WWI British Enfield .22 Trainer Rifle – Rare Antique

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Interesting Fact Caption: Originally used to train British soldiers in marksmanship during WWI, the Pattern 1914 No. I .22 Trainer allowed recruits to practice with reduced recoil and ammunition costs while maintaining realistic rifle handling.

Very good condition WWI British Pattern No. 1 Enfield .22 trainer short rifle. Originally started life as a Mark I Long Lee Enfield manufactured by Enfield in 1898, as marked on the right side of the receiver, and so qualifies as an antique, no FFL required to purchase. Converted to a Cond II SMLE short rifle by Enfield in 1906, as marked on the left side of the receiver. Later converted to a Pattern 1914 No. 1 .22 single shot trainer by A.G. Parker, as marked on the right side of the receiver. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has all matching serial numbers. Correct .22 rimfire bolt head and empty magazine shell to act as a casing catcher. Shows Australian use with a “Broad Arrow D” marking on the left side of the receiver ring. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is good with strong rifling and some pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Probably lightly buffed at some point. Underside of forend has a matching serial number. Original volley sights are present. A rare Enfield variation that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

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Korean War M1D Garand Sniper Rifle w/ Scope

Very good condition Korean War era US military M1D Garand sniper rifle in .30-06 caliber. Receiver is marked “SPRINGFIELD ARMORY” and is serial number 4330xxx, which dates it to manufacture in 1953. Rifle has original M84 scope and mount. Scope has original blue finish with a little rust. Optics are clear and original reticle is present. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all Springfield parts. Barrel has correct “D7312555” drawing number and is dated “11-52” for November 1952. Receiver may be a reweld. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some handling marks. Underside of wrist is marked “circle P”. Complete with correct original leather cheekrest that is marked “MRT 3-59”. A nice original M1D Garand sniper rifle that will make an excellent addition to a collection! 

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Short Caption: The M1D Garand gave U.S. marksmen enhanced long-range accuracy during the Korean War using the iconic M84 scope. A legendary sniper variant of the famous M1 Garand.

WWII German ERMA E.L.24 .22 Mauser Conversion Kit

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This rare ERMA E.L.24 conversion kit allowed German troops to train with inexpensive .22 caliber ammunition while using the standard 98K Mauser platform. This example was brought home by a U.S. G.I. with his name and address still preserved on the cover.

Excellent condition original WWII German E.L. 24 .22 caliber conversion kit for the 98k Mauser Rifle. Complete and has all matching numbers and nice manufacturer markings. Excellent original blue metal finish. Barrel is original in the white. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Complete with original walnut case that is in good condition with some handling marks and a few chips. Sent home by a soldier in the container and is address to Mrs. F.A. Stasz from Corporal Frank Stasz of the 776th Ordnance Company. A nice WWII German 98k Mauser .22 conversion unit that will make a fine addition to a collection! 

 
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Antique 1884 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle

Excellent condition antique US Model 1884 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle in .45-70 Government caliber. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” with the American eagle. Mechanically functions fine. Breech block is marked “MODEL 1884”. Barrel has “VP” and eagle head proof marks. Metal finish is excellent original blue. Breech block has vivid original case colors. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and crisp edges with a few normal handling marks. Left side of wrist has a sharp clear 1889 dated “SWP” inspector cartouche. Underside of wrist has a “circle P” cartouche. Left side buttstock is stamped “H”. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A superb example that will make an excellent addition to a collection! Relisted due to nonpaying bidder. 

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The Model 1884 Trapdoor Springfield was one of the last major single-shot rifles issued to U.S. troops during the Indian Wars era, valued for its rugged design and powerful .45-70 cartridge.

Civil War Moore’s Patent Belt Revolver

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Moore’s Patent revolvers were privately purchased sidearms during the Civil War and are remembered for their unique spur-trigger design and compact defensive use.

Good condition original antique Civil War Moore’s Patent Firearms Co. single action belt revolver in .32 rimfire caliber. Mechanically functions fine and tight. Brass frame has nice original engraving, and has original silver finish showing some normal wear. Remaining metal is worn to the white with some gray and brown patina and a little pitting. 6” octagonal barrel has a good bore with strong rifling and some pitting. Wood grip has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Comes with an old wooden case that has added foam and black felt lining inside. Case is about good with a few repaired cracks. A nice Civil War Moore revolver for your collection. 

 
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Antique 1884 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle

Excellent condition antique US Model 1884 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle in .45-70 Government caliber. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” with the American eagle. Mechanically functions fine. Breech block is marked “MODEL 1884”. Barrel has “VP” and eagle head proof marks. Metal finish is excellent original blue. Breech block has vivid original case colors. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and crisp edges with a few normal handling marks. Left side of wrist has a sharp clear 1889 dated “SWP” inspector cartouche. Underside of wrist has a “circle P” cartouche. Left side buttstock is stamped “H”. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A superb example that will make an excellent addition to a collection! Relisted due to nonpaying bidder. 

 
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Short Caption: Issued during the late Indian Wars era, the Model 1884 Trapdoor Springfield became one of America’s most iconic black powder military rifles chambered in powerful .45-70 Government.

WWII German 98K Kriegsmodell Rifle

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The Kriegsmodell was a late-war simplified version of the famous 98K Mauser, produced to speed wartime manufacturing while maintaining battlefield reliability for German forces.

Very good condition WWII German 98k Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “Mod. 98” on the receiver ring with code “svwMB” for manufacture by Oberndorf. This is a scarce late war Kriegsmodell with bands held by screws, made without a bayonet lug, and made without a buttplate bolt takedown hole rather than a bolt takedown washer. Rifle is NOT import marked and has nonmatching numbers. Metal finish is nice original gray phosphate showing a little normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has been lightly buffed and has nice looking blonde color. Right side buttstock has a faint Waffenamt. Complete with correct original front sight hood. A nice 98k Mauser Kriegsmodell rifle that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

 
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US M1865 1st Allin Conversion Trapdoor Rifle

Very good condition antique US Model 1865 (1st Allin Conversion) Trapdoor Springfield Rifle in .58 rimfire caliber. Only 5,000 of this model were produced. This example was shortened, with the barrel measuring 33” from the muzzle to the breech face. I believe this was government arsenal done, as there are faint “SWP” and “ESA” inspector cartouches in the flat opposite the lock, and the bands are properly spaces. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” with the American eagle and dated 1865. Mechanically functions fine. Metal finish is original “in the white” with some gray and brown patina. Bore is good, bright with strong rifling and a little pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Complete with correct original ramrod. A hard to find 1st Allin Conversion Trapdoor Springfield Rifle that will make an excellent addition to a collection. 

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The Model 1865 “First Allin Conversion” marked America’s transition from Civil War muzzleloaders to breech-loading rifles, converting surplus muskets into .58 rimfire military arms. Only about 5,000 were produced, making surviving examples highly sought after today.

Antique Italian M1870T Trials Carbine

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The Italian M1870T was an experimental bolt-action trials carbine developed during the early evolution of military repeating firearms, representing a major shift from traditional single-shot infantry weapons.

 Good condition antique Italian Model 1870T experimental trials bolt action single shot carbine. Bore gauges at 11mm, and gun is centerfire, but I do not know the exact cartridge. Maker marked “GLISENTI BRESCIA” on the receiver. Mechanically needs some adjustment as the firing pin sometimes stays in the fired position and will not cam to cock when the bolt is opened. Metal has mostly brown and gray patina. 19 ½” barrel has a good bright with strong rifling and some pitting. Stock has been refinished and shows some normal handling marks. Complete with a replaced clearing rod. A rare and unique Italian trials carbine that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

 
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WWII Portuguese M/937 Mauser Rifle

Very good condition WWII Portuguese M/937 (Model 1937) Mauser rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that has a sharp clear Portuguese crest on the receiver ring and Oberndorf manufacturer markings on the side rail. This rifle was manufactured under contract in Third Reich Germany and was essentially a K98k with the addition of bottom band and buttstock sling swivels. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has all matching serial numbers except the cleaning rod. Rifle has original blue finish showing some normal wear. Buttplate is original “in the white”. Bore is very good with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock and undersides of wrist and buttstock have German Waffenamt cartouches. Underside of buttstock also has a matching serial number. Complete with original nonmatching numbered cleaning rod. A nice Portuguese M/937 Mauser rifle that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

 
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The Portuguese Model 1937 Mauser was based on the legendary German K98k design and became one of Portugal’s standard military rifles during the WWII era, prized today for its detailed crest markings and quality craftsmanship.

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