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Lot #445
Lot #447

Lot 446: Two European Handguns

Two European Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Lot 446: Two European Handguns

Two European Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Steyr Model 1908

Manufacturer: Steyr
Model: 1908
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 7.65 mm
Barrel: 3-3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1084
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 94
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Based on and licensed from the designs on Nicholas Pieper, this one is dated 21 above the Austrian proof on the left side of the barrel. Dovetail front sight and notch rear sight. Hinged barrel with overhead spring loaded guide rod, and serrated slide. The frame has a smooth trigger, concealed hammer, barrel release, and safety switch on the left side, backstrap magazine release, and lanyard ring. Grips are checkered walnut.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrel frame and slide show approximately 95% plus of the original blue finish with some edge and high spot wear, with some nicks and scratches. The grips are very good with some handling marks throughout. Mechanically excellent.



B) Langenhan 7.65mm Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Langenhan Friedrich
Model: Army
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 7.65 mm auto
Barrel: 4-1/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1084
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 94
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Marked "F.L. SELBSTLADER/D.R.G.M. 625263" on the right side of the breechblock. Friedrich Langenhan patented this pistol before WWI and large numbers were made for Army use but they were not popular and never appeared on the commercial market. Features a four inch barrel, front blade, rear notch sights, and an eight round detachable magazine.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The pistol retains 98% blue finish overall, with some minor wear especially near the muzzle and in the swing of the safety lever. The barrel/top portion of the pistol exhibits a slightly duller factory finish, however, the markings are clear and sharp. The wood shows some light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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