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LOT 463
Exhibition Quality
Factory Engraved
and Gold Inlaid
Fabrique Nationale
Browning Model 1900 Semi-Automatic
Pistol with Pearl Grips - Serial no. 75890, 7.65 mm
auto cal., 4 inch round bbl., blue finish, pearl grips.
Manufactured between 1899-1911. This example
features fine scroll pattern engraving with gold inlaid
borders. Blade front and notch rear sights with pop-up cocking indicator,
with stacked matching numbers on the right side of the rear sight, slide
and frame, Liege proofs in the same arrangement on the left, “FABRIQUE-
NATIONALE-HERSTAL-LIEGE,(BROWNING’S-PATENT)” marked on the left of the
slide, and an oval pistol and FN logo over “BREVETE-S.G.D.G.” on the left of the
frame. “FEU” and “SUR” safety markings, and the grips are lustrous pearl.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 80% of the original blue finish, showing areas of
brown and gray patina, minor spotting and light edge wear and handling
marks. The attractive grips are fine, with minor chips and brown spots.
Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 462
Scarce Friedrich Pfannl
Kolibri Semi-Automatic
Pistol with Pearl Grips,
Factory Presentation Case
and Ammunition - NSN, 2.7
mm cal., 1 1/2 inch round
bbl., nickel finish, pearl grips.
Manufactured c.1914-1938.
Designed by Friedrich Pfannl
of Austria, the Kolibri and its
cartridge, the 2.7mm Kolibri, are
credited as the smallest centerfire
pistol and centerfire cartridge to
see production, with the pistol
easily fitting in the palm and
measuring less than 3 inches long.
Manufactured with a notched
groove sight on top of the slide,
with a “FEU” and “SUR” marked
safety switch on the right side of
the frame, “crown/crown/U” proof and
smooth pearl grips. Included with the pistol is
a green leatherette case with “Kolibri” marked inside the lid and
a French-cut green velvet interior with space for the pistol and an
included small box that holds thirteen rounds of 2.7mm ammunition.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% plus original nickel finish, showing a patch of flaking on the left side
and minor handling marks overall. The grips are excellent. The safety switch is a bit loose, otherwise
mechanically functions fine. The case shows mild wear and tear.
Estimate: 4,500 - 6,500
LOT 464
V. C. Schilling Model 1896 Bergmann Semi-Automatic Pistol with Case and Accessories - Serial no. 997, 5 mm cal.,
3 inch round bbl., blue finish, hard rubber grips. Manufactured c.1896-1897 by the firm of V. Charles Schilling of Suhl, the
Bergmann was developed in the mid 1890s, improved upon by Louis Schmeisser, and was produced in limited numbers in
a handful of variations. Blade front and notch rear sights, German “crown/crown/U” proofs, Schilling “mountain man” oval
logo on the right side of the frame, and “611” on the left side of the barrel. Fitted with a straw finished trigger and hammer,
niter blue safety, and checkered hard rubber grips with “B” imprints. Includes a black leatherette case with relined green
felt lining and factory Bergmann ribbon inside the lid, with space for the pistol and the following included accessories;
screwdriver, barrel cleaning rod, oil container, five reproduction clips, and ten rounds of ammunition.
CONDITION: Fine, with 70% of the faded original blue finish, showing areas of brown and gray patina, bright edge wear,
scattered handling marks and light spotting. The grips are very good, with some light scratches. The disconnector needs
adjustment as the hammer does not stay cocked, otherwise mechanically functions. The relined case and accessories
are fine.
Estimate: 3,000 - 4,500