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CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 98% original
blue finish on the barrels, traces of blue on the
triggerguard, and 30% original case colors on
the action with the balance a fine silver patina.
The metal shows a few scratches and some
minor spotting on the
barrels. The wood has a
few dings and scratches,
some thinned areas of
varnish, and mostly
crisp checkering.
Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 6,000 - 9,000
LOT 1517
Attractive Framed 1927 Peters Cartridge Co. Advertising
Calendar Featuring Art by Gustav Muss-Arnolt - Manufactured in
1927, calendars such as this were produced by all the major cartridge
and firearms companies in the early 20th century as an eye catching
advertisement which would gladly be hung by proprietors in hardware
stores and sporting goods stores around the nation. The artwork on
this example shows a pack of hunting beagles in a meadow with the
artists signature in the lower right. It also features the Peters trademark
and branding along with that of Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co., a large
Chicago distributor. The calendar page showing is for September. The
frame measures 31 1/2 inches by 18 5/8 inches overall.
CONDITION: Excellent, the print itself showing distinct text and imagery
as well as vibrant color. The print and calendar show very minimal
wear overall with a small fold crease near the bottom at the top of the
calendar portion. The frame is also excellent with very light handling/
storage wear. An excellent decor piece for a gun room or hunting lodge!
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
According to "L.C. Smith Shotguns" by Brophy, only 220
L.C. Smith Ideal Grade .410 Bore shotguns were produced.