Very good condition WWII German K43 semi auto rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “duv 44” on the receiver side rail for manufacture by Berlin Lubecker in 1944. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Metal finish is original gray phosphate and blued showing some normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has a Waffenamt cartouche. Underside of wrist also has a Waffenamt. Underside of buttstock has a matching serial number and a Waffenamt. Phenolic resin handguard has no damage. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and front sight hood. Rifle comes with the rare original manual and spare that store in the butt trap. A nice K43 in original condition with matching numbers.

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Very good condition WWII German 98k Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “S/147” on the receiver ring for manufacture by and dated 1938. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers except the stock, buttplate, bayonet lug, and bolt parts other than the body and extractor. Handguard is unnumbered. Metal finish is nice original blue showing a little normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has “eagle H” and Waffenamt cartouches. Undersides of buttstock and wrist have Waffenamts. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and muzzle cover. A nice early war 98k for your collection.

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Very good condition WWII Japanese Type 99 Arisaka Rifle that was manufactured as part of the 2^nd Series by Nagoya Arsenal. Mum is partially ground. Rifle was converted to .30-06 caliber and reissued to South Korean troops during the Korean War. Marked “U.S. CAL. .30” on the receiver side rail and has correct notch in the receiver ring. This is an original Korean War conversion, NOT later “bubba” done. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers except the safety, including receiver, bolt body, extractor, and firing pin. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling and a few pits. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Underside of buttstock has two small sharp clear kanji character inspector proof marks. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A rare ROK .30-06 conversion T-99 rifle that will make a fine addition to a collection.

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Good condition antique Middle Eastern Miquelet flintlock cavalry carbine musket in .70 caliber. Mechanically functions fine. Metal is “in the white” with some gray and brown patina. Barrel has ornate designs. Gun measures 39 ½” long overall with a 29” barrel. Smooth bore is dark and pitted. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Nice brass plate decoration. Complete with ramrod. An interesting Middle Eastern flintlock musket that will make a fine addition to a collection.

 

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Very good condition antique French Mle 1873 Revolver in 11mm caliber that has St. Etienne Arsenal markings on the right side of the frame. Barrel has model designation marking and 1881 date. Gun is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Has an “anchor” marking on the butt, indicating naval or colonial use. Metal finish is original “in the white” with some gray and brown patina. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Checkered wood grips have original finish and a good tight fit. Original lanyard ring is present. A nice French Mle 1873 Revolver with matching numbers and a rare anchor marking.

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Very good condition original WWII Japanese army officer Type 19 court dress sword. 23” blade has original bright finish. Edge has a few small nicks near the tip. Brass hilt has original finish attractive patina. Guard has a sunburst design. Both sides of pommel have a dragonfly. Top of pommel also has a sunburst. Folding reverse guard works fine. Horn grip shows some normal handling marks, no damage. Also complete with original knot that has nicely age toned. Fitted in correct original leather scabbard that has brass throat and tip. Leather is supple with some normal wear. Stitching and staples are tight. Frog stud has a sunburst design. A rare Japanese Type 19 court army sword that will make a fine addition to a collection

 

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Very good condition Baker Gun Co. boxlock single barrel trap shotgun in 12 gauge that is a Sterling Grade example. Mechanically functions fine. Metal finish is nice original blue showing very little wear. 32” vent rib barrel has a fine bright bore with a little pitting. Stock has nice original finish and shows a few normal handling marks. Fitted with a Pachmayr rubber recoil pad. Wrist and forend have nice original checkering. A nice early Baker Gun Co. single barrel trap gun, manufactured from 1909-23. 

 

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Good condition WWII Romanian VZ 24 Mauser Sniper Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that has Czech BRNO factory markings on the receiver side rail. The “FR” prefix indicates Romanian contract. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has matching serial numbers including barrel, bolt body, and stock. Other bolt parts do not match. Scope bases are original. Has a postwar mount that is marked “MADE IN INDIA” and a postwar PECAR BERLIN 3x-7x Variable scope that has clear optics. One adjustment knob plastic cap is damaged. Rifle has arsenal reblue finish mostly worn to the white. Bore is fair, a little dark in the grooves but mostly bright, with worn average rifling. Stock has arsenal refinish and shows some handling marks. Left side of buttstock has a matching serial number. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and front sight guard. A hard to find VZ 24 Mauser sniper rifle that will make a great addition to a collection!

 

Very good condition original antique Civil War Perrin Model 1859 cartridge revolver in 12mm caliber. Mechanically functions fine and has matching numbers. Metal has mostly brown and gray patina. 5 5/8” barrel has a very good bright bore with strong rifling. Wood grip has original finish and shows some normal handling marks and a few small chips. Lanyard ring is missing. A classic, hard to find Perrin revolver that will make a fine addition to a collection!

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Very good condition original antique Civil War Perrin Model 1859 cartridge revolver in 12mm caliber. Mechanically functions fine and has matching numbers. Metal has mostly brown and gray patina. 5 5/8” barrel has a very good bright bore with strong rifling. Wood grip has original finish and shows some normal handling marks and a few small chips. Lanyard ring is missing. A classic, hard to find Perrin revolver that will make a fine addition to a collection!

 

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Very good condition original WWII US military M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine in .30 Carbine caliber. Manufactured by Inland, as marked on the receiver. Receiver is serial number 95xxx, early first production run. Gun is NOT import marked and has all Inland parts. Barrel dated “11-42” for November 1942. Early features including “S” flip-up rear sight, Type I dog leg hammer, Type I serrated magazine catch, and checkered push button safety. Metal finish is original parkerized showing some normal wear. The bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has an original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Early high wood over op rod. Marked “circle P” on back and “IO” inside. Bottom of grip has ordnance wheel. Folding stock works fine. Complete with correct original sling and oiler.  

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Very good condition original WWII Swedish M/41B Mauser Sniper Rifle in 6.5 x 55mm caliber. Originally manufactured as a Model 1896 rifle by Carl Gustafs in 1909, as marked on the receiver ring. Complete with original Ajack 4 x 90 scope that is dated 1942 and has nice original blue finish and clear optics. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has all matching serial numbers except the buttplate, stock, handguard, ejector box, and bands. Metal finish is nice original blue showing very little wear. The bore is good with strong rifling and some gray. Stock has an original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Underside of wrist has two Swedish crown proof marks and a “crown S” proof mark. Right side buttstock has an inlaid disc that is stamped “G M/41 B”. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and front sight hood. 

 

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Excellent condition Standard Manufacturing Co. DP-12 pump action 12-gauge shotgun. Mechanically excellent and features dual magazine tubes for a total capacity of 16 rounds. Fitted with factory reflex sight that needs new batteries, and canted flip-up iron sights. Also has a Klarus flashlight with a pressure pad on the foregrip. The light works fine. Excellent finish, black plastic stock, and excellent bores. Comes with factory box. 

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Good condition original WWI Imperial German Model 1915 Ersatz Pickelhaube Helmet. The metal body has nice original green paint showing some normal wear and many dents. The original cockades have heavy wear to the paint. The Prussian eagle Wappen on the front appears to be a replacement. Original leather chinstrap shows heavy wear. Original leather liner is soft and supple with some normal wear. The underside of the rear visor has some writing. Nice WWI German ersatz pickelhaube for your collection. 

 

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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. The metal finish is excellent, original blue. Breech block has vivid original case colors. The 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. The left side buttstock is stamped “H”. Complete with correct original cleaning rod.  

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Good condition antique German drilling combination rifle/shotgun that features two 16 gauge shotgun barrels over a .36 / 9mm caliber rifle barrel, probably 9.3 x 72r or 9.3 x 74r. Mechanically functions fine. Barrels are marked “CHRISTOPH FUNK IN SUHL” and “PRIMA KRUPPSCHER FLUSS-STAHL”. Locks and receiver have original bright finish and sharp clear relief engraving. 26 ¾” barrels have nice original blue finish. Original sights are present. Shotgun bores are good with some pitting. Rifle bore is good with some pitting and good rifling that shows some normal wear. Stock has been lightly buffed and has nice looking finish. Wrist has a repair, with replaced wood around the locks. Horn triggerguard has a repaired crack. Gun has original horn buttplate.  

 

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Very good condition original WWI Imperial German Navy gala dress fore & aft hat and epaulettes. Very good condition overall, complete with original storage boxes. Show some normal wear. Beautiful, high-quality construction. Hat is marked “Just” inside.  

 

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Good condition antique Boer War ZAR Model 1895 Mauser Carbine in 7mm Mauser (7 x 57) caliber that has DWM Berlin manufacturer markings on the receiver side rail. No receiver crest, which is correct. One of 2,000 delivered in 1897. Gun is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Captured by the British and has British proof marks on the receive, bolt, and barrel. Metal finish is original blue showing wear to brown patina. My body is gray with worn rifling. Stock has an original finish and shows some handling marks. The top wrist has an added sling ring. The left side of stock has a faint matching serial number below the receiver. Rear sight leaf screw and slider button are missing. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and leather sling.  

 

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Very good condition WWII German 98k Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is a late war Kriegsmodell with bands held by screws and made without a bayonet lug or bolt takedown washer. Rifle is marked “Mod. 98” on the receiver ring with code “bnz45” for manufacture by Steyr in 1945. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers except the bolt. Bolt is a correct late war “bnz” manufacturer in “T” prefix series but is mismatched. Metal finish is an original gray phosphate showing some normal wear. The bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Stock has an original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Buttstock has a few checking cracks. Forend tip has a repair under the front band. Right side buttstock has a Waffenamt. Complete with correct original cleaning rod.  

 

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Excellent condition original West German Eickhorn KCB-77 “AES U.S. M9” bayonet that is complete with original scabbard and Eickhorn plastic bag. Features an imbedded voltage indicator (to check if wire is electrified before cutting) and sharpening grit in scabbard. Excellent original metal finish and factory edge. Lock buttons function fine. Complete with lug slot insert. Scabbard is also excellent. Handle straps have a working snap. A hard-to-find bayonet that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

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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. The “43” is very faint. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers except the bolt and band spring. Handguards are unnumbered. Rear sight base screw is an incorrect replacement. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. The bore is good with strong rifling and some light oxidation and pitting, may clean better. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Undersides of wrist and buttstock and right-side buttstock each have a Waffenamt “WaA135” cartouche. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and front sight hood.  
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Excellent condition Persian Model 98/29 Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that has a sharp clear 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 excellent original blue showing very little wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Left side buttstock has stamped and red painted “118”. Right side buttstock has a sharp clear matching Farsi serial number.  Where history meets craftsmanship. 

 
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Good condition original WWI Imperial German Model 1916 helmet. Shell has nice original camo paint and a few dents. Maker marked “B.F.62” under the left ear for manufacture by F.C. Bellinger, Fulda, in size 62. Helmet has a reproduction chinstrap and is missing the liner.  

A relic that witnessed history. 

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Good condition WWII German 98k Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “S/243G” on the receiver ring for manufacture by Mauser Borsigwalde in 1935. This is the third rarest manufacturer/date code of 98k production, with only 7,671 produced. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers except the bolt. Metal finish is original blue showing some wear. Bore is poor, dark and pitted with worn average rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal wear and handling marks. Right side buttstock has “eagle H” and Waffenamt cartouches. Underside of buttstock has a faint matching serial number. Complete with correct original cleaning rod.   Hard to find. Impossible to ignore. 

 
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 Very good condition original antique Civil War Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver in .31 percussion caliber that is serial number 150xxx, which dates it to manufacture in 1859. Mechanically functions fine and has all matching serial numbers. Metal finish is original blue mostly worn to gray patina. 4” octagonal barrel has a very good bright bore with strong rifling and a little pitting. Wood grip has original finish and a good tight fit with a few normal handling marks and a few tiny toe chips. Carry a piece of American history. 

 

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Very good condition antique Norwegian Jarmann M28 Harpoon Rifle in 10.15 x 61r caliber. Manufactured by converting an antique M84 rifle, so no FFL required to purchase. Mechanically functions fine and has all matching serial numbers. 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. Left side of stock has a matching serial number below the receiver. Wrist has original checkering. Has original cast brass buttplate.  A rare tool from the age of ocean hunts. 

 

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Very good condition WWII Italian Model 1938 Carcano Cavalry Carbine in 6.5 x 52mm caliber. Not maker marked or dated, but the “SW” serial number prefix indicates manufacture by Gardone VT in 1943. Gun is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers including barrel and stock. Shows rare and desirable German use, with a Waffenamt “HZaJt3” cartouche in the underside of the buttstock, which is a depot marking. Metal finish is nice original blue showing very little wear. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling and a little pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some handling marks. Left side buttstock has a sharp clear matching serial number. Right side of stock has a chip by the receiver bridge. Folding bayonet functions fine. Complete with original two-piece cleaning rod set that stores in the butt trap.  Where two wartime histories meet. 

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Very good condition WWII US Model 1903 Springfield Rifle that was assembled by Sedgley for secondary issue. Manufactured using an early Rock Island Arsenal production receiver that is serial number 94xxx, which dates it to manufacture in 1907. Not considered safe to fire. Rifle has some aluminum die cast parts, and an early straight handle bolt. Barrel is unmarked except for “S in circle” on the left side of the rear sight sleeve. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong four groove rifling. Stock is correct Sedgley “front bolt” and has original finish with some normal handling marks. An American classic that stood the test of time. 

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Good condition original WWII German HJ Youth knife that is marked on the left ricasso with RZM code M7/27 for manufacture by Puma and dated 1940. Blade has nice bright finish and has been cleaned. Hilt has original bright finish with some gray patches and areas of pitting. Checkered black plastic grips have a good tight fit and no damage. Right side has nice enamel HJ diamond that does not have the correct “wiggle” and is probably a glued replacement, but is original. Fitted in correct original steel sheath that has mostly brown patina with a little original black paint remaining. Leather belt loop has a tear, and the handle strap has a missing tip with female snap. A small blade with a powerful past. 

 

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Very good condition original WWII US military Remington Model 11 semi auto 12 gauge shotgun that features a 26” barrel with a Cutts Compensator, used for aerial gunnery training. Serial number 705xxx, which is in the correct range. Marked “U.S.” and “flaming bomb” on the receiver and barrel, and “MILITARY FINISH” on the receiver. Mechanically functions fine. Metal finish is nice original blue showing a little normal wear. Bore is very good and bright. Stock has original finish and shows a few normal handling marks. Buttstock has a somewhat poor fit at the wrist. Right side of stock has a hairline crack behind the upper receiver tang. Left side buttstock has faint “ordnance wheel” and “FJA” cartouches. Built for duty. Remembered in history. 

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A rare Cold War-era innovation, the West German Eickhorn KCB-77 bayonet blends traditional combat design with modern engineering. Featuring an embedded voltage indicator for cutting electrified wire, this unique piece stands apart from standard M9-style bayonets. A true example of function meeting battlefield necessity.

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Very good condition WWII US military M1 Garand semi auto rifle in .30-06 caliber that was manufactured by Springfield Armory, as marked on the receiver. Receiver is serial number 255xxx, which dates it to manufacture in May 1941. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all Springfield parts. Barreldated “6-41” for June 1941. Rear sight is flush nut type. Op rod is uncut. Cylinder lock screw is single slot type. Rear handguard clip is grooved. Followerrod is a short fork, riveted type. Metal finish is original parkerized showing some normal wear. The bore is good with strong rifling and a little pitting. Stock has an original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Left side of stock has faint “S.A./G.H.S.” and ordnance wheel cartouches below the rear of the receiver. 

A true early-war American legend—where innovation met battlefield

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Very good condition WWII German 98k Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked with code “ax” on the receiver ring for manufacture by ERMA, and dated 1940. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. The metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. The bore is good, mostly bright, with good rifling and some pitting. Stock has an original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has “eagle H” and Waffenamt cartouches. The underside of the wrist also has a Waffenamt. The underside of buttstock has a matching serial number. Complete with correct original cleaning rod.

A scarce wartime Mauser—authentic, matching, and untouched by import marks.

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Very good condition original WWI Imperial German Model 1916 helmet. Shell has nice original period camo paint showing some normal wear. No dents. One liner rivet is absent. Maker marked “E.T.64” under the left ear for manufacture by Eisenhuttenwerke Thale in size 64. The original leather liner has two of the three pads present. Leather is supple with some normal wear. One pad has a “pillow” present. The other does not. Chinstrap is absent.  

 

From the trenches of the Great War—an authentic survivor with original wartime camo. 

 

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Fair too good condition original WWII Soviet Russian SVT 38 Tokarev Rifle bayonet that has the rare early 13 9/16” “long” blade. Metal has mostly brown patina with some pitting throughout. Wood grips have original finish and show some wear and dings; lock button is missing. Fitted in correct original steel scabbard that has original blue finish showing some wear and several small dents and dings. Complete part of the original leather belt loop.  

A scarce early-war Soviet blade—hard to find, even harder to replace. 

 

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Fine condition original antique Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II breechloading percussion cavalry carbine in .52 percussion caliber. Mechanically functions fine and clear markings. Frame and lock have strong original case colors. Butt plate has brown patina. 20” barrel has a nice original blue finish. The bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has an original finish and shows some normal handling marks. The left side of the wrist has two sharp clear inspector cartouches. 

A unique piece of Civil War ingenuity—built for speed, carried into battle. 

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Very good condition pre–WWII Japanese Type 38 Arisaka Rifle in 6.5 x 50mm caliber that was manufactured by Tokyo Arsenal without a series marking. Mum has been over stamped with a Tokyo Arsenal symbol, indicating it was sold out of Japanese military service. Rifle was supplied to Russian as war aid during WWI and made its way into Finnish service (Finland was part of Russia until 1917). Rifle comes with a letter from Post Rock Imports stating it was imported from Finland. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has all matching assembly numbers except the floorplate. Note that the rifle has the Finn-added floorplate catch retaining clip. The metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is dark with good rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Left side buttstock has some indistinct writing, looks like Finnish. The underside of buttstock has two sharp clear kanji character inspector proof mark cartouches. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and matching numbered dustcover.  

A cross-continental war story—Japanese steel with Finnish battlefield history. 

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Excellent condition Navy Arms reproduction Winchester Model 1866 lever action saddle ring carbine in .44-40 Winchester caliber. Mechanically excellent and comes with original factory box and 1976 dated receipt. Rifle was manufactured in 1976 and qualifies as a Curio & Relic. Excellent original blue metal finish. Brass receiver and butt plate. 18 ½” barrel has original sights. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has a nice original finish and no cracks or chips.  

 

A classic reborn—Old West style with collector-grade condition. 

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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 an original blue finish showing some normal wear. Butt plate is original “in the white” and has some dings. 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. The underside of buttstock also has a matching serial number. Complete with original nonmatching numbered cleaning rod and correct original leather sling. 

 

A beautifully preserved Mauser—where craftsmanship meets wartime history. 

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Good condition original antique Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver in .44 percussion caliber. Mechanically functions fine and tight. Serial number 79xxx, which dates it to manufacture in 1862. Gun has all matching serial numbers. Metal was refinished in silver plate long ago, which has an attractivepatina. 8” barrel has a good, mostly bright, bore with strong rifling and some pitting. Wood grip has been refinished and has a couple of cuts on the butt. The right side has a faint US military inspector cartouche. Comes with an original period leather holster that is in good condition. Leather is soft and supple with some wear and cracking and a few areas of damage. 

 

A true Civil War sidearm—carried, inspected, and built for battle. 

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Very good condition original WWII US military M1 helmet that is a wartime example with front seam and swivel bails. Shell has original paint showing some normal wear, no dents. Complete with original chinstrap. Complete with original USMC 2nd Pattern camouflage cover and Westinghouse manufactured liner. Liner has nice, original green paint. The suspension system is clean with light wear. Leather sweatbands and chinstrap are pliable. The camo cover shows some normal wear and staining and several small holes. Has an ink stamped “EGA” on the front, probably Korean War added.  

WWII U.S. M1 helmet featuring a 2nd pattern USMC camouflage cover and Westinghouse liner—an iconic setup used by Marines in the Pacific Theater. 

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World War I was one of the most significant conflicts in history, reshaping nations and modern warfare forever. In this 6-minute video, we break down how WWI began with a single event, how alliances pulled the world into war, what trench warfare was really like, and how new weapons changed combat. From the assassination that sparked it all to the global impact that followed, this is WWI explained in a clear, engaging, and educational way.

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German swords didn’t just evolve for battle—they evolved with history itself. From medieval warriors to WWII officers, these blades transformed from weapons of war into powerful symbols of rank, honor, and identity. This video walks through that evolution and what these swords truly represented across generations.

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WWII German G33/40 Mountain Carbine

Very good condition WWII German G.33/40 Mauser Mountain Carbine in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “dot” on the receiver ring for manufacture by BRNO in occupied Czechoslovakia and dated 1941. Gun 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 buffed and refinished. Underside of buttstock has a faint matching serial number. Right side buttstock has a faint Waffenamt. Complete with a replaced cleaning rod and correct original front sight hood. 

Own a rugged piece of Alpine warfare history—lightweight, battle-proven, and highly collectible.

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WWII 03A4 Springfield Sniper – Remington Original

Very good condition WWII US Model 03A4 Springfield Sniper Rifle in .30-06 caliber that was manufactured by Remington, as marked on the receiver. Receiver has correct offset serial markings. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all correct Remington parts. Barrel is dated “9-43” for September 1943. Correct winter triggerguard and correct cutout on bolt handle. Redfield scope mount and rings are original, but scope is an incorrect later Weaver J2.5. Scope has nice original blue finish and clear optics with a simple crosshair reticle. Rifle has nice arsenal reparkerized and reblued finishes showing a little normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. C stock has been lightly arsenal refinished. Left side of stock has “FJA”, ordnance wheel, and “RA” cartouches below the receiver. Underside of wrist has a “circle P” cartouche.  

A true American marksman’s legend—precision-built for WWII snipers and highly sought after by collectors.

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Imperial German Gendarmerie Short Sword – Erfurt 1900

Good condition original pre WWI Imperial German Gendarmerie short sword that is maker marked “P.D. LUNESCHLOSS SOLINGEN” on the left ricasso and has Erfurt Arsenal markings on the right ricasso. Dated 1900 on the spine. 23 ½” quillback/pipeback blade has original bright finish with some graying. Still has original leather washer at the base. Brass hilt has attractive patina. Guard has the Prussian eagle design. Sharkskin covered grip shows some wear and has tight wire wrap. The cypher on the right side is missing. Original leather finger loop is present. Fitted in correct original leather scabbard that has brass throat and tip. Leather shows some wear, tip has some dents. Marked “L.G.” on the throat for Landes Gendarmerie. Sword does not quite enter scabbard the whole way. 

A striking pre-WWI piece with rich history and craftsmanship—perfect for any serious collector.

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Civil War Enfield P1853 – LSM Marked 1863 Tower

Good condition original antique Civil War import British Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle-Musket in .577 percussion caliber. Lock is marked “TOWER” and dated 1865 with the British crown. Barrel has British export proof marks. This interesting rifle was used by the Louisiana State Militia, a black unit with white officers based in New Orleans that saw extensive, bloody service during Reconstruction, and is marked “LSM” on the triggerguard. Mechanically functions fine. Metal is “in the white” with a little scattered gray and brown patina. 39” barrel has original sights. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Stock has been sanded and refinished. Left side of stock has a hairline by the breech. Right side buttstock has a faint “BIRMINGHAM SMALL ARMS TRADE” cartouche. Complete with correct original ramrod and nipple protector. 

A battlefield-used classic with Confederate militia history—Tower 1863 marked and highly collectible.

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Antique Austrian Drilling – 6.5mm / 20 Gauge

Very good condition antique Austrian Drilling that features two 20 gauge shotgun barrels over a 6.5mm (unknown exact cartridge) caliber rifle barrel. Marked “VINZ. GAHLERT”  (maker) on the right barrel and “WEIPERT” (proof house) on the left barrel. Missing the extractor, otherwise mechanically functions fine. Receiver, locks, and triggerguard have brown and gray patina and beautiful original relief carving including various animals. 26 ½” barrels have original blue finish showing some wear. Features a folding buckhorn rear sight and a blade/bead front sight. Shotgun bores are good, bright with some pitting. Rifle bore is dark and pitted with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some wear and handling marks. Wrist and forend have original checkering. Features a compartment in the buttstock for cartridges. 

A versatile classic—rifle and shotgun in one elegant piece of history.

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WWI U.S. M1917 Helmet – 2nd Infantry Division, Named

Very good condition original WWI US Model 1917 helmet. Shell has original paint showing some normal wear and a few dents. Has original period painted 2^nd Infantry Division insignia on the front. Complete with original oilcloth liner that shows some normal wear, and also complete with partial original leather chinstrap. 

A scarce, battle-worn piece with unit insignia and personal history.

 

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Pre-WWI SMLE No.1 Mk I – Matching Sparkbrook 1906

Very good condition pre WWI British No. I MK I*** SMLE Enfield Rifle in .303 British caliber that was manufactured by Sparkbrook in 1906, as marked on the right side of the receiver socket. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers including receiver, barrel, bolt, and nosecap. Note that the “CR” serial number prefix indicates Irish use. Metal finish is nice original blue showing very little wear. Bore is very good with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has original brass unit marking disc that is stamped “L”. Rifle has the distinctive bolt head charger guide and is complete with original magazine cutoff. 

A true early Enfield classic with matching numbers and historic charm.

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WWII Wehrmanngewehr Mauser – Matching 8.15x46R

Very good condition pre WWII German Wehrmanngewehr Mauser Rifle in 8.15 x 46r caliber that was styled after the GEW 98. Rifle is marked “FLUSSTAHL” on the barrel and is NOT import marked. Gun has all matching serial numbers. Metal finish is nice original blue showing just a little wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has nice looking finish and may have been lightly buffed, shows some normal handling marks. Handguard tip has a repaired hairline crack. Right side buttstock has original inlaid .835 silver plaque that is engraved (in German), “The AUMA Shooting Club, Founded by Comrade Director Shooting King 1934/36”. Underside of wrist has an R. Fischer manufacturer/retailer brass plaque. Forend has a repaired duffle cut. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. 

 

Elegant training rifle with engraved silver plaque dated 1934—history meets craftsmanship.

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Antique Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol – Asa Waters 1838

Good condition original antique US Model 1836 flintlock pistol that was manufactured by Asa Waters of Middletown, Connecticut, in 1838, as marked on the lock. Mechanically functions fine. May have been converted to percussion and subsequently converted back to flintlock. Barrel has inspector markings. Metal is cleaned to the white, with some scattered gray and brown patina. Bore gauges at .57 caliber and has a dark pitted smooth bore. Stock has been sanded and refinished. Underside of forend has a crack. Right side of stock has a crack in front of the lock. Complete with original captive ramrod. 

A true early American military sidearm—timeless craftsmanship from the flintlock era.

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Model 1873 Trapdoor Cadet Bayonet w/ Scabbard – Rare

Very good condition original US Model 1873 Trapdoor Springfield cadet socket bayonet that is marked “US” on the blade flat. Bayonet has original blue finish showing some normal wear. Features a correct original 15” blade, shorter than the standard M1873 bayonet. Complete with working lock ring. Fitted in correct original scabbard. Steel body has original blue finish showing some normal wear, no dents. Leather throat tab and belt loop are soft and supple with light wear. Stitching is tight. 

 

A scarce piece of U.S. military history—hard to find in this condition.

 

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