Manufactured 1916-1918 and proofed for issue to the Imperial German armed forces. Blade front and 500-meter tangent rear sights, with the three-line address on the top chamber flat, "crown/crown/U" on the chamber and bolt, "crown/gothic letter" on the right side of the chamber and the two-line address on the right side of the frame. External numbers are matching overall with a New Safety hammer, slotted back strap, and matching numbered 27-groove grips with a branded and red-filled "9" on each panel. Included with the pistol is a shoulder stock with the matching serial number stamped on the attaching iron and "A. Schipps" in pencil on the left side, a brown leather harness with a faint 1918 Stuttgart makers mark and matching pencil marking, an extra magazine spring, and a wood handled barrel cleaning rod.

Very fine, with 75% plus of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown and gray patina, bright edge wear, mild spotting and light handling marks. The grips are also very fine, with a few light dings and scuffs. The stock is fine, with a short hairline crack visible near the latch and some mild dents, and the harness is good, with some stains, cracks and tears. Mechanically excellent.