Feb 28, 2015 the original flask of this pattern is constructed a bit differently. The sleeve shows very little wear with some edge curling one very small tear at most a fraction of an inch. The powder flask book nov 11, 2017 old barn auction, llc. Any person who is considering embarking on a journey of collecting powder flasks would be well advised to obtain a copy of ray riling s book particularly to identify a genuine vintage flask from the countless examples of fakes on offer. T his book serves as a historic reference and identification guide powder flask.
Full text of willoughby independent 1879 april 18 thru 1882. This flask can be found, pictured and described in the text, the powder flask book by ray riling. The powder flask book hard cover book by ray riling this 8 34 x 11 14 hard cover book with 500 pages is titled the powder flask book by ray riling and is in very good condition except for a couple short tears in the dust jacket and some light. Please note that the definitive work on powder flasks, of all types, is ray rilings the powder flask book published in 1953. They range from very elaborately decorated works of art to early forms of consumer packaging, and are widely collected. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The charger tube is beveled at the end and is adjustable to set for different powder amounts. The premier publication on powder flasks of all time by collectors most respected authority. For those who wish to delve deeper into the world of powder flasks, the bible is still ray rilings the powder flask book, first published in 1953. Keeping your powder dry could be a matter of life and death. Treating of the history and use of the flask as a principal accessory to the firearm, from its inception, through the ages. Antique arms accessories, canteen, powder horns, accessories.
It has a removable brass head with sykes flameproof valve. Treating of the history and use of the flask as a principal accesory to the firearm, from its inception, through the ages, until the popular acceptance of the metallic cartridge, and giving emphasis to the powder flasks of the nineteenth century, noting their significance and value for shooters and collectors. The powder flask book by ray riling and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Powder flask hawksley for sale in uk view 30 bargains. In overall fine wellused condition with the expected signs of frontier use and wear nicely carved, dark, redbrown colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, an integral, nicelycarved endspout and its slightly convex wooden baseplug with a brass ring for the braided leather suspension. Hawksley sheffield of the pattern that was made for colt navy revolvers. This is considered by everyone as the bible of powder shot flask collecting. The head is removable unscrews for filling the flask, the valve spring is internal. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. Pv1 flint priming valve, dispenses about 1 grain weight of ffffg priming powder, fits 732 hole, solid brass. The powder flask book by ray riling, bonanza books, 1953 edition, 495 illustrated pages. Brass with spread winged eagle clutching revolver and flask in talons on each side, pistol type flask, see no. The powder flask book by ray riling hard cover ebay.
I gave a black powder rifle and a bunch of stuff, including that flask, to my son about t months ago. Powder flasks and the powder flask book rock island auction. Gun trade association peter dyson has been a member of the council since 1994. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Flask remin powder flask, remington pistol style flask, copper, with patina finish, accepts 101mm threaded spouts. Save antique powder flasks to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. This could well have seen service in the crimea where several thousand colt navy revolvers were used by british officers and ncos. Shop for flasks at rei free shipping on all orders. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
The powder flask book by ray riling first edition petes. Nice original civil war era powder flask for cased sets made. The most definitive study ever published on powder flasks used in north american beginning with the debut of firearms. So comprehensive and accurate is this book that auction houses and antique arms and militaria dealers quote its source as a validation of the flasks on offer. Price guide for lot of four remington powder flasks.
A powder flask is a small container for gunpowder, which was an essential part of shooting equipment with muzzleloading guns, before premade paper cartridges became standard in the 19th century. C 1953, 496 page hard cover in jacket showing wear and small tears in jacket, book remains in excellent condition and contains a small notice about this first edition. The brass pocket powder flask is a beautiful replica made of polished brass, like the original by g. Even though written over fifty years ago the powder flask book is still the most definitive publication regarding the collecting and identifying of antique gunpowder flasks. This is the book with all the flasks, if you collect flasks or general accoutrements you need this book.
Antique 17th century russian enameled brass gun powder flask to sword shashka. Dec 03, 20 i think it might be the 20th century reproduction of the peace flask, i have one like it that i bought new about 30 years ago. This pocket flask is adjustable in 516, 14 and 316 drams. Uniform and dress of the army and navy of the confederate states of america by riling, ray and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy the powder flask book reprint by ray riling isbn. The powder flask book hard cover book by ray riling. Find the powder flask book by riling, ray at biblio. This is an extremely rare, and very hard flask for the colt. This is an optin list, and each mailing will offer an optout no hassle option.
The premier publication on powder flasks of all time by collectors. We regularly find items for collectors who place a request with us. Powder flasks accessories for sale, powder flasks accessories. Ray riling published by robert halter the river house, new hope, pa 1953. Missing the top of the charger and the spring is broken. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. The powder flask book reprint edition by ray riling, harold l.
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