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645 - HISTORICALL INSCRIBED COLT, MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL MILTARY FLAP HOLSTER.
This gun came to us right out-of-the-woods and has been in my collection for 2 or 3 years. Fitch mustered as a Captain in the 35th Missouri infantry in 1862 and eventually became its Lt. Col. and commander. During the Battle of Helena on July 4, 1863, Fitch was cited for gallantry leading his troops in a counter-attack on Helena by Confederate General Theophilus Holmes and a superior force. It is thought that this revolver was captured from a Confederate Officer by Fitch or his troops and inscribed and presented to him. It is in deep, untouched patina and shows use. It has NEVER been on the market until this listing.

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590 - IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE 3RD MODEL COLT DRAGOON OF THE "C.L. DRAGOONS" OF MOBILE, ALABAMA.
Most of you know about these rare guns. This is a Colt 3rd Model Dragoon with rare 8' barrel and this fine Dragoon saw service with a crack Confederate Mounted Unit called "The C. L. Dragoons", or Crocheron Light Dragoons, named after their material equiptment supplier and backer, John Crocheron. After initially mustering in to guard the port city of Mobile, this unit became Halloway's Company of the 3rd Alabama Cavalry and rendered escort and courier for Braxton Bragg, Joseph E. Johnson and John Bell Hood. The history of these rare revolvers was brought to light in the January 1991 issue of "The Gun Report Magazine". This example is one of the best in a deep smooth brown patina on its metal parts, 30% original varnish on fine full grips and about 70% light cylinder scene. It would be hard to improve upon this example.

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557 - MANHATTAN NAVY REVOLVER WITH FACTORY PEARL GRIPS, FACTORY ENGRAVED AND HISTORICALLY INSCRIBED TO CAPTAIN ANTHONY BOWEN OF THE 173RD OHIO.
This wonderfull gun was sent in from California where it has resided for years. This is a factory engraved gun with factory pearl grips, a very arre gun in and of itself. It has a beautifull inscription on the backstrap, "Presented to Capt. A. W. Bowen By Co. E, 173rd O.V.I.". Our recent research on this gun shows that Bowen was originally mustered into the 6th Ohio in 1861 as a private and was wounded at Chickamauga to muster out in June of '64. He would have also seen service at Shilo and Stones River. He was commissioned into Company E of the 173rd in August of the same year to see service at Nashville. This gun has seen fairly heavy use but has a wonderfull look. The grips are gorgeous and the engraving is still nice. It has a silver plated finish that is contemporary to the period, but appears to have been done after some use or after the war for preservation purposes. It has turned a deep, silver-blue patina and looks awesome. I believe there is a likelihood that this gun is one of two things. It was either captured from the enemy and then plated, inscribed and presented to Bowen, or it was plated by Bowen after the war to preserve it and the memory of his service. Regardless, it is a great, inscribed veteran of the conflict to a soldier that had great history and one who was wounded in battle.

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516 - HISTORIC, DOUBLE-INSCRIBED MARTIAL SINGLE-SHOT PISTOL OF MEXICAN WAR HERO AND LATER GENERAL GEORGE H. CROSMAN AND THEN PRESENTED BY HIM TO CIVIL WAR VET.
THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY BEING RESEARCHED BUT IS FOR SALE AT THE PRICE LISTED BELOW.

$ 7,500.00 - REDUCED TO $5,975.00
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415 - COLT, SECOND MODEL DRAGOON, MARTIALLY MARKED.
This is an extremely fine 2nd Model with generous amounts of blue scattered in protected areas about the barrel. The balance of the gun is a deep, rich, blue-brown patina. The scene, edges, markings, action, grips and cartouches are excellent. This is an early 2nd, with v-shaped mainspring. Worthy of a fine Colt collection, this fine 44 surely saw action during the Civil War and was issued to the U.S. mounted Rifles prior to the conflict. It could have been used by Northern or Southern Troops.

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346 - COLT PRESENTATION REVOLVER - COLT ROOT REVOLVER MODEL 5A.
Outstanding, factory engraved and silver plated Colt presentation revolver inscribed, "To Col. W. C. Church With Compliments of Col. Colt". Beautifull, Gustov Young engraving and retaining prox. 90% original factory silver plate. Near mint grips. The case is an aftermarket casing in the French style. The accessories are silver plated. Church was the New York Times war corrospondent to Washington DC and undoubtedly a friend or acquaintance of Colt and/or his representatives. He was an officer early in the war and was brevetted the ranks of Major and Lt. Colonel. He was publisher of "The Army and Navy Journal" after the war as well as Galaxy Magazine which was eventually merged with Atlantic Monthly. He later was co-founder of the National Rifle Association.

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341 - CIVIL WAR GUNS - NO.2 SMITH & WESSON REVOLVER, CIVIL WAR SERIAL RANGE.
This is a fine, untouched Smith & Wesson number 2 with about 60% blue on its frame and 50% on the barrel. The balance is a lovely, deep, untouched brown patina. The grips are excellent.

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336 - CONFEDERATE REVOLVER - LEECH & RIGDON CONFEDERATE CIVIL WAR REVOLVER IDENTIFIED TO PINKNEY WALLS, 1ST NORTH CAROLINA CAVALRY.
One of our most historic Confederate offerings to date, this piece of history is being offered for sale to the public for the very first time. This good condition Leech & Rigdon came to us last March with a frozen cylinder. We have done our homework on this gun, and together with family members have compiled a complete genealogical history of the Walls family. Together with photos of all descendents to include current family members, Walls' military history and a notarized letter of ownership, we have completed a package of impeccable provenance on this gun. Born in 1834, Walls was a self-employed farmer and merchant who joined the 1st North Carolina 5/28/61 at the age of 25. Regarded by many Southern commanders as the best Cavalry Regiment in the Army of Northern Virginia, the 1st was engaged at all the major conflicts of the Eastern War under J.E.B. Stuart. Wall's muster rolls find him present through July of 1863 and on detached service from Aug. 7,'63 through July of 1864 when he was with Ward's Battalion at Lynchburg. This L&R is in good condition with all major parts being original with the exception of the loading lever latch. The right grip shows a chip to the front toe, and the gun shows black staining on various areas of the steel parts. All numbers are original and matching. This gun has never been cleaned, enhanced or messed with in any way. A true piece of identified Confederate history.

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294 - CIVIL WAR GUN. ADAMS REVOLVER, FACTORY ENGRAVED AND FACTORY PRESENTED IN 1864. CIVIL WAR VINTAGE DATED 1864.
This is a great Civil War era Adams Revolver that is factory engraved and inscribed on its top strap; "Major Rawlings from Robert Adams" followed by the adams address. This inscription is 100% original and extremely rare, however I can make no claims as to any association to any Confederate Officer or Soldier with whom these guns were so popular, as I have not had time to have the name researched. I will leave that up to the buyer of this outstanding engraved specimen. The gun is in excellent overall condition to include prox. 80% original blue and near mint action, markings and grips. A vintage Civil War era Adams, the likes of which we may not see again for a very long time.

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288 - ANTIQUE COLT REVOLVER - MODEL 5A WITH 4 1/2" BARREL.
Excellent condition and possibly unfired.

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282 - CIVIL WAR REVOLVER - MARTIALLY MARKED COLT 1860 ARMY REVOLVER
This is an absolutely beautifull Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver. 60+% original blue and 80+% case colors with excellent grips blending with perfectm untouched patina. This gun is so nice, I kept it in my collection for a short period. I can't afford to keep them all. A prize for someone.

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278 - CIVIL WAR SAVAGE REVOLVER.
This is a very decent old brown gun that is relatively smooth. The action is tight and crisp and it is fully martially marked with a cartouche and all sub-inspection marks. It does have a problem that most of us would dread having. Sadly, the poor fellow has no nipples. If you have some extra's, there's money left in this revolver.

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264 - CIVIL WAR GUN - S&W NO.1, SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER
In excellent condition retaining almost all of its high polish blue finish and silver plate. Just a very few spots of begining corrossion to the metal surfaces and plating. Near mint grips.

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255 - CONFEDERATE LeMAT REVOLVER - ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING, MUSEUM QUALITY FIRST MODEL LeMAT REVOLVER.
According to more than a few well known Confederate dealers and collectors, this is one of the very finest First Model LeMat Revolvers in private hands today. It is exquisite. I bought this wonderfull gun with the intention of keeping it, but found something recently that tickled my fancy a bit more, and I just can't keep it all !! This gun is super sharp and crisp with generous amounts of original blue. The grips are also outstanding. This is one gun that I will not soft-sell. Some say that LeMats are soft right now, but not a two digit 1st Model with finish. It is a very important Confederate artifact that is worthy of the finest museum or personal collection. I would be as interested in a trade as a sale, so if you want to own one of the very best in Confederate collectables, give me a call.

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254 - CIVIL WAR REVOLVER - NEAR MINT COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER.
Now here's a nice looking Navy. Almost flat new and in the 12X,XXX range. Manufactured right in the middle of the Civil War. I don't know how it survived in this condition, but it did and its exciting to just look at. It's unfired and save for a few areas of flaking to brown, its almost new. Anybody have any nice ID'd swords to trade?

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251 - CIVIL WAR REVOLVER - HISTORICALLY INSCRIBED #2 S&W, ENGRAVED WITH CARVED IVORY GRIPS NUMBERED TO THE GUN.
Inscribed to "Captain Charles Darrow, USA" (U.S. Army).

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250 - MOORE'S PATENT, FRONT LOADING REVOLVER.
In excellent condition showing most of its bright original high-polish blue that is starting to tone about the barrel and Cylinder. The frame shows about 90% silver plating and the grips are near mint. Another nice little gun that you rarely see in thsi condition and a great buy at this price. Or, you can always get one in an auction for 50% more !

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193 - ANTIQUE COLT REVOLVER - FINE CONDITION, FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT 1862 POLICE REVOLVER WITH FACTORY IVORIES.
This is a fine little gun and hard to find. It retains about 25 - 30% aged blue on its 6 1/2" barrel and generous amounts in the cylinder flutes. It is engraved in the late-vine scroll, and has gorgeous factory ivories. Crispy !

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204 - CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION COLT NAVY REVOLVERS - SPECTACULAR PAIR OF COLT NAVY REVOLVERS PRESENTED TO BRIG. GENERAL DAVID HENRY WILLIAMS ON OCTOBER 23RD, 1861 AND CARRIED BY HIM DURING THE CIVIL WAR.
A true pair of Navy Revolvers serial numbered 32 digits apart. Both guns are inscribed "To Col. D. H. Williams, by his Phila. Friends. Oct. 22nd, 1861", and are mentioned in an article of the Philadelphia Inquirer on October 29th as being presented the day after their inscription to Colonel Williams during a ceremony and presentation of Regimental colors and grand review on oct. 24TH, 1861. While presenting the arms to Col. Williams on that very day, presenter Col. White remarked in his speech, "These weapons, unlike some newly elected officers, are to be used, not to be looked at; unlike the glorious Stars and Stripes. Traitors have taken the field, and every true patriot should be doubly armed"!!!!! The 82nd went on to 1st Bull Run, Siege of Yorktown, Williamsburg, Bottom's Bridge, Fair Oaks / Seven Pines, Savage Station, White Oak Swamp, Malvern Hill, Chantilly, Antietam, and Fredericksburg. Colonel Williams was nominated for Brigadier General on November 29, 1862. His term of service expired in February of 1863. The 82nd went on to battle in most of the major tests of the war, losing 5 officers and 106 enlisted men killed or mortally wounded. The pair of Colts are in very fine condition showing great care in their handling with sharp edges, markings, action and grips, with generous amounts of original Military style finish. An outstanding historical pair of Navies carried and used by a commanding officer. A 1 1/2 inch folder with Williams' muster sheets and service accompany this pair of revolvers.

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210 - COLT POCKET REVOLVER - VERY FINE CONDITION COLT 1849 POCKET REVOLVER, FACTORY ENGRAVED.
A great little 4" with about 90% coverage of original blue on the barrel, some of which is ageing a little. Traces of blue in the cylinder stops and the balance of the gun a light brown patina with hardened parts showing some silvery case-colors. Grips are excellent burl. The case and accessories are very fine to excellent. These nice sets, like this one, are drying up. In a few more years, they may not be available.

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213 - COLT PRESENTATION REVOLVERS - ULTRA-RARE PAIR OF CIVILIAN COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVERS INSCRIBED ON THE BACKSTRAP, "Maj. Gen. N. P. Banks with Compliments of Col. Colt". POSSIBLY A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY TO SECURE A MUSEUM QUALITY PAIR OF PISTOLS PRESENTED TO A CIVIL WAR MAJOR GENERAL AND DONE SO BY NONE-OTHER THAN SAMUEL COLT HIMSELF.
The best part about this set is that they didn't sit in a desk or in a bureau drawer during the war. THESE GUNS WERE CARRIED!! Banks was the ultra politician of his age, rising from a cotton-mill worker as a boy to Governor of Massachusets. He was a Corp commander in the Shenandoah battling none other than Stonewall Jackson on several occassions in 1862. Hit the net for more information on Banks.

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152 - CONFEDERATE, CIVIL WAR LeMAT REVOLVER - IDENTIFIED EARLY LeMAT REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL ARSENAL HOLSTER, IN EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION.
One of our great finds of last year, we have decided to sell this great item as we can't keep them all. The gun (in the 13XX range) is in near excellent condition, retaining over 50% original bluing about the frame, barrel and cylinder. The checkered grips are excellent. The original arsenal holster which this gun has been in for over 150 years is also outstanding, and its aged shape and form attest that it has been home to this massive grapeshot revolver for the duration. A notarized letter from the person that bought this rig from the decendants of George W. Mercer, late of Company H, 55th Virginia Infantry attests to its origin. The gun and holster are mentioned in the addendum to the latest book on LeMats by Doug Adams. Confederate history at its best.

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182 - CONFEDERATE USED COLT REVOLVER - REALLY COOL AND HISTORIC, CONFEDERATE COLT 1851 NAVY WITH GREAT CIVIL WAR HISTORY.
This is an iron-strapped, US marked frame '51 Navy in the 90XXX range. There are no sub-inspection marks or USN stampings on the butt and it doesn't appear that there ever were. There is a wonderfull plaque on the right grip that reads,"Captured by Capt. Robert Burns 4th Michigan Cavalry from a Rebel Officer at Shelbyville, Tenn. June 27, 1863". It is absolutely authentic and was inscribed close to the period of captured. Burns progressed from a Lt. to Lt. Colonel from '62 - '65. He also played an important role in capturing Jefferson Davis with the 4th. This gun comes with several pages of historic information on Burns as well as 30 or so transcribed letters written home that include one that speaks of a captured revolver. Great Stuff !

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192 - COLT POCKET REVOLVER - EXCELLENT, EARLY COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER WITH 6" BARREL AND EARLY FINISH.
This is a great pocket, showing 94%+ original early blue on the barrel and 65% on the cylinder. The scene is near perfect and deep. The frame, hammer and lever show 95% smokey case colors. The grips are near mint and the straps show 99% silver plate. This gun has a few nicks and dings, but is worthy of an excellent case and accessories. A great Early Colt.

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157 - PLANT, FRONT-LOADING POCKET REVOLVER.
This little gun is another fine condition item showing about 60% original blue with untouched patina. The grips and action are excellent.

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