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Lot #492

Lot 491: Two Mauser P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

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

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Lot 491: Two Mauser P38 Semi-Automatic Pistols

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

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
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: 1089
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 118
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The left side of the slide has the "byf/43" markings along with a commercial "Eagle/N" proof. Spurious "Eagle/L" police proofmark on the right side of the slide with mix of Waffenamt and commercial proofs present. "P.38" marked magazine with two "Eagle/359" proofs on the spine. The base of the magazine has been re-numbered to the gun with an added "Eagle/L" proof.

Rating Definition:

Refinished. The pistol retains 95% of blue finish showing some thinning to a brown. There is an area of touch up blue around the deeply struck police proof. The grips are excellent with a few minor handling marks.



B) French Mauser "SVW/46" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: phosphate
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 1089
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 118
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The left side of the slide has the "SVW/46" marking and the right side of the slide has the French star proof. The left side of the trigger guard has a circled flaming grenade, the official symbol of French police groups. Visible "k" block serial numbers are matching. Fitted with ribbed steel grips. "P38v/U" marked magazine.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The pistol retains 98% original phosphate finish showing some scattered minor edge wear. The grips are also excellent showing some wear on the high spots.



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