Guns and Marbles Knives
By Donley Auctions
Mar 15, 2025
8512 South Union Road, Union, IL 60180, United States

Attention all gun and militaria enthusiasts! Donley Auctions is happy to announce our upcoming auction, featuring a diverse collection of firearms, militaria, and other unique pieces that will ignite your passion for history and craftsmanship.

On Saturday, be amazed by our selection of vintage and modern firearms and ammo, including an exquisitely engraved LC Smith Monogram 12-gauge shotgun, a Civil War-era Sharps .52 Pellet Primer Rifle, and a rare Remington Hepburn No. 3 38-40 rifle.

Our militaria collection on Sunday is equally impressive, featuring items such as WWII USMC Code Talkers uniforms, a Davy Crockett nuclear bomb fired detonator fuse, a WWII US 78th Div & 7th Army uniform grouping, and lots more great uniforms.

For the knife enthusiasts, we have an impressive collection of 33 Marbles knives, showcasing the craftsmanship and legacy of this iconic American brand. From classic hunting knives to rare and unique models, this collection is a must-see for any Marble enthusiast.

In addition to firearms and militaria, we also have a lot of ammo and a variety of other unique items that will appeal to collectors of all kinds. These include a 19th-century American eagle statue, an amazing collection of toy soldiers, and much more.

Don't miss this opportunity to add to your collection and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Join us for our live and online auctions, where you can enjoy complimentary food and drinks while bidding on your favorite items.

And if you're looking to downsize or sell your own collection, we're here to help. Consign your items with us and we'll make sure they find a good home. Email photos and details to Consign@DonleyAuctions.com.

Donley Auctions: Auctioneers of antiques. Collectors of cool. Veterans of vintage.


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LOT 1038:

MINTY 1928 Colt 1911 .45acp 5" Pistol (C) C152166

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Auction took place on Mar 15, 2025 at Donley Auctions

MINTY 1928 Colt 1911 .45acp 5" Pistol (C) C152166
"1928" Colt 1911 .45acp 5" Pistol in excellent vintage condition with very minor wear marks (a little extra wear on the mainspring back-strap, and some "ring" nicks on the front strap). See photos. Firearm looks to have been professionally reblued some time ago with NO buffing marks and sharp edges. Year of Manufacture: The included Colt letter indicates that this pistol was manufactured and shipped in 1928.
Markings: The left of the slide is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. / PAT’D APR. 20. 1897. SEPT. 9. 1902. DEC. 19. 1905. FEB. 14. 1911. AUG. 19. 1913”. The right of the slide is marked “COLT”, “AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE .45” and with a Rampant Colt. The back of the slide under the firing pin plate is marked “152/166”. The right of the frame is marked “GOVERNMENT MODEL / C152166. The left of the trigger guard has “1” and a “VP” in a triangle, the right has “51”. The top of the frame is marked “S” by the disconnector. The bottom of the barrel is marked “S” in front of the lug. Sights / Optics: The front sight is a rounded blade fixed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a half moon notch dovetailed to the rear of the slide. Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut. . The checkering is generally sharp. There are no cracks. Overall, the grips are in Very Good condition. Type of Finish: Blue
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. Magazine: Aftermarket, but easily replaced. VERY BEAUTIFUL PIECE OF HISTORY!! Colt Letter! MFG 1928 C&R Eligible S/N::152166

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