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Lot #1456
Lot #1458

Lot 1457: O. J. Harrington Broomhandle Pistol 7.65 mm auto

Unique Experimental/Prototype O.J. Harrington Broomhandle Style Semi-Automatic Pistol Dated 1936

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Lot 1457: O. J. Harrington Broomhandle Pistol 7.65 mm auto

Unique Experimental/Prototype O.J. Harrington Broomhandle Style Semi-Automatic Pistol Dated 1936

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Unique Experimental/Prototype O.J. Harrington Broomhandle Style Semi-Automatic Pistol Dated 1936

Manufacturer: O. J. Harrington
Model: Broomhandle
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 7.65 mm auto
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 177
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Marked "MADE/BY/O.J.HARRINGTON/1936" on the right side of the frame and "Y" in an oval on top of the chamber, this pistol takes many design cues from the Mauser Broomhandle. The two most noticeable changes are to the frame; the fixed magazine is replaced with a well for a flush-fitting detachable magazine (not included), and the grip altered to a more rectangular profile with a sharper grip angle, more in line with a Luger than the original Mauser. The sights are also upgraded, with the front blade mounted on a more pronounced and contoured collar and a windage adjustment knob on the tangent rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the receiver and the butt of the grip.

Rating Definition:

Very fine with 75% of the original blue finish. A mixed brown and gray patina is forming on the high edges, with mild pitting concentrated on the muzzle and front sight collar, and light handling marks overall. The grips are very good with some light dents. The safety lever is absent, but it is otherwise mechanically very good. Missing magazine.



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