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Lot 277:Pre-War Fabrique Nationale High Power Semi-Automatic Pistol

April 20th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Lot 277:Pre-War Fabrique Nationale High Power Semi-Automatic Pistol

April 20th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,200 - $1,800

Pre-War Fabrique Nationale High Power Semi-Automatic Pistol

Scarce Pre-Nazi occupation, pistol with the tangent rear sight and a slotted back strap. The left side of the slide has the two-line Herstal marking over "BROWNING'S PATENT DEPOSE" with Belgian proofs on the slide, frame and chamber matching. Stacked matching numbers on the slide and frame. Fitted with checkered grips.

ConditionVery good. The pistol retains 90% original blue finish with edge and high spot wear; the balance a smooth brown patina. There is some mild spotting/pitting. The grips are fine with some minor pressure dents and overall the checkering remains crisp.

Details

ManufacturerFabrique Nationale

ModelHi Power

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge9 mm para

Barrel4 5/8 inch round

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL