Real Photo Postcard Firearms Display Rifles Revolvers Knives Portland Oregon
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Condition: *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and ... Read more about the seller notes *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and click to enlarge. Comes from a smoke free home. Common errors from the scanner vs damage are digital lines (usually grey or pink), cutting off the top of the card/words. Read Less about the seller notes
Fascinating original real photo postcard (RPPC) showing an impressive early 20th-century firearms and knife collection, attributed to Dr. A.R. Briggs of Portland, Oregon (as noted on the back of the card).The display includes multiple rifles, revolvers, ammunition belts, cartridges, knives in sheaths, and holsters carefully arranged for the photograph. The long guns and pistols are prominently shown, surrounded by ammunition and leather goods, suggesting this was a proud collection — possibly belonging to a sportsman, collector, or gunsmith.Printed on AZO postcard stock with four triangles pointing up, this RPPC dates to 1904–1918, an era when hunting, marksmanship, and firearms craftsmanship were central to American frontier culture and personal pride.This rare image captures a remarkable moment in time — not just as a record of weaponry, but as a piece of early Americana reflecting the rugged self-sufficiency and material craftsmanship of the period.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Date: Circa 1904–1918 (AZO triangles-up)Location: Portland, Oregon (inscribed reverse)Subject: Firearms collection — rifles, pistols, knives, holsters, and ammunitionCondition: Excellent clarity; light edge and corner wear; mild age toning consistent with early photographic stock.Back: Divided back, unused, marked “Dr. A.R. Briggs, Portland Ore.”Size: Approx. 3.5 x 5.5 inchesHistorical Context:Images like this one were often taken as personal mementos or catalog records by collectors and gunsmiths during the early 1900s, when firearms represented both utility and artistry.The inclusion of both firearms and edged weapons indicates a diverse interest typical of frontier-era enthusiasts — possibly spanning hunting, marksmanship, or law enforcement. Portland, during this period, was a hub for Pacific Northwest commerce and outfitting, making it a center for fine gun and sporting goods dealers.Dr. A.R. Briggs may have been a local figure with a professional background who proudly maintained this personal armory — a reminder of the American fascination with precision, skill, and craftsmanship in tools and weaponry.An exceptional collector’s image for firearm historians, vintage weapons enthusiasts, and RPPC collectors alike.
Fascinating original real photo postcard (RPPC) showing an impressive early 20th-century firearms and knife collection, attributed to Dr. A.R. Briggs of Portland, Oregon (as noted on the back of the card).The display includes multiple rifles, revolvers, ammunition belts, cartridges, knives in sheaths, and holsters carefully arranged for the photograph. The long guns and pistols are prominently shown, surrounded by ammunition and leather goods, suggesting this was a proud collection — possibly belonging to a sportsman, collector, or gunsmith.Printed on AZO postcard stock with four triangles pointing up, this RPPC dates to 1904–1918, an era when hunting, marksmanship, and firearms craftsmanship were central to American frontier culture and personal pride.This rare image captures a remarkable moment in time — not just as a record of weaponry, but as a piece of early Americana reflecting the rugged self-sufficiency and material craftsmanship of the period.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Date: Circa 1904–1918 (AZO triangles-up)Location: Portland, Oregon (inscribed reverse)Subject: Firearms collection — rifles, pistols, knives, holsters, and ammunitionCondition: Excellent clarity; light edge and corner wear; mild age toning consistent with early photographic stock.Back: Divided back, unused, marked “Dr. A.R. Briggs, Portland Ore.”Size: Approx. 3.5 x 5.5 inchesHistorical Context:Images like this one were often taken as personal mementos or catalog records by collectors and gunsmiths during the early 1900s, when firearms represented both utility and artistry.The inclusion of both firearms and edged weapons indicates a diverse interest typical of frontier-era enthusiasts — possibly spanning hunting, marksmanship, or law enforcement. Portland, during this period, was a hub for Pacific Northwest commerce and outfitting, making it a center for fine gun and sporting goods dealers.Dr. A.R. Briggs may have been a local figure with a professional background who proudly maintained this personal armory — a reminder of the American fascination with precision, skill, and craftsmanship in tools and weaponry.An exceptional collector’s image for firearm historians, vintage weapons enthusiasts, and RPPC collectors alike.
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