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Lot 670: Lot of Two Flare Guns

Lot of Two Flare Guns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2008

Lot 670: Lot of Two Flare Guns

Lot of Two Flare Guns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2008

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Remington Mark III Flare Gun

Manufacturer: Remington Arms Inc
Model: Mk III
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 10
Barrel: 9 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 601
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 122
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Blue barrel, brass frame and smooth two piece grips. The top of the barrel is marked "MARK III" followed by "THE REMINGTON ARMS-UNION METALLIC CARTRIDGE CO. INC. / REMINGTON BRIDGEPORT WORKS-BRIDGEPORT CONNECTICUT. U.S.A.". Complete with an ordnance catalog of parts and equipment from the Ordnance Department, Washington D.C. ink stamp dated January 13, 1943 on the back. The catalog covers this model and the Harrington & Richardson M-5 (B in this lot).

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The barrel retains 95% of the original finish with some minor dings. The brass has an aged patina. The grips are very fine with a few minor dings on the right panel and overall a few minor handling marks.



B) U.S. Harrington & Richardson Very Pistol 10 Gauge M5 Flare Gun

Manufacturer: Harrington & Richardson Inc
Model: M5
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 10
Barrel:
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 601
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 122
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The top of the barrel is marked "PISTOL, VERY, 10 GAGE, M5 / HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON ARMS CO / WORCESTER, MASS. U.S.A." and the right side is marked "PAT PEND". The right side of the frame is marked "UNITED STATES / PROPERTY" over the crossed cannons marking and "155". "155" also appears on the left side of the barrel lug. The left side of the frame is marked "NOT INTERCHAGEABLE" over a stamped "BOL". Fitted with a one piece grip with checkered sides and back and lanyard ring on the butt.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The pistol retains 99% of the original blue with a few minor dings, some light spotting and crisp markings. The grips are excellent with a couple of minor dings and crisp checkering. Seldom found in this condition.



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