Manufactured from 1923 to 1931, these Model P pistols were based heavily on John Browning's design for the Model 1911 pistol, and were intended for use by the Spanish military. This example is marked with its 1924 manufacture date on the top rear of the slide. The left side of the slide is marked "BONAFACIO ECHEVERRIA EIBAR <ESPANA> STAR CAL. 45" with a Spanish rampant lion proof behind the serrations. The left of the frame has "crown/shield", rampant lion, and "PV" proofs. The early three-digit serial number is marked on the butt. It is fitted with blade and windage adjustable notch sights, long smooth trigger, serrated slide stop, thumb safety, and hammer, smooth flat back strap, a lanyard ring on the lower left, and checkered grips with the Star trademark.