This is a unique example of a very rare early experimental/prototype J. P. Sauer and Sohns Model 38H with the lightweight (duraluminum) frame and all polished metal finish. The Sauer & Sohns firm also experimented with a lightweight frame design just like the Walther factory did. This example falls into the serial number range of other prototype pistols, and is discussed on page 281 of "JP Sauer & Sohn" by Cate & Gijn and pictured on page 282. It has an all polished satin finish on the frame and slide. The left side of slide is marked with the short factory markings of: "J.P. SAUER & SOHN SUHL/CAL 7.65", and right side of the slide is marked "PATENT". The slide is fitted with a standard, blued fixed rear sight. The right rear side of the frame, slide and front edge of the barrel are all stamped with a single "Crown/N" commercial proof. The serial number is stamped on the right rear side of the frame above the grip. It is fitted with a set of checkered black plastic grips with the Sauer monogram on the lower left side. It comes with two original magazines that have the original/correct polished satin finish. Both are marked on the base plate with the intertwined "SS" factory logo and "CAL. 7.65".

Very fine with all the metal surfaces still in the polished from the factory with clear sharp markings on the sides of the slide and frame with numerous scuffs and dings overall. The grips are in excellent condition with nice sharp checkering and factory markings. Mechanically excellent. A very scarce all original J.P. Sauer & Sohns prototype Model 38H pistol.