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Rare Winchester “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 “1616xxx”, which dates it to manufacture in April 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. Metal finish is nice original gray parkerized showing a little normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Left side of stock has “W.R.A. G.H.D.” and “ordnance wheel” cartouches below the receiver. Underside of wrist has a “circle P” cartouche. A nice late Winchester M1 Garand that will make a fine addition to a collection.

Produced near the end of World War II, the Winchester “WIN-13” represents one of the final and most collectible variations of Winchester’s M1 Garand production. Its distinctive D28290WIN-13 drawing number appears on the receiver leg, identifying it as a late-war Winchester receiver. Learn more about Winchester Garands.

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Rare Luftwaffe “660” Mauser

Very good condition WWII German G.29(o) Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that has the Steyr “660” code on the receiver ring and dated 1939. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has Luftwaffe “eagle L” property stamp and two Waffenamts. Undersides of wrist and forend have Waffenamts. Underside of buttstock also has a matching serial number. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A rare Luftwaffe G.29(o) Mauser Rifle with matching numbers that will make an excellent addition to a collection!

Manufactured at Austria’s Steyr factory in 1939, this scarce G.29(ö)—also known as the G.12/34—was produced for German Luftwaffe service following the 1938 Anschluss. Production ended in late 1939 when Steyr transitioned to the standard K98k pattern. Its matching components and “660” maker code make this an especially desirable WWII collectible.

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The Shah’s Mauser: Persian 98/29

Fine condition Persian Model 98/29 Mosin Nagant Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that has a nice Persian lion crest on the receiver ring and BRNO factory markings in Farsi on the receiver side rail. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has all matching serial numbers including receiver, bolt, and stock. Metal finish is nice original blue showing very little wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has a sharp clear matching Farsi serial number. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A very nice Persian 98/29 Mauser with matching numbers!
Manufactured by Československá Zbrojovka Brno in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s, the Model 98/29 was produced under contract for the Persian Army. These elegant 8mm long rifles are celebrated for their excellent craftsmanship, Persian-script markings, and strong Mauser 98 action.

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The Civil War Revolver That Arrived Too Late

Very good condition original antique Civil War Rogers & Spencer Army Model Revolver in .44 percussion caliber. Mechanically functions fine and tight. One of only 5,000 produced and delivered in 1865. Gun has all matching serial numbers except the barrel, including frame, cylinder, loading lever, and grips. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. 7 ½” octagonal barrel has a bright excellent bore with strong rifling. Wood grips have original finish and a good tight fit with some normal handling marks. Left side grip has an inspector cartouche. A nice Rogers & Spencer Army Model Revolver that will make a fine addition to a collection.

Rogers & Spencer received a U.S. Army contract in November 1864 to manufacture 5,000 of these powerful .44-caliber, six-shot percussion revolvers. Deliveries began in January 1865, but the Civil War ended before the full order was completed. Despite their excellent construction, the revolvers were never issued for field service. Smithsonian National Museum of American History

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America’s Secret 1919 Springfield

Good condition US Model 1903 Mark I Springfield Rifle in .30-06 caliber that has Springfield Armory and model designation markings on the receiver. Rifle was designed for use with the Pedersen semi-auto conversion device and has the ejection port milled in the receiver side rail. Receiver is serial number 1084xxx, which dates it to manufacture in 1919. Barrel is marked “SA” for Springfield Armory and dated “5-19” for May 1919. Rifle is NOT import marked. Rifle has Remington “R” marked bolt and 03A3 rear sling swivel. Stock is correct Mark I with cutout for ejection port. Metal finish is original blued and parkerized showing some wear. Bore is fair, gray and pitted with good average rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Top of wrist has a small hairline behind the receiver tang. Rear of handguard has a small chip on the left side, in front of the rear sight. Left side of stock has correct “W.J.S.” inspector cartouche below the receiver, along with Raritan Arsenal “RA-P” rebuild cartouche. This area also has scratched initials. Underside of wrist has “circle P” cartouche and underside of buttstock has a small “P” stamp. A good example of a Model 1903 Mark I Springfield Rifle for your collection.
The U.S. Model 1903 Mark I Springfield was specially modified to accept the top-secret Pedersen Device. By replacing the standard bolt, a soldier could convert the rifle from a conventional .30-06 bolt action into a semi-automatic firearm using a 40-round magazine and a smaller .30-caliber cartridge. The war ended before the system could enter combat. Springfield Armory National Historic Site

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Norway’s Rare M59 F1 Sniper

Very good condition Norwegian Kongsberg M59 F1 Mauser sniper rifle in 7.62 NATO caliber that has the Kongsberg Arsenal “crown K” and model designation markings on the receiver ring. This rare and interesting rifle was produced using actions from leftover WWII German 98k Mauser Rifles. Rifle is serial number “USA0001” and is in correct original configuration including sights and scope rail. No optics. Rifle is NOT import marked and has matching serial numbers on the receiver and buttplate. Bolt is unnumbered. Metal finish is nice original gray parkerized showing a little normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Underside of buttstock is stamped “MADE IN NORWAY”. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A very rare Mauser variation that will make a fine advanced addition to a collection!

Introduced by Kongsberg Våpenfabrikk after World War II, the M59 was built around German Mauser 98 actions left in Norway following the occupation. The later M59 F1 was chambered in 7.62×51mm NATO and served as a precision rifle with Norway’s armed forces and Home Guard.

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Imperial Russia’s 1897 Dragoon Mosin

Very good condition antique Imperial Russian Model 1891 Mosin Nagant Rifle in 7.62 x 54r caliber that has Izhevsk Arsenal markings on the barrel and dated 1897. Rifle was captured and reissued by the Finns and has the Finnish army “boxed SA” property stamp on the left side of the barrel shank. Rifle is NOT import marked. Bolt was Finn renumbered to match the barrel. Floorplate does not match and buttplate is unnumbered. This is common and correct for Finnish Mosin Nagant rifles. Metal finish is Finn arsenal reblue showing some normal wear. Bore is good, bright with good rifling and some pitting. Has been counter bored at the muzzle. Finnish two-piece stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and Finnish sling hangers. A hard to find antique dated M91 Dragoon Rifle that will make a fine addition to a collection!

Manufactured at Russia’s Izhevsk Arsenal in 1897, this Model 1891 Dragoon was designed for mounted troops. It was shorter and lighter than the standard M1891 infantry rifle, making it easier to carry on horseback while retaining the powerful 7.62×54mmR cartridge.

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Finland’s Precision Mosin: M28/76

Very good condition Finnish Model 28/76 Mosin Nagant Rifle in 7.62 x 54r caliber that is marked “PSV” on the barrel and dated 1966. Converted from a late production Model 28-30 rifle. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has matching serial numbers on the barrel and bolt. Floorplate does not match, as is common. Rifle has original sights. The receiver aperture sight screw is missing. Metal finish is nice original blue showing a little normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has nice original finish and shows some normal handling marks. A scarce and desirable Finn M28/76 Mosin Nagant Rifle that will make an excellent addition to a collection and a great shooter!

The Finnish M28/76 was developed as a precision target and marksman rifle for 300-meter competition. Finnish armorers rebuilt earlier M28/30 and M28/57 rifles with specialized stocks, refined sights, and carefully fitted Mosin-Nagant actions.

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A Gew. 98 With Two German Histories

Very good condition WWI Imperial German GEW 98 Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that has Spandau Arsenal markings on the receiver and dated “1916/17” indicating the receiver was produced in 1916 and the rifle assembled or reworked in 1917. Rifle has the “Sterngewehr” star marking on the receiver indicating it was produced with subcontracted parts. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers except the handguard and ejector box/bolt stop. The handguard is an incorrect WWII German 98k laminated replacement. Rifle shows rare and desirable Saxon use with “crown FA” markings in the right side buttstock and on the buttplate. Also shows postwar Bavarian Freikorps use with an “EWB” brand in the right side buttstock. Receiver, bolt, and buttplate are original “in the white” with some gray and brown patina. Remaining metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is dark with average worn rifling and some pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock and undersides of wrist and forend have Imperial German proof mark cartouches. Underside of buttstock also has a matching serial number. An interesting GEW 98 that will make a fine addition to a collection!
Originally produced at the Imperial Arsenal at Spandau in 1916–1917, this Gewehr 98 represents Germany’s standard infantry rifle of World War I. Its rare markings connect it to both Saxon military service and Germany’s turbulent postwar era. The Crown/FA cypher is associated with King Frederick Augustus III of Saxony, while EWB identifies later use by the Einwohnerwehr Bayern, a Bavarian citizen-defense organization formed amid the Freikorps era.

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The Army’s Experimental Krag Bowie

Very good condition original pre WWI US Army experimental Krag bowie blade bayonet that is marked “US” on the right ricasso and dated 1900 on the left ricasso. Blade has original bright finish with some graying. Hilt has mostly brown patina with a little pitting. Wood grips have original finish and a good tight fit with some normal handling marks. Lock button functions fine. Fitted in correct original steel scabbard that has original blue finish with some turned brown, no dents. The swiveling belt loop works fine and is complete with original leather sleeve. A rare Krag bowie bayonet, with only about 2,000 produced, that will make a fine advanced addition to a collection!
In 1900, the U.S. Army developed this experimental Bowie-blade bayonet for the Krag-Jørgensen rifle. Its broad nine-inch clip-point blade allowed it to serve as both a fighting knife and a mounted bayonet. Approximately 2,000 were produced for field testing, with examples reportedly sent to troops in the Philippines and Cuba.

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Portugal’s Pre-War Mauser: The M/937

Fine 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 right down to the cleaning rod. Metal finish is nice original blue showing very little wear. Buttplate is original “in the white”. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks and dings. Right side buttstock and undersides of wrist and buttstock have sharp clear German Waffenamt cartouches. Underside of buttstock also has a matching serial number. Complete with original matching numbered cleaning rod. A nice Portuguese M/937 Mauser rifle that will make a fine addition to a collection.

In 1937, Portugal turned to Germany’s Mauser-Werke at Oberndorf for a new military rifle based on the famed Kar98k. The resulting Model 1937 (M/937) was part of Portugal’s major pre-WWII modernization program and was chambered in 7.92mm Mauser.

These early Portuguese-contract rifles are especially interesting because they preserve many features of pre-war German Mauser production while carrying distinctive Portuguese markings. Matching examples with a strong crest and attractive original stock make particularly impressive pieces of military history.

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Civil War Icon: U.S. Army-Issued Colt Model 1860

Good condition original Civil War US Army issue Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver in .44 percussion blackpowder caliber that is serial number 82xxx, which dates it to manufacture in 1862. Gun mechanically functions fine and has all matching serial numbers. The cylinder number is illegible. Various parts have government inspector letter proof marks. Three frame screws are new-made replacements. Metal has mostly brown patina. Barrel has some pitting. Bore is good with strong rifling and some pitting. Wood grip has original finish and shows some wear and handling marks. Has chips at the butt. Both sides have faint inspector cartouches. A good original Civil War US Army issue Colt 1860 Army Revolver for your collection.
Manufactured in 1862, this Colt Model 1860 Army represents one of the defining sidearms of the American Civil War. The Model 1860 was a six-shot, .44-caliber percussion revolver and became the primary handgun used by Union troops. More than 200,000 were produced between 1860 and 1873, with well over 120,000 acquired by the U.S. government.

Issued examples saw service with cavalry, infantry, artillery and other Union forces. This example’s 1862 manufacture date places it squarely in the Civil War era, when the Model 1860 was being supplied to U.S. troops in large numbers.

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Old West Legend Reborn: The New Original Henry

New in box Henry Model H011C lever action rifle in .45 Colt caliber. Mechanically perfect and unfired. New metal and wood finishes and new unfired bore. 24 ½” barrel. Nice classic reproduction Civil War-Old West era Henry lever action rifle that will make a great addition to a collection, a fun shooter, and work well for a reenactor!

The Henry Model H011C “New Original Henry” is a modern tribute to Benjamin Tyler Henry’s groundbreaking 1860 lever-action rifle. The original Henry gained fame during the Civil War and helped establish the lever-action design that would later become synonymous with the American West.

Chambered in .45 Colt, the H011C pairs classic styling with modern manufacture. It features a polished hardened-brass receiver, 24.5-inch octagonal barrel, fancy American walnut stock, folding ladder rear sight, and 13-round capacity.

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Only About 2,000 Made: The Rare Miller Conversion

Very good condition original antique Miller metallic cartridge conversion of a Civil War US Model 1861 Springfield Rifle Musket, in .58 rimfire caliber. Lock has Parkers’ Snow manufacturer markings and dated 1863. Mechanically complete and functions fine. Breech block has nice Miller’s patent markings. Metal finish is original “in the white” with some brown patina. Bore is good with strong rifling and some pitting. Stock has nice even finish and was probably light buffed. Shows some normal handling marks. Left side of stock has a repaired crack below the breech. There is a small repaired chip in front of the triggerguard. Complete with correct original ramrod. Only 2,000 Miller Conversions were produced. A nice, better than average example that will make an excellent addition to a collection!

This fascinating antique began life as a Civil War-era U.S. Model 1861 rifle-musket before being transformed by the Miller cartridge conversion system. From roughly 1865–1867, about 2,000 Model 1861 muskets were converted by the Meriden Manufacturing Company into breechloaders chambered for the .58 rimfire cartridge.

The conversion used a hinged breechblock fitted into the original barrel, allowing the old muzzleloader to accept metallic cartridges. Although the U.S. Army ultimately rejected the Miller system, records indicate that small numbers were used by New York and Maryland militia units—making surviving examples an unusual piece of the transition from Civil War muzzleloaders to cartridge rifles.

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Not Your Typical H&R: The Model 85 “Bridger”

Very good condition Harrington & Richardson Model 85 Bridger line throwing gun. Uses .45-70 Government blanks and mechanically functions fine. Receiver case colors are worn to brown patina. 14 ¼” barrel has original blue finish showing some wear. Smooth bore is good, mostly bright, with some pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Original rubber recoil pad is present. A hard to find, unique line throwing gun that will make a fine addition to a collection.

The Harrington & Richardson Model 85 Bridger belongs to the fascinating family of line-throwing guns designed to launch a lightweight line across distances where throwing it by hand was impossible. H&R became an important producer of these specialized guns, with line throwers serving maritime, rescue and military roles. U.S. Navy line-throwing guns were used for tasks such as passing lines between ships during underway replenishment and sending rescue or towing lines.

Rather than being developed as a conventional sporting arm, the line thrower was a working rescue and utility tool—making surviving examples an unusual part of American maritime and industrial history.

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The M39 That Came Decades After WWII**

Very good condition Finnish Model 1939 Mosin Nagant Rifle in 7.62 x 54r caliber that is a rare late date example, dated 1967 on the barrel. Reference indicates these late production rifles were made for officer shooting matches. Rifle was assembled using a repurposed receiver from a Russian M1891 rifle that was manufactured by Izhevsk Arsenal in 1898, and so qualifies as an antique, no FFL required to purchase. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has matching serial numbers on the barrel and bolt. Floorplate does not match and buttplate is unnumbered. This is common and correct for Finnish Mosin Nagant rifles. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A hard to find 1967-dated Finn M39 Mosin Nagant Rifle with a desirable antique receiver that will make a fine addition to a collection!

The Finnish Model 1939 (M39) was Finland’s final major refinement of the Mosin-Nagant system and earned a reputation for excellent accuracy and rugged construction. While most M39s date to the WWII era, small numbers were assembled again from existing parts during the late 1960s and early 1970s, including rifles dated 1967.

That makes this example especially interesting: it carries a late 1967 date but an antique receiver, reflecting the Finnish practice of building M39s around older receivers rather than manufacturing new ones. These late-production rifles were associated with military training and precision/target shooting rather than Finland’s WWII combat production.

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The Rifle That Began the Ottoman–Mauser Era

Good condition antique Ottoman (Turkish) Model 1887 Mauser Rifle in 9.5 x 60R caliber that has Oberndorf manufacturer markings (in Arabic) on the receiver and the Sultan Tughra crest on the barrel. Rifle is NOT import marked and has matching serial numbers on the receiver, barrel, and bolt body. Other bolt parts do not match. Mechanically functions fine including working magazine cutoff. Metal has been cleaned to the white with some pitting. Bore is good and bright with strong rifling and a little pitting. Stock has been refinished and shows some handling marks. Complete with a replaced cleaning rod. 270,000 Model 1887 Mauser Rifles were delivered to the Ottoman Empire, but very few survive today due to heavy use in the Balkan conflicts and WWI. A rare Mauser model that will make a fine addition to a collection!

The Ottoman Model 1887 Mauser marked the beginning of a major relationship between the Ottoman Empire and Germany’s Mauser firm. In 1887, the Ottoman government contracted for 500,000 rifles and 50,000 carbines, making this one of the most significant early Mauser military contracts.

Based closely on the German Model 1871/84 system, the M1887 used a tubular magazine and was chambered for the 9.5×60R black-powder cartridge. Surviving examples are especially recognizable by their distinctive Ottoman inscriptions, inspection markings and the tughra of Sultan Abdülhamid II.

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America’s Krag Era: An 1894 U.S. Model 1892/96

Very good condition antique US Model 1892/96 Krag Jorgensen Rifle in .30-40 Krag caliber that is marked “U.S. / 1894. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY. 218” on the receiver. Rifle was updated from Model 1892 configuration to Model 1896 configuration. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Buttplate has some pitting. Bore is good with strong rifling and a little dark. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Left side of wrist has a sharp clear 1896 dated “JSA” inspector cartouche. Underside of wrist has a sharp clear “circle P” cartouche and a few scratches letters. A nice antique American Krag rifle for your collection.

The Krag-Jørgensen represented a major leap forward for the U.S. military, becoming America’s first standard-issue smokeless-powder, small-bore repeating rifle. Adopted in the 1890s, its distinctive side-loading magazine made the Krag instantly recognizable and set it apart from other military rifles of the era.

This example is dated 1894, placing it among the early years of U.S. Krag production at Springfield Armory. Krag rifles would soon become closely associated with the Spanish-American War, seeing service in Cuba and other campaigns at the end of the 19th century.

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Brazil’s First Mauser Era: The Model 1894

Very good condition, as refinished antique Brazilian Model 1894 Mauser Rifle in 7mm Mauser (7 x 57) caliber that has a nice Brazilian crest on the receiver ring and Fabrique Nationale manufacturer markings on the receiver side rail. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Metal finish is nice looking reblue showing a little normal wear. Bore is dark gray with strong rifling and some pitting. Stock has been lightly refinished and has attractive color with a few normal handling marks. Left side of stock has a matching serial number below the receiver. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A nice example of a hard to find Brazilian FN Model 1894 Mauser Rifle with matching numbers!

Brazil adopted the Model 1894 Mauser as an early step toward modernizing its military rifles. Chambered in 7×57mm Mauser, the design was closely based on the highly influential Spanish Model 1893. Some Brazilian-contract rifles were manufactured in Belgium by Fabrique Nationale (FN) at Herstal, including examples bearing the Brazilian national crest.

These rifles became an important part of Brazil’s military history and were used during turbulent conflicts of the early Brazilian Republic. The M1894 eventually gave way to later Mauser designs, particularly the Brazilian Model 1908.

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Battlefield Survivor: The WWI German M16 Camo Helmet

Good condition original WWI Imperial German Model 1916 helmet. Shell has original period camo paint showing some normal wear, no dents. Has part of the original leather liner band present. No pads or chinstrap. Has one chinstrap bail present. Marked “Bell L 64” under the left ear for manufacture by Richard Lindenberg A.G., Remscheid-Haste in size 64. A nice original WWI German camo helmet for your collection.

Introduced during World War I, the German Model 1916 (M16) Stahlhelm replaced the traditional Pickelhaube and became one of the most recognizable helmet designs of the war. Its deep sides and extended neck guard offered soldiers greater protection from battlefield fragments.

This surviving example is especially striking with its period-style multicolor camouflage, giving it the unmistakable appearance associated with the final years of the Great War.

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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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PRE CIVIL WAR US MODEL 1855 PISTOL / CARBINE

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Before the Civil War: The Revolutionary Springfield Model 1855 Pistol Carbine That Was Ahead of Its Time!

Adopted in 1855, the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine was one of America’s most innovative military firearms before the Civil War. Manufactured at the Springfield Armory, it featured the revolutionary Maynard tape primer system, designed to speed up ignition by automatically feeding primers into place. Intended primarily for mounted troops, artillerymen, and specialized units, relatively few were produced, making surviving examples highly sought after today.

This 1856-dated Springfield example is especially desirable because it retains its matching numbered detachable shoulder stock, a feature often separated from the pistol over time. With its brass furniture, walnut stock, and unique convertible design, it represents an important step in the evolution of U.S. military small arms just before percussion firearms gave way to metallic cartridge technology.

The Pistol That Became a Carbine

This close-up highlights the business end of the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1856. Built during a period of rapid military innovation, the Model 1855 incorporated the advanced Maynard tape primer system, allowing faster ignition than earlier percussion arms. Although produced in limited numbers, it played an important role in the evolution of U.S. military firearms before the outbreak of the Civil War.

One of its most distinctive features was its detachable, matching-numbered shoulder stock, allowing troops to quickly convert the pistol into a compact shoulder-fired weapon. Surviving examples with their original matching stocks are increasingly difficult to find, making them especially desirable to collectors of early American military arms.

The Matching Shoulder Stock

The detachable shoulder stock was one of the defining features of the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, allowing soldiers to quickly convert the pistol into a compact shoulder-fired firearm. Manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1856, this innovative design provided mounted troops with greater accuracy and versatility at a time when military firearms were rapidly evolving.

Complete examples with their original matching-numbered shoulder stocks are significantly rarer than the pistols alone. Over the past 170 years, many stocks became separated from their pistols during military service or later civilian ownership, making matching sets especially desirable among collectors of early American military arms.

U.S. Springfield Marking

The “U.S. Springfield” marking identifies this firearm as having been produced at the renowned Springfield Armory, America’s primary federal arms manufacturer during the 19th century. Established in 1777, the armory supplied generations of U.S. soldiers with military firearms and became a center of innovation in American weapon design.

This 1856-produced Model 1855 Pistol Carbine represents one of Springfield Armory’s most advanced percussion firearms. Featuring the innovative Maynard tape primer system and interchangeable parts, it helped pave the way for the next generation of U.S. military arms on the eve of the Civil War.

The Revolutionary Maynard Primer

This close-up showcases the lock mechanism of the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, one of the most technologically advanced American military firearms of the 1850s. Produced at Springfield Armory in 1856, it featured the innovative Maynard tape primer system, designed to automatically feed percussion primers into place and speed up firing.

Although the Maynard system was a remarkable innovation, it proved less reliable in wet or harsh field conditions than expected. Even so, the Model 1855 marked an important milestone in U.S. firearms development and helped bridge the gap between traditional percussion arms and the more advanced military firearms that followed.

Precision in Every Pull

This close-up highlights the trigger and brass trigger guard of the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1856. Designed for mounted troops and artillerymen, the trigger mechanism provided a crisp, dependable release for the percussion lock. Combined with the innovative Maynard tape primer system, the Model 1855 represented one of the most advanced U.S. military firearms of the decade.

The heavy brass trigger guard not only protected the trigger from accidental discharge but also reflected the durability expected of military arms carried on horseback and in the field. More than 165 years later, original examples retaining their factory components remain prized pieces of early American firearms history.

The Stock Locking Ring

This close-up shows the buttcap and locking ring of the detachable shoulder stock used on the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine. Engineered at Springfield Armory, the locking system securely attached the stock to the pistol, allowing soldiers to quickly convert it into a compact shoulder-fired weapon for improved stability and accuracy.

The sturdy brass buttcap and iron locking ring reflect the high level of craftsmanship found on Springfield-made military arms. Original stocks retaining all of their locking hardware are increasingly scarce, making complete examples highly desirable among collectors of early U.S. martial firearms.

The Cavalry Sling Swivel

his close-up features the rear sling swivel mounted on the detachable shoulder stock of the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1856. The swivel allowed the firearm to be carried on a shoulder sling, making it easier for mounted troops, dragoons, and artillerymen to keep both hands free while riding or performing other duties.

Built with durable brass and iron fittings, the sling swivel was a small but essential component of the Model 1855’s practical military design. Original swivels and hardware are often missing or replaced on surviving examples, making complete, original stocks with intact fittings especially desirable to collectors of early U.S. martial firearms.

The Muzzle & Ramrod

This close-up showcases the muzzle and captive ramrod of the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1856. As a muzzle-loading percussion firearm, soldiers loaded black powder and a .58-caliber Minié ball through the barrel before using the ramrod to seat the projectile firmly against the powder charge. This process reflected the standard military loading method just before the Civil War.

The under-barrel swivel ramrod was designed to remain attached to the firearm, reducing the chance of losing it in combat or while mounted on horseback. Combined with the Model 1855’s innovative Maynard tape primer system, this pistol carbine represented one of the most advanced U.S. military firearms of its era.

The Grip That Served a Nation

This close-up highlights the walnut grip and brass buttcap of the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1856. The pistol’s distinctive curved grip was designed to provide a secure hold while firing on foot or horseback, while the sturdy brass buttcap protected the stock from hard military use. Built for durability, these pistols accompanied mounted troops during a period of rapid change in American military technology just before the Civil War.

The natural wear and handling marks visible on surviving examples tell part of each firearm’s story. Rather than diminishing their historical significance, honest service wear offers a tangible connection to the soldiers who carried these arms more than 165 years ago.

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