Columbian model S

[Ormicron]

Are there any tin plate collectors on here? I have just discovered a Columbian mod S, in need of repair but all there. Made by Heilprin Mfg, can anyone shed any light?

Regards Ormicron

[Herpquest]

VERY collectable little rifle. Blue Book prices range from $3,100 USD for a 95% condition down to $625 USD for 20% condition.
Pics of this little rifle would be appreciated.
ATB
Eric

[Ormicron]

http://s1076.photobucket.com/albums/w449/Ormicron/

Don't know if this will work?

[Herpquest]

Yep, that's the one. By the look of it, it should clean up very nicely, but do it sypathetically and take your time.

These rifles were manufactured by Columbian and Bailey Airguns and have a barrel cocking design with a very touchy Heilprin hold-down safety. They cannot be uncocked. Manufactured 1913-1914. Only four (now five!!) are known to have survived.

ATB
Eric