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WINCHESTER .38-55 BULLET MOLD

WINCHESTER .38-55 BULLET MOLD

Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead .38 caliber ball for the Winchester rifle.  Single cavity mold with spout and a sprue cutter mounted on top of the mold blocks. Turned wood handles with brass… (160-203). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S BELT HOLSTER

CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S BELT HOLSTER

This belt holster was made for a small revolver, likely a “pocket model” of some sort, very typical of those carried by infantry line officer as a sidearm for personal defense in addition to the… (1179-628). Learn More »

.36 CALIBER (84 GUAGE) ENGLISH REVOLVER CARTRIDGE IN ENVELOPE – ELEY, LONDON

.36 CALIBER (84 GUAGE) ENGLISH REVOLVER CARTRIDGE IN ENVELOPE – ELEY, LONDON

Perfect example of a hard-to-find cartridge. This fine specimen is still encased in its protective outer wrapper, with orange label, and brown cloth pull tab. Many English revolvers from Adams, Kerr,… (1212-112). Learn More »

VERY RARE .50-50 EXPERIMENTAL CARTRIDGE – FRANKFORD ARSENAL

VERY RARE .50-50 EXPERIMENTAL CARTRIDGE – FRANKFORD ARSENAL

This is a .50 caliber copper rimfire cartridge. One of many profiles and sizes experimented with at the Frankford Arsenal following the Civil War. The search was for the most appropriate bullet,… (1212-146). Learn More »

ENGLISH PERCUSSION CAP PACK

ENGLISH PERCUSSION CAP PACK

This is a “pulp bag” of percussion caps as manufactured at the Royal Laboratory at Woolwich, England. Each pack was to contain 15 copper percussion caps.  Packages are full of caps and twisted… (2023-2737). Learn More »

DRUM CONVERSION OF A STATE OF VIRGINIA SWAN CONTRACT MUSKET MARKED “VA. REGT. FAUQUIER” WITH CUT DOWN STOCK

DRUM CONVERSION OF A STATE OF VIRGINIA SWAN CONTRACT MUSKET MARKED “VA. REGT. FAUQUIER” WITH CUT DOWN STOCK

In 1795 Virginia advertised for a contract to procure 4,000 muskets per annum. Colonel James Swan of Boston offered in September of 1796 to supply 4,000 musket per year for five years for a total of… (1000-245). Learn More »

$3,025.00
Originally $3,800.00

.69 CALIBER POWDER CHARGE – GRAY PAPER

.69 CALIBER POWDER CHARGE – GRAY PAPER

This powder charge is in very good condition. Measures 2” long. Fine gray cartridge paper is tied closed at both ends, however there is also a typical folded tail. A blank musket charge that could… (1212-176). Learn More »

18MM (~.70 CALIBER) CARTRIDGE FOR ALTERED SWISS RIFLES

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

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

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

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 »

PASTEBOARD PACKAGE OF FRENCH PERCUSSION CAPS

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

PASTEBOARD PACKAGE OF FRENCH PERCUSSION CAPS

Here is a very nice French pasteboard percussion cap container, unopened and full of caps. Round package made of white pasteboard with green paper labels affixed. A white paper label was pasted along… (1212-210). Learn More »

VERY SCARCE 1799-1800 SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET: 42nd REGIMENT, PITTSYLVANIA

VERY SCARCE 1799-1800 SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET: 42nd REGIMENT, PITTSYLVANIA

This musket is stamped “42. VA. REGT. PITTSYLVANIA” on the barrel, was later altered to percussion and then shortened for use in the civilian market. It is a scarce survivor from muskets delivered… (1000-241). Learn More »

MODEL 1841 HALL BREECHLOADING RIFLE: A SCARCE RIFLE, MADE IN PERCUSSION, AND THE LAST OF THE BREED

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

THUER’S PATENT .36 CALIBER “POCKET NAVY” CARTRIDGE

This is a Thuer’s Patent metallic centerfire cartridge. This short .36 caliber cartridge is in excellent original condition and was for the Colt Thuer conversion “Pocket Navy” revolver. These… (1212-24). Learn More »

REPRODUCTION SET OF CRISPIN CARTRIDGES

REPRODUCTION SET OF CRISPIN CARTRIDGES

This is a cased display set of reproduction Crispin cartridges as given out at the 2005 California Cartridge Collectors Show. Foam-filled plastic case holds five different Crispin cartridges made for… (1212-251). Learn More »

SCARCE MODEL 1841 SPRINGFIELD CADET MUSKET, DATED 1844

SCARCE MODEL 1841 SPRINGFIELD CADET MUSKET, DATED 1844

Model 1841 Cadet Musket was produced at Springfield Armory between 1844 and 1845.  This is one of only 450 of these weapons produced. Intended for the Corps of Cadets at West Point. This is a .57… (1000-138). Learn More »

$6,800.00
Originally $8,500.00

CONFEDERATE CONVERSION OF A MODEL 1816 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET

CONFEDERATE CONVERSION OF A MODEL 1816 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET

This weapon is a single shot, muzzle loading, .69 caliber smoothbore musket manufactured at the US armory in Springfield. Originally produced as a flintlock it was converted to percussion by the… (1000-114). Learn More »

$2,000.00
Originally $2,500.00

VERY RARE .36 CALIBER SMITH “RUBBER CASE” CARTRIDGE

VERY RARE .36 CALIBER SMITH “RUBBER CASE” CARTRIDGE

Gilbert Smith of Buttermilk Falls, NY, received patent #17,702 in June of 1857 for his invention of a cartridge case made of India rubber. All should be familiar with the .50 caliber Smith carbine… (1212-181). Learn More »

90-BORE (~.36 CALIBER) SHARPS “SPORTING RIFLE” CARTRIDGE

90-BORE (~.36 CALIBER) SHARPS “SPORTING RIFLE” CARTRIDGE

This style of cartridge was originally made prior to the Civil War and eventually replaced in the North by the “New Model” linen cartridges. However, the simple method of just tying the plain… (1212-87). Learn More »

60-BORE (~.44 CALIBER) SHARPS CARTRIDGE, GOMEZ & MILLS PATENT

60-BORE (~.44 CALIBER) SHARPS CARTRIDGE, GOMEZ & MILLS PATENT

Here is a very rare 60-Bore Sharps cartridge with a multi-groove bullet by Gomez and Mills. This cartridge is in fine condition. The paper is crisp, and you can clearly see where another cartridge… (1212-85). Learn More »

VERY SCARCE SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET, CIRCA 1799: COMPANY C, 54th REGIMENT, NORFOLK BOROUGH

VERY SCARCE SWAN CONTRACT VIRGINIA MILITIA REGIMENTALLY MARKED MUSKET, CIRCA 1799: COMPANY C, 54th REGIMENT, NORFOLK BOROUGH

This musket follows the general lines of a British Short Land Pattern musket, but bears no British maker, ordnance, or proof marks. The lock is a two-screw lock with gooseneck hammer, rounded pan and… (1000-0255). Learn More »

$6,000.00
Originally $7,500.00

VERY RARE .36 CALIBER MARSTON PISTOL CARTRIDGE

VERY RARE .36 CALIBER MARSTON PISTOL CARTRIDGE

U.S. patent #8956 was granted to William W. Marston & Frederick Goodell on May 18, 1852 for this cartridge. It was intended to be used in a breech-loading single shot firearm of Marston's design,… (1212-226). Learn More »

VERY RARE .36 CALIBER SAVAGE “SKIN” CARTRIDGE

VERY RARE .36 CALIBER SAVAGE “SKIN” CARTRIDGE

Scarce .36 caliber Savage cartridge for Navy revolvers. Here is a cartridge that is rarely offered for sale in this fine condition. This style of cartridge was made by D.C. Sage of Middletown, CT.… (1212-114). Learn More »

COPY OF “ELEY CARTIDGES” FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

COPY OF “ELEY CARTIDGES” FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

The full title of this volume is “ELEY CARTRIDGES: A HISTORY OF THE SILVERSMITHS AND AMMUNITION MANUFACTURERS” by C. W. Harding and published by Quiller Press of Wykey, Shrewsbury, England in… (236-469). Learn More »

HANDSOME INSCRIBED MOORE REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER OF C.H. RICHMOND

HANDSOME INSCRIBED MOORE REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER OF C.H. RICHMOND

Moore revolvers used the .32 caliber self-contained metallic rimfire cartridge, which was available and convenient. They were not subject to damage by rough handling, weather resistant, and made a… (2023-2603). Learn More »

ELEGANT DOUBLE COMPARTMENT PISTOL POWDER FLASK

ELEGANT DOUBLE COMPARTMENT PISTOL POWDER FLASK

This small pistol flask is embossed with an attractive pair of oak leaf and acorn clusters in the top quarter, below which a long, thin, scrolling chevron with dots separates it from a pair of knotted… (490-5380). Learn More »

1849 DATED MEXICAN WAR ERA BATTY “PEACE” POWDER FLASK

1849 DATED MEXICAN WAR ERA BATTY “PEACE” POWDER FLASK

Brass powder flask in good condition. The body has one small ding at bottom with a small seam opening. The decoration on the flask consists of a spread-winged eagle above a circle of 20 five-pointed… (160-170). Learn More »

2004 COPY OF “THE GILLESPIE GUN MAKERS OF EAST FORK NC”

2004 COPY OF “THE GILLESPIE GUN MAKERS OF EAST FORK NC”

Title is by T. Dennis Glazener and published by him in 2004. Book is soft cover and meas. approx. 8.50 x 11.00 inches and runs 76 pages. Covers are clean as is the interior. The book is profusely… (34-183). Learn More »

$40.00
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SMALL PISTOL POWDER FLASK

SMALL PISTOL POWDER FLASK

This is very small powder flask, possibly of European manufacture and perhaps made on contract for an American retailer, intended for a pocket revolver or small single shot pistol. Measures… (490-5248). Learn More »

MODEL 1858 CADET MUSKET DATED 1858

MODEL 1858 CADET MUSKET DATED 1858

An original Springfield Model 1858 Cadet rifle musket in .58 caliber in nice condition. Metal surfaces appear to have been cleaned and are bright. The 38.00-inch barrel has a surface that wears a… (490-3489). Learn More »

SMALL PISTOL POWDER FLASK

SMALL PISTOL POWDER FLASK

This is very small powder flask, possibly of European manufacture and perhaps made on contract for an American retailer, intended for a pocket revolver or small single shot pistol. Measures… (490-5247). Learn More »

VOLUME 1 OF REFERENCE WORK CONCERNING WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA GUNSMITHS

VOLUME 1 OF REFERENCE WORK CONCERNING WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA GUNSMITHS

Title is “GUNSMITHS OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA VOLUME 1” by Thomas J. Metzgar and James B. Whisker. Published by Old Bedford Village Press of Bedford, Pennsylvania in 1998. Volume is hardcover and… (798-74). Learn More »

BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER REVOLVER

BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER REVOLVER

Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. There is no sprue cutter. Cavities remain clean and crisp. There are several small dings on… (490-4365). Learn More »

BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER REVOLVER

BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER REVOLVER

Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. There is no sprue cutter. There are several small dings on exterior where the mold needed… (490-4364). Learn More »

BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER (120 GAUGE) ADAMS REVOLVER

BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER (120 GAUGE) ADAMS REVOLVER

Brass, two cavity bullet mold for 120 gauge (approx. .31 caliber) English Adams revolver. It casts two elongated bullets. These feature a pointy nose, two grooves, and a solid base. Iron sprue cutter… (490-4378). Learn More »

M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE FOR CONVERSION MUSKETS

M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE FOR CONVERSION MUSKETS

Mainspring vise for the many types of early muskets that were converted to percussion ignition. Typical vise mechanism with offset bar to accommodate the older flintlock mainsprings. Excellent… (490-4363). Learn More »

PLAIN PISTOL POWDER FLASK

PLAIN PISTOL POWDER FLASK

Constructed with plain copper body and brass top. Funnel unscrews and spring still works. Measures approximately 4.5" tall x 1.5" wide x 1" thick. All surfaces are unadorned, with sides that have… (490-4416). Learn More »

BULLET MOLD FOR .45 CALIBER, COLT M1878 REVOLVER

BULLET MOLD FOR .45 CALIBER, COLT M1878 REVOLVER

Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .45 caliber Colt Model 1878 revolver. It casts two elongated bullets with grooves. These are the “.45 Long Colt” bullets. Sprue cutter is attached to the top… (490-4399). Learn More »

M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE FOR CONVERSION MUSKETS

M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE FOR CONVERSION MUSKETS

Mainspring vise for the many types of early muskets that were converted to percussion ignition. Typical vise mechanism with offset bar to accommodate the older flintlock mainsprings. Excellent… (490-4380). Learn More »

BULLET MOLD FOR .44 CALIBER, COLT ARMY OR "HOLSTER" REVOLVER

BULLET MOLD FOR .44 CALIBER, COLT ARMY OR "HOLSTER" REVOLVER

Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .44 caliber Colt Army revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. Sprue cutter is attached to the top and is marked "COLT'S / PATENT". Cavities… (490-4376). Learn More »

COMPARTMENTED POWDER FLASK FOR THE AMERICAN MARKET, LIKELY FOR A CASED PAIR OF PHILADELPHIA DERRINGERS

COMPARTMENTED POWDER FLASK FOR THE AMERICAN MARKET, LIKELY FOR A CASED PAIR OF PHILADELPHIA DERRINGERS

This powder flask was certainly made for the American market. The bottom is fitted with two small, round hinged covers for interior compartments, each with an eagle with raised wings, a U.S. shield on… (30-2245). Learn More »

$575.00
Originally $695.00

CIVIL WAR LEATHER HOLSTER FOR COLT ROOT OR SIMILAR POCKET REVOLVERS

CIVIL WAR LEATHER HOLSTER FOR COLT ROOT OR SIMILAR POCKET REVOLVERS

The black leather of the holster is somewhat stiff but can be coaxed to take a weapon. The leather surface shows light crazing throughout. The holster has a rather wide flap with two parallel rows of… (490-3203). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR SMALL POCKET MODEL REVOLVERS

CIVIL WAR FLAP HOLSTER FOR SMALL POCKET MODEL REVOLVERS

This is a black leather holster made for revolvers. The leather still shows the faint “profile” of a revolver cylinder and barrel. A .31 caliber “pocket” model Colt fits into this holster. The… (2022-1071). Learn More »

RARE BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER "WELLS FARGO" M-1849 COLT REVOLVER

RARE BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER "WELLS FARGO" M-1849 COLT REVOLVER

Very rare iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber "Wells Fargo" Colt revolver. It casts one round ball and one elongated bullet. There is no sprue cutter. Marked "COLT'S / PATENT" across the… (490-4400). Learn More »

1985 STUDY ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE BY THE KENTUCKY RIFLE ASSOCIATION

1985 STUDY ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE BY THE KENTUCKY RIFLE ASSOCIATION

The full title of this volume is “THE KENTUCKY RIFLE; A TRUE AMERICAN HERITAGE IN PICTURE” by The Kentucky Rifle Association and published by Forte Group of Alexandria, Virginia in 1985. The… (1032-132). Learn More »

VOLUME 1 ONLY OF “AMERICAN MILITARY SHOULDER ARMS” BY MOLLER

VOLUME 1 ONLY OF “AMERICAN MILITARY SHOULDER ARMS” BY MOLLER

The full title of this volume is “AMERICAN MILITARY SHOULDER ARMS – VOLUME 1: COLONIAL AND REVOLUTIONARY WAR ARMS” by George D. Moller and published by University Press of Colorado in 1993. The… (1032-131). Learn More »

LOT OF PINFIRE SHOTGUN CARTRIDGES

LOT OF PINFIRE SHOTGUN CARTRIDGES

Offered here is a lot of nine pinfire shotgun cartridges. One is loaded, all others are unused, empty shells waiting to be filled. The one loaded shell has raised “ELEY LONDON / 12 / 1861” on the… (M23280). Learn More »

TYPE-I RICHARDS CONVERSION COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER

TYPE-I RICHARDS CONVERSION COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER

This is great early western Colt center-fire .44 caliber revolver of the 1870s in good condition. The Colt Richards conversion of the 1860 Army was produced starting in 1871 following the expiration… (490-3461). Learn More »


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IDENTIFIED ISSUE RED BLANKET OF THEODORE P. BOWKER 13th MASSACHUSETTS - DIED OF WOUNDS AT ANTIETAM!

This is a rare, early-war, identified Massachusetts issue red blanket carried by a soldier in the 13th Massachusetts who was wounded at Antietam on Sept. 17, 1862, and died of those wounds at a U.S. hospital at Rappahannock Station on November 12.… (490-7138). Learn More »

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