Note: The Firearm below is a gift from a great friend and is in our private collection and NOT for sale. This Colt Single Action Army was tuned by the late, Great Bob Munden and is in wonderful condition! It's a joy to own such a historic firearm timed and tuned by the Fastest Gun Alive! Check out Bob's YouTube videos! He's outstanding!!! Thanks!

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WE NEED SOME INFO ON THE KNIFE BELOW. IT IS A VERY WELL DONE KNIFE BUT HAS NO MARKINGS ON IT WHATSOEVER. BLADE HAS BEEN CLEANED BUT DARK PATINA STILL EXISTS IN PLACES. IF YOU HAVE ANY IDEA EMAIL US AT tc1861@yahoo.com or ted.caldwell@comcast.net

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I.Hollis & Sons 12 gauge Double Barrel shotgun. I. Hollis & Sons was a gunmaker in London from about 1861 – 1915. In that time they made everything from quality sporting guns to cheaper export pieces. Damascus or “ Damascus twist ” barrels are older shotgun barrels that typically were made before 1900. Iron and steel ribbons were twisted and welded together. Damascus barrels are weaker than modern barrels and are not designed for the high gas pressures created by modern ammunition. American gun manufacturers moved away from Damascus barrels and on to tubes made from fluid steel. Around the 1880s, Damascus barrels became an object of the past. British gunmakers manufactured Damascus steel barrels through the early 1930s and this is an English shotgun. The shotgun is in really nice shape but someone had removed the firing pins, probably for safety, as it probably hung over the fireplace for display. The double barrel shotgun is nearly 48 inches long with 32 inch barrels. The bores show some corrosion from using black powder but are mostly shiny. The other finish of the barrels is a nice dark patina. The top of the rib between the barrels is marked with the makers name and DAMASCUS. THere are a couple of minor dents in the barrels. The back action locks work fine and are ornate (check out the pics!). The hammers and hammer screws are correct and original to the piece however the right hammer hesitates back but doesn't hold. The wood stocks are engraved/checkered and in pretty nice shape especially for a firearm that is over 100 years old! The forearm is missing the little, probably gutta percha, wedge at the end. The original gutta percha or plastic butt plate is still present. Overall a very nice looking shotgun! You'll have fun looking for the firing pins! These Hollis shotguns can go for some really substantial money but this one, missing the firing pins, is $350.00 and again, check out the pics!!!

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Here we have a new in the box SnapSafe Modular Vault for storing handguns and other valuables. This box is easy to operate key lock and has a 1500 lb test steel security cable to secure the box to a stationary item. This box is great for providing secure storage at home, on a nightstand, in the car or when traveling. 9 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 1 3/4. Inexpensive basic security for $22.00 Keeps your handguns away from the kids!

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tc Dug commando knife

Here we have a dug WW2 Fairbairn–Sykes type Commando knife which was produced in several patterns. This dug one should be about 11 1/2 inches long but about 1/8th inch of the tip is broken off so the blade is now 6 5/8ths incheds long. The blade width is just less than one inch. The steel crossguard is bent and the blade is rusty. The brass colored handle has many marks on it and you can see the mold marks on the grip and it is heavy.. I can see no marking at all on this piece but they may be obliterated because of the rust being in the ground for a long time. I have had this old knife about 50 years or better but it did not come with any history although it's probably a Vet pickup. The blade length looks to be the 1st variation but it more resembles the 2nd variation. Because of the success of the Fairbairn–Sykes knife in World War II and in the wars in Korea and Vietnam, many companies made their own versions of the F-S fighting knife so this is probably one of those. Probably a great story accompanies this knife but I am afraid that it's lost to time! Take a look! $195.00

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SOLD!!! tc Russel & Co. Double 12 ga barrel shotgun. The "Russell Arms Co." likely refers to a retailer or brand, not a single manufacturing company, that sold shotguns, possibly including double-barrel models. These types of firearms were often manufactured by major companies like Stevens, Savage, or Iver Johnson and then branded for sale through stores like Montgomery Ward or Sears. Specific historical details for a "Russell Arms Co." are scarce, but it is highly probable they were a seller of guns made by other manufacturers. One source says Russell Arms Co. guns were made by Joseph Cap and H. Pieper for Wiebusch & Hilger, New York City. At any rate it is a Belgium made shotgun from the late 1800's thru the early 1900's There is no way to accurately date this firearm so it has to go to a C&R holder or to a FFL for transfer. This old double barrel 12 ga shotgun is fairly tight but still has a small double wobble common in all these old guns. This old shotgun measures 46 1/2 inches long overall and has a 30 inch well patined barrel on the outside and moderate pitting down the tubes from black powder shooting. The hammers are a little wobbly as well but work as they should. One of the hammer screw heads is slightly larger than the other so one of these screws have been replace at some point. Both firing pins are intact and usable. The top break function works as it should. The forearm has some chipping to the wood along the top. The pistol grip buttstock is in good overall condition with a steel buttplate. The unusual thing about this reverse buttstock is that it has a 1873 Seated Liberty US Dime inletted into it! There is wear to the face of that dime so it's been there a long, long time! I have tried to show all the markings on this particular firearm for you to observe. I do not recommending firing these old shotguns unless you get the ok from a competent gunsmith. I would use light loads at best if the gunsmith says it's ok to fire. It would still make a nice wall hanger if you do not intend to shoot it. A relic of the old west coming to an end. Take a look at the pics! $xxx.00 with actual cost of shipping extra. Thanks for looking! Ted

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Here we have a set of 6 historical prints in sleeve and shipping packet entitled A COLLECTION OF COLT HISTORICAL PRINTS 1836 – 1873 and shows 6 prints of The Colt Texas Paterson 1836, Colt Walker 1847, Colt Wells Fargo 1848, Colt Navy 1851, Colt Army 1860 and the Colt Peacemaker 1873. This is a nice set and shows age but no wear. These prints were done in 1943. For the set $150.00

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tc officers militia sword

Here we have a model 1850/70 Militia Officers Sword with brass scabbard/plated mounts. This sword was popular with the various State Militias during the Civil War and beyond. There are no Fraternal markings on this sword which definitely means Militia. This particular sword was probably for a Militia Officer as the blade is partitally engraved with designs. Generally only officers could afford such trappings. The sword also comes in a brass scabbard with plated fitings. The sword blade measures 25 1/4 inches long while the brass scabbard measures longer at 29 1/4 usuable length. The difference in length could be that the sword was shortened for some reason but I find no evidence of that. It could also be that this is a replacement scabbard which is more feasable. There is one small "door" ding in the scabbard about 1/3rd way down the body from the throat to the drag but not bad at all. There are no makers markings on the blade that I can see. The blade shape is elipitical which is generally earlier as most later Militia swords had diamond shaped blades. The Knight's head pommel and bow tie cross guard are brass while the grip is fluted bone which is very nice and undamaged. The entire piece is scabbard measures 36 1/4 inches long. The frog stud is still with the upper scabbard mount and is nice and tight. This is an excellent condition and would make a wonderful addition to an early Militia or Civil War Display! $225.00

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tc-SET OF 4 STEEL AK47 MAGAZINES IN EAST GERMAN RAINDROP CAMO POUCH. Here we have a East German AK47 magazine rain drop camo pouch. Includes 4-30 round steel magazines but no cleaning kit. Great condition! $95.00

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SOLD Harrington & Richardson Young American Double Action in .32 S&W centerfire. 2 inch barrel.

This firearm is Serial Number 6221 on the butt under the grip. The Young American Double Action in .32, centerfire double action only revolver, 2" octagonal barrel, 5-shot fluted cylinder. Harrington & Richardson produced their Young America revolvers, including .32 caliber models, between 1884 and 1941. The specific model and variation will affect the exact production dates, with the first models being made for black powder cartridges and later models produced after 1904 to shoot smokeless powder. This one dates easily in the antique production range with the serial number of 6221 since H&R made about 1.5 million of the Young American revolvers. There is about 65% nickel finish remaining. Grips have a small chip on the bottom of each grip, probably from dropping as they are brittle even when new. The blackpowder bore is very good but not perfect still showing some shine and deep grooves. The double action works as it should. On Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Young American .32 revolvers, it is normal for the cylinder to have some rotational "play" or looseness when the action is at rest. The cylinder is designed to lock up tightly just before the hammer falls during the trigger pull. This is a common function of many older and budget-friendly double-action revolvers.

How cylinder lockup works:

At rest: With the trigger released, the cylinder is free to turn, and some side-to-side movement or "slop" is normal and not a sign of a defect. During the trigger pull: When the double-action trigger is squeezed, a part called the "hand" or "pawl" turns the cylinder to advance the next chamber. Final lockup: As the trigger pull is completed, a cylinder stop (or "bolt") engages a notch in the cylinder, locking it securely in perfect alignment with the barrel just as the hammer releases.

This is an ANTIQUE and can be shipped directly to you in most states. Adult signature required. Sold AS IS as an Antique ~ no guarantees, warranties, or liabilities for any actual usage. If any firearms are to be used for shooting purposes, a qualified gunsmith should inspect them first.

$95.00

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tc knuckle dusters

Here we have a probable late 19th century Knuckle Dusters which is refered to as "brass knuckles" of which they are know. These are made of Iron and pretty heavy. They were professionally cast and the cast mark is plainly visible. The interesting thing about these knucks is that the top ring is broken. The entire top is missing so I would like to know how that happened!!! The knucks exhibit excellent dark patina as does the break so this was done a long time ago. I have a fairly large hand and these knucks fit me well. There is a history here! I wish I knew what it was! For these old iron knucks $65.00

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TC Canik

Here we have a used but not abused Canik TP9 SFx pistol in a Dosco Sport Box hard case. The CANiK TP9 SFx 9mm, semi-automatic pistol features an integrated safety and comes standard with a smooth trigger take-up, crisp break, and short reset. It's cut for mounting a red dot, however if iron sights are your thing, the TP9 SFx has you covered with a high-visibility fiber optic front sight and blacked out rear sight for quick sight alignment and target acquisition. This pistol includes 2 magazines. They are the MEG-GAR 18 Plus 2 magazines for a total of 20 rounds each. This pistol is in the tan with black accents. It operates flawlessly and has a super bore. This is a nice one! No papers with it but it has a real nice Dosco Sport Box hard case with it. Take a look at the pics!!!

$549.99 MSRP New but ours is $395.00

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Unused Old Stock 1982 NRA Freedom Lighter. Supreme brand made in Korea. Never used! The National Rifle Association (NRA) was not founded until 1871, so there was no NRA commander in 1862. The NRA was formed by Union veterans William C. Church and George Wingate following the Civil War, out of concern for the poor marksmanship of their troops. Church, an editor of the Army and Navy Journal, and Captain Wingate aimed to create an organization to promote and encourage rifle shooting on a scientific basis. Union General Ambrose Burnside, who served during the Civil War, became the first president of the NRA in 1871. He served until 1872 when Church took over the presidency. Keith M. Gaffaney, Police officer, was the President of the NRA from 1981 to 1983. This would make a great addition to your National Rifle Association collection! $19.99 + $4.00 ground advantage shipping. Check out the pics!

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Here we have a small pen knife with pearl like plastic grips marked GRAND LODGE F & A M OF INDIANA 1949! The grips look white in the pics but they are more pearl like. In Indiana, the "Grand Lodge F&AM" refers to the governing body for Free & Accepted Masons, specifically the Grand Lodge of Indiana Free & Accepted Masons (F&AM). This Grand Lodge oversees all Masonic lodges within the state of Indiana. It was established in 1818 and has its offices located in Indianapolis. The Grand Lodge of Indiana also has a separate Prince Hall Grand Lodge, which is also a regular Masonic Grand Lodge within the state. The knife is in good aged condition with no cracks or breaks to the grip except for a tiny little crack that is hard to photograph but is shown in the pics. This 3 inch overall pen knive has two blades which are about 1 7/8ths and 1 1/2 inches long respectively. The blades could use a little cleaning but they have not been sharpened which is great! The bigger blade is marked ??? CHICAGO USA and if you recognize this maker let me know and I'll add it to the description. The blades and pins are nice and tight with no wobble what so ever! Nice collectible for a Mason Collector! Check out the pics!!! $45.00

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Here is a group of grapeshot and a pair of hot grapeshot tongs. These tongs were used to remove the hot grapeshot after forging. There are 5 grapeshot in this group with one being a solid lead ball. These balls measure from 3/4 inch in diameter to an inch and a half in diameter. The tongs are obviously blacksmith made and measure 16 1/4 inch long. For this set $75.00 Found mixed in with a large group of Civil War lead bullets and other dug stuff. Check out the pics!

Here we have 2 larger grapeshot that are too large for the tongs. These balls are 2 inches in diameter. One you can see the center seam and the other you can see how rough it was cast and a sprue mark on each end. Also found in a large group of dug stuff and bullets. For the pair $35.00 Check out the pics!

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Here are two Civil War Cavalry Sabers that were originally purchased from the renown Civil War Expert and Dealer Larry Hicklen who owns Middle Tennessee Civil War Relics in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Larry is a personal friend who I have known for many years and is a true gentleman and honest dealer. Here is saber No. 1

Here we have an all original Emerson & Silver Cavalry saber that exhibits age from the period. The blade is full length and unsharpened and un-nicked as it should be with the markings mostly there. The date of 186(1) has the last digit quite weak but it looks like a '1' to me but we are pricing it like a '4' as I am not sure. Emerson & Silver, a Trenton, NJ-based company, played a significant role during the Civil War by producing 27,060 Model 1860 cavalry sabers for the U.S. government, along with other swords, and operated from 1860 to 1865. Emerson & Silver swords are now highly sought-after by collectors due to their historical significance and relative rarity. This one has a great deal of the original leather grip wrapping and all of the grip wire. The hand guard has nice patina on it as well as the pommel cap which also has the inspectors initals on it. The handguard also has a few 'strikes' on it from an unknown source but very minor although there is a substantial crack in the handguard between the upper two branches on the front that you can see daylight through. The original scabbard is complete exhibiting a fairly nice patina complete with rings, drag and throat. The original blade washer is also present. The scabbard is essentially dent free except for a small dent on the obverse side of the scabbard down by the drag. This is a nice sword! $695.00 If you want a Civil War Saber that obviously saw action them this one is for you! Check out the pics!

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The Second saber here No. 2 is an Ames Saber dated 1863. The Ames Sword Company of Chicopee, Massachusetts delivered 5,000 Model 1860 Cavalry Sabers between September 29, 1859 and January 11, 1861 to the US Ordnance Department. Similar to the M1840 “Old Wrist Breaker”, but lighter, it was originally called the “New Pattern” M1860 Light Cavalry Saber. While it's impossible to pinpoint the exact number of Ames 1860 cavalry sabers manufactured specifically in 1863, it's estimated that Ames produced around 200,000 of these sabers during the Civil War, with other companies like Roby also contributing to the overall production. This one has weak Ames markings but they are there. The markings on the reverse ricasso are much better. The blade is full length as expected and looks to have been blued at one point. There are no noticible nicks on the blade albeit a little bit of roughness is edge and it has a full tip. Also the original scabbard has been nickeled which is an old trait of the Grand Army of the Republic Civil War Veterans group did when they hung them in their halls to pretty them up! The handguard and pommel cap are a nice reddish dark patina which a collector likes to see. The front of the hand grip top has a bend in it which was probably straightened out as they were often bent forward to catch the blade of an opponet. The grip has been replace and it looks fairly professional to me with full wire. The blade washer is lacking and the scabbard throat is also lacking. Take a look at the pics! For this one $600.00

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DS Springfield 1902 Sword

Here we have an early Springfield Model 1902 Army Sword and scabbard. The Springfield Model 1902 Army Officer's Saber, officially named "saber for all officers, Model 1902," was adopted on July 17, 1902, and designed as a replacement for the M-1860 Staff and Field Officers Sword. It's the current authorized saber for U.S. Army and Air Force officers. The M-1902 Officers Saber was designed and adopted as a replacement for the M-1860 Staff and Field Officers Sword, which was regarded as too light for slashing and not stiff enough for thrusting. The M-1902 Officers Saber was authorized in three different lengths and has been seen in five different signature patterns, two of which are quite scarce. Production began in 1903 and continued through 1918. A total of 5,735 M-1902 Officers Sabers were produced at the Springfield Armory. The M-1902 was also widely produced for the Army and military schools by many civilian contractors and are generally much less sought after. Several contractors made this sword after the Springfield armory contract. This sword had an ornate 31 1/4 inch blade which has had the tip reshaped for some reason. I believe a bit of the tip was broken off. The blade itself is ornately engraved and is so shiny that it was hard to take pics of it. The ricasso on reverse side of the blade has the Springfield markings. US is in the center of the blade on the reverse as well. As stated this is an Early Springfield sword, of which there are 5 types of signatures from Springfield and this is the type 2 sword. This sword has the german silver guard and wooden grip. The grips of the Springfield Model 1902 Army Officer's Sword were initially made of darkly stained wood, sometimes horn, but later models substituted this organic material with bakelite (an early plastic). The guard was originally had 3 branches but unfortunately 2 of the branches have been removed. They were probably broken some how and just removed. The scabbard is nickel plated steel (now thinly plated) with german silver plated brass rings and mounts. The scabbard throat is now missing. It's still a good example to hang on the wall. While the U.S. Model 1902 Army Officer's Sword was adopted in 1902 and is now primarily a ceremonial weapon, it was not used in battle, especially after World War I, when swords largely fell out of favor as a primary military weapon so this damage was probably done by the Military owners kids of grandkids. As is for this example $175.00

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Here we have a real nice original Model 1851 NCO belt plate worn by NCO's and cavalrymen of the Civil War. The “rectangular eagle belt plate,” was introduced in 1851 as the regulation buckle for US soldiers carrying swords. This included all officers, as well as enlisted men in the cavalry (dragoons at the time,) artillery, and non-commissioned officers of infantry. The motif is the same on all plates: the arms of the United States, consisting of a spread-winged eagle with a ribbon in its beak reading E Pluribus Unum, clutching arrows and an olive branch, with stars and sun rays overhead and a silver wreath below. Officers usually purchased higher quality plates from military goods dealers that had a wreath cast integrally with the plate, but given a silver wash, as might be done also to the stars. Enlisted men were issued plates that made use of a separately applied nickel silver wreath. This one has the single piece wreath applied to the plate rather than the 3 piece wreath. The piece is in excellent condition missing the keeper and with no bench mark numbers stamped on it as some were. This one is Plate 660 in O'Donnell's Book on american Military Belt Plates and was produced in 1864 and 1865 according to the book. For this non dug piece $325.00. Check out the pics!

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Tc buttons

Here we have 2 different lots of Antique uniform buttons. Check them out!

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Here we have several Police items and a couple of Fire Department Patches. I usually don't offer these but I am a retired career Firefighter and have many friends and acquaintances who are Police Officer and I thought that they would like them. There are two Rock Island, Illinois Fire Department patches, Sanibel Florida police patch, city of New York Police patch, S.W. Florida Criminal Justice Academy Police patch, 2 Court Officer State of New York Patches, 2 Deputy Sheriff patches from Lee County Florida, a Department of Natural Resources Marine Patrol Florida patch, Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Belt Buckle and 6 State of New York Police brass buttons. Early Police buttons were made of copper and that is why some people refer to police officers as "Cops". The buttons have the State of New York State Seal on them as well as the date 1664 and, since I love history, here is a short history of New York. The history of New York City has been influenced by the prehistoric geological formation during the last glacial period of the territory that is today New York City. The area was shortly inhabited by the Lenape; after initial European exploration in the 17th century, the Dutch established New Amsterdam in 1624. In 1664, the British conquered the area and renamed it New York. So there you have it! For the entire collection $35.00 Check out the pics!

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Antique W. Gilpin Wedges Mills Meat Cleaver

Here is a butcher / chef meat cleaver made by W. Gilpin. William Gilpin was an English tool manufacturer in Cannock, north of Birmingham. The firm operated 2 works near each other, Churchbridge Works and Wedges Mills. Gilpin operated from as early as 1834 to 1946 or later. The cleaver has a solid one piece metal blade and an aluminum handle which probably preplace an elm wood handle over the metal secured with a brass sleeve as it was crudely done (look at the tang photo). Aluminum's widespread use began in the late 19th century, particularly after the development of the Hall-Héroult process in 1886, which made its production significantly cheaper and more efficient, leading to its extensive use in industry and everyday life. Very impressive to look at and still extremely functional. Length: nearly 11" Blade height: nearly 2.75" This is a fairly heavy cleaver weighing 1 pound. The blade needs cleaned but I will leave that up to the purchaser. The blade has been lightly sharpened a time or two in the past but not much. Just a couple of tiny nicks in the edge. $75.00

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Here we have a Little Bo Peep Vintage heated Baby Bowl!

Vintage Baby Bowl patented July 11, 1944 and used through the early 50s. Little Bo Peep from the nursery rhyme is minding her sheep, along with a kitten and small dog. This divided babies dish can hold hot water inside to keep dish contents warm. Still holds water; cap opens and closes easily. The ceramic finish needs some minor cleaning. Blue, for a boy, bakelite handles and cap for water compartment. Chrome is still very shiny with one small dent on buttom/side. This Thermo Plate Corp Bartsch warming dish is in excellent vintage condition as pictured. For the Baby Boomer kids of the Greatest Generation of returning WW2 Veterans! Check out the pics! $20.00

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Here we have something that I just couldn't pass up. This is a diminutive axe made for working on roofs with wood shingles that I believe is a salesman's sample as it's so small!! I am using my hand and a quarter for comparison! I believe these type hand axes were introduced in the late 1800's and were used up until wooden shingles went by the wayside for asphalt shingles. This one here is about 9 3/4 inches long overall with the head being 3 inches long from the bit to the poll and the bit is 2 inches long and does show a little use, probably from the salesman's kid! This little roof axe has the original handle with a great deal of the original finish on it. The head is a little loose on the handle but it has never been messed with and I don't intent to tighten it up either. This is a real dandy! Look at the pics. $225.00

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tc moccasins

Old 20th Century Ojibwe/Chippewa Reservation Moccasins

The Ojibwe call themselves "Anishinaabeg," which mean the "True People" or the "Original People." Other Indians and Europeans called them "Ojibwe" or "Chippewa," which meant "puckered up," probably because the Ojibwe traditionally wore moccasins with a puckered seam across the top like the ones shown here. These moccasins are soft tanned Deer hide with soft soles ideal for walking/hunting in the woods without making a sound. They are in excellent used condition with just a couple of missing beads.

Excellent hand sewn bead work!!! Check out the pics! $450.00 The display case is not included in the sale but is available. Thanks for looking!

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Need your help!

This oval photo recently came in to the shop. Looks like a, perhaps, 1930's African Explorer. It was sold or framed in Chicago, Illinois. Sorry for the glare and extra images in the glass. If anyone knows who this is I would certainly appreciate hearing from you. tc1861@yahoo.com

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Civil War Hard Images, Volume 1 - Confederate by Christopher Anderson & Ben Pauley with the Foreword by John Sickles $65.00

Over 200 pages of full color photographs featuring original tintype and ambrotype photographs of Confederate soldiers in this hard back book with a dust cover and excellent quality, heavy, glossy pages. Each, of over 100 featured soldiers, offers detailed blow ups of weapons, buttons, uniforms, backdrops and more. Additionally, a commentary is provided for each soldier explaining particular items of interest associated with each featured soldier.

This is a brand new, excellent quality, large format book measuring over 11 inches tall by 8 7/8ths inches wide.

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The Authors are now working on their 2nd book entitled Civil War Hard Images, Volume 2 - Union, and should be released soon !!! IT'S FINALLY HERE!!!!!

Here we have the 2nd Edition of CIVIL WAR HARD IMAGES Volume 2- UNION by Ben L. Pauley and Christopher Anderson with Foreword by Ted Caldwell (yours truly!) I was thrilled to be asked to write the foreword for this truly fascinating research book by these two fine young men! This book is an extensive study of the photographs within. All are hard images and teaches us how to grade them with each image study getting an Image score. The vast array of different images is outstanding showing different types of Union uniforms, accoutrements and weapons! The authors went to painstaking efforts to identify the many different weapons shown in these images. The book is in large format being hardbound with dust jacket and utilizing glossy pages with color photographs! The many photographs are enlarged to show details. This is the companion book to their first edition entitled CIVIL WAR HARD IMAGES Volume 1-CONFEDERATE. These Volumes are truly outstanding and definitely belong in every Civil War Collectors or Student's Library! $65.00 each volume.

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