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A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED TYPE III CONFEDERATE RICHMOND RIFLED MUSKET, dtd. 1863: In overall very good untouched attic condition. Of standard configuration with a 40", round, rifled, .58 caliber iron barrel with faint "V/P eagle-head" proof marks on the left side of the breech. Block and blade front sight/bayonet-lug and an adjustable rear sight: missing long-range plane. Unmarked walnut fullstock with numerous handling marks, some scuffs and minor gouges. Retains 45% of its finish with typical signs of hard Confederate usage. Low-hump type lockplate with a "CS" over "Richmond, VA" and "1863"date, on its tail. Regulation iron and bronze/brass mounts: iron trigger-guard, 3 "U"-marked barrel bands, a brass fore-end cap and an early type iron buttplate with a dark, untouched, age patina. In overall very good+ untouched "attic" condition. Very good stock with sharp contours, original finish and the noted dents, abrasions, minor gouges and signs of Battle use: the left side of the butt with an original "RJS" owner's initials. The iron surfaces with an untouched orange-peel texture, scattered pitting and the expected discoloration. Complete with its original tulip-head ramrod and missing its sling swivels. Visible markings and very good mechanics with all of its original components. A very good, complete and original, "attic condition", Confederate, Richmond Rifled Musket: original percussion nipple: missing hammer-screw. Overall length 56". The Richmond Rifle was the "workhorse" of the Confederate Army; and most saw extensive service throughout the duration of the American Civil War 1861-1865. Price: $8,775.00

A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED CONNECTICUT MARKED 45/70 Cal. PEABODY RIFLE, ca. 1870s:In overall very good untouched condition. Of regulation "Martini Henry" design with a casehardened frame/receiver and lockplate with exposed "K" marked hammer: retains smooth steel-gray surfaces with latent traces of casehardening colors and sharp contours. Two piece walnut stocks with matching surfaces, 70% finish, scattered handling marks, abrasions and minor scuffing/loss of finish: the top of the butt-stock's comb with an "E/22" rack No.? marking. Round, 32 1/2", rifled, 45/70 caliber, "Buffington" sighted barrel with sharp "P"/"W"/"E E" proof marks on the breech, retains smooth steel-gray finish with some scattered spotting and light wear. The breech/receiver with a clear "S" marking and matching gunmetal surfaces: in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring and ejector. The "K" & "S" marked steel hardware with smooth surfaces, en suite with the barrel, lock and frame: Lever-type trigger-guard, an unmarked buttplate, two "E" & "U"-marked spring-mounted barrel bands and its "K" marked sideplate: retain smooth steel-gray surfaces with some light wear and patches of discoloration. The bottom of the butt with a "CONN/773" Unit marked plate, indicating issue to a Connecticut State Militia. Very good receiver/frame: the left side with a clear "PEABODY'S PATENT/JULY 22, 1862/MAN'F'D BY/PROVIDENCE TOOL Co./PROV. R. I." marking and in mechanically excellent order: smooth surfaces with traces of case-colors. The lock and hardware with matching surfaces and sharp contours/markings. In overall very good untouched condition with a fine rifled bore, distinct rifling and some expected patches of discoloration/pitting. Complete with its Enfield-type cleaning rod. A nice example of a Connecticut Marked 45/70 caliber Peabody Rifle, ca. 1870s. Overall length, 52".. Price: $1,600.00

A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED SHARPS "NEW MODEL" 1863 CIVIL WAR RIFLE, SN C-38,XXX: In overall very good untouched condition. The regulation length, 30", .52 caliber, rifled, round, blued (25%), steel barrel with visible "Sharps Rifle/ Maunfg. Co./ Hartford, Conn." Barrel address and a "New Model 1863", on the top of the breech: original and marked adjustable rear sight and blade-type front sight/bayonet lug for socket bayonet. Very good and clearly marked, casehardened frame (25% with mottled surfaces) with the two-line Sharps Oct 5th 1852 and a Sept 12, 1848 patent markings. In original percussion configuration and complete with its original hammer and pellet primer. Fine mechanics with a strong mainspring, its original nipple and a casehardened breech-block assembly. In overall very good untouched condition. The oil finished walnut stocks with untouched "attic" surfaces, some scattered handling marks and abrasions: the toe of the butt with an old weathered chip. Very good fore-stock with matching untouched surfaces and no significant cracks or chips. Marked, on the left side of the wrist with its rectangular military inspector's cartouche: the barrel with an "M.N.M." inspectors mark, on the left side of the breech. Very good steel hardware with untouched smooth steel-gray surfaces and some scattered light discoloration. Retains its original barrel bands, sling-swivels, sights, fore-end cap, buttplate and patch-box with spring-operated cover. In overall very good+ untouched "attic" condition with smooth steel surfaces, some light discoloration/surface roughness, very good stocks, and very fine mechanics. A better than usual example of an authentic Civil War Issued Sharps Rifle. Price: $5,250.00

A FINE MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1842 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET, DTD. 1848/9: In overall NRA fine untouched condition. The 42", smoothbore, .69 caliber barrel with a fine untouched age patina, clear Federal proof marks, scattered light discoloration and its original bottom-mounted bayonet lug: the tang dtd. 1849. Regulation Walnut US Model 1842 stock with clear cartouches behind the sideplate and a clear inspector's mark behind the trigger-guard. Regulation pattern iron hardware: trigger-guard with sling swivel, buttplate with a sharp "US" govt. marking, flat "S" shaped sideplate and the three spring-retained barrel bands -- the middle with sling swivel attachment. Lockplate with clear "US" spread Eagle and SPRINGFIELD arsenal making with a sharp 1848 date. In overall strong NRA fine condition. Crisp mechanism with its original nipple and 50% of its mottled casehardening colors. The lock and barrel with smooth steel-gray surfaces, some scattered discoloration and an untouched age patina. The breech with clear Eagle Head, "V", "P" proof marks and some light pitting at the nipple: the lock with clear markings. Fine hardware with smooth surfaces, sharp contours and some isolated discoloration. Fine stock with 95% of its varnish finish, sharp contours, fine markings/cartouches, some minor handling marks and no repairs or restoration. Overall length, 57". Retains its original iron trumpet ramrod and complete with its sling swivels. Sharp contours with some original polish and untouched surfaces overall. A fine condition and complete US Model 1842 Musket. Price:$2,775.00

A FINE & SCARCE UNTOUCHED “MANUFACTURE FRANCHAISE L’ARMES ET CYCLES de ST ETIENNE” 9 mm CANE-GUN, ca. 1880s: In overall very fine untouched condition. The, 28", round, 9 mm, caliber, stepped barrel with smooth black-lacquered (85%) steel surfaces with some light scattered patches of discoloration and a fine bore: retains its original turned iron muzzle-cap/tip. The “neck” of the frame with a decorative, turned, silvered band with a "MANUFACTURE FRANCHAISE L’ARMES ET CYCLES de ST ETIENNE ", a "Canne Et Oile/ Cal. 9 m/m" marking and a 10,XXX Serial Number. The rounded integral frame with smooth, matching surfaces and its original lock components with a concealed rear trigger and internal hammer. Retains its original concealed mechanism within the threaded grip/handle. Blackened/lacquered hardwood & Turned Horn grip with a rounded “L” shaped profile, 85%+ finish and fine surfaces with light signs of use/wear. In overall very fine untouched condition with sharp edges and smooth richly-toned surfaces: some scattered light discoloration and clear Manufacturer’s markings. Very fine “barrel”/shaft with 85% blackened/lacquered finish. A very Fine grip with some minor handling marks and light signs of use. A very nice example of a “Patent”-type French Cane Gun, ca. 1880s—***The type of concealable firearm often associated with poachers, during the 19th century. Overall length, 35". Price: $1,875.000

A FINE UNTOUCHED ORIGINAL PERCUSSION NORTH WEST TRADE GUN, BY BARNETT, Dtd. 1888: In overall fine untouched original Percussion condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces, nicely aged brass & iron mounts and a fine hardwood stock with sharp raised carvings and a rich patina. The original-length, octagonal to round, 36", sighted, (.60 cal), smoothbore barrel with a regulation NW Trade Gun wedding band barrel-transition. Retains smooth surfaces with some expected light wear and discoloration-- from use. Regulation-form hardwood fullstock with sharp contours, 75%+ finish and raised carved teardrops around the lock mortise, the sideplate and the barrel-tang: some expected handling marks, minor gouges, age stains and light abrasions. The left side of the butt-stock with a working period carved cheek-piece: a possible indication of Indian use. Classic, NW Trade Gun, brass & iron hardware: a Three screw Serpent Sideplate, two (2) baluster turned ramrod pipes, a Five (5) Screw-fastened Buttplate and the Oversized steel/iron Trigger-guard with pointed finials and a wide bow (for use with mittens.) In scarce original Percussion configuration with its fine "Enfield type" lock. Retains smooth gunmetal toned steel surfaces with a "BARNETT/LONDON/1888" marking on its face: also marked with a sharp Tombstone/EB Fox marking, behind the Enfield-type Percussion hammer. The markings of the famed manufacturer of Indian/North West Trade Guns "Barnett" of London (ca. 1700-1912). Please see R. Gardner's: "Small Arms Makers", pg. 231. In mechanically functional order with its original components and a strong mainspring. Original/period wooden ramrod. In overall fine+ untouched condition and a very nice example of these distinct Indian "Trade Guns" of the 19th century American Frontier. A rare and later dated example of an authentic Barnett NW Trade gun, dtd. 1882. For similar examples, please see. Charles Hansen's: "The Northwest Gun", pg. 62 & 71. Overall length, 52".. Price: $4,750.00

A VERY GOOD SOUTHERN? HALFSTOCK PERCUSSION "POOR BOY" RIFLE, ca. 1850s-1860s: In overall very good untouched condition with smooth untouched gray-brown iron surfaces and a very good Black Walnut halfstock. The pin-fastened, heavy, 36 1/2", octagonal to round, .45 caliber iron barrel with a buckhorn rear sight and a simple brass blade front sight. Carved plain Black Walnut halfstock with sharp contours. The underside of the barrel with its two sheet-brass ramrod pipes and a the tip of the stock with its original pewter fore-end cap. Commercially manufactured, "Henry Parker Warranted" signed, pheasant & vine scroll engraved, back-action percussion lock. Henry Parker of Trenton, NJ was a recorded lock-maker, who died in 1860. (please see F. Sellers: "American Gunsmiths", pg. 31). Retains untouched dark surfaces with its original hammer (replaced screw) and functioning mechanics: slightly out of timing and will not typically hold on cock. Full sheet steel mounts of classic "Poor Boy Rifle" form. Plain screw-fastened buttplate and matching trigger-guard: made without a sidebolt washer. In overall very good condition. The barrel with a smooth and even, gray-brown age patina and some light scattered pitting. Matching lockplate with an untouched dark patina and clear engraving. Very good stock with 85% finish, some scattered handling marks, minor abrasions and signs of use. Original plain wood ramrod. A classic example of a Mid 19th Century American Poor Boy Rifle, ca. 1850s. Overall length, 52". Price: $750.00

A VERY GOOD CIVIL WAR USED US MODEL 1863 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET & WOOL-COVERED CIVIL WAR SOLDIER'S CANTEEN, dtd. 1864: In overall very good untouched condition. Regulation Model 1864-type (flat Eagle-marked bolster (worn) without clean-out screw), round, .58 caliber rifled barrel with its folding adjustable rear sight and an iron block and blade fore-sight: the breech with visible "V", "P" and Eagle-head proof marks. 1864 dated lock with sharp "US Springfield" marking under the bolster and a clear date, behind the flat faceted hammer. Regulation Walnut fullstock with two faint cartouches, 80% finish and some minor handling marks. Complete with its original iron mounts: three (3) U-marked spring-retained barrel bands, a "US" marked buttplate, two (2) sidebolt washers, a pin-fastened fore-end cap and the trigger-guard: missing both of its sling-swivels. In overall very good untouched condition with smooth brown surfaces and a very nice stock. The barrel with smooth surfaces, some light pitting at the bolster and visible proof marks. The remaining iron surfaces with a matching brown-gray age-patina and some isolated patches of discoloration. Fine mechanism with its original components and a strong mainspring. The lock with very good markings and some scattered discoloration. Fine stock with 80% finish, scattered light handling marks and with two (2) faint cartouches. A very nice example of an original Civil War US Model 1863 Springfield Rifled Musket. Original ramrod with tulip-head. Overall length 56". Complete with an original Civil War Wool-Covered Soldier's Canteen. In overall fine untouched condition. Of circular two-piece soldiered tin construction with smooth outer body (pre-Bullsesye design) with a straight-walled, flared spout and its original cork stopper and chain. The sides with their original suspension loops and a later cloth suspension-chord. Retains its original green-blue wool cover with fine untouched lightly weathered surfaces, some expected abrasions and signs of use. Measures 10 1/2" x 8". Purported by the consignor to have always been with the above Musket. A very nice assemblage from the American Civil War, ca. 1860-1865. Price: $2,750.00

A MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1842 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET, DTD. 1846/7: In overall very good condition. Regulation, 42", smoothbore, .69 cal. iron barrel with smooth brown gray surfaces, some scattered pitting/marring at the breech and bolster and a bottom-mounted bayonet lug: the top of the breech with a visible 1847 date and Eagle Head, P, & V proof marks. Walnut fullstock of Regulation US Model 1842 form with standard full iron hardware. The trigger-guard with its forward sling-swivel, US marked buttplate, the regulation flat "L" shaped sideplate and three spring-retained barrel bands. Very good lock with a clear "US" spread Eagle and SPRINGFIELD 1846. In overall very good condition. The lock with its original components and a good mechanism: no 1/2 cock position and missing its nipple. Untouched barrel with generally smooth brown surfaces and some scattered discoloration/pitting and wear. Very good mounts with smooth untouched russet surfaces and some light-moderate pitting. The stock with 65% varnish and some expected handling marks and wear: a hand carved "Pal" owner's initials behind the sideplate. Overall length, 57". A nice untouched example of a Mexican American War Dated, US Model 1842 smoothbore Musket. ***The Model 1842 was the last smoothbore musket manufactured by the US; and it was America's first completely interchangeable armory produced long-gun. Price: $1,350.00

A FINE & RARE CIVIL WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1855 HARPER’S FERRY ARTILLERY MODEL RIFLE W/ ORIGINAL SWORD-BAYONET, dtd. 1858/60: In overall fine+ clean condition. Regulation Model 1855-type, round, .58 caliber rifled barrel with its folding adjustable rear sight and an iron block and blade fore-sight: the side of the muzzle with its original bayonet-lug for the saber-type bayonet. Retains smooth untouched, steel-gray, surfaces with its original nipple and sharp "V", "P" and Eagle-head proof marks: 1860 dated breech-top. The US Model 1855 lock with a clear "US/HARPER’S FERRY" marking and a sharp Spread Eagle marking & on the trapdoor for the Maynard Tape Priming device. The primer in functional order and the the tail of the lockplate with a clear 1858 date. Early type (made without a patchbox) Regulation pattern Walnut fullstock with visible cartouches, 85%+ finish and some scattered minor handling marks. Original, inspected, early type iron and brass Model 1855 mounts: Two (2) "U"-marked spring-retained barrel bands, a "US" marked buttplate, two (2) sidebolt washers, the trigger-guard with rounded finials and the correct early type brass fore-end cap: retains both of its sling-swivels. In overall fine+ condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces with sharp markings and contours. Fine stock, without cracks or repairs and clear “BM” & "LR" cartouches, at the rear sidebolt. The barrel, en suite with distinct rifling, clean surfaces and sharp proof marks. Matching mounts and the lock with sharp markings, a clear date and fine mechanics: smooth surfaces with the expected minor isolated patches of discoloration. Retains its original components and a very nice and untouched example of a scarce Civil War Period US Model 1855 Artillery Model Rifle/Rifled Musket. Complete with its original steel ramrod with swelled-shank. Overall length 49". Also retains its original, Brass Handle, Sword type Bayonet with its black leather and brass-mounted scabbard. The blade with a 21 7/8”, single, cutting edge, a sharp point and choice smooth steel surfaces with a very fine silver-gray patination and minor wear. Groved brass handle, the base with a “JB” inspector's mark, its push-button spring lug-release and the cross-guard with a looped-type upper quillon/muzzle-ring. Very fine black leather and brass mounted scabbard with some minor surface scuffs and matching choice leather surfaces. In very fine condition with light signs of use/wear and clean brass and steel surfaces, en suite with the Rifle. A very nice example of Civil War Period Sword type Bayonet. Overall length, 26 1/2”. For more information on this Model, please see Robert M. Reilly’s: “United States Military Small Arms 1816-1865”, pg. 75. Price: HOLD

A VERY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 RIFLE w/ CASEHARDENED FRAME, Sn.101,XXX MANUFACTURED IN 1895: In overall very fine untouched condition with all matching numbers and its original components. Rare, Octagonal, blued (90%+) .38/56 caliber, rifled iron barrel with a blade fore-sight and its original, adjustable, buck-horn-type, rear, iron sight. The top of the barrel with a clear, two line "Winchester Repeating Arms Co. New Haven, CT U.S.A." barrel address: the breech with a “38-56 WFC” marking. Varnish-finished walnut stocks (90%+ finish): the butt-stock of typical form with a screw-fastened crescent-type iron buttplate. Retains 90%+ finish with scattered light handling marks, minor signs of use-- the fore-stock, en suite. Scarce Model 1886, casehardened (45%+), iron frame with a casehardened hammer (85%)and lever with 85% casehardening colors: the balance with motteled colors and some isolated patches of discoloration. In overall very fine untouched condition. The barrel and magazine-tube with smooth surfaces, sharp contours, 90%-95% blue finish with a lightly turned and untouched age patina. The stocks with sharp contours, 90%+ finish and some scattered light handling marks. Complete with all of its original components and screws and in mechanically functional order with strong springs, a fine bore and excellent timg. A very fine and untouched example of a Scarce Casehardened Frame Winchester Model 1886 Rifle w/ Octagonal barrel. Price: $9,875.00

VERY NICE FULLSTOCK PENNS. PERCUSSION "KENTUCKY RIFLE", ca. 1840: Traditional, Blacksmith made, unsigned, hand-forged, key-fastened, octagonal, 40 1/2", .45 caliber barrel with iron buck-horn rear sight, choice "browned" (50%) surfaces and its original brass blade front sight with dovetailed base. Dark, nicely figured, tiger maple fullstock with raised carving around the lock, sideplate and the relief cheek-piece with a rectangular silver inlay. Three faceted brass ramrod pipes and a matching fore-end cap. Four-Piece, Bedford County type, brass patchbox with a sculpted upper finial and a spring-operated release (spring weak) and a screw-fastened toe-plate. A silver wrist-escutcheon, two silver inlays on the forestock and a sculpted trigger-guard with squared finials and a rear finger-spur. Single set trigger and a lighty engraved full sidelock percussion lock with scroll engraved lockplate with an etched pheasant panel. Nicely curved, crescent-type brass butt-plate and a matching sculpted toe-plate. In overall very good+ near fine dark and untouched condition. The barrel with a smooth and even, brown age-patina and some light expexted pitting at nipple and bolster. Lockplate with matching surfaces, fine mechanics, an untouched, gunmetal-brown coloration and some light patches of discoloration. Fine mechanics with a strong mainspring and lightly engraved surfaces. Very good+ stock retains 85% finish with some light expected signs of use, oxidation and handling. Original plain Hickory ramrod. A very nice and graceful Kentucky Rifle, ca. 1840. Overall length, 57". Price: $2,875.00

A VERY GOOD AMERICAN CIVIL WAR ISSUE SPENCER MODEL 1860 SADDLE RING CARBINE, Sn 54,XXX:In overall very good condition and of standard configuration for the Model 1860. 22", .52 cailber, sighted, six groove rifled, sighted, iron barrel. Standard walnut buttstock and fore-end with 85%+ finish, scattered handling marks, minor abrasions, tight hairlines and general signs of use/wear. Receiver, lever, etc., has clear “M” & “R” martial inspector's marks and retains approx. 25%+ of its mottled gray/blue case colors with generally smooth surfaces and some discoloration/pitting. Very good hammer and receiver with dark casehardening colors (25%+) and an "M" inspector's mark. The top of the receiver with a visible "Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. Boston Mass Pat'd March 6, 1860" marking (slightly worn). Good bore with scattered light pitting and the barrel’s exterior surfaces with matching surfaces and 50%+ finish: turning a plumb-brown with scattered discoloration/salt & pepper. In very good condition with crisp mechanics and a strong mainspring: fine timing. A very nice and classic desirable example of an American Civil War Issued Spencer Saddle Ring Carbine, ca. 1863. In better than average condition and complete with its original saddle bar and ring. The stock with generally sharp contours, some minor shrinkage and scattered light handling marks/abrasions. Complete with its original loading tube, catch and spring. Overall length, 39”. Price: $3,875.00

A FINE INDIAN WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR SPRINGFIELD RIFLE & BAYONET, SN: 27X,XXX, Dtd. 1883: In overall fine untouched condition. "Model 1873" marked breech with approx. 25%+ mottled dark casehardening colors, a very good bore with distinct rifling and sharp contours. Round, 32 5/8", rifled, 45/70 caliber, sighted barrel with sharp "V" "P" Eagle Head proof marks on the breech, 35%+ finish (turning plumb-brown) with some scattered spotting/mottling. The case-colored trapdoor lid with clear markings and 25%+ dark & mottling casehardening colors. The dark colored walnut fullstock with a "P" inspector's mark within a circlular cartouche, behind the trigger-guard; and an "SWP 1883" rectangular cartouche, opposite the lockplate. Retains 85%+ finish with some scattered light handling marks, minor bruises and signs of use. Full steel hardware/mounts: the two-piece trigger-guard with its rear sling-swivel, a grooved-trigger, US-marked buttplate, two "U"-marked spring-mounted barrel bands and two sidebolt washers: retains 35%+ finish with sharp markings and contours. Fine lock with a sharp Spread Eagle/"Springfield" marking and in mechanically excellent order with a strong mainspring and fine timing. Retains generally smooth surfaces with some scattered light patches of discoloration and approx. 35% mottled casehardening-colors. Very good receiver/breech with matching surfaces and sharp contours/markings. The hardware and barrel with 35%+ bluing/finish overall. A fine Indian War Period US Model 1879 Springfield .45/70 Trapdoor Rifle. Complete with its original cleaning rod, sling-swivels and its original US marked Socket Bayonet. Overall length, 52". The bayonet, en suite with its regulation length, hollow-ground triangular-form blade with a sharp point and fine contours. Complete with its original locking ring type socket. Retains smooth steel-gray surfaces, 65%+ “bright” finish with some scattered light discoloration. In fine untouched condition. Length, 21”. Price: $1,275.00

A FINE HALFSTOCK ENGLISH PERCUSSION 8 GA. MARKET FOWLER, ca. 1850s-1860s: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth untouched browned (75%) steel surfaces and a fine English Walnut halfstock with 95% finish and a minor chip to left edge of the horn fore-end cap. The double Key-fastened, heavy-gauge, round, 44 1/4", 8 Ga., iron barrel with a brass fore-sight and an engraved "patent"-Type, casehardened breech with silver band. Molded and carved English Walnut halfstock with sharp contours and simple raised teardrops and a plain wrist. The underside of the barrel with its steel under rib and three barrel-form ramrod pipes: the tip of the stock with its original, horn fore-end cap. Scroll engraved, sidelock percussion mechanism with a rounded lockplate, a pointed tail and a finely etched hammer. Retains untouched, smooth, dark casehardened surfaces with its original nipple and functioning mechanics. Lightly engraved brass mounts of classic English form. The screw-fastened buttplate with an engraved tang and the matching trigger-guard with an etched forward finial and a rear finger spur. An oval, silver, wrist escutcheon and four silver barrel key plates: two sidebolts. In overall fine untouched condition. The barrel with a smooth and even, brown patina, with clear Birmingham post-1813 black powder proof marks and some light scattered discoloration. Matching lockplate with an untouched dark patina and sharp engraving. Fine stock with 90% finish, some scattered light handling marks, minor abrasions and fine contours. Original wooden ramrod with brass tip. A very large Single Barrel English Percussion Market-Hunter Fowler, ca. 1850-1860. The type of firearm made for the American market, ca. 1850s, to be used for Commercial/Market Duck Hunting/Fowling. Overall length, 61". Price: $1,750.00

A GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD TIGER-MAPLE STOCK PERCUSSION CONVERSION NEW ENGLAND FOWLER, ca. 1770-1840: In (net) good+ condition. English-made, octagonal to round, pin-fastened, London Gunmaker Co. proofed, 46 1/4”, sighted, .72 caliber, smoothbore barrel with a “*/RW” (Richard Wilson) maker’s mark. Molded and carved, New England Fowler form, semi-Roman-Nose, Tiger-Maple fullstock with simple raised carving around the lock mortise and a finely fluted wrist. The forestock and buttstock/wrist with patches of distinct “Tiger Maple” grain striping and the barrel-tang, sideplate mortise and lock mortises with old filled repairs. Recycled, finely cast, European, brass furniture/mounts— of tradition mid-century 18th century form. The buttplate with a scroll-engraved, long tang, (3) American-made sheet-brass barrel-form ramrod pipes; and the openwork embossed sideplate with replaced sidebolts and some old damages/losses. The trigger-guard, en suite with a “rifle-type” bow and a finely embossed forward finial. The working-period replaced “Philadelphia” marked, Percussion Converted lock with matching silver-gray surfaces, scattered pitting and wear to the markings: nicely sculpted hammer with engraved neck. In overall (net) good+/very good condition. The iron surfaces of the barrel with a silver-gray age patina and the expected scattered pitting at the breech/bolster. The lock with matching surfaces and in mechanically functional order—won’t always hold on “cocked” position. Good+ stock with clean, generally sharp contours, some expected handling marks, various old repairs and some tight hairlines. The brass furniture with a lightly toned patina and smooth surfaces. A nice example of an inexpensive Revolutionary War Period New England Fowler, ca. 1770. {Converted to Percussion, ca. 1840}. Later brass tip wooden ramrod. Overall length, 62”. Price: SOLD

A VERY GOOD+ CIVIL ISSUE GALLERGER PERCUSSION SADDLE RING CARBINE, ca. 1862: In overall very good+ near fine untouched condition. Round, .50 caliber, 22 1/4" rifled barrel with buck-horn rear sight and a blade fore-sight. The breech with 45% original blue finish and the balance, a smooth blue-brown patina with some light roughness towards the muzzle: very fine bore with strong rifling. The casehardened frame with smooth surfaces and 50%+ of its mottled black-gray coloration. The back-action percussion mechanism with a clear "Manufactd by Richardson & Overman Philada" and a "Gallager's Patent July 17th 1860" marking behind the hammer: also marked with a "14,XXX" serial number. The mechanism with 85% of its blued finish with choice smooth surfaces and all of its original components: in mechanically fine condition. Fine Walnut stock with sharp contours, 95% of its oil finish, some light handling marks and scattered minor dents. Fitted with its original blued and casehardened steel mounts: the trigger-guard/breech-lever with its original release button and 75% of its blue finish, the buttplate with its original screws and some moderate discoloration and pitting. The casehardened patchbox lid with 25% of its case-colors and some moderate patches of discoloration and pitting: complete with its original spare nipple. Fitted with its original saddle bar and saddle ring. In overall near fine untouched condition with all of its original components, throughout. The barrel with a fine bore and sharp rifling. Smooth surfaces, distinct markings and a crisp Mechanism. Fine stock with 85% of its finish, with some expected handling marks from use. Overall length 39". A fine example of a Civil War Used, Gallager Saddle Ring Carbine. The Gallager Carbine saw extensive service in the American Civil War (1861-1865) and this example is within the Serial number range for those carried by the "A Company of the 4th Tennessee Mounted Infantry". Price: $2,750.00

A GOOD+ & UNTOUCHED US MODEL 1863 SPRINGFIELD RIFLED MUSKET, Dtd. 1863: In overall good+ untouched condition. Regulation Model 1863-type (flat bolster with Spread Eagle marking & made without a clean-out screw), round, .62 caliber {working-period (Post Civil War) bored to smoothbore} barrel missing its folding adjustable rear sight and retaining a working-period Shotgun-type fore-sight: original nipple with clear "V" "P" Eagle-Head proof marks. In untouched condition with a dark russet age patina, generally smooth brown surfaces and some pitting at the breech and bolster. The 1863 dated lock with a visible Spread Eagle & US/"SPRINGFIELD" marking under the bolster: a sharp date, behind the hammer. Regulation Walnut fullstock with visible cartouches, 65%+ finish, numerous scattered light handling marks and its original iron mounts: three (3) "U"-marked screw-retained barrel bands, a "US" marked buttplate, two (2) sidebolt washers, an iron fore-end cap and the trigger-guard (currently attached in reverse): missing both of sling-swivels. In overall good untouched condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces and a good stock, without cracks or significant blemishes. The barrel with smooth, brown untouched surfaces. The lock and mounts with a matching aged patina and some isolated patches of light discoloration and light pitting. Very good mechanism with its original components and a strong mainspring: some scattered pitting, oxidation and the forward sidebolt with a broken tip. A nice representative example of an American Civil War US Model 1863 Springfield Musket with a working-period smoothbore barrel. Missing its ramrod. Overall length 56". Price: SOLD

A VERY GOOD ANTE-BELLUM PERIOD SOUTHERN? HALFSTOCK PERCUSSION FOWLER/SHOTGUN, ca. 1850s: In overall very good generally untouched condition with smooth gray-brown iron surfaces and a very good, Butternut? halfstock. Key-fastened, 39 1/2", octagonal to round, .75 caliber (12 ga.), smoothbore, iron barrel with a wedding band transition. Molded and somewhat crudely fashioned, simply carved, Light colored, hardwood (Butternut?) halfstock: of typical "backwoods gunsmith" design, ca. 1850. The underside of the barrel with its soldered under-rib and two iron ramrod pipes: a matching entry-pipe, at the fore-end. Made without a fore-end-cap. Commercially manufactured, "G. Goulcher" signed, partridge & vine scroll engraved, back-action, percussion lock with smooth untouched dark surfaces with its original hammer. Fully functioning mechanics with a strong mainspring and its original nipple. Lightly engraved "commercial-type" and gunsmith-made steel mounts. The screw-fastened buttplate with a lightly engraved tang (top-screw associated). The matching trigger-guard with etched bow. Two oval barrel-key escutcheons and made without sidebolt washer. In overall very good condition. The barrel with a smooth and even, dark, brown age patina and some expected light scattered pitting. Matching lockplate with an untouched dark patina and clear engraving. Very good stock with 90% finish, some scattered handling marks, minor hairlines, a missing chip behind the hammer and signs of use. Replaced, plain, wood ramrod. A classic example of a Mid 19th Century Pre American Civil War Period Southern? Percussion Fowler/Shotgun, ca. 1850s. Overall length, 54 1/2". Price: SOLD

A FINE BOARD OF ORDNANCE MARKED ENGLISH PERCUSSION BLUNDERBUSS W/ SNAP-BAYONET, by "ROLFE", ca. 1820s: In overall fine untouched condition. Birmingham proofed, 12 1/8", pin-fastened, round, flared, smoothbore, iron barrel with a 1.00 caliber bore and its original top-mounted switchblade type bayonet. Fine percussion mechanism with a flat, stepped, lightly engraved lockplate and a matching percussion hammer. The face of the lock smooth, untouched, gunmetal-gray surfaces, some light discoloration and a "ROLFE" signature for J. William Rolfe, who is recorded working at Fisher Street in Birmingham, England 1811-1817 (please see E. Heer's: "Der Neue Stockel" vol. 2 pg. 1063). The lock is additionally marked with an original Crown/Broard Arrow British Govt. ownership mark and the tail is engraved with a Fox Head & Trumpet design, as found on a Chief's Type NW Trade gun. Retains its original lock components with a strong mainspring and its original sidebolt. Fine molded and carved walnut fullstock with simple raised carving around the lock and sidebolt mortises. Retains 85% of its original finish with sharp contours, smooth surfaces, some scattered handling marks, two old screw repaired hairlines and some minor chips/hairlines along the left side of the fore-stock. Plain steel hardware: the trigger-guard with a pineapple type forward final. The buttplate with a lightly engraved top finial and its original engraved retaining screws. Two baluster ramrod pipes and a plain sidebolt escutcheon. Vacant nickel-silver wrist escutcheon. Retains an untouched gray patina with smooth surfaces: some light discoloration. In overall fine untouched condition with signs of use. The barrel with fine surfaces, sharp contours and its original, 10 1/2", triangular, hollow-ground, spring-bayonet and lug. The bayonet in functional order with an untouched smooth patina and all of its original components. Fine lock with strong markings, smooth surfaces and excellent mechanics. Retains its original brass tip wooden ramrod with brass jag. An unusual example of a Board of Ordnance marked English Percussion Blunderbuss with a Spring Bayonet. Most probably made as a "Trade Gun", as the engraving and markings suggest. Overall length, 27 1/2". Price: SOLD

A FINE+ CIVIL WAR ISSUE BURNSIDE 4TH/5TH MODEL SADDLE RING CARBINE, ca. 1864: In overall fine+ untouched condition. Standard, rifled, round, band-fastened, sighted, 21", .54 caliber barrel with clear "CAST STEEL 1864" markings on the top the breech. Also marked with an "H" military inspector's mark and retains choice smooth surfaces, with 85%+ original blued finish: starting to turn a plumb-brown. Fine bore with distinct rifling and isolated patches of light pitting. The casehardened receiver with matching smooth surfaces, 85% mottled case-colors and clearly marked with a 14,2XX serial number and with a "BURNSIDE PATENT" over "MODEL OF 1864": matching serial numbers on the breech-block. The hammer, lever and back-action mechanism with matching surfaces and "H" inspector's mark. Clearly marked "BURNSIDE RIFLE Co. PROVIDENCE, RI", behind the hammer. Oil-finished, American walnut buttstock with scattered handling marks, some minor gouges and general evidence of battle use. Retains 85% original finish with sharp contours and a clear military cartouche, on the left side of the wrist. The fore-stock with matching surfaces and some minor handling marks. Retains its original blued steel hardware with 50% original finish. The screw-fastened buttplate with a "W" inspector's mark and some scattered mottled discoloration/fine salt & pepper. The adjustable rear sling-swivel with an "H" inspector's mark and 75% original blue. The left side of the receiver with its original saddle-bar and ring. Fine barrel-band and retaining-spring with choice smooth surfaces. In overall fine+ untouched condition with excellent mechanics and all of its original components. The stock with the noted handling marks gouges and a tight hairline, at the rear of the mechanism. A very nice example of a Civil War Issue, Battle-Used, Burnside Saddle Ring Carbine: manufactured in 1864. ***within the serial number range for Company D. of the 6th Ill. Volunteer Cavalry. Overall length, 40". Price: SOLD

AN UNUSUAL CONTINENTAL (FRENCH/ITALIAN?) PERCUSSION POACHER’S TAKEDOWN PISTOL-FOWLER, ca. 1870: In overall very good untouched condition. The round, removable, smoothbore, .70 caliber {12 ga.}, 17", “Takedown” barrel with untouched lightly toned/patinated surfaces and some light scattered pitting. Of classic “Peasant-manufacture” and made with a recycled fowler barrel with vestiges of an earlier ramrod pipe attachment. The screw-retained “frame” with a threaded breech and a brass collar: retains its original blacksmith-made central-type percussion hammer and nipple (crushed). The mechanism in functional order with a strong mainspring and fine timing: retains untouched russet-toned surfaces with scattered patches of discoloration and surface-pitting. Simple steel trigger-guard with rounded bow and a single-set trigger, en suite. Very good+, untouched, deeply toned brass and steel surfaces with some scattered discoloration and pitting. Original, pistol-grip hardwood stock: of two-piece construction with simple contours, some tight old hairlines, signs of use and expected wear: retains 65% finish with minor age-stains. Of classic “Poacher’s” design with a removable, screw-attached buttstock. The buttstock, en suite with untouched surfaces and some scattered light handling marks. Nicely sculpted profile with an “L” shaped butt, a curved comb and simple brass and iron fittings, at the attachment-point. In overall very good untouched condition with deeply toned iron and brass surfaces. An unusual example of a Continental (French/Italian?) Screw-barrel Takedown Percussion Poacher’s Gun, ca. 1870. Of classic design and the type of readily concealable arm used by European Poachers, during the mid-19th century. Overall length, 34” (w/ butt attached) 25” without buttstock). Price: SOLD

AN EXCELLENT & RARE {.58 CAL.} CIVIL WAR ISSUE JOSLYN MODEL 1864 SADDLE RING CARBINE, SN. 15,5XX, dtd. 1864: In overall excellent untouched condition. Rifled, round, band-fastened, sighted, 22", .58 (Joslyn Rim Fire) caliber barrel with choice smooth blued steel surfaces, having 95%+ finish: fine bore with distinct rifling and isolated patches of light pitting. The blued and casehardened breech-block/receiver with matching smooth surfaces, its original components and clearly marked with a 15,5XX serial number and a “B. F. JOSLYN PATENT/OCT. 8 1861 JUNE 24 1862”: matching serial numbers on the tang. The lock/mechanism with its original hammer and casehardened lockplate: clearly marked "JOSLYN FIREARMS Co./STONINGTON, CONN./1864", forward of the hammer. In excellent condition with clear markings, fine mechanics and a strong mainspring. Oil-finished, unmarked, American walnut ¾ stock with choice surfaces, 95%+ finish and sharp contours: very light signs of use/wear with only some minor handling/storage marks. Retains its original blued and casehardened steel hardware with 90%+ finish. The blued screw-fastened buttplate with a "US" marking, on its tang and some scattered mottled patches of light surface-discoloration. The side-mounted saddle-bar with its original saddle-ring: the bar, ring and its base with 90%+ mottled casehardening colors. Matching barrel-band and retaining-spring with choice smooth surfaces; and the screw-fastened trigger-guard with 90%+ (turning) blued finish. In overall excellent untouched condition with excellent mechanics, sharp markings, matching serial numbers, much finish and all of its components. An excellent and rare example of a .58 caliber Civil War Issue, Josylyn Model 1864 Saddle-Ring Carbine: dtd. 1864. ***The Joslyn Carbine saw extensive use, during the American Civil War and was issued to the 4th & 8th Indianna, the 19th New York, the 13th Tennessee, the 9th Pennsylvania, 3rd West Virginia, 2nd Wisconsin, 1st Nebraska, 1st Neveda and the 11th Ohio Cavalry Regiments. Overall length, 39". For more information, please see Robert M. Reilly’s: “United States Military Small Arms 1816-1865”, pg. 140-142. Price: $3,775.00

A VERY GOOD & SCARCE UNTOUCHED DAY'S PATENT 28 Ga. UNDER-HAMMER PERCUSSION CANE-GUN, ca. 1830s: In overall very good untouched condition. The sighted, 28", round, 28 gauge, Birmingham proof marked, smoothbore, (.56) caliber barrel with smooth steel-gray surfaces with 25%, mottled, blued/blackened surfaces, some light scattered patches of discoloration/pitting and a fine bore. Marked, on the topside of the frame, with a "Day's Patent" and a "JR" marking. John Day of Devonshire, UK worked at Giltspur Street, West Smithfield (1831-38), was a noted maker of walking stick guns and was "granted Eng. Patent No. 4861" for an "Under-hammer percussion-cap lock" (Please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 79). The rounded integral frame with smooth, matching, gunmetal-gray surfaces and its original lock components: pop-out trigger and semi-flush fitting hammer with a button-type spur. Retains its original nipple. A strong mainspring and its original components. Plain hardwood grips with a rounded profile, 75% finish and a carved “D” on its heel. In overall very good+ untouched condition with fine edges and smooth richly-toned surfaces: some scattered light discoloration and clear Patent markings. Very good barrel with 25% mottled blued/blackened finish and smooth steel surfaces. Fine boxwood? grips with some scattered handling marks and light abrasions: virtually no cracks and chips. A very nice example of a scarce and early Day's Patent Percussion Cane Gun, ca. 1830s—complete with its black-painted (45%), turned wood muzzle-cap. ***The type of concealable firearm often associated with poachers, during the 19th century. Overall length, 34". Price: $2,275.00

A FINE INDIAN PERIOD WAR US GOVT. ISSUE BURNSIDE'S SPENCER MODEL 1865 SADDLE RING CARBINE, Sn 5,9XX, ca. 1865: In overall fine untouched condition and of standard configuration for the Carbine Model. A 20", sighted, three (3) groove rifled, 56-50 caliber, blued (55%) barrel with smooth surfaces, sharp contours and a very good bore. Original, graduated, rear sight with its spring base and its block-type front sight. Walnut buttstock and fore-end retain 85%+ of their finish with the left side of the butt having two (2) visible cartouches. The receiver, lever, etc., bear several martial inspector's marks and retain 25% of their mottled gray case colors with smooth surfaces: matching hammer. The top of the receiver clearly marked: "Spencer Repeating Rifle/ Pat'd March 6, 1860/ Manufd at Prov. R. I./ By Burnside Rifle Co." also marked with a clear "Model 1865" designation.. Very good bore with some scattered pitting. The barrel with 55%+ of its factory bluing, turning a brownish tone overall. In fine+ condition with crisp mechanics and its original components: an associated? hammer-screw. Smooth steel surfaces, very good finish, fine walnut stocks (a minor/tight hairline on either side of the butt -- at the loading tube) and clear factory and Govt. Markings. A fine example of an Indian War Period, US Martially Inspected, Burnside's Model 1865 Spencer Saddle Ring Carbine. Complete with its original saddle bar and ring. Of the more desirable Non-Stabler-Cut-off configuration and in much better than average condition. Complete with its original (functioning) loading tube. Price: SOLD

A VERY GOOD DAY'S PATENT 28 Ga. UNDER-HAMMER PERCUSSION CANE-GUN, ca. 1830s: In overall very good lightly cleaned condition. The sighted, 28", round, 28 gauge, smoothbore, (.56) caliber barrel with smooth steel-gray surfaces, some light pitting, a fine bore and scattered light patches of discoloration. Marked, on the topside of the frame, with a "Day's Patent" and a "JR" marking. John Day of Devonshire, UK worked at Giltspur Street, West Smithfield (1831-38), was a noted maker of walking stick guns and was "granted Eng. Patent No. 4861" for an "Under-hammer percussion-cap lock" (Please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 79). The rounded integral frame with matching gunmetal-gray surfaces and its original lock components: pop-out trigger and semi-flush fitting hammer with a button-type spur. Retains its original nipple with some scattered wear, discoloration and pitting. In mechanically functional order with all of its original components. Plain hardwood grips with a rounded profile and some scattered loss of finish. In overall very good condition with fine edges and smooth surfaces: some scattered light pitting and wear to the Patent markings. Very good boxwood? grips with some scattered handling marks and abrasions. Retains 45% finish with virtually no cracks and chips. A nice example of an unusual and scarce Day's Patent Percussion Cane Gun, ca. 1830s. ***The type of concealable arm often associated with poachers, during the 19th century. Overall length, 34". Price: SOLD

A FINE UNTOUCHED NEW JERSEY MARKED "SAVAGE" CIVIL WAR USED US MODEL 1861 CONTRACT MUSKET W/ BAYONET, dtd. 1863: In overall fine untouched condition. Regulation Model 1861-type (clean-out-screw nipple vent, on the bolster), round, .58 caliber rifled barrel with its folding adjustable rear sight and an iron block and blade fore-sight. Retains choice, smooth, untouched surfaces with its original nipple and sharp "V", "P" and Eagle-head proof marks. 1863 dated lock with clear Spread Eagle marking & "Savage Repeating Arms Co./ Meriden, Conn." marking under the bolster: a sharp date, behind the hammer and matching date, on barrel tang. Regulation Walnut fullstock with clear cartouches, 80%+ finish, some light handling marks, scuffs and its original iron mounts: marked, in between the sidebolts, with a "N.J" (New Jersey) unit marking. Three (3) "U"-marked spring-retained barrel bands, a "US" marked buttplate, two (2) sidebolt washers, a fore-end cap and the trigger-guard: retains both of sling-swivels. In overall fine untouched condition with gunmetal-toned steel-gray surfaces and a fine stock. Fine barrel with distinct rifling, smooth surfaces and sharp proof marks. The mounts and lock with a matching age-patina and some isolated patches of light discoloration. Fine mechanism with its original components and a strong mainspring. The lock with clear markings and some scattered light discoloration. Fine stock with much of its finish and some scattered handling marks, light scuffs and abrasions. A fine and untouched example of a Civil War Issue US Model 1861 Rifled Musket with New Jersey Markings. Original steel ramrod with swelled-shank & Regulation Pattern Bayonet. Overall length 56". Price: $2,000.00

A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED PRUSSIAN MODEL 1809/1812 INFANTRY MUSKET, Dtd. 1832: In overall very good untouched condition. Regulation, round, band-fastened, 41", .75 caliber, iron, smoothbore barrel with an 1832 dated breech: retains its original percussion nipple with some pitting and wear. Walnut fullstock of regulation Prussian Model design with a relief-carved cheek-piece, on the left side of the butt and simple raised contours around the lock and side-bolts. In very good condition with 80% original finish, numerous clear Prussian inspector's marks/cartouches and some scattered tight hairlines: an old filled section around the barrel-tang. Sharp contours with clear markings and some expected light abrasions from use. Clearly marked with a Crown/"Danzig/1832" on the sidelock percussion mechanism. Complete with its original components and in functional order with a strong mainspring. Retains an untouched dark age patina, en suite with the barrel with some light wear and discoloration. Regulation Model 1809/22 brass mounts: three (3) spring-retained brass barrel-bands-- the upper band with an integral "blade" fore-sight, a screw-fastened trigger-guard with pointed finials, a flat S-shaped sideplate and the Regimentally marked butt-plate with a sharp "17" over "1B 5 L R" Regimental marking. Untouched mustard-toned surfaces with clear markings and a rich age-patina: complete with its iron ramrod and missing its sling-swivels. A very nice example of a scarce Regimentally Marked Prussian Model 1809/12 Musket. *** These "German Muskets" were often imported by both the Union and Confederacy, during the American Civil War 1861-1865. Overall length, 56 1/2" (143.5 cm). Price: $1,350.00

A VERY GOOD+ CIVIL WAR USED US MODEL 1863 CONTRACT MUSKET, dtd. 1863: In overall very good+ untouched condition. Regulation Model 1863-type (flat bolster with Spread Eagle marking & no clean-out screw), round, .58 caliber rifled barrel with its folding adjustable rear sight and an iron block and blade fore-sight: retains its original nipple with clear "V", "P" and Eagle-head proof marks. 1863 dated lock and barrel-tang with a sharp Spread Eagle & "S.N.W.T.C. For Mass." marking under the bolster: a sharp date, behind the hammer. Regulation Walnut fullstock with a visible cartouche, 85%+ finish, some scattered handling marks and fitted with its original iron mounts: three (3) "U"-marked screw-retained blued barrel bands, a "US" marked buttplate, two (2) sidebolt washers, an iron fore-end cap and the trigger-guard: retains both of sling-swivels. The top of the butt with a "36 H" unit marking. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces and a very nice stock, without cracks or significant blemishes. The barrel with a fine bore, distinct rifling, smooth surfaces and clear proof marks. The remaining steel surfaces with a matching aged gray patina and some isolated patches of light discoloration. Fine mechanism with its original components and a strong mainspring. The lock with clear markings and some scattered light discoloration. Fine stock with 85% finish and some scattered light handling marks. A very nice example of an original US Model 1863 Rifled Musket. Original iron ramrod with swelled-shank. Overall length 56". Price: SOLD