 FS42 (1,000-2,000)
554. JOSLYN ARMY REVOLVER. Ser 1759, caliber 44, 8 octagonal barrel.
Standard 2 line marking on top of barrel, flat iron butt plate, checkered walnut
grips, with provenance card from Sam Smith collection showing his purchase from
Jim Serven in 1938. CONDITION: Traces of blue in protected places, mostly gray/brown
patina with spots of crusty rust over one chamber of the cylinder. The grips
have minor dents and scratches with a partial crack starting at the butt at
the right side. The bore is good, mechanically excellent. 4-41239 FS35 (2,000-4,000)
555. NORWICH ARMS COMPANY SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 1052,
caliber. 32RF, 2Þ octagonal barrel. The gold on black label on the brown
patterned box identifies this as a number 10 revolver with silvered stocks.
The DeGress grips feature a dog chasing a rabbit on each side. A cleaning rod
and a cleaning brush are contained in the box. CONDITION: 98% nickel overall
with scattered areas of light pitting. The grips are excellent, mechanically
needs work. The box has two open seams but is generally clean. 4-41287 FS37
(500-1,000)
556. RED JACKET SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 47195, caliber.
32 RF 2Ú octagonal barrel. The box has an orange top label with the name
and address of Lee Arms Co. a green label on one end is marked RED JACKET
No. 4. / SHORT OCTAGON. Matching serial numbers on the bottom of the
box. CONDITION: Nearly new, with only slight marks. The box has edge wear and
minor chips. The unmarked rosewood grips retain most of their varnish. 4-41286
FS40 (500-1,000)
557. BOX FOR POND SLIDING SLEEVE REVOLVER. Black cardboard box with white label on top showing picture of 22 caliber sliding sleeve revolver and giving directions for loading it. CONDITION: generally good with some seams repaired and water damage to the interior. 4-41288 FS43 (300-500)
558. CASED WHITNEY ROOT PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Ser 1467, caliber.
28, 3Þ octagonal barrel. Standard two line Whitney marking on top of barrel.
Cylinder scene is rolled with eagle, shield and lion. The walnut case contains
a crossed pistol flask, an iron bullet mold and an unmarked cap tin. CONDITION:
90% blue on barrel and cylinder with sharp cylinder scene on the later, strong
traces of blue in protected places on the frame, slightly fading casehardening
colors on the hammer, 90% of varnish on the grips with wear at the high spots
and a few flakes elsewhere, the bore is very good, mechanically fine. The case
is very good. The bullet mold and flask are fair. The cap tin is good. 4-41268
FS41 (1,500-3,000)
559. CASED ALLEN PEPPER BOX WITH AGENTS MARKING. Ser 34, caliber 31, 3 ß
barrels with ribs. Standard markings on barrel rib, ALLENS PATENT
on top of hammer CANFIELD & BRO / BALTO on the left side
of the hammer. The standard wood case with maroon velvet lining contains powder
flask, bullet mold, cleaning /seating rod and key. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina
overall with scattered light spots of pitting. The grips are very good with
minor scratches and dents, one tiny crack at the top of the left grip. The round
brass powder flask is a non-standard type and does not show much age. The mold
and cleaning rod are original. The case is good. 4-41271 FS46 (1,250-2,500)
560. CASED ENGRAVED PETTENGILL POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 0, caliber. 31, 4Þ
octagonal barrel. Split loading lever, PETTENGILLS / PATENT 1856
marking on top of frame and RAYMOND & ROBITAILLE / PATENTED 1858
on bottom of frame. In an unusual leather case with the handle on the opposite
side, leather lined interior contains fluted powder flask, key and pewter oil
bottle. CONDITON: Smooth gray patina overall. The right grip has been cracked
and repaired but still retains much of its original finish. The bore is pitted,
mechanically good. The exterior of the case is lightly scuffed but solid, the
interior has had some repairs and the partitions are loose, the key works. 4-41266
FS49 (2,000-4,000)
561. EAGLE ARMS COMPANY CUP FIRE REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX WITH PARTIAL BOX
OF CARTRIDGE & CLEANING ROD. Ser 6603, caliber. 30, 3Þ octagonal barrel.
The green covered cardboard box has a label on top with a picture of this gun
and much fancy writing. A lavender label inside the lid gives directions for
using the gun. A wire-cleaning rod is also inside the box. The green cartridge
box has gold on black label and contains 30 cartridges. CONDITION: 90% blue
on cylinder, 50% on barrel, both with losses due to flaking rather than use,
98% silver on frame, 95% varnish on the rosewood grips. The box is good with
a dirty outside label and fine inside label. There is some chipping to the edges
of the outside label and three corners are split. The cartridge box is clean
with three corners of the lid split. 4-41280 FS52 (1,000-2,000)
562. PRESCOTT SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 557, caliber. 38RF,
3 octagonal barrel. The original black cardboard box has a gold printed
label showing the revolver, a cartridge and giving the address and name of Prescott
Pistol Co in Hatfield, MA. The only marking on the gun is a star in front of
No 38. This is reflected by the name STAR, 38. on the
box. CONDITION: 90% nickel on frame, cylinder and barrel, with wear through
to brass at the front of the cylinder, bright casehardening colors on the hammer,
95% varnish on grips with wear at high spots. The box is generally good with
wear and chipping along the edges and two open corners. The original cleaning
rod is in the box. 4-41282 FS51 (1,000-2,000)
563. OTIS SMITH SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 2134,. 32 rim fire,
3 round barrel. Black covered cardboard box has a white paper label over
the end marked SMITHS PATENT 32. / PLATED. CONDITION: Excellent with 97%
nickel overall, with scattered spots of light surface rust at the front of the
cylinder, bright case hardening on the hammer. Most of the varnish remains on
the rosewood grips. The edges of the box are badly chipped and part of one edge
has been replaced. 4-41291 FS48 (500-1,000)
564. CASED COLT ROOT REVOLVER. Ser 12485, caliber. 28, 3Þ octagonal barrel.
In Colt case with E. PLURIBUS. UNUM. flask , brass bullet mold,
cleaning rod and unmarked cap tin. Accompanying the gun are papers claiming
the gun came from a trunk of items belonging to Major William Scott, CSA. There
are no marks on gun or case to indicate this. CONDITION: Excellent with 97%
blue and casehardening colors remaining, almost all the varnish remains on the
grips. The case and accessories are excellent. 4-41263 FS66 (3,500-4,500)
565. CASED ADAMS POCKET REVOLVER. Ser 32299, Made by London Armory Co. caliber.
36, 4 3/8 octagonal barrel. In an English oak case with cleaning rod,
nipple wrench, bullet mold, Hawksley powder flask, Eley cap tin and pewter oil
bottle. The escutcheon in the lid is engraved TO / RAPHAEL SEMMES / C.S.N.
/ FROM THE OFFICERS OF / THE ROYAL NAVY CLUB / OF LONDON . This marking
is spurious. Missing the safety and one nipple. CONDITION: 90% blue overall,
mostly missing from trigger guard and butt plate. The trigger spring is broken,
otherwise functional. The case and accessories are fine. 4-41267 FS64 (2,000-4,000)
566. CHICAGO PALM PISTOL IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 5439, caliber 32XS, 1ß
round barrel. Brown cardboard box has an engraving of the pistol and the marking
PROTECTOR / REVOLVER / AMES SWORD CO., / CHICOPEE, MASS.
/ U.S.A. on the top. A cleaning rod, brush and copy of the parts sheet
are contained inside the box. CONDITION: Retains about 90% of the original blue
finish, the gutta percha panels are excellent. Mechanically good. The box has
some scratches to the label and all four corners of the lid are repaired or
broken. The edges on the bottom are also repaired. 4-41292 FS65 (1,500-3,000)
567. ENGRAVED REMINGTON RIDER REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX WITH ACCESSORIES. Ser
667, caliber. 31, 3 octagonal barrel. Standard two line markings on top
of barrel. Each side of the frame is engraved with a single spray of leaves
and vines. The striped black box contains E. PLUBIUS.UNUM. flask,
an extra cylinder, bullet mold and combination cleaning/loading rod. CONDITION:
Strong traces of blue on the barrel and trigger, other surfaces gray/brown patina
with areas of light pitting. The gutta percha grips are fine, the bore is poor,
and mechanically functions ok. The box is badly worn along the edges and two
seams are open. The accessories are fine. 4-41284 FS68 (1,500-3,000)
568. REMINGTON BEALS FIRST MODEL REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX. Ser 958, caliber
31, 3 octagonal barrel. Standard markings on barrel and frame. The woodgrain
cardboard box contains an E. PLURIBUS. UNUM. flask, brass bullet
mold and loading plunger. CONDITION: excellent overall, with 85% blue on the
barrel, 50% on the cylinder and strong traces in protected spots on the frame.
The gutta percha grips have some tiny chips missing along the backstrap. The
box has one seam partially open and considerable edgewear but is solid. The
flask is nearly new, the accessories are fine. 4-41283 FS67 (1,500-3,000)
568A. MAUCHER WHEELOCK RIFLE The unmarked 33 3/4 inch octagonal barrel caliber
64 rifled with 16 grooves, 44 3/4 inches o.a., the full stock with plain iron
buttplate, engraved bone forend cap, single ramrod pipe, and ramrod tip, the
unmarked locks wheel cover engraved with 2 stylized female figures, the
hammer or dog engraved with a warriors face over a serpent,
pierced lever to activate the set trigger, lightly engraved iron trigger guard.
The entire stock is relief carved with various scenes, both forends carved with
hunting scenes depicting animals chasing other animals, the areas just in front
of the lock showing a full nude female figure with animals, the wood at the
point where the ramrod enters the stock carved with a monsters head, the
bottom of the stock just below the lock carved with a large stylized mans
head, the bottom of the stock carved with foliage ending at the butt with a
large rabbit. Opposite the lock the stock carved with a large scene depicting
a hunter in period costume spearing a stag which is being attacked by 3 hounds.
The sliding wooden patchbox cover carved with a woodlands scene showing a woman
with a lyre playing to various animals including a boar, a horse, a stag and
a doe, a unicorn, a steer, a dog, a lion, an elephant, and a rabbit. When the
patchbox is slid back to reveal the wood between the lock and the inletting
for the patchbox, a large letter D is carved into the wood. Hunting
and foliage carvings cover the upper edge of the stock, the raised cheekrest
is carved with a large woodland scene depicting a crowned king holding the world
in his left hand and a scepter in his right hand while seated in a chariot pulled
by two horses. The inside edge of the cheekrest carved with a large scene showing
3 hounds attacking a boar with a hunter holding a spear to their right. This
decoration is extremely extensive, way over 95% of the stocks surface
area is relief carved. CONDITION: The rifle is basically all original and in
very good to fine condition. The barrel has been cleaned overall leaving scattered
traces of pitting with a scattered very light tan aged color mixed with dull
natural steel color. The lock a dull natural steel color with some slight age
toning. The loading rod with the original wormed iron tip, the engraved bone
ramrod tip was broken with the two original pieces glued together. There are
some very small minor chips of wood missing in scattered areas on the stock,
particularly in the area of the ramrod channel; these do not detract from the
rifles appearance. A 30x7 mm piece of the forend replaced on the left
side of the barrel at the juncture with the engraved bone forend tip. One quarter
of the left side of the engraved forend tip is a bad modern replacement. The
stock appears to have been coated many years ago with a very dark brown, almost
black, wax: this wax has worn off in the areas which are normally handled, leaving
a nice brown wood patina. 4-41060 EV1 ($40,000-80,000)
Although unsigned, this rifle unquestionably was made by one of the members
of the Maucher Family of Schwabisch Gmund, Germany. Georg Maucher the Elder
had 6 sons, all of whom joined him in the family business of carving. Georg
the Elder, his 3rd son Georg, and his 6th son Johann Michael seemed to specialize
in carving gun stocks while the other sons carved ivory and amber. A very detailed
and definitive book on the Maucher Family, DIE MAUCHER was published
by the Stadtarchiv Schwabisch Gmund. This extensive book illustrates most of
the known Maucher works including 3 rifles of special interest: as I believe
this rifle is the final one of a series of four rifles, each with the cheekrest
depicting on of the four known continents during this golden age of geographical
exploration. On the bottom edge of the cheekrest, each of these rifles is engraved
with the name of a continent. The rifle signed GM and dated 1656
now in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, [Inv. Nr. WS D97] shows a chariot
pulled by lions with the edge carved AFRICA. Its interesting
to note that the wood carving along each side of the barrel is exactly the same
pattern and carving as on this rifle now being offered. Another rifle now in
the Dresden Museum [Inv. NR. HMD G 2059] is also signed GM: and dated
1663, and this is carved AMERICA. Yet another rifle now in the Metropolitan
Museum of Art, NYC, [Inv. Nr. 59.208.84] is signed GM and dated
1663, and is carved AFRICA. Although this rifle is not signed or
dated, and is not carved with such a notation, the pattern of the cheekrest
clearly indicates that this most probably the fourth rifle of the series representing
EUROPA [no other possible Europa rifle is known at this time]. The
royal crowned figure holding the world in one hand and a scepter in the other
certainly supports this conclusion. At this time, c. 1650-70, Europe was the
center of the known world, and perhaps the maker felt identifying it as such
was excessive. There is no way to differentiate between the works of Georg Maucher
the Elder and Georg Maucher the Son, they both used just the initials GM.
Certainly this rifle must have been made by either the father or the son, or
possibly by both of them working together. Some of the decorative patterns used
by the Mauchers and other 17th Century gunmakers have been traced to engravings
and woodcuts. Using published hunting scenes and other imagery as decorative
patterns were very standard practices at the time.
568AA. ORNATE ITALIAN SNAPHAUNCE PISTOL. No serial number, caliber .48, 7 Þ
part octagonal barrel. The lock is sculpted with flowers at the rear and cherub
heads on the screws. The trigger is carved in the form of vines and leaves.
The stock is Circausian walnut is similarly carved. The front 1 ß of the
stock appears to have been broken and repaired but the wood grain matches across
the break. The brass furniture is engraved and sculpted to match the other parts.
The 3 Ú belt hook on the left side has a sculpted tail. CONDITION: Excellent
overall. The bore is dark but appears smooth. Mechanically excellent. 4-41086
FS197 (1,500-2,500)
568AB. HIGH QUALITY ITALIAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Ca. very early 18th century.
No serial number, cal .54, 11 multi stepped barrel. Lock marked DIOMEDE
Aadiren. Barrel marked LAZARINO COMINAZZO. The stock at the
rear of the barrel is raised carved with a flying eagle over a cannon. The metal
parts are sculpted with wheel of fire designs on trigger guard, butt plate and
hammer screw. CONDITION; Smooth gray patina overall, minor chips and cracks
on wood. The bore is fair, mechanically fine. 4-41058 FS317 (2,500-3,500)
568AC. ORNATE CENTRAL EUROPEAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No serial number, caliber
.62, 10 Þ round barrel. All metal surfaces are sculpted in vine and leaf
patterns with gold backgrounds. The thumb plate is similarly sculpted and has
a five lobe crown above it. The stock is lightly carved in similar pattern.
CONDITION: Fine overall. The wood has a minor repair at the toe of the grip
and is missing some tiny chips along the barrel channel. The bore is fine. Mechanically
excellent. 4-41088 FS198 (800-1,200)
568AD. SILVER INLAID NORTH AFRICAN SNAPHAUNCE PISTOL. No serial number, caliber
.58, 11 ß octagon to round barrel. The iron surfaces are crudely covered
with silver damascene vine patterns. The stock is partially covered with silver
wire inlays in geometric and flower forms. The brass trigger guard is crudely
engraved. There is a Farsi escutcheon on the lock plate. CONDITION: Generally
fine with small losses to wire inlay. The bore is fair. Mechanically good. 4-41089
FS199 (500-1,000)
568AE. ORNATE CAUCASIAN MIQUELET PISTOL. No serial number, caliber .64, 12
ß round barrel. The brass stock is completely covered with repouse silver
and niello work. The lock is covered with damascened gold in vine and leaf designs
except for the bottom of the spring which has a lengthy Farsi inscription. The
sculpted barrel also has a gold cartouche at the rear. CONDITION: Fine overall
with a small repair to the silver overlay in front of the lock. The bore is
poor. Mechanically functional. 4-41090 FS196 (500-1,000)
568AF. FRENCH MILITARY STYLE WHEELOCK PISTOL. No serial number, caliber .52,
15 ß octagon to round lightweight barrel, is marked with acorn and K
cartouches at the rear. The barrel tang appears to be in one piece with the
barrel. The lock is unmarked. The stock has been broken and repaired several
times and maybe a partial or complete reconstruction. The ramrod is a replacement.
CONDITION: All metal has been polished bright. The stock appears to be solid
despite the several breaks and repairs. The reproduction winding key has also
been polished. 4-41085 FS202 (3,000-5,000)
568AG. LATE GERMAN STYLE WHEELOCK RIFLE. No serial number, cal .50, 29
octagonal barrel. Victorian stock with some bone inlays, crudely carved with
coarse scroll. The barrel and lock are probably 18th century. CONDITION: Heavy
brown patina overall with moderate to heavy pitting on the lock, part of the
tailpipe is missing. 4-40997 FS272 (1,500-2,500)
568AH. T.C. SCHRAM GERMAN FLINTLOCK JAEGER RIFLE. Cal. about 64. Gorgeous high-grade
Jaeger rifle with 28 1/2 swamped octagon bbl. German silver rocky mountain
front sight. Two-leaf large express sight with decorative finial. The top flat
inlaid with silver manufacturers name and In Ottenbach. The
barrel is finished white and appears to be original. The full-length stock has
a horn tip with original horn tipped ebony ramrod, two brass guides with sling
swivels secured by three wedges, and hasraised carving down each side of the
ramrod channel, bone inlays on the bottom of the forearm, side panel opposite
the lock, a series of Os in front of the trigger guard and
at the toe with ovals on the wooden trigger guard and wooden patch box cover.
The wrist is fish scale carved with floral and leaf raised carving at the back
of the top tang. The cheekpiece is rather large with double-oval bone inlays.
The buttstock has a brass wraparound heelplate. The banana-shaped lockplate
has a short teat at the rear with oak leaf and acorn engraving and a borderline.
The gooseneck hammer in unreinforced and has a roller frizzen. It is fitted
with early style double-set triggers having a rear trigger and front spike.
CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel retains most of its original bright finish
under a coating of old dried oil with fine pitting around the pan and flash
hole area. There is a slight loss of wood behind the hammer and a hairline crack
at the rear lockplate screw. Otherwise, the wood is beautiful and sound with
only minor use and storage nicks and dings. Posner collection. 4-41874 JR316
(2,000-3,000)
568AI. FRENCH FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No serial no. .59 cal, 10 octagon to
round bbl. The octagon portion of the barrel has been stippled and contains
eight cartouches with gold highlights. From the muzzle three stars, three flowers,
a cross on a dome and a horse. The stock is carved in floral and vine motifs.
The ramrod is a good replacement. CONDITION: Fine overall, with brown patina
on the barrel, gray patina on other iron parts. The stock has a few minor cracks
and is missing some chips at the front barrel pin. Mechanically fine. 4-41082
FS319 (1,250-2,500)
568AJ. EARLY BRITISH FLINTLOCK DRAGOON PISTOL. Lock signed Farmer/1744
with British crown and cypher in original flint. 12 barrel on walnut stock
with brass furniture. Posner collection. CONDITION: Very good. All metal surfaces
are dark, uncleaned with heavy patina and light surface rust on lock. Walnut
stock is fine. Mechanically excellent. Ramrod is missing. A wonderful Pre-Revolutionary
era British pistol. Posner collection. 4-42046 CW171 (2,500-3,000)
568AK. BRITISH NAVAL FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Lock plate signed Tower
with British crown and cypher in original flint. 12 barrel on walnut stock
with brass furniture and long iron belt hook fastened to side plate. CONDITION:
Excellent. Metal surfaces have been cleaned with no apparent pitting. Stock
with a few minor dents. Posner collection. 4-42045 CW172 (1,000-1,500)
568AL. JAPANESE MATCHLOCK PISTOL. 9 1/2 bronze barrel is unmarked. 54
caliber. CONDITION: Dark patina with moderate corrosion on all metal surfaces.
The stock is cracked at the rear of the lock and at the lanyard hole at the
front of the stock. The front of the barrel is slightly battered. The stock
needs to be repaired so the trigger can reach the sear. Posner collection. 4-42047
FS384 (1,250-2,500)
568AM. REPRODUCTION WHEELOCK PISTOL WITH GENUINE WHEELOCK MUSKET FLASK. Pistol
is a late 19th or 20th Century copy. No serial number. 45 caliber. 16
part octagonal barrel. Fancy walnut stock with turned ivory butt cap. The stock
is inlaid with numerous ivory pieces. An extra matchlock cock has been added
to the rear of the wheel. CONDITION: Shows no wear, but all metal parts show
signs of artificial aging. The 9 slab sided flask has iron corners. The
large iron spout has 2 separate release springs. 1 to load the charger and 1
to release the charge into the barrel. CONDITION: The wood panels have light
worm damage. One of the corner straps is broken. The others have moderate to
heavy pitting. The belt hook matches. Posner collection. 4-42044 (1,000-1,500)
568AN. RARE MORSE CENTERFIRE ALTERATION. Cal. 69 Centerfire. Of a M.1816 Springfield
musket, the FIRST breech loading U.S. cartridge longarm, only 54 known to have
been completed at Springfield Arsenal. The Morse system was later used by the
Confederacy. The lock with the usual eagle over US and SPRING
/ FIELD / 1839 , the barrel stamped with a very small 52 which
must be the conversion serial number, the action numbered 48 twice
internally, plus H9 once. The lock and action are case hardened,
the trigger and all the screws are blued (!), the rest of the steel parts finished
in the bright, the barrel fitted with long-range rear sight, opposite the lock
with two fancy script inspection marks in oval cartouche, to the rear of the
trigger guard tang, LH in block letters and AH in script
letters, complete with correct US issue socket bayonet. CONDITION:
Dirty, a little bit of fading to the case hardening and blue, really just about
mint, the bayonet excellent, excellent bore. Sold by J.D. Julia Auctioneers
3/29/94 lot #371 Ex. Donald Woods Collection 4-41223 (17,500-22,500)
568AO. WITHDRAWN
568AP. DUTCH PERCUSSION MUSKET WITH CONFEDERATE MARKINGS. Cal. about 75. Civil
War era Dutch percussion musket with 41 round bbl., pinched front sight
with rare grasshopper rear sight. Iron furniture with three barrel bands, with
finger-groove trigger guard tang. The right side of the stock is roughly carved
in deep letters 4 VA CSA/MA. Obviously attributed to the 4th Virginia
Infantry of the Confederate States of America and who knows what the MA
stands for. The lockplate is flat banana-shaped with cutout around the nipple
bolster, with a curved iron sideplate on the opposite side. CONDITION: The metal
retains a dark attic, as-found patina with wrench marks at the breech end of
the barrel. The wood is sound and has a nice dark patina with much hand-rubbed
finish, possibly an old refinish. One small crack at the back of the lock. Missing
ramrod. 4-41778 JR391 (Offered without estimate)
568AQ. SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, cal .79,
42 round barrel. Crown GR cypher on lock plate, WC / Q313
marking on top of barrel, no thumb piece. CONDITION: Brown patina overall, comb
of stock slightly altered, two long cracks from trigger guard to butt plate,
other nicks and dents. The front swivel is missing. The muzzle is battered.
The flat blade bayonet has been broken and welded. 4-40999 FS274 (800-1,500)
568AR. HEAVY DOGLOCK MUSKET OR WALL GUN. No serial number, 1 bore, 55
3/4 octagon to round barrel. Three brass bands made without trigger guard
or butt plate. Birmingham proof marks on barrel JOHN C MILLER / PORTUGAL
is carved in 3/4 letters on the right side of the butt. The safety
or dog is missing. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with moderate pitting at breech
and lock. The wood is smooth with heavy almost black varnish on the butt and
lock areas. Bands have a mellow patina. The bore is poor, mechanically good.
There is one long crack running forward from the butt 4-41131 FS313 (2,500-3,500)
568AS. WITHDRAWN
568AT. BOOTH 1795 SPRINGFIELD STYLE FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. about 80. Early
style flintlock musket with 46 round bbl. having a bayonet lug on top
at the muzzle with decorations at the breech end and about 8 3/4 up the
barrel. Iron furniture with three bands, wire loop sling swivels with rear attached
to a flat-sided stud in the front of the trigger guard extension. It has an
iron button-head ramrod. The lockplate is 7 long, slightly curved with
a short teat at the back with beveled edges, marked in front of the hammer Booth
in small letters. It has double line decorations around the back 2/3 of the
lock and edges of the gooseneck hammer. The trigger guard is iron with a 3 1/2
front tang including a short, rounded teet and the lower tang is 6 3/4
including a short, rounded teat. The buttplate is smooth iron with a rounded
top tang. The trigger is flat with a slight curl at the bottom. CONDITION: Excellent.
The metal is smooth with a lovely silver patina and lots of original, bright
finish near the barrel channel. Light pitting in the pan and on the adjacent
barrel area. The stock is outstanding with only two minor splinters on the barrel
channel and an old crack between the first and second bands. There is another
hairline at the top band keeper and a fine hairline and tiny loss of wood from
the front end of the lock. Otherwise, the wood is sound and retains 50-60% original
finish under some dark oil staining. A spectacular early flintlock. 4-42057
JR430 (1,000-1,500)
568AU. PAIR OF PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS. No serial number, caliber .69, micro
groove rifled, 8 ß swamped octagonal barrel. Fine damascus barrel, all
metal surfaces are lightly engraved with vine and leaf pattern. A small raised
D cartouche appears in the engraving of most parts. CONDITION: Fine
overall, appears to have been finished in the bright. 4-41087 FS200 (1,250-1,750)
568AV. PAIR OF SCOTTISH FLINTLOCK SCREW BARREL PISTOLS A lovely pair of iron
mounted screw barrel flintlock pistols by Innes, Edinborough. Engraved side
panels, muzzle and locks with walnut bag shaped grips and folding triggers @
50 caliber. CONDITION: Excellent. All metal is a clean light gray with slight
discolorations. Grips show light wear. 4-42071 CW186 (1,200-1,800)
568AW. WATERS MODEL 1836 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No serial number, caliber .54, 8
Þ round barrel. JCB and W.A.T. inspector mark
on left side of stock. CONDITION: All metal surfaces have been polished. The
stock has been lightly sanded and varnished but the inspector marks are still
good. The bore has been polished. The hammer has been repaired at the neck but
the lock is still functional. 4-41091 FS201 (600-1,000)
568AX. MORTIMER SINGLE SHOT SCREW BARREL PERCUSSION PISTOL. Fine London iron
mounted screw barrel pistol by Mortimer with engraved side plates, muzzle and
butt cap. Dolphin head percussion hammer and checkered walnut grip. Posner collection.
CONDITION: Very good. Metal surfaces are gray but unpitted. One small screw
missing from left side plate and one small chip missing from grip. Posner collection.
4-41994 CW184 (200-400)
568AY. CASED PRESENTATION COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. Cal 31Perc. Blue
and case colored, 6 bbl with two line Hartford address, silver plated
trigger guard and back strap. The back strap is inscribed Presented to
Jos. K. Parker by his friends/April 1861. Cased in an English style oak
box with green felt lining, the manufacturers directions label in the
lid, includes a nipple wrench, bullet mold, bag flask marked on the side Bushkill,
PA and reproduction Eleys cap tin. Ser 180577. CONDITION: Good,
the barrel and cylinder retain only light silver patina, the cylinder about
85% of the stagecoach hold-up scene. The frame retains 30-35% case colors, strong
in sheltered areas. The trigger guard and back strap retain about 90% silver
plating. The grips are sound and retain about 95% original bright varnish. The
case is very good with the green felt faded and dirty, with the accessories
showing use and wear. 4-41815 JR239 (2,000-3,000)
568AZ. CASED COLT LONDON REVOLVER. Ser 36841, cal .36, 7 1/2 octagonal
barrel, all matching including wedge.. An English coach case with blank escutcheons
on top contains leather covered sykes pattern, flask, bullet mold and screwdriver/nipple
wrench. - address. Col. Colt. London.- marked on top of the barrel.
British proof on cylinder and barrel. CONDITION: 25% casehardening colors on
frame, traces on the lever. Traces of blue on barrel, cylinder, backstrap and
trigger guard with considerable scratching on the butt. Grips retain 85% of
the varnish with some dents and scratches on the butt. The bore is very good,
mechanically excellent, Strong cylinder scene. The case is dented and scratched.
The green baize is dirty and frayed. The screwdriver and bullet mold has surface
rust and light pitting overall. The scenes on the flask are split and the leather
stuffed. The label is rust stained and foxed. 4-41125 FS324 (5,000-6,500)
568BA. MARTIALLY MARKED COLT 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44 perc. Usual configuration
with 8 round bbl., blue and case colored finish with 1-pc walnut grips.
This is a four-screw model cut for the shoulder stock with a visible cartouche
on the left side of the grip and inspector marks on the metal. It is accompanied
by a brown leather flap holster of Confederate styling. Ser. 30161 CONDITION:
Good to very good, all matching including the wedge, barrel and lug retain 15-20%
thin original blue with traces of case color on the loading lever in sheltered
areas. The frame retains 40-50% thin case colors, gray around the recoil shields,
the stock screw is missing from the right side and has been changed on the left
side. The cylinder retains about 50% of its Naval battle scene, grips are very
good with traces of original varnish. The bore is strong but very dark but should
clean much better. The hand spring is broken. The holster retains about 60%
of its original russet finish but is dry and fragile with a couple of tears
on the flap and the closure tab is missing. 4-41794 JR138 (1,250-1,750)
568BB. TEXAS RANGER PRESENTATION MANHATTAN REVOLVER. Cal. 36. Pocket model
with 6 Þ octagon bbl., 1-pc wood grips, silver-plated brass trigger guard
and back strap. The back strap is inscribed in period engraving MAJ. J.
B. JONES in block letters and Texas Rangers in script. The
engraving appears correct and period to the revolver and was apparently accomplished
at the factory as there is silver in the cuts. It is accompanied by a reproduced
portion of a book titled The Texas Rangers, Webb, which states,
beginning on page 307, that John B Jones was commissioned the first Major of
the Frontier Battalion of Texas Rangers on May 2nd, 1874 by Governor
Coke. It goes on to describe Major Jones physical appearance and his background.
Page 311 states that Jones was a member of Terrys Texas Rangers during
the Civil War and rose from Private to the rank of Captain and had been recommended
to Major but the war ended before he received his commission. Jones was apparently
known as a meticulous record keeper and much is apparently to be discovered
by further researching Texas State historical archives. There apparently is
another brief biography of Major Jones in the Dictionary of American Biography
by Mrs. Helen H. Groce. Also accompanying is another reproduction of An
Illustrated History of the Texas Rangers where on page 131 Major Jones
is credited with trapping and capturing the legendary outlaw Sam Bass at Round
Rock, Texas in 1878. Ser. 66072 CONDITION: Fair to good, all matching including
the wedge, no original finish remains on the iron, being a gray metal color
with scattered surface spots, front sight appears to be a period of use replacement,
no scene remains in the cylinder panels. The trigger guard and backstrap retain
20-30% silver plating and the grips are very good, retaining 75-80% varnish.
The engraved legend on the backstrap is sharp and clear. Several boogerd screws.
4-41295 JR116 (12,000-16,000)
568BC. LeMAT TRANSITION MODEL REVOLVER. Ser 533. Cal .36, 16ga. 6-3/4
octagonal bbl. The cylinder and shotgun barrel have been filed and acid-toned.
The rammer assembly is a replacement. The grips are excellent replacements.
Marked Col. Lemat B_te s.g.d.g. Paris on top of the barrel. CONDITION:
Gray patina with light to moderate pitting, except where the surfaces have been
cleaned. The bores are pitted. The grips are fine. Mechanically good. 4-41128
(20,000-25,000)
568BD. SCARCE U.S. COLT FIRST MODEL DRAGOON REVOLVER. Ser 7468, Cal. 44, 7
1/2 part round barrel. U.S. on left side of frame, sub inspector
initial on frame, cylinder hammer, backstrap cylinder also sgd. W.L. Ormsbys.
Faint cartouche on left side of grip. CONDITION: Smooth bluish gray patina mixed
with light surface rust and pitting on the barrel and cylinder approx. 30% of
blue on barrel mostly in protected areas, under the loading liner etc. Some
case color on loading lever. The majority of the cylinder scene is good, mixed
with light pitting. The grips are well worn at the butt, with small chips at
the toe. The frame has traces of color in protected spots. The bore is dark.
Hard to find first model in this condition. Mechanically fine 4-41126 (18,000-22,000)
568BE. COLT MARTIALLY MARKED FIRST MODEL DRAGOON. Cal 44Perc. Usual configuration
with 7-1/2 octagon to round bbl, tiny U.S. on the left side of the frame
with tiny A on the trigger guard beneath the serial number and a
small P on the hammer. It has brass trigger guard and back strap
with 1-pc. wood grip. Ser 4858. CONDITION: Good, markings and legends are all
clear, all matching except for the wedge, which is numbered 008. No original
finish remains, except on the sides of the barrel lug, which has traces in sheltered
areas. The balance of the barrel and lug are a dark plum patina. The frame is
a light silver brown patina and the cylinder, whose number cannot be discerned,
is a silver metal color with numerous nicks and dings and has been cleaned.
The trigger guard has 10-15% original silver plating with the balance and the
back strap being a light mustard color. The grips are much worn with a chip
missing from the left toe. Two or three boogered screws, very good mechanics
and excellent bright bore. 4-41812 (3,750-4,250)
568BF. COLT 3RD MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal 44. Usual configuration,
7 Þ barrel with 1-piece wood grips. There is a small A &
n proof on the left side of the trigger guard. Ser 15321 CONDITION:
Good, all matching including the wedge, no original finish remains on the iron,
with 5-10% silver on the trigger guard and backstrap in sheltered areas. The
grips are very good with a small grain check on the left side near the frame,
with traces of original finish. Four of the six pins are visible on the cylinder,
no cylinder scene remains. Safety notch does not hold, dark bore with good rifling
that may clean better. 4-41029 JR99 (1,800-2,500)
568BG. REMINGTON RIDER CONVERSION POCKET REVOLVER. Cal .32RF, blued finish
with 3 octagon barrel with checkered composition grips. Ser 5324. CONDITION:
The barrel and cylinder retain 65-70% of what is probably a factory refinish.
The frame has traces of finish in sheltered areas with balance a silver/ gray.
The trigger guard appears to be German silver. The left grip is sound, the right
has a chip at the heel both have faded to chocolate. 4-42237 JR572 (500-800)
568BH. REMINGTON RIDER DA PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .31 perc, blued finish with
3 octagon barrel, 5- shot mushroom cylinder, dovetail cone front sight,
German silver trigger guard with 2-piece composition grips. Accompanied by an
original cardboard-compartmented box with brass 2-cavity bullet mold and a tiny
bag shaped flask decorated with stars, dots and leaf patterns on both sides.
Ser 575. CONDITION: Good plus, the barrel retains about 70% original blue, flaked
to a brown patina in the bare areas. The cylinder retains 20-25% blue under
a dark plum patina with several small dings and some light pitting. The frame
retains 5-10% blue with the balance brown patina. The grips are excellent, faded
to chocolate brown. Excellent mechanics. The box has had old repairs and all
the cornersand partitions reglued. The lid extensively repaired but it is an
original black patterned Rider cardboard box. The mold is worn with nicks and
dings and the flask has a slight open seam on one side, with traces or original
polish showing moderate wear. 4-42235 JR574 (1,500-2,000)
568BI: COLT 1849 POCKET COMPARTMENTED WOODEN CASE: Walnut case for a 4"
1849 pocket model with divisions for a bullet mold, flask and cap box with the
usual triangle compartment for bullets. In the corner, the lid of which is missing.
It is fitted with small brass hinges and a tiny brass cabinet lock with the
cutout for a shield type escutcheon, which is missing. Contains an old Eley's
old lacquered cap tin. CONDITION: Very good, the top and outside retain 75%
original varnish with the aforementioned missing compartment cover and escutcheon.
The lower part of the back and the bottom have several grain cracks. The interior
is faded red velvet, quite dirty but intact. Posner collection 4042043 JR339
(500-1,000)
568BJ. REMINGTON RIDER DA PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .31 perc, 3octagon
barrel with dovetail cone front sight, 5-shot mushroom cylinder with 2-piece
composition grips. Accompanied by an original compartmented box bottom containing
an iron 2-cavity mold, an original 2-piece cleaning rod and a very rare Remington
marked Eagle flask. The flask is the usual Colt type with stars over a spread-winged
eagle and 2-crossed revolvers (Rilings #756) marked on rib and REMINGTONS
ILION NY. Ser 338. CONDITION: Good, no original finish remains having
recently been cleaned bright. There is light pitting on the frame in front of
the cylinder and fine pitting on the cylinder. The grips are excellent. Excellent
mechanics. The box bottom is very good with one broken corner. The bullet mold
is also very good as is the cleaning rod. The flask has a dark brown patina
with most of the inscription worn away. 4-42236 JR576 (800-1,200)
568BK. REMINGTON FIRST MODEL BEALS PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .31perc, first
model last issue with 3 octagon barrel, disk types pawl of the second
model with 1-piece gutta-percha grip. German silver trigger guard. Ser 563.
CONDITION: Fair to good, no original finish remains, the barrel and frame are
a light silver brown with pitting at the muzzle and forcing cone area. The cylinder
is a dark brown patina. The grips are a dark chocolate brown and very good.
The arm is broken from the cylinder pawl and the front sight is a replacement.
The cylinder pin is also a replacement. 4-42239 JR573 (300-500)
568BL. REMINGTON RIDER DA PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .31perc, odd variation with
barrel markings on the left top flat rather than on the very top flat, 3
octagon barrel with dovetail cone sight, 5-shot mushroom cylinder with 2-piece
composition grips. Ser 78. CONDITION: About good the barrel retains about 25%
thin and flaked blue, no original finish remains on the frame or cylinder. The
frame is pitted in front of the cylinder and the cylinder has light surface
rust. Excellent grips turned to chocolate. 4-42238 JR575 (400-700)
568BM. COLT 1861 NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal 38RF. Usual configuration with
7-1/2 round bbl, plain cylinder with ejector rod and loading gate, Colts
Patent on the left side of the frame. This revolver has unusual markings
at the serial number with a 1 below each serial number on the frame,
trigger guard and back strap. Ser 200. CONDITION: About good, all matching except
the wedge, which is not numbered and the cylinder, which is numbered 500. All
the iron retains a mottled brown patina with scattered light pitting. The trigger
guard and grip frame are a light, cleaned mustard patina. The grips are sound,
missing a chip at the left frame and right toe. Strong dark bore. 4-41813 (2,000-2,500)
568BN. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY CONVERSION. Cal. 46CF. Usual configuration,
8 octagon bbl., with various inspector marks about the metal. Appears
to be a factory conversion. Ser. 73962 CONDITION: Fair to good, retains 25-30%
thin blue with the balance a brown patina, missing the rammer lever stud, grips
are smooth and worn with chips at the toes, mechanics need attention, poor bore.
4-41798 JR143 (300-500)
568BO. POCKET NAVY CONVERSION. Cal 38CF. Nickel finish with 4-1/2 round
bbl, and 1-pc. walnut grips. The right side fitted with the usual ejector road
and housing, with the loading rammer slot filled and loading gate installed.
Accompanied by a period brown leather flap holster. Ser 9796. CONDITION: Very
good, the barrel, cylinder and frame retain about 90% strong original nickel
with light wear and one spot of brown on the barrel with other light browning
around the barrel junction area. The cylinder retains 90-95% stagecoach hold-up
scene. Grip frame retains 30-40% nickel plating. The balance a mellow brass
color. The grips are sound, showing moderate wear with a chip to right toe and
retaining 10-15% original varnish. Strong bore with dark spots, dirty. Holster
very good, with a replacement belt loop showing moderate to heavy wear. 4-41808
JR245 (1,500-2,500)
568BP. COLT OPEN TOP SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal 44RF. Nickel finish with 7-1/2
bbl that has been stretched from about 4-3/4. The left side of the frame
with two line patent dates, 1-pc. walnut grips with the outline of a cartouche
on the left side and inspector mark on the bottom. Ser 4140. CONDITION: All
matching, except the wedge, which is not numbered. As previously noted, the
barrel has been extended. The cylinder retains 15-20% of the naval battle scene.
The frame retains about 40% milky nickel and the grip frame 10-15% milky nickel.
The screws have been reglued and the grip refinished. Strong bore with a ring
about 1-1/2 in front of the forcing cone and another at the juncture of
the new barrel section. 4-41809 JR246 (1,250-1,750)
568BQ. STARR SINGLE ACTION 44 CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44 center fire. Usual
configuration with 8 round barrel, one piece wood grip with the outline
of a cartouche on each side and inspectors marks over the metal. Excellent conversion
with the nipples machined off the cylinder and a spacer with firing pin expertly
installed. Ser. 23711. CONDITION: Good. Retains most of an old refinish over
scattered pitting, the grips with minor chips and a small crack at the toe have
most of an old revarnish. Strong bore, scattered pitting. 4-40538 JR86 (1,000-1,500)
568BR. LOT OF TWO REMINGTON CONVERSION REVOLVERS. (1) New model police. Cal
38RF. Blued finish, 4-1/2 octagon bbl, silver trigger guard and 2-pc.
walnut grips. Usual markings on the top flat with a German silver sight blade.
Ser 4448. CONDITION: Very good, the barrel and rammer retain 94-95% original
finish, the frame and cylinder about 50% thin blue. The grips are sound and
retain about 60% original varnish. Strong bright bore with scattered light pitting.
(2) New model pocket. Cal 32RF. Nickel finish, 4-1/2 octagon bbl, spur
trigger with 2-pc. walnut grips. Ser 16938. CONDITION: Very good, retains 94-95%
original nickel, thin on the front and right side of the frame with fine widely
scattered pitting and two spots of pitting on the barrel. Excellent cylinder
and very good grips that retain 50-60% original varnish. Excellent bright, shiny
bore. Posner Collection. 4-41973, 4-41975 JR230 (1,000-1,500)
568BS. MARTIALLY MARKED STARR DA ARMY REVOLVER. Cal 44perc. Blued finish, 6
round bbl with 1-pc. walnut grip that has a good visible cartouche on both sides.
There are various inspector marks over the metal parts of the revolver. Posner
Collection. Ser 14406. CONDITION: Good to very good, all matching retaining
traces of original blue on the barrel, about 75% bright blue on the frame and
cylinder and 50-60% bright case colors on the hammer. The grip is missing a
small sliver at the frame and has a replaced chip at the heel, otherwise sound
with the aforementioned good cartouches. Excellent bright, shiny bore. Posner
collection. 4-41968 JR223 (1,200-1,700)
568BT. LOT OF TWO COLT PERCUSSION REVOLVERS. (1) Model 2 1855 Root. Cal 28
Perc. Blued finish, 3-1/2" octagon bbl, 1-pc. walnut grip. Ser 1822. CONDITION:
Good, retains 40-50% thin original blue, 25% cylinder scene, and about 40% grip
varnish with a large chip at the toe. (2) 1849 Pocket model. 6" octagon
bbl, two line New York address, 1-pc. wood grips. Ser 146822. CONDITION: Fair,
all matching, would be better but one chamber is blow out. The metal retains
an even medium patina with scattered light surface rust. The cylinder with about
50% scene. The trigger guard and back strap retains about 50% thin silver plating.
The grips are very good and retain 60-70% varnish, strong bore with scattered
light pitting. Posner Collection. 4-41929, 4-41989 jr231 (800-1,100)
568BU HOLLAND PATENT PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal 45perc. Unusual English made
open top design with 6-1/4" octagon bbl, attached articulated patented
spring-loaded rammer with fixed sights on the top flat. Six shot cylinder with
British proofs, narrow box-like scalloped frame houses a long spur hammer that
is offset to the right. The grip is one piece, checkered, with engraved oval
buttcap having a cap box. The receiver is lightly engraved with arabesque and
border patterns. The bore is micro rifled with about 30 grooves. Posner Collection.
Ser-none. CONDITION: Very good, the original finish has turned to a medium patina
with widely scattered spots of surface rust. The edges and the metal remain
very sharp. The grip shows light wear with a small bruise and slightly shrunk
from the frame. Crisp mechanics. The bore is sharp with scattered light pitting.
4-41889 JR215 (800-1,200)
568BV. ADAMS PATENT PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 45 perc. 5 shot revolver with
5 ß octagon bbl., safety lever on the right side of the frame that locks
the cylinder, angled grip frame with 1-pc checkered wood grip. Ser. 37043 CONDITION:
Poor, no original finish remains, being a dark, brown patina overall. The rammer
and rammer lever are missing, all the nipples are damaged from dry firing and
the grip is chipped and cracked. 4-41055 JR118 (150-300)
568BW. LEPAGE-LEFAUCHEUX ENGRAVED PINFIRE REVOLVER. Cal 11mm pinfire. Beautiful
Civil War era pinfire revolver with 6-1/4 round bbl, engraved down the
top with Lapage name and address, leaf and vine patterns at the muzzle and over
the frame and cylinder. The frame, trigger guard and hammer are case colored
with smooth 2-pc. wood grips having engraved escutcheons with 4-faceted buttcap
with lanyard loop. Accompanied by a relined, probably not original oak box with
one round of original ammunition. Posner Collection. Ser LF7411. CONDITION:
Excellent to new, appears unfired, retains virtually all its original bright
blue on the barrel, lug and cylinder, the frame and trigger guard retain most
of their original case colors that have dulled and faded, but are still bright
in sheltered areas. Grips are excellent and retain most of their original bright
varnish. Box is good. Posner collection. 4-41904 JR257 (900-1,200)
568BX. PETENGILL POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31 perc. Blued finish
with 4 Þ octagon bbl., split loading lever of the 3rd Model, iron frame
with 2-pc wood grips. Ser. 148. CONDITION: Good, retains traces of the original
finish with scattered light pitting, all matching numbers, very good grips that
retain 75% original varnish. Mechanics need attention. 4-41795 JR142 (400-700)
568BY. ALSOP NAVY REVOLVER. Ser 283, cal .36, 5 1/2 octagonal barrel.
Missing the entire loading lever assembly. No safety. No chamber liners. Front
side has been ground flat. CONDITION: Metal has turned brown patina over the
filing that was done to remove pitting. The rear of the barrel has been battered
to make a tighter fit with the frame. The grips have minor dents and scratches.
The bore is poor, mechanically needs work. 4-25536 FS317 (300-500)
568BZ. LOT OF TWO COLT 1877 DA REVOLVERS. (1) Lightning, Cal 38 Colt. 3-1/2
Sheriffs Model with etched panel barrel, nickel finish and checkered 1-pc.
wood bird head grips. Ser 922. CONDITION: Good, retains about 85% bright original
nickel with the balance flaked to a light patina. The barrel panel is completely
visible. Excellent grips with the high points flattened, excellent bright bore.
Good mechanics. (2) Thunderer 41 Colt, 4-1/2 nickel finish with black
composition grips. Missing the ejector rod and housing, trigger and other internal
parts. Ser 59269. CONDITION: As noted, retains 30-40% nickel, mostly on the
frame and cylinder. Very good grips, strong dark bore that may clean. Posner
Collection. 4-41995, 4-41999 JR236 (600-900)
568CA. DAKOTA BISLEY REVOLVER. Ser 1000, caliber .44/40, 7 Þ round barrel.
Made by Jager-EMF Co. CONDITON: Like new. 4-41202 FS117 (300-400)
568CB. LOT OF TWO COLT 1877 DA REVOLVERS. (1) 38 Colt, lightning model, nickel
finish, 4-1/2 bbl with ejector rod and black composition grips. Ser 113350.
CONDITION: Good plus, retains about 90% strong original nickel, slightly dull
on the barrel with losses over the top strap, trigger guard and grip frame.
Grips are well worn and fading to brown. Bore is strong with fine pitting. Good
mechanics. (2) Cal 41, Thunderer Model, 3-1/2 Sheriffs Model, nickel
finish with black composition grips. Ser 82398. CONDITION: Good plus, retains
85-90% original nickel, beginning to lift around the forcing cone area and top
strap. The cylinder, trigger guard and grip frame are also flaked to a dark
patina with fine pitting on the cylinder. The grips show moderate wear and the
bore, with good rifling, is lightly pitted. The niter blued screws are excellent.
Trigger return spring broken. Posner collection. 4-41965, 4-41966 JR225 (900-1,200)
568CC. LOT OF TWO COLT 1877 LIGHTNING DA REVOLVERS. Cal 38 Colt. (1) Sheriffs
Model, blue and case colored, 3-1/2 bbl with black composition grips.
Ser 114495. CONDITION: Good, the barrel retains 60% thinning original blue with
light pitting at the left muzzle edge. The trigger guard and grip frame retain
50-60% strong bright blue in sheltered areas with the back strap a light patina.
The cylinder retains about 50% very thin blue and the frame traces of case colors
in sheltered areas with the balance a light patina. Very good grips, excellent
bright shiny bore. (2) Sheriffs Model, blue and case colored, 2-1/2
bbl with black composition grips. Ser 69958. CONDITION: Good, mostly a medium
brown patina with some scattered pitting on the cylinder and left recoil shield.
The frame also lightly pitted on the left side. Moderately worn grips, good
strong bore, dark in the grooves. Mechanics need attention. Posner Collection.
4-42011, 4-41957 JR224 (800-1,200)
568CD. COLT MODEL 1877 DA LIGHTNING REVOLVER. Cal 38 Colt. Blue and case colored
finish with 3-1/2 bbl, made without ejector rod housing, black composition
bird head grips. Ser 66573. CONDITION: Very good, the barrel retains about 75%
strong bright blue, the cylinder about 25% thin blue in the gullets with the
balance a brown patina. The frame retains 65-70% bright case colors, silvered
on the top strap and recoil shields with scattered surface rust on the left
recoil shield. Grip frame and trigger guard retain 65-70% bright blue with a
blue-brown back strap. The grips show moderate to heavy wear, otherwise theyre
sound. Strong bright bore with scattered light pitting. Posner Collection. 4-41967
JR363 (500-700)
568CE. COLT 1877 DA LIGHTNING REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Colt. Usual configuration with
4 Þ bbl. and black composition bird head grip. Ser. 156901 CONDITION:
Fair. Retains a dark brown patina overall, no original finish remains, grips
severely worn, hand spring broken. 4-41006 JR148 (300-500)
568CF. COLT 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal 36Perc. Usual configuration,
4-1/2 bbl, five shot fluted rebated cylinder with brass trigger guard
and grip frame and 1-pc. wood grips. Ser 26705. CONDITION: Good, all matching
including the wedge, the iron retains a medium blue brown patina and the frame
a silver gray patina. The trigger guard and grip frame are a clean, light brass
patina. The grips have been refinished. Strong bore with pitting and some bright
areas. 4-41811 JR247 (600-900)
568CG. ALLEN & WHEELOCK PEPPERBOX REVOLVER. Cal. 32 perc. Usual configuration
with bar hammer and fluted 6 shot 3 Þ barrel cluster, bag shaped grip
with smooth wood grip panels. Accompanied by a homemade period wooden box with
brass hinges and hook latch. Ser. None. CONDITION: Fair, pitting around the
muzzle and on the frame, most of the engraving is worn from the shield, refinished
grips, loose mechanics. Slight amount of touch up on the iron. The box is very
good. 4-41797 JR132 (200-400)
568CH. J.M. COOPER POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. Philadelphia production, second model,
31 caliber, 5 shot cylinder with 4 octagonal barrel, double action with
brass triggerguard and backstrap serial #8285. Posner collection. CONDITION:
Very good. Reblued, markings are worn. Mechanically excellent. Posner collection.
4-41964 CW185 (300-500)
568CI. COLT 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36 perc. Usual configuration, 7 Þ
round bbl., brass grip frame and 1-pc wood grips, British proofed. Ser. 20165.
CONDITION: Poor, no original finish remains, pitting over most of the metal,
rammer and lever are missing, grips are severely damaged, front sight is replaced.
4-41038 JR 133 (100-200)
568CJ. ALLEN & THURBER PEPPERBOX PISTOL. Cal. 32perc. Usual configuration
with 6 shot fluted barrel cluster, engraved, screwed-on nipple shield and lightly
engraved iron frame with 2-pc bag shaped walnut grips. Ser. Not visible. CONDITION:
Good plus. The barrels retain 85% dull blue, the shield and frame are a thin
brown patina and the grips retain about 90% varnish. Boogerd shield screws,
mechanics need attention. 4-41796 JR147 (200-300)
568CK. COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. 6 shot cylinder, 36 caliber with 7 1/2
round barrel. Brass trigger guard and back strap and one-piece walnut grips.
Serial #5398. All matched. Posner collection. CONDITION: Good. No original finish.
Gun is dark and uncleaned with various spots of light pitting. No cylinder scene
remains. 1 nipple is broken. Grips show much wear and main spring is weak. Posner
collection. 4-42052 CW170 (800-1,100)
568CL. ALLEN & THURBER BAR HAMMER PEPPERBOX PISTOL. Cal. 32 perc. Usual
pocket configuration with 3 *" six shot fluted bbl cluster, engraved, screwed-on
shield with lightly engraved frame and bag shaped grip with walnut grip panels.
Ser. 140. CONDITION: Poor to fair, no original finish remains, the barrels and
frame a gray metal color with plier marks around the metal, badly boogerd screws
and pitting on the grip frame. The grips retain 75-80% original varnish with
some chipping at the frame. Mechanics need attention. 4-41975 JR136 (100-200)
568CM. COLT RICHARDS MASON CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal 44CF. Nickel finish, with
barrel reduced to 4-1/8, Colts patent on the left side of the frame
with wonderful 1-pc. ivory grips. Posner Collection. Ser 198419. CONDITION:
Mismatched with the aforementioned amputated barrel, retains 10-15% nickel with
the balance a dark attic patina. The cylinder retains 10-15% naval battle scene.
The grips are excellent with a wonderful mellow patina and several age lines
at the top and bottom. On either side of the back strap are areas where rust
has chipped the edges of the ivory end, a small sliver is missing from the left
heel. Occasionally the hammer will not hold at full cock. The wedge is frozen
in place. Posner collection. 4-41987 JR290 (500-700)
568CN. ALLEN & THURBER BAR HAMMER PEPPERBOX. Cal 32Perc. Pocket size with
3-1/2 six shot bbl cluster, screwed on nipple shield and engraved iron
receiver with smooth bag shaped grips. Ser 7. CONDITION: Fair, the barrels have
fine pitting at the muzzle and breach ends, scattered lightly elsewhere. The
shield and frame also lightly pitted. The side plate a replacement. The grips
nicked and dinged with the left side probably a replacement. Good mechanics.
4-41021 JR373 (200-300)
568CO. MARTIALLY MARKED REMINGTON 1858 NEW MODEL ARMY. Cal. 44 perc. Blued
finish with 8 octagon barrel, two piece walnut grips with legible cartouche
on the left side and inspector marks over the metal. Ser. 106982. CONDITION:
Good to very good. The barrel retains 40-50% thin blue, the frame 50-60% stronger
blue and the cylinder mostly a blue brown patina. The grips are sharp, showing
light use and wear. The bore is strong with sharp rifling, slightly dark but
should clean very well. 4-40862 JR98 (500-800)
568CP. WITHDRAWN
568CQ. LARGE UNMARKED CYPHERED ANTIQUE BOWIE KNIFE, MID 19TH CENTURY. This
heavy (1 Ú lbs.) knife has a hollow ground clipped point blade just under 11
Ú, a 4 false edge, and is about 15 ß overall. It is either
unmarked or the mark has worn off, but is similar in form to Sheffield knife
by George Wostenholm. The grip is German silver mounted (including cross guard)
with stag scales, and the cross guard is a rounded stylized s form.
The stamped figures on the blade include seated lions with the mottoes I
SURPASS ALL and TRY ME, a Liberty Cap containing the work
LIBERTY, a winged dragon, 2 stylized hearts being pierced by daggers
and a buck chased by dogs and a hunter on horseback. CONDITION: The blade has
been cleaned, with some areas of light pitting, a few very tiny nicks, and a
very slightly blunted tip. Despite being sharpened many years ago, the overall
look is a pleasant patina. The stag scales have one minor crack, and although
one slightly overlaps the metal at one point, they are almost certainly original
to the knife. There is evidence of a very light battering on the top of the
pommel, but the knife is very tight and sound overall. No sheath. 4-42251 (20,000-25,000)
568CR. LARGE SPEAR PONT BOWIE BY HASSAM BROTHERS, BOSTON, MID 19TH CENTURY.
While not the common form for a Hassam, this knife is absolutely genuine. The
spear point blade measures about 12 Þ, with HASSAM BROTHERS / BOSTON
stamped on both sides of the ricasso. The iron cross guard terminates in acorn
finials, and the ribbed horn or possibly rosewood grip is bracketed by a German
silver ferrule and pommel cap. A nut around the threaded tang secures blade
to the 5 grip. The weight of this knife is about 1 1Ú 4lbs. CONDITION:
The blade has been crudely sharpened with a grinding wheel, by somebody apparently
unaware of his destructive talents. These marks cover a good portion of the
blade. From the ricasso back to the pommel cap, the condition is quite good
with the exception of a few minor age cracks in the grip. No sheath. 4-41077
(7,000-10,000)
568CS. LONG ANTIQUE SPEAR POINT BOWIE WITH MEXICAN EAGLES. The slender, 10
1/8 spear point is marked B B on both sides of the ricasso.
The grip is 4 ß with German silver mounts. The pommel has a stamped Mexican
eagle on both sides, and the two piece guard has a stamped lion or lioness,
also on both sides. Period m.o.p. scales are secured by two pins though the
tang, and a brass liner is under both the scales and mounts. The layered cardboard
sheath has a German silver tip and throat. CONDITION: The knife shows evidence
of cleaning and sharpening, with one nick near the tip and several casting flaws
(they do not detract). There is a slight damage (loss) to one edge of the guard,
with a few tiny dents on the guard and the pommel ornaments. The m.o.p scales
are excellent, with a pleasing patina. The sheath has a fold on each side and
slight wear. The attachment button has been lost from the throat. 4-42254 (3,500-5,000)
568CT. FINE LARGE ANTIQUE COFFIN HANDLED BOWIE BY GEORGE WOODHEAD. Clipped
point 9 blade, with a 6 false edge, marked G WOODHEAD / 36
HOWARD STREET/ SHEFFIELD in three line near the guard. The coffin form
grip is 4 Þ (including the guard) with stag scales and German silver guard,
escutcheon, and pins. Decorated layered cardboard sheath is German silver throat
and tip. It dates from around 1850. CONDITION. The blade retains most of the
original polish, with some staining and a few areas where light pitting has
been cleaned away. The stag scales are crisp and undisturbed. The sheath has
some wrinkles on each side, a bit of wear, and possibly a replaced metal tip.
4-42253 (15,000-18,000)
568CU. ANTIQUE BOWIE KNIFE BY GEORGE WOODHEAD, CIRCA 1850. The knife has a
blade just under 6 ß, a 4 3/8 false edge, and is just over 10 ß
overall. The mounts are German silver, with raised reclining lions on both sides
of the pommel. A pointed oval escutcheon in one of the stag scales bears the
name C.H.Parks in period script. A thick, pointed oval cross guard,
when viewed from behind, shows evidence of re-positioning. The edge of the blade
has been re-shaped from sharpening, and the right edge of the three line makers
stamp is covered by the guard. It should read G. WOODHEAD / 36 HOWARD
STREET / SHEFFIELD. The layered cardboard sheath lacks the German silver
tip, and the throat lacks the button. The scales and pommel are in sound, undisturbed
condition, as is the engraved escutcheon. Heavy sharpening during the period
of use has altered the shape of the blade. The back of the guard has some gaps
where it fits the blade, but the guard does not appear to be a replacement.
The layered cardboard sheath is worn and scuffed, and lacks both the metal tip
and the attachment button on the throat. 4-42252 (9,000-12,000)
568CV. SCRIMSHAWED MAP HORN: Depicting a view of Philadelphia. Three line inscription
reads First Sergt. John Robbins, 1st Company Milta Arty Phil Ada County
Scrimshaw design includes a sun face with spread winged eagles on either side,
the banner beneath reads Philadelphia. Below that is a very nice
scrimmed depiction of fifty or more homes with a harbor in the foreground featuring
three full-rigged sailing vessels. The butt of the horn fitted with an old carved
wooden plug. The first half of the horn scrimmed on a creamy ivory background,
the upper portion of the horn carved in relief with a dark stained finish. The
horn has the appearance of an 18th century horn and shows considerable signs
of age, however, is not of that period. Very nicely executed with the design
in nice contrast. Size: 9 long across the curve, approx. 11 1/2
on the curve. CONDITION: A small section approx. 1 1/2 x 1/2 appears
to have been broken out of the horn at one time and glued back in, still loose.
The upper end of the carved horn having an old worm hole in it. Otherwise, generally
good. Wiggins Collection. 4-42086 JJ3 (400-600)
568CW. FINE DOCUMENTED EARLY SCRIMSHAW HORN. This early 19th century priming
horn very aesthetically engraved with alternating panels of fish and leaves.
Two line inscription reads Abner Maynard, powder, RVMB An accompanying
document handwritten in 1978 at the time Mr. Messenger purchased the horn, indicates
that Abner Maynard was of Middlebury, VT and served with the Rutland regiment
during the War of 1812. His unit was the Middlebury Brigade. Maynard held the
rank of Major until the close of the war and this horn descended in the Peter
Bent Brigham family of Waitsfield, VT. This fine antique priming horn fitted
with a carved wooden plug at the butt end with wonderful worn patina. The first
half of the horn with the scrimshaw design, the upper portion of the horn recessed
carved. Size: 7 across the curve and approx. 8 on the curve. CONDITION:
Generally excellent. The scrimshaw design both well executed and colored so
that it stands out very nicely against the warm mellowed ivory background. Structurally
excellent, the only blemish being a 1/4 section which has a small worm
hole. This is at the very edge of where the scrimshawed portion ends and the
recessed carved portion of the horn begins. A similar but far smaller worm hole
exists on the very edge of the horn where the wooden butt attaches. Messenger
Collection. 4-41688 JJ2 (500-800)
568CX. CARVED AND SCRIMSHAWED MAP HORN. A very nicely executed scrimshawed
map horn inscribed J.M. Hyatt, his horn 1760 The map depicting various
areas of New York including Schnachtedy, Albany , Port
Edward, German Flatt, Saratgoa, etc. In addition
to the nice map portion is armorial crest on the reverse depicting a rampant
lion and a rearing unicorn. Between it is a round crowned escutcheon inscribed
on the border Doieu Et Mon Droit. A scale symbol is scrimshawed
near the top. A vining scrim design around the upper portion, followed by a
notch design. The upper tip of the horn carved away, the butt end fitted with
a carved wooden plug. The horn, definitely with considerable age, but also definitely
not 18th century on a yellow mellowed patina horn, the scrim design nicely done
and stands out quite well. A nice old horn but not 18th or early 19th century.
Size: Approx. 11 from one end of the curve to the other and approx. 15
1/2 on the curve. CONDITION: Structurally very good. A couple of very
minor boring insect holes but at no critical point. Otherwise, very nice. Messenger
Collection. 4-41686 JJ5 (600-900)
568CY. NICE SCRIMSHAW HORN WITH INSCRIBED FRENCH ARMORIAL CREST: The crest
features a crowned lion to one side, a rearing unicorn on the other side. The
central round portion crowned with an inscription around the border Honisoit
Oui Malypense A ribbon banner beneath inscribed Dieu Et Mon Droet
The reverse of the horn with a heart-shaped design inscribed in the center in
script with what appears to be J.W. The horn also carved or branded
near the spout at a later point with a small W.D. preceded by a
short arrow. The horn fitted with a wooden plug at the end having a turned handle.
The tip of the horn fitted with an old brass spring-hinged pouring spout. The
horn also fitted with two small iron eye rings to attach the carrying strap
to. The horn is a light ivory color and while the scrim design is rather delicate,
it is quite readable. Size: From the butt to the pouring tip it is 10
across the curve, on the curve to the tip of the spout it is approx. 13
The turned wooden handle approx. 2 1/2 long. CONDITION: The horn generally
in very good structural condition the wood varnished at some point in time.
Some surface damage as a result of some burrowing insects. This scattered throughout
a few places on the horn, a couple such spots on the rampant lion. These spots
have been filled in many years ago with some composition. Otherwise, generally
good. Messenger Collection. 4-41687 JJ4 (400-700)
568CZ. HISTORIC PRESENTATION IVORY CANE: to Lieut. Gen. Winfield Scott. This wonderfully carved ivory cane features a life-like dogs head carved in the form of a bloodhound with glass eyes. The canes shaft consists of carved ivory discs, each disc carved with a raised knob set with black ebony, thus simulating a shark vertebrae cane. The cane wonderfully scrimmed and inlaid with red sealing wax to read Presented to Lieut. General Winfield Scott by Fred Henke Turner, carver, Paterson, NJ, a soldier in the Mexican war Similarly inscribed near the tip Down with treason The tip of the cane fitted with a 2 iron metal tip. Scott considered the hero of the Mexican war, was in charge of the Union forces at the outbreak of the Civil War. This wonderful antique cane was accomplished by a very talented carver. The fact that it is ivory and the simulation of a shark vertebrae cane is very reminiscent of mid and early 19th century canes and other ivory artifacts produced by seaman while on long voyages away from home. We have not researched F.H. Turner but the records of the Mexican War should include information on him as well as his service in the Army at that time. Size: 35 1/2 long. CONDITION: Generally very good. The entire cane having a wonderful warn mellow aged patina. There are various lines or separations in the ivory including some hairlines in the dogs head as well as some separation lines in various discs along the shaft of the cane. These lines are drying or aging lines, not breaks or cracks. 4-41118 JJ1 (18,000-28,000)
568DA. HISTORIC 1873 SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR CARBINE USED AT THE BATTLE OF THE
LITTLE BIGHORN. Cal 45-55. This famous carbine is one of fifteen forensically
identified Custer Battlefield Carbines, of which only five are in private hands,
this being one of the privately owned ones. It is accompanied by a notarized
letter dated January 8, 1991 from Douglas Scott and Dick Harmon stating that
this carbine was confirmed as matching an archaeological specimen case
(FS 150) from the Calhoun Hill area of the Custer battlefield. This forensic
comparison was accomplished at the Nebraska State Patrols Criminalistics
Laboratory, Firearms and Toolmarks Identification Laboratory. Of the handful
of weapns forensically proven to have been at the Battle of the Little Bighorn
this is of particular historic interest and importance. It was quite likely
used at the Battle of the Rosebud and the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Both
battles being considered perhaps the high water mark for the Indians. At the
Battle of the Rosebud the Indians overwhelmed Cook and defeated him and, of
course, at the Battle of the Little Bighorn they annihilated Custer and his
entire command.
This Springfield carbine, serial #1210, is beleived to have been issued to the
3rd Cavalry which saw action at the Battle of the Rosebud. This is based on
information discovered by Franklin Mallory in the National Archives. Mallory
discovered records that serial numbers in the 1210 range were issued to the
3rd Cavalry. It is therefore very likely an Indian captured the carbine at the
Rosebud and later used it at the Little Bighorn. We of course know it was definately
used at the Little Bighorn from the cartridge casing found on Calhoun Ridge
where Indians fired on and killed Lt. Calhoun and his entire command. The Battle
of the Rosebud took place just eight days prior to the battle of the Little
Bighorn and it is a known fact that many or most of the Indians that participated
at the Battle of the Rosebud also participated in the Battle of the Little Bighorn.
This lot is accompanied by a small paperback book Archaeological Insights
into The Custer Battlefield. An Assessment of the 1984 Field Season 1987
Scott and Fox which details the archeological search in the battlefield There
is a pouch inside the back cover that contains a large sectioned map of the
battlefield showing the exact location of where all the recovered shell casings
were found. Also accompanying it is a colorful print of a painting executed
by noted Custer historian Ralph Heinz. The print titled Yellow Nose
depicts an actual happening during the battle on Calhoun Ridge according to
Indian records and a pictograph history executed by Yellow Nose himself after
the battle.
This carbine is standard configuration issue 1873 with 22 round barrel,
German silver front blade and 500-yard rear sight. It has the standard 1873
stock, made without butt trap, 1873 marked breech block and flat lock plate,
which also has the spread-winged American eagle and U.S./Springfield/1873.
CONDITION:The gun has a very dark, as found, patina, and bears tremendous indication
of Indian usage. It has light pitting over much of the surface. All the legends
and numbers are still visible. The butt stock shows much use, typical of all
Indian used guns, and includes a myriad of nicks, dings, scratches as well as
a large gouge on the bottom of the forearm. The middle of the stock has an interesting
pronounced area of wear which is most certainly a result of riding over an Indian
saddle bow for a long period of time. The wrist was broken through but never
glued and has a very old make-do repair which is almost certainly of Indian
origination that consists of a number of small tacks and an old round head wood
screw. It is wrapped with wire which appears to be old telegraph wire, with
evidence further down the wrist that it was also wrapped with a course wire
and probably rawhide, as there are still traces of finish in that area. There
is a small chunk and sliver of wood missing from the left side and another from
the right side. Below a tang screw is an old round head replacement. Extractor
is missing. The bore still has strong rifling, pitted and dark in front of the
chamber and dark in the grooves, with a light ring about mid-point. The lock
functions perfectly. 4-41806 JJ7 A more detailed package of information is available
by contacting our office (Offered without estimate)
568DB. UNIQUE AND HISTORIC SIOUX ENGRAVED PICTOGRAPH EXCAVATED FROM SITTING
BULLS CAMP AT THE LITTLE BIG HORN BATTLEFIELD: This object is likely one
of the most important excavated artifacts from Battle of the Little Big Horn
or Custers Last Stand and the only known Plains Indian pictograph worked
on a metal surface. This unique artifact was excavated by Jason Pitsch whos
family owned and farmed nearly 30,000 acres of the Little Big Horn battlefield.
The bulk of this familys land was located on the Southern edge of the
Sioux Indian campgrounds and was also the site of Major Jesse Renos attack
on Sitting Bull. In the late 1970s Mr. Pitsch, realizing that the family
land contained objects of unique and historic importance, began to excavate
for relics from the famed battle and started one of the worlds best collections
of Little Big Horn artifacts. He was very methodical in his approach and carefully
documented the location of each artifact and also registered these with the
United States National Park Service. His collection became extremely large and
represented one of such historical importance that he opened the Reno Battlefield
Museum in Garryowen, Montana to exhibit the artifacts to the public.
This unique sheet brass artifact was most likely once a camp kettle having a
rolled edge at the top and typical spun brass body of the type common in America
in the first quarter of the 19th Century. On the surface is clearly seen the
engraved pictograph with figures moving from right to left showing four Indian
warriors, three of which are riding on horseback chasing a group of three United
States Cavalry soldiers. Two of the soldiers are on horseback and one lies wounded
or dying on the ground with two arrows piercing his torso. The pictograph illustrates
two riding Indians with long feathered head dresses, arrows flying through mid-air
heading towards the two riding soldiers, one of whom is tossing his carbine
backward from his hand. There is an American flag or guidon which is obviously
falling toward the ground as well. The detail and sophistication of this unique
pictograph is superb. It is very typical of this indigenous artistic tradition.
Since this relic was discovered on the site of the Hunkpapa Camp circle, exactly
where Sitting Bulls camp was located along the Little Big Horn River,
it is supposed that the scene depicted here may be related to the Battle of
the Rosebud which occurred several days before Custers Last Stand. The
sheet brass pictograph is accompanied by a signed certificate from the Reno
Battlefield Museum with a map on the reverse showing the exact location where
the artifact was excavated. The pictograph was removed from the Pitsch land
in 1992.
This one of a kind excavated artifact from the Little Big Horn battlefield site
associated with Sitting Bulls camp is one of the most important Sioux
artifacts and American historical objects to come to the public market in decades.
Its importance is related to both American military history as well as
American Indian artistic and pictorial traditions. 4-42059 CW106 (40,000-60,000)
568DC. RELIC PARTIAL COLT MODEL 1873 SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER RECOVERED
FROM THE TIMBER FIGHT LINE, RENO BATTLEFIELD. Consisting of the frame, loaded
cylinder and barrel of a Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army accompanied by a
signed certificate from the Reno Battlefield Museum, Garryowen, Montana documenting
that this relic was excavated by Jason Pitsch (owner of approximately 30,000
acres of Little Big Horn Battlefield land) in 1991 at the Timber Fight Line
near a bend in the Little Big Horn River. The relic revolver has three cylinders
with its original brass cartridge casings and two cylinders with full
cartridges remaining. The entire relic has been cleaned by electrolysis and
presents a heavily pitted dark gray surface overall. The historic relic is accompanied
by a certificate signed by Jason Pitsch which reads 1873 Colt Single Action
S.N.# 5100 (GPI) load (sic) cylender (sic), barrel fram (sic) and cylnder (sic).
On the reverse of the certificate is a printed map of the Reno Battlefield showing
the location where this revolver was excavated. A fine, documented and desirable
relic from the Little Big Horn. 4-42058 CW107 (20,000-30,000)
568DD. HISTORIC 1873 TRAP DOOR SPRINGFIELD CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. This historic
carbine in relic condition was recovered from the Little Bighorn River in August
1954 by Fred F. Kilfoy while fishing. The location where Mr. Kilfoy has indicated
he found this carbine is approximately 10-12 miles North of the Custer Battlefield,
which took place in June of 1876. The area where this carbine was found is along
the retreat route used by the Sioux after the battle when they were traveling
North to Canada. How it came to be in the river at this point is anyones
guess. It can be speculated that the Indians, laden with all their worldly possessions,
in hasty retreat and having all the firearms they picked up on the battlefield
had probably improperly secured it to a pack and when crossing the river the
rifle simply slipped off and fell unnoticed into the river where it lay for
over 100 years until Mr. Kilfoy discovered it. Mr. Kilfoy, in a notarized statement
dated February 19th, 1991 stated that while fishing the Bighorn River he stepped
on the carbine and upon discovering what it was took it home with him and kept
it in his possession until October 1990 when it was sold at auction.
In another notarized letter dated February 20th, 1991 from Bob Funk, a well-known
firearms dealer in Southwest Wyoming, states that he purchased this carbine
for $25 from Mr. Kilfoys auction.
Our carbine is described as being of standard configuration, badly rusted and
having all the appearance of an item long submerged in moving water. The front
sight is rusted off and there appears to be a major dent in the barrel about
8 from the muzzle. The rear sight is much more recently missing as there
is strong original blue under the area where the sight rested on the barrel.
The breechblock is rusted through in two or three places and the latch knob
is rusted off. The hammer was apparently bent at some point and does not line
up with the firing pin recess. The sling ring and bar are still intact although
very fragile. The 1873 style solid buttplate is still in place although one
screw has fallen out. The wood, particularly at the wrist area, has worn away
and is now very thin. The whole carbine appears to be very fragile.
One could speculate endlessly on how this relic came to be in the river where
it was found but the almost inescapable fact is that a completely original 1873
saddle ring carbine in the near proximity of the Custer Battlefield leaves little
doubt that it was a Custer gun, unfortunately the serial number is obliterated
and we will never know for sure. 4-41083 JR113 Offered without estimate.
568DE. RELIC REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER EXCAVATED FROM ROSEBUD
CREEK. Cal .44 perc. This wonderful old revolver, in inoperative relic condition,
was excavated near Rosebud Creek adjacent to the Custer battlefield.
In June 1876 in an effort to make the Lakota Sioux, who were gathered with Sitting
Bull, to return to their reservations. Generals Crook & Terry and
Col Gibbon mounted a three-prong attack ostensibly to surround the Indians.
On June 17, 1876, General Crook was proceeding down the Rosebud River when they
were attacked by Crazy Horse and about 500 warriors. This forced Crook and his
troops to retreat, which one could speculate, caused Custers demise when
Crook was late completing his part of the three-prong drive. The Crook column
was the largest of the three and certainly would have made a difference to Custer
had the attack been coordinated and proceeded as planned. Crook never sent word
to Terrys column, of which Custers Seventh Cavalry was a part, and
there had been no communication among the three forces so the other two never
knew the outcome of the Rosebud fight until it was to late.
Our revolver has a 6 3/4 octagon barrel, apparently reduced from its original
8. The iron has a deep brown rust patina with pitting over most of the
surface, more pronounced on the right side. The brass trigger guard is a very
dark brown, four of the chambers remain loaded with caps in place. The grips
are worn and weathered to just a sliver on the right side and about 50% on the
left side. There are some inspector marks visible on the trigger guard and barrel
all other markings are obliterated or inaccessible. This unique revolver was
sold at a West Coast auction in April 1995 for $33,000. Its provenance includes
Acevado Collection and Dr. Lawrence Frost Collection. It is pictured and mentioned
on page 91, Custer battle guns by John DuMont and on page 25, Firearms
in the Custer Battle by John DuMont and John E. Parsons.
With its cut barrel our revolver was apparently not a military sidearm so one
can speculate that it could have only been carried by one of the Indians in
the Rosebud fight who, undoubtedly, had captured it from a settler or possibly
one of the gold miners the Indians were trying to drive out of the Black Hills.
Further speculation can be raised as to the fate of the individual who carried
it since two of the chambers are fired and the four remain still charged.
The barrel amputation and front sight, which is a tiny brass rocky mountain
shape with a tiny dovetail 3/8 from the muzzle, was surely not done by
an Indian but by an accomplished gunsmith of the time. To become so deeply patinated
and the grips so severely worn would have taken most of the 125 years since
Custers fight. The grips have several small holes around the bottom on
both sides, which appear to be tack holes, consistent with Indian decorations.
All in all a spectacular and rare Indian Wars battlefield relic that will fit
into anyones collection. More research may reveal additional provenance.
4-41084 JR578 Offered without estimate.
568DF. UNUSUAL HORSESHOE FOUND AT RENOS TIMBER FIGHT HORSE PARK. Our
horseshoe is of average size with an unusual inside weight having been forged
onto it to compensate for the horse having a defective gait. This item was dug
from the park behind Renos Timber Fight Line where the horses were
held during the fight. It was collected and catalogued by Jason Pitsch who owns
the land. CONDITION: Heavily rusted with the front cleat worn down. Another
most unusual Custer fight item. 4-40907 JR311 (1,250-1,500)
568DG. HISTORIC LOT OF EXCAVATED CARTRIDGE CASINGS FROM THE RENO BATTLE SITE.
In the early 1980s, Jason Pitsch and some friends undertook an extensive
excavation of the Pitsch farmland. Much of the Pitch Family farmland included
the actual site of the Reno portion of the Battle of Little Big Horn. These
casings consisting of approximately 47 items, most of which are 50/70 cartridge
casings, were part of this historic finding. Most were fired in trapdoor Springfields,
some were fired in Sharps rifles. Much of the Pitsch collection was turned over
to the S.B.A. a couple of years ago. This is part of that collection. A letter
from the S.B.A. attesting to the fact that these were received from the Pitsch
collection will be accompanying this lot. CONDITION: These are all excavated,
condition varies considerably. 4-42250 (2,000-5,000)
568DH. 1875 OFFICERS MODEL TRAPDOOR SPRINGFIELD, IDENTIFIED TO LIEUTENANT
JOHN MURPHY. Cal 45-70. This rare rifle is of the second type with 26
round bbl, having a gold washed Beechs front sight and a 1,200-yard rear
sight. The breech block and lock plate are both dated 1873. The lock plate,
hammer, latch, breech block, tang, receiver and trigger guard are all engraved
with deep arabesque patterns, as are the barrel band, nose cap and heel of the
buttplate. Our rifle is fitted with the usual half stock, with silver-plated,
pewter, leaf pattern nose cap. The breech block is of the high arch type. The
middle of the forearm and wrist have coarse checkering patterns, with a round
base tang sight mounted atop the wrist and a wood grip adapter mounted on the
bottom. The hickory ramrod appears to be original, with a nickel-plated wiping
jag on one end and a lightly decorated brass tip on the other end that may be
a replacement. The barrel has a single iron ramrod guide. Accompanied by a spectacular
tooled form-fitted leather case with embroidered decoration of Lieut.
John Murphy on the right side and the tooled legend 14th U.S. Inft.
on the left side. The case is 45-1/2 overall length with the front 2/3
being a tapered round tube sewn on the top edge with a Cheyenne plug at the
tip. The rear 1/3 is hard shell leather, form-fitted to the shape of the rifle
and designed so that the butt area could be lifted to extract the rifle. The
flap is secured by a strap that wraps over the butt and up the side to a black
enameled buckle and is held in position by a leather thong that wraps around
the grip area of the case. There is also a carrying strap on the bottom. This
wonderful rifle is further accompanied by a large collection of documentation
regarding Lieutenant Murphy, who served in the U.S. Army from 1858 until retiring
in 1900. He served through the Civil War in the 5th Artillery and engaged in
a variety of battles through the end of the war. After the war, he re-enlisted
in the 14th Infantry and served on the frontier, including the 1876 Sioux Campaign.
He fought in the Philippine Expedition in 1898 and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.
He died May 3, 1920, and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
The consignor has compiled a tremendous amount of information regarding Colonel
Murphy and the order of descent for this rifle to the current owner, all of
which will go to the new owner. This rifle was the featured cover of the September
1987 Gun Report and an article on page 58. The consignor has also obtained several
pictures and copies of pictures of Colonel Murphy at various stages in his military
career. This information fills an entire 3-ring binder and large envelope and
is too voluminous to synopsize in this limited space. Ser-none. CONDITION: Very
good to excellent, the barrel retains 94-96% strong original finish with only
light muzzle wear and a few tiny handling and use nicks and scratches. The rear
sight retains about 95% original finish and the front sight about 10% of its
original gold wash. All the case hardened appointments retain most of their
case hardening with 10-15% faded, visible colors, stronger in sheltered areas.
The nose cap retains about 95% of its original silver plating. The stock is
sound and retains most of its original oil finish with some minor scratches
opposite the lock plate and a small ding and light scratches on the buttstock.
The diamond points and checkering are moderately worn down and smooth. The brilliant,
shiny bore attests to a succession of caring owners. The front 3/5 of the case
is dry and flexed and has lost 25-30% of its original finish. The rear 2/5 retains
most of its original finish. The embroidered name is completely intact. A most
spectacular rifle with complete provenance and a wonderful opportunity for someone
to own a ready-made item of history. 4-41807 JR361 Offered without estimate.
568DI. CASED PAIR OF CONVERTED DUELING PISTOLS. No serial number,
cal .68, 8 5/8 octagonal barrels marked Williams & Powell
on lock plates and LIVERPOOL on barrel. Converted to percussion
sometime later than original manufacture. There are four silver bands at the
breech of each barrel and engraved silver bands encircling the butts. According
to family tradition these pistols were used in the Benton-Jackson duel in 1813.
Andrew Jackson and Thomas Hart Benton were among several involved in a fight
at a Nashville tavern during which Thomas Bentons brother Jesse shot Jackson
while Jackson shot at Benton. Thomas Benton also fired at General Jackson. This
pair of pistol which were later converted to percussion descended in Thomas
Hart Bentons family through his third daughter Sarah, who married Richard
Jacob, Ltn Governor of Kentucky, Lela Jacob, their oldest daughter married Daniel
Wooley of Lexington, Kentucky, the Wooleys had a number of children. A
note written in pencil inside of the case reads Andrew Jackson & Thos
Benton fought a dual with these guns. Signed Mrs. Wooley , Hendersonville,
NC, granddaughter to Thomas Benton. Copies of genealogical papers accompany
this set. CONDITION: 40% demasche pattern on barrels, ribs and ramrod pipes,
the later probably applied. 30% blue on trigger guards. The stocks retain about
80% of their varnish with wear from rubbing in the case. The mahogany case with
lift handle in the center of the lid carries a Williams & Powell label in
the lid and contains a combination loading rod, mallet, a ball extractor, a
small later powder flask, cleaning brush, oil bottle, powder dipper and part
of a broken ramrod. The exterior of the case has been repaired and refinished
and has two fresh cracks on the lid. The interior is very dirty. The label is
badly foxed and scratched. The green baize lining is stained and moth eaten.
4-41801 FS325 (15,000-20,000)
568DJ. AMERICAN BRONZE SHERIDANS RIDE BY JAMES EDWARD KELLY
(1855-1933): Exceptional bronze statuette depicting Union General Philip Sheridan
on his famous ride around Winchester (VA) on October 19, 1864. The 19 1/2
tall bronze is signed M. J. Power/bronze founder/NY, copyright ed. 1879.
The wonderful figure shows a jubilant Sheridan with hat in raised hand in the
saddle of a rampant steed on a sloping base with a protruding stone reading
Winchester 20 mi. The level of detail on the bronze is superb and
shows much dynamic action and expression. James Edward Kelly is a listed artist
from New York who is known for portraits, equestrian paintings and bronzes.
He was one of the founders of the Arts Students League and a pupil of Robinson
and Hirschberg. CONDITION: Excellent, having a wonderful dark patina overall
with minor highlights here and there. 4-41116 CW86 (5,000-7,000)
568DK. HISTORIC COLT ARMY REVOLVER ATTRIBUTED TO PVT. JOSEPH N. HAWKINS CO
D CUSTERS 7TH MI CAVALRY: Standard 44 caliber Colt Army revolver serial
#77460 all matched which has been identified as issued to Co D 7th MI volunteer
cavalry through the Springfield Research Service vol 4 1995 edition. In addition,
there is s signed letter from Franklin B Mallory Chief Researcher, Springfield
Research Service attesting that revolver serial #77460 was found in the company
and regimental ledgers for the 7th MI cavalry. These records are stored in the
National archives as record group 94 entry 112 and the specific citation was
found in the order books for companies D-M. Pvt. Hawkins enlisted at Grand Rapids
on Nov 13, 1862 and died of typhoid fever at US Hospital #1 in Frederick, MD
on July 20, 1863 immediately following his service at THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG.
Pvt. Hawkins was with his regiment in the engagements leading up to and through
Gettysburg. On May 29,1863 the 7th MI and 1st VT cavalry engaged Mosby at Catletts
Station, on June 30, he engaged JEB Stuarts cavalry at Hanover and at
THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG, Custers 7th MI cavalry was heavily engaged on
July 3, 1863. On this day General Custer, in his famous charge with the 7th
Michigan Calvary behind him, is where he shouted those famous words Come
On You Wolverines. Hawkins was present with his unit until he contracted
typhoid fever and was admitted to the hospital in July 6, dying 14 days later
from the disease. In addition to this historic association, the Springfield
Research Service documents that Colt Army revolver serial #77460 remained in
service with the MI cavalry brigade when it was sent west in August 1865 on
Gen Patrick Connors Powder River expedition against the Sioux and Cheyenne
Indians. While not inscribed, this historic Colt revolver is solidly documented
to Pvt. Hawkins and Custers 7th MI cavalry through THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG.
The gun is accompanied by the Springfield Research Service documentation, Hawkins
service record, copies of regimental histories, the book Custer and his Wolverines
by Edward G. Longaker and a reproduction Custer cavalry badge. CONDITION: The
revolver shows medium to heavy wear with no original finish remaining. All metal
is a medium gray color with light surface pitting here and there. Walnut grips
are worn with numerous dings on butt. Wedge screw is replaced. Inspectors
initial remain on metal parts and the gun functions mechanically. An important
and historic attributed Colt revolver. 4-41081 (20,000-25,000)
568DL. CASED PAIR OF WURFFLEIN DERINGERS WITH IVORY STOCKS. No serial numbers,
Cal .41, 2 1/4 octagon to round barrels. The smooth ivory stocks have
a couple of minor cracks and are yellowed with age. Externally the barrels have
a beautiful bold gray and brown demasche pattern with gray patina on lock and
hammer. The lock is marked A. Wofferin / PHILa . Cased in a veneer
walnut box with brass corners. The maroon velvet interior is recessed to accept
a bullet mold with the number #100 on it, approximately .36 Cal, a small copper
shell flask, a Dixon oiler and a rosewood cap box. CONDITION: The pistols are
fine with slight wear to the applied brown finish on the barrel. The case has
some external scratching and flaking of varnish. The flask has 70% of the original
varnish. The interior of the case is slightly frayed. 4-41294 (20,000-30,000)
568DM. US MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER: Made by C. Roby, Chelmsford, Mass
and dated 1864. 3 branch cast brass guard and wire wrapped leather grip in steel
scabbard. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade has only minor staining. Hilt is unpolished.
Grip is tight. Scabbard is dirty but near perfect. Messenger Collection. 4-41384
CW151 (400-600)
568DN. US MODEL 1840 NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICERS SWORD: Straight single edged
blade, 32 long marked Ames Mfg Co./Chicopee, Mass dated 1864.
Cast brass hilt with double clamshell counterguard, brass mounted leather scabbard.
CONDITION: Near mint. Blade retains its armory bright finish. Brass is a mellowed
patina. Scabbard about perfect. Messenger Collection. 4-41427 CW153 (400-600)
568DO. BRITISH PATTRERN 1751 INFANTRY HANGER: Single edged, curved blade, 24.5
long with broad arrow stamp, heart shaped counterguard stamped I/6
with 2 branch knuckle bow, cast brass grip and pommel. No scabbard. CONDITION:
Blade has edge nicks and is cleaned bright. Guard is dented and bent. Messenger
Collection. 4-41413 CW155 (400-600)
568DP. ENGLISH SABER WITH GERMAN BLADE: 24 7/8 single fuller blade has
a running fox stamp on the left and a crown over S on the right.
A partial stamp of a running fox is also on the right. The brass hand guard
with 3 branches is engraved {M} HEREFORD 9 on front. The thin copper
quillion is a replacement. CONDTION: Rust-brown patina on the blade with some
moderate pitting and several nicks in the blade. The grip has been poorly cleaned
leaving sanding marks. The hand guard and pommel have not been cleaned. Messenger
Collection. 4-41408 FS365 (600-1,200)
568DQ. RARE US REVENUE MARINE SERVICE SWORD: Straight double edged blade, 28
long signed WH Horstmann & Sons, Philadelphia with profuse etched
floral engraving and panels with an American eagle, stand of flags, fouled anchor
and standing sailor figure smoking a pipe. Double folding clamshell guard. Cast
brass crossguard with a rectangular panel reading USRM. Acanthus
leaf decorated pommel and wire wrapped sharkskin grip. Brass mounted leather
scabbard with engraved Treasury Department shield and fouled anchor. CONDITION:
Good. Blade is a dark gray with very little pitting. Etching remains strong.
The reverse folding clamshell guard is missing. Grip is dirty. About 30% gilt
remains on hilt. Scabbard is strong with heavy patina. Messenger Collection.
4-41425 CW161 (2,000-3,000)
568DR. US PATTON CAVALRY SABER: Straight double edged blade, 35.5 long
with central fuller stamped S {flaming bomb}A/1914 and US/13378.
Large sheet steel cup guard with hard rubber grips in canvas covered steel mounted
scabbard. CONDITION: Very good. Blade is lightly stained and gray. Some paint
has been lost from grip. Scabbard is scuffed. Messenger Collection. 4-41368
CW145 (400-600)
569. CASED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1 1/2 OLD ISSUE REVOLVER: Ser 2434, caliber
.32, 31/2 octagonal barrel. The walnut case is lined with maroon velvet
and has a cartridge block containing 40 cartridges. CONDITION: 90% blue on frame,
strong traces on barrel and cylinder, 90% varnish on the rosewood grips with
heavy wear on the bottom of the grip. The case has numerous dents and scratches
and the lock is broken.Messenger Collection. 4-41506 FS75 (500-900)
570. CASED HAST PERCUSSION REVOLVER: Ser 27799R, caliber .36, 43/8 octagonal
barrel. The top of the gun is marked PHILLIP HAST. GUN MAKER. COLCHESTER.
The English oak case has a label giving the same information. It contains a
bullet mold, nipple wrench, cleaning rod, flask, oiler and leather bag of Eley
caps. CONDITION: 95% bright blue on the frame and barrel, 60% on the cylinder.
The grips are sharp with 1 diamond missing. The bore is lightly pitted, mechanically
excellent. The case is very good with one repaired crack on the lid, the interior
is very dirty but still solid. The bullet mold and screwdriver have light surface
rust. The Dixon bag flask retains most of the brown varnish but has light surface
rust on the spring. The label has a few small tears and rust spots. Messenger
Collection. 4-41507 FS76 (1,200-2,200)
571. CASED SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER: Ser 25955,
caliber .22, 31/8 octagonal barrel. The case is 20th century. CONDITION:
Nearly new with only a few specks of light surface rust on the barrel and cylinder.
The bore is bright, mechanically excellent. Messenger Collection. 4-41505 FS74
(650-1,150)
572. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER: Ser 137364, caliber .44, 8 octagonal
barrel. C W & P inspector initials on
small parts, unreadable cartouche on left grip. CONDITION: 40% original blue
overall, thinning on the cylinder, mixed with scattered areas of surface rust
and light pitting. The grips have been lightly sanded and revarnished, the bore
and action are fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41457 FS71 (1,000-1,500)
573. COLT OPEN TOP REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL CARDBOARD BOX: Ser 45024, caliber .22,
27/16 round barrel. The red cardboard box has the serial number penciled
on the bottom. The top label in light red printing on a pink paper identifies
this as COLTS / SEVEN SHOT PISTOL. The box contains a brass
cleaning rod and the correct Colt combination cleaning rod/screwdriver and a
bristle brush. CONDITION: The barrel and cylinder retain almost all of the original
nickel plating. The hammer, trigger and bolt have almost all of the original
bright blue. Most of the silver has flaked from the frame. The grips have almost
all of the original varnish. The bore is fine. Mechanically excellent. There
are 3 taped edges inside the lid of the box, and 2 lower seams reinforced on
the bottom. The label is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41500 FS73 (900-1,650)
574. COLT 3RD MODEL DRAGOON REVOLVER WITH SHOULDER STOCK: Ser 16636, .44 caliber,
71/2 part octagonal barrel. All matching except wedge which has no number,
U.S. mark on left side of frame, but no inspector mark visible.
A two-leaf side has been dovetailed into the rear of the barrel, removing part
of the marking; a new front side has also been installed. The stock is unmarked
and appears to have been altered, as there are welding marks and replaced pieces
under the silver plating. All iron surfaces on the revolver have been filed
to remove pitting which is still heavy in spots. CONDITION: Gray patina with
file marks and pitting overall, traces of silver on the trigger guard. The grips
have been sanded and refinished. Most of the silver finish remains on the reproduction
stock. Messenger Collection. 4-41451 FS78 (4,000-8,000)
575. GOLD DAMASCENED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER WITH BRITISH PROOF MARKS
AND RAISED CARVED IVORY GRIPS: Ser 187803/L on frame, barrel, and backstrap,
triggerguard and 0447 on loading lever, and 4440 on cylinder, caliber .36. The
gold decoration and ivory grips are 20th century. CONDITION: retains almost
all of the gold work. The grips are like new, the bore is poor, mechanically
needs adjustment. Messenger Collection. 4-41462, FS72 (3,000-6,000)
576. AMES BOXLOCK NAVY PERCUSSION PISTOL: No serial number, .54 caliber, 6
round barrel. Barrel and lock both dated 1844. CONDITION: All surfaces cleaned
long ago and now toning down to a even gray patina on iron surfaces and light
mustard color on the brass. The stock has been lightly sanded and refinished,
removing the inspector marks. The bore is pitted, the action is fine. Messenger
Collection. 4-41446 FS77 (500-1,000)
577. VERY RARE 17TH CENTURY AMERICAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL: No Serial number, .60
caliber, 12 1/2 octagonal barrel. The lock plate is marked DYCK
/ NIEV AMSTERDAM. The barrel has a raised D inside a starburst
cartouche. The tiger maple stock is a 20th century reconstruction with a newly
made forearm tip, all other metal parts appear to be original. CONDITION: Gray
patina overall, mixed with light surface rust and scattered areas of pitting.
The reproduction stock has been artificially aged to be in keeping with the
metal parts. The rifled bore is evenly pitted. Messenger Collection. 4-41657
FS70 (6,500-12,500)
578. NORTH MODEL 1808 NAVAL FLINTLOCK PISTOL: No serial number, caliber .69,
10 round barrel. Fair reconversion using replica parts. The belt hook,
ramrod and front 5 of the stock are replacements. CONDITION: Metal surfaces
have been cleaned leaving moderate to heavy pitting. The stock is cracked through
the wrist and has a large chip replaced above the lock, small chips elsewhere.
It has been heavily sanded and revarnished. The bore is pitted. Mechanically
functional. Messenger Collection. 4-41449 FS92 (2,000-4,000)
579. NORTH MODEL 1819 FLINTLOCK PISTOL: No serial number, caliber .54, 10
round barrel. Fair reconversion using some old parts. The back of the lock has
been ground down and the date 1825 added. Good LS & JF
cartouches on left side of stock. The ram assembly is a replica. CONDITION:
Gray patina with sanding marks and pitting on iron surfaces. The stock has been
burned under the lock and has some replacement wood and revarnishing. The bore
is poor. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41453 FS95 (750-1,500)
580. HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1806 FLINTLOCK PISTOL: Ser 1434, caliber .54, 10
round barrel. Dated 1807 at rear of lock plate. Inspector mark V / LS
faint on left flat stock. The lock is a partial reconversion using some old
and some new parts. The ramrod and barrel wedge are replacements. CONDITION:
Metal parts have been lightly cleaned and have a smooth blue/gray patina. The
stock is very good. Bore is fair, mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41444
FS96 (3,000-5,000)
581. NORTH MODEL 1826 NAVY PISTOL: No serial number, caliber .57, 81/2
round barrel. This is a good reconversion using replica parts. The belt hook
is also a replacement. Dated 1827 at the rear of the lock plate. CONDITION:
All metal surfaces have been cleaned, leaving light to moderate pitting. The
stock has been lightly sanded and refinished with two small cracks remaining.
The bore is poor. Mechanically good. MessengerCollection. 4-41448 FS91 (1,500-3,000)
582. SAVAGE NAVY REVOLVER: Ser 864 on the front of the right grip frame, 288
on the rear of the right grip frame. Caliber .36, 71/8 octagonal barrel.
Standard 3 line marking on top of frame. CONDITION: Gray patina mixed with light
surface rust and file marks. The grips are badly scratched and dented, the right
one has had 2 cracks repaired. The bore is dark. Mechanically good. Messenger
Collection. 4-41481 FS86 (600-1,200)
583. STARR SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER: Ser 27574 all matching, .44 caliber,
8 round barrel. Faint traces of inspector cartouche on right side of grip.
CONDITION: Evenly coated with rust mixed with grease, some areas nave very heavy
pitting. The grips have been sanded and revarnished and show heavy wear to the
new finish at high points. The bore and action are poor. Messenger Collection.
4-41471 FS85 (400-800)
584. PAIR OF COLT MODEL 1860 REVOLVERS WITH SHOULDER STOCK: Ser 15221 &15222
, all matching except wedges, the stock is numbered 15221 / 15222, all numbers
have a dot underneath, caliber .44, 8 round barrel. The grips on both
pistols have been replaced with reproductions carrying a spurious inspector
mark on the left side. The butt stock has original inspector cartouches on both
sides. Inspector initials R on butt plate and yoke. Inspector initials
R, A and E appear on small parts on the
guns. The cylinders appears to have been rerolled. CONDITION: Silver gray patina
on most iron parts, with some traces of silver, about half of the silver remains
on the trigger guard. The butt screw is stripped out. 40% silver on the yoke,
80% on butt plate, the bores are fair, mechanically need work. The stock has
normal nicks and dents. Messenger Collection. 4-41461 FS69 (7,500-12,000)
585. CONVERTED WATERS MODEL 1836 PISTOL: No serial number, caliber .54, 81/2
round barrel. Belgium conversion with nipple on top of barrel. Lock plate dated
1884. Sharp NB and W.A.T cartouches on left side of
stock. The ramrod assembly IS A reproduction. CONDITION: Brown patina overall
with very heavy pitting on the rear half of the barrel. The stock is excellent
with sharp cartouches but appears to have a light varnish coating. The bore
is poor. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41455 FS94 (400-800)
586. FRENCH FLINT LOCK PISTOL: No serial number, .69 caliber, 77/8 round
barrel. Maubeuge Arsenal markings on the lock, 1809 date on the barrel. Stock
cartouches are unreadable. CONDITION: Completely cleaned in the past. Surfaces
are beginning to tone. Repaired crack with replaced wood behind the cock. The
bore is pitted, mechanically excellent. Messenger Collection. 4-41445 FS87 (600-1,200)
587. FRENCH MODEL 1777 FLINTLOCK PISTOL: No serial number, caliber .73, 73/8
round barrel. The metal parts have been polished removing most of the markings.
The ramrod is a replacement. The belt hook is missing. CONDITION: Light to moderate
pitting overall. The stock has been repaired and has fresh cracks and chips.
The bore is poor. Mechanically fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41450 FS89 (600-1,200)
588. EUROPEAN FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL: No serial number, .71 caliber, 9
round barrel. Appears to be a French Model 1763 pistol but the marking on the
lock plate MATATVI is not a standard marking. The ramrod is a replacement.
CONDITION: Heavy crusty rust on barrel and lock plate. Moderate rust on other
metal surfaces. The stock has been broken in two and has numerous repairs and
wood replacement. The replacement hammer does not fit well and would not function.
Messenger Collection. 4-41452 FS90 (400-800)
589. TOWER FLINTLOCK PISTOL: No serial number, 87/8 round barrel, caliber
.66. Dated 1800 on the stock. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light to moderate
pitting on all iron surfaces. The brass has been polished and has toned to a
light yellow color. The stock has numerous dents, cracks and repairs including
a brass band around the middle of the forearm. Several large chips are missing
in that area. The bore is poor. The top jaw screw and main spring are poor replacements
but the lock functions ok. The safety slot in the lock plate has been filled.
Messenger Collection. 4-41447 FS88 (400-700)
590. NORTH MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK PISTOL: No serial number, caliber .54, 9
round barrel. Standard marking on lock plate. Inspector marks at the rear of
the barrel. Appears to be original flintlock, but internal lock parts do not
have inspector marks. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall. The stock has been
lightly sanded and refinished. The bore is poor and mechanically fine. Messenger
Collection. 4-41454 FS93 (1,000-2,000)
591. LATE 19TH CENTURY CASED AMERICAN NAVAL OFFICERS CHAPEAU: Made by
Wm. H. Horstmann Co., Phila. Black beaver skin bi-corn hat w/gold braid, silk
cockade and gilt bouillon tassels. Crown is lined in black silk. The chapeau
is accompanied by a black Japanned tin case. Probably Spanish American War period.
CONDITION: Hat is excellent. Case has lost approx 50% of its finish. Messenger
Collection. 4-41668 CW38 (200-400)
592. EXCEPTIONAL PAINTED AMERICAN MILITARY INFANTRY REGIMENTAL EAGLE DRUM:
Civil War period. Complete w/interior label reading Manufactured by A.
Rogers, Flushing, L.I. w/date 1863 written in lower right corner. Standard
regulation snare drum w/maple body and painted panel having an eagle with outstretched
wings surmounted by a sunburst, clouds and stars, American shield on breast
and bright red ribband reading Regt U.S. Infantry on bright
blue background. Orange-red rims, leather tension tabs and lambskin heads. Maple
body has brass tack decoration surrounding vent hole. Accompanied by a photocopy
of a receipt from N. Flayderman & Co. dated April 1, 1965. CONDITION: One
of the finest painted U.S. Infantry drums I have ever seen. Body of drum is
in exceptional condition showing little or no wear. Eagle painting displays
bright colors w/near perfect surface just showing a couple of scratches here
and there. Rims are near mint. Heads, ropes, tension straps and snare are probably
replacements. A wonderful piece of Civil War Military art from Americas
most famous dealer. Messenger Collection. 4-41666 CW1 (7,500-10,000)
593. AMERICAN MEXICAN WAR PERIOD OFFICERS SADDLE VALISE: Tubular leather valise
w/embossed leather flap having sunburst and triangle decorations. Each end has
brass tacks and a die stamped eagle on each butt cap. Interior is lined in white
cotton duck. Size: 16 long. CONDITION: Good. All buckles, straps and closures
are present. Leather is dry and the eagles on each end are damaged. A very rare
and early military officers accessory. Messenger Collection. 4-41690 CW 28 (500-800)
594. RARE IDENTIFIED NEW HAMPSHIRE TIN MILITIA CANTEEN: Small tin canteen.
Size: 4.5 in diameter and 2 wide. Painted black w/ the initials
L. I. in an oval cartouche w/ original blue worsted wool shoulder
strap. The front face of the canteen is convex and the back is flat w/ original
spout and cork. Inscribed on the back is Newell Blake/Kensington/N.H.
Presumably this canteen was carried by Blake of the NH or Kensington Light Infantry.
CONDITION: Excellent. Minor flaking to paint on body of canteen. Strap and inscription
are very strong. Messenger Collection. 4-41659 CW 9 (300-600)
595. AMERICAN CHEESEBOX STYLE CANTEEN: Soft wood canteen. Size: 6.75
in diameter and 3 wide. CONDTION: Fair. Entire body has been overpainted
and US reapplied. Messenger Collection. 4-41658 CW8 (100-300)
596. PAIR OF AMERICAN SADDLE HOLSTERS: These plain pommel holsters were likely
used for martial single shot pistols. They are plain brown leather, each w/6
leather cartridge tubes mounted near the top of each holster. CONDITION: Fair.
These are in hard used condition. 2 cartridge tubes are missing. Leather is
split, cracked and scuffed. Messenger Collection. 4-41664 CW24 (200-300)
597. AMERICAN MILITARY SNARE DRUM: Civil War period or slightly after w/lacquered
maple body, painted rims and tack decoration around the vent hole. Drum measures
17 in diameter and 13 tall. There is a pencil inscription visible
through the vent hole that appears to be a repair note. CONDITION: Good. Entire
body and rims have been heavily varnished. Original rope tension holes in rims
have been plugged. Metal clips added w/ replaced ropes and leathers. Messenger
Collection. 4-41672 CW5 (300-500)
598. AMERICAN MILITARY SNARE DRUM: Civil War period snare drum w/plain maple
body, unpainted rims and original label reading Made by A.W. White, Manufacturer
and dealer in all kinds of musical instruments, No. 86 Tremont Street, Boston,
Mass. CONDITION: Very good. Body and rims have been cleaned. Heads, ropes and
leathers probably replaced. Bottom head is split. An attractive maple drum.
Messenger Collection. 4-41673 CW6 (400-700)
599. AMERICAN MILITARY SNARE DRUM MANUFACTURED IN MAINE: Civil War period snare
drum w/plain maple body, unpainted rims and original label reading Increase
Blake, Drum Manufacturer, Farmington Falls, Maine CONDITION: Excellent
untouched condition w/crusty old varnish having never been cleaned or refinished.
Ropes and leathers are an early replacement. Label is bright and sharp. One
1 hole in top head. An exceptional and rare Maine manufactured Civil War
period drum in untouched attic condition. Messenger Collection. 4-41674 CW7
(1,000-1,500)
600. US CIVIL WAR 58 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOX: Standard Model 1855 cartridge box
missing one of its tin insert and w/reproduction cartridge box plate. CONDITION:
Good. Leather is flexible. Some stitching has separated. Box plate is a cast
brass reproduction. Messenger Collection. 4-41661 CW30 (300-400)
601. US CIVIL WAR 58 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOX AND PLATE: Standard Model 1855 .58
caliber cartridge box. Made by H.O. Haedrich/Philada and so marked on the secondary
flap. Complete w/tin inserts. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is flexible. Shows
medium use. Complete with oval US brass cartridge box plate. Messenger Collection.
4-41661 CW32 (400-600)
602. SCARCE US CIVIL WAR 58 CALIBER AMBLER CARTRIDGE BOX ALTERATION: Constructed
like a standard M1863 cartridge box w/embossed US except it has a leather loop
and brass hook device mounted to the top of the front flap. Secondary flap is
maker marked Metzger/Phila w/ordinance subinspector mark. Complete
w/tin inserts. CONDITION: Unissued w/light scuffing and storage marks. Messenger
Collection. 4-41661 CW31 (500-1,000)
603. AMERICAN MILITIA KNAPSACK c 1860-1870: Box frame knapsack w/tarred leather
outer flap and tarred canvas sides and back. 71 painted in large
white letters on front. Numerous names inscribed inside. CONDITION: Fair. Half
of the straps are broken or missing. Edges are scuffed and flexed. Messenger
Collection. 4-41667 CW40 (100-200)
604. PAIR OF AMERICAN SADDLE HOLSTERS: Heavy black leather holsters for percussion
single shot pistols mounted on brown leather pads. CONDITION: Good. Outer flaps
are missing. All leather is sound and strong. Messenger Collection. 4-41662
CW39 (100-300)
605. AMERICAN MILITIA KNAPSACK c 1860-1870: Box frame knapsack w/tarred leather
outer flap and tarred canvas sides and back. 25 painted in large
white letters on front. CONDITION: Good. Approx 25% of straps are broken or
missing. Messenger Collection. 4-41667 CW41 (100-200)
606. AMERICAN MILITARY PEACE FLASK: later type w/a small oval star
and sunburst pattern marked Batty, dated 1848. CONDITION: Good, spout has been
altered old leather strap attached. No major dents or splits. Messenger Collection.
4-41685-4 CW2 (200-400)
607. AMERICAN MILITARY PEACE FLASK: earlier type w/a circular star
pattern and sunburst marked Ames dated 1838. CONDITION: Very good. Untouched,
uncleaned condition with a few minor dents. Messenger Collection. 4-41685-5
CW2A (300-500)
608. AMERICAN MILITARY PEACE FLASK: later type w/a small oval star
and sunburst pattern marked Batty, dated 1848. CONDITION: Good, spout is loose
and bent spring is missing. No major dents or splits. Messenger Collection.
4-41685-3 CW2B (200-400)
609. RARE U.S. PUBLIC PROPERTY FLASK: Finished copper body embossed
w/2 horns and Public Property on one face. 4 carrying rings and
unmarked brass collar and spout. CONDITION: Very good, flask body retains 70%
of original finish but has numerous very minor dents particularly along the
bottom edge. Messenger Collection. 4-41684 CW3 (500-800)
610. REPRODUCTION AMERICAN MILITARY PEACE FLASK: CONDITION: Very
good. Messenger Collection. 4-41685-2 CW2C (25-50)
611. AMERICAN MILITARY PEACE FLASK: This is an unmarked earlier
type w/a circular star pattern and sunburst. CONDITION: Good, body is dented,
spout has been resoldered. Messenger Collection. 4-41685-1 CW2D (200-400)
612. AMERICAN CHEESEBOX STYLE CANTEEN: Soft wood canteen w/pewter spout and
2 pewter strap guides fastened w/iron nails. Unpainted wood. Size: 7.75
in diameter and 3 wide. CONDITION: Very good. Stopper is missing. Canteen
has been cleaned. Messenger Collection. 4-41658-1 CW12 (300-500)
613. STATE OF NEW YORK MILITIA WOODEN CANTEEN: Tin bands and strap guides in
old rust colored paint over its original surface. The letters S.N.Y.
are visible in white underneath the old over-painted finish. Replacement stopper.
Back face is stamped E.Arents. CONDITION: Good. Old red overpainting may have
been done because many of these were sold to other states as surplus. Front
face shows an old crack. Messenger Collection. 4-41658-13 CW11 (500-800)
614. AMERICAN CHEESEBOX STYLE CANTEEN: In original black finish with leather
shoulder strap guides. Size: 7.25 in diameter and 2.5 wide. CONDITION:
Good. Untouched condition w/90% of original paint. 1 strap guide is missing
and wood is cracked on 1 face. Messenger Collection. 4-41658-3 CW10 (400-600)
615. EXTREMELY RARE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR DRAGOON CARTRIDGE BOX: Large
black leather curved belly box on partial belt w/single flap having a small
strap and buckle closure attached to a drilled wooden cartridge block w/small
iron nails. Size: 13wide x 4.5: tall x 3.4 deep. Box is mounted
to approx 13 of its remaining belt w/the remains of a sewn on bayonet
scabbard. CONDITION: In somewhat relic condition. The leather is in remarkably
good shape, although he front flap has become detached from the cartridge block.
Will display nicely. Messenger Collection. 4-41663 CW29 (1,500-2,000)
616. CIVIL WAR PERIOD MILITARY WAIST BELT: Civil War plain black leather waist
belt of very small size cut to a narrow width and having its oval brass US belt
plate attached. CONDITION: Fair. Belt is heavily worn and trimmed. Belt plate
is very good. Messenger Collection. 4-41691-3 CW4 (200-300)
617. INDIAN WAR PERIOD MILITARY WAIST BELT: Indian War period Hagner belt marked
Watervliet w/very nice identified inscription which reads John
Foley/Co. F. 6th Pa and the initials BPT. CONDITION: Very
good. Leather is flexible w/light cracking. 4-41691-5 CW4A (100-300)
618. CIVIL WAR PERIOD MILITARY WAIST BELT: Civil War plain black leather waist
belt with oval US belt plate. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is flexible with
trace of inspector markings. One edge of belt plate is bent. Messenger Collection.
4-41691-4 CW4B (200-400)
619. INDIAN WAR PERIOD MILITARY WAIST BELT: Indian War period Hagner waist
belt and plate. CONDITION: Good. Belt is heavily worn w/many adjustment holes.
Plate is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41691-1 CW4C (200-300)
620. CIVIL WAR PERIOD MILITARY WAIST BELT: Civil War plain black leather waist
belt with original brass keeper device and US belt plate. CONDITION: Very good.
Leather is lightly scuffed and flaked, soft and pliable. Belt plate is excellent.
Messenger Collection. 4-41691-2 CW4D (200-400)
621. US MODEL 1833 SHORT ARTILLERY SWORD, SCABBARD AND WHITE BUFF WAIST BELT:
Roman type short sword w/19.25 blade having 3 fullers marked United
States/1839/WS and N.P. Ames/Springfield surmounted by an
eagle. Cast brass hilt w/fishscale grip. Brass mounted leather scabbard mounted
in white buff leather waist belt and frog marked Dingee w/two piece
tongue and wreath US belt plate. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade is gray and unpolished,
hilt is uncleaned, scabbard is fine and rare Dingee-marked waist belt is exceptional.
A very nice pre-Mexican War artillery rig. Messenger Collection. 4-41354 CW35
(2,000-2,500)
622. REMINGTON CONVERSION OF A MODEL 1816 MUSKET: No serial number, caliber
.69, 42 round barrel. Maynard primer installed by Remington in 1857. A
sight graduated to 800 yards has been installed at the rear of the barrel. CONDITION:
Gray patina overall with light to moderate pitting. The stock is cracked through
the lock plate and is missing chips on the forearm. Two large areas of plastic
wood have been installed in the butt plate, the stock has been sanded and reoiled.
The bore is poor, mechanically needs adjustment. Messenger Collection. 4-41574
FS132 (550-1,100)
623. SPRINGFIELD FIRST ALLIN CONVERSION RIFLE: No serial number, caliber .58,
36 Þ round barrel. CONDITION: Gray patina on barrel mixed with spots of
light pitting. 20% of the black finish remains on the breech action. 40% faded
casehardening on the lock. The stock is missing a large chip at the tang otherwise
very good with visible inspector cartouches on the left side of the stock. The
bore is good. The firing pin screw is broken and the firing pin is loose. Messenger
Collection. 4-41575 FS133 (1,250-1,750)
624. HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE: No serial number, caliber .58, 33
round barrel. Dated 1860 on lock and barrel. Completely cleaned to bare metal.
Stock has been repaired, sanded and refinished. CONDITION: Very good as restored.
There are cracks at the lock and tang. The bore is poor. The action is good.
Messenger Collection. 4-41550 FS134 (2,500-5,000)
625. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAP DOOR RIFLE. Ser number is illegible, caliber
.45/70, 32 5/8 round barrel. Completely refinished. Has 1889 sight. Short
wrist stock. CONDITION: Retains most of the reblue over pitting on the metal
parts. The stock has been heavily sanded and refinished. The bore is poor and
mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41578 FS135 (300-600)
626. MERRILL BREECH LOADING RIFLE. Ser 7144, caliber .54, 30 round barrel.
Standard markings on lock plate and operating lever. Bayonet lug on side of
barrel. The ramrod has been replaced. CONDITION: The barrel has been polished
and has spots of light surface corrosion. The action is heavily pitted. The
stock is solid and has been lightly cleaned but not refinished. The bore is
pitted. The action is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41547 FS136 (1,750-3,500)
627. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 TRAP DOOR RIFLE. Ser 376390, caliber .45/70, 32
5/8 round barrel. SWP inspector cartouche dated 1887 on left
side of stock. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina on the barrel and lock plate. Traces
of casehardening on the breech block. Stock has normal dents and chips. The
bore is excellent, mechanically fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41576 FS137 (600-1,000)
628. MERRILL CONVERSION OF A HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1842 MUSKET. No serial number,
caliber .69, 39 Þ round barrel. Rear barrel sight graduated to 800 yards.
Three line Merrill marking on operating lever. Lock dated 1855. CONDITION: Metal
surfaces have been cleaned with acid leaving heavy pitting on the lock and trigger
guard. The stock has normal dents and gouges but is still solid. The bore is
good and action is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41544 FS138 (1,500-3,000)
629. SPRINGFIELD SECOND ALLIN CONVERSION RIFLE WITH MOVIE MARKS. No serial
number, caliber .50/70, 37 round barrel. CRS 117 / MGM markings
on top of barrel, indicating use in movies by MGM. CONDITION: Smooth brown patina
overall. With light to moderate pitting inside the action. The stock shows normal
dents and scratches. The bore is fine. Mechanically excellent. Messenger Collection.
4-41579 FS139 (650-1,350)
630. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 42
round barrel. Dated 1853 on the lock plate, 1847 on the barrel tang. CONDITION:
All metal surfaces have been cleaned. The stock has been sanded and refinished.
The bore is dark and mechanically functional. Messenger Collection. 4-41571
FS140 (600-1,200)
631. HARPERS FERRY MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .54, 33
round barrel. Spare nipple inside the patchbox. Lock is dated 1851, the barrel
is dated 1854. The ramrod has been replaced. CONDITION: The lock and hammer
retain most of poor refinish over pitting. The barrel is lightly pitted at the
breech and has a varnish coating. The stock has been sanded and reoiled. The
bore is fair. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41549 FS141 (900-1,800)
632. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1869 TRAP DOOR RIFLE. Ser 29788, caliber .50/70, 32
5/8 round barrel. CONDITION: Barrel and bands have been cleaned, balance
of metal gray/blue patina. The stock has minor cracks at the wrist and numerous
dents elsewhere. It has been cleaned but not refinished. The bore is poor. The
action is good. Messenger Collection. 4-41580 FS142 (500-900)
633. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1888 TRAP DOOR RIFLE. Ser 337131, caliber. 45/70, 32
5/8 round barrel. Ram rod bayonet. SWP cartouche on left side
of stock is dated 1891, an issue number 101 is also stamped on the left side
of the butt. CONDITION: 50% blue mixed with light surface rust and pitting.
The casehardening on the breech block has mostly faded to silver. The stock
has been heavily sanded at the wrist, lightly sanded elsewhere. The bore is
good. The action is tight. Messenger Collection. 4-41572 FS143 (500-800)
634. COLT SPECIAL MODEL 1861 RIFLE MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .58, 40
round barrel. Barrel and lock both dated 1863. All surfaces have been lightly
cleaned, leaving scattered areas of very light pitting. The rear sight has been
reglued. The stock has been lightly sanded and reoiled. No inspector marks remain.
The bore is good. The action is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41581 FS144 (1,500-3,000)
635. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1879 TRAP DOOR RIFLE. Ser 243871, caliber .45/70, 32
5/8 round barrel. SWP cartouche on left side of stock dated
1883. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina overall with light to moderate pitting. The
stock has been lightly sanded and refinished and has small chips missing. The
bore is bright and action is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41596 FS145 (500-800)
636. CONVERTED WICKHAM MODEL 1821 MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 42
round barrel. Hewes & Philips conversion dated 1861 on the tang. Wickham
lock plate dated 1827. CONDITION: Gray patina with freckles of light surface
rust overall. The stock has been lightly sanded and refinished. Four large grooves
and been cut in the right side of the butt. The bore is dark, Mechanically good.
Messenger Collection. 4-41590 FS146 (500-1,000)
637. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1855 RIFLE MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .58, 40
round barrel. Small iron patchbox. Lock plate dated 1860. CONDITION: Gray patina
overall with light to moderate pitting. The rear side has been replaced. The
stock has been repaired and lightly sanded but the inspector cartouche is still
visible. The bore is poor. Mechanically some of the parts of the primer mechanism
is missing. Messenger Collection. 4-41577 FS147 (850-1,600)
638. ROBINSON MODEL 1863 CONTRACT RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .58, 40
round barrel. Barrel and lock are both dated 1864. The stock has two unreadable
cartouches on the left side. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall. The stock
has normal dents and scratches and a break through the wrist has been neatly
repaired. The bore is good. Mechanically good. 4-41595 FS148 (850-1,600)
639. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1855 RIFLE MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .58, 40
round barrel. Brass forearm tip. The ram rod is a replacement. The sling swivels
have been removed and the triggerguard has beenreversed in the trigger plate.
CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with moderate pitting at the breech. The
stock has been repaired, sanded and refinished. The bore is fair. Mechanically
good. Messenger Collection. 4-41634 FS149 (800-1,600)
640. CONVERTED STARR MODEL 1830 MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 42
round barrel. Drum conversion with very large hammer. Lock and barrel tang both
dated 1831. LS cartouche on left side of stock. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina overall. The stock is fine. The bore is very dark. Mechanically fine.
Messenger Collection. 4-41625 FS150 (700-1,450)
641. CONVERTED STARR MODEL 1817 RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .62, 36
round barrel. Ramrod is replaced. Lock and barrel both dated 1841. Side opening
iron patchbox. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall. The stock has faint cartouches
under a varnish coat. The smooth bore is fair. Mechanically good. Messenger
Collection. 4-41553 FS151 (900-1,750)
642. CONVERTED POMEROY MODEL 1830 MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 42
round barrel. Belgian conversion with nipple screwed in to of barrel. JM
& EM cartouches on left side of stock. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina overall. The stock is fine with normal dents and scratches. The bore
is dark. Mechanically fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41626 FS152 (850-1,600)
643. CONVERTED SURCHARGED US MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .73, 42
round barrel. Large US surcharge at rear of 6 Ú flat lock
plate. Cherry stock with brass butt plate and ramrod thimbles. Iron French type
trigger guard with sling loop removed. Crude side lug conversion with very large
hand forged hammer. The barrel has probably been shortened. CONDITION: Brown
patina mixed with light to moderate pitting overall. The stock is fine. Bore
is poor. Messenger Collection. 4-41620 FS153 (1,250-2,500)
644. NORTH MODEL 1817 RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .54, 36 round
barrel. The lock is dated 1825, the barrel is dated 1824. This is a fair reconversion
using reproduction parts. JN cartouche on left side of stock. CONDITION:
Brown patina mixed with moderate to heavy pitting. The stock is cracked through
the lock plate and has several previously repaired places. The bore is poor
and the action is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41555 FS154 (800-1,600)
645. CONVERTED SURCHARGED US MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .72, 43 Ú
round barrel. Small US surcharges at the rear of the lock plate
and top of the barrel. The drum conversion was done to a Model 1763 Charlesville
musket. The ramrod and front swivel are missing. The barrel has been shortened.
CONDITION: Smooth brown patina overall with light to moderate pitting at the
breech. Several chips are missing around the lock and at the rear of the barrel
tang. The bore is poor, mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41614 FS155
(1,500-3,000)
646. WHITNEY PLYMOUTH RIFLE. Ser 6510, caliber .69, 34 round barrel.
Lock and barrel dated 1863. FCW cartouche on left side of stock.
Same initials at rear of barrel. CONDITION: Bright metal surfaces. Sharp wood
with numerous small dents and gouges. The bore is fine. Mechanically excellent.
There is a large vise mark across the top of the barrel. Messenger Collection.
4-41605 FS156 (2,000-4,000)
647. JENKS BREECH LOADING RIFLE. Ser 11/45, caliber .54, 35 round barrel.
Dated 1843 at the rear of the barrel. US and Navy marks on top of barrel N.P.
AMES markings on the lock. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with heavy
pitting at the action. The ear of the loading lever has been replaced, as has
the nipple. The stock has been broken in two at the wrist and repaired using
new wood and filler. The bore is good. Mechanically functional. Messenger Collection.
4-41560 FS157 (1,500-2,500)
648. REMINGTON ZOUAVE RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .58, 33 round
barrel. Dated 1863 on lock and barrel. Missing the butt plate screw. CONDITION:
95% blue on barrel mixed with light surface rust and dried grease. Good casehardening
colors on the lock plate. The stock has two sharp cartouches on the left side
and initials EB carved into the right side. The bore is fine. Mechanically
excellent. Messenger Collection. 4-41594 FS158 (2,000-3,500)
649. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 SADDLE RING CARBINE. Ser 1172, caliber .45/70,
22 round barrel. Overstamped cartouche on left side of stock. High arch
breech block, sliding trapdoor in butt plate with 3 piece ramrod. The front
sight has been ground flush with the base. CONDITION: 80% blue on barrel, 60%
on lock plate and triggerguard. Faded casehardening colors on the action, turning
dark on top of the breech block. The stock has two cracks, one of which has
been repaired. The barrel band is a replacement. The bore is evenly pitted.
Mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41556 FS159 (750-1,500)
650. REMINGTON/SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1870 ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE. No serial number,
caliber .50/70, 32 Þ round barrel. Naval anchor on top of barrel ESA
cartouche on left side of stock H.B.R proof on left side of barrel.
CONDITION: The barrel and bands have been polished leaving a bright surface
with light pitting. The action has a brown patina with light to moderate pitting.
The butt plate is pitted with moderate surface rust. The ramrod is a replacement.
The bore is good. Mechanically fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41541 FS160 (500-800)
651. REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .50/70, 35
round barrel. No inspector marks. Standard Remington two line marking on upper
tang. CONDITION: Fine overall with 40% blue on barrel, strong casehardening
colors on left side of receiver and triggerguard, balance silvered out and mixed
with light surface rust and pitting. The wood is fine with minor dents and scratches.
The bore is excellent. Mechanically tight. Messenger Collection. 4-41589 FS161
(650-1,300)
652. T. FRENCH MODEL 1808 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69,
44 round barrel. M / 1814 on top of barrel with contract proof
marks. CANTON in a arch over T. FRENCH on the lock in
front of the cock. CONDITION: All metal has been polished with moderate pitting
around the breech. The cock has been repaired and has a new top jaw and screw.
The ramrod is a replacement. The stock has been sanded and reoiled. The bore
is poor. The lock is good. Messenger Collection. 4-41613 FS162 (1,250-2,500)
653. HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69,
42 round barrel. Dated 1820 on the rear of the lock plate, 1821 on the
barrel. Fair reconversion from a Begiam conversion. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy
pitting on the barrel and lock. The stock has large C.M.M. stamp
on left side and bottom. The first letter is unclear. The bore is poor. The
ramrod is a replacement. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41587 FS163
(1,000-2,000)
654. SURCHARGED FRENCH MODEL 1763 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber.69,
45 round barrel. Replaced ramrod. Large US stamps at rear
of lock plate and barrel. St. Etienne marks on lock. The hammer is a replacement.
CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with moderate to heavy pitting at the rear
of the barrel and on the hammer. The stock is very good with numerous dents
and scratches. The bore is poor. The lock needs work. Messenger Collection.
4-41640 FS164 (2,500-4,000)
655. BARTLETT MODEL 1808 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 44
Þ round barrel. The ramrod is a replacement. Dated 1813 on lock and barrel.
Maryland inspector marks and US proof marks on top of barrel. MARYLAND
stamped in large letters on left side of stock. CONDITION: Brown patina overall
with heavy crusty rust on rear of barrel, butt plate and trigger guard. The
wood is very good with normal dents and scratches, a small chip missing at the
rear of the lock and the initials N.R carved on the left flat. The
bore is poor. Messenger Collection. 4-41602 FS165 (1,500-2,500)
656. VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber
.69, 42 barrel. The ramrod is an incorrect replacement, missing the sling
swivels. The number 44 has been stamped on most metal parts. The lock is dated
1818. It is a poor reconversion and has been fitted to this stock which appears
to be European. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with moderate to heavy
pitting. The stock has been sanded. The bore is poor. Mechanically needs adjustment.
4-41636 FS166 (800-1,500)
657. NOCK FLINTLOCK BROWN BESS STYLE MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .77,
42 Ú round barrel. The ram rod and front swivels are replacements. Poor
reconversion using oversize hammer. Marked Nock on lock plate. London
proof marks and HN private proof on top of barrel. The thumb plate
has a lion over No 3 marking. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina on iron
pieces. Brass furniture retains half of its varnish, the trigger guard is cracked
at the tang screw. The stock retains much of the original varnish. The bore
is good. The lock is functional.Messenger Collection. 4-41623 FS167 (2,000-3,500)
658. FRENCH MUEBEUGE MODEL 1763 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber
.72, 44 Þ round barrel. Muebeuge/Manuf. Rle. markings on lock.
CONDITION: Gray patina with moderate to heavy pitting on rear of barrel and
lock plate. Smooth gray elsewhere. The stock has been stamped with a spurious
U STATES marking behind the trigger guard and has a large A
carved on the right side. A large piece of wood behind the lock has been replaced.
The bore is poor. Mechanically needs work. Messenger Collection. 4-41603 FS168
(1,000-2,000)
659. BUELL MODEL 1808 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 42
round barrel. Poor reconversion. CONDITION: Very heavy pitting at the rear of
the barrel and on the hammer and frizzen. The stock has been lightly sanded
and reoiled. Missing the sling swivels. The bore is poor. Mechanically good.
Messenger Collection. 4-41618 FS169 (600-1,000)
660. UNUSUAL WICKHAM MODEL 1808 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber
.69, 42 round barrel. Possibly a pattern musket. Wickham was working at
the Frankfort arsenal in Philadelphia in this period and possibly made this
as a pattern for the improved Model 1812. The cheek piece has been scooped out
on the left side of the star. Marked MTW / PHIa on the lock. CONDITION:
Gray/brown patina mixed with light to moderate pitting overall. The stock has
been repaired and sanded at the tang. The front band is a replacement, probably
from a Model 1816 as it has a browned surface. The bore is poor. Mechanically
good. Messenger Collection. 4-41583 FS170 (2,500-5,000)
661. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1820 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69,
42 round barrel. Missing the ramrod. Poor reconversion. CONDITION: Gray
patina with light pitting overall. The stock has been broken and repaired using
new wood. The cartouches on the left side of the stock are visible but not readable.
A chip is missing at the toe and the forearm has been trimmed. The bore is poor.
Mechanically ok. Messenger Collection. 4-41624 FS171 (1,000-1,500)
662. JENKS MODEL 1808 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 42
round barrel. The barrel has been reconverted and the Jenks lock, which is original
flintlock, has been added. Some of the internal parts have been replaced on
the lock. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy pitting at the rear of the barrel and
on the lock, smooth gray patina elsewhere. The stock is broken through the side
plate and has repairs elsewhere. The bore is poor. Mechanically good. Messenger
Collection. 4-41637 FS172 (800-1,500)
663. ASSEMBLED FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .73, 40 octagon
to round barrel. The parts appear to be mostly French including the St. Etienne
Model 1743 lock plate. L*M barrel and 1763 triggerguard. The cherry
stock is possible American. The lock plate does not fit the stock well. Fair
reconversion using some old parts. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with moderate
pitting at the breech of the barrel, very heavy pitting on the cock and crusty
on the butt plate. The stock has some repairs including wood fill and has been
sanded and refinished. The bore is poor. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection.
4-41573 FS173 (1,500-2,500)
664. ASSEMBLED FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .72, 44 Þ
round barrel. Rear of barrel has been heavily filed during reconversion and
only part of the marking
ETER remains. The long narrow lock,
possible French, has been reconverted using pistol parts. The brass fittings
are similar in style but lighter in weight than the Brown Bess. The ramrod is
a replacement. CONDITION: Brown patina mixed with heavy pitting and filing at
the rear of the barrel. The wood has some chips around the lock plate and barrel
tang but is generally good. The lock screw estuations are oddly placed with
the front one lapping over the edge of the stock. The bore is poor. Mechanically
needs work.Messenger Collection. 4-41622 FS174 (900-1,750)
665. FRENCH FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69, 40 Ú round
barrel. St. Etienne markings on lock. Numerous French issue marks on both sides
of stock. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with areas of surface rust and pitting.
The stock is sharp but has numerous dents and scratches. The bore is good. The
action is good. Messenger Collection. 4-41548 FS175 (1,000-2,000)
666. SURCHARGED CHARLESVILLE FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .72,
45 round barrel. Large stamp MARYLAND on the left side of
the stock Charlesville on lock with no other markings. CONDITION:
Heavy brown patina mixed with surface rust and pitting. The front loop of the
hammer has been broken out. The stock is very good. The ramrod is a replacement.
The bore is poor. The lock is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41638 FS176 (2,000-3,500)
667. PATTERN FOR MODEL 1814 FLINTLOCK COMMON RIFLE. No serial number, caliber
.58 smooth bore, 33 5/8 barrel. Marked U.S. / MTW on the lock
plate, PATTERN / MTW / P / US on the upper left flat of the barrel.
Reconverted, replaced ramrod. V / MTW cartouche on left side of
stock. Wickham band springs. This gun was described by the owner at that time,
James Mitchell, in the April 1945 issue of The Magazine Antiques. This article
explains that the commissary general of the US directed MT Wickham to prepare
a rifle suitable for use by riflemen and mounted riflemen. 2 of these pattern
rifles were made. One was sent to Virginia in 1814. The destination of the second
is not known. CONDITION: The front 2 of the barrel has been added. A brass
front sight has been dovetailed behind the new piece. The barrel has been rebrowned
with the new section being darker than the old. The lock has been polished.
The triggerguard and butt plate have a dark brown patina. The stock has been
repaired at the tang and is missing a large chip behind the hammer. Mechanically
ok. Messenger Collection. 4-41552 FS178 (5,000-10,000)
668. DERRINGER MODEL 1817 COMMON RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .58 smooth
bore, 35 ß round barrel. Poor reconversion. The patchbox lid is much smaller
than the opening in the stock. All markings have been removed from the barrel.
CONDITION: Gray patina with light to moderate pitting. The stock has been broken
and has numerous repairs and wood fills. The bore is good. Mechanically good.
Messenger Collection. 4-41554 FS179 (800-1,600)
669. DERRINGER MODEL 1814 COMMON RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .58 rifled,
33 part octagonal barrel. Standard US and Deringer markings on lock and
barrel. The front sight is missing, the ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION:
Gray patina overall with moderate to heavy pitting. The stock has been sanded
and refinished over repaired cracks. The front 2 Þ of the stock has been
replaced with a replica band spring added. The bore is poor. The action is ok.
Messenger Collection. 4-41616 FS180 (1,500-3,000)
670. HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1814 RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .54, 33
part octagonal barrel. Ramrod and barrel key have been replaced. The lock and
barrel are poor reconversions. The patchbox catch is a replacement with extra
holes drilled in the lid. CONDITION: Even moderate pitting overall with some
areas of filing. The stock has been broken in two and poorly repaired using
new wood and wood filler. The bore is poor. Mechanically functional. Messenger
Collection. 4-41551 FS181 (1,500-2,500)
671. JOHNSON MODEL 1817 COMMON RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .62 smooth
bore, 36 round barrel. Poor reconversion using a Tower hammer and other
incorrect parts. The ramrod is a replacement. Dated 1824 on the lock and 1825
on the tang. Faint inspector cartouche on the left side of the stock. CONDITION:
Heavy dark patina overall with heavy pitting at the breech. The stock has been
cracked through the rear lock screw and is missing minor chips behind the lock
and along the forearm. The bore is poor. Mechanically functional. Messenger
Collection. 4-41615 FS182 (1,000-2,000)
672. HALL MODEL 1819 BREECH LOADING RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .54, 36
ß round barrel. 1838 date on breech block. CONDITION: Unused specimen
retaining most of the original brown on barrel and frame. Very dark casehardening
colors on breech block and hammer. The bore is fine. Mechanically excellent.
4-41598 FS183 (3,500-5,000)
673. CLUB BUTT FLINTLOCK FOWLING PIECE BY J WRIGHT. No serial number, caliber
.75, 44 round swamped barrel with ribs. Wright is not a listed maker.
Banana lock plate and false rifling. This gun was formally in the collection
of George Neumann and pictured in his book History of Weapons of the American
Revolution. Item M61 pages 94 &95. Accompanying the lot is an appraisal
from Norm Flayderman dated June 30, 1976 completely describing this gun and
giving a value at that time of $1500. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light
pitting on the metal. The stock shows almost no wear and is possibly a replacement,
although the lock cavity shows great age. The rear lock screw is stripped out.
The bore is dark. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41611 FS184 (4,500-6,500)
674. HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1795 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Ser 2756, caliber .72, 44 ß
round barrel. Dated 1803 at rear of lock. Cartouche on left side of stock is
unreadable. The ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Appears to be original flintlock,
although the hammer and frizzen are darker than the other parts. The stock has
numerous dents and scratches and some light cracks at the butt. The bore is
good. Mechanically needs work. Messenger Collection. 4-41588 FS185 (2,000-4,000)
675. TOWER SHORT LAND PATTERN FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .76,
39 round barrel. The ramrod is replaced. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy
pitting on the barrel with deep condemnation mark above the flash hole. The
lock is bright but has light pitting. The brass furniture has been polished
but is toning down nicely. The stock is fine with a minor repair at the rear
barrel pin on the left side. The bore is poor. Action is frozen. Messenger Collection.
4-41628 FS187 (800-1,600)
676. MODEL 1795 CONTRACT MUSKET. Marked / US on the lockplate and on the barrel.
No serial number, caliber .74, 44 7/8 round barrel. CONDITION: Dark brown
patina with light to moderate pitting overall. The stock is broken through the
wrist and crudely repaired. Small chips are missing in front of the lock. The
bore is poor. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41639 FS186 (1,000-2,000)
677. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1835 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .72,
42 round barrel. Poor reconversion using the wrong parts. Lock plate dated
1843. CONDITION: Barrel has been polished with moderate pits remaining. Lock
plate is dark. The stock has remained with a cartouche and the initials C.T.
on the left side. The ramrod is a replacement. The bore is poor. The lock is
fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41631 FS188 (900-1,800)
678. TOWER SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH REGIMENTAL MARKINGS.
No serial number, caliber .79, 42 round barrel. Marked NORWICH REGT
on top of the barrel G / - / 27 on the thumb piece. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina on barrel with moderate pitting at the breech, mellow patina to the brass
furniture. The ramrod is a replacement. The stock is missing large chips at
the rear of the lock plate and along the forearm with repairs and wood fill
elsewhere. The bore is poor. The lock is ok. Messenger Collection. 4-41630 FS189
(2,250-4,500)
679. DUBLIN CASTLE SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH REGIMENTAL
MARKINGS. No serial number, caliber .81, 42 round barrel. Marked XX-REG-
on top of barrel. The company markings on the thumb piece are worn smooth. 53
/ G / 39 is on the tang of the butt plate. Good reconversion using original
parts. A consignors note shows that this came from the Richard Knight
collection auctioned at Bourne, May 9, 1979 where it is identified as Captured
by the Americans in the battle of Saratoga during the Revolution. CONDITION:
Brown patina overall with heavy pitting and vise marks at the rear of the barrel.
The hammer and prism are deeply pitted. The stock has many worm holes and some
areas of chip loss. The front 5 is replaced indicating that the stock
was probably for the first model Brown Bess. The bore is poor. The bayonet lug
has been replaced incorrectly. Messenger Collection. 4-41627 FS190 (2,500-4,500)
680. BENONI HILLS FLINTLOCK FOWLING PIECE. No serial number, 18 gauge, 49 Þ
stepped barrel. The tang of the butt plate is marked MADE BY / BENONI
HILLS / of GOSHON . The second O in GOSHON is in the front brass nail
holding the tang in place and is possibly supposed to be an E {Goshen, CT.}
The front of the lock plate shows evidence of welding and is probably a replacement.
The barrel has a very light marking on the top rib APRIL 23 O1753.
These markings appear to be original to these pieces, although the stock and
lock appear to be a later addition. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina on the barrel
with light to moderate pitting at the breech. The butt plate is worn through
at the top. The lock plate is rusty and the pan does not match the touchhole
in the barrel. The stock has been cracked through the wrist and chips are missing
there and above the lock. The bore is poor. Missing the main spring. Several
repairs have been made to the barrel. Messenger Collection. 4-41621 FS191 (2,500-5,000)
681. PERCUSSION FULL STOCK RIFLE. No serial number, caliber .60 smooth bore,
44 octagonal barrel, has a military proof mark at the rear. Late one screw
Golcher lock. Single trigger. The parts are crudely mounted to a plain wooden
stock. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina on barrel with heavy denting and vise marks
at the breech. Rust around the nipple. The stock shows cracks and chips. The
brass has a mellow patina. The ram rod and forearm tip are replacements. Messenger
Collection. 4-41604 FS192 (250-500)
682. SMALL FLINTLOCK FOWLING PIECE/MUSKET. No serial number, 20 gauge, 39 Ú
ribbed barrel with spurious W+MATHESON marking at the rear. The
frizzen has been refaced. There is a bayonet lug on the bottom of the barrel
and false rifling at the muzzle. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with areas of
moderate pitting. Some filing at the rear of the barrel. The stock has been
sanded and refinished. The butt plate does not fit well. Large slivers are missing
along the forearm. The bore is poor. Mechanically good. Messenger Collection.
4-41582 FS193 (1,000-2,000)
683. DUTCH FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .78, 40 ß round
barrel marked b N 75 at the rear. Heavy brass furniture. The barrel
has been shortened about 2 and the bayonet lug moved back. 6 5/8
lock plate is slightly undersized for the cavity but appears to be original.
CONDITION: Brown patina mixed with light surface rust and pitting overall. The
stock is fine except for a large chip at the rear barrel band. The bore is poor
and mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41629 FS194 (1,250-2,500)
684. UNIDENTIFIED MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No serial number, caliber .69,
42 round barrel. Lock plate and butt plate dated 1820. Only marks on lock
are eagle over US. Barrel is marked eagle head / P /
SJ / A / U.S. Faint inspection cartouche
on left side of stock is not readable. The sling swivels are missing and the
rear mounting post has been replaced with a thin iron bar. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina mixed with light pitting at the breech. The stock has been lightly sanded
and reoiled. The bore is dark and mechanically good. Messenger Collection. 4-41633
FS195 (1,200-2,200)
685. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Ser 121384, all matching except wedge.
.44 caliber, 8 round barrel. Inspector initials on some parts U.S.
stamped on front of trigger guard. Faint cartouche visible on right side of
grips. CONDITION: Gray patina mixed with light to moderate pitting. The grips
have numerous dents and scratches, the bore is poor, and the action is fine.
Messenger Collection. 4-41465 FS80 (550-950)
686. REMINGTON MODEL 1875 REVOLVER. Ser 233, caliber .44/40, 71/2 round
barrel. E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION. N.Y. U. S. A marking on
top of barrel. 44 W stamped on left grip. The front sight has been
modified. CONDITION: 30% blue on trigger guard and traces in protected areas
on the barrel and ejector rod housing, otherwise gray patina with light to moderate
pitting. The grips have numerous dents and gouges. Thebore and action are very
good. Messenger Collection. 4-41456 FS82 (1,000-2,000)
687. ROGERS & SPENCER CIVIL WAR REVOLVER. Ser 2149 on frame, 2264 on cylinder,
2172 on barrel. The ivory grips are replacements. All metal surfaces have been
refinished. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina overall with areas of light to moderate
pitting. The grips are fine. The bore is dark. The action is ok. Messenger Collection.
4-41468 FS84 (600-1,200)
688. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER WITH INSCRIPTION. Ser 86753, all visible
numbers matching, caliber .44, 8 round barrel. Inscription on backstrap
Lieut. Louis Beall CoE 37th Wiscc / VOLS April 1864. Accompanying
the gun are the original muster documents for Lieut. Beall and a written history
showing his service at the late Virginia battlefields including Petersburg and
Appomattox. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall, with moderate pitting, except
of lever which is a replacement. The replacement grips have some chip repairs
at the toe and small chips still remain. Several screws are replaced, parts
of the inscription appear to be cut through the pitting. The bore is poor, the
action is good. Messenger Collection. 4-41482 FS79 (1,000-3,000)
689. COLT NAVY / NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER. Ser 58681, matching where visible.
Caliber .38CF, 71/2 octagonal barrel. The gun has been completely refinished
with heavy filing removing parts of the markings, serial numbers, etc. CONDITION:
Retains most of the reblue over moderate pitting, the grips have been repaired
and refinished. The bore is fine and the action is very good. 4-41464 FS81 (600-1,200)
690. REMINGTON MODEL 1867 NAVY PISTOL. Ser 144, caliber .50, 7 round
barrel. Standard two line Remington marking on the left side of the frame, U.S.
and Navy markings on top of barrel and right side of the frame. CONDITION: Barrel
retains most of an old reblue. The frame shows strong traces of case hardening
colors. The wood has been sanded and revarnished. The bore is bright but has
a ring just behind the front sight on the barrel. Mechanically excellent. Messenger
Collection. 4-41469 FS83 (500-1,000)
691. MEXICAN WAR NEW YORK MILITIA OFFICERS COATEE: Dark blue wool, cutaway
uniform officers jacket trimmed in white w/silver tape decoration and
pair of silver officers dress epaulets. Double breasted, 20 button front. 4
buttons on tall standing collar. Bat wings on tails and cuffs. Silver embroidered
infantry horns on each split tail. Interior is partially lined w/white wool.
Buttons are one piece eagle on globe silver New York State seals. Buttons on
collar and cuffs are two piece silver infantry buttons. 3 buttons are mismatched
replacements. Epaulets are wide silver bouillon w/silk undersides. CONDITION:
This coat had a previous life as there remains the shadow of herringbone decoration
on the breast, sleeves and tail. Possibly remade to fit an updated militia regulation
or rank. Numerous moth holes exist front and back. The coat shows heavy wear.
Messenger Collection. 4-41720 CW15 (1,000-1,500)
692. CIVIL WAR UNION CALVARY SHORT JACKET: Dark blue wool, short uniform jacket
w/11 button front. Collar ,cuffs, back seams and front are decorated w/yellow
worsted tape. 2 buttons on each cuff and 4 buttons on collar. Interior is lined
w/brown coarse woven wool, sleeves are lined w/unbleached linen. Right sleeve
bears a Cincinnati, Ohio Depot stamp and the size #2. Both sleeves and interior
are stamped Capitol Costume Co. 63 Washington Street, Boston, Mass.
CONDITION: Excellent. A couple of seams are beginning to split. The jacket shows
only slight wear from its days in the costume house. Messenger Collection. 4-41721
CW13 (2,300-2,700)
693. EARLY INDIAN WAR PERIOD INFANTRY LIEUTENANTS UNIFORM FROCK COAT: Black
wool, 3/4 length, 9 button frock coat w/second lieutenant shoulder straps w/blue
wool centers now faded to green. Interior lining of black silk w/striped linen
sleeve lining. Complete w/eagle I buttons all replacements and w/various
back marks. CONDITION: Good: Shows very little wear, all buttons have been replaced.
Messenger Collection. 4-41722 CW14 (1,500-2,000)
694. EUROPEAN SIDE KNIFE: Heavy single-edged blade, flat with ricasso and false
edge in flat brass cross guard with brass ferrules and turned walnut gray. Leather
scabbard. CONDITION: Blade has been heavily sharpened and is rough, scabbard
is tattered, remainder is untouched. Messenger Collection. 4-41328 CW99 (200-400)
695. CRUDE FIGHTING KNIFE: Single-edged clipped point scimitar type blade with
large iron S shaped counter guard and crude ferrule on wooden grip.
Riveted tarred leather scabbard. Probably not American. CONDITION: Blade is
dark gray and uncleaned, scabbard is fair. Messenger Collection. 4-41304 CW100
(100-300)
696. LARGE AMERICAN SKINNING KNIFE: Light single-edged blade 12 1/2 long
stamped I.Wilson on the left face with a cryptic mark below mounted
in a stag horn grip with lead riveted leather scabbard. CONDITION: Fair, blade
shows heavy use and is pitted overall, scabbard may be a later edition and is
dry. Messenger Collection. 4-41316 CW98 (50-150)
697. MID 19TH CENTURY BOWIE TYPE SIDE KNIFE: Heavy single-edged clipped point
blade with false edge, 8 1/2 long with iron oval cross guard lap jointed,
iron ferrule stag horn grip with iron flat pommel cap in leather covered wooden
scabbard with iron tip. CONDITION: All metal parts have been cleaned, minor
spotting on blade, scabbard is very good. Messenger Collection. 4-41338 CW101
(400-700)
698. CONFEDERATE BOWIE TYPE BAYONET: Listed as Figure 112 in Albaugh, Confederate
Edged Weapons. Heavy single-edged clipped point blade 12 long in double
cast brass barrel socket with walnut grip and two brass ferrules. A known confederate
product. CONDITION: Blade shows little or no use with areas of light surface
rusting, brass sockets are dark and uncleaned, grip has one scuff. Messenger
Collection. 4-41298 CW94 (2,500-3,000)
699. LARGE CONFEDERATE ARMORY TYPE D GUARD BOWIE KNIFE AND TIN SCABBARD: An
exceptional confederate side knife having a heavy single-edged clipped point
blade measuring 13 overall with a crude iron d shaped guard
and coffin style walnut grip. Scabbard is fashioned of lap jointed and soldered
tin with applied folded tin belt loop. CONDITION: Very good, blade has been
sharpened with several edge nicks, but remains dark and uncleaned. Walnut grip
is cracked on left side, but has been glued a long time ago. Scabbard is exceptionally
nice. Messenger Collection. 4-41318 CW102 (4,000-6,000)
700. LATE 19TH CENTURY COMMERCIAL AMERICAN BOWIE KNIFE: Heavy single-edged
clipped point blade unmarked with brass blade back overlay. Left face of blade
stamped UNIVERSAL in rectangular cartouche. S shaped
iron cross guard with plain quillons, brass ferrule and walnut grip. CONDITION:
Blade is dark and uncleaned with light surface rust, grip shows very little
use, no scabbard. Messenger Collection. 4-41301 CW93 (500-700)
701. CONFEDERATE D GUARD TYPE FIGHTING KNIFE: Heavy clipped point single-edged
blade 14 long in hand forged iron D guard with secondary knuckle
bow applied and faceted walnut grip. No scabbard. A typical confederate blacksmith
made product. CONDITION: Blade is dark with pitting overall and numerous edge
nicks, hilt is tight, dark and uncleaned. Messenger Collection. 4-41299 CW103
(2,000-3,000)
702. HEAVY HAND MADE CLIPPED POINT KNIFE: Heavy and thick single-edged clipped
point blade 12 long with crude iron cross guard in fruitwood grip. Probably
not American. CONDITION: Heavy pitting on blade which has been cleaned, grip
is cracked and hilt is separated from blade approximately 1/4. No scabbard.
Messenger Collection. 4-41312 CW104 (200-400)
703. U.S.M.C. HUNTING KNIFE SCABBARD: Marine Corps brown leather sewn and riveted
scabbard stamped U.S.M.C./Govt/44. CONDITION: Fair, scabbard is
dry and mildewed. Messenger Collection. 4-41377 CW95 (50-100)
704. U.S. HOSPITAL CORP. KNIFE SCABBARD: Black leather sewn and riveted scabbard
with brass throat and brass belt hook marked Rock Island arsenal/WTG.
CONDITION: Very good with light flexing, uncleaned. Messenger Collection. 4-41377
CW96 (50-150)
705. U.S. MODEL 1911 BOLO KNIFE: Heavy single-edged spatula-type blade 12
long marked S A (flaming bomb) 1911 on one side and U.S./17143
on the other. Brass S shaped counter guard, two piece walnut grips.
Brown leather scabbard, with nickel throat and steel belt hook. CONDITION: Very
good, blade shows light staining, grip with minor wear, scabbard is dry and
scuffed. Messenger Collection. 4-41347 CW97 (200-400)
706. U.S. MODEL 1918 BOLO KNIFE: Manufactured on contract by Plumb, Philadelphia.
Wide bolo type blade 10 1/4 long with steel cross guard and walnut grips
in canvas covered wooden scabbard with leather drag dated 1918. CONDITION: Excellent,
blade is untouched, left grip has a few dents, scabbard is dirty but nice. Messenger
Collection. 4-41348 CW91 (100-200)
707. U.S. ENTRENCHING TOOL: Wide single-edged spatula like blade with steel
cross guard and wooden handle stamped U.S. Brown leather scabbard
stamped U.S. with brass throat. CONDITION: Excellent, blade is bright
with minor staining, scabbard is uncleaned and slightly dry. Messenger Collection.
4-41297 CW90 (200-400)
708. USM 1884 TROWEL BAYONET AND SCABBARD: Steel wide bladed trowel BAYONET
with 10 blade and blued steel socket. Black leather scabbard with riveted
belt strap and cast brass U.S. rosette. CONDITION: Trowel blade is uncleaned
and gray with numerous dark patches, much blue remains on socket. Scabbard is
fair, back is dry and cracked, scabbard tip is missing, belt loop is flexed.
Messenger Collection. 4-41351 CW88 (300-500)
709. U.S. MODEL 1884 HUNTING KNIFE: Wide single-edged blade 8 1/2 long
with brass cross guard marked U.S./Springfield and serial numbered
2424 with carved wooden grip and brass mounted brown leather scabbard with belt
hook. CONDITION: Very good, blade shows light surface spotting, scabbard is
scuffed and flexed. Messenger Collection. 4-41296 CW89 (300-500)
710. HEAVY AMERICAN BELT KNIFE. Mid to late 19th C. spear point knife with
double-edged blade measuring 7 3/4 with single narrow fuller on each face
of blade. Heavy cast brass cross guard and stag horn grip. Blade is very heavy.
CONDITION: Very good, blade is dark and uncleaned with minor spotted pitting
overall, belt is tight. 4-41311 CW87 (300-500)
711. 1865 PATENT U.S. ENTRENCHING TOOL SCABBARD. Brown leather riveted and
sewn belt frog marked U.S./Pat. Dec. 1, 1865 with brown leather
entrenching tool scabbard with brass tip and finial. CONDITION: Mint, unissued
condition, verdigris on rivets. Messenger Collection. 4-41377 CW92 (300-400)
712. COMPLETE CIVIL WAR ENLISTED MANS ACCOUTREMENT SET. Consists of US
model 1855 .58 caliber cartridge box w/tin inserts and oval box plate, leather
shoulder strap w/circular eagle breast plate, black leather waist belt w/oval
US belt plate and leather percussion cap box. CONDITION: Very good overall.
Cartridge box is excellent, shoulder strap is well worn with areas of heavy
flexing and flaking. Waist belt is flexible showing medium wear and cap box
is sharp. All 3 accoutrement plates are excellent. Messenger Collection. 4-41675
CW33 (1,000-1,500)
713. AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX. Black leather box w/square
front flap having a tin closing device and drilled wooden cartridge block slightly
curved in the back. Belt loops on reverse. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is
lightly flexed. One belt loop is missing, the other partially unstitched. Messenger
Collection. 4-41677 CW37 (200-400)
714. EARLY AMERICAN MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX AND WAIST BELT. Wide single flapped
cartridge box. Size: 8 x 4.5 x 3.5 w/iron clip closure and
drilled wooden block insert mounted on a 2.25 wide leather waist belt
w/small iron adjusting buckle. Front flap of cartridge box has a die stamped
spread winged eagle medallion w/decorative border attached. CONDITION: Very
good. Leather is stiff and surfaces are cracked but this remains a very nice
militia cartridge box and belt set in untouched condition. Messenger Collection.
4-41676 CW27 (500-700)
715. AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX. Curved belly box style
w/large single flap. Pair of belt loops on reverse. Drilled wooden cartridge
block w/sheet tin closing device. A very early militia box. CONDITION: Excellent.
Leather is in superb condition w/just light scuffing here and there. Messenger
Collection. 4-41677 CW36 (400-600)
716. US NAVY CARTRIDGE BOX FOR MODEL 1895 COLT REVOLVER: Black leather box
embossed USN in an oval w/wooden insert to hold 2 cylinders and 6 cartridges,
snap button closure. CONDITION: Excellent. Light scuffing only to edges. Messenger
Collection. 4-41679 CW20 (100-200)
717. AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD CARTRIDGE BOX: Black leather belly box style w/2
belt loops in back, single flap and copper hook and latch w/tin cartridge tubes.
Dates to 1790 - 1820. CONDITION: Good. Leather is dry and scuffed. All surfaces
are cracked. 2 tin cartridge tubes are missing. Messenger Collection. 4-41677
CW22 (300-500)
718. EARLY HOMEMADE CARTRIDGE BOX: Made of cut and stitched pigskin, wrapped
and shrinked around a wooden cartridge block insert. Brass tacks on back of
box. Shoulder strap is missing. CONDITION: Fair. Not a well made piece of equipment.
Messenger Collection. 4-41677 CW26 (100-200)
719. IDENTIFIED US MODEL 1808 MUSKET CARTRIDGE BOX. Large black leather box
w/single flap and drilled wooden insert. Old masonite tag reads Catridge
(sic) - box/of Abel Case/of Middlebury/from Chipman/G.Smith/1889. CONDITION:
Fair. Stitching is loose. Leather is flexed and rough. Belt loops are missing.
Messenger Collection. 4-41677 CW23 (400-700)
720. CIVIL WAR US NAVY CARTRIDGE BOX. Black leather single flapped box embossed
USN in an oval cartouche w/single wide belt loop on reverse. Incorrect
wooden cartridge block has been inserted. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is soft
and smooth, belt loop is worn. Some stitching is split. Messenger Collection.
4-41680 CW25 (200-400)
721. AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX AND LINEN SHOULDER STRAP.
Black leather cartridge box tacked to drilled wooden cartridge block w/large
single front flap w/brass hook closure and woven linen shoulder strap 2.5
wide. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is very dry and scuffed. Shoulder strap
is quite nice for its age. Messenger Collection. 4-41677 CW34 (500-800)
722. AMERICAN MILITIA EAGLE HEAD INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD. Straight single-edged
narrow blade 31 1/4 long with engraved decoration. Fancy cast clam shell
counter guard with American eagle, seated liberty and shield, fancy D
guard with cast floral decoration, eagle head pommel and mother of pearl paneled
grip. CONDITION: Good, blade has been heavily cleaned, has areas of light pitting,
only traces of original silver plating remain on hilt, scabbard is missing.
Messenger Collection. 4-41426 CW80 (200-400)
723. FRENCH INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD. Straight single-edged blade 30 long
with triple fullers. Cast brass stirrup-type guard with narrow langets cast
lions head pommel and back strap and flared leather grip. No scabbard. CONDITION:
Blade is dark and uncleaned, guard is bent, hilt is loose, wire is missing from
grip. Messenger Collection. 4-41410 CW79 (300-500)
724. AMERICAN MILITIA ARTILLERY OFFICERS SWORD. Curved single-edged decorated
blade 31 long with engraved and gilt decoration showing an American shield
flag and cannon. Stirrup-type cast brass silver plated guard with langets, birds
head pommel and back strap. Carved ivory grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: Good,
blade has been cleaned with only traces of gold remaining and one area of heavy
pitting. Only traces of original silver remain, grip has light surface cracking.
Messenger Collection. 4-41431 CW78 (200-400)
725. AMERICAN MILITIA EAGLE HEAD OFFICERS SWORD. Curved single-edged blade
29 long with engraved decoration. 5-ball style stirrup guard and counter
guard with eagle head pommel and ribbed ivory grip. No scabbard. CONDITION:
Blade has been cleaned and is a spotty gray color with areas of light to medium
pitting. Engraved decoration is worn, hilt and guard are loose, grip is fine.
Messenger Collection. 4-41430 CW76 (300-600)
726. AMERICAN MILITIA EAGLE HEAD OFFICERS SWORD SCABBARD AND FROG. Lightly
curved single-edged undecorated blade 28 1/2 long with cast brass stirrup-guard,
eagle head pommel and back strap and carved ivory grip. Brass mounted leather
scabbard and tarred leather frog. CONDITION: Fine, blade shows nearly 100% of
its bright armory finish, hilt is tight with 50% of gilt remaining, scabbard
is excellent and frog is quite nice with a name inked on the reverse. Messenger
Collection. 4-41402 CW85 (700-1,000)
727. BRITISH PATTERN 1803 OFFICERS SABER. Curved wide single-edged blade 30
long with etched and gilt decoration. Fancy open work D guard with
cast G.R. cypher surmounted by a crown and lions head pommel with back strap.
Leather and wire wrapped grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: Good, blade is dark and
uncleaned, only 25% of gold and etched decoration remains with areas of light
pitting. Grip and hilt are very good, but uncleaned. Messenger Collection. 4-41435
CW75 (600-900)
728. CANFIELD MODEL 1850 OFFICERS SWORD. 29 1/8 double fuller blade
with scroll etching has US on left side and eagle with shield on
the right side. It is marked Canfield & Bro. / Baltimore on
the right side at the hilt. The brass hand guard is stamped 8559 s
on the left side. Iron scabbard with single carrying ring. CONDITION: Blade
is mostly shiny with some gray patina towards the hilt. The hilt has a pleasant
yellow patina. The leather covering on the grip is probably a replacement. The
scabbard has an even brown patina with several shallow dents and a slight bend
7 from the tip. Messenger Collection. 4-41399 FS371 (400-700)
729. U.S. NON-REGULATION CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER IMPORTED BY TIFFANY. Lightly
curved single-edged blade 35 1/2 long. Plain and undecorated marked Tiffany
& Co. at ricasso. Iron 3 branch cavalry type guard, birds head pommel
and back strap with ears. Leather and wire wrapped grip and plain iron scabbard.
CONDITION: Good, blade is dark gray with surface staining, hilt shows surface
rust and is uncleaned, grip is heavily used, scabbard is dark and dented. Messenger
Collection. 4-41372 CW82 (400-600)
730. FAKE COMPOSITE ARTILLERY SWORD. These were made up using old scabbards
and blades in the 1960s and 70s by creating a cast brass artillery
officers hilt. Blade is unmarked, scabbard dates to circa 1902, cast hilt and
grip is fake. Messenger Collection. 4-41375 CW83 (100-200)
731. FAKE U.S. MODEL 1840 HEAVY ARTILLERY SABER. A very high quality fake or
reproduction complete with all of the Ames markings and dated 1863. A very clever
reproduction. 4-41395 CW81 (100-200)
732. LOT OF 2 STARR U.S. CONTRACT SWORDS. 1. Model 1808 artillery curved single-edged
blade 33 1/2 long marked U.S. and Starr at ricasso, iron stirrup
guard with birds head pommel and back strap, leather grip. CONDITION: Fair,
blade has areas of heavy pitting. 2. Model 1808 cavalry flat single-edged curved
blade 34 long marked N. Starr/P/H.H.P. on face of blade near
ricasso. Iron stirrup guard birds head pommel with back strap. CONDITION: Fair,
blade has areas of heavy pitting, grip is tattered. Messenger Collection. 4-41392
CW77 (500-800)
733. AMERICAN MILITIA ARTILLERY OFFICERS SABER. Curved single-edged blade 31
1/2 long with gold and blue engraved decoration and an etched panel having
an American eagle and stand of arms. Silver plated cast brass stirrup-type hilt
with acanthus leaf langets birds head pommel with back strap having a cast U.S.
shield carved ivory grip. Silver plated brass scabbard. CONDITION: Dark and
untouched, this sword has never been cleaned, the blade shows areas of surface
rust and wear, blue and gold decoration is fading, tarnished silver hilt and
scabbard. Ivory grip shows minor chipping and cracking. Messenger Collection.
4-41403 CW73 (1,000-1,500)
734. HIGH GRADE AMES MILITIA OFFICERS SWORD. Straight double-edged blade 31
long with profuse etched decoration including an American eagle and a stand
of flags with sunburst. Fancy cast cross guard with langets having a 5 pointed
star in the center. Large and heavy helmet pommel with faceted and engraved
silver grip. Gilded brass scabbard has fancy mounts and oak and laurel leaf
applique near drag. CONDITION: Blade is quite nice showing much original frosting
approximately 70% of original gilding remains on hilt and scabbard. Messenger
Collection. 4-41394 CW71 (2,000-3,000)
735. ENGLISH SILVER HILTED SWORD. Lightly curved single-edged blade 25 1/2
long with single fuller. Sterling silver simple cross guard with lions head
pommel and silver chain guard. Ribbed ivory grip unmarked, no scabbard. CONDITION:
Very good, blade is cleaned with areas of light pitting, grip and hilt are quite
nice showing medium wear. Messenger Collection. 4-41417 CW70 (1,500-2,000)
736. U.S. MODEL 1851 FOOT OFFICERS SWORD. Straight 31 1/2 etched blade
with panels of floral decoration, U.S. and Union. Cast
brass hilt with floral decorated cross guard, gutta percha grip with twisted
wire wrap. Leather scabbard with decorated brass mounts showing much floral
engraving and fancy drag. CONDITION: Good, blade has been cleaned, but etching
is still quite strong, hilt is fine, scabbard is weak, leather is dry,stitching
is broken. Messenger Collection. 4- 41393 CW64 (600-900)
737. AMES MILITIA OFFICERS SWORD. Straight double-edged blade, 31 1/4
long with central fuller, floral etching which includes an American eagle, a
stand of flags and a sunburst. Ricasso is engraved N.P. Ames/Cutler/Springfield
on both sides. Dished clam shell type counter guard with single D
shaped counter guard, globular pommel with engraved ivory grip. No scabbard.
CONDITION: Blade retains most of its finish with a few light nicks, hilt
and grip are fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41070 (750-1000)
738. CONTINENTAL SMALL SWORD. Straight triangular blade 29 long, undecorated
with double clam shell guard, pas d ans, D shaped counter
guard with standing pommel and shark skin grip. Brass mounted leather scabbard.
CONDITION: Very good, blade is clean to light gray, much gilt remains on hilt
with light tarnish, scabbard is dry but strong. Messenger Collection. 4-41397
CW69 (400-600)
739. BRITISH INFANTRY N.C.O. SWORD. Straight single-edged blade 32 1/2
long with engraved crown and G.R. cypher and British royal coat of arms. Signed
Solingen blade. Clam shell brass counter guard D shaped guard decorated
pillow style pommel and silver wire grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: Blade is dark
with areas of medium pitting and no remaining finish. Hilt is fine. Messenger
Collection. 4-41421 CW67 (400-600)
740. BRITISH INFANTRY N.C.O. SWORD. Straight double-edged blade 32 1/2
long with blue and gold engraved decoration. Clam shell brass counter guard
D shaped guard decorated globular style pommel and silver wire grip.
Brown leather scabbard with brass mountings. Doe skin soft case accompanies.
CONDITION: Very good, blade is uncleaned with dark spots and rust has invaded
the blue and gold decoration. Hilt is extremely nice, scabbard leather is flexed,
top mount bent. Messenger Collection. 4-41401 CW68 (500-700)
741. GERMAN BASKET HILT SWORD: Straight double edged flat blade, 37 long,
unmarked. Heart shaped counterguard pierced with tiny holes. 4 branch basket
type hilt with finger ring and wire wrapped grip. CONDITION: All metal surfaces
have been cleaned. Light to medium pitting here and there. Messenger Collection.
4-41365 CW168 (600-900)
742. GERMAN CUP HILT RAPIER: Straight double edged blade, 34.5 long signed
GIO KNEGT/IN SOLINGEN Large iron double clamshell cup guard. Pas
dans. S-shaped cross guard and knuckle bow. Wire wrapped grip. CONDITION:
All metal surfaces have been cleaned and show medium to light pitting. 4-41366
CW167 (700-1,000)
743. SPANISH CUP HILT RAPIER: Straight double edged blade, 36.5 long
with short single shallow fuller and largely illegible Latin inscription. Large
iron double clamshell cup guard. Iron pas dans knuckle bow and wire wrapped
grip. circa 1600-1700. CONDITION: All surfaces are dark and crusty. 4-41383
CW165 (700-900)
744. ITALIAN SWEPT HILT RAPIER: Straight double edged blade, 30.5 long
with shallow double fullers and engraved decoration. Iron swept hilt and knuckle
bow. Wire wrapped grip. CONDITION: Very good. Covered with old varnish. Light
pitting here and there. 4-41386 CW164 (400-600)
745. SPANISH CUP HILT RAPIER: Straight double edged blade, 34 long with
engraved decoration signed Manel Gonales with the motto NO ME SAQUES SIN
RAISON/NO ME ENBAINES SIN HONOR. Large iron double clamshell cup guard.
Iron pas dans. Straight crossguard and knuckle bow. Wire wrapped grip.
circa 1700. CONDITION: Blade and metal parts are pitted overall and have been
cleaned. Inscription is strong. 4-41379 CW166 (800-1,200)
746. SPANISH CUP HILT RAPIER: Straight double edged blade, 35.5 long
with engraved Spanish crest and the motto Viva Espana. Large iron
double clamshell cup counterguard. Iron pas dans and knuckle bow. Wire
wrapped grip. circa 1600-1700. CONDITION: Very good. Blade is a spotty dark
gray. Light pitting overall. 4-41367 CW163 (600-800)
747. U.S. MODEL 1840 HEAVY CAVALRY SABER: Curved single-edged blade 36
long marked N.P. Ames/Cabotville/1848 on one side of the ricasso
and U.S./WD on the reverse. Cast brass 3 branch guard with leather
and wire wrapped grip. Heavy iron scabbard stamped with large numbers on the
drag. CONDITION: Blade is gray with a couple of minor edge nicks and spots of
pitting, hilt is fine, grip wire has been repaired and scabbard is very good
with no dents. 4-41369 CW72 (600-900)
748. U.S. MODEL 1833 AMES NAVAL CUTLASS: Heavy bladed short cutlass with 21
long blade marked U.S.N./1848/N.W.P. on one side and N.P.
Ames/Springfield on the other. Cast brass hilt with fish scale grip and
wide cup guard in brass mounted leather scabbard. CONDITION: Fine, blade is
bright with only minor light discoloration scabbard is crisp with one surface
crack in leather drag is loose. 4-41398 CW58 (1,000-1,500)
749. U.S. MODEL 1833 AMES NAVAL CUTLASS: Heavy bladed short cutlass with 21
long blade, no visible markings. Cast brass hilt with fish scale grip and wide
cup guard, no scabbard. CONDITION: This sword has seen very heavy use, blade
is dark with light pitting all markings have been worn off, cup guard is bent
and grip heavily worn. U.S. Inspector markings are visible on quillon and cup
guard is stamped N5/3. 4-41095 CW59 (800-1,200)
750. U.S. NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICERS SWORD 1810-1820: Early N.C.O. sword with
28 curved blade, 1 1/2 wide at hilt with single fuller. Brass stirrup
guard, horn grip and pillow style pommel in brass mounted leather scabbard with
stud on top mount. CONDITION: Very good, blade has been cleaned to a light gray
with areas of light pitting, hilt is a bit loose, scabbard is strong with surface
scuffing and cracking. 4-41400 CW60 (400-600)
751. U.S. MODEL 1860 NAVAL CUTLASS: Lightly curved blade 26 long, single
edged marked U.S.N./D.R./1864 on one side and Ames Mfg. Co./Chicopee/Mass.
on the other. Cast brass counter guard with attached sheet brass cup guard.
Leather grip with no wire. Scabbard is lapped leather with copper rivets and
single stud on face. CONDITION: Very good, blade has been cleaned and is now
gray, markings are light, guard and hilt are fine, scabbard has one minor crack
with surface flaking but remains strong. Messenger Collection. 4-41396 CW66
(700-1,200)
752. AMERICAN WAR OF 1812 IRON NAVAL CUTLASS: Straight single-edged blade 28
1/2 long marked 6 at the ricasso. Sheet iron figure 8 type
cup guard in plain iron lap jointed grip, no scabbard. CONDITION: Dark and uncleaned
overall, blade shows areas of heavy pitting and edge nicking, hilt and grip
are a smooth dark color. 4-41423 CW74 (400-600)
753. U.S. MODEL 1855 RIFLE SABER BAYONET: Lightly curved 21 1/2 blade
unmarked in cast brass hilt and brass mounted leather scabbard. CONDITION: Good,
blade is dark uncleaned with areas of medium pitting, hilt is dirty, stud spring
is bent, scabbard is near mint. 4-41433 CW63 (400-600)
754. U.S. MODEL 1841 RIFLE SABER BAYONET: Lightly curved blade 21 1/2
long marked Collins & Co./Hartford, Conn. Cast brass hilt serial
numbered 5459 in brass mounted leather scabbard. CONDITION: Fine, blade is bright
with areas faded to gray, hilt is crisp, scabbard is excellent, the drag has
one dent. 4-41433 CW62 (400-600)
755. U.S. MODEL 1841 RIFLE SABER BAYONET: Lightly curved blade 21 1/4
long dated 1861. Cast brass hilt serial numbered 4473, with 366 stamped on face
of socket. This bayonet is for the Mississippi Rifle attached bayonet adapter.
CONDITION: Good, blade is dark with areas of medium pitting, all markings are
clear. 4-41414 CW61 (200-400)
756. LOT OF 2 US MILITARY HOLSTERS FOR COLT DOUBLE ACTION: 1 brown leather
and 1 black leather holster, both embossed US in an oval and stamped Rock
Island Arsenal/E.H.S. CONDITION: Very good. Both show light to medium
wear. 4-41692 CW21 (100-200)
757. U.S. MILITARY HOLSTER: Black leather holster for Colt revolver marked
Rock Island Arsenal on outer flap. Body of holster is embossed U.S.
oval. CONDITION: Good, outer flap is flexed and flaking. 4-41692 CW55 (100-200)
758. WESTERN STYLE BROWN LEATHER HOLSTER: Decorated brown leather holster for
large frame revolver. Semi-military style measures 15 1/2 overall with
tooled edge decoration and large copper stud for closing strap. Unmarked. CONDITION:
Very good, leather is strong, stitching is broken in one small area, overall
very tight. 4-41692 CW56 (200-400)
759. US CIVIL WAR OFFICERS WAIST BELT AND HOLSTER: Black leather waist belt
w/officers style cast brass eagle belt plate w/medium width tongue and black
leather military holster for a Colt Army or Navy revolver. CONDITION: Waist
belt is fair, heavily flexed and holster is dry and shows heavy use. 4-41692
CW 46 (500-800)
760. LOT OF 5 MILITARY AND CIVILIAN HOLSTERS: 3 Civil War period military holsters
for large frame revolvers, one western holster with cartridge belt and one European
percussion revolver holster. CONDITON: 2 of the Civil War holsters are in good
to very good condition and one is a relic. The western holster is fair with
many of the cartridge loops broken or missing and the European holster is very
good. 4-41692 CW57 (400-600)
761. CIVIL WAR SPENCER CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX: Standard carbine leather box
w/wooden block w/trace of New York makers stamp. CONDITION: Good. One buckle
is missing. Leather is flaked, flexed but strong. 4-41680 CW16 (200-400)
762. TARRED LEATHER MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX: Plain militia type unmarked cartridge
box w/tarred leather flap and tin insert. CONDITION: Good. Leather is scuffed,
dividers in tin insert separated. Tarred leather is cracked and crazed. 4-41680
CW 17 (100-200)
763. MODEL 1842 PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX: Black leather, double flap w/tin insert.
Size: 7 wide and 5 tall. Has a small US belt plate attached to the
front. CONDITION: very good. Leather is flexible, surfaces are cracked. Inappropriate
belt plate improperly attached to front flap. 4-41680 CW19 (300-500)
764. LOT OF 2 45/70 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOXES: Pair of brown leather Hagner pattern
cartridge boxes embossed US in an oval on front flap. Interior has canvas cartridge
loops. 2 different variations, one w/brass closing finial on front flap and
the other w/finial on bottom of cartridge box. CONDITION: Both are dry but show
little or no wear. 4-41680 CW18 (100-200)
765. PAIR OF BRASS EPAULETTES BY HORSTMANN. Missing the fringe. CONDITION:
Generally fine with much of the polish finish remaining. 4-41703 FS506 (100-200)
766. LOT OF 2 EARLY MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA SHAKO PLATES: Both are identical
die stamped plates, one of silver plated copper the other of gilded brass. The
plates show the Massachusetts state seal under which reads Massachusetts
Militia all within a rectangular plate with scalloped ends. The silver
plated copper plate is missing its attaching wires, the brass plate is
complete both circa 1820-1830. CONDITION: Silver; shows medium to heavy wear
with minor bends and dents two attaching wires missing. Brass; near mint condition.
4-41706 CW52 (500-800)
767. LOT OF 2 INDIAN WAR PERIOD SHAKO PLATES: 1. Die stamped brass M 1884 helmet
plate for artillery. 2. Die stamped brass U.S.M.C. shield for shako. CONDITION:
Very good all attaching wires are missing. 4-41706 CW53 (100-200)
768. EXCEPTIONAL FRENCH MILITIA DRAGOON SHAKO PLATE: A 5 die stamped
radiant sunburst having a silver die stamped standing eagle on the face. This
example looks as though it was literally torn off the hat as its original
leather washers and fasteners remain with bits of the shako cloth remaining.
CONDITION: Excellent, untouched, uncleaned, one or two of the edges slightly
bent, dark and untouched. 4-41706 CW49 (200-400)
769. AMERICAN MILITIA SHAKO PLATE: Die stamped tin shield shaped plate measuring
6 tall and 5 wide, having an eagle standing on a shield circa 1825.
CONDITION: Very good. Small areas of rust have invaded the face, one attaching
loop is missing but plume holder remains. 4-41706 CW 48 (700-1,000)
770. LOT OF 5 AMERICAN ACCOUTREMENT PLATES: 1. American militia waist belt
plate circa 1820-1830 square with die stamped eagle and trophies. CONDITION:
Very good, no silver remains uncleaned condition. 2. Oval Civil War U.S. cartridge
box plate. CONDITION: Fair, one wire loop is missing, two holes have been drilled
at top of plate. 3. 7th NYNG cross belt plate clipped corner sheet brass with
applied numeral 7. CONDITION: Near mint. 4. Massachusetts waist belt plate,
rectangular clipped corner die stamped brass plate reading MASS. CONDITION:
Excellent. 5. 5th MNG cross belt plate clipped corner brass plate with applied
numeral 5. CONDITION: Good. 4-41705 CW50 (400-600)
771. US NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD BELT: Spanish American to World War 1 period.
Black stitched leather waist belt w/ one piece hook and keeper type brass US
Navy belt plate. CONDITION: Excellent. 4-41697 CW 43 (100-200)
772. LOT OF 3 NEW YORK MILITIA ACCOUTREMENT PLATES: 1. Early (1820-1840) rectangular
waist belt plate die stamped sheet brass having an eagle and Excelsior
on globe with panalopy of arms and flags surrounded by a laurel leaf border.
CONDITION: Very good, edges are slightly bent from use. 2. New York City Guards
waist belt plate cast brass NY City arms within laurel wreath stippled background
circa 1870. CONDITION: Good, belt loop attachment is missing. 3. New York Officers
waist belt plate circa 1870 cast brass with old English NY cast within wreath.
CONDITION: Fine, dark and uncleaned. 4-41705 CW51 (400-700)
773. EXCEPTIONAL NY OFFICERS SWORD BELT AND PLATE: White buff leather waist
belt w/applied white patent leather surface having gilded mountings on belt
and sword straps and an exquisite gilt brass and silver NY saber belt plate,
dating to the period 1870 -1880. This obviously belonged to an influential NY
officer. CONDITION: Patent leather surface is cracked and now faded to a light
brown color. The gilt mountings and belt plate remain beautiful. 4-41697 CW47
(1,500-2,000)
774. CIVIL WAR CAVALRY ENLISTED MANS SABER BELT: Brown buff leather w/M
1851 eagle saber belt plate w/matching serial numbers. Waist belt only remains,
shoulder strap and sword straps are missing. CONDITION: Leather and belt plate
are very good. 4-41697 CW45 (500-700)
775. REMINGTON NAVY MODEL 1870 BAYONET. 20 blade by Ames with full makers
and inspectors mark. CONDITION. Gray patina on blade, mellow patina to hilt,
throat and drag. The leather is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41433 FS283 (300-500)
776. US MARKED EBONY PICCOLO. U.S. marking on both pieces. In distinct
3 / MS..marking on mouthpiece. German silver stoppers. CONDITION.
Fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41704-1 FS282 (200-400)
777. US BRASS HANDLED BAYONET Inspector marks M and A
on hilt. No markings on blade. 22 1/2 blade with 3/8 ricasso. CONDITION.
Blade is bright and shows original polishing with some cleaning marks along
the edge, scattered specks of light surface rust and pitting. The brass has
light patina, the scabbard has two bends but is still solid with no breaks.
Messenger Collection. 4-41433-1 FS284 (250-600)
778. ZOUAVE BAYONET. B.H. and C inspector marks on
the hilt, S on the 20 blade. CONDITION. Fine overall with
good polish and a few scattered specks of rust and light pitting marks on the
blade. The hilt has a mellow yellow patina from a previous polishing, The throat
and drag have a dark patina. The leather is fine. Messenger Collection. 4-41433-2
FS285 (250-450)
779. LOT OF THREE FIFES. 1. Rosewood with German silver tips. CONDITION. Thumb
position has been hand carved on one end, otherwise fine. 2. Dark wood with
brass tip on one end missing the other. CONDITION. Much scratching on the very
dark varnish. 3. Bleached wood with brass tips. CONDITION. Finish has been stripped
with some scrapping removing part of the New York Makers mark. Messenger Collection.
4-41704 FS281 (100-300)
780. US MODEL 1816 BAYONET. CONDITION. Rust/brown patina overall. Messenger
Collection. 4-41357-8 FS291(100-200)
781. LONG EUROPEAN DAGGER WITH IVORY HILT. 14 spear point blade with
short single fuller on each side. The turned ivory hilt is checkered. Brass
cross guard and lion head pommel. No scabbard. CONDITION. Brown patina overall
with spots of light to medium pitting The hilt has minor cracks at the pommel.
Messenger Collection. 4-41337 FS293 (150-300)
782. AUSTRIAN HUNTSMAN KNIFE. 10 3/4 clip point blade was probably longer
at one time as the fuller runs past the end of the blade. Marked MITTER
/ STEYR. Iron hilt with shell carved languet and stag scales. CONDITION.
Gray patina with wire wheel marks, the stag scales have minor chips and cracks.
Messenger Collection. 4-41537 FS256 (200-400)
783. PLUG BAYONET. 9 1/2 blade with stippled decoration. Iron cross guard,
light horn hilt with brass ends. Red velvet scabbard with brass throat and drag.
CONDITION. Gray patina overall with scattered light pitting. The hilt is very
good, most of the nap is worn off the velvet. One small dent on the drag and
the tip is crushed. Messenger Collection. 4-41323 FS294 (200-500)
784. AMERICAN MILITIA WHITE BUFF BAYONET SHOULDER SLING FROG AND SCABBARD.
Circa 1830-1840 militia issued shoulder sling with sewn scabbard frog having
a black leather brass mounted scabbard for the 1842 socket bayonet. CONDITION.
Leather is soft and flexible but dirty, bayonet scabbard has surface cracking.
Messenger Collection. 4-41696 CW123 (200-400)
785. SCARCE U.S. WHITE BUFF NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICERS SWORD SHOULDER BELT AND
FROG. White buff leather with sewn sword frog cut for the 3 pronged circular
eagle breast plate (not present). The back of the belt is stenciled T.
McMahon. CONDITION. Very good, leather is fairly flexible but dirty and
stained with most of its white finish faded. Messenger Collection. 4-41696
CW121 (2,000-2,500)
785A. SCARCE U.S. WHITE BUFF SHOULDER SLING AND BAYONET FROG. White buff leather
shoulder belt with sewn frog for bayonet scabbard cut for militia plate. Period
ink inscription reads Peoble No 1 Co E. CONDITION. Leather is soft
and flexible, white surface has been partially preserved but dirty. Messenger
Collection. 4-41696 CW122 (1,000-1,500)
786. AMERICAN INDIAN WAR PERIOD CARBINE SLING AND SWIVEL. Leather shoulder
sling 1 1/2 wide with square brass buckle and riveted brass end tip with
iron sling swivel marked O.E. North and Co, New Haven CT. CONDITION.
Leather is solid with light surface cracking and a bit dry, swivel is dark and
unclean. Messenger Collection. 4-41696 CW117 (200-400)
787. LOT OF TWO MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER AMMO POUCHES. (1) 4570 Frazier with
oval brass plates fitted on front, the leaf NY, flap opens to reveal
an original wooden storage for 18 rounds. Size: Approx. 17 Þ long. CONDITION:
Black leather in generally very good condition, supple and complete. (2) 50-70
McKeever flap relief embossed NG in an oval. Opens to reveal a canvas double
retting for 20 rounds. Size: Aprrox. 7 Þ long. CONDITION: Leather generally
in good condition, supple and sound. (Messenger Collection) 4-41696 (300-500)
788. AMERICAN MILITIA FLAG HOLDER AND SLING. Black leather sewn shoulder sling
with heart shaped pad and flag pole socket, large square sheet brass buckle
and brass adjusting keeper circa 1850. CONDITION. Virtually all the stitching
has broken, leather is dry, dirty and uncleaned. Messenger Collection. 4-41696
CW119 (200-400)
789. AMERICAN MILITIA SWORD FROG AND LINEN SLING. About 1840, tarred leather
sword frog with 2 1/2 wide woven linen shoulder sling. CONDITION. Frog
is crackled and dry, linen sling is dirty but solid. Messenger Collection. 4-41696
CW118 (200-400)
790. SCARCE U.S. WHITE BUFF MODEL 1839 DRAGOON ENLISTED MANS SABER BELT
AND PLATE. Regulation white buff waist belt with sword hangers and hook having
an oval stamped brass U.S. belt plate with stud fasteners on the reverse. A
scarce Mexican war accoutrement. CONDITION. Very good, leather is fairly pliable
but most of its white surface has been worn away leaving it a gray to
brownish color. The belt plate appears to be original to the belt. Messenger
Collection. 4-41696 CW120 (2,000-2,500)
791. LOT OF 5 MILITARY CARBINE SHOULDER SLING SWIVELS. 3 are standard issued
union carbine sling swivels one of which is marked O.E. North and Son/New
Haven CT. One is an Indian war period sling and one is a crudely fashioned
confederate type sling swivel. CONDITION. All are in good to very good condition
with light surface rust and minor pitting. Messenger Collection. 4-41336 CW116
(400-700)
792. LOT OF 10 BAYONET SCABBARDS AND MISCELLANEOUS. Lot contains. 2 US Model
1855 saber bayonet scabbards. 2 US Model 1863 Remington rifle bayonet scabbards.
1 Model 1842 triangular bayonet scabbard. 1 foreign saber bayonet scabbard.
1 foreign brown leather machete scabbard. 2 USM 8A1 bayonet scabbards. 1 German
Mauser bayonet frog. Messenger Collection. 4-41377 CW140 (500-700)
793. LOT OF 8 BELT FROGS, CARBINE SOCKETS AND SWORD SCABBARD. Consisting of.
1 Civil War Naval cutlass frog. 1 USM 1855 bayonet frog. 2 USM 1833 short sword
frogs. 1 USM 1840 NCO sword frog. 2 Civil War carbine sockets. 1 circa 1800
sword scabbard and frog. CONDITION. Fair to good, all are dry, dirty and untouched.
Messenger Collection. 4-41701 CW141 (500-800)
794. LOT OF 4 PISTOL AND FUSE BOXES. 1. Civil War US Navy fuse box marked Navy
Yard/NY/1861. Square leather box with single belt loop and closing tab. CONDITION.
Very good. Leather is dry with light surface cracking. 2. Pre-Civil War US Navy
fuse box unmarked with tarred leather flap and tin insert, 2 belt loops on reverse.
CONDITION. Very good. Outer flap is crazed. 3. US Artillery brown leather friction
primer box. Large outer flap with closing tab unmarked. 2 belt loops on reverse.
CONDITION. Excellent. Leather is dry. 4. 1902 US pistol cartridge box marked
Rock Island Arsenal and dated 1903. Brown leather front flap embossed US with
drilled wooden cartridge block. CONDITION. Excellent. Messenger Collection.
4-41678-2 CW139 (600-900)
795. LOT OF 3 CARTRIDGE BOXES. 1. Civil War Colt Pistol cartridge box made
by J. Davy & Co. Newark, NJ stamped US and inspected by Shepard. CONDITION.
Very good. Leather is a bit dry with light surface cracking. 2. European brown
leather pistol cartridge box, measures 4 x 6 with single flap with
implement pouch. Unmarked. CONDITION. Very good. 3. McKeever 45/70 cartridge
box marked Rock Island Arsenal and embossed US. Messenger Collection. 4-41680
CW137 (300-500)
796. LOT OF 5 CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CAP BOXES. 1. Made by Baker & McKenney,
New York. CONDITION. Leather is dry. Surface cracked. No pick or wool. 2. Made
in Hartford, CT. Front flap stamped US. CONDITION. Leather is strong but scuffed.
Pick is present. Wool is missing. 3. Made by HG Haedrich, Philadelphia. CONDITION.
Leather is scuffed and cracked. Pick and wool are missing. 4. Made by CS Storms,
New York. CONDITION. Edges are tattered. Some leather is flaked. Wool is present.
Pick is missing. 5. USN embossed on front flap. No makers mark. CONDITION. Leather
is dry. Messenger Collection. 4-41678-1 CW138 (500-700)
797. LOT OF FOUR SOCKET BAYONETS 1. 19 flat blade, horizontal to barrel,
3 7/8 socket with heavy ring at rear, probably Dutch. CONDITION. Lightly
pitted overall. 2. 22 flat blade vertical to barrel, 4 socket with
heavy ring at rear, probably English. CONDITION. Forging flaw 4 from base
of blade, rust brown patina overall. 3. 17 Brown Bess bayonet marked DAWE.
CONDITION. Very good. 4. 17 Brown Bess bayonet marked HARLEY.
CONDITION. Light crusty rust. Messenger Collection. 4-41359 FS206 (150-300)
798. LOT OF 5 SOCKET BAYONETS. 1 US 1842. CONDITION. Fine. 2 Model 1855. CONDITION.
1 very good, 1 fair. 1 unidentified small bore in New York scabbard. CONDITION.
Fine. 1 unidentified European large bore. CONDITION. Fine. Messenger Collection.
4-41362A FS209 (200-400)
799. LOT OF 5 SOCKET BAYONETS. 5 US model 1816. CONDITION. Good to fine. Messenger
Collection. 4-41357 FS207 (200-400)
800. LOT OF 4 SOCKET BAYONETS. 3 US 1816/1862 Remington conversion. CONDITION.
1 fine, 1 fine except large chip in blade and 1 fair. 1 British New Land pattern.
CONDITION. Heavily polished. Messenger Collection. 4-41362 FS208 (150-250)
801. LOT OF 4 SOCKET BAYONETS. 2 Model 1842 bayonets. Both in correct scabbards.
CONDITION. Fair, one has been painted black. 1 Model 1855 in correct scabbard.
CONDITION. Poor 1 Model 1816 in scabbard with white hanger. CONDITION. Poor.
Messenger Collection. 4-41355B FS212 (150-300)
802. LOT OF 4 MODEL 1816 AND 1858 BAYONETS WITH SCABBARDS. 1816 scabbard has
white hanger, 1858 have black hangers. 1 hanger is a suede leather reproduction.
CONDITION. Fair to good. Messenger Collection. 4-41355-A FS211 (250-500)
803. LOT OF 5 MODEL 1873 TRAP DOOR BAYONETS. 4 in scabbards with US hangers,
1 in scabard with NJ hanger. CONDITION. Very good to fine. 4-41355 FS210 (175-350)
804. IMPORTANT LOUIS AND BISSONAIT CONFEDERATE PRESENTATION SWORD. 29 1/4
single fuller blade w/extensive etched decoration. The right side of the blade
is etched for 22 w/scrolls and a very faint inscription Presented
to Capt
.By vM of Co. B 35th Ala Regt. The opposite side of the blade
is etched in similar scroll patterns with a large blank panel in the center
and the initials in script LB near the hilt. Swords by Louis and
Bissonait of Mobile, Alabama are extremely rare with only a few specimens known.
This is only the second presentation sword by Bissonait to be found. The leather-covered
grip is wrapped with twisted brass wire. The Conning guard has a unique brass
wire decoration running from the quillion halfway along the guard. The loop
around the quillion and the tips of the 4 loops are braised to the guard. A
smaller loop towards the rear is brazed on both ends. The hilt has a gold wash.
The scabbard is missing. CONDITION. The etching on the left side of the blade
is bright, the etching on the right side is bright for the first 5 and
the last 3 but is very faint and mixed with light pitting in the middle.
There are 2 tiny nicks in the edge of the blade. 50% of the gold wash remains
on the guard and pommel. The leather washer at the base of the blade is missing
3 large chips. The leather on the grip has 1 tiny scrape near the pommel. The
wire wrap is slightly loose but intact. 4-41755 FS343 (30,000-50,000)
805. RARE COLLEGE HILL OR B. DOUGLAS CONFEDERATE SWORD. 32 1/2 single
fuller blade is unmarked. The brass guard with 3 branches is flat with no decoration.
This feature is not known for either College Hill or Douglas and is quite distinctive.
The large pommel is also plain and shows casting flaws on the left side. The
spiral grooved wood grip is covered with black oilcloth and wrapped with braided
iron wire. The iron scabbard is lap welded and has thin iron carrying rings
and a large iron drag. CONDITION. Gray patina on the blade with scattered light
surface stains and an area of light surface rust towards the center of the blade.
The guard and pommel have a very dark patina. The guard has a partial crack
and some pitting at the base of the 3 branches. The grip is fine with wear through
to the end only in 2 places. The serrated throat washer is somewhat dry and
frayed. The iron scabbard with brass throat is a dark rust patina with areas
of heavy rust and pitting. 4-41757 FS345 (10,000-15,000)
806. RARE PRESENTATION GRADE SCHUYLER HARTLEY & GRAHAM SWORD. 30 1/2
double fuller blade is etched with vine and leaf patterns on both sides with
U.S. on the left side above a 13 star flag and pennants. The right
side has an American eagle under E PLURIBUS UNUM. The back of the
blade is etched IRON . CUTTER followed by SH & G name and address.
The gold washed brass guard is pierced with U.S., vines and flowers.
The pommel is similarly decorated and has the FH in an oval on top.
The grip is covered with white sharkskin and wrapped with twisted copper wire.
The leather scabbard has brass mounts. The upper mount is engraved a large U.S.
above an angel pointing the way to an American eagle carrying a shield. There
is a blank shield on the reverse surrounded by flags and pennants. The center
mount is engraved with geometric panels, scrolls and flowers. The drag has a
large oval containing an American eagle on the front and a shield, helmet and
spears on the reverse. The drag is cast with raised shield and flags on the
front, flowers and geometric design on the rear. CONDITION. Excellent overall
with bright blade and widely scattered pitting. The hilt retains about half
of the gilt. The grip covering is missing 3 tiny spots. The leather scabbard
is dry and chipped. The mounts are excellent. 4-41761 FS346 (1,250-1,750)
807. PRESENTATION GRADE U.S. MODEL 1860 SWORD. IRON PROOF on top
of the 32 double fowler blade by CLAUBERG / SOLINGEN . The
blade is 3/4 etched on one side with military trophies including an eagle and
shield and on the other width an eagle carrying an E PLURIUS UNUM
banner, an US at the base. The grip is solid silver with brass wire
wrap. The pommel is inlaid with a 11/16 x 7/16 red stone and 16
smaller stones on lobes below it. The bottom of the pommel cap also has an eagle
carrying a shield. The scarab carrying rings are cast with shields, cannons
and helmets. The drag is engraved. CONDITION. The blade is bright with a few
widely scattered spots of rust. The knuckle guard and pommel retain strong traces
of the gold wash finish. The grip has a dark tarnish. The nickel plated scarab
has a few minor dents but retains most of its finish. 4-41760 FS326 (2,500-3,500)
808. MODEL 1852 OFFICERS SWORD. 30 1/4 double fuller blade. Etched with
US on one side and an eagle and shield on other. No makers name.
The iron scabbard has brass mounting rings and drag engraved with repossee shield
and flowers. CONDITION. Great patina overall with light pitting and some nicks
in the edge. The scabbard is very good with shape mountings. The brass wire
wrap on the hilt is somewhat frayed and the quillion is bent. 4-41763 FS328
(1,000-1,500)
809. HORSTMANN MODEL 1852 OFFICERS SWORD. No US markings. 29 7/8 single
fuller blade is etched with vines, leaves and military motifs. The leather grip
is wrapped with three brass wires. The leather scarab has a brass ring and drag.
CONDITION. The blade is excellent. The leather on grip and scarab is dry and
chipped. The brass retains about half of its gold wash finish. The balanced
tip a dark color. 4-41765 FS 338 (800-1,100)
810. SECOND MODEL VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY SWORD WITH REGIMENTAL MARKINGS. 34 7/8
clip point double fuller blade is marked 3, V a REGt
on back of blade. The wood grip has no covering. CONDITION. Rust brown patina
mixed with light to moderate pitting on all metal surfaces. The wood grip has
numerous chips missing on the right side. 4-41756 FS342 (2,000-4,000)
811. LARGE IRON MOUNTED POTTER SABER. 34 3/8 deeply curved blade without
fores. Heavy sheet iron. Knuckle bow with lemon pommel. The coarse turned wooden
grip has lost all but small scrapes of the leather covering and the wire wrap
is also missing. CONDITION. Rust brown patina overall with traces of blue underneath.
The marking is strong. The wood handle has several cracks. 4-41759 FS327 (3,000-4,000)
812. RARE LEECH & RIGDON CONFEDERATE SWORD. 32 almost straight single
fuller blade. Brass guard with CS in an oval on the inside. Engraved
and pierced leaf & flower on the balance of the hilt. The guard is crudely
brazed to the pommel. The spiral groove wood grip is missing the cover but the
single strand brass wire wrap remains. No scabbard. CONDITION. Gray patina on
blade with scattered spots of light surface rust and pitting. The guard is well
used with dents and scratches. The wood grip is very good. 4-41758 FS344 (5,000-10,000)
813. HORSTMANN & SONS NON REGULATION SWORD WITH AMERICAN DECORATIONS. 33
1/2 slightly curved blade with IRON. PROOF on the back, a
crowned head on the right ricasso and etched markings on both sides of the blade.
U.S on the left side and E PLURIBUS / UNUM on the right.
The German silver guard is pierced with a US eagle including shield, arrows
and leaves under an E PLURIBUS UNUM banner. The hilt otherwise is
standard German military pattern. German silver scarab and rings iron drag.
CONDITION. Blade is bright except at throat where it is rusty. The hilt is dirty
but fine. The scarab has a band 9 from the tip and numerous small dents.
The drag is rusty. 4-41764 FS335 (800-1,500)
814. AMES WRIST BREAKER SABRE. 35 3/4 curved double fuller blade dated
1855 with three line Ames line and JH inspector marks. Iron scabarb
and rings. Brass guard and pommel, leather wrapped wooden handle with twisted
wire wrap. CONDITION. Gray patina on blade and scabarb with scattered light
pitting. The hilt is fine. 4-41768 FS333 (800-1,300)
815. A.W. SPIES MILITIA OFFICERS SWORD WITH GOLD AND BLUE DECORATION. Carved
bone grip, twisted wire p-guard with sunray and 5 pointed star languets. 29
1/2 curved blade with very light etched decoration highlighted in gold
against a blue background. Brass scabbard and mounts. CONDITION. 60% of the
blue remains on the blade, 80% of the gold. The bone grip has a number of chips
at the pommel. The hilt mounts retain much of their gold wash. The brass scabbard
has been polished and varnished. 4-41774 FS332 (800-1,100)
816. HORSTMANN & SONS NON-REGULATION MODEL 1952 SABRE. 34 3/4 blade,
quill backed marked IRON PROOF. One side of the blade is marked
with US and a stand of flags. The other has an Indian and tomahawk above the
initials C.T.. The hilt and guard are in the German style. The iron
scarab and mounts are nickel plated. CONDITION. The blade is excellent. Exterior
is freckled with light spots of surface rust and pitting. The wire wrap is missing.
4-41773 FS337 (500-800)
817. AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABRE. 34 3/4 single fuller blade with three
line Ames marking, US inspector marks and the date 1863. The iron scarab has
been painted black. CONDITION. The blade is bright but has scattered light surface
rust. The hilt is fine. The scarab has been bent. 4-41770 FS334 (400-800)
818. INDIAN PRINCESS SWORD WITH PEARL GRIP. The languet is cast
with a warrior setting amongst a bunch of flags. The pearl scales are held by
a double brass braid and brass wire wrap. CONDITION. The 32 straight blade
is lightly pitted overall partially obscuring the etched decorations. The hilt
and guard are fine. 4-41776 FS330 (300-500)
819. MILITIA OFFICERS GOLD & BLUE SWORD. 31 1/4 straight blade has
gold and etched vines, leaves and flag decorations on a blue background. The
eagle head pillon has one red glass eye remaining the other is missing. The
black wood handle is wrapped with iron wire and braid. Gold and blue sword knot.
CONDITION. Light surface rust and pitting overall on the blade. 40% gold wash
on hilt, some of the wires on the grip are loose. The braid is frayed. 4-41775
FS331 (300-500)
820. UNMARKED NON-REGULATION MODEL 1850 SWORD. 30 double fuller blade
etched with eagle and shield on both sides. The guard also has an eagle and
shield but only 7 stars in the banner. CONDITION. Light pitting overall on the
blade, traces of gold wash with much wear at the high spots on the hilt. Small
chips missing in the rayskin covering. Two breaks repaired in the twisted wire
wrap. 4-41771 FS341 (250-500)
821. ROBY & COE MODEL 1850 OFFICERS SABER. 30 1/4 slightly curved
blade has US on one side and eagle over shield on other. The Roby marking is
also etched. Rayshin grip missing most of the twisted brass wire wrap.Leather
scarab with brass mounts. CONDITION. Blade is very good to fine with a few light
nicks and light rust at the throat. The hilt is very dark. The scarab has a
number of cracks but is still solid. The mounts retain about half of the gold
wash finish with a number of dents around the tip. 4-41767 FS340 (600-900)
822. US MODEL 1850 OFFICERS SWORD. Coulous & Co Klinginthal crown over
B and crown over D proof marks on right ricasso. Blade is etched with US on
right side and stand of flags on left. The hand guard is stamped with FBD
in an oval with sword and helmet. The iron scarab has brass mounts. CONDITION.
The blade is bright except at the hilt where it has some moderate to heavy rust.
The tip of the blade is heavily rusted. The wire wrap on the grip is broken
and loose, the quillion is slightly bent. The scararb has been cleaned and has
live rust showing. The brass has toned to a dark mustard color. The sword knot
is badly frayed. 4-41766 FS329 (500-800)
823. MANSFIELD & LAMB MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SAVER. Full M&L markings and
US markings with date 1863 on the recosso. 34 3/4 slightly curved blade.
The iron scarab has been painted aluminum. CONDITION. Gray patina on blade mixed
with scattered light pitting. The leather wrap on the grip is fine with twisted
wired wrapping. The brass has been cleaned but has toned down to a mustard color.
4-41769 FS339 (500-800)
824. EMERSON & SILVER NON-REGULATION MODEL 1850 SWORD. 32 single
fuller blade etched with Emerson & Silver markings, US on the left side
and flying eagle on the right side. The hilt without quillion has a shield upside
down at the top. The pommel extends all the way to the guard on both ends. CONDITION.
Gray patina mixed with light to medium pitting on the blade, one large and several
small on the edge. The iron scarab is an even brown patina with scattered spots
of heavy rust. The hilt is very dirty and one branch is cracked. 4-41772 FS336
(300-500)
825. CONFEDERATE GEORGIA OR JOE BROWN INFANTRY PIKE. One of the
Civil Wars crudest weapons. This pattern pike was contracted by the State
of Georgia, overall length is 8. Double-edged spear point blade 12
long in iron elliptical cross guard, iron straps and collar on long wooden shaft
with iron ring at bottom. CONDITION. Very good, traces of old silver paint on
metal parts, blade is slightly bent, 1/8 of tip is snapped off and wooden
shaft shows some worm damage. 4-41777 CW105 (2,000-3,000)
826. AMERICAN MILITIA EAGLE HEAD INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD. Straight 32
blade with single wide fuller, blued about 1/3 length of the blade on both sides
with gold gilt decorations. The ricasso is marked SOLINGEN. It has
a silver plated, cast counter guard with American eagle, stars surmounting crossed
anchors with dolphins at each end. The hand guard has a lion head quillion at
one end and is connected to the pommel with a single, decorated cast knuckle
bow. The grips are beautiful mother of pearl with 3 grooves on each side. The
pommel cap is an open beak American eagle. It is accompanied by its original
nickel-plated brass scabbard. CONDITION. Handle is broken but with sword, good
to very good, the blade retains 75-80% dull blue and 85-90% gold gilt. The rest
of the blade is a silver patina. The pearl grip handles are outstanding and
the handle and counter guard retain traces of original silver plating. The scabbard
has a repaired bend toward the tip and retains about 50% thin nickel plating.
Wiggins Collection. 4-42226 JR483 (800-1,200)
827. AMERICAN MILITIA INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD. Straight 29 3/4 blade
with single wide fuller having about 1/3 the length blued with gold gilt decorations
of trophies of arms and leaves on both sides, cast silverplated brass counter
guard and single knuckle bow with knights helmet pommel, counter guard has a
spread winged eagle over a fouled anchor with a lions head quillion. The handles
are checkered white bone with a decorated brass ferrule, accompanied by its
original nickel brass scabbard. The right ricasso is marked S.H.F.CONDITION.
Very good. The blade retains 75-80% bright blue with most of its original gilt
decoration. The counter guard and knuckle bow retains generous amounts of their
original gold wash, as does the pommel cap. The scabbard is mostly a polished
brass with traces of the original nickel plating. Wiggins Collection. 4-42141
JR481 (800-1,200)
828. AMERICAN MILITIA EAGLE HEAD INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD. Straight 31 1/4
blade with single wide fuller and traces of blue and gilt decorations, having
a gold washed, cast counter guard of an American Eagle, a sailing ship and a
female figure holding a caduceus in one hand and a scepter in the other hand,
with an anchor behind her. The quillion that branches off the counter guard
is bent at a right angle. The handle has a cast single knuckle bow with spiral
1-piece bone handle and a closed beak eagle head pommel cap. It is accompanied
by its brass scabbard. The right ricasso is marked S.H.F. CONDITION.
Good, the blade retains traces of the original blue on the left side and traces
of the gold gilt with balance of blade being a mottled silver/brown. The counter
guard and handle retain 60-70% of its original gold wash. The bone handle is
missing a couple small chips with a hairline near the bottom. The scabbard is
nicked and dinged with a straightened bend and crack near the tip and has been
recently been polished. Wiggins Collection. 4-42170 JR482 (700-1,000)
829. AMERICAN MILITIA EAGLE HEAD INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD. Straight 32
blade with single wide fuller. It has a silver plated, cast counter guard with
American eagle, stars surmounting crossed anchors with dolphins at each end.
The hand guard has a lion head quillion at one end and is connected to the pommel
with a single decorated cast knuckle bow. The grip is 1-piece checkered wood.
The pommel cap is an open beak American eagle. It is accompanied by its original
brass scabbard. CONDITION. Good, the blade retains no original finish being
a polished silver metal color. The wood grip is excellent and the handle and
counter guard retain traces of original silver plating. The scabbard retains
no original finish with a couple of repaired bends, missing the throat. Wiggins
Collection. 4-42166 JR484 (400-600)
830. AMES MODEL 1852 NAVAL OFFICER SWORD. Short slightly curved 26 blade
with American eagle, fouled anchor and rope with acorn and leaf design, U.S.N.
in a riband on right side. Right side of blade has the makers name at
the ricasso, which has the date 1852. Left ricasso is marked P/R.B.H.,
right side of the blade is marked with a Navy shield over an anchor and trophy
of arms. The hand guard is pierced brass cast with oak leaves and acorns and
USN with a dolphin quillion merging into a single knuckle guard.
The slightly curved handle is fish skin wrapped and has twisted wire wrap. A
heavy gold sword knot attached to the knuckle guard. It is also accompanied
by its original wood leather covered scabbard with brass throat, hanger and
drag. CONDITION. Excellent, the blade retains most of its original bright polish
and frosted decoration. The hand guard and pommel retain most of their original
gold wash. The sword knot is excellent. The scabbard fittings retain 60-70%
original gold wash. The leather is dry and slightly flexed with a bend near
the drag, retaining about 70% of its original finish. Wiggins Collection. 4-42162
JR489 (2,000-3,000)
831. RARE PERRY NAVY CARBINE. Cal .54 perc. One of two hundred ordered by the
U.S. Government and allegedly one of fifty purchased by the Navy, iron mounted
with 21 round barrel, single iron band with straight stock and carbine
butt, having the primer feed system through the butt stock. Ser 66. CONDITION.
Fair, the metal retains an even, dark patina with most of the breech block legend
obliterated from wear and rust. The barrel has scattered light pitting and the
receiver and trigger guard moderate to heavy pitting. The receiver screws and
spanner plugs are boogered and the tang screw a replacement. Dark bore. Wiggins
Collection. 4-42181 JR494 (1,000-1,500)
832. SHARPS & HANKINS NAVY RIFLE. Cal .52RF. Very scarce Navy rifle, 1
of about 700 with 32 1/2 round barrel, German silver front sight with
original musket rear sight. It has a sofer bayonet lug at the muzzle with full-length
forearm, 3 barrel bands and a brass butt plate. Accompanied by a single round
of original ammunition. Ser 44. CONDITION. Fair to good, the metal retains a
dark brown, attic, as found patina with scattered light rust pitting on the
barrel, heavier and deeper on the receiver. The wood is very dark and oiled
stained but sound with numerous small handling storage nicks and dings. Strong
bore with lots of shine and scattered pitting. Good mechanics. Wiggins Collection.
4-42142 JR485 (1,500-2,000)
833. SHARPS & HANKINS SHORT CAVALRY CARBINE. Cal .52RF. One of about one
thousand of this model, sometimes referred to the 11th New York Cavalry Model,
this little carbine has 19 barrel with pinched front sight standard Sharps
& Hankins rear sight with a staple and saddle ring on left side of receiver
with inspector marks P/WCW. These initials are for William C. West
who was the ordinance duty inspector at the Boston Navy Yard in 1863. The butt
stock is bright walnut with a brass butt plate. There is a sling swivel at the
toe. Ser 8677 CONDITION. Good to very good, the metal is a clean silver patina
with light handling and use marks. The stock has a hairline at the left receiver
with a few bruises and couple of gouges otherwise retains most of a nice refinish.
Strong bright bore, scattered pitting. Wiggins Collection. 4-42155 JR493 (1,500-2,500)
834. SHARPS & HANKINS NAVY CARBINE. Cal 52RF. Usual configuration with
23 3/4 leather covered barrel. Usual receiver markings dated 1859. Straight
grip butt stock with brass butt plate accompanied by a single round of ammo.
Ser 11265 CONDITION. German silver front sight mounted on a pedestal on a ring
at the muzzle, standard Sharps & Hankins rear sight. Leather covering is
excellent and retains about all of its original black finish. The receiver retains
about 50% silvered casehardening with light pitting. The stock is sound with
minor nicks and dings and a good hand polished patina. Good sharp bore with
light pitting. Wiggins Collection. 4-42095 JC495 (1,500-2,000)
835. REMINGTON NAVY ROLLING BLOCK CARBINE. Cal .50-45. Carbine dimensions with
23 3/4 barrel, pinched front sight with two-position leaf rear sight with
an anchor above the chamber area. The right side of receiver with inspector
initials and an anchor. The forearm has a crisp FCW cartouche. The
barrel band and stock has sling swivels and stock has a smooth carbine butt
plate. Accompanied by a single round of original ammunition. No serial number.
CONDITION. Good to very good, the barrel is smooth and clean and retains a light
silver/brown patina. The receiver has a dark patina with scattered to moderate
pitting to left side on breechblock, hammer and trigger guard. The right side
has heavier and deeper pitting. The wood is excellent and retains most of its
original oil finish with a small hole on left side of wrist. Excellent bright
shiny bore. Wiggins Collection. 4-42127 JR488 (1,000-1,500)
836. IRON MOUNTED NAVAL CUTLASS. From the late 18th Century, this early Cutlass
has a 23 1/4 slightly curved double edge blade with twin fullers, a thin
iron cup handguard with single flat knuckle bow and a round wooden handle with
crude iron ferrules at each end. The blade is unmarked. CONDITION. Good to very
good; the blade is a medium gray colored with scattered light pitting and minor
nicks to the edges. The handguard retains about 50% blue finish with the balance
of the iron a dark brown attic patina. Wiggins Collection. 4-42184 JR 518 (400-600)
837. COLLINS SABER BAYONET FOR WHITNEY PLYMOUTH RIFLE. Brass handled bayonet
with Yaghtahan blade 22 5/8, marked on the left ricasso with the makers
name and address. The brass handle with the number 7759 on the back. Accompanied
by its original brass and leather scabbard. CONDITION. Very good plus; evidence
of an old polishing with scattered light surface rust, heavy toward the spine.
The brass has a medium mustard patina with about 50% original polish. The scabbard
is very good to excellent with leather slightly crackled and with minor losses
toward lower end. The brass throat and tip have a dark mustard patina. Wiggins
Collection. 4-42112 JR 520 (400-600)
838. AMES MODEL 1841 NAVY CUTLASS. 21 double edged diamond shaped blade
with fish scale handle, 3 iron rivets with an American eagle on each side of
the pommel, heavy brass handguard with button quillion, stamped on each side
with inspector initials and marked on the handguard 15/1D. The left ricasso
is marked with the makers name and address and the right is marked USN/1846.
CONDITION. Very good; both edges show light nicks with a mottled silver gray
patina. The handguard and handle are excellent with a medium mustard patina.
Wiggins Collection. 4-42122 JR 517 (700-1,000)
839. AMES MODEL 1860 ENLISTED NAVAL CUTLASS. 1862 dated Cutlass with 25 3/4
slightly curved blade, unstopped fuller with the makers name and address in
a scroll on the left ricasso and the date 1862 on the right. The handguard is
brass with plain riveted brass basket. The handle is leather wrapped, missing
its twist wire. CONDITION. Good to very good; the blade appears unshaperened
with scattered light to moderate pitting. The brasshas a dark green paina and
the handle with its aforementioned missing wire has the leather wrap dry and
loose. Wiggins Collection. 4-42165 JR 516 (500-1,000)
840. AMES MODEL 1860 OFFICERS NAVAL CUTLASS. 1862 dated Cutlass with 26 1/4
slightly curved blade, unstopped fuller with the makers name and address in
a scroll on the left ricasso and the date 1862 on the right. The handguard is
brass with a four panel scalloped riveted brass basket having pierced decorated
USN across the middle. The handle is leather wrapped with twisted brass wire
and a plain pommel cap. Accompanied by its original black leather scabbard with
leather throat and copper riveted tip with belt loop attached to the back. CONDITION.
Excellent; the blade with light surface discoloration. The handguard and pommel
are bright polished brass. The handle shows light wear but very good, as does
the scabbard. Wiggins Collection. 4-42110 JR 515 (1,500-2,500)
841. AMES MODEL 1860 ENLISTED NAVAL CUTLASS. Large, riveted, two-piece, brass-cup
hand guard with 26 slightly curved blade with single unstopped fuller
marked on the left ricasso with the makers name and address and U.S.N/DR 1863
on the right. Inside of the handguard are the stamped numbers 25M/806. CONDITION.
The blade has been cleaned and now a light gray color with scattered light pitting.
The brass is a cleaned light mustard patina. The leather wrapped handle is missing
its braided wire and has a couple of small separations. Wiggins Collection.
4-42081 JR 514 (300-500)
842. STARR MODEL 1826 NAVAL CUTLASS. Simple Naval cutlass with 25 1/4
slightly curved blade with single fuller flat iron handguard with round ribbed
wooden grip. The grip with an iron ferrule at each end. The scabbard is all
iron with a reinforced drag and frog stud on the right side. This is one of
two thousand Starrs Cutlass from the 1826 contract. CONDITION. Good; the blade
is mostly a light gray patina with scattered darker spots; missing about 1/8
of the tip. The iron hand guard and scabbard are mostly a dark attic patina
with heavy rust. The scabbard has several dents. Wiggins Collection. 4-42134
JR 506 (400-600)
843. COLLINS SABER BAYONET FOR SHARPS AND HANKINS RIFLE. Brass handled bayonet
with Yaghtahan blade 21 1/4 marked on the left ricasso with the makers
name and address and dated 1861 on the right. The brass handle is stamped 120.
CONDITION. Good, old sharpening marks with scattered pitting over most of the
blade, heavy in the ricasso areas. The brass is a medium mustard patina. Wiggins
Collection. 4-42176 JR 519 (300-500)
844. RARE W.L. EVANS MODEL 1830 FLINTLOCK NAVAL PISTOL. Marked US/W EVANS
in front on the hammer and 1830 horizontally behind the hammer. The barrel is
proofed LS US over a circle P with CI/P proof on the
wood. It has an 8 5/8 round barrel with brass front sight, iron furniture,
captive rammer with belt hook on the left side. It is a reconversion with what
appears to be an original pan with a replacement frizzen and spring. CONDITION.
As noted, reconverted, clean and bright with light pitting around the flash
hole. There is a 1 cut just behind the lock in the wood. Wiggins Collection.
4-42137 JR466 (1,500-1,800)
845. MODEL 1826 NORTH CONVERSION NAVAL PISTOL. Cal .54 perc. Usual configurations
and markings with a cone conversion, lockplate dated 1828, 8 5/8 round
barrel, brass front sight, 1-piece wood stock, iron furniture with belt hook
on left side and visible cartouche on left flat. CONDITION. As noted, good plus.
The metal retains a dark gray/brown patina, very dark on the lock and hammer.
There is a crack between the barrel band and trigger guard otherwise the wood
is sound and dark with a good patina. Wiggins Collection. 4-42118 JR469 (800-1,200)
846. 1826 NORTH FLINTLOCK NAVAL PISTOL. Cal .54, usual markings on the lockplate
dated 1828, 8 5/8 round barrel with brass front sight. 1-piece wood stock
with iron furniture and belt hook on left side. Reconverted from a cone conversion
with replacement frizzen and hammer and a visible cartouche on the left flat.
CONDITION. As noted, regarding the conversion, the wood has a crack from the
front of the lockplate that turns back to the front of the trigger guard. The
metal has been cleaned years ago and now has some artificial aging at the reconversion
and on the front band. Otherwise the wood retains most of an old revarnish.
Good mechanics. Wiggins Collection. 4-42160 JR467 (800 - 1,200)
847. JOHNSON MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION PISTOL. Caliber .54 perc. Standard 1842
pistol, lockplate marked I.M. Johnson with other usual markings
and dated 1854. Usual barrel markings with the outline of two cartouches on
the left sideplate, brass furniture with captive ramrod. CONDITION. Good to
very good, barrel retains 25 -30% plum blue with moderate to heavy pitting around
the nipple and bolster and down the right barrel channel. The wood has a nice
hand rubbed patina with one large gouge and the brass polished bright. The hammer
and lockplate are a medium gray color. Good mechanics. Wiggins Collection. 4-42088
JR463 (700-1000)
848. NORTH MODEL 1808 NAVAL FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal .69, usual markings with
small spreadwinged eagle over U. STATES with standard markings behind
the hammer,. 9 5/8 barrel without sights, belt hook on left side, 1-piece
walnut stock, brass furniture with an iron backstrap. CONDITION. Reconversion
with all metal cleaned to bright, light pitting on the barrel with heavier pitting
on the lockplate which has softened the eagle markings. The wood has a repaired
crack through the wrist and retains most of an old refinish. Replacement ramrod
and sound mechanics. Wiggins Collection. 4-42174 JR465 (500-700)
849. AMES MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION PISTOL. Usual configuration and markings dated
1845, 6 round barrel with brass bead front sight, 1-piece wood stock with
remnants of a cartouche on the left flat. CONDITION. Fair, metal has been cleaned
with heavy pitting around the nipple area and deep pitting on the lockplate.
The front band is an old replacement. There is a splice of wood around the lockplate
screw with several splinters missing around the lockplate and ramrod hole. Good
mechanics. Wiggins Collection. 4-42085 JR468 (400-600)
850. SAVAGE NAVY REVOLVER. Cal 36 Perc. Standard configuration with 7 1/8
octagon barrel with usual patent markings on the top strap, anchor on the top
flat and inspectors initials on the cylinder. Ser 1838. CONDITION. Good plus
all metal surfaces retain a mottled silver brown patina with traces of original
blue on the rammer housing and traces of case colors on the frame and hammer
in sheltered areas. The grips are sound and retain most of an old refinish.
Good mechanics. Wiggins Collection. 4-42154 JR 499 (2,000-3,000)
851. WHITNEY NAVY REVOLVER CONVERSION. Cal .38RF. Tinned version with 7 3/4
octagon barrel with makers name on top flat. Converted with a screwed
in spacer plate, 2-piece walnut grips. The left side of frame has inspector
initials R.C.W with other inspector marks in different areas on
the metal. The barrel, cylinder and grip frame has the assembly number 83 and
the grips are numbered to this revolver. Ser 23014 CONDITION. Very good plus.
The barrel retains 25-30 tin plating with a balance on silver/gray. The frame,
trigger guard and grip frame retains 30-40% tin plating with a balance of a
silvery metal color. The cylinder retains 75-80% or original tin plating. The
grips are excellent with an excellent bright bore; two or three scattered dark
spots. A rare opportunity to purchase a tin-plated Whitney. Wiggins Collection.
4-42139 JR480 (1,000-1,500)
852. REMINGTON NEW MODEL NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .36 perc, usual configurations
with 7 1/2 octagon barrel with standard barrel markings and an anchor
on top flat at the frame. It has 2-piece walnut grips with inspector marks on
the metal. Ser 22952 CONDITION. Good, the barrel retains 50-60% thin blue with
sharp markings. The cylinder and frame are a silver/brown patina. The right
grip has two small pins near the butt; otherwise the grips retain about 50%
original varnish. There appears to be a filled oval in the backstrap. The hand
spring is broken. Excellent bright shiny bore. Wiggins Collection. 4-42147 JR471
(1,250-1,750)
853. COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38CF. Usual configuration
with 7 1/2 round barrel, attached ejector rod and loading gate with 1-piece
walnut grips. The side of the frame is marked with the two line patent date
as well as the original Colts Patent marking. Ser 2889. CONDITION.
All matching including the cylinder except the wedge, which is unnumbered. The
metal retains an even silver/brown patina with some moderate pitting on right
side of frame. The grips have a chip at each toe with hammer marks on butt.
Strong bore with good shine and light pitting. Wiggins Collection. 4-42159 JR479
(800-1,200)
854. REMINGTON MODEL 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal .36 perc. Standard markings with
1861 patent date, cut out slot on the loading lever with 2-piece walnut grips
having a cartouche on the left side and inspector marks on the metal parts.
Ser S17180. CONDITION. Good, barrel retains an even light brown patina with
traces of blue around the front sight and loading lever latch stud. The loading
lever and in the frame gullets retains 5-10% bright original blue with balance
of metal being a medium brown patina. There are wrench marks on the barrel,
and the cylinder has a cracked chamber. Otherwise retains 10-15% original blue.
The grips are sound with a legible cartouche, some slight chips around the edges
and hammer marks on the bottom. Shiny bore with scattered pitting. Wiggins Collection.
4-42082 JR473 (700-1,000)
855. COOPER NAVY DA REVOLVER. Cal 36 Perc. Double action pocket size revolver
with 5 octagon barrel, five shot rebated cylinder and one-piece walnut
grips in a brass grip frame. Ser 4278. CONDITION. About good, metal retains
a blue gray patina overall with fine pitting on either side of the barrel lug
and face of the cylinder. The brass has a dark mustard patina and the grips
retain 50-60% original varnish. Missing one of the frame pins, strong dark bore.
Wiggins Collection. 4-42189 JR 501 (400-600)
856. 1860 ARMY/NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .44 perc. Scarce 1860 model Army
revolver with Navy markings in three places. The barrel with the usual address
on top and an anchor with an E on the left side in front of the
wedge. There is another set of these markings on the cylinder behind the serial
number and a third set on the bottom of the butt. This is a scarce 4-screw model
cut for shoulder stock with brass trigger guard and 1-piece wood grips. Ser
16633. CONDITION. Good. All matching including the wedge and cylinder except
the backstrap which is unnumbered. The barrel and all metal surfaces retain
mostly a silver/brown patina with widely scattered surface rust with some light
pitting around the forcing cone area and on the cylinder. The backstrap has
widely scattered light pitting. The grips have a small chip at the left toe
and appear to have been refinished. Good mechanics and strong dark bore. A scarce
Civil War era revolver. Wiggins Collection. 4-42132 JR476 (1,500-2,500)
857. COLT MODEL 1895 NAVY DA REVOLVER. Cal 38 Colt. Standard configuration
with 6 barrel, two piece wood grips with Navy anchor and inspector marks
on the butt. Ser 455. CONDITION. About good; retains most of an old refinish
to metal and wood. Strong dark bore. Wiggins Collection. 4-42182 JR 500 (200-300)
858. REMINGTON MODEL 1867 NAVY ROLLING BLOCK PISTOL. Cal .50, CF. Martially
marked with 7 round barrel, pinched front sight, inspector marks and anchor
on top of barrel. Usual markings on left side of frame and inspector marks on
right side of the frame. The bottom of the tiny forearm is hand stamped HSS.
The butt with 1-piece wood grip is secured by a single screw through the back
of the grip frame. Accompanied by a single copper cased inside primed cartridge.
Ser 1202 CONDITION. Good to very good with traces of blue at the barrel/frame
junction with balance of metal a silver/gray color. The wood is sound with a
tiny chip at the right side near the frame and bears most of a refinish. Excellent
bright shiny bore. Wiggins Collection. 4-42092 JR478 (1,000-1,500)
859. WHITNEY PERCUSSION NAVY REVOLVER. Cal .36 perc, 6 shot percussion revolver
with 7 5/8 octagon barrel with the makers name, address and an anchor
on the top flat. It has a brass trigger guard and 2-piece wood grips with inspector
marks on the cylinder. Ser 28666. CONDITION. About good, all matching, no original
finish remains, mostly a silver/gray color with dark patina on the barrel flats.
There is a sliver missing from the heel of the right grip, otherwise sound and
clean. Strong bore with scattered light pitting Wiggins Collection. 4-42224
JR470 (800-1,200)
860. BRASS NAVY BELL. Standard ships bell embossed on the outside U.S.N.
8 diameter x 10 tall with a brass clapper having a Lanyard loop
at the bottom. CONDITION. Excellent; with one small chip in the rim. Wiggins
Collection. 4-42125 JR 539 (250-450)
861. STIMSON LARGE NAVY POWDER FLASK. Large brass flask with fouled anchor
over U.S.N. on both sides with two hangers and rings. The top is marked with
the makers name and dated 1845. Opposite the makers name are the inspectors
initials OHP with other inspector proofs on the ring and flask. CONDITION. Very
good, cleaned a long time ago now with a medium mustard patina. There are several
small dents and one larger one toward the bottom with the bottom seam open.
Wiggins Collection. 4-42156 JR 508 (600-900)
862. PAIR OF NAVY BRASS BINOCULARS. Brass bodied marked USN/NO. 88/Day Glass.
CONDITION. Missing the leather wrap around the front objective with the brass
being mostly a medium mustard patina. The right lens is clear while the left
has some cloudy separation. Wiggins Collection. 4-42102 JR 531 (150-300)
863. AMES FOULED ANCHOR USN FLASK. Large brass flask with a fouled anchor on
each side surmountingU.S.N. The top is marked N. P. Ames with inspector
P on the top, on the ring and on the flask. There is an additional
set of initials on the top, L.D.N.. CONDITION. Excellent, retains
about 75% original bright finish, sound and clean with both hangers intact having
only minor handling and use nicks and scratches. Wiggins Collection. 4-42080
JR472 (800-1,200)
864. FEDERAL PERIOD BOARDING AXE. Unusal shaped short handled axe with a 12
1/2 head having a 5 spike on the top and a 5 1/2 x 3 1/4
blade on the bottom. The rear of the blade has two unusual teeth. The right
side of the blade is deeply stamped US/VIM. This marking is the
view mark of John McLean, commissary of military stores state of New York 1801-1802.
The haft is round, 22 1/2 long and a recent replacement. It is secured
in the socket with a rivet. CONDITION. Excellent; retains an overall dark petina
with some light pitting on the blade. Wiggins Collection. 4-42083 JR 520 (150-300)
865. US NAVY DOUBLE END STAMPING DIE. Shaped like a hammer with a 6 head
having a 1 1/2 die stamp on one end and a 1/2 stamp on the other.
The stamps are identical with US on either side of the shank of an anchor. The
right side of the head is marked Mecco Safety with a C inside an eight-pointed
star and the manufacturer name M.E. Cunningham Co. Pittsburgh, PA.
The handle is ash, 15 1/4 long. CONDITION. The metal is a brown patina,
the handle probably a recent replacement, has a crack from one of the front
wedges. Wiggins Collection. 4-42179 JR 522 (250-400)
866. AMES DAHLGREN BAYONET. Usual configuration with heavy 11 5/8 x 1
5/8 blade marked on the left ricasso with Ames name and address and on
the ricasso U.S.N. with inspector initials D.R and on
anchor with the date 1863. Usual brass hand guard and barrel ring with brass
backed handle and wooden 1-piece insert. The pommel is marked with an anchor
and cartouche. CONDITION. Very good, no evidence of sharpening, good polish
to blade with some minor discolorations and a line down each side from
the sheath drag. The brass has a dark mustard patina. The wood is sound although
shrunken away from the handle. Wiggins Collection. 4-42099 JR474 (700-1,000)
867. FEDERAL PERIOD BOARDING AXE. French made boarding axe with 21 1/2
inch ovoid handle with 8 diamond shaped slightly curved spike on top and
a 5 flared blade on the bottom with a belt hook on the left side. The
handle is supported with langettes that extend through the head socket. CONDITION.
Excellent; retains most of its black paint with little evidence of having been
sharpened. Wiggins Collection 4-42178 JR 521 (400-600)
868. EARLY HATCHET WITH CIVIL WAR ERA SCABBARD. Very early hand forged carpenters
hatchet, flat sided with 3 tang down each sides of the haft, a 4
wide blade with double nail puller on trail, edge and a 1 1/4 driving
head on the top. The haft possibly an early replacement is 14 long bellied
in the middle. The scabbard is for a Naval boarding axe made of sewn black leather
and marked on the front Navy Yard/ N.Y./1864 with an anchor on either
side of the date. CONDITION. The axe is very good and has been recently resharpened.
The scabbard is excellent on the front with a slightly crackeled surface; the
back with 25-30% loses. The belt loop and security strap is intact. Wiggins
Collection 4-42126 JR464 (500-800)
869. AMERICAN NAVAL EAGLE HEAD DIRK. 1820-1840 period dirk with 15 3/4
scimitar shaped blade, brass S-shaped handguard with a serpent head at one end
and a dolphin head on the other. The handle is tapered round, reeded ivory with
a brass closed beak eagle head pommel. The scabbard is nickeled steel with brass
furniture having two rings. CONDITION. Very good, the blade is bright and clean
having been recently cleaned. The handle is sound with brass polished. Scabbard
retains most of its original bright nickel with a couple of fingerprints of
brown surface corrosion. Wiggins Collection 4-42157 JR 504 (800-1,200)
870. CIVIL WAR ERA NAVY TELESCOPE. Medium sized brass telescope that extends
to 36 1/2 long and collapses to about 20. The inside tube is marked
Dolland/Day or Night/London and opposite, hand engraved U.S.
Navy 19945. The main body of telescope is covered with tarred canvas hand
stitched in place. CONDITION. The canvas is intact. The front cover is missing
and the rim is damaged. The inside tube with a couple of small dents, good optics.
Wiggins Collection 4-42119 JR559 (700-1,000)
871. EARLY NAVAL OFFICERS DRESS DIRK. 1797-1810 period, resembles a tiny sword
with 9 5/8 slightly curved narrow blade with single wide fuller, brass
cross guard with button quillion and beaded counter guard having a filigree
fouled anchor, single branch knuckle guard that matches the counter guard. The
handle is squared ivory with brass ferrule and square pommel with a pened -over
tang. The handle has a brass band about the middle with a fouled anchor on the
right side and initials AHP on the left side. The scabbard is of all brass with
an applied throat and hanger and a rounded drag. CONDITION. Very good; the blade
has been crudely sharpened without much loss, retains good shine with scattered
surface spotting. All the brass retains a mellow medium mustard patina, the
handle has three or four age lines with nice aged pettina. An early rare and
desirable dirk. Wiggins Collection 4-42153 JR 505 (500-1,000)
872. MODEL 1861 NAVY PERCUSSION SIGNAL PISTOL. Of all brass construction marked
on the side plate U.S.O.Y.W./W.M./1863 (US Orinance Yard Washington),
9 overall length with flared muzzle, having three ports for firing the
Coston flares, center mounted percussion hammer with spur trigger. Ser 3. CONDITION.
Excellent; cleaned a long time ago now with a medium mustard patina. The iron
has a silvery brown patina with scattered pitting. Wiggins Collection 4-42140
JR 502 (1,500-2,000)
873. LOT OF TWO SAILORS POCKET KNIVES. (1) Stag handled with 3-1/4 square
tipped blade, marked on the right side U.S.Navy and Alfred Williams/Sheffield
England on the ricasso, stag handles and a copper lanyard loop in the butt.
CONDITION. Very good. The blade is a light brown patina, has been sharpened
recently on a wheel. The handles are dark, worn and outstanding. The Lanyard
loop is probably an old replacement. (2) Miller Brothers folding knife with
3 3/4 square tip blade marked on the right side U.S. Navy
and Miller/Bros on the ricasso. The handles are rosewood with
a tiny brass stud and lanyard ring on the butt end. CONDITION. Very good, the
metal is a clean metal color. The rosewood handles are great. The right iron
bolster has a small ground off area. The spring is a little weak. Wiggins Collection
4-42078, 4-42129 JR 512 (300-500)
874. LOT OF THREE NAVY CUTTING TOOLS. (1) US Navy marked pocketknife. Made
by Joseph Jeffreis, Sheffield, single blade 3 1/2 long with squared tip
and the right side of the blade marked U.S. Navy. It has heavy stag handles
with iron bolsters and liners. CONDITION. Good; used extensively with a dip
ground in the blade. The handles show much wear with two cracks in the right
side, missing the Laynard loop. (2) W.W.II case hunting type knife. 4 3/4
flat ground blade marked Case on the ricasso and U.S. on the stack leather handle
with the hand stamped name Obie just below. It has a metal pommel
cap and is accompanied by what probably is the original sheath. CONDITION. The
blade is lightly pitted with grind marks on the cutting edge. Handle is very
good. The sheath is dry and worn and shows much use. (3) Celluloid handled torrey
straight razor with Torreys US Navy Razor Strop. The razor
has a small square end blade with lightly figured yellow handles with brass
rivets. The strop is in its original sleeve with red and black printed label
with a center vignette of a sailor standing on the deck of a ship. The strop
is two sided, mounted to a wooden paddled handle with a small metal pull out
tray apparently to keep your razor in. CONDITION. Both items very good with
slight losses to the strop label. Wiggins Collection 4-42116, 4-42079, 4-42206
JR 511 (200-350)
875. EARLY 1800S NAVAL DIRK. Circa 1800-1820. Tiny dirk with tapered 6
diamond shaped blade with etched acorn and oak leaf patterns having an oval
handguard with cast acorn and oak leaf patterns with an inside rope braid. Handle
is tapered round, turned ivory with a brass ferrule. Its original leather sheath
with brass throat and tip accompanies it. All the brass is gold washed. CONDITION.
The knife is good with five to ten percent blade etching still visible with
light pitting over most of the blade. The handle with a few age lines has a
light yellowish patina. The handguard and ferrule retains most of their original
wash. The sheath has a slightly open rear seam with nicks and scratches and
missing the lower hanger stud and ring. The sheath brass retains ten to fifteen
percent original gold wash. Wiggins Collection 4-42100 JR 503 (500-1,000)
876. ADAMS LARGE NAVY POWDER FLASK. Large brass flask with fouled anchor over
U.S.N. on both sides with two hangers and rings. The top is marked with the
makers name and dated 1846. Below the makers name are inspectors initials JSP
with other inspector proofs on the flask. CONDITION. Excellent plus, very dark
brown as found patina. There are one or two very small dents otherwise excellent
overall. Wiggins Collection 4-42185 JR 509 (800-1,200)
877. RARE CIVIL WAR NAVY HOLSTER FROG. Black holster shaped frog with a brass
stud on the front and a belt loop on the back. Embossed on the front NAVY
YARD/NY/1864. CONDITION. Deep crackle surface missing the strap. Wiggins
Collection 4-42148 JR 548 (400-600)
878. LOT OF CIVIL WAR DISCHARGE AND TWO PRE-CIVIL WAR PAY DOCUMENTS. (1) Two
pay documents from the Navy yard in New York, one dated 1848 to J. Vaughn and
the other dated 1856 to J Todd. CONDITION. Both are excellent. (2) Discharge
dated 17th September 1864. Discharging Allen W. Campbell, who was a coal-heaver
from the US receive and ship Princeton. Another note on the form
indicates that Campbell was late of USS Montauk signed by John Calhoun
Captain and William Gulick paymaster. Nicely matted and framed in a gold lined
deep shadow box picture frame. CONDITION. Excellent; slight staining. Wiggins
Collection 4-42191, 4-42164 JR 537 (150-250)
879. LOT OF 15 CIVIL WAR ERA ENLISTED RATE BADGES. Fifteen small squares of
white cloth with black stenciling of several different enlisted rates in a glass
top display case. CONDITION. Generally very good; withsome minor staining and
yellowing. Wiggins Collection 4-42117 JR 524 (250-400)
880. NO LOT
881. LOT OF NAVY PHOTOS, BUTTONS AND MEMORABILIA. Photographs of two late 18th
century sailors wearing the flat top hat, one of which is embossed USS Louisiana.
The other is illegible. The third photograph is of five sailors of the same
era. The display also contains two large gutter percha buttons with stars &
anchors. Two-fouled anchor/USN pins, two gold eagle and anchor buttons and an
officers silver and gold garrison cap pin. There is also a modern USS
Constelation key chain. CONDITION. The two individual photos are excellent and
the group photo wrinkled but clear. The balance of items are excellent. Wiggins
Collection 4-42190 JR 528 (100-200)
882. RARE CIVIL SAILORS SOUVENIR JEWELRY BOX. Made of light oak 8 1/2
x 5 5/8 by 2 7/8. The lid has most of the entire top surface painted
with Naval decorations, having a center vignette of a sternwheel tin clad gun
boat in an engagement against a shore battery. Each corner of the box is decorated
with a sailor holding a quadrant, a fouled anchor with stars and bars shield,
an 1842 Ames percussion pistol, a dohlgren bayonet and two clusters of munitions
with rammers and fouled anchors. The bottom of the vignette has a riband bearing
the name U.S.S. RATTLER. The Rattler was a sternwheeler, purchased
by the Union and used in an engagement on the Mississippi in 1863 called the
Land Cruise. She was later sunk in a storm after hitting a snag
on Dec 30, 1864 and subsequently burned by the Confederates. The front of the
box is fitted with a small brass cabinet lock with two small brass hinges, the
interior is lined with a white fabric material and has rests to support a tray,
which is missing. The bottom is covered with a plum colored paper. CONDITION.
The box is excellent, retains about 95% of its original varnish. The top decoration
is also excellent with bright vivid colors having only minor damage in the upper
part of the vignette. Interior retains about 80% of the white lining and the
bottom about the same of the plum colored paper. Wiggins Collection 4-42124
JR477 (300-500)
883. FRAMED PHOTOGRAPH OF ADMIRAL CHARLES S. NORTON. Vertical image 5 1/4
x 3 3/4 of a seated naval officer wearing an admirals uniform with heavy
gold epaulets and holding an 1852 pattern sword. At the bottom is a small card
dated 1895 with the notation CS Norton/R. Admiral US Navy/Comdg Slatin.
CONDITION. Slightly yellowed and foxed but the image is sharp and clear. Wiggins
Collection 4-42121 JR 527 (100-200)
884. PRE-CIVIL WAR U S NAVY ENLISTED UNDRESS JUMPER. Handsewn light cotton
duck with blue navy collar and blue triangle shaped cuffs. The right cuff has
an original bone button with the left button missing. CONDITION. Stained to
dirty yellow with collar and cuffs faded to light blue. Wiggins Collection 4-42172
JR 523 (200-400)
885. FRAMED LOT OF 2 POST CIVIL WAR PHOTOS. Contained in a small oak frame
with black matting. Top photo is 3 1/2 x 1 3/4 and depicts a 3 masted
man of war entitled off New Orleans, LA/July 14, 1870. The bottom photo
is 5 1/2 x 3 3/4 with the image being a group of Naval officers
seated and standing aboard a sailing ship. It is entitled Officers, U.S. Sloop-Of-War
Tuscarora/ 1870. CONDITION. Sepia colored and slightly faded but the images
are still sharp and clear and will be mostly identifiable. Wiggins Collection
4-42113 JR 526 (200-300)
886. CIVIL WAR NAVAL SERVICE MEDAL. These medals were not created until about
1905 and only approximately 2,600 Navy personnel
ever applied for them. This medal is 1 1/4 in diameter x 1/8 thick,
appears to be bronze with the obverse the Battle of the Monitor and Merrimac
with The Civil War around the top and 1861-1865 around
the bottom. The reverse has an early spread winged American eagle holding a
fouled anchor in its talons with United States Navy around the top
and For service across the bottom. The edge is hand engraved C.
Will 1st class boy U.S.N.-U.S.S. Pawnee is attached with a brass ring
through a half blue and a half gray ribbon. CONDITION. Excellent; the obverse
retains 10-15% original finish and the reverse 25-30% finish. The ribbon colors
are bright with the top edge hand sewn. Wiggins Collection 4-42168 JR 534 (800-1,200)
887. COLLECTION OF TWELVE NAVY BUTTONS. Eleven brass buttons and one gutta-percha
button. The buttons are identified from the period 1798-1941. CONDITION. All
generally appear to be excellent. Wiggins Collection 4-42180 JR 540 (900-1,200)
888. CIVIL WAR NEW TESTAMENT. Dated inside the cover Presented, New York,
1863. The facing leaf is signed in ink John K. Byrne USS Port Royal
on both sides of that page. Inside the back cover is hand written in pencil
Mr. John K. Byrne/USS Port Royal/Mobile Bay/August 12 1864. CONDITION.
The front cover is almost completely detached and the pages are yellowed. At
the bottom near the back the first 6 pages have bug damage. Wiggins Collection
4-42150 JR 535 (200-300)
889. PAIR OF CIVIL WAR OFFICER SHOULDER STRAPS. Gold braid border with Navy
blue wool center with a gold braid fouled anchor in the center. These are reportedly
the rank insignia of a Lieutenant. CONDITION. Excellent; the gold is bright
and clean with no evidence of mothing. Wiggins Collection 4-42151 JR 533 (200-300)
890. GUNNERY CATECHISM FOR NAVAL ORDINANCE. Small blue bound book with US Navy
embossed in gold on the cover with crossed cannons and an anchor. Dated 1865
on the fly leaf. 204 pages of charts, tables and instructions for Naval Gunnery.
CONDITION. Fair to good; spine is slightly loose with some light staining; pages
yellowed. Wiggins Collection 4-42188 JR 541 (100-200)
891. NAVAL OFFICERS TWO PIECE BELTBUCKLE. Round buckle with oak leaf and acorn
wrap having an early American eagle holding an anchor in its talons. The inside
is marked Horstmann/philada with both buckle and loop marked 73. CONDITION.
Excellent. Wiggins Collection 4-42089 JR 532 (100-200)
892. SMALL, FRAMED, LOT OF TWO SAILOR TINTYPES. 1. Civil War era 3 1/2
x 2 1/8 of a young man in Naval uniform with a fancy decorated front bib
and tie knotted around his neck. He is wearing plain front britches and high
heel boots. There is a slight tint added to cheeks. CONDITION. Slightly marred
surface with a crisp clear image. 2. Post Civil War sailor in uniform standing
beside a Victorian chair wearing a naval jumper with white knotted aguilet around
his neck that is attached around to his right belt area. He appears to be wearing
button front pants. The chair fabric has been tinted. CONDITION. Very good.
The image is sharp and clear with some minor surface scratches and other black
streaking to outer edges. Wiggins Collection 4-42214 JR475 (300-500)
893. LOT OF 2 CIVIL WAR ERA PHOTOS. (1) Carte-De-Visite sized photo attached
to a card. The image is of a young civil war officer holding a sword leaning
on a pedestal with a Kepi beside him. CONDITION. Small hole at the very top
center and a 1/2 x 1/2 bite missing from the bottom end. The image
is sepi toned but otherwise sharp and clear. (2) Carte-De-Visite sized photo
attached to a card with pencil notation on the back Adml Dalgern
with a two-cent tax stamp below. The image is of a middle-aged man in civilian
clothes with long mutton chop sideburns and moustache. It has a notation at
the top of the plastic envelope identifying the photo as Admiral John Ab Dalgren
who was the inventor of the Dalgren gun a famous naval cannon. Wiggins Collection
4-42131,4-42216 JR 525 (200-400)
894. LOT OF TWO TINTYPE PHOTOS. (1) Civil War era small 2 1/4 x 2
image of a bearded young man wearing an overcoat and plug hat, in an original
pressed cardboard frame. CONDITION. Image is clear with slight tinting to the
cheeks. The frame is worn with a repair to the spine; missing one small section
of the frame. (2) Eighth size sheet of four late 19th century petty officers
in uniform wearing the flat top hat. CONDITION. Very good; sharp image with
one or two small scratches. Wiggins Collection 4-42205, 4-42213 JR 529 (200-400)
895. SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 ARMY/NAVY MUSKET. Cal .52 perc. 3 band musket with
30 round barrel, three barrel bands, saber bayonet lug at the muzzle with
iron patchbox on right side of butt. The barrel, receiver and lock plate with
usual markings. Ser 42733 CONDITION. Good, the metal retains a dark attic patina
with lockplate having been roughly cleaned. About 4 at each side of the
muzzle cleaned bright. The forearm has a couple of repaired breaks at the receiver
and there is a screw hole just below the comb on the left side otherwise the
wood is sound and retains most of an old alligatored amateur finish. Strong
dark bore with two or three large pits. Excellent rifling. Wiggins Collection
4-42138 JR487 (2,500-3,500)
896. WHTINEYVILLE PLYMOUTH RIFLE. Cal 69 Perc. One of ten thousand purchased
by the navy during the civil war with 34 round barrel having a sabre bayonet
mug at the muzzle. It is mounted with a long-leaf one thousand-yard ladder sight.
The lock plate is of the second type, dated 1864; iron mountings with two bands
and a large head ramrod with sling swivels on the lower band and at the toe
of the stock. The left flat has one visible cartouche. Ser 8422. CONDITION.
Very good having been cleaned to bright with light pitting over the bands and
scattered about most of the metal surfaces. The stock has a crack at the front
of the lock otherwise is sound, missing a few slivers along the ramrod channel.
Sound mechanics. Wiggins Collection 4-42111 JR 497 (2,000-3,000)
897. SPRINGFIELD/REMINGTON MODEL 1870 NAVY ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal 50-70.
Usual configuration with 32 1/2 barre, standard sights with the right
side of the receiver marked with the American Eagle and USN/SPRINGFIELD/1870.
The top of the chamber area is marked with an anchor and the left side with
inspector marks. It is fitted with a Saber bayonet lug at the muzzle, slotted
head ramrod, full length forearm and straight stock with smooth steel butt plate
with rack number 9 and H34. Accompanied by a Brass hilt saber bayonet, marked
on the left ricasso USN/GGS/1870 and with the makers name and address
on the right ricasso. The blade is 20 long, double-edged with a single
center fuller. The handle and hand guard are cast brass with an anchor and crossed
cannons at the pommel. Ser. none. CONDITION. Very good; the iron all retains
a dark brown patina with light pitting along the barrel channel and on the sides
of the receiver. The wood is sound and retains most of an old refinish. Strong
bore with lots of shine and scattered pitting. The bayonet is very good. Wiggins
Collection 4-42103 JR 496 (900-1200)
898. MODEL 1879 REMINGTON LEE NAVY BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH BAYONET. Cal 45-70.
29 1/2 round barrel with front sight bayonet lug and 1200 yard rear sight,
inspector marks and an anchor at the chamber area. Flat side magazine with cut
off rib on the left, 1-piece wood stock with smooth steel musket butt plate
also accompanied by single round of early ammunition. Accompanied by an original
socket bayonet without sheath. Ser 1247. CONDITION. Good, the metal retains
a mottled silver/brown patina, the wood is sound with a strange half moon shape
of lighter wood on the left side that appears to be a splice in the area of
a repaired crack. Wood retains most of an old refinish with numerous light handling
and use marks and dings. Worn dark bore. The bayonet retains 75-80% blue on
the blade and about 15-20% on socket and gooseneck with the balance being moderate
surface rust. Wiggins Collection 4-42169 JR491 (500-800)
899. REMINGTON MODEL 1867 ROLLING BLOCK NAVY CADET RIFLE. Cal .50-45. Usual
configurations with 32 1/2 round barrel, front sight bayonet lug with
two-position rear sight. The right side of receiver with inspector marks P/FCW
with an anchor on the left side, full length forearm with slotted head ramrod,
straight stock with smooth steel musket butt plate marked US and
H/27 on the butt plate tang. Accompanied by a single round of original
copper cased ammo and an original socket bayonet. CONDITION. About good, metal
is a cleaned bright silver color with light dings on the receiver and fine pitting
on the sides of the breech block and hammer. The wood is sound with a couple
of screw holes on left side of butt stock and large ding on the wrist. The bayonet
is also about good, being a silver/gray color with moderately pitted socket.
Strong dark bore. Wiggins Collection 4-42175 JR492 (1,400-1,700)
900. JENKS MULE EAR NAVY CIVIL WAR CARBINE. Cal .54 perc, Usual markings with
24 round barrel, brass bands, date 1846, sling ring attached to the rear
of the brass trigger guard. Ser 42.CONDITION. Traces of the original brown near
the barrel channel with balance of metal a silver/brown patina. The wood is
sound and dark with a good hand rubbed patina. Excellent right bore with two
or three scattered brown spots. Wiggins Collection 4-42084 JR486 (1,500-2,000)
901. MODEL 1842 NAVY MUSKET CARTRIDGE BOX. Designed for use with the 1842 musket
and .69 cal Whitney Navy rifle. Large heavy black leather cartridge box with
extra wide scalloped flap, deep embossed USN in an oval. The inside
is lined with two double tin boxes and has two small and one large flap covered
pouches. The center pouch has remnants of sheepskin lining and apparently was
the cap box. The flap has a tab for closure over a brass stud. CONDITION. Crackled
surface with a couple of small nail holes on edge of flap and the closure tap
is deteriorated and broken on one side. No belt loops present although there
are several small holes on each side of the box and a double row of missing
stitching on back of the tab. Wiggins Collection 4-42107 JR554 (400-600)
902. COLT REVOLVER CARBINE NAVY CARTRIDGE BOX. Black leather cartridge box
6 3/4 wide, 5 tall and 1 1/2 thick with a 7 5/8 scalloped
edge front flat deeply embossed USN in a circle. The box is covered
with an inside flap that is embossed Navy Yard/N.Y./1869 with an
anchor on each side of the date. The bottom has a large brass stud and the back
a single wide belt loop. CONDITION. About good, 10-15% losses of finish to flap
with a crackled surface. The closure tab is broken and missing. Wiggins Collection
4-42143 JR555 (200-300)
903. CIVIL WAR NAVY CARTRIDGE BOX Marked Navy*Yard/anchor N.Y. anchor/1863
on the flap. CONDITION. Generally good with light cracking. The strap is frail
but still intact. Wiggins Collection 4-42097 FS509 (250-350)
904. CIVIL WAR NAVY CARTRIDGE BOX. Marked Navy Yard/*PHILA*/1863
on the flap. CONDITION. Generally good with overall cracking. The strap has
been broken and repaired. Wiggins Collection. 4-42167 FS508 (200-300)
905. LOT OF TWO CIVIL WAR ERA ENLISTED MEN BELTS. (1) Civil War oval, lead
filled, brass US belt plate on 2 wide soft black belt with original brass
keeper. The buckle with two-arrow head hooks on one end and an original pointed
prong on the other end. Consignors notes indicate he found this belt and buckle
in a closet in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania about 1960 CONDITION. The buckle and
keeper show recent polish with several small nicks and dings with one larger
one on the U. The belt is soft and beginning to deteriorate probably
from the application of neatsfoot oil. (2) Civil War seamans belt, 2
wide black belt approximately 41 long with Spragues improved patent
buckle which is blued iron with a metal reinforcement at the end, secured with
two copper rivets to the belt. CONDITION. Dry and crackled surface but still
sound and probably useable. Wiggins Collection 4-42128, 4-42133 JR 510 (500-750)
906. 1889 DA COLT HOLSTER. Black leather flap holster embossed on the flap
in an oval USN. The flap has a more recently added snap. The plug
is still intact and the belt-loop a later addition. CONDITION. As noted; very
good. Wiggins Collection 4-42120 JR 547 (100-200)
907. LOT OF TWO NAVY SWORD BELTS. (1) Sash belt, 7/8 wide x 31
long with double row of stitching made of fine black leather with a tiny Navy
gold washed 2-piece buckle with Eagle & Anchor. CONDITION. Excellent retains
about all the leather finish and original gold wash on buckle. (2) Regulation
sword belt probably from around the turn of the century, 1 5/8 wide with
double row of stitching, 34 long with regulation 2-piece Eagle & Anchor
buckle with sword hangers and snaps. CONDITION. Good to very good, the leather
shows moderate wear with some lose of finish toward front with lightly crackled
finish. Both hanger straps in good shape. Wiggins Collection 4-42215 & 4-42105
JR550 (200-500)
908. LOT OF THREE NAVY CARTRIDGE AND CAP BOXES. (1.) Cap or fuse box 3 5/8
long, 3 3/4 high x 2 3/8 thick, black leather, end- opening with
flap and brass stud, marked on side Navy Yard / Washington / 1902.
CONDITION. Crackled finish on lid otherwise sound with a little damage on the
closed end flap. (2.) Cal .38 Colt speed loader cartridge box, black leather,
5 1/4 long, 2 high x 1 3/4 thick, USN in an oval
on the flap with brass snap closure, lined with a wooden block with cutouts
for two 6- rd speed loader and 6 spare cartridge. CONDITION. Crackled finish
with one belt loop broken otherwise good. (3) Hitchhock patent 50-70 cartridge
box for rolling block rifle. Black leather 7 long, 3 high and 2
inches thick, dark brown leather with deep embossed USN in an oval
on the flap. End opening with brass stud having a sewn in leather spacer in
the lid with two belt loops on the back. The back is marked Manufactured
by/Joseph J. Walton/New York/Hitchcocks Pat/Oct. 7.1879 Contains a full
box of UMC 50-70 ammunition. CONDITION. The box is very good with some minor
handling and use scratching on the lid, slight surface crackling to the belt
loops, otherwise outstanding. The cartridge box shows wear and handling with
minor staining and fading to label. Wiggins Collection 4-42094, 4-42098 &
4-42106 JR553 (400-700)
909. LOT OF TWO NAVY CAP AND CARTRIDGE BOXES. (1) 1851 revolver cartridge and
cap box, tin lined, black leather, 4 3/4 long, 4 high and 1 3/4*
thick with a 5 1/2 wide scalloped edge flap deeply embossed USN
in an oval. The box has an inner flap that is marked Navy Yard/N.Y./1861
with an anchor on each side of the date. The front of the box has a small rounded
sheepskin lined pouch for caps. CONDITION. Very crackled surface on the flap
with some losses of finish. The inner flap also crackled and the cap pouch closure
tab deteriorated and weak. The outer flap tab broken and missing. The tin liner
is missing three of its small dividers. (2) Heavy leather double flapped cap
box. The outer flap with closure tab for over brass stud is deeply embossed
USN in an oval. The inner flap is marked F.A.N.I.F.F.E./U.S./ORD.DEPT/SUB
INSPECTOR and hand stamped across the bottom of the flap R.NECE.
CONDITION. Very good the flap is crackled but retains most all of its original
finish, the inside flap is very good and the box is sound, slightly crackled.
Wiggins Collection 4-42093 & 4-42108 JR556 (300-500)
910. NAVAL OFFICERS SHOULDER BOARDS. Pair of heavy gold shoulder boards with
Lieutenant grade insignias and silver fouled anchor in the center. They are
contained in a Japanned oval tin carrying case with a belt container in the
bottom. CONDITION. The shoulder boards are excellent and retain most of their
original gold finish with velvet and felt linings. The case is very good with
most of its original black paint. Wiggins Collection 4-42158 JR562 (500-800)
911. CIVIL WAR ERA NAVAL OFFICERS PILLBOX CAP. Navy blue wool 7 diameter,
3 high with green lined black bill a narrow chinstrap with a gold button
at each end, a gold fouled anchor with gold wreath and two 1/8 gold bands
around the body. It is lined with brown cotton with padding in the edges and
a thin brown sweatband. This hat is reportedly from 1861 -1863 and the two gold
bands around the body reportedly indicate more than 12 years service by the
officer who wore it. CONDITION. Small line of mothing on left side another at
the back, with some minor tracing on top, otherwise sound, retains good color
and shape, the bill is slightly crackled and the interior shows moderate wear.
Wiggins Collection 4-42152 JR552 (800-1,200)
912. LARGE QUARTER MASTER CORPS MESS TIN. Tinned steel, round corner tub, 15
1/2 long, 12 wide by 8 1/4 high with wire handles on each
side with a fitted matching lid having an another handle in center and embossed
U.S.Q.M.C./54/S.S.M.W.Co. /INDPLS.IND. with a similar embossing
on one end. CONDITION. Good to very good retains 40-50% original OD paint with
a sound bottom. Wiggins Collection 4-42223 JR557 (100-200)
913. CIVIL WAR SAILORS SERVICE RECORD. This is the handwritten record of the
Civil War Naval Service of Thomas McNiff who enlisted Sept 24, 1862
in New London, CT. for a term of one year as a landsman. The archive records
indicate he was born in Ireland and was occupied as a blacksmith and was 21
years old at date of enlistment. It further indicates he was discharged on Sept
23, 1863. Framed certificate 25 1/2 tall x 15 wide with a spread-winged
American eagle and flags at the top with a variety of Union badges around the
border. CONDITION. About good several tears along the edges and water stains
along the top and left edge, regardless, the colors are still crisp and bright
with the handwritten service record completely legible. Wiggins Collection 4-42183
JR563 (300-400)
914. NAVAL OFFICERS DRESS UNIFORM SHOULDER BOARDS, BELT AND HAT. Cased set
that belonged to Capt. Arthur Kennedy Adkins, Naval Academy Class
of 1905 retired in 1940 and died 1964. The set consists of a heavy leather case
with Adkins calling card in the lid indicating he was an Asst. Naval Attaché
at an American embassy somewhere. It contains a pair of heavy gold shoulder
boards without rank insignia, his blue and gold silk covered leather belt with
gold washed 2-piece buckle and his beaver cocked hat with heavy gold braid at
each end and two gold stripes up one side. Inside the hat is marked with a Washington
D.C. label. CONDITION. The hat shows moderate wear to the top and sides otherwise
excellent. The belt is overall excellent. The shoulder boards are very good
with the red lining loose. The case lid is detached at the hinge and the tie
down straps are broken, otherwise sound and dirty. Wiggins Collection 4-42091
JR561 (500-1,000)
915. LOT OF TWO EARLY NAVY HATS. Both are turn of the century-Spanish American
War era. (1) 1894 model petty officers pill box hat, 8 1/4 diameter, Navy
blue wool flared flat top hat with stained mustard colored 1 1/2 band
around the bottom, a chin strap over the short bill with a gold Navy button
on each side. The front is affixed with fouled anchor gold plated pin with silver
USN. The inside is woven straw with a black sateen liner. CONDITION. Very good,
no signs of mothing, sweat band in intact, label is missing. (2) 12 diameter
pancake seamans flat hat. Made of Navy blue wool with gold USN across
the front of the ribbon band, the inside lined with lighter blue cotton. The
center hand marked G.L. Garner/USN. CONDITION. One tiny moth spot,
dirty with two or three stains on top, old lettering is faded. Wiggins Collection
4-42177 & 4-42155 JR551 (250-400)
916. EARLY 19TH CENTURY NAVAL BOARDING PIKE. A complete boarding pike with
7 tapered square point, tapered socket with 8 langettes attached
to an 88 round haft with a turned knob at the butt. It is complete with
its original leather boot for the point. The haft is in old dark green or black
paint. CONDITION. Excellent brown surface patina on the metal, the haft is sound
and retains about 90% good paint. The boot is worn and very flexed in fragile
condition. Wiggins Collection 4-42144 JR565 (1,000-1,500)
917. SPANISH AMERICAN WAR NAVAL PIKE. The last of the last US Naval pikes issued
for use on Naval vessels. It has a 9 3/4 diamond shape spear point with
tapered socket secured to a 44 tapered round ash shaft with a 4 3/4
tapered round iron butt cap. CONDITION. Very good slightly tipped with some
heavy rust to the blade. The haft probably a recent replacement is sound and
clean. Wiggins Collection 4-42123 JR564 (150-250)
918. 1797 PATTERN NAVAL BOARDING PIKE. 7 tapered square point hand forged
with a tapered socket and 9 langettes attached to a 25 section of
its original haft. The langettes are secured to the haft with 3 crude rivets.
CONDITION. Overall brown patina very dark down the haft. The haft shows much
wear and handling and is very dark. Wiggins Collection 4-42232 JR560 (250-400)
919. US NAVY SINGLE-STICK (PRACTICE SWORD). Oak construction with 29 1/4
oval shaped blade, 35 1/2 overall with round handle and heavy leather
cup guard. CONDITION. Excellent with rounded tip. It appears that a keeper or
washer is missing from the front of the handguard, now secured with a nail.
There is a crack in the leather near the front hole. Wiggins Collection 4-42114
JR 513 (200-300)
920. POST CIVIL WAR NAVAL OFFICER SWORD. Narrow 30 blade and single fuller
with no makers marks, engraved on left side William Randall Sayles Jr
in script writing and United States Navy in script writing on the
right side. Small pierced hand guard with oak leaves and acorns and USN
with a dolphin quillion that merges into a single knuckle guard with eagle and
stars pommel. The handle is ray skin wrapped with wide gold wire decorated bands.
Accompanied by its original leather, wood covered scabbard with brass fitting
and a dolphin drag with braided rope hangers. CONDITION. Good to very good,
the blade retains 85-90% of nickel plating, the hand guard and pommel about
95% of its gold wash. The skin wrapping is cracked at the inside and has two
minor losses on the topside. The scabbard retains traces of its original gold
wash and the leather has lost most of its original finish. The sword was apparently
stored for a lengthy period of time outside of the scabbard and is now difficult
to insert and withdraw. Wiggins Collection 4-42163 JR490 (300-500)
921. LOT OF TWO EARLY NAVAL ITEMS. (1) Wooden battle alarm rattle; maple construction
8 long by 3 3/4 wide with a handle having two offset star wheels
that when activated press and release wooden slats that make a noise. The end
opposite the handle is weighted with an iron plate. The lower flat is marked
USN/1862. CONDITION. Excellent retains most of its original finish
with some light dirt. (2) Early iron bar shot. Dumbbell shaped iron, 11 1/2
long with two mushroom rounded ends 4 in diameter separated by a 7 1/4
square rod. Designed to be fired from a cannon at another ship theoretically
to tangle and tear away their rigging. CONDITION. Apparently submerged in water
for a long period of time with heavy caked rust on the rounded ends and exposed
grain patterns on the connecting bar. Wiggins Collection 4-42109, 4-42187 JR
507 (600-900)
922. CIVIL WAR BOARDING PIKE HEAD. Type III Pike head 19 overall length
with a 7 tapered square point atop a tapered socket with 9 1/2 langettes
down each side. Consignor states this pike head was formally in the Bannerman
Collection. CONDITION. Very good slightly tipped with some light pitting, file
marks on socket and moderate pitting on the langettes, retains a dark brown
patina overall. Wiggins Collection 4-42087 JR558 (250-350)
923. LOT OF MISCELLANEOUS CARTRIDGES, BULLETS AND PRIMERS. (1) UMC 50 Navy
blanks. Thirteen rounds-Cartridge excellent; box good. (2) Full box of Winchester
45-90, 300 grain bullets, green label tied with string-poor box. (3) Winchester
improved No. 3W primers, red label, 12 primers-good. (4) One Civil War 58 Cal
paper cartridge, stained but good. Wiggins Collection 4-42198, 4-42199, 4-42203,
4-42204 JR 546 (50-100)
924. LOT OF MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS. (1) Pair of Harvard Lock Co. shackles marked
USN. Made of blued steel with a 15 chain and includes a key-Light rust-good.
(2) Lot of four old cap tins-fair to good. (3) Plain leather shot pouch-1 lb.
size-Very good. (4) Lot of two musket cap tins, Goldmarks and UMC US Army caps.
(5) Two homemade leather shot pouches with wooden plugs-fair to good. Wiggins
Collection 4-42197,4-42186, 4-42201, 4-42194, 4-42192 JR 543 (100-200)
925. LOT OF THREE MISCELLANEOUS NAVAL ITEMS. (1) Small colt pocket flask. Brass
flask with spread wing eagle, 13 stars, one sided, missing the spring and lever.
(2) Salad fork by Harmon on AA silver plate marked on the handle USN. Good;
tarnished. (3) Civil War era gunners gimlet. 9 1/2 long by 3/16
diameter with a gimlet screw at the end and a turned wooden handle on the other.
The handle is marked US with an anchor. Rusted and brown patina. Excellent handle.
Wiggins Collection 4-42171, 4-42190, 4-42217 JR 530 (150-250)
926. LOT OF FIVE CIVIL WAR RELATED ITEMS. (1) Small repoussed brass sheild
pin with fouled anchor and Dalgrin gun surrounded by stars and holly leaves.
This is the Corps badge of the second division 1st Corp Army of the Potomac
- Dark chocolate overall. Excellent. (2) Small gold plated fouled anchor with
USN across the middle and a rectangular plate with red border and blue center
having a single star. Marked on the back Sterling-Excellent. (3) Civil War patriotic
token with lady liberty on the front dated 1863 and Our Navy on
the reverse-dark patina-very good. (4) Insurance company token advertisement
for the Metropolitan Insurance Co. Marine and Fire dated 1852. Two to three
dings on the rim, dark patina, good. (5) Navy good conduct medal with maroon
ribbon. Metal excellent; ribbon good. Wiggins Collection 4-42211, 4-42209, 4-42227,
4-42145, 4-42208 JR 538 (250-400)
927. LOT OF TWO LIGHTING DEVICES. (1) Civil War era tin bulls-eye lantern.
3 1/2 diameter x 8 tall having a double heat shield on top with
folding wire handles on the back and a clip for attaching to a vehicle. The
front cover is hinged for access to the burner and has a 2 3/4 wide, thick
convex glass lens. The burner is a small tin reservoir with double wicks. Across
the bottom is a small wooden handle to open and close a shutter for signaling.
CONDITION. Very good; the lens housing has been crudely resoldered many years
ago; otherwise the entire metal surface is dark with traces of original lacquer
paint. (2) Bright star, brass two cell flashlight stamped on the outside U.S.N.
and has a 1 1/2 convex glass lens. CONDITION. Worn, with only about 10%
original nickel plating remaining. With new batteries and bulb it should function.
Wiggins Collection 4-42207, 4-42225 JR 536 (200-400)
928. LOT OF THREE EARLY SAILORS PERSONAL ITEMS. (1) Gutapercha soap box/shaving
cup, embossed on the lid Dont give up the ship around a center
medallion of USN and a fouled anchor. It has a mirror in the lid-Faded
to light chocolate brown on the top, dark brown on the sides. (2) wooden handle
shaving brush of boar bristle with decorated handle and three strand braided
navy knot wrap-Several cracks around the brush; otherwise excellent. (3) Scrimshawed
bone handle metal eraser marked Miller Bros USA. The handle is a
bone 4 3/8 long with a slight flare at the butt, scrimshawed with a sailor
wearing a flat top hat, two hearts pierced with an anchor, a 3-masted sloop
and two branches with leaves-Excellent. Wiggins Collection 4-42130, 4-42135,
4-42161 JR 542 (400-600)
929. LOT OF BULLET MOLDS AND RELIC PISTOL. (1) Colt type 36 Cal. iron two cavity
bullet mold-about good. (2) Colt marked 31 Cal two cavity bullet mold-good.
(3) Two ball molds one marked 100 and the other marked 44. (4) Relic bar hammer
pistol missing the side plates, grip and nipple. Wiggins Collection 4-42195,
4-42196, 4-42193, 4-42210 JR 544 (150-250)
930. LOT OF TWO PERSONAL SAILORS ITEMS. (1) Black Moroccan sewing kit containing
10 small spools of thread, a pair of scissors, two needles and ten buttons.
Four of the leather buttons are marked with an anchor. The front flap is embossed
with a gold fouled anchor. (2) A tiny devotional book with embossed covers titled
Daily Food. Inscribed inside the cover John S. Sewall.
Sewall was apparently on the expedition to Japan 1850-1854. The book is dated
on the fly leaf 1854. Wiggins Collection 4-42136, 42149 JR 545 (150-250)
931. LOT OF EARLY SAILORS PERSONAL ITEMS. (1) Hand-carved wooden needle case,
5 5/8 long x by 7/8 diameter, our case is made of dark wood that
appears to be walnut or ebony with a bone button on the cap and a turned finial
on the other. The cap is fitted with a cork that closes the end. Inside are
three sail makers needles. The center is marked USN, scratched and
dinged with a couple of grain checks; overall good. (2) Small display case containing
a small oil cloth pouch of Number 14 sail makers needles with eight original
needles-Packet excellent; needles with some rust. (3) Sail makers palm, leather
strap that fits around the hand, over the thumb with a metal leather lined pad
for pushing a needle through sail cloth-Excellent. Wiggins Collection 4-42200,
4-42146, 4-42218 JR 549 (100-200)
932. FAMOUS COLT ADVERTISEMENT BY SCHOONOVER TEX AND PATCHES Very
famous Colt advertisement depicting a young lawman with a badge on his vest
wearing a Colt single action sitting astride his horse Patches.
This version has advertising at both the top and bottom. It is complete with
both bands and framed with narrow pine wood. CONDITION. Fair to good. The image
is completely intact but is dark and water stained at the top with bug damage
and a couple of tears at the bottom, none of which affect the main image. Should
be matted and re-framed for better preservation and display. 4-41785 JR439 (400-700)
933. BRITISH POWDER BUCKET 8 diameter, 20 1/2 high. Painted canvas
outer lining has British coat of arms 6 wide and 4 1/2 high on one
side. The interior canvas is not coated. CONDITION. 3 small repair spots, otherwise
solid. The coat of arms has minor cracking but little loss of finish. The leather-carrying
strap is dried and cracked. 4-41072 FS387 (500-1,000)
934. FRINGED BUCKSKIN JACKET. Consignor states this jacket is 19th century
Oklahoma. It is small size, either for a small man or large woman. The lower
front has a patch pocket on each side with fringed top and stag button with
a scalloped edge; the cuffs are also scalloped, as is the collar and completely
around the bottom edge. The front originally had 5 stag buttons, 1 of which
is missing. The yoke and trailing edge of sleeves are also fringed. CONDITION.
Fair with several repairs and some loose stitching. The cuffs show much wear
and the collar is worn through. An opportunity to own a nice piece of Americana.
4-41134 JR108 (1,000-1,500)
934A MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER AMMO POUCH, FRAZIER 4570. The black leather pouch
fitted with brass oval plate and in relief NY. Interior without
wood cartridge holder. Size is 7 Þ long. CONDITION: Black leather worn
in places but generally pliable. Separation on one side of the back seam, surface
of front worn. (not illustrated) 4-41782 (200-400)
935. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 TRAP DOOR LINE-THROWING GUN. Cal 45-70. Wonderful
original cased set consisting of a trap door Springfield receiver with a 12
1/2 barrel, Buffington rear sight, single barrel band on a cut down stock
with a cartouche dated 1889. Attached to the muzzle end of the barrel is a black
painted metal fitting with straps and clamps that hold a line canister. Accompanied
by its original pine trunk case with cutouts for the gun, clamps for 2 spare
canisters of line and a box in the corner for ammunition. The lid is fitted
with a rack for ten brass line throwing weights. Both spare canisters of line
are present along with 3 wooden marlin spikes, 2 boxes of 45-70 blanks, a tin
of 10 45-70 blanks and all 10 of the brass rods. Also included is the original
instruction sheet for the Bridger line-throwing gun issued by the
Naval Company. Ser. 441513. CONDITION. Excellent, appears unused, retains most
of its original refinish with scattered pitting over the barrel and receiver.
Line canisters and weights are excellent. The ammunition tin is unopened. The
carrying box retains a dark patina on the outside with light wood color on the
inside. Posner collection. 4-41998 JR338 (1,000-1,500)
936. LOT OF 6 POWDER HORNS. 1. 9 1/2 light weight horn with carved spout.
Wooden plug with copper/brass ring is attached with iron brads. Cond. Very good
with light cracks and some insect damage. 2. 9 1/2 heavier horn, similar.
Cond. Plug missing, several splits and chips. 3. 13 horn with European
brass nozzle #156. Turned wooden plug with screw fill plug. Cond. Cleaned and
scratched, mellow patina on spout. 4. 9 5/8 horn with carved spout and
turned wood plug attached with brass headed nails. Cond. Not old but very dirty.
5. 15 greenish horn with carved spout and domed wooden plug attached with
pegs. Cond. Has been refinished at the plug but some light cracks remain. 6.
7 1/2 lightweight horn with carved spout and flat wooden plug attached
with different nails. Cond. Many scratches but appears to be sound. Messenger
Collection FS 502 (200-500)
936A. FRENCH A.N. 13 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. 7-3/8 octagon to round bbl, 70
cal. Reconversion. CONDITION. Barrel heavily pitted, lock has been filed to
remove pitting. Ramrod is a replacement. The nose cap, side plate, trigger guard
and butt cap have a star over G inspector mark and have been polished and slightly
toned. The stock has been shattered and repaired using new wood and filler.
4-41009 FS318 (300-600)
937. REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD GERMAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Unmarked convex flintlock
with round iron barrel 10.75 long. Proofmarked at breech with an intertwined
LS. Heavy brass furniture. Butt cap with lanyard ring. Trigger guard
is engraved LE 41 and 4 CS No. 122. Ash wood stock.
Posner collection. CONDITION. Good. All metal surfaces are covered with rust
and medium to light pitting. Fore stock is cracked and chipped. Heavy patina
overall. Mechanically fine. Posner collection. 4-42050 CW173 (2,000-2,500)
938. BELGIAN LONG BARREL PERCUSSION PISTOL. Engraved unsigned back action percussion
lock. Octagonal iron barrel, 14.5 long approx. 45 caliber on walnut stock
with brass and German silver furniture. Chipped carved and banded butt stock.
Iron ramrod. Posner collection. CONDITION. Good. All metal surfaces are dark,
uncleaned and heavily patinated. Stock shows medium to heavy wear. Nipple is
smashed. Posner collection. 4-42049 CW175 (200-400)
939. US MODEL 1835 SINGLE SHOT MARTIAL PISTOL. In original flint, the lock
plate is signed A. Waters/Milbury, MS/1838. 52 caliber, round iron
barrel with iron swivel ramrod and iron furniture on walnut stock. CONDITION.
Very good. Barrel is heavily pitted. Inspectors cartouches are visible. 1 chip
out of stock behind lock. 4-42072 CW187 (1,000-1,200)
940. MEDITERRANEAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Original flintlock with engraved but illegible
signature. 12.5 round iron barrel with decorated and engraved iron furniture.
Serpent side plate on black walnut stock with ivory nose cap. Posner collection..
CONDITION. Very good. Metal surfaces are gray with light pitting. Stock shows
heavy to medium wear. Posner collection 4-42048 CW174 (400-600)
941. RUSSIAN PERCUSSION SINGLE SHOT PISTOL. Iron barrel, 12.5 long @
50 caliber with unmarked back action percussion lot. Unguarded ball trigger
and walnut stock with ball butt and lanyard ring. Posner collection. CONDITION.
Very good. All metal surfaces are dark, uncleaned and lightly pitted. 1 barrel
band is missing. Stock has minor chips and dents. 4-41020 CW169 (500-700)
942. MIDDLE EASTERN TOURIST FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. about 60. 12 3/8 original
octagon to round bbl., with relief engraving in floral and leaf patterns. The
balance of the gun is modern carving and casting made for the tourist trade.
The 1-pc stock is carved over most of the area with a serpent head on the butt
with little metal teeth. The lock, top tang and side plate are surrounded with
brass wire inlay. CONDITION. The barrel shows much wear with a brown patina,
the balance is new. 4-41014 JR140 (100-200)
943. MID EASTERN FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS. No serial number, Cal .50, 10 1/4
octagon to round swamped barrel. Decorated with demasence silver and brass work.
Silver (plated?) butt plate, brass trigger guard. CONDITION. Smooth brown patina
overall. The stock has been varnished over dense scratches and repairs. Mechanically
needs work. 4-41790 FS322 (500-800)
944. ASTON MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION PISTOL. Cal 54perc. 8-1/2 bbl, brass
furniture, lock plate marked vertically behind the hammer and dated 1846 on
both lock and tang. Usual markings elsewhere, two legible cartouches. Posner
Collection. CONDITION. Very good, all the metal is a gray metal color with light
pitting around the nipple and top of the barrel. The stock has two hairlines
around the rear lock plate screw, otherwise is sound with good polished patina.
Very good mechanics. Posner collection 4-41905 JR221 (600-900)
945. MIDDLE EASTERN OR RUSSIAN FLINTLOCK BELT PISTOL. Cal. 58. 11 Þ octagon
to round bbl. in a 1-pc highly figured wood stock having a repoussed metal cover
over most of the barrel and forearm, the entire left side plate is also covered
with an ornate repoussed metal plate. The lock is marked with what appears to
be Cyrillic writing and fine engraving. The wrist is wrapped with two bands
of braided silver wire secured with brass tacks. The butt cap is brass with
a typical iron lanyard ring. CONDITION. About good, the metal overlays show
moderate wear and retain traces of their original gold wash. The exposed metal
has a deep brown patina and the stock a nice patina with a small crack back
of the lockplate, good mechanics. 4-41013 JR139 (300-500)
946. FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS. No serial number, cal .50, 12 3/4 octagon
to round swamped barrel. Lock marked with rampant lion over a bar. Normally
used by the East India Co. The furniture and lock appear to be altered Brown
Bess parts. CONDITION. Brown patina overall mixed with grease and light surface
rust. The rear 4 of the trigger guard is missing and the wood has been
filled with a piece of non-matching wood nailed in. The stock has been varnished
over this repair. The tip of the trigger is broken off, otherwise mechanically
good. 4-40996 FS321 (1,000-1,500)
947. EARLY FULL STOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE. Cal. 53 smooth bore. Attributed to Wolfgang
Haga, this classic buck and ball rifle is of very high quality with raised carved
teardrop side panels, raised carving around the top tang and with large raised
carved arabesque patterns around the tiny cheek piece with some minor incised
patterns. Has a 45 octagon to round barrel with turnings at the transition.
The barrel is fitted with a brass front sight and small fixed iron rear sight,
brass furniture with three faceted guides and a simple nose pipe. The forestock
is secured with four brass wedges. The thick brass sideplate is lightly engraved
and has a small screw at the rear in addition to the two lockplate screws. Rather
plain faceted trigger guard with a 5 1/4 lightly engraved toe plate. The
buttplate is heavy brass with a short faceted top tang, the cheek piece inlaid
with an eight pointed star having a German cross in the center and with an oval
silver wrist plate. A later engraved 4-pc brass patch box has been added to
the right side of the stock. It is fitted with a Ketland & Co. lockplate
with flat gooseneck hammer. The iron trigger has a reverse curl. CONDITION.
Several repairs and old splices to the forestock and around the lock and sideplate
are barely noticeable and do not detract from the overall appearance. The barrel
retains an overall dark patina with scattered light pitting and wrench marks
around the chamber and pan area. This area also redressed and aged. The wood
has a wonderful mellow, dark patina and would make a nice addition to anyones
collection. 8-85752 JR284 (4,500-6,000)
948. CUT DOWN 1858 ENFIELD MUSKET. Cal. 58 perc. Owner suspects Confederate
used. Small anchor stamped on stock, it appears there were letters above the
anchor now obliterated. Usual configuration with barrel cut to 31. Rear
sight removed, forestock and ramrod shortened accordingly, brass buttplate and
trigger guard. CONDITION: As noted, the barrel and lockplate retain a silvery
gray patina with light to moderate pitting in the nipple area and the front
of the lock. Lockplate markings mostly illegible. Sling swivel missing. Also
stock cut and spliced under barrel bands. 4-40791 PFC696 (800-1000)
949. L.M. LELAND PERCUSSION FOWLING PIECE. Cal .20 bore, half stock with wooden
ramrod rail on the bottom, 38 octagon to round bbl, two brass guides and
brass nose pipe with original brass tipped ramrod having its original iron tip
with worm. The trigger guard and butt plate are brass, lightly engraved and
the escutcheons are snowflaked pattern german silver. The top flat of the bbl
is marked L.M.Leland. Augusta, ME as is the lightly engraved back-action
lock. The top left flat has British proofs. CONDITION. Very good plus, the iron
retains a dark brown attic patina with moderate to heavy pitting around the
bolster and nipple area. The brass retains 75-80% gold wash and the stock about
all of an excellent restored finish. 4-42249 JR 583 (1,000-1,500)
950. REVOLUTIONARY STYLE IRON CANNON. 32 long, 1 5/8 bore, on heavy
oak sled type carriage, 35 long. CONDITION. Heavily pitted metal parts,
the carriage appears to be a reproduction. 4-41791 FS260 (2,000-4,000)
950A. COLT NO. 3 DERRINGER. Cal 41RF. Nickel finish, 2-1/2 round bbl
with 2-pc. bird head wood grips. Posner Collection. Ser 1689. CONDITION. Very
good plus, retains most of its original nickel plating that is in need of cleaning.
The grips are very good with only sharp edge wear, excellent bright shiny bore.
There is one small nick at the breech end of the barrel. Posner collection 4-41984
JR256 (400-700)
950B. MINNESOTA FIREARMS PROTECTOR PISTOL. Cal. 32 RF extra short. Nickel finish,
1 Þ bbl., with gutta percha side panel. The center escutcheon on the cover
marked with the manufacturers name and model. Ser. 1026. CONDITION. Poor,
right side panel missing as are the hammer and internal mechanisms except the
cylinder which remains. The left side panel is dull but intact with only a minor
chip and is secured by a replacement screw, 70-75% dull nickel remains. 4-41015
JR119 (200-300)
951. ENGRAVED BELGIAN FOLDING TRIGGER REVOLVER. Cal 32 S&W. Dainty little
folding trigger revolver with 2-1/8 ovoid-shaped bbl, nickel finish with
beautifully engraved frame and cylinder with fine arabesque patterns over 75%
of the surface. The hammer, trigger, ejector rod and cylinder pin are gold plated.
The back strap is also nicely engraved and it is fitted with beautiful pearl
grips. Posner Collection. Ser-6126. CONDITION. to be new, unfired, retaining
virtually all of its original nickel and gold finish. About perfect grips and
pristine bore. . Posner collection 4-41991 JR287 (400-600)
952. *LOT OF TWO REMINGTON OVER/UNDER DOUBLE DERRINGERS. Cal 41RF. (1) Blued
finish, 3 stacked bbls with center rib, late one-line address with checkered
black composition grips. Ser 69. CONDITION. Very good, retains 93-95% barrel
blue and about 90% frame blue. Grips show moderate wear, excellent bright shiny
bores, trigger return spring broken. (2) Nickel finish, identical to one above
with real pearl grips. Ser 99048. CONDITION. Excellent, retains virtually all
of its original bright nickel finish with minor storage and use nicks and dings.
Excellent grips and excellent bright bores. Posner Collection. 4-41949, 4-42010
JR258 (800-1,200)
953. LOT OF THREE SMALL POCKET PISTOLS. (1) Stevens Model 41 tip up pistol.
Cal 22. Nickel finish, 3-3/4 octagon to round bbl, spur trigger with 2-pc.
wood grips. Ser #1. CONDITION. Good plus, the barrel retains about 50% original
nickel with the balance polished metal. The rest of the gun retains 90-92% strong
bright original nickel. Excellent grips that retain 95-96% varnish. Bore is
very dark and pitted. (2) Sharps 4-bbl Derringer. Cal 30RF. Brass frame with
checkered gutta-percha grips and 3 bbl cluster. Ser 11094. CONDITION.
Good, the barrels retain a dark brown patina with scattered pitting and rust,
the frame is a light to medium mustard color. The bores are dark with strong
rifling. (3) Sharps Model 3B 4-bbl Derringer. Blued finish with checkered gutta-percha
grips, 3-1/2 bbl cluster with vertical extractor between the bbls. Ser
7295. CONDITION. Good, retains 85-90% of an old reblue with lightly pitted frame.
Most of the right side legend polished off, very good grips and good bores.
4-41814 JR222 (900-1,200)
954. LOT OF FOUR SMALL FOLDING TRIGGER REVOLVERS. (1) Tiny German hammerless
revolver with 1-7/8 bbl, five-shot, top break with thumb safety and dainty
diamond checkered grip panels. Case colored receiver and blue cylinder with
British proofs. Cal 25CF. CONDITION. Good, retains traces of blue on the barrel,
50% blue on the cylinder and about 50-60% bright case colors on the frame. Slightly
pitted bright bore. (2) French hammerless folding trigger, 1-5/8 bbl with
case colored frame and diamond checkered wood grips. Marked on the top of the
frame Jules Gervais/Anvers with articulated ejector and thumb safety.
Accompanied by a small leather clutch purse holster. Ser-none. CONDITION. Excellent,
retains 94-96% blue on the barrel, cylinder and ejector. The frame retains 93-95%
fading case colors. Excellent grip. (3) Unmarked Belgian Velo Dog five-shot
revolver. 1-3/4 ovoid shaped bbl with articulated ejector rod, push button
hammer safety and real pearl grips. Accompanied by a small leather clutch purse
holster. Ser-none. CONDITION. Good, the barrel and frame retain no original
finish, being mostly a silver gray patina. The cylinder retains 60-70% bright
blue. Excellent grips. (4) Cal 32RF. American made spur trigger revolver. Appears
to be a Smiths patent with octagon bbl cut to 2, nickeled brass
frame and 2-pc. wood bird head grips. Ser 4470B. CONDITION. As noted, very good,
the barrel and cylinder retain 80% plum blue, the frame 85% nickel. Very good
grips. All four Posner Collection. 4-41986, 4-41898, 4-41985, 4-41900 JR259
(700-1,000)
955. SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal 32RF Long. Nickel finish,
6 bbl with 2-pc. varnish wood grips. Accompanied by a 1950s leatherette
covered maroon velvet lined, French fitted presentation case that has been artificially
aged and a full box of Umc 32RF short, 2-pc. box with orange label having a
picture of the Smith & Wesson old model no. 1-1/2 revolver. Ser 62495. CONDITION.
About good, retains about 60% strong bright nickel, flaked at the muzzle, barrel
lug, forcing cone area, and cylinder to a dark patina with scattered fine rust.
The grips retain about 75-80% original varnish. Strong dark bore. The case is
good, and the ammunition has a sharp, bright label. 4-41816 JR241 (400-600)
956. LOT OF THREE SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL TIP-UP REVOLVERS. Cal 22 Short.
(1) Second issue, blue barrel and cylinder with silver plated frame and 2-pc.
rosewood grips. Accompanied by a period flap belt holster with diamond decorations
on the front. Ser 96612. CONDITION. Very good to excellent, retains about 80%
blue on the barrel, thin on the left side with light flaking elsewhere. The
cylinder with complete visible patent dates retains about 95% bright blue. The
frame retains 95-97% silver plating with minor nicks and dings and fine edges
showing brass. The grips have one or two fine hairline cracks and retain about
90% original varnish with moderate nicks, scratches and handling marks. Excellent
bright, shiny bore with two or three spots of pitting. Holster very good. (2)
Second issue, blued barrel and cylinder with silver plated frame and rosewood
grips. Ser 111327. CONDITION. Fair to good, the barrel retains traces of blue
in the gullets and it and the cylinder are covered with fine rust pitting. Patent
date on the cylinder completely visible. The frame retains 80-85% silver plating,
boogered side plate screw, excellent grips that retain 95% varnish. Strong,
bright bore with scattered light pitting. (3) Third issue, nickel finish with
bird head grips. Ser 112068. CONDITION. Fair to good, retains 75-80% nickel
finish, dark on the cylinder and the right side of barrel. Grips retain about
40% varnish. Strong dark bore that may clean better. Posner Collection. 4-41983,
4-41901, 4-41993 JR286 (800-1,200)
957. LOT OF TWO SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL THIRD ISSUE REVOLVERS. Cal 22
short. (1) Blued finish, 3-1/4 bbl with 2-pc. wood bird head grips. Ser
105147. CONDITION. Very good, the barrel and frame retain 92-94% bright blue,
thinning slightly on the barrel and grayish on back strap. The cylinder is a
light gray patina. Excellent grips that retain 95% original varnish, good bore
with pitting. (2) Blue & nickel finish, 3-1/4 bbl, rosewood grips.
Ser 49443. CONDITION. Very good. Mismatched-the blued barrel and cylinder have
the #21, while the nickeled frame has the above serial number. The barrel retains
85% original blue, thinning on the sides, the cylinder a blue-gray patina and
the frame retains 90-93% strong original nickel. Excellent grips and bright
bore with one or two spots of rust. Posner Collection. 4-42007, 4-42054 JR238
(500-800)
958. COPY OF SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY. Cal 32RF. Blued finish with 5-13/16
octagon keyhole bbl, square butt and 2-pc. walnut grips. The top of the rib
has a German silver bead and is hand engraved Smith & Wessons
Revolver No. 1765. The left upper flat has two small proofs that appear
to be English, consisting of crossed scepters and a tiny crown. The same proof
appears over each chamber on the cylinder. The front of the cylinder is stamped
WxG as is the inside of the barrel lug. The rear half of the frame
on both sides, the back strap, butt and front edge of cylinder are all engraved
with a double fine line. At first glance, this revolver would fool about anyone
it is such a precise copy. Ser 1765. CONDITION. Excellent, the barrel and lug
retain 91-93% strong bright original blue. The cylinder retains 60-70% flaked
blue. The frame retains 50-60% flaked blue turning patina. The grips retain
about 90% strong original varnish. Dark bore with traces of rifling that may
clean substantially better. Posner Collection. 4-41961 JR289 (1,000-2,000)
959. LOT OF THREE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1-1/2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVERS. Cal
32 S&W. (1) Nickel finish, 3 bbl, monogrammed mottled red and black
bird head composition grips. Ser 23506. CONDITION. Excellent, retains 96-98%
strong bright original nickel. Excellent bright grips and bright, shiny bore
with a couple of spots of rust. (2) Nickel finish, 3-1/2 bbl, walrus ivory
grips. Ser 2158. CONDITION. Good plus, retains 93-95% bright original nickel.
Excellent grips and strong dirty bore. The cylinder stop is not functioning
with the hammer down. Series of rust spots along the back strap and butt and
around the face of the cylinder. (3) Nickel finish, 3 bbl, monogrammed
black composition grips. Ser 89612. CONDITION. Good to very good, retains 91-93%
original nickel with scattered flaking turning patina in the flaked areas. The
back strap with brown spots and light rust. Grips are very good, showing moderate
wear. Strong dark bore that may clean better. Posner Collection. 4-41980, 4-41997,
4-41948 JR299 (700-1,200)
960. LOT OF THREE ANTIQUE SMITH & WESSON REVOLVERS. (1) 32 S&W. Third
model 32 double action, nickel finish, 3 bbl, black composition grips.
Accompanied by its original maroon hinged lid box with orange label and pencil
number on bottom. Ser 117061. CONDITION. Excellent to new, appears unfired,
retains virtually all its original factory finish, excellent grips with the
left turning brown. Pristine bore and excellent box. (2) Baby Russian, first
model, single action. Cal 38 S&W. Nickel finish, 3-1/4 barrel, black
composition grips. Accompanied by a green hinged lid box with orange label,
not numbered to this gun. Ser 9307. CONDITION. Very good, retains 92-93% strong
original nickel. Flaked to about 60% on the cylinder. The grips are very good,
very good bore with one or two small pits. Very good box. (3) Third model 38
double action. Cal 38 S&W. Blued finish, 3-1/4 bbl, black composition
grips. Accompanied by a maroon hinged lid box with green label, numbered to
this gun. Ser 192079. CONDITION. Very good, retains 80% strong bright original
blue with the missing areas flaked to light patina. Moderate muzzle wear and
a light cylinder line, excellent bright shiny bore. Very good box. Posner Collection.
4-41907, 4-41924, 4-41937 JR218 (1,000-1,500)
961. *LOT OF TWO SMITH & WESSON NEW DEPARTURE REVOLVERS. (1) Cal 38 S&W.
Third model, nickel finish, 3-1/4 bbl, monogrammed black composition grips.
Ser 205658. CONDITION. Excellent, appears unfired, retains about 99% bright
original nickel. Excellent sharp grips, pristine bore. (2) Cal 32 S&W. Third
model, nickel finish, 3bbl, monogrammed composition grips. Ser 102956.
CONDITION. Excellent, appears unfired, retains 96-99% bright original nickel
with scattered light flaking on the right side and around the side plate. Grips
have turned chocolate brown. Pristine bore. Posner Collection. 4-41921, 4-41927
JR297 (500-700)
962. *LOT OF TWO SMITH & WESSON REVOLVERS. (1) Second model safety hammerless.
Cal 32 S&W. Nickel finish, rare 2 bbl with deep gold medallion pearl
grips. Ser 139729. CONDITION. Very good, retains 92-93% dull nickel with several
small spots of rust at the muzzle, right side of the barrel and on the cylinder.
Trigger guard retains about 90% bright original blue and the trigger about 95%
bright case colors. Excellent bright grips and bright shiny bore. (2) Fourth
model DA. Cal 38 S&W. Blued finish, 4 bbl with black composition grips.
Ser 491864. CONDITION. Very good, retains 94-96% strong bright blue with light
muzzle wear with widely scattered spots of rust near the muzzle. The cylinder
with about 30% losses to flaking, with light flaking on the grip frame. The
trigger and hammer retain about 90% bright case colors. Pristine bore. Posner
Collection. 4-41902, 4-41918 JR220 (600-1,000)
963. LOT OF TWO ANTIQUE SMITH & WESSON NEW DEPARTURE REVOLVERS. (1) Cal
32 S&W. First model, nickel finish, 3 bbl, beautiful pearl grips.
Ser 84981. CONDITION. Excellent, retains 97-98% or more original bright nickel
with small areas of flaking on the front sight and bottom of the butt with a
thumbprint of rust on the bottom of the barrel. Grips are excellent, pristine
bore. (2) Cal 38 S&W. Third model, nickel finish, 3-1/4 bbl, monogrammed
black composition grips. Ser 103093. CONDITION. Excellent plus, retains 95-97%
strong bright original nickel with one spot of rust at the tip of the rib on
the barrel. Some flaking on the right side of the frame and a peeled area on
the cylinder. Excellent sharp grips & pristine bore. Posner Collection.
4-41925, 4-41996 JR298 (500-700)
964. *SMITH & WESSON PERFECTED DA REVOLVER. Cal 38 S&W. Nickel finish,
3-1/4 keyhole bbl, top break with the perfected cylinder latch on the
left side of the frame, black monogram composition grips. Accompanied by its
original black hinged lid box with directions in both the lid and bottom with
the original rare hang tag, having a date of March 1, 1917 and the price $18.50.
Ser 41270. CONDITION. Very good, retains most all of its original nickel plating
with heavy rust freckling on the right side. Appears unfired. The hammer and
trigger retain virtually all of their original bright case colors. Pristine
grips and bore. The box is very good with fuzzed corners and missing about 2
of the inside back part of the rim, which is included in the box. Posner collection
4-42020 JR285 (500-800)
965. *ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL NEW DEPARTURE REVOLVER. Cal 38
S&W. Nickel finish, 4 keyhole bbl with light factory engraving in
arabesque patterns over the frame, top strap, cylinder & back strap. Fitted
with deep gold medallion pearl grips. Ser 207422. CONDITION. Dirty, in need
of cleaning. Retains 92-93% strong original nickel, the right grip with a small
crack and chip at the medallion, bright shiny bore with a few spots of rust,
latch spring broken. . Posner Collection 4-41882 JR211 (600-900)
966. RUSSIAN COPY OF A LARGE FRAME SINGLE ACTION SMITH & WESSON REVOLVER.
Cal. About 44. Has the general appearance of a S&W Scolefield with 6 Þ
keyhole bbl. and smooth 2-pc wood grips with lanyard ring in the butt. The sides
of the frame and barrel are gold and silver damascened in various patterns with
about 50% coverage. The top rib of the barrel is marked with Cyrillic lettering
and the serial number and with what appears to be imperial Russian crest. Ser.
98140. CONDITION. Fair, only traces of original finish remain with the exposed
metal being a brown patina. The last 2 of the bbl. shows heavy wear as
do the grips, one pin missing from the frame. Poor bore. 4-41033 JR127 (300-500)
967. GERMAN COPY OF SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 RUSSIAN REVOLVER. Cal appears
to be 44 Russian. Very good copy with 6-1/2 keyhole bbl, integral front
sight, missing top strap screw with finger rest trigger guard, smooth wood grip
panels and a lanyard loop in the butt. Ser 3897. CONDITION. Good, no original
finish remains, an even blue gray patina overall, very good grips with nicks
and dings on both sides, strong bore with scattered pitting. . Posner Collection
4-41883 JR213 (400-600)
968. SMITH & WESSON SCHOFIELD REVOLVER. Cal 45 Schofield. Blued finish,
with 2-pc. wood grips, markings in the usual places with U.S. on the toe of
the butt and inspectors marks in various places on the metal. The barrel
has been reduced to 5-1/2. Ser 1735. CONDITION. Good, retains 30-40% of
an old reblue with scattered fine pitting. The grips show much wear, with a
chip at the left toe and the bore with strong rifling has scattered pitting.
Two or three boogered screws. Cylinder lock inoperative. 4-41810 JR243 (1,000-1,500)
969. LOT OF TWO ANTIQUE SMITH & WESSON REVOLVERS. Cal 38 S&W. (1) Second
model new departure. Nickel finish, 3-1/4 bbl, monogrammed black composition
grips. Ser 18890. CONDITION. Excellent, retains 96-97% bright original nickel
with scattered pimples and flaking from poor storage. Appears unfired with excellent
sharp grips and pristine bore. (2) Second model single action. Nickel finish,
3-1/4 bbl with pearl grips. Ser 2399. CONDITION. Excellent, retains 96-99%
bright original nickel with minor scattered flaking, several lines around the
cylinder, excellent bright grips, and bright shiny bore with one or two pits.
Posner Collection. 4-41942, 4-41938 JR296 (600-800)
970. LOT OF 3 ANTIQUE SMITH & WESSON REVOLVERS. (1) 32 S&W, 1st model,
new departure, nickel finish, 3 1/2 barrel, monogrammed black composition
grips. Ser. 25184 CONDITION. Good to very good, retains 91-93% nickel, moderately
worn grips, shiny bore with pitting. (2) 38 S&W, 2nd model, single action
spur trigger revolver, 3 1/4 barrel, monogrammed black composition grips.
Tiny British proofs on the barrel and cylinder. The backstrap engraved with
the name A. Fitz-Gibbon Ser. 60341 CONDITION. Excellent +, appears
unfired, retains virtually all its original nickel finish with 1or 2 spots on
the barrel and a few more opposite on the right side of the frame. There are
several small pinpoints of rust on the right side of the barrel lug. Excellent
grips, turning brown. Strong shiny bore with 3 spots of rust. (3) 38 S&W,
3rd model, new departure, nickel finish, 3 1/4 barrel with monogrammed
black composition grips. Ser. 106629 CONDITION. About good, retains about 90%
original nickel, turning brown where the nickel is gone, moderately worn grips,
strong bore with light pitting. Posner collection. 4-41892, 4-41913, 4-41923
JR334 (500-800)
971. LOT OF FOUR SMITH & WESSON REVOLVERS. (1) Third model 38 DA. Cal 38
S&W. Nickel finish, 4 bbl, black composition grips. Ser 197520. CONDITION.
Fair, retains 30% nickel, good grips, fair bore. (2) Old model 1-1/2. Cal 32RF.
Nickel finish, 3-1/2 bbl, wood bird head grips. Ser 60638. CONDITION.
Fair, retains 50% nickel with interspersed dark patina, good grips, very good
bore. (3) Third model 32 New Departure. Cal 32 S&W. Nickel finish, 3-1/2
bbl, black composition grips. Ser 105188. CONDITION. Fair to good, retains 65%
nickel interspersed with brown patina. Very good grips, poor bore. (4) Third
model 38 DA. Cal 38 S&W. Nickel finish, 3-1/4 bbl, black composition
grips. Ser 290865. CONDITION. Good, retains 85% chemical spotted nickel, may
clean up. Good grips, excellent bore. Posner Collection. 4-42014, 4-41935, 4-41941,
4-42016 JR294 (400-700)
972. LOT OF 3 ANTIQUE SMITH & WESSON BREAK-TOP REVOLVERS. (1) 38 S&W,
3rd model new departure, blued finish, 3 1/4 barrel with embossed black
composition grips. Ser. 99275 CONDITION. Good to very good, retains 85-90% original
blue, thin on the cylinder and about half the barrel. The grips show moderate
wear with the right side turning chocolate. Excellent bright shiny bore. (2)
38 S&W, 3rd model, double action, blued finish, 3 1/4 barrel with
embossed black composition grips. Ser. 191822 CONDITION. Good, retains 80-85%
original blue, thin and turning patina over about half the barrel and cylinder
with thin grip frame. Cylinder has light surface rust. Good grips show moderate
wear. Excellent bright shiny bore. (3) 32 S&W, 1st model, new departure,
nickel finish, 3 1/2 barrel and beautiful pearl grips. Ser. 56190 CONDITION.
Excellent to new, appears unfired, retains 98-99% strong original nickel with
slight flaking in the right side of the frame and a spot of rust on the side
plate. The trigger guard retains about 98% bright blue and the trigger about
80% bright case colors. Side plate has 2 or 3 small scratches with more on the
right side of the frame. Excellent bright grips and bright shiny bore. Posner
collection. 4-41909, 4-41908, 4-41884 JR333 (700-1,000)
973. LOT OF THREE ANTIQUE REVOLVERS. (1) Iver Johnson hammerless top break.
Cal 32 S&W. Blued finish, 4 bbl with black owls head composition
grips. Accompanied by its original 2-pc. brown alligator pattern box. Ser 97064.
CONDITION. Excellent, retains 96-97% bright original blue with a small area
of flaking on the right side and some scratches on the cylinder. Shows very
little use. The box is missing its internal spacer and has several broken corners
and edges. (2) Smith & Wesson 2nd model single action. Cal 38 S&W. Nickel
finish, 3-1/4 bbl with black monogrammed composition grips. Ser 51587.
CONDITION. Good to very good, mechanically excellent. Appears unfired. Retains
about 90% original nickel with fine flaking on the frame and barrel. The grips
are fine with a chip at the right bottom. Excellent bright, shiny bore. (3)
Smith & Wesson 1-1/2 single action. Cal 32 S&W. Nickel finish, 3-1/2
bbl, black composition grips. Ser 63875. CONDITION. Good, retains 85-90% original
nickel interspersed with worn and flaked areas of patina. Good worn grips and
bright bore with scattered pitting. Posner Collection. 4-42023, 4-41934, 4-41951
JR295 (500-800)
974. LOT OF THREE LEVER-ACTION BB GUNS 1) King model 2136, slab wood stock,
no forearm. CONDITION. Good, 95-96% blue, good wood, works. 2) Daisy #102 model
36. Plastic stock, no forearm, weak spring. CONDITION. Very good plus. 3) Daisy
model B. Slab wood stock, no forearm. CONDITION. Good, works well. Messenger
Collection 4-41829 JR413 (100-200)
975. LARGE INDIAN KINDJAL Beautiful mideastern double edged dagger with 18
1/4 x 2 1/4 blade, 23 1/2 overall length with typical shaped
jasper handles. The blade is a bright steel with a single deep half-round fuller
having light inlay decorations on one side of the blade. The handles are secured
with two iron rivets that have gold damascened caps and escutcheons on one side
with gold damascening on the exposed edges of the tang. The handle has a 5/8
band of lightly repoussed silver with fine leaf and floral patterns. The sheath
is wood, covered with black leather having beautifully repoussed silver throat
that extends 7 3/4 down the sheath and a matching repoussed tip 7 3/4
long. The decorations wrap completely around the sheath and consist of Indian
writing at the top with a tiger eating an antelope, a hawk carrying an eagle,
an antelope and a bird surrounded by leaf and vine patterns. The 3/8 wide
hanger loop is covered on the outside with gold damascening. It is missing the
two side knives from the back of the sheath. This beautiful knife is accompanied
by parts of an original belt consisting of twenty-two 3/4 x 3/4
pyramid-shaped silver-plated brass links and two buckle ends in identical patterns
1 5/16 x 1 5/16 and smaller pyramid links for the hanger. CONDITION.
The blade is excellent and shows evidence of old sharpening with little or no
losses to the blade. The handles are bright green with one hairline between
the escutcheons on one side. There are two small chips at the pommel and the
remains of a red felt washer where the handle meets the sheath. The sheath is
good to very good with two or three small spots of losses to the leather, about
a 2 opening on one edge and a tiny tip missing from the bottom silver
decoration. The silver is dark tarnished. The belt is mostly a green oxidation
with the leather dry and rotted. 4-42074 JR451 (500-1,000)
976. LARGE JAPANESE MULTI-BLADE KNIFE. Large and small knife blades, scissors,
saw and bottle opener remain, the knife and fork are missing. CONDITION. Light
to moderate, the stag horn scales are very good. 4-41035 FS323 (100-200)
977. LOT OF 2 EUROPEAN FOLDING KNIVES. (1) Massive Spanish stag handle folding
lock-back sash knife having an 8 x 1 3/8 flat ground spear point
blade with etched game scene on the left side consisting of a stag and 2 hounds
in a mountain scene and a soldier on horseback. Just above the ricasso is etched
TOLEDO. The handle is 8 7/8 long with 6 1/8 stag scales.
The bolsters and liners are iron with flared caps on each end. The lock back
spring is most of the length of the back, wraps around the middle and is held
with a pin. The release lever is also iron. CONDITION. Very good with some spotting
to the exposed part of the blade and a few small nicks on the cutting edge.
(2) Czech raebuck-foot lock-back folding pocketknife. Made on typical German
design using a raebuck foot, complete with dewclaws and hoof. The front bolster
is repoussed German silver with a stag head and crossed rifles with a hunting
bag. The blade is 3 3/4 clip point and marked on the right ricasso A.W./WADSWORTH
& SON/CHECHOSLOVAKIA (sp) CONDITION. Good, the leather of the foot
and hooves are very good and retain about half their original finish. The blade
has been sharpened and reduced by about 1/4. Posner collection. -42038,
4-42039 JR336 (800-1,200)
978. L.F. & C UNIVERSAL BOWIE KNIFE. Slim bowie knife with
9-1/4 clip point blade 1-3/16 wide just in front of the ricasso.
It has a 1/8 elliptical German silver hand guard with dark flat stag scales.
CONDITION. Very good to excellent, the blade retains 75-80% original polish,
having been professionally cleaned. The stag handles are excellent. 4-41078
JR371 (500-700)
979. COLT CAST IRON TRIVET. Early filigree cast iron trivet produced by Colt
that measures 6-1/2 x 4, arrow head shaped with the stylized Colt
name cast into the center. CONDITION. The rear half is rusted and heavily pitted.
The other half is bare cast iron. 4-41057 JR370 (100-200)
980. NYDAR OPTICAL SHOTGUN SIGHT. Patented optical sight, the forerunner to
todays modern red dot and other see-through sighting devices. Consists
of a flat base which would mount to a base attached to the shotgun barrel and
uses a series of mirrors to project two concentric rings onto a glass screen.
CONDITION. Very good, missing the gun mount, with only minor edge wear. 4-41838
JR309 (50-100)
981. SCARCE LAMSON & GOODNOW BOWIE KNIFE. American made bowie knife with
7-1/2 x 1-1/8 clip point blade with brass forward swept hand guard
and dark brown stag handles. Marked on the blade with makers oval mark,
having a fouled anchor in the center. Accompanied by an original type simple
1-pc. brown leather sheath that incorporates a belt loop on the top with a sewn
front side. CONDITION. The blade has been professionally cleaned, but retains
some of its original polish toward the upper edge. The handles are excellent
and the sheath very good. 4-41079 (750-1000)
982. GERMAN HIRSCHFANGER HUNTING SWORD. Late German hunting sword with 14 1/4
x 1 1/8 flat ground single edged blade having etched decorations of a
variety of game scenes, hunters and hunting trophies on both sides. The riscasso
is marked with a Knights head and has a brass scallop shell counter guard with
double stag hoof hand guard. The handle is honey colored stag with three brass
acorns, a decorated ferrule and an oval decorated brass pommel cap with acorn
finnial, accompanied by an original black leather scabbard with brass throat
having an acorn button with black leather frog, missing its brass tip. CONDITION.
The sword is very good to excellent with minor discolorations on the blade.
The scabbard, as noted, is otherwise very good with an excellent, probably not
original, frog. 8-85980 JR462 (550-750)
983. LOT OF 14 SAILORS POCKET KNIVES. Tag in walnut box indicating that
they belong to ships carpenter Michael Martin. Half of them are unmarked,
others have various makers including Saynor, Koch & Co., Cataraugus, J.
Russell and Jefferies, Sheffield. The last is also marked U.S. NAVY.
CONDITION. Very good overall with some light rust. Many of the blades are well
worn and sharpened. Messenger Collection 4-41728 FS235 (300-600)
984. FINE IVORY COLORED CELLULOID CASED MANS HYGIENE SET. Monogrammed
AH on the lid. The same monogram is also on the velvet-lined morocco
leather carrying case. Both are marked LEUCHARS & SON with London
and Paris addresses. Contains two straight razors, a pocket knife, nail file,
two scissors, and a buttonhook. All except scissors have tortoise-shell handles.
The earwax pick is missing. CONDITION. Both cases are excellent. The blades
have very light surface rust. The tip of one scale on the pocketknife is broken
off and missing. Messenger Collection 4-41535 FS232 (500-1000)
985. REMINGTON SINGLE-BLADE POCKETKNIFE. 3 ß pocket knife. Black horn
scales. CONDITION. Fine overall. Blade has been sharpened and has some marks
on the side. Messenger Collection 4-41728-2 FS237 (300-400)
986. LOT OF 6 SPECIALTY KNIVES. 1) Unmarked butterfly knife with 4 Þ
bowie blade. Brass hilt with bone scales. CONDITION. Very good to fine with
light pitting on the exterior portion of the blade. 2) Combination knife, fork
and spoon by New York Knife Company. 3 ß blade, German silver spoon. Both
wood scales are carved with various sets of initials. CONDITION. Scattered light
surface rust and pitting on knife and fork. The tip of the spoon is bent. There
is a chip out of the right scale. 3) Seven-bladed knife with unreadable makers
name. CONDITION. The main blade is well used down to about the same length as
the short blade. Iron surfaces have light surface rust and pitting. The horn
scales have minor damage. 4) Similar five-bladed knife by Jeffery & Co.,
Sheffield. 2 Þ main blade is chipped at the tip. CONDITION. Light surface
rust and pitting overall. The bone grips are dirty but still sound. 5) Four-bladed
knife with 2 Ú main blade with pearl grips. CONDITION. The tip of the
small blade is broken. The spring of the scissors is broken. The left pearl
scale is broken and missing a 3/8 chip. 6) Four-bladed knife by George
May, New York. 2 main blade has been shortened considerably. Hooked blade
has a rasp surface. CONDITION. Main blade is heavily pitted, balance very good
to fine. The ivory scales are also fine. Messenger Collection 4-41728-3 FS238
(500-800)
987. LOT OF 5 LARGE POCKET KNIVES AND AN ADVERTISING KNIFE. 1) The advertising
knife is in the shape of a boot with celluloid scales advertising Utica Club
beer. CONDITION. The small blade is broken, otherwise excellent. Retains most
of the black highlight on the scales. 2) KITCH
/ SHEFFIELD
5 folding saw. Stag scales CONDITION. Gray-brown patina overall. The right
scale is missing a Þ chip. 3) Ulster Knife Co. New York. 4 Þ clip-point
blade. CONDITION. Excellent. 4) Sheffield two-blade lock-back knife with German
silver pommel and bone scales. CONDITION. Tip of the 4 Þ blade has been
broken. Moderate pitting at the base. The scales and German silver are very
good. 5) Unmarked heavy 4 lock-back single blade with bone scales. CONDITION.
Very sharp with signs of grinding on both sides. Most of the front scale on
the left side is missing. 6) Rogers 4 5/8 single-lock blade with Walrus
ivory scales and German silver tip. CONDITION. Age cracks in ivory. Blade shows
signs of sharpening but is very good. Messenger Collection 4-41728-1 FS236 (400-700)
988. LOT OF 3 US MILITARY HATS. 1. US Model 1884 infantry helmet made by Horstmann
Bros. & Co, Philadelphia. Black felt helmet with spike and stamped brass
infantry plate. CONDITION. Mint. 2. US Navy officers pill box style cap made
by PH Herrschaft, 691 Broadway, Brooklyn. Black wool, pillbox type cap with
black wool band at base, circular brass eagle and anchor device mounted on front,
Navy side buttons, gilt cord chin strap and peaked visor. CONDITION. Fair. Tattered
and worn. 3. US Cavalry garrison cap. Pillbox style unmarked. Blue wool, general
service eagle side buttons. Company B 8th cavalry insignia mounted on front
with peaked visor. CONDITION. Near mint. Messenger Collection 4-41669-3 CW144
(300-500)
989. CIVIL WAR FRENCH MADE INFANTRY SHAKO. Of the variety used by a couple
of Pennsylvania regiments during the Civil War. Tall leather shako with stamped
brass eagle infantry shako plate and red, white and blue rosette. CONDITION.
Excellent. Light scuffing to leather body. This example is complete with chin
straps. Messenger Collection 4-41669-2 CW143 (300-500)
990. LOT OF 2 MILITARY HATS. 1. New York state National Guard shako circa 1870
made by Baker & McKenney, 141 Grand Street, New York. Tall blue felt shako
with NY side buttons and 22nd NYNG cap plate. CONDITION. Very good. Several
moth holes in crown. Felt is dirty. 2. Indian War period officers kepi. Made
by Wanamaker & Brown, Philadelphia. Blue wool kepi with tarred leather visor,
gold cord chin strap with eagle infantry side buttons. Front of hat has 62 embroidered
within a wreath. Crown is embroidered with a white 2nd Corps badge with gilt
wire edge. CONDITION. Excellent. Visor is crazed. Messenger Collection 4-41669-1
CW142 (400-600)
991. VERY EARLY CAST IRON SIGNAL CANNON Medium sized signal cannon with 15
1/2 barrel including the 2 1/2 castable. The barrel tapers from
approximately 3 3/4 at the back end and flares out to a flared muzzle
of 3 1/2 with 1 1/8 bore and approximately 1 1/4 trunnions.
It is mounted in a cast iron frame with s shaped cast iron trails
with an overall length of about 20. It has 11 1/2 cast iron wheels
with 7/8 thick rims, each having four heart-shaped cutouts. This appears
to be a very early piece and seems to be filled with dirt or some sort of packed
material within 3 3/4 of the muzzle. The touchhole is approximately 3
3/8 diameter. CONDITION. The barrel has about 75% of a coating OD paint
which appears to have been applied a long time ago over old rust. The wheels,
carriage and trail retain about 60% of a black enamel type finish. All in all,
an early interesting signal cannon that should be restored in someones
collection. 4-41792 JR431 (1,500-2,500)
992. 19TH CENTURY MODEL CANNON Patterned after a 19th century field piece,
with 15 tapered iron barrel, with 5/8 castable, 3/4 trunnions
and 3/4 bore. Mounted on a model field carriage with 11 1/2 metal
rimmed wooden wheels with offset rims. Nearly complete with swabs and rammers,
two tiny hinge lid boxes mounted to the axle and wheel chalk attached to a chain
with folding pivoting arm on the trail. The end of the trail with a heavy iron
pintle ring. CONDITION. The iron is mostly a gray-brown patina signifying some
age. Missing the right side trunnion latch. 9-74161 JR432 (600-900)
993. FABRIC AND LEATHER KNAPSACK. Unidentified 14 x 12 Þ two-compartment
knapsack with thin leather over canvas cover. CONDITION. Numerous repairs to
exterior. Remaining leather is dry and cracked. Buckles are rusty. Messenger
Collection 4-41733 FS231 (100-200)
994. LOT OF 4 WOODEN POWDER KEGS. 1. Kentucky Rifle FFFG by Hazard Powder Co.
7 diameter, 8 1/2 high. CONDITION. Missing one band at the bottom
of the barrel, otherwise fine. 2. Deadshot 7 x 8/12 with American
Powder Co. label. CONDITION. All bands are loose and one is missing. Label and
marking good. 3. American Powder Mills, 7 diameter x 9 3/4 high,
CONDITION. keg missing stopper end, label is good but probably did not come
on this keg, one band is missing and stopper end is missing. 4. 7 X 9
keg with star and diamond mark on bottom, 3 stopper hole. CONDITION. Remaining
end with mark is split, the bands are loose. Messenger Collection 4-41665 FS255
(400-800)
995. LOT OF TWO WOOD CANTEENS. 1) 5 Ú diameter 7 3/8 long with
five iron bands, three on one end, two on the other. CONDITION. Freeze crack
on bottom three staves. Even brown patina on riveted hoops. 2) 3 1/8 diameter,
5 Ú long. Turned cherry (?) canteen with pine ends. CONDITION. Split opposite
spout runs halfway across canteen. Much of the caulking is missing from both
ends. Messenger Collection 4-41658 FS234 (150-300)
996. CIVIL WAR SOFT CANVAS KNAPSACK. Standard contract tarred canvas knapsack.
Shoulder strap marked F.L. Richards/Inspector/New York. CONDITION.
Very good. All straps are present but dry and flaking, minor tears and holes
in canvas. Messenger Collection 4-41828 CW183 (100-200)
997. REPRODUCTION BREAST PLATE. CONDITION. Gray patina overall, some tearing
at rivets, the skirt is loose. Messenger Collection 4-41734 FS270 (150-300)
998. GERMAN (NAZI) BANNER. Nazi banner of red cotton with applied white and
black swastika in a circle 17 in diameter. 3 sides of the banner have
applied white tape border and bottom edge is fringed. Banner measures 30
x 32 with sleeved top edge for pole. CONDITION. Excellent with only light
discoloration. Messenger Collection 4-41723-1 CW126 (200-400)
999. ARMY MEMORIES. A set of twelve 16 x 19Army lithographs published
in 1887. Image size 11 Þ x 9. All signed Louis Harland on the print,
some with pencil signature on the matting. The blue velvet cover with embossed
silver colored leather decoration in the middle has silk ties, top, bottom and
right edge. A two-color printed index and description with poems completes the
set. Accompanying the lot is a copy of Abercrombie & Fitch ad for this item
in 1972 at $1,500. CONDITION. Some stains to the index plate and exterior carrying
case. Images are fine. The cover is fine, the ties are all torn and some missing.
Messenger Collection 4-41671 FS230 (1,000-2,000)
1000. LOT OF 2 CONFEDERATE VETERAN FLAGS. 1. Confederate First National pattern
measuring 39 x 27 has 7 white linen stars sewn in a circular pattern
on a blue canton with 2 red and 1 white stripe. CONDITION. Very good. Minor
holes and light staining overall. 2. Confederate rectangular St. Andrews
Cross Naval Jack of red bunting with welted ends. Blue St. Andrews cross
with white border and 13 applied stars. All machine sewn. CONDITION. Very good.
Light staining here and there, colors have faded. Both flags date to the period
1880-1920. Messenger Collection 4-41723-3 CW128 (500-800)
1001. CIVIL WAR 34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG. American flag Civil War period having
34 hand applied stars on a blue canton with 13 red and white stripes of wool
bunting. Size. 4 x 6. All hand sewn. CONDITION. Excellent. No major
holes or tears, a couple of the white stripes are stained. Messenger Collection
4-41723-2 CW127 (500-800)
1002. LOT OF 7 PIECES OF MILITARY LEATHER. 1 black leather bayonet shoulder
sling. 1 pair of white buff saber straps. 2 waist belts. 2 saber knots. Various
other broken pieces. CONDITION. All are dry, cracked, broken and in relic condition.
Messenger Collection 4-41702 CW131 (100-200)
1003. NO LOT
1004. US NAVY MODEL 1816 BOARDING PIKE. Standard issue U.S. boarding pike with
iron spike pointed tip and straps on original haft with carved wooden ball at
bottom, measures 8 long overall. There is some documentation from the
consignor that this was purchased from Bannerman from the ship USS Constitution.
CONDITION. Spike is dark, uncleaned and rusty. Some losses to paint on haft.
Messenger Collection 4-41681 CW136 (600-1,000)
1005. BRITISH NAVAL BOARDING PIKE. Measuring 73 overall, this boarding
pike has a 12 iron spike with conical collar and straps mounted on wooden
haft, painted white with black tip. CONDITION. Good. Spike and collar are heavily
rusted. Much original paint remains on haft. Messenger Collection 4-41681 CW178
(400-600)
1006. BRITISH INFANTRY SERGEANTS SPONTOON. Early 19th century regulation
British sergeants polearm. Iron double edged spear point blade is 12
long with collar and crossguard mounted perpendicular to blade and long iron
mounting straps on original oak haft. 76 long overall. CONDITION.
Excellent. All metal surfaces have a pleasing dark brown patina. Messenger Collection
4-41682 CW179 (500-800)
1007. HAND FORGED HALBERD. 13 spike, 20 mounting straps, 11
x 10 blade, pierced with four different designs. Mounted to a partial
wooden stave with iron rivets, a 25 replacement piece has been added with
dowels for display purposes. CONDITION. Gray/brown patina overall, missing two
of the brass rosette decorations at the base. Moderate pitting on iron parts.
Messenger Collection 4-41683 FS259 (400-800)
1008. LOT OF 2 HAND FORGED AXES. 1. 6 3/4 x 2 1/2 ax with spike,
14 handle is made from a slightly trimmed branch. CONDITION. Heavy pitting
overall, the handle has numerous splits but is tight. 2. 5 x 2 3/4
single fold ax with flattened wood handle, 17 1/2 long. CONDITION. Heavy
pitting overall, Handle is split and missing large chips. Messenger Collection
4-41317 & 4-41321 FS258 (250-500)
1009. LOT OF 2 FORGED IRON HATCHETS. 1. 7 1/4 x 3 blade with two
iron rivets on the poll side, 16 hickory handle. CONDITION. Deeply pitter
overall with flaw on one side at the eye. The handle is slightly loose. 2. 6
3/4 x 2 1/8, 19 hickory handle. CONDITION. Moderate cleaning
but much deep pitting remains. The handle has a long crack with splinter missing
at the butt and other age cracks. Messenger Collection 4-41308 & 4-41309
FS257 (200-400)
1010. NO LOT
1011. LOT OF 6 CARTRIDGE BELTS. 1) 36 leather belt for large caliber
pistol cartridges. CONDITION. Belt has been shortened. Leather is cracked and
scratched. 2) Canvas belt for .38 cal. Cartridges. CONDITION. Mountings are
badly corroded. Belt is stained. 3) Canvas belt for 45/70 cartridges. CONDITION.
Very dirty, but solid. 4) Same. CONDITION. Slightly dirty. 5) Dark canvas belt
for 30/40 cartridges. CONDITION. Brass mountings are corroded, belt is slightly
stained. 6) Canvas and leather belt for 20 gauge shotgun shells. Marked WATERVLIET
/ ARSENAL on the tongue. CONDITION. Leather tongue is broken almost in
two in three places. Canvas portion is good. Messenger Collection 4-41660 FS249
(200-400)
1012. LOT OF 16 EARLY SOCKET BAYONETS. Various blade and socket lengths, some
French, most American. CONDITION. Three rust-brown patina and two gray patina
with light pitting. Messenger Collection 4-41356FS245 (300-600)
1013. LOT OF 6 U.S. MILITARY SLINGS, STRAPS AND WAIST BELTS. 1. Indian war
period saber hanger marked Rock Island Arsenal/EHS with brass belt
hook. CONDITION. Good, leather is dry, brass is tarnished. 2. Civil War buff
leather cavalry enlisted mans waist belt. Plate and straps are missing. CONDITION.
Fair, leather is dark and oily. 3. Indian War musket sling marked Ridabock
and Co. CONDITION. Leather is flexible with surface cracking. 4. Indian
War leather canteen strap for saddle. CONDITION. Leather is dry and stiff. 5.
Civil War cavalry sword belt shoulder strap. CONDITION. Leather is dry and stiff.
6. U.S. Model 1902 rifle sling. CONDITION. Shows heavy use, dark and dirty.
Messenger Collection 4-41699 CW124 (100-200)
1014. LOT OF 9 SCABBARDS FOR BAYONETS. One trapdoor iron scabbard with N.G.P.
frog. Two for Peabody Martini, 1871 with attached leather frogs. One Enfield
Model 1858 without frog. Two U.S. model 1835 leather frogs with brass eagle
buttons. Three 1842/1855 types, all different with copper rivets. CONDITION.
Very good to fine. Messenger Collection 4-41364 FS248 (250-450)
1015. BOX LOT. Containing one perforated metal hand-guard and bayonet lug for
riot gun, two breaking bits, one bayonet lug, one excavated bayonet, one Brown
Bess bayonet with partial scabbard, one Model 1816 bayonet shortened and sharpened,
one horsehair plume, one cotton pom-pom, one excavated hatchet, one crook knife
made from straight razor, one PAL 6 Ú hunting knife with scabbard, one
Spicer battle rattle, pair of officers spurs with boot spikes, one I.
STUBS hand vise, one brass eagle finial for flagpole, three forks, three
knives and a spoon with mixed patterns, most marked U.S., one Enfield pick and
brush, two tin boxes with .22 cartridges, one Lieutenants epaulet, one
braid cord for officers hat, eleven cannon fuses, three GAR ribbons, one
partial tin of Maynard primers (4) and other miscellaneous small pieces. CONDITION.
Ribbons and excavated material is poor, balance is good to very good. Messenger
Collection 4-41732 FS250 (250-650)
1016. PROCLAMATION BY PRESIDENT ANDREW JACKSON. Printed on cloth at the office
of the Hartford Times, this document is 25 x 18 1/4 image size and
is printed in about 6 point type with a large spread winged eagle at the top
with the header. It is dated December 10th, 1832 and bears the names of President
Jackson and Secretary of State Edward Livingston. The main text deals with the
state of South Carolina having passed an ordinance to secede from the Union
over a conflict with the Congress regarding the imposition of the payment of
duties on the importation of foreign commodities. CONDITION. A light water stain
on about 1/3 of the left edge, otherwise in excellent, untouched condition and
all text is completely legible. Messenger Collection 4-41716 JR435 (300-500)
1017. OIL PAINTING OF 1890S BATTLESHIPS AT SEA Wonderful oil on canvas
by J. Miller 29 3/4 x 24 horizontal image of five coal-burning ships
underway at sea, four which appear to be battleships entering what appears to
be Havana harbor. Ostensibly, the lead battleship is the U.S.S. Maine. The painting
is accomplished with great detail with wonderful colors and proportion. The
curl of the bow wave and the motion of the waves express good feeling for the
sea and ships. CONDITION. The colors are still bright and vivid with one small
hole, lower center and a pressed-in area dead center. Messenger Collection 4-41737
JR434 (500-1,000)
1018. WASHINGTONS FAREWELL ADDRESS. Published by the Washington
Benevolent Society, 3rd Edition 1811. Presentation copy to Joshua Angell and
signed by the President and Secretary of the Society. CONDITION. Most of the
gold remains on the morocco leather spine. The marbled cardboard covers are
fine. The pages are generally bright with some foxing to the inside covers and
end papers. Messenger Collection 4-41725-2 FS241 (200-400)
1019. INFANTRY EXERCISE MILITIA. Poughkeepsie, 1817 Special Edition
printed for the State of New York. Complete with plates and inserts. CONDITION.
Leather cover scratched with re-gluing on one side of the spine. Considerable
foxing to interior with two pages torn and taped but complete. Messenger Collection
4-41725-3 FS242 (200-400)
1020. ABSTRACT of INFANTRY TACTICS. Boston 1830. Insert in front
cover showing ownership by the State of New Hampshire. CONDITION. Leather cover
chipped at edges but generally very good to fine. Slight foxing to edges of
some pages. Corner torn on plate XI, otherwise fine. Messenger Collection 4-41725-1
FS240 (300-500)
1021. LOT OF TWO BOOKS. 1) A HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
New Haven 1830. ELEVENTH STEREOTYPE EDITION CONDITION. Cardboard
cover with water damage from a cup. Pages mostly foxed. 2) A GENERAL HISTORY
OF CONNECTICUT Originally printed in London in 1781, this edition printed
in New Haven in 1829 with eight engravings. CONDITION. Marbled leather cover
scuffed on edges with some cracking at the spine. The gold on morocco title
is scuffed on the right edge but mostly readable. The pages are badly foxed
but complete. Messenger Collection 4-41725-4 FS244 (200-500)
1022. RULES AND REGULATIONS for the FIELD EXERCISES AND MANOEUVRES of
INFANTRY. Printed in Concord for the State of New Hampshire 1817. CONDITION.
Leather cover badly scuffed with some insect damage and losses along the spine.
The interior foxed but complete with good edges to the pages. Messenger Collection
4-41725 FS239 (300-500)
1023. LOT OF BUTTONS AND INSIGNIA. Mostly US, including late 19th century state
seals, Navy, General service and WW1 collar devices. CONDITION. Very good. Messenger
Collection 4-41726-2 CW133 (100-200)
1024. LOT OF US MILITARY INSIGNIA. More than 20 pieces of stamped brass US
insignia, including 1851 Riflemen, Civil War Infantry horn, Sheridans
Cavalry Corps combined with late 19th century National Guard and Marine Corps
insignia. 6 US Navy linen embroidery templates for ratings. Messenger Collection
4-41707 CW135 (300-500)
1025. LOT OF TWO MILITARY TACTICS BOOKS. 1) INFANTRY TACTICS By
Bl.c.. Major General Emory Upton, New York, 1874. Deluxe Edition with blue cover,
gold title and flying eagle on cover and brass clasp. Inscribed FB Messenger
/ 7th Regt. Co. H / June 12th 1874 inside the front cover. CONDITION.
Edges of cover are scuffed. Slight separation at top and bottom of spine. Interior
is fine with slight water damage at bottom of first fourteen pages. 2) Paperback
edition of HARDEES TACTICS New York 1861. Inscribed Frank
B. Messenger on the cover. CONDITION. Lower corners of first fifty pages
bent. The spine is loose and needs re-binding. Messenger Collection 4-41725-5
FS243 (300-500)
1026. LOT OF BUTTONS. Including 20 British police buttons in a glass box with
plated copper lid, partial card (12) of small O.S. eagle buttons, partial card
(6 small, 3 large) Excelsior seal buttons, were with 33 mixed, mostly European
buttons with ordnance bomb, crossed cannons, etc., 43 misc N.Y. Excelsior buttons,
mostly police. Messenger Collection 4-41346 FS507 (100-300)
1027. BOX OF US MILITARY BUTTONS. Dating from the period 1800-1900. Some of
the early buttons include 1812 to Mexican War period buttons from New York,
Massachusetts, Washington Grays, Navy, as well as US staff, artillery and infantry.
A few Civil War period buttons are present, including 2 Virginia staff by Mitchell
& Tyler. CONDITION. All except a few are in nondug very good condition.
Messenger Collection 4-41726-1 CW132 (500-800)
1028. BOX OF US MILITARY BUTTONS. Dating from the period 1800-1900. Some of
the early buttons include 1812 to Mexican War period buttons from New York,
Massachusetts, Washington Grays, Navy, as well as US staff, artillery and infantry.
A few Civil War period buttons are present, including 2 Virginia staff by Mitchell
& Tyler. CONDITION. All except a few are in non-dug very good condition.
Messenger Collection 4-41726-1 CW132 (500-800)
1029. SMALL EUROPEAN MILITARY SNARE DRUM. Brass body with painted black rims.
Rope tension with leather adjusting tabs. Measures 14 in diameter and
10 1/2 high. Possibly British or French but unmarked. CONDITION. Good.
Heads have been replaced. 1 leather tab is replaced. Rims are cracked or split
in several places. Messenger Collection 4-41670 CW129 (200-400)
1030. WITHDRAWN
1031. LOT OF 5 CARDBOARD BOXES. 1) Colt Officers Model Target 6 barrel with SHOOTING SUGGESTIONS booklet. CONDITION. Fair. The labels are good, the opposite end of the box is crushed and torn. 2) Unmarked box for Detective Special, no labels. CONDITION. Two holes punched in top, otherwise fine. 3) Colt Woodsman with four original papers. CONDITION. Fine. 4) Colt 1903 with papers, cleaning brush and rod. CONDITION. Tattered and torn, missing parts of the lid. 5) Smith & Wesson M&P 6 Square butt maroon hinged lid box with English and Spanish labels inside. CONDITION. Fine with slight oil stains on the exterior. Messenger Collection 4-41729 FS252 (150-250)