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CONFEDERATE ALTERATION OF A STATE OF VIRGINIA SWAN CONTRACT MUSKET MARKED “ORANGE CO.”
In 1795 Virginia advertised for a contract to procure 4,000 muskets per annum. Colonel James Swan of Boston offered in September of 1796 to supply 4,000 musket per year for five years for a total of… (1000-289). Learn More »
$3,200.00
Originally $4,000.00
DRUM CONVERSION OF A STATE OF VIRGINIA SWAN CONTRACT MUSKET MARKED “VA. REGT. FAUQUIER” WITH CUT DOWN STOCK
In 1795 Virginia advertised for a contract to procure 4,000 muskets per annum. Colonel James Swan of Boston offered in September of 1796 to supply 4,000 musket per year for five years for a total of… (1000-245). Learn More »
$3,025.00
Originally $3,800.00
COLT NEW LINE .41 CENTERFIRE SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
Colt introduced their “New Line” of revolvers in 1873. There were designed by William Mason and ultimately came in five different models in calibers from .22 to .41, all using solid frames, spur… (490-4430). Learn More »
.69 CALIBER POWDER CHARGE – GRAY PAPER
This powder charge is in very good condition. Measures 2” long. Fine gray cartridge paper is tied closed at both ends, however there is also a typical folded tail. A blank musket charge that could… (1212-176). Learn More »
.69 CALIBER ROUND BALL CARTRIDGE – MEXICAN?
This cartridge is in good condition, with two small cracks at the base of the ball. Measures 2.75” long. Course cartridge paper is pasted closed over the ball. The powder end is closed with the… (1212-136). Learn More »
$125.00
SOLD
18MM (~.70 CALIBER) CARTRIDGE FOR ALTERED SWISS RIFLES
This cartridge is in excellent condition. Measures 1.9” long. Lubricated over bullet with end tucked into the bullet cavity. These “expanding ball” cartridges were for the Swiss Model 1842… (1212-184). Learn More »
POWDER MEASURE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT
Made of tin this unusual item is listed in Wert’s catalog as a powder measure. It measures 1 5/8 inches deep with a rounded bottom and is 1 ¼ inches in diameter. It has the catalog number 111 on… (224-796). Learn More »
POWDER MEASURE ONCE OWNED BY J. HOWARD WERT
Made of tin this unusual item is listed in Wert’s catalog as a powder measure. It measures 1 ¾ inches deep with a rounded bottom and is 1 1/2 inches in diameter. It has the catalog number 111 on… (224-795). Learn More »
BOOK – SPECIFICATION AND DRAWINGS OF CARTRIDGES FOR SMALL ARMS, PATENTED IN THE UNITED STATES PRIOR TO JANUARY 1, 1878
This is a reprint of the original 1878 edition that was in the collection of Herschel Logan. A high-quality reprint from Armory Publications. 7.5” x 11” x 2.5”, unpaginated. Approximately 300… (236-724). Learn More »
FRENCH 1785 CONTRACT MUSKET FOR THE STATE OF VIRGINIA CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION
After the Revolution and before the adoption of the Federal Constitution, Virginia realized that she had no source of new arms. In 1785, when Patrick Henry was Governor of the state, the Council of… (1000-252). Learn More »
$3,025.00
Originally $3,800.00
SCARCE JOSHUA AND CHARLES BARSTOW 1808 CONTRACT MUSKET WITH BAYONET
Joshua Barstow and son Charles of Exeter, NH, signed a U.S. contract for 2,500 muskets 21 October 1808, with 500 to be delivered to Fort Constitution at Portsmouth, NH, annually over a five-year term.… (1037-15). Learn More »
PASTEBOARD PACKAGE OF FRENCH PERCUSSION CAPS
Here is a very nice French pasteboard percussion cap container, unopened and full of caps. Round package made of white pasteboard with green paper labels affixed. A white paper label was pasted along… (1212-250). Learn More »
PASTEBOARD PACKAGE OF FRENCH PERCUSSION CAPS
Here is a very nice French pasteboard percussion cap container, unopened and full of caps. Round package made of white pasteboard with green paper labels affixed. A white paper label was pasted along… (1212-210). Learn More »
THUER’S PATENT .31 CALIBER “POCKET MODEL” CARTRIDGE
This is a Thuer’s Patent metallic centerfire cartridge. This short .31 caliber cartridge is in good original condition and was for the Colt Thuer conversion “Pocket” revolver. These were… (1212-23). Learn More »
$75.00
ON HOLD
VERY SCARCE 1799-1800 SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET: 42nd REGIMENT, PITTSYLVANIA
This musket is stamped “42. VA. REGT. PITTSYLVANIA” on the barrel, was later altered to percussion and then shortened for use in the civilian market. It is a scarce survivor from muskets delivered… (1000-241). Learn More »
LATE 1890’S MILLS CARTRIDGE BELT WITH PLATE
Dark blue web belt with a single row of sewn loops for holding ammunition. Belt meas. approx. 3.00 inches wide by 40.50 inches long including the plate. Belt has four centrally mounted grommets on the… (998-849). Learn More »
$200.00
Originally $275.00
SPRINGFIELD M1855 PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET, DATED 1857
This Civil War era single-shot muzzleloader is a .58 caliber Springfield Model 1855 percussion rifle-musket in very nice overall condition. Longarm has a 40” round barrel with broad three-groove… (987-10). Learn More »
$3,200.00
Originally $3,650.00
.69 CALIBER BUCK & BALL CARTRIDGE
This is an original .69 caliber Buck & Ball cartridge. Composed of a .69 caliber round ball with three .31 caliber buckshot on top. Wrapped in cartridge paper and tied with string between each… (2023-2033). Learn More »
$125.00
SOLD
MODEL 1841 HALL BREECHLOADING RIFLE: A SCARCE RIFLE, MADE IN PERCUSSION, AND THE LAST OF THE BREED
The breechloading Model 1841 Hall rifle retained the .52 caliber 32 5/8” rifled barrel of the Model 1819, but finally caught up with Hall carbines in the use of percussion priming. These are fairly… (490-3498). Learn More »
THUER’S PATENT .36 CALIBER “POCKET NAVY” CARTRIDGE
This is a Thuer’s Patent metallic centerfire cartridge. This short .36 caliber cartridge is in excellent original condition and was for the Colt Thuer conversion “Pocket Navy” revolver. These… (1212-24). Learn More »
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“REMEMBER THE MAINE!” U.S.S. MAINE DECORATED “GOING ASHORE” NAVY FLAT CAP
There was a long tradition in the U.S. Navy of the men decorating their uniforms with colorful embroidery, both to occupy idle hours on shipboard and in hopes of attracting some attention when on shore. The designs might be concealable and not be… (1219-44). Learn More »
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