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Lot 162: Engraved Belgium Browning Renaissance Three Case Pistol Set

Engraved Belgium Browning Renaissance Three Case Pistol Set

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Lot 162: Engraved Belgium Browning Renaissance Three Case Pistol Set

Engraved Belgium Browning Renaissance Three Case Pistol Set

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Estimated Price: $4,500 - $6,500
Price Realized:
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A) Cased Engraved Belgium Browning High Power Renaissance Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Browning Arms
Model: High Power
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm parabellum
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch round
Finish: matte silver
Grip: simulated pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 4241
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 39
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Produced in Belgium from 1954 to 1968, this pistol was manufactured in the first years of production as part of a cased set of three (1954-1957 - early records do not give an exact year, only range). Features heavily engraved vine and floral pattern with an ink and bake dark background covering 95% of each pistol. This engraving pattern continues across the sides of the frame, around the trigger guard and on the grip straps. The left side of the slide is marked with the highly desirable "St. Louis" address as follows, "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST. LOUIS Mo/MADE IN BELGIUM". The right side of the slide and frame are stamped with the serial numbers. Features fixed sights, a round hammer, gold washed trigger and synthetic mother of pearl grips. Complete with desirable early Browning walnut red velour lined three pistol fitted case.

Rating Definition:

As new, 99% plus original finish and similarly conditioned grips. The case is in excellent condition with wear limited to some chipping of the varnish on the left rear side corner. An excellent conditioned pistol with highly desirable features for the collector.



B) Cased Engraved Belgium Browning Renaissance .380 Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Browning Arms
Model: High Power
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 380
Barrel: 3 1/2 inch round
Finish: matte silver
Grip: simulated pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 4241
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 39
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in Belgium from 1954 to 1968. Features vine and floral engraving with 98% coverage that extends to both sides of the frame, trigger guard and grip straps. The left side of the slide is marked with the highly desirable St. Louis address as follows, "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY_ ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI/MADE IN BELGIUM/(proof and makers mark)", with the serial number marked on the right side of the frame. It has a fixed front sight with a notched rear sight, with a sighting groove along the top of the slide. In addition, this pistol also has a dual function safety lever/slide lock, backstrap grip safety, gold wash trigger and synthetic pearl grips.

Rating Definition:

Near new, 99% original finish, with some moderate thinning of the gold plating on the trigger. The grips are in excellent condition, with the right grip having a slight yellow tinge as compared to the left. All else in like new condition. Case as described in "A". An excellent pistol with highly desirable features for the collector.



C) Cased Engraved Belgium Baby Browning Renaissance .25 Caliber Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Browning Arms
Model: Baby
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 6 mm
Barrel: 2 1/8 inch round
Finish: matte silver
Grip: simulated pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 4241
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 39
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Produced in Belgium from 1954 to 1968, this pistol was manufactured in the first years of production (1954-1958 - range only). Features vine and floral engraving with 98% coverage that extends to both sides of the frame, trigger guard and grip straps. The left side of the slide is marked, "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY/MADE IN BELGIUM", with the serial number stamped below. It has a gold plated trigger and synthetic mother of pearl grips.

Rating Definition:

Near new, 99% plus original finish, with slight thinning on the gold plating of the trigger. The grips are in excellent condition, with the right grip having a slight yellow tinge as compared to the left side. Case is as described in "A".



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