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Lot 3292: Experimental French Contract Savage Model 1907 Pistol

Scarce Documented Experimental French Contract Savage Model 1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3292: Experimental French Contract Savage Model 1907 Pistol

Scarce Documented Experimental French Contract Savage Model 1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:

Scarce Documented Experimental French Contract Savage Model 1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Savage Arms Corporation
Model: 1907
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 32 ACP
Barrel: 3 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 212
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 201
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1915-1916. This is one of only approximately 50 (serial numbered 0001A through 0050A) experimental/prototype pistols manufactured with a lanyard ring on the butt to secure a French military contract. These pistols were manufactured after the first batch of pistols sent to France did not meet immediate approval due to their lack of lanyard attaching hardware. This pistol has the correct hole in the lower back strap for the lanyard loop which is now absent. A similar example is pictured on p. 132 of "Savage Pistols" by Bailey Brower Jr., and these 50 pistols are discussed on p. 133, while this specific pistol is pictured on p. 49 of "Savage Automatic Pistols" by James Carr. Provenance: The James Carr Collection; The Bailey Brower, Jr. Collection, author of “Savage Pistols”

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 40% of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and a few small scattered patches of very light surface pitting. The grips are also very good with a few scattered minor handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. A scarce Savage experimental French military contract pistol!



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