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Lot 1618: Two Walther Model 1 Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Walther Model 1 Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2016

Lot 1618: Two Walther Model 1 Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Walther Model 1 Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2016

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Walther Model 1 Pistol with Long Barrel Extension, as Pictured in "Walther Volume III" by Rankin

Manufacturer: Walther
Model: 1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 6.35 mm
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 3397
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 288
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured from the 1900s into the 1930s. Fixed sights, two-line caliber and patent marking on the left side of the slide, push button safety on the frame, and a niter blue slide catch and trigger. The grips are smooth, and the barrel is fitted with a 4 1/4 inch long smooth extension sleeve that is numbered to match the pistol. The pistol appears on page 23 of James Rankin's "Walther Volume III, 1908-1980" (copyright 1981) where it is identified by serial number and called out for its long barrel and grips.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with 90% of the original blue finish, showing a few areas of brown patina, mild edge wear and light handling marks overall. Grips are very good, with some light scratches, minor age cracks on the top and bottom, and attractive grain and color. Mechanically fine.



B) Walther Model 1 Pistol

Manufacturer: Walther
Model: 1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 6.35 mm auto
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 3397
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 288
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

As A, with "WALTHER'S PATENT" on the left side of the frame and checkered "CW" monogram grips. It is pictured and discussed on page 20 of "Walther Volume III, 1908-1980" by Rankin.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with 97% plus of the original blue finish, showing some areas of brown patina mild edge wear and light handling marks. Strong niter blue is present on the trigger and slide catch. The grips are also excellent, with some mild dings. Mechanically excellent.



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