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LOT 3015
Second Year Production Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle - Serial
no. 5349, 40-82 WCF cal., 26 inch octagon bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut
stock. Manufactured in 1887, the second year of the production. The Model 1886
with its reliable action and powerful cartridge offerings would have been a welcome companion
to any rancher or hunter in the American west. The top of the barrel is marked with the two-line address in front of the rear sight and the caliber marking at the breech. The upper right barrel flat is period stamped twice with “E.M. JONES”, who may have been a western retailer or a proud owner, and there is a “0” stamped on the
upper left. The two-line patent dates and serial number are on the lower tang. It is fitted with a Lyman beaded blade front sight, elevation adjustable notch rear sight, and a tang mounted peep sight. It is mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.
CONDITION: Good, showing mostly a smooth bright grey patina and silvered remnants of the original case colors with some scattered light pitting, having the appearance of a rifle that was used hard but well-cared for. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood shows similar signs of use with a few hairline cracks and the minor dings and scratches typical of a western working gun. Mechanically excellent. A rifle that would look right at home propped up against the fence post of a western ranch!
Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000
LOT 3016
Desirable Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Musket - Serial no. 367761B, 44 WCF cal., 30 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock.
Manufactured in 1890 as a third model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrations at the rear. The top of the barrel is marked with the two-
line address/King’s patent marking ahead of the rear sight and the caliber marking at the breech. The model designation is marked on the upper tang and
the serial number is on the lower, with the caliber designation repeated on the bottom of the cartridge elevator. It has the distinctive 30 inch barrel fitted with a block base blade front sight/bayonet lug and a military pattern folding ladder rear sight. It is mounted with the full length forearm that is retained with three barrel bands and a straight grip stock with sling swivels on the middle and the bottom of the buttstock, which is fitted with a trapdoor carbine buttplate. The left side of the buttstock has what appears to be a faintly carved script letter “A”, “H” or possibly initials.
CONDITION: Good, retains traces of the original blue finish with the balance having primarily thinned to a mottled grey-brown patina through years of service as a trusted longarm. The wood is also good showing the numerous minor dings, dents, carvings, and scratches scattered throughout telling the story of a working gun and possibly its original owner. Mechanically excellent. An honest gun that looks like it has stories to tell!
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
LOT 3018
Elaborate, Texas Made, Silver Mounted, Vintage Billy Royal Tooled Leather Western Show Saddle and Matching Tack - Likely made around the 1970s
LOT 3017
Documented El Paso Texas Shipped Colt First Generation Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter - Serial no. 204108, 44 WCF cal., 4 3/4 inch round bbl., blue/casehardened finish, hard rubber grips. Manufactured in 1907 with the standard two-line address on top of the barrel and Frontier Six Shooter marking on the left, two-line patent dates and Rampant Colt on the left of the frame, and matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap, with the assembly number “512” on the loading gate. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration, grips not listed, as well as shipment to Krakauer, Zork & Moye Co. in El Paso, Texas on 16 January 1901. CONDITION: Very good, retains strong traces of the original blue and casehardened finishes in sheltered areas with the balance mostly a smooth grey patina and a few scattered patches of very light surface pitting. The grips are fair with moderate wear and some minor dings. Mechanically needs adjustment. Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
by legendary Texas saddle maker, Billy Royal. The handmade “BILLY ROYAL/HAND MADE IN TEXAS” stamp is found on the lowest portion of each of the fenders, just below the hobble straps. The leather shows extensive intricate floral scroll tooling throughout which is accented with silver or German silver plates and conchos, all of which are finely engraved with floral scroll. The edges of the skirt and the rear edge of the cantle are woven with spiraling stainless steel band. The seat
measures approximately 14 3/4 inches. All of the including tack and the bit are similarly accented with matching plates and conchos. CONDITION: Very fine overall, generally showing some mild wear typical of use, giving it an attractively aged appearance overall. There is a minor tear in the right from of one of the skirt flaps. The silver shows generally an attractively aged appearance overall. A fine example of a desirable, vintage, Texas made saddle!
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750 17