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PACKAGE OF 4MM FLOBERT PRIMED CASES
Here is a round pasteboard box of primed cases for a 4mm Flobert pistol. Printed label on lid, printed red “tape” around side. Empty cases have “KC” headstamp. Good condition, but unknown… (172-4106). Learn More »
$100.00
Originally $125.00
BOOK, “D.L. NIMSCHKE, FIREARMS ENGRAVER” BY R.L. WILSON
Hardcover with dust jacket, 10.5" x 13", 108 pages. This 1992 reprint edition was limited to 1,500 copies. Original edition published in 1965. Very good condition overall. This is copied from the… (236-1052). Learn More »
FIRST REVISED EDITION COPY OF “CONFEDERATE CARBINES & MUSKETOONS” BY MURPHY
Nice, clean, tight, copy of the above titled book. Volume was written by John M. Murphy with supplemental research done by Howard Michael Madaus and published in 2002. The volume runs 320 pages with… (1285-06). Learn More »
BURNSIDE 5TH MODEL CARBINE
This is the Burnside single shot percussion carbine, Model 1864, aka "5th model". It is a .54 caliber carbine manufactured by the Burnside Rifle Co., in Providence, Rhode Island. General Ambrose… (2025-341). Learn More »
$1,750.00
SOLD
1858 DATED BATTY “PEACE” FLASK- LAST YEAR OF PRODUCTION
This is a nice, untouched example of the Batty “Peace Flask” with a great un-messed with patina, good seams, good definition to the raised motifs with just a slight push at lower center of either… (632-101). Learn More »
ORIGINAL, EARLY MODEL CIVIL WAR GALLAGER CARBINE
An early example of a single shot, breech loading, .50 caliber, percussion model Gallagher carbine issued to the Federal cavalry during the Civil War. Mahlon J. Gallagher, a South Carolina native,… (1268-380). Learn More »
$2,495.00
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ALLEN AND WHEELOCK .32 CALIBER SIDEHAMMER RIMFIRE REVOLVER
Manufactured from about 1859 to 1862, pistols these were handy personal arms for civilians and officers, with likely some enlisted soldiers sneaking them into camp at the beginning of the Civil War.… (2024-1603). Learn More »
$450.00
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.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE BY E. & A. LUDLOW
This is an original English-made Enfield cartridge for the .577 caliber Enfield rifle. Made by the firm of E. & A. Ludlow Brothers in Birmingham England and imported into the Confederacy through… (2025-364). Learn More »
$100.00
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.50 CALIBER SMITH CARBINE CARTRIDGE, POULTNEY'S PATENT
Manufactured under Poultney's patent (#40,988 dated December 15, 1863) which was originally granted to Thomas Rodman and Silas Crispin who assigned it to Thomas Poultney. The cartridge case is made of… (2025-363). Learn More »
$95.00
SOLD
12MM LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER
Presented here is a M1854, 12mm Lefaucheux pinfire revolver. This style of handgun was designed and produced by the highly-acclaimed inventor of European firearms, Eugene Lefaucheux. Referred to as… (2025-327). Learn More »
$1,295.00
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BACON 2ND MODEL POCKET REVOLVER S/N 108
Offered here is one of Thomas Bacon’s classic designs, the 2nd Model Pocket Revolver. These guns were inspired by the Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver and at least some of the design work was done… (2025-336). Learn More »
MINT JAPANESE NAMBU TYPE 14 PISTOL WITH MATCHING MAG
Exceptional Like-New example of the standard Japanese 8mm service pistol of World War II. This pistol is impossible to upgrade. Principal markings include: “18392” (serial number). Kanji… (2025-365). Learn More »
VERY FINE MODEL 1842 HARPERS FERRY RIFLED-MUSKET, DATED 1854
Model 1842, .69 caliber musket manufactured at Harpers Ferry and later rifled. Springfield and Harpers Ferry modified approximately 14,000 M1842 smoothbore muskets by rifling the barrels, adding a… (1268-182). Learn More »
MINTY COLT “SPECIAL MODEL 1861” MUSKET, DATED 1863
This original Civil War shoulder arm is a Colt “Special Model 1861” contract rifle musket made from 1861 to 1865 by the Colt Manufacturing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. Though no serial… (1268-185). Learn More »
ORIGINAL, PRE-WAR COLT M1851 ‘NAVY’ LONDON REVOLVER
Presented here is a Second Model specimen of an original Colt 1851 Navy ‘London’ revolver in complete but fair condition. Colt designated the term ‘Navy’ to imply the caliber (.36) of the… (2025-332). Learn More »
U.S. M1855 .58 CALIBER BALL SCREW
Excellent specimen of an appendage used with the M1855, M1861, M1863, and possibly any other muskets. This is a ball screw (or puller) designed to extract musket balls from .58 caliber rifle muskets.… (286-1418). Learn More »
$65.00
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U.S. MODEL 1866 COMBINATION TOOL
This is a non-excavated model 1866 musket tool made from surplus M1855 combination tool. Three screw driver blades with the cone wrench cut off and two “spanner” pins cut in place. This spanner… (1268-189). Learn More »
U.S. MODEL 1855 TUMBLER PUNCH
Just about every US rifle or carbine cartridge box of the period has a small separate implement pouch for the gun tools, oily rags, etc., necessary for the cleaning and maintenance of the soldier’s… (1268-191). Learn More »
.52 CALIBER SHARPS CARBINE/RIFLE CARTRIDGE
Linen cartridge for the Sharps "New Model" carbine and rifle. Bullet, linen, and tissue paper closing bottom are all in fine condition. Perfect to display with any percussion Sharps long arm.… (2025-289). Learn More »
MINTY MAUSER P.08 MADE IN 1939
Exceptional example of a rare variant German Army 9mm Luger pistol in mint condition! Principal markings include: “3656n” (serial number); “S/42” (manufacturer’s code); “1939” (year of… (2025-155). Learn More »
$3,600.00
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SHARPS AND HANKINS NAVY CARBINE
This is a good example of the single-shot, breech-loading .52 Caliber rimfire Sharps and Hankins Navy Carbine, also known as the Second Model or Model 1862, complete, all original, and showing some… (1244-01). Learn More »
$3,000.00
Originally $3,250.00
NICE COLT M1848 DRAGOON HOLSTER
The M1848 Dragoon was slightly lighter than the previous Walker. However, the Ordnance Department believed it was still too large, heavy and awkward to be carried in anything but pommel holsters. This… (1268-756B). Learn More »
$895.00
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.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPER
This is an original cartridge containing a .58 caliber, Williams, Type III bullet. Patented and manufactured by Elijah D. Williams. Williams’ patent called for the use of zinc washers and a pin… (1268-195). Learn More »
$225.00
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.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – TAN PAPER
This is an original cartridge containing a .58 caliber, Williams, Type III bullet. Patented and manufactured by Elijah D. Williams. Williams’ patent called for the use of zinc washers and a pin… (1268-194). Learn More »
$125.00
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.69 CALIBER ROUND BALL CARTRIDGE
This is an original .69 caliber round ball cartridge. Composed of a .69 caliber round ball wrapped in cartridge paper and tied with string above and below the ball. The cartridge paper is in good… (1268-193). Learn More »
$225.00
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.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE
Paper cartridge for the Enfield rifle. English-made cartridge containing .577 caliber bullet. Bullet end dipped in wax with regulation cut visible under the wax. Typical tape “band” construction… (1268-106). Learn More »
$175.00
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12MM PERRIN REVOLVER CARTRIDGE
This is a self-contained and primed copper cartridge with flat-nosed lead bullet. The copper case has been cleaned. These were centerfire cartridges where the primer was held internally, seated on an… (1212-198). Learn More »
COSTON’S “NIGHT-SIGNAL” FLARE CARTRIDGE
Offered here is a scarce signal flare cartridge. Measures 2.75” long overall and 1” in diameter. White and green wrapper. Excellent condition. The signals prepared in the form of these cartridges,… (1268-197). Learn More »
$495.00
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ONE-PIECE “SLIM JIM” HOLSTER – EX-TEXAS MUSEUM COLLECTION
This is a brown leather “Slim Jim” holster for M1851, M1861 Colt Navy, and subsequent conversions. Holster body is one piece, joined by a single seam stitch along the rear. Stitching remains… (1179-700B). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR IMPORT AUSTRIAN/PIEDMONT-SARDINIA/LIEGE MUSKETOON
This nice looking imported musketoon likely arrived in the U.S. courtesy of American purchasing agents scouring Europe for arms in 1861 and 1862. This is smoothbore, .70 caliber, with an overall… (998-27). Learn More »
$1,200.00
Originally $1,650.00
SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER WITH 6-INCH BARREL
This is a Smith & Wesson, No. 2, Old Model Army Revolver. It is a .32 caliber, six-shot revolver with 6” octagonal barrel and rosewood handles. Has late Civil War serial number of 34813.… (2025-168). Learn More »
$695.00
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SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1, SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER
This revolver is .22 caliber, yet these pistols were nevertheless popular as ultra-concealable self-defense weapons that were faster to reload than many revolver models of the era. Variations of… (2024-1846). Learn More »
SCARCE JOSLYN “TRANSITIONAL” MODEL 1862 CARBINE
The Joslyn carbine Model 1862, often referred to as the First Model, was a cavalry weapon that used an innovative pivoting breechblock system invented and patented by Massachusetts gun designer… (490-3802). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR CARBINE BULLET DISPLAY
Offered here is a fine sampling of carbine bullets, with a couple of complete cartridges, used by the cavalry during the Civil War; displayed nicely in a matted riker case. All bullets labeled with… (2025-164). Learn More »
GETTYSBURG MICHIGAN CAVALRY BRIGADE SPENCER RIFLE: SECOND DELIVERY “COPELAND” SPENCER, SERIAL #1811 WITH CONFEDERATE “Q” CLEANED AND REPAIRED STAMP
M1860 Spencer Army Rifles are highly sought after and one falling in the serial number range for issue in Custer’s Michigan Cavalry Brigade before Gettysburg is a holy grail for many. This one has… (172-6073). Learn More »
ORIGINAL SMITH CARBINE IN UNISSUED CONDITION
Invented and patented by Gilbert Smith of Buttermilk Falls, New York in late 1855, here is an original Civil War Smith carbine in mint condition. This single-shot, percussion carbine is a .50 caliber,… (1268-385). Learn More »
SMALL OILER FOR P1853 ENFIELD RIFLES, FROM CHANCELLORSVILLE
Face has a nice even dark patina with a good strong “US” stamping. Face is free from any major dings or dents but does have scattered light brown spotting from ground action. Reverse has 99% of… (236-1048). Learn More »
$85.00
SOLD
J.M. COOPER DOUBLE-ACTION NAVY MODEL REVOLVER
Cooper began making guns in Pittsburgh from circa 1850s-1864 then moved to Philadelphia and made guns there from 1864-69, approximately 15,000 of all models. This is the “Second model” as made in… (2024-2059). Learn More »
$550.00
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COLT 1851 NAVY REVOLVER
Colt's belt pistol was a market favorite dating from the California Gold Rush and during its long production run, several variations were manufactured. Without a doubt, the 1851 Navy was one of the… (2024-1951). Learn More »
A RARE SURVIVOR: EARLY-WAR CONFEDERATE MARKED BRITISH P53 ARTILLERY CARBINE #1500 WITH A TENNESSEE PROVENANCE
British artillery carbines were used by both Confederate cavalry and infantry: in October 1862 Jeb Stuart wanted to exchange rifles carried by some his troopers for “Enfield carbines (artillery) in… (846-571). Learn More »
NICE WHITNEY PLYMOUTH NAVY RIFLE, DATED 1863
These rifles are often referred to as Plymouth Rifles because the initial batch of rifles, from which the contract pattern was derived, were tested on board the USS Plymouth from 1856-1858 under the… (490-6953). Learn More »
INTERESTING MARTIALLY MARKED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER
This revolver, likely due to damage, is made up out of two original revolvers! One of the serial numbers, 66862, on the wedge, barrel, frame, and cylinder, dates half of this revolver to early 1857… (2024-637). Learn More »
G. T. DAVIDSON AND CO. FULL STOCK PERCUSSION RIFLE
This attractive gun is an antique full-stock percussion long rifle with a Tyler Davidson Lock, made circa the 1840s in Ohio. The barrel is heavy and octagonal. The bore is .43 caliber and while dull,… (172-6067). Learn More »
WONDERFUL ELLIOT LIGHT DRAGOON FLINTLOCK PISTOL
A Scotsman born in 1717, George Eliott rose through the ranks to become Aide-de-Camp to King George II by 1756. In 1759, he raised and commanded the 1st Light Horse and thus began the concept… (2024-1115). Learn More »
$895.00
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BOX FOR 50 REMINGTON CARBINE CARTRIDGES – CRITTENDEN & TIBBALS
Pasteboard box covered with a marbled wrap and green label and tape. Box held fifty “No. 46” rimfire cartridges. Box only no cartridges remain. Green label on top shows wear but remains in good… (172-5462). Learn More »
$225.00
Originally $295.00
HOLSTER FOR A FIVE-INCH COLT POCKET REVOLVER
This is a brown leather belt holster in good condition for a Colt .32 caliber percussion pocket revolver with a 5-inch barrel. The holster is a simple three-piece construction of the body and flap in… (172-5400). Learn More »
$375.00
Originally $475.00
TOOLED LEATHER MODEL 1851/1861 NAVY SIZE REVOLVER HOLSTER
Several holsters of this configuration for navy size revolvers are illustrated in Meadows and are seen in period photos. They key point of identification is the use of an elongated flap extending in… (172-5395). Learn More »
$650.00
Originally $825.00
COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER
The Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, a replacement for the Baby Dragoon, was the most widely produced of any Colt percussion pistol. Nearly 340,000 were manufactured during a 23-year production run that… (2024-1950). Learn More »
$495.00
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SHORT BARREL LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE REVOLVER
With protruding firing pins the cartridges for pinfire revolvers seem to be asking for trouble, but their early appearance gave them a lead in the market for self-contained metallic cartridges with no… (490-7191). Learn More »
BAVARIAN PERCUSSION REVOLVER BY REINHARD STAHL
This five-shot percussion has a robust solid frame reminiscent of Adams revolvers and a loading assembly like a Colt. It is profusely engraved with floral vines and scrolls on the frame and hammer,… (836-22). Learn More »
$635.00
Originally $750.00
UNALTERED JENKS “MULE EAR” NAVY CARBINE
A very fine carbine, this Jenks Navy-marked carbine made by the N. P. Ames Company of Springfield, Massachusetts is one of only 4,250 made between 1843 and 1846. This rifled, .54 caliber shoulder… (490-3971). Learn More »
VERY NICE KETLAND PERCUSSION TRADE PISTOL
This lovely single shot pistol features a 9.25” long round, tapered barrel of approximately .60 caliber. Top flat at breech is marked “LONDON” amid light engraving. Birmingham private view and… (490-3446). Learn More »
$895.00
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2nd MODEL JOSLYN CARBINE
The Joslyn carbine Model 1864 called the Second Model used an innovative breechloading, single-shot, .52 caliber rimfire system invented and was patented by Massachusetts gun designer Benjamin… (2024-1945). Learn More »
$1,395.00
SOLD
SCARCE JOSHUA AND CHARLES BARSTOW 1808 CONTRACT MUSKET WITH BAYONET
Joshua Barstow and son Charles of Exeter, NH, signed a U.S. contract for 2,500 muskets 21 October 1808, with 500 to be delivered to Fort Constitution at Portsmouth, NH, annually over a five-year term.… (1037-15). Learn More »
$2,700.00
Originally $3,250.00
ORIGINAL M1816 TYPE I UNALTERED FLINTLOCK MUSKET BY POMEROY WITH NORTH CAROLINA MARKINGS
Longarm specimen is an original M1816, dated 1818. Although the lock does not bear the maker’s name we know it was made by Pomeroy of Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Musket is a .69 caliber, single shot… (1037-05). Learn More »
$2,750.00
Originally $3,450.00
HALF STOCK PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE – J. V. GEIGER
This beautiful rifle was made by gunsmith J.V. Geiger and features many lovely characteristics. The heavy, octagonal .50 caliber barrel measures just under 36” and, while the bore is dull, the… (2024-562). Learn More »
$495.00
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SPRINGFIELD 1838 DATED M1816 PERCUSSION CONVERSION MUSKET FROM THE YORK SPRINGS, PA., G.A.R. POST, WITH MILITARY RACK MARKINGS
A good example of a classic early Civil War musket: a Model 1816 converted from flintlock to percussion in the early 1850s to bring it up to par with the new, percussion M1842 muskets. These are .69… (1202-429). Learn More »
WELL USED UNTOUCHED 1862 DATED M1861 SPRINGFIELD WITH CONFEDERATE C&R INITIALS AND SOLDIER’S NAME ON STOCK
This is an untouched M1861 Springfield Rifle Musket in well-used condition bearing both the “A” and “Q” stamps associated with arms passing through the Confederate Ordnance cleaning and repair… (490-7186). Learn More »
.44 CALIBER PAPER CARTRIDGES FOR COLT, REMINGTON, & OTHER “ARMY” REVOLVERS
We have a quantity of Civil War cartridges for .44 caliber “Army” revolvers. These are paper cartridges with the short, New Model Colt bullet in them made by the Colt Cartridge Works. All… (2024-1527). Learn More »
RARE HARPER’S FERRY TYPE II M1855 PERCUSSION RIFLE - DATED 1859
It is estimated that the Harpers Ferry arsenal manufactured 5,151 Type II M1855 rifles in the years preceding the Civil War. The 3-banded version of the M55 was considered the rifle-musket, while… (490-4624). Learn More »
PAIR OF CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED IVORY-GRIPPED LARGE IRON-TRIGGERGUARD COLT M1851 NAVIES
Formerly in the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum, this pair of consecutively numbered Colt 1851 Navies are Late Third Models, numbered 64964 and 64965, dating to late 1856 or early 1857,… (1179-700K). Learn More »
$11,900.00
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EXCEEDINGLY RARE COLT 3rd MODEL DRAGOON REVOLVER
The Third Model Dragoon numbers stand at ten thousand from 1851 through 1860. This design had more variations as compared to its earlier counterparts. Some of the third model Colt Dragoon Revolvers… (2023-2992). Learn More »
$4,950.00
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SPENCER REPEATING RIFLE
With financial backing from his father, Christopher Spencer patented the design of this rifle in 1860 and commissioned prototypes, with Connecticut ammunition makers Crittenden & Tibbals hired to… (490-7020). Learn More »
$5,950.00
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IDENTIFIED COLT 1862 POLICE REVOLVER
In 1861 Colt introduced two new pocket model revolvers in the more powerful .36 caliber chambering. Until that time, all of Colt’s “Pocket” guns had been .31 caliber, or in the case of some of… (2024-638). Learn More »
$2,750.00
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NICE M1841 HARPERS FERRY MISSISSIPPI RIFLE
Over 75,000 Model 1841 Rifles were manufactured at both the U.S. Armory at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, and under private contract. Mississippi troops serving under future Confederate President Jefferson… (1142-67). Learn More »
NICE COLT M1851 NAVY REVOLVER WITH RESTAMPED SERIAL NUMBER
According to the serial number of “208406” that has been restamped in several locations, this revolver was manufactured in early 1869, making this a very rare example from the final years of the… (2023-2475). Learn More »
NICE ALLEN AND WHEELOCK NAVY LIPFIRE REVOLVER
This is a very nice example of the rare .36cal "Navy" version of the rare "Lip Fire" Revolvers made by Ethan Allen and his brother-in-law Thomas Wheelock in Worcester, Mass. In 1856 the two formed a… (2022-2433). Learn More »
CONNECTICUT ARMS AND MANUFACTURING CO. HAMMOND .44 RIMFIRE “BULLDOG” PISTOL, WITH WOOD GRIPS
Most of the production models of the single-shot .44 caliber Hammond “Bulldog” seem to have been made with composite grips (often simply, but inaccurately referred to as gutta-percha.) This one… (490-7039). Learn More »
VERY SCARCE ARROW AND STAR MARKED MOORE DERINGER
The Moore deringer was the first of the large caliber metallic cartridge deringers according to Flayderman. They were made by the Moore Patent Firearms Company in Brooklyn from about 1860 to 1865 when… (490-7035). Learn More »
TIN POWDER FLASK FROM HERCULES POWDER COMPANY
This gun powder tin is in the shape of a flask, painted orange, and with a small belt loop on the back. Measures 8.5” tall, 4.5” wide. Features the oval Hercules graphic on the front and… (490-7181). Learn More »
$145.00
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UNIQUE OKLAHOMA STAMPED COLT MODEL 1860 REVOLVER
Colt’s 1860 Army revolver, otherwise known as the New Army revolver, was the most common sidearm issued during the American Civil War. The U.S. Cavalry adopted it readily in 1860 and it remained the… (172-5928). Learn More »
TIN POWDER CAN FROM HERCULES POWDER COMPANY
This gun powder tin is painted yellow-orange and remains in very good condition. Measures 6” tall and 4” wide. Features a round paper label pasted to the front with the Hercules graphic and text.… (490-7173). Learn More »
A PERSUASIVE POCKET PISTOL: CONNECTICUT ARMS AND MANUFACTURING CO. HAMMOND .44 RIMFIRE “BULLDOG” PISTOL, CA. 1865-1868
This robustly constructed, single-shot .44 caliber Hammond “Bulldog” rates about very good for condition, showing about 10-15% finish: some thin blue mixed with gray on the barrel, blue shifted to… (490-7038). Learn More »
MODEL 1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVER – RARE EARLY 4 SCREW VARIANT
This very nice percussion cap and ball sidearm is an early, original Civil War Model 1860 Army revolver in very good condition. This is one of some 200,000 M1860 Army revolvers made from 1860 through… (766-1993). Learn More »
$1,850.00
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RARE WAR OF 1812 SIMEON NORTH U.S. MODEL 1813 ARMY PISTOL
This is a very professional and very well done reconversion to flint of a very hard to find US military pistol, in strong condition, showing very good metal, sharp lock, proof and mating markings, and… (431-69). Learn More »
SINGLE ACTION STARR M1863 “IMPROVED ARMY” REVOLVER
Starr revolvers were surpassed in production numbers only by Colt and Remington during the Civil War and are thus a key piece in Civil War revolver or cavalry collection. In fact, along with… (431-68). Learn More »
BEAUTIFUL, RARE PLANT’S PATENT MERWIN AND BRAY REVOLVER
This “Army” pattern revolver was manufactured in an obscure .42 caliber, firing an exclusive “cup primed” cartridge. Approximately 8,000 of these pistols were produced during the mid-1860’s… (2022-2431). Learn More »
$975.00
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EXCEPTIONALLY RARE BALTIMORE CITY POLICE ENGRAVED COLT POCKET REVOLVER
The venerable Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver could be found the world over before and during the Civil War. Combining the adequate power of .31 caliber with a healthy powder charge, and a small… (490-3167). Learn More »
BRITISH FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY DUTTON
Iron mounted flintlock pistol with a .69 caliber, smoothbore, octagonal barrel 8-inches long. There are London view and proofmarks on the left barrel flat near the breech, the maker’s name… (2024-1775). Learn More »
“CENTURY OLD BELGIAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL”
We take our heading from the 1927 Bannerman catalog entry for this pistol. Aside from two small illegible marks on the right butt, we see no exterior markings and have not taken it apart, but the… (2024-1774). Learn More »
ATTRACTIVE GERMAN SILVER MOUNTED FULL STOCK PERCUSSION RIFLE WITH DEFREES LOCK
This is a very good looking hunting rifle with nicely tiger-striped applied graining, mounted with a brass buttplate and the other fittings, both decorative and functional, in German silver. The side… (2024-1848). Learn More »
VERY GOOD, NEAR FINE IVORY GRIP GUSTAVE YOUNG STYLE ENGRAVED COLT M1851 NAVY MADE IN 1859
This very pretty Colt Navy is serial number 92278, giving it a manufacture date of 1859, and is an early 4th Model, with no capping groove and larger triggerguard. The serial numbers match throughout… (1179-674). Learn More »
$7,500.00
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DOG AND PHEASANT MOTIF SLOPING CHARGER POWDER FLASK FOR REMINGTON REVOLVERS
This pattern of flask is associated with cased Remington Army and Navy revolvers. The embossed motifs feature a pair of standing pheasants at top, who seem to have met their fate in bottom panel,… (490-6975). Learn More »
INDIAN WARS SHARPS CARBINE METALLIC CARTRIDGE CONVERSION
Starting in 1867 the government started upgrading rifles and carbines to take metallic cartridges. This included some 31,098 Sharps carbines, New Model 1859, 1863 and 1865 patterns, which were taken… (172-6027). Learn More »
VERY RARE US MODEL 1830 WEST POINT CADET MUSKET, 36-INCH BARREL: ONE OF JUST ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-FOUR MADE FOR WEST POINT
The Model 1830 cadet musket was the first musket designed and fabricated specifically for cadets at the US Military Academy, the cadet corps until that time having used the M1817 Artillery Musket,… (490-3492). Learn More »
CONNECTICUT ARMS AND MANUFACTURING CO. HAMMOND .44 RIMFIRE “BULLDOG” PISTOL, CA. 1865-1868
This is a strong example of the standard production with 4-inch barrel, gutta-percha (thermoplastic) checkered grips, chambered for the .44 rimfire cartridge. These pistols were elegantly styled by… (490-7040). Learn More »
VERY SCARCE US GOVERNMENT PURCHASE MERRILL RIFLE
This Merrill breechloading rifle is one of just 566 contracted for by the US government in December 1861 and delivered from August through December 1862, inspected and marked by Zadock Butt, and known… (490-7012). Learn More »
.58 CALIBER RIFLE MUSKET CARTRIDGE
Regulation tan paper cartridge for the U.S. .58 caliber rifled musket. This is the typical "minie ball" cartridge of the American Civil War. Known as the "regulation" or "American military" style of… (2024-2131). Learn More »
SCARCE ALLEN AND WHEELOCK CENTER-HAMMER LIPFIRE .36 CALIBER NAVY REVOLVER
Ethan Allen, with his various partners, was a significant figure in the history of American firearms manufacture though overshadowed in popular (well, at least collector) memory by Colt, Remington,… (490-6720). Learn More »
NICE, COMPLETE EARLY-MID 18TH CENTURY FRENCH MUSKET LOCK
This pattern of lock and its construction typifies those found on French muskets or fusils prior to the advent of the famed m1777 “Charleville” musket. This is most likely a 1728 - 1766 pattern… (766-2040). Learn More »
USED HANDSEWN CONFEDERATE WARTIME MANUFACTURE HOLSTER
This holster features hallmarks of Confederate wartime manufacture, including a press brass button closure, hand stitched seams, hand stitched closure flap, and hand stitched belt loop attachment. The… (1202-190). Learn More »
US MODEL 1842 RAMROD SPRING BAR
Good clean condition. [ad] [ph:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY PROGRAM. CLICK HERE FOR OUR… (689-88). Learn More »
$75.00
Originally $100.00
FLINTLOCK MUSKET VENT PICK AND BRUSH SET
This was an essential military gun tool during the flintlock era: a wire pick for clearing the vent hole of the musket and small horsehair brush for cleaning out the priming pan. Overall length is… (2024-1346). Learn More »
SCARCE CONFEDERATE USED, C.S. ORDNANCE “CLEANED AND REPAIRED” FOURTH MODEL BURNSIDE CARBINE
This Burnside carbine shows it saw some heavy service and on the bottom of the stock bears a “Q” final inspection stamp of the Confederate Cleaning and Recovery (“C&R”) service. The… (490-7048). Learn More »
1ST EDITION COPY OF “CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS” BY MURPHY & MADAUS FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS
Very fine condition copy of “CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS: INFANTRY SMALL ARMS MANUFACTURED IN THE SOUTHERN CONFEDERACY 1861-1865” by John M. Murphy and Howard Michael Madaus published in… (2022-1304). Learn More »
CONNECTICUT ARMS AND MANUFACTURING CO. HAMMOND .44 RIMFIRE “BULLDOG” DERINGER, CA. 1865-1868
This is the standard configuration for the Connecticut Arms Hammond “Bulldog” pistol, a single-shot .44 cal. Deringer with 4-inch barrel, that would have proved a persuasive at short range. This… (490-7036). Learn More »
CONNECTICUT ARMS AND MANUFACTURING CO. HAMMOND .44 RIMFIRE “BULLDOG” DERINGER, CA. 1865-1868
This attractive, single-shot Deringer rates very good or near fine for condition with smooth metal, all original parts, sharp lettering, nice grips and near 30 percent or so original finish showing as… (490-6876). Learn More »
“EXTREMELY RARE” SILVERED BRASS FRAME ALLEN AND WHEELOCK DROP-BREECH RIMFIRE RIFLE
Also known as the Allen Drop Breech, these breech-loading rimfire rifles were produced in limited numbers at Worcester, MA, from 1860 to 1871. Flayderman estimates them at 1,500 to 2,000 all told, but… (172-6030). Learn More »
WHITNEY “PLYMOUTH” 1861 PERCUSSION NAVY RIFLE
Produced at the Whitney Armory near New Haven, Connecticut early in the Civil War, this original long arm is often referred to as either the Plymouth rifle, the Whitneyville rifle or the Dahlgren… (2024-1698). Learn More »
$1,650.00
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CIVIL WAR SPENCER M1860 CAVALRY CARBINE
This is a good, representative Spencer carbine, likely brought home by a veteran, sporterized slightly for use around the farm or taken west in the early years after the war. The carbine is the… (172-6026). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR SMITH CAVALRY CARBINE #5941
This Smith carbine, complete and all original, rates very good or near fine for overall condition with lots of original finish, good markings, strong color to the metal and wood showing a little… (172-6029). Learn More »
JAMES DIXON & SONS STARS AND DOTS SMALL SIZE POWDER FLASK
With a body measuring just three inches, this bag-shaped flask is the smallest of six variations on the pattern recorded by Riling as made by James Dixon and Sons of Sheffield. This would be correct… (490-6976). Learn More »
CONNECTICUT ARMS & MANUFACTURING CO. HAMMOND .44 RIMFIRE “BULLDOG” DERRINGER, CA. 1865-1868
This single-shot pistol is in very good condition, with clear markings and original blued barrel and casehardening on the frame. This is their standard production with 4” long barrel,… (490-7031). Learn More »
COLT LICENSED MINIATURE COLT BUNTLINE REVOLVER
Excellent condition, just about new-in-box miniature Colt Buntline. This has a case-hardened frame, blued barrel, and walnut grips, and is fitted with a folding rear sight on top of the flat frame.… (490-6814). Learn More »
ANSON MILLS PATENT CARTRIDGE BELT FOR THE .45-70
This H-shaped, stamped belt plate was adopted by the U.S. Army in 1886 and used on what is sometimes called the “loose-loop” belt, which has woven cartridge loops. This clean blue belt and brass… (1216-219). Learn More »
P1853 ENFIELD RIFLE MUSKET, DATED 1862, CONFEDERATE “CAPTURED, CLEANED, AND REPAIRED”
This is an English Pattern 1853 rifle musket that was imported into the country and used during the Civil War. Likely imported into the North and then “captured or collected” by Confederate… (490-6966). Learn More »
VERY PRETTY YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN
This a small, very pretty York County powder horn in about excellent condition, with nicely turned spout matching the rich brown color of the upper portion of the horn that smoothly transitions into… (490-6906). Learn More »
YORK COUNTY SCREW TIP POWDER HORN
This is a York County style powder horn made with a screw tip that is now missing, but with the upper portion of the spout clearly showing remnants of the threads that secured it. The form is… (490-6905). Learn More »
ALL-METAL RING TRIGGER PERCUSSION DERINGER
These small, unmarked, all-metal single action and singe-shot percussion pistols are the product of Bacon and Company of Norwich, CT, and manufactured in very small numbers from about 1852 to 1858, by… (490-7034). Learn More »
EARLY YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN
This is an early, classically York County style powder horn with two incised lines running around the top edge of the lathe-turned, convex base plug mirroring the two parallel incised lines along the… (490-6904). Learn More »
.35 CALIBER MAYNARD CARTRIDGE WITH COPPER RIVETED DISK
Dr. Edward Maynard held patent #22,565 dated January 11, 1859. By this patent, cartridge cases for the Maynard carbine were made of drawn brass to form a tube with a closed end. A brass disk was… (1212-186). Learn More »
BRITISH SERGEANTS’ WRENCH FOR SNIDER RIFLES
This is the combination tool for Snider-Enfield rifles. This style would have been made after September of 1866 when the Snider conversion of Enfield rifles was adopted. This is the usual British… (2024-503). Learn More »
NEW YORK CONTRACT REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK WITH RACK NUMBERS
In the search for new metallic cartridge arms after the Civil War the U.S. government went with the trapdoor system, but New York went with the Remington rolling block, which was popular elsewhere in… (172-5976). Learn More »
RARE HANOVERIAN TIGE-RIFLE BULLET MOLD
This is a two-piece, scissor-type bullet mold made of brass. The two halves are held together with an iron pin. One arm is marked with a “2”. The mold measures 7.25” long overall. Brass exhibits… (1211-256). Learn More »
VERY RARE “TENNESSEE RIFLE” MINIE BALL MOLD
This is a two-piece, scissor-type bullet mold made of brass. The two halves are held together with an iron pin. Each half is marked with a “2”. The mold measures 5.25” long overall. Brass… (1211-257). Learn More »
SPANISH AMERICAN WAR SHELL CASING FROM SALUTE FOR COL. C.H. WIKOFF, HIGHEST RANKING US OFFICER KILLED IN ACTION IN THE SPANISH AMERICAN WAR - SAN JUAN HILL
This fired brass shell casing was kept as a memento from the funeral of the highest-ranking U.S. officer killed in action in the Spanish-American War and comes with a period pencil note reading:… (1240-14). Learn More »
VERY NICE “DERRINGER” SINGLE SHOT PISTOL
The term “derringer” became a generic misspelling during the reporting of the Lincoln assassination, which was committed with a concealed Philadelphia Deringer. Many copies of the original… (172-6009). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE “CAPTURED AND COLLECTED” 5TH MODEL BURNSIDE CARBINE
Confederate “Captured and Collected” 5th Model Burnside Carbine. .54 cal. percussion single shot cavalry weapon produced by the Burnside Rifle Co. in Providence, Rhode Island. General Ambrose… (490-7021). Learn More »
RARE REMINGTON ELLIOTT US NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION, ENGRAVED
This is a rare Remington, one of just 1,020 Remington percussion Navy revolvers altered to .38 caliber centerfire for the government by Remington in 1875. This is to be distinguished from five or six… (431-67). Learn More »
VERY SCARCE CONNECTICUT CONTRACT ETHAN STILLMAN MUSKET
Ethan Stillman of Burlington, CT, is best known for his 1808 contract with the U.S. government to supply 2,500 muskets patterned on the U.S. Model 1795 as then being produced at Springfield. As it… (721-116). Learn More »
REMINGTON MODEL 1862 CONTRACT RIFLE, AKA MODEL 1863 CONTRACT RIFLE AND “REMINGTON ZOUAVE”
One of the most attractive U.S. martial arms, the Remington 1862 Contract Rifle (Moller,) or the 1863 Contract Rifle (Flayderman,) has been known for decades as the “Zouave,” a nickname drawing a… (401-55). Learn More »
P.S. JUSTICE RIFLE MUSKET
This a very good example of the .69 caliber rifle musket made in Philadelphia by P.S. Justice at the beginning of the Civil War. The mounts are brass: nose cap, three convex, clamping barrel bands,… (1179-086). Learn More »
FINE REMINGTON TYPE-1 SPLIT-BREECH CARBINE
The split breech Remington carbine is the precursor of the rolling block action, which for a time played a major role in the international military arms market. This was the first Remington arm using… (490-6797). Learn More »
$2,895.00
SOLD
KITTREDGE MARKED FRANK WESSON DOUBLE-TRIGGER .44 CARBINE #4328
The Wesson is a scarce military carbine, made in .44 rimfire and sold mainly through gun dealers Kittredge and Company, of Cincinnati, to Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Kansas and Missouri for issue to… (1219-36). Learn More »
SCARCE EARLY WAR .44 CALIBER JOHNSTON & DOW CARTRIDGE
This is a .44 caliber revolver cartridge by Johnston & Dow of New York in excellent condition. Johnston & Dow received patent #33,393, #34,061, and #35,687 dated October 1, 1861, January 7,… (2024-1287). Learn More »
LARGE TWO-SIDED, 26-CAVITY IRON RIFLE BALL MOLD
Very large iron hinge-type mold to cast 26 lead round balls. Twelve cavities on top and twelve on the bottom. Each side is complete with its own funnel/sprue cutter. Cavities measure approximately… (236-1007). Learn More »
GOLDMARK PERCUSSION CAP TIN FOR COLT BELT AND POCKET PISTOLS
Plain unfinished tin with label; measures approximately 1” tall x 1.5” in diameter. The body of the container has very nice tin finish with no rust. Lid has green paper label that reads “D [_]… (490-6899). Learn More »
RARE .71 CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD
Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for muskets. Single cavity mold with spout on top and a sprue cutter in handle. Cavity measures approximately 0.695”. The number “13” is… (236-1002). Learn More »
DOUBLE-ACTION STARR .44 REVOLVER
This is a double-action Starr revolver in good condition that was likely for the civilian market. It is all original and had at some point been nickel plated; much of that plating is now worn off. The… (2022-2435). Learn More »
SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER
This is a Smith & Wesson, No. 2, Old Model Army Revolver. It is a .32 caliber, six-shot revolver with a 6” octagonal barrel and rosewood handles. Post-Civil War serial number of 46822.… (490-6867). Learn More »
SCARCE LEMAN MILITIA RIFLE
This is a very good example of a scarce rifle. Henry E. Leman made just 300 or so rifles of this pattern, including some variations. This is all original and complete with ramrod, sights, bands,… (490-6825). Learn More »
PISTOL POWDER FLASK
This powder flask likely came in a cased set, but was small enough to carry in a pocket and apparently was for the owner lightly scratched his initials, “JWH” on the side of the brass top. The… (490-6782A). Learn More »
$150.00
SOLD
SHARPS AND HANKINS NAVY CARBINE
This is a good example of the single-shot, breech-loading .52 Caliber rimfire Sharps and Hankins Navy Carbine, also known as the Second Model or Model 1862, complete, all original, and showing some… (1224-01). Learn More »
US NAVY HOLSTER FOR 1895 DOUBLE ACTION COLT
This holster pattern was adopted by the Navy in 1889 for the new .38 Caliber double-action revolvers ordered that year, most of which were returned to Colt for alteration to the Model 1895 cylinder… (431-72). Learn More »
RARE 250-COUNT CIVIL WAR ERA ELEY BROS CAP TIN WITH LABEL FOR COLT’S PISTOLS
Here is an original Civil War era tin of pistol-sized percussion caps made by Eley Brothers of London. This is the taller (1” tall) 250 count size tin. The japanned tin remains in very good… (2024-135). Learn More »
$350.00
SOLD
HOLSTER FOR M1861 COLT NAVY OR M1860 ARMY
This is a military non-regulation holster, unmarked, and typical of those purchased privately by officers or making their way into service by way of early war state troops and in the case of… (431-73). Learn More »
ADJUSTABLE BRASS POWDER MEASURE
This is an adjustable powder measure about 3 ½ inches long overall, made of brass, fitted with a small steel heart-shaped or winged thumbscrew at the bottom to adjust the interior rod fitted with a… (2024-160). Learn More »
VERY NICE CONDITION EARLY CIVIL WAR U.S. CAVALRY HOLSTER
This is a very good condition early-war holster for a .36 caliber revolver with full military flap, wide belt loop secured by stitching and three rivets, toe plug, and sewn latch tab. The stitching is… (286-1332). Learn More »
$695.00
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COLT MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION .38 CAL. LONG BARREL LIGHTNING REVOLVER
Lots of original blue and some case colors with immaculate checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant colt at top on either side, about excellent condition. Long barrel version with ejector. Barrel… (490-5575). Learn More »
HORN OILER
This is a wonderful, little pocket-sized oiler made like a small powder horn, with a small suspension chain fitting two rings on either side of the flat top so that it could be hung up at a work bench… (2024-157). Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-125). Learn More »
VERY RARE FULL TIN OF “BULLETED BREECH CAPS” BY W. & C. ELEY, LONDON
Offered here is a very fine condition japanned tin filled with 100 “bulleted breech caps.” A printed paper label on the lid reads, “100 Superior BULLETED BREECH CAPS. / W. & C. ELEY,… (2024-124). Learn More »
SCARCE J. HENRY & SON “SABER RIFLE” PENNSYLVANIA MILITIA AND EARLY WAR VOLUNTEERS, ILLUSTRATED IN DRILL MANUALS
These scarce, attractive and rather unique looking .58 caliber rifles made by J. Henry & Son have 35-inch octagon-to-round browned barrels, long-range rear sights and brass mounts encompassing the… (1193-24). Learn More »
"DUG" .58 CALIBER RIFLE MUSKET CARTRIDGE BY JOHNSON & DOW
Johnson & Dow received patents #33,393, #34,061, and #35,687 dated October 1, 1861, January 7, and June 24, 1862 for their cartridges. Using paper or fabric that was treated to make it… (236-944). Learn More »
.35 CALIBER MAYNARD CARTRIDGE
Dr. Edward Maynard held patent #22,565 dated January 11, 1859. By this patent, cartridge cases for the Maynard carbine were made of drawn brass to form a tube with a closed end. A brass disk was… (236-942). Learn More »
YORK COUNTY POWDER HORN
An elegant powder horn. From the size, a priming horn (approx 8" in length). Pleasing cream colored body shading to a greenish brown at the spout. The base is convex, lathe turned to produce incised… (480-354). Learn More »
12MM PINFIRE CARTRIDGE BY CHARLES FUSNOT
These are cartridges for the Lefaucheux revolver. This is the “short” pinfire cartridge; with lead bullet seated into a copper case with a stout pin protruding from the bottom edge. This features… (M19951). Learn More »
.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE
This specimen is a very nice regulation paper wrapped skin cartridge for the British “Monkey Tail” rifles. This one is wrapped in tan paper. Cloth tear strip sticking out of the bottom end. Very… (1212-40). Learn More »
.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPER
This specimen is a very nice paper wrapped skin cartridge for the British “Monkey Tail” rifles. This one is unusual as it is wrapped in blue paper (typically tan paper). Cloth tear strip sticking… (1212-54). Learn More »
REPRODUCTION .44 REMINGTON BY PIETTA WITH SPARE CYLINDER
Revolver has an 8.00 inch octagon barrel and a six-shot cylinder. Barrel, loading lever, cylinder and frame are all finished bright. All nipples are present on the cylinder. Hammer is also bright.… (922-30). Learn More »
BURNSIDE 5TH MODEL CARBINE, CONFEDERATE “CLEANED & REPAIRED”
This is the Burnside single shot percussion carbine, Model 1864, aka "5th model". It is a .54 caliber carbine manufactured by the Burnside Rifle Co., in Providence, Rhode Island. General Ambrose… (362-1163). Learn More »
EARLY BIRD-SHOT CARTRIDGE FOR 16-GAUGE SHOTGUN
Offered here is an early and interesting shot cartridge. 16-gauge cartridge with powder and shot contained in an outer paper wrapper. Cloth tear strips provide access to the cartridge. An orange label… (1212-138). Learn More »
US MODEL 1840 POMEROY CONTRACT MUSKET RIFLED AND SIGHTED
The US Model 1840 musket is complicated in nomenclature and production details. Initially designated the Model 1835, it was finally designated the 1840 and collectors occasionally call it the Model… (490-4171). Learn More »
SCARCE .36 CALIBER TINFOIL CARTRIDGE BY ELEY, LONDON
This is a very rare cartridge dating to before the Civil War. Made by Eley Brothers in London, this is a .36 caliber pistol cartridge with a tinfoil powder case. The cartridge was then packed in a… (1212-101). Learn More »
US WORLD WAR TWO M-1A1 PARATROOPER CARBINE SCABBARD
Scabbard was designed solely for the M-1A1 folding stock carbine. Made of OD Green canvas the scabbard was slightly padded with a flap at top that was fastened by two lift-dot fasteners. The rear has… (1216-21). Learn More »
LEATHER HOLSTER WITH VERBAL ID TO 17TH & 56TH NORTH CAROLINA CAPTAIN
Small black leather holster made for a small model pistol like a Colt pocket or Bacon revolver. Leather is very thin but in good supple condition. Outer flap has a 5.00 inch long strap sewn to the… (1179-533). Learn More »
VERY NICE ELEY’S WIRE SHOT
A colorful paper container with printed advertising and labels. Round label on the end reads, “ELEY’S / Improved Patent Wire Cartridge / No. 1”. Contains a wire “basket” filled with shot.… (1219-09). Learn More »
.56 CALIBER BILLINGHURST & REQUA CARTRIDGE
This is a complete non-dug cartridge for the 25-barrel Billinghurst & Requa Battery Gun. The brass cartridge case cylinder is closed with a machined base plug that contains an ignition hole. The… (1219-06). Learn More »
WINCHESTER .38-55 BULLET MOLD
Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead .38 caliber ball for the Winchester rifle. Single cavity mold with spout and a sprue cutter mounted on top of the mold blocks. Turned wood handles with brass… (160-203). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S BELT HOLSTER
This belt holster was made for a small revolver, likely a “pocket model” of some sort, very typical of those carried by infantry line officer as a sidearm for personal defense in addition to the… (1179-628). Learn More »
.36 CALIBER (84 GUAGE) ENGLISH REVOLVER CARTRIDGE IN ENVELOPE – ELEY, LONDON
Perfect example of a hard-to-find cartridge. This fine specimen is still encased in its protective outer wrapper, with orange label, and brown cloth pull tab. Many English revolvers from Adams, Kerr,… (1212-112). Learn More »
VERY RARE .50-50 EXPERIMENTAL CARTRIDGE – FRANKFORD ARSENAL
This is a .50 caliber copper rimfire cartridge. One of many profiles and sizes experimented with at the Frankford Arsenal following the Civil War. The search was for the most appropriate bullet,… (1212-146). Learn More »
ENGLISH PERCUSSION CAP PACK
This is a “pulp bag” of percussion caps as manufactured at the Royal Laboratory at Woolwich, England. Each pack was to contain 15 copper percussion caps. Packages are full of caps and twisted… (2023-2737). Learn More »
DRUM CONVERSION OF A STATE OF VIRGINIA SWAN CONTRACT MUSKET MARKED “VA. REGT. FAUQUIER” WITH CUT DOWN STOCK
In 1795 Virginia advertised for a contract to procure 4,000 muskets per annum. Colonel James Swan of Boston offered in September of 1796 to supply 4,000 musket per year for five years for a total of… (1000-245). Learn More »
$3,025.00
Originally $3,800.00
.69 CALIBER POWDER CHARGE – GRAY PAPER
This powder charge is in very good condition. Measures 2” long. Fine gray cartridge paper is tied closed at both ends, however there is also a typical folded tail. A blank musket charge that could… (1212-176). Learn More »
18MM (~.70 CALIBER) CARTRIDGE FOR ALTERED SWISS RIFLES
This cartridge is in excellent condition. Measures 1.9” long. Lubricated over bullet with end tucked into the bullet cavity. These “expanding ball” cartridges were for the Swiss Model 1842… (1212-184). Learn More »
POWDER MEASURE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT
Made of tin this unusual item is listed in Wert’s catalog as a powder measure. It measures 1 5/8 inches deep with a rounded bottom and is 1 ¼ inches in diameter. It has the catalog number 111 on… (224-796). Learn More »
POWDER MEASURE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT
Made of tin this unusual item is listed in Wert’s catalog as a powder measure. It measures 1 ¾ inches deep with a rounded bottom and is 1 1/2 inches in diameter. It has the catalog number 111 on… (224-795). Learn More »
BOOK – SPECIFICATION AND DRAWINGS OF CARTRIDGES FOR SMALL ARMS, PATENTED IN THE UNITED STATES PRIOR TO JANUARY 1, 1878
This is a reprint of the original 1878 edition that was in the collection of Herschel Logan. A high-quality reprint from Armory Publications. 7.5” x 11” x 2.5”, unpaginated. Approximately 300… (236-724). Learn More »
FRENCH 1785 CONTRACT MUSKET FOR THE STATE OF VIRGINIA CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION
After the Revolution and before the adoption of the Federal Constitution, Virginia realized that she had no source of new arms. In 1785, when Patrick Henry was Governor of the state, the Council of… (1000-252). Learn More »
$3,025.00
Originally $3,800.00
PASTEBOARD PACKAGE OF FRENCH PERCUSSION CAPS
Here is a very nice French pasteboard percussion cap container, unopened and full of caps. Round package made of white pasteboard with green paper labels affixed. A white paper label was pasted along… (1212-250). Learn More »
PASTEBOARD PACKAGE OF FRENCH PERCUSSION CAPS
Here is a very nice French pasteboard percussion cap container, unopened and full of caps. Round package made of white pasteboard with green paper labels affixed. A white paper label was pasted along… (1212-210). Learn More »
VERY SCARCE 1799-1800 SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET: 42nd REGIMENT, PITTSYLVANIA
This musket is stamped “42. VA. REGT. PITTSYLVANIA” on the barrel, was later altered to percussion and then shortened for use in the civilian market. It is a scarce survivor from muskets delivered… (1000-241). Learn More »
MODEL 1841 HALL BREECHLOADING RIFLE: A SCARCE RIFLE, MADE IN PERCUSSION, AND THE LAST OF THE BREED
The breechloading Model 1841 Hall rifle retained the .52 caliber 32 5/8” rifled barrel of the Model 1819, but finally caught up with Hall carbines in the use of percussion priming. These are fairly… (490-3498). Learn More »
THUER’S PATENT .36 CALIBER “POCKET NAVY” CARTRIDGE
This is a Thuer’s Patent metallic centerfire cartridge. This short .36 caliber cartridge is in excellent original condition and was for the Colt Thuer conversion “Pocket Navy” revolver. These… (1212-24). Learn More »
REPRODUCTION SET OF CRISPIN CARTRIDGES
This is a cased display set of reproduction Crispin cartridges as given out at the 2005 California Cartridge Collectors Show. Foam-filled plastic case holds five different Crispin cartridges made for… (1212-251). Learn More »
SCARCE MODEL 1841 SPRINGFIELD CADET MUSKET, DATED 1844
Model 1841 Cadet Musket was produced at Springfield Armory between 1844 and 1845. This is one of only 450 of these weapons produced. Intended for the Corps of Cadets at West Point. This is a .57… (1000-138). Learn More »
$6,800.00
Originally $8,500.00
CONFEDERATE CONVERSION OF A MODEL 1816 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET
This weapon is a single shot, muzzle loading, .69 caliber smoothbore musket manufactured at the US armory in Springfield. Originally produced as a flintlock it was converted to percussion by the… (1000-114). Learn More »
$2,000.00
Originally $2,500.00
VERY RARE .36 CALIBER SMITH “RUBBER CASE” CARTRIDGE
Gilbert Smith of Buttermilk Falls, NY, received patent #17,702 in June of 1857 for his invention of a cartridge case made of India rubber. All should be familiar with the .50 caliber Smith carbine… (1212-181). Learn More »
90-BORE (~.36 CALIBER) SHARPS “SPORTING RIFLE” CARTRIDGE
This style of cartridge was originally made prior to the Civil War and eventually replaced in the North by the “New Model” linen cartridges. However, the simple method of just tying the plain… (1212-87). Learn More »
60-BORE (~.44 CALIBER) SHARPS CARTRIDGE, GOMEZ & MILLS PATENT
Here is a very rare 60-Bore Sharps cartridge with a multi-groove bullet by Gomez and Mills. This cartridge is in fine condition. The paper is crisp, and you can clearly see where another cartridge… (1212-85). Learn More »
VERY SCARCE SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET, CIRCA 1799: COMPANY C, 54th REGIMENT, NORFOLK BOROUGH
This musket follows the general lines of a British Short Land Pattern musket, but bears no British maker, ordnance, or proof marks. The lock is a two-screw lock with gooseneck hammer, rounded pan and… (1000-0255). Learn More »
$6,000.00
Originally $7,500.00
VERY RARE .36 CALIBER MARSTON PISTOL CARTRIDGE
U.S. patent #8956 was granted to William W. Marston & Frederick Goodell on May 18, 1852 for this cartridge. It was intended to be used in a breech-loading single shot firearm of Marston's design,… (1212-226). Learn More »
VERY RARE .36 CALIBER SAVAGE “SKIN” CARTRIDGE
Scarce .36 caliber Savage cartridge for Navy revolvers. Here is a cartridge that is rarely offered for sale in this fine condition. This style of cartridge was made by D.C. Sage of Middletown, CT.… (1212-114). Learn More »
COPY OF “ELEY CARTIDGES” FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS
The full title of this volume is “ELEY CARTRIDGES: A HISTORY OF THE SILVERSMITHS AND AMMUNITION MANUFACTURERS” by C. W. Harding and published by Quiller Press of Wykey, Shrewsbury, England in… (236-469). Learn More »
HANDSOME INSCRIBED MOORE REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER OF C.H. RICHMOND
Moore revolvers used the .32 caliber self-contained metallic rimfire cartridge, which was available and convenient. They were not subject to damage by rough handling, weather resistant, and made a… (2023-2603). Learn More »
ELEGANT DOUBLE COMPARTMENT PISTOL POWDER FLASK
This small pistol flask is embossed with an attractive pair of oak leaf and acorn clusters in the top quarter, below which a long, thin, scrolling chevron with dots separates it from a pair of knotted… (490-5380). Learn More »
COLT MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION .38 CAL. SHORT BARREL LIGHTNING REVOLVER
Excellent-plus condition with 90 percent or better original finish, including on the hammer, strong blue and vivid case colors. Excellent, sharply checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant colt at… (490-5576). Learn More »
1849 DATED MEXICAN WAR ERA BATTY “PEACE” POWDER FLASK
Brass powder flask in good condition. The body has one small ding at bottom with a small seam opening. The decoration on the flask consists of a spread-winged eagle above a circle of 20 five-pointed… (160-170). Learn More »
SMALL BRASS POWDER FLASK
This small brass powder flask is decorated with a stamped design of a pheasant in amongst some cattails and weeds. Decoration is present on both sides of the flask. Flask meas. approx. 3.50 inches… (160-167). Learn More »
2004 COPY OF “THE GILLESPIE GUN MAKERS OF EAST FORK NC”
Title is by T. Dennis Glazener and published by him in 2004. Book is soft cover and meas. approx. 8.50 x 11.00 inches and runs 76 pages. Covers are clean as is the interior. The book is profusely… (34-183). Learn More »
$40.00
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IRON ROUND BALL MOLD WITH WIPER & “RAMROD”
Small iron scissor-type mold with sprue cutter between both handles. At the end of one handle is a cork screw-like “wiper” and a flat “ramrod” on the end of the other. Measures approximately… (1146-126). Learn More »
SMALL PISTOL POWDER FLASK
This is very small powder flask, possibly of European manufacture and perhaps made on contract for an American retailer, intended for a pocket revolver or small single shot pistol. Measures… (490-5248). Learn More »
MODEL 1858 CADET MUSKET DATED 1858
An original Springfield Model 1858 Cadet rifle musket in .58 caliber in nice condition. Metal surfaces appear to have been cleaned and are bright. The 38.00-inch barrel has a surface that wears a… (490-3489). Learn More »
SMALL PISTOL POWDER FLASK
This is very small powder flask, possibly of European manufacture and perhaps made on contract for an American retailer, intended for a pocket revolver or small single shot pistol. Measures… (490-5247). Learn More »
ORIGINAL THREE-PIECE STEEL CLEANING ROD FOR THE U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL KRAG RIFLE OR CARBINE
The first rods for Krag carbines were two-piece. The three-piece rods were introduced in 1896 and the carrying compartment in the buttstock of the rifle and carbine were accordingly altered to carry… (2022-1783). Learn More »
VOLUME 1 OF REFERENCE WORK CONCERNING WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA GUNSMITHS
Title is “GUNSMITHS OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA VOLUME 1” by Thomas J. Metzgar and James B. Whisker. Published by Old Bedford Village Press of Bedford, Pennsylvania in 1998. Volume is hardcover and… (798-74). Learn More »
PLAIN POWDER FLASK FOR REVOLVERS
This flask is for early pocket model revolvers. Constructed with a copper body, with brass top and spout. Measures approximately 4.75” tall x 2” at widest point. Both sides are plain. Thumb tab… (490-5245). Learn More »
BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER REVOLVER
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. There is no sprue cutter. Cavities remain clean and crisp. There are several small dings on… (490-4365). Learn More »
BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER REVOLVER
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. There is no sprue cutter. There are several small dings on exterior where the mold needed… (490-4364). Learn More »
BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER (120 GAUGE) ADAMS REVOLVER
Brass, two cavity bullet mold for 120 gauge (approx. .31 caliber) English Adams revolver. It casts two elongated bullets. These feature a pointy nose, two grooves, and a solid base. Iron sprue cutter… (490-4378). Learn More »
M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE FOR CONVERSION MUSKETS
Mainspring vise for the many types of early muskets that were converted to percussion ignition. Typical vise mechanism with offset bar to accommodate the older flintlock mainsprings. Excellent… (490-4363). Learn More »
PLAIN PISTOL POWDER FLASK
Constructed with plain copper body and brass top. Funnel unscrews and spring still works. Measures approximately 4.5" tall x 1.5" wide x 1" thick. All surfaces are unadorned, with sides that have… (490-4416). Learn More »
BULLET MOLD FOR .45 CALIBER, COLT M1878 REVOLVER
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .45 caliber Colt Model 1878 revolver. It casts two elongated bullets with grooves. These are the “.45 Long Colt” bullets. Sprue cutter is attached to the top… (490-4399). Learn More »
M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE FOR CONVERSION MUSKETS
Mainspring vise for the many types of early muskets that were converted to percussion ignition. Typical vise mechanism with offset bar to accommodate the older flintlock mainsprings. Excellent… (490-4380). Learn More »
BULLET MOLD FOR .44 CALIBER, COLT ARMY OR "HOLSTER" REVOLVER
Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .44 caliber Colt Army revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. Sprue cutter is attached to the top and is marked "COLT'S / PATENT". Cavities… (490-4376). Learn More »
COMPARTMENTED POWDER FLASK FOR THE AMERICAN MARKET, LIKELY FOR A CASED PAIR OF PHILADELPHIA DERRINGERS
This powder flask was certainly made for the American market. The bottom is fitted with two small, round hinged covers for interior compartments, each with an eagle with raised wings, a U.S. shield on… (30-2245). Learn More »
$575.00
Originally $695.00
CIVIL WAR LEATHER HOLSTER FOR COLT ROOT OR SIMILAR POCKET REVOLVERS
The black leather of the holster is somewhat stiff but can be coaxed to take a weapon. The leather surface shows light crazing throughout. The holster has a rather wide flap with two parallel rows of… (490-3203). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR SMALL POCKET MODEL REVOLVERS
This is a black leather holster made for revolvers. The leather still shows the faint “profile” of a revolver cylinder and barrel. A .31 caliber “pocket” model Colt fits into this holster. The… (2022-1071). Learn More »
RARE BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER "WELLS FARGO" M-1849 COLT REVOLVER
Very rare iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber "Wells Fargo" Colt revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. There is no sprue cutter. Marked "COLT'S / PATENT" across the… (490-4400). Learn More »
1985 STUDY ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE BY THE KENTUCKY RIFLE ASSOCIATION
The full title of this volume is “THE KENTUCKY RIFLE; A TRUE AMERICAN HERITAGE IN PICTURE” by The Kentucky Rifle Association and published by Forte Group of Alexandria, Virginia in 1985. The… (1032-132). Learn More »
VOLUME 1 ONLY OF “AMERICAN MILITARY SHOULDER ARMS” BY MOLLER
The full title of this volume is “AMERICAN MILITARY SHOULDER ARMS – VOLUME 1: COLONIAL AND REVOLUTIONARY WAR ARMS” by George D. Moller and published by University Press of Colorado in 1993. The… (1032-131). Learn More »
LOT OF PINFIRE SHOTGUN CARTRIDGES
Offered here is a lot of nine pinfire shotgun cartridges. One is loaded, all others are unused, empty shells waiting to be filled. The one loaded shell has raised “ELEY LONDON / 12 / 1861” on the… (M23280). Learn More »
TYPE-I RICHARDS CONVERSION COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER
This is great early western Colt center-fire .44 caliber revolver of the 1870s in good condition. The Colt Richards conversion of the 1860 Army was produced starting in 1871 following the expiration… (490-3461). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE FLAP HOLSTER FOR REVOLVER
Hard to find, this is a non-regulation leather holster made to accommodate a large revolver such as a Colt or Remington “Army” revolver. The holster measures 12” along the front edge. Holster is… (1052-209). Learn More »
SPANISH MADE LEFAUCHEUX BY ORBEA HERMANOS
This follows the pattern generally termed the Model 1854, but there were variations. Holding six pinfire 12mm (about .47 caliber) cartridges loaded in the cylinder through a side loading gate and… (2022-2415). Learn More »
INSCRIBED MOORE REVOLVER OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL MURNANE, 169th NEW YORK
This Moore revolver rates very good for condition with little finish left on the barrel assembly, common for Moores from grabbing it there to swing out the barrel assembly and the chamber for loading,… (490-4155). Learn More »
DIXON & SON MARKED POWDER FLASK
This is a pretty powder flask with an adjustable spout and brown lacquered body impressed with a basket weave design on the faces and leaves curling up on either edge, with small brass suspension… (1184-74). Learn More »
HAWKSLEY MARKED POWDER FLASK
Good condition, plain body powder flask with prominent edge seam and adjustable spout measured in drams. Stamped “G.& J.W. HAWKSLEY / SHEFFIELD” on the top of the collar. Constructed with… (1184-71). Learn More »
DERINGER MILITARY FLINTLOCK RIFLE CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION
These rare military arms were produced by Henry Deringer of Philadelphia between 1810 -1820. Overall this weapon meas. approx. 54.00 inches long. The octagon barrel is approx. 38.00 inches long and… (911-57). Learn More »
$4,675.00
Originally $5,200.00
SELECTION OF SOCKET BAYONETS
Below is a list of the bayonets included in the above photos, from top to bottom. Please refer to the individual item#'s when asking questions or placing an order. ITEM# BAYONET… (490-). Learn More »
HINGED CLIP WITH TWO .56 CAL. BILLINGHURST & REQUA CARTRIDGES
Offered here is a rare hinged clip for the Billinghurst-Requa Battery Gun. This is a 36” long piece that was made to hold 25 cartridges at once. Its condition is good with only some light surface… (2022-2886). Learn More »
REMINGTON, MAYNARD TAPE CONVERSION OF M1816 MUSKET
This heavy, full-stock, percussion, .69 caliber, musket was originally a Model 1816 flintlock, smoothbore musket. It was altered to percussion ignition. A new Remington Arms Company Maynard-style… (490-2957). Learn More »
SCARCE U.S. MODEL 1841 PERCUSSION CADET MUSKET
The Model 1841 Cadet musket was made by the Springfield Armory between 1844-1845 with a total of only 450 produced. These weapons were made in .57 caliber with a 40” round barrel. Metal surfaces are… (490-3481). Learn More »
SHARPS AND HANKINS NAVY CARBINE
This is very good example of the single-shot, breech-loading .52 Caliber rimfire Sharps and Hankins Navy Carbine, also known as the Model 1862, complete, all original, with a crisp action, clean and… (172-5792). Learn More »
AMERICAN BRITISH & CONTINENTAL PEPPERBOX ARMS
By Jack Dunlap. Pacific PB Books, Palo Alto, CA., 1964. [Reissue 1967]. 279pp, figures & ills, dust jacket. In gray glazed cloth, 11.25 x 8.5, w/red cover ornament and black cover and spine… (1032-130). Learn More »
TOMPION FOR BURNSIDE CARBINE
A wood tompion for a cavalryman’s .54 caliber Burnside carbine. This has the characteristic ball top, pointed tip, and cruciform slotted body of the Burnside tompions. They are occasionally seen in… (490-3945). Learn More »
HAWKSLEY POWDER FLASK
This has a wonderful profusion of design elements that seems to combine rococo foliate C-scrolls symmetrically arranged with some geometric ornaments- something in the “too much is not enough”… (1184-75). Learn More »
HAWKSLEY POWDER FLASK
A nicely decorated sportsman’s powder flask decorated in two panels with a hunting dog at top and the hunter’s prey at bottom: two stags with prominent antlers standing over a row of five less… (1184-73). Learn More »
VERY NICE SPUR-TRIGGER BACON ARMS CO. POCKET REVOLVER
This first model Bacon Pocket Model rates excellent for condition. The metal is smooth throughout and the barrel, loading assembly, hammer and cylinder have lots of blue finish remaining. The screw… (218-578). Learn More »
$1,695.00
Originally $1,795.00
US MODEL 1855 MAINSPRING VICE
Tool used for removing the mainspring from the lock. Very good condition. Operates properly. [ad] [PH:L] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB… (179-1173). Learn More »
$93.00
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SILVER-MOUNTED QUEEN ANNE TURN-OFF BARREL PISTOL BY NATHANIEL TREVEY CA. 1740-50
Using a truncated stock not extending past the lock and a barrel fitted with a lug at the bottom breech to allow it to be unscrewed for loading, these pistols became popular in the reign of Queen Anne… (490-3434). Learn More »
SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN
This horn dates roughly 1820-1850. It is a plain, working powder horn only about 5 ¼ inches long, a size sometimes thought to be just for priming powder for a flintlock, but convenient enough to be… (1184-79). Learn More »
SMALL HUNTER’S POWDER HORN
This horn dates roughly 1820-1850. It is a plain, working powder horn only about 5 3/4 inches long, a convenient size for pocket or hunting bag. Sometimes considered a small horn just for priming… (1184-77). Learn More »
SCARCE 1799 DATED SPRINGFIELD 1795 TYPE-II MUSKET
Springfield was designated one of two US armories for the manufacture of arms in 1794 and production of the “US muskets, Charleville pattern” (designated the Model 1795 by collectors for… (1052-68). Learn More »
RICHMOND TYPE-II RIFLE MUSKET, MID-1862
This is very good example of a Richmond Type-II rifle musket made in mid-1862 showing the beveled low-hump lock plate introduced in March 1862 and using the early 1862 die strike replaced later in the… (490-2958). Learn More »
“DUG” .50 CALIBER SMITH “RUBBER CASE” CARTRIDGES
Used in the Smith carbine extensively during the early years of the Civil War, we have several specimens of these unusual .50 caliber “rubber case” cartridges in excavated “relic”… (2022-1238). Learn More »
U.S. MODEL 1842 “MISSISSIPPI RIFLE” GUN TOOL MARKED “US”
This is a non-excavated model 1842 musket tool. Two screw driver blades with a box-end wrench. Clearly stamped “US” on the neck. Originally designed for the Mississippi rifle. Iron is clean with… (490-3681). Learn More »
U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1807 (RECONVERTED) FLINTLOCK “INDIAN CARBINE”, DATED 1808
Springfield Armory manufactured 1,202 .54 caliber smoothbore flintlock carbines for the Indian Department between 1807 and 1810. The carbines were intended as gifts for the Native American tribes, but… (1052-97). Learn More »
MODEL 1892 WINCHESTER RIFLE
Serial number 70464, this Model 1892 Winchester is .38 WCF, was made in 1894, and rates near Fine for overall condition with 80% thin shiny blue on the receiver, stronger on the right, with some… (169-533). Learn More »
$4,350.00
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SYKES MARKED FLASK FOR POCKET OR MUFF PISTOLS
This small copper and brass flask is in near mint condition with a very pleasing brown lacquer tone to the copper body, medium untouched patina to the brass collar and spout, and vibrant blue to the… (30-2246). Learn More »
MILITARY FLAP HOLSTER FOR A .31 CALIBER REVOLVER
This is a scarce example of a privately purchased belt holster with a military style flap to carry a small .31 caliber percussion revolver, typical of those carried for personal defense by officers… (480-221). Learn More »
$446.00
Originally $495.00
DOUBLE-ACTION STARR .44 REVOLVER, LIKELY DELIVERED IN APRIL 1863
This double-action Starr revolver is complete, all original, and rates about Excellent for condition, with better than 80 percent original finish, sharp lettering numbering, and very pretty, unmarred… (490-2988). Learn More »
LEATHER SADDLE HOLSTERS FOR THE COLT DRAGOON REVOLVER
Black leather saddle holsters for the large and heavy Colt Dragoon pistols. Overall, the leather is in good condition but the yoke between the holsters shows heavy surface finish loss. Each side of… (490-2779). Learn More »
$1,450.00
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“SLIM JIM” HOLSTER FOR REVOLVER
This is a nice brown leather “Slim Jim” holster for M1851 and M1861 Colt Navy conversions. Holster body is one piece sewn down the back seam. Stitching remains strong and unbroken. Geometric… (1142-128). Learn More »
WOODEN CRATE FOR SHARPS CARBINES DATED AUGUST 1876
Wooden shipping crate for 10 sharps carbines. Crate is missing the lid but is marked on one end with a clear date of “AUGUST 1876.” The same edge has some faint markings that look to read “10… (172-5755). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE ORDNANCE “CAPTURED AND COLLECTED” BRIDESBURG RIFLE MUSKET
Some 200,000 thousand firearms captured or collected by CS Ordnance teams and civilians, along with perhaps another 50,000 turned in by CS units, went through the cleaning and/or repair… (1164-13). Learn More »
$3,250.00
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SCARCE NEW MODEL 1865 SHARPS STILL IN PERCUSSION NEAR FACTORY NEW
There are no appreciable differences between the NM1863 and NM1865 Sharps other than the stamped model designation by the company, and its occasional absence, which some have speculated was due to… (490-2531). Learn More »
.45 CALIBER IRON PISTOL BALL MOLD & BARREL TOOL
Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for revolvers. Measures approximately 3.5” long overall. Single cavity mold with spout. Sprue cutter is formed between the two handles. Cavity… (1164-46). Learn More »
VERY FINE ORIGINAL, FIRST TYPE, TWO-TRIGGER FRANK WESSON RIFLE
Here is an original, seldom-seen Frank Wesson single-shot breechloader in excellent condition, one of the best that we have handled. This 1st Type, twin-trigger, .44 caliber rimfire, Wesson rifle made… (779-09). Learn More »
VERY LARGE POWDER FLASK BY J. DIXON & SONS, SHEFFIELD
This very large flask has to have been for shotguns. Constructed with a copper body, with brass top and spout. Measures approximately 11” tall x 5” at widest point. Unadorned body. Thumb tab and… (172-5639). Learn More »
POWDER FLASK FOR REVOLVERS
This flask is for early pocket model revolvers. Constructed with a copper body, with brass top and spout. Measures approximately 6” tall x 2.75” at widest point. Both sides are plain. Thumb tab… (172-5638). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR M1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER
This is a black leather holster made for revolvers. The leather still shows the “profile” of a revolver cylinder and barrel. A .31 caliber “pocket” model with long barrel fits into this… (172-5636). Learn More »
BLUED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER
This is a Smith & Wesson, No. 2, Old Model Army Revolver. It is a .32 caliber, six-shot revolver with a 5” barrel, rosewood handles. Post-Civil War serial number 60737. Production began in 1861,… (1000-452). Learn More »
.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD PATTERN CARTRIDGE
Fabricated by Ludlow Brothers of Birmingham, England. Nice display in a 8.25” x 12.25” Riker case. Photocopy of an original wrapper at top with info sheet below, and then the cartridge at the… (M24055). Learn More »
RELIC M1873 MAYNARD BULLET MOLD
Iron bullet mold measures approximately 7 ½” long. Two halves pinned with rivet and has floating sprue cutter. Iron is pitted but not badly; could be “dug” or out of a barn. Still opens and… (1117-238). Learn More »
CIVIL WAR KERR REVOLVER HOLSTER ON BELT
This is a black leather holster made to accommodate the Kerr revolver. The leather still shows the “profile” of a revolver cylinder. The holster “pocket” measures approximately 9 ¼” along… (1117-97). Learn More »
BRASS BULLET MOLD FOR “PICKET” TYPE BULLET
Scissor-type mold made of brass. Casts a .44 caliber “picket” or “sugarloaf” style of bullet with rounded base. Measures 6 ½” overall. Brass has a blotchy, dark patina. … (1117-234). Learn More »
ENGLISH PERCUSSION CAP PACK
This is a “pulp bag” of percussion caps as manufactured at the Royal Laboratory at Woolwich, England. Each pack was to contain 15 copper percussion caps. Packages are full of caps and twisted… (M25673). Learn More »
CONFEDERATE CAPTURED US CONTRACT MODEL 1861 MUSKET BY NORWICH
This contract Model 1861 by the Norwich Arms Company is in good condition with a very clear and unmistakable “Q” stamped just forward of the trigger guard showing that it was captured, cleaned and… (362-866). Learn More »
“CAPTURED & COLLECTED” – CONFEDERATE REISSUED FIREARMS
Knott, USN (ret.), Capt. Steven W. Published by The Horse Soldier, 2019. Softcover, 80 pp., heavily illustrated with color photographs. This monograph examines the Confederate system used to recover,… (ST501179). Learn More »
THE CONFEDERATE ENFIELD - NEW REVISED EDITION
***NEWLY REVISED EDITION, JUST ARRIVED FROM THE PRINTER!*** Written by Capt. Steven W. Knott, USN (Ret). Softcover, 54 pages. Contains minor corrections from the first edition, as well as a new… (ST501177). Learn More »
.54 CALIBER CARTRIDGE FOR FAYETTEVILLE RIFLE
Dark worn paper cartridge with conical bullet in nose. The body of the cartridge is complete but the paper looks weary. The tail has separated from the cartridge due to age and weakness of the… (169-280). Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $250.00
.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD PATTERN CARTRIDGE
Fabricated by Ludlow Brothers of Birmingham, England. Nice display in a 8.25” x 12.25” Riker case. Photocopy of an original wrapper at top with info sheet below, and then the cartridge at the… (M24051). Learn More »
HISTORICAL FIREARMS STOLEN FROM THE NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUM IN HARRISBURG, PA
Please click on the photograph above to view a flyer containing information regarding a Model 1860 Henry Rifle and pair of cased presentation Colt Revolvers identified to Secretary of War Simon…. Learn More »
OPENED FULL PACK OF 1870 SPENCER CARBINE BLANKS
Pack has the original brown wrapper and label but string is replacement. Top is cut and held in place by string. Lid can be lifted to view cartridges. Light blue label with black printing reads “10… (172-3989). Learn More »
SPECIAL MODEL 1863 HAMMER
Item is semi-bright with light scattered mottling. Back has small area of surface pitting, nothing major. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB… (689-92). Learn More »
$30.00
Originally $40.00
US .69 CAL. SHORT PATTERN MUSKET WIPERS
This tool is to be attached to the threaded end of the ramrod and used to clean debris out of the barrel. Good condition, light surface rust. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH… (M24178). Learn More »
US .69 CAL. LONG PATTERN MUSKET WIPERS
This tool is to be attached to the threaded end of the ramrod and used to clean debris out of the barrel. Good condition, light surface rust. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS WITH… (M24177). Learn More »
MISSING FIREARM! MODEL 1795 HARPERS FERRY FLINTLOCK MUSKET
This firearm was shipped to one of our customers who never received it. It was tracked as far as the Cleveland area. We are offering a $250.00 reward for its safe return. Thank you. 70,000… (667-24). Learn More »
$3,950.00
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RENAISSANCE MICRO-CRYSTALLINE WAX POLISH - 65ML
CLEANS, RESTORES AND PROTECTS YOUR VALUABLE OBJECTS & COLLECTIBLES We highly recommend this wax for protecting your antique firearms. "For over forty years, RENAISSANCE WAX polish from England has… (ST500752). Learn More »
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1863 PATTERN US CAVALRY GUIDON FROM THE 1st CONNECTICUT CAVALRY
This cavalry guidon was formerly in the personal collection of Jim Stamatelos, well known Civil War collector, dealer, and major contributor of items illustrated in the Time-Life volume “Echoes of Glory:” Arms and Equipment of the Union.” We… (433-14). Learn More »
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