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**FIRST PRODUCTION**Victorian British Army In India Pattern 1858 / 67 Bengal Light Cavalry Enfield Tower .656 Calibre, Smooth Bore, Percussion Carbine With 1858 Dated Action, Saddle Bar, Ring, Inlaid Stock Disc ‘J. Fort’. Sn 15270 - 15270
Enfield Pattern 1853 cavalry carbines were used by the British army In India. By 1866 the stock of Tower P 53’s became diminished and conditions in India called for another issue of smooth bore carbines resulting in production of the ‘Bengal Light Cavalry Carbine’ . The Tower made Enfield 'Bengal Native Cavalry Carbine' were sealed by the ordnance on 22nd February 1867, under order number 57/16/2224/2263. (see C H Roads page 113). The first production of 8000 Carbines used lock plates that were available from store, most if not all dated 1858. The 'Bengal Native Cavalry carbine' is smoothbore and .656 calibre. Known as the the P58-67 it has a two piece butt plate with 'chequering' between. This original Carbine has a two piece Butt Plate and 1858 dated lock which identifies it as a 'Bengal Native Cavalry Carbine’. The carbines were generally of superior quality to the P 53’s. This original Pattern 1858 / 67 Bengal Light Cavalry Carbine has the correct butt with brass edge caps and central exposed wood cross hatch chequering. It is in excellent condition throughout. It has all original walnut stock and original finish to the metal work. It has a heavy military percussion hammer and the lock plate is crisply stamped Crown VR (Victoria Regina) & 'Tower’ (Enfield) together with inspection mark and 1858 date indicating it was one of the first production Bengal light cavalry carbines. Its 21" barrel (37” overall) has a smooth bore which has staining and residue consistent with age. The top of the barrel is stamped with Victorian proof/inspection mark and number ‘53’. It has a fixed ‘v’ notch plate rear sight and block & blade fore sight. It has the correct under barrel captive swivel steel ramrod. The carbine also has brass fore end block & trigger guard. It is complete with correct steel saddle bar & ring. The stock is inlaid with brass disc stamped ‘J. Fort’ (most likely a Cavalry Station or armoury designation) and weapon number ‘230’. There is also an impressed Enfield roundel and faint impressed matching number ‘230’. It cocks & dry fires perfectly. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique percussion carbine no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 15270
£895.00

1887 Enfield WD MK IV Martini Henry .577 x.450 Obsolete Calibre Long Lever Service Rifle; Re- issued 1908 after service to British Army in India & 1 x Inert Deactivated Round. Sn 20855 - 20855
This is an excellent, original British WD MK IV 1887 dated .577x .450 UK obsolete calibre Martini Henry, long lever service rifle (see Chapter 13 of The Martini Henry For Queen & Empire by Aspinshaw). It has its original woodwork throughout. The wood has just light bumps and bruises consistent with age and service use. The wood has later 1908 Indian / Nepalese Government (Rau Pindi) RP Marks indicating Native troops use after British service. It has a block & blade fore sight, flip up graduated ladder rear sight, steel butt plate, sling swivels, steel cleaning rod & bayonet lug. The 32 ½” steel barrel’s bore is clean with crisp rifling (49 ½” overall). The barrel has WD inspection / proof marks. The metal work has even patina. The action works crisply. The action is stamped on the right side Crown VR (Victoria Regina) Enfield, ‘Mark IV I/2’ model designation and dated '1887'. A WD arrow is on the cocking indicator. The rifle comes with a single Inert Deactivated Round Of .577x450 Ammunition. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an Antique, obsolete calibre weapon, no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 20855
£1,575.00

**MATCHING NUMBERS**Brace Of Substantial Model 1798 Austrian Cavalry Officer’s 15 Bore Flintlock Pistols With Liege Proofs By Gottlieb Bentz & Regulation Brass Furniture. Sn 20616 - 20616
This is an excellent, large & heavy pair of Model 1798 Austrian Cavalry Officer’s 15 Bore Flintlock Pistols. Both pistols have 9 ¾” round steel barrels (each 17” overall length), original iron ram-rods and original Walnut one piece full stocks with blackened regulation brass furniture including cudgel butt caps with iron lanyard rings and brass muzzle block with cast blade foresight. The barrel’s smooth bores have staining and residue consistent with age and use. The lock plates of each pistol have matching numbers ‘853’. The pistols have other un-matching numbers and possible Regiment marks (all illustrated). Both barrels have Liege ‘ELG’ proofs and are signed by the maker ‘G (Gottlieb). Bentz’ (illustrated). The pistols have heavy military cocks. Their actions are strong. The price for this substantial pair of pistols in excellent condition and worthy of further research regarding their marks includes UK delivery. NB As antique flintlock pistols no licence is required to own them in the UK if retained as a part of a collection or display. Sn 20616
£2,245.00

Mid 19th Century Spanish Zelaieta (Basque Country) .700 Calibre Cavalry Belt Pistol With Correct Hinged Nipple protector & Captive Steel Ram Rod. Sn 23377 - 23377
An 1852 Model Spanish Cavalry Percussion Pistol. These pistols were carried by Spain's Cavalry during the Hispano Moroccan War (1859-1860) when somewhere in the region of 3000 Cavalry were deployed. One of the most notable features of this pistol is the distinctive and robust nipple protector which is spring loaded and can be swept forward out of the way when the hammer is at half position. The pistol is in very good condition with all original wood furniture which has just light bumps & bruises to be expected with age and use. The pistol has regulation brass fittings, correct nipple protector, belt bar and captive steel ram rod. The action plate is stamped with Crown above ‘Zelaieta’ (a common Basque place name for "field" (zelai + eta) in Spain, most notably referring to a neighbuorhood in Gautegiz Arteaga (Biscay) or as a local synonym for the town centre of Abadiño). The action plate also has ‘1852’ model detail and number ‘N56’. The model and number are repeated on the barrel. The metal & brass have several inspection marks (all illustrated). The 7 ¾” long barrel’s smooth bore is clean (13 ¾” overall length). The pistol cocks and dry fires with a strong action. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique percussion pistol no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 23377
£575.00

SOLD SOLD (07/04) **RARE**Large Frame, American Civil War Era Starr Arms Co New York 1856 Patent .44 Calibre Single Action Army Cap & Ball Revolver. Sn 23378 - 23378
This is an original American Starr 1856 Patent single action Army Revolver in .44 calibre. Starr produced double action revolvers used in the American Civil War until the U.S. Ordnance Department persuaded the Starr Arms Co. to create a single-action variant. The company eventually complied, and the Union acquired 25,000 of the single-action revolvers for $12 each between January 1862 and May 1863. This single action example has undamaged metal work and wood grip. It has an 8” round steel barrel (13 ½” overall length) and has a captive steel loading lever. The barrel’s bore is clean & has well defined rifling. The frame is crisply stamped with manufacturer and patent detail (illustrated in the images) and factory inspection marks. The weapon has a blade fore sight and notched hammer rear sight. The cylinder has serial number 23835. The action works crisply. This is a scarce American Civil War period revolver. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique percussion revolver no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as a part of a collection or display. Sn 23378
£0.00

**JOHN MANTON CONNECTIONS**QUALITY**C1830 Pair Of English William Jackson London 22 Bore Percussion Belt Pistols With Octagonal Damascus Steel Barrels & Belt Bars. Sn 23379 - 23379
The English gunmaker William Jackson worked for the famous English gunmaker John Manton from C1812 and succeeded to the business of George Jackson working at 15 Whitehart Yard, Drury Lane, London C1829 (see page 173 of British Gunmakers Vol 1 by Brown). This is an excellent pair of percussion traveling pistols by William Jackson made C1830. The pistols are in excellent undamaged condition with all original walnut grips which have chequered panels. Both grips are inset with void white metal escutcheons, 3 ¼” octagonal Damascus steel sighted barrels (8 ¾” overall), engraved foliate decorated trigger guards with extended tangs, actions, butt plates with hinged traps and elegant Dolphin hammers. The top barrel flat of each pistol are crisply signed by the manufacturer ‘W. Jackson London’. Each barrel has English black powder proofs. Both pistols are complete with their original captive steel ram rods, steel belt bars & safety bolts. The barrels of each pistol are clean & smoothbore. Their cocking & firing actions work crisply. The price for this pair of quality pistols includes UK delivery. NB as antique percussion weapons no licence is required to own these pistols in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 23379 (drawers office)
£1,495.00

1822-37 English W.F Mills High Holborn London 6 Shot 80 Bore Double Action Percussion Bar Hammer Pepperbox Revolver. Sn 23376 - 23376
William Mills was an English London based gunmaker recorded at 59 Judd Street Brunswick Square, in 1821 and 120 High Holborn 1822-37.William dies in 1837 and the company became W. Mills & Son 1837-43 ( see page 185 of British Gunmakers Vol.1 by Brown). This is an excellent pepperbox bar hammer revolver by Mills made at his High Holborn premises. The revolver measures 8” overall and the barrel cluster is 3 ¼” length. The action, bar hammer, steel frame, trigger guard and stepped steel butt plate with hinged trap retain their original blue finish & engraved with a foliate decoration. The barrel cluster is signed by the maker ‘W.F Mills High Holborn London’ (either William himself or his son. There are no other percussion era gunmakers named Mills listed in our books). The barrel cluster has English black powder proofs and the barrels are numbered 1 to 6. The action, behind the hammer has a sliding safety bolt which works correctly. The revolver has an undamaged finely chequered Walnut grip and an inlaid void white metal escutcheon. The barrel’s smooth bores are clean. It's double action only firing action works crisply. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique percussion pistol no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 23376 (drawers office)
£795.00

SOLD SOLD (15/04) C1840’s R. Kirkwood Miniature Percussion Saloon Pistol. Sn 23375 - 23375
This is a miniature percussion saloon pistol. It is a diminutive 5 ¾” overall length with a 3” octagonal steel barrel which is 3mm wide at the muzzle opening.rotection in the Victorian era. The smoothbore is clean. Its Breech tang has foliage scroll engraving. The steel action plate has matching engraving and maker name " R. Kirkwood" (we cannot find this man in our books on English, Irish & Scottish gunmakers). It has an ornate percussion hammer with matching engraving, polished, half stock woodwork with chequered fore end and pistol grip & steel trigger. The pistol’s action works crisply. The price for this pistol worthy of further research regarding the maker includes UK delivery. NB As an antique percussion pistol no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as a part of a collection or display. Sn 23375 (drawers office)
£0.00

SOLD SOLD (10/04) Post 1952 Cast Bronzed Resin British Royal Signals Signaller Figurine / Statue On Wood Plinth. MISC 2009 - MISC 2009
The Royal Corps of Signals (often simply known as the Royal Signals – abbreviated to R SIGNALS) is one of the combat support arms of the British Army. Signals units are among the first into action, providing the battlefield communications and information systems essential to all operations. Royal Signals units provide the full telecommunications infrastructure for the Army wherever they operate in the world. The Corps has its own engineers, logistics experts and systems operators to run radio and area networks in the field. This is a Cast Resin British Royal Signals Signaller Figurine / Statue On Wood Plinth. The Bronze colour statue depicts a Signaller in the field in full combat gear carrying an SA80 rifle and wired radio communications set. The terrain on which the Signaller is standing has the cast Queen’s Crown (Elizabeth II) above Mercury (the Roman God of messages/communication) Cap Badge of the Royal Corps of Signals. The figure on its oval wood plinth measures 12 ¼”x 7 ¼”x 5 ½”. The plinth has a felt base. The price includes UK delivery. MISC 2009 (on shelves corridor near hand bells)
£0.00

WW1 Era Brown Leather Holster For Swiss Luger Model 1900/ 1906 7.65mm Calibre Semi Automatic Grip Safety Pistols. Sn 23373 - 23373
Switzerland was the first nation to adopt the Luger in 1900. While early models were sourced from Mauser in Germany, production moved to Waffenfabrik Bern after WWI. The Model 1900 /06 & later Model 06/29 served as the primary Swiss sidearm through WWII until it was officially replaced by the SIG P210 in 1949. This an original WW1 era Swiss Officer's Leather Holster for Luger Model 1906 Pistols. The soft leather holster has a flap cover with retaining strap that has an eyelet which fastens to a brass lug on the body of the holster. The lid has a magazine carrier with flap cover and brass lug fastener. The rear of the holster has 2 leather tabs fitted with hanging rings for shoulder stap, belt loop and pouch for cleaning rod which has a flap cover & brass stud fastener. There are no visible date or maker marks on the holster. The leather is supple, clean & undamaged. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23373 NB The Model 1900/06 Luger illustrated in the images is for demonstration purposes only & is not included (holster in German holsters box)
£295.00

Boxed Blank Firing 1950’s Webley .22 (6mm) Blank Calibre ‘Sports Starting Pistol’ With Original 6 Round Magazine, Cleaning Brush & Illustrated Instruction Leaflet. Sn 23380 - 23380
The Webley Starting Pistol is a vintage firearm that holds a significant place in the history of starting pistols. Produced by the esteemed British manufacturer Webley & Scott, it was first introduced in the early 20th century and quickly became a popular choice for sporting events. It features a sleek design with a sturdy construction, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail for which Webley & Scott is renowned. The pistol’s frame is blued alloy and features brown undamaged chequered panel Webley signature plastic grips, providing both durability and aesthetic appeal. This starting pistol fires .22 (6mm) calibre blank cartridges, which produce a loud report and smoke when fired, creating a distinct signal for the commencement of races or other events. The reliability and loudness of the report made the Webley a preferred choice for many race officials and competitors. Although the Webley is primarily associated with sporting events, it also found its way into theatrical performances and historical re-enactments. Its realistic appearance and sound effects allowed it to effectively simulate the firing of a real firearm without the danger of live ammunition. This example dates from the 1950’s. Its loading & firing mechanisms work correctly. The metalwork is very good with only minor use related marks. The pistol comes with its original Webley labelled box, original illustrated instruction leaflet, 6 round magazine & wire cleaning brush. A nice collector’s item. The price includes UK delivery. NB as a top venting blank firer no licence is required to own this item in the UK. Sn 23380 (drawers office)
£125.00

C1800 – 1840’s Japanese Yori Doshi (Armour Piercing) Aikuchi (Dagger Without Tsuba), Scabbard & Kodjuka (Side Knife) & Expert Assessment. Sn 19377:7 - 19377:7
This Aikuchi has been assessed by UK Japanese sword expert Bill Tagg. A copy of his hand written notes and illustrations accompany the knife. In extracts from his notes he states “C1800 – 1840’s Japanese Yori Doshi (Armour Piercing) Aikuchi (Dagger Without Tsuba). This is an unsigned mumei piece. It is in bright condition but has lots of fine scratches which are obscuring the forging details. Can see an undulating notare hamon line with what looks like a nioi crystal edge. Grain is not visible needs a polish (professional) to see what its like. Saya is speckled black lacquer with dark Buffalo horn mounts & a sentoku-Do (brass with golden hue) Kodjuka side knife in fitted pocket. Unsigned blade, hilt decorated with copper & shakudo leaves good condition with a few marks and scratching. A simple tsuka hilt of brown speckled lacquer with line banding decoration & Buffalo horn fuchi & kashira. There is no sign of menuki hilt ornaments ever being fitted NB small bit of damage horn bottom mount. An attractive looking dagger”. In his illustrations of the blade he observes ‘ cutting edge 7” (length) Total length 9 ¾”, Sujikai right slant file marks (on tang), ridge line (blade spine) is iroi mune, mune is flat (tang)’. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 19377:7 (tanto box armoury floor)
£895.00
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