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Lot #1534
Lot #1536

Lot 1535: Mauser P 38 Pistol 9 mm Luger

French Proofed Mauser "byf/44" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Steel Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Lot 1535: Mauser P 38 Pistol 9 mm Luger

French Proofed Mauser "byf/44" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Steel Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Estimated Price: $950 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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French Proofed Mauser "byf/44" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Steel Grips

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: black
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 1893
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 194
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

This steel gripped P38 variant is referred to by collectors as the "Gray Ghost P38". The left side of the slide has the "byf/44" marking with the right side having an "Eagle/WaA135" proof, Waffenamt firing proof and French star proof. Left side of barrel lug has an "Eagle/WaA135" proof. Visible "h" block serial numbers are matching. Fitted with ribbed steel grips. The "P.38" marked magazine has an "Eagle/WaA135" proof and "jvd" on the spine.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The pistol retains 95% dark blue/phosphate finish with the thinning on the front strap and some minor high edge wear. The grips are excellent showing some gray on the high edges. Mechanically excellent.



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