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SCARCE COLT NAVY PRUSSIAN “KRIEGSMARINE” MARKED POWDER FLASK

SCARCE COLT NAVY PRUSSIAN “KRIEGSMARINE” MARKED POWDER FLASK

Colt came in for considerable criticism for selling arms to the South right up to the opening shots of the Civil War. He showed a similar broad-mindedness in dealing with both Britain and Russia in… (2025-3322). Learn More »

FLORAL OR SEASHELL EMBOSSED POCKET PISTOL FLASK

FLORAL OR SEASHELL EMBOSSED POCKET PISTOL FLASK

A delicate, small-sized powder flask measuring just 2-3/4” by 1-1/2” and likely intended for a small pocket pistol or revolver. The body is embossed on both sides with a narrow, fan-shaped or… (1309-335). Learn More »

RARE BULLET MOLD FOR .28 CALIBER, COLT "ROOT" REVOLVER

RARE BULLET MOLD FOR .28 CALIBER, COLT "ROOT" REVOLVER

Brass, two cavity bullet mold for the .28 caliber Colt Model 1855 Side-hammer, also known as the Colt Root Revolver. Named for engineer Elisha K. Root (1808–1865). The revolver was a cap and… (1304-143). Learn More »

.54 CALIBER STARR CARBINE CARTRIDGE – ST. LOUIS ARSENAL

.54 CALIBER STARR CARBINE CARTRIDGE – ST. LOUIS ARSENAL

.54 caliber cartridge for the Starr carbine. The cartridge case is of fine linen. The thin paper base pasted in place to close the end is blue paper indicating manufacture at St. Louis Arsenal. The… (1309-340). Learn More »

1848 DATED BATTY PEACE FLASK

1848 DATED BATTY PEACE FLASK

A very nice good example an 1848-dated regulation rifleman’s flask that would go well with an 1817 Common Rifle, Hall, or even a Mississippi. Robert Dingee had produced powder flasks for riflemen… (1304-130). Learn More »

“SECOND TYPE”  COLT’S PATENT FLASK FOR THE M1851 COLT NAVY

“SECOND TYPE” COLT’S PATENT FLASK FOR THE M1851 COLT NAVY

An excellent condition example of flask #F12 in Rapley’s typology, the only Colt Navy flask with the embossed pattern shown on both sides, finely detailed die work attributed to Dixon and Sons of… (1304-76). Learn More »

VERY FINE, VERY RARE .36 CALIBER, 6-CAVITY GANG MOLD FOR COLT M1851 NAVY REVOLVER

VERY FINE, VERY RARE .36 CALIBER, 6-CAVITY GANG MOLD FOR COLT M1851 NAVY REVOLVER

Measuring 13” long, this iron bullet mold casts six .36 caliber elongated pistol bullets. Turned wood handles and brass ferrules are fitted over the arms of the mold halves. The sprue cutter is… (1304-117). Learn More »

RARE BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER, M1849 COLT "WELLS FARGO" REVOLVER

RARE BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CALIBER, M1849 COLT "WELLS FARGO" REVOLVER

Iron, two cavity bullet mold for the .31 caliber Colt Model 1849 “Wells Fargo” Pocket Revolver. The revolver was a cap and ball single-action pocket revolver. This is one of the rarest and most… (1304-148). Learn More »

BRASS BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CAL. 1849 POCKET REVOLVER

BRASS BULLET MOLD FOR .31 CAL. 1849 POCKET REVOLVER

Here is a very good, clean brass mold for pocket model revolvers (.31 caliber). Two cavity type; one round ball, one “heeled” conical ball, circa 1855-1856. Cavities are clean. Integral sprue… (1304-144). Learn More »

.36 CAL. “COLT’S PATENT” MOLD FOR 1862 COLT POLICE MODEL

.36 CAL. “COLT’S PATENT” MOLD FOR 1862 COLT POLICE MODEL

Here is a very fine bullet mold for Police or Navy revolvers (.36 caliber). This is a straight-leg, two cavity type; one round ball, one New Model conical ball. Typical Civil War-era mold marked… (1304-146). Learn More »

VERY NICE, VERY LARGE CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

VERY NICE, VERY LARGE CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for old muskets.  Single cavity mold with spout and a sprue cutter in handle. Cavity measures approximately 0.785”. The number “10” is stamped… (1309-237). Learn More »

VERY NICE .75 CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

VERY NICE .75 CALIBER IRON MUSKET BALL MOLD

Iron scissor-type mold to cast a lead round ball for old muskets.  Single cavity mold with spout and a sprue cutter in handle. Cavity measures approximately 0.72”. The number “12” is stamped in… (1309-236). Learn More »

VERY NICE BABY DRAGOON OR EARLY POCKET MODEL FLASK

VERY NICE BABY DRAGOON OR EARLY POCKET MODEL FLASK

This is very strong example of the “eagle on hummock” style flask supplied by dealers and retailers with Colt Baby Dragoon and early Pocket Revolvers, showing the same motif as those supplied to… (1304-60). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR SPENCER COMBINATION TOOL

CIVIL WAR SPENCER COMBINATION TOOL

These blackened iron take-down tools combine two screwdriver blades, all that is required to disassemble a Spencer rifle or carbine. They were supplied with the guns as part of the army and navy… (998-1464). Learn More »

RARE “US” MARKED M1841 RIFLE / M1842 MUSKET COMBINATION WRENCH

RARE “US” MARKED M1841 RIFLE / M1842 MUSKET COMBINATION WRENCH

This is a gun tool that measures 3.6” in overall length.  It is a combination tool with a box end percussion cone (nipple) wrench and two screwdriver blades; one fixed on the main body of the tool… (2025-2807). Learn More »

EAGLE AND SHIELD FLASK FOR REMINGTON BEALS

EAGLE AND SHIELD FLASK FOR REMINGTON BEALS

A good example of the eagle and shield flask embossed on both sides with an eagle with raised wings underneath an arc of nine stars, with four more flanking it, and raised lines indicating sunrays in… (2025-2410). Learn More »

PEACOCK AND PILLAR FLASK FOR COLT 1855 NEW MODEL ROOT POCKET

PEACOCK AND PILLAR FLASK FOR COLT 1855 NEW MODEL ROOT POCKET

Measuring 4-1/2 by 2 inches, this ornate flask is in very good condition with tight seams, no dents and sharp detail. The brown lacquer finish is largely intact, showing just some minor age spots and… (1304-74). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE RICHMOND RIFLE MUSKET COMBINATION TOOL

CONFEDERATE RICHMOND RIFLE MUSKET COMBINATION TOOL

These cleverly designed, forged iron musket tools were fabricated at the Richmond Arsenal (See Davies, “CS Armory Richmond Book,” for photographs of several examples). They combine a double-ended… (2025-2608). Learn More »

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1838 DATED AMES “PEACE” FLASK: STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS

1838 DATED AMES “PEACE” FLASK: STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS

This flask is in very good condition, complete with triangular carrying loops and adjustable spout, the body showing crisp designs, no dents, dings or verdigris, good seams, a mellow patina to the… (1304-116). Learn More »

WINCHESTER .44 HENRY RIMFIRE CARTRIDGE, FLAT TOP, LONG CASE, "H"

WINCHESTER .44 HENRY RIMFIRE CARTRIDGE, FLAT TOP, LONG CASE, "H"

Excellent flat top cartridge for the .44 Henry and M1866 Winchester rifles or the Colt, Remington, and Smith & Wesson revolvers. This particular cartridge was manufactured by the Winchester… (490-2768). Learn More »


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RARE MAINE GRAY FORAGE CAP; STENCILED HAVELOCK RAIN COVER AND STENCILED KNAPSACK; US HAVERSACK AND CANTEEN: PERLEY WHITTIER CO. K 24th MAINE

This grouping from Perley Whittier of the 24th Maine includes some very scarce material and his gray forage cap with Maine buttons on the chinstrap is downright rare. With this is his privately purchased long, havelock-style, caped rain cover -… (1179-229). Learn More »

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