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Lot 2724: Mauser 'S/42' Code, 1938 Production Luger

Exceptional Mauser "S/42" Code, 1938 Production Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Lot 2724: Mauser 'S/42' Code, 1938 Production Luger

Exceptional Mauser "S/42" Code, 1938 Production Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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Exceptional Mauser "S/42" Code, 1938 Production Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P08
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1824
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 323
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Dated "1938" on the chamber, with the "S/42" code on the toggle. "Eagle/63" and "droop wing eagle" proofs on the right side of the barrel extension and on the barrel, with the firing proof repeated on the barrel and breechblock, and "GESICHERT" and "GELADEN" on the upper safety area and extractor, respectively. Matching numbers (sans magazine), with checkered hardwood grips and blue magazine with aluminum base.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with 97% plus of the original blue finish, showing light wear along the high edges, a small amount of brown patina, and mild handling marks. A few barely noticeable spots of mild pitting are present on the high spot of the side plate. Grips are excellent, with sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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