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Lot #3472

Lot 3471: Unique Two P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Unique Collector's Lot of Two P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Lot 3471: Unique Two P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Unique Collector's Lot of Two 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 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/phosphate
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1273
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Phosphate finish with blue barrel. "Eagle/WaA135" proofs and the left side of the slide has the "byf/44" marking. Visible "d" serial numbers are matching. Ribbed grips and "P.38v" marked magazine with an "Eagle/WaA135" proof on the spine.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The barrel retains 85% thinned original blue finish with loss at the muzzle and some light pitting/spotting. The remaining surfaces retain 95% original phosphate finish showing some minor thinning. The grips are excellent with a few light handling marks.



B) French Mauser "SVW/45" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: phosphate
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1273
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured by the French after the Mauser factory was placed under French control at the end of World War II. Visible "g" block serial numbers are matching. "SVW/45" slide markings with the French star proof on the right side. Fitted with ribbed grips. Blue magazine marked with an "Eagle/WaA" proof over "jvd."

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The pistol retains 95% original phosphate finish showing some minor thinning. The grips are fine with a number of minor handling marks.



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