Summer 2026 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction
August 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2026
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!
RUGER S# 31 LONG FRAMED OLD MODEL SUPER BLACKHAWK REVOLVER
| Cal. 44 Mag. | S# 31. | Bbl. 7 1/2″ | 26-1089/NW |
With serrated blade on ramped base; proper “Micro” marked frame mounted adjustable rear sight. Mfg. 1959 (1959-1973) as Model S47 having eagle logo near barrel address (without “INC.”). Noted Ruger references state that long framed variations were numbered 4 to 1463; approximately 300 units. Standard features of wide spur hammer, wide serrated trigger, unfluted counterbored cylinder, drilled through base pin latch, captive collared base pin, flat faced ejector rod head, steel ejector housing plus long Dragoon style grip frame having varnished walnut grips with black eagle medallions and proper stamping of “C” on backs. Does not have factory safety update parts; original lockwork. References state it was originally owned by Bob Dearden who was Ruger’s first Service Manager; S# 31 was his subscription number. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory mahogany presentation case (properly marked “GENUINE MAHOGANY” on bottom) having repaired break on upper right and lower left corners of shadow line cut out. Brass latches & hinges. Near excellent appearing exterior. Very good interior with very small corner of label missing. PROVENANCE: Originally from Bob Dearden’s S# 31 collection. CURIO GUN
