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**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5174 - 17538 - COLT AR-15 SP-1 SEMI-AUTO VERSION OF THE M16 (VIETNAM ERA STYLE) .223 caliber - Serial number SP1 83144 made around 1977 as far as we can figure. This is the civilian semi-auto only version of the Vietnam era M16 made before they added the forward assist to become the M16A1. This has the “bird cage” type flash hider, triangular handguard, trap in the butt for cleaning rod and triangular handguards. This has been fired little and cared for well. There is very minor finish wear on the tip of the flash hider, the front sight ears, and a couple of tiny scratches, and a few small scrapes on the plastic buttplate. At first glance this will pass for new, and the piddling defects noted require a close inspection to notice. Comes with one Colt 20 round magazine. This is an excellent representative substitute for a Vietnam era M16 rifle (which is basically unaffordable and unobtainable to most collectors). In an emergency, it could serve as a good home defense weapon as well, assuming your gunsmith approves it as safe to fire- we sell all guns as collector items only. $1200.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF4834 - 15545 - USMC WW2 HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MODEL 65 .22 CALIBER TRAINING RIFLE - SERIAL NUMBER 1562. According to Thomas Batha's excellent book “U.S. Martial .22RF Rifles”, about 6,000 of these were procured during WW2 to provide training to Marines being armed with M1 rifles in 1943 and later. (Previously the bolt action .22 rifles had been suitable basic trainers while the Marines still used the M1903 Springfields.) Since these were assigned to the rifle range, not individuals, they generally were not well cared for, and are usually found in poor condition. These closely duplicate the weight and sight picture of the M1 Garand, and the detachable box magazine can be loaded with 8 or 10 rounds, so you can also imitate the Garand clip capacity. These were well liked, and later about 3,450 of the similar MC-58 rifles were procured in 1959, identical except for change to a safety in the trigger guard like the Garand/M14.) CMP sold some of the MC-58s, but the Model 65 is hard to find. These rifles are loaded by pushing back on an operating rod in the forend, the same system used by designer Eugene Reising on the Model 55 SMG used by the Marines. A good addition to any U.S. martial longarms collection, or for one focused on Marine weapons or .22 trainers. This one has an excellent bore. About 90% of the original gray parkerize finish remains, thinning from normal use. This is complete with the correct Redfield rear sight. However, the front sight is an incorrect replacement from the civilian version which lacks the “ears” on the side to protect the blade and better simulate the sight picture of the M1 Garand. The front sight slips on and is secured by a set screw so it will be easy to change if/when you find a correct one. One correct original 10 round H&R magazine included. Stock is unsanded with an old oil finish, and overall very nice with only a few very minor dings. A nice example of a scarce WW2 trainer used exclusively by the Marine Corps. $535.00 (View Picture)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5097 - U.S. M1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE- VERY HANDSOME EXAMPLE Serial number 952925 made in 1918 using the improved “high number” heat treatment. Circa WW2 this rifle was arsenal overhauled at Augusta Arsenal, and totally rebuilt and refinished. It retains about 98% of the dark gray parkerized finish on all parts. All milled parts. Stock is an extraordinarily crisp Mark I stock with the shallow cut on the left side for ejection clearance when used on the Mark I (but the stocks were interchangeable among all the M1903s). This has sharp finger grooves, and has never been sanded, and has only a very few of the most minor blemishes and has only the original military oil finish and lightly raised grain. Lightly stuck but sharp cartouche FLW over RIA in a box, with newer AAD on top of that. Barrel was made by High Standard and is dated HS/ordnance bomb/2-44 with four groove rifling. Bore shows sharp edges on the lands, but the grooves are dark, and there are some spots near the middle that are large and dark. Perhaps the bore will clean up to be excellent with a vigorous cleaning, but there is a chance that it will only be fair to good with some pits near the center. However, the exterior appearance is still superb regardless of how the bore turns out. Bolt is one made by Smith Corona, so the overhaul was probably done late in WW2 or shortly after. Sling swivels have some rust on them from have a damp sling left on them. This is a very handsome example of a typical WW1 rifle, as rebuilt during or after WW2. We sell all guns as collector items only, but if approved by a competent gunsmith it has the potential to be a good shooter. The Mark I stock is a real treasure, and if you are looking for one for a restoration project, it would be worth getting this rifle just for the stock. We seriously considered replacing the stock and selling it separately, but decided that the overall appearance matched so nicely it was best not to mess with this historically correct arsenal mix of parts. $995.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5101 - 17340 - U.S. MODEL 1903A3 RIFLE MADE BY REMINGTON “SPORTERIZED” Serial number 4047632, still in .30-06 caliber and easily restored to military configuration.

After the disaster at Dunkirk in June 1940, the British approached Remington Arms Company about making a 303 caliber variation of the Model 1903 Springfield for their army. The U.S. Army transferred the Model 1903 tooling from the Rock Island Arsenal to Remington for this project. But, with the U.S. heading for war, plans changed and the Army directed Remington to manufacture of the Model 1903 in its original configuration. Between October 1941 and January 1943 Remington produced about 330,000 Model 1903 rifles. During this time Remington made numerous changes to speed manufacture and by early 1942 the rifle became the U.S. rifle 1903 (modified). Changes included using stampings instead of milled parts for the barrel bands, sling swivels, buttplate, and trigger guard assembly. Adoption of a simpler and cheaper rear sight on the receiver instead of on the barrel resulted in a new model designation as Model 1903A3. The production of the 1903A3 was phased in between December 1942 and January 1943, and about 700,000 were made when production ceased in early 1944. Although the M1 Garand was the main rifle used by our troops, some of the M1903A3s were issued, including to rear echelon troops.

In the 1960s the M1903A3s were being sold by the DCM program to NRA members for bargain prices ($10.00 plus $4.50 shipping!) although everything was a bargain back then- new cars for under $2,000, nice M1903s from dealers at $29-39, wages about $1.50 per hour, and gas about 29 cents a gallon. Anyway, these cheap M1903A3s were promoted as great opportunities to make a sporter, and the American Rifleman included step by step directions on how to convert them. This rifle conforms to their recommendations with the stock and handguard cut off ahead of the lower band, and the substitution of a milled trigger guard assembly and lower band. Later the owner had it reparkerized in a dark gray color and about 99.8% of that remains- just a hint of a streak on the bolt. Bore in the 9-43 dated two groove barrel is perfect- sharp and bright. The two groove rifling was adopted to save time during WW2, but tests have repeatedly proven them to be as accurate as four groove barrels.

This rifle would be a great shooter (assuming your gunsmith approve it- we sell all rifles as collector items only), or it would be very easy to restore to original configuration by simply switching out the stock assembly, trigger guard and bands. You would even end up with a milled trigger guard assembly to sell or trade. $550.00 (View Picture)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5148 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30, M1 “GARAND” SERIAL NUMBER 2111002 Typical arsenal overhauled example with SA 11-52 dated barrel, and typical mixed vintage small parts. Bore is bright and sharp. Breech bore gauge reading is 4, and muzzle reading is a bit over 2. Metal parts with about 75% thinning parkerized finish in varying shades. Bottom of trigger housing has no finish, having been wire brushed, and the gas cylinder finish is mostly gone as is usually the case. Walnut stock is sound but the butt has been fairly heavily sanded, leaving the buttplate a bit proud of the wood. Small import markings on the barrel just ahead of the receiver. Overall a good representative example f the M1 Garand that likely saw service during WW2 and Korea. $750.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5160 - EARLY U.S. MODEL 1903A3 MADE BY SMITH CORONA WITH SIX GROOVE BARREL SERIAL NUMBER 3627998 CALIBER 30 06 The U.S. Model 1903 was the standard service rifle of the U.S. military from 1903 untill the late 1930's with well over one million produced. The action owes much to the German Mauser Gewehr 98, but also has some unique features including a magazine cutoff to hold 5 shoots in reserve till the enemy charged. After the disaster at Dunkirk in June 1940, the British approached Remington Arms Company about making a Model 1903 in caliber 303 to reequip their army. The U.S. government released the Model 1903 tooling from the Rock Island Arsenal to Remington, and two prototype Model 1903 rifles in 303 were made. (They can be seen at the Firearms Museum in Cody, Wyoming.) But with the U.S. heading for war, the Army commissioned Remington to restart manufacture of the Model 1903, with the first rifles turned out in October 1941. Between October 1941 and January 1943 Remington produced about 330,000 Model 1903 rifles. Remington made numerous changes to speed manufacture and by early 1942 the rifle was called the U.S. rifle 1903 Modified. These included changing the barrel bands, sling swivels, buttplate, and triggerguard from machined to stamped. When the rear sight was moved from the area in front of the receiver to the rear receiver bridge the rifle’s designation was changed from Model 1903 Modified to Model 1903A3. The production of the 1903A3 was phased in between December 1942 and January 1943, and about 700,000 were made when production ceased in early 1944.

The government also contracted with the Smith-Corona Typewriter Company for the production of the U.S. Model 1903A3 rifle, and the company completed about 250,000 rifles before production ceased in early 1944. The Smith Corona rifles are the rarest of the M1903A3 rifles and are eagerly sought after by collectors. Smith Corona had trouble making barrels and so contracted with the Savage Arms company when they started production for 5000 barrels. These barrels all had six, rather than the standard 4 grooves.

This rifle is one of the early rifles with the six groove barrel, making it the rarest of the Smith Corona M1903A3 rifles. The barrel is dated 1-43. It has the grayish-green parkerized finish seen on the rifles from this time period. All parts including the bolt, trigger guard, buttplate, and barrel bands are correct Smith Corona parts. The stock is has the cross pins rather than bolt, and the larger proof P seen on the SC rifles. The six groove barrel is bright with sharp rifles. This is the fourth one of the six groove rifles we’ve seen. We kept the first two for our collection and are selling this one. $1250.00 (View Picture)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5183 - 17609 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 M1D (SNIPER’S) NICE! - Serial number 2904262 with SA 2-52 dated barrel. Drawing number is located on the top of the barrel and ends in 555, correct for the M1D, and NOT a regular barrel that has been altered with a bogus copy of a scope base cobbled on to it by Bubba’s Butchery shoppe. This is complete with correct original M84 sniper scope and mount. Scope seems to have a few droplets of oil on the internal lenses, but is usable as is. Correct MRT 2-52 dated leather cheek pad, laced in place although it does not have the screws installed. Arsenal dark greenish parkerized finish has about 98% remaining with bits of dried cosmoline in the corners. Bore gages 3 at the breech and 1 at the muzzle, and is excellent, bright and sharp, seemingly unused since rebuilt into the M1D configuration. Sharp circle P on the grip over traces of an earlier P. There is probably a rework cartouche under the cheek pad, but we prefer not to remove it to check. Stock has dark appearance from storage in cosmoline, with assorted minor storage and handling dings. Reportedly this is one of the SAMCO imports from the 1990s (from Norway or Israel, depending on which story you hear) but we did not detect any import marks, so I think it may be one of the early CMP “lottery” M1D rifles.

The M1D sniper rifles were ALL made by arsenal overhaul of standard rifles made by any of the four makers, and there is no “correct serial number range” for these. Although the M1D design was approved late in WW2, apparently none were actually made then, and the initial assembly was during the Korean war. Barrels made then (usually dated 10-51 through 3-53) continued to be used on M1D rifles assembled well into the 1960s. The M1D was used during Korea and well into the Vietnam war. These are probably the most affordable U.S. military sniper rifle available to collectors today, and likely to rapidly increase in price to match the escalating M1903A4 values in recent years. $2850.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5121 - DOUBLE SIZE M1918A2 BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE TRAINING DEVICE - USMC USED

Officially called the "Rifle Training Aid M23, PN 7268242 (M1918A2 BAR, Cal..30)"

A superb example which will be an eye catching centerpiece for a display. This is HUGE (about 8 feet long x 15 inches x 5 inches) but being made mostly of aluminum castings the weight is only about 50 pounds. It easily disassembles into two pieces with the barrel and forend detaching from the receiver removable with just a couple of screws. These were made as training devices to be visible from the back of a classroom as recruits were taught the nomenclature and function of the parts during basic training. This still has most of the tag on the stock identifying it as being used at the U.S. Marine Corps base at Parris Island, SC. That Marines absolutely loved the BAR, with its reliability, and sustained firepower as the base of fire for a squad. Because of the Marine Corps emphasis on fire discipline and marksmanship it was extremely effective while requiring far less weight, ammunition or manpower than a light machine gun. This superb example retains 95-97% of the painted finish on the parts and unlike many, it still has the magazine. Originally these were issued in a large box which would be used as the base and support for the trainer, but the box is not with this one. This appears to be totally complete and functional, but we really don't know enough to be 100% certain. It is only missing the special double size plastic cartridges that are fed from the magazine during the operating cycle to show the functioning of the various parts. (Bill Ricca has the cartridge available, so that is not a big deal.) Bill Ricca's site http://www.billricca.com/trainers_2x.htm has a great section on all the various double size trainers, and they are an interesting collecting sub-specialty themselves. They made them for the M1 Garand, M1 Carbine, BAR, M1919 BMG, and the M16. I have heard reports of (but never actually seen) one for the M1911 pistols. Shipping and packing charges will depend on location. $1095.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5118 - WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRENCH GUN WITH WASHINGTON STATE HIGHWAY PATROL MARKINGS SERIAL NUMBER 1769319 CALIBER 12 GAUGE The Winchester Model 12 is considered by many the finest pump action shotgun that Winchester ever made. They were also used by the U.S. Military during World War I and II and remained in the U.S. inventory right up to the Gulf War. The Washington State Highway Patrol armed itself with them in the 1950’s through the 1970’s. They were carried in a scabbard that was fitted on the front edge of the front seat with the butt to the driver’s side so they could be removed quickly if needed. Each gun was issued to an individual trooper and his personnel number was painted on the left side of the butt stock.

This gun has some dings near the butt where the scabbard did not provide much protection, but is otherwise in almost new condition. The high polish bluing would rate about 97% with just a little bit of war on the high points. Other than the dings on the butt the wood is in excellent condition. The bore is bright without any evidence of pitting. An excellent example of one of America’s finest shotguns with the added history of use by the Washington State Highway Patrol. $650.00 (View Picture)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5037 - U.S. MODEL 1903A3 MADE BY SMITH CORONA SERIAL NUMBER 4764997 CALIBER 30 06 The U.S. Model 1903 was the standard service rifle of the U.S. military from 1903 till the late 1930's with well over one million produced. The action owes much to the German Mauser Gewehr 98, but also has some unique features including a magazine cutoff to hold 5 shoots in reserve till the enemy charged. After the disaster at Dunkirk in June 1940, the British approached Remington Arms Company about making a Model 1903 in caliber 303 to reequip their army. The U.S. government released the Model 1903 tooling from the Rock Island Arsenal to Remington, and two prototype Model 1903 rifles in 303 were made. (They can be seen at the Firearms Museum in Cody, Wyoming.) But with the U.S. heading for war, the Army commissioned Remington to restart manufacture of the Model 1903, with the first rifles turned out in October 1941. Between October 1941 and January 1943 Remington produced about 330,000 Model 1903 rifles. Remington made numerous changes to speed manufacture and by early 1942 the rifle was called the U.S. rifle 1903 Modified. These included changing the barrel bands, sling swivels, buttplate, and triggerguard from machined to stamped. When the rear sight was moved from the area in front of the receiver to the rear receiver bridge the rifle’s designation was changed from Model 1903 Modified to Model 1903A3. The production of the 1903A3 was phased in between December 1942 and January 1943, and about 700,000 were made when production ceased in early 1944.

Because of the need for rifles Smith Corona, one of the largest typewriter makers in the U.S. also received a contract to make the M1903A3, and produced about 250,000. There first rifles were produced in late 1942 and production was continued till early 1944. They are the rarer of the two makers, and much sought after by military collectors.

This rifle was made during the summer of 1943. The barrel is dated 8-43. The rifle has the correct Parkerized grayish-green finish seen on many Smith Corona rifles. Finish receiver, barrel, barrel bands, and trigger guard are over 95%, most are blued, thought the trigger guard and front barrel band are Parkerized. The stock has the initials FJA and the Ordnance Corp logo, and the cross pins rather than bolts and appears to be a correct Smith Corona stock. The barrel is bright with sharp riflings. Overall an above average example of the rarest of the U.S. Model 1903A3 rifle. $950.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5013 - U.S. MODEL 1903A3 RIFLE MADE BY REMINGTON SERIAL NUMBER 4079896 BARREL DATE 5-44 CALIBER 30-06 WITH BARREL DATED 5-44 The U.S. Model 1903 was the standard service rifle of the U.S. military from 1903 till the late 1930's with well over one million produced. The action owes much to the German Mauser Gewehr 98, but also has some unique features including a magazine cutoff to hold 5 shoots in reserve till the enemy charged. After the disaster at Dunkirk in June 1940, the British approached Remington Arms Company about making a Model 1903 in caliber 303 to reequip their army. The U.S. government released the Model 1903 tooling from the Rock Island Arsenal to Remington, and two prototype Model 1903 rifles in 303 were made. (They can be seen at the Firearms Museum in Cody, Wyoming.) But with the U.S. heading for war, the Army commissioned Remington to restart manufacture of the Model 1903, with the first rifles turned out in October 1941. Between October 1941 and January 1943 Remington produced about 330,000 Model 1903 rifles. Remington made numerous changes to speed manufacture and by early 1942 the rifle was called the U.S. rifle 1903 Modified. These included changing the barrel bands, sling swivels, buttplate, and triggerguard from machined to stamped. When the rear sight was moved from the area in front of the receiver to the rear receiver bridge the rifle’s designation was changed from Model 1903 Modified to Model 1903A3. The production of the 1903A3 was phased in between December 1942 and January 1943, and about 700,000 were made when production ceased in early 1944. This rifles were used by front line troops until the M1 Garand became available, and rear echelon troops to the end of the war.

This rifle was made in the summer of 1943. Over all condition is excellent with correct parkerized finish on the barrel, receiver and bolt, and bluing on the other parts. The barrel is bright with two groove riflings. $695.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5133 - EXCELLENT U.S. RIFLE MODEL 1917 MADE BY WINCHESTER SERIAL NUMBER 120117 MANUFACTURED JANUARY 1918. CALIBER 30-06 BARREL DATE 1-18. ALL MATCHING. When the U.S entered the First World War in April 1917 the number of rifles available to equip the expanded military was insufficient. The ordnance department realized that two private firearms manufacturers (Winchester, Remington, and the Eddystone subsidiary of Remington) had been making a service rifle for British Army, and had nearly completed this contract. There was intense pressure for rifles for the new draftees so the ordnance department approached these manufactures and asked them to convert their existing tooling and make the British designed rifle to chamber the U.S. 30-06 cartridge. This was done and all three plants were in full production by the fall of 1917. Each of the three makers stamped there names on the receivers of the rifles which they produced. Eddystone made the most with about 1.6 million completed by the November 1918. Winchester and Remington both made about 500,000 each.

The new rifle was designated U.S. Rifle, Model 1917, but was commonly called the Enfield because of its British origins. The rifle was longer than the U.S. designed Model 1903, and the balance was never as good, but the action was stronger, and rifles were more accurate straight from the factory than the Model 1903. Over 70% of our troops who served in France carried the M1917 rifle, and it is claimed that Sergeant Alvin York won the Medal of Honor with a Model 1917 made by Eddystone. After the war most of the Model 1917's were arsenal reworked and put into storage. When World War II broke out The U.S. provided M1917's to many of our allies and also our own troops until the M1 Garand became available.

This is handsome Winchester Model 1917. It is not one of the rifles that was reworked and it still has the original bluing on the barrel and receiver which would rate over 97% with just a little fading and some light pitting on the outside of the barrel near the date stamping. The bore is bright with strong lands and grooves. The stock is Winchester marked as are the bolt and ALL of the small parts. Winchester M1917 rifles are the most desirable of the Model 1917s. Rifles with original finish like this one has are rare and even more desirable. We suspect that this is an old DCM sales gun from the 1940s-1950s, but cannot document it. If you are looking for a well above average example of a Winchester M1917 rifle, this is an excellent choice. $1295.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5110 - U.S. RIFLE M1 (COMMONLY CALLED GARAND) MADE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY IN 1941. SERIAL NUMBER 396951. CALIBER 30 06 The U.S. military began exploring semi automatic rifles shortly after the end of World War I. A toggle locked rifle similar in action to a Luger pistol and invented by Pederson, of the Pederson devise fame, reached testing. John Garand developed a gas operated rifle in caliber 276, and it was adopted by the military, but he was directed to by the U.S. Chief of Staff, Douglas MacArthur, to change the caliber to 30 06. It first entered service in the late 1930’s. It proved to be an extremely sturdy and reliable rifle. The U.S. Army was the only major army in World War II whose front line troops were armed with a semi-automatic rifle. Others such as the Russians and Germans tried but their semi-automatic rifles were only issued to selected units or personnel.

After end of the war most of the over 4 million M1 Garands were went through an arsenal rework, and over 95% had received new barrels. In our experience it is rare to find and M1 Garand with an original barrel.

This rifle was made in late 1941. It was rebarreled after the end of the Korean war, a common finding with the M1 and has a barrel date of 11-53. The barrel has an Excell importers marking. Other parts were also replaced including the rear sight. It saw use after it was reworked and the stock show dings from use. The finish also show the usual wear seen on the high edges. The bore is bright with good riflings. This is one of the rifles that the Civilian Marksmanship Program would rate at the high end of the “Shooter Grade’. We would concur. $650.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5100 - 17339 - U.S. MODEL 1903A4 SNIPER RIFLE BY REMINGTON- SUPERB! (LESS SCOPE AND RINGS) Serial number 3420468 with correct original RA 8-43 barrel. This is the most attractive looking M1903A4 we have ever had, and is all original and correct, not restored in any way

Receiver markings are offset to be visible with the scope base in place, so that confirms this is an authentic M1903A4, not just a scoped 03A3. (Remember, the marking “MODEL 03-A3” is found on both models.) About 99.5% original dark green parkerized finish remains on the barrel and receiver. Other metal parts with about 99% of the original blue finish, including the bolt with about 98% original blue left- just few streaks on the bolt body from manipulation and a small (1/4”) bright spot on the outside of the knob at the end of the handle. This has the sexy looking (compared to the ugly scant stock) full pistol grip “C” stock with “S” in cutoff recess and correct bolt notch. “P” on the pistol grip, and RA [ordnance wheel] FJA cartouche. It also has a BA over HAB in a box, indicating later inspection at Benecia Arsenal. Walnut stock assembly has only a couple of minute imperfections, the worst being a tiny shallow dent in the handguard ahead of the band as shown in the photos. Stock is unsanded, and has only the original old GI oiled finish. Two groove bore is bright and sharp, but does have a few small spots of crud that may be dried out cosmoline or perhaps rust specks, but will likely come out with a good cleaning.

Stock fittings are all the correct “R” marked parts. The scope base is Redfield Junior style with the correct REDFIELD marking at the rear, and the correct original parkerized finish, with the mounting screws still staked in place. There is a slight bit of finish wear at the forward ring location, showing that a scope was installed at one time.. This is probably a rifle sold through the DCM program in the 1950s or early 60s, when hundreds were sold without scopes, and often without bases.

The M1903A4 was originally issued with the Weaver 330C/M73B1 with the ¾ inch tube. Later the M81 and M82 scopes were issued, which were slightly modified versions of the Lyman Alaskan, using single split 7/8” rings. Lastly with the M84 scope which used the double split 7/6” rings was issued, so any of these would be correct on this rifle at various times. (For background, the Lyman Alaskan was originally designated “Telescope M73” but Lyman was tied up with other war work so the M73B1 by Weaver became the scope originally issued with the M1903A4 sniper rifles. Later the Alaskan with a few minor changes (such as a front sunshade and adding part number markings to various parts) was designated as the M81 or M82 scope and issued with the M1903A4s.) This is probably the best looking all original example of the M1903A4 sniper rifle we have found, and one of the few seen today that has not been messed with in some way. A real prize for the collector who wants the best. $3995.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5104 - 17342 – U.S. CALIBER .30 M1 CARBINE MADE BY INLAND Serial number 6310316. This is a very nice example of the classic M1 Carbine in the late WW2 configuration with adjustable rear sight and the bayonet lug barrel band. The barrel is correct Inland marked, but dated 5-43 which is about a year earlier than would be expected, otherwise everything seems to be consistent with early 1944 production in the low 6 million serial number range, except for the safety which is marked “N.” when it would be expected to have one of the Inland codes. Bore is mirror bright and sharp. Metal parts with about 98% original (or maybe old arsenal refinish?) parkerized finish, except for a few minor streaks from slide operation, and several scrapes on the top of the bayonet lug. Round bolt is still the original blue. This was probably an old DCM sale gun from the early 1960s (price $17.50 each, limit one per NRA member). It has traces of a rack number in white paint on the base of the pistol grip. Unsanded stock has assorted very minor storage and handling dings, with a “P” on the front of the pistol grip, IO in the sling bevel but no cartouches. No import marks, not one of the recent CMP sales guns.

Every U.S. military collection needs one of these popular guns from the WW2 through Vietnam period. In addition these are popular with shooters (although we sell all guns as collector items and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to firing). $825.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5088 - U.S. RIFLE M1 (COMMONLY CALLED GARAND) MADE BY HARRINGTON AND RICHARDSON (H&R. SERIAL NUMBER 5504222. BARREL DATED 6-54 CALIBER 30- 06 The U.S. military began exploring semi automatic rifles shortly after the end of World War I. A toggle locked rifle similar in action to a Luger pistol and invented by Pederson, of the Pederson devise fame, and reached testing. John Garand developed a gas operated rifle in caliber 276, and it was adopted by the military, but he was directed to by the U.S. Chief of Staff, Douglas MacArthur, to change the caliber to 30 06. It first entered service in the late 1930’s. It proved to be an extremely sturdy and reliable rifle, and the U.S. Army was the only major army in World War II whose front line troops were all armed with a semi-automatic rifle from 1943 onward. By the end of World War II nearly 4 million had been made.

When the Korean War broke out in June 1950, the U.S. Government sought outside contractors to make more M1 Garands. The Harrington and Richardson company of Worcester, Massachusetts, known for its inexpensive line of breaktop revolvers and single shot shotguns received one of these contracts, and continued making Garands well after the end of Korean War. The H&R M1 are considered some of the best made of the all of the Garands.

This rifle was made sometime in 1954. All of the parts that we have inspected including the operating rod, the bolt, the entire trigger group and safety, and the rear sight have H&R marked parts. The original Parkerized finish would rate about 98% with a little wear on the bolt. The stock has a deep struck Defense Acceptance Stamp, correct for rifles made in this time period. It has some of the usual dings you would expect from active use, but no serious damage. The wood has nice figure and color to it. The barrel is bright with sharp riflings. This is rifle was probably sold through the DCM some years ago. All correct M1 Garands are hard to find. $1195.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5105 - 17330 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 M1903A3 BY REMINGTON- SUPERB! 17330 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 M1903A3 BY REMINGTON- SUPERB! Serial number 4160442 with correct original RA 12-43 barrel having perfect bright and sharp two groove bore. This is an extremely nice, minty M1903A3 with all correct original matching Remington made parts, never overhauled or reworked or messed with in any way.

Stock is unsanded with good RA [ordnance wheel] FJA cartouche on the left side, circle P behind the trigger guard, and the hieroglyphics ahead of the trigger guard. It does have the OG stamp on the left side of the butt indicating it was inspected at the Ogden Arsenal, probably in the 1960s when M1903A3s were being inspected for sale through the DCM to NRA members. Stock has only a few negligible minor handling dings, nothing worth pointing out. Stock has a slightly glossy finish from being rubbed with linseed oil type finish, but shows no signs of any sanding. There is some black staining on the wood near the buttplate, probably from dampness at one time, but the buttplate is correct R marked part in condition matching the rest of the rifle. Metal parts with about 99% original dark green parkerize on the barrel and receiver, and 98% of the blue finish on the remaining parts. Finish shows just normal wear on the sharp edges and high points and a bit more on the butt plate, and some streaks on the bolt body and handle from bolt manipulation. Not quite mint unissued, but darn close, and much nicer than all but a couple of the M1903A3s we have seen on the market in the last year or so. $945.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5074 - 17004 - BRITISH PATTERN 1914 .303 CALIBER RIFLE MADE BY EDDYSTONE- NICE! - Serial number 579726. Probably the best Pattern 1914 rifle we have had in several years, complete with marking disc and volley sights and the cleaning pull through in the butt. This has the early "fat boy" stock used by Eddystone, unsanded, with legible broad arrow/IE in circle over PATTERN '14 and * on the right side of the butt. Unit marking disc marked T 22, N PP, 205. (meanings unknown). The Pattern 14 rifles were widely used by British troops in World War I and again in WW2.

As with most of the Pattern 14 rifles, the small parts reflect mixing of parts over the years with some R and W marked parts as well as those from Eddystone. Bolt maker mark and likely serial numbers have been removed from the underside of the handle. Rear sight number is mismatched. The forward volley sight arm is probably a reproduction, but the rear one is definitely original. Metal parts with about 75-80% original blue finish. Bore is fine, although we sell all guns as collector items only and must be checked by a competent gunsmith prior to shooting. Tiny Century Arms import marks on the barrel. A well above average example of this important 20th century battle rifle. $895.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5076 - 16736 - U.S. MODEL 1898 .30-40 KRAG RIFLE MADE IN 1900 - SERIAL NUMBER 226891 Rear sight has been upgraded during its period of service to the Model 1901, and the handguard is missing, otherwise all correct and original. About 80-90% of the original finish remains, except the loading gate which has less (and some corrosion). Receiver has most of the black case hardened finish. Upper band is correct type without the clamping slit by the stacking swivel. Stock is unsanded with excellent JSA/1900 cartouche and circle P. Besides the usual assorted minor dings and scrapes of an issued arm, this has some scraping below the upper band, and a ding by the loading gate pin, and a couple of small chips at the toe of the butt. Stock is dark and somewhat oil soaked. The flat spring for the loading gate pin has been broken off, but only a problem is firing will cause it to slip forward during prolonged firing. Bore has strong rifling, but is dark and rough in the grooves, probably rust, not just dirt. There are some wrench marks on the barrel but they will be hidden when you put on a handguard. (S&S Firearms has repro handguard available for Krag for all the different sights.) Since handguards are harder to find than sights, you have the option to put on a different sight if you find a M1898/1902 handguard quicker than a M1902 handguard. Stock appears to have traces of a crack starting behind the magazine box inletting, quite common on Krags but otherwise is sound. This rifle needs a good cleaning, but is a good representative example of the classic Krag rifle used during the Spanish American War of 1898 (even though it was actually made in 1900). We sell all guns as collector items only, but if your gunsmith approves this as safe to shoot these are a lot of fun to use. $750.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5083 - 17151 - EXTREMELY RARE U.S. MILITARY REMINGTON MODEL 10 TRENCH SHOTGUN (RESTORATION PROJECT) - Serial number 160967 on receiver and 163311 on the barrel. The 12 gage “organ donor” spare parts gun is serial number 218824. While the Winchester model 12 and Model 97 trench and riot shotguns (and trainers) saw widespread use in WW1 and WW2, only a limited number of Remington Model 10 shotguns were procured for U.S. military use during WW1. The U.S. Army purchased 3,500 “Trench Guns” with 23 inch barrels, bayonet lugs and wooden handguards. They also purchased 1,150 of the Model 10 in “Riot Gun” configuration with 20 inch barrel. A few were still noted in the Army being overhauled in the 1920s and 30s. All of the Remington Model 10s are very scarce on the collector market, and nice examples command high prices when found.

Like the majority of those I have seen in the past the barrel and receiver are mismatched. The Ordnance Bomb and US on the left side of the receiver are absolutely authentic and the serial numbers on both are within the documented range of the WW1 Remington Model 10 military guns. Overall condition is good-very good with about 60% original blue. This is a pretty decent example of the Trench Gun that has had a choke added to the barrel, and the Buttstock replaced, and a minor mechanical problem. However we are including a complete extra Remington Model 10 sporting shotgun as an organ donor to help with the restoration. .

The Trench Gun has a small metal strap at the breech end of the barrel that holds the rear of a wooden handguard (much like a lengthened version of the M1917 Enfield Rear handguard). A metal plate at the front of the handguard (similar to that on the back of the M1 carbine handguard) fits in the undercut portion of the magazine tube band. The bottom of the magazine tube is drilled and tapped for a sling swivel (much like a regular rifle swivel but concave on the base to fit on the tube. The bottom of the barrel has a small detent milled in the barrel to index the bayonet lug. All these special features are in place and confirm this as an authentic Trench gun. Very good bore.

There is a small dent on the right side of the receiver where the bolt release fits through. (The former owner said he grandfather said was from a bullet hit in combat, but we are skeptical about that.) The release button was lost at some point, and it may take a bit of filing or fitting to get everything working smoothly there. It appeas to work okay other than that one problem. The Buttstock needs to be swapped and a sling swivel added on the butt. The choke needs to be removed, and we are not sure if it is threaded, sweated or just held by a single screw. You will need a bayonet lug- which will be hard to find, but we show a photo so you will know what to look for. A guy back east made some reproductions of the wooden handguards, but I do not know who, or if they are still available.

The Buttstock on the organ donor had a recoil pad installed, but does not look like it was shortened much, if at all. They later had a slip on boot over it which accounts for the funky looking appearance. The stock has some chipping and wood loss where it mates against the rear of the receiver on the bottom, a common problem but it will do unless you find a better stock someday.

With a modest amount of work and some very good luck finding a bayonet lug, (and a handguard) this will be a very nice example of an extremely scarce WW1 Trench Gun. Price is for both the trench gun and the parts gun. - $2,450.00 $2450.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5069 - 16964 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 M1 GARAND- EARLY ALL MATCHING BRITISH LEND LEASE – NICE!– Serial number 514154 with correct original SA 3-42 barrel. This is one of the small number of M1 Garands shipped to England during the desperate dark days of early 1942, when survival of England took precedence over even arming of the U.S. forces being raised. Thankfully, most of these rifles survived relatively intact as the British did almost nothing with them due to their non-standard .30-06 caliber and unfamiliar system of operation, saving them mainly as reserve for emergency issue. These are about the only correct and original examples of unaltered Garands available to collectors today. The Brits eventually sold them as surplus and in the early 1960s they were sold on the U.S. market for about $89.00 (while M1903s or M1911s were bringing all of $39.95-- The “good old days” when minimum wage was $1.25 per hour and a new Mustang was $2,000 or a VW Beetle about $1,200). The Garands issued to U.S. troops during WW2 were nearly all rebuilt one or more times, and almost always ended up with a mix of parts from cleaning at the unit level in the field. This rifle is totally correct and original with only a couple of minor flaws that keep it from being perfect. All parts are correct for the period, with about 97% of the original matching greenish parkerized finish, and black paint finish on the gas cylinder. Bore is sharp and mirror bright. (According to the previous owner it is an excellent shooter, but we sell all guns as collector items only and they must be approved by your gunsmith prior to firing, but really this one is too nice to shoot anymore anyway.) Unsanded walnut stock has sharp SA/GHS small wheel cartouche and circle P and the mellow original rubbed oil finish. Metal finish is worn only the high points and a bit of wear from cycling the action. Even the buttplate has about 90% finish remaining. We will fill out a Garand Collectors data sheet if desired, but everything is just the way it should be. The British proof markings applied at time of export are in place (although very faint on the receiver and bolt which proved to be harder than the British stamps!) The flaws noted are: (a) some ugly dints and dings on the right side of the stock near the front of the op rod cut; (b) the flush nut for the rear sight was boogered when the previous owner temporarily put in a NM aperture for shooting. Then he cleaned up the flush nut and the tip of the pinion when putting the original aperture back together, so the nut and tip of the pinion are ugly, but could be touched up to be less obnoxious; (c) the cap over the front sight screw has been removed.

Scott Duff did an excellent article on these early lend lease rifles “Garands in the King’s Service” in the April 2002 American Rifleman magazine.

Overall, a really handsome rifle (except as noted above) and having all the features of the early gas port rifles. This is the only one of these early lend lease Garands we have had in several years. $3350.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5042 - 16907 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 M1D (SNIPER’S)- M1 GARAND SNIPER RIFLE (REPLICA) - Serial number 2259815, so the receiver was made in late 1943. This is a standard M1 rifle that has been rebuilt to M1D sniper configuration, which is how ALL M1D sniper rifles were made. The only difference is that this was done recently using some new made parts instead of original G.I. parts. Still, it looks great, and is an inexpensive filler for a collector who wants a bargain. The barrel is a newly made barrel with the special M1D scope block installed. Barrel is unmarked, while the GI barrels have the drawing number (ending in 555) and the date marked on them. Bore looks about perfect with four groove rifling. Scope mount (probably a reproduction, but a very nice one) has a Norman Ford “Texan” scope installed which is very similar to the GI M81/M82 scopes used on the early M1D rifles except for the shape of the adjustment mechanism knobs/caps. Reticule is post and crosswire type. This is a high quality scope, either 2.5 or 3 power and at least as good as the GI scopes. The flashhider is a replica of the T37 “prong” type which was correct for the late M1D rifles, and far superior to the old “cone” style (except when the prongs get snagged in bushes, etc.). The stock and handguards are new made of nice straight grained walnut, with a pleasing medium brown color and oil finish. Fake SA/GAW ordnance wheel and circle P cartouches are on the stock. (I hate scumbags who fake cartouches!) Leather cheekpiece with fake MRT 5-52 markings has been installed with flat head Phillips screws (instead of the correct round head brass screws.) Overall this is a very handsome rifle. There are some rusty spots on the receiver by the windage knob and there is some pitting on the top front of the bolt, otherwise about 95-97% of the parkerized refinish remains. We sell all guns as collector items only, to be approved by your gunsmith prior to firing. Reportedly the offset scope took a bit of practice to get used to it. This is a good looking rifle to fill that hole for a M1D, but at a considerable saving over the cost of a totally original one with all G.I. parts. $1850.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5005 - 16518 - U.S. MODEL 1899 .30-40 KRAG CARBINE MADE AT SPRINGFIELD ARMORY (RESTORED) - Serial number 283678, made about 1900. Visually, this is a very handsome carbine that most people would assume to be all correct. However, the barrel is a cut down rifle barrel and the M1902 rear sight has the graduations for the rifle, not the carbine. The remainder- action and stock are correct Model 1899 carbine parts, and the receiver is marked MODEL 1899 so it is definitely a carbine, not a rifle receiver. As is usually the case, someone screwed in sling swivels and the holes have been plugged so they don’t look too bad, but it would be easy to do a much better job and make them blend in a lot better. Bore is heavily worn and dark with some minor roughness, but not heavily pitted. We sell all guns as collector items only, and they must be approved by your gunsmith prior to firing. However, we see nothing that make us think there is anything that would cause him to advise against it. Metal parts with about 80-90% original finish, except for the last few inches of the barrel where it has been touched up. Receiver parts have most of the mottled gray case hardened finish. Bolt is a mix of age toned bright polish and darker staining, but blending nicely with the rest of the gun. Legible JSA/1901 cartouche and circle P. Stock has two small (1/4” dia) filled holes where sling swivels were once installed. Small crack alongside the barrel at the stock tip (common where a rifle barrel has been installed in a carbine stock due to the difference in the taper). A good looking filler for the collector on a budget at a significant savings over the price of a completely correct Krag carbine. $749.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4998 - 16607 - BEAUTIFUL M1903A1 SPRINGFIELD NATIONAL MATCH STYLE RIFLE - Serial number 1329304 with correct original SA 10-29 barrel. Some rifles in this serial number range were being sold as receivers/barreled actions/rifles in 1930 and later, and others were being issued to military units. This was probably one sold as parts and built up during the 1930s for match use, as the stock lacks any cartouches, but is a correct pre-WW2 “C” stock with full pistol grip and drawing number D1836 behind the grip. This has been modified, as was the case with many of the National Match rifles of that period by drilling and tapping for installation of a Lyman 48 receiver sight, removal of the rear sight leaf assembly and installation of a Redfield target front sight in lieu of the issue blade front sight. Apparently these changes were allowed under “service rifle” criteria for matches in the 1930s and 40s. The barrel is NOT star gauged, as it would be on a true National Match rifle. Bore has sharp lands with smooth tops, but the grooves have a bit of roughness that may or may not improve with a good cleaning or use.

Exterior appearance of this rifle is just beautiful, with the lovely reddish brown stock with a dull oil finish, and about 98% of the parkerized finish on the metal parts (except lower band which is blued- correct for NM rifles of this period. The only later vintage part is the bolt body with is from a M1903A3 and should be a NS marked bolt. The handguard is an earlier (WW1 era) type with concave contour an d the fixture slot underneath, but it has the same finish as the stock, so best to leave it there instead of pulling it to restore an earlier rifle.

We sell all guns as collector items only, but if your gunsmith approves this as safe to shoot, we think it might a great fun for use in one of the increasingly popular Vintage Military Bolt Action Rifle matches. In any case, it certainly is a very handsome ex ample of the M1903A1 Springfield, made when quality was at its peak. $1350.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF4687 - 14878 - U.S. MODEL 1903A4 SNIPER RIFLE, MADE BY REMINGTON (RESTORED) Serial number 3407431 with correct original RA 2-43 four groove barrel with superb bore. This is from the very earliest M1903A4 production (which started at 3407088). The vast majority of M1903A4s were made with two groove barrels, but some of the early production (like this one) had four groove barrels. Alas, this is another one of Bubba’s “deer rifles” that had the stock butchered before we rescued it. The stock has been replaced with a “scant” grip type stock as used on most of the M1903A4s. The “full pistol grip type C” stock is sexier looking, but the scant stocks were actually used on a majority of the 1903A4s, and are identical except for lacking the bottom part of the pistol grip as they were made from blanks originally cut for use in straight stocks. The scant and C stocks have a comb that is a bit higher, and a longer length of pull than the earlier straight (Type “S”) stocks, so they are better fitting for most people. This was a standard scant stock and the bolt notch has been professionally added to duplicate that of the A4 stocks. The scope base is the correct original GI base. A set of original GI 7/8 inch semi-split rings have been added along with a commercial Lyman Alaskan scope with the post and horizontal cross hair reticule. The Alaskan is nearly identical to the M81/M82 scopes except for differences in the reticule patterns and nearly all the M81/82s have a sunshade. The barreled action and stock fittings have about 97-98% original finish (or maybe arsenal refinish as the receiver is darker than usual), showing just normal wear patterns except for a fingerprint size spot on the trigger guard that had some rust removed leaving bare metal. Initials HJA lightly scratched on the left side of the scope base. Overall this looks just about like barely used rifle. A very handsome and desirable, albeit restored, example of an important U.S. sniper rifle and a milestone in the M1903 Springfield history. (NOTE: A fanatical collector will just have to have a rifle from the lot of 20,000 numbers starting around 3.41 million, and a rifle from the smaller lot of about 7,500 in the 4.99 million range and of course one of the 2,920 rifles in the 4 million range with the Z prefix. It would be also be nice to have rifles with each of the M73B1, M81, M82 and M84 scopes represented in your collection. Your spouse will surely understand the necessity of this…..) $2995.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4959 - 16170 - U.S. MODEL 1903A1 RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY - Serial number 891854 (‘high number”) receiver made in late 1918) with SA 7-32 barrel having fine to excellent four groove bore. This is one of the M1903 rifles that was arsenal converted to M1903A1 by installing a full pistol grip “type C” stock. This was probably done at Springfield Armory in 1940-41 as it has a semi-legible SA/SPG and small ordnance wheel cartouche on the left side. There is a circle P on the grip, presumably applied with the Springfield cartouche, and an additional large 2 over P on the grip which is probably from some field or depot level work. All milled parts with an average of 90-92% dark gray parkerize finish but varying a bit in amount and shade on the different parts. Bolt finish and wear match the rest of the rifle, but it is an early straight handle bolt. Most of the dark colored pre-war “C” stock is excellent, but there is an ugly gouge on the right side just above the magazine, two more just below the rear sight, and then some really ugly and deep scars on the left side of the comb. The latter could be filled in with some epoxy and walnut sawdust and blended in for a much nicer appearance. In my opinion, most of the M1903A1 arsenal rebuilt rifles were done by/for the Marine Corps, but undoubtedly some were used by the Army as well. A good representative example of the desirable M1903A1 rifle as arsenal converted from a M1903, if the stock is fixed up. We sell all guns as collector items only, and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to firing, but this one has a nice bore and the “C” stock is the most comfortable for shooting. $1095.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4960 - 16169 - U.S. MODEL 1903 MARK I SPRINGFIELD- CUT FOR PEDERSEN DEVICE WITH CORRECT SPECIAL PARTS - Serial number 11221196 with the correct original SA 11-19 barrel with a VG-fine bore. This rifle is listed by exact number in the Springfield Research Service books as “disposal record” on January 20, 1949 which means it was sold as surplus at that time. You can contact SRS directly if you subscribe to their newsletter, and purchase a letter to confirm that along with whatever documentation they can provide (sometimes place and purchaser, sometimes nothing additional).

Most of the Mark I rifles sold around that time seem to have been ones that had the special parts needed for the Pedersen device removed and replace with standard parts and issued as regular M1903 rifles. A previous owner rounded up the correct Mark I parts and installed them, including trigger and sear, cutoff and cutoff spindle and the special stock with clearance cut for the ejection port. Stock is about VG-fine with assorted minor nicks and dings. The barreled receiver retains about 97-98% of an old arsenal dark gray parkerize refinish. Other metal parts with 70-95% of various shades of parkerize and the straight handle bolt body is blue. Remnants of two circle Ps behind the trigger guard, and a semi-legible SA/GAW and ordnance wheel on the left side of the stock, probably from a 1944 overhaul at Springfield Armory. Front sight blade (just the blade itself) is a non-issue part that looks a bit higher which would be a big help if someone wanted to shoot this. We sell all guns as collector items only and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to firing, but we know of no problems but recommend against shooting any of the M1903s with the early straight handled bolts.

About 101,000 Mark I rifles were made at the end of World War I to be used with the secret Pedersen Device ("U.S. Pistol caliber .30 Model of 1918") which allowed the soldier to remove the rifle's bolt, insert the Pedersen device, attach the 40 round magazine and be ready to clean out trench lines with semi-automatic fire using pistol size .30 caliber cartridges. Made too late for combat use in WW1, nearly all the devices were destroyed in the 1930s (to eliminate the expense of continued storage during the depression). At that point, the Mark I rifles were mostly modified to remove the special parts and reclassified as just regular Model 1903 rifles and issued for whatever service they were needed for. Here is a chance to own an essentially correct Mark I rifle, albeit a restoration, to fill that gap in your collection. There are probably less than 50 of the original Pedersen Devices left today, about half in various museums, but they do turn up for sale from time to time, and bring prices in the five figure range. At least most of us can own the rifle, and dream about the device. $1195.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4955 - 16345 - U.S. MODEL 1903 MARK I SPRINGFIELD- CUT FOR PEDERSEN DEVICE- NICE! - Serial number 1141102. This is an excellent example that was a duplicate in John’s personal collection for a long time, but he needs the room more than the rifle at this point. It is a restoration using original finish parts that match pretty well in color and wear. This rifle has the correct special Mark I parts: trigger and sear, cutoff and cutoff spindle and the special stock with clearance cut for the ejection port. Stock is about excellent with only a few assorted minor nicks and dings, matching the metal nicely. Sharp circle P, and while there is no SA cartouche, there is a good Benecia Arsenal (B.A.W.L. in rectangle) rework cartouche. Metal parts with about 93-95% original finish, showing normal wear pattern on the bolt body and wearing surfaces and sharp edges. Correct original SA 12- 19 barrel. Bore is strong and sharp, although it needs a good cleaning. About 101,000 Mark I rifles were made at the end of World War I to be used with the secret Pedersen Device ("U.S. Pistol caliber .30 Model of 1918") which allowed the soldier to remove the rifle's bolt, insert the Pedersen device, attach the 40 round magazine and be ready to clean out trench lines with semi-automatic fire with the pistol size .30 caliber cartridges. Made too late for combat use in WW1, nearly all the devices were destroyed in the 1930s (to eliminate the expense of continued storage during the depression). At that point, the Mark I rifles were mostly modified to remove the special parts and reclassified as just regular Model 1903 rifles and issued for whatever service they were needed for. Here is a chance to own an essentially correct Mark I rifle, albeit a restoration, to fill that gap in your collection. There are probably less than 50 of the original Pedersen Devices left today, about half in various museums, but they do turn up for sale from time to time, and bring prices in the five figure range. At least most of us can own the rifle, and dream about the device. $1895.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4502 - 13762 - U.S. MODEL 1903A4 SNIPER RIFLE BY REMINGTON - Serial number 4995107 with correct original RA 12-43 barrel. Superb bright and sharp two groove bore that looks near unfired. About 99.5% original dark green parkerized finish on the barrel and receiver. Receiver markings are offset to be visible with the scope base in place, so that confirms this is an authentic M1903A4, not just a scoped 03A3. (Remember, the marking “MODEL 03-A3” is found on both models.) Other metal parts with about 99% parkerized finish of various gray-green shades. Bolt is blued with about 95% original blue left. Scant (“semi-pistol grip”) stock with faint “K” in cutoff recess and correct bolt notch. “P” on the pistol grip, but no cartouche. Walnut stock assembly has only a couple of tiny blemishes, and old GI oiled finish, so it matches the metal parts nicely. Stock fittings are al the correct “R” marked parts. We suspect this is a restoration based on an original barrel receiver combination. The scope base is Redfield Junior style but is not marked, a variation we had not seen previously, so we are not sure if it is 100% correct or maybe a repro of some sort, but it looks good. Rings are mint unissued 7/8” GI rings as used with the M81/M82 scopes. Scope is a Lyman Alaskan that does not have the ALL WEATHER markings on the adjustment bases, nor the usual roll stamped markings, but has LYMAN ALSAKAN hand engraved on the side of the tube. The tube and the eyepiece have the military drawing numbers stamped on them, so the scope may be an early GI item or a an early post war commercial which used overrun GI marked parts. It has a post reticule with good optics, but there is some slight fuzzy dirt build up on the sides of the post that look about 2.5X as big through the scope. About 98-99% of the old (original?) blue finish remains on the scope. The Lyman Alaskan was originally designated “Telescope M73” but Lyman was tied up with other war work so the M73B1 by Weaver was the scope originally issued with the M1903A4 sniper rifles. Later the Alaskan with a few minor changes was readopted as the M81 or M82 scope and issued with the M1903A4s. Overall an extremely handsome looking example of the M1903A4 sniper rifle, although admittedly probably a restored example. $3795.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4484 - 13869 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 MODEL 1903 (MODIFIED) BY REMINGTON WITH “C” STOCK Serial number 3178441 with correct RA 7-42 barrel with near perfect bright and sharp four groove bore. Originally all the M1903 Modified rifles were delivered with straight grip stocks without the finger grooves. Someone has placed this rifle in a full pistol grip “Type C” stock made by Keystone (marked K in the cutoff recess) made at a later date. The stock has the clearance cut for the M1903A3 handguard ring, but they were intentionally made to fit the earlier M1903s as well when issued as replacement parts. The milled lower band and trigger guard assembly are not “R” marked parts, but everything else seems to be, except the bolt which is WW2 vintage, but not “R” marked. Metal parts retain about 95-96% original dark green Parkerizing with a similar amount of blue finish on some of the small parts, typical of that time. Trigger guard looks like an earlier Springfield blue finish with about 80-90% remaining. The stock has a few professional repairs: a small cut by the bolt handle has been field, and I have seen the (unfilled) on a few other stocks, apparently an initial cut for M1903A4s that was never finished for some reason; and the edges of the shoulder for the lower band have been built up slightly, and there is a small defect on the left side at the lower band (crack?). All these have been done with a dark brown epoxy type material and nicely blended in so that you have to look to see them. There are no cartouches, and instead of a P on the inside of the grip, there is a stamped “W” of unknown meaning. We sell all guns as collector items only, and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to shooting, but if approved, this one would probably be an excellent shooter. The “C” stocks have a slightly longer length of pull, and higher comb for a better sight picture and less muzzle jump. Overall a very handsome looking rifle, essentially in M1903A1 configuration as many of the M1903 rifles were rebuilt with “C” stocks and redesignated as M1903A1s during WW2, especially for USMC use. Nice rifle. $950.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4446 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 MODEL 1903- HIGH NUMBER NICKEL STEEL ACTION Serial number 1461977 on the receiver, made in the late 1930s, and the barrel is a SA 4-19. The stock is from a Mark I with the shallow cut for the Pedersen device ejection clearance on the left side. Bolt body, rear sight assembly and butt swivel are early WW2 parts made by Remington. We believe this rifle was assembled during WW2, probably 1942-43 to meet the need for rifles during those desperate days early in the war. There is no cartouche visible to identify exactly where it was done, but it is certainly arsenal work, not one of Bubba’s parts and pieces projects. This rifle really needs a thorough cleaning and will look a LOT better then. The metal parts have about 90-95% of the (mixed) parkerized type finishes showing normal wear patterns and thinning and some scratches on the receiver ring. The walnut stock was lightly scraped at one time and is now dirty, and somewhat dark and greasy, but not as bas as the deeply soaked “greasy Greek” rifles CMP sold. The stock should be degreased, then steamed to remove some of the numerous assorted dings (but fortunately none are significant). After staining and a new coat of finish it will be a very handsome representative M1903 Springfield. These high number nickel steel actions are the best (and strongest and smoothest) of the entire M1903 series. The four groove barrel has a bore that has strong, sharp rifling and mostly bright, but also a dozen or so dark spots, most small but a couple about ¼” diameter, scattered in the bore. Probably rust or pits, so they may or may not clean out. If they do, it should clean to near excellent. We sell all guns as collector items only and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to firing. If your gunsmith approves, this may be an excellent shooter, and after being cleaned up will be a handsome rifle. This is a much better rifle (or will be after cleaning) than it appears in the photos. $750.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4746 - 15057 - U.S. MODEL 1903 RIFLE BY REMINGTON (EARLY TRANSITIONAL M1903/1903 MODIFIED) - Serial number 3050878, a little over 50,000 rifles into Remington’s total WW2 production of nearly 365,000 M1903/1903 Modified rifles, followed by 785,000 M1903A3s and 28,000 M1903A4s. This rifle shows the slow evolution from the very earliest Remington made M1903s which were virtually identical to Rock Island’s WW1 rifles (not surprising since Remington was using the old Rock Island tooling!). Initially intended to be “lend lease” rifles to aid the British, Remington deliveries shifted to U.S. forces when the U.S. entered WW2 on 7 December 1941. Demands to increase production and minimize machinery and raw material needs led to the elimination of unnecessary manufacturing steps and substitutions of new methods and materials. This rifle shows just a few of the very earliest changes- the bolt stop has been eliminated, along with the “lightening cuts” on the side of the rear sight base and the finger grooves in the stock. The forged and milled lower band has been left in the rough forged state on the outside. The first stamped part, the butt swivel assembly has been adopted. Small parts are correctly marked “R”. The stock has been scraped long ago removing all but a bit of the circle P. With a good light and some imagination you can make out remnants of the RLB inspector cartouche. The RA 11-41 dated barrel still has the 4 groove rifling (changed to two groove about a year later). Bore has strong rifling, but is dark and rough, probably fired with corrosive ammo and not properly cleaned. We sell all guns as collector items, and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to firing, but I have shot M1903s with far worse bores. Some collectors argue that there is no such thing as a Remington M1903 “Modified” while others point out the numerous evolutionary changes and insist that it is correct to identify those with most of the shortcuts as M1903 Modified, if merely a collector term and not an official Army name. All I know is that every collector needs one of these in their collection to show the changes being adopted under wartime pressure that eventually led to the M1903A3 with all stamped parts, two groove barrels and simplified sights. Metal finish on this one has been covered with some black paint looking product, and can be left alone to look like a 95% gun, or some paint remover may reveal the usual dark green parkerize underneath and I would expect to find about 90-95% remaining. A handsome looking example of an early transitional M1903/M1903 Modified. $795.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4638 - EARLY U. S. MODEL 1896 COMMONLY CALLED 30/40 KRAG. Serial number 1057 Caliber 30/40. With the adoption of the 30/40 Krag in 1892 the U.S. provided its troops with their first bolt action, 5 shoot magazine loading rifle, firing a smokeless powder round to ranges further than any black powder military rifle. The rifle was of Danish design, and was most unusual in appearance because of the 5 round magazine that protruded from the right side of the receiver. The magazine offered the advantage that it could be topped up with individual rounds, but could not be loaded as quickly as the stripper clip system then being introduced by the Germans in their Mauser rifles. The rifle also had a magazine cut off to so soldiers could load and fire single shots, saving the five rounds in the magazine when the enemy charged. When U.S. troops faced Spanish troops in Cuba armed with Mauser Model 1893 rifle loaded by stripper clips the advantages of the rapid loading Mauser system over the Krag system was demonstrated to deadly effect. It particularly impressed a young New Yorker named Teddy Roosevelt, who, when he became president ordered the U.S Army to adopt rifle with the Mauser loading system. The result was the U.S. Model 1903 rifle (the Springfield). So the Krag was only in service for 11 years. Few saw much service and most were given to states to arm their militias, or sold to civilians through the NRA.

This rifle was made in the first year of production and started life as a Model 1892 rifle. We found it in a pawn shop over 10 year ago with completely butchered stock, missing the rear sight and top handguard, and bought it as a possible restoration project. Over the years we found a Model 1896 stock an 1896 rear sight, and finally bought a replacement 1896 handguard. Our collecting interests have changed and we’ll let someone else search for the elusive Model 1892 parts. All of the original heat treatment finish have worn off the receiver, and been replaced with brownish patina. The barrel still has some original finish. The bore is dark, but has shootable riflings. The stock is correct 1896 stock, and there is no evidence of any cartouches. A good starting point for a restoration project for the U.S. Model 1892 rifle. $1195.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4542 - 13945 U.S. RIFLE MODEL 1903A3 RIFLE MADE BY REMINGTON Serial number 3768762 with correct RA 4-43 barrel. Four groove rifling looks great except there are a lot of dark crud (or maybe rust?) spots or clumps in the lower third of the bore. I think they will clean out, but make no guarantee. About 98% of an old arsenal parkerize finish remains, with some bright spots/scrapes on the top of the rear sight. Looks like someone cleaned it with a degreaser leaving a matte gray film on the metal, but I think a good cleaning and coat of oil/WD-40 will make this a very handsome looking rifle. Stock had been lightly sanded but legible FJA and circle P and box P are present. Assuming the bore cleans up okay, this will be an excellent example of the Remington made M1903A3 rifle. $695.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4302 - 13161 - U.S. RIFLE CALIBER .30 MODEL OF 1917 BY EDDYSTONE. Serial number 970979 with correct E 8-18 barrel. This is a good representative example of the M1917 rifle, the most widely used U.S. rifle in WW1. All the easily checked parts bearing the "E" marking, and it retains about 65-75% thinning blue finish, , not a parkerize refinish, so it probably escaped the rebuild programs after WW1. During the dark days of WW2, this rifle was provided as "lend lease" material to Canada, where it received a broad arrow within a C marking (denoting its status as Canadian military property) on the right side of the stock and on the left rear of the receiver. The forend shows a slightly lighter color area about 4 inches wide where it once had the red band which was used to indicate that this took .30-06 ammunition, not the .303 British rounds of the nearly identical looking Pattern 14 rifles. Unit marks J.D.C./O.T.C. over 349 on the right side of the butt, but we do not know their meaning. No import markings, so this is one of the rifles that came back prior to 1968, probably in the early 1960s (when the Eddystones were being sold for $29.95 while Remingtons or Winchesters were $5 more). Stock assembly is in good condition with the usual assorted dings and scars, the worst being a cluster by the lower band and one on the top of the wrist. Bore is fine. The bolt (which has some pitting on the top of the bolt and on the right side of the sleeve) is numbered, but does not match the receiver. Some collectors like pristine rifles that cowered in the corner of some remote armory all their life, but many people like rifles that actually saw service in one or more wars, and have a history. $695.00 (View Picture)

Restoration Projects

**HOLD** SMOF5101 - 17340 - U.S. MODEL 1903A3 RIFLE MADE BY REMINGTON “SPORTERIZED” Serial number 4047632, still in .30-06 caliber and easily restored to military configuration.

After the disaster at Dunkirk in June 1940, the British approached Remington Arms Company about making a 303 caliber variation of the Model 1903 Springfield for their army. The U.S. Army transferred the Model 1903 tooling from the Rock Island Arsenal to Remington for this project. But, with the U.S. heading for war, plans changed and the Army directed Remington to manufacture of the Model 1903 in its original configuration. Between October 1941 and January 1943 Remington produced about 330,000 Model 1903 rifles. During this time Remington made numerous changes to speed manufacture and by early 1942 the rifle became the U.S. rifle 1903 (modified). Changes included using stampings instead of milled parts for the barrel bands, sling swivels, buttplate, and trigger guard assembly. Adoption of a simpler and cheaper rear sight on the receiver instead of on the barrel resulted in a new model designation as Model 1903A3. The production of the 1903A3 was phased in between December 1942 and January 1943, and about 700,000 were made when production ceased in early 1944. Although the M1 Garand was the main rifle used by our troops, some of the M1903A3s were issued, including to rear echelon troops.

In the 1960s the M1903A3s were being sold by the DCM program to NRA members for bargain prices ($10.00 plus $4.50 shipping!) although everything was a bargain back then- new cars for under $2,000, nice M1903s from dealers at $29-39, wages about $1.50 per hour, and gas about 29 cents a gallon. Anyway, these cheap M1903A3s were promoted as great opportunities to make a sporter, and the American Rifleman included step by step directions on how to convert them. This rifle conforms to their recommendations with the stock and handguard cut off ahead of the lower band, and the substitution of a milled trigger guard assembly and lower band. Later the owner had it reparkerized in a dark gray color and about 99.8% of that remains- just a hint of a streak on the bolt. Bore in the 9-43 dated two groove barrel is perfect- sharp and bright. The two groove rifling was adopted to save time during WW2, but tests have repeatedly proven them to be as accurate as four groove barrels.

This rifle would be a great shooter (assuming your gunsmith approve it- we sell all rifles as collector items only), or it would be very easy to restore to original configuration by simply switching out the stock assembly, trigger guard and bands. You would even end up with a milled trigger guard assembly to sell or trade. $550.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5094 - 17256 - U.S. MODEL 1899 .30-40 KRAG CARBINE- COMPLETE RECEIVER AND ACTION ASSEMBLY – Serial number 279816 made around 1900. This is the complete action with all the small parts, complete bolt assembly and the trigger guard and guard screws. Overall VG-Fine condition with about 30% original finish remaining, except bolt which has most of its bright polished finish and the bolt sleeve with its blue finish. The extractor arm has a number of spots where rust staining and/or light pitting disfigures it slightly. It looks like the receiver and loading gate were lightly cleaned at one time. If you have a real Model 1899 Krag Carbine where the receiver has been boogered up with scope mounts or something this is an opportunity to salvage it into a much nicer collector gun. Since this was made after 1898 we have to ship to a FFL holder. $245.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4983 - 16367 - MODEL 1917 “ENFIELD” SPORTERIZED BARRELED ACTION BY EDDYSTONE IN .30-06 CALIBER - Serial number 922978. This one has had the rear sight ears removed. Trigger guard has been straightened and the magazine box has been altered to 5 round capacity (originally the M1917 magazine holds six rounds) and lightened. Barrel has been turned down some to lighten it, and shortened to about 20 inches, with no provisions for any barrel sights. Excellent bright and sharp bore. Bolt handle has been altered to the pleasing and functional shape later used on the Remington Model 720 series, and has sufficient bend to clear a scope. Bubba drilled and tapped the receiver for a Redfield Junior type base, but the holes are poorly located, and wobbled and probably stripped. If you have a proper scope mount drilling jig you can drill out the holes to a larger size, or perhaps plug them and start over. The rear bridge has two extra holes on the side, probably for one of the (now oddball) mounts of the 1930s or 40s. With a bit of adjustment for the straightened and shortened magazine depth, this will fit in just about any stock intended fro a M1917 Enfield, from a chopped off military stock to a sporter blank. Probably not the ideal basis for a fine custom sporter, but an inexpensive action that would be a great practice project before you try for a masterpiece. We sell all guns as collector items only that must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to shooting, but we think that the nice bore in this one would make it a good choice for a fun practice project with potentially good accuracy. $195.00 (View Picture)

Classic & Collectible Commercial Longarms
(post-1898)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5067 - 17026 CUSTOM TARGET WINCHESTER MODEL 69 .22 RIMFIRE BOLT ACTION RIFLE Serial number (none) with 25 inch standard length barrel. The Model 69 was introduced in 1935 as an intermediate weight all purpose .22 rifle using a detachable magazine. This was a step up from the “beginner” single shots, and offered with various sight or scope mount combinations intended for hunting or target use. The Model 69 was a very successful design with over 355,000 sold between 1935 and 1963. This example is a very early one with the early style stock having a slimmer forend and the takedown screw protruding below the stock.

It has been nicely customized with checkering on the grip (handsomely executed heavy pattern), white line spacers and a black forend tip with white spacer. The little rifle has an adjustable rear Lyman #55 peep sight and target type front sight, as well as Unertl scope blocks on the barrel. Finish is about 90% with a little wear on the edges and some small areas of pitting on the outside of the barrel. Bore is excellent. This is a good example of the classic bolt action .22 that most every boy (outside of the big cities) had by his teen years. The nicely done customization make the rifle look like a high grade European sporter. We sell all guns as collector items only, but if approved by your gunsmith, it should be a fun rifle to shoot and it would make a good target gun, or a plinker. $295.00 (View Picture)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5096 - WINCHESTER MODEL 63 .22 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE SERIAL NUMBER 18863A, MADE ABOUT 1937. The Model 63 was a very slightly modified version of the Winchester Model 1903 rifle, which had enjoyed only limited sales due to the needs for special .22 Winchester Automatic ammunition. The Model 63 used the ubiquitous .22 Long Rifle ammunition, and became a popular gun right from its introduction in 1933. By the time sales ceased in the 1960s some 175,000 had been sold. This example is one that suffered from poor storage. The exterior finish had some surface rusting which was removed and then re- finished to make it more respectable looking. There is a crack in the butt extending back from the receiver, but it does not seem to effect function at all. Excellent bore. We sell all guns as collector items only, but if approved by your gunsmith, it should be a good a plinker. $325.00 (View Picture)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5174 - 17538 - COLT AR-15 SP-1 SEMI-AUTO VERSION OF THE M16 (VIETNAM ERA STYLE) .223 caliber - Serial number SP1 83144 made around 1977 as far as we can figure. This is the civilian semi-auto only version of the Vietnam era M16 made before they added the forward assist to become the M16A1. This has the “bird cage” type flash hider, triangular handguard, trap in the butt for cleaning rod and triangular handguards. This has been fired little and cared for well. There is very minor finish wear on the tip of the flash hider, the front sight ears, and a couple of tiny scratches, and a few small scrapes on the plastic buttplate. At first glance this will pass for new, and the piddling defects noted require a close inspection to notice. Comes with one Colt 20 round magazine. This is an excellent representative substitute for a Vietnam era M16 rifle (which is basically unaffordable and unobtainable to most collectors). In an emergency, it could serve as a good home defense weapon as well, assuming your gunsmith approves it as safe to fire- we sell all guns as collector items only. $1200.00 (View Picture)

**NEW ADDITION** SMOF5153 - EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 COWBOY GUN SERIAL NUMBER 38764 CALIBER 38/44 The Model 1892 lever action rifle was designed by John M. Browning, one of America’s most prolific and successful gun designers. Winchester asked Browning to design a rifle to replace their Model 1873 and capable of handling the largest black powder cartridges available. The result was the Model 1886. It was an immediate success and Winchester then asked Browning to redesign it to handle pistol caliber cartridges. This resulted in the Model 1892. It used the same action as the Model 1886, but was chambered for 44, 38, 32 and 25 caliber blackpoweder cartridges. The Model 1892 was a smooth handling rifle, well liked by the shooting public. Winchester sold just over a one million of them before production ceased in 1932, but the rifle’s claim to shooting immortality comes because it is the rifle that John Wayne carried (in 44-40 though some claim it was in 32-20) ) in most of his cowboy movies.

We acquired this from a family who ranched in eastern Idaho for many years. The rifle was said to have been carried on many a cattle round up, and the it’s condition supports it. It was made in 1894 and was well used with virtually none of the original blued finish remaining. It also has an assortment of minor dings and scratches on the metal and wood. The bottom of the stock by the butt plate has an old repair, very nicely done, again suggesting regular use on a working ranch. It was certainly shot. The bore retains riflings, but the grooves are dark. The action is tight. We sell all guns as collectibles only. If you want to shoot a gun this old you must have it checked out by a competent gunsmith. A well used but not abused Winchester showing long service on a cattle ranch. The fact that the gun can be transferred without going through a Federal Firearms Licensee is a plus. $1295.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5118 - WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRENCH GUN WITH WASHINGTON STATE HIGHWAY PATROL MARKINGS SERIAL NUMBER 1769319 CALIBER 12 GAUGE The Winchester Model 12 is considered by many the finest pump action shotgun that Winchester ever made. They were also used by the U.S. Military during World War I and II and remained in the U.S. inventory right up to the Gulf War. The Washington State Highway Patrol armed itself with them in the 1950’s through the 1970’s. They were carried in a scabbard that was fitted on the front edge of the front seat with the butt to the driver’s side so they could be removed quickly if needed. Each gun was issued to an individual trooper and his personnel number was painted on the left side of the butt stock.

This gun has some dings near the butt where the scabbard did not provide much protection, but is otherwise in almost new condition. The high polish bluing would rate about 97% with just a little bit of war on the high points. Other than the dings on the butt the wood is in excellent condition. The bore is bright without any evidence of pitting. An excellent example of one of America’s finest shotguns with the added history of use by the Washington State Highway Patrol. $650.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5116 - 17388- ISRAELI AIR FORCE MODIFIED ARMALITE AR-7 SURVIVAL RIFLE - Serial number B1335, .22 Long Rifle caliber semi auto. Eugene Stoner, the genius behind the AR-15 and M16 invented the Armalite AR-7 survival rifle and it was made by Armalite from 1959 to 1973. When originally made, it had a brown, then black and eventually multi-colored plastic (actually nylon similar to that used in the Remington Nylon 66 series) buttstock that the rest of the rifle would fit into, and it would float. The basic design has continued in production almost continuously, and after Armalite ceased production in 1973 it was made by Charter Arms 1973-1990, then Survival Arms for 7 years, then Henry Arms starting in 1997 and finally by AR-7 Industries. Armalite made a few with walnut stocks, another variation, so it would be a neat collecting niche to just build a collection of AR-7 variations.

This example is one of a small number made by Armalite sometime prior to 1973, and used by the Israeli Air Force. They modified it for use as a pilot's survival rifle, probably between the time of the “Six Day War” in 1967 and the “Yom Kippur War” or “October War” of 1973. The modifications included adding a FAL grip and K98 sight hood. They made their own retractable stock, replacing the plastic one, and shortened the barrel to 13.5 inches and added a sling swivel to the barrel. There is a rubber cap on the grip allowing the grip to be filled with loose shells. This rifle was imported by the Briklee Trading Company in 1996, and they added an extension on the barrel to meet minimum length requirements for sale in the U.S. It comes with an Israeli looking sling and three magazines- one that is probably 7 or 8 rounds and two that are probably 15 round capacity. Overall excellent condition with about 95+% black paint finish on the aluminum frame and barrel exterior (steel liner of course!) probably redone when imported and lengthened. About 95% of the parkerized finish on the retractable stock assembly, showing some wear from sliding back and forth. The barrel is numbered B1355, while the frame is B1335.

This is a really neat example of an interesting gun designed by one of the great firearms inventors, modified for use as an aircrew survival weapon, and used by one of the 20th Century’s most successful military forces. Of all the AR-7 variations, this is probably the scarcest, and the most interesting. This is the only one we have ever found on the market, and it has been in John’s collection for a number of years but he needs to make room for other treasures. $550.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF4956 - 16166 - WINCHESTER MODEL 1911 S.L. SHOTGUN, 12 GA Semi-auto - Serial number 75890 made about 1924 with 28 inch full choke barrel. Only slightly less than 83,000 of this model were made between 1911 and 1925 with some late parts clean up guns assembled into 1928. This was a strange design where you had to jack the barrel back (by grasping the knurled section on the barrel) to load the first round into the chamber, but after that it would function as a semiautomatic. The recoil of the action was controlled by springs and friction rings, but easily got out of adjustment, causing vicious recoil felt by the shooter. This is an exceptionally nice example with about 98-99% original blue finish. One semi-ugly scratch near the back of the receiver on the top. The wood has only a few tiny handling or storage dings, but does have a hairline crack at the rear of the forend (one of the weaknesses of this model’s design). This is from the estate of a past President of the Winchester Arms Collectors Association who set a goal of getting one of every model Winchester made, and then put on a 14 table display to show them off. Very impressive! This is not a common model to find, and most are in rather bet up condition due to their unreliability, which led to careless storage. This one is great addition to a collection, but (like all of them) about useless as a shooter. But we sell all guns as collector items only and not to be shot unless approved by a competent gunsmith. $750.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4550 - 13959 WINCHESTER MODEL 95 SADDLE RING CARBINE, .30-40 KRAG CALIBER. SERIAL NUMBER 75914. Serial number 425022, among the last of these guns made. The superb example has all the standard features of this variation. Caliber is .30 Army (30-40 Krag) one of the most popular calibers of the Model 1895 rifles and carbines, and the type used by Teddy Roosevelt in the Spanish American War.

The outstanding feature of this gun is its condition, retaining essentially ALL of the unmarked original wood and metal finish with only some minor "flaking" on the receiver sides and upper tang. (The flaking has not penetrated to the bare metal but has resulted only in a thinning of the effected areas. Bore is as nice as the outside. About 90% blue on the buttplate. Stock is free from all but a few tiny handling marks. About as nice as you will find one of these any more, and the Model 1895s are notorious for the flaking finish on the receivers, so it may be a futile quest looking for one any better. This is from the estate of a past President of the Winchester Arms Collectors Association, and deserves a good home where it will be appreciated. $3450.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4557 - 13967 WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 RIFLE IN .22 LONG CALIBER. SERIAL NUMBER 75914. Serial number 569336 made circa 1903. Octagon barrel is 24 3/8” long with typical black powder .22 bore- worn and rough. Note the caliber is .22 LONG, not .22 LONG RIFLE. The immensely popular and long-lived Model 1873 reached a total production of about 720,000 rifles and carbines, but less than 20,000 were in .22 rimfire caliber, and according to George Madis these have a low survival rate, probably from people reworking them to more useful calibers than the .22 rimfire for such a heavy rifle. This one has seen some honest use, but not abuse, and retains about 85-90% original finish, thinning or dulling in places, but overall a very attractive Model 1873 rifle. It has the standard crescent buttplate shape found on most 1873 rifles, but specially made for the .22s without a butt trap. Good markings, screw heads not buggered, magazine is complete and working. Wood has the old oil finish with assorted minor dings and scratches of an honestly used gun. This is from the estate of a past President of the Winchester Arms Collectors Association, and deserves a good home where it will be appreciated. $4250.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4551 - 13960 WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 SINGLE SHOT ''LOW WALL” RIFLE IN .22LR CALIBER. SERIAL NUMBER 75914. Serial number 119805 probably made circa 1915. A beautiful little gun with 24 3/8” octagon barrel and excellent bore. About 97-98% finish remains, just some honest wear causing brightness on the sharp edges, a bit of thinning on the bottom flat just ahead of the forend (resting on the window sill when shooting into the back yard?) and a couple of very minor scratches or scrapes. Stock retains nearly all the original varnish finish, with just a handful of very minor dings scattered around. John M. Browning’s famous Model 1885 single shot action is still regarded as one of the best ever made, and despite large production numbers, these were much loved, much used, and many were cobbled into home brewed varmint rifles, leaving excellent examples harder to find than one might expect. At one time, someone added a tang sight, and the ''footprint” shows in the finish on the tang, and in order to remember which way to turn the knobs for windage, they stamped L and R into the wood alongside the tang. It would be nicer without these blemishes, but is still a darn nice rifle. This great rifle is from the estate of a past President of the Winchester Arms Collectors Association, and it is looking for a good home. $1995.00 (View Picture)