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Lot 275:Collectors Lot of Two WWII European Semi-Automatic Pistols

April 20th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Lot 275:Collectors Lot of Two WWII European Semi-Automatic Pistols

April 20th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,200 - $1,800

A) Beretta Model 1934 Semi-Automatic Pistol

WWII Model 1934 pistol manufactured during German occupation of Italy. Standard German occupation slide legend with the date 1944. The left grip tang is marked with a questionable "eagle/WaA162" German Army acceptance stamp and a "4/UT" inspection marking (Italian 4th Technical Service). Frame and slide numbers match (according to Beretta records, BB suffixed serial numbered Model 1934 pistols were manufactured for Nazi forces). Standard metal backed plastic "PB" emblem grips.

ConditionRefinished. The pistol retains most of the blue finish with some scattered minor pitting. The grips are excellent with only the slightest handling marks. Barrel moves freely when the magazine is out and the slide is pulled back.

Details

ManufacturerBeretta Pietro

Model1934

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge9 mm corto

Barrel3 3/8 inch round

Finishblue

Gripplastic

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page73

B) Sauer Model 38H Nazi Police Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster

Left side of slide marked "J.P. SAUER & SOHN SUHL/CAL 7,65" and right slide marked "PATENT". The clear "eagle/C" police acceptance stamp is located on the left trigger guard web and "eagle/N" commercial proofs on the slide, barrel, and frame. Magazine is numbered to gun with the base having the caliber and intertwined SS markings. Fitted with standard grips. With a "DRGM" marked leather holster.

ConditionExcellent. The pistol retains 90% original blue finish with some minor edge wear. The back strap has a smooth gray patina and a few minor scratches and the front grip strap thinning to a brown patina. Grips are excellent with a few minor handling marks and a hairline crack on the bottom of the right panel. The checkering is crisp. Mechanically fine. Holster is very good with some absent stitching on the belt loop and some minor flex wear.