Page 279 - 88-BOOK1

LOT 318
Excellent World War I Mauser Military “Red 9” Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Shoulder Stock - Serial no. 93970, 9 mm cal., 5 1/2
inch round bbl., blue finish, hardwood grips. Manufactured 1916-1918. Blade front and 500-meter tangent rear sights, with the three- line address on the top chamber flat, “crown/Gothic letter” military proof on the right chamber flat, “crown/crown/U” on the chamber and bolt, and the two-line address on the right side of the frame. External numbers are matching overall with a New Safety hammer, slotted back strap, and matching numbered 32-groove grips with a branded and red-filled “9” on each panel. Included with the pistol is
a matching numbered shoulder stock, 1918 dated brown leather harness, cleaning rod, spare magazine spring and two stripper clips.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% plus original blue finish, showing bright edge wear, mild handling marks, and a small amount of spotting. The grips are very fine, with some contact with the lanyard ring and other light dings. The stock is very fine, with some mild dents on the wood, light wear on the iron, and some cracking, scuffs, and stains on the otherwise fine harness. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 6,500 - 9,500
LOT 319
World War I DWM 1917 Production Artillery Luger Pistol with Holster - Serial no. 6926m, 9 mm Luger cal., 8 inch round bbl., blue finish, checkered walnut grips. Blade front and tangent rear sight, “1917” date on chamber and “DWM” on
the toggle. Three “crown/ letter” proofs are present on the right side of the barrel extension, with Imperial Eagle firing
proofs on the extension, barrel and breechblock. Matching visible numbers on pistol. Properly marked safety position and extractor. Straw colored small parts, checkered walnut grips, and non-matching nickel plated magazine with wood base (1484o). Complete with holster and cleaning rod CONDITION: Fine. The pistol retains 75% faded original blue finish showing some minor thinning on the balance and
some light pin point pitting on the barrel. The small parts retain traces of original straw color. There is a loose chip nea the thumb safety; otherwise, the grips are very fine with a few very minor nicks in the overall crisp checkering. Action functions but needs work as it does not cock. The holster is good with detached but included closure strap Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
. r
.
LOT 320
Elaborate Flag for a German Veteran’s Association -
Measuring about 46 inches wide and 41 inches tall, this elaborate flag is decorated for a German veteran’s association (Kriegsverein or Kriegerverein). Both sides are of fine cloth construction, with extensive thread and wire embroidery, especially of oak leaf and plant motifs, and gold fringe trim
on three sides. One side of the flag is faced in red cloth, with
the lettering “Krieger-Verein/19-10/Mersch” surrounding an embroidered scene of an angel handing a laurel of victory to
a German soldier reclining by a stream; by the soldier’s rifle
and accoutrements, it appears to be a late 19th/early 20th century scene. Records show a Mersch as a small town located in what is now North Rhine-Westphalia, historically contested ground between the Prussians and the French. The reverse
is faced in white cloth, with a Prussian Royal Eagle in the
center, surrounded by the text “Schorsam, Treue, Tapferkeit” (Stewardship, Loyalty, Bravery) and “Des Deutschen Kriegers Ehrenkleid!” (The German Warrior’s Uniform!) at top and bottom. A set of small suspension rings are attached to one side. CONDITION: The red velvet side is fine, with strong color, good details, and a solid appearance overall. The very good white side shows a number of tears and stains. A few tears and rough spots are visible on the otherwise fine trim.
Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000
277