Handgun or Knife

A fairly scarce .32 S&W 5-shot spur trigger single-action Model 2 (with short ejector rod housing) revolver. This one has about 70% of its original nickel finish, the finish shows signs of wear mostly on the cylinder and near the muzzle. This is a single-action-only model. The original S&W logo black gutta percha grip panels have slightly faded to brown but have fairly sharp checkering. They show no cracks or chips. Has a bright and well-defined bore, with just a bit of speckling. The action functions properly. A good representative example for any collection. Note that this revolver has a very low “first year” serial # 64X that adds to its value. (ENK-121)

A Uberti/Stoeger .44 percussion Model 1858 revolver. This is in like-new condition with just light handling  marks, in the matching number factory box. It appears to be unfired. Nice orginal factory wood grips. It features an 8-inch octagonal blued barrel. Caliber: 44 percussion. Serial # D9204X. Made circa 2008. Generally, Uberti revolvers are preferred over Piettas by practical shooters. American-made .45 Colt conversion cylinders are available via mail-order from a number of vendors for this Uberti model.  (KNS-112)

A desirable engraved Uberti/Stoeger .44 “Deluxe Ivory – Buffalo Bill” percussion Model 1858 revolver. This very good-looking revolver is in brand-new condition, in the matching number factory box. The box has one torn corner. It features an 8-inch octagonal blued barrel. Caliber: 44 percussion. It is all beautifully factory engraved from end to end. (See photos.) Has attractive faux ivory composition grips. Serial # WFC24X (The “WFC” in honor of William F. Cody.) Made in 2017. American-made .45 Colt conversion cylinders are available via mail-order from a number of vendors for this Uberti model. This is a limited-production gun that is already appreciating in value. (UIRG-189)

A quite nice nickel-plated Charles Clement Belgian copy of the Smith and Wesson .44 Double action Frontier revolver. Marked “For .44 Winchester Cartridge” on the rib, and “Belgium” on the side. Serial number 559X would indicate production somewhere around 1892. The action is a bit stiff, but mechanically this revolver is quite good, with just a slight wobble on the downstroke. The ejector works properly. The original lanyard ring is present at the butt. The bore is a bit pitted but the rifling is sharp. 90%+ of the original nickel finish is still present (see photos). The “CC” (Charles Clement ) logo checkered black gutta percha grips are in unusually nice condition with no chips or cracks.  It is chambered for the man-stopping .44-40 cartridge, so this would make a good practical Federally-exempt carry piece. (CFAE-415)

A fairly scarce .38 S&W 5-shot spur trigger single-action Model 2 (with short ejector rod housing) revolver. This one has about 50% of its original nickel finish. This is a single action-only model. The original S&W logo black gutta percha grip panels have faded to brown and have well-worn checkering but they show no cracks or chips. The bore has some pitting, but there is visible rifling. The action works well, but there is some wobble in the cylinder, as the hammer falls. A good representative example for any collection. Serial #1610X. (CPR-038)

A rare First Model S&W Model 1896 Hand Ejector in .32 S&W Long. This was one of Smith and Wesson’s earliest Hand Ejector swing-out cylinder revolvers. With this short-lived design, the cylinder is opened by pulling forward on the knurled ejector rod nub.  Has a 4″ barrel, and original factory black gutta percha grips. The original factory square-butt two-screw target grips have faded to a pleasant chocolate brown and have no chips or cracks.  Has the original patent markings stacked on the cylinder:

SMITH
&
WESSON
SPRINGFIELD
MASS.
U.S.A.
PATENTED
JULY 1.84
APRIL 9.89
MARCH 27.94
MAY 29.94
MAY 21.95
JULY 16.95

Serial # 279X. (Circa 1897.) This is an early-production example with the desirable three-screw sideplate.  Mechanically, this revolver works quite well in both single-action and double-action modes, with a tight lock-up. The ejector works perfectly. The bore is excellent. About 50% original blued finish. The hammer and trigger still show traces of color casehardening. (See photos, for details. ) Also included with this revolver is a period russet brown leather shoulder holster with a replacement canvas strap, that fits it well. (#IPLH-946)

A fairly scarce antique early-model Remington two-barrel Derringer chambered in .41 Remington Rimfire with a 3-inch barrel. The original blued finish has mostly faded to gray, but the finish looks pleasantly even and “honest”, with just minor handling scratches, and no pitting. The barrel latch lever still shows some original color case hardening. The round barrels are in nice shape and sharply-marked “REMINGTON ARMS Co. ILLION, NY.” on top of the barrel.  (This indicates that this pistol is “Pre-Model 95” and hence legally antique.  (It is noteworthy that most of the Remington Double Derringers are the Model 95 and legally modern. The Model 95 was produced up to the 1920s.) Has original Remington black gutta percha checkered grips with fairly sharp checkering, no cracks or chips, and very minor wear. The screw head looks unmolested. The bore has shallow rifling and just a little scattered shallow pits, so it looks quite shootable. The barrel latch works very nicely, with a fairly tight lock-up.  The hammer works perfectly in both the half-cock and full-cock positions. The ejector works properly. No visible serial number. Note: I have a small quantity of original Remington-made non-corrosive pre-World War 2-production copper-cased .41 Rimfire ammunition available separately, but only for the buyers of any of my Derringers. (EEIR-042)

A scarce antique early-model variant Hopkins & Allen XL single-shot Derringer chambered in .41 Remington Rimfire with a 2.5-inch barrel. The original heavy nickel finish (99%) is in exceptionally nice condition with just minor handling scratches. The hexagonal barrel is marked “XL DERRINGER” on top of the barrel and “Pat. APR 5, 1870” on one flat. These markings are sharp, so therefore this does not appear to be a re-nickeled pistol — but I cannot be certain of that. Original dark wood grips with very minor wear. The bore has shallow rifling and some pitting. It looks shootable. The side-swing barrel latch works very nicely, with tight lock-up.  Serial #16X.  This very low serial number means that it was made circa 1870. Note: I have a small quantity of original Remington-made pre-World War 2-production copper-cased .41 Rimfire ammunition available separately, but only for the buyers of any of my Derringers. (UUU-041)

A rare Smith & Wesson 2nd Model DA revolver, .38 caliber, with red mottled gutta percha grips. Serial #3557X. The revolver is in very good+  overall condition. Standard 3.5″  barrel. This revolver retains 60% original blue finish. The hammer and trigger show toned case color hardening. The grips are original mottled red checkered hard rubber and are in nearly excellent condition. The antique “red-grip” variant S&Ws are rare and collectible. (Red mottled grips were a special order feature, and only rarely seen.) The bore has good rifling but with some pitting. The action is crisp and the markings are sharp on this late production 2nd Model. The grips are in very nice condition with crisp checkering, but with some minor sun-fading on the right grip panel. Mechanically excellent.  (GBUR-136)

An unfired brass frame Pietta M1858 Remington replica .44 blackpowder revolver with 8″ octagonal barrel and squared-off target sight.  The Top of barrel is stamped “Connecticut Valley Arms”. (CVA) The frame is notched to accept detachable buttstock.  (Those stocks are widely available.) This variant has not been produced or imported by CVA for many years. This revolver has just a few handling marks and some slight brass toning. The grips show some nice grain. There are some light dents visible on the bottom of the grip. (See photos.) Otherwise, it is in like-new condition.  Appears unfired! This should make a great practical shooter or display piece. Pietta M1858s can be very accurate! Serial # R32767X makes it post-2000 production.  (PAA-890)

A scarce brass frame Pietta M1858 Remington replica .44 blackpowder revolver with 12.1″ octagonal barrel and squared-off target sights.  The frame is notched to accept detachable buttstock.  (Those are widely available.) This variant with the long barrel has not been produced or imported for many years, and they are much sought-after. This revolver has just few handling marks and slight  brass toning. (See photos.) Otherwise, it is in excellent condition.  This should make a great practical shooter or display piece. Pietta M1858s can be very accurate! (PGAS-888)

U.S. WWII Navy Deck Knife/Fighting Knife. Made under Navy contract by Western. In original russet brown leather sheath. These have become scarce and collectible in the 21st Century.  Often erroneously called “Shark Knives”, these were designed primarily for utility purposes by naval ship crews while on deck. Both the knife and sheath are in very good condition. (See photos.) (ZZZZ-048)

U.S. WWII Navy Deck Knife/Fighting Knife. Made under Navy contract by Robeson. In original russet brown leather sheath. These have become scarce and collectible in the 21st Century.  Often erroneously called “Shark Knives”, these were designed primarily for utility purposes by naval ship crews while on deck. Both the knife and sheath are in very good condition. (See photos.) (ZZZZ-027)

Discontinued new in factory box with papers, USA 2007 (Model#62132) Case XX Salmon Bone Baby Butter Bean Pen Blade Two Blade Folding Knife. The overall length (closed\folded) is 2.75” and the scales are made of salmon colored bone; one side of the scales has a plaque inscribed with the words “Case XX.” The blades are made of stainless steel and are different sizes. The larger blade is 2” in length and the smaller is 1.5.” This knife is a limited edition (1-3000) as is stamped on the larger blade. For a serious case collector looking for the discontinued productions this is a perfect choice!  (ZZZZ-042)

Pre 2004 USA Production, New in factory box with papers, (Model#165UH) Schrade Uncle Henry Prospector 9.5” Fixed Blade Skinning Knife. Attributes include a 4.5” drop point full tang blade with the words, “SCHRADE U.S.A. 165UH” stamped on the tang; brass crossguard, a brass bolster, and a three rivet staglon handle which has a plaque on one side stamped with the words, “Uncle Henry.” Knife also comes with a factory leather russet red sheath with brass snaps and an intergral pouch containing a white washita sharpening stone. This knife is a sturdy model, perfect for any excursions or simply for wearing around the house in, and desirable for Schrade collectors looking for the earlier models! (LWM-013)

Note: In July 2004, the year the company celebrated its 100th anniversary, the Schrade factory in Ellenville was closed. The Schrade name was purchased by Taylor Brands, LLC, who continue to manufacture products under the Schrade brand name as well as Old Timer, Uncle Henry, Imperial, and Smith &Wesson  knives. That production is now in mainland China.  Thus, the pre-2004 is high sought-after, by collectors.

Discontinued new in factory box Schrade Old Timer Sharp Finger (Model#152OT) 7.25” Fixed Blade Knife. Has a silver trailing point carbon steel 3.5” blade with full tang. On the tang “SCHRADE” is stamped on one side and “152OT” on the other side. The knife has saw cut Delrin dark brown and tan grips with lanyard hole and two rivets as well as a plaque inscribed with the words “Old Timer.” Knife also comes with a factory russet red leather sheath. Made in China under Schrade representative supervision, during Schrade’s early transition to Chinese production. This is a rare knife, and a real prize to any serious knife collector!  LSE-030

USA Classic Pre-2004 New in factory case, 6.75” (Model#SC509) Schrade Scrimshaw Little Finger Fixed Blade Sheath Knife. Attributes include a full tang, drop point 2.5” blade with “Schrade USA SC509” etched on tang, and “Shrade Scrimshaw” stamped on one side of the blade. Scales are made of Micarta Synthetic Ivory with a nickel silver bolster, and two rivets. On one side of the scales is a stamp depicting an eagle with a fish pinned in one of it’s talons. The knife comes in a new very dark brown leather factory sheath. (KCY-028)

Classic 1989 New in factory box with papers, Case XX, 2 and 3\4” two blade folding knife. Attributes include maple wood grips, two bolsters, three rivets, and plaque on the grips inscribed with the word, “Case.” Original knife wrapping paper has a couple rents in it. Box is in good condition. (AWP-020)

Classic, produced in the early 1980’s, New in Factory Box, 8.4” Vintage Smith and Wesson Fixed Blade Knife. Attributes include 4” 440 stainless steel blade with the words, “Smith and Wesson” stamped on the blade; brass guard, black rubber handle, and a lanyard hole. The knife also comes with a factory brown leather sheath with snap button.  The factory box is in decent shape for it’s age. This knife is a rare Made in USA vintage find — from before their production was sent offshore. That makes it a hot item for any serious Smith and Wesson collector!  (DJY-018)

A 1-of-500 Limited Edition, New in Factory Box with Papers, Case XX 5.5” Toothpick Small Gent’s Folder Knife. Features include nickel -plated bolsters mottled purple and white (“Purple Passion”) genuine Corelon synthetic scales.  On the blade is stamped the words, “Premier Edition 1-500, Purple Passion Corelon” and on the tang is stamped the words “Case XX.” On one side of the scales, there is a nickel -plated plaque inscribed with the word “Case.”  Another excellent choice for the serious Case collector! (TJM-016)

Classic Pre-2004 New in Factory Box Schrade Old Timer Fixed Bladed 10.4” Skinning Knife. Attributes include 6.5” full tang, stainless steel blade with “SCHRADE U.S.A. 150T” stamped on blade; dark reddish brown buffalo horn grips. with plaque on the grips, inscribed with the words “Old Timer”, and three rivets in the handle. The knife comes with a factory russet leather sheath. This is a large stout skinning knife that can also easily double as a fighting knife. A reliable tool to have in any situation!  (KLB-015)

Note: In July 2004, the year the company celebrated its 100th anniversary, the Schrade factory in Ellenville was closed. The Schrade name was purchased by Taylor Brands, LLC, who continue to manufacture products under the Schrade brand name as well as Old Timer, Uncle Henry, Imperial, and Smith &Wesson  knives. That production is now in mainland China.  Thus, the pre-2004 is high sought-after, by collectors.