Fairfield ME, October 12, 2026 – Poulin Antiques & Auctions is pleased to announce their upcoming three day, 1,933 lot sale on November 6th-8th, 2026. This event will be held live at Poulin’s gallery, located at 199 Skowhegan Rd., Fairfield, ME 04937. It will also be available for live bidding on PoulinLive , iCollector.com, Proxibid, Invaluable, Liveauctioneers, and AuctionZip. Phone and absentee bids are welcome. Contact the auction house directly for more information. Live, in person preview will be held November 4th & 5th from 9am to 5pm and by appointment in the weeks leading into the auction.

Fully transferable Class III firearms, many from the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection, take the spotlight at this signature autumn event.

Lot #1001, a German WWII Gustloff-Werke “DTB” code MG42 general-purpose machine gun with accessories, is estimated at $50,000–75,000.
Lot #1001, a German WWII Gustloff-Werke “DTB” code MG42 general-purpose machine gun with accessories, is estimated at $50,000–75,000.

Produced in 1944, this iconic MG42 exemplifies the remarkable engineering and manufacturing efficiency of its era, combining stamped-steel construction with an extraordinary cyclic rate of approximately 1,200 rounds per minute—significantly faster than its contemporary counterparts. This example is marked “M.U.” (1944 date code) above the serial number, along with Gustloff-Werke’s “dbt” manufacturer code and “rea” subcontractor code followed by an Eagle/1 proof. Its NFA Registry lists the manufacturer as “WWII/German.” The gun is accompanied by an extensive group of unattached accessories, including a Yugoslavian M53 bolt, main recoil springs, spare barrels, ammunition can, spanner wrench, striped range-aiming stakes, and a canvas pouch containing an EM34 range-finder cradle/tripod. The MG42’s ease of use and reliability has proven its core design to be a mainstay since the war, with iterations still remaining in active service to this very day, eight decades after its initial development production.

Lot #1010, a High Standard M2HB heavy machine gun with tripod and accessories, is estimated at $50,000–80,000.
Lot #1010, a High Standard M2HB heavy machine gun with tripod and accessories, is estimated at $50,000–80,000.

This WWII-era example is accompanied by its original marked M3 tripod, Mk93 cradle, ammunition tray, spare barrels, spare top cover, and an April 1945 TM9-1225 technical manual, along with additional unattached accessories. This is a fine example of the always desirable and iconic U.S. heavy machine gun that is still in use today.

Lot #1031, a very uncommon North Korean Type 58 machine gun, is estimated at $50,000–80,000.
Lot #1031, a very uncommon North Korean Type 58 machine gun, is estimated at $50,000–80,000.

Seldom encountered outside advanced private collections, the Type 58 was produced in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea from 1958–1968 at Factory 61 and Factory 65 in Jyn Chun, with approximately 800,000 examples manufactured. North Korean Type 58s are among the most desirable AK variants in the United States, with many believed to have entered the country as Vietnam War bring-backs. This example is marked with an encircled North Korean star followed by the serial number, “58,” and a Hangul character. Two additional Hangul characters appear on the right side of the receiver at the “SEMI” and “FULL” positions. It retains its original cleaning rod and butt-trap cleaning kit. The NFA registry lists “North Korean” as the manufacturer and “AK-47” as the model.

This event presents a number of bespoke, handcrafted firearms produced by the historic British gunmaker James Purdey & Sons; many are from the estate collection of Malcolm G. MacGregor.

Lot #2134, a Purdey .450/.400 Nitro Express sidelock double rifle made for Gordon Bennett (American, 1841–1918), is estimated at $30,000-60,000.
Lot #2134, a Purdey .450/.400 Nitro Express sidelock double rifle made for Gordon Bennett (American, 1841–1918), is estimated at $30,000-60,000.

Purdey records indicate this fine rifle was “In Black” on 11th January 1912 and made for the a wealthy and eccentric American newspaper publisher whose social faux pas and unruly behavior inspired the famous British slang exclamation of surprise. This impressive rifle weighs 10 lb. 10 oz. (with .400 barrels) and 10 lb. 3 oz. (with .470 barrels) and is being sold with a solid hallmarked silver engraved grip cap and a later leather case with brass corners and a central brass medallion engraved “450” “BIG GAME” “RIFLE” “BY JAMES PURDEY LONDON”. The case contains its original sling loops, original rear sight for .400 barrels, horn handled striker key, turn screw, ebony handled turn screw, metal cleaning rod by Parker Hale, and four unmarked snap caps for .450 nitro. Also included with this lot is a Purdey factory letter and a document detailing the number of Purdey double rifles made between 1880-2014, totaling 437. A caliber breakdown estimates that “Maybe 6 rifles were made in .450/.400 N.” According to Malcolm G. MacGregor, “I shot this very accurate rifle at 3-4 Vintager events with very fine results finishing in either 1st or 2nd place.”

Lot #2138, a stunning Purdey sidelock ejector single trigger two barrel set game gun, is estimated at $35,000-65,000.
Lot #2138, a stunning Purdey sidelock ejector single trigger two barrel set game gun, is estimated at $35,000-65,000.

This masterpiece is inlaid in gold and was detailed by master craftsman Lynton Mckenzie (Australian, 1940–1999). Its barrel tops are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons” and with the maker’s famous Audley street in London address. This firearm weighs eight pounds and decorated with flowing scroll work, gold wire borders and bands, and relief gold inlaid game scenes in Bulino backgrounds featuring Canadian geese, pintails, a turkey, and a pigeon. The left side of its side of trigger plate is engraved “Lynton McKenzie.” The gun and both sets of barrels are housed in their original oak and tan leather case. The case also contains a pair of snap caps, a square oil bottle, a cleaning kit, striker key, turn screw, broken case extractor, and other related accessories. This game gun comes with its Purdey factory letter indicating it was completed in June 1956 for James H. Kimberley.

Lot #2136, a superb Purdey .369 reinforced-frame top-lever sidelock ejector double rifle, is estimated at $30,000–50,000.
Lot #2136, a superb Purdey .369 reinforced-frame top-lever sidelock ejector double rifle, is estimated at $30,000–50,000.

One of only 28 examples recorded in Purdey’s company records, this exceptional 1937 rifle retains its original scope, accessories, oak-and-leather case, and Purdey factory letter. It was reportedly owned by a maharajah, whose crest is elegantly engraved in a large gold oval on the toeline. Weighing 9 lb. 6 oz., the rifle is accompanied by an extraordinary collection of original accessories, including 10 boxes of Kynoch .369 Purdey cartridges, scope, snap cap, oil bottle, chamber brush, striker key, turn screw, barrel-washing funnel, spare strikers and sight, leather muzzle protector, carrying strap, cleaning equipment, and a two-die reloading set. Its accompanying Purdey factory letter confirms the rifle was completed in April 1937 for Levetus, a noted retailer and clearing house for export to India and Africa. An outstanding example of a Golden Age British double rifle, this Purdey combines exceptional provenance, completeness, and a powerful caliber suitable for hunting game as large as elephants. According to Poulin’s experts, a comparable Purdey double rifle manufactured today would cost well in excess of $250,000.

Fine Civil War-era arms, weapons, and gear are well represented in this three day auction.

Lot #3228, an exceptional Confederate Dance Brothers Dragoon, is estimated at $200,000–$400,000.
Lot #3228, an exceptional Confederate Dance Brothers Dragoon, is estimated at $200,000–$400,000.

Among the most mythical and iconic of Confederate arms, the Dance Brothers produced approximately 300 revolvers, first at East Columbia, Texas, in 1863 and later at the Confederate Government Armory in Anderson, Texas, in 1864. This revolver was manufactured at Anderson, where Dance revolvers are known for their superior finish and refinement. This exceptionally well-provenanced Dragoon is accompanied by authentication letters from Bill Gary, Norm Flayderman, and Gary Wiggins; a copy of the May 2022 Military Antique Collector article “Brothers Dragoon Revolvers”; a copy of the 2001 Conestoga Auction catalog in which it was sold; and an extensive file of correspondence, research, and related materials. Most recently from the Estate Collection of David Berenson, this dragoon represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire one of the finest documented Dance revolvers extant. According to Poulin’s experts, “This revolver is the second highest condition of all Dance revolvers examined before, retaining much of its original finish, now largely turned to plum patina, with strong areas of original blue.”

Lot #3241, a Confederate Georgia Armory rifle, is estimated at $40,000-80,000.
Lot #3241, a Confederate Georgia Armory rifle, is estimated at $40,000-80,000.

Outside of institutional collections, this is example is only the third available to collectors, ever. It is from the Atlanta Historical Society collection and is being de-accessed from that organization as they have another example. Of the several hundred known manufactured, most of these Georgia rifles are thought to have been captured and destroyed by Sherman during his “March to the Sea”. Its Enfield style flat lock plate is vertically marked “GA ARMORY / 1862” at the tail, and its serial number “30” is stamped on the top of its buttplate tang and bottom of its barrel. It is being sold with a small file of correspondence, an AHS appraisal, and accession notes. This example is from the George Wray collection and was pictured and described on pages 254-257 of Murphy & Madaus’ 1996 Confederate Rifles and Musketoons and later from the Atlanta Historical Society when they purchased the Wray collection in 2005. It was subsequently pictured and described on pages 172-173 in the 2014 publication, Confederate Odyssey, The George Wray Jr. Civil War Collection at The Atlanta History Center.

Important antique rifles, revolvers, edged weapons, militaria, and ephemera bring this signature sale full circle.

Lot #3219, a Samuel Hawken Plains Rifle from the collections of President Theodore Roosevelt (American, 1858–1919), naval officer, frontiersman, rancher, and diplomat Edward F. Beale (American, 1822–1893), and frontiersman and wilderness guide Kit Carson (American, 1809–1868), is estimated at $80,000–150,000. 
Lot #3219, a Samuel Hawken Plains Rifle from the collections of President Theodore Roosevelt (American, 1858–1919), naval officer, frontiersman, rancher, and diplomat Edward F. Beale (American, 1822–1893), and frontiersman and wilderness guide Kit Carson (American, 1809–1868), is estimated at $80,000–150,000.

Known as the “CARSON-BEALE HAWKEN,” this extraordinary rifle is among the best researched and documented historic American firearms extant—and perhaps one of the most remarkable lineages ever to come to auction. A classic Hawken Plains Rifle in standard configuration, it represents the rugged, large-bore arms favored by buffalo hunters and plainsmen for their reliability and effectiveness on the frontier. Its remarkable provenance is documented in Stephen Bonsal’s 1912 book, Edward Fitzgerald Beale: A Pioneer in the Path of Empire, 1822–1903, where the rifle is pictured on page 289 with the caption: “This gun was given by Kit Carson to General Beale, after a brush with the Indians in which Carson claimed that General Beale had saved his life. It was afterward presented by Truxton Beale to Theodore Roosevelt, who in turn gave it to the Boone & Crockett Club.” The rifle was awarded NRA Medal No. 443 at the 2006 NRA National Show, recognizing it as one of the ten best weapons exhibited. This rifle is being sold with copies of several letters from Theodore Roosevelt’s retained letter book at the National Archives; an extensive archive of correspondence, research, original materials, and books relating to Carson, Beale, and the rifle; and the gun’s silver NRA medal and award certificate. Few American firearms can claim such a distinguished chain of ownership or such a direct connection to the legendary figures who shaped the American West.

Lot #3149, a one-of-a-kind documented factory ebony-gripped “Fluted” Frame Sheriff’s Model Colt Frontier Six Shooter SAA revolver, is estimated at $30,000–50,000.
Lot #3149, a one-of-a-kind documented factory ebony-gripped “Fluted” Frame Sheriff’s Model Colt Frontier Six Shooter SAA revolver, is estimated at $30,000–50,000.

Manufactured in 1890, this extraordinary rarity features one of the most elusive factory options found on a Colt Single Action Army: ebony grips. According to Wilkerson’s The Official Record of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver 1873–1895, of the 164,100 black-powder-frame revolvers produced across all calibers and configurations, only four are recorded as having been shipped with factory ebony grips. The revolver retains its etched “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER” barrel panel, “44” marking beneath the barrel, “44 CAL” stamped on the left front of the trigger guard bow, and three-line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Accompanied by its Colt factory letter documenting shipment on June 5, 1890, this remarkable revolver represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire the only known factory-ebony-gripped Fluted Frame Sheriff’s Model Colt SAA extant.

According to Nick Poulin, President of Poulin Antiques & Auctions, “Our Fall 2026 premier firearms Auction will be the final premiere sale of the year for our firm. Our consignors achieved remarkable results with many New Auction World records throughout the year, and by utilizing our 0% sellers commission on expensive items and valuable collections, they put the entirety of the hammer price in their pocket on those items. We make achieving a 0% sellers commission on expensive items and valuable collections attainable with collections containing a diversity of values or single items. Our aggressive marketing strategies and minimizing our sellers commission has continued to bring great returns to our Consignors. We are currently accepting consignments for the start of 2027, which is shaping up to be another fantastic opportunity to market collections of collectible firearms and militaria.”

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