Thomas Turner Private Purchase 2 band Snider Rifle .577

This is an excellent example of a scarce 2 band Snider commonly referred to as the "Sergeant's pattern" as they were issued to Sergeant's in Line Regiments. They were also purchased for use in Volunteer Rifle Corps and this one is most definitely an Officers private purchase. The use by the Volunteers is confirmed by the bayonet bar and the Crown on the lock.
This is an exceptional rifl...  read more

Code: 50184

Exquisite Model British Naval Cannon

I do have a soft spot for model cannons and this is one of the best I have offered. The detail is very fine down to the trunnion hasps which have removable wedge locks to dismount the brass barrel. The trunnions were regarded as one of the most important advances in the development of artillery.
Old repair to two of the wheels if you look for it but other than that in excellent condition...  read more

Code: 50182

Early Dixons Rifle Powder Flask

This is a particularly early Dixon Flask embossed with a hanging game scene and the makers name "James Dixon and Sons"
This is a scarce flask and has been copied in the past but this is genuine from an old collection I am listing. The spout and lid unscrew easily but the spout spring is broken but are available from specialist dealers such as Peter Dyson and Henry Krank.
There are...  read more

Code: 50179

Rare Adams 38 Bore Mould

The tailed Adams moulds were short lived as the patented rammer systems made them obsolete. This particular mould is for the massive 38 bore ( .50") calibre large frame revolvers which are uncommon if not rare. The mould still casts perfectly but has seen "honest travel" and has no doubt made hundreds of bullets.  read more

Code: 50165

Manhattan Series IV revolver

This is a good .36 calibre Manhattan Series IV Navy.
The revolver itself is all matching and has a tight lock up with 10 cylinder safety notches which allowed the revolver to be carried with the hammer dropped between the nipples, a feature unique to Manhattan.
Manhattan was a serious competitor to Colt and many people consider them better made than Colt.
This one has a six...  read more

Code: 50163

Mint Stevens Model 44 Rifle

This is an excellent Stevens Model 44 and about as good as can be found. The bore is mint and the original cyanide case hardening on the receiver has hardly worn.
Superb action and really nice woodwork. This particular rifle is chambered for obsolete 32 RF long but in the USA this model is often used as a platform for a bench rest rifle which is a relatively easy conversion that would al...  read more

Code: 50160

Cased Colt London Pocket Revolver

This is a good fifth model Colt Pocket London with matching serial numbers including the wedge. The top strap is stamped "Address Colonel Colt London" The cylinder has an excellent cylinder scene and there is evidence of case hardening extant as can be seen from the photographs. The revolver has the usual London refinements of domed screws and heavier cross hatched hammer spur.
The case ...  read more

Code: 50158

Bill Reid VC autographed print - an extraordinary man!

Bill Reid was Scottish and an extraordinarily brave but modest man. His Lancaster Bomber was badly strafed during a bombing raid and his navigator and other crew members killed but he carried on with his mission, dropped his bombs and returned home despite being severely wounded and as a consequence saving the remainder of his crew. On a later mission his aircraft was hit and severed in two by ...  read more

Code: 50157

Winchester Model 1901 Lever Action Shotgun.

I like these shotguns and go out of my way to find them.
This particular example is untouched and in excellent condition with most of the original finish, good bore and nice woodwork.
Full 32" in barrel in 10 gauge with a Hawkins recoil pad. This shotgun is untouched and not messed with. The Hawkins pad was a factory option and from the aged condition it is probably contemporary w...  read more

Code: 50148

Taylerson The Revolver 1865-1888

Taylerson's trilogy on revolvers has proved essential reading for revolver collectors for generations. This is a pivitol work as it covers the transition from percussion to self contained cartridges and variants. Excellent line drawings and profuse photographic plates with an index this was first published in 1966.
I generally have Taylerson's works in stock and they vary in condition. ...  read more

Code: 50146