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The Firearm Collection of Alejandro de Quesada, Jr.

Tue, Oct 20, 2026 10:00AM EDT
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Selections from the modern firearm collection of Alejandro de Quesada, Jr. Alejandro “Alex” de Quesada, Jr. (1965-2024) was a renowned author, historian, and consummate collector who built one of the militaria field’s most comprehensive private collections through decades of research and acquisition.
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Lot 1142

[WORLD WAR II] H&R Reising Model 60 .45 ACP Rifle

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
Starting Bid
$1,300

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$100 $25
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$2,000 $250
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$10,000 $1,000
$50,000 $5,000

.45 ACP. 18.25" barrel. SN: 2225. Parkerized metal finish in walnut semi-pistol grip stock mounting drift adjustable front blade and tangent rear aperture sights. Delayed blowback operated semi-automatic rifle fed by detachable double-stack or single stack magazines. Maker marking to the top of the receiver reads MODEL 60-H&R REISING-CAL.45/HARRINGTON AND RICHARDSON ARMS CO./WORCESTER, MASS. U.S.A. PAT. PENDING. Further shows P proof to rear barrel and standard safety markings. Comes with canvas sling. Lacks magazine.

 

Designed as a semi-automatic only variant of the Reising M50 submachine gun, the M60 Reising rifle's overall length, 18.25" barrel, and lack of select-fire capability meant that this rifle could be sold to civilian guards and contractors without having to endure the paperwork stipulated by the National Firearms Act of 1934. With approximately 3,200 manufactured from the start of production in 1942 to the end of manufacture in 1949, the low pace of production and limited higher level interest in this rifle render it an uncommon curiosity suitable for an advanced collector. {C&R}

Good to Very Good. Bore is dirty with some firing residues that may clean to Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows some brown flecking on upper barrel and receiver, some scattered scratches, and light edgewear. Stock shows some scratches, dents, and white residues. Sling is dusty with corroded buckles. Action functions when cycled by hand.

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