Gun canes are one of the most popular gadgets an antique collector can have in his or her cane collection.
Not only is the gun cane popular, but at a recent cane auction, a Remington gun cane firm 1875 sold for more than $10,000! The dog head of this gun cane was in an L share and classic gutta-percha design known of Remington.
Gun Cane
Gun canes are designed to look like a cane or walking stick and were extremely popular in the 1850′s. These types of gun canes served only as a way to scare away a predator and buy time to escape. Although some gun canes were designed with a pop-up scope, their accuracy was never very dependable.
John F Thomas is said to have designed the first gun cane (a percussion cane gun) and split his invention with Remington who is believed to have started mass production in 1960.
Cane Gun
Later, as other can guns were made, handles were designed in a variety of shapes, including ball and claw, variations of the dog head, full curve, curve with flat gripping area, bulbous-shape, and of course the L-shape.
Not many gun canes were made [Remington's percussion and the Thomas Patent Rim fire], in fact, less then 2,000 were produced over a twenty seven year period. It’s no wonder why these gun canes are so highly sought after by antique cane collectors around the world!
I have this gun cane that has been in my family for as long as i can remember.
I do not know the maker but it has IRS 4241 stamped on the back of the handle. it is chambered in 45 longcolt and .410 shotgun. i would be interested in selling.
I have enclose pics and maybe you can help me identify it. i would appreciate any help that can be offered.
Thanks, Harold
I am interested in adding a cane gun to my collection if anyone has one for sale please contact me
Unless they request I place their email on this comment, it is excluded – including it is a sure way to get spammed (bots crawl sites all the time looking for email addresses). If it’s not included, when the interested part requests contact, the system will email them the other person contact information and leave it up to them to contact or not.
In your case, you wanted you email placed on the comment, which is fine.
I see several buyers and sellers but no contact information, isn’t it hard to contact this way?
Hello,
I have the cane in this picture for sale, simply click on the picture to see the full version.
It’s an antique rhino horn handle gun cane. I’m not sure if it’s black power only or not.
I believe it’s a 40 caliber.
If anyone knows more about the value or is interested in buying this, please leave a comment or email me directly at bopeauto (at) comcast.net
Thanks,
Bopester.
Help Needed: I have a brass handled, 50 cal. percussion can gun bearing the Belgian proof mark used since 1810, but lacks the Script EL, so it is pre-1852. The pictures are shown below, simply click on them to see the enlarge version.
The barrel is also marked “JAP” and “G”. Barrel, trigger and bar hammer are browned. The brass handle appears to be a sand casting. The Brass handle has neatly stamped “D. G. Whitiker” and the names of 4 others and a 1920 date very sloppily stamped.
My problem is that the tip of the hammer was missing when I got it. I welded on a crude end and used to shoot it ( #11 cap). Now I want to restore it but have no idea what the original hammer was like. HAS ANYONE SEEN A SIMILAR OLD CANE GUN THAT HAS A COMPLETE HAMMER?
I have a cane that looks very much like Dana’s and Bret’s. The numbers on the other side of the loading tray are 36 and 7414. We think it came back from Europe in WW2, but it could have also come from Asia since my Grandfather served in both theaters. I haven’t noticed any other marks but I’ll look more closely. I’d be glad to hear from anyone who would like to tell me more about it.
Hi Matthew, I’ll forward your email on to Bret and he can contact you from there about the cane.
Wondering if you could put me in contact with Bret who posted this gun cane for sale on the 22nd of November. I’m interested in discussing purchasing it from him.
About 25 years ago I purchase a black power cane that can fire a single bullet in .36 or a shotgun load. It’s very well made, possibly built in the South in the 1930′s. it has a wooden handle and modern blued steel shaft. You load the bullet or lead shot (pre-packed) in the threaded breech and load the 3F powder in the handle striker mechanism. I’ve seen one other like it for sale on the internet for $3000. I was stunned because I purchased mine for $75. It can be easily produced. I’ve traveled all over the US and Canada with it and never been seized. But that was before (9-11). I’m thinking of selling or reproducing it. What do you think?
I have a cane gun just like the one posted by Carol S. on Nov. 22, 2009 on your site. I might be interested in selling it. About what range of value could i expect? In fair shape with all parts appearing to be there.
hi Karl
didnt i just pay for this cane?
do you have more than one?
scottie
I have a Dumonthier breach loading CG, i stumbled upon this when sorting through a deceased relatives possessions, having done a little research it would appear to be circa 1870 in date and a fairly desirable thing to own.
Due to gun laws in the U.K i don’t want to keep it nor do i want to butcher it by rendering it useless so i have taken the option to sell, please feel free to make an offer.
Best regards
Hi Paul,
Send me some pictures of your cane and I’ll get them up on the site for everyone to see and make offers on.
It looks like the French .410 cane gun you have pictured but it has Japanese writing engraved on it.
If someone could please contact me regarding more information on the gun, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Bret
hi i am looking to buy rhino horn canes and swords in europe if you have any please let me know johnmurrayglobal@gmail.com thanks
i’m looking for a cane gun or cane pistol $$$ also old pistols from1800s cond. not importint as long as all parts are there contact me with pics at antiques152@frontier.com thank you roger
i have a cane gun i inherited band would b willing to sell for the right price first i want to research on my end since there are no markings and would like to get appraised before just selling for whatever someone offers.
Daniel, you can email me about the cane gun at teressa.clark@yahoo.com
i forgot to include my e mail address
slots21@hotmail.com
cash is waiting to buy cane gun and yes another pen gun…
I too am a collector looking to purchase modern cambered walking cane. Also in need of Stinger Pen Gun in gold as I have the rest in collection but will always buy others. Private party sales preferential but not necessary. projnostic@yahoo.com
interesting, i love odd ball stuff like these gun canes.
Leave a comment if you have one of these for sale and include pictures and information/price if possible
I have in my possession this antique stick gun and interested in more detailed information.
I’m also interested in finding out what this is worth should I decide to sell.
Thank you.
Hello,
I believe it is from the early 19th century and am in need of someone who has a trigger for it.
Everything else seems to be there but the trigger…
Any help is appreciated….
Hello,
I’m trying to find out if anyone can help me identify this antique cane pistol?
I’m looking for an age, make & model. I purchased at a flea market in Italy.
Thanks for your help!
John
To Mike at the Gun Shop. I am interested in buying a cane gun. Can you please provide more info through email or do you have a website? Thanks.
I see a lot of interest in cane guns here. I produce them in both black powder (readily available) and modern cartridges (AOW). If interested, contact me and I’ll post some pictures and description of my work.
Teressa,
How do I get a hold of you regarding your cane gun? Thanks,
good day”
any interested in buying U.S REMINGTON MKIII FLARE GUN? If so, let me know and I’ll post some pictures.
I have an European horn handled .22 cal. cane pistol. Rhino horn handle. Very good condition. Willing to sell.
There is an brand mark that I’ve included in the picture.
The cane needs repair and restoration and does not work.
Feel free to mail all inquiries to Al, at eltoroal@hotmail.com
Thanks,
Al
Bob S. Ihave a cane gun with the same markings and do not know a thing about it either. If you received any info I would appreciatea reply.
wanting tobuy a cane gun .
I fell & broke my hip and had to have it replaced. Because of this painfuul situation I can not walk well or quickly and feel that being an older female that I am very venerable and have a high risk probablility of getting robbed, hurt, attacked, etc. especially since I live in Miami, FL. I was hoping to find out if it is legal to use a cain/walking stick that can shoot bullets so I can defend myself should an unfortunate situation present itself. Also does one need a concealed wepon permit to walk/use it? This is not a problem because I have had a permit for the past 20+ years. I’m just wondering what the legalities are and how/where to purchase a good one. Anything anyone can relate to me would be greatly appreciated. JG
Hello,
I have a gun cane and wondering if anyone can help me identify it?
I’ve included a picture above, simply click on the picture to see a larger image.
I’d appreciate any help!
Thanks,
Bob
I have what is likely a W.H.Werner (patent #104087, June 7, 1870) underhammer muzzle-loading percussion cane gun. Patent drawings show minor improvements. Handle pulls back and folds down forming a shoulder stock and exposing the firing mechanism. A folding ramrod is stored in the muzzle. The browned steel shank forms the full-length barrel, about .410 caliber. The wood handle was replaced sometime in the past with a Remington-like doghead. Nipple was replaced & gun is in firing condition. Does anyone have information on these and maker?
Hi I have a c.g. my grandfather brought back from ww1 it has a seperate screw in stock. Handle un-screws and single 22 bullet goes in -a lever is pushed and a trigger comes down any guess on value? thanks Cliff
Hi Paul,
Send pictures of your gun cane to canes@gadgetcanes.com and I’ll post it on the site along with your email contact.
Thanks!
Hi Janet,
Send a picture or two to canes@gadgetcanes.com and I’ll get it up on the site for everyone to see along with your email address.
Thanks!
I have a can gun which has been in my family a long time. If anyone is interested, I could send pictures.
I have a gun can from Manufacture Francaise d’Armes & Cycle de Saint Etienne, the model is Etoile and it is in 12mm /(410ga x 2″) Cane is in excellent condition, bone or horn handle, rose wood encased barrel. Looking for a value on this item. Anyone sold one lately. I have pictures I can send if you email me
Thanks,
Paul
I have a old cane gun that does not work an would be willing to sell if anyone is interested
I’m buying rhino horn canes, If you have one you would like to sell, please post your information!
Regards
Fan
I Have access to a 410 Dumonthier cane gun. ser.# is less than 25 it is in very very good condition.Rose wood looks great, breich works purfect. All in all the gun is in about 80-85 % very good shape. Fireing pin in very good condition. Looking for seriouse buyer.
Is anyone interested in a Babcock underhammer percussion gun cane?
It needs some TLC, i haven’t really got into it…
I’m looking for $1,500.
If you click on the picture, it will expand and you’ll be able to see details of this cane.
Email me if interested,
dirt_pros_racing@yahoo.com
I have a French .410 cane gun similar to the photo from “Gary says” dated Oct. 10th. It has a rosewood handle, only it’s not curved, but at a right angle. Pictures are included below, simply click on each to see the full image.
This cane is fully functional and is all metal made to look like bamboo. It has a stock connect, but with no stock. Best offer.
i can authenticate the history of JD Rockefeller being the owner, any one interested contact me.
I have an extensive collection of these including the small and large Remington dog-heads and one similar to the picture above which is not a Remington. Interested in purchasing additional cane guns.
The Remington s bring 5 to 10K . Post a picture if you are interested in selling any of them
I know of where a black powder cane gun is. It may be available for sale. Does anyone know how to determine the value of these? It appears to be a Griffon manufactured by Morris Lawing. Thanks for any advice.
I own a cane gun 14 gauge owned by JD Rockefeller and I would like to sell it.
This all original French .410 shotgun cane is a Dumonthier, whose gun canes are featured in Catherine Dike’s classic “Canes and Curiosa.” Similar gun canes are on pages 342-344 in Chapter 33 on “Breech-loading Firearms.” Celestin Dumonthier’s factory was located at Rue des Petits-Hotels 23, Sailleville, Oise, and he filed patents in England in as early as 1876.
1870-1890 Dumonthier .410 cane gun 26″
With a crook horn handle and rosewood shaft, this breech-loading gun cane has the original silver ferrule and original patina. The mechanism is fully functional. The handle is 4-1/8 inches, with brass and engine-turned silver collar trimmings along the rosewood shaft. Overall length is 34-1/4 inches. Some wear consistent with age. Dumonthier’s gun canes are greatly sought after by weapon curiosa collectors. Dumonthier continued to operate in Paris up until the German occupation during World War II, when all its stock and documents were confiscated.
If you’re intersted in this cane, please contact me for more information:
mDarkSeraph@gmail.com
GM: I’ve fixed the email above, the correct one is now listed. Thanks!
Sorry about the email, we retired that domain. I still have the cane available, my email address is: mdarkseraph@gmail.com
GM – your email is Kaput!
tracy get back to me on gun cane thank you
Hi James,
Yes, send pictures to canes@gadgetcanes.com and I’ll edit and post them to the site for everyone to see.
Thanks,
Jim
Hi i purchased a cane gun but have no idea of its age or date. It has a bamboo stick with no barrel. It has a revolver reel and fires .22 cartridges. The handle is bone or alabaster and it has brevet paris written on it, if you think pictures could be of help please let me know, thanks, james
I buy cane guns for my collection and currently have one for sale in the $1,500 range.
I have a days patent cane gun and would like to find out more info about it. Maybe willing to sell, but need more info first. All info will help, I think it is from the 1850S OR1840S. thanks
Have an identical cane to the one shown third set of photos from the top of page.
Has a black horn handle (rhino?), a silver ferrule and I believe it to be rosewood.
Serious inquiries: mDarkSeraph@gmail.com.
Hello everyone: I have a remington cane gun in 32 rimfire, classic dog haed grip, case has some cracks but still complete for sale 3500$ email for pic serious inquies only thanks
I see a lot asking but no one answers.. What the going value of this Remington small dog head cane gun I’ve included in the picture below?
I’m interested in finding a gun cane anywhere from $500-1,000, that works and is in decent condition please let me know..thanks
looking to buy guncane call 14019493396 larry leave message thank you
Hello, I think I have a gun cane of some kind, it is a short barrell (maybe a 410 shotgun) it has a spring(not working) to lower the trigger. Once you pull the trigger, to recock you push the trigger back up. The gun reads (MADE IN AUSL.R D.R.2 GERMANY) it also has a number stamped on it 2485. The barrell is a twist on and off and I would think it holds the rim of the shell. Any help or information you might provide would be appreciated. Thank you. (P.S. I’ve owned this for 60 some years and it was old when I acquired the cane.)
If anyone knows where to buy a gun cane or if anyone lives near or in Mississippi, I am looking to by one.
smeacham_259@comcast.net
let me no if any guncanes are aval.
Looking for info and or value of an old all metal cane gun. It says Nitro Proof inside as well as a bunch of other symbols. B’s and crowns. i have good pictures of all the marking if anyone can help please email Mainstresale@yahoo.com
I have a beautiful cane gun for sale charlie. Please leave me your email address or you can contact me at: foxify@gmail.com
looking to purchase a cane gun, please leave a comment if you have one for sale.
I’m in the market for a gun cane and would love to purchase one, please leave a comment if you have one for sale.
after some research it appears to be a babcock with a underhammer percussion…
i am also interested where i can get one fixed. i just recently found one at a antique shop. the barrel has a wood plug. it appears to be powder gun. curved handle, with a hammer on the bottom. right above the nipple, half of the hammer part is missing, very small. hasn’t been used in forever. has a terrible black scratched paint job. i found no markings, but it was hard to tell from all the paint.
i could of bought it for $550
Taylor…what is wrong with your cane…is it the lock mechanism, hammer, trigger or crushed/broken nipple?
Where can I get a Cap & ball percussion walking cane repaired.
Hello,
This Rifle Cane with a Dog’s Head has been in my friends family since 1860′s. It is in good external condition, however not in working order. She is asking $10500. Feel free to write with any questions.
Thanks, Pablo
I have inherited a beautiful antique cane gun. The handle is some sort of bird head.(it looks like a griffin) Must see! I am looking for a serious buyer.
My father has a 410 Breechloading shot gun cane. It is in extremely fine condition. We reserched and found 2 similar guns, 1-3750.00 and 1-3250.00. We are asking $3,000.00 firm. This gun is located in Missouri. It does shoot.
636-456-2557
John; I am interested in buying. Do you have any pix..and a detailed description would help much.
Thank you John –
Frank (Call me anytime [ 201-820-4811 ]
If you have a ‘C.G.’ for sale – lease contact me (201-820-4811)..anytime.
Pix and any related info will be most helpful of course.
Tahnk you,
Frank
Hello; I am definitely interested in your ‘C.G.’.
Can you provide me some more info on it, e.g. price; pix; and anything else of relevance.
I am a serious but reasonable buyer. I thank you sincerely.
Frank
Hello Harold. For more information about my gun cane, you can contact me at centericemedia@rogers.com
I have a gun cane and would like to know the value. It is bone handle and looks to about a 30 cal or larger chamber. Initials “DR” stamped below handle. I am interested in selling.
Dear David,
Need more information about your cane caliber etc, where on this planet are you? I am serious buyer.
Not sure of the caliber how could I confirm what caliber it is.
DB
Hi David,
Do you have an idea of what you would like for the gun cane? Also, what caliber is it?
Thanks,
Graham
Hi there I was on this site and thought I would send in these pictures of this cane gun.
It has been in my family for over 80 years. I am not sure who produced it. I was thinking it was a remmington but not sure. I am interested in selling.
I have a cane gun with a brown metal barrel and a bone handle, this cane is marked
This cane is in good to very good condition the only damage consisting of 2 small spots of white paint on the barrel and a dent in the cane tip/ cocking mechanism.
If anyone knows the approximate age and or value of this cane i would appreciate a reply.
Hi, we have an antique cane gun and want to know what it is worth and if anyone is interested in buying it.
We are including some pictures below and will welcome any questions.
Thanks,
Carol Swinnerton (323)257-5289
I use a cane and have always wanted to have a cane gun.
If you have it you might as well use it.
If you are selling you’re cane Phil, please e-mail me.
fastfastwind@gmail.com
Hello,
I am interested in knowing the value of this gun canes and may consider selling it. Does anyone have any information on this? If so, please leave a comment.
Thank you,
Ron
Hi there,
I have a gun cane which I believe to be a Remington and have included pictures below.
It has a bone handle and the tiered cane stick. On the ferrel it has “Patent” and on the end of the handle the impressed # 4137.
I am considering selling this and was wondering what this gun cane would be worth. I am in Australia.
Thanks,
Phil
Hi Marla,
Send pictures of your canes to canes@gadgetcanes.com and I’ll get them up on the site for everyone to see and comment on. Don’t worry about how they look – I’ll edit them so that they fit nice, etc.
Thanks!
I found four canes in a trunk in my grandfathers attic that i believe are gun canes. Is there a place i could go to find more information about these canes?
Don & Denis my e- mail address is bjtwright @ aol.com.
Thanks
I have a collector firearms license I am very interested in buying any cane guns. Please upload your photos to the site and I’ll contact you.
Hi,
I have a J.F.Thomas Cane gun patent Feb’y 9 1858
Remington & son Ilion N.Y.# 59
It has a antler bone handle Looking for a buyer .
Any idea of the worth?
Robert, how do i contact you. I am interested in purchasing your cane.
I have a walking stick gun cane I believe was patented in Aug 4th 1857 (ira buckman jr of new york, n.y. pat,no. 17,015).
My gun cane I believe is a cap & ball 31 cal muzzle loader, with a brass eagle head for the handle grip. The gadget cane is in 100% original condition; what do you think it is worth?
JAMES H DAVIS I am willing to meet or beat asking prices for gun canes, please upload your pictures.
ddautopro@msn.com
I am interested in looking at your gun canes and would like to know your prices, please include some pictures as I am in the market.
Thanks,
Frank
I have a gun cane. will get photos to post. would like to hear from interested collectors / buyers.
Do you still have this cane?
If anyone still has a gun cane for sale please let me know. Please send pics. and price
Hello,
I Have recently found a 9mm gun cane in attic that used to belong to my wife’s grandfather it has a black what looks like ivory or bone handle has 9v/v marked on it will try and get a photo to put on the site.
9mm walking stick looks in reasonable condition
I believe it was used for poaching.
I am interested in your cane gun can you send me some pictures?
I have a European Horn-Handled cane pistol. Would like to sell. Serious inquiries only.
Hello, i purchased a cane gun from an estate sale, has a wood curved handle, would like to sell it, and wondering if it is legal to sell the cane, also purchased a pen gun from the same sale, i don’t know much about them, any one with info, please let me know, i thank you for any information you may have to offer, Thanks,,
Larry,
Do you still have the gun cane?
I would love to see a gun cane, can you post some pictures of your collection?
Hi Robin, Interested in your cane. Where in the great planet are you (approximately)? Have any photos of your cane? Thanks
I have one with the full curve handle. Looks like it might have been made around 1865. There were two sets of numbers inside. Looking for a serious buyer.
WILL BUY A GUN CANE