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Lot 930: Walther P 38 Pistol 9 mm

Elaborately Engraved John Martz Custom Three-Barrel Set P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Presentation Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Lot 930: Walther P 38 Pistol 9 mm

Elaborately Engraved John Martz Custom Three-Barrel Set P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Presentation Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Estimated Price: $3,750 - $6,500
Price Realized:
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Elaborately Engraved John Martz Custom Three-Barrel Set P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Presentation Case

Manufacturer: Walther
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm
Barrel: 4 7/8 inch round
Finish: satin nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2222
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 192
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

This pistol was produced by noted gunsmith and arms customizer John Martz who is best known for his work on vintage German military pistols. It has blue steel blade front and notch rear sights with the remainder of the pistol finished in a satin nickel. It has over 90% coverage scroll engraving with textured backgrounds, geometric accents, and "B" in a small banner on the underside of the trigger guard. The pistol comes with a 3 1/8 inch "baby" barrel and a 7 inch long barrel, with all barrels finished and engraved to match the pistol. It has a pair of scroll carved hardwood grips and a blue felt lined hardwood case.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as custom built and embellished with 98% of the satin nickel finish and showing some light handling marks overall. The grips are very fine with a few minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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