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Lot 3331:Mauser Semi-Automatic Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistols

December 4th, 2016|Rock Island, IL

Lot 3331:Mauser Semi-Automatic Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistols

December 4th, 2016|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$900 - $1,400

A) Mauser WTP Semi-Automatic Pistol

Introduced in 1921, the WTP (Westen Taschen Pistol) was Mauser's first new post-WWI offering. Features fixed blade and notch sights on the slide, commercial "crown/U" proofs on the slide and barrel, thumb and magazine safeties, and a smooth nitre blue trigger. The wraparound grips are checkered hard rubber with the Mauser banner logo in the center.

ConditionFine with 85% original blue finish and strong nitre blue finish on the trigger. Displaying faint edge wear, handling marks, and traces of light spotting. The grips are fine with handling marks and some small chips on the right side near the magazine well. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerMauser

ModelWtp

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge6.35 mm auto

Barrel2 1/4 inch round

Finishblue

Griphard rubber

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page152

B) Mauser WTP II Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistol

Introduced in the late 1930s. Features fixed blade and notch sights, standard markings on the slide, and a commercial "crown/U" proofmark on the right side of the slide. Fitted with brown checkered Mauser banner grips.

ConditionExcellent with 97% of the original blue finish, light handling marks, clear markings, and small surface scratches. The grips are very fine with light handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.