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LOT 3582
World War II German
Occupation “Lunch Box Special”
Norwegian Kongsberg Model
1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol -
NSN, 11.25 mm cal., 5 inch round
bbl., phosphate finish, hardwood grips. The Norwegian Kongsberg
Model 1914 was a 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 is nearly devoid of markings. It was
only ever marked on the slide with the caliber and model markings. The included informational plaque states this gun is a “Lunch Box Special”. These were guns manufactured during German occupation outside the factory for resistance groups across Europe with parts taken from the factory. The plaque states this pistol made its way to Paris in order to aid the French resistance in their efforts against the
German army.
CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining 80% plus original phosphate finish with handling marks and an attractive smooth brown and grey patina on the balance. The grips are very good with softened checkering and original black varnish remaining in some protected areas. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 3583
Walther Model HP Commercial Semi-Automatic
Pistol - Serial no. 2356, 9 mm cal., 4 7/8 inch round bbl.,
blue finish, plastic grips. The slide has the Walther banner, two
line address/caliber marking and “Mod HP” on the left side and the
left side of the barrel lug is stamped with the Walther banner. The
commercial “eagle/N” proof is stamped on the right side of the slide
and frame. Matching numbers on the frame and slide, with the lug marked “9 PARA”. Fitted with early style “480” code marked checkered grips. The magazine is marked “P.38” on the left side.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 95% plus of the bright original blue finish, showing a few scratches and mild wear overall. White and red paint has been added to the sights. The grips are also excellent, with a few light scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,500 - 3,500
LOT 3584
World War II Walther “ac/41” Code
P.38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with
Holster and Capture Certificate -
Serial no. 858j, 9 mm cal., 4 7/8 inch
round bbl., blue finish, plastic grips. Blade
front and fixed 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, and locking block, “196” on the “359”
proofed magazine floorplate, with a full blue
finish and ribbed brown plastic grip. Included
with the pistol is an extra magazine, a brown
leather “gxy 1942” holster and a 1945 European
Theater capture certificate identifying this pistol
by serial number to a T5 Jeremiah Healy Junior.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% plus original blue
finish, showing a plum patina on the barrel, areas of gray patina, bright edge wear and mild handling marks. The grips are very fine, with some light scuffs. The holster is fair, with the closure staple detached but included, a number of scuffs, and mixed hand markings. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 3585
World War II German Occupation
“1945” Dated Norwegian Kongsberg
Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol -
Serial no. 30232, 11.25 mm cal., 5 inch
round bbl., phosphate finish, hardwood
grips. The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a 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 “WAA 84”. Inspection mark behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, mainspring housing, grip safety, barrel, and slide release.
CONDITION: Fine, retaining 60% faded, thin original phosphate finish with handling marks, light pitting, and edge wear. Grips are fine
with worn checkering, dings, and original black varnish remaining in protected places. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection.
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 3586
RZM Marked Walther PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol
Rig with Holster and Extra Magazine - Serial no. 824326,
7.65 mm auto cal., 3 1/4 inch round bbl., blue finish,
plastic grips. The Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) served as the
quartermasters office of the National Socialists and later
became the chief authority on textiles in the Third Reich.
Fixed sights and standard markings, with “crown/N” proofs
on the barrel, chamber hood and slide, and the addition of
the etched circular “RZM” logo on the left side of the slide
between the model marking and the serrations. The interior
of the slide is numbered to match the frame. Serrated ring
hammer, 90 degree safety and checkered brown plastic
“WALTHER” banner grips with matching colored grip extension.
Includes an Albrecht Kind holster and an extra
flat-base magazine.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% of the original blue finish, showing
bright edge wear, a few areas of brown spotting, and mild handling marks. The grips are fine, flexing slightly at the bottom, with a few light scratches. The holster is very good and shows some dark spots, scuffs, and old handwriting on and inside the flap. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 3587
“1947” Dated Post-World War
II Norwegian Kongsberg Model
1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol with
Ammunition Box - Serial no. 32561,
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. These pistols are nearly
identical to the Colt Model 1911. This Model 1914 features a slide dated “1947” 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 Monogram of King Haakon. Inspection mark behind the rear sight and under the date. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, mainspring housing, grip safety, barrel, and slide
release. Includes an empty box of Raufoss
11.25 mm ammunition.
CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% plus original phosphate
finish with some handing marks. Grips are fine with crisp
checkering and some light dents. Mechanically excellent.
Ammunition box is very fine with storage and handling marks.
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
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