Manufactured in 1937, the VIS-35 Pistol was the standard sidearm of Poland, and following the invasion and occupation in September 1939, it became a secondary arm for the Wehrmacht. The pre-occupation pistols show a level of fit and finish not seen on the ones produced for the Germans and bear the Polish Eagle on the left side of the slide between the model, date and patent markings. Fixed sights, "F.B. RADOM/1937r." and "VIS-wz 35/pat. Nr 15567" on the left side of the slide, and numerous small proofs on both sides of the trigger guard. Matching numbers are present on the frame, underside of the slide, rear of the extractor, and the back of the barrel lug. Equipped with a takedown catch and a slotted back strap for mounting a stock (both features absent from the occupation model) and fitted with a pair of checkered grips marked "FB" and "VIS" on the left and right side, respectively.

Very fine, with 80% plus original blue finish, showing high edge wear, scattered spotting and light handling marks. A few areas of bright wear are visible on the left side of the slide and on the front strap, and the protected areas show a thick coating of aged storage grease. The grips are also very fine, with a few light dings. Mechanically excellent.