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Lot 582: Two World War II Era German P.38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 582: Two World War II Era German P.38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,700
Price Realized:
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A) Walther "ac/40" code P.38 Pistol with Holster

Manufacturer: Walther
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: synthetic
Stock:
Item Views: 606
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with visible rifling and minor pitting.
Description:

Manufactured in 1940. "Eagle/359" proofed. Matching serial numbers on the frame, slide, barrel, and locking block. Fitted with a "P.38" marked blued magazine. Includes a later police type black leather flap holster numbered "4-81-1629 P" on the inside of the flap and an extra "eagle/359" proofed and "p.38" marked magazine numbered to another pistol on the base.

Rating Definition:

Fine as refinished, with much of the finish, softened proofs, some minor edge wear, some minor pitting visible under the finish, plum coloration on the frame and barrel, and numerous scattered light handling marks. The grips are also fine. Mechanically excellent. The holster is fine.



B) Spreewerke "cyq" Code P.38 Pistol

Manufacturer: Spreewerke
Model: P38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: synthetic
Stock:
Item Views: 606
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is shiny with strong rifling and some streaking.
Description:

Manufactured in 1943. "Eagle/88" proofed. Matching visible serial numbers on the frame, barrel, slide, and locking block. Fitted with a blued "eagle/WaA706" proofed and "jvd" code magazine.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as arsenal refurbished, retaining much of the blue finish with plum coloration on the frame, limited spotting, and scattered minor handling marks. The grips are fine with light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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