Manufactured from 1961-1964 expressly for the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU). It is chambered in the .38 AMU cartridge, which was developed by the AMU armorers of Fort Benning, Georgia for the unit. Only 87 of the pistols were produced, all of which fall in the serial number range 35850-35927. It is rumored that the low production is due to the aluminum frames being unable to hold up to long term firing, because of this they were released to the public. The barrel bears the standard "38 A.M.U. CTG." marking with the otherwise standard Model 52 markings. Includes the original factory box, and cleaning rod with brush. This example is consecutively numbered to the previous lot. Provenance: The Jon M. Maxwell Collection

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine.