Manufactured in 1940. Blade front and adjustable rear notch sights, standard markings on the barrel frame and slide, and correct early "elephant ear" style checkered grips. Includes Bucheimer leather holster

Excellent. 97% plus original blue finish remains with some light edge wear, handling marks, and a trace of light spotting. The grips are very fine with crisp checkering, some scattered small dings on the bottom edges, and an indentation across the front grip strap area. Mechanically excellent. Holster is fine with some nicks and scuffs, and some verdigris around the metal fittings.