SOLD If you are not certain about the laws that govern the transportation of an item, contact a local office of the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. SOLD This is a decent representative sample of a very popular Civl War era boot pistol. Premier Auction 71 , Lots 101 and 102, September 2017. Very nice sporterized Springfield Armory 30-40 Krag rifle. I regularly ship them right to people's doorstep via UPS, with no "paper trail." Our Molding Technology Produces Mirror Perfect R For sale is an 1898 Carcano chambered in 7.9 Carcano. registration) plus a great investment. Antique Guns and Collectable Firearms | 1898andB-4.com Antique Guns and Collectable Firearms POSTING NEW ITEMS NOW! Good condition otherwise. Additionally, the items are not offered for sale in locations where such items are prohibited; please check for your local restrictions. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. Q: I saw a post that said that pre-1899s are considered modern firearms if they are chambered to fire ammunition that is available off-the-shelf. Show Only Non-Guns. designed to withstand the pressures of modern ammunition. characteristics. Bidders expect you to be truthful about your listing. items. Sorry, there are no results in your area. Unknown manufacture date but believed between 1850 and 1870. Could have been used in the Napoleonic Wars, the War of 1812, or perhaps the Texas Revolution. One shot per barrel. Walnut grips. Safe queen for years. Show Only Non-Guns. (For example,only low serial number Winchester Model 1894 lever actions are actually antique.) Everything appears to function although I have not test- Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to our Site, is subject to that website's own terms and policies. NICE BORE WITH ONE SMALL PITTED SPOT. Up to Colt standard. - To improve customer service Your information helps us to more effectively respond to your customer service requests and support needs. MAY 11. fired this pistol. In the event of a tie in both high bid and quantity, the first time any bid on this particular lot has been placed by the bidder will prevail. This includes failure of a buyer or seller to complete any transaction, the accuracy of any listing description, communication between users, or enforcement of any sale originated on the site, whether an auction listing or store listing. Missing nipples. Ethan Allen inline nipple percussion pistol. For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. Please browse through our antique handgun inventory below. The reserve price is not disclosed to bidders. Gun is in fair to good condition, but is complete and operational. This is a great example of a very hard-to-find rifle with all matching serial . Belgian Sea Service Flintlock Holster Pistol. Returned items must be fired this pistol. THU FEB 2, COLT 1911A1 US ARMY SERVICE PISTOL, 1940 PRODUCTION, CSR INSPECTED, SHIPPED 04/18/1940, 4TH PISTOL MADE IN THE 1940 CONTRACT! The metal surfaces of this Pre-29 series four-screw revolve BERETTA MODEL 950 MINX GRIPS 22 SHORT Early Model, PRE 1968, No Safety The Finest Quality Reproduction Urethane Grips. In this case the bidder is expected to accept whatever quantity remains. The seller may opt to auction more than 1 of any given item. By selecting an auction, the results for that auction will display the items and winning bidders. The legendary strength of its 3-rings-of-steel receiver paired with a hammer-forged barrel . This example remains in very good, very collectible condition with a nic We are offering for sale an antique Fowler Musket signed for JOAB HAPGOOD of Shrewsbury MA. Reserve price auctions are not available on Dutch Auctions! In the case of quantities greater than 1, slightly different information will be displayed on the bidding form. It is good practice to be responsive to bidder's questions and concerns. Caliber is 6.35mm (.25 caliber). Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Round Rod Bayonet Rifle made in 1891 - Serial No 521719 $1,195.00 NEW! Right pistol has the left trigger broken off goal for this site is to have satisfied customers who will come back The Buyer must return the item in the same condition as it was received. To Purchase, Sell, or Trade - contact me via e-mail: Gun magazine laws, concealed weapons laws, laws governing new made display guns, airsoft guns, blank fire guns, and other items vary greatly by nation, state and locality. 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So the bottom line is that with pre-1899s you are buying both privacy (the lack of a "paper trail" and probable exemption from future Antique guns for sale can vary in price from thousands to millions of dollars, so its important to work with a company you trust with your investment. My business philosophy is based on twenty-nine years of collecting experience are the typical Belgian proof marks. With 50% blue remaining $ With 50% blue remaining (#4827) All items come with a three day approval period (not applicable on foreign sales); if you are not satisfied with any item, return it within three days of receipt and your money will be refunded in full (minus original shipping costs, of course). AFTER 1898. Q: Would an antique serial number range gun be worth more than an otherwise identical gun made just a few years later? Antique Firearms defined by ATF Rules: "any firearm manufactured in or before 1898". click on the image . (A) any firearm (including any firearm with a matchlock, flintlock, percussion cap, or similar type of ignition system) manufactured in or been stored on this one side - as in a boot - in an environment where body salts were present. No visible markings. Civil War No chips, cracks, Radio Announcer and Dog Trainer Audio with Sounds and Music to engage Dogs for a hunt Pre game and to Relax Dogs and Calm After Hunt Radio Announcer Talks To Dogs and Plays Music t Torque Wrench Set for Firearms Maintenance.brbrFeatures br8 Piece Bit Set, Centerpoint youth recurve bow sentinel pre-teen blackbr Other Features Includes 2-26 fiberglass arrowsquiveradjustable pin sightarm guardfinger tab, G5 Pre-Season Montec 100 gr practice heads.brbrFeaturesPre-season heads fly and group the same as the MontecColor helps distinguish it from the hunting version. Sharing your personal information We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. SOLD VERY CHOICE GERMAN WWII byf 42 BLACK WIDOW LUGER PISTOL, VET BROUGHT BACK WAR TROPHY NAZI LUGER, MINT CRISP! click on the image below for additional images. Taylor's & Co/ Davide Pedersoli 1886 Boarbuster Mark II .45-70 NIB! Any user sending Spam to users of Antiqueguns.com will have their account suspended or terminated at the sole discretion of Antiqueguns.com, Defamation Be cautious of what you say about other users. Changes to this privacy policy Antique Guns has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. The Alaskan combines tradition wit Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun 10 ga Bore VG has some fine pitting, Mech Exc works well , Has original wood with original buttplate and no cracks or chips shows no abus Sharps Model 1874 Sporting Rifle 50 cal 50-70, Bore Exc, Mech Exc Wood is VG, The stock has a chip between the lockplate and the top tang and the forarm shows some wear and is numb We are offering for sale an Antique LONDON MADE Side by Side shotgun chambered in 12GA. SOLD SOLD, Smith & Wesson Model No.1 "Tip-Up" Second Issue (antique) Grid We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. circa mid-1890s (antique) Simply register as a Seller by completing the registration form and you are ready to go. or Any and all purchasers must be at least 21 years of age and must be legally permitted to acquire these items. Arms and Armor Identification Arms to Armor's Home Page a competent gunsmith before firing live ammo. We take great photographs and accurate descriptions. Iron lockplate, hammer, and barrel (may have been re-blued at some time), with some engraving; trigger-guard is REISSUE JULY 25. It must be shipped via common carrier, by GROUND ONLY. West German Walther P1 Military/Police - 9mm. It is marked on the barrel JAMES CONNING over MOBILE (two lines). Pristine bore. Excellent Smith & Wesson 44 Magnum Hand Ejector Revolver with Factory Presentation Case serial #S180318, 44 Magnum, 4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. phrase I could distill from these years of experience, it would be I am about 75% certain that all the - To administer a content, promotion, survey or other Site feature To send Users information they agreed to receive about topics we think will be of interest to them. a competent gunsmith before firing live ammo. Show Only Guns All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. Auction Results The results of items won in an auctions are displayed for a period of time on the main auction pages. Has mirror bright bore wit NO FFL Required. Model. Burgans 10 Gauge Double, Oakland CA. If you like to trade or sell, let us know God bless all our customers and your families! This stock is the style of Winchester mod. It is as nice inside as outside and is all original. My business philosophy is based on twenty-nine years of collecting experience and sixteen years in the field of Antique Guns. Some Buyers are no comfortable sending checks off to a person in another state, with any idea who they are. Light to moderate scattered pitting on cylinder and barrel; appears to have Winchester 1894 rifle, manufactured in 1908. For the time being at least, pre-1899 are completely EXEMPT from all federal laws. Serial number- 425379. Liquidating my Winchester collection. SHIPPING AMMUNITION: Ammunition can NOT be shipped via U.S. Post Office. Anthropology and Archaeology Sold as is; no warranty implied or given. Everything appears to function although I have not test- firearms dealer. NOTE: Please have any gun you intend to shoot checked thoroughly by carussell@arms2armor.com. Notifications sent by email may take longer than expected, and cannot be counted on to inform you of an item's status. There are no markings on the gun, with the We are always looking for original antique firearms. Dealer FFL Required sell quicklyespecially on the Internet. Q: Will the prices of pre-1899s continue to go up? The Glock 21 is known for being accurate and having less recoil than other .45 ACP handguns. Pair of Belgian-made Double Barrel Pistols, Percussion (antique) SOLD. These items are sold as "collector's items" only and It has a 5.5" threaded & shrouded barrel with matte black finish. 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"Bird's-head" butt, walnut grips. Click here for more information. 1898, S/N 399XX, .38 caliber, 5-shot, 6" barrel. Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. please contact me if you have any questions. We also welcome your comments, suggestions, compliments, and even beefs. Email me for pics. Q: How does the law on pre-1899 antiques and replicas actually read? This rifle is in great condition, considering it is more than 100 years old! Q: Does sporterizing or re-chambering an antique end its exemption? Antiqueguns.com was designed with you in mind, and a great many of our improvements are direct results of your input. Firearms for Sale or TradeAntique Guns - Small Arms - Old Gunsupdated January 24, 2005For Information Call (325) 247-2811For Credit Card Orders by Telephone Only,Call Toll-Free within the USA (866) 247-281110:00am to 6:00pm - Monday thru Saturday. Smith & Wesson Model No.1 "Tip-UP" Second Issue Revolver, .22 caliber rimfire, 7-shot. Remington, Smith & Wesson and Winchester, we will try our best The items remain viewable till midnight EST of that day, whereupon notifications are sent out to the winning bidders, with copies going to the seller. SOLD, Percussion Derringer, marked James Conning / Mobile (antique) American 180 22lr with 1 177 round drum Tuned by E&L $22,995.00 Auto Ordnance Auto Ordnance 1928A1 Thompson 45 acp $34,995.00 Browning Browning 1919 Sideplate gun chambered in .30-06 $26,995.00 Browning Browning Hipower Registered by HTA with Comp and Stock 9mm $119,000.00 Bushmaster Bushmaster M-16 Carbine 223 Registered Receiver Small Pin 80 JAN. 3. You can purchase online via: Thank You! When a bidders maximum price meets or exceeds the reserve price, the item's current bid is raised to the reserve price, and an indication is added to show the reserve price has been met. SPRINGFIELD.MASS. 5.56mm NATO . Item #S&W1864N1TU2I56, Smith & Wesson Model No.1 "Tip-Up" Third Issue (antique). Medium Frame Pocket Pistol (antique) 1970 1 Image (s) Smith & Wesson Pre 1898 .38 Single Shot Grips, Black Gun #: 956813819 Seller: GA_1143125 GA Sales: 1918 $35.00 Full Details 11 Image (s) SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 1898 Gun #: 960312160 Seller: Crown City GA Sales: 712 $599.00 Full Details More from this Seller Wont I have to fill out a Form 4473 "Pocket" Pistol, ~.22 caliber, circa early 1890s (antique) Flintlock New Land Pattern Pistol $2,100.00 FOR SALE Caliber: .65 Condition: VERY GOOD State: Queensland More Details. furniture is original with the exception of two screws - one holding the rear of the lockplate and the other holding the rear of the Antiqueguns.com has no other responsibility other than maintaining the bids, and providing the facility to hold the auctions. $450, Defender 89, Seven-Shot 52 Listings Found Page 1 of 2 1 . Terms of Purchase: Pre-paid in US funds, price plus shipping and insurance, either by bank-draft, money-order, or personal check (with personal checks items will be held until check clears; this normally takes about 10 days). Side by side shotguns of this era are highly collectable and our inventory changes frequently. The other user may be able to hold you responsible for your postings and comments! focus is on 18th and 19th century American Arms such as Colt, Marlin, However, we do take an active role in monitoring their conduct, and reserve the right to exclude any company or individual from access to our services if we determine their actions to be inappropriate. new stock. The usual practice is for the Buyer to send cashiers check for immediate shipment or with a personal check the Seller will usually hold the shipment until the check clears. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. wall-hanger. Missing numerous parts, in Smith & Wesson Model 1-1/2 second issue 32 caliber rimfire spur trigger revolver. Replicas of Antique Firearms Genealogy Artillery Model belonged to Elmer J. Weich (Musician) Bugler Spanish American War, 1873 Colt Single Action Army.45 caliber Revolver U.S. Martially Marked/ Roy Rogers Personal Gun, 1885 S.A. Army Colt .45 Caliber U.S. Calvary Revolver. Sold out Hot New. Could have been used in the Napoleonic Wars, the War of 1812, or perhaps the Texas Revolution. Could possibly the American Revolution, Civil War, and the Spanish-American War eras. sporterized, Marlin Buttplates: Models 340, 1898, 19, 21 & 26, 1898 Carcano Carbine Converted to 7.9 Carcano, HVA 1898 large ring Mauser, custom stock 270 Winchester, 1898 Krag Saddle Ring Carbine 30-40 Springfield 30 Army, Pre Ban German Sig Sauer P228 13 Round 9mm Magazines Pre 1994 Pre-Ban Made in Germany, PRE MODEL-30/ I-FRAME ,2"BBL,32LONG (CA-PPT-OK), Hunting Dog Pre Hunt and Post Hunt Audio 30 Minutes Try It, Centerpoint Youth Recurve Bow - Sentinel Pre-teen Black. Safety Hammerless, New Departure, (antique) She was the first vessel of the type to be built for the French Navy, which was a development from earlier unprotected cruisers like Milan.Unlike the earlier vessels, Sfax carried an armor deck that covered her propulsion machinery and ammunition magazines.Intended to be used as a commerce raider in the event of war with . visible. SOLD, Smith & Wesson 32 Double-Action Fourth Model (antique) Smith & Wesson Model No.1 "Tip-UP" Second Issue Revolver, .22 caliber rimfire, 7-shot. Gun collecting as we know it today in the United States truly arose in the 1950s, following World War II. Auction (2) Classified Ad (1000+), Search Full Text of Listings We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service. Typically that depends on the type of ammunition they use. Resultantly This includes firearms that use flintlocks, matchlocks or percussion caps for the ignition system. Not for sale outside the USA; must be 21 years of age, minimum. Low 4-digit serial number. Marlin Buttplates: Models 340, 1898, 19, 21 & 26 Approximately 5 1/8" X 1 3/4" The Finest Quality Reproduction Urethane ButtPlates. Item #BPD1850-70DB36BP, To Purchase, Sell, or Trade - contact me via e-mail: That is absolutely incorrect. a competent gunsmith before firing live ammo. Belgian Sea Service Flintlock Holster Pistol (antique) Remington Over/Under Type II "Derringer", manufactured circa 1888-1911, but this one is a low serial number indicating pre-1898 manufacture, so considered an antique; .41 caliber rimfire, 2-shot. i would like to add a little something here that may or may not help. Underside of barrel near the breech Front-loading Revolver - To improve our Site We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you. PAT.APR 3.55 JULY 5.59.DEC.16.50. About 80% to 90% original finish and appears to be fully operational. The letter that I posted came directly from the ATF Firearms Branch and is hence definitive and authoritative. Personal identification information We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the site, subscribe to the newsletter, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Very nice Husky in classic American caliber in the Modern Classic claro walnut stock. something over the phone or Internet, only to be disappointed. When they are found they will be removed. Please see our. Gun is not functional. No cracks in grips Featured Hand-Guns for Sale or Trade. Belgian Sea Service Flintlock Holster Pistol; .69 caliber; circa 1810-1840. (If the dealer gives you any grief and insists on the yellow form, a call to any ATF branch office will confirm this.) Good to very-good condition. manufactured circa 1880s. Scarce Colonial Issue Oval Bore Rifle $2,000.00 '+ Shipping' FOR SALE Caliber: .568 Condition: GOOD State: South Australia More Details. We provide Antique Guns and Collectible Firearms at fair prices. This is a beautiful little Baby Hammerless pocket revolver with original pearl grips. How we use collected information Antique Guns collects and uses Users personal information for the following purposes: - To personalize user experience We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site. (Sadly, registration looks inevitable within a few years unless there is a massive swing of the pendulum back toward a constitutional republic.) Not for sale outside the USA; must be 18 years of age, minimum. 69. made from 19th century iron and primitive steel alloys that were never I am pretty sure the stampings are original as they are consistent with stampings found on Conning swords. 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Top of barrel is stamped SMITH & WESSON Using Our Services By using our services as either a bidder or an auctioneer, it is assumed that you have read the guidelines provided here, and are expected to follow them. 3 Target .38-44 Large Frame Revolver - serial 1668, Original U.S. Civil War Colt M1860 Army Revolver with "US" Surcharge & Mixed Serial Numbers - Possible "Buffalo Soldier" Issue, Original Japanese Edo Period Matchlock Tanegashima Musket with Ball Trigger & Cherry Blossom Inlays, Original British Proofed U.S. Colt Model 1860 Army .44cal Percussion Revolver made in 1866 - Serial No. Fully restored, many custom features. Here is another Colt SAA 1st generation,1906 fully 100% master engraved by Jeff Flannery Engraving, in the rarest Cattle Brand style, with real ivory grips, 5 1/2" barrel,in 32WCF WINCHESTER 2ND MODEL 1890 22 SHORT LEVER ACTION RIFLE, 1893 MFG DATE, CASE COLORED FRAME, 24" OCTAGON BBL, EJECTORS, SINGLE TRIGGER, MEDIUM DARK WALNUT, STRAIGHT STOCK WITH CRESCEN Taylors & Company and Davide Pedersoli 1886 Boarbuster Mark II lever-action rifle in .45-70 Govt. When using BillPoint, I will send you an invoice - once we have agreed on the item(s) and total purchase amount(s) - by E-mail; using BidPay, We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. NOTE: Please have any gun you intend to shoot checked thoroughly by SOLD Additionally, Antiqueguns.com may suspend or terminate your user account if it deems appropriate. Colt 1st Generation SAA .32 WCF 7.5 Barrel c. 1904 w/Holster, Letter, Taylor's & Co 1892 Alaskan Black Takedown 16" Lever Action 357 Mag - NIB, Winchester Model 1887 10 ga Lever Action Shotgun, Antique LONDON FINE TWIST Side by Side Shotgun ~ 12Ga ~ 36" Barrels, Forehand & Wadsworth Model 1901 ~ .32 S&W ~ Top Break ~ NICKEL, JOAB HAPGOOD Percussion Fowler Rifle ~ .50 Cal ~ 36.5" Barrel ~ SHREWSBURY, MA HISTORY. This privacy policy does not cover the use of cookies by any advertisers. 65 / JULY 11. condition. 65. Tools & Accessories, Photographs NICE ORIGINAL TANG SIGHT. Antique firearms are difficult to find these days and usually Ammunition, Cartridges & Tools 11 BB Guns 1 Badges 8 This is a nice example with decoratively engraved lock plates and "London Fine Twist" barrel We are offering for sale a Forehand & Wadsworth Model 1901 top break revolver chambered in .32 s&w caliber. All antique firearms are sold as and not considered a "firearm" under Federal law. A: No. The only external marking on this pistol is a "Crown / O . Arms and Armor Identification FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ORDER PLEASE EMAIL: COWBOYRON@COWBOYCABIN.COMOR CALL 406 270-2842, View as This brand new Intratec TEC-DC9 is a semi-automatic pistol which fires the 9mm round. Safety Hammerless, New Departure, (antique) The legendary strength of its 3-rings-of-steel receiver paired with a hammer-forged barrel . Civil War We wish you the best of luck whether buying or selling. For sale is a Walther P38 Police Issue semi-automatic pistol in 9mm. Good condition except as noted. 70 classic. Engraved brass frame, originally silver plated but none remains; 3-1/2" barrel and cylinder originally pistols have the Belgian proof-mark ELG over Star (in an oval) on the left side of left barrel. This information is provided as a service to our users, and should be used as a guideline to determine the market for a given item, as well as to see whom you may be bidding against. If youre looking for that special gun, the one that is incredibly rare, its imperative to either be in the right network of collectors or turn to a firearms auction house. Show Only with Pictures Please note: No matter how nice these may appear, antique firearms are This Colt SAA Single Action Army revolver was shipped to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Company, Chicago, Illinois, December 12, 1904 (serial #261180), with one other gun. Every musket, rifle, display machine gun, machine gun parts set or gun sold by IMA, Inc is engineered to be inoperable according to guidelines provided by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF). Grow more valuable with every passing year. Many of my customers are commenting that they previously had no interest in "antique" guns, but now want one or more because they are paranoid about additional gun laws. 71. SuppliersBritish and Commonwealth Military Equipment. aka "Lemon Squeezer" These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. All Sellers will allow a three, (3) business day inspection period, unless stipulated otherwise in their auction. It is also well known that the South produced quite a number of Derringer The Python is back! It must be marked "ORM-D" and the carrier must be . Cartridge type, front-loading, .32 caliber, revolver, six-shot. In the event of a tie in the high bid, the bidder with the greatest number of items bid on will prevail. By definition, antique guns are those made in or before 1898, or replicas thereof, that use a primitive ignition system, or ammunition that is no longer commercially available. There is a full-length crack in the stock fore-end where a pin has been driven through. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, phone number. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. 19" threaded barrel finished in Bronze Cerakote (1:18" twist). Overall good The man I bought it from knew nothing about it except that it was left to him in a will (in Texas); he could not elaborate as to why and could not offer Excellent quality. BELONGED TO A COWBOY NEAR OUR RANCH G H PIEPER 32RF 28 OCTAGON RIFLE. 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