The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench

The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench

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(C) PRE-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 64 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot # 1051 (Sale Order: 51 of 205)      

Made just before commercial production stopped for the war. This model was nothing more than a revamped Model 1894 that was introduced in 1933 and made until 1957. It is a semi-deluxe 94 with half mag, hooded front sight, pistol grip walnut stock with steel shotgun butt-plate. The rear sight is filled and this rifle sports a receiver sight. The rifle has been used but cared for. Metal retains about 70% original factory blue finish that is thinning over-all. The stocks are excellent with just some usual wear. Bore is dark with sharp rifling. Not a collector grade but a very nice shooting version. Barrel Length: 24 "Caliber/Bore: .32 W.S.FFL Status: Curio & RelicManufacturer: WinchesterModel: 64Serial Number: 1255097
Made just before commercial production stopped for the war. This model was nothing more than a revamped Model 1894 that was introduced in 1933 and made until 1957. It is ...morea semi-deluxe 94 with half mag, hooded front sight, pistol grip walnut stock with steel shotgun butt-plate. The rear sight is filled and this rifle sports a receiver sight. The rifle has been used but cared for. Metal retains about 70% original factory blue finish that is thinning over-all. The stocks are excellent with just some usual wear. Bore is dark with sharp rifling. Not a collector grade but a very nice shooting version. Barrel Length: 24 "Caliber/Bore: .32 W.S.FFL Status: Curio & RelicManufacturer: WinchesterModel: 64Serial Number: 1255097

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(A) French Trade Percussion Fowler With Double Anchor and Signed Antoine Robert.

Lot # 1052 (Sale Order: 52 of 205)      

This early fowler features a French two-stage smoothbore barrel with indistict French marking on left side near the breech. The early lockplate has been converted to percussion during the period of use and is marked "Antoine Robert" in script in the center, it is engraved with double anchors as well. The tail is decorated with an engraved shell design. The iron mounted furniture is French and includes a scroll engraved "cloud"-style sideplate. The triggerguard features a double anchor and shows traces of engraved designs. Plain round ramrod ferrules and buttplate tang decorated with scrolls and shell designs. Relief convex oval-shaped silver wrist escutcheon in the New England style engraved with shell designs at top and bottom. Full length cherry stock of classic New England form showing French influence with Roman nose and wrist extending into buttstock. Relief teardrop carved around barrel tang. Complete with period, slightly short ramrod. CONDITION: Attic condition, completely untouched and "as found". Barrel, lock, and furniture retain a heavy brown patina, showing some wear. Lock needs adjustment and does not function. Stock retains much original finish with scattered areas of losses to finish, wear, and heavy patina. Some losses along barrel on forend on both sides. A fine, early and rare double-anchor fowler in untouched condition with very attractive architecture. PROVENANCE: Found in New Hampshire by a modern gun dealer west of Portland. Steve bought this as a "walk in" at the 2016 Sturbridge Antique Arms show. Barrel Length: 51-1/4"Caliber/Bore: .69 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: French/New EnglandModel: FowlerSerial Number:
This early fowler features a French two-stage smoothbore barrel with indistict French marking on left side near the breech. The early lockplate has been converted to per...morecussion during the period of use and is marked "Antoine Robert" in script in the center, it is engraved with double anchors as well. The tail is decorated with an engraved shell design. The iron mounted furniture is French and includes a scroll engraved "cloud"-style sideplate. The triggerguard features a double anchor and shows traces of engraved designs. Plain round ramrod ferrules and buttplate tang decorated with scrolls and shell designs. Relief convex oval-shaped silver wrist escutcheon in the New England style engraved with shell designs at top and bottom. Full length cherry stock of classic New England form showing French influence with Roman nose and wrist extending into buttstock. Relief teardrop carved around barrel tang. Complete with period, slightly short ramrod. CONDITION: Attic condition, completely untouched and "as found". Barrel, lock, and furniture retain a heavy brown patina, showing some wear. Lock needs adjustment and does not function. Stock retains much original finish with scattered areas of losses to finish, wear, and heavy patina. Some losses along barrel on forend on both sides. A fine, early and rare double-anchor fowler in untouched condition with very attractive architecture. PROVENANCE: Found in New Hampshire by a modern gun dealer west of Portland. Steve bought this as a "walk in" at the 2016 Sturbridge Antique Arms show. Barrel Length: 51-1/4"Caliber/Bore: .69 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: French/New EnglandModel: FowlerSerial Number:

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English Grenadier Semi-Basket hilted Hangar Marked to S. Harvey.

Lot # 1053 (Sale Order: 53 of 205)      

For a nearly identical example, see plate 22.SS on page 311 in "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Circa 1760. Slightly curved steel blade with partial single fuller on each side, both sides deeply stamped "S. HARVEY". Pierced semi-basket hilt with full basket on right side and open on the other. Shagrin wrapped grip decorated with twisted brass wire. Classic flattened ball pommel with integral capstan. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark patina with some freckling and nicks to edge. Grip very good with some minor losses around ferrules. Hilt retains a grey-brown patina. A very attractive basket-hilted officer's sword. PROVENANCE: James L. Kochan.Blade Length: 30-5/8"Overall Length: 37"Paperwork: No
For a nearly identical example, see plate 22.SS on page 311 in "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Circa 1760. Slightly curved steel blade...more with partial single fuller on each side, both sides deeply stamped "S. HARVEY". Pierced semi-basket hilt with full basket on right side and open on the other. Shagrin wrapped grip decorated with twisted brass wire. Classic flattened ball pommel with integral capstan. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark patina with some freckling and nicks to edge. Grip very good with some minor losses around ferrules. Hilt retains a grey-brown patina. A very attractive basket-hilted officer's sword. PROVENANCE: James L. Kochan.Blade Length: 30-5/8"Overall Length: 37"Paperwork: No

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French Grenadier Model 1767 Sword with Original Scabbard.

Lot # 1054 (Sale Order: 54 of 205)      

For a nearly identical example, see plate 62.S on page 82 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Slightly curved single-edged blade inscribed "GRENADIER" on left side and with traces of engraved decoration on the other and French inscription on spine. Brass stirrup hilt guard with pillow quillon. Cast brass grip with horizontal ribbing and flattened ball capstan. Complete with its original black leather scabbard with brass mounts. CONDITION: Blade retains a grey patina with some darker spotting, shows some wear to engraving. Hilt shows some scattered marks from use and some wear. Scabbard missing frog stud, otherwise very good with some crazing to surface. Blade Length: 23-1/4"Overall Length: 28-1/2"Paperwork: No
For a nearly identical example, see plate 62.S on page 82 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Slightly curved single-edged blade insc...moreribed "GRENADIER" on left side and with traces of engraved decoration on the other and French inscription on spine. Brass stirrup hilt guard with pillow quillon. Cast brass grip with horizontal ribbing and flattened ball capstan. Complete with its original black leather scabbard with brass mounts. CONDITION: Blade retains a grey patina with some darker spotting, shows some wear to engraving. Hilt shows some scattered marks from use and some wear. Scabbard missing frog stud, otherwise very good with some crazing to surface. Blade Length: 23-1/4"Overall Length: 28-1/2"Paperwork: No

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German Hunting Sword Found in Central New York, Probably Hessian.

Lot # 1055 (Sale Order: 55 of 205)      

This 18th century hunting sword was found in an old family estate in central New York. The thick tapered steel blade has a 5-3/4" false edge and a red wool washer at the top. Iron hilt with relief clam shell counterguard and faceted bar guard. Tapered stag handle with iron ferrule at base. Original iron pommel cap was lost or removed during the period of use and crudely replaced with a hand-forged iron washer, possibly by an American soldier. This sword would have been the type carried by Hessian Jaeger troops. CONDITION: Blade retains a spotted grey patina with darker patina at ricasso. Shows period sharpening and a couple "battle" nicks to edge. Hilt and handle retain a dark, dry and untouched patina. A very honest and early Germanic sword.Blade Length: 19"Overall Length: 24 - 1/8"
This 18th century hunting sword was found in an old family estate in central New York. The thick tapered steel blade has a 5-3/4" false edge and a red wool washer at the...more top. Iron hilt with relief clam shell counterguard and faceted bar guard. Tapered stag handle with iron ferrule at base. Original iron pommel cap was lost or removed during the period of use and crudely replaced with a hand-forged iron washer, possibly by an American soldier. This sword would have been the type carried by Hessian Jaeger troops. CONDITION: Blade retains a spotted grey patina with darker patina at ricasso. Shows period sharpening and a couple "battle" nicks to edge. Hilt and handle retain a dark, dry and untouched patina. A very honest and early Germanic sword.Blade Length: 19"Overall Length: 24 - 1/8"

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British Grenadier Hanger With Original Scabbard.

Lot # 1056 (Sale Order: 56 of 205)      

For another example, see plate 10.S on page 65 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Slightly curved blade with narrow partial fuller on each side and a crown over "2" on right side of ricasso, top of spine stamped "S C". Brass heart-shaped guard with recessed panels on both sides and a forward-facing quillon. Rounded guard and turned ball pommel with integral capstan. Wooden grip with brass ferrule at both ends, was once completely wrapped with braided brass wire, now absent. Complete with associated but period correct black leather scabbard with brass mounts. CONDITION: Blade has been cleaned and retains a mostly polished surface with some light pitting on both sides of ricasso in areas not hardened when blade was manufactured. Hilt retains a dark patina. Scabbard slightly wider than blade and showing some crazing and minor losses to surface. Brass drag has some losses inflicted during period of use. A very scarce and early hanger dating circa 1725 to 1750. PROVENANCE: Dave Taylor Antiques.Blade Length: 27-7/8"Overall Length: 33-3/4"Paperwork: No
For another example, see plate 10.S on page 65 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Slightly curved blade with narrow partial fuller o...moren each side and a crown over "2" on right side of ricasso, top of spine stamped "S C". Brass heart-shaped guard with recessed panels on both sides and a forward-facing quillon. Rounded guard and turned ball pommel with integral capstan. Wooden grip with brass ferrule at both ends, was once completely wrapped with braided brass wire, now absent. Complete with associated but period correct black leather scabbard with brass mounts. CONDITION: Blade has been cleaned and retains a mostly polished surface with some light pitting on both sides of ricasso in areas not hardened when blade was manufactured. Hilt retains a dark patina. Scabbard slightly wider than blade and showing some crazing and minor losses to surface. Brass drag has some losses inflicted during period of use. A very scarce and early hanger dating circa 1725 to 1750. PROVENANCE: Dave Taylor Antiques.Blade Length: 27-7/8"Overall Length: 33-3/4"Paperwork: No

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Silver Mounted Scottish Dirk with Original Scabbard.

Lot # 1057 (Sale Order: 57 of 205)      

For a similar example, see plate 30.K on page 242 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Straight tapered single edged steel blade with partially scalloped spine and two partial fullers on each side. Grip of carved wood featuring classic Celtic knot designs with a silver pommel cap and capstan as wall as a silver mount at the guard. Complete with its original brown leather sheath with tooled cross-hatching typically seen on 18th century sheaths and scabbards. Silver mounts with pierced heart designs on top three mounts. Hanging chain is present on back of sheath. Complete with silver mounted fork and small knife (both contemporary replacements by Glenn McLain, Master Scottish blade maker). CONDITION: Dirk blade polished bright with some freckling and frosting. Grip excellent showing little or no wear. Sheath very good with some minor crazing to surface, throat mount possibly a later replacement. A very nice Scottish dirk, seldom found with a sheath in this condition.Blade Length: 12-5/8"Overall Length: 16-1/2"Paperwork: No
For a similar example, see plate 30.K on page 242 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Straight tapered single edged steel blade with ...morepartially scalloped spine and two partial fullers on each side. Grip of carved wood featuring classic Celtic knot designs with a silver pommel cap and capstan as wall as a silver mount at the guard. Complete with its original brown leather sheath with tooled cross-hatching typically seen on 18th century sheaths and scabbards. Silver mounts with pierced heart designs on top three mounts. Hanging chain is present on back of sheath. Complete with silver mounted fork and small knife (both contemporary replacements by Glenn McLain, Master Scottish blade maker). CONDITION: Dirk blade polished bright with some freckling and frosting. Grip excellent showing little or no wear. Sheath very good with some minor crazing to surface, throat mount possibly a later replacement. A very nice Scottish dirk, seldom found with a sheath in this condition.Blade Length: 12-5/8"Overall Length: 16-1/2"Paperwork: No

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Lot of 2: Early Horn Handled Bowie Knife with Sheath & Small Brass Mounted Rosewood Handle Bowie Kni

Lot # 1058 (Sale Order: 58 of 205)      

Comprising: A) Heavy horn-handled clip-point bowie with leather sheath. Heavy hand-forged blade with clip-point and flat sides/ Horn grip scales retained by brass pins. Complete with brown leather sheath. CONDITION: Blade with some scattered pitting and minor nicks to edge, towards tip. Grip scales show age and have some flaking. Sheath very good with minor scuffs and some losses to stitching. A very nice early Bowie. B) Brass-mounted rosewood handled knife with sheath. Thin clip-point blade with scalloping along top edge on left side. Rosewood grip scales with iron pins surrounded by circular brass escutcheons, brass pommel cap and guard. Complete with original brown leather sheath. CONDITION: Very good with grey patina on blade. Brass unpolished and with pleasing dark mustard patina. Grips excellent and sheath excellent. A nice lot of 19th century knives. PROVENANCE: Purchased from John Mehl.Blade Length: A) 8-1/4", B) 7"Overall Length: A) 12-7/8", B) 11-1/2"Paperwork: NoSerial Number: NSN
Comprising: A) Heavy horn-handled clip-point bowie with leather sheath. Heavy hand-forged blade with clip-point and flat sides/ Horn grip scales retained by brass pins...more. Complete with brown leather sheath. CONDITION: Blade with some scattered pitting and minor nicks to edge, towards tip. Grip scales show age and have some flaking. Sheath very good with minor scuffs and some losses to stitching. A very nice early Bowie. B) Brass-mounted rosewood handled knife with sheath. Thin clip-point blade with scalloping along top edge on left side. Rosewood grip scales with iron pins surrounded by circular brass escutcheons, brass pommel cap and guard. Complete with original brown leather sheath. CONDITION: Very good with grey patina on blade. Brass unpolished and with pleasing dark mustard patina. Grips excellent and sheath excellent. A nice lot of 19th century knives. PROVENANCE: Purchased from John Mehl.Blade Length: A) 8-1/4", B) 7"Overall Length: A) 12-7/8", B) 11-1/2"Paperwork: NoSerial Number: NSN

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MINIATURE BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot # 1059 (Sale Order: 59 of 205)      

This miniature Bowie knife probably dates to the late 19th or early 20th century and measures only 3-3/8" overall. It has a clip-point steel blade an ovoid guard of copper and a copper handle with a silver cap at the pommel. Complete with brown leather sheath. CONDITION: Retains dark patinas overall, some minor chips to cutting edge. Sheath may be slightly later.Blade Length: 2"Overall Length: 3-3/8"Serial Number:
This miniature Bowie knife probably dates to the late 19th or early 20th century and measures only 3-3/8" overall. It has a clip-point steel blade an ovoid guard of copp...moreer and a copper handle with a silver cap at the pommel. Complete with brown leather sheath. CONDITION: Retains dark patinas overall, some minor chips to cutting edge. Sheath may be slightly later.Blade Length: 2"Overall Length: 3-3/8"Serial Number:

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LOT OF 3: HUNTING KNIFE, ENGRAVED BLADE, AND BELT BUCKLES.

Lot # 1060 (Sale Order: 60 of 205)      

Comprising: A) Hunting knife measuring 13-1/4" overall with a 9-1/4" blade. Single edged, hand forged iron blade with some scalloping on right side towards handle. Both sides are decorated with engraved tulip designs. Faceted, tapered horn handle with iron ferrule at bottom and two iron washers with rivet on pommel. CONDITION: Good. Blade shows some sharpening, a few scattered areas of pitting, and some wear to engraving. Handle shows some age cracks and ferrule shows some losses on left side. A Nice 18th century hunting knife. B) Oval shaped brass buckle, probably for a cap or belt plate. Measuring 2" in length and inscribed with large monogram "JO". The back has four brass posts, one broken. CONDITION: Appears to be dug; back retaining a heavy green patina and front partially cleaned with wear to inscription and some denting and marks from use. C) Pair of early brass handmade show buckles. CONDITION: Very good, retaining a dark, unpolished patina.Blade Length: Overall Length: Serial Number:
Comprising: A) Hunting knife measuring 13-1/4" overall with a 9-1/4" blade. Single edged, hand forged iron blade with some scalloping on right side towards handle. Both s...moreides are decorated with engraved tulip designs. Faceted, tapered horn handle with iron ferrule at bottom and two iron washers with rivet on pommel. CONDITION: Good. Blade shows some sharpening, a few scattered areas of pitting, and some wear to engraving. Handle shows some age cracks and ferrule shows some losses on left side. A Nice 18th century hunting knife. B) Oval shaped brass buckle, probably for a cap or belt plate. Measuring 2" in length and inscribed with large monogram "JO". The back has four brass posts, one broken. CONDITION: Appears to be dug; back retaining a heavy green patina and front partially cleaned with wear to inscription and some denting and marks from use. C) Pair of early brass handmade show buckles. CONDITION: Very good, retaining a dark, unpolished patina.Blade Length: Overall Length: Serial Number:

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ORIGINAL J. TENNEY JOHNSON PAINTING (1928)

Lot # 1061 (Sale Order: 61 of 205)      

Frank Tenney Johnson (June 26, 1874 – January 1, 1939) was a painter of the Old American West, and he popularized a style of painting cowboys which became known as "The Johnson Moonlight Technique". Somewhere on the Range is an example of Johnson's moonlight technique. To paint his paintings he used knives, fingers and brushes. In his early career, he worked primarily as an illustrator. He began working for Field & Stream magazine in 1904. In addition to Field & Stream, he contributed to Cosmopolitan and Harpers Weekly magazines and illustrated the Western novels of Zane Grey.Johnson lived permanently in New York City from 1904 until 1920, making numerous trips to the west to gather source material for his works that were completed in his New York studio. He lived and worked on the Lazy 7 Ranch in Hayden, Colorado for a while, later he went southwest to work on painting Native Americans. In 1920, he moved to 22 Champion Place in Alhambra, California where he shared a studio with Clyde Forsythe. At this point Johnson's easel paintings became more popular than his illustrations so he concentrated in this medium. Together Johnson and Forsythe exhibited in the Biltmore Art Gallery started by Jack Wilkinson Smith at the Biltmore Hotel according to Edan Milton Hughes, Artists in California 1786 – 1940 Between 1931 and 1939, he spent much of his time at his studio in Cody, Wyoming, just outside Yellowstone National Park. Many of his paintings were done there from studies inside the park.This painting was done on board, measures 13x22". It features an old Cavalry Trooper that has left the service with his canteen and is heading west in the moonlight, with spooked horse and revolver drawn, expecting trouble at any second. It is a true representation of his "Moonlight" style. It is hand signed and dated at bottom left. It is in excellent condition and there are no signs of any restoration or in-painting as examined under UV light. The board is hand cut and a little mis-cut on lower right side It is an incredible western image. Johnson's oil paintings have sold for over $600,000 and rarely hit the marketplace. Although no authentication has been documented, this is your chance to get a classic Johnson western watercolor painting. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Skip Chalfant.
Frank Tenney Johnson (June 26, 1874 – January 1, 1939) was a painter of the Old American West, and he popularized a style of painting cowboys which became known as "The J...moreohnson Moonlight Technique". Somewhere on the Range is an example of Johnson's moonlight technique. To paint his paintings he used knives, fingers and brushes. In his early career, he worked primarily as an illustrator. He began working for Field & Stream magazine in 1904. In addition to Field & Stream, he contributed to Cosmopolitan and Harpers Weekly magazines and illustrated the Western novels of Zane Grey.Johnson lived permanently in New York City from 1904 until 1920, making numerous trips to the west to gather source material for his works that were completed in his New York studio. He lived and worked on the Lazy 7 Ranch in Hayden, Colorado for a while, later he went southwest to work on painting Native Americans. In 1920, he moved to 22 Champion Place in Alhambra, California where he shared a studio with Clyde Forsythe. At this point Johnson's easel paintings became more popular than his illustrations so he concentrated in this medium. Together Johnson and Forsythe exhibited in the Biltmore Art Gallery started by Jack Wilkinson Smith at the Biltmore Hotel according to Edan Milton Hughes, Artists in California 1786 – 1940 Between 1931 and 1939, he spent much of his time at his studio in Cody, Wyoming, just outside Yellowstone National Park. Many of his paintings were done there from studies inside the park.This painting was done on board, measures 13x22". It features an old Cavalry Trooper that has left the service with his canteen and is heading west in the moonlight, with spooked horse and revolver drawn, expecting trouble at any second. It is a true representation of his "Moonlight" style. It is hand signed and dated at bottom left. It is in excellent condition and there are no signs of any restoration or in-painting as examined under UV light. The board is hand cut and a little mis-cut on lower right side It is an incredible western image. Johnson's oil paintings have sold for over $600,000 and rarely hit the marketplace. Although no authentication has been documented, this is your chance to get a classic Johnson western watercolor painting. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Skip Chalfant.

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Texas Cap Plate or Cap Badge.

Lot # 1062 (Sale Order: 62 of 205)      

The oval shaped badge measures 1-3/4" and is of cast brass. The front features the relief outline of the Texas star and relief lettering "TEXAS", narrow double-line relief border around outside edge. Back with two sheet brass triangle-shaped fasteners attached with lead. Appears to be Civil War era Confederate. CONDITION: Very dark patina overall, possibly dug. One fastener on back is partially bent. Front face with some scattered scratches and light marring.
The oval shaped badge measures 1-3/4" and is of cast brass. The front features the relief outline of the Texas star and relief lettering "TEXAS", narrow double-line reli...moreef border around outside edge. Back with two sheet brass triangle-shaped fasteners attached with lead. Appears to be Civil War era Confederate. CONDITION: Very dark patina overall, possibly dug. One fastener on back is partially bent. Front face with some scattered scratches and light marring.

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19th Century Copy of Bunker Hill Map, Printed in Boston.

Lot # 1063 (Sale Order: 63 of 205)      

Measures approximately 19" x 17-1/2". "A PLAY / OF THE / ACTION AT BUNKERS HILL, / on the 17th of June 1775. / Between HIS MAJESTY'S TROOPS, / Under the Command of MAJOR GENERAL HOWE, / AND THE REBEL FORCES. / By LIEUT. PAGE of the Engineers, / who acted as Aide de Camp to General Howe in that Action. ~ / NB. The Ground Plan is From an Actual / Survey by Captn. Montresor. / Engraved for Frothingham's History.". In the lower left corner are references to the plans describing, in detail, what happened during the battle. CONDITION: The map is in very good condition showing some yellowing and one small tear on the right about 2/3 of the way up. There is some losses to the edge on the right side below the tear (about 1/2").
Measures approximately 19" x 17-1/2". "A PLAY / OF THE / ACTION AT BUNKERS HILL, / on the 17th of June 1775. / Between HIS MAJESTY'S TROOPS, / Under the Command of MAJOR ...moreGENERAL HOWE, / AND THE REBEL FORCES. / By LIEUT. PAGE of the Engineers, / who acted as Aide de Camp to General Howe in that Action. ~ / NB. The Ground Plan is From an Actual / Survey by Captn. Montresor. / Engraved for Frothingham's History.". In the lower left corner are references to the plans describing, in detail, what happened during the battle. CONDITION: The map is in very good condition showing some yellowing and one small tear on the right about 2/3 of the way up. There is some losses to the edge on the right side below the tear (about 1/2").

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U.S. Model 1798 Indian Modified Saber by Nathan Starr, Dated 1799.

Lot # 1064 (Sale Order: 64 of 205)      

Possibly used by an Indian, Frontiersman, or Long Hunter. Slightly curved blade shortened to 19-3/4" during period of use, deep narrow fuller on each side. Right side of the ricasso is stamped "N. Starr & Co.", left side stamped "US/1799". Iron stirrup hilt with forward facing quillon, iron pommel cap with integral backstrap. Wooden grip was re-wrapped during period of use with hide, iron wire, and scattered iron tacks. CONDITION: As found and uncleaned. Blade retains a grey patina, markings very good. Some nicks to edge from use. Hilt retains a dark brown patina, as do the tacks and wire wrap. Leather very good, showing age but no damage. PROVENANCE: Ex. Bill Guthman, Stan Smullen.Blade Length: 19-3/4"Overall Length: 25-3/4"Paperwork: No
Possibly used by an Indian, Frontiersman, or Long Hunter. Slightly curved blade shortened to 19-3/4" during period of use, deep narrow fuller on each side. Right side o...moref the ricasso is stamped "N. Starr & Co.", left side stamped "US/1799". Iron stirrup hilt with forward facing quillon, iron pommel cap with integral backstrap. Wooden grip was re-wrapped during period of use with hide, iron wire, and scattered iron tacks. CONDITION: As found and uncleaned. Blade retains a grey patina, markings very good. Some nicks to edge from use. Hilt retains a dark brown patina, as do the tacks and wire wrap. Leather very good, showing age but no damage. PROVENANCE: Ex. Bill Guthman, Stan Smullen.Blade Length: 19-3/4"Overall Length: 25-3/4"Paperwork: No

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Finely Decorated Late 18th Century Hunting Bag, Probably Southern.

Lot # 1065 (Sale Order: 65 of 205)      

This is probably one of the most well decorated 18th century hunting bags known to exist. the bag measures about 8" x 10-1/2". The front flap is embossed with two buck standing face to face, separated by a tall pine tree. The initials "KJ" are also embossed on the front. The top of the flat is decorated with "X" patterns, similar to those seen on Revolutionary War scabbards. The interior of the bag features one large section and another smaller pocket beneath the flap with tooled "X" designs and a leather button. The buckle on the front is of handmade iron blacksmith construction. The iron loops for the strap are retained by leather reinforced by sinew. The bag is complete with its original leather strap with handforged iron buckle. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is still pliable and retains a smooth, brown surface showing only some minor crazing and minor deterioration around the edges of the flap. The strap on the flap is missing the tip. This bag is exceptionally well made and is very decorative. Early bags of this quality are seldom encountered. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Skip Chalfant. CORRECTION: PROVENANCE: Purchased from Frank Kobilis.
This is probably one of the most well decorated 18th century hunting bags known to exist. the bag measures about 8" x 10-1/2". The front flap is embossed with two buck st...moreanding face to face, separated by a tall pine tree. The initials "KJ" are also embossed on the front. The top of the flat is decorated with "X" patterns, similar to those seen on Revolutionary War scabbards. The interior of the bag features one large section and another smaller pocket beneath the flap with tooled "X" designs and a leather button. The buckle on the front is of handmade iron blacksmith construction. The iron loops for the strap are retained by leather reinforced by sinew. The bag is complete with its original leather strap with handforged iron buckle. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is still pliable and retains a smooth, brown surface showing only some minor crazing and minor deterioration around the edges of the flap. The strap on the flap is missing the tip. This bag is exceptionally well made and is very decorative. Early bags of this quality are seldom encountered. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Skip Chalfant. CORRECTION: PROVENANCE: Purchased from Frank Kobilis.

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Leather Gentleman's Wallet, Dated 1776, and Inscribed Initials "DW"

Lot # 1066 (Sale Order: 66 of 205)      

Measures 6-3/4" by 4-1/2", of brown leather with embossed designs on front, back and on the flap. Brass clasp retained by brass pins and ovoid brass clasp retaining escutcheon inscribed "D W / 1776" with engraved single-line border. Single section with leather flap on front cover and second section on back with two decorated paper dividers. CONDITION: Exterior pliable and showing scattered crazing and minor surface losses. Brass clasp and escutcheon retain a very dark and unpolished patina. Interior very good with some minor separation to back compartment. A very scarce early wallet that is both dated and identified, very well preserved. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Hollis Broderick.
Measures 6-3/4" by 4-1/2", of brown leather with embossed designs on front, back and on the flap. Brass clasp retained by brass pins and ovoid brass clasp retaining escu...moretcheon inscribed "D W / 1776" with engraved single-line border. Single section with leather flap on front cover and second section on back with two decorated paper dividers. CONDITION: Exterior pliable and showing scattered crazing and minor surface losses. Brass clasp and escutcheon retain a very dark and unpolished patina. Interior very good with some minor separation to back compartment. A very scarce early wallet that is both dated and identified, very well preserved. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Hollis Broderick.

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Large Lot of (46) Firearm Books.

Lot # 1067 (Sale Order: 67 of 205)      

This huge lot of books includes some rare and lots of out-of-print examples. 26 of the books are hard cover while 20 are softbound. Hardbound boks include; FOLLWING THE TRADITION/BARLOW W/DJ, THE PLAINS RIFLE/HANSON W/DJ, HISTORY OF COLT REVOLVERS/HAVEN/BELDON W/DJ, CIVIL WAR PITOLS/McAULAY, US MILITARY CARBINES/McAULAY, CARBINES OF THE US CAVLRY/McAULAY, ARMING THE US CAVALRY/FARRINGTON, NORTHERN ARMY/HARTZLER & WHISKER, AMERICAN GUN/WILSON W/DJ, STEEL CANVAS/WILSON W/DJ, GUNS/KOLLER, US MILITARY SMALL ARMS/REILLY, SOUTHER ARMS/HARTZLER & WHISKER, KENTUCKY RIFLES/LINDSAY & PENDELTON, FLINTLOCK FOWLERS/GRINSLADE W/DJ, KENTUCKY RIFLES 2ND ED., PA & KY RIFLE/LANCASTER LEGEND/143 OF 800, THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE/KINDIG W/DJ, (2)AMERICAN FIREARMS MAKERS /CAREY, (2) EARLY AMERICAN GUNSMITHS/KAUFMAN W/DJ, THE KENTUCKY RIFLE/DILLIN, HISTORIC PISTOLS/SMITH & BITTER W/DJ, ENGLISH, IRISH & SCOTTISH FIREARMS/CAREY, THREE CENTURIES OF TRADITION W/DJ. SOFT BOUND BOOKS; THE PA RIFLE/DOYLE, FRENCH MILITARY ARMS & ARMOR IN AMERICA/CHARTRGND, CIVIL WAR BREECH LOADERS /McAULAY, GUNS OF THE INDIAN WARS/DORSEY, PA LONGRIFLES OF NOTE/SHUMWAY, ARTISTIC INGREDIENTS OF THE LONG RIFLE/KINDIG, FOR TRADE &TREATY/GALE, CIVIL WAR COLLECTORS PRICE GUIDE, GUNMAKERS OF THE BUFFALO VALLEY/BYRD, GUNSMITHS OF TENN./WHISKER, GUNSMITHS OF EASTERN PA/ WHISKER & CHANDLER, GUNSMITHS OF WESTERN PA./WHISKER, AMERICAN GUNSMITHS/KAUFMAN AND VOLUMES 1-4 OF THE NOTES ON SOUTHERN LONG RIFLES/NOBLE.
This huge lot of books includes some rare and lots of out-of-print examples. 26 of the books are hard cover while 20 are softbound. Hardbound boks include; FOLLWING THE T...moreRADITION/BARLOW W/DJ, THE PLAINS RIFLE/HANSON W/DJ, HISTORY OF COLT REVOLVERS/HAVEN/BELDON W/DJ, CIVIL WAR PITOLS/McAULAY, US MILITARY CARBINES/McAULAY, CARBINES OF THE US CAVLRY/McAULAY, ARMING THE US CAVALRY/FARRINGTON, NORTHERN ARMY/HARTZLER & WHISKER, AMERICAN GUN/WILSON W/DJ, STEEL CANVAS/WILSON W/DJ, GUNS/KOLLER, US MILITARY SMALL ARMS/REILLY, SOUTHER ARMS/HARTZLER & WHISKER, KENTUCKY RIFLES/LINDSAY & PENDELTON, FLINTLOCK FOWLERS/GRINSLADE W/DJ, KENTUCKY RIFLES 2ND ED., PA & KY RIFLE/LANCASTER LEGEND/143 OF 800, THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE/KINDIG W/DJ, (2)AMERICAN FIREARMS MAKERS /CAREY, (2) EARLY AMERICAN GUNSMITHS/KAUFMAN W/DJ, THE KENTUCKY RIFLE/DILLIN, HISTORIC PISTOLS/SMITH & BITTER W/DJ, ENGLISH, IRISH & SCOTTISH FIREARMS/CAREY, THREE CENTURIES OF TRADITION W/DJ. SOFT BOUND BOOKS; THE PA RIFLE/DOYLE, FRENCH MILITARY ARMS & ARMOR IN AMERICA/CHARTRGND, CIVIL WAR BREECH LOADERS /McAULAY, GUNS OF THE INDIAN WARS/DORSEY, PA LONGRIFLES OF NOTE/SHUMWAY, ARTISTIC INGREDIENTS OF THE LONG RIFLE/KINDIG, FOR TRADE &TREATY/GALE, CIVIL WAR COLLECTORS PRICE GUIDE, GUNMAKERS OF THE BUFFALO VALLEY/BYRD, GUNSMITHS OF TENN./WHISKER, GUNSMITHS OF EASTERN PA/ WHISKER & CHANDLER, GUNSMITHS OF WESTERN PA./WHISKER, AMERICAN GUNSMITHS/KAUFMAN AND VOLUMES 1-4 OF THE NOTES ON SOUTHERN LONG RIFLES/NOBLE.

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Rare Copy of Moravian Gun Making in the American Revolution Book.

Lot # 1068 (Sale Order: 68 of 205)      

This is an opportunity to own a copy of the limited, out of print, edition of Volume I "Moravian Gunmaking of the American Revolution" published by the Kentucky Rifle Association and the Kentucky Rifle Foundation. Only 1,000 copies were printed. This book is the most important publication in regards to Moravian arms. The book was printed in limited quantities and will never be reprinted. It was published in 2010 and contains 142 pages of colored photographs, detailed information, and measurements of Moravian rifles, as well as information on makers and translations of important Moravian documents. CONDITION: The hardcover book is in as new condition and is still wrapped in its original, clear shrinkwrap. This book is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of early rifles.
This is an opportunity to own a copy of the limited, out of print, edition of Volume I "Moravian Gunmaking of the American Revolution" published by the Kentucky Rifle Ass...moreociation and the Kentucky Rifle Foundation. Only 1,000 copies were printed. This book is the most important publication in regards to Moravian arms. The book was printed in limited quantities and will never be reprinted. It was published in 2010 and contains 142 pages of colored photographs, detailed information, and measurements of Moravian rifles, as well as information on makers and translations of important Moravian documents. CONDITION: The hardcover book is in as new condition and is still wrapped in its original, clear shrinkwrap. This book is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of early rifles.

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(A) An Exceptionally Fine Pair of American Ketland Marked Brass Barreled Flintlock Trade Pistols.

Lot # 1069 (Sale Order: 69 of 205)      

Thomas Ketland worked under his own name between 1767 and 1789 in England. He was a master lock finisher. In 1789 he and his brother John moved the the United States and set up shop in Philadelphia and in the early 1820's, he returned to England. He was extremely active in the American gun trade during the time that he had a Philadelphia shop. These pistols are circa 1790, and were probably stocked and sold in America. They are in nearly perfect and untouched condition, showing very little, if any use. The brass barrels are round with swamped muzzles and both are marked "LONDON" on tops. They have no proofmarks, indicating that they were assembled, if not made completely in Ketland's Philadelphia shop. The rounded lockplates have unbridled pans and are marked "KETLAND & Co." in the centers. The brass furniture includes pierced ribbon sideplates engraved with tooled decoration. Both have vacant brass oval wrist escutcheons with tooled borders. Brass pommel caps with engraved finials. Brass triggerguard floorplates and triggerguards terminating in acorn finials, bows are engraved with a flower. Original wooden ramrods with steel worms and horn tips. Plain varnished walnut stocks with simple relief shells around both barrel tangs. CONDITION: Excellent, barrels retain a dark uncleaned patina and bores appear to have not seen any use, still showing striations from boring. Locks retain almost all of original polish with some dark areas from oil, both in original flintlock configuration with strong mechanisms and excellent markings. Brass furniture has dark patina and crisp edges. Stocks show original finish and only some minor storage marks, one pistol with a crack beneath lockplate from spring tension. A fantastic pair of "as found" pistols that were purchased and put away, surviving today in nearly the condition that they were in when originally sold. PROVENANCE: Dick Zeschke, Jim Johnson.Barrel Length: 8", BothCaliber/Bore: .60 Smoothbore, BothFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Ketland & Co.Model: Trade PistolsPaperwork: NoSerial Number: NSN
Thomas Ketland worked under his own name between 1767 and 1789 in England. He was a master lock finisher. In 1789 he and his brother John moved the the United States an...mored set up shop in Philadelphia and in the early 1820's, he returned to England. He was extremely active in the American gun trade during the time that he had a Philadelphia shop. These pistols are circa 1790, and were probably stocked and sold in America. They are in nearly perfect and untouched condition, showing very little, if any use. The brass barrels are round with swamped muzzles and both are marked "LONDON" on tops. They have no proofmarks, indicating that they were assembled, if not made completely in Ketland's Philadelphia shop. The rounded lockplates have unbridled pans and are marked "KETLAND & Co." in the centers. The brass furniture includes pierced ribbon sideplates engraved with tooled decoration. Both have vacant brass oval wrist escutcheons with tooled borders. Brass pommel caps with engraved finials. Brass triggerguard floorplates and triggerguards terminating in acorn finials, bows are engraved with a flower. Original wooden ramrods with steel worms and horn tips. Plain varnished walnut stocks with simple relief shells around both barrel tangs. CONDITION: Excellent, barrels retain a dark uncleaned patina and bores appear to have not seen any use, still showing striations from boring. Locks retain almost all of original polish with some dark areas from oil, both in original flintlock configuration with strong mechanisms and excellent markings. Brass furniture has dark patina and crisp edges. Stocks show original finish and only some minor storage marks, one pistol with a crack beneath lockplate from spring tension. A fantastic pair of "as found" pistols that were purchased and put away, surviving today in nearly the condition that they were in when originally sold. PROVENANCE: Dick Zeschke, Jim Johnson.Barrel Length: 8", BothCaliber/Bore: .60 Smoothbore, BothFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Ketland & Co.Model: Trade PistolsPaperwork: NoSerial Number: NSN

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(A) Fine Pair of Early English Officer's Pistols by Samuel Love.

Lot # 1070 (Sale Order: 70 of 205)      

These early English pistols date to before the French and Indian War in America. They are shown in plate 36 on page 48 of "Weapons of the American Revolution" by Warren Moore. Both feature: three stage barrels, marked on the left sides of the breeches with private English view and proof marks as well as "SL" for maker Samuel Love. Both have early round faced banana lockplates, decorated with double line borders and inscribed "SAML LOVE" in the centers. Both locks have unbridled pans. Brass furniture in the early English style, including symmetrical wrist escutcheons, full stirrup pommel caps with engraved acanthus sleeves and trigger guards terminating in a three-leafed finial. The walnut stocks have relief panels around the locks and sideplates as well as relief beaver tails around the barrel tangs. CONDITION: Barrels retain a cleaned surface with scattered freckling. Markings are excellent. Locks retain a matching patina with some wear to markings. Both cocks have been replaced as well as one of the pans. Brass furniture retains a mellow mustard patina. Both wooden ramrods with brass caps are original to the pistols. Stocks show some scattered marks from use and minor age cracks. A very nice pair of large early horseman's pistols of the type that would have been used in the French and Indian War. PROVENANCE: Photographed in Warren Moore's Book "Weapons of the American Revolution" page 48. Purchased from Norman Shaeffer.Barrel Length: 11 - 1/2", BothCaliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore, both FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Samuel Love Model: HorsemanSerial Number: NSN
These early English pistols date to before the French and Indian War in America. They are shown in plate 36 on page 48 of "Weapons of the American Revolution" by Warren M...moreoore. Both feature: three stage barrels, marked on the left sides of the breeches with private English view and proof marks as well as "SL" for maker Samuel Love. Both have early round faced banana lockplates, decorated with double line borders and inscribed "SAML LOVE" in the centers. Both locks have unbridled pans. Brass furniture in the early English style, including symmetrical wrist escutcheons, full stirrup pommel caps with engraved acanthus sleeves and trigger guards terminating in a three-leafed finial. The walnut stocks have relief panels around the locks and sideplates as well as relief beaver tails around the barrel tangs. CONDITION: Barrels retain a cleaned surface with scattered freckling. Markings are excellent. Locks retain a matching patina with some wear to markings. Both cocks have been replaced as well as one of the pans. Brass furniture retains a mellow mustard patina. Both wooden ramrods with brass caps are original to the pistols. Stocks show some scattered marks from use and minor age cracks. A very nice pair of large early horseman's pistols of the type that would have been used in the French and Indian War. PROVENANCE: Photographed in Warren Moore's Book "Weapons of the American Revolution" page 48. Purchased from Norman Shaeffer.Barrel Length: 11 - 1/2", BothCaliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore, both FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Samuel Love Model: HorsemanSerial Number: NSN

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(A) Pair of French and Indian War Period Brass Barreled Flintlock Officer's Pistols.

Lot # 1071 (Sale Order: 71 of 205)      

These sergeant's grade pistols date to the French and Indian War period. Both have brass smoothbore barrels marked "SOUTHWARK" on tops, surrounded by borders and foliate designs. Both have English view on proofmarks on left side of breeches and a fleur de lis over "TH", probably for Thomas Hartwell. Rounded lockplates marked "MEMORY" in centers and engraved at tails with shell and scroll designs. Brass mounts including pommel caps with full stirrups and a flower engraved on bottoms, flat pierced sideplates with foliate engraving, early turned ramrod ferrules, symmetrical wrist escutcheons engraved en suite, and triggerguards engraved with shells on bows. Walnut stocks with relief panels around locks, sideplates, and barrel tangs. Wooden ramrods, one probably original, the other a period replacement. CONDITION: Barrels retain a pleasing mustard patina, makers mark worn on one pistol. Locks retain a grey patina, one cock replaced, some light freckling and wear. Brass furniture retains an unpolished mustard patina and show some wear and scattered marks. Stocks both have period replaced forends and some scattered period repairs, age cracks, and wear. A very attractive pair of officer's pistols of the type that would have been used in America during the French and Indian War. PROVENANCE: Found in a private estate in Indiana by David Good.Barrel Length: 7", BothCaliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore, BothFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: THModel: English OfficerPaperwork: NoSerial Number: NSN
These sergeant's grade pistols date to the French and Indian War period. Both have brass smoothbore barrels marked "SOUTHWARK" on tops, surrounded by borders and foliat...moree designs. Both have English view on proofmarks on left side of breeches and a fleur de lis over "TH", probably for Thomas Hartwell. Rounded lockplates marked "MEMORY" in centers and engraved at tails with shell and scroll designs. Brass mounts including pommel caps with full stirrups and a flower engraved on bottoms, flat pierced sideplates with foliate engraving, early turned ramrod ferrules, symmetrical wrist escutcheons engraved en suite, and triggerguards engraved with shells on bows. Walnut stocks with relief panels around locks, sideplates, and barrel tangs. Wooden ramrods, one probably original, the other a period replacement. CONDITION: Barrels retain a pleasing mustard patina, makers mark worn on one pistol. Locks retain a grey patina, one cock replaced, some light freckling and wear. Brass furniture retains an unpolished mustard patina and show some wear and scattered marks. Stocks both have period replaced forends and some scattered period repairs, age cracks, and wear. A very attractive pair of officer's pistols of the type that would have been used in America during the French and Indian War. PROVENANCE: Found in a private estate in Indiana by David Good.Barrel Length: 7", BothCaliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore, BothFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: THModel: English OfficerPaperwork: NoSerial Number: NSN

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(A) Fine and Historic Pair of American Kentucky Flintlock Pistols Inscribed to New England General I

Lot # 1072 (Sale Order: 72 of 205)      

According to "The Belknap Family of Newburgh & Vicinity" by William E. Warren, Isaac Belknap was born in 1761 in Woburn, Massachusetts and was the son of General Isaac Belknap (1733-1815). By 1819, when Isaac married his second wife, he was listed as General Isaac Belknap. Belknap died January 26, 1845 in Newburgh, Massachusetts. He was a soldier of the Revolution, a state legislator, and a civil magistrate. He was also President of The Bank of Newburgh and had established "a reputation for integrity, sound sense, and good feeling", according to a public notice of his death. It also states the he had long been widely known as one of the oldest and most substantial citizens, at an early age he engaged in the service of his country during the Revolutionary struggles, and has filled with credit many honorable and useful posts (was also Judge of the County Court). He was a man of great moral character and great personal worth. Major Isaac Belknap was a staunch whig and was one of those who entered into the agreement not to use goods of British manufacture, according to extracts from the 1859 publication of Ruttenber's "History of the Town of Newburgh". The pistols themselves are of New England manufacture and are beautifully stocked in fine figured maple. The octagonal barrels have dovetailed brass front sights at the muzzles and the breeches are decorated and stamped with two unknown cartouches bearing crosses. The fine locks are Stamped "W. Ketland & Co." in the centers and feature roller frizzens and decorated cocks. The barrels are retained by brass keys and the furniture is also of brass. The triggerguards terminate in acorn finials. Brass pommel caps and sideplates engraved in shaded block letters "I. BELKNAP". Both have brass nosecaps and silver octagonal wrist escutcheons inscribed "JB", probably the initials of a later member of the Belknap family. One sideplate has the name intentionally removed, as it must have been stolen at some time. Both the original defaced sideplate and a professionally made contemporary copy inscribed "I. BELKNAP", accompany the pistols. The stocks are of figured maple and have attractive slender form with cane grips. Original wooden ramrods with brass caps and steel worms. Complete with two volumes of Belknap family history as well as other documentation on the Belknap lineage. CONDITION: Very good, barrels lightly cleaned and retain a grey patina. Locks in original flintlock configuration and retaining a grey patina. Brass lightly polished. Stocks excellent with some minor scattered marks. A very attractive pair of identified New England pistols. PROVENANCE: Ex. Jack (John) Malloy.Accessories: Extra SideplateBarrel Length: 10", BothCaliber/Bore: .44 Smoothbore, BothFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: AmericanModel: Kentucky PistolsPaperwork: Belknap HistorySerial Number: NSN
According to "The Belknap Family of Newburgh & Vicinity" by William E. Warren, Isaac Belknap was born in 1761 in Woburn, Massachusetts and was the son of General Isaac Be...morelknap (1733-1815). By 1819, when Isaac married his second wife, he was listed as General Isaac Belknap. Belknap died January 26, 1845 in Newburgh, Massachusetts. He was a soldier of the Revolution, a state legislator, and a civil magistrate. He was also President of The Bank of Newburgh and had established "a reputation for integrity, sound sense, and good feeling", according to a public notice of his death. It also states the he had long been widely known as one of the oldest and most substantial citizens, at an early age he engaged in the service of his country during the Revolutionary struggles, and has filled with credit many honorable and useful posts (was also Judge of the County Court). He was a man of great moral character and great personal worth. Major Isaac Belknap was a staunch whig and was one of those who entered into the agreement not to use goods of British manufacture, according to extracts from the 1859 publication of Ruttenber's "History of the Town of Newburgh". The pistols themselves are of New England manufacture and are beautifully stocked in fine figured maple. The octagonal barrels have dovetailed brass front sights at the muzzles and the breeches are decorated and stamped with two unknown cartouches bearing crosses. The fine locks are Stamped "W. Ketland & Co." in the centers and feature roller frizzens and decorated cocks. The barrels are retained by brass keys and the furniture is also of brass. The triggerguards terminate in acorn finials. Brass pommel caps and sideplates engraved in shaded block letters "I. BELKNAP". Both have brass nosecaps and silver octagonal wrist escutcheons inscribed "JB", probably the initials of a later member of the Belknap family. One sideplate has the name intentionally removed, as it must have been stolen at some time. Both the original defaced sideplate and a professionally made contemporary copy inscribed "I. BELKNAP", accompany the pistols. The stocks are of figured maple and have attractive slender form with cane grips. Original wooden ramrods with brass caps and steel worms. Complete with two volumes of Belknap family history as well as other documentation on the Belknap lineage. CONDITION: Very good, barrels lightly cleaned and retain a grey patina. Locks in original flintlock configuration and retaining a grey patina. Brass lightly polished. Stocks excellent with some minor scattered marks. A very attractive pair of identified New England pistols. PROVENANCE: Ex. Jack (John) Malloy.Accessories: Extra SideplateBarrel Length: 10", BothCaliber/Bore: .44 Smoothbore, BothFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: AmericanModel: Kentucky PistolsPaperwork: Belknap HistorySerial Number: NSN

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(A) Early American Flintlock Pistol Signed Meason (Mason).

Lot # 1073 (Sale Order: 73 of 205)      

According to "American Gunsmiths" by Frank Sellers, Henry Mason worked in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. There is also a Robert Mason that worked in Virginia circa 1775. The pistol dates to the Revolutionary War period or slightly earlier. The round barrel shows traces of decoration at the breech as well as traces of what appear to be English proofmarks. The hand-forged lock appears to be American and has crudely engraved scroll designs and tooled borders. It is crudely signed "MEASON" in the center in the familiar early American fashion. The brass furniture is crudely engraved with floral designs and broken-line borders. The buttcap features a grotesque mask. The cherry stock has well-executed a relief-carved shell around the barrel tang, ramrod is a contemporary replacement. CONDITION: Barrel retains a freckled grey patina. Lock retains a light grey patina with some freckling. Markings are excellent and lock is in original flintlock configuration, finial on frizzen spring is absent. Brass retains a mellowing patina with some scattered marks and traces of rouge in engraving and protected areas. Stock has about 4" professionally replaced on forend, as well as a couple minor slivers around sideplate and entry ferrule. A very nice early American pistol. PROVENANCE: Purchased from David R. Geiger.Barrel Length: 8 - 1/8"Caliber/Bore: .69 Smoothbore FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Meason Model: OfficerPaperwork: ProvenanceSerial Number: NSN
According to "American Gunsmiths" by Frank Sellers, Henry Mason worked in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. There is also a Robert Mason that worked in Virginia circa 1775...more. The pistol dates to the Revolutionary War period or slightly earlier. The round barrel shows traces of decoration at the breech as well as traces of what appear to be English proofmarks. The hand-forged lock appears to be American and has crudely engraved scroll designs and tooled borders. It is crudely signed "MEASON" in the center in the familiar early American fashion. The brass furniture is crudely engraved with floral designs and broken-line borders. The buttcap features a grotesque mask. The cherry stock has well-executed a relief-carved shell around the barrel tang, ramrod is a contemporary replacement. CONDITION: Barrel retains a freckled grey patina. Lock retains a light grey patina with some freckling. Markings are excellent and lock is in original flintlock configuration, finial on frizzen spring is absent. Brass retains a mellowing patina with some scattered marks and traces of rouge in engraving and protected areas. Stock has about 4" professionally replaced on forend, as well as a couple minor slivers around sideplate and entry ferrule. A very nice early American pistol. PROVENANCE: Purchased from David R. Geiger.Barrel Length: 8 - 1/8"Caliber/Bore: .69 Smoothbore FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Meason Model: OfficerPaperwork: ProvenanceSerial Number: NSN

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(A) British Brass Barreled Silver Mounted Officer's Pistol By Grice.

Lot # 1074 (Sale Order: 74 of 205)      

This high quality officer's pistol has a Round swamped brass barrel, the top marked "LONDON" surrounded by classic tear-drop border. Breech is stamped with private view and proof marks as well as "WG" for William Grice, the maker. The rounded lockplate is marked "HURST / & Co." in the center and decorated at the tail and on the cock with engraved scrolls, pan is unbridled. Fine sterling silver furniture including grotesque mark pommel cap, vacant wrist escutcheon, pierced floral sideplate, triggerguard, and ramrod ferrules. Full length stock of walnut and carved with relief panels around lock and sideplate, as well as a well-executed shell around the barrel tang. Complete with later wooden ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a soft mustard patina and shows some light wear, tang has been polished. Lock has a grey lightly pitted surface and is in its original flintlock configuration. Silver retains a grey patina and is very good. Stock shows some scattered marks from use and a repaired crack along right side of forend. A very bold and attractive Revolutionary War period English officer's pistol.Barrel Length: 8 - 1/4"Caliber/Bore: .62FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: William GriceModel: OfficerSerial Number: NSN
This high quality officer's pistol has a Round swamped brass barrel, the top marked "LONDON" surrounded by classic tear-drop border. Breech is stamped with private view ...moreand proof marks as well as "WG" for William Grice, the maker. The rounded lockplate is marked "HURST / & Co." in the center and decorated at the tail and on the cock with engraved scrolls, pan is unbridled. Fine sterling silver furniture including grotesque mark pommel cap, vacant wrist escutcheon, pierced floral sideplate, triggerguard, and ramrod ferrules. Full length stock of walnut and carved with relief panels around lock and sideplate, as well as a well-executed shell around the barrel tang. Complete with later wooden ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a soft mustard patina and shows some light wear, tang has been polished. Lock has a grey lightly pitted surface and is in its original flintlock configuration. Silver retains a grey patina and is very good. Stock shows some scattered marks from use and a repaired crack along right side of forend. A very bold and attractive Revolutionary War period English officer's pistol.Barrel Length: 8 - 1/4"Caliber/Bore: .62FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: William GriceModel: OfficerSerial Number: NSN

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(A) French Model 1777 Charleville Pistol.

Lot # 1075 (Sale Order: 75 of 205)      

This model was the used as the template for the first United States martial pistol, the Model 1799 North and Cheney. features a tapered round steel barrel stamped near breech "P80" and "S80" for year of manufacture 1780. The tang is inscribed "M1777". The brass frame and is inscribed "Charleville" just below the reinforced steel cock and is stamped "F/80" between the cock and brass pan. Brass triggerguard bow is also stamped "F/80". The brass pommel cap is deeply inscribed "B - 3" for a rack number or possible unit marking. The grip is made from a single piece of Walnut. CONDITION: Very good, overall. Barrel retains a grey patina with excellent markings. Brass frame retains a mellow patina with excellent markings, original flintlock configuration with a strong action. Grip excellent with a few minor marks. Belt hook is absent and was removed during period of use. Original steel ramrod. A very crisp example of this important Revolutionary War period French pistol.Barrel Length: 7 - 3/8"Caliber/Bore: .69 Smoothbore FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Charleville Model: 1777Serial Number: NSN
This model was the used as the template for the first United States martial pistol, the Model 1799 North and Cheney. features a tapered round steel barrel stamped near br...moreeech "P80" and "S80" for year of manufacture 1780. The tang is inscribed "M1777". The brass frame and is inscribed "Charleville" just below the reinforced steel cock and is stamped "F/80" between the cock and brass pan. Brass triggerguard bow is also stamped "F/80". The brass pommel cap is deeply inscribed "B - 3" for a rack number or possible unit marking. The grip is made from a single piece of Walnut. CONDITION: Very good, overall. Barrel retains a grey patina with excellent markings. Brass frame retains a mellow patina with excellent markings, original flintlock configuration with a strong action. Grip excellent with a few minor marks. Belt hook is absent and was removed during period of use. Original steel ramrod. A very crisp example of this important Revolutionary War period French pistol.Barrel Length: 7 - 3/8"Caliber/Bore: .69 Smoothbore FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Charleville Model: 1777Serial Number: NSN

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