Private Collection of Jack Stark

Private Collection of Jack Stark

Featuring Over 100 Vintage & Modern Firearms Wednesday, January 1st -- 10:00 am

Preview: Tues., December. 31st, Noon - 5:00 pm

260.426.0633

About the Seller

Jack Stark, 81, is a Fort Wayne native and firearms enthusiast. His entire life he has had a great interest in guns, however, it was not until 2007 when he began his immense collection. Starting out, Stark held a keen interest in seeking out European military rifles from the late 19th to mid20th century. He says that his inspiration for this came primarily from the Mauser line of rifles, due to its wide array of models & designs.

Over the past decade, Stark says his collection began to transform as his focus shifted to categories such as guns of World War 1, United States military guns, and then to .22 Slide-Action rifles. Furthermore, Stark says he then began to collect Lugers, American Eagles, and other handguns of the 1900's. To Stark, both design and era are two leading factors he considers when seeking out a new addition to his collection. He has no interest in plastics, as only the original steel and wood-work that made these guns so famous are what draws him in.

Stark's main interest in collecting firearms stems from his interest in the intricate mechanisms within the guns casing. Stark is a Mechanical Engineer by trade, attributing much of his enjoyment when dissembling, cleaning, and restoring guns - to study the guns functionality, as well as to maintain and preserve its original condition.

While many of these guns carry a strong memory of when he acquired it and the care and time put into owning it, Stark says it is time to downsize, as the collection has become too much for him to manage at this point in his life. He states that perhaps the money raised from this auction, will be put to use in funding other collections such as his wrist and pocket watch collection, or his collection of local Fort Wayne artwork. He says it's even possible that the funds could help begin a new collection.

1. Russian bayonet

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2. Japanese bayonet with Unusual Markings

3. Smith and Wesson - WWII Revolver, M&P Lend-Lease to New Zealand / .38 Special Caliber / Been Rechambered

4. B eretta Neos .22 Caliber Target Includes 2 Magazines / Original Box and Papers

5. Czech Republic - CZ - Model 75 9mm Luger Cartridge

6. Smith and Wesson Model 5906 - Stainless Steel 9 mm Luger Cartridge

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7. Ruger New Model Black Hawk .45 Caliber Revolver Excellent Condition

8. Ruger 1911 - Model SR1911 - .45 ACP 2 Magazines / Stainless Steel / Original Box and Papers

9. Taurus 1911 - Model PT1911 - .45 ACP In case with extra grips and original paperwork

10. A TI 1911 - Model M1911G1 - .45 ACP Original Box and Papers

11. F N Model 1920 / Post WWII Surplus - 7.65 mm Inscribed "Bahnpolizel U.S. Zone"

12. Star Model SS - 9mm Luger Inscribed "CSP"

Private Collection of Jack Stark | 3 13. Star Model SS - .380 Caliber

Inscribed with Eagle and "PA" Spanish / Mini 1911

14. Mauser 1910 .25 ACP Caliber

15. Mauser 1914 - .32 ACP Caliber Wooden Grip

16. S mith and Wesson - .32 Hand Ejector Caliber .32 Long

17. Smith and Wesson - Model K22 - .22 LR

18. Colt Official Police - .38 Special Grips have been modified at the base.

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