The Rusty Trunk LLC opens to "The Antique-Farm Implement-Tool Collectors" Estate Sale

Item #104 P. Stevens of Maastricht Beaumont Model M1871 Bolt Action Cartridge Rifle 11x54R This rifle was manufactured around 1876 With Serial # 667 , it’s an early manufacture. There is a Military stamp on the stock. It has a Functional bolt action mechanism with spring loaded cartridge for ammo. It’s a great military collector rifle. Cost: $1250.00

Item #101 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle A very nice example of a lever action .32 caliber Winchester carbine rifle. The model 1873 was known as the rifle that won the West. This rifle with serial number #637962B was manufactured in 1910 and will require a FFL clearance for the purchaser. The action is tight and is fully operational. The octagon barrel and the loading tube ad value and it’s got that old western look. A great addition to your collection. Cost: $3500.00

Item# 106 This is an Antique British made Isahapore Martini-Henri carbine rifle made for military use. This is serial #4025; These we’re made around the 1870’s It’s a .303 cal. Lever action load , single shot rifle. It appears to be mechanically and overall in good condition. It’s a great collector rifle. Cost: 1450.00

Item #102 Sharps and Hankins .52 carbine rifle This rifle is serial # 9432 Patented in 1859 Sharps & Hankins 1859 single shot, breech loading Navy Carbine. This Sharps and Hankins .52 caliber rim fire rifle, patented in 1859, originally came with a leather wrapped barrel, and was used by the Navy. When the trigger guard is pulled down the barrel moves forward in the frame to open the chamber for loading. This was one of the first breechloaders to use self-contained metal cartridges. This example appears to be complete with the exception of the leather barrel cover, and the barrel sight. The action functions as expected. The left side of receiver is marked "SHARPS PATENT 1859" The right side is marked "SHARPS & HANKINS PHILADA". The stock has wear but is solid. This is an interesting and good example piece of Naval firearms history. Cost: $1950.00

Item # 105 This is a French made rifle manufactured by D Armes St. Etienne from 1866-1874 This is Serial #15689. This Chassepot rifle of 1866 was a single shot bolt-action military rifle mainly used between 1870-1871 , and was among the best of it's kind in 1866. It was quickly surpassed, principally by the British Martini-Henry which was a cartridge breach load style rifle. So this M1866 was discontinued 1874. This rifle is military use stamped on the stock along with the serial number on the bolt action and the stock. Cost: $1250.00

Item#103 Colt manufactured Double Barrel 12 gauge Shotgun , with an highly engraved Damascus barrel A great example of a Colt break over shotgun. It was Manufactured between 1882-1895 and this example is in great condition. Serial # 6349. A beautiful example of art and function in American firearms history. Cost: $1585.00

Item #107 A Very nice antique model 1894 Lever action Winchester carbine in .38 caliber , with an highly sought after Octagon barrel. This rifle is serial #430828B and was made in 1898. It’s a great condition 100+ year old rifle and the mechanics of the rifle are very good. Highly sought after Lever Action Winchester. Cost: $4850.00

Item # 108 Antique Allen and Thurber Pepperbox Pistol This Allen and Thurber .32 caliber 6 shot Pepperbox pistol was manufactured around 1845. It is a box hammer percussion revolver pistol. Pepperbox pistols were so named because the front view of the weapon was so reminiscent of a Pepper Pot of the time being a circle of round holes. This example was made by Ethan Allen of Massachusetts. Allen developed his gun business by taking his brother-in-law Charles Thurber as his partner, and they moved the plant to Worcester, Mass. Ethan Allen applied for various patents, most notably early on for a "TUBE HAMMER" ignition system in 1837, which was renewed in 1845. This is a very nice example of this style of pistol. Price $1850

Item #113 Antique cap and Ball Percussion Pistol. These pistols were commonly used in the early to middle 1800’s. The octagon barrel brought form and beauty. Popular with travelers and gamblers alike, they were easily concealed in a pocket. They were also used to solve disputes in duals. This appears to be a .36 caliber, and appears to be functional. It’s a great example of an 1800’s antique cap and ball percussion pistol. Price. $750

Antique Remington Saw Tooth Pocket Derringer Very early production Remington Vest Pocket Pistol (aka Number 1 Saw Handle Derringer) .30 caliber Rimfire, with rosewood grips. The bore has a little pitting in it with strong rifling, grips are original rosewood. Manufactured between 1850 - 1860. This pistol seems to be mechanically sound and all original, which is impressive for an item that is at least 160+ years old. This is would be an excellent addition for someone that collects early Remington handguns. Price $850

Item #109 Rare Number 2 Antique Colt Derringer This is serial # 3129 of approximately 9000 pistols made between 1870 - 1890 This derringer is a single shot side breach style loader pocket derringer with a 2.5” barrel. It was popular with gamblers and business men. With its .41 caliber shot it was capable of stopping your opponent quickly. Knurled release latch on frame R.H.side, barrel pivots left for loading. Steel frame with foliate engraving on either side, steel barrel with bladed front sight, knurling on hammer is course style and split by a central groove to act as a rear sight, sheath trigger, wooden birdshead grips. Stamped on barrel with two-line Colt address. Price $1000

Item #110 Antique Allen and Thurber D. A. Bar Hammer Pistol This Allen and Thurber single shot derringer was manufactured from 1830 - 1835. It is an early production with serial #253. Several variations of these pistol exist, this has the sharp angle grip style. 2 inch barrel, .31 caliber smooth bore, single shot percussion cap fired. Metal is brite with scroll work on the frame and fine knurled barrel ribs with octagon barrel base, with hard wood grips. The hammer action works when the trigger is pulled. Makes a fine display of a gun over 180+ years old. Price $1550