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Tribute to American Veterans Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location1201 W. Katella Ave, Orange, California, 92867, United States In Person PreviewPreview at Little John's Auction Service 1740 W. La Veta Ave., Orange, CA 92868 Tuesday thru Frida...

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Featuring: Bob Hope's Personal Collection, William A. Gary's Confederate Arms Collection as well as Arms from many other Fine Estates and Collections.
The William A. (Bill) Gary Collection was started before WWII and in nearly 80 years of active collecting he assembled an extensive and Premier Collection of Authentic Confederate Arms which are consigned by his estate. The majority of this collection is pictured in “Confederate Revolvers” authored by Gary who was recognized as the top author, expert and researcher in the Confederate Revolver Field.Other Consignors include: Robert (Bob) Allen Remington Pistol Collection, 3-World Class Volcanics from author & expert Dr. Stephen Rutter Collection and a special added presentation of the Bob Hope Collection gifted to him mostly by Service Members from WWII to Vietnam. Important Arms include a Civil War Cannon on carriage, Full Stock S. Hawken, boss 20 ga. Full Side lock Double Shotgun, Advanced Single-Actions beginning with #51 Unaltered “Pinch Frame”, Factory exhibition 1873 Winchester Carbine, “Minty” Stocked Borchardt Pistol, Fantastic inscribed and statue Hilt Civil War Sabre, A 1911-1911 A-1 Colt Collection beginning with 1st Contract Navy, A just discovered Custer Presented Bowie Knife, an Ultra Rare “Pedersen” Device and an authentic ¾ suit of Early 17th Century Armour.Also Arms by Purdey, Holland & Holland, W.C. Scott and Extensive European Arms from Wheelocks to Pinfires with Blunderbuss and Oddities, Smith & Wessons, Martials, WWII, Colts, Rugers, Sporting Arms, Edged Weapons from A-Z and over 100 Mid-Eastern Islamic and Oriental Arms in Session IV.

All items are as is, no warranty or claims and All SALES ARE FINAL. Please examine prior to bidding as it is the bidder's responsibilty to establish condition, age, genuineness, value or any other determinative factors.
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Scottish basket hilt back sword circa 1760s of the type carried by Dragoon’s during the French and 651 - Scottish basket hilt back sword circa 1760s of the type carried by Dragoon’s during the French and
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Scottish basket hilt back sword circa 1760s of the type carried by Dragoon’s during the French and Indian war era. This sword measures 41” overall
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Estimate : 3,000.00 - 6,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,000.00) = 3,000.00
 
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Pair of classic French silver mounted pistols converted from flintlock to percussion with ornate E652 - Pair of classic French silver mounted pistols converted from flintlock to percussion with ornate E
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Pair of classic French silver mounted pistols converted from flintlock to percussion with ornate Eagle head butts signed on the locks but not quite
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,200.00) = 2,200.00
 
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European swept hilt rapier circa late 16th to early 17th century showing 42 ¼” blade and nearly 48653 - European swept hilt rapier circa late 16th to early 17th century showing 42 ¼” blade and nearly 48
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European swept hilt rapier circa late 16th to early 17th century showing 42 ¼” blade and nearly 48” overall. The blade, hilt and pommel are a...
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,700.00) = 3,700.00
 
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French Gaulois Palm squeezer pistol in 8mm extra short rim fire by Mitrailleuse with original nic654 - French Gaulois Palm squeezer pistol in 8mm extra short rim fire by Mitrailleuse with original nic
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French Gaulois Palm squeezer pistol in 8mm extra short rim fire by Mitrailleuse with original nickel finish and engine turned decorative design in
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Double barrel over and under percussion pocket pistol signed “I. AD. Kuchenreuter” in silver on th655 - Double barrel over and under percussion pocket pistol signed “I. AD. Kuchenreuter” in silver on th
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Double barrel over and under percussion pocket pistol signed “I. AD. Kuchenreuter” in silver on the barrel with “In Regensburg” on the bottom barre
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Winchester Model 1885 High Wall lever action single shot rifle, breech end of barrel marked “Cal 4656 - Winchester Model 1885 High Wall lever action single shot rifle, breech end of barrel marked “Cal 4
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Winchester Model 1885 High Wall lever action single shot rifle, breech end of barrel marked “Cal 40-60 WINCHESTER”, 30” heavy octagon barrel, blue
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Colt Government Model 1911 semi-auto pistol, .45 cal., 5” barrel, nickel finish, extensively engra657 - Colt Government Model 1911 semi-auto pistol, .45 cal., 5” barrel, nickel finish, extensively engra
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Colt Government Model 1911 semi-auto pistol, .45 cal., 5” barrel, nickel finish, extensively engraved by Master engraver John Adams, Sr., beautiful
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Estimate : 3,500.00 - 7,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,900.00) = 2,900.00
 
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17th century German Morrian style black and white armor helmet retaining original ear flaps and le658 - 17th century German Morrian style black and white armor helmet retaining original ear flaps and le
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17th century German Morrian style black and white armor helmet retaining original ear flaps and leather strap. The helmet shows battle damage and r
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Estimate : 1,250.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Krieghoff Model KSS, 12 gauge single barrel trap shotgun showing 34” barrel and raised competition 659 - Krieghoff Model KSS, 12 gauge single barrel trap shotgun showing 34” barrel and raised competition
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Krieghoff Model KSS, 12 gauge single barrel trap shotgun showing 34” barrel and raised competition trap rib with screw in chokes remaining in very
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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Scottish Dress Dagger with brass sheath and side knife and fork set; jeweled pommel caps, matching 660 - Scottish Dress Dagger with brass sheath and side knife and fork set; jeweled pommel caps, matching
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Scottish Dress Dagger with brass sheath and side knife and fork set; jeweled pommel caps, matching carved wood grips with brass pin piercings, engr
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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