The Rare Model 1855 Springfield That Changed History
Good condition original antique pre Civil War US Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine that is complete with original matching numbered detachable shoulder stock. Barrel has been bored out to .65 caliber smooth bore. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” with the American eagle and dated 1856. Mechanically functions fine. Metal finish is correct bright, with some scattered gray and brown patina and some scattered pitting and has been cleaned. Smooth bore is good with some pitting. Stock has been refinished and has a few cracks. Stock has been refinished. Brass fittings have attractive patina. Complete with original captive ramrod. Only 4,021 of these M1855 pistol-carbines were produced, and they are hard to find with original stocks. A good example for your collection!
Manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1856, the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol/Carbine was one of America’s most advanced pre-Civil War firearms. Featuring the innovative Maynard tape primer system and a matching numbered detachable shoulder stock, it could quickly convert from a pistol into a compact carbine, making it a rare and highly collectible milestone in U.S. military firearms development.
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One of WWII's Finest: All-Matching 1943 byf 98K Mauser
Very good condition WWII German 98k Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “byf 43” on the receiver ring for manufacture by Oberndorf in 1943. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has been lightly refinished and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has a Waffenamt cartouche. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and front sight hood. A nice 98k Mauser Rifle with matching numbers.
Manufactured in 1943 by Mauser Oberndorf using the “byf” factory code, the Karabiner 98k was Germany’s standard service rifle throughout World War II. This example stands out with all matching serial numbers and no import mark, preserving its originality and making it a highly desirable collectible for military firearms enthusiasts.
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The Legendary "Win-13" M1 Garand
Very good condition WWII US military M1 Garand semi auto rifle in .30-06 caliber that was manufactured by Winchester, as marked on the receiver, and is serial number “1607xxx”, which dates it to manufacture in March 1945. Rifle has the desirable “WIN 13” marking on the receiver leg and is part of the last 40,000 Winchester M1 Garands produced at the end of the war. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all Winchester parts. Has the lock bar rear sight and an uncut op rod. Rifle comes with original CMP paper. Metal finish is nice original parkerized. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal wear and handling marks. Left side of stock has light “W.R.A. G.H.D.” and “ordnance wheel” cartouches below the receiver. Underside of wrist has “P”, “circle P”, and “square P” cartouches. Left side buttstock is stamped “A4”. Right side buttstock has faint painted markings. A nice late Winchester M1 Garand that will make a fine addition to a collection.
Produced by Winchester Repeating Arms during World War II, the M1 Garand was America’s iconic battle rifle and the first standard-issue semi-automatic rifle adopted by a major military power. Rifles with the coveted “WIN-13” marked receiver, manufactured in early 1945, are among the rarest Winchester Garands and are highly sought after by collectors for their limited production.
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Rare Syrian Contract MAS-49 Sniper Rifle
Very good condition Syrian contract French Mle 1949 MAS semi auto rifle in 7.5 x 54mm caliber. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has all matching serial numbers except the bayonet. Metal finish is original gray parkerized showing some normal wear. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some handling marks, scrapes, and dings. Left side buttstock and underside of forend have matching serial numbers. Right side buttstock has a May 1953 dated roundel cartouche. Complete with correct original nonmatching numbered cleaning rod. Rifle also comes with original Mle 1953 sniper scope that has nice original black finish and clear optics. Scope is complete with original rubber eyepiece. Leather case, adjustment tool, and manual. Nice MAS 49 rifle with the hard to find scope.
The French MAS Model 1949 was a rugged semi-automatic battle rifle adopted after World War II and later supplied to allied nations, including Syria. This rare Syrian contract example features matching serial numbers, the original M1953 sniper scope, and includes its case, accessories, and manual, making it an exceptional and highly collectible Cold War military package.
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Rare Model 1913 Arisaka: Built for Mexico
Good-condition Mexican contract Model 1913 Japanese Type 38 Arisaka Rifle in 7mm Mauser (7 x 57) caliber that has a nice Mexican eagle crest on the receiver ring. Manufactured by Tokyo Arsenal as part of a 30,000 rifle contract. This example has the “D” serial number prefix and was actually delivered before deliveries were cancelled due to the Mexican Revolution. Rifle is NOT import marked and has nonmatching numbers but all correct Mexican parts. Metal finish is reblued with some scattered pitting. Bore is poor, gray and pitted with no visible rifling. Stock has been refinished and shows some normal handling marks. Unusual variation with M1910 style band springs. Complete with cleaning rod. A rare Mexican T-38 that will make a fine addition to a collection.
Before World War I, Japan’s Tokyo Arsenal produced a limited number of Type 38 Arisaka rifles chambered in 7×57mm Mauser for a Mexican military contract. Political upheaval during the Mexican Revolution prevented many from reaching their intended destination, making these Model 1913 Mexican Contract rifles one of the rarest and most fascinating variations of the Arisaka family.
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One of the Finest Polish M44 Mosin Carbines?
Excellent condition Polish M44 Mosin Nagant Carbine in 7.62 x 54r caliber that has the Radom Arsenal “oval 11” marking on the barrel and dated 1956. Gun is import marked on the bayonet lug and has all matching serial numbers including barrel, bolt, floorplate, and buttplate. Metal finish is excellent original blue. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and crisp edges with a few normal handling marks. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and sling. Folding bayonet functions fine. A nice Polish M44 with matching numbers
Manufactured in 1956 at Poland’s Radom Arsenal, the Polish M44 Mosin-Nagant Carbine is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and finish. Marked with the distinctive “Oval 11” arsenal stamp, this matching-number example represents one of the highest-quality versions of the legendary M44 produced during the Cold War.
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Cold War Czech RV-85 Flare Launcher
Excellent-condition Czech RV 85 flare launcher in 26.5mm caliber. Mechanically excellent. Metal finish is excellent original blue. Bore is bright and excellent. Stock has original finish and shows a few normal handling marks. Comes with correct original box and accessories, including sling, target, tools, and spare parts. A nice, scarce and desirable RV 85 flare gun that will make a fine addition to a collection
Developed during the Cold War, the Czech RV-85 Flare Launcher was designed to fire 26.5mm signal flares for military communication, emergency signaling, and battlefield coordination. This excellent-condition example includes its original box and accessories, making it a rare and complete collectible from the Warsaw Pact era.
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Rare LEUCO SA Dagger! A Franken Gruppe Relic
Very good condition original WWII German SA (Storm Troopers) dagger. This early, pre-RZM example is maker marked “LEUCO” on the blade and is stamped “Fr” on the lower guard for issue to the Franken Gruppe. Blade has original bright finish with a little gray and brown freckling. Hilt has nice original bright finish. Wood grip has original finish and a good tight fit. Nice original SA runic and eagle inserts. Has a tiny chip above the runes. Fitted in correct original steel scabbard that has original anodized finish showing some wear. Tip has a few dents. A nice SA dagger by a very rare maker.
The SA Dagger (Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch) was introduced in 1933 as a ceremonial sidearm for the SA. This example was manufactured by the rare maker LEUCO and is marked to the Franken Gruppe, one of the original regional SA groups. Rare maker markings and regional group stamps make examples like this especially desirable to advanced collectors of German militaria.
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Serial No. 764: Early Springfield Krag Rifle
Very good condition antique US Model 1892/96 Krag Jorgensen Rifle in .30-40 caliber that is marked “U.S. / 1894. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY. 764” on the receiver. Other rifles with nearby serial numbers were issued to Department of Dakota. Mechanically functions fine. Rifle was updated to Model 1896 configuration. Note that the cleaning rod channel in the forend was filled. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is gray with average rifling that shows some wear. Stock has been arsenal refinished and shows some normal handling marks. Underside of wrist has a sharp clear “circle P” cartouche. A nice antique American Krag rifle for your collection!
Adopted by the U.S. Army in 1892, the Krag-Jørgensen was America’s first standard-issue bolt-action repeating rifle. This 1894-dated Springfield Armory example, bearing the remarkably low Serial No. 764, represents one of the earliest production rifles from a design that served during the Spanish-American War and helped usher the U.S. military into the modern era.
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Civil War Smith Carbine: A Cavalry Favorite
Good condition original antique Civil War Smith breechloading cavalry carbine in .50 percussion caliber. This early example was manufactured by the Massachusetts Arms Company and is serial number 1171. Mechanically functions fine. Some of the frame screws are replacements. Metal finish is original blue showing some wear. The barrel latch has some heavy pitting. 21 ½” barrel has original sights. The rear sight leaf screw is missing. Bore is good with strong rifling and some oxidation and pitting. Forend and band are new made replacements. Stock has original finish and shows some wear, scratches, and handling marks. Left side of wrist has an inspector cartouche. A good representative example for your collection.
The Smith Breechloading Cavalry Carbine was one of the Union Army’s most successful cavalry firearms during the Civil War. Its innovative break-action breechloading design allowed mounted soldiers to reload much faster than traditional muzzleloaders. This early production example represents an important step in the evolution of military firearms technology.
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