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Lot #3472
Lot #3474

Lot 3473: Three World War II German P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Collector's Lot of Three World War II German P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Lot 3473: Three World War II German P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Collector's Lot of Three World War II German P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) Mauser "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: 1293
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

"Eagle/WaA135" proofs and the left side of the slide has the "byf/44" marking. Visible "a" block serial numbers match. Fitted with ribbed grips and the "P.38v" marked magazine has an "Eagle/WaA135" proof on the spine.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The pistol retains 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. The grips are excellent with a few minor handling marks.



B) Walther "ac44" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Scarce FN Frame

Manufacturer: Walther
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1293
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

One line "ac44" slide marking with the right side of the slide with an eagle firing proof flanked by "Eagle/359" proofs. An additional "Eagle/359" proof is stamped on the left side of barrel lug. The left side of the frame is stamped with an "Eagle/140" proof (the acceptance stamp on FN manufactured P38 parts). The visible "h" block serial numbers match. Ribbed grips and "P.38", "jvd" marked and eagle proofed magazine.

Rating Definition:

Refinished. The pistol retains 90% of the blue finish with thinning on the front grip strap and cycling marks on top of the barrel. The grips are excellent with a few minor handling marks.



C) Spreewerke "cyq" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Spreewerke
Model: P38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1293
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Barrel lug is marked "cyq" and "Bi", visible "z" block serial numbers match, "Eagle/88" proofs, ribbed grips, late hammer and magazine with an "Eagle/359" proof on the spine.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The pistol retains 70% original blue finish with a mottled brown-gray patina. Some scattered light pitting is present. The grips are very good with a few nicks on the grooves and a number of minor handling marks.



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