Manufactured in 1939, this pistol is part of a seldom encountered 200-piece contract run for the government of Persia integrating a number of uncommon features. In addition to the larger caliber, the standard side markings have been moved to the right side, making room for a Persian crest flanked by Farsi markings on the left, with the (transliterated) number "7573" vertically on the left side of the frame opposite the serial number, and a butt-mounted ambidextrous magazine catch, with a Walther 9mm magazine properly uncut for a conventional button catch. The "crown/N" and Farsi proofs are concealed by the slide on the left side of the chamber hood and barrel, with the matching partial number hand marked inside the slide. Fitted with a 60 degree safety, ring hammer, and checkered Walther banner grips.

Very fine, with 75% of the slightly faded original blue finish, with scattered "salt and pepper" style pitting, edge wear, and mild handling marks. The unfinished chamber area has been repolished with light pitting visible. The grips are very good, with some scuffs and dents. Mechanically excellent.