Manufactured in 1920, this is an outstanding and unique example of a Savage Model 1917 pistol. It has the standard two-line address, patent date, and caliber marking on top of the slide. It is fitted with standard blade and notch sights, and a pair of smooth pearl grips. The finish on the pistol is entirely gold plating, including the barrel, trigger, and hammer. The consignor notes that only 12 of these pistols were gold plated. The included factory letter doesn't mention the gold finish but lists shipment to The Hukill Hunter Co. on 7 December 1920. Includes a scarce factory box correctly labeled to the gun and a modern hardwood case. It's not unusual for Savage records to be incomplete on special decoration. From the collection of Bailey Brower, Jr., who believes this to be factory special finish and grips, and included it in his award winning display "The Gold Standard." Provenance: The Bailey Brower, Jr. Collection, author of “Savage Pistols”

Very fine, retains 97% gold plating with some very light edge wear and a few scattered light handling marks. The grips are very fine with a light surface chip/flake near the screw of the right panel, and otherwise only the slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with some mild wear and minor corner separation. The case is excellent with only the slightest handling/storage marks.