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Lot 3421: Four American Historical Foundation Vietnam War Commemorative Fi

Collector's Lot of Four American Historical Foundation Vietnam War Commemorative Firearms with Same Collector Issue Number

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 1, 2016

Lot 3421: Four American Historical Foundation Vietnam War Commemorative Fi

Collector's Lot of Four American Historical Foundation Vietnam War Commemorative Firearms with Same Collector Issue Number

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 1, 2016

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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A) Cased Federal Ordinance Inc. M14 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufacturer: Federal Ordnance Inc
Model: M 14-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62 Nato
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue/gold
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2079
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 183
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Standard markings and features of the commemorative. Complete with a glass top presentation case with a green velvet lining and commemorative plaque, Certificate of Authenticity, two keys, shipping cartons, test casing, cleaning kit in a green case, pair of white gloves, manual, and papers.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 99% plus original blue finish. Displaying mostly light handling marks and some slight loss of the gold enamel in the lettering. The wood is excellent with only light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent. Boxes are fair, with storage and handling wear.



B) Desirable Vietnam War Commemorative AR-15 Semi-Automatic Rifle in Oak Display Case and Shipping Box

Manufacturer: American Historical Foundation
Model: M16
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 223-5.56mm
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: black/gold
Grip:
Stock: composite
Item Views: 2079
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 183
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

This is an excellent example of an American Historical Society Commemorative rifle as manufactured by Bushmaster Firearms Inc. of Portland, Maine. It has gold highlighted markings and special features that commemorate the soldiers. Includes a longer hardwood display case with a plexiglass top and commemorative plaque, leather sling, magazine, papers, and shipping boxes.

Rating Definition:

As new in case with light collector type handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent. Boxes are good.



C) Savage Model 69 Series E Slide Action Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Savage Arms Corporation
Model: 69 Series E
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 20 1/4 inch round
Finish: blue/gold
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 2079
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 183
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Standard markings and features. Numbered 22 of 750. The chamber is 2 3/4 inches and the choke is improved cylinder. Length of pull is 12 inches. Complete with "US" marked shell carrier, leather sling, a glass topped display case, shipping boxes, and papers.

Rating Definition:

Near new in case with minimal light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is sealed in the original plastic. The boxes are fair with handling and storage wear.



D) Auto Ordnance1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Box

Manufacturer: Auto Ordnance Corp
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 2079
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 183
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Standard markings and features of the Vietnam War Commemorative. Includes a shipping box, inner box numbered to the gun, pair of white gloves, patch, and papers.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 99% of the original blue finish remaining showing some minor cycling wear on the front of the slide, areas of mild spotting, and general handling marks. The grips are excellent with light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The boxes are good with general storage and handling wear.



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