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Lot 3333: Tokyo Gas and Electric Model 1904 "Papa Nambu" Pistol

Tokyo Gas and Electric Model 1904 "Papa Nambu" Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Lot 3333: Tokyo Gas and Electric Model 1904 "Papa Nambu" Pistol

Tokyo Gas and Electric Model 1904 "Papa Nambu" Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Tokyo Gas and Electric Model 1904 "Papa Nambu" Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Japanese
Model: Papa Nambu
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
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Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 186
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured on an Army contract, with the "stacked cannonball" Tokyo Arsenal marking on the right side of the receiver near the serial number and model marking, and the "GTE" logo of Tokyo Gas and Electric on top of the chamber. Blade front and tangent rear sights, front grip safety, smooth backstrap and checkered grips. With one nickel finished magazine with an alloy base. Provenance: The Steven Preston Military Collection

Rating Definition:

Fine, with 70% of the arsenal refurbished blue finish, showing scattered spotting, edge wear and mild handling marks. The grips are good, with flat spots, dings, and minor edge chips. Numbers are mixed or absent on multiple parts. The magazine sits a bit low in the well and the trigger does not consistently reset, otherwise mechanically fine.



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