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Lot 3470: Two World War II Mauser P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two World War II Mauser P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Lot 3470: Two World War II Mauser P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two World War II Mauser P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Mauser "byf/43" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1416
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Standard "byf/43" slide markings and standard "Eagle/135" proofs with the firing proof and "*" on the right side of the slide. Visible "d" block serial numbers match. Ribbed grips and "P.38v" marked magazine which has an "Eagle/135" proof on the spine. Pistol is listed by serial number in Buxton's THE P.38 PISTOL, VOL II with the asterisk on the slide noted.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The pistol retains 97% original blue finish showing a faint plum patina. The grips are excellent with some scattered very minor handling marks.



B) Mauser Dual Tone "byf/44" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1416
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Blue barrel with remaining surfaces having a phosphate finish. "Eagle/WaA135" proofs, left side of slide has "byf/44" markings, visible "d" block serial numbers are matching, ribbed grips and jvd magazine.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The barrel retains 97% original blue finish showing a faint plum patina. The remaining metal surfaces retain 95% original phosphate finish showing some thinning to a gray.



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