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4314 - CONFEDERATE PURCHASE ADAMS REVOLVER AND COMPLETE NAVAL RIG WITH RARE "CN" CONFEDERATE NAVY BUCKLE.
I keep hearing complaints that nothing fresh and new is coming to the market any more. Well, here's one that ought to turn some keys and get the engines started. This is a super-rare set that could set a new precendent. The buckle on this belt is extremely rare and long assumed to be a British import ordered by the Confederate Navy and almost certainly used on a sword belt. I don't think it will be thought that way from here on out. This buckle, which is still attached to its original belt comes with its original British made holster and a massive big-bore Adams Revolver. The gun and rig are in untouched original attic-mint condition. I would guess this rig was one of 50 or 100 sets ordered by the Confederacy for higher ranking Confederate Officers and was ordered solely as a gun rig, sans the sword or ring attachments. It resided in a long-time family gun collection started by a former Union-Pacific Railroad executive and was passed down to the grandson, who was kind enough to sell it to me. Stay tuned, he may have more to come!

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4293 - OUTSTANDING, COLT CIVILIAN THIRD MODEL DRAGOON.
This is one of the best Dragoons that I or anyone else, be it dealer or auction house, has offered in the past 5 years. The pictures speak for themselves. It retains about 70% original blue on the barrel (mostly on the side lugs and barrel bottom) blending with untouched patina. The cylinder retains a nearly perfect, deeply rolled cylinder scene. The balance of both the barrel and cylinder is a mixture of plumbing blue and light brown patina. The lever and hammer show smokey case-colors and the frame shows 95% bright colorful case-hardening on both sides. The grips have all their varnish with minor handling marks. This is a great Dragoon.

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4272 - VOLCANIC PISTOL BY NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY.
This is the difficult to find small-frame 6" barrel Volcanic sometimes referred to as a "Target Model. I don't think I need to describe how nice this gun is. It's not "minty" but it sure is a beauty. It sports deluxe engraving similar to a few large frame models found in the new Volcanic Book. It retains over 90% plating on the frame and maybe 30% on the barrel. The ivory grips are perfect and numbered to the gun. This is a truly fine Volcanic and you may not see another of its kind for quite some time.

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4265 - COLT 3rd MODEL DRAGOON WITH MATCHING SHOULDER STOCK.
I keep heariing from my customers and fellow collectors that they can't find any good Colt's, that they just don't show up any more. Well, here you go! In the 19,XXX range, this big Dragoon is a 100% original 3rd Model with the rare and desirable U. S. Dragoons motif on its cylinder. It shows about 30% blue on the barrel mixing with a deep brown patina on the balance of the gun with blue in the stop-slots. The scene is about 95% and shows a little wear. Grips are very full and fine showing little use. The stock is also very fine showing some blue on the inside of the yolk and the balance a matching brown patina to the gun. Action, edges, markings and screw heads are excellent. This gun was listed in one of Fred Sweeney's catalogs about 15 years ago at $35,000.00. Rarity, condition, desirability and a fair price.

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4244 - CIVIL WAR OFFICERS SPURS. SPECTACULAR, SOLID SILVER EAGLE-HEAD SPURS WITH FANTASTIC HISTORICAL PRESENTATION TO A COLONEL KIA AT THE WILDERNESS.
This is the second time around for these spurs on our website as we just took them back in trade. One can argue that these may be one of the finest and most historical sets of spurs ever to come on the Civil War marketplace. This is the only known set of solid silver Eagles out of the Schuler, Hartley and Graham catalog that I am aware of. Figural spurs such as these and Dolphin Heads are of the rarest and most desirable of known examples, far exceeding those of floral, geometric or plain design. Of course, the American Eagle is tops in all areas of Historical American collectables with military attribution. The Eagle is the iconic figure of American, and at the time, of The Union. In my opinion, these are the best of the best other than those which may be attributed to famous generals of the conflict such as Lee, Grant, etc. These full-form eagles with broad wings have been immaculately hand-chased after casting to produce the finest details. They are in nearly flat-mint condition. In addition, they are inscribed to a battle-worn officer who gave the ultimate at The Battle of the Wilderness in 1864. Both are inscribed, "Presented to Col. Alford B. Chapman by the enlisted men of his regiment, 57th N.Y.V. as a Souvenir of their regards and esteem. May 1864". Chapman served in the 7th NY Militia for 7 years prior to the outbreak of the war. He mustered into the 57th as a Captain in August of 1861 and participated at Fair Oaks, White Oak Swamp, Malvern Hill, Gaines Mill, Bull Run, and Antietam. He is metioned in the Regimental History in several of these engagements. He was promoted throughout these campaigns and became Lt. Colonel and Regimental Commander in the field after Col. Pierson fell mortally wounded at Antietam. During this battle, Captain Gilbert Frederick described the action that the 57th undertook; "The action was furious, the losses monstrous" as the 57th advanced on "Bloody Lane" (the Sunken Road) with the 66th following the Irish Brigade and finally over the ditch running, walking and stumbling over Rebel dead and wounded as they advanced and captured the colors of the 12th Alabama. General Hancock mentions Chapman in his official report on Antietam. Chapman was then heavily involved at the Battle of Fredericksburg, where it is noted in the Regimental history that during the fighting "Colonel Chapman stood by his horse and an orderly said to him, " Colonel, please don't expose yourself unnecessarily." Just then, a bullet struck the orderly on the right side cutting his suspenders and frizzling his flesh. He turned and said,"That was a providential escape." "Yes", said the Colonel and the next moment Chapman was struck, fatally it was thought, in the chest by a miniball. In his pocket were some folded letters and a blank book which stopped the mini from killing him. Horrific reports from the 57th at the battle speak of shells striking bodies of men and filling the air with pieces of flesh, clothing and accoutrements. One shell struck a man in the back, splitting him in two and sending his entrails flying in all directions. Major Throop, who led the 57th after the wounding of Chapman, was killed. Chapman and the 57th saw action at Chancellorsville, and at Gettysburg the 57th under Chapman were heavily engaged in the Wheatfield. At The Wilderness, Chapman had a premonition that he would not survive the day. At noon on the 5th of May, 1864 Chapman was ordered to take command of the skirmish line on the brigade front. He was engaged in these duties until 5 o'clock, when the line pushed forward directly into the path of Hill's Confederate Corps, beginning one of the most horrific and fiercest battles in history. As the 57th charged over the ground, they found Chapmans body on his back, a note clutched to his chest which read, " Dear Father I am mortally wounded. Do not grieve for me. My dearest love to all". The last words of the fallen hero, they are engraved on his tombstone in Greenwood Cemetery.

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4217 - KENTUCKY PISTOLS. A RARE PAIR OF KENTUCKY PISTOLS BY JACOB KUNTZ OF PHILADELPHIA.
Fine Kentucky Pistols are extremely rare and all fans of this segment of Antique Arms Collecting are well aware of that fact. To find a single Kentucky pistol that has withstood the trials of time to remain intact, un-enhanced and in original flintlock is a great rarity. We are also aware that the total number of surviving examples is a mere fraction of the number of surviving rifles. As I've said many times before, finding a pair Kentucky Pistols is one of the most difficult tasks in the entire realm of Gun Collecting. This is a big, fine pair of Kuntz Pistols that are marked on the barrel "Kunz" and "Philad." respectively. Their construction and architecture are virtually identical, with some subtle differences in engraving on the brass mountings. Both have 9" barrels with the better condition gun of about 45 caliber with evidence of rifling to its bore, and the other at 47 caliber that may have been shot enough to warrant its larger size and lack of rifling. Both are rigged with locks marked "Warranted by Konigmacker & Co.". The butt-plates, trigger-guards & tangs, rear ramrod pipes, barrel tangs and the breech end of the barrels show similar, but not perfectly matching engravings. If the lock-maker sounds familiar to you, it should. One of these guns (the one with less stained piano varnish finish) is pictured on page 222 of "Kentucky Rifles and Pistols". At that time, it was owned by an old friend of mine, Tom Seymore, who I visited with several times when I was on the Board of Directors of the Texas Gun Collector Association. At one time, Tom had over 60 Kentucky Pistols in his collection and many of them are pictured in this book. I believe these guns to have been made in a batch, as both have matching sub-assembly numbers to each respective gun, 1 & 2. That's not to say that they were an exact matched pair, but they were certainly made during the same time period and with the intent of the maker to produce at least a few pairs if not this single pair, at that time. The darker gun is in near excellent condition retaining most all of its original, untouched finish. It's wonderful. The second gun has much less original finish to the wood, but the metal is very fine and both are extremely crisp. The lesser gun has some small dark blotches on the barrel but this is not pitting, only staining and some raised up corrosion that could probably be carefully removed. Keep in mind while admiring these guns that they are not a set of the fancier, dainty guns similar to the dueling-type pistols made by Kuntz (a pair sold at auction a couple of years ago for $80,000.00), but a bold and heavy pair of guns made for a Rifleman. They were and are undoubtedly, self-protectors. As there are so few of these guns that come up for sale, this could be the chance of a lifetime to own such a fine set. Please note; As with most of my guns, I would consider taking trade toward the purchase of these pistols. I'm personally looking for nice, high-art rifles by John Armstrong, John Noll, J. P. Beck, Frederick Sell or any other rifles with lots of carving and embellishment, built by the Masters. See additional photos below.

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4217 - ANTIQUE KENTUCKY PISTOLS.
A RARE PAIR OF KENTUCKY PISTOLS BY JACOB KUNTZ OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE DESCRIPTION ABOVE.

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4197 - COLT ROOT REVOLVER WITH IVORY GRIPS, FACTORY ENGRAVED, CASED AND PRESENTED !
This is a wonderful cased Root Revolver and very rare as configured. It is in a deluxe Mahogany casing with presentation plaque on the lid inscribed "Amos Stellenwerth". More information to follow.

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4171 - HAWKEN PLAINS OR MOUNTAIN RIFLE. ORIGINAL, UNTOUCHED FULL-STOCK HAWKEN RIFLE.
Hawken Rifles are an American icon. This is one magnificent Collectors Rifle, and an OUTSTANDING example of one of the most famous of American Firearms. It is the nicest Hawken Rifle that I have ever owned and offered for sale. Untouched and 100% original with the exception of a repair to the face of the hammer, it is a full-stock Mountain Rifle made specifically for the heavy use of gaming Buffalo, large Bear and anyone that tried to inhibit the effort. This is not the usual half-stock Hawken that most of us are familiar with and see for sale at auction once or twice a year, but a massive full-stock of .56 caliber with a 36" barrel and 16 & 1/2" pull. When I laid eyes on it, I thought its weight would be much more than it was. The barrel, and even the stock itself is extremely thick but the larger bore size lightens the barrel considerably compared to others I have owned or handled and it is suprisingly easy to wield. The gun is nearly perfect in all respects showing little use. The condition of the wood is such that no one could ask or want of better condition, color or texture. All metal parts are an untouched patina and the form of the gun is perfect to include the Hawken trademark scrolls of the triggerguard which protect the double-sets and what I unconditionally guarantee is its original cleaning rod with bone tip. The boldly struck Hawken address dates this gun to the 1850's. As even non-collectors know, the Hawken Rifle is the most famous of all arms used by the great Mountain Men of our Western Frontier. They were manuifactured in the shop of Samuel and Jacob Hawken, who learned the craft of riflemaking from their father Christian Hawken of Maryland. An example of Christians work can be found in our Kentucky rifle section of this website. These guns became famous by being the rifle of choice by the likes of Joseph Meek, Jim Bridger, Kit Carson and others. The movie "Jeremiah Johnson" didn't hurt its reputation. Hands-down, one of my favorite items to ever be posted on this website.

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4171 - ANTIQUE HAWKEN RIFLE.
ORIGINAL HAWKEN RIFLE, SEE DESCRIPTION ABOVE.

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3424 - KENTUCKY PISTOLS, RARE MATCHING PAIR OF "GOLDEN AGE' PISTOLS BY A FAMOUS KENTUCKY RIFLE MAKER.
You don't have to be a student of Kentucky Rifles or have a lot of experience in the field to see that these are a very important and beautiful pair of pistols. A collector would scream with glee just to behold a single one of these guns and the pair have already caused some rapid heart rates. From what I've read and been told by a few veterans, they shouldn't even exist, yet here they are in all their glory. The maker is well-known, highly respected for his work and featured more extensively than any other rifle-maker in Kindig's book on the subject of "Golden Age" Rifles. These two guns are nearly identical, with 6 7/8” octagon to round, cannon style barrels of 50 caliber. The guns are wonderfully balanced when held in the hand. The wood is a beautiful Tiger-striped maple and each is mounted with identical side-plates and butt-caps of brass, with 3 silver pins rising from the back of butt-plates, each smaller than the next as they ascend, possibly suggesting a flash trail of ignition. There is an absolutely distinct carving to the sides and back of each barrel tang, matching in architecture and quality of execution consisting of beautiful c-scrolls that form a triangular panel behind the tang. This panel is checkered and the treatment as a whole definitively and unquestionably matches the beautiful carving on most all rifles by this maker. The locks do not have roller frizzens and their form date the guns as originating from 1790 – 1810. They are magnificent specimens made by one of the most popular makers of the “Golden Age", virtually unrivalled in their rarity and desirability and are worthy of the finest Institutional or Personal collection. The trademark carving of the barrel tangs leaves no question in the minds of those that have examined them and the consensus opinion is that these guns are the only pistols ever discovered that are definitively made by Leonard Reedy.

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3423 - CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION SWORD TO MAJOR GENERAL SOOY SMITH.
General Sooy Smith was a favorite of both General U.S. Grant and General W.T. Sherman serving as Commanding Officer of the 1st Division 16th Army Corps during the Vicksburg Campaign, Chief of Cavalry - Department of the Tennessee July to October of 1863 and as Chief of Cavalry Military Division of the Mississippi - October to July of 1864. This sword is a spectacular example of the high grade staff and field swords that were made-up from imported Clauberg parts. Please refer to pages 499 & 500 of Civil War Army Swords for additional images and details of this sword. It was presented to General Sooy Smith by the Officers of the 13th Regt of Ohio Volunteers, his first regiment and with whom he fought until his elevation to General Officer. The hilt and scabbard have a heavily applied gilt finish with a cast silver grip and applied semi precious jewels on both the grip and in the eyes of the Eagle head quillon. The scabbard mounts are wide cast and chased to resemble long tendrils of foliate but from a distance resemble golden icicles with an extremely rich overall appearance. The hilt and scabbard are likely made from Clauberg parts imported by Bailey & Company who were retailers of fine military goods. The cast silver grip (possibly German Silver) appears to be American made and the stones indicate the likely assembly by Bailey, who was known for this specific embellishment. The sword was definitely assembled and finished in the US. The blade is wonderfully etched with martial themes. This is a rarely seen and very richly appointed presentation sword to a President Lincoln appointed and congressionally approved General Officer with great Civil War history. For the very finest institutional, museum or personal collection.

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3414 - TIFFANY SWORD, PRESENTATION GRADE, OF LT. COLONEL ENOCH JOHNSON, 2ND VERMONT VOLUNTEER INFANTRY.
This is unquestionably, one of the finest swords we have ever offered and only the second or third of this Tiffany pattern ever discovered. I have seen only one other and that was cased with accessories that sold at auction a few years ago for nearly $150,000.00. The condition of this example is far superior, as it retains 99% original gold gilt to the hilt and scabbard. The blade shows some light spotting and staining but is very fine condition-wise. Enoch Johnson and the 4th Vermont (who prented him this sword) had a spectacular history serving in virtually every major battle in the Army of the Potomac. The 2nd Regiment was organized at Burlington and there mustered into the U. S. service on June 20, 1861. It was attached to Howard's brigade, Heintzelman's Division, with which it fought at Bull Run on July 21. It was next sent to Chain bridge for guard duty along the Potomac, and assisted in the construction of Forts Marcy and Ethan Allen. In September it was formed with the 4th and 5th Vermont regiments into the Vermont Brigade, the 2nd brigade of Smith's division. It was ordered to Newport News and participated in the Peninsular campaign. It was in action at Young's Mills, Lee's Mills and Williamsburg. In the organization of the 6th Corps, the Vermont Brigade, to which had been added the 6th Vt., became the 2nd brigade, 2nd division. On June 26 it shared in the battle of Golding's farm and in the Seven Days' battles it was repeatedly engaged. It was ordered to Alexandria and to Bull Run late in August. The corps was not ordered into the battle and was next in action at Crampton's Gap and Antietam in September. It fought at Fredericksburg Dec. 13, 1862, after which winter quarters were established near Falmouth and broken for the Chancellorsville battles in May, where the 6th Corps made a gallant charge upon the heights. It fought at Gettysburg, and from Aug. 14 to Sep. 13, 1863, the brigade was stationed in New York to guard against rioting and then rejoined the corps. Winter quarters were occupied with the Army of the Potomac near the Rapidan and a large number of members of the regiment reenlisted. The command continued in the field as a veteran organization and broke camp May 4, 1864, for the Wilderness campaign. On the opening day of the fight at the Wilderness, Col. Stone was killed and Lt. Col. Tyler fatally wounded, our man Johnson taking command. A number of the bravest officers and men perished in the month following, during which the Vermont Brigade fought valiantly day after day with wonderful endurance, at the famous "bloody angle" at Spotsylvania, at Cold Harbor (Johnson being cited for gallantry) and in the early assaults on Petersburg. On July 10 it formed a part of the force ordered to hasten to Washington to defend the city against Gen. Early, and shared in the campaign in the Shenandoah Valley which followed - the fatiguing marches and counter-marches and then the battles of Charlestown, Fisher's Hill, Winchester and Cedar Creek, where Johnson was again sighted for gallantry while leading his regiment. During the last named battle the brigade held its ground when it seemed no longer tenable and only withdrew when it was left alone. Returning with the 6th Corps to Petersburg in December, it participated in the charge on March 25, 1865, and the final assault April 2, after which it joined in the pursuit of Lee's army and was active at the battle of Sailor's Creek, April 6, where it is said to have fired the last shot of the 6th Corps. The service of the 2nd closed with participation in the grand review of the Union armies at Washington. The total strength of the regiment was 1,858 and the loss by death 399, of which number 224 were killed or died of wounds and 175 from other causes. In his well-known work on 'Regimental Losses," Col. Fox mentions the 2nd Vt. infantry among the "three hundred fighting regiments" of the Union army. Johnson began his career as a 2nd Lieutenant and rose to the rank of Lt. Colonel, commanding the Regiment in several engagements. A fighter throughout the war, Johnson earned this sword and the accolades that were given with it. The sword comes with muster sheets, additional documentation and a Regimental History of the 4th Vermont. Another museum quality piece for a top Civil War Collection, public or private.

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3407 - FIRST MODEL SCHOFIELD REVOLVER MADE BY SMITH & WESSON.
I have had several of these big 44 caliber martial arms over the years, but this is the first in the last 3 years that was worth paying attention to. It is an excellent gun with 98% original blue to the frame and 80% on the barrel, which is usually greyed-out from the lug to the muzzle. This one is a mix of blue and plumb patina where they are normally handled in that area, way better than average. The cylinder shows about 60% blue mixing with plumb-brown and the grips are outstanding with a perfect cartouche. All the case on the hammer and aan excellent action. Many of these guns were issued to the Buffalo Soldiers out west. It's the best I've ever handled.

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3399 - PRESENTATION CIVIL WAR SWORD, CASED WITH ALL ACCESSORIES AND RARE, CARVED IVORY GRIPS.
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3398 - MERWIN & HULBERT SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER, LARGE-FRAME, EARLY OPEN-TOP MODEL, FACTORY ENGRAVED WITH FACTORY IVORY GRIPS.
This is a very fine condition to near excellent Merwin & Hulbert with 7" barrel and standard Hopkins & Allen, Norwich address. It shows factory engraving with black enamel in the cuts and a wonderfully aged pair of factory ivories on its squared butt. In near excellent condition, the barrel shows 85% original nickel mixing with patina that is primarily on the left side where one would normally hold the pistol during break-down. The frame and cylinder show 98% nickel. The grips are wonderful as is the overall look of the gun which is accented with the black cuts. Left side of frame with engraved Mexican Eagle & Snake motif. These unusual guns have become more and more popular to collectors over the past 20 years. The unique construction of these guns (specifically the method for loading and extracting) have made them not only a curiosity, but many authorities now consider them superior to the Colt Single Action.

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3392 - ALLEN & WHELLOCK 44 LIPFIRE REVOLVER.
Hands-down, one of the very best condition of this model ever offered for sale.

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3385 - 1866 WINCHESTER RIFLE, HENRY MARKED IN THE 29xxx RANGE.
This is a tremendous gun in excellent condition to include every feature, be it wood or metal. Call for details.

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3384 - PRICE AND DESCRIPTION ABOVE.
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3375 - BURNSIDE CARBINE IN NEAR MINT CONDITION.
The pictures are a good enough description in themselves on this item. The best I have ever had, nearly flat mint and certainly un-issued.

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3355 - KENTUCKY CAP & BALL RIFLE BY JOHN PARKS JR.
A masterpiece, as good as it gets in terms of an inlayed Kentucky Rifle from this maker and probably his finest work. 109 pieces of silver adorn this fine percussion rifle to include a huge spread-winged eagle on the cheek piece, standing Indian with rifle in back of the cheekpiece and a small percussion pistol behind the lock-plate. Extremely thin and dainty with an over-all length of almost 57" and in 44 caliber. The wood is an outstanding piece of curly maple and all embellishments are excecuted in a most tasteful manner. Signed "John Parks Jr." on top of the barrel. Not an expensive, big, carved early gun but a top-of-the-food-chain example of an inlayed Kentucky from the Susquehanna region and worthy of the finest collection of that type or interest.

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3338 - MODEL 1875 SPRINGFIELD OFFICERS TRAPDOOR RIFLE.
The Springfield Officers Rifles are of the most famous and desirable of all guns manufactured during the Indian Wars period. The Model 1873 Trapdoor Springfield was the first standard-issued breech-loading rifle adopted by the United States Army. In both full-length and carbine versions, the Trapdoor was widely used in the Black Hills War and in subsequent battles during the Indian Wars of the 1870's and 80's. The Springfield Officers Model is considered by collectors as the most beautiful product ever produced by the famed Springfield Armory and of over a half million guns produced, fewer than 500 were Officers Models. These rifles were not issued to officers but were available for special order to any U. S. Army Officer who desired to purchase one of these beautifully engraved specimens. This particular specimen is in excellent condition showing 99% original blue on its barrel showing very slight toning, 70% soft smokey case colors and near mint wood. It shows minor handling marks on the wood and metal surfaces but no field use and is generally in excellent condition. It shows the rare sight configurations of globe and peep front sight, standard rear sight and Creedmore style tang sight adjustable for windage and elevation. The Model 1875 is much more difficult to find in excellent condition than the later versions which are cartouched and dated 1881 or '85. These are most often found in great condition with brighter case colors. This is the earlier, harder to find model and would be a great gun for any antique gun collector and especially for those that specialize or desire examples from the Indian Wars period.

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3320 - CONFEDERATE S. C. ROBINSON RICHMOND CARBINE.
This rare Confederate longarm is one of the most popular Confederate Carbines. These were primarily issued to Cavalry Troopers of Jeb Stuart's Army of Northern Virginia Cavalry Regiments. This one is super sharp and crisp to include all action, edges and markings. The wood is nice and full and the barrel retains strong rifling. The serial number is in the 19XX range making it an early second model and the only other markings are the Richmond, Va. barrel address, standard for the second series of guns after the Confederate Government took over Robinson's factory operations. these guns saw heavy use and are seldom found in this condition. If you are looking for one great carbine to throw on the Confederate side of your gun room, this would be a perfect example.

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3293 - IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL FLAG WITH CAPTURE HISTORY.
Measuring 19" on the hoist and 29" on the fly, this little beauty was captured in Rome, Georgia by Private Arthur D. Palmer of the 52nd Ohio and sent home to his sister. It's the perfect size for framing not only the flag, but the documents that go with it. It is accompanied with 7 letters that Arthur wrote home, the last of which he proudly announces, "Dear Sister, enclosed will find a Confederate Flag. It is one that I captured on the night that we entered Rome. It is not a very large one". It was the last letter that Arthur ever wrote home as soon afterward he was captured, imprisoned and susequently died in a Confederate prison camp at Chattanooga, Tennessee in 1864. Also with the flag is a 1954 newspaper clipping from the Painesville (Ohio) News Herald with a cover photo showing Arthurs great niece holding up this very flag for her grandson to view. This is a local find directly from the family descendants. Interestingly, I appeared on the front page of this very newspaper in March of 1972, surfing on Lake Erie. I still have my board but a lot less hair!

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3284 - VOLCANIC PISTOL. NAVY SIZED VOLCANIC PISTOL BY NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY WITH 8" BARREL.
This gun is in excellent condition throughout with 92 - 94% bright blue with edge-wear and small spots of scattered corrosion about the barrel. Bolt and riser show much of their original fire blue and the lever and hammer show about 50% case colors. The frame is a beautiful, deep patina and the grips are near mint. This is a great, investment quality Volcanic.

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