Here is a nice E. Whitney Pocket Model, Second Model, Second Type, .31 caliber cap and ball, five shot percussion revolver with 5 1/8" octagon barrel. It is marked "E. Whitney / N. Haven" on the top barrel flat and serial number 16310 on the barrel, cylinder and loading lever which are the only markings. It has seven groove rifling and the bore and cylinders are excellent.  The cylinder scene is about 80% and has the ship, shield and lion with "Whitneyville" banner.  There is a brass trigger guard.  The frame bluing has turned gray, the barrel retains about 25% and the loading lever and hammer have nearly all the case colors, about 90%.  The only detriment is that the well fit walnut grips do not have the matching serial number to the gun.  A nice example of a used Civil War private purchase revolver.  We have this priced at only $xxx.00. ... BUY NOW.   SOLD  

Size comparison to a Colt Navy

This is an unnamed and unmarked double barrel percussion pistol with old walnut grips and a nickel finish.  The serial number is 08622, the only marking on the gun.  The barrels twist 180 degrees for firing each chamber.  The make and model of this gun are unknown to me, however Frank Wesson had a similar design in the 1860's. The condition is fine as is the working order.  I have sold reproductions of this style of firearm, this one looks and feels like an original double derringer.  We have it priced at $xxx.00. ... BUY NOW.  SOLD

Top to Bottom ... A Special Order half round, half oct. 24" barrel Winchester 1873 rifle with case colored frame in .44-40 caliber.  There are some traces of color left, perhaps 15% but the gun has been overly cleaned and only about 50% blue remains on the barrel.  The side plates have what looks like an old reblue but the reverse sides show full case coloring.  The original buckhorn rifle sights are intact and a blade is on the front, action and bore are excellent.  Another special order feature is the button magazine.  This rifle was made in 1882, serial # 102945A, and it is classed as a third model. The 1873 still remains the classic gun that won the west and a must have piece for a western room or a Winchester Collection.  We have this Special Order one priced at $xxxx.00 ... BUY NOW.     SOLD

Middle ... Winchester Model 1873, Third Model in .38-40 caliber with standard 24" barrel.  This was manufactured in 1885, serial # 1816xxB and functions well and the bore is fine.  About 95% of an old refinish remains on entire gun.  The barrel logo is faint and there are some dings in the dark walnut stocks.  It is still a fine looking piece of our American heritage.  It will make a great Cowboy Companion or look super on a wall display.  We have this fine gun priced at $xxxx.00 .. BUY NOW.     SOLD

Bottom ... Winchester Model 1873, Third Model in .44-40 caliber with special order 26" octagon barrel and semi-fancy wood.  Nearly 100% remains of an old refinish to barrel, loading tube and frame.  A fine barrel address remains as well as sharp edges.  There is some visible pitting marks to be seen on the frame but does not detract from the guns' overall appearance.  The wood is fine with minor dings to old re-varnish. The bore is fine on serial #1866xxB.  This was manufactured in 1885 and remains a classic Western rifle that was said to have "Won The West."  Getting hard to find, this great collector or Cowboy gun is offered at $xxxx.00       SOLD

Frank Wesson Single Shot .32 Rim Fire Pistol known as 1870 Pocket Rifle with medium frame.  It has a 15" octagon barrel and is chambered in .32 Rim Fire and is serial numbered 608 on both frame and barrel. It is a brass frame with 75% or more heavy silver plating remaining.  This does not have the standard iron frame usual to this so named, second type, because of the external push button type half-cock.  The breech measures approximately 22/32".  The bottom of grip frame is cut for skeleton shoulder stock which is missing.  There is a manual ejector on right side of barrel breech.  Standard globe type front site and elongated rear, which is missing one attachment screw.  Bore is fine.  Rosewood grips are the norm but these appear to be walnut and in excellent condition but ding on top right slab.  In working condition with pleasant overall appearance but barrel edges have quite a number of dings and dents - now worn smooth.  These guns are interesting, quite collectable and fairly scarce.  This is an early and unusual one. ... $xxx.00.         SOLD

This 7 shot, .22 long, black powder cartridge, pocket revolver is classed as the 2nd model and marked "American Standard Tool Co. Newark N - J".      

American Standard Company succeeded in producing Manhattan Firearms with a limited line from 1868 - 1873.  This gun is almost identical to S & W No.1, second issue revolver except that the Manhattan has a cylinder stop mounted on bottom of frame.  Putting the two guns side by side will show the difference of the stops and also that the cylinder is longer.  To me the Manhattan seems to be a better firearms design and made as well or better.  The gun pictured is serial number 11768 and that matches the frame and roll engraved cylinder.  Engraving is about 50% worn and the cylinder stop bar is missing - gun functions well except for stop.  The two piece walnut grips are excellent with minor varnish wear.  The 3" octagon barrel and cylinder were once blued but are now polished with fairly sharp edges remaining but company marking is very faint - brass semi circle front sight blade is missing (an easy replacement).  Bore is excellent and hammer shows case color.  The brass frame is 97% heavy silver plate remaining with only small area of flaking on both sides of top frame strap.  Overall this gun is in excellent condition except where noted.  We have priced to ... $xxx.00.            SOLD

Burnside Carbine, 5th Model, designated by US War Department as Model of 1864 and so marked on top of frame.  The serial number of 2547 suggest manufacturing date for government issue in 1863.  This is a breech loading, lever operated carbine in .54 caliber.  There are two cartouches in ovals on left side of stock and "W" and "H" inspector mark on frame and lever and breech block.  Saddle ring on left frame and sling swivel on butt stock, a two position rear site is fitted to 21" round bbl.  The bore is excellent as are the markings, however, all of the metal has been polished bright.  The stocks are dark walnut and in very good condition with normal dings and marks that would be associated with use by a Civil War Cavalry Unit.  This gun was made in Providence, RI and the side plate is so marked.  With a nice bluing this Civil War historical arm would rate as fine to excellent.  Our price is $xxxx.00.     SOLD

Italian Copy of Colt 1860 .44 caliber black powder percussion revolver with brass frame and nickeled barrel and cylinder, all fully engraved.  The red felt lined walnut display case is excellent and has caps, balls, brass mould and powder flask.  All you need is the powder for loading and firing this authentic civil war reproduction revolver.  It is used but in like new condition and we priced it at just $xxx.00 ... SOLD.

Damascus Double Barrel 12 gauge Parker Brothers "C" grade shotgun but missing complete fore-end and has been shot in the wrist with a bullet and with a bad repair.  Otherwise it ain't bad!  At one time this was a top quality American Double gun.  Check the thumbnails to see the engraving and the stock work.  A dog is on either side with a covey of quail on the lower receiver.  The barrels are also a little bit short of original, 24 7/8" but finished well and the original bead sight in place.  So what we have is a Gunsmith's project of time and love or a bunch of Parker gun parts.  It has a skeleton butt plate with inside checkering and all of the working parts still in the action and frame.  It is in the 82,300 serial number range and the locking lug is marked 1 1/2.  The frame is marked "C" with the last patent date of Oct. 8, 1889 with serial # and "4" above.  The frame is gun metal gray with no visible pitting but shows definite use.  A jewel now turned to dull stone.  A rare straight stock, English Style, Parker.  Can it be restored?  With TLC, yes.  You can also refit with a nice set of fluid steel barrels, the damascus pattern is quite nice on the set now.  This could be a very nice hunting gun once again.  This whole wonderful project can be yours for only $xxx.00. ... BUY NOW.  Before the price goes up.    SOLD

By Norm Flayderman, 654 pages, 8 1/4" x 10 3/4", soft cover with over 4000 antique American Firearms, 1700 photos, histories of makers,  this is "the Bible of Antique Gun Collecting", copywrite 1998, New ... BUY NOW ... $xx.00.  SOLD