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LOT 1575
Documented World War II “1945” Dated German
Occupation Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914
Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial no. 30595, 11.25
mm cal., 5 inch round bbl., phosphate finish, walnut
grips. The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a slightly
modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. These pistols are nearly identical to the Colt Model 1911. This Model 1914 features a
slide dated “1945” on the right side. The left side of the slide is marked with the
later model 1914 caliber, model, and serial number marking with the Kongsberg crest and no German occupation era markings. Inspection mark under the date and behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, mainspring housing, grip safety, barrel, and slide release. This pistol is pictured and mentioned by serial number on page 131 of “Kongberg-Colten” by Karl Egil Hanevik. Includes a plaque stating the “3” appears to be an “8” due to a factory error where the first “3” was stamped in reverse (also discussed on page 131).
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 98% original phosphate finish with limited handling marks and spots of slightly worn checkering on the grips. Magazine follower is worn and does not reliably engage the last round hold open, which resolved itself when tested with other magazines, otherwise mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 3,500 - 5,500
LOT 1576
Scarce World War II German Military Proofed
Walther Model HP Semi-Automatic Pistol with
Holster - Serial no. 21277, 9 mm cal., 4 7/8 inch
round bbl., blue finish, plastic grips. Manufactured
usually for commercial market, this particular Walther HP (Heeres Pistole = Army Pistol) was marked for acceptance by the German Waffenamt for military use. Blade front and notch rear sights, with the commercial style banner, address, 9 m/m caliber and “Mod. HP” on the left side of the slide, matching numbers and “eagle/N” commercial proofs in the proper places, and the “eagle/359” proof on the right side of the slide. Fitted with a set of ribbed brown plastic grips and a later “P.38v” marked magazine. Includes a black leather flap holster, marked “bla/44” on the back and hand-signed “M.R. Murphy” inside the flap, and an extra magazine.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% plus original blue finish, showing some bright edge wear and mild handling marks overall. The grips are very fine, with a few light scuffs. The holster is very good, with mild handling marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
LOT 1577
Wartime Commercial Walther P.38 Semi-Automatic Pistol Rig with Holster - Serial no. 25390, 9 mm cal., 4 7/8 inch round
bbl., blue finish, plastic grips. Manufactured about 1940-
1945, this is one of a limited number of Walther P.38 pistols
meant for the commercial market instead of military contract production. Known destinations for these pistols include
civilian purchase, police issue, and a small amount of export
to friendly and neutral nations. Blade front and notch rear sights, with the Walther banner, two-line address and caliber markings, and “Mod P.38” on the left side, and the serial number on top (concealed by the barrel with the breech closed). Further matching numbers are present on the barrel, locking block and frame, with “eagle/N” proofs in appropriate locations. Fitted with a pair of ribbed plastic grips and a blued steel magazine marked “P.38v” on the left side. Includes a black leather flap holster marked “jwa/4” on the back and an extra magazine.
LOT 1578
Documented Pre-World War II
Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914
Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial no.
22051, 11.25 mm cal., 5 inch round
bbl., phosphate finish, hardwood grips. The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a slightly modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. This Model 1914 features a slide dated “1934” on the right side. The left side of
the slide is marked with the caliber, model, and serial number marking with the monogram of King Haakon and the Kongsberg crest. Inspection mark below the date and behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on slide, frame, trigger, safety, slide stop, mainspring housing, grip safety, ejector, and barrel. This pistol
s documented by serial number on page 104 of “Kongsberg Colten by Karl Egil Hanevik as having been sent to naval artillery in Horten. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% original phosphate finish
with some handling marks. Grips are very good with some spots
of softened checkering, and added varnish remaining in protected places. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 1579
World War II Walther “ac/41” Code P.38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Magazine, Shoulder Holster and Capture Certificate - Serial no. 3505g, 9 mm cal., 4 7/8 inch round bbl., blue finish, plastic grips. Blade front and
ixed notch rear sights, stacked “ac/41” code on left side of the slide, “eagle” firing proof and double “eagle/359” acceptance marks on the right. Matching numbers are present on the slide, frame, barrel, locking block and
he magazine floorplate, with a full blue finish and ibbed brown plastic grip. Included with the pistol s a brown leather chest rig holster and a 1945
European Theater capture certificate identifying his pistol by serial number (minus suffix)
o a T4 Robert Norton.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 85% of the original blue
finish, with brown surface oxidization concentrated on the front strap,
bright edge wear, and handling marks. The grips are fine, with mild
scuffing. The holster is very good, with the closure stud pulled out of the body and mild wear. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 1580
World War II Military Inspected Walther Model PP
Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster - Serial no. 224192P,
7.65 mm auto cal., 3 3/4 inch round bbl., blue finish, plastic
grips. Fixed sights, with “eagle/N” proofs on the chamber,
muzzle and slide, “WaA359” Heer stamps on the left side of
the slide and frame, and the Walther banner, 2-line address
and caliber markings and “Mod. PP” on the left side of the
slide. Matching numbers are present on the right side of
the external slide and frame (desirable feature found on
SS ordered pistols, this pistol’s number is not one of those).
Fitted with a 60 degree safety, loaded chamber indicator
and checkered Walther grips. Two flat-base magazines
(both numbered on the floorplate to a different pistol) are
included, and a black leather holster hand marked “ERFELT” inside the flap.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 85% plus original blue finish, showing bright wear along the high edges, light handling marks, and mild oxidization concentrated on the grip straps. The grips are also very fine, with some scuffing on the bottom of the right panel and mild dings overall. The holster is very fine, with some light
scratches and tight stitching. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750 427
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CONDITION: Very fine, with 75% of the original blue finish. The barrel and frame have taken on a plum patina, gray on the front strap, with bright edge wear and scattered handling marks. The grips are also very fine, with some scuffs and dings. The holster is very fine, with light scratches and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,400 - 2,250