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LOT 193
Michigan National Guard Contract Remington-Lee Model 1899 Bolt Action Magazine Rifle - Serial no. 102038, 30 ARMY (30-40) cal.,
29 1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. These Michigan National Guard issued rifles are found in the 100001-102200 serial number
range, with 1,001 shipped in 1898 and 1,000 shipped in 1899, according to page 58 of “The Remington-Lee Rifle” by Eugene Myszkowski. The rifles
have an interesting history. It is known that the rifles remained in service during World War I as drill rifles for the Michigan Naval Militia. After the war, the rifles were given to veteran
organizations with some being sold to dealers while others were used by guards for the White Pine Copper Co. in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula during the labor strikes of the 1920s and 1930s. Blade
front sight and ladder rear sight, “30 U.S.A.” marked on top of the barrel ahead of the handguard, and the left side of the buttstock is stamped “688”, likely a rack number.
CONDITION: Fine, retains 50% original blue finish concentrated on the receiver and bolt with smooth brown patina on the balance, and some oxidation characteristic of use in northern Michigan. Stock is very good,
with dents and scratches, a small crack on top ahead of the buttplate, and defined edges. Part of the bolt head retaining lever is absent/cracked, otherwise mechanically functions.
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
LOT 192
Fine Remington-Keene Magazine Bolt Action Rifle in Desirable .45-70 - NSN, 45-70 Government cal., 24 1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. E.
Remington & Sons manufactured approximately 5,000 Keene magazine rifles in various configurations between 1880-1883, per “Flayderman’s Guide” (9th Edition,
5E-115 through 5E-119). This model was the first magazine fed rifle produced in quantity by Remington. A tubular magazine and carbine style forward barrel band
like those used on classic lever action saddle ring carbines and many shotguns is fitted below the barrel that is loaded using a loading gate at the bottom of the action much like standard
slide action shotguns. The hammer at the back of the bolt must be manually cocked for each shot. Production was limited in part due to competition with the Winchester-Hotchkiss rifles as well as the
Remington-Lee. They were used by the Indian Police and others in the West in the late 19th century. Features a straight grip stock and round barrel with fixed front and folding ladder rear sights. The bolt has
the E. Remington & Sons address and Keene patent markings, and the “45/70” caliber designation is marked on the left of the receiver.
CONDITION: Fine, retains 75% original blue finish with smooth brown patina and freckling on the balance, a few small patches of light pitting, isolated dings to the left of the rear sight, and defined markings and edges in the metal.
Stock is also fine, with some light dents and scratches, a few very minor small cracks, and defined edges. Mechanically functions.
Estimate: 3,500 - 5,500
LOT 191
Rare and Exceptional Remington-Keene Deluxe Bolt Action Sporting Rifle in Desirable .45-70 - NSN, 45-70 Government cal., 24 1/2 inch
part octagon bbl., blue finish, deluxe walnut stock. Offered here is an exceptional example of a rare deluxe Remingon-Keene sporting rifle featuring
a checkered pistol grip stock and part octagon barrel. E. Remington & Sons manufactured approximately 5,000 Keene magazine rifles in various
configurations between 1880-1883, per “Flayderman’s Guide” (9th Edition, 5E-115 through 5E-119). This model was the first magazine fed rifle produced
in quantity by Remington. A tubular magazine and carbine style forward barrel band like those used on classic lever action saddle ring carbines and
many shotguns is fitted below the barrel that is loaded using a loading gate at the bottom of the action much like standard slide action shotguns. The
hammer at the back of the bolt must be manually cocked for each shot. Production was
limited in part due to competition with the Winchester-Hotchkiss rifles as well as the
Remington-Lee. This deluxe carbine has the standard three-line markings on the bolt
with E. Remington & Sons address and patent dates, and the “45/70” caliber designation
is marked on the left of the receiver. Fixed blade front sight and folding ladder rear sight.
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with 90% of the original blue finish overall, some light
scratches, and the balance a mottled brown patina. The wood is very fine, with some
dings and scratches, and mostly crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Howard “Skip” Quade Collection.
Estimate: 5,000 - 7,500