Historic Firearms and Early Militaria

Historic Firearms and Early Militaria April 30 - May 1, 2014

Historic Firearms and Early Militaria

Cowan’s 6270 Este Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45232 513.871.1670 Fax 513.871.8670

Auction April 30, 2014 10 a.m. May 1, 2014 10 a.m.

Exhibition April 28, 2014 Noon - 5 p.m. April 30, 2014 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. May 1, 2014 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Bid In person, by phone, absentee or live online. Phone and Absentee Bidding 513.871.1670

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Specialists For This Auction

Jack Lewis [email protected]

Joe Moran [email protected]

Cowan’s is pleased to offer property from the following:

Joe Higgins — firearms photographer [email protected]

John Lee (February 2, 1937 – August 26, 2013) Emery Maury

Doug Hamilton

Jack Haney

Bill Lewis [email protected]

Allen Cebula

Capt. USN Steven Marvin, Ret.

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COWAN’S HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Since John first saved up enough to purchase his first BB gun as a young boy, he had set out on a journey of passion for firearms and friendship in the gun community. He had a love for all shooting sports, shooting clubs and organizations, alike. As a young man, he was drawn to skeet competition shoots, but in his later years came to favor sporting clay competitions. He traveled the world shooting and collecting guns, going as far as New Zealand to shoot sporting clays and to Argentina to hunt birds. On his travels, either in the United States or Europe, John made it a point to visit gun clubs and gun shops to enrich his knowledge, friendship and his collection. He “never met a gun he didn’t like.” John was a dear friend of Cowan’s and we enjoyed seeing him and sharing our passion for guns and the preservation of our history in arms. Not only was John a friend to Cowan’s, but also a close personal friend of Jack Lewis, Director of the Firearms Department, for almost 40 years. Jack has memories of John’s friendship from the days of hanging around his father’s gun shop. John will be missed by all. Cowan’s is honored to offer this great collection and to help preserve his gun collection legacy.

Historic Firearms and Early Militaria April 30, 2014 — Lots 601 - 1073 May 1, 2014 — Lots 1100 - 1780

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 30 - MAY 1, 2014 CINCINNATI, OHIO

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Swords and Edged Weapons

601 German Cupped-Hilt Rapier 36” double-edged blade with single fuller that is 8” long below the cup. Wood handle. Maker marked on blade IHN, Solingen. Very good; dark blade. $800 - $1,200

602 Spanish Cupped-Hilt Rapier 38” blade length with a fuller 8”, overall length is 45”, marked in the middle of the fuller EN IIVLE COLL, On the reverse MI SINNAI - SANTISMO - CRVCIFIO. Iron cup; iron handle with wire wrapping; iron pommel and guard. The mark of the crucifix is on the ricasso. Heinrich (Enrique) Coll was a famous German swordsmith who worked chiefly in Spain circa 1588 - 1610. This sword was presumably made in Solingen, Germany for the Spanish market. The mark of the crucifix is on the ricasso. Untouched overall in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

603 European Brass Ring Hilt Small Swords, Lot of Two Lot includes two brass-hilted small swords, both with 30” trefoil blades with single long fullers and ball pommels. One with wire wrapped handle; the other with wooden handle and Turks’ heads. Very good. $800 - $1,200 4


Swords and Edged Weapons 604 French Model 1838 Chasseurs de Vincennes and Model 1845 Marine Infantry Officer’s Swords Chasseurs de Vincennes sword has a 29.5” feather blade with Klingenthal maker’s mark; brass half-basket hilt has pierced trophy and wreath motif and dark ribbed wood grip; steel scabbard. Marine Infantry sword has 29” Klingenthal marked fullered blade; brass half-basket hilt with pierced trophy and anchor motif and ribbed horn grip; steel scabbard. Good. $800 - $1,200

605 French Model 1822 Cavalry Swords, Lot of Four Different Patterns Light cavalry officer’s sword has a 36” blade, brass three-branch guard with floral motif and horn grip. Cuirassier sword with a 36.5” blade, brass four-branch guard and leather and wire wrapped grip. Light cavalry saber has a 34.5” blade, brass three-branch guard and wire wrapped horn grip. Heavy cavalry saber with 36” blade, brass three-branch guard and wire and leather wrapped grip. All four swords have steel scabbards. Good. Normal age toning. $1,000 - $1,500

606 French Model 1821 Foot Officer Swords, Lot of Two, and a Marine Infantry Short Sword First M1821 specimen has a 29.5” blade, brass two-branch guard, wirewrapped shagreen grip, brass-mounted leather scabbard. Second example with a 30” blade, brass pierced floral motif guard, horn grip and steel scabbard. Third sword is a Model 1833 Marine Infantry short sword with 19.5” blade dated 1839, cast brass hilt has an anchor proof mark, brass mounted leather scabbard. Good. Moderate wear to the leather scabbards. $800 - $1,000



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607 Composite Cupped Hilt Rapier 40.5” fullered blade ca 17th century. Left side of blade is stamped Feltriense. Right side is stamped PV5. Both sides of blade are stamped with a symbol resembling a cross followed by a series of interrupted grooves along the blade. Later period cup is large and deeply cast featuring images of men fighting with swords, as well as images of crest, spears and grotesques with intricate scrolled background. Rim of cup with twisted rope design. Straight quillons and curved knuckle bow both twisted decoratively terminating in circular disk finials. Grip is wrapped at intervals with fine plain wire and a heavier coiled wire. Braided wire grip rings. Pommel is a fluted cylinder. Wire around grips is intact. Blade with spotted areas of dark pitting. Otherwise, very good. $800 - $1,200

608 Composite Dish Hilt Rapiers, Lot of Two First item is a German sword with 43” fullered blade marked S.H.H.H.H.C.II.M on the ca 17th century blade. Wide fuller near the hilt. Later made cast and pierced hilt with plume motifs. Ricasso carved with twined fish or serpent heads. Short straight quillons with flattened diamond ends. Crossguard rings flattened in the center and decorated with incised circles and lines. Knuckle bow has two short ribs attached, whose ends curl into serpent or fish heads and a flattened circular midsection with circle and scroll engraving. Knuckle bow screwed to carved bulbous pommel. Ribbed grip wrapped with heavy twisted wire. Second sword is ca 18th Century Bilbao type sword with 39.5” blade. Both sides of blade stamped with long wavy line along the median near the hilt. Cupped hilt with scalloped edge made to resemble large flower petals. Straight quillons with button finials. Knuckle bow has a turned midsection and a button finial. Grip wrapped with twisted copper wire. Void of grip rings. Pommel is spherical with flanged neck and a tiny finial. First sword: blade is very good the cup and grips with some oxidation. Second sword: even salt and pepper pitting throughout. $1,000 - $1,500

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609 Composite Pierced Cup Hilt Rapier Ca 17th Century 38.5” blade with flattened diamond cross-section void of any marks. Blade is grafted with a 19th century shell guard. Shell guard decorated with tightly scrolling pierced work. S-shaped quillons with scrolled ends. Simple knuckle bow. Grips are wrapped with a coiled wire. Loosely braided coiled wire grip rings. Pommel carved with large lobed leaves. Blade is very good. Knuckle bow region has bright metal and rusted metal from repair work. $800 - $1,200

610 Continental European Short Sword Ca 16th Century 24” stout double-edged blade with median ridge. Both sides of blade marked with an inlaid copper E. Bronze crossguard with incised circle with a dot in the center. Bardiche shaped quillons pierced at each end with three holes. Wooden grip with latter added bronze buttplate. Blade is in near relic condition - wood is very old as well. Good. $1,000 - $1,500

611 Spanish Cup Hilt of Bilbao Type Ca 18th Century 34” blade with a flat median ridge extending beyond the fuller on both sides. The blade is engraved with the Royal Arms of Spain, and thus this sword was possibly carried by a member of the King’s Royal Guard. The cup plate consists of two ovoid plates, the outer one larger than the inner. A snake emblem surrounded by a shield is engraved on the outer side of the guard. The guard is attached to the hilt and cross guard arm by means of four screws. Straight quillons with knobbed ends. Knuckle bow with knob at midsection and on the end. Grip is wrapped with red .5” wide woven fiber braid and then over-wrapped with twisted wire. The wire is wrapped tighter at each end. Void of grip wings. Cylindrical pommel with faint facets along its length. Flat button finial on pommel. Even salt and pepper pitting throughout the sword. Wood grips slightly loose, otherwise very good. $800 - $1,200



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612 Rare Napoleonic Era Hunting Sword by Ronge, Liege 23.25” straight single-edged blade becoming double-edged at the point. Wide median fuller and beveled cutting edge. Two-thirds of the blade is fired blue and etched and gilded with foliage sprays and trophies with flags. Left side of blade with image of a boar being chased by two hounds. Hilt on left side reads a Liege. Hilt on right side reads E. Lassence Ronge. The hilt is of characteristic pattern used by Nicholas Noel Boutet on daggers of the Mameluke Guards. Classical style brass hilt with wide fluted semi-circular edge serving as a vestigial guard. Waisted and fluted dark wood solid grip. Plain pommel cap having a ring for a strap or a lanyard. Pommel attached with two screws. Complete with leather scabbard with silver mounts. Sword retains ca 75% of its fired blue and gilt finish. Leather on scabbard is dry and bleeding. $1,000 - $1,500

613 British General Officer’s Sword Silver Hilt 32.25” plain blade, silver ring hilt. Small sword with leather scabbard maker marked at throat Loxham Royal Exchange. Hallmarks are mainly indistinct. Robert Loxham is recorded trading as a hatter and sword-cutler in 1794 at 88 Cornhill, Royal Exchange. This dates the sword to ca 1790. Very good. $2,000 - $3,000

614 British 18th Century Silver Ring Hilt Small Sword Lightly toned surfaces to the diamond-form, engraved, hollow ground, 34.25”, colichemarde blade with a flared, gold-damascened ricasso. Very fine surfaces, some light discoloration and a fine tip. Classic, Georgian Period, cast and richly embossed. Silver hilt of typical small sword form with a ball-shaped pommel and full rings. Full scabbard with all mounts. Very good. $1,500 - $2,500 8


Arms & Armor

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615 Indo-Persian Butted Mail with Plate and Plum Holder Top of crown has gold damascene work with a 2.25” plum holder. Butted steel mail. Mail is looped to plate. Excellent condition. $1,000 - $1,500 616 Moro Chainmail Cuirass with Moro Spear Complete with bosses and metal furniture attached to the breastplate with two functional fasteners. Back of the cuirass with scaled metal plates. Blade is 23” and overall length 51.5”. Wood handle trimmed in brass with spiral design. Some of the metal furniture on the front breastplate is missing, otherwise very good. Blade of spear has a nice untouched black patina. Wood handle has some nicks and scratches. $800 - $1,200

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617 Cromwellian Pot Helmet and Moro Helmet Cromwellian helmet is ca mid-17th century and is missing its nasal and ear flaps. Moro helmet is missing several parts, but has well-rendered decorative appointments. Cromwellian helmet is a near relic and the Moro helmet is in very good condition for what is remaining. $800 - $1,200

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Colonial and Revolutionary War — Long Guns

618 Rev War-Used Restocked 1777 Charleville .70 caliber, 41” round barrel. 1777 Charleville parts, lock, barrel, grooved triggerguard. Bands are from a very early musket. Crude style of early stocking with trade musket-style brass butt plate. Interesting how the rear band is held to the stock by the use of three band springs. This musket is in what we term “the black,” or “attic untouched.” All metal is brown with pitting and never been cleaned. Stock is totally black with old age cracks in the butt. Brass buttplate has a crack through the top screw and has aged. This is an outstanding Rev. War-used restocked musket - a history in itself of the use and recycling of parts to be used for battle. $5,000 - $7,000

619 Second Model Short Land Pattern Brown Bess Musket .75 caliber, 42” round barrel with British proofs near breech. Lockplate marked Tower; brass furniture, brass plate behind tang marked I over 58. Correct wide butt walnut stock with hump around rear ferule. Barrel, lock, furniture all have a very nice in the “attic black” look. Musket has a very even look. A small old chip of wood out behind tang with dark patina down in the missing chip. A small chip of wood out in the front of lockplate forward of the front sidelock screw. A great Rev. War-used musket. $6,000 - $9,000

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Colonial and Revolutionary War — Long Guns

620 2nd Model Brown Bess Musket with Unit .70 caliber, 42” round barrel. Top of barrel with Birmingham proofs. Regimental markings on the barrel, but illegible. Lockplate marked Tower with crown over GR. Brass thumb plate is marked I over 12. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Excellent overall, barrel has a nice dark brown patina with some pitting around the touch hole. Lock is is very sharp and crisp with nice untouched patina. Hammer has nice uniform look with some very fine minute pitting. Brass furniture with nice patina. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings and one old repair at the third ferule. This is a very nice second model Brown Bess. $6,000 - $7,500

621 Pattern 1763 French Charleville Musket .69 caliber, 44.5” round barrel. Flat lockplate and hammer with a projecting point on the rear of lockplate, Charleville marked on the lockplate. Triggerguard with pointed rear and front. Three barrel bands with original walnut stock. Barrel, lock and furniture have a very even untouched patina mixing with pitting. Stock is scuffed mixing with some nicks and dings. Two small pieces of wood missing on the left side of barrel by the middle band and 2” by 0.125” forward of the middle band and then a 6” by 0.125” forward running into the front band. Overall a very good musket that saw use in the French and Indian War as well as the Rev. War. $4,000 - $6,000



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Long Guns — Flintlocks

622 Early Flintlock Fowler .660 bore diameter, 51” octagonal-to-round barrel. Beveled lock, goose neck hammer, rounded pan, frizzen spring with fleur de lis finial. Early curved buttstock with high comb. Chased brass buttplate; engraved triggerguard with finals. Deeply chased brass sideplate. Sidelock screws are replacements. Fleur de lis carving behind the tang. Walnut stock. Barrel with a dark brown patina; pitting around the touch hole protruding onto the barrel and area around the touch hole. Lock with untouched brown patina. Stock has been cleaned long ago. A very old repair around the tang on the right side. Some small splinters repaired along the barrel. a very nice pre-Rev. War fowler. $2,000 - $3,000

623 French Model 1777 Flintlock Musket .69 caliber, 42.5” barrel. Three barrel bands; left flat of stock has RF markings. Walnut stock with recessed cheek piece. Barrel has dark brown patina with some pitting around the touch hole and protruding on to the barrel. Lockplate has dark untouched patina. Some pitting around the hammer. Buttplate, bands and triggerguards have nice dark brown patina. Stock is good with a untouched dark patina. $1,000 - $1,500

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624 French Double Flintlock Shotgun .22 ga., 32.75” browned barrels with maker’s name in gilt. Nicely designed tang grooved for sighting. Platinum blow out plugs. Iron buttplate with fleur-de-lis design; triggerguard with fleur-de-lis design on the front. Stock tip made of iron and decorated with fleurs-de-lis. Locks are plain with nicely executed designs as finials. Finely figured walnut stock with checkered wrist and raised carving behind tang and on the left rear of stock behind the cheek piece. Barrels still retains most of the original brown finish and gilt just lightly fading. Locks are very sharp and crisp with a nice mottled grey to silvery look. Stock is excellent but has a very slight crack that permeates through the wrist, which is only noticeable up on close examination. Stock has some nicks and dings, but still retains an untouched look. $2,000 - $4,000

625 Full-Stock Southern Flintlock Rifle .44 caliber, 44” octagonal flared barrel. Notched rear barrel sight; blade front. Lock with sporting-style hammer and marked Josh Golcher. Brass triggerguard. Maple stock with no ramrod ferules or buttplate and a grease hole in the right side of buttstock. Barrel has an untouched chocolate brown finish. Stock has had a piece of wood put in running from the nose cap on the left side back about 9” and a 0.25” wide, and on the right side about 2” from the nose cap, 15” by 0.25”. A piece of wood has been added in front of the lockplate. Two side plate screws have been replaced. Stock has some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500



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626 Full-Stock Flintlock Rifle by J. Gumph .40 caliber, 43” octagonal barrel. Engraved J. Gumph on the top of barrel. Notched rear sight with blade front sight. Fourpiece plain brass patchbox, brass triggerguard, brass sideplate, brass toe plate and ferules. Curly maple stock. Barrel has brown patina with some pitting on the barrel and around the touch hole. Lock plate has been converted back to flint, with replacement hammer, top jaw and top jaw screw. Lock screws have been replaced. Front section of the stock has been replaced. Patchbox and stock with nice patina on the rear portion. $2,000 - $3,000

627 Ketland Marked American Flintlock Fusil .610 bore diameter, 41” octagonal-to-round barrel. Ketland marked lock. Four-piece engraved patchbox, brass buttplate, brass triggerguard. Checkered maple stock. Barrel has brown patina. Pitting around the touch hole and onto the barrel. Lockplate is grey to brown with pitting around the pan and under the pan. Brass with nice tarnished look. Stock has been clean and is missing some small slivers of wood on both sides of the barrel. $800 - $1,200

628 Tennessee Flintlock Kentucky Rifle .40 caliber, 44.5” octagonal barrel. Blade front sight with notched rear sight. Tang with three screws. Original flint, double-set triggers. Iron triggerguard, iron toe plate, iron buttplate, nosecap and ferules. Walnut stock. Rifle is excellent overall with nice dark patina blending well throughout the rifle. Stock with nice opened grain look and untouched patina. Tennessee rifles of this quality seldom come up for sale. $2,000 - $3,000

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Details

629 North Carolina Flintlock Long Rifle .40 caliber, 41.75” swamped octagonal barrel. Silver blade front sight, notched rear sight, double screw tang. Engraved lock with dog pointing, single sidelock screw, double-set triggers. Four-piece engraved Daisy-style patchbox with release on the upper plate. This is a very typical feature of a North Carolina rifle. Brass toeplate with fleur de lis and an oval piercing. Brass butt plate, eagle sideplate, brass triggerguard, brass ferules. Maple stock with cheek piece, molding along the top of the comb of stock running down to the wrist and ending in a nice tear drop. No forward molding. Although this rifle is unmarked, the characteristics point to either Salem or Davidson County of North Carolina. Barrel has untouched patina. Lock has some pitting underneath the pan, around the frizzen spring and precluding onto the barrel around the touch hole. Brass has been polished. The stock has been repaired in the wrist, a very professional job. From the forward are of the rear ferule to the noise cap has been expertly replaced. A very rare rifle that seldom comes up for sale. $4,000 - $6,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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Accoutrements

630 Lot of Two Early Militia Belt Plates First specimen is a Corps of Artillery shoulder belt plate ca 1814 with matching small button. Second specimen is a waist belt plate ca 18181835. Artillery plate is a relic and missing its prongs on the verso. Waist belt plate is in very good condition. From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan $800 - $1,200

631 Rare Revolutionary War Brass Gorgets and Pair of Small Spurs 4.5” length brass gorget with eagle clutching an olive branch and thirteen stars above. Underside of gorget marked in script Major General Nathaniel Goodwin. 6” brass gorget with light engraving on both ends. Pair of steel spurs measures 3.25”. General Nathaniel Goodwin (1748-1819) was a Massachusetts Colonial militia officer who answered the call and witnessed the start of the Revolutionary War at Boston and Cambridge serving as Major in Colonel Gerrish’s Regiment of Militia. Like most colonial militia units it was subject to frequent reorganization, consolidation, and numerical changes. Gerrish’s Regiment was raised in April 1775 and organized at Cambridge with ten companies. It joined the main Continental Army in June assigned to General Heath’s Brigade. It was redesignated the 26th Continental Regiment in the army reorganization of January 1776 and reduced to eight companies, assigned General Clinton’s Brigade of the main army. The militiamen guarded British prisoners taken at Saratoga after the defeat of Burgoyne and later in 1778 it participated in the expedition to Rhode Island. The regiment underwent several other reorganizations becoming the 9th Massachusetts Regiment in August 1779. As the 9th Massachusetts it saw active campaigning in the Mohawk Valley, the defense of Philadelphia, and the Philadelphia-Monmouth Campaign serving until January 1783 when it was disbanded at West Point, New York. At some point Goodwin was promoted to Brigadier General, and later to major General of Massachusetts Militia, which office he retained until his death in 1819. According to a booked by Bradford Kingman titled Epitaphs from Burial Hill (1892), “For many years he represented the town of Plymouth in the General Court, and was also a magistrate, having the qualities of an impartial judge. In all duties to which he was called he was assiduous and capable, and was held in the highest esteem for probity, integrity and other virtues.” Nathaniel Goodwin was married twice and had seven children before his death at age 70 on March 8, 1819. He is buried in the family plot (D 70) in Burial Hill, Plymouth, Massachusetts. Photographs of his tombstone can be found online at Find A Grave. A gorget was an insignia of rank generally worn by field officers and it is rare to find such an artifact associated with a Colonial soldier of such rank and prominence. Gorgets are very good - larger gorget with solder repair marks. From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan $1,500 - $3,000

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Colonial and Revolutionary War — Edged Weapons

632 Rev. War-Used Brown Bess Bayonet 17” tri-blade bayonet, 4” socket, Brown Bess-style. Very good. Bayonet is dark and rusty. $800 - $1,200

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633 Early American Silver Mounted Dagger 7.5” spear point-shaped blade, 11.25” overall. Silver handle, silver sheath. No markings. This is a very early knife mounted in silver and in excellent condition. Blade has nice patina and the silver has an untouched tarnished look. $3,500 - $5,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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Colonial and Revolutionary War — Swords & Edged Weapons

634 Officer’s Silver-Mounted Sword With Knight’s Head Pommel by Louis Prahl 29.5 curved blade with double fullers, marked Prahl parallel with the sharp edge. Silver mounts with spiral cut wood handle. Nice early sword. No scabbard. Handle is excellent. Silver mounts have untouched blackened look. Blade has several areas of brown stains including some rust pitting on the last 17” of the blade. $4,000 - $6,000

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635 Rev War Period Plug Bayonet with Scabbard 9” triangular blade with spear point. Blade engraved in vines and flowers. Wood grip with a brass ferule and guard. Crudely pioneer made copper scabbard with leather loop. A very rare Revolutionary War accouterment. Blade is gunmetal grey with some brown staining and pitting mixing in. Wood handle has nice patina that blends with the patina on the brass ferule and guard. Copper and leather loop with nice aged untouched look. Overall very good for a Rev. War item. $2,000 - $3,000

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Colonial and Revolutionary War — Swords & Edged Weapons

636 Early Militia “George Washington” Eagle Pommel Officer’s Sword 28” heavy curved blade with etched panels of military motifs. Blued panels with Gilt panoply of arms. Handle with feathers culminating into the Eagle head pommel, handle made of brass with gilt finish. Chased brass scabbard with gilt finish. Missing carrying rings circa 1790-1810. Blue finish has slightly faded but still retains a lot of the blue finish. Gilt is very strong on one side the other side has slightly faded. Brass scabbard still retains 70% of the gilt finish. Scabbard still has holes on the side of scabbard where the carrying rings were once. $2,000 - $3,000

637 French Indian War-Era Poll Hammer Tomahawk with Crescent Blade 4” length, 3.75” height. Right side of hammer end stamped Ribaut. 10.25” haft with spiraled grooves on base. Head is connected to the base via two 3.75” oval iron straps. Top of iron ax head with a .5” crack by the hammer end. Overall very good with expected wear and aging of the iron head. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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Hand Guns — Flintlocks

638 Early English Flintlock Holster Pistol .580 bore diameter smoothbore, 8” tapered round brass barrel. Brass furniture, walnut stock. All brass with an untouched patina. Lock has some pitting mixing with nice dark patina. Circa Rev war. Hammer screw is a replacement. Stock with some nicks and dings, overall very good. $1,000 - $1,500

639 German Flintlock Holster Pistol .540 bore diameter, 10.25” tapered round barrel with raised rib on the top of barrel. Brass blade front sight. Brass furniture, brass triggerguard with nice finial on the front. Finial on the rear of brass ferule. Raised carved walnut stock with horn tip. Excellent overall with untouched look. Sharp and crisp carving. $1,000 - $1,500

640 British Light Dragoon Pistol .640 bore diameter, 9” barrel, markings on front lock of “crown over GR”. Marking behind hammer “Blair.” Has brass furniture with pin-fasten walnut stock. Stock has a “beaver tail” near the tang. With a metal ram rod. The hammer, front lock, barrel, and ram rod all have a brown patina with some pitting. Brass furniture has nice mustard patina. Wood retains 70% of finish and has nicks and dings. Stock has a very small hairline crack right above the trigger guard. Overall condition is very good. $1,000 - $1,500

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641 Contemporary Kentucky Pistol by Karl H. Kruger .45 caliber, 8.5” octagonal barrel. Engraved German silver furniture, curly maple stock with moldings around the lock and around the sideplate. Very well made. Karl Kruger was a master gunsmith from Connecticut who learned his trade in Germany. Excellent. $800 - $1,200


642 English Flintlock Boxlock Pistol .44 caliber, 1.5” screw barrel. Frame and barrel made of German silver. Marked on the frame Wallis and on the other side Hull. Engraved panoply of arms on both sides of the frame. Safety behind the hammer. Checkered walnut grips. Hallmarks on the bottom of barrel. Nice untouched and very sharp and crisp with nice patina. $800 - $1,200

643 English Flintlock Pistol by Rawson & Co with Docs. .60 caliber smoothbore, 8” round tapered brass barrel with Birmingham proofs. Brass furniture with walnut stock. John Rawson was a Birmingham, England gunmaker who flourished in the early 19th century. Barrel and furniture are excellent. Lock is very sharp and crisp with nice untouched patina. Wood is excellent with minimal nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

644 Albanian Miquelet Pistol .60 bore diameter, 12.25” round barrel. Engraved brass-covered stock. With engraved brass powder measure. Pistol has a nice untouched patina, excellent overall. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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645 English Over/Under Tap Action Flintlock Pistol .40 caliber, 2” rifled round over/under barrels. Tap action, safety behind hammer, rosewood grips. All metal has nice even look with a black-to-brown patina. Grips are good. $1,200 - $1,500

646 European Flintlock Pistol .40 caliber rifled, 3” octagonal-to-round barrel. Iron furniture, walnut stock with relief carving behind the tang and around the triggerguard. All metal has been cleaned with some salt and pepper pitting scattered throughout. Stock is good. $1,000 - $1,500

647 Pair of French Flintlock Officer’s Holster Pistols .570 bore diameter, 9” tapered octagonal-to-round barrels, Barrels have a pattern of fluer de lis; gilt on the tang on top of barrels. Brass furniture finished in gilt. Sideplate with military motif. Raised carving around the trigguards behind the rear ferule, behind the tang. Molding along the ramrod channel. Silver wire work behind the carving on the tang. Walnut stocks. Barrels and locks have been refinish. Barrels have been reblued, locks have been re-case colored. Very sharp and crisp lines. Stock and furniture has had added coat of glossy finish. $1,500 - $2,500 22



648 European Brass Blunderbuss Flintlock Pistol .56 caliber, 5.75” octagonal-to-round swamped barrel. Walnut stock, brass mounts, beveled lock and sideplate. Bag-shaped handle. Very good condition with a smooth dark bore. The ramrod tip is broken off and the hammer only cocks to the first position. $800 - $1,200

649 European Queen Anne Flintlock Pistol .42 caliber, 7.125” octagonal-to-round, screw cannon-style barrel. Brass mounts, walnut stock, sight plate with floral motif and grotesque face. Engraved trigger guard with fleur-de-lis pattern; engraved butt cap; fleurde-lis raised carving at top tang, moldings around side plate. Very good condition with a fair bore which should clean to better condition. Barrel and lock have been cleaned to bright with scattered salt and pepper pitting. Stock is good with minor nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

650 Pair of Italian Flintlock Pistols .490 bore diameter, 9” fluted to round barrels, early style with goose neck hammers. Brass overlaid hammer screws. Fleur de lis-style iron triggerguard, iron crest with crown inlaid behind tangs. Iron butt caps and ferules. Raised carve walnut stocks. Pistols are in good condition; both have had work done on the stocks. Metal has been cleaned to bright, with some pitting. Markings are clear and legible. One crest missing on one of the pistols. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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651 Pair of Ottoman Flintlock Pistols with Embroidered Holsters .580 bore diameter, 8” octagonal-to-round tapered barrel with silver inlay on top. Early style rounded locks. Silver inlaid furniture also finished in silver plate. Raised carved walnut stocks with embroidered leather holsters. Pistols are excellent, retaining most of the original finish. Leather holsters are very good. $1,500 - $2,500

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War of 1812 — Swords & Edged Weapons

652 Early Nineteenth Century Naval Dirk 10” blue and gilt finished blade, 13.75” o.a.l. Ivory handle, brass crossguard and ferrule with gilt finish. Metal scabbard with gilt finish. Very good condition with 10-15% original blue remaining on the blade. It retains ca 75% of the original gilt finish and the handle is very good with 2 cracks running its length. $800 - $1,200

653 Early Eagle Pommel Sword 32.75” curved blade with single fuller, blued blade with gilt engraving. Brass eagle head pommel and knuckle bow, bone handle. No scabbard. Good+ condition with some rust pitting and black staining on the blade. The blue is blending to a brown patina, while the brass has a dark untouched patina. $1,000 - $1,500

654 American Naval Dirk 12” curved blade with single fuller and 4” false edge. Gilded crossguard with panoply of arms. Bone handle with gilded back strap. Complete with leather sheath with gilt brass throat and gilt brass band. The blade has some salt and pepper pitting. The brass furniture has a mustard-to-brown patina. The leather sheath shows wear and has some flaking. Missing the brass tip with a small hole. The brass on the sheath has a mustard-to-brown patina. Bone grips have a nice even look. Overall is good. From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan $800 - $1,200 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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655 Early Eagle Head Pommel Officer’s Sword 31” curved blade with etched panel oft floral designs an one military panel of shield, cannon and flag. Finished in blue gilt. Brass eagle head pommel and D-shaped guard. Spiral designed bone handle. Gilt finished brass scabbard. Blade still retains most of the vivid blue and gilt finish. Bone handle has some cracks. Pommel and guard retains some of the silver finish. Scabbard with tarnished patina and traces of silver. Overall excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

656 Infantry Officer’s Sword 32” blade with etched panels of floral designs and a military motif. In a gilt oval is marked Bolton & Co Warrented. Blade finished in blue and gilt. Fluted ivory handle with gilt three-tier crown-shaped pommel and guard. Leather scabbard with gilt finish bands and tip. Blade is excellent with most of the fire blue finish and gilt. Handle is excellent with nice patina. Guard and pommel still retain most of the gilt finish. Leather scabbard shows some crazing, the tip is severed from the scabbard, but still intact. $1,000 - $1,500

657 Officer’s Eagle Pommel Sword by Pemberton & Co. with Dragoon Blade 34.5” curved blade engraved with military motifs finished in blue and gilt finish. Gilt eagle pommel; gilt brass guard with brass counter-guard; spiral bone handle. Leather scabbard with gilt finished brass bands, tip and throat. Circa 1810-1820. Blade still retains most of the fire blue finish just lightly fading toward the guard. All of the motifs still retain the original gilt finish. Blade running toward the point has a nice grey-to-brown with some brown staining. Leather scabbard is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500 26


Swords & Edged Weapons

658 German Hunting Swords, Lot of Three First sword is ca 18th Century with 28” straight double-edge unmarked blade with short median fuller. Cast guard, quillon and knuckle bow are all of one piece. Single shell guard with grooved edge. Single quillon with expanded end. Knuckle bow has two decorative grooves at midsection. Slightly flared cylindrical grip of fluted dark wood. Single round pommel cap with knob finial. Second sword is ca 18th century with 22” slightly curved single-edge blade becoming double-edged at the point. Entire blade is etched to simulate Damascus watered steel. Each side of blade has etched symbols, partly visible. They may be nonsensical and do not appear to be Turkish or Cyrillic. Blade has at the hilt a raised semi-circular portion on both sides. Silver hilt with three marks on one side. One mark might be a crowned V. Straight quillons with bulbous ends. Bone grip scales carved with rope design borders and raised cartouche on each side. A female bust is carved into the cartouche, with a different one on each side. Grips have a trefoil shaped pommel. Plain silver grip strap. Pommel and lower quillon have rings which suspend a black metal chain. Third sword is a Hirshfanger sword ca 1890 with a 19” straight single-edged blade becoming double-edged at the point with flattened diamond cross section. Both sides of blade etched for most of the length with different designs on each side. Inner side has scrolling vines and stylized floral motifs. Outer side has stylized foliage, hunting trophies and the stamped name Keil in Regensburg. Iron hilt with fluted shell-shaped guard curved toward the blade. Straight flat quillons with widely expanded ends. Quillon block has grooved line decorations. Grip is a solid piece of red stag horn. Ferrule and pommel cap are finely ridged. Leather scabbard with silver throat and drag with acorn motif. First sword very good. Second sword’s blade is heavily oxidized near the tip and the Damascus pattern is worn and pitted throughout the sword. Sword’s grips and quillon are excellent. Third sword’s etchings are ca 85% vivid and leather on scabbard is still very supple. $800 - $1,200

659 Pappernheimer-Type Composite Sword, Ca 17th Century 43” contemporary blade with flattened diamond cross section with median ridge and rounded tip. Ricasso stamped with an 8 inside a crest. 17th century thin basket hilt with delicately pierced design. Iron grip hilt which is incorrect. Grip is wrapped with plain wire alternating with plaited wire. Grip rings are wire wrapped with thinner wire and then plaited. Thin knuckle guard, ribs and S-shaped quillons. Pommel is a slightly faceted knob. Quillons with black regions indicating repair, otherwise very good. $800 - $1,200



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660 German Hunting Sword Ca 19th Century Hirshfanger sword with 19.5” straight single-edged blade becoming double-edged at the point. Lower portion of the blade with fired blue finish as well as gilt motifs including floral sprays, trophies and a leaping fox on one side and a boar on the other side. Blade at the hilt on outer side is engraved Martin Semmler Schwertfeger in Cassel. Gilded copper alloy hilt with medallions on both sides featuring a stag and a doe sitting near a dead boar. Heavy straight quillons with finials in the shape of dog’s heads. Rough stag horn grip scales with two oval gilt rivet heads having formal leaf patterns. Ferrule has raised decoration consisting of overlapping band of acanthus leaves. Fluted oval pommel cap with knob finial. Neck of cap shows various hunting vignettes around the edge. Plain grip straps. Leather scabbard with brass throat and drag. Blade retains ca 60% of its fired blue and gilt finish. Leather scabbard is excellent. $800 - $1,200

661 Japanese Edo Period Katana Civilian Mounts 25” un-signed blade; two holes in tang, one drilled for later service and one punched. Nice Edo period spoked tsuba; plain brass habaki; no menukies. Leather-covered wooden scabbard. Very good. $800 - $1,200

662 Japanese Wakazashi by Awataguchi Sanetaka Coto Era 20.5” signed blade, cloud pattern temper line. Silver “falling rain” habaki, dragon fuchi and kachira, Early three mum menukis, pierced iron tsuba. This style wak with these mounts belonged to a member of the Royal House. Excellent. Scabbard is a later replacement. Property of the Zanesville Museum of Art, Zanesville, OH. Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund. $2,000 - $4,000 28



663 Model 1795 Springfield Flintlock Musket .69 caliber, 44.25” round barrel. Lockplate marked Springfield on the rear of lockplate. Flat hammer, faceted pan, final on frizzen spring. Triggerguard with points on both ends. Walnut stock with high comb. I G carved into the right side of stock. Barrel has been cleaned to bright some pitting around the touch hole and protruding onto the barrel. Lockplate is grey with pitting. Stock has been cleaned. An early 1795. $2,000 - $3,000

664 Model 1808 Contract Flintlock Musket by L. Pomeroy .69 caliber, 44.5” barrel. Dated 1810 with SNY and P M markings near the breech. Lockplate marked L. Pomeroy. Walnut stock. This has a very unusual large triggerguard. All metal has been clean to bright. Metal with sharp and crisp lines. Stock is very good with some nicks and dings. $2,000 - $3,000

665 Model 1808 Harpers Ferry Musket .69 caliber, 44.5” round barrel, Lockplate marked with an eagle US under the pan and in the rear of lockplate Harpers Ferry 1808. Walnut stock with barrel bands. Barrel has some brown staining mixing with patina, pitting around the touch hole and protruding onto the barrel. Lockplate is brown mixing with pitting on the hammer, hammer screw, pan is a replacement. Triggerguard, buttplate and bands has some pitting mixing with a brown patina. Stock has been cleaned with a replacement on the left side of the tang. Also 16.5” of the front end of stock has been replaced. $1,500 - $2,000

666 Model 1812 Harpers Ferry Musket .69 caliber, 42” round barrel, marked near the breech with eagle in oval and VP in an oval. Marked on top of barrel Ohio. Three barrel bands. Lockplate marked Harpers Ferry and dated 1815 in three lines on the rear of lockplate. Walnut stock. All metal is has nice sharp lines, covered in a light froth of rust, this will clean off and have a nice very presentable musket. Nice open-grained walnut stock with good cartouche. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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667 Model 1814 Rifle by R. Johnson .54 caliber, 33.5” octagonal-to-round barrel. LS stamped into the left flat of barrel at breech. Lockplate marked R. Johnson US. Finger-grooved triggerguard. Bands held with studs. Brass tipped ramrod. Walnut stock. Barrel has nice grey-to-brown patina mixing with some pitting. Lockplate with grey to brown patina. Hammer may be an old replacement. Stock has been cleaned. Stock has some nicks and dings. $2,000 - $3,000

668 Model 1814 Harpers Ferry Rifle .54 caliber, 33” octagonal-to-round barrel. Lockplate marked with eagle under pan; on the rear of lockplate, Harpers Ferry and dated 1814. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Barrel is grey with some black staining. Pitting around the touch hole and protruding onto the barrel. Stock is good with some nicks and dings. $2,000 - $3,000

669 Model 1795 Type IV Springfield Musket .69 caliber, 44.25” barrel. “P,” eagle and “V” barrel proofs. Lockplate with rear tit and dated 1812 marked under the pan large US eagle Springfield. Large triggerguard with rounded rear and front. Three barrel bands and period leather sling. Walnut stock with three barrel bands. Barrel with untouched brown patina. Touch hole appears to be untouched and original flint. Lockplate blend very well with the barrel and nice patina. Stock is nice with some nicks and dings. $1,500 - $2,500

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670 Whitney Model 1812 Contract Flintlock Musket .69 caliber, 42” round barrel. Flat lockplate unmarked, missing bridle, rear bar and spring, frizzen spring. Top of barrel marked with P eagle V US over the breech. Walnut stock with three barrel bands. Barrel is smooth and has been covered in a shellac that has aged and turned to dark amber. Lockplate, hammer and stock has had the same treatment. Stock has nice sharp lines. $800 - $1,200

671 Model 1817 Common Flintlock Rifle by Deringer .54 caliber, 36” round barrel. Lockplate marked US H. Deringer Philada. Iron patchbox. Walnut stock. All metal has been clean and browned. Stock has been cleaned. $1,000 - $1,500

672 Model 1816 Contract Musket by L. Pomeroy .69 caliber, 42” barrel with US JH P in a circle marked at the breech. Lockplate marked L. Pomeroy, and date 1838 US. Three barrel bands with walnut stock. Converted to percussion using the Belgian method. All metal has been cleaned to bright, with nice sharp and crisp lines. Stock has cartouche on the top of the comb of stock near the buttplate. Dim cartouche on the left flat. Stock with some nicks and dings. $1,600 - $2,000

673 French Model 1822 Rifled Musket .69 caliber, 40” barrel, S/N 2260. Completely original, attic brown, untouched condition, featuring nice cartouches on the right side of the buttstock. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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674 Model 1814 Harpers Ferry Flintlock Rifle .54 caliber, 36” octagonal-to-round barrel. Notched rear barrel sight; small brass blade front sight. Lockplate marked Harpers Ferry and dated 1819. Left side of barrel marked at the breech with a US in oval, eagle and P in an oval. Brass patchbox and furniture, walnut stock. Hammer, pan and frizzen are replacements. Barrel shows a very old deep dark brown patina. Lockplate has dark brown patina that evenly matches the barrel. Stock and brass with an uncleaned patina. $1,500 - $2,500

675 Model 1814 Harpers Ferry Rifle .54 caliber, 36” octagonal-to-round barrel. Lockplate marked with eagle under pan and in the rear Harpers Ferry and dated 1816. Brass patchbox, brass buttplate and triggerguard. Walnut stock. Barrel is brown with some fine pitting. Lockplate has a grey-to-brown patina. Hammer is a replacement. Stock is good with untouched brass furniture. $2,000 - $3,000

676 Model 1816 Type III Springfield Flintlock Musket .69 caliber, 42” round barrel with P in circle, eagle and V. Lock marked Springfield and dated 1832. Three barrel bands; walnut stock. Barrel has been cleaned to bright and has storage rust in spots that will clean off. Lockplate is very sharp and crisp with some light staining caused by rust. Stock is excellent with two readable cartouches, and a cartouche behind the triggerguard. One small piece of wood missing on the middle band on the right side. $1,500 - $2,500

677 Model 1817 Common Rifle by N. Starr .54 caliber, 36” round barrel. Marked at the breech in three lines US, JDb, P in a circle. Tang dated 1843. Lockplate marked N. Starr under the percussion bolster. Walnut stock. All parts have a dark brown patina. Stock has been cleaned with very sharp edges. Overall the rifle has a nice even look. $1,000 - $1,500 32



678 Model 1817 Common Rifle by Deringer .54 caliber, 36” round barrel. Notched rear sight. Marked near the breech on the top of barrel US, JH and P in circle. Dated 1842 on the tang; marked under the pan US Deringer Phila, and dated 1841. Iron pan, walnut stock. Barrel retains most of the original brown faded to a plum. Lockplate has been cleaned to bright. Stock with nice dark look and sharp lines. Tools are in the patchbox; screwdriver and worm. $2,000 - $300

679 Model 1817 Common Rifle by N. Starr .54 caliber, 36” barrel, dated on the breech 1824. N. Starr marked, bands are made of brass, and U marked. Walnut stock. Barrel and lock have an untouched patina. Stock has had an old repair on the tang. Stock has some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

680 Model 1816 Type III Harpers Ferry Musket .69 caliber, 42” round barrel. Marked on top of barrel US Et in two lines. Top of tang marked 1829. Marked Harpers Ferry and dated 1829. AW marked on the hammer, AW on the frizzen spring, AW on the bottom of the brass pan. Walnut stock with three barrel bands. Barrel has a dark brown patina mixing with some pitting on the top of barrel running the length. Lock has brown patina. Stock has remnants of cartouche. Overall, a very good untouched original flint musket. $1,200 - $1,800

681 Model 1817 Rifle by N. Starr & Son .54 caliber rifled, 36” round barrel. Proof marks on the back of breech US NWP, a circle with “P.” Dated 1840 on the tang and lock. Lock plate marked N. Starr & Son in a circle with Starr trademark and US. Also marked in the rear of lockplate Middtn. Conn. and dated 1840 Steel oval patchbox. No tools. Walnut stock with three barrel bands. Barrel is mostly grey with some light pitting. Sharp markings. Bands match the barrel with a nice patina. with nice dark patina and sharp markings. A very sharp and crisp stock with two mint cartouches. This is a great example of a rare date for the Starr contract. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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682 U.S. Springfield Model 1816 Converted Percussion Musket .69 caliber, 42” round barrel. Converted to percussion by means of a percussion nipple in the top of barrel. Lockplate marked Springfield and dated 1841. Three barrel bands; walnut stock. Barrel has a very old untouched patina. Some pitting on the top of barrel around the percussion nipple. Stock is very good with remnants of a cartouche on the left flat. A small piece of wood missing on the front of lockplate. Tang has had some work done and needs to be replaced or properly repaired. $600 - $800

683 Ellis-Jennings Sliding Lock Repeating Flintlock Rifle .54 caliber, 36” round barrel. Marked on top of barrel at breech US AH P in a circle. Missing lock. Iron patchbox, three barrel bands. Walnut stock. One of the great rarities in collecting US martial arms. Only 520 contracted for. Barrel is grey to brown. Stock is excellent with a cartouche. A very rare musket missing its lock. $2,500 - $4,000 Detail

684 Model 1840 Pomeroy Flintlock Musket .69 caliber, 42” round barrel. Marked on the top near the breech in three-line U.S. J.H Pin an oval; dated 1844 on the tang. Lockplate marked L. Pomeroy with eagle. Dated 1842 and US marked on the rear of lockplate, Three barrel bands and walnut stock. Barrel is nice with a dull grey look. Sharp and crisp markings. Lockplate and barrel have a nice uniform look. Stock has very sharp lines. Nice dark untouched stock. This is an excellent 1840 musket. $2,000 - $3,000 34


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685 Model 1842 Springfield Percussion Musket .69 caliber, 42” round barrel smoothbore. V P and eagle at breech, dated 1848 on the tang. Lockplate marked Springfield with eagle, and marked in the rear of lockplate Springfield and dated 1846. Three barrel bands with walnut stock. Metal has been lightly cleaned to bright. Stock has no cartouche but has a mint open-grained look with deep dark red look to stock finish. Very sharp and crisp lines to the wood. $2,000 - $3,000

686 Model 1816 Harpers Ferry Musket Converted to Percussion .69 caliber, 42” round barrel. V P and eagle proofs. Lockplate marked Harpers Ferry and dated 1839, with eagle and US. Three barrel bands and walnut stock. Converted using the “drum” method. Barrel and lock have even brown patina. Stock is very crisp with two nice Harpers Ferry cartouches. $1,000 - $1,500

687 Model 1816 Springfield Musket Converted to Percussion .69 caliber, 42” round barrel with P in a circle with V and eagle, dated on the breech 1836. Lockplate dated 1836 Springfield with eagle US. Three barrel bands walnut stock. Belgian-style conversion. Barrel is grey to brown with some pitting. Lock and hammer have some dark staining mixing with pitting. Stock is good with some nicks and dings. Two very crisp cartouches. $1,000 - $1,500

688 Model 1817 Rifle by H.Deringer Converted to Percussion .54 caliber, 36” rifled barrel. Lockplate marked H. Deringer and large US markings. Bolster-style percussion conversion. Walnut stock with iron oval patchbox. Leather sling is Civil War period. Barrel is grey with staining running throughout the barrel from breech to muzzle. Lockplate is sharp and crisp with a grey look. Stock with some nicks and dings and sharp lines. $1,200 - $1,800 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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689 Model 1816 Springfield Musket Converted to Percussion 69 caliber, 42” barrel, bolster-style conversion. Lockplate marked Springfield and dated 1830. Three barrel bands and walnut stock. Barrel is smooth with nice dark brown finish. Lock and hammer with nice brown patina. All metal has nice uniform look. Stock has some nicks and dings. Two readable cartouches. $800 - $1,200

690 Model 1816 Springfield Musket with Hewes & Phillips Conversion .69 caliber, 42” barrel. Marked on top of barrel at breech H&P and dated 1861. Three leaf rear barrel sight; lockplate marked eagle US and Springfield and dated 1829. Three barrel bands and walnut stock. Barrel is grey to brown patina. Lock is grey to brown patina with nice even look. Stock with some nicks and dings. Stock also has two very crisp cartouches. Overall a very good example of the Hewes & Phillips conversion. $1,500 - $2,000

691 Model 1842 Springfield Rifled and Sighted .69 caliber rifled, 42” barrel, rear long range barrel sight. Lockplate marked Springfield and dated 1852. Three barrel bands and walnut stock. Barrel and lock have a nice uniform grey look with some pitting blending in. Stock with some nicks and dings. Bore is fair to good. $1,200 - $1,500

692 Percussion Half-Stock Rifle by McDermit .36 caliber, 40” octagonal barrel. Marked on top of barrel A. P. McDermit in a banner; also engraved in script for J. D. White. Patent breech. Engraved forward-action percussion lock and in a banner marked R.B. Notched rear sight, blade front sight. Maple stock with German silver furniture. A very old period repair to the wrist with German silver. A.P. McDermit is listed in American Gun Makers, but no place of business is listed. According to one forum on americanlongrifles.org, this is believed to be Andrew P. McDermit (1830-1899) of Mason Co., VA (W.VA). McDermit is listed as a gunsmith in both the 1850 and 1860 censuses in Point Pleasant. Barrel has a very dark brown patina. Lock blends well with the barrel. German silver has untouched tarnish. Stock with nice patina. $1,000 - $1,500 36


Long Guns — Percussion

693 Model 1835/40 Springfield Musket with Belgian Conversion .69 caliber, 42” barrel, Belgian-style conversion. Lockplate marked Springfield and dated 1840. Three barrel bands and walnut stock. Barrel is grey with brown stains. Pitting around the percussion nipple. Lockplate is grey with brown staining. Stock with some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

694 Full-Stock Percussion Rifle .36 caliber, 30” octagonal barrel. Forward action percussion lock. Stock has some German silver inlays of a star, moon, teardrop. On the left side has star, oval, teardrop. On the left sideplate engraved Thomas Crosley. Brass furniture. Barrel has nice dark brown patina. Lockplate has pitting around the percussion drum. Stock is dark with some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

695 Full-Stock Percussion Rifle .32 caliber, 42.5” octagonal barrel. Double-set triggers. Lockplate marked GW & GR Justice. Double-tang screw, brass furniture; maple stock. Barrel with sharp lines and deep dark brown finish. Lockplate with grey-to-brown finish. Stock is excellent with nice patina. A crack through the left side sidelock screw running through the double-set triggers. Forward of the front ferule is an old crack repair. $1,000 - $1,500

696 Half-Stock Percussion Sporting Rifle by A. McComas, Baltimore, MD .50 caliber, 28.5” octagonal barrel with patent breech. Top of barrel marked A. McComas Baltimore. Lockplate marked A. McComas. Double-set triggers. Engraved tang, breech, engraved forward action lock. German silver furniture, German silver patchbox. Checkered walnut stock with cheek piece. This rifle has been sitting in a basement and needs proper cleaning. It has some storage rust on the top of the breech and on the lock. The barrel still has a dark brown patina. Stock is very good still retaining the original varnish. Missing the cleaning rod. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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Mexican War — Hand Guns

697 Model 1813 Simeon North Pistol .69 caliber, 9.06” barrel with P US markings near the breech. Lockplate marked S. North over eagle and Midln Con. Walnut stock with JS cartouche. All metal is grey with some black staining. Pitting around the touch hole protruding on to the barrel. Replaced hammer. Missing ramrod. Stock with some nicks and dings. A very nice readable cartouche. $1,500 - $2,500

698 U.S. Model 1816 Simeon North Percussion Pistol .54 caliber, 9” round barrel with P and US stamped near the breech. Iron mounted walnut stock. All metal is grey-to-brown, with some pitting mixing in. Stock is good Has a crack from the front of lockplate running on a diagonal to the barrel. Stock has some nicks and dings. A dim cartouche on the left flat of stock. $500 - $700

699 U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Single-Shot Pistol by A. Waters .54 caliber, 8.5” barrel. Lock marked A. Waters, Milbury, Ms., 1841. (Asa Waters, Millbury, Mass.) Waters (1769 - 1841) was a successful gunsmith and industrialist in Millbury. He and his brother, Elijah, founded an armory, and won some government contracts. He later founded Millbury Bank and served as representative to the Massachusetts House. His home, designed by Asher Benjamin, still stands as a National Register Historic landmark. These pistols were the last flintlocks contracted by the government, and widely used in the Mexican and Civil Wars (and many were later converted to percussion). Very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500 38


Mexican War — Hand Guns 700 Engraved Powder Horn 16” length, with turned spout and wood base. Engraved with cowboys riding horses, and a steer. Nice untouched yellow to brown patina. $800 - $1,200

701 U.S. Model 1836 Percussion Single-Shot Pistol .58 caliber, 8.5” barrel. Lock marked U.S., R.JOHNSON, MIDDN. CONN., 1839, “EB” and “MPL” cartouches on left side of stock; barrel marked “U.S., EB, P.” Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

702 S. North Flintlock Navy Pistol .54 caliber, 8.625” round barrel, marked on top of barrel at breech P in a circle and AH. Lockplate marked US, S. North and dated 1826. Swivel ramrod. Iron belt hook. Walnut stock. All metal is grey-to-brown with pitting mixing in. Stock is very good with some nicks and dings. $800 - $1,200 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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703 Elgin Cutlass Pistol by Morrill, Mosman and Blair .32 caliber, 4” round barrel. Etched panels on both sides of blade. On the left is Elgin’s Patent with floral designs and American eagle with stars. On the left side Morrill, Mosman & Blair, Amherst Mass. Square-back triggerguard. Engraved frame and tang. Walnut bag-shaped grip. This exact pistol is pictured in Norm Flayderman’s book, The Bowie Knife, on page 42. All metal has a nice, untouched, even patina. Blade has two small nicks. Etched panels are very clear. Overall, pistol is very sharp with a crisp look. Norm Flayderman, Rick Mach $5,000 - $7,000

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Mexican War — Swords & Edged Weapons

704 Militia Officer’s Sword with Scabbard, ca 1830 30” blade length with blue finish and gilt designs from languet to middle of the blade. Marking on blade “Warranted.” Grips are made of bone. Brass cross guard, knuckle bow, languet, and back strap. Complete with brass scabbard that has 2 brass carrying rings. Remnants of sword hanger still retained on the carrying rings. Blade does show minor pitting. The pitting blends well for an even look with the blue finish. Gilt designs are sharp. Brass furniture has a mustard patina. Bone grips have a yellowing patina. The scabbard shows wear and has nicks, dings and scratches. The scabbard has an even mustard patina. Overall condition is good. From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan $800 - $1,200

705 USS Indian Scout Sword by Horstman & Sons 26” spear point blade with etched panels of floral designs. Marked near the crossguard Horstman & Sons Philadelphia. Leather scabbard with brass fittings. On the throat of the brass band just below the belt hook is engraved USS- Ft Huachuca - AT. Two books accompany this sword: Wolves for the Blue Soldiers- Indian Scouts with the U.S. Army 1860-1890 by J.P. Langelier. Overall condition is very good. $750 - $1,250



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706 U.S. Militia Mounted Officer’s Sabre 33” blade length, 37” overall length. A reverse P guard with languets having relief acorns. Ribbed ivory grip. There is no scabbard. The blade has fire-blue, gilt and white etchings over 2/3 of the length. Two panoplies of arms, with one includes cannon and an eagle with a ribbon with “E Pluribus Unum.” It retains 70% soft high fire blue and gilt. Crossguard, back strap and knuckle bow retain 90% of gilt finish. Ivory grips are in fine condition. $800 - $1,200

707 U.S. Militia Infantry Sword 31” blade length, 37” overall length. Blade engraved with panoply of arms, finished with blue and gilt. “Indian princess” pommel with fancy guard and eagles on the languets. Pearl grip panels with gilt brass wire wrapping. Metal scabbard with chased floral designs. Two carrying rings on scabbard. 85% of fire blue and gilt on the blade and 90% of the silver wash on the hilt. Pearl grip panels are fine. Some minor pitting on the last 6” of the blade tip. The engraved scabbard has one small dent and has approximately 30% of the silver wash. $1,200 - $1,700

708 U.S. Militia Artillery Sword 31.5” blade, 36” overall length. Eagle head brass pommel and hilt with regulation black bone grip. The ricasso is marked “a-Soligen” on the obverse and “C.v Keller” on the reverse. The brass scabbard has a very nice and original applied patina finish and two carrying rings. The hilt has the same finish. The blade has 35% of blue and gilt but dulling. The brass scabbard has one small dent. $800 - $1,200 42



709 U.S. Militia Infantry Officer’s Presentation Sword A fine example by N.P. Ames of the popular antebellum militia pattern sword having a 31” spear point blade with bright floral etchings and star with a center fuller. Brass gold gilt knight’s head pommel; bone handle with gold gilded brass crossguard. Brass scabbard inscribed: Presented to Geo McGrath by the Irving Guards as their 1st Prize by Mr. James Irving Oct. 20th, 1853 between the two carrying rings. The Irving Guards were a New York City volunteer fire company headquartered in “Brooklyn City.” The company was originally organized in January 1849 as the Washington Irving Hose Company No. 44. At the time is was common for the city’s volunteer fire companies to maintain a “guard” group of select members for para-military drill competitions and target excursions which were widely popular according to A.E. Costello’s 1887 book Our Firemen (a copy accompanies the sword). The “guard” groups were organized by the fire companies themselves and were not considered part of the city or state militia system. In fact, they were not military at all. The Irving Guard was remembered as “a fine body of men, and annually used to make quite a presentable turnout. They went on their first annual target excursion to Tarrytown, N.Y. on Thanksgiving Day (1849). This was the place of abode of our country’s gifted author Washington Irving, in whose honor the company was named. The company maintained a personal relationship with Irving during the early 1850s. In 1852 the Irving Guards competed in the annual excursion held at Poughkeepsie. A New York Times article dated November 19, 1852 announced: On Thanksgiving Day the 25th instant, the “Irving Guard” will make the annual target excursion and will proceed on this occasion to East New York, and will be accompanied by the National Band, and commanded by Captain Simpson. At the time they were quartered in the engine house on 34th St., west of 7th Ave. in the 11th Ward. George McGrath was the recipient of this fine militia pattern sword as the winner of the 1853 target excursion. In 1854 Hose Company No. 44 was disbanded “for misconduct” and the Irving Guards ceased to exist. George McGrath and some other former members reorganized as Volunteer Engine Co. No. 51 taking Engine 30’s old house on 22nd St. between 1st and 2nd Ave. McGrath became Assistant Engineer of Engine Co. No. 51 in December 1854. The Ames militia sword represents an outstanding inscribed artifact reflecting New York City’s venerable Fire Department. The brass hilt retains 20% of its gilt. The brass scabbard has two small dents and has a dark untouched patina. $1,500 - $2,500

710 Mounted Infantry Officer’s Sword with the Standish Barry Eagle Pommel 30.25” curved blade, with etched panels of military motifs blued and gilt. Also marked Honor And My Country on the blade. Leather and silver wire wrapped handle. Silver eagle pommel, silver guard and silver crossguard. Leather scabbard with silver throat bands and tip. Ca 1800-1810. Blade retains most of the beautiful fire blue finish with some just lightly fading toward the crossguard. The motifs still retain most of the gilt finish. The rest of the blade has nice sharp line with some brown patina stains blending in. Handle is excellent. Silver has been cleaned. Leather scabbard is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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711 Cased Pair of Percussion Pistols by Devisme a Paris .50 caliber rifled barrels, 10.25” octagonal barrels, patent breech. Engraved breech and tang both are marked with either a 1 or 2 in gold. Engraved lock and hammer, engraved triggerguard. Carved and fluted ebony stocks. Cased in an ebony box trimmed and outlined in brass. Inside is lined in blue velvet and partitioned in French style. Lid is gold embossed with 36 Bulevart Des Italiens, Devisme, Arquedusier Brevete a. Paris. Case has all of the tools including rosewood handled tools. Case with all of the accessories. The inside of case is excellent, the tools are mint. The only problem is the barrels have a very old European re-brown, which does not distract from the appearance. They retain 100% of that finish. Overall they have a mint and crisp look. $6,000 - $8,000

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712 Cased Devisme a Paris Revolver with Accessories .36 caliber, 6” octagonal blue barrel, marked on the top of barrel Devisme A Paris. Blued cylinder engraved with vines and floral designs. Frame finished in case colors with engraved floral designs and vines. Checkered grips with an empire style butt. Cased in original oak French-style casing containing a small flask with crown and floral designs. Fancy mold, rosewood cap box and rosewood tools. Lining in a red velvet. Compartment lid with ivory handle. Barrel retains 98% of the bright blue finish. A very minute scratch on the right side of barrel near the take down lever. Cylinder retains 90% of the bright blue finish a little wear on the high edges. Frame is very sharp and crisp with a grey satin look. Flask is mint, mold is excellent and all of the tools are mint. Case lining has faded some. External case surfaces shows some nicks and dings. $8,000 - $12,000

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Edged Weapons 713 Percussion Bowie Knife Pistol by Karolinenthal .31 caliber, 4” round barrel, 7.75” clip point blade. Ivory handles, German silver guard with shell design pommel. Marked on top of barrel “IN Karolinenthal” in silver. Engraved on the breech, engraved hammer in serpent style. Tooled leather sheath with German silver tip and throat. Cleaning rod mounted on the side of scabbard. Excellent overall, with some traces of blue finish in the protected areas. Blade has two areas of black staining on the tip of blade. Scabbard is excellent. Norm Flayderman, Herb Ratner $5,000 - $7,000

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714 French Knife Pistol .36 caliber smoothbore, 2” octagonal barrel with folding knife. Knife blade is 4.75” clip point blade with serrated top. Blade marked Paris with a circle and crown over “H”. Engraved percussion hammer and side plates. Ring trigger. Horn handles. All metal is sharp and crisp with a dulled grey look. Overall excellent. A very rare knife percussion pistol. $2,000 - $3,000

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715 Queen Ann Flintlock Pistol by JS Blowen .580 bore diameter, 5.5” cannon-style screw barrel. Marked on the bottom of frame J. Blowen Watling Street with two British Proofs. Engraved standing flags and London marked in a banner. Engraved hammer and frame. Carved stock with silver wire inlayed and silver-plated mask butt. Barrel, frame and hammer have a nice uniform brown patina. Stock is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

716 Danish Military Flintlock Pistol .69 caliber, 13” barrel. Barrel markings near breech “jk cn 22 23.” Has military markings “25” on beveled brass side plate with 2 sidelock screws. Also numbered “25” on butt brass cap. Early beveled shape lock and hammer. Brass furniture and walnut stock. Gun metal is gray with some black staining and light pitting. Brass furniture has nice patina. Walnut stock retains much of the original finish with some minor nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

717 English Percussion Pistol Imported by Moses Dickson of Louisville, KY .460 caliber smoothbore, 3.5” octagonal barrel. Engraved iron frame with folding trigger. Checkered bag grip with German silver cap box in the butt. All metal is sharp and crisp with an untouched patina. Grips are excellent with some wear, retaining most of the original varnished finish. $1,000 - $1,500 718 Urwin & Rodgers Percussion Knife Pistol .31 caliber, 3.5” barrel. Marked James Rodgers Sheffield. Two blades, folding trigger, horn handles. Good condition; missing one of the tools in the right handle. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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719 English Percussion Center Hammer with Folding Bayonet .50 caliber, 3” round barrel folding bayonet, engraved frame, engraved hammer with safety. Finely checkered bag shaped walnut grip with silver capbox in the butt. Barrel has been lightly cleaned. Some pitting and staining on the barrel. Grips are excellent. $800 - $1,200

720 French Military Percussion Pistol by Beure Freres .70 bore diameter, 8” barrel. Lockplate marked Beure Freres Liege. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Barrel and backstrap has been cleaned to bright with some very minute pitting. Brass with nice patina. Stock is sharp crisp with some nicks and dings. $500 - $700

721 French Percussion Boot Pistol .47 bore diameter, 4.5” octagonal-to-round barrel. Engraved brass triggerguard; walnut stock. Lock and barrel are grey with some black staining mixing with some very minute pitting. Brass with nice patina. Stock with some nicks and dings. $400 - $600 50


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722 Allen & Thurber Percussion Pepperbox .36 caliber, 3.75” fluted barrels, S/N 397. Bar hammer, nipple shield. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

723 Allen & Thurber Percussion Pepperbox .36 caliber, 3” fluted barrels, S/N 183. Bar hammer, nipple shield. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200

724 3rd Model Colt Dragoon .44 caliber, 8” octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 18803. Matching numbers, replaced wedge. Original walnut grips. Barrel has grey-to-brown finish with pitting. Cylinder has grey-to-brown finish with pitting mixing in. Frame is grey to brown with pitting. Walnut grips have two small chips on the right side of grip. $3,000 - $5,000

725 Colt 1st Model Dragoon Revolver .44 caliber, 7.5” octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 3048. Brass backstrap and triggerguard. Walnut grips. Frame, cylinder, barrel and loading lever have a very even grey and pitted look. Backstrap and triggerguard have been cleaned and the grips are very old replacements. $2,000 - $4,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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726 Early US Militia Cavalry Saddle Holsters and Painted Martingale Group, ca 1850 A brace of black leather pommel holsters with brass caps and yellow painted trim on the covers. For a large frame revolver, possibly a Walker Dragoon. Martingale of yellow painted leather trimmed in black. Nice horse accoutrements as used from the Mexican War through the Civil War. Cover detached from holsters, slight seam separation. Some cracks and tears on the straps. $800 - $1,000

727 Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 146375. Matching numbers. Very good condition with a good bore. It retains nearly all of the cylinder scene and faint traces of original case colors on the frame. The grips are good with moderate wear and three “kill notches.” Mechanically excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

728 Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver .36 caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 42310. Matching numbers. Very good condition with a fair bore. The grips are very good and the brass frame has most of its original silver wash with a nice dark black patina. Mechanically excellent. $1,000 - $1,500 52



729 Colt Model 1849 Revolver .31 caliber, 5” octagonal barrel, S/N 72919. Two-line New York address; brass backstrap and triggerguard. Walnut grips. All metal has been polished bright with some light pitting. Grips are good. $500 - $700

730 U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Single-Shot Pistol .58 caliber, 8.5” barrel. Lock marked U.S., H. Aston & Co., MIDtn., 1851; brass mounted. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

731 Whitney Percussion Navy Revolver .36 caliber, 7.625” barrel, S/N 12746. Walnut grips, brass triggerguard. Very good condition with a very good bore. Mechanically excellent. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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732 Model 1842 Pistol by Palmetto Armory .54 caliber, 8.5” round barrel with palmetto tree marking at the breech with V and P. Lockplate marked with palmetto tree and Palmetto Armory; in the rear of lockplate marked Columbia SC 1852. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Barrel has been cleaned with light pitting throughout. Lockplate has been cleaned to bright with pitting scattered. Markings are readable. Hammer screw is a replacement. Brass has been cleaned and begun to repatinate. Stock is good with some nicks and dings. $3,000 - $5,000

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733 Colt Second Model US Marked Dragoon Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 7.5” octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 10309. Single line New York address. US marked on the frame. Square-back brass triggerguard and brass back strap. Walnut grips with cartouches. All numbers match including wedge. Loading lever is numbered 10277. All metal has very sharp and crisp lines with an even grey-to-brown look. All screws are original to the revolver. Brass backstrap and triggerguard with nice patina. Grips have dim and readable cartouches. $8,000 - $10,000 Detail SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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734 Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 117435. Matching numbers, walnut grip with a partially visible cartouche, brass triggerguard, Very good condition with a good+ bore. $1,000 - $1,500

735 Remington New Model 1858 Percussion Army Revolver .44 caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 120109. Walnut grips with “GP” (in a box) inspector cartouche on left panel; “W” sub-inspector marks on barrel, frame, and cylinder. Very good condition with a very good bore. $1,000 - $1,500

736 Colt Model 1851 Army-Navy Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 72911. Matching numbers. Walnut grip, brass grip frame. Very good condition with a good bore. Revolver is void of finish, but retains most of the thinning cylinder scene. The grip is very good with moderate wear and the gun is mechanically excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

737 Savage Navy Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 7” octagonal barrel, S/N 5606. Marked on top of the frame Savage R.F.A. Co. Middletown Ct. H.S. North Patent June 17,1856/ Jan 18, 1859, May 15, 1860. Walnut grips. All metal is sharp and crisp with a untouched light patina. Grips are good with a small old chip out on the left grip, and initials “N.R.” carved in the bottom of the grip. Left grip still retains a readable cartouche. Right grip is excellent. $2,000 - $3,000 56



738 Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 8” round barrel with single-line New York address, S/N 54025. Subinspector’s initials on all parts. Brass triggerguard with iron backstrap. Walnut grips. Barrel and cylinder retains 98% of a very old reblued finish. It appears as though the metal has not been polished, but just lightly cleaned and blued. Frame has nice dark brown mottled look with some hint of case colors. All markings are crisp and sharp. Grips are excellent with some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

739 Star Arms Army Double-Action Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 6” round barrel, S/N 5374 and matches all other parts. Markings on left and right side of frame Star Arms Co. New York. One-piece walnut grips with cartouche. Blued finished. Revolver retains blued finished in the protected areas blending with nice untouched brown patina. Traces of case color on loading lever. Walnut grips have a few small scratches and one minor nick. Dim, but readable, cartouche. $1,000 - $1,500

740 Savage Navy Percussion .36 caliber, 7” octagonal barrel, S/N 3666. Savage markings on the top of frame. Blued finish with walnut grips. Very sharp and crisp revolver with nice untouched patina. Grips have some scuffing along the bottom edge. $1,500 - $2,000

741 Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver .44 caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 102362. Matching numbers. Fair condition with a dark rusty bore. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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742 Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver ID’d to H.Z. Howard with Docs .36 caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 100549. Single-line Hartford address. Silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard. Backstrap engraved H.Z Howard. Lot comes with a Navy Department honorable discharge statement signed by Gideon Welles to H.Z. Howard, Acting Ensign of Fair Haven, Connecticut dated February 18, 1864. Horace Zerah Howard (1835-1928) was the acting ensign for the U.S. Navy during the Civil War. He was from Connecticut and ended up spending the end of his career after the Civil War in San Francisco, California working for steamship companies. He was president of the Board of Pilot Commissioners. His military career included stints with the USS Chocura, USS Savannah, Admiral (previously the Fort Morgan) and the USS New London. Revolver is very sharp and crisp with all matching numbers. Backstrap and triggerguard retain 75% of the blacken silver finish, losing most off the backstrap. $1,500 - $2,500 58



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743 James Warner Percussion Pocket Revolver .28 caliber, 3” barrel, S/N 3970. Floral etched cylinder and barrel. Blue finish with guard silver and purple case hardening. Raised carved ivory “Dragoon Bust” grips. Retains 25% to 30% of blue finish; 70% guard silver and purple case hardening. Ivory grips show nice dark yellow, almost brown, patina. $3,500 - $5,000

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744 American Percussion Kentucky-Style Pistol .44 caliber, 8” octagonal-to-round barrel. Markings on lock plate “W. Spies.” Stock is beautiful curly maple. Very nice brown finish on metal. Brass trigger guard, brass ferule, and steel ferule on barrel. Pewter nose cap. Retains 85% original browning. The curly maple stock has 95% of original varnish. Brass trigger guard has untouched patina. Brass ferule has nice patina. Steel ferule has brown patina. Pewter nose cap has a small ding and retains tarnished patina. $2,250 - $3,250



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745 Colt Model 1849 Pocket with Rare Chas. Kittredge Marked Barrel .36 caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 168831. Brass triggerguard, walnut one-piece grip, matching numbers, right side of barrel stamped “Chas. Kittredge, 50 N. 4TH St., St. Louis, Mo.,” all within an oval. Very good condition with a very good bore. It is void of finish and the grip is excellent. $1,200 - $1,600

746 Remington Model 1858 Army Dug Relic Revolver .44 caliber. Has an old tag attached which reads””FROM Pony Express station at Shelton in the banks of the river. Found while digging fish worms from Shelton, Neb. Remington Army Model. C. L. Robb” on the front and “The way [weigh] station was on the bank of the river when this was found. Have Sword (?) with gun found ther [there].” Relic condition. $800 - $1,200

747 Colt Root Revolver with Samuel Colt Presentation .265 caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 10881. Marked on top of barrel Colts patent 1855, Address Col. Colt, Hartford Ct. USA. Engraved Presentation on the backstrap: To Charles Robinson From Col Colt. Walnut grips. All metal is sharp and crisp with traces of blue finish in the protected areas. Grips have nice dark patina with some nicks and dings. Presentation inscription is dim, but readable. $2,000 - $4,000

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Civil War — Archives 748 Confederate War Hero, Commodore John Randolph Tucker, CSN, Personal Silk 2nd National Flag, Sword, Log Book, & Other Belongings This archive descended in the family of Commodore Tucker and was acquired directly from his great-great grandson in 2013. Inventory: 1. Exquisite Confederate 2nd National Flag made for Tucker by the ladies of Charleston as a token of their esteem for his bravery; the double-sided personal flag was made from a single width of plain woven silk fabric with a hand-pieced silk canton and hand embroidered silk stars worked by the ladies of the committee. Fully conserved and mounted in a museum frame, it comes with a complete conservation report by Heritage Conservation, LLC. 2. Model 1852 Ames pre-war Naval Officer’s sword, dated and inspected, one of 500 issued directly by the Navy to officers. 3. Scrivener’s Log Book of Tucker’s letters sent from the CSS Patrick Henry. Approximately 130 letters sent from June, 1861 to March, 1862 to various Confederate authorities including Navy Secretary Stephen Mallory, General’s Huger and Magruder, Navy Captains French Forrest, Franklin Buchanan, and Ingraham. This very important archive chronicles the struggles of the fledgling Confederate Navy. 4. Hand-drawn Confederate signal chart from Norfolk, VA by order of General Huger. 5. Tucker’s personal manual, all hand-drawn, from the US Ship of the Line, Columbus. Both the Columbus and Tucker were stationed at Norfolk at the start of the war and the Columbus was sunk by retreating US forces.


6. A hand-drawn and tinted map on silk from Tucker’s Amazon expedition, showing the location of his plantation (using the Spanish spelling, Tuker) along with those of fellow Confederates, Walter Raleigh Butt and James Norris. Archivally mounted on gator board and ready to frame. 7. Three family images of Tucker: two albumen prints, one of Tucker in his Peruvian Admiral’s uniform, the other taken in Petersburg; a tintype of Tucker and a friend at Niagara Falls, circa 1876. 8. Locks of hair from Tucker and his wife, Elizabeth Webb Tucker. 9. A purse presented to Tucker in the Amazon and made by a “Peruvian Princess.” 10. A CDV of General Lee, belonging to the Tucker family, but its association to Tucker is unknown. 11. The remnant of an order to Tucker signed by Lee. Confederate hero, Commodore John Randolph Tucker, CSN (1812—1883) John Randolph Tucker had the unique distinction of serving in the navies of three nations, the United States, the Confederate States, and Peru. His naval career began as a midshipman in the US Navy in 1826. He was promoted to lieutenant in in 1837 and served as a Lt. Commander on the USS Stromboli during the war with Mexico in 1848. By the time war in the South broke out, Tucker had served 35 years in the Navy and had sailed the world several times. Ever the Virginian first, Tucker resigned his US commission and entered the Virginia Navy under Governor Letcher. His first assignment was to defend the James River and he began the conversion of the merchant ship, Yorktown, to the gunboat, Patrick Henry.


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Virginia soon joined the Confederacy and Tucker was given a commander’s commission. Tucker commanded the James River Fleet (Patrick Henry, Jamestown, Teaser) during the fall and winter of 1861 and during the battle of Hampton Roads where they assisted the CSS Virginia in her famous dual with the Monitor. The log book in this auction is Tucker’s from this period while on the gunboat Patrick Henry. Tucker next commanded the successful land forces at the First Battle of Drewry’s Bluff, having unloaded the Patrick Henry’s guns to a shore battery to repel a Union assault on Richmond. Later that summer Tucker was assigned to Charleston Harbor where he took command of the CSS Chicora. In January of 1863 his ship and the Palmetto State, both ironclads, assaulted the Union fleet and for a brief time, broke the blockade. Two months later he took over command of all vessels afloat at Charleston with the effective rank of Commodore. He would hold this position until Charleston was abandoned in February of 1865. At some point in his Charleston command,


the local ladies made the Second National flag in this auction and presented it to Tucker as a token of their esteem for his bravery and service. As Flag Officer of the fleet, Tucker would have flown his personal flag on his “flag ship,” which was initially the CSS Chicora and later the sister ironclad, CSS Charleston. When the South was forced to abandon Charleston, rather than surrender Tucker led his beleaguered navy and marine forces overland to Richmond and took up station again at Drewry’s Bluff in March, 1865. When Lee abandoned Petersburg and Richmond on April 2, everyone forgot to notify Tucker. His was the last Confederate force to retreat from the capitol on April 3. By forced march, his naval battalion caught up with Lee in Amelia County on April 5, just in time to fall in line for the battle of Sayler’s Creek. This last major battle of the Army of Northern Virginia found Tucker’s sailors anchoring the center. Having never found a land battle, and often being “surrounded” at sea, he supposed things to be going well when all the Confederate line collapsed, his sailors the only holdouts. Fighting hand to hand, some using their cutlasses, Tucker refused to surrender. Only after a ruse by lone Union General Warren Keifer was Tucker coaxed out of the woods. Tucker’s men prepared to fire on Warren, but Tucker deflected the lead gun with his sword, saving the General who later convinced Tucker of their hopeless situation. Taking his sword in the surrender, Keifer vowed to one day return it, both to honor Tucker’s brave stand and reward his life-saving gesture. Keifer made good on his word in a much publicized return of the sword in 1878, when Keifer by that time was the Speaker of the House. Unfortunately for Tucker, he and his sailors spent the next three months in prison at Fort Warren when the remainder of Lee’s troops surrendering 3 days later at Appomattox were all paroled. Unable to get a presidential pardon and rejoin the US Navy, Tucker accepted an offer by Peru to lead their Navy as an admiral in their war against Spain. After that service, Peru contracted with Tucker and other expatriate Confederates to explore the upper Amazon. Tucker spent the next six years in the Amazon jungle, mapping all the various tributaries. One of those maps is in this auction, apparently retained by Tucker as it shows the location of his “plantation,” along with those of other CSN officer’s Norris and Butt. His “backup plan in case things went sour” as a South American planter came to naught. Tucker returned to the United States and died in Petersburg, VA in 1883. $30,000 - $40,000


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749 Civil War Drum Mfd. by William Kilbourn of Albany, NY with Docs 14” tall by 16” in diameter. Civil war drum manufactured by William Kilbourn of Albany, New York. The drum was owned and used by Daniel S. Bailey from 1861 (age 12) until the end of the war (age 17) while a member of the Fife and Drum Corp of Marshall County, Indiana. He along with his brother Walter C. Bailey (who played fife) participated in rallies to raise troops from their area of northern Indiana for enlistment in the Union Army. Their two older brothers served in the famed 40th Indiana VI. The full provenance of the drum is provided in a lengthy letter (ca 1950) written by Orin P. Bailey (son of Daniel S. Bailey). There is a note regarding the provenance glued to the inside wall of the drum beneath the maker’s label. This very drum was used by the two men to celebrate the victories of four wars - The Civil War, the Span-AM War, WW I, and WW II. It is complete with the carrying strap and 2 (post-war) drum sticks and tintype photo reported to be of Daniel S. Bailey. There is an extensive research file. The entire group was purchased from an estate sale in 1999. Overall condition is very good. Drum has one small repaired (2”) split on the edge of the bottom head plus the snare is missing. $1,000 - $1,500

750 Civil War Artillery Shell Fragment Embedded in Log Threaded nose cone fuse fragment from a Confederate shell. 2.5” shell embedded in 5.5” wood fragment of a tree. This appears to be an old shell burst scorching and burning into the old wood. There appears to be a few years of wood regrowth over this fragment. This wood fragment was cut with a handsaw and allegedly salvaged in the late 1860s. Relic. $2,000 - $4,000

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751 US Civil War Officer’s Epaulettes and Sword Belt Field grade officer’s epaulettes and storage case. Also included is a CDV of an officer wearing same style shoulder boards. M-1851 belt and buckle with silver wreath. Very good. $1,200 - $1,600

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752 Civil War-Era Band Leader or Sergeant Major’s Baton 49 in. ln., ferrule 8.5 in. 3.5 in. dia. brass head with early Hardee-type eagle crest, mounted on wooden staff. Band leader or sergeant major’s baton. Accompanied by signed letter of authenticity from Francis A. Lord, Curator of Collections, University of South Carolina, dated September 19, 1975. Some warping of staff as a result of poor storage. Top of brass head can be unscrewed. $800 - $1,200



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753 Confederate Wood Canteen 7.25” diameter and 2.5” wide. Three iron loops affixed to the sides, but canteen is void of its leather strap. Two iron straps encompass the sides of the canteen, holding together the ten wooden staves. Excellent. $1,000 - $1,500 754 Wood Confederate Canteen 7.25” diameter and 2.25” wide. Three iron straps attached to the body of the canteen complete with original leather strap. Canteen is encompassed by two iron straps. Canteen composed of 12 wooden staves. The year 1863 is scratched onto the body of the canteen. Initials LR on canteen as well as some other illegible writing. Front and back of the canteen with some light wear. Overall very good. $1,000 - $1,500

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755 Civil War Era Belt Plates, Lot of Eight Lot includes: 3 eagle federal cross belt plates, 3 U.S. enlisted man’s belt plates, and 2 model 1851 officer’s belt plates with keepers. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200

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756 Four Civil War Union Canteens All canteens with wool covers. One wool cover is stenciled L14. All canteens are complete with cork stoppers. Bull’s-eye canteen with aqua colored cover, retains a fragment of the original strap. Canteen with dark brown cover has a heavily worn wool cover. $1,000 - $1,500

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757 John Brown Pike 9.5” hand-forged spear point blade. 4.5” Iron guard, with 3.25” tapered ferule. Remnants of the original oak haft has been cut to 10.5”. Serial number 235. All metal has a dark brown untouched patina with some pitting. Very rare to find and seldom does an original come up for sale. Total production was 1000. Excellent overall. $4,000 - $6,000

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758 M1850 Ames Field & Staff Presentation Sword to Capt. Henry B. Banning 30.5” blade. Shagreen and brass wire wrapped handle. Gold gilt brass guard. Browned metal scabbard with Ames markings on brass fitting, gold gilt brass fittings. Blade with typical etched military motifs. Ames Mfg. Company etched into the ricasso with military sub-inspector’s mark and 1862 date. A crudely executed inscription on the top brass scabbard mount reads, Presented to Henry B. Banning, For Gallantry and Courage/4th Ohio Infantry, 5 June 1861. While the sword dated after-the-fact is authentic, the “5 June,1861” inscription is not easily explained in the context of Banning’s actual service. Put simply, the 4th Ohio had not engaged in any battles until July 12, 1861 when the regiment occupied Beverly, West Virginia. While Banning would emerge as a brave and heroic officer, his exploits were still before him in June 1861. The presentation is inconsistent with the known historical timeline; otherwise we are to believe that whoever inscribed the 1862-dated sword got the date wrong. Handle is excellent, guard still retains a lot of the gilt. Blade has been lightly cleaned, but still has an excellent look. Scabbard still retaining most of the brown finish. Brass fittings have tarnished with some dents in the drag. $2,000 - $4,000

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759 Pre-Civil War Non-Regulation Presentation Sword from Duryee’s Zouave 34” quill back blade, etched panels of military motifs. Marked on both sides of blade Fabrica De Toledo in large letters. Gertman silver pommel, backstrap and guard. German silver scabbard with presentation inscription: Presented to Lieut Joseph S. York, 5th New York S. V. Duryees Zouaves by the Members of the New York bar for gallant servicers at the battle of Big Bethel June 10 1861. Complete history and detail information about the history of Joseph S. York comes with the sword. Sword is in excellent condition. Scabbard has a couple of very tiny small dents. $3,500 - $5,000

760 Non-Regulation 50th Massachusetts Infantry Presentation Sword 30.5” blade with etched panels of military motifs. Brass pommel with chased designs. Leather and brass wire wrapped handle. Brass knuckle bow. Leather scabbard with engraved brass throat and engraved brass tip. Throat engraved with inscription: Sergeant B. F Blatchford by Co. B. 50 Regt. Benjamin F. Blatchford was a resident of Rockport, MA. He enlisted in B Co., 50th MA on August 20, 1862, at Rockport as 1st Sergeant. He was mustered out on August 24, 1863, at Wenham, MA. On December 30, 1863 Blatchford re-enlisted and was commissioned into Co. K, 2nd MA Heavy Artillery. Promoted to 1st Lieut. on June 21, 1865, he m/o Sept. 3, 1865 at Wilmington. Benjamin died on November 11, 1906 in Gloucester, MA. The 50th MA. was a nine-month militia regiment that served in the Dept. of the Gulf and fought at Port Hudson participating in both assaults. The 2nd MA Heavy Artillery was assigned to the Dept. of VA & NC and garrisoned various points, split up by company. Blatchford’s Co. K. was posted to Norfolk and Portsmouth along with Co. L. during its service. Blade is excellent. Brass has nice tarnished look. Leather handle has some minor scuffs. Scabbard has some crazing and cracking. Overall very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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761 Model 1840 Confederate Cavalry Sword by William Glaze & Co. Columbia S.C. 35” blade stamped Columbia, S.C. with inspector’s mark A. The swords markted Columbia, S.C. are believed to be part of the Palmetto Armory Contract of 1852. An extremely rare sword in this condition. See Albaugh, 1957: 108. Grips retain all of the wire and only traces of leather. $800 - $1,200

762 U.S. Model 1840 Artillery Sword By Amest 32” curved blade with single fuller; ricasso marked Ames Manufacturing Co., Chicopee, Mass.; reverse marked U.S., C.F.W., 1864. Brass pommel and knuckle bow; leather wrapped handle with brass wire. Metal scabbard. Very good condition with some salt and pepper staining on the blade and a brown patina on the scabbard. The “Ames Manufacturing S.” marking on the blade is faint. $800 - $1,200

763 US Model 1850 Foot Officer’s Swordt 30” blade with double fuller, blade marked Philadelphia, floral etched blade; brass pommel and knuckle bow. Shagreen wrapped handle with brass wire. Leather scabbard with brass mountings Very good condition. $800 - $1,200 70



764 U.S. Model 1850 Staff Officer’s Sword by Horstman 32” blade with etched military motifs. US embossed in the brass knuckle bow. Etched panel near the guard Horstman & Sons Philadelphia. Shagreen and brass wire wrapped handle. Metal scabbard with brass bands. Blade is excellent. Handle is very good with no scuffs. Brass with nice tarnish. Drag has some dents. Overall excellent. $1,500 - $2,000

765 U.S. Model 1832 Foot Artillery Sword By N.P. Ames 19” spear point blade with three fullers; marked at ricasso with eagle and N.P. Ames, Springfield in three lines. On the reverse marked United States and dated 1843. Brass fish scale handle. Leather scabbard with brass tip and throat. Very good. $800 - $1,200

766 US Model 1860 Naval Cutlass with Scabbard By N.P. Ames 26” blade, leather wrapped handle and brass cup guard. Maker marked N.P. Ames. Inspected and dated D.R., 1862. Very good. Handle missing wire wrap. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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767 Model 1850 Confederate Foot Officer’s Sword By Dufilno 29.5” plain blade, with 1850 foot officer’s-style brass guard, leather wrapped handle, maker marked Dufilno N. Orleans. Presented here is a classic example of a Confederate foot officer’s sword made in New Orleans during the Civil War by former cutler-turned-sword-maker Agruider Dufilno. Dufilno made quality edged weapons for Confederate officers during the conflict, but the number of swords he made are lost to time. Very good. Missing wire wrap on handle and no scabbard. From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan $3,000 - $5,000

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768 U.S. Model 1852 Presentation Grade Naval Officer’s Sword By Joseph Starkey, London 29” blade length. Etched panels of Naval fouled anchor, foliage. Blade has maker’s mark: Joseph Starkey, Conduit St London. Shagreen wrapped handle with gilt brass wire wrapping. Chased pommel with eagle and thirteen stars on the cap. Brass knuckle bow with USN. Leather scabbard with gilt brass bands and naval ropes in a knot design. Blade is excellent retaining most of the original polished finish. Handle has slightly darkened. Brass retaining most of the gilt finish. Leather has evidence of cracking, but still together and in good condition. $900 - $1,200

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769 Confederate Artillery Sword by Thomas Griswold 31” curve blade, brass guard, brass pommel, wood handle with leather and brass wire wrapping. Marked in an oval Thomas Griswold, New Orleans. Original brass scabbard with brass bands and brass carrying rings. Blade has an untouched patina with some pitting and storage crud. Brass guard and scabbard with an untouched black patina. A very rare Confederate sword that seldom comes to auction. $4,000 - $6,000

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770 US Civil War Federal Regulation Blanket Light brown issue soldier’s blanket with 2.75” wide dark brown woven end stripes. Has recognizable remnant of the embroidered “US” in the center. Moderate scattered wear holes. Edges unbound with one end frayed into the stripe. $900 - $1,100 771 US Civil War Carved Bone Rings and Insignia Lot Includes two hand-carved and engraved bone rings with military motifs. The first ring has a federal shield and stars pattern flanked by five pointed stars with a “1” and “A” in their centers, interior dated “1864.” Second specimen has a cannon and dominos motif. Also included is a 1.25” bone disk corps badge engraved with the number “1” and pierced for attachment and a 2.5” federal shield, pierced for attachment and engraved on the reverse “FOR MY / WIFE / MARTHA / CAMP DOUGLAS / 1864 / T.L.C.” An attractive group that blends folk art and soldier life. Very good. $800 - $1,200

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772 Confederate McClellan Saddle and Pair of Boots This saddle was likely produced at the Richmond Arsenal late in the Civil War, ca 1863-1864. Well-used saddle complete with all of its leather straps plus a woven wool girth. Wood stirrups with leather stirrup hoods (leather on near side is torn). Plus pair of leather boots complete with original wool boot straps. CS embossed pommel shield with top right corner missing. Saddle skirt is curled up on both sides. Missing rear saddle ring on off side as well as missing escutcheon on near side cantle. Stitching is unraveling along the edges of both sides of the cantle as well as the tree bars. Offside of cantle with severe 4” rip in the leather and with a crack in the wood tree underneath. Iron plate on front of pommel is broken with only a fragment remaining. Leather straps are intact but are slightly dry and with light crazing in some areas. Overall in good condition for a truly used Confederate Civil War saddle. From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan $4,000 - $6,000



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Civil War — Uniforms, Equipment & Accoutrements 773 US Civil War Officer’s Grimsley Saddle A very nice example of the made-to-order private purchase saddles ridden by officers in both the Federal and Confederate Armies during the Civil War, this saddle exhibits a number of features which indicate it was probably owned by a senior officer of some means. As the officers were expected to provide their own equipment at their own expense, the more embellishments a piece of officer’s equipment - be it a sword, uniform or saddle - can be indicative of his social and financial status. Such is the case with this Civil War-era Grimsley officer’s saddle. Most certainly made to order by a civilian saddler using the distinctive Grimsley seat with high pommel and cantle as the foundation, this saddle closely resembles the standard US Army Grimsley pattern, but it incorporates a number of custom features that differ from the regulations. The seat is covered with a stuffed ribbed pad and the edges of the pommel and cantle are covered with brass molding. As any stitched decoration on the lightweight leather used to fashion these padded seats weakened the leather and accelerated the effects of aging, surviving examples of saddles with the seats in this very good condition are quite scarce. The lower edges of the padded seat are anchored to the tree with brass nails having large domed decorative heads. These same brass nails are used on the front and rear extensions of the side bars to anchor the upper ends of the quarter-strap assembly, and to secure the leather covering on the face surfaces of the pommel and cantle. Brass equipment rings are attached with brass barrel staples on the front and rear extensions of the side bars on both sides. The inner and outer faces of the pommel and cantle are mounted with decorative brass plates. On the outer face of the pommel is a brass “L”-shaped post made of round bar stock mounted in a round escutcheon plate. Differing from the brass hooks found on the pommels and cantles of the Grimsley artillery driver and valise saddles which were used to attach the various harness straps, this type of smaller, less robust post has been noted on a number of Civil War officer’s saddles and it is believed to have been used as a mounting point for a pair of pommel holsters for carrying the officer’s pistols. Below both sides of the seat is a long lobed outer skirt and a shorter inner skirt, consistent with the standard pattern Grimsley. Unlike the girth straps normally found on Grimsley saddles, this saddle is fitted with a quarterstrap assembly very similar to that of the Model 1859 McClellan - a quarterstrap attached in front of the pommel and another behind the cantle, meeting below the seat on each side in an iron “D”-ring. From the “D”-rings depend two girth straps which are attached to what appears to be the original black leather-cloth material backed girth. The girth straps are complete and intact, and the girth is full length and complete with both buckles. The stirrup hoods are taller than those found on enlisted men’s stirrups of the period, and they are fashioned with elongated lobes on side of and well below the tread. The more elaborate shaped hoods, embellished with a decoration of a double line of stamping are indicative of and consistent with stirrups found on other officer’s saddles of this period. The stirrups depend from what appear to be original Model 1859 McClellan stirrup straps with iron frame buckles. Such straps were a saddle component that an officer would have had already access to through the normal supply process as his saddle’s original stirrup straps wore out or broke under the rigors of field use. Completing this saddle is a crupper, the set of strapping attached to the rear equipment rings which prevents the saddle from shifting by means of a padded ring that encircles the horse’s tail. While generally following the pattern of the standard Model 1859 Crupper, this specimen features brass buckles and a brass ring, indicative of having been made specifically for an officer, and quite possibly original to this saddle. Officer’s saddle cruppers are relatively rare in their own right. Finding such a piece intact with all the straps and buckles and still attached is unusual and noteworthy. This specimen is in overall excellent condition, showing only minor wear aging consistent with, and to be expected in saddles from this era, with none of the damage from severe use or poor storage seen in many saddles from this period. $1,500 - $2,500 76



774 US Civil War Identified Model 1859 McClellan Saddle with Saddle Bags Regulation Federal saddle used by Capt. Maurice Leyden, 3rd. N.Y. Cavalry. Wooden split tree covered in rawhide with brass hardware, black leather blanket straps, skirts and wooden stirrup covers. Complete with crupper and gray woven wool girth. Includes a pair of issue leather Model 1859 saddle bags. Marice Leyden joined the 3rd NY Cavalry as 2nd Lieut., Co. B. in June 1861 and served for the duration. Promoted 1st Lieut., Co. C. in June 1863, Leyden was captured during a fight on the Darbytown Road on October 10, 1864 and is mentioned in the O.R.’s as “missing.” The engagement involved several companies of the the 3rd NY Cav. on the picket line near Johnson House on the Darbytown Road. A strong attack developed and the small Union force was soon pushed back after a determined effort to slow the Confederate division. Lieut. Leyden was actually captured during the fight and confined at Libby Prison until being paroled on Feb. 22, 1865. Although not yet formally exchanged he was promoted Capt. and assumed command of his old Co. B.. Capt. Leyden briefly transferred to the 1st NY Mounted Rifles in July and was finally mustered out in Nov. 1865 at City Point with the veterans of the 4th NY Provisional Cavalry. During the time of Lieut. Ledyen’s capture the 3rd NY was assigned to the cavalry division, 18th Corps, Army of the James. Rawhide split along the top of the pommel. Flap closure buckle present but loose from the left saddle bag. $3,000 - $5,000



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775 US Indian Wars Officer’s Militia Artillery Coatee New York state buttons; captains’ paddles to 5th Regt. Artillery. Very good. $800 - $1,200 776 Civil War Officer’s Chasseur Kepi A fine example of the French inspired heavily braided chasseur pattern kepi favored by many of the flamboyant regiments serving in the Army of the Potomac. We believe this private purchase non-regulation officer’s hat to be of correct Civil War-style and manufacture, being approximately 6” tall in back and 2.625” in front. The interior of the dark silk crown is marked “James” within a shield-shaped crest that includes his “525 Broadway” NYC business address. 78


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Known colloquially as “James the Hatter,” this obscure maker (not listed in Bazelon-McGuinn) is documented in several online articles dealing with Civil War subjects from 1861 and 1862. One article reprinted in the Numismatist, Vol. 33 (May 1920) on “U.S. Postage Stamps as Necessity War Money” lists “James, Hatter” from an 1861 NYC Directory. Another online book on the history of NYC haberdashery mentions retailer “James the Hatter” at the “525 Broadway” address citing a clerk who began his apprenticeship there in 1862. Accepting minor differences, a nearly identical chasseur pattern kepi worn by Major John Glenn, 23rd Pennsylvania (Birney’s Zouaves) is illustrated in Langellier’s U.S. Army Headgear 1812-1872, p. 100, and Time-Life’s Arms and Equipment of the Union, p.131. Good to excellent. $1,500 - $2,000 777 Officer’s McDowell Forage Cap Blue wool body with leather sweat band, brown lining. Eagle buttons on the sides. Overall very good, no mothing. Leather is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500


778 Civil War Cased Brigadier General’s Dress Epaulettes Identified to Gen. James Wood of N.Y. Matching pair of gold braid dress epaulets with gilt metal crescents, edged in two-toned gold bullion and 3.5” bullion fringe. Has applied silver bullion five-point rank star insignia and gold staff eagle button. Reverse lined in red Morocco leather and crimson velvet with brass attachment bar. Complete with dark brown japanned finished tin carrying case with internal oval insignia box. This fine pair of brigadier’s epaulettes and the colonel’s dress epaulettes are documented as having descended in the Wood family. The consignor obtained both from a “Miss Mazy Doty, 17th Main St., Genesco, NY.” She wrote that General Wood was her Grandfather. Accompanying the written provenance are National Archives military and pension records. James Wood, Jr. (1820-1892) took command of the 136th NY as Colonel on August 17, 1862 and led the regiment for the duration of the war being twice brevetted—Brigadier General and Major General—on March 13, 1865. The 136th NY was assigned to the 11th Corps and Colonel Wood was in command at Chancellorsville fiasco and at Gettysburg. The Colonel transferred west joining the Army of the Cumberland and when the unlucky 11th Corps was finally broken up in April 1864, the regiment became part of the 20th Corps, engaged in heavy fighting at Lookout Mountain and Missionary Ridge. Later Colonel Wood took over as brigade commander seeing considerable action at Resaca, Dallas, Atlanta, the “March to the Sea,” and final operations in North Carolina. Losses were 73 officers and men killed and mortally wounded. Colonel Wood mustered out June 13, 1865 as a brevet Major General. Post-war, Wood resumed the practice of law at Genesco and entered politics being elected to the New York Senate in 1870 followed by four terms in the State Legislature. A prominent citizen in life, General Wood died on February 25, 1892 and was buried in Temple Hill Cemetery, Genesco, N.Y. Very good. Descended in the Wood Family $2,000 - $3,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

779 US Civil War Cased Colonel’s Dress Epaulettes, 58th Infantry Matching pair of gold braid dress epaulets with gilt metal crescents, edged in two-toned gold bullion and 3.5” bullion fringe. Has applied silver bullion eagle rank insignia, sky blue wool disk with gold bullion unit number “58” bordered in two-toned silver bullion and gold eagle button with the letter “A” inside the shield. Reverse lined in red Morocco leather and crimson silk with brass attachment bar maker marked “HORSTMANN BROTHERS & ALLIEN / NEW YORK.” Complete with dark brown japanned finished oval tin carrying case with internal oval insignia box. According to the consignor this pristine set of colonel’s dress epaulettes came with the General James Wood epaulettes and descended in the family. They probably relate to Colonel Wood only by association. In fact, the actual owner is unknown as Colonel Wood of the 136th NY was never associated with any regiment having the numerical designation “58.” Parenthetically, no one named Wood(s) held the rank of colonel in the 58th NY or the 58th USCT. Still an outstanding pair of infantry dress epaulettes on their own merit. Very good. Minor service wear on the lining. Descended in the Wood Family $2,000 - $3,000


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780 Second Pattern Confederate National Flag, Possibly Issued to the CS Navy Second pattern Confederate National flag, wool bunting, 52 x 106 in., with 13 hand-sewn, cotton stars configured in the shape of a diagonal cross, atop a blue wool bunting saltire, on a red ground. The technique used in sewing the stars is consistent with the Civil War-period technique, which consisted of stitches around the outer edges of the star. The white field is comprised of 8 bolts of wool bunting sewn together with flat fell seams. The white bunting, which is single-ply, is typical of CS Navy and large storm and garrison flags (done so as to allow enough air to pass through the flag thus extending its life). The cotton hoist, with jute rope, is identical to the naval flag attachment system as well as those for posts, bases, etc. The hoist edge is cotton canvas, and some of the larger land flags used the same hoist system as naval flags. Most of the large, post-war Confederate flags of this type have metal grommets, lacking on this one. The grommets were used by wartime US flags and with post-Civil War Confederate flags, indicating that this is most likely a wartime flag. Based on its overall construction, the flag might have been issued to the Confederate Navy. However, it is also possible that this is a post flag, as storm and garrison flags were typically larger than this one. A fine flag, worthy of additional research. Accompanied by a report compiled by Military Historian, Gregory G. Biggs. Flag with frayed edges (especially fly) and scattered holes throughout; light, scattered stains throughout, with some areas of separation, including areas where stitching occurred. Hoist has separated from bottom left edge of blue saltire. Most stars OK, although one is partially ripped along back side (bottom left corner), and some stars are lightly stained. $10,000 - $20,000



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Civil War — Long Guns

781 Percussion Gallager Civil War Carbine .50 caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 8758. Manufactured by Richardson & Overman, Galler’s Patent. Iron patchbox, walnut stock. All metal with untouched patina; sharp and crisp markings. Stock with nicks and dings. $1,200 - $1,500

782 Model 1843 Hall North Carbine .52 caliber, 21” round barrel, two barrel bands. Walnut stock. No markings on the top of the breechblock. All metal has a nice even look with grey-to-brown staining. Stock is very good with a vague, but readable, cartouche. $1,000 - $1,500

783 Model 1843 Hall North Carbine .52 caliber, 21” barrel, marked on the top of breechblock US / S.North / Middtn Conn / 1843 in four lines. Walnut stock with WAT cartouche on the right side. All metal is sharp and crisp with a grey-to-brown patina; good sharp markings. Stock is good with nice cartouche. $1,500 - $2,000

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784 Third Model Maynard Civil War Carbine 50 caliber, 20” octagonal-to-round barrel. Left flat is marked G.W.S. Marked on the left side of receiver Manufacture Mass Arms Co Chicopee Falls. Walnut stock. Barrel retains 80% of the original blue, turning plum. Frame is sharp and crisp with light brown patina. Stock has mint cartouches with excellent wood. $1,500 - $2,000

785 Second Model Merrill Civil War Carbine .54 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 14804. Brass buttplate, triggerguard and band. Walnut stock. Barrel and breech are speckled with brown stains with some light pitting. Markings are nice and clear. Brass with tarnished look. Stock with some nicks and dings. $1,200 - $1,800

786 Percussion Carbine Rifle by Devisime .720 bore diameter rifled with ten lands-and-grooves, 26” round barrel with rear express leaf sight. Steel ramrod, walnut stock with brass checkered buttplate, triggerguard, front barrel band. This will fire the Devisme exploding cartridge. Barrel is very sharp and crisp retaining 60% of the original brown finish just lightly thinning. Breech plug retains all of its original case colors. Rear portion of the lock retains all of the original case colors; the front portion of the lock has been cleaned to grey. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. $3,000 - $5,000



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787 Model 1847 Artillery Musketoon .60 caliber, 26” round barrel, lockplate marked with eagle and US under the bolster; in the rear Springfield and dated 1851. Walnut stock. Barrel has grey look mixing with pitting. Lock is grey-to-brown mixing with pitting. Hammer is deep brown with some pitting. Stock was lightly cleaned and has an old repair to the left side of tang. $1,000 - $1,500

788 Second Model Merril Carbine .54 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 4373. Brass furniture; walnut stock. Barrel is smooth with traces of original finish. Breech lever has patina brown finish. Lockplate and hammer with grey-to-brown patina. Brass has been cleaned. Stock with some nicks and dings. $1,500 - $2,000

789 US Civil War First Model Maynard Carbine .50 caliber, 20” round barrel. Lever action single shot carbine with Maynard tape firing system. Bore dark, but will clean to better. Very good. $1,000 - $2,000

790 Sharps New Model 1859 Carbine .52 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 79435. Iron patchbox, barrel and frame matching serial numbers. Walnut stock and forearm. Barrel has a dark brown finish. Frame is silvery grey turning plum. Stock and forearm have some nicks and dings. Bore is very good. $2,000 - $2,500 84



791 Model 1847 Springfield Artillery Musketoon .69 caliber, 26” round barrel. Lockplate marked with eagle US under the bolster; in the rear, Springfield. Walnut stock. All metal is grey with salt & pepper pitting. Small piece of wood missing from burnout on the right side of tang. Stock was cleaned many years ago. $1,000 - $1,500

792 Model 1847 Springfield Sappers and Miners Musketoon with Original Bayonet .69 caliber smoothbore, 26” round barrel. Marked near the breech V P, and eagle; dated 1855 on the tang. Lockplate marked with eagle over US and Springfield 1847 in the rear of the lockplate. Bayonet lug on the outside of barrel band with locking lug at muzzle. Comes with proper brass-handled bayonet. Walnut stock. Barrel and lock have been cleaned to bright with light hint of pitting. Stock has excellent lines with an old museum paint on the comb of stock “Mexico 1849.” Stock is sharp and crisp with some nicks and dings. Bayonet blade has been plated. Brass handle has nice tarnished look. $2,500 - $4,000

793 Model 1851 Cadet Rifle .57 caliber, 40” round barrel, smoothbore. Three barrel bands; lock dated 1851. Walnut stock. Barrel is grey with salt and pepper pitting scattered throughout the barrel. Heavy pitting around the percussion bolster. Stock with some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

794 Springfield Cadet Rifle .54 caliber, 37.5” round barrel with bayonet lug 1.25” from muzzle on the bottom of barrel; full-stock. Brass furniture; lockplate marked with eagle and US; on the rear of lockplate marked Springfield and dated 1844. This was assembled many years ago by using French cadet musket stock and a 1851 Springfield cadet musket barrel and the furniture of a model 1841 rifle and a real 1841 Springfield cadet lockplate. Looks real with the exception of the brass furniture. Stock has an old weathered look. Stock was broken in the wrist and has an old repair using nails. Barrel has been cleaned to bright. Lockplate has good markings. $1,500 - $2,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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795 Model 1863 Type 11 Springfield Rifled-Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel. Date 1864 on the top of breech, V P and eagle on the right side of barrel at breech. Lockplate also dated 1864. Three barrel bands and walnut stock. Barrel and lock have a uniform look of brown staining throughout with sharp lines. Stock has some nicks and dings with two dim cartouches. Bore is fair; will clean to better. $1,000 - $1,500

796 Springfield Model 1861 Percussion Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel. 1861 dated lock. Fair condition with a rusty bore. The finish is a dark brown patina with patches of rust and the hammer does not lock back. The stock has many dings and scratches. $1,000 - $1,500

797 Whitneyville Plymouth Naval Rifle .69 caliber, 34” round barrel. Dated on the breech 1864; 9573 numbered on tang. V P and eagle on left flat at breech; on the left side is subinspector’s initials FCW. Lockplate marked with eagle, US Whitney-ville and date 1864 on the rear. Long range rear barrel sight. Walnut stock. All metal has been cleaned to bright. Nice sharp edges. Stock has been clean. A dim, but readable, cartouche. Excellent bore. $1,500 - $2,500

798 Model 1855 Iron-Mounted Harpers Ferry Rifle .58 caliber, 33” round barrel, with V P and eagle near breech, dated 1860 on the top of breech. Lockplate marked 1860 in the rear. Eagle on Maynard tape primer cover, Harpers Ferry. Two barrel bands with saber bayonet attachment. Walnut stock with iron patchbox. All metal has very sharp and crisp markings. Metal parts have been cleaned to bright with some very minute pitting on some parts. Stock is very sharp and crisp with remains of a vague cartouche. $3,000 - $4,500 86



799 Model 1863 Springfield Percussion Rifled-Musket Type II .58 caliber, 40” round barrel with 1864 dated on the top flat. Eagle, V P on the left flat at breech. Lockplate dated 1864 and marked US Springfield. Eagle on the flat of percussion bolster. Three barrel bands. Walnut stock. Barrel and bands have a nice even burnished bright appearance. Lockplate has a grey to brown look. All metal and markings are very sharp and crisp. Stock is excellent-to-mint with two mint cartouches on the left flat and a very nice dark red open-grained look. $1,000 - $1,500

800 Model 1855 Harpers Ferry Rifled-Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel. Dated 1858 on the top of barrel at breech; on the left side V P and eagle. Long range rear barrel sight. Lockplate dated 1858 and marked U.S. Harpers Ferry. Three barrel bands; brass nose cap; walnut stock. This is an overall excellent musket. Barrel is nice bright with sharp markings. Bands are very sharp and crisp. Lockplate is almost mint; markings are very sharp and crisp with some cosmoline staining. Stock is excellent with a crisp cartouche. Bore is bright and near mint. $2,500 - $4,000

801 Sharps Model 1859 Rifle .52 caliber, 36” barrel. S/N 36651. Barrel fitted for saber bayonet with a lug on the under side of barrel. Patchbox with walnut buttstock and longer forearm to accommodate the longer barrel. Only 600 produced in the serial range of 36,000-37,000. Comes with rare type II Brass handle Saber Bayonet. Seldom encountered. Excellent overall, retaining most of the very high blue finish, with some of the finish flaking. Stock and forearm in very good condition. This is a very rare Civil War rifle. Seldom seen and always with this type of blue finish. Bayonet is very good with excellent scabbard. $4,000 - $6,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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802 Model 1861 Springfield Rifled-Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel. Lockplate marked US Springfield and dated 1861. Three barrel bands; walnut stock. Original leather sling. All metal is grey to brown with some staining and pitting. Stock has been cleaned; with some nicks and dings. $1,200 - $1,800

803 English Percussion Tower Musket and Tintype of Possible Owner Isaac Thompson .577 caliber, 33” barrel, left side of barrel 25 -25. Saber bayonet on the left side of barrel. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Lot further includes a tintype of the person who carried this rifle - possibly Isaac Thompson. Isaac Thompson was with the 2nd Kentucky Cavalry. Following Hood’s loss of Atlanta to the Union forces in September 1864, the 2nd Kentucky cavalry became part of General Joseph Wheeler’s Cavalry unit to harass General Sherman’s army during its “March to the Sea.” These items were previously on display at a now defunct museum in Murfreesboro, Georgia. The gun is arguably part of an English shipment of guns that made its way to the Confederacy through the blockade. Rifle is in fair condition; wood shows use with a crack under the lock plate. All metal is brown and pitted. Stock is in fair condition. $800 - $1,200

804 Massachusetts Arms Co. Smith Civil War Carbine .50 caliber, 21.5” octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 20548. Receiver marked “Manufactured By Mass. Arms Co., Chicopee Falls”, “Address, Poultney & Trimble, Baltimore, U.S.A.”, “Smith’s Patent, June 23, 1857.” Partially visible cartouche on left side of the stock where it meets the receiver. Very good condition with a very good bore with patches of pitting scattered about. The wood is good to very good with a large chip at the top of the stock where it meets the receiver. $1,500 - $2,000 88



805 Model 1863 Percussion Sharps Carbine .52 caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N C19617; matching number on barrel and frame. Walnut stock and forearm. All metal has brown patina. Walnut stock and forearm have some nicks and dings. Bore is very good. $1,200 - $1,800

806 Model 1863 Type I Springfield Rifled-Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel dated 1863 with V P and eagle. Three-leaf rear barrel sight. Three barrel bands with walnut stock. Barrel is grey with pitting around the percussion bolster. Bands have nice bright finish. Lock and hammer with light brown patina. Stock has a used look with some nicks and dings. A dim cartouche. Bore is fair will clean to very good. $1,000 - $1,500

807 5th Model Burnside Carbine .54 caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 30096. Marked on the lockplate Burnside Rifle Company, Providence RI. Walnut stock and forearm have been decorated with folk art, checkering, donkey and log cabin. All metal is grey with a light brown patina. Lockplate has been polished and begun to re-patinate. Markings are clear. Bore is good. $1,500 - $2,000

808 Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifled-Musket by Tower .577 caliber, 39” barrel with long range rear barrel sight. Contract number 25-25 marked on the left side of barrel. No markings on the buttplate. Marked on the bottom of stock Turner. Brass furniture walnut stock with three barrel bands. Lock and hammer have untouched patina. Lines and markings are sharp and crisp. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. Bore is very good. $1,500 - $2,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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809 Percussion Half-Stock Rifle .30 caliber, 32.5” octagonal barrel, end of muzzle turned round for a loader, S/N 6. Markings on top of barrel “Riley Haskell, Painsville, O. 1858.” Front lock has floral etching with “R. Haskell.” Hammer has floral etching. Wedged retained barrel with brass furniture. Walnut stock, pewter tip, 2 ferules with ram rod, and German silver escutcheons. The gunsmith also made fishing lures and was the maker of the $100,000 Haskell fishing lure. This is an early S/N and uncommon. The barrel retains 50% of light original browning. The stock retains 95% of original finish. Brass furniture has a yellow patina with a little peppered pitting. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800

810 Belgian Percussion Musket .69 caliber rifled, 40” barrel with rear sight on the breech plug. Belgian proofs on the barrel. Three barrel bands, walnut stock. All metal has untouched dark brown patina. Some pitting on the percussion bolster. Bore is very good. Stock has nice untouched patina with some nicks and dings. $800 - $1,200

811 Frontier Spencer Sporting Rifle .462 bore diameter with smooth bore, 30” barrel, S/N 1828. This Spencer was made from a military carbine with a specially period-crafted trick lever trigger and cut away action. Walnut buttstock and forearm with German silver diamond plate near buttplate and has a Spencer rear rifle site. The frame, hammer, back lock, trigger and triggerguard have a peppered pitting blending to a dark patina. Finish on barrel has a nice even dark patina. Stock has nicks and dings, but retains some of the varnish. Overall very good condition. $2,250 - $3,250

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812 Half-Stock Percussion Target Rifle by J. Harmon .36 caliber, 36.5” octagonal barrel with the muzzle turned round for false muzzle. Top of barrel engraved in script J Harmon Sulphur Springs. He made percussion rifles from 1853-1888. Patent breech, hood front sight, rear tang sight. Golcher marked forward action lock. Walnut stock with brass furniture. Barrel retains most of the original brown finish. Lock with nice patina. All lines are very sharp and crisp. Stock is excellent, with very crisp lines and still has open-grained look. Bore is excellent. $1,200 - $1,600

813 Half-Stock Percussion Target Rifle by J.Bandle, Cin. Ohio .40 caliber, 29.5” octagonal barrel with the muzzle turned round for a false muzzle. Top of barrel marked J. Bandle, 260 Main St, Cin O E. Kettler. Back-action percussion lock. Patent breech. Hood front sight with tang sight. Silver-plated brass Schuetzen buttplate. German silver plaque on the right side of stock with the initials DSG. Double-set triggers; fancy finger loop triggerguard. Walnut stock. Barrel still retains some of the original brown finish. Lock and hammer with untouched patina. Stock has a crack running through the wrist. Overall excellent percussion target rifle. $1,000 - $1,500

814 Full-Stock Percussion Conversion Rifle by Thomas Douglas .45 caliber, 38.25” octagonal barrel signed on the top flat in engraved script “Thomas Douglas.” Buckhorn rear sight, German silver blade front sight. Four-piece engraved patch box, 12 silver inlays, Federal period eagle and snake engraved on silver oval inlay on cheek piece; brass furniture. Maple stock with incised carved moulding lines. Thomas Douglas was a maker of full-stock percussion rifles and worked in McConnellstown, Pennsylvania. Barrel with nice deep dark brown patina. Lockplate has been cleaned to bright and has some brown patina along the edges. Percussion drum is a replacement. Brass furniture has untouched patina. Stock has dark untouched patina with some nicks and dings. $1,500 - $2,500

815 Kentucky Percussion Rifle by Renton .40 caliber, 44.5” octagonal barrel. Forward action percussion lock engraved and marked Renton in a diamond. Brass furniture and two-piece brass patchbox. Double-set triggers; maple stock. Barrel and tang have a light brown patina. Pitting around the percussion drum. Lock with brown patina and pitting around and under the percussion drum. Brass with nice untouched patina. Stock with nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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816 American Percussion Target Rifle by G. Schalk .40 caliber, bore diameter is .430, 31” octagonal barrel, 1.125” across the flats. Marked on top of barrel near the breech G. Schalk Pottsville. Hooded front target-style sight; silver inlaid lines across top of barrel flat at muzzle for front sight adjustment; rear barrel sight missing; lollipop-style tang sight. Patent-style breech with single screw to release barrel from action. Snell-style percussion bolster. Very finely engraved back-action percussion lock and hammer; engraved breech; plus engraved silver-plated brass under rib, triggerguard, and Schuetzen-style buttplate. Double-set triggers. Checkered walnut butt stock with fancy cheek piece. Barrel retains 90% of the brown finish, slightly dulling. Frame, lock, hammer are very sharp and crisp with untouched tarnished grey look. Stock is excellent with most of the original varnish finish. Barrel is drilled for scope blocks. Bore is excellent. $6,000 - $8,500

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817 Percussion Target Rifle by J.O. Robson, Buffalo, New York .528 bore diameter, 33” heavy octagonal bore, 1.50” across the flats of barrel. Dove tail for front sight, long tube sight mounted on the barrel. Marked on the left flat near the breech J.O. Robson, 908, Buffalo New York. Cast steel. Engraved back-action lock and hammer. Engraved frame and tang. Nickel-plated brass triggerguard. Double-set triggers. Engraved Iron buttplate and toeplate. Checkered walnut stock. Has the original bench rest, false muzzle and brass loader. Rifle weighs 35 pounds. Often referred to as a slug rifle. Barrel retains most of the original brown finish. Some wear to the high edges. Frame and back action lock are a very sharp and crisp with a grey to blue look. Stock retains most of the original varnish finish. Tube sight optics are clear with a little bubbling. Bore is excellent. $3,000 - $5,000

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818 American Percussion Rifle by Zettler, New York .40 caliber, 32” octagonal barrel, patent breech, top of barrel marked Zettler, New York. Engraved tang, breech, lockplate and hammer. Engraved German silver patchbox with scrolls and stag. German silver furniture. Rear tang sight; front hooded sight. Fancy walnut stock with Schuetzen butt and cheek piece with engraved eagle inlaid. Checkered wrist. Missing ramrod. Barrel is very sharp and crisp with nice dark plum. Lock and hammer have dark patina. Rear portion of hammer has been cleaned and chemically enhanced. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. Bore is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

819 Percussion Half-Stock Rifle by M. S. Risley .36 caliber, 33.375” octagonal-to-round barrel. Remington lock, walnut stock with brass buttplate and triggerguard, German silver Star of David on top of stock behind top tang, pewter fore end tip. Lollipop tang sight; globe front sight. Very good condition with a very good bore. $1,000 - $1,500

820 Percussion Half-Stock Rifle by Charles LiBeau .40 caliber, 41” octagonal barrel with patent breech, two gold lines inlayed at breech, marked in a gold square Libeau with matching dark blue finish, Cincinnati. Engraved lockplate marked S Bryant, Armstrong Philadelphia. Engraved lockplate and breech plug. Engraved iron triggerguard with finials. Iron patchbox, silverplated; iron buttplate, silver-plated; silver escutcheons; silver inlaid plaque on cheek piece, engraved J. Wolf and dated 1829. Silver thumb rest. Finely striped maple stock with checkered wrist and cheek piece. Charles Libeau (possibly originally l’Beau) worked in Cincinnati from 1829-1844. He is listed in American Gunsmiths by Frank Sellers. “J. Wolf” is a bit more obscure. A likely candidate is Jacob Wolf (either Sr. or Jr.), bakers and boarding house owners in the early part of the 19th century in Cincinnati. Both men appear in the 1840 census. The bakery was located in several buildings, mostly in the area of 5th and Walnut (one directory gives the address as Walnut between 4th and 5th, another on 5th between Main and Walnut). They would appear to have been fairly successful, as the name appears in several lists of organizations, such as an investigative committee of the Bar Association (1879, probably Jr.). In addition, Jacob Wolf (again, probably Jr.) is listed in the Cincinnati “Blue Book” and Social Register of 1879. The quality of workmanship on this firearm suggests that it was not inexpensive even nearly two hundred years ago. Barrel has a dull dark blue look. Lock and hammer are excellent; the color of the finish blends well with the barrel finish. Markings are sharp and crisp. Stock has a very nice untouched patina. Silver with black patina. $1,500 - $2,000 94



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821 Percussion Target Rifle by A. Escherich of Baltimore, MD .44 caliber, 36” octagonal barrel, patent breech. Target front hood sight; rear sight has nice finials with a boar deeply relief engraved and a key to adjust windage, Snell-style percussion bolster. Engraving on the front of muzzle and on the breech of barrel. Tang with deeply relief chiseled hunter in Germanstyle dress. Long tang with sight base for a lollipop stud. An unusually-shaped back-action lock nicely scroll-engraved with a deep relief panel carved in the rear of the lockplate of a dog pointing. Engraved in script is A. Escherich Baltimore along the bottom edge of lockplate. Deeply engraved patchbox lid with the rest scrolled engraving. Pointed-style buttplate with long engraved heel and toe. Engraved iron triggerguard and ferules. Double-set triggers. Fancy walnut stock with cheek piece and checkered wrist. Lot further includes a pair of bullet molds that go with this rifle. Barrel retains most of the original brown finish, just slightly dulled. About two inches from the breech on the left flat are two small areas of dark staining with some pitting mixing in. All metal has a nice untouched patina with a very sharp and crisp look. Wood is excellent. Inside of patchbox is the original German silver dovetail with blade front sight. This is an outstanding engraved percussion sporting rifle. $2,500 - $3,500

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822 Original Cased Percussion Target Rifle by Hillard .478 bore diameter, 29” barrel, 1.625” across the flats. False muzzle, brass loader. Engraved back-action Lock. Fancy triggerguard with spurs. Double-set triggers. Long tube sight with cross hairs. Fancy walnut stock. Rifle is cased in an original coffin-shaped oak box with bench rest, mold and cleaning rod. Barrel is very sharp with light brown patina. Action and lock have 90% of the original case colors. Buttplate has some colors in the protected areas the rest is fading to a nice patina. Stock is excellent, bore is excellent. A very fine cased Hillard target rifle. Rifle weighs 25 pounds. $2,500 - $5,000

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823 Whitworth Patent Percussion Long Range Target Rifle by Manchester Ordinance Rifle Co. .462 Hex bore diameter, 36” round barrel. Marked on the top flat Whitworth Patent, patent breech. Percussion lock engraved with a crown in the rear and on the forward part is Manchester Ordinance & Rifle Co. Safety on lock. Long range rear tang sight and front hood sight. Very finely checkered walnut stock with horn tip and pistol grip cap. Checkered steel buttplate. Barrel has nice brown patina with some blue in the protected areas. Sharp markings. Mottled case colors on the tang. Lockplate and hammer are sharp with some case colors in the protected areas. Stock is very sharp with untouched crisp checkering and retaining most of the original varnished finish with minimal nicks and dings. Bore is excellent. Has the Whitworth bullet mold. $6,000 - $8,000

824 German Percussion Sporting Rifle by Diem Mannheim 40 caliber, 32” octagonal barrel. Patent breech with Snell-style percussion bolster, back-action percussion lock. Top of barrel marked Diem Mannheim. Rear tang sight, adjustable rear barrel sight, blade front sight. Double-set triggers, fancy triggerguard, Schuetzen-style buttplate. Fancy walnut buttstock with checkered wrist, horn tip. Rosewood ramrod with a knob. Barrel retains 75% of the brown finish with the rest just thinning. Lock, hammer, breech and tang are very sharp and crisp with silvery grey look and some small spots of black staining. Stock is excellent. Bore is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500



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825 Percussion German Schuetzen Rifle by J. Peter in ULM .568 bore diameter, 36” octagonal flared barrel. Marked on top of barrel I. Peter in Ulm. Forward action engraved lock marked in an oval in sliver I. Peter In Ulm. Front hood sight; rear barrel sight, long with nice finial and engraved. Rear tang sight is lollipop-style with engraved long elevation study. Engraved breech, sideplate with winged screw for easy takedown, engraved buttplate finial with ball mounted on the top of buttplate. Double-set triggers, fancy finger looped triggerguard. Finely figured walnut stock checkered in the wrist and fore end with horn tip, German silver escutcheons. Barrel is very sharp and crisp with 70% of the brown finish. Lock and hammer have some case colors in the protected areas. Sideplate retains 98% of the blue finish. Buttplate retains a nice brown patina. Stock is excellent. Bore has been greased to protect the rifling. Bore is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

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826 Percussion Long Range Rifle by John Rigby & Co., Dublin & London .450 bore diameter, 34” round barrel with Rigby flats. Barrel marked John Rigby & Co., Dublin & London. Patent breech with engraved tang. Missing tang sight, front hooded sight with false muzzle. Engraved lock with safety. Lockplate marked W & J. Rigby. Engraved triggerguard; engraved and checkered buttplate. Fancy walnut stock with checkered pistol grip and horn cap. Checkered fore end with horn tip. Barrel is nice plum with some high blue in protected areas. Breech retains all of the original case colors. Tang with blue finish. Lockplate with tarnished blue. Hammer has the spur broken off. Very fine banknote-style engraving. Stock has been cleaned and checkering refreshed. Bore is excellent. $3,500 - $5,000

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827 Cased Percussion English Shotgun by H. Piper 15 gauge, 28” barrels. Marked on the top of rib Henry Piper. Engraved forward-action locks in very fine banknote-style scrolls. In a banner on the forward part of lock marked H. Piper. Barrels finished in a Damascus pattern; case colored locks; highly blued engraved triggerguard. Finely figured walnut stock with very fine checkered wrist. Case made of oak with label, R.B. Rodda Co, Gun Makers, Picadilly London. Cased with shot flask, powder flask, mainspring vise, oiler, wad cutter, 15 gauge mold for balls, Japanned tin box of Joyce’s Patent waterproof primers. Also original paper advertisement for Joyce Primers. Cased is lined in green wool. Barrels retain 98% of the original brown finish. Locks retain 98% of the case colors. Stock is outstanding retaining all of the original varnished finish. Case is excellent inside and out. This is a very fine English percussion shotgun. $2,000 - $3,000



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828 Cased Percussion Whitworth Rifle .45 caliber, 30” round barrel with Rigby flats. Top of barrel marked Whitworth Patent. Express rear barrel sight with three leaves, graduated 100 yards through 1000 yards. Engraved banknote-style hammer and back-action lock also marked Whitworth with safety. Breech engraved with a stag, engraved tang. Engraved patchbox with stag running. Engraved buttplate. Engraved triggerguard with checkered loop and pineapple finial. Finely figured walnut stock with very fine checkering and horn nose cap. Cased in a mahogany case with brass corners. Most accessories are missing, but still has a nice leather-covered flask and a percussion capper. Barrel has a dark plum finish. Tang lock, hammer, patchbox and triggerguard have a dark patina and are very crisp. Stock is excellent and untouched with some minor nicks and dings. $4,500 - $6,500

829 Deluxe Percussion German Double-Barrel Shotgun 20 ga., 30.5” barrel length, S/N 10. Floral engravings and case colored locks and breech plug. All metal has original brown finish. Fancy grain exotic stock with checkered pistol grip and forearm. Wooden scroll triggerguard. Untouched and original brown finish and case colored locks and breech plug. Stock retains 97% of original finish. Very petite and exceptionally fine gun. Stock does show nicks and dings. Exceptional condition for a gun of this age. $1,750 - $2,250

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830 Half-Stock Percussion Rifle by Alexander McGilvray .40 caliber, 36” octagonal barrel with patent breech and gold inlaid lines. Marked on top of barrel A. McGilvray (of Rockingham County, Virginia). Notched rear barrel sight with silver blade front sight. Engraved back-action lockplate and hammer, marked Tryon Philad. Engraved steel four-piece patchbox; engraved toeplate with patchbox release button. Iron triggerguard and buttplate with double-set triggers. Silver eight-pointed star inlaid on the cheek piece. Silver thumb rest behind tang. Silver inlaid escutcheons with wedge holding barrel to stock. Silver nose cap. Finely figured maple stock with checkered wrist. Barrel is sharp and crisp with traces of original brown finish blending with some brown speckling. Lock and hammer with a dark patina with sharp and crisp engraving. All Iron furniture has an untouched patina blending well with the stock finish and patina on the wood. A very rare rifle in unusually fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000

831 Double-Barrel Plains Rifle by John H. Krider of Philadelphia Right barrel .52 caliber and rifled; left barrel .54 smooth bore; 26” heavy round barrels (original length). Top of barrel rib is marked “PHILADA” and both back-action locks marked “KRIDER.” Long 2-screw tang with all iron hardware with 2-piece patch box that is cut with 6 piercings. Bird’s-eye maple stock with beaver-tail cheek piece. Fancy iron toeplate with patchbox release button. Rifle made to be carried on horseback. Stock has black untouched patina. Barrel, locks and breech have dark untouched chocolate patina. Barrel and trigger guard have light pitting with a few knick and dings. Bore has strong rifling and could be cleaned to excellent. This rifle has an even untouched look. $2,200 - $2,800

832 Plains Rifle by William L. Hudson of Cincinnati, OH .52 ca rifled, 41” octagonal barrel with patent breech with double tang screws, double retaining keys and all iron hardware. Large buckhorn rear sight. Back-action lock and double-set trigger. This rifle was made for the Western trade. Barrel lock and hammer has dark even patina with some pitting around the percussion bolster and breech area. Bottom triggerguard and buttplate have pitting and untouched dark brown patina. Stock has untouched finished with a few nicks and dings. Bore still retains rifling with pitting in between the grooves. $2,000 - $2,500



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833 Onion and Wheelock Percussion Double-Barrel Rifle/Shotgun Combination 10 gauge shotgun left barrel; right barrel .40 caliber rifled barrel; 29.5” Damascus barrels. Front blade sight, rear notched sight with elevator, rear tang sight. Engraved forward-action percussion locks. Engraved tang, engraved triggerguard with fancy finial, engraved buttplate. German silver patchbox. Finely figured walnut buttstock with checkered wrist. Barrels retain 70% of the original Damascus finish. Locks are very crisp and sharp with a blue to mottled grey. Stock is excellent. Rifled barrel bore is excellent. Shotgun bore will clean to excellent. $1,200 - $1,800

834 Percussion Half-Stock Sporting Rifle .44 caliber smooth bore, 42.25” barrel length. Markings on front lock “H. Elwell Warranted.” Markings on top of barrel “W * S.” Brown barrel hammer and lock. Brass trigger guard. Pewter cap and maple stock. Two metal ferules with ramrod. Wood has artificial striping. Stock retains most of the original finish. Brown on barrel, hammer and lock. Brass has a brown patina on brass triggerguard and buttplate. Stock has a crack through the toe. Overall condition is very good. $1,000 - $1,500

835 Half-Stock Percussion Plains-Style Rifle .52 caliber, 36.5” octagonal barrel, 1.125” across the flats of barrel. Lockplate marked Joseph Manton Warranted. German silver patchbox with squirrel design cut on the back of patchbox. German silver cap box on cheek piece. Brass triggerguard with brass buttplate. Barrel has a plum patina. Some pitting around the percussion bolster protruding onto the barrel. Lockplate with nice dark patina. Walnut stock has a crack in the toe. Some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

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836 Double-Barrel Percussion Shotgun by Wm. Read of Boston, Mass. 8 gauge, 33” double barrels. Marked on top of barrel in gold, Laminated Steel. Gold lines at breech; patent breech. Very finely scroll-engraved locks, breech, triggerguard and buttplate. Finely figured walnut stock with checkered wrist and forearm. Double wedge. Brown barrels, case colored locks, breech. Blued triggerguard and buttplate. Rosewood ramrod with brass tip. Barrels retain most of the original brown finish and Damascus pattern. Locks, hammers, breech retain most of the case colors just slightly muted. Stock is excellent. A small shield shape inlay is missing behind the triggerguard. Overall this shotgun has a mint look, very sharp and crisp. $1,000 - $1,500

837 Kuhn, Phila. “Poacher’s” or “Taxidermist’s” Percussion Rifle 28 gauge smoothbore, 27” round crew barrel. Marked on the engraved back-action F. Kuhn, Philadelphia. Checkered walnut stock with shotgun butt. In the toe of the stock is a cap box with finials. Very good condition with nice brown on the barrel and beautiful dark brown patina on the frame. Wood is excellent. $1,200 - $1,500

838 Brass Barrel “Roman Nose” Curly Maple Percussion Rifle .36 caliber rifled, 31” octagonal-to-round brass barrel with raised ribbing on barrel. Oval patchbox. Buttplate, 3 ferules and escutcheons are all brass, with ramrod. Steel trigger, trigger plate and triggerguard. Engraved 8-pointed star inlaid on cheek piece. Curly maple stock with checkered grips. Brass furniture has a dark mustard to brown patina. Steel parts have an untouched black patina. Stock has a dark patina and shows nicks and dings. Crack forward of finial on triggerguard to the rear of the ram rod ferule. Gun has a wonderful symmetry and is good overall. $1,250 - $1,750



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839 “Perry” Percussion Plains Rifle .52 caliber, heavy 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 518. Markings on top of frame “Perry Patent Arn. Co., Newark, N.J., 1855.” Barrel has the original buckhorn sight. Sight at breech is 1.125” and 1” at muzzle. Walnut stock with German silver escutcheons and pewter tip. Barrel retains 90% of original blue, turning plum with very sharp and crisp edges. The action has very sharp lines with most of the finish turning to a brown patina. Markings are sharp and crisp. Stock and forearm retains 95% or original varnish. Stock has minor nicks and dings. Overall very good. $3,250 - $4,250

840 Sharps Model 1853 Percussion Sporting Rifle .52 caliber, 26” heavy octagonal barrel, S/N 21042. Sharps markings on lock and barrel. Walnut stock with iron patchbox; forearm with pewter tip. Sharp and crisp rifle, with good markings. Metal has light patina. Stock with some nicks and dings. Bore will clean to excellent. Period sling swivels have been added to the stock and fore end. $2,500 - $3,000

841 Half-Stock Plains Rifle by William Hudson .50 caliber, 35” octagonal barrel. Markings on top of barrel “W. Hudson, Maker, Cin. O.” Brown barrel, hammer, back lock, buttplate, trigger and triggerguard. Notched ferule and buckhorn rear barrel site. Walnut stock with ramrod and German silver escutcheons. This gun was probably shipped from Cincinnati down the Ohio River to Louisville and all points West. All metal has brown finish. Some pitting on top and scratches on barrel. Stock has a crack running from pewter tip just past the escutcheons. Stock also has some nicks and dings. Stock around the buttplate has an untouched black patina. Overall in good condition. $900 - $1,200

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842 Barnett Trade Musket .60 caliber smoothbore, 30.5” octagonal-to-round barrel. On the top flat is the tombstone with fox and EB. On the left flat is the crown with “V”; also forward is marked GP and a crown. Lockplate is marked in the rear in oval Barnett and dated 1828, tombstone with fox marking under the pan. Right side of buttstock is carved with a snake and colored with red ochre. Stock is ornamented with brass tacks and the red ochre has stained the wood blending in the stock. Rawhide repair forward of the lock. Buttplate was worn off. Three-screw serpent brass sideplate; large looped iron triggerguard. Lockplate, barrel, and triggerguard have untouched brown patina. Stock with untouched worn look with the buttplate worn off and the front of the stock broken off and shows use. Some of the tacks are missing. Entire rifle has the nice worn “Indian used” look. Ex Arnold Marcus Chernoff Collection $10,000 - $15,000



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843 Parker Field & Co. Trade Musket .60 caliber smooth bore, 33” octagonal-to-round barrel, crown and “P” marking on the left flat of barrel at breech also has crown and “V”. Lockplate marked Parker & Field and Co and dated 1855. Large loop iron triggerguard. Brass serpent three-screw sideplate. Underneath the sideplate, the initials JM have been carved in. Brass buttplate with five screws. Walnut stock with heavy tack decoration. The rear of stock displays several rows of iron tacks and mixing with brass tacks. The front of the stock is decorated with many rows of brass nails. The front end of the stock and barrel is wrapped with some iron wire. There are two rows of iron wire missing that was used as barrel bands. Down in the channel are two names stamped Berry and Porter; original flintlock. Barrel has been shortened during the period of use. Entire rifle has an untouched patina, including dark haloes around the tacks. The iron tacks have a nice patina that flowed onto the wood. The wood has a well-used look. Lock and barrel with untouched evenly blended look of brown patina. This is an outstanding Indian-used trade rifle. Ex Arnold Marcus Chernoff Collection $10,000 - $15,000

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844 British Barnett Percussion Rifle .577 caliber, 39” barrel, long range rear barrel sight. Three barrel bands. Lockplate marked Barnett London, with crown and tower markings in the rear of lockplate. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Barrel with grey-to-brown patina. Rear portion of the barrel behind the rear sight has some pitting and around the percussion bolster. Lockplate with a brown patina. Brass with untouched patina. Stock has some nicks and dings with a small piece of wood missing on the toe. $800 - $1,200

845 U.S. Model 1855 Springfield Rifled-Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel with V P and eagle on the left side at breech. Three-leaf rear barrel sight. Lockplate marked US Springfield and dated 1858. Iron patchbox. Walnut stock with three barrel bands. Barrel is grey with some pitting around the rear sight, percussion bolster and on the top of barrel. Lock and hammer are grey with salt and pepper pitting. Stock is fair to good with some nicks and dings. Bore will clean to good. $1,200 - $1,600

846 Model 1855 Springfield Rifled-Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel. Lockplate marked US Springfield and dated 1860. Iron patchbox, three barrel bands, walnut stock. Barrel is grey with pitting around the percussion nipple and bolster. Lockplate is pitted and on the hammer. Maynard tape primer cover is a replacement. Stock has a used look with some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

847 Civl War “Turner” Percussion Rifle .40 caliber, 31.25” octagonal barrel. Muzzle turned round for a loader. Markings on top of barrel “Schemann & Wirsing, Cin. O.” Owner’s name “F. Thielebein” on German silver stock plate behind triggerguard. Markings on left side of barrel “R” above markings “Hitchcock & Muzzy.” Hitchcock & Muzzy made barrels from Worcester, Ma. and Schemann & Wirsing of Cincinnati, OH more than likely assembled the gun. Has browning on all metal parts and stock retains original varnish. German silver escutcheons on stock with two browning ferules. Gun has original ramrod. Barrel contains 75% of brown finish and stock contains 93% of original finish. Retains the original distinctive ramrod and knob handle. This gun is exceptionally nice. Overall condition is very good. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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848 Confederate J.P. Murray Type 11 Mississippi Rifle .69 caliber, 33” barrel. “PRO., FCH” proof on left side of the barrel at the breech; unmarked lock. Walnut stock with original brass buttplate, original brass triggerguard. Carved initials “MC” on left side of the stock at the butt. Barrel has a deep brown patina with some pitting. Some dings in the top of barrel between the rear barrel sight and first band. Some pitting around the percussion bolster. Lock with deep dark brown patina and some pitting blending in. Original lock and hammer. Rear barrel sight is a old replacement made of brass. Forward part of the stock has been professionally replaced, and they used original Model 1841 rifle rear band and front band. Rear portion of the stock still retains a very nice undisturbed dark patina. Saber bayonet attachment is an original made of brass. A very rare Confederate rifle. $3,000 - $5,000

849 Model 1861 Rifled-Musket with Miller Alteration .58 RF caliber, 40” barrel. Lockplate dated 1863 and marked Parker Snow & Co, Meriden Conn. Top of breechblock marked WH & GW Miller Patent. Walnut stock. All metal has a brown patina. Stock has been cleaned and repaired. A piece of wood has been placed on the left side 0.5” by 7” just above the front sidelock screw running to the first band. Also a piece of wood has been replaced behind the hammer. $1,000 - $1,500

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850 Model 1861 Special Rifled-Musket .58 caliber, 40” round barrel. Dated 1863 on the top flat near breech; V P and eagle on the left flat at breech. Three-leaf rear barrel sight. Eagle on the bolster, lockplate marked US LG NY Windsor and dated 1863. Three barrel bands. Walnut stock. Excellent overall with the metal having been lightly cleaned. Rear sight still retains most of the blue. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. A excellent cartouche on the left flat of stock. Bore is very good. $3,000 - $4,000

851 Model 1863 Remington Zouave Rifle with Brass-Handled Saber Bayonet .58 caliber, 33” round barrel. V P, eagle marked at breech; on the left flat at breech marked Steel. Dated 1863 on the top of barrel. Three-leaf rear barrel sight. Brass patchbox, Brass bands, brass triggerguard. Lockplate marked Remington, Illion, NY and dated 1863. With brass-handled saber bayonet and scabbard. 90% of the original blue on the barrel just lightly thinning. Lockplate still retains most of the case colors just lightly muted. Brass with untouched patina. Stock is excellent with mint cartouches. $3,500 - $5,000



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852 British Enfield Bayonets and Leather Scabbards, Lot of Three British Enfield bayonets. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200

853 Lot of Nine Bayonets Lot includes: 4 U.S. Model 1855 bayonets; 2 British bayonets for Enfield musket and Martini Henry rifle; 3 French bayonets for Charleville; 1868 Chassepot; and 1 fencing bayonet. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200

854 Dahlgren Bowie Bayonet 12” blade, marked at the ricasso USN over DR over 1864. A large G G P anchor. On the reverse Ames, Mfg. Co. Chicopee Mass. Brass guard, pommel and backstrap. Nice DR cartouche in an oval on the top of the pommel. Walnut wood grip. Leather scabbard with brass tip and throat. Markings are crisp. Blade is excellent with some very minute staining. Leather scabbard is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

855 Confederate Cook Brass Saber Bayonet 22.5” Yataghan-style blade. The bore diameter .925. Brass handle with grip rings that go all the way around indicative of Cook & Brothers. Push button release is intact and free moving. Very good. $1,500 - $2,000 110


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856 Early Bowie Knife 9” spear point blade. Blade is marked in three lines V crown R, J. Wilson Browne, Sheffield. Brass guard, round wood handle with grooves. Early style blade with brass scabbard. Blade has a nice dark look with some pitting. Guard with nice dark untouched patina. Scabbard has some dents, but a very nice dark untouched patina. $2,000 - $3,000

857 Alligator-Handled Sheffield Bowie Knife 9” clip point blade. Curved German silver crossguard, silver ferule and ivory handle with carved alligator. Leather scabbard with silver tip and throat. Blade has been lightly cleaned. Some very light staining. Very rare carved ivory grip with alligator. Scabbard has some scuffing, but overall very good. $1,500 - $2,000


858 Rio Grande Camp Knife 9.75” spear point blade. Mark along the top edge Rio Grande camp knife, marked at the ricasso Wm. Jackson Sheaf Island Works, Sheffield. Stag handles with a German silver escutcheon, German silver guard. No scabbard. Blade has some pitting scattered throughout. Blade has been lightly cleaned. Handle is excellent. $1,500 - $2,000


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859 Bowie Knife Attributed to C. Congreve 9.75” clip point blade, 3.25” false edge, serration on the back edge. 14.75” overall length. German silver quillon, checkered ivory handles, German silver pommel of claim shell design. No scabbard. Marked Celebrated Hunting knife in a rectangle just under the serrated edge about 2” from the quillon. Maker’s name is not on knife. Ca 1830s. Blade has some black staining mixing with pitting. Lines are crisp. German silver with nice patina. Ivory is excellent. $6,000 - $8,000

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860 Large Confederate-Style Bowie Knife 20” reinforced blade, 1.625” width, S- shaped iron guard held by two large pinned-over metal rivets. Hickory wood handle. Blade and guard have nice even pitted look with some black patina. Handle shows use. $1,500 - $2,000

861 Chevaliers California Bowie Knife 9.75” clip point blade. Brass guard, curved stag handle with brass pommel. Leather sheath with brass tip and throat. Overall length 16”. Markings are very sharp and crisp. Blade has been sharpened and cleaned. Guard still retaining gilt finish. Brass pommel with tarnished look. Stag with nice patina. Leather sheath is excellent. $5,000 - $7,000



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862 Large Confederate-Style Bowie Knife 17” clip point blade, 21.25” overall. Burl walnut wood handle with pewter ferules. No guard. Blade has a dark patina mixing with some pitting. $1,000 - $1,500

863 Large Bowie Knife 17” clip point blade, 2” width. “S”-shaped iron cross guard. The handle is unusual in being three pieces of wood sandwiched together. Overall 24.5” length. Coffin-shaped pommel; handle is of dark oak. Blade is dark patina mixing with pitting. Handle shows use with two cracks, one on each side from the guard up through the second handle pin. Two large nicks in the blade, probably from use. $1,000 - $1,500

864 Butcher Sheffield Bowie Knife with Stag Handle 13.75” o.a.l., 8.5” blade with 3” false edge, brass crossguard, stag handle, partial ricasso marks “W” and a heart, “W B”, and “Sheff” (the rest is worn off, but probably “Sheffield”). Red painted number 32 on reverse ricasso. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

865 Schartinger and Steyr Bowie Knife 11.25” spear head blade, 16” overall length. Markings on blade “Schartinger Steyr.” Stag grips with steel tang. Knife is complete with leather sheath. Stag grips have slice right side near tang and very nice dark yellow-to-brown patina. Steel has salt and pepper pitting blending to patina. Leather sheath is very good. $1,000 - $1,500

866 Bowie Knife by C. Wragg, Sheaf Island Works, Sheffield 7” spear point blade, with etched panel in a banner A Sure Defence. German silver cutlery handle in floral designs. German silver guard. Embossed leather scabbard with SCW logo. Excellent condition. Some very tiny black stains. Etched panel is very good. Scabbard is good missing the silver tip. $1,000 - $1,500

867 Nineteenth Century English Bowie Knife by James Westa, Sheffield 7.375” blade, 12” o.a.l., German silver cutlery handle and crossguard, marked “O (star) A” on ricasso and “James Westa’ Sheffield” on the reverse ricasso. Leather scabbard with replaced throat and added belt clip. Very good condition with salt and pepper pitting on the blade. $400 - $600

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868 Early Plains-Made Bowie Knife by Clem 13” blade, 2” width, overall 20”, reinforced blade. Oak handle. According to our consignor this was made by Clem, saddle maker in Northeast Kansas Territory. Blade, tang and rivets have a nice balanced look with even dark patina. Handle with some scuffs and a very well-used look. These old American-made knives are very rare to come by. Used by hunters, skinners, blacksmiths, farmers. $1,000 - $2,000

869 Southwest Bowie Knife 16.75” reinforced blade with three grooves near the false edge, 20.25” overall length, horn handles. Blade and handles have a nice even well-used look with an even patina. Pitting on the blade. $1,000 - $1,500

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870 American Bowie Knife by W.C. Epperson 10.25” clip point blade; thick blade .380 at the hilt. Iron guard, rosewood handle with nickel ferule. Blade is marked top W.C. Epperson. Blade has nice tarnished look with some staining. Wood handle is excellent. Rare American maker. $5,000 - $7,000



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871 Large Bowie by W. R. Butcher 9” clip point blade with 4” false edge, 14” overall length, long clip point, Spanish notch. Blade is .250 thick. Etched on the blade in floral sprays and in a banner center of the blade on left side “Arkansas Toothpick,” marked on ricasso “W. (crown) R, W. Butcher, Sheffield”, in three lines, octagonal rosewood handle, flats lined with German silver with sprayed or flared pommel, German silver escutcheons on both sides with German silver nail head pins. German silver octagonal ferrule at German silver guard. Pommel sometimes referred to as “dogbone-style” pommel. Embossed leather scabbard with German silver throat and frog button, missing the tip. Circa 1830-1837. Blade is good with some light black staining mixing with light pitting. The panel of “Arkansas Toothpick” is visible and is surrounded by etched floral designs. Handle is excellent. German silver with nice untouched tarnished patina. Leather scabbard is in overall good condition. Overall the knife is excellent. This important knife is fresh to the market and consignor states it has been in the family for several generations. Ramsey Family $20,000 - $25,000 116


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872 Early American Bowie Knife 9.25” blade with a slight curve, 3.5” false edge. Wood handle with three rivets with pewter around where the guard would be. Guardless style. No scabbard. Entire knife has even wear with untouched patina. Circa 1825. Nice early knife. $1,500 - $2,500

873 Large Folding Knife by Joseph Hawksley 14” o.a.l., 6.5” blade with 2” false edge and marked “Joseph Hawksley.” 5.5” bone handles. German silver name plate on left handle with “A T Cushman.” Unusual locking system where liner above name plate slides forward and handles are rotated to lock in the open position. Very good. $1,200 - $1,600

874 American Bowie Knife 8.75” clip point blade with a 3.5” false edge, 14” overall length. No markings on knife, but similar to Buck Brothers. Brass guard with brass ferrule. Rosewood grips missing silver inlay. Knife is complete with leather sheath with brass tip and brass throat. Blade does show some scratches towards the tip and has salt and pepper staining. Brass guard, tip and throat of sheath show dark patina. Rosewood grips have nice finish, but missing silver inlay. The grips do have a few minor nicks, but are very sharp and crisp. Leather sheath has small tear on top and flaking on bottom. Overall condition is very good. $1,500 - $2,500

875 J.L. Putnam Bowie Knife 8.5” clip point blade, 2.5” false edge, 13.25” overall length. Markings on ricasso “J.L. Putnam” with an etching of a heart and knife. “S”-shaped steel cross guard. Ebony wood grips with German silver pommel and escutcheon plate. Complete with metal sheath with leather cover and brass tip and throat. Blade has minor salt and pepper pitting blending with patina. German silver pommel and escutcheon plate have a tarnished look. Crossguard has a dark untouched patina. Ebony handle has a crack running the entire length. Leather on sheath shows some crazing. Brass throat and tip have an untouched brown patina. Overall condition is very good. $1,500 - $2,500



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876 Dufilho New Orleans Folding Bowie Knife 9” blade, 19” overall length. Blade marking “Dufilho.” Alfred H. Dufilho, Sr. made quality knives in New Orleans for Confederate officers during the Civil War. Stag handles with German silver escutcheon with long back edge, curved blade. Iron mounted pommel with lockback. Stag handles show nice yellow-to-brown patina. All metal shows nice salt and pepper pitting blending to patina. Overall condition is very good. $5,000 - $7,000

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877 John Richardson Confederate Bowie Knife 7.75” clip point blade, engraved with a border design along the top edge of blade. Iron guard with engraved scrolls on the top and bottom. On the right side of blade is engraved John Richardson. Rosewood handle with iron pommel. One of the iron fittings was fired blued. General John Richardson’s career was from the time of the Revolutionary War. His son was Col. Richard Richardson. The Richardson’s married into the Cantey family of Camden, South Carolina. Both families had children that served in the military and it is possible that this knife is related to those descendants - a John Richardson III, of South Carolina who served in the Civil War according to family tradition. HDS lists seven men so-named, five enlisted men and two officers, who served in various state units, but with the limited information at hand it is impossible to ascertain which Richardson might have been the owner. Knife is in excellent condition. Very sharp and crisp engravings and markings and still retains some blue finish in the protected areas. No scabbard. $3,000 - $5,000 APRIL 30 - MAY 1, 2014 CINCINNATI, OHIO

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878 Bowie Knife by Crookes and Clark 7.5” clip point blade with a 3” false edge, 11.75” overall length. Marked on ricasso “Crookes & Clark”. Stag grips with steel tang. German silver shield on grips in between 1st and 2nd rivet. German silver quillon. Knife is complete with metal-covered leather sheath. Blade has a minor salt and pepper pitting at ricasso and back of blade. Stag horn grips have a natural patina going from yellow to dark brown. Crack on back side of handle going from one side of tang to other side. Metal sheath covered with leather is in good shape. Leather has some flaking. Overall condition is very good. $1,000 - $1,500

879 Plainsman Hunting Knife by W. Shuster, Dated 1868 6.75” drop point blade, 10.5” overall length. Marking on blade “W. Shuster.” Markings inlaid with pewter on grips. “DJP” on one side and on the reverse side is “1868.” Hickory wood grips and leather sheath. Pewter on grips has nice patina and wood grips have minor nicks. Blade has a dark gray to black patina. Shows signs of sharpening and use. Leather sheath is flaking and cracked. Overall condition is good. $1,000 - $1,500

880 Bowie Knife by L&T Woodcock 8” clipped point blade cipher blade with dogs chasing a deer with the words Buy Mc on the deer’s hip. Blade further reads American Hunting Knife and Of the Best Quality. Rosewood handle and red leather scabbard with brass throat and tip. Blade with numerous light abrasions. Brass has been polished, otherwise very good. $1,500 - $2,500 120


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881 Bowie Knife by James Rodgers 9” x 1.5” heavy spear point blade, overall 13.5”, 6” false edge. Marked on the blade near the ricasso James Rodgers, Celebrated, maker, Sheffield, deeply stamped in an oval cast steel bowie knife. German silver guard and lined with German silver; German silver pommel and two-piece rosewood grips with German silver escutcheons and pins. Embossed leather scabbard with German silver tip and throat. Blade has been sharpened long ago with some black staining mixed with some light pitting. Wood handle has two light cracks. Overall the knife is excellent, and would make a great addition to a Bowie knife collection. Ex Norm Flayderman Collection $5,000 - $7,500 APRIL 30 - MAY 1, 2014 CINCINNATI, OHIO

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882 Sheffield Bowie Knife 10” x 1.65” x .25” heavy blade length, 15.25” overall length. Marked “F. Barnes & Sons, Sheffield” on blade. Blade has rare parry notch originally forged into it with sharp false edge from notch to tip. Cast brass handle with horn scales. Only a few Bowie knives are known with this type of blade. Blade shows very fine salt and pepper pitting. Handle shows tiny repair to the horn at the corner of the lower obverse side. Very good overall. $2,500 - $3,000

883 Sheffield Bowie Knife 8.5” heavy blade with full tang and nicely scalloped top spine, 13” overall length with heavy German silver crossguard and having beautiful stag horn scales retained by four German silver pins. Marked “GEO. Wostenholm” over a large marked “I*X L” on the obverse ricasso. The blade etching is very faint but says “CALIFORNIA KNIFE” in large block letters. No scabbard present. This exact knife is pictured on page 91 of the book “Bowie Knives of the Ben Palmer Collection” by Palmer, Moran and Phillips (Philips Publ., 1992). The blade and crossguard show salt and pepper untouched patina. The stag horn scales show an untouched brown and dark yellow patina with a couple very minute hair line cracks. $1,500 - $2,500

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884 Sheffield Bowie Knife by J. Bunand 7” clip point blade with 3” false edge; 11” overall length. Marked on the ricasso “J. Bunard Sheffield.” Ivory handles with German silver escutcheon. German silver guard and pommel. Original leather scabbard with engraved silver throat and tip. Blade is gunmetal grey with some light black staining. Markings are excellent. Scabbard is excellent. Ivory grips with untouched dark yellow patina. $1,500 - $2,500

885 Reclining Lion Coffin Pommel Sheffield Bowie Knife by G. Woodhead 6.5” blade marked on the top of false edge G.Woodhead, 30 Howard St, Sheffield in three lines. Stag handle with German silver escutcheon, with German silver coffin pommel with reclining lion. Gold embossed leather scabbard with German silver tip and throat. Blade is gunmetal grey with some light black staining. Grips are excellent with nice patina. German silver mounts have nice tarnished look. Scabbard is very good. $2,500 - $4,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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886 Sheffield Bowie Knife by James Rodgers 7” clip point blade, with a small notch on the the back of blade. Marked in a oval cartouche along the top of the false edge is Cast Steel Bowie Knife.” German silver crossguard with German silver ferule, German silver escutcheon, German silver clam shell design pommel. Marked at the ricasso James Rodgers Celebrated Maker Sheffield. Checkered wood handle. Leather sheath. Blade is gunmetal grey with some light grey staining. Knife has been sharpened during the period of use. Scabbard is complete and shows some use. $2,000 - $3,000

887 Sheffield Bowie Knife by W&S Butcher with King’s Crown Pommel 8.75” curved clip point blade, with Spanish notch. Both sides of blade have etched panels. Silver guard, silver handle with piercings of floral designs and King’s crown pommel. Leather sheath with silver throat and band. Handle is excellent with nice untouched tarnished look. Blade is gunmetal grey with some dark staining and pitting. Leather sheath is missing the tip; only half of the scabbard is intact. $5,000 - $7,000 124


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888 Sheffield Bowie Knife by Slater Brothers 8.5” clip point blade with etched panel of eagle and American Hunting Knife. German silver guard and German silver handle with eagle and shield on both side and floral designs. Engraved German silver scabbard. Excellent. $2,500 - $4,000

889 Rare IXL Early Bowie Knife 8.5” clip point blade, marked 0.25” down from the top edge “Warranted of the best Quality;” on the ricasso it is marked IXL, V (crown) R. Also marked parallel with the ricasso in three lines: George Wostenholm & Son, Celebrated cast steel, Bowie Knife. Turned bone handle. No scabbard. Blade is a nice dark grey mixing with some light pitting. One side of the quillon is bent. Bone handle with nice untouched patina. A very rare early knife. $2,500 - $3,000



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890 Japanese Wakazashi by Settsuno Kami Tachibana Korehira, Edo Era 20” blade. Plain iron tsuba has been fitted to this tang, engraved crouching tiger fuchi and kachira. Iron and gold menukies. Light kizu from polishing. Excellent. Scabbard a later replacement. Property of the Zanesville Museum of Art, Zanesville, OH. Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund. $1,500 - $2,500

891 Japanese Wakazashi, Early Edo Era 18.5” fullered blade, pierced iron tsuba. Flying goose kachira, crescent moon fuchi. Iron and gold menukies. Brass habaki, with kogai in scabbard. Very good. Property of the Zanesville Museum of Art, Zanesville, OH. Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund. $1,500 - $2,500

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892 Japanese Katana Koto Period 24.75” blade length, 35.75” overall length. The blade is attributed to the Yamashiro school of the Koto (old sword) period. The nakago (tang) has no mei (signature), but has 3 mekugi-ana or holes in it indicating its greater age and that it has been mounted at least 3 times. It is equipped with both a kozuka (the gokatana blade is signed) and a kogai. The sami (rayskin) is a single piece indicating higher quality. The saya (scabbard) is equipped with a suspension mounting. The current mountings are attributed to the late Edo period. The sageo (cord) is original to the sword. This sword was brought to the US from Japan in 1899. The blade has a few blemishes but the ha (edge) and kissaki (point) are fine. The tape on the tsuka (handle) has been restored and the menuki (ornaments) are contemporary replacements. Overall condition is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

893 Kilij-style Mamaluke Saber with Yelman-Ssyle Blade with Docs 32” blade, 37” overall length. The top scabbard mount is marked “BRUNN - Charing Crofts” (London - this is the exact spelling used on his advertising broadside), in the recess for the crossguard vertical extension. Samuel Brunn was a “Sword Cutler and Gun Maker to their Royal Highnesses, the Prince of Whales, Dukes of Clarence and Cambridge, Army, Navy, etc.” per his advertising broadside 1800-1811. The black leather scabbard has 2 brass carrying rings as well as brass engraved tip, engraved brass band with carrying ring and engraved brass throat that is slotted for guard to fit in. Has ivory grips. The ivory grip has a mellow patina with a few hair-line cracks. The hilt and scabbard mounts retain 75% of gold wash. The black leather scabbard is in good condition however has been re-enforced on the back side where the stitching was weak. $1,200 - $1,800 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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894 1st Model Henry Rifle Used by Sgt. A.C. Holmes, Co. G, 10th West Virginia Infantry .44 RF caliber, 24.5” barrel, S/N 2352. Early style barrel markings, 900-yard rear barrel sight. Right side of frame has E.C.M. scratched into the brass frame. On the left side of frame is scratched B.H.H. Original sling ring still in the front retainer. All screws and stock have matching numbers. “Perch belly” walnut stock. Right side of walnut stock has the name A. C. Holmes scratched into the stock. This rifle is well documented by Wiley Sword who makes reference to Serial No. 2352 on p.80 of History of the Henry Rifle, 2006 as belonging to A.C. Holmes (scratched on stock.) Interestingly, Sword refers to another Henry rifle on p. 83 inscribed “A.C. Holmes/10th W. Va. Inf. Vols.” without any serial number. Accompanying the gun is a copy of History of the Henry Rifle by Sword and Sgt. Holmes’ military and pension records from the National Archives. Alfred C. Holmes (1834-1910) was twenty-five when he enlisted in Co. G, 10th West Virginia Inf. on March 12, 1862 at Glenville, Virginia as Private. Upon mustering in on May 6 he was advanced to Corporal, and was later appointed Sergeant on September 1, 1862. Holmes was “present” with the company for the duration of its service mustering out as Sergeant at Richmond on May 6, 1865. The 10th West Virginia participated in over 40 engagements—scouts, skirmishes and expeditions—during its term of service variously attached to the 8th Corps, the Department of West Virginia, and the 24th Corps, Army of the James. The regiment was later equipped as

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mounted infantry with their rapid-fire Henry Rifles and were particularly heavily engaged in the Shenandoah Valley, seeing action at Opequan, Winchester, Fisher’s Hill, and Cedar Creek during the tempestuous August to October 1864 period. Towards the end of the war the regiment suffered a grueling winter the trenches before Petersburg, emerging to take part in the successful assault on the city and the subsequent whirlwind Appomattox Campaign and pursuit of Lee. The 10th West Virginia remained on garrison duty in Richmond until mustering out August 9, 1865 having lost 95 officers and men killed and wounded during the war. Sergeant Homes pension papers show that he applied for relief while living in West Union, W. Virginia in July 1890 claiming a war-related injury to his left breast plus a multitude of other physical complaints—rheumatism, heart trouble, disease of the throat and cataracts. He claim was initially approved but the monthly allotment was adjusted and reduced the next year. He sought re-instatement of the “illegal decrease” and then petitioned for increases in 1899, 1905 and 1909—all approved “due to advancing age of the veteran.” Alfred C. Holmes died on November 10, 1910. Barrel is a nice untouched brown with good sharp edges. Barrel with sharp address and serial numbers. Brass with deep mustard patina. Bore is good and will clean to better. Hammer screw and lever screw are replacements. $30,000 - $40,000


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895 First Model Martially Marked Henry Rifle .44 RF caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 3770. Right side of frame marked with two H H and forward of that on the barrel is marked C.G.C. with an H under the first C. Second type barrel markings, walnut stock with a cartouche on the right side of the wrist. Still has the early “perch belly” stock. Correct rounded buttplate. Rear barrel sight is missing. Barrel is smooth, sharp with nice untouched brown patina and traces of blue finish. Brass with dark untouched patina and haloes of grease around the screw heads. Bore is excellent. Stock has some nicks and dings. Stock has a visible cartouche on the right wrist. This is an excellent primary issued martial arm and very rare to find one for sale. This rifle was in the possession of a consignor and was in a closet for few generations. It is fresh to the market. $20,000 - $30,000

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896 First Model Henry Rifle .44 RF caliber, 24.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 2206. Early-style barrel markings, 900-yard rear sight; German silver front blade sight. Dove-tail for rear sight both on the barrel and on the frame. Sling swivels. Early “perch belly” varnished walnut stock with rounded brass butt plate. Original hickory steel jointed cleaning rods. Blued barrel, case colored hammer, blue lever. This rifle was in Butterfield & Butterfield’s sale 1991 (Bob Howard Sale) and was lot 2573. This rifle was unused and stored. Brass is untouched with the most beautiful patina, dried grease turning to a brown shellac and outlining the side plate lines and haloes of dried grease around all of the screws. The crystallization on the brass frame and buttplate are uniform and display a absolute mint look. Barrel retains a strong 90% of the original blue finish with some dried grease staining. Rear barrel sight retains all of the original

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blue finish just slightly fading. All of the screws have original blue finish. Hammer retains most of the case colors with some dried grease. Blue finish on the lever is thinning and turning plum with bright blue in the protected areas of the lever on the inside. Sling swivel has most of the original blue finish with dried grease over the surface. The breech bolt displays all of the original bright vivid blue finish with dried grease. Bore is mint and the inside displays a “never fired” look. Buttstock retains all of the original varnished finish with some storage dings. This Henry rifle undoubtedly is in the top five Henry plain rifles to come to the market in recent years. Cowan’s has had the opportunity to handle three of the top five. Jack Lewis Sr, Charles Fritz, Jack Lewis Jr, Bob Howard, Butterfield Auction Co to present. $100,000 - $150,000


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897 First Model Springfield Officer’s Rifle 45-70 caliber, 26” round barrel with small V P and eagle, indicating production between 1876-1877. Square shoulder breech block and square shoulder receiver. Correct rear barrel with graduations on the right side 1-4 and a small 50 on the right side; leaf is graduated to 12. Large U on the barrel band and engraved on top of band. Single set triggerguard. Engraving on the top of receiver, breechblock engraved and marked Model 1873 with eagle and crossed arrows. Engraved on tang, engraved lock and hammer. Engraved triggerguard, engraved top of buttplate and engraved white metal fore end tip. Checkered walnut stock. Lockplate marked with US Springfield, 1873 and Eagle. Rear tang sight is an old reproduction. Front folding globe is correct. This is a very nice old first type officer’s rifle showing use. All metal has a nice even worn look. Stock blends well with the metal. Ramrod is a replacement. $6,000 - $9,000

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898 Springfield Model 1870 Rifle .50-70 caliber, 32.5” round barrel. Breechblock marked 1870, eagle, crossed arrows and US. Lockplate marked US, Springfield and eagle and dated 1864 in the rear. Walnut stock. Very good, bore has a burnished bright look. Breechblock and receiver have a pasty blue look. Lock and hammer with brown patina. Stock shows use with some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

899 Springfield Model 1886 XC Carbine .45-70 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 335492. Full walnut stock, one barrel band; rear Buffington sight marked XC. Bent swivels; grooved trigger. All parts have an evenly matching patina. Bore is excellent. Stock has some nicks and dings. $1,500 - $2,500

900 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle Model 1889 Ramrod Bayonet 45-70 caliber, 32.5” round barrel with large V P and eagle, S/N 529467. Buffington rear barrel sight; hood front sight. Original leather sling. Walnut stock. Barrel retains 97% of the original blue finish. Breechblock and tang retain 99% of the original case colors. Lockplate and hammer retain 98% of the blue finish. Stock is mint with untouched open-grained look and a mint SWP/1892 cartouche. $1,000 - $1,500

901 Model 1879 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle 45-70 caliber, 32.5” round barrel with large VP and eagle, S/N 252592. 1879 rear barrel sight, with the later ‘89 hood over the front sight. Original leather sling. Walnut stock. Barrel still retains 95% of the original blue finish some turning plum. Breechblock and tang have all of the original case colors just lightly turning dark. Lock and hammer retain all of the original blue finish. Stock is mint with nice open-grained look and a mint SWP/1883 cartouche. Bore is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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902 Model 1866 Springfield 2nd Allen Rifle .50-70 caliber, 40” barrel. Breechblock marked 1866 with eagle. Two-leaf rear barrel sight. Three barrel bands; walnut stock. Barrel with burnished bright finish with some pitting mixing in. Breechblock still retains most of the original blackened finish. Hammer and lockplate still retain most of the original case color finish, just slightly darkening. Stock with mint and crisp line and a mint cartouche. $1,500 - $2,500

903 Model 1884 Springfield Cadet Trapdoor Rifle 45-70 caliber, 29.5” round barrel with large V P and eagle, S/N 493577. Walnut stock. Most of the metal has faded to a plum. Stock with some nicks and dings. Bore is fair, would clean to better. $1,000 - $1,500

904 Model 1880 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle TRB 45-70 caliber, 32.5” round barrel with large V P and eagle, S/N 375797. With sliding triangular bayonet. Walnut stock. This rifle was probably assembled by the arsenal for surplus sales which explains why it is out of the serial range for the TRB’s. Barrel still retains much of the original blue finish. Breechblock and tang still retain some of the original case colors. Stock has some nicks and dings. Interesting variant in collecting SA rifles. $1,000 - $1,500

905 Model 1867 Springfield Cadet Rifle 50-70 caliber, 33” round barrel with eagle marked on the left side of breech, top of breech marked 1866 (eagle). Lockplate dated 1867 in the rear. Correct two-leaf rear barrel sight. Correct very rare ramrod with large cannelure head and four grooves cut in the bottom for patches; also comes to within a .25” of the walnut stock. Barrel and action are grey-to-brown mixing with some pitting. Lockplate and hammer are a nice dark brown. Stock is excellent for an 1867 Cadet with some nicks and dings. Bore will clean to better. One of the great rarities of collecting martial arms. $2,000 - $3,000 136



906 Model 1868 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle 50-70 caliber, 32.5” round barrel, S/N 22958. 1869 dated breechblock, Walnut stock with two barrel bands. Later 1880s leather rifle sling. All metal has an even flow of brown patina with sharp and crisp lines. Lockplate and hammer have an even speckling of stains with dim, but readable, markings. Bore has sharp rifling with some light pitting. Stock is excellent with sharp lines and four crisp cartouches and firing proof behind the triggerguard, A large block “L”. Stock has some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500

907 Model 1863 Rifled-Musket with Needham Conversion .58 RF caliber, 40” barrel. Lockplate dated 1864 and marked Bridesburg. Three-leaf rear barrel sight; three barrel bands; walnut stock. Barrel and breechblock with a dark brown patina. Lockplate and hammer with grey-to-brown patina and some staining mixing in. Stock shows use with some nicks and dings, and has been lightly cleaned. $800 - $1,200

908 Remington Rolling Block Target Rifle by I. J.Case Norwich New York .45-100 caliber, 32.5” octagonal barrel with false muzzle, 1.125” across the flats. Marked underneath the forearm I.J.Case, Norwich New York. Long-range rear tang sight. Walnut buttstock and forearm; brass butt plate. Two holes on the comb of stock for a heel tang sight. I.J. Case is listed in Norwich New York as a maker of percussion target rifles. Comes with dies, mold and dies to make the bullets. See page 54 of American Gunsmiths by Frank Sellers. All metal is sharp and crisp with nice patina. Bore is excellent. Wood is good with some nicks and dings. $2,500 - $3,500



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909 Model 1889 Springfield Trapdoor Ramrod Bayonet Rifle .45-70 caliber, 32.5” round barrel, S/N 550879. Breechblock dated 1884. Stock cartouche SWP/1892, “P” with circle behind triggerguard. Buffington rear sight with grooved trigger. Large V P eagle markings near the breech; also has large “A.” Has a metal pistol grip that has been on the rifle a long time. Has correct leather sling. Also has unit markings carved into the right side of stock. Barrel retains all of the original blue. Breechblock has all of the case colors just lightly fading. Lock and hammer still retain 80% of the original blue finish. Bore is good to excellent. Overall excellent rifle. $1,000 - $1,500

910 Springfield Altered Spencer Carbine to Rifle .50 caliber, 32.5” round barrel, S/N 18377. Model 1870 rifle rear barrel sight, two barrel bands, single shoulder ramrod. Walnut stock and forearm. Barrel retains 40% of the original blue finish with the rest just slightly turning plum. Frame and lock still retain some case colors in the protected areas with the rest an untouched sharp grey look. Stock and forearm are excellent with some nicks and dings; a very nice ESA cartouche in an oval. $1,500 - $2,500

911 Springfield Model 1866 2nd Allen Rifle .50-70 caliber, 40” barrel, Marked on the top of breech 1866 with eagle. Lockplate marked with eagle and U.S. Springfield. Walnut stock with crisp inspector’s cartouche HSH complete with proper 50-70 Bayonet and scabbard. Also 3rd type Indian War Service Metal and ribbon. Barrel still retains all of the original burnished bright finish with some staining cause from dried Cosmolene. Rear three-leaf sight retains all of the original black finish. Breechblock retains 98% of the original black finish. Behind the breechblock on the left side of breech is the mint eagle mark. Lock and hammer still retain all of the bright case harden colors. Stock is mint with some minor scratches, still retaining the excellent open-grained look with mint cartouche. Bayonet is excellent with excellent scabbard. Metal is excellent. Overall this firearm is in untouched original condition. $2,000 - $3,000 138



912 Model 1866 Springfield 2nd Allen Rifle .50-70 caliber, 40” barrel. Breechblock marked and an eagle. Lockplate dated 1864 with eagle and marked US Springfield. Walnut stock with three barrel bands. Correct single-eye leather sling. This is a very crisp ‘66 rifle with nice blue on the breechblock and the rest is sharp and crisp with mottled grey look. Stock with nice cartouche “HTH” and large “N” behind triggerguard. Excellent bore. $1,000 - $1,200

913 Model 1865 First Allen Springfield Rifle .58 RF caliber, 40” barrel. Three barrel bands, swelled trumpet head ramrod. Walnut stock. Barrel has been cleaned to bright with some pitting on the top of barrel. Breechblock has a dark brown patina. Walnut stock has been cleaned; still retains remnants of two cartouches. Has a piece of wood missing from the front of lock. $1,000 - $1,500

914 Model 1879 Springfield Trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine .45-.70 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 176221*. Sideplate marked “US Springfield” with eagle. M79 rear carbine site. Breech lock marked “US Model 1873.” Walnut stock. No cleaning rod in butt. Overall condition is very good with good bore. Stock has nicks and dings with a readable cartouche “SWP 1882” and a circle “P” firing proof behind triggerguard. This carbine has a very nice established look to it. $1,500 - $2,000



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915 Uncommon Group of Campaign Medals Belonging to Lt. Col. Francis B. Jones, USA An outstanding campaign group of three medals comprising Indian Wars, First Type Campaign Medal No.141 (adopted GO 12, 1907), Army Philippine Campaign Medal No.268 (GO 5, 1905), and Army Spanish War Medal No.158 (GO 5, 1905), all verified to Lt. Colonel Francis B. Jones who retired in April 1904 as Chief Quartermaster after nearly forty-two years of service. All three medals are in their original numbered box of issue. Also with the medal group are a number of related items including a Fourth of July celebration red/white/blue ribbon with period eagle at top that reads, “Fourth of July/Tientsin, China.” Eight numbered crossed rifles. Twelve Indian War eagle I buttons, ribbon bars, parade dress ribbons, rank insignia, and assorted papers, including a hotel bill for the Astor Hotel in Tientsin, China. Francis Bacon Jones (1837-1921) first entered the army in August 1862 at 1st Lieut., 149th Pa. Inf. During his lengthy Civil War service he was wounded twice, at Gettysburg (gunshot wound left leg) and Laurel Hill (gunshot wound right leg), mustering out as Capt. in April 1865. He then briefly served as Lt. Col. of the late war 215th Pa. until July 1865. Jones applied for a commission in the Regular Army and joined as 2nd Lieut., 19th Inf. in May 1866, later transferring to the 37th Inf. with a promotion to 1st Lieut. 140


in July 1868. During the height of the Indian Wars, Lieut. Jones was assigned to the 3rd Inf. from August 1869 and attained the rank of Capt., AQM in April 1885 after sixteen years. He was promoted to Major, QM in October 1897. With the advent of the Spanish-American War, Jones was advanced to Lieut. Col. of Volunteers, Chief QM in May 1898. He was assigned to duty as Superintendent of the Army Transport Service at New York from January 1899 to August 1900 charged with government funds for fitting out emergency army transport vessels while simultaneously letting contracts, supervising, and paying local contractors. A subsequent government audit alleged certain irregularities in December 1902 and July 1903 which were formally referred to the Federal District Court by the Secretary of the Treasury for adjudication. Finally in November 1906, Lt. Colonel Jones was formally absolved of any deliberate wrong doing, although certain errors of omission were noted in the official transcript. Meanwhile, Lt. Colonel Jones had retired by statute in Oct. 1901 but seems to have temporarily retained his “active” status during the initial legal proceedings. Jones was then formally entered on the retired list at Lt. Col., RA in April 1904. A member of the New York Commandery of MOLLUS, Lt. Col. Jones died at Daytona Beach, Florida on December 22, 1921. His New York Times obituary states that he was buried with military honors in the Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Brooklyn. Good to very good. $3,000 - $5,000


916 Pattern 1881 Officer’s Dress Cavalry Plume Helmet ID’d to Lt. Francis H. Beach Two-piece gilt brass eagle plate with shield and crossed sabers. Front of shield has a number “7” indicating 7th US Cavalry. Pattern 1887 darker yellow plume. Gold bullion cords. Leather and brass chain link chin strap. Inside lined in a maroon satin lining. Marked on the inside of the visor Beach in ink. Per Heitman, Francis Henry Beach was West Point, graduating July 1883, ranked 37th. Commissioned 2nd Lieut., 1st Cavalry 6/12/87; 2nd Lieut.,transferred to 6th Cavalry 10/5/87; promoted 1st Lieut. 1/24/95, transferred to 7th Cavalry; promoted Capt. 2/2/01. He served in the Philippines and in France with the AEF during the First War. See below for details of subsequent service. 3210. (Born N. Y.). FRANCIS H. BEACH (Ap’d N. Y.)..37 (Francis Henry Beach, Born April 4, 1864.) Military History.— Captain, 7th Cavalry, Feb. 2, 1901. At Fort Riley, Kans., July 24, 1907, to April 26, 1910; on detached service at Rock Island Arsenal, 111., to Jan. 25, 1911, when he returned to Fort Riley; en route to Philippines, Feb. 4 to March 2, 1911; in Philippines to (Major, 7th Cavalry, June 13, 1911) (Transferred to 3d Cavalry, Jan. 1, 1914) Feb. 15, 1914. when he left for U. S.: reported at Hdqrs. 3rd Cavalry and assigned to 3rd Squadron, Fort Ringgold, Texas; at Washington, D. C, student officer at Army War College. Aug. 16, 1914, to June 30, 1915; at Fort Riley. Kans., student officer at School of Equitation, Sept. 15 to Dec. 15, 1915; with regiment on border to (Lieut. Col., 3rd Cavalry, JULY 1, 1916) (Colonel, 3rd Cavalry, July 12, 1916) Feb. 26, 1917; on mustering duty with National Guard, Feb. 26 to May 2, 1917; at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, May 2 to Oct. 10, 1917; en route to France, Oct. 10 to Nov. 11, 1917; at Remount Depot, Bourbonneles-Bains, Nov. 11, 1917, to April 20, 1918; at Nevers, commanding Base of Supplies, April 20 to July 6; at Cherbourg, France, commanding Port, July 6 to Dec. 3, 1918, attached to Hdqrs. Embarkation Area, Le Mans, Dec. 3, 1918, to Jan. 3, 1919; commanding 166th Brigade. Jan. 3 to 25, 1919; returned to New York with Brigade, arriving Jan. 21, 1919, and proceeded with it to Camp Sherman, Ohio; at Camp Sherman, commanding 158th Depot Brigade, March 5 to April 28, 1919; at Walter Reed General Hospital, D. C, to July 3; on sick leave to Dec. 31, 1919: at Hdqrs. Southern Department, to Jan. 24, 1920; at Walter Reed Hospital, D. C, to Feb. 24, 1920. Colonel, U. S. A., Retired, Feb. 24, 1920, at his own request, after over 36 years’ service. Excellent condition with all of Lt Beach’s history from NARA. $2,000 - $3,000



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917 Indian Wars Hunting Knife and Trowel Bayonet Lot Model 1880 hunting knife has an 8.5” fullered blade, brass crossguard marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” and serial numbered, and ribbed oak grip. Second type black leather and brass scabbard arsenal altered in the 1890s with a brass belt hook. Model 1873 trowel bayonet has a 10” spade blade and knurled lines on the socket, complete with wood handle insert. Complete with black leather scabbard with belt loop and brass “US” swivel. Hunting knife grip has a chip on the pommel. Has oxidation on the brass fittings of the trowel bayonet scabbard $800 - $1,000 918 Indian Wars Indiana National Guard Colonel’s Uniform with Chapeau and More Lot includes Indian Wars Colonel’s frock coat, belt, pair of white gloves, two sets shoulder boards - Major and Colonels and fore-and-aft-style - with Hardee device chapeau with black plumes. Very good. $1,000 - $1,500

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919 Smith & Wesson Model 1-1/2 Revolver First Model .32 RF caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 8514. Blued finish with rosewood grips. Revolver retains a strong 90% of the bright original blue finish, a small streak through the cylinder stops. Grips are excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

920 Remington Vest Pocket Derringer .22 caliber, 3.25” barrel length, S/N 12890. Marked “Remingtons Ilion NY, Patent Oct .1.1861.” Original blue finish with rosewood grips. Rare acid-factory etched and engraved frame. Retains 30% original bright blue overall thinning to a nice plum. Hammer with 50% of original blue. Markings are very sharp and crisp. Original rosewood grips. Etched panel engraved Remingtons are very rare and seldom come up for sale. $2,250 - $2,750

921 Colt Presentation Open-Top Revolver .22 caliber, 2.375” barrel, S/N 96928. Nickel finish with gold washed cylinder, ivory grips with inscription “From Joseph to James.” Very good condition with a very good bore. It retains ca 98% nickel finish, ca 95% thinning gold wash on the cylinder, and ca 75% hammer blue. The grips are excellent with a tight age crack on the left panel at the escutcheon. $1,000 - $1,500 922 Hopkins & Allen IXL No. 4 Single Action Revolver with Rare 1” Barrel .38 S&W caliber, 1” barrel, S/N 385. Blue finish, case colored hammer. Walnut grips. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 30% original blue finish and ca 50% case colors on the hammer. The grips rate excellent and are numbered in pencil to the gun. There is a social security number and other numbers on the frame under the grips from an electric pencil. $800 - $1,200 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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923 Plant’s Mfg. Co. Front-Loading “Army” Model Third Model Revolver .42 caliber cup primed, 6” octagonal and ribbed barrel, S/N 6399. Blue barrel and cylinder. Brass engraved and nickel frame. Rosewood grips. Very good condition with a near excellent bore. It retains ca 10% of the original nickel finish and ca 75% original blue finish with high edge wear and some thinning. The butt of the gun has several small dings from being used as a hammer. The grips are very good. $3,000 - $5,000

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924 Rare American Target Pistol by A.G. Genez, New York .22 caliber, 8.5” octagonal barrel. Marked on the top flat A.G. Genez New York. Blued barrel with notched rear sight and front target blade. Engraved border on the tang and back of hammer which acts as the breech as well. Single-set trigger. Fluted walnut stock. Barrel retains 90% of the Bright original blue finish, just slightly fading. Stock is excellent retaining all of the original varnished finish. Bore is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

925 Percussion Under-hammer Pistol By J. Chase .34 caliber, 11” octagonal-to-round barrel. Engraved tang, marked on the top of barrel Cast Steel; on the left flat J. Chase. Percussion underhammer wrapped around the triggerguard. Brass furniture. Engraved buttcap with bird dog and bird. Walnut stock with double wedge. The rarity of this pistol is discussed on pages 62 & 63 as well as 106 & 107 of Underhammer Guns by Herschel Logan. A copy of the book accompanies the pistol. Barrel is sharp and crisp with a grey-to-brown look. Stock is good with two small slivers of wood missing on both sides of the barrel, hardly noticeable. Pistol overall is very good. $1,800 - $2,500

926 Colt 1878 Double Action .44-40 caliber, 7.5” round barrel, S/N 24248. Left side of barrel marked Colt Frontier Six Shooter. Left flat of triggerguard marked 44 cal. Nickel finish, replacement grips. Edges are very sharp, frame and barrel retaining 40% of the nickel finish. Cylinder retains 75% of the original nickel finish. Trigger and hammer still retain traces of the original blue finish. Grips are replacements. Bore will clean to better. $1,000 - $1,500


927 Antique Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 LC caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 90543. Nickel finish, hard rubber grips. Matching numbers, 1883 date of mfg. Very good condition with a good+ bore. It retains traces of the original nickel finish and the grips are well worn. The cylinder retaining pin screw is an oversized replacement and the last hammer notch is worn off. $2,000 - $3,000 APRIL 30 - MAY 1, 2014 CINCINNATI, OHIO

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928 Hartley & Graham Engraved Black Powder Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel with single line address, S/N 85843. Three-line patent date on the left frame, caliber markings on the forward part of triggerguard. Nickel finish with blued screws, blued trigger. Engraving o the front and rear of barrel, frame cylinder backstrap and triggerguard. Two-piece pearl grips. Factory letter states: 85843 Caliber .45 Barrel Length: Not listed Finish: Soft Type of Stocks: Not listed Shipped to: Harley and Graham, New York, NY Date of Shipment: December 5, 1882 Guns in Shipment 6. This revolver was shipped in the soft to be engraved by H&G. Revolver is very sharp and crisp with some of the original nickel finish just thinned and lightly cleaned. Nice crisp looking engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver. $15,000 - $20,000 Details



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929 Colt Model 1878 Double-Action Revolver with Leather Holster and Belt .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel, S/N 12201. Carved ivory grips with long horn; nickel finish with blued screws, back of hammer, trigger, and cylinder pin (all blued). Ivory grips are original to revolver as evidenced by the last three digits of the serial number inked on both grips and the way the escutcheon is set in the grip with the carving. Stocks are not listed in factory letter. Original period leather holster and belt that the revolver was carried in. Our consignor states her great-grandfather carried this revolver in the holster all over the state of Montana. Barrel retains 98% of the original nickel finish. Ejector and tube retaining 98% of the original nickel finish. Frame retains 98% of the original nickel finish with some light freckling on the inside of the grip strap. Cylinder retains 85% of the original nickel finish with some light freckling. All of the screw heads retain all of the original blue finish with a nice yellow grease halo around the screws. Hammer and trigger retain all of the original blue finish. Grips are excellent with a nice untouched patina. A small old age crack down from one of the long horns. Holster and belt still in excellent condition with a nice outline of the revolver. $3,500 - $5,000


930 Smith & Wesson First Model .44 Double-Action Revolver .44 Russian caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 17251. Nickel finish, black hard rubber grips, stamped “10.46” on the frame under left grip. Excellent condition with a good to very good bore. This gun has been refinished by the factory, the date is inside the left grip frame, “10. 46,” and has ca 99% of the finish remaining. The bore has some light pitting throughout, but has strong lands and grooves. The grips are good except the right panel is chipped and poorly repaired at the bottom. 44 DA in 4” barrel length are very rare. $800 - $1,200

931 Brooklyn Arms Co. Revolver .32 RF caliber, 3” barrel, S/N 25. Brass frame, walnut grips; Slocum’s Patent sliding sleeve cylinder. Very good condition with a very good bore. $800 - $1,200

933 Whitney Arms Navy Conversion Revolver .38 RF caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 55. Top of barrel marked E. Whitney N. Haven. Converted from percussion to rimfire. Brass triggerguard, walnut grips. Barrel, cylinder and frame have sharp lines and a dark brown patina. Grips with original varnish and some nicks and dings. $1,000 - $1,500


932 Sharps Model 4D Pistol .30 RF caliber, 3” barrels, S/N 13742. Marked on the left side of frame C. Sharps Patent, Jan 25,1859. Blued barrels and blued frame with rosewood grips. Barrels retain 40% of the original bright blue finish, the rest is flaking. Frame is sharp and crisp with traces of finish. Grips are excellent. $800 - $1,200

934 Smith & Wesson Model 2 Old Model .32 RF caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 20636. Blue finish, rosewood grips. Very good condition with a very good bore. It retains ca 70+% original blue finish mixed with some brown patina. The grips are excellent with only light wear to the high edges and the gun is mechanically excellent. This is a very nice Civil War era revolver. $1,500 - $2,000


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935 *Pair Of Colt Factory Engraved Single Action Army Revolvers 1) .45 LC caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N SA71705. Nickel finish, black powder frame, ivory grips with Colt medallions. Colt 150th anniversary sampler engraving by master engraver John Adams. Box and papers. 2) .45 LC caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N SA71853. Nickel finish, black powder frame, ivory steer’s head grips with Colt medallions. Colt 150th anniversary sampler engraving. Box and papers. Plus oak Colt two-gun display case with red velvet interior, leather gun belt and two Ghost Rider open top holsters. These guns are accompanied by factory letters which state: “Remarks: The above mentioned firearm has the following special features: Type “B” scroll engraving in “Henshaw” on the bottom of the backstrap and on the trigger guard bow, “Nimschke” on the cylinder, “Helfricht” on the frame, and “Contemporary on the barrel and ejector rod housing. The 150th Rampant Cot logo is linecut engraved on top of the backstrap in script style.” Both were shipped to Southern Ohio Gun Dist. in Lebanon, Ohio on August 26, 1990. New-in-the-box condition. $10,000 - $15,000

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936 Colt SAA 2nd Generation Revolver with Factory Letter .38 spl. caliber, 5.5” barrel, S/N 14282SA. Blue/case color finish, laminated wood aftermarket grips, 1957 date of mfg. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 95% barrel blue, 75% thinning cylinder blue, and ca 25% original blue on the gripstraps. The frame retains nearly all of the original thinning case colors. The replacement grips are near excellent, but the left panel has a small sliver missing at the bottom. $1,500 - $2,000

937 Webley Army “WG” Model Double-Action Revolver .455 caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 7403. Blue finish. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 60% original blue finish turning brown. The grips and bore are excellent. $800 - $1,200

938 Belgian Frontier Army Copy of a S&W Frontier Revolver .44-40 caliber, 5.375” barrel, S/N 9857. Fair condition. $200 - $400 939 Colt Single Action Army US Marked .45 LC caliber, 6.5” barrel, S/N 94570. Walnut grip with initials “CFW” carved in left side, U.S. marked, added front sight. Good condition with a rusty bore. Someone has drilled a small detent on both sides of the frame and a small notch in the front of the frame. $1,500 - $2,500 152


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940 Colt New Pocket DA Revolver Inscribed To Lieut. Philip E. Reville, 69th N.Y. USV .32 caliber, 2.5” barrel, S/N 5389. Blued finish with factory ivory grips. Engraved on the backstrap: Lieut Phillip E. Reville, June 27th 1898, 69th N.Y. U.S.V. Comes with a machete, original period holster for the revolver, and a large photograph of Lieut. Reville in uniform with a Model 1902 sword. Lieut. Philip E. Reville was a recent addition to Co. F., 69th Regt. NYNG when the unit was federalized for service during the Spanish American War. Of Civil War repute, the predominantly Irish 69th was mustered in May 1898 with twelve companies and ordered to camp at Chickamauga, Tenn. and thence to Florida where it was assigned to the 4rd Corps staging for overseas duty in Cuba. Following a typhoid fever epidemic the brigade was relocated to Fort Wheeler, Alabama and remained there for the duration of its service never having seen any combat. Reville had joined the 22nd Regt. NYNG in 1890 as a private and worked his was up the rank to sergeant in 1894 before being discharged in 1896. The experienced guardsman was commissioned 2nd Lieut., Co. F., 69th NYNG on April 30, 1898 and 1st Lieut. on May 19, 1898. He was still serving with the regiment as Captain, Co. D. as late as 1901. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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941 Indian-Used “Condemned” Colt Draper Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 32293. Above the serial number on the frame is a “C” for “condemned.” Above that is LD for Lewis Draper. Also has the “C” behind the ejector stud. Barrel number just to the left of the cylinder pin matches. All numbers match including the cylinder with inspector’s initials JTC. Two-line patent markings on the frame. Single-line barrel address with no hyphens. Nickel finish with walnut grips. Walnut grips have some steel studs on the left grip and one in the center of the right grip. These condemned revolvers were sold by Colt to H.D. Folsom for commercial use. Indians would capture them and use them until they would not function. This revolver was used by the late Arnold Marcus Cheroff in a display for the Ohio Gun Collectors, titled Guns of the Little Bighorn. Pictured on page 32 Of the new book Ohio Gun Collectors: The First 75 Years by Thomas D. Schiffer. This revolver is very consisted with an Indian-used revolver. The ejector housing is missing, barrel is well worn. Dark brown patina throughout with traces of nickel finish in some protected areas. Grips are well-worn with nicks, dings and some scratches. Bore is poor, and mechanically needs some work on the mainspring. It does function. $5,000 - $7,500 154



942 Colt Model 1894 Double-Action Revolver .38 caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 60472. Blue finish, walnut grips, 1895 date of mfg. Very good un-altered condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 20-25% original blue finish mixed with brown patina. All metal surfaces are smooth and all lettering and markings are clear and legible. The grips are very good and have a nice cartouche and 1894 date This is a rare find in its original condition. $800 - $1,200 943 Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double-Action Revolver .38 caliber, 2.5” barrel, no S/N. Nickel finish, hard rubber grips, initials “WY” scratched in left side of the frame. Good condition with a good bore. It has a broken trigger spring and needs repair. $800 - $1,200

944 Colt Thunderer DA .41 Double-Action Revolver .41 Colt caliber, 4.5” barrel, S/N 107610. Blue/case color finish, hard rubber grips, 1898 date of mfg. Very good condition with a very good bore. It retains ca 30% original vivid case colors and ca 50% original blue. The bore is very good with a few minor rust pits throughout. The grips rate very good with moderate wear. Mechanically sound. $800 - $1,200 945 Remington Model 1890 Single Action Revolver .44 CFW caliber, 5.75” barrel, S/N 670. Blue finish, hard rubber grips. Very good condition with a very good bore. This gun retains 70% of its original finish with thinning throughout. The bore is has some pitting but has strong rifling. The grips are very good but the right grip has a crack in the bottom corner. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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946 Model 1895 Springfield Krag Carbine 30-40 caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 29092. Left side of receiver is marked with serial number and 1895 Springfield Armory. 1896 rear barrel sight. Saddle ring on stock. Walnut stock and 1896 rear hand-guard. Very good overall. Good bore. Modern reproduction hand-guard. $1,000 - $1,500

947 Model 1899 Krag Springfield Carbine .30-40 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 285724. Left side of receiver marked 1899; carbine marked 1901 rear sight, correct ‘01 hand-guard. Walnut stock. Front barrel band with sling swivel and rear sling swivel near the toe of stock. Sometimes referred as an “Engineer’s” carbine. Barrel retains 80% of the original blue finish just lightly fading. Barrel band retains 80% of the bright blue finish. Receiver with mottled blue to grey finish. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings; a dim, but readable, cartouche. Bore is good. $1,000 - $1,500

948 *Model 1899 Springfield Krag Carbine .30-40 caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 347398. Walnut stock and hand-guard. 1899 modifications. Good overall, with a very good bore. $1,500 - $2,000

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949 *Contemporary Made 1901 Springfield .30-03 or 30-03, 30” barrel, no S/N, 1902 rear barrel sight, correct 1901 receiver, bolt and safety early 1903 style. Correct style reproduction hand-guard; correct style reproduction stock. Rod bayonet catch is early 1903 style. Front sight is correct style. This is a very nice copy of a very rare 1901 Springfield rod bayonet military rifle. Overall excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

950 **Marlin Model 1893 Take Down Lever Action Rifle .30-30 caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 443525. Blue barrel, case colored receiver, walnut stocks, buckhorn rear sight, German silver front sight blade. Very good condition with a good+ bore. The barrel and magazine tube retain ca 95% original blue finish with a few light rust pits scattered about. The wood rates very good with minor dings and scratches. The receiver is mostly silver with trace of original case colors. $1,000 - $1,500

951 Model 1891 Argentine Mauser Rifle 7.65×53mm Argentine, 29.5” round barrel, S/N A9446. Same number on the barrel and bolt. Walnut stock numbered F9965. Excellent condition retaining 90% of the blue finish on the barrel, receiver has had the crest removed and a brown spot remains. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. $800 - $1,200



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952 Model 1892 Winchester Short Rifle .44 WCF caliber, 20” barrel, S/N 695036. Re-blued finish with walnut stock and added sling swivels. 1913 date of mfg. Very good condition with an excellent bore. This short rifle retains all of added blue finish and the wood rates excellent as re-finished. $1,000 - $1,500

953 **Winchester 1892 Lever Action Rifle .38-40 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 655024. Blue finish, walnut stocks, 1912 date of mfg. Very good condition with an excellent bore. The receiver is void of finish and covered with light rust pitting while the barrel retains most of its original blue finish with patches of moderate pitting overall. The wood is very good with dings and scratches. $800 - $1,200

954 Engraved Double-Barrel Hammer Shotgun by Ant. Jg. Krebs In Wien 16 ga. 31” Damascus barrels. Engraved and gold inlaid receiver featuring game birds on the receiver and fox and dear on the locks; locks, and hammers, double triggers, extractors, back-action locks, horn triggerguard, high grade walnut stocks. Barrels marked “Ant. Jg. Krebs In Wien” in gold. Very good condition with very good bores which should clean to better. The barrels have a dark brown patina with the Damascus pattern still visible. There is a .25” diameter raised bump on top of the left barrel 7” from the muzzle but there is nothing visible inside the barrel. The wood is very good with minor dings and scratches and a hole in the belly of the stock where there was a sling swivel. This is a nice European shotgun worthy of a proper restoration or ready for a vintage shoot. $1,000 - $1,500

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955 Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle .40-65 caliber, 26” barrel, S/N 83150. Blue/case color finish, walnut stocks, 1893 date of mfg. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 90% original case colors on the frame which have darkened and muted. The barrel is a dark blue beginning to turn brown. The stocks rate excellent with a few minor dings. $4,500 - $5,500

956 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle .32-20 caliber, 28” barrel, S/N 32547P. Blue finish, walnut stocks, 1890 date of mfg. Very good condition with a very good bore. It retains ca 10% original blue receiver finish, mostly in protected areas. The barrel retains ca 70% original thinning blue turning brown with some scattered rust pits. The wood is very good with many minor dings and scratches. $800 - $1,200

957 Colt Lightning Medium Frame Slide Action Rifle .44-40 caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 44246. 1890 date of mfg., 1963 dated Colt factory letter. Good condition with a good, but dark, bore. The wood has been heavily sanded and refinished, and there is no finish remaining on the metal. $800 - $1,200 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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958 Marlin Model 1893 Grade 5 Engraved Takedown Rifle .30-30 caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 149175. Engraved frame with nice typical scrolls and a panel on the right has a dog, and a panel on the reverse of a cat. Engraving on the takedown and rear part of the barrel, nosecap and top of buttplate. Finely figured walnut stock and forearm with fleur-de-lis checkering. Rear tang sight, rear folding buck horn, front folding globe. Factory letter details most of this except the engraving which is factory. Rifle was shipped on August 14, 1897. Barrel and magazine tube retain 95% of the original blue finish with a little wear to the high lines and lightly thinning. Frame is very sharp and crisp with traces of case coloring in the protected areas. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with some light nicks and dings. $6,500 - $9,000

959 Winchester Second Model 1876 Rifle 45-60 caliber, 28” round barrel, S/N 2656. Full magazine, walnut buttstock and forearm. Cleaning rods in the buttstock. Barrel and magazine tube retain 50% of the original blue finish with the rest mixing to a plum patina. Frame and sideplates retain 60% of the original blue finish. Stock with nicks and dings. Bore is very good to excellent. $5,000 - $7,500

960 **Winchester Model 64 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle .32 Win. spl. caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 1316712. Blue finish, walnut checkered stocks, factory sling swivels. Very good to near excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 90+% original blue finish with some thinning at the high edges of the belly of the receiver and a few scattered pinprick rust spots. The wood is excellent with minor dings and scratches. $1,200 - $1,800 160



961 **Lefever Nitro Special Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun .410 ga., 26” barrels, S/N 279675. Re-blued finish, engraved receiver. Walnut checkered stocks. Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun has been upgraded and restored to like-new condition. The work is professional quality, with added engraving and expertly fitted stock and forearm. $800 - $1,200

962 *Matched Pair of Winchester Model 1892 High Grade John Wayne Centennial Commemorative Lever Action Carbines 1) .44-40 caliber, 18.5” barrel, S/N JW100H0921. Brushed nickel engraved receiver and large loop lever, remaining metal with blue finish. Walnut stocks. 2) .44-40 caliber, 18.5” barrel, S/N JW100C0921. Blue finish with gold accents, engraved receiver, large loop lever. High grade walnut stocks with fleur-de-lis checkering. Vinyl luggage case with leather accents. These guns remain in like-new condition. They were made in 2007 to commemorate John Wayne’s 100th birthday (b. 26 May 1907). $4,000 - $6,000



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963 *U.S. Armament Corp. Model 1877 Bulldog Gatling Gun Colt Copy .45-70 caliber, 18.5” barrels, S/N 29. Adjustable sights. Included are nine 20-round loading blocks, tripod, three original type transit chests, original tools for assembly/disassembly. Original paperwork including: technical manual, invoice, and a copy of August 2010 Guns and Ammo Magazine detailing the unveiling of these guns to the market. It includes a custom built ($5000) carriage. There is a 2010 Hamburg, Pa. Cabela’s computer ad with the following description: “After 2 years of R&D using the original plans and specifications, the U.S. Armament Corp. of Ephrata, Pa., has brought back to life the ‘1877 Bulldog Gatling’ gun. This incredible reproduction is chambered in the original .45-70 Govt. Caliber with a maximum firing rate of 100 rounds per minute. The Bulldog is equipped with a Bruce Feed Gravity Feed system (not a magazine) which holds 40 rounds in parallel and is fed with wooden feed blocks. The Bulldog has five 18 1/4 inch barrels which are fully enclosed in a cylindrical housing, with an overall length of 34 inches. The Bulldog was the first rear hand-cranked gun that Gatling ever produced. Every turn of the rear crank produces a complete revolution or the 5 barrel unit thus firing the gun 5 times. The spent cartridges are automatically ejected from the gun. At the rear of the gun there are adjustments for windage and elevation. The tripod mount includes beautiful brass and iron components, and legs of solid ash wood. The Bulldog weighs in at 135 pounds and the tripod weighs an additional 135 pounds. The original 1877 Bulldog was tested for accuracy and scored an incredible 996 direct hits out of 1000 rounds at a distance of 500 yards.” Consignor states that this gun is deadly accurate, putting rounds in one hole at 100 yards This gun was licensed and approved for production by Colt Firearms. Like new condition. $35,000 - $45,000



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964 **WWI S&W .455 Mark II Hand Ejector ID’d to British Lt. E.C.A. Miles .455 caliber, 6.5” barrel, S/N 48932. Blue finish, walnut checkered grips. British proofs on frame and barrel. Inscription on left side of frame “Lt. E.C.A. Miles, France 1915-16., Macedonia, 1917-18.” Most certainly a serving officer, a Captain E.C.A. Miles is found in the UK National Archives online database in source documents W/O374/47738. Sadly, the records are not digitized and cannot be downloaded free of charge. The specific W/O374 (War Office) block of records at Kew indicate that Capt. Miles held a temporary commission or, alternatively, was a Territorial Officer (TA) having served during the First World War and left the army before 1923. Regiment or branch of service is not stated on the online summary page so it is impossible to trace his service from France to Macedonia. Note that E.C.A. Miles is not found in the August 1914 Army List so he was not one of the ‘Old Contemptibles.’ Oddly, a search of the medal cards database revealed no one by that name. It is possible to obtain the W/O374 records by ordering a copy on the UK National Archives website for a nominal fee. The British Army constituted in Salonika in October 1915 was part of the combined Allied effort to aid Serbia in the wake of the successful Bulgarian invasion of the Balkans that now threatened Greece. Commanded by General George Milne, by the spring of 1917 the British contingent numbered seven divisions plus support troops organized into two corps. British troops were not withdrawn from the ethnically torn Macedonian front until 1921. Good to very good condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 90-95% original blue finish with some heavy pitting at the muzzle end of the barrel and some small patches of light to moderate pitting scattered about. The grips show heavy wear and several small chips. $1,000 - $1,500

965 **Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Auto Pistol .38 auto. caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 13581. Front serrations, blue finish, hard rubber grips, lanyard ring, 1904 date of mfg. Very good condition with a very good bore. It retains ca 30% original blue finish and the grips are very good with only moderate wear. $800 - $1,200

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966 **Colt Officer’s Model Match Single Action Revolver “National Match Grade” Army Issue .38 spl. caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 925079. Blue finish, walnut checkered grips. Colt factory letter states: Special Features: Furnished with a short action (single action) Special Notation : “National Match Grade” Sold to: United States Government Shipped to: Transportation Officer, Fort Bragg Address: Fayetteville, North Carolina For: Post Ordnance Acct. Officer Date of Shipment: February 10, 1960 Colt Factory Order: 9854 Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 16 Very good+ condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 97% original blue finish with some muzzle wear and a .375” scratch on the right side of the frame. The grips are very good with minor wear and a small chip on the left panel near the triggerguard. This is a clean and desirable Colt revolver. $1,500 - $2,500



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967 **German Model 1920 Artillery Luger Semi-Auto Pistol 9mm caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 1099h. Re-blued finish, walnut checkered grips, matching numbers. Import marked “Germany” on left side of frame and bottom of magazine. Very good condition with a poor rusty bore. The left grip panel has a chip missing at the top rear. Housed in hunter leather holster. $1,000 - $1,500

968 **Colt Model 1911-A1 Semi-Auto Pistol .45 ACP caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 820695. Parkerized finish, Keyes grips. 1942 date of mfg.; included is a 1943 dated USMC shoulder holster. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It has been refinished and retains ca 95% of the added finish. The grips are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

969 **WWII Remington Rand 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol .45 ACP caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 1989650. Parkerized finish, Keyes plastic grips, 1944 date of mfg., High Standard barrel. Magazine marked with an R. Graton & Knight 1943 dated holster. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 97% original parkerized finish with only some high edge wear. The grips are excellent. The magazine has ca 50% original finish remaining and looks like someone has cleaned it to bright condition with a wire wheel. This is a very clean and collectible WWII 1911A1. The holster is fair. $2,000 - $2,500 166


970 **WWII Colt 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol 1942 Navy Contract .45 ACP caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 797443. Parkerized finish, blue barrel with “Colt .45 Auto” and “P” proof on left side, matching numbers on frame and slide. Twotone magazine with “C” mark on base. 1942 Navy contract pistol, WB inspector mark; Keyes grips with no ribs. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 97% parkerized finish with only some slight high edge wear. This is a fine WWII Navy contract pistol. There is a book from the USS Topeka and several items from Seaman First Class Thurman O. Brotherton (uncle to our consignor), who purportedly carried this gun during WWII and brought it home with him. $3,000 - $4,000

World War II — Hand Guns

971 **WWII Remington Rand 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol .45 ACP caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 1937158.,Bblue finish, Keyes grips, 1944 date of mfg. Magazine marked with an “R;” High Standard barrel. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It has an added blue finish and retains ca 65% of that finish remaining. The markings are legible but the U.S. Property markings are light with some light scratches through them. This gun is a good candidate for restoration or an entry level collector piece. $800 - $1,200

972 **WWII German P08 1937 S42 Luger Semi-Auto Pistol with Capture Paper PLUS Dress Bayonet 9mm caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 7248v. Blue finish, walnut checkered grips, 1937 chamber date, S42 toggle. Matching numbers except magazine. Capture paper dated 10 July, 1945. Parade dress bayonet with green and silver portepee. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 98% of an arsenal refinish and the grips are near excellent with some flattening. $2,000 - $3,000

973 **WWII Nazi German Krieghoff Late “S”-Code Luger Semi-Auto Pistol 9mm caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 2773. Blue finish, brown plastic checkered grips. Matching numbers except for magazine; 1935 date of mfg. for Luftwaffe service. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 60-65% original blue finish with most loss on the grip-straps. The grips are very good with a few minor dings. $3,000 - $5,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

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974 *Walther PP .22 Semi-Auto Pistol .22 LR caliber, 3.75” barrel, S/N 883302. Blue finish, black plastic grips. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 92% original blue finish with some loss at the muzzle right side of the frame above the triggerguard, and some high edge wear. $800 - $1,200

976 *Belgian Browning High Power Semi-Auto Pistol 9mm caliber, 5” barrel, S/N T197786. Blue finish, walnut checkered grips. Original pouch, 1967 date of mfg.; missing magazine. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 98% original blue finish with only a hint of high edge wear. $800 - $1,200

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975 **DWM Commercial Luger Imported by A.F. Stoeger 7.63 Luger caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 7747t. Blue finish, walnut checkered grips. Excellent condition with a very good bore. This gun has been professionally restored and retains ca 98% of the added blue finish and ca 98% of the straw finish. The grips rate excellent. $800 - $1,200

977 **German Double-Action Cartridge Revolver 12mm caliber, 2.125” barrel, no S/N. Blue finish, bone grips. Good condition with a smooth rusty bore. There are some illegible markings on the frame under the grips and the frame is marked on the right side “1911” and “12.0.” $800 - $1,200

World War I — Hand Guns

978 **WWI Colt 1911 Semi-Auto “Black Army” Pistol Carried by West Point Graduate Col. Lucian B. Moody .45 ACP caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 432312. Blue finish, walnut checkered diamond grips, replacement barrel marked “.45 Auto, 7791193” and “SW” on right lug, “NP” on left lug. Correct two-tone magazine; comes with a period web belt, 1918 Mills magazine pouch with 2 magazines (1 lanyard ring, 2 tone mag), extra barrel with chamber marked “HP” and dark bore. Also includes a brown leather holster with illegible maker’s mark. There is an affidavit from the consignor, nephew of Col. Moody which reads: AFFIDAVIT AS TO THE PROVENANCE OF “BLACK ARMY” U.S. COLT AUTOMATIC PISTOL MODEL 1911 SN 423312 This pistol was given to me around 1953 by my uncle, retired Colonel Lucian B. Moody, who was the husband of my father’s sister. He stated that it was his personal sidearm, dating from when he was in France in WWI as an ordnance officer (was a West Point graduate). His service after WWI included such as Governors Island in New York, Watervliet Arsenal, and Picatinny Arsenal, where he was Commandant. In WWII he commanded the arsenal in LaPorte Indiana, and then after the war went to China as an advisor to the Nationalist Army. His son, George, was a West Point graduate, went into the Air Corps and was killed testing a new plane just before WWII. Moody Field in Georgia is named after him. Lucian Moody’s daughter was married to another West Pointer, who flew B-17’s in WWII. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This pistol has had a correct “Black Army” arsenal refinish, likely during Col. Moody’s service, since he was stationed at the various arsenals. This is a great piece of history. $3,500 - $5,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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979 **U.S. Springfield Armory Colt Commander Model Semi-Auto Test Pistol RARE! .45 ACP caliber, 4.25” barrel, S/N 687-LW. Blue finish, Coltwood grips. Frame marked with crossed cannons and ordnance wheel cartouche. Factory letter states pistol was shipped to “The Commanding Officer, Springfield Armory, Springfield, Massachusetts, August 31,1950” Excellent condition with an excellent bore. The pistol is near-new condition showing almost no visible wear. There is a small ding on the bottom of the magazine well and the magazine where the pistol has been dropped. This gun was a test pistol for the military as they were searching for a light weight pilot survival pistol. This is an interesting piece worthy of further research and definitely for the advanced 1911 collector. $4,000 - $6,000

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983 German Riding Crop August Wilhelm 27.5” riding crop of Prince August Wilhelm (1887-1949). “Auwi” was the fourth son of Kaiser Wilhelm II. He Joined the National Veterans group, “Stalheim.” He was made Obergruppenfurher in the SA, but was denounced by the Nazi party after making derogatory remarks about Joseph Goebbels. Inscription on handle reads: August Wilhelm, Prince of Prussia 1928. Very good. The top of the crop is slightly dented. Leather loop is detached, but present, and the bindings are loose. $1,000 - $1,500

980 Franco-American Dunand Visored Helmet This is a trial helmet of which the total produced is unknown. Green painted steel with a wire mesh visor. This is the first one we have seen other than in books. One like this is fully illustrated in Steel Pots, by Chris Arnold (1997: 42). Retaining most of the original paint. Top of the visor is bent. Overall in excellent condition. Extremely rare item and the first we have seen for sale. $3,500 - $5,000

981 US WWII OSS T-13 “Beano” Grenade - Rare The T-13 “Beano” grenade was developed by the OSS for use by American troops during WWII. It was the same weight and size as a baseball. Made by the Eastman Kodak Co. Very good. $800 - $1,200 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

982 US WWII OSS T-13 “Beano” Grenade - Rare The T-13 “Beano” grenade was developed by the OSS for use by American troops during WWII. It was the same weight and size as a baseball. Made by the Eastman Kodak Co. Excellent. $800 - $1,200 APRIL 30 - MAY 1, 2014 CINCINNATI, OHIO

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984 US WWII 8th Air Force Archive of Alfred P. Cook A. P. Cook, 446th Bomber Grp., 707th Bomber Sqd. Painted A-2 flight Jacket to the B-24 Weiser Witch. The Weiser Witch crashed landed at Bungay Field, England on 5-5-45. Also Included in this group is a high altitude jacket, dog tag, patches, and a lot of post-war Liberator associated items, and more. Very good. $4,000 - $6,000

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985 German WWII Ernst Kaltenbrunner SS Himmler Honor Sword SS Officer Degen Himmler presentation honor sword with 35” Damascus blade and high polish nickel-plated D-guard. Ebony handle with all wire. Handle band is marked Kaltenbrunner SS 13039. Pommel cap has German gothic K engraved on it. Blade has standard Himmler presentation, reverse has Ernst Kaltenbrunner - Furhrer Der SS Standarte 37. Obergruppenfurher Ernst Kaltenbrunner was born 10-4-03; he died 10-16-46 and was a senior SS official during WWII. He was Reinhard Heydrich’s replacement as the Chief of Security Police and head of the Gestapo and SD (RSHA). He was also responsible for tracking down the people who tried to assassinate Hitler and prosecuting them. He was the highest ranking SS leader to face trial at Nuremberg. He was executed for war crimes and crimes against humanity. This sword came out of the James Wieglien collection. Excellent. Scabbard has been re-covered. $4,000 - $6,000



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986 Neuschwanstein Castle, Watercolor by Adolf Hitler Adolf Hitler (German, 1889-1945). Watercolor on paper board, signed l.l.; 23.5 x 15.5”. An accompanying letter of authenticity from Hitler expert Peter Jahn describes this watercolor in detail. Jahn recalls a conversation with the dictator regarding this particular work, as being the largest extant watercolor by Hitler. Toned, otherwise in fine shape. $5,000 - $7,000

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987 Austrian Landscape Near Fischlham by Adolf Hitler Adolf Hitler (German, 1889-1945). Graphite and watercolor on paper, signed and dated 1909 l.l.; 5.5 x 8 in. (sight). Accompanying the watercolor is an original letter of authenticity by Peter Jahn, dated May 24, 1982. Jahn is intimately familiar with these works, describing them as from Hitler’s student days, and that a fellow student had acquired many of these subjects. $1,000 - $2,000

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988 Floral Watercolor Attributed to Adolf Hitler Adolf Hitler (German, 1889-1945). Watercolor on a woven artist paper, signed at the stalk, l.c. and dated 1911; 15.5 x 8.25 in. (sight). unframed. Accompanying the painting is a typed letter from Peter Jahn, dated September 18, 1980 (Vienna). Jahn was regarded as the expert on Hitler’s work, having been assigned to locate Hitler’s extant work from the years from 1937-1941. Slightly toned, otherwise in fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000 Detail SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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Class III 989 ***V.S.M. Machine Gun .303 caliber, S/N 85391. Complete with tripod. Mfg VSM of Cincinnati, OH. Fully transferable. Very good-to-excellent. $10,000 - $12,000

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Class III 990 ***South African Vickers .308 Mk. I Machine Gun .308 caliber, 23” barrel, S/N 623A. Complete with tripod. This firearm was converted to .308 using a South African kit. Mfg by Erb. Rear sight has 7.62 caliber markings. Fully transferable. Excellent. $10,000 - $12,000



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991 ***Armex International MP-40 SMG 9mm caliber, S/N 5824C. Pre-’86 dealer’s sample. Marked on the top of frame MP40, BNZ42. Can only be sold to a Class 3 dealer or collector with a SOT. Very good. Retaining most of the original bluing. $5,000 - $7,000

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World War II — Long Guns

992 **WWII Nazi German Mauser K-98 High Turret Sniper Rifle 8mm caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 89153. Maker marked, Dialytan 4x scope (S/N 79293) with phosphate finish, long side rail, newly made rings numbered to match, bolt handle renumbered to match, but rest of bolt is original, mismatched firing pin, reproduction winter trigger. Laminated stock. Very good condition with an excellent bore. $3,500 - $6,000

993 *Swiss Army Schmidt-Ruben K31 Sniper Rifle 6.5x55 Swiss caliber, 26” barrel, S/N 452336. Blue finish, walnut stock, leather sling, matching numbers including scope, muzzle cap. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun is in near-new condition. $2,000 - $3,000

994 *Swiss Army K-31 Sniper Rifle 7.5 Swiss caliber, 29.5” barrel, S/N 2187. Matte black finish, hardwood stock, bi-pod, Kern AARAU 3.5x scope. Leather sling; import marked on the bottom of the barrel. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. $3,500 - $5,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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995 *WWII Nazi German G-43 Sniper Rifle 8mm caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 1072b. Ac 44 coded receiver. Phosphate finish, laminated stock, ddx coded. ZF4 scope, S/N 52763; scope case with extra sun shade. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. $3,500 - $5,000

996 **WWII Nazi German K-98 ZF41 Sniper Rifle 8mm caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 85278 l. Blue finish, laminated stock, byf 44 receiver code, L block, Kriegs model, matching numbers. ZF41 scope S/N 9295d with jve code. Excellent condition with a very good but dark bore. It retains most of its original blue finish with some thinning and the stock is excellent but has been cleaned. The scope is missing its sunshade. $3,500 - $5,000

997 **WWII Nazi German Mauser K98 Sniper Rifle 8mm caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 48740. Phosphate finish, laminated stock, bcd 4 receiver code. Long side rail; bmj coded scope; key safety; matching numbers except scope mount. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. It retains nearly all of its original thin gray finish and the wood rates excellent. $3,500 - $5,000 180



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998 *Springfield Model 1903 Pope Heavy Barreled Target Rifle This rifle is not a Springfield Armory assembled piece. .30-06 caliber, 32” five-groove, heavy round barrel, S/N 1258100. Barrel is marked on the top 14” forward of the receiver H.M. Pope and on the bottom just forward of the receiver, reading from the muzzle back 650 WL HT 14/0 9/5/24 H.M. Pope 00. The heavy barrel steps down from a 1.1 in. diameter, 2.6 in. breech section, to an untapered 1 in. diameter. The muzzle is flat. The stock is a 1922, .22 caliber stock with channel widened and bedded to accept the barreled action. The butt stock has been shortened 0.5 in. and fitted with a rubber buttplate assembly. The bolt is straight-handled and case hardened. The trigger has been carefully worked for a crisp let-off and small set screw has been installed to limit trigger movement. There is no front barrel band. A service rifle rear sling has been installed just to the rear of the barrel band seat. Lyman 48 rear sight. Scope mounts are on the receiver ring and are 7.25” forward of the breech. The rifle is in excellent condition with an excellent bore and unmarred rust bluing. The stock is unmarred. Front sight is missing. Bore is excellent. $7,500 - $10,000

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999 **Springfield Armory M-1D Garand Rifle .30-06 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 1407703. Parkerized finish, walnut stocks, M84 telescope (S/N 28393) with rubber eye piece, barrel marked “T P S-A-452P,” bolt marked “D28287-195A-9,” flat-sided op-rod with small cutout notch marked “D35382 9 SA;” receiver marked “D28291 17, S10E;” trigger housing marked “D28290-12-SA;” safety marked “SA 11;” hammer marked “C46008 7 SA;” stock has two P’s in circle cartouches (one is very faint and is probably original, while the other is likely a product of the stock overhaul). Includes supporting documents showing provenance, original box and all packing, Hart Mfg. Co. M2 flash hider, web sling, leather cheek piece. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. Metal parts are excellent retaining ca 97% parkerized finish with a few scratches on the left side of the barrel and the back of the receiver. $4,500 - $6,500

1000 *Springfield Armory M-1C Garand Sniper Rifle .30-06 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 3497446. Parkerized finish, walnut stocks, barrel marked “S-A-10-51;” flat-sided op-rod with large cut out notch marked “D35382 SA;” bolt marked “D28287-19SA” over “A-9;” receiver marked “D28291 35 B 39 B;” also marked rear of the sight “SA-52;” trigger housing marked “D28290-12-SA;” safety marked “C46015 - 9SA;” hammer marked “C46008-3 SA.” refinished walnut stocks are unmarked. Griffin & Howe M1C scope mount S/N 3638621, Lyman All Weather scope. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. The SA-52 is a rarely encountered mark used at Springfield in 1952 to indicate a major overhaul of the M1 rifle. It was during this operation that the stocks were replaced and the numbers on the scope and base got out of sequence. This rifle has been examined and authenticated by David McClain and Scott Duff and has supporting documents to show such. This is a fine example for the advanced M1 collector. $5,500 - $8,000

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1001 **Springfield Armory M-1 Garand Rifle .30-06 caliber., 24” barrel, S/N 3799154. Parkerized finish, walnut stocks, lock bar rear sight. Barrel marked “1-S-A-6-45;” flat-sided op-rod with no cutout notch marked “D35382 9 SA;” bolt marked “D28287-19SA, B-16-B;” receiver marked “D 28281 35, Z 1 B;” trigger housing marked “D28290-18-SA;” un-marked safety, hammer marked “C 46008 9SA;” unmarked triggerguard. Buttstock has cartouche with “S.A.” over “N.F.R.” within a square and crossed cannon cartouche; two “P” proofs on pistol grip (one serifed and inside a circle). Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 90+% original light gray parkerized finish and the stocks rate excellent with crisp un-altered markings and only minor dings. This is a clean original WWII collector piece. $2,500 - $4,000

1002 **Winchester M-1 Garand Rifle .30-06 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 2422126. Parkerized finish, walnut stocks, barrel marked with a P over W in an oblong circle. Early curved-side op-rod with no cutout notch is marked “D35382-WRA;” bolt marked “D28287-1 W.R.A.;” receiver marked “D28291-2;” trigger housing marked “D28290-W.R.A.;” milled triggerguard marked “C46025 W.R.A.;” hammer marked “C46008-1W.R.A.;” stock stamped on left side with “WRA,GHD” within a square box and crossed cannon cartouche. Very good to near excellent condition with a very good, but dark, bore. The wood is near excellent with original finish and only minor dings and scratches. This is a complete and correct specimen for the discerning collector. $3,500 - $4,000



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1003 **Springfield Armory M-1 Garand Rifle .30-06 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 1951264. Barrel marked “S-A-9-48;” flat-sided op-rod with small cutout notch marked “D35382 6 SA;” bolt marked “D2828712SA, S-06;” receiver marked “D28291 30, B11A;” trigger housing marked “D28290-12-SA;” safety marked “C46015-9SA;” unmarked milled triggerguard; hammer marked “C46008-5 SA;” stock has light cartouches with “S.A.” over “E.M.F.” in a box and crossed cannon cartouche. Very good to near excellent condition with a very good bore. It retains ca 90+% original parkerized finish and the wood rates excellent as arsenal refinished with only a few minor dings. $2,000 - $3,000

1004 **Japanese WWII Type 97 Sniper Rifle 6.5mm Japanese caliber, 31” barrel, S/N 9695. Blue finish, Nagoya arsenal. Intact mum; matching numbers; no scope. Excellent condition with a good but rusty bore. It retains ca 85% original blue finish with some moderate patches of pitting on the barrel and left rear of the receiver. The stock is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

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1005 **Springfield Armory M-1 Garand N.M Rifle, Scarce Original “Type 1” .30-06 caliber, 24” barrel marked on left side “NM,” S/N 5944672. Parkerized finish, walnut stocks, buttstock with 3 stars over eagle in a square cartouche. Barrel marked “T P SA F6E35448 12 55 A224B P;” bolt marked “6528287-SA, A16;” right receiver leg marked “Z 12 B, F 6528291,” op-rod marked “6535382 SA;” rear sight marked “DRC IHC;” trigger housing marked “6528290-SA;” hammer marked “SA D5546008.” Includes original 1956 dated government purchase paper. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 97% original parkerized finish with only minor wear on the bolt ant the receiver from the oprod. The wood is excellent with only a few very minor dings. Included with this rifle in an excellent article written by author Bruce N. Canfield for “American Rifleman” magazine stating that there were only about 4000 “Type 1” National Match rifles sold through the DCM program and that few un-altered examples are in civilian hands. This is a truly rare, collectible Garand in top condition. $5,000 - $6,000



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1006 The Karlkirche, Vienna, Gouache Painting by Adolf Hitler Adolf Hitler (German, 1889-1945). Watercolor and gouache on paper, signed and dated 1912, l.r.; 15.75 x 11.5 in. A substantial and crisp example of Hitler’s work, as outlined by expert Peter Jahn in a letter of authenticity dated April 19, 1982. According to Jahn, this work was one of the largest he’d seen. Fine condition. $8,000 - $12,000

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1008 Austrian Hussar Oil Painting by A. Wessely A. Wessely (Continental, 19th/20th century). Oil on canvas, signed l.r.; 25 x 31 in. (sight). The canvas is in fine condition and has not been relined. $1,500 - $2,000

1007 Mannerheim, Wurlitzergasse Street Scene by Adolf Hitler Adolf Hitler (German, 1889-1945). Watercolor on paper, signed and dated 1910, l.r.; 12.2 x 8.4. Accompanied by an original letter from Peter Jahn, dated October 21, 1980. Jahn, who was reigning expert verifying Hitler’s authentic works, identified the scene quite specifically as Mannerheim, with St. Ulrich’s Church in the background. At this time, Jahn continues, Hitler was struggling and penniless and often painted in this area. Very good. $3,000 - $5,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

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1009 Mettlach Schützenliesl Stein, Plus German, 1898. A Mettlach 1 liter stein with etched decoration of a Schützenliesl or barmaid holding up a pair of steins in front of a fence-mounted target, having a pair of target disks surmounted by spread-winged eagles flanking the handle while a winner’s pokal decorates the top of the hinged lid, marked with the abbey trademark and Mettlach / VB / Gegen Nachbildung / Geschutzt / 2235 / I / 17 / 98, PLUS a Schuetzen Association Plate, with a central reserve of crossed Schuetzen rifles over a target with oak leaves, marked Gut Ziel unser Streben / Ein Ziel unser Leben around the top and bottom edges, PLUS a porcelain soup plate with a central reserve of Schuetzen rifles behind a target, marked Mittnochschutzen. / Meissen, den 3. Sept. 1930., verso with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, PLUS a porcelain plate with a transfer portrait of Gen. Feldmarschall von Hindenburg surrounded by rifles, canons, and a wreath of oak leaves, having a pair of German Empire flags above an iron cross dated 1914, verso marked Bavaria, PLUS a Schuetzen rifle drinking glass marked 34. Preis and Georg Ruf; stein ht. 8.75 in. (not including handle finial). Schuetzen plate with a hanger attached to back. Tiny chip to rim of Hindenburg plate. From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan $1,000 - $1,500

1010 German WWII Wooden HandCarved Eagle with Plaque 15 x 14 x 14” hand-carved eagle perched on a stony crag with a hand-engraved Bavarian pilots badge and a brass plaque that reads: London Flight June, 13th, 1917 For Shooting Down the First Englishman over England, 3rd. Bomber Group, 16th Squadron. Great display piece. Very good. $2,500 - $5,000

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1011 German WWI Blue Max Award Wearing Copy All we have is an oral history with this Pour Le Mérite and according to that history a Captain Horst Meyer on 11-08-18 was awarded the Blue Max. There was a Captain Meyer who won a Blue Max on this date, although his name was Emil Berthold Meyer. Also is a locket with a picture of a Prussian officer which is supposed to be Captain Meyer, a Prussian War Merit Cross also belonging Capt. Meyer, and a replacement ribbon. Very good. $1,500 - $2,500

1012 German WWI Iron Cross and Cockade Lot includes a very unique variation of a WWI 2nd Class Iron Cross and a WWI Iron Cross winner cap cockade. Also included in this group is a P-38 magazine and German Navy rating patch. Very good. $1,000 - $1,500



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1013 Cased John Rigby & Co. Double Rifle 45 x 3.25mm caliber, 26” barrels, S/N 13856. Top of barrel marked John Rigby & Co Dublin & London. Banknote-style finely scroll-engraved frame, locks, hammers, triggerguard, under-lever, finials and top of buttplate. Sling swivels, checkered steel buttplate, safeties on locks. Checkered forearm with wedge, checkered pistol grip, finely figured walnut stock with pistol grip and forearm. Cased in canvas and leather style trunk casing. Has Wm & John Rigby Dublin Ireland label inside of case lid. Barrels have been professionally restored and retain ca 98% of the proper rust blue finish. Markings are very sharp and crisp and still have a proud touch. Locks and hammer retain 90% of the original case coloring just lightly fading. Frame still retains 40% of the original case coloring the rest has faded, but very sharp and crisp. Stock and forearm are excellent. Bores are excellent. $6,000 - $9,000



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1014 **Neptun Luxus German Drilling by Sempert & Krieghoff, Suhl with Rare .22 Caliber Barrel Insert 16x16x8x57 J.R. caliber, 23.5” barrels, S/N 19156. Blue Boehler Spezial barrels. Seven-pin sidelock receiver; receiver profusely engraved with floral pattern and stippled background; bottom of receiver marked “Krieghoff Drilling, Neptun Luxus.” Left sidelock engraved with a wooded game scene with 3 wild boars; right sidelock engraved with a wooded scene with 2 bull elks. Horn triggerguard and pistol grip cap; gold-plated triggers, set trigger, floral engraved 4-round bullet trap. Takedown lever features a “WC” monogram. Quick detach Carl Zeiss, Jena claw-mounted Zielvier scope, S/N 63485, with clear optics. Excellent condition with excellent bores. It retains nearly all of its original finish except for the triggers which retains ca 50% of the gold plating. The walnut stocks rate very good to near excellent with only some minor dings and scratches. This is a high grade European sporting gun. $6,000 - $9,000

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1015 *W&C Scott & Sons 12ga Single-Barrel Trap Shotgun 12 ga., 34” ribbed barrel, S/N 101211. Blue barrel, case colored 6-pin sidelock receiver. Walnut checkered stocks, oval German silver initial plate on belly of buttstock. L.O.P. 15.25” over added rubber pad, drop at comb 1.625”; drop at heel 1.75”; ivory front and mid-beads; mid-bead has been moved forward 2.5”. Barrel is marked “W&C Scott & Sons, Makers, 55 Victoria St, London, England.” Very good condition with an excellent bore. The barrel retains ca 98% original blue finish with a couple of small rust pits on the left side near the muzzle. The receiver retains ca 25-30% original case colors and the wood is excellent with a couple of minor dings and scratches. $1,500 - $2,500

1016 English Field London Martini Action Single-Shot Rifle .577/450 caliber, 29.5” barrel, S/N 3761. Six-leaf express sights (1 standing, 5 folding). Very good condition with a good but dark bore. The wood is good with a repair to the toe of the buttstock and many dings and scratches. $1,000 - $1,500

1017 **Midland Gun Co., Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 31.625” Damascus barrels choked IC/F, S/N 83645. Walnut checkered stocks, DT, extractors, 2.75” chambers, nitro proofed, LOP 14.75” over added solid rubber pad. The receiver features an English setter on the left panel and a couple of grouse in flight on the right panel. The balance of the engraving is in a scroll pattern. Excellent condition with excellent bores. It retains nearly all of the original Damascus pattern on the barrels and the receiver retains traces of the original case colors. The stocks are very good with minor dings and scratches. $1,000 - $1,500

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1018 *Arrieta Special Sidelock Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 16 ga., 28” barrels choked IC/M, S/N 20-99. Blue barrels, case colored receiver, walnut checkered stocks. LOP 14.5” over checkered butt, drop at heel 2.25”, drop at comb 1.75”. Housed in its original canvas and leather luggage case. Excellent condition with excellent bores. Other than a couple of light handling marks, this gun is in like-new condition. $3,000 - $5,000

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1019 Swiss Schuetzen Rifle by Louis Pitri, Sassel 8x46R caliber, 29.5” barrel, S/M 252192219. Walnut checkered stocks, Monte Carlo cheek piece, double-set triggers, floral engraved receiver, Martini action. Leather sling. Barrel marked in silver “Louis Pitri, Sassel.” Very good condition with an excellent bore. $1,500 - $2,500

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1020 German Zimmerstutzen Rifle .4mm caliber, 26” octagonal-to-fluted barrel. Top of barrel matted, marked in an oval panel Miller & Val Greiss Munchen. At the breech on the top flat marked M & M. On the left side of frame in the top corner near the breech marked D.R.G.M. Finely engraved frame with a panel of doe and fawn with a hawk flying above. On the right side a panel with stag and doe in the forest. Nicely scrolled engraving. Ram horn buttstock with fine checkering and carving. Forearm is nicely carved in oak leaf design. Barrel is finished in blue. The frame, lever, rear tang sight are case colored. This rifle retains almost all of the original finish. Stock has a couple of very minute mars. On a scale of 1-10 this is a 9.9. This is a fantastic rifle. $2,500 - $3,500



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1021 German Zimmerstutzen Rifle .4mm caliber, 26.5” fluted barrel. Marked on the top flat in gold and silver Carl Stiegele Kgl. Bagr. Fofgewehxfabil Munchen. Nicely relief-engraved hammer, lock, lever. Buttplate with panel engraving; on the sideplate with young hunters carry a rabbit. Deeply carved buttstock with vines and oak leaves. Barrel retains most of the original blue finish just lightly fading. Lock and hammer have a nice grey look with case colors slightly muted. Overall a very sharp and crisp rifle with excellent carving. $2,000 - $3,000

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1022 German Martini Action Scheutzen Rifle Unknown caliber with .310 diameter bore, 26” octagon barrel, no S/N. Blue/case color finish, walnut checkered stock with Scheutzen-style buttplate and high cheek piece, double-set triggers, adjustable rear sight, lollipop tang sight, lightly engraved receiver. Very good condition with a very good+ bore. The finish is a mixture of brown patina and original blue and case colors. The set trigger is not working. The stock is very good with some dings and scratches. $1,000 - $1,500



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1023 L.C. Smith Quality 2 Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Hammerless Shotgun 16 ga., 28” Damascus barrels choked F/F, S/N 60160. Walnut checkered stocks, DT, extractors, 1896 date of mfg. Very good condition with very good bores. It retains nearly all of the thinning original Damascus pattern and traces of the original case colors. There are a couple of minor dents in the left barrel and only one is barely visible inside. The buttplate has a minor chip at the toe. The wood is very good with a small crack in the buttstock at the top left where it meets the frame. The checkering is flattened and there is a ding in the left wrist. The forearm is worn smooth. $1,000 - $1,500

1024 **Remington Model 32 Over/Under Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 30” barrels choked F/M. Blue finish, walnut checkered stocks, Miller single trigger, Simmons vent rib. Very good condition with excellent bores. This gun has been expertly refinished and retains ca 97% blue finish. The stocks rate very good with a .75” tight crack in the buttstock where it meets the bottom tang. $1,200 - $1,800

1025 **Remington Model 1894 FE Grade Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 30” barrels choked IM/IM, S/N P133138. Walnut checkered stocks, English buttstock, splinter forearm, DT, ejectors, ivory mid-bead, barrels marked “TRAP GUN, “F” GRADE, REMINGTON ARMS CO., ILION, N.Y.” Drop at heel 2.5”; drop at comb 1.75”. Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun retains ca 98% original barrel blue and 95% original case colors which have mellowed and are thinning. The wood is excellent with only some very light scratches and handling marks. There is a .5” patch of rust pitting on the left side of the frame just aft of the breech and there are three tiny chips at the toe of the buttplate. This is a scarcely encountered shotgun in high condition. $1,500 - $2,000 200



1026 Remington Model 1894 CE Grade Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 30” ordnance steel barrels choked F/F, S/N 100989. Blue barrels, case colored receiver, fancy walnut checkered stocks, DT, ejectors. Very good condition with excellent bores. It retains ca 98% original barrel blue and the receiver retains ca 50% original case colors which have faded. The stocks rate very good with minor dings and scratches and a tiny chip out of the right side of the forearm where it meets the barrels. $1,000 - $1,500

1027 Remington Model 1876 Whitmore Lifter Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Hammer Shotgun 12 ga., 30” Damascus barrels choked IC/M, S/N 3961. Walnut checkered stocks. Very good condition with very good bores. It retains nearly all of the original Damascus pattern on the barrels and the receiver is void of finish. The wood rates very good+ with light wear. $1,000 - $1,500

1028 **Remington Model 32 Over/Under Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 26” solid rib barrels choked IC/IC, S/N 2133. Blue finish, walnut checkered stocks, sticker on the stock is for an “Edward’s Recoil Eraser.” 1935 date of mfg., ST, added trigger shoe, added solid rubber recoil pad, LOP 14” over added pad. Very good condition with excellent bores. It appears to have an older re-blued finish and retains ca 80% of that finish with most loss on the bottom of the receiver. The takedown lever is slightly left of center. $800 - $1,200 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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1029 Remington Model 1894 EEO Grade Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 16 ga., 28” ordnance steel barrels choked C/C, S/N 110475. Blue barrels, DT, ejectors. Finely figured checkered walnut stocks. LOP 14.125” over solid rubber recoil pad, drop at heel 2.5”, drop at comb 2”. Exquisitely engraved receiver (likely by Remington master engraver Joseph Loy) featuring two partridges and a dog’s head on the left panel, two woodcocks and a duck on the right panel, two deer on the bottom panel, and the balance done in scroll and vine patterns and two ribands with “Remington Arms Co.” Featured in Charles Semmer’s book, Remington Double Shotguns, (1996: 190-191). Mr. Semmer states that he has examined 48 EE grade 1894s over the years and only five are 16 ga., making this a rare and desirable double gun. Very good condition with excellent bores. The barrels have been re-blued and the stocks have been expertly refinished. The receiver has traces of original case colors in protected areas and the takedown lever is right of center. The sling swivel studs have been removed and the hole in the stock has been plugged and there are plug screws in the bottom of the rib. This is truly a rare and collectible Remington double gun and one of the highest quality firearms of its day. $10,000 - $15,000

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1030 **Remington Model 1894 CE Grade Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 32” barrels choked F/F, S/N 135101. Full nickel finish, walnut English checkered stock and forearm, scroll engraved receiver. Added Hawkins rubber pad, DT, ejectors. Very good condition with excellent bores. This gun retains ca 90-95% original nickel finish which has dulled slightly. The stocks rate very good with light dings and scratches and some flattening to the checkering. The wood to metal fit is excellent. This gun has been gently used and well cared for. $2,000 - $4,000

1031 *Remington Model 90-T Single-Barrel Trap Shotgun 12 ga., 34” barrel, S/N ST 01411. Matte black finish, walnut checkered stocks. Original box and papers. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun retains ca 99% original finish and remains in near-new condition. $1,000 - $1,500

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1032 *Swiss Martini Target Rifle (Hammerli) Caliber unknown, 32” octagonal and fluted barrel. Blued Martini-style action. Ram’s horn stock with hook butt. Plain forearm. Double-set triggers with fancy finger loop lever. A tag on the right side of stock is engraved J. Baumgartner over Burglen. Barrel is in the white. Action retains all of the blue finish. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with some nicks and dings. $800 - $1,200

1033 *Joh. Springer Over/Under Rifle/Shotgun Combo 12 ga. over 6.5X52 caliber, 25.625” barrels, no S/N. Blue barrels, case colored scalloped boxlock receiver, high grade walnut checkered stocks, Monte Carlo cheek piece, folding leaf rear sight. Barrels marked “Joh. Springer’s Erben, Vien.” .75” leather sling. Very good condition with very good bores. It retains ca 97% original barrel blue and the receiver retains ca 75% original mostly vivid case colors with most loss on the belly. The stocks are very good with minor dings and scratches. There is a slight dent (barely visible) on the right side of the barrel 4” from the muzzle. This is a nice original Austrian combination gun. Ex John Malloy Hunting Collection $1,500 - $2,000



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1034 *Charles Boswell First Royale Grade Shotgun Made in North America 20 gauge, bore diameter is .637, 26.75” barrels, automatic ejectors. Serial number 8302 marked on the top of barrels on the rib between Charles Boswell London in gold. With banknote-style engraving on the barrels, tang, sidelocks, frame and triggerguard. Barrels’ finish is a beautiful high-polished plum brown. With gold bands at the back of barrels. Sidelocks, frame and forearm fittings are finished in case colors. All pins in the locks are a highly polished white color. Triggerguard is a high-polished blue finish. Safety and top lever are finished in blue. The word safe is in gold. Finely figured checkered Spanish black walnut stock and forearm. With gold inscription plate behind checkering at triggerguard. Checkered buttplate. Cased in a leather trunk-style case with brass corners. Boswell is a London based company that moved to Toronto, Canada in 1983. This is the second gun that was made in America and it was made for an exhibition. This is the first Boswell sidelock made in Canada. Complete with factory letter. Excellent to new. $7,000 - $9,000 206



1035 *Merkel Model 280EL Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun .28 ga., 28” barrels choked IM/F, ejectors, S/N 384458. Blue finish with nickel engraved receiver; high grade walnut checkered English stock. LOP 14.25”, drop at heel 2.5”, drop at comb 1.625”. Canvas and leather carry case. Excellent condition with excellent bores. It retains all of its original finish and the wood rates excellent with a couple of very light scratches on the buttstock. This is a very nice small-bore shotgun. $3,500 - $4,500

1036 *Weatherby Athena D’Italia PG Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 20 ga., 26” barrels with screw-in chokes, S/N FS1857. Blue/coin finish, scroll engraved receiver, walnut checkered stocks. Single trigger, ejectors. LOP 14.25”; drop at heel 2.5”; drop at comb 1.5”; three choke tubes. Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun is in near-new condition. $1,200 - $1,800



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1037 **Remington Model 1894 CE Grade Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 30” ordnance steel barrels choked M/IM, S/N 132053. Blue barrels, case colored receiver, walnut checkered stocks. LOP 14/75” over solid rubber recoil pad, DT, automatic ejectors, ivory front bead. Very good condition with excellent bores. It retains ca 80% thinning barrel blue and the receiver is void of finish. It has been re-stocked and the wood-to-metal fit is excellent with the wood proud above the metal. All of the screws are slightly buggered and the front bead is cracked and half is missing. $2,000 - $4,000

1038 *Browning Citori Superlite Grade V Over/Under Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 26” barrels with Invector choke tubes (M/SK), S/N 03783PE103. Coin finished and deeply relief-engraved receiver; hand-engraved and signed on left side “T. Kataoka.” Blue barrels, walnut checkered stocks. LOP 14.25” over factory Browning pad; drop at comb 1.75”; drop at heel 2.25”. Housed in a Jaqua’s hard case. Excellent condition with excellent bores. The only visible wear on this gun is the gold worn off the front of the trigger. $2,000 - $2,500

1039 *Winchester Pre-’64 Model 70 Custom Bolt Action Rifle .458 Winchester magnum caliber, 22.25” barrel, S/N 14019. Blue finish, walnut checkered stock, custom engraved floor plate with gold inlaid lion. Added quarter rib, leather sling. Very good condition with an excellent bore. It has had a hole drilled and plugged on the left side of the receiver and a hole drilled and tapped on top of the barrel in front of the rib. Ex John Malloy Hunting Collection $1,000 - $1,500 208



1040 *Armalite AR-50 Bolt Action Single-Shot Rifle .50 BMG caliber, 33” barrel, S/N 71475. Matte black finish. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. $3,000 - $4,000

1041 *Robinson Armament XCR Semi-Auto Rifle 7.62x39 caliber, 18.6” barrel, S/N XL02672. Side-folding stock, folding sights. Original hard carrying case and papers. New. No magazine present. $1,000 - $1,500



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1042 *Browning Citori Grade VI Sporter Over/ Under Shotgun 28 ga., 30” Invector choked barrels, S/N 25207NN131. Coin finished engraved receiver with 7 gold inlays. Blue barrels, high grade walnut checkered stocks. Original box, papers, extra chokes, extra triggers. Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun is in near-new condition. $2,500 - $3,500

1043 *Ithaca SKB Model 280E Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun .28 ga., 25” barrels choked IC/M, S/N S6286913. Blue finish, walnut checkered stocks. Very good + condition with excellent bores. This gun retains virtually all of the original blue finish, but has a handful of deep dings in the wood. $800 - $1,000

1044 *CVC Classic Sporter Over/Under Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 30” barrels with screw in chokes, S/N CVC-553. Coin finished receiver, blue barrels, walnut checkered stocks. 14.75” LOP over factory rubber pad. Excellent condition with excellent bores. It retains nearly all of the original finish and the wood rates near excellent with many light dings and scratches. $1,000 - $1,500

1045 *Browning Citori Grade VI Over/Under Shotgun Made for the European Market 20 ga., 30” barrels with Invector chokes (IC/Mod), S/N 66018NV. Barrels are marked on right side “20Ga. - 2 3/4” and 3”, Browning SA.” Coin finished receiver, blue barrels, walnut checkered stocks, Schnabel fore end tip. Unsigned receiver features two pheasants in flight on left panel, three ducks in flight on right panel, English setter on the bottom panel, and a grouse on the triggerguard. The balance of engraving is done in scroll and floral patterns. Excellent condition with excellent bores. $1,500 - $2,000 210



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1046 **Parker Bros. BHE Grade 5 Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 20 ga., 28” Damascus barrels, S/N 124640. Case colored receiver, bottom and sides of receiver engraved with dogs flushing pheasants and the rest of the receiver engraved with floral patterns. Ejectors, DT, splinter forearm, checkered butt with skeleton buttplate. L.O.P. 14”; D.A.C. 1.75”; D.A.H. 2”; pistol grip stock with horn cap and gold oval, O frame, 3.4lbs. barrels. 1903 date of mfg., walnut stock with fleur-de-lis checkering and checkered side panels; checkered walnut forearm. Very good condition with excellent bores. The barrels retains nearly all of their thinning Damascus pattern and the receiver retains strong case colors in protected areas. The wood rates very good to near excellent with only minor dings and scratches. It is mechanically excellent and still tight on the face. $3,000 - $5,000

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1047 **Parker DHE Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 32” Titanic steel barrels, S/N 143694. Number 2 frame, 4 lbs. 9 oz. barrels, ejectors, DT, ivory mid-bead, brass front bead, splinter forearm, L.O.P. 14.25” over original pad, D.A.C. 1.75”, D.A.H. 2.125”; 1907 date of mfg. Very good condition with excellent bores. This gun retains ca 80% original barrel blue thinning and turning gray. The frame retains ca 20-25% original case colors, mostly in the protected areas and on the water-table. The wood is very good with a tight 1” crack at rear of the top tang and the original pad has deteriorated and is mashed down from standing upright. $2,500 - $3,500

1048 *S.I.A.C.E. Model 350 GL Self-Cocking Side-by-Side Sidelock Hammer Shotgun .28 ga., 28” barrels, S/N 45732. Coin finished receiver with relief engraving on top, bottom, and borders of the frame and the balance with scroll and floral engraving, gold line inlay on borders of sidelocks and breech end of barrels, gold inlaid rose on bottom of frame. Blue barrels choked F/M, hand-filed solid rib, single trigger, ejectors, 7-pin sidelocks. LOP 14.125”, drop at comb 1.75”, drop at heel 2.125”. High grade walnut checkered stocks, checkered butt, gun cocks the hammers when barrels are opened. Housed in a leather “leg of mutton” case. This exquisite high grade hammer gun remains in likenew condition with no visible wear. $3,000 - $5,000

1049 *Beretta Silver Hawk Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 27.875” barrels, S/N S00383A. Coin finished engraved receiver. Blue barrels choked F/IM, single trigger, ejectors, selective safety. 14.5” LOP, 2” drop at heel, 1.25” drop at comb. Walnut checkered English stock and forearm. Original box and papers. Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun is in near-new condition. $1,800 - $2,200

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1050 *Krieghoff K-80 Over/Under Shotgun, Custom Engraved by Master Engraver Gino Cargnel - Spectacular! 12 ga., 30”- 3” magnum barrels (numbered 8868), S/N 10349. Engraved and gold inlaid by master engraver Gino Cargnel. Engraving features floral motif panels with 2 dogs flushing grouse in a gold and silver oval on the left side of the receiver; 2 dogs pointing a pheasant in a gold and silver oval on the right panel; the bottom of the receiver features a gold and silver oval with a dog holding a rabbit in his mouth; the triggerguard shows a snipe in flight; there is a gold partridge on the top rear of the receiver. All panels are adorned with gold line borders. The fabulous walnut checkered stocks are perfectly fitted to the metal and the pistol grip cap is marked “Brent Umberger, Master Stockmaker.” Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun is fabulous in every sense of the word with the finest quality work done by the masters of the trade. $10,000 - $15,000

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1051 *Browning Citori 325 Grade II Over/Under Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 32” Invector choked barrels, S/N 39570NW. Custom maple stocks, adjustable comb, plam swell, Schnabel forearm tip. Four original choke tubes, two Seminole I/C chokes. KickEez pad, LOP 14.375” over the pad, single trigger, ejectors. Lightly engraved nickel receiver, blue barrels. Original box. Excellent condition with excellent bores. The wood-to-metal fit is excellent and the wood is proud above the metal. It retains nearly all of its original finish. $1,500 - $1,800

1052 *Merkel Model 147EL Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 12 ga., 28” barrels choked C/IC, S/N 385332. Engraved nickel finish receiver, blue barrels, fancy walnut checkered stocks, beavertail fore end, double triggers, cocking indicators. Original leather luggage case. Excellent condition with excellent bores. There is a light rub mark on the right side of the stock. It is in the finish only and not into the wood. $2,500 - $3,500

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1053 *Krieghoff K-80 Bavaria Royale Grade Engraved Over/Under Shotgun 12 ga., 32” multi-choke barrels, S/N 020975. Bavaria Royale scroll engraving with a panel featuring grouse in flight on the left side of the receiver and a panel on the right side featuring ducks in flight, high grade walnut checkered stocks, single trigger, ejectors. Housed in the original Krieghoff aluminum Americase. Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun shows very little wear, but it has some minor dings on the buttstock. $12,000 - $15,000

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1054 *Browning Citori Grade VI Over/Under Shotgun Made for the European Market 12 ga., 30” barrels choked IC/M, S/N 32021NN. Coin finished receiver, blue barrels, high grade walnut checkered stocks, Schnabel fore end tip. Receiver is unsigned, but features two pheasants on the left panel, three ducks on the right panel, an English setter on the bottom panel, and a grouse on the triggerguard. The balance of the engraving is done in scroll and floral patterns. Excellent condition with excellent bores. The wood is excellent with some minor dings and scratches and a 1.25” repaired crack on the left side which is barely visible. The barrels are marked on the right side “12 Ga. - 2 3/4”, Browning S.A.” and underneath the forearm on both barrels “18.5 NP 900BAR”. There is some wear on the gold trigger, $1,500 - $2,000

1055 **Belgian Browning Superposed Broadway Trap Over/Under 12 ga., 32” barrels, S/N 11244S72. Blue finish, custom walnut fleur-de-lis checkered stocks, floral engraving. 625” Broadway rib. LOP 14.75” over Pachmayr pad, drop at heel 2”, drop at comb 1.375”. Excellent condition with excellent bores. It retains ca 99% original blue finish with one triggerguard screw in the white. The extra fancy wood is excellent with a couple of small dings in the finish at the toe. $1,500 - $2,000

1056 **Belgian Browning Superposed Diana Grade Over/Under Shotgun Signed by R. Dewil 12 ga., 30” barrels choked F/M, S/N 80904. blue barrels, coin finished engraved receiver signed by R. Dewil. High grade walnut checkered stocks. LOP 14.375” over original Browning pad. 1960 date of mfg., ivory mid- and front beads, single trigger. Excellent condition with excellent bores. The barrels retains ca 97% original blue finish with only a little wear from sliding the forearm forward to remove the barrels. The receiver rates excellent and the wood is excellent. There are 2 tiny rust pits on the forearm latch and 1 tiny rust pit on the triggerguard. $3,000 - $5,000

1057 **English Holloway & Naughton Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Hammer Shotgun 12 ga., 30” barrels choked F/F. Blue barrels, case colored receiver, walnut checkered replacement stocks, DT, extractors. LOP 15” over solid rubber pad, ivory bead. Consignor states 1928 date of mfg., original splinter forearm is included. Excellent condition with excellent bores. The barrels have been expertly re-blued and the barrel address has been re-cut. The receiver retains ca 40% original case colors. The stocks are professionally made and the fit and finish are excellent. $1,000 - $1,500 216



1058 *Browning BSS Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 20 ga., 28” barrels choked F/M, S/N 01044RR368. Blue finish, walnut checkered stocks, added Simmons vent rib, SST, ejectors, beavertail fore end, English stock. LOP 14.375” over added Pachmayr Whiteline pad. Very good condition with excellent bores. There is a 1.25” scratch on the left side of the receiver and a small ding in the butstock at the wrist. $1,000 - $1,500

1059 *Merkel Model 147EL Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun 20 ga., 30” barrels choked C/C, S/N 384565. Blue barrels, game scene engraved nickel receiver, walnut checkered stocks. LOP 15.25” over added Pachmayr solid rubber pad, DT, ejectors. Housed in the original canvas and leather luggage case. Excellent condition with excellent bores. This gun is in like-new condition with one tiny ding on the stock. $3,000 - $4,000

1060 Set of Krieghoff K80 Over/Under Barrels with Sub-Gauge Tubes 12 ga., 28” ported barrels choked C/IC, Briley tubes in .410, 28 ga., 20 ga. Housed in an aluminum Americase. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM


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1061 Gold and Diamond Shooting Medal 10K gold construction with four high quality diamonds. front features a swallow in flight and the shape of a shield with crossed double-barrel shotguns and a laurel wreath. The back is marked 10K on the pin and the inscription reads “Won By Geo. McG. Morris, 98 out of 105.” Excellent condition. $800 - $1,200

1062 Walking Cane Gun 410 gauge, 27” barrel, 37” overall. Folding trigger. Metal outlined in wood. Excellent. $800 - $1,200

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1063 *Semmerling LM-4 Semi-Auto Pistol .45ACP caliber, 3.5” barrel, S/N 038. Blue finish, black plastic grips, extra magazine. This is a very rare pistol with only 600 ever being produced. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun remains in like-new condition. $3,000 - $4,000

1064 *Semmerling LM-4 Semi-Auto Pistol .45 ACP caliber, 3.5” barrel, S/N 295. Blue finish, black plastic grips. This is a rare pistol with only 600 ever being produced. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun is in near-new condition. $3,000 - $4,000

1065 *Semmerling LM-4 Semi-Auto Pistol .45 ACP caliber, 3.5” barrel, S/N 065. Blue finish, black plastic grips, extra magazine. This is a very rare pistol with only 600 ever being produced. Excellent condition with an excellent bore. This gun remains in like-new condition. $3,000 - $4,000



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1066 Case XX Centennial Mint Set, 1889 to 1989 100 Knives 100-knife set with various patterns includes: 24 genuine India stag handled knives, 16 gold stone handled knives, 3 stainless steel lock-back knives, 57 red jigged bone handled knives, porcelain-over-metal Case XX sign, 100th Anniversary catalog, and carrying case. Mint. $4,000 - $5,000

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1067 Custom Knife by Wm. F. Moran, Lime Kiln, MD 11” o.a.l., 7” clip point blade, 3.25” false edge; ironwood handle, brass pommel with file work edge, brass pommel nut. Brass crossguard with file work edge, maker’s mark on left side of the blade. Leather scabbard. Excellent condition. $6,000 - $8,000

1069 Custom Sub-Hilt Fighting Knife by Willie Rigney 17” o.a.l., 11” blade, satin stainless steel blade, polished stainless steel pommel hilt, and handle spacer. Fossilized walrus ivory handle with red and white Micarta spacers. Excellent condition. $1,500 - $2,000 1068 Custom Lock-Back Folding Knife by Jack Busfield 6.125” o.a.l., 2.75” blade, satin stainless steel construction, inter-frame mother-of-pearl handles. Excellent condition. $1,000 - $1,500



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1070 Custom Tanto Knife by Bob Lum 14.125” o.a.l., 8.25” blade. Satin stainless steel construction, stag handles. Leather sheath. Excellent condition. $1,000 - $1,500

1072 Custom Scorpion #1 Sub-Hilt Fighting Knife by Bill Luckett 15.625” o.a.l., 9.75” double-edge blade. Stainless steel construction, Cocobolo handles with black Micarta spacers. Housed in a fabulous custom exotic wood box by Nelson Gimbert. Excellent condition. $800 - $1,200 222


1071 Custom Three-Knife Eagle Set by Tommy Lee 1) Bowie knife, 13.5” o.a.l., 8.75” blade. Polished stainless steel construction, ivory scrimshaw handles signed “Burdette.” 2) Boot knife, 7.25” o.a.l., 3.625” blade. Polished stainless steel construction, ivory scrimshaw handles. 3) Folding knife, 7” o.a.l., 3” blade. Polished stainless steel construction, ivory scrimshaw handles signed “Burdette.” All in excellent condition. The handles on the Bowie knife are cracked in three places where the pins go through. $1,000 - $1,500

1073 I. W. Kohl Etched Blade German Hunting Knife 9.125” o.a.l., 4.875” blade with 2” false edge. Steel handles with file work and mother-of-pearl inserts with dogs hunting deer on the left side panel and a scrimshawed ship in one right side panel, with the name “B. Evingfreund” surrounded by a floral motif in the other right side panel. The blade is maker marked on the spine “I.W. Kohl” and is nicely etched with a hunter shooting a deer in the woods on the left side. The right side features the hunter’s rifle, hunting knives, hunting horn, and a trophy deer skull in a floral motif. Very good untouched condition with some light staining overall and un-sharpened blade. $800 - $1,200

Historic Firearms and Early Militaria May 1, 2014 — Lots 1100 - 1780 Highlighted items from the second day of the two-day auction. For a complete listing of all lots and detailed descriptions visit cowans.com.

*Remington Model 30 Express Custom Bolt-Action Rifle

**Remington Model 1894 CE Grade Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun

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USS Hartford, Silk and Satin on Painted Canvas, by Thomas Willis Captain D.G. Farragut, Sixth Plate Daguerreotype, Earliest Known Photograph, Ca 1854 Admiral D.G. Farragut’s Yacht Ensign Flag with Inscription USS Hartford, Civil War Marine Corp Drum

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Bibliography Arnold, Chris 1997 Steel Pots: the History of America’s Steel Combat Helmets. San Jose: R. James Bender. Semmer, Charles G. 1996 Remington Double Shotguns. [Denver]: Publ. by the author. Langellier, John P. 2010 U.S. Army Headgear: 1812-1872. Atglen (PA): Schiffer Publishing. Time Life Books 1991 Arms and Equipment of the Union. Alexandria: Time Life.

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* Indicates the weapon is regulated by C&R laws. ** Indicates the weapon is regulated FFL laws. *** Indicates the weapon is regulated NFA laws. 1. HAND GUNS: Non Ohio resident buyers of handguns must first pay for their purchases before leaving the auction. All modern hand guns must be retained by an agent. All buyers must make arrangements with a local firearms dealer in their resident state to provide Cowan's a copy of the FFL license holder to whom any modern handgun will be shipped. Upon receipt of the copy of this license, a purchase will be packaged and shipped (at the buyer’s expense) to the appropriate FFL holder. This is a federal law and must be complied with regardless of a buyer’s resident state. Please allow up to four weeks for delivery. Ohio residents may take possession of a modern handgun immediately after their purchase, provided they successfully complete a NICS background check which can occur on the auction premises or afterwards. Such transfer shall be made by Cowan's. 2. MODERN LONG GUNS: Both residents and non-residents may take possession of modern long arms by first paying, then filing an ATF form 4473 and completing the NICS background check. SPECIAL NOTE: In most cases, the NICS process will take 2-3 minutes to approve or deny. Exceptions may take up to 3 business days. For further information, you may contact the NICS information line at 304.625.2750 or view the information on the website at: http://www.fbi.gov/program/nics/index.htm 3. ANTIQUE GUNS: May be purchased and removed from the auction premises on the day of sale by anyone, resident or non-resident. DISCLAIMER: Neither Cowan Auctioneers, their consignors, employees or agents warrant the safety or the shootability of any firearms in this catalogue. All firearms in this catalogue are sold as collector items. Buyers wishing to fire ANY firearm purchased in this auction are strongly advised to have the weapon(s) examined by a competent gunsmith who will test the weapon for its shootability and also to ensure that the caliber of the breech is, in fact, the caliber that it is thought to be. COWAN’S AUCTIONS, INC. STRICTLY COMPLIES WITH ALL FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE SALE AND TRANSFER OF FIREARMS. UNLESS SPECIFIED ABOVE, ALL TRANSFERS OF MODERN HANDGUNS MUST TAKE PLACE AT: COWAN’S AUCTIONS. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Cowan’s Auctions Class III License Policy Cowan’s Auctions in Cincinnati, Ohio is a recognized dealer in Class III items and is recognized as a (63) NRA Firearms Dealer and will comply with all regulations. Buyers are expected to know their states laws and regulations on machine guns prior to bidding. The following states do not allow individuals to own machine guns: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. For more details please visit the website for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives at www.atf.gov. The three forms necessary to fill out upon purchase of these machine guns will be supplied by Cowan’s Auctions. These forms are: 1) ATF Form #4 (and possibly ATF Form #5) 2) Fingerprint Card, and 3) ATF form 5330.20 Certificate of Compliance.

1 Cowan’s Auction policy is that the buyer will assume all transfer fees relating to the purchase of Class III weapons. 2 All buyers are expected to promptly fill out paperwork and comply with all related laws and regulations. 3 Please allow up to three months, if necessary, for paperwork to be completed to transfer a machine gun.



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ABSENTEE BID FORM

REGISTRATION NO._________________________________________ DATE/TIME RECEIVED _______________________________________ PH/FAX_________________ MAIL___________ E-MAIL____________ SALE NO.__________________________________________________ (FOR OFFICE USE ONLY) Name (please print)__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City___________________________________________________________________________________________ State________________________________________________________ Zip____________ Phone____________________________________________________________ Fax_______________________________________ Email__________________________________________________________

I request that Cowan’s Auctions, Inc. (“Cowan’s”) (i) enter bids on the following lots up to the maximum price I have indicated for each lot in the “Absentee Bid” column; or (ii) reserve a telephone line for telephone bidding for the lots indicated. I request that if Cowan’s is unable to reach me for telephone bidding for a lot, that Cowan’s enter bids on such lot up to the maximum price indicated in the “Insurance Bid” column. I understand that Cowan’s will execute the absentee bids competitively on my behalf. I further understand that Cowan’s executes absentee bids and allows telephone bids as a convenience for customers and that Cowan’s is not responsible for failure to execute bids or for errors relating to the execution of my bids. I agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions for Bidders printed in the auction catalog and listed on Cowan’s website cowanauctions.com and I understand that I am responsible for determining the condition and authenticity of any lot, and that all items are sold AS IS with no returns or refunds. By submitting this Absentee Bid Form, I authorize Cowan’s to obtain a copy of my individual consumer credit report and authorize Cowan’s, at its sole discretion, to use the information contained therein to make business decisions regarding my participation in the bidding process.

Lot No. Description Absentee Bid I Wish to Bid by Phone

Insurance Bid (phone bidders only)

If my bid is successful, I understand that the purchase price for each lot will be the sum of the hammer price, the buyer’s premium, sales tax and all packing, handling, insurance and shipping costs (the “purchase price”). I understand that I will be invoiced within 5 days after the auction and that I will be responsible for paying Cowan’s the full purchase price immediately upon receipt of the invoice. Cowan’s may impose late charges of 1.5% per month (or the highest interest rate allowed) on any amount owed to Cowan’s that remains unpaid after 30 days. By signing this absentee bid form I authorize Cowan’s to charge the credit card listed below for the full purchase price of each lot for which my bid is successful, unless payment in full or alternative payment instructions are received by Cowan’s within 14 days after the date of the auction.

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