Manufactured c. 1938. The VIS-35 semi-automatic pistol was the standard sidearm of the Polish military prior to the German invasion, and following the occupation of Poland in September 1939 became a secondary arm for the Wehrmacht. These pre-occupation pistols display a level of fit and finish not found in the majority produced for the Germans, and bear the "Polish eagle" on the left side of the slide between the model, date, and patent markings. Features fixed blade front and notch rear sights, "F.B. RADOM/1938r." and "VIS-wz.35/pat.Nr.15567" on the left side of the slide, numerous small proofs on both sides of the trigger guard, a takedown catch, and a slotted back strap. Matching serial numbers on the frame, interior of the slide, and a partial on the rear of the barrel lug. Fitted with a pair of checkered grips marked "FB" and "VIS" on the left and right sides respectively and a blued magazine with some small Polish proofs.

Excellent, retaining 90% plus original blue finish with minor edge and cycling wear, some a spot of thinning visible on the front gripstrap with some limited grey patina visible, and minor handling marks. The grips are also excellent with some minor handling wear in the otherwise crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.