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LOT 1305
Extremely Rare U.S. Springfield Model 1915 Bolo Bayonet
for U.S. Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle - Developed in the
early 20th century, the Model 1915 Bolo bayonet was one of the
U.S. Army’s attempts at a hybrid weapon that could reduce the loadout an
individual soldier had to carry into the field. Intended for use in jungle environments, the bolo could
serve as both a bayonet and a brush clearing tool. Though the daylight bayonet charge was becoming a
thing of the past, observers of World War I and the Russo-Japanese War noted
the rise of the night attack and its resultant brutal hand-to-hand combat;
the determination was made that a bayonet should be a fighting weapon
and nothing more, and all the odd ducks and promising experiments
were pulled from the field. Either destroyed or discarded as surplus, it is
believed that only about fifty Model 1915 Bolo bayonets remain. 20 3/4
inches overall, with a 15 5/8 inch blade marked “SA/(flaming bomb)/1916” on the left
ricasso and “US/5923” on the right. Walnut grip panels, with an “eagle beak” pommel and standard 1905 type locking hardware. Scabbard is absent.
CONDITION: Very good with scattered mild spotting and gray patina on the original bright polished blade, 50% of the original blue finish on the furniture showing smooth brown and
gray patina on the balance, distinct blade markings, and some light dings on the otherwise very good grips. This extremely rare U.S. Springfield Model 1915 Bolo bayonet is an immensely
desirable accessory to accompany a U.S. Model 1903 rifle!
Estimate: 4,500 - 6,500
LOT 1304
Exceptional Winchester Model 1897 Solid Frame Slide Action Riot Shotgun - Serial
no. C91809, 12 gauge, 20 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Manufactured in 1900, the
third year of production. Single brass front sight bead, with a solid frame. The action bar is roll-stamped
“-WINCHESTER/MODEL 1897-” in two lines, and the barrel is marked “12” and “FULL/CYL” along with the
Winchester address and patent dates on top. The serial number “C/91809” is roll-stamped across the
bottom of the receiver. Mounted with a 17-groove forend and smooth pistol grip stock with a smooth
steel buttplate. 2 3/4 inch chamber, 13 3/4” LOP.
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, retains 90% plus bright original blue finish with light cycling marks, some
light scratches, and sharp markings and edges in the metal overall. Wood is fine, with a re-oiled area
on the bottom of the buttstock, some scratches, and crisp defined forearm grooves and edges overall.
Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 1303
Excellent U.S. Springfield
Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle
with Accessories - Serial no. 620709,
30-06 cal., 24 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock.
Manufactured c. 1915-1916. This Springfield Model 1903 rifle features hooded
blade front and adjustable folding ladder rear sights, barrel marked “SA/flaming bomb/12-15”,
standard receiver markings, and slightly bent bolt. Smooth straight grip “S” stock with finger grooves, high hump
handguard with sighting channel, boxed “J.S.A.” inspection cartouche, circled script “P” at the wrist, single reinforcing bolt, and sharp checkered steel
trapdoor buttplate. Includes a Rock Island Arsenal brown leather sling dated 1915, a snap-on tan canvas receiver cover, and a tan canvas rifle case faintly dated “11-18” inside the flap.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% plus of the original blue finish, showing some light wear concentrated on the floorplate and buttplate, and some mild handling marks. The
magazine cut-off and safety retain 90% of the vivid original case color. The stock is also excellent, with some mild dings and scratches overall. Mechanically excellent. The sling
shows wear and cracking appropriate to age, and the canvas items show some stains and holes, with one of the snaps popped out on the receiver cover.
Estimate: 4,000 - 6,000
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