BUFFALO BILL TARGET SHOOTER GunthermannBUFFALO BILL TARGET SHOOTER Gunthermann Germany hand painted tin depicts famed Buffalo Bill with rifle in hand lever action originally sold as ''Le Champion''. 9'' h. Paint wear to rear pull lever overall (Exc. Cond)
WINCHESTER BUFFALO BILL REPEATINGWINCHESTER BUFFALO BILL REPEATING RIFLEWinchester Buffalo Bill Lever Action Repeating Rifle, commemorative model 94, .30-30, serial #WC39044. Housed in original box. Comes with strap attachment ring on the left of the receiver. Sides of receiver are stamped with thematic designs, "Buffalo Bill" and "E". Breech is stamped with "30-30", "Buffalo Bill Commemorative", "Winchester, Made in U.S.A.", and monogram "PW". Bottom of tubular magazine stamped with serial number. Lower tang is stamped "W.J. Curly Chief of Scouts". Buttstock is stamped with Buffalo Bill memorial seal. Barrel length - 25 1/4", Overall length - 44". Firearms made after 1898 require passing an FFL background check prior to transfer. Please be prepared with proper identification. Circa late 1960s.
Condition:
Overall good condition with minor oxidation.
BUFFALO BILL U.S. SPRINGFIELD TRAPBUFFALO BILL U.S. SPRINGFIELD TRAP DOOR CARBIDE RIFLE. 1873 SN#37956 Condition: No Specific Condition Recorded - Sold As Is
BUFFALO BILL RIFLE SPRINGFIELDBUFFALO BILL RIFLE SPRINGFIELD ALTERED SHARPS MODEL 1870. Marked C. Sharps Pat Oct 5th 1852 R.S. Lawrence Pat April 12th 1859 Condition: No Specific Condition Recorded - Sold As Is
WINCHESTER BUFFALO BILL COMMEMORATIVEWINCHESTER BUFFALO BILL COMMEMORATIVE LEVER ACTION 30-30 cal., W.F. Cody Chief of Scouts 26" octagonal barrel, saddle ring, serial# WC103772, Buffalo Bill medallion inset in butt stock, engraving on receiver. This item requires a NICS background check
SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR RIFLE. AttributedSPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR RIFLE. Attributed to ''Whitney'' as a .45-70 buffalo rifle of the 1880s. Heavy octagonal barrel 28'' with hooded front and large rear peep sight. Walnut stock has a nicely checkered grip and oil finish. Lock plate has the US Springfield and eagle motif in front of hammer. Inspector SWP1888 left side of stock. Ramrod is wood with a brass end. S/n 267042. Inscription on lock plate barely visible. Rifeling is visible though worn. Bluing on barrel is 70%.
19TH CENTURY KENTUCKY BUFFALO?19TH CENTURY KENTUCKY BUFFALO? RIFLE: Mid-19th century half stock Kentucky rifle attributed to Asa T. Woodcock. Incised geometrical design at both sides of butt, impressed ''Woodcock'' at right side. Ramrod present. Approx. 65.5' l x 5.25'' h @ butt.
CONDITION: Screw on bottom of butt is a replacement, crack at left side above trigger, wear consistent with age and use.
Major William Prevost Buffs PairMajor William Prevost Buffs Pair of Early 19th cent. Flintlock Dueling Pistols In original mahogany case Major William Prevost Buffs inscribed on handle. Lock plates marked Piper. Inspectors marks on barrel. Commissioned as Major ''The Buffs'' in October 1800 when the guns were presented.E
Chas. Newton Rifle Corp. BuffaloChas. Newton Rifle Corp. Buffalo N.Y. Circular ca 1923. Condition: Very good.
PLAINS INDIAN .72 CAL PERCUSSIONPLAINS INDIAN .72 CAL PERCUSSION BLANKET MUSKETSuperb example of a Plains Indian “Blanket Gun” or “Buffalo Runner’s” cut-down percussion musket. Originally, these shortened, large caliber lightly rifled muskets were utilized by mounted horseman who galloped into herds of bison shooting guns and arrows at point blank range. Short barrreled muzzle loaders were about the only pre-cartridge firearms that could be quickly loaded while on horseback. Powder was poured, a naked ball was dropped, a percussion cap placed on the nipple below the cocked hammer and the firearm held muzzle high to keep the load settled. When ready to fire, the rider simply lowered the arm and fired before the ball had a chance to move off the powder charge. This proved fast and effective for both hunting and warfare. Decades later, during the reservation period, when firearms were often limited or prohibited altogether, these early cut down muskets formerly used for hunting became concealed “blanket guns.” Hidden under a robe or blanket, they could remain out of sight and away from confiscation. It is known that a number of blanket guns suddenly appeared before and during the tragic Wounded Knee Massacre in December 1890. Loaded with ball, bullet or shot, these proved formidable weapons for a number of uses. This is a classic example with a barrel length of 14 inches and an overall length of only approximately 24 inches. It is cut from a typical .72 caliber musket that is typical of the type sold or traded to the Plains Indians of the Pre-Civil War and Post-Civil War era. The lock functions and the lock plate has some vestige of markings that may be French or Belgian in origin, which would be typical of trade muskets. There is also considerable aged black powder pitting around the hammer/nipple area from decades of use. As expected, Overall metal has aged to a deep brown, uncleaned patina. The rear portion of the stock has been cut just behind the comb and shows some undeciphered light carved marks or symbols on the right rear portion. Forward of the lock is wound rawhide strips used to secure the barrel to the forend. Ahead of this the wood appears slightly charred as if it had been near a fire at some point. Overall, a wonderful example of a seldom seen Native American artifact that no doubt holds a wealth of history. NSN. This firearm qualifies as an Antique, and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.
BOSTON CUSTER'S COLT CARRIED ATBOSTON CUSTER'S COLT CARRIED AT LITTLE BIGHORNThis is quite possibly one of the most important Battle of the Little Bighorn firearms ever offered for public sale, a Colt U.S. Cavalry issue Single Action Army revolver owned personally by Boston Custer, youngest brother to George Armstrong Custer, and later owned by Chief Buffalo Hump of the Sans Arc Sioux with complete ownership history and documentation. Under General Terry’s Special-Order Number 117 on June 8, 1874, Colonel Custer acted to prepare his troops for the extended 1874 Black Hills Expedition, obtaining suitable arms for certain non-regular army personnel. Shipment information to Custer at Fort Lincoln, as obtained from jobbers used by the Colt Company, Schuler, Hartley & Graham of New York an H&D Folson, also of New York noted the shipment of six nickel plated revolvers shipped on July 29, 1874 from H&D Folson: Serial numbers 7486, 9977, 12057, 12443, 12937; and 13418 and a shipment from Schuyler, Hartley & Graham included: Serial numbers 10960, 11258, 11722, 11843, 13221, and this revolver, 12364. The nickel revolvers are all documented to 7th Cavalry Indian scouts (see Table 7, beginning at page 148 of the book, Documenting the Weapons Used at the Little Bighorn). The blue finished revolvers are documented, also on Table 7 starting at page 148 identifying serial number 11722 issued to Dr. Porter, 11843 to Dr. Lord, 10960 went to Moses Milner a civilian scout and 12364, the firearm in this lot, issued to Boston Custer who was acting as a packer in the pack train. It is noted by documented testimony from Oglala Sioux Horned Horse that on June 25, 1876 at the Battle of the Little Bighorn Horned Horse and Buffalo Hump went together crossing the Greasy Grass River at the ford. They rode to a high point to watch the battle, as Horned Horse was an old man tired of battle. They saw a lone soldier wearing buckskin clothing crossing in front of them to the north, riding a mule that was carrying some bags. Buffalo Hump told Horned Horse he wanted the mule and Horned Horse replied, “Han napiyuza sonsonla (Yes! Capture Mule)”. It should be noted for confirming this story that Captain Frederick W. Benteen, the Company H Commander of the 7th Cavalry gave testimony about Boston Custer, “He was with the pack train, the morning of the 25th, but when Boston overheard trumpeter John Martin’s message from George Custer to me to “…come on and be quick and bring packs,” Boston mounted one of the mules carrying ammunition and rode north.” Also noted 1st Lieutenant Edward S. Godfrey Commander of Company K said this about the Custer brothers, “The Custers wore buckskin suits…” Later Horned Horse and Buffalo Hump were at the spotted of the buckskin wearing man with mule, both found dead. Buffalo Hump took the boots and the revolver from the buckskin wearing young soldier (is clothes being taken by another). As per the body location as noted by 1st Sergeant John M. Ryan, Company M of the 7th Cavalry and Captain Benteen were both on burial crew and stated, “On the battlefield 200 feet down the hill from Last Stand Hill were General George Custer and his brother Tom Custer were killed, lay the bodies of their brother Boston and 18-year-old nephew Harry Armstrong “Autie” Reed. Boston was stripped expect for his stockings.” After the Little Bighorn, Buffalo Hump and Horned Horse rode with Crazy Horse at the Battle of Wolf Mountain against General Miles and the 5th Cavalry. Horned Horse surrendered with Crazy Horse on May 5, 1877 at Fort Robinson to 1st Lieutenant William P. Clark and Horned Horse acted as Crazy Horses interpreter. When Crazy Horse was killed on September 5, 1877, both Buffalo Hump and Horned Horse were present and heard Crazy Horse say on his deathbed, “I have always wanted to go to the land of the Grandmother (Canada). I shall be dead in a few minutes and will then go to the Grandmother’s country. I want you to all follow me”. In spring 1878, Buffalo Hump and some 240 lodges of the Crazy Horse band made their way into Canada including Little Hawk, the Black Elks, Low Dog and Black Fox heading for Sitting Bull’s camp. After arriving at Sitting Bull’s camp, some of their horses were stolen by a local tribe. Nicholas Black Elk and his uncle Running Horse were present on the day of the Buffalo Hump incident and their story was documented, “I was only 15… Our camp had lost some horses during the night. One of the horses belonged to Chief Buffalo Hump. Sitting Bull sent for the Grandmother police, as he was told to do by “Paddy” (Supt. James Morrow Walsh from the North West Mounted Police NWMP). Paddy sent “Big Bull” (Assistant Commissioner Acheson G. Irvine of the NWMP) and two policemen to settle the matter. As Big Bull (Irvine) rode int the camp, Buffalo Hump rant up to him to tell him about his stolen horse.. carrying his revolver in one hand and a knife in the other. Big Bull (Irvine) grabbed the revolver out of Buffalo Hump’s hand… Sitting Bull walked up behind… and said “Austan” (cease, finish, stop) Big Bull (Irvine) found the horses and returned them to Buffalo Bull, but he did not return the revolver. Day later Buffalo Hump asked Big Bull (Irvine) if he could have his gun back, but Big Bull (Irvine) said he had given it to the Commissioner of the NWMP, James Furguharson MacLeod as “Evidence”” Buffalo Hump and his Sans Arc band left Canada and surrendered at Fort Keogh and was transferred in August 1881 to the Spotted Tail Agency in Nebraska. Commissioner MacLeod served from July 22, 1876, to October 31, 1880, and oversaw the moving of police headquarters to Fort MacLeod being accredited with establishing peaceful policies for the NWMP in dealings with First Nations people. It is almost certain that Commissioner MacLeod held the Buffalo Hump Colt at this location. The gun stayed in the NWMP, later changing their name to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police RCMP, possession from 1878 until around 1922. In around 1920 William Northcote Taylor joined the RCMP, son of famed Indian Agent in the Northwest Territories William Richard Taylor the agent with whom Dr. Claude Lewis and his brother, Sinclair Lewis made a trip by canoe to make treaty payments to Northwest First Nations tribes memorialized in the book “Treaty Trip” in 1924. As per the testimony of William N. Taylors daughter, Karen Taylor in the accompanied signed letter, her father won the Colt Revolver serial number 12364 in a poker game while stationed at Fort MacLeod in Alberta, Canada in 1922. The gun then stayed in the Taylor family from 1922 until 1990. William N. Taylor dutifully registered the gun, per Canadian Law until his death in 1979 when ownership fell to his daughter Karen Taylor (an accompanying original Canadian Firearm Registration Certificate from 1945 filled out by William N. Taylor is with the lot). Karen Taylor sold the gun to a Canadian arms collector Vernon Vossler in 1990. It was published in the 1991, “Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia Volume 2” by Keith Cochran on page 343 as S/N “12,364 7 ½ .45, Cavalry Model, this revolver was probably taken from a Sioux warrior in Canada after the battle of the Little Bighorn by an Indian Agent and Judge and then passed to his sone who was a Mountie or member of the Northwest Mounted Police. (See page 344).” The gun was in the Vossler estate from 1990 until 2008 when It was sold again in his estate sale by Bud Haynes Auction of Red Deer, Alberta (an original printout of the sale bill noting the gun, then further confirmed by Hayes, is included). At the sale the gun was purchased by Barry Kolbert, a collector from Red Lodge, Montana, only 125 miles away from the Little Bighorn. Kolbert then traded the gun to Wallace W. Francis who then traded the gun (with accompanying signed letter) to the current owner J. Michael Peters in 2016 (trading away a Colt Baby Burgess SN 6209 with letter, Colt SAA SN 962, Colt SAA SN 18318 and an additional $1,000 for this Colt SN 12364). In addition to the testimony and ownership documentation the firearm was examined by Wendell Grangaard of the Guns of History and found to be a correct matching serial number U.S. Cavalry issue Colt Single Action Army included on the Schuler, Hartley & Graham list. The gun has the legible cartouche of O.W. Ainsworth and the correct “A” inspector mark of Ainsworth, as well as the usual filings of the muzzle often used as a mark of Indian ownership by the Sioux. Most importantly the gun was found to be marked on the butte of the frame and grips by Chief Buffalo Hump telling the story of the gun in togia language. Marked on the bottom, “kill two non-soldiers – Greasy Grass – Buffalo Hump rode with Horned Horse – departed travel long rode Grandmother Land.” This further confirms the above documentation. Provenance: From General Terry’s Special-Order Number 117 issued to Boston Custer from a shipment from Schuyler, Hartley & Graham. Taken by Boston Custer to the Battle of the Little Bighorn where he was killed. Taken by Buffalo Hump and Horned Horse and eventually taken into Canada to Sitting Bull’s Camp in spring 1878. Seized by Canadian North West Mounted Police Assistant Commissioner Acheson G. Irvin as “evidence” and transferred to NWMP Commissioner, James Furguharson MacLeod. Won in a poker game at Fort MacLeod by RCMP William Northcote Taylor in 1922. Kept in the Taylor family from 1922-1990. Sold to Vernon Vossler in 1990. Vossler collection from 1990-2008. Sold in Bud Haynes Auction in August, 23, 2008, to Barry Kolbert of Red Lodge, Montana. Sold / Traded to Wallace W, Francis. Kolbert, Francis 2008-2016. Traded to J. Michael Peters 2016-present. Publications: 1991 Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia Volume 2 by Keith Cochran; Document the Weapons Used at the Little Bighorn by Wendell Grangaard; and in Alberta Genealogical Society Relatively Speaking Volume 44, Number 3 August 2016 page 141-146 (booklet or print outs of pages mentioned included as documents). This historic piece includes a completely ownership history from its shipment to Custer’s men, capture by the Indians at Little Bighorn, capture by the NWMP in 1878, to the Canadian ownership in 1922 to present day. The ownership history has been published in the included book. Further the gun includes a historic analysis and documented testimony from Guns of History’s Wendell Grangaard as well as further documentation and signed letters. Possibly one of, if not the most well researched and recorded Battle of the Little Bighorn firearm ever brought to public sale. Antique Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army with correct U.S. stamping, “PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871, PAT. JULY, 2, 1872” on the side; matching 12364 serial number on the bottom of the butte frame, frame, trigger guard and 2364 on the cylinder. Inspection “A” mark on trigger guard, “A” and “P” on bottom of barrel, “P” and “A” on cylinder and “609” on swing out loading door. Top of the gun is marked in a single line, “COLT’S PT. F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.” cross like stamp before and after the address. The gun retains some of the original blue finish and is well kept, has the correct four click hammer pull back which turns the cylinder and correctly functions.
Winchester Model 94 - Buffalo BillWinchester Model 94 - Buffalo Bill Serial # 97639. Cal 30-30. Saddle ring. Fancy markings. NBF. Overall L 38''E
Central Plains Beaded Buffalo HideCentral Plains Beaded Buffalo Hide Rifle Scabbard
fourth quarter 19th century
possibly Cheyenne, sinew-sewn and beaded using colors of white, cobalt, pink, pea green, and greasy yellow; red wool trim
overall length 41 inches
BULLARD LEVER ACTION SPORTING RIFLE.BULLARD LEVER ACTION SPORTING RIFLE. Small frame model 1886 in 38-45 caliber 24'' round barrel blade front and buckhorn rear sight varnished walnut stock rifle-style buttplate. S/n1898 Bore clear rifling is good action strong. Bluing on barrel and magazine is not consistent showing wear and spoting. Case hardened frame also shows some spotting. Rear stock has heavy varnish forestock varnish is mostly worn off on bottom.Model and patent dates are worn but legible caliber and serial numbers are clear. Very low production made 1886-1890.
Coachman's gun modified rifle 19thCoachman's gun modified rifle 19th c. 22"l.
Flintlock long rifle, figured mapleFlintlock long rifle, figured maple full stock with dark finish and raised cheek plate, 41 in. octagonal barrel marked "L. or S Shillts(?)", brass mounts, engraved patchbox, lockplate with engraved bird, 56 in.; powder horn with spring-loaded brass tip and wooden plug, 12-1/2 in., (two pieces). Pitting and repairs at firing pin, patchbox lid with minor dents and gouges (difficult to open); powder horn with cracks, losses and slight pest damage. Private Collection, Fairview, North Carolina
'Pennsylvania' long rifle berlin,'Pennsylvania' long rifle berlin, pennsylvania, circa 1835-1854 Having an octagonal barrel with a ball and cap firing mechanism; decorated with leaf and line engraved patch box and tiger maple stock, the barrel signed 'L Conrad' and initials 'LC'. L: 51 in. ,200 The butt of the stock is cracked under the brass end plate other wise in good condition
Black powder replica of a ColtBlack powder replica of a Colt "Wild Bill Hickock" revolver, engraved nickel plated frame, 7 1/2" octagon barrel, pseudo ivory handle with eagle, in a presentation frame with stained glass Estimate $200-400
Long Rifle by J. E. Harder ClearfieldLong Rifle by J. E. Harder Clearfield PA ca. 1860's Flintlock percussion rifle double trigger engraved shaped barrel and trigger having patch-box and sight with ram-rod of probable hickory wood decorative brass work on walnut stock and brass butt plate rifted barrel.
BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST AND CONGRESSBUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST AND CONGRESS OF ROUGH RIDERS O...Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Congress of Rough Riders of the World. The Duel of the Cannoneers Light Battery Artillery Exercises. Cincinnati: Enquirer Job Ptg., ca. 1890s. A 28-sheet color lithograph billboard (approx. 280 x 111") mounted on old linen as one unit. Central tear repaired, minor losses and scattered chips marginally. Scattered minor over-coloring, mostly at sheet breaks. Possibly unique.
Brass-Mounted Percussion RifleBrass-Mounted Percussion Rifle American, 19th century, walnut stock, engraved lockplate, 34 in. octagonal barrel; no permit required,
A flintlock blunderbuss with steelA flintlock blunderbuss with steel barrel and walnut stock and a damaged percussion cap pistol
Thompson Center Arms, Rochester,Thompson Center Arms, Rochester, NH, .54 cal percussion black powder rifle, double set trigger, carved stock ,octagon 28" bbl, Estimate $200-300
AMERICAN SCHOOL: BUFFALO BILL'SAMERICAN SCHOOL: BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST RANGE AND RANCH SADDLE HORSES Lithographic poster in color 27 x 36 1/2 in. published by Strobridge Cincinnati 1907.
Springfield percussion rifle, 19thSpringfield percussion rifle, 19th century, as found, 48"l
Springfield Model 1842 Musket andSpringfield Model 1842 Musket and Bayonet .69 caliber 42'' barrel VP and eagle on left rear side of barrel. Lockplate stamped Springfield 1853/U.S. with eagle stamp. Steel buttplate trigger guard and bands. Walnut stock with two sling swivels. Condition: Very good.
Indian Tack Half-Stock PercussionIndian Tack Half-Stock Percussion Plains Rifle by J. Henry .50 cal. 30'' octagonal barrel. Top of barrel marked J. Henry; lockplate marked A.W. Spies. Brass furniture and patchbox. Maple stock with Indian brass tacks. Purchased from a New York Museum by J.W. Carpenter Condition: Barrel is smooth brown with sharp and crisp lines. Lock has nice dark brown patina with some pitting around the nipple and drum. Stock with untouched patina and halos around the brass tacks. A nice Indian-used rifle.
Percussion Long Rifle attributedPercussion Long Rifle attributed to W
Contemporary Full-Stock FlintlockContemporary Full-Stock Flintlock Kentucky Rifle .45 cal. 42'' octagonal barrel. German silver front sight blade; notched fixed rear sight. Top of barrel signed W. Buchele. Finely carved curly maple stock with German silver and copper inlays featuring a floral and vine pattern. Nice German silver eagle and wire work on cheek piece; banner in eagle's talons We Owe Allegiance to No Crown. Rear of stock is nicely carved with two Indians running and wielding ball-headed clubs. Brass furniture and four-piece patch box featuring a liberty bell and dated 1776. Lockplate signed Buchele. Pierced pig-tail trigger. Rifle is housed in a well-constructed wood case. Condition: Excellent.
U.S. Mdl. 1861 rifle/musket, percussion;U.S. Mdl. 1861 rifle/musket, percussion; no permit required. Replaced barrel bands, trigger guard and ramrod, 40 percent original color with some reconditioning, stock with old surface, dents, scratches and normal wear.
A Group of Buffalo Soldiers RelicsA Group of Buffalo Soldiers Relics c. 1890 consisting of uniform parts and a cartridge presented in a shadowbox with a map of Montana and a reproduction photograph of the 25th Infantry Regiment 25 in. x 25 in. Provenance: Excavated in the 1950s from Fort Custer Montana.
Springfield: 1847, percussion cavalrySpringfield: 1847, percussion cavalry musketoon, .69 cal, 26" bbl. Made by Springfield Armory, dated 1851 on the tail of lockplate, also on bbl tang. All mounts are of brass and the stock is fitted with a 9 1/4" ringbar and ring on the left side. Ramrod swivels have been replaced by a sleeved chain device, a rare varient. U.S. on buttplate, stock inspected. Very good overall adn GWO, no serial # present. Estimate $2,750-3,750
Contemporary Flintlock LongrifleContemporary Flintlock Longrifle by David Dobbs of Selinsgrove PA .56 cal. 44" octagonal barrel with flared muzzle.? Buckhorn rear sight with silver blade front sight. Early style engraved beveled lock. Brass triggerguard buttplate ferules and nosecap and sideplate. Maple stock with wood sliding patchbox.? Nice early style rifle. Condition: Excellent.
Pennsylvania tiger maple cap andPennsylvania tiger maple cap and ball long rifle by John Parks Jr. ca. 1820 the patch box engraved with the owner's name Wm. G.... ?
Silver and Brass Mounted PercussionSilver and Brass Mounted Percussion Rifle American, 40-1/4 in. octagonal barrel and lockplate marked "T. Vanderslice", ornate brass patchbox, checkered maple full stock, carved cheekplate, inlaid silver barrel key
W.C. Biddle & Co. PhiladelphiaW.C. Biddle & Co. Philadelphia tiger maple full stock percussion rifle with a three-piece patch box 32" octagonal barrel. ?