Friction primers were wrapped in waterproof paper and packaged in packs of ten. Ten of these packs were then packaged in a tin box. Offered is a Civil War tin friction primer box. The box is 4 ¼ inches long, 2 ¾ inches wide and 2 3/8 inches deep. It has a top that is attached by two soldered hinges with a single latch in the front. Stamped into the top are crossed cannons with an ordnance bomb. Printed across the top in an arch is 100 FRICTION PRIMERS. This box is in very good condition.
(490-21) $495.00
This desirable artifact from the Civil War is an original, unopened box of Federal artillery friction primers still contained within the original, waterproof, light-colored paper covering. Now heavily stained with a dark bluish-green color, the rectangular box specimen measures 2¼" long x 1½" wide x ¾" high and displays the easily read maker's stamping that says, "FRICTION PRIMERS / FRANKFORD ARSENAL / 1864". The box contains ten friction primers that are short tubes of metal inserted into a hole near the top of a longer tube that was filled with musket powder. The use of friction primers for cannon was to ignite the powder charge in the gun tube. Entire paper box is in outstanding original condition and even has the brown cloth tab at the top to open the box. This unopened box of artillery friction primers is very fine example of some of the implements used by the Federal long arm.
(490-22) $275.00
Fired from a 5.82 inch caliber Coehorn mortar. The Confederate arsenals added "ears" / tong holes to their projectiles. This allowed proper positioning of the shell in the bore. Found along the Petersburg, VA siege lines. This projectile, having been lightly cleaned, exhibits light pitting. Becoming a scarce projectile. EXTRA SHIPPING REQUIRED.
(R16838) $395.00
Fired from a 4.62 inch 12 pounder smoothbore gun. This spherical shell was found years after the fighting ended at Lookout Mountain, Tenn. This projectile used the wooden fuse adapter paper time fuse. The small fuse hole is similar in size to ones known to have been produced at the Selma Arsenal in Alabama. A lightweight projectile that has thin walls, often found in 1863/1864 sites, was used as case-shot. Found a few years after the fighting stopped, projectile has light pitting with no surface rust.
(R16836) $225.00
(R16837) $225.00
Fired from a 3.67 inch 6-pounder smoothbore gun. This solid shot was found years after the battle on Lookout Mountain, TN. Having never been cleaned it still exhibits very light surface rust. This type of projectile was used extensively in the Civil War. When fired it would ricochet from one target to another.
(R16829) $200.00
Fired from a 3.67 inch 6 pounder smoothbore gun. This solid shot was recovered shortly after the Battle of Lookout Mountain, Tenn. In near mint condition. This type of projectile was used extensively in the Civil War. When fired it would ricochet from one target to another. Projectile is in mint condition, having never been cleaned. No doubt a very early battlefield find.
(R16825) $200.00
(R16826) $200.00
(R16827) $200.00
(R16828) $200.00
(R16830) $200.00
Fired from a 3.67 inch 6 pounder smoothbore gun. This solid shot was recovered shortly after the Battle of Lookout Mountain, Tenn. In near mint condition. This type of projectile was used extensively in the Civil War. When fired it would ricochet from one target to another. Projectile has been painted black and is in mint condition. No doubt a very early battlefield find.
(R16839) $200.00
Fired from a 4.62 inch 12 pounder smoothbore gun. This solid shot was years later after the battle of Lookout Mountain, TN. Having never been cleaned it still exhibits very light surface rust. This type of projectile was used extensively in the Civil War. When fired it would ricochet from one target to another.
(R16832) $225.00
Fired from a 4.62 inch 12 pounder smoothbore gun. This solid shot was recovered shortly after the battle of Lookout Mountain, TN. In near mint condition, this type of projectile was used extensively in the Civil War. When fired it would ricochet from one target to another. Projectile is in near mint condition, having never been cleaned. No doubt a very early battlefield find.
(R16831) $225.00
(R16833) $225.00
(R16834) $225.00
(R16835) $225.00
Presented here, in good condition, is an original, US Model 1855 socket bayonet in its original black bridle leather scabbard. These socket bayonets were made for the .58 caliber rifle / muskets and saw service from 1855 through the end of the Civil War. Shank of this "U.S." and center punched marked weapon is at a right angle to the socket. Triangular blade exhibits a tapered, spear shape and has a socket locking ring that helps secure the bayonet to the rifle / musket at the muzzle. This handsome specimen is almost 21 inches long, ¾" wide and tapers to a point. Socket is 3" long with a bore diameter of 5/8". Blade, which appears to have been cleaned at one time displays a light gray shiny finish with a few tiny speckles of light peppery pitting overall. No edge nicks. The matching leather scabbard, with its black leather frog with two copper rivets and tapered brass tip, is complete and in good condition. Brass tip appears to have been glued to the tip of the scabbard body from an old repair. Body has no flaking but does have some very minor surface cracking.
(123-6115) $295.00
Used but in "as new" condition. University of North Carolina Press, 1993. Hardback with dustjacket, 507 pp.
Harry Pfanz provides the definitive account of the fighting between the Army of the Potomac and Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia at Cemetery Hill and Culp's Hill -- two of the most critical engagements fought at Gettysburg on 2 and 3 July 1863. He provides detailed tactical accounts of each stage of the contest and explores the interactions between -- and decisions made by -- generals on both sides. In particular, he illuminates Confederate lieutenant general Richard S. Ewell's controversial decision not to attack Cemetery Hill after the initial Southern victory on 1 July.
(B4282) $12.50
Used but in "as new" condition. University of North Carolina Press. Hardback with dustjacket. We have copies of two different versions; the version with the solid orange cover dates to 1987, the other to 1998.
Harry Pfanz, a former historian at Gettysburg National Military Park, has written a definitive account of the second day's brutal combat. He begins by introducing the men and units that were to do battle, analyzing the strategic intentions of Lee and Meade as commanders of the opposing armies, and describing the concentration of forces in the area around Gettysburg. He then examines the development of tactical plans and the deployment of troops for the approaching battle.
(B4283) $15.00
This handsome, pre-Civil War leather accoutrement is an original, Federal Pattern of 1839 musket cartridge box used to hold .69 caliber round or buck and ball cartridges. Complete with its original, black bridle leather shoulder sling, oval US brass box plate and twin tins, this cartridge box was the type issued to both US Regular Army and state militia troops through the 1850's. This excellent specimen was made by the Boston, Massachusetts firm of James Boyd & Sons, one of the early and pre-war contractors for Federal Ordnance Department accoutrements. Black bridle leather of the box is strong yet exhibits light to moderate surface cracking and crazing. A leather treatment appears to have been applied to all surfaces of the cartridge box leaving a thin whitish residue in the cracks. Secured to the outer flap is an original, fine condition, oval, brass box plate with a doubled-bordered rim that encloses two large letters "US" on the plate face. The plate, which has acquired a very pleasing, dusky bronze patina along with a few tiny spots of age discoloration and some dings, measures 3.5" x 2.2" and was originally for ornamental use. However, its weight helped keep the outer flap down, protecting the cartridges from the elements. Sewn to the outer flap is the leather closure latch tab, 3¼" long by 1¼" wide that kept the flap from opening. A round, brass finial on the box bottom secured the latch tab. On the inside of the outer flap, the wire loops of the box plate can be seen with a single leather thong passing through them to secure the plate to the flap.
The inner flap, used to protect the cartridges, has end pieces, or 'ears' tightly sewn to each end of the flap. A thin leather implement tool pouch is attached to the front of the box and is in fine condition complete with its strong and intact closure tab. On the center portion of the inner flap is a very clear and strong oval shaped stamp of the maker that reads, "J. BOYD & SONS / MANUFACTURERS / OF ARMY / ACCOUTREMENTS / BOSTON". The original japanned black roller buckles that secure the shoulder belt are both tightly attached to the box bottom with two straight lines of stitching, still in strong condition. Interestingly, the backside of the pattern 1839 box has only two horizontal leather belt loops that are stitched to the back. No vertical belt loops are present as this type cartridge box never had provisions for being worn on the waist. No rivets at all are used in its construction. Leather shoulder strap billets are in excellent condition with just normal surface smudges and soiling.
Shoulder strap secures to the box via billet ends run through the clasp of the roller buckles. Shoulder sling also exhibits the regulation 1826 pattern, circular brass eagle breastplate. The metal tins inside the box are original and in fine condition and both exhibit a bright, shiny coloring with some scattered areas of moderate rust pitting. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and is able to hold one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four. This complete, maker-marked M1839 cartridge box and sling accoutrement set is a rare and very fine specimen of pre-Civil War issue.
(M20044) $2,500.00
This fine, maker-marked, Civil War Federal accoutrement is an original, late-war pattern leather cartridge box in very fine complete condition. Often referred to as a pattern of July 1864, Type 1 (no inner flap), this cartridge box features the letters "US" within a border embossed upon the outer flap in the same size and style as the brass plate it replaced from earlier models. All stitching is very strong and box retains both end pieces or "ears" sewn to the outer flap as with Type 1 boxes. Exterior of this cartridge box features a pleasing surface of black bridle leather in very strong, remarkably smooth condition. Some very light surface creasing is evident on the outer flap at the right side area. Lower left area of the outer flap boasts a thin government Ordnance Dept sub-inspector's oval mark that reads "________ / U. S. / ORD. DEPT / SUB INSPECTOR." The leather closure tab, stitched and riveted to the flap, is strong and intact and fits tightly onto its brass pear-shaped finial at the exterior base of the box. Both original black-japanned roller buckles are tightly sewn and riveted to the box bottom and are in excellent condition. Box backside exhibits the two leather belt loops that are stitched and riveted, along with the two horizontal sling loops, all in excellent condition.
Interior of box is excellent with a strong and supple tool pouch and tab. Sharply stamped on the left side of the pouch cover is a strong and clear maker's stamp of "H. W. OLIVER / PITTSBURGH, PA.". Pouch shows light surface cracking and some scuffing. No flaking. Original to the box are its two metal tins, each a dusky gray color. Three original .58 caliber round balls are included. Each tin has one lower division open to the front and able to contain one bundle of ten paper cartridges and two upper divisions, one that holds six cartridges and the other four cartridges. Edges of each tin are turned over and soldered down to prevent accidental tearing open of the paper cartridges.
The original leather shoulder strap (sling) is still attached to the box via the two billet straps and is in outstanding condition. The black bridle leather is very strong and yet supple with just minor surface creasing and crazing from use and age. Strap also retains its original, Model 1826, circular, brass 'Eagle breastplate attached to the strap via a leather strip. Strap measures approximately 55" long and has never been cut or shortened. If one seeks a fine leather artifact of the Civil War, this very well preserved, Federal pattern 1864 cartridge box is an excellent example of a maker-marked infantry accoutrement.
(M20045) $1,800.00
This cartridge box is a "Pattern of July 4, 1864 ". It has an inner flap, which makes it a Type II box. This box has a black to very dark brown color. The cartridge plate has been eliminated and the letters "US" with a border is embossed on the front. The latch tab is secured by a rivet and stitching. The finial is pear -shaped and the buckles are the smaller types. Both the original tins are in the cartridge box. The leather is flexible and all the stitching is tight. Other than some very minor flaking it is in mint condition. On the inter flap is stamped R. Nece / Philad, who supplied 1000 accoutrement sets under the contracts from the advertisement of July 4, 1864. It also has a U.S. Ordnance sub-inspectors stamp.
(M20039) $695.00
This cartridge box is a "Pattern of July 4, 1864 ". It has an inner flap, which makes it a Type II box. This box has a black to very dark brown color. The cartridge plate has been eliminated and the letters "US" with a border are embossed on the front. The latch tab is secured by a rivet and stitching. The finial is pear -shaped and the buckles are the smaller types. The tins have been replaced with a wooden block drilled to hold twenty 45-70 cartridges. The leather is flexible and all the stitching is tight. Other than some very minor flaking it is in mint condition. On the interflap is stamped R. Nece / Philad, who supplied 1000 accoutrement sets under the contracts from the advertisement of July 4, 1864. It also has a U.S. Ordnance sub-inspectors stamp.
(M20041) $550.00
This is a near mint civil war navy cartridge box. It is made up of eleven black bridle leather pieces. It has an outer flap with the embossed "USN" in an oval. The inside flap has end pieces and is stamped "U.S.N.Y. / BOSTON". The belt loop is a wide single loop. The closing strap is stitched to the front cover and the closing button is made of brass. The inside tin is divided into six compartments for paper or skin revolver cartridges.
(M20022) $1,250.00
This is a near mint condition Navy cartridge box manufactured and stamped U.S.N.Y BOSTON (Boston Navy Yard). It has some of the characteristics of the model of 1857 .69 caliber cartridge box such as the inside flap and also characteristics of the pattern of 1864 box such as the embossed "USN" on the front flap. Other that those characteristic the Navy manufactured them to there own design. On the outside of the box under the front flap is an attached pouch used to store musket caps. It is lined with fleece. On each side of the pouch are two small pouches with leather straps. One side holds a musket tool and the other side some thing small, probably a wiper. The front flap is held secure by a leather strap and brass finial. Since these were worn on a belt the two-loop design was changed to one wider loop. Also the buckles for the shoulder straps were never added. Both original tins are inside. The leather on the outside shows some small areas of flaking but the inside is like new. This is truly a rare and perfect condition cartridge box that needs to be in a U.S. Navy collection.
(M20023) $1,500.00
This is a navy fuse box manufactured from a single piece of leather with two sides. Under the flap is stamped U.S.N.Y. BOSTON. Inside is a tin box complete with a hinged top. The box attaches to the belt by one single belt loop. The flap is held secure by a leather strap and a brass finial.
(M20021) $325.00
Presented here is an original, unopened Federal .58 caliber paper wrapped cartridge in excellent condition. This desirable artifact is considered the most common type of ammunition used with muzzleloaders during the Civil War. The .58 caliber minie ball and its accompanying powder charge are still encased within the original beige or tan colored paper wrap. To load his musket, the soldier tore (or bit) off one end of the paper and poured the powder down the muzzle of the barrel. Muzzleloaders used bullets that were slightly smaller than the bore diameter of the barrel in order for the weapon to be loaded properly with the common .58 caliber minie ball measuring a diameter of .574 inches. This specimen of standard rifled-musket ammunition is in excellent condition and is a superb original example of a Civil War Federal infantryman's paper cartridge.
(M20034) $95.00
Presented here is an original, unopened Federal .58 caliber paper wrapped cartridge in mint condition. This desirable artifact is considered the most common type of ammunition used with muzzleloaders during the Civil War. The .58 caliber minie ball and its accompanying powder charge are still encased within the original beige or tan colored paper wrap. To load his musket, the soldier tore (or bit) off one end of the paper and poured the powder down the muzzle of the barrel. Muzzleloaders used bullets that were slightly smaller than the bore diameter of the barrel in order for the weapon to be loaded properly with the common .58 caliber minie ball measuring a diameter of .574 inches. Cartridge comes in its own clear plastic cylindrical tube. A super specimen of the Civil War Federal infantryman's standard rifled-musket ammunition in mint original condition.
(M20035) $95.00
Presented here is an original, unopened Federal .58 caliber paper wrapped cartridge in fine condition. This desirable artifact is considered the most common type of ammunition used with muzzleloaders during the Civil War. The .58 caliber minie ball and its accompanying powder charge are still encased within the original beige or tan colored paper wrap. To load his musket, the soldier tore (or bit) off one end of the paper and poured the powder down the muzzle of the barrel. Muzzleloaders used bullets that were slightly smaller than the bore diameter of the barrel in order for the weapon to be loaded properly with the common .58 caliber minie ball measuring a diameter of .574 inches. This specimen of standard rifled-musket ammunition is in wonderful original condition and is a fine original example of a Civil War Federal infantryman's paper cartridge.
(M20036) $95.00
This very rare ammunition artifact, in excellent original condition, is an unopened pasteboard box of ten brass metallic cartridges made specifically for the Civil War Gallager carbine breechloading weapon. The brown-colored, tightly paper-wrapped container measures 3½" long x 2¼" wide x ¾" high and retains all its original packing and printed paper wrap. Within the box are ten .50 caliber metallic cartridges with an accompanying one dozen fulminate of mercury percussion caps packaged together. Front face of the box exhibits the printed label in black ink that reads "10 / Poultney's Metallic / CARTRIDGES, / Patented December 15th 1863 / 12 CAPS, / For / GALLAGER'S BREECH LOADING CARBINE / 50/100 CALIBRE. The unopened and remarkably intact pasteboard box retains its small twine pulltab used to open the container. Box wears very slight surface grime and displays one ½" long tear at the bottom left corner of the package. A wonderfully rare and complete artifact in excellent condition.
(490-23) $595.00
Presented here is a rare original… an unopened Federal .58 caliber Type 3 Williams Patent 'cleaner' bullet stilled wrapped in its original dark blue / gray paper. In mint condition, this .58 caliber lead projectile has a zinc disc similar to a flat washer inserted at the bullet's base and was designed to help remove excess blackpowder and soft lead residue from the lands and grooves in a rifled musket. A normal package of ten arsenal issued cartridges would contain eleven percussion caps and one Williams patent cleaner bullet. Unlike the standard minie balls that were enclosed in buff or brown paper, these 'cleaner' bullets were always wrapped in dark blue paper. Soldiers were instructed to fire a William's bullet on each 10th round. Since these bullets were designed without the hollow base like a standard minie ball, they were not as accurate and their cleaning effectiveness was dubious. Most dug cleaner bullets are found as drops and most likely discarded by veteran soldiers in the field. Cartridge comes in its own clear plastic cylindrical tube. A super rare, mint original condition specimen of a Type 3, paper-wrapped, Williams Patent "cleaner" bullet from the Civil War.
(M20038) $195.00
The leading sword maker in America from 1798 to 1830 was Connecticut's own Nathan Starr of Middletown and his firm produced the military edged weapon presented here. This cavalry saber is a no-nonsense enlisted man's edged weapon and one of over 10,000 such pieces made under the Starr contract of 1812-1813. Saber follows a modified design criterion specified on January 11, 1813 that incorporated a sharper curve to the blade, a pronounced angle to the hilt and a wider opening between grips and knucklebow. Knucklebow exhibits the reverse-P pattern and is pierced near the pommel for a sword knot. Upper outside flat of knucklebow is stamped with "P". Saber specimen features a hefty iron hilt matched to a 33½" long, curved, single-edged, and a non-fullered steel blade with a pronounced clipped point. The robust blade measures almost 2" wide with a ¼" thick back and is unadulterated by any etchings or engravings save the maker's stamp on the obverse ricasso. Stamping reads "P (proved) / HHP (Henry H. Perkin) / NSTARR / circle" in sharp, crisp lettering. Blade, still sharp and strong, exhibits areas of light to moderate rust pockmarking near the blade point and appears to have been cleaned. Visible on the blade near the ricasso are very minor casting flaws, hardly noticeable. Specimen has acquired scattered areas of dark oxidation. Grips are wood, ribbed and shaped to fit the hand and wear a black leather wrap that is original and shows wear and much use. A single, 2" long diagonal surface crack in the leather wrap, else tight and strong.
All iron metal scabbard is strong and tight with two carry rings for suspension and no drag. Body surface wears a dark plum patina overall in addition to scattered light surface rust pitting. This American-made, iron-hilted, enlisted horseman's saber is a very fine specimen of early Americana edged weaponry and a great collectible.
(172-1666) $1,395.00
This original Federal edged weapon is a rugged and used specimen of a Model 1832 Foot Artilleryman's short sword that comes without its original leather scabbard. A product of the Ames Manufacturing Company of Chicopee, Mass. this Civil War era sword is dated 1860 and is in fair original condition. Worn mostly by artillery battery NCOs as a badge of rank, the artilleryman's sword features a hefty, double-edged steel blade that measures 19" long x 1¾" wide at the hilt. This type of short sword seems unwieldy and its use as a weapon is debatable. Some contemporary accounts indicate the blade was used to clear brush and other obstacles from around gun positions. Blade has been heavily cleaned and exhibits a dusky gray finish overall. Has a number of old edge nicks. A shows moderate to heavy salt and pepper rust oxidation and dark discoloration overall. The sword is marked on the obverse ricasso with "AMES MFG CO / CHICOPEE / MASS." while the reverse ricasso displays the remains of the stamping which include "G G S / 1860". All stamping has worn very thin. The solid brass hilt has the typical 'fish scale' handle with a spreadwinged eagle embossed on both sides of the pommel brim. Top face of the brass crossguard exhibits the arsenal inspector mark of "J H" stamped unto the surface. On the opposite side of guard is a strong stamping "WAT" (William A. Thorton) indicating another inspector's mark. All brass wears a rich mellow patina. Blade is tight in the handle even though one of the rivet heads appears to have been filed off.
(172-1670) $550.00
The Model 1840 heavy cavalry saber, commonly referred to as "The Old Wristbreaker", was indeed one of the 'tried and true' military edged weapons used by U.S. mounted forces before and during the Civil War. This heavy saber marked with the Philadelphia, PA maker's stamp of Philip S. Justice is most likely an imported blade of German (Prussian) manufacture that Justice imported and assembled in the US. Such were the saber characteristics that included the cord wrapped wooden handle with its symmetrical taper and fine blade casting and grinding.
This steel blade is curved with a flat, wide back and is single-edged with just a slight false edge. Also referred to as a dragoon heavy cavalry saber, the weapon measures 35 7/8" long and has an integral wide fuller 26½" long and a narrow fuller some 18 1/8" long. Weighing 4½ lbs. including the steel scabbard, the blade on this wristbreaker has the imported-style, wide, two parallel line stamp of "P. S. JUSTICE / PHILADa" on the reverse ricasso. Obverse ricasso is unmarked. The hefty steel blade is straight and exhibits a handsome, semi-bright finish with a dusky light gray patina overall. Some very light surface discoloration in spots. The heavy, symmetrical two-branch brass hilt has its original buff leather washer is in fine condition and retains a rich, bronze patina overall. Grips are choice and feature a wooden handle that is covered with cording and wrapped with thin black bridal leather. Twisted brass wire circles the grips and is slightly loose on some turns. Else leather wraps are fine. Cavalry saber has a brass pommel cap in the Phrygian design with a pommel brim that exhibits no inspector marks but does show sings of cleaning.
Heavy iron scabbard is undented and has acquired a dark plum patina. Scabbard seam is visible along its length. Both sword mounts are tight and retain the original suspension rings. Drag has no markings and does show edge wear. This handsome, heavy cavalry saber with its fine lines and good looks certainly would compliment any edged weapon collection.
(123-6071) $1,250.00
Here is a fine quality, pre-war Ames Manufacturing Company saber specimen and forerunner of the type issued to Federal horsemen during the American Civil War. Produced by the Chicopee, Massachusetts firm of Ames Sword Company, this weapon is the Model 1860 Light Cavalry saber that was initially called the 'new pattern' 1860 saber. This edged weapon is dated "1858" and was one of eight hundred such 'new pattern' Model 1860 sabers that Ames delivered under contract to the Ordnance Dept on October 18, 1858. Considered a lighter, more maneuverable and finely made weapon than its predecessor the M1840 Wristbreaker, the light cavalry saber weighed 3lbs, 7 oz in the scabbard.
The blade length of this weapon measures 34½", width is 1 3/32" with a wide fuller 27½" long and the narrow fuller 18¼" long. Blade is slightly curved with just normal age discoloration and some scattered pin prick rust pitting overall. No edge nicks are visible on the blade. Marked clearly on the obverse riccasso is "U.S. / JH. / 1858." Reverse ricasso bears "AMES MFG CO / CHICOPEE / MASS." in the three line address. The word Ames is worn and thin. Brass hilt retains its original buff leather washer and a domed pommel cap that bears two inspectors stamps of "JH" and "WAT" on the brim. The brass two-branch guard and knucklebow are strong, tight and wear a pleasing mellow bronze patina overall. The shallow grooved, center-swell handle grips feature the typical black bridle leather wrap covering in very good original condition with no rips or tears.
The good looking, undented steel scabbard has acquired a mottled silvery-gray patina. The two ring bands are tight and secure two 1 1/8" diameter sword rings. Original scabbard retains its throat collar and exhibits a brazed seam along the entire bottom length of the scabbard where the metal was folded and joined. No inspector marks discernable on the scabbard drag. Shows no edge wear. This is one of the handsome, early production Ames light cavalry sabers and would certainly enhance any Civil War edged weapon collection or cavalry display.
(123-6072) $3,200.00
Manufactured by the West Chelmsford, Massachusetts concern of Christopher Roby and Company, this saber is a very fine representative of the type issued to countless Federal horse soldiers during the American Civil War. Considered one of the 'later contract' (1864-1865) specimens, this original, enlisted Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber is a highly crafted weapon.
The curved blade of this saber measures 34½" long, width is 1 3/32" with a wide fuller 27½" long and the narrow fuller 18¼" long. Blade, with just a few scattered areas of minor salt & pepper rust pitting near the tip still exhibits large areas of semi-bright finish remaining. Marked clearly on the obverse riccasso is "U.S. / 1864 / A.G.M." The reverse ricasso bears "C. ROBY / W.CHELMSFORD (arched) / MASS." The tight brass hilt retains the original buff leather washer and a high domed pommel cap which bears an inspector's small letter 'M" stamped on it. Speculation is that 'M' could be a Roby inspector or an armory sub-inspector. Hilt has not been cleaned and has acquired a very pleasing bronze patina. The grips feature the typical shallow groove, leather covered handle with the Roby style, two-strand twisted brass wire wrapped around the handle. The black leather covering is in very good strong condition with no rips or tears and just slight scuffing. Twisted brass consists of 20-gauge wire with 12 twists per inch and 13 turns around the grip. Brass is tight and strong.
The fine, original steel scabbard wears a mottled dusky-gray patina and displays two dings on the reverse side near the lower band. Two ring mounts are tight and secure two 1¼" diameter sword rings. Scabbard retains its throat piece and also exhibits the brazed seam along the entire bottom length of the scabbard where the metal was folded and joined. Strong inspector marks "JM" are visible on the drag. With its reasonable asking price, this finely crafted Roby saber would make a wonderful gift specimen that could start or compliment any Civil War edged weapon display or collection.
(E2018) $1,295.00
Overall this knife is 11 ¼ inches in length with a 7-inch spear point blade. The handle is made from bone, dark on one side and light on the other. It is attached to the knife by four brass rivets. On one side is an inlayed blank silver plaque. The guard is made of silver. The blade is made of polished bright steel with etching on one side. The etched side is marked by stamp on the ricasso with the letters AKXLN inside a square. The blade etching is light in places but still legible. It is etched In the front of the blade with
AMERICANS FOR NOTHING BUT WHAT IS RIGHT AND SUBMIT TO NOTHING THAT IS WRONG.
Followed with an eagle with spread wings and holding a banner that reads READY TO DEFEND. To the right of the eagle it is etched with
THE UNITED STATES THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE PROTECTED BY HER NOBLE AND BRAVE VOLUNTEERS.
The bade has some dark spots, very light almost unnoticeable pitting near the point and two approximately 1/16 inch nicks on the blade. The brown leather scabbard embossed in gold trim and the silver throat is original but the tip is a crudely manufactured brass replacement made from a period sword or bayonet tip. It has a very dark patina and has been on the knife for a long period of time. This is a great knife for a period patriotic item.
(30-1470) $1,950.00
Here is a solid, well-made pocket revolver in very good condition produced in the late 1800s by an unknown arms company. This small handgun accommodated a hefty 32-caliber rimfire bullet. Weapon with its spur trigger and distinct swing-open pivoting barrel frame, allowed for the easy opening by pressing inward on the left side of the barrel breech. The pocket arm's nickel-plated frame is void of any markings save for the frame beneath the barrel where the serial number "A44" is clearly stamped. The 2 7/8" long, nickel-plated round barrel has no engravings. The two-piece 'birds head' style varnished walnut grips dress the weapon and are in excellent condition with just some edge wear of the varnish. In mechanically strong condition, this small, single action rimfire revolver would compliment any secondary sidearm collection.
(172-1677) $300.00
This is a small six shot pistol similar in design to the French and Belgium pinfire revolvers except it is rimfire. It is double action and fully functional. The finish is a nickel type finish with wood grips. The only markings are the serial number VP254 under the barrel, the number 14 on the trigger and cylinder and Belgium proof marks are on the barrel and the cylinder.
(172-1676) $215.00
Here is a fine, "over & under" double barrel pistol imported from an unknown Belgian arms maker. In very good overall condition, the muzzle-loading cap and ball pistol measures 7¼" long and has two .40 caliber, 'over & under', round brass barrels fitted to a flat brass frame and brass triggerguard. A thumb lever on left side of frame regulates the barrel to be fired. Grips feature a finely checkered, one-piece walnut handle with a 'bag' profile. Weapon is void of any maker's marks save for definitive Leige proof mark of the letters "E / L G / small star" all enclosed in an elongated circle. Frame is engraved on both sides with a tapered basket holding what appears to be sheaves of wheat and loaves of bread. Mechanically tight and strong. All exterior brass surfaces on this weapon show a fine mellow patina, along with scattered light scratches and wear. A nice adder to any pistol collection.
(123-6087) $795.00
This pistol is built on a frame very similar to a pepperbox design except the cylinder revolves around one barrel .The frame has a trigger guard and a bar type hammer. All metal parts on the frame are decorated with engraving and the walnut grips are also checkered.
The cylinder which holds 6 shots has a number from 1 to 6 stamped above each cylinder and in between each cylinder is a British proof mark. The 6 3/16-inch barrel is a 45 Caliber. The top has some engraving and is stamped B Cogswell London. The ba