GUN FALL 2016
The live portion of this session begins on Tuesday, October 4, 2016.
SCARCE MASSACHUSETTS ARMS NAVY MODEL ADAMS REVOLVER.MASS ARMSADAMS NAVY34236Cal. 36. 6" oct bbl with Adams patent side loading rammer marked "Patent June 3, 1856" on right side of frame with "Massachusetts Arms Co." markings on top of frame. SN "342" on frame. 1-pc checkered walnut grips that are martially inspected with two U.S. Government cartouches visible, one on each side at bottom. Side mounting loading lever with "Kerr's Patent April 14, 1857", and has sub-inspector's markings "A" on lever and "T" on frame. A very uncommon U.S. Marshall revolver with only approximately 600 being procured by the U.S. Government. CONDITION: Fine overall, with very good bore and mechanics. Metal has lost most finish and is an even dove grey. Grips are quite fine with solid checkering, visible cartouches with slight nicks and scratches consistent with age. Grip screw is not present, but is not needed for holding grips in place. 51030-3 TDW (1,800-2,500)