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LOT 3418
World War II German Walther
Third Issue Zero Series P.38
Semi-Automatic Pistol with
Russian Capture Marking - Serial no. 07481, 9 mm
Luger cal., 5 inch round bbl., blue finish, plastic grips.
Part of the initial run of Walther’s military P.38s, the Zero Series
served to “fine tune” the Walther HP to Wehrmacht specifications
and was an important stage in the pistol’s development. These
Zero Series pistols are very scarce compared to standard production
P.38 pistols and have become extremely popular among collectors due to how
they illustrate the important changes made during production of the model. This particular example is a third variant of that series. The left side of the frame on this example has a Russian capture marking, the letter “X” above the serial number. It is fitted with fixed sights, a round firing pin, a serrated takedown lever, and an exposed extractor. The slide is marked with the Walther banner (partly defaced) and “P.38”
on the left, with “eagle/359” proofs on various components, matching
full serial number marked on the slide, frame and barrel, and matching partial numbers on the locking block and inside the grips. Unnumbered “eagle/359” proofed magazine. Cole Distributing import markings on both sides of the frame.
CONDITION: Fine, retains 98% Russian arsenal refinished blue finish with some patches of light pitting visible underneath the finish, and a partially defaced Walther banner. The replacement grips are fine with some light scratches and handling marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,400 - 2,250
LOT 3420
Swiss Contract DWM Model
1900 Semi-Automatic Luger
Pistol - Serial no. 5212, 7.65
mm Luger Auto cal., 4 3/4 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut
grips. This pistol has the standard Swiss cross in sunburst over the
chamber, and “DWM” scroll on the front toggle. These Swiss contract
DWM Model 1900 Lugers have the early dished toggles with toggle lock,
flat/recessed breech bolt, grip safety, no stock lug, flat mainspring, and 4
3/4 inch fast taper barrel. The left of the barrel extension has “crown/B” and
“crown/U” proofs. It is fitted with unnumbered replacement checkered walnut grips. Correct nickel plated magazine with unmarked walnut bottom.
CONDITION: Very fine, retains 97% arsenal refurbished blue finish and 80% applied straw finish on the small parts. The replacement grips are also very fine. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 3421
Swedish Contract
Walther Model
HP Commercial
Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial no. H1448, 9
mm Luger cal., 5 inch round bbl., blue finish,
plastic grips. Manufactured in the early 1940s,
the “H” prefix is strongly associated with pistols destined for export
to Sweden, which had planned to issue the handgun as the m/39
to their armed forces. The Swedes had intended to replace their current
pistols with the Walther; however, World War II and their neutral status meant
they couldn’t purchase sufficient pistols or spare parts from Germany, which
led to the adoption of the m/40 Lahti pistol instead. “Crown/N” commercial
proofs marked on the frame and slide. Matching serial numbers on the frame, slide, and locking block, with “2440” on the replacement “eagle/N” proofed barrel, and a military replacement “eagle/88” proofed magazine. The pistol has a rectangular rear firing pin and is fitted with a set of checkered “Cewe” and “480” marked grips.
CONDITION: Very fine, retains 98% bright original high polish blue finish on the slide, and 97% arsenal refurbished blue finish on the remaining components with some light handling marks and light finish wear around the muzzle. The grips are also very fine with some light handling marks on the right and otherwise defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 3422
Finnish Contract DWM M/08
Semi-Automatic Luger -
Serial no. 1838L, 9 mm Luger cal., 4 3/4 inch round bbl., blue/black
finish, walnut grips. This is one of approximately 8,000 Lugers sold
on contract with Finland in the 1920s, originally designated the M/23
as used by the Finnish Army in 7.65mm Luger, with this example period
Finnish rebarreled and chambered for use with 9mm Luger (parabellum)
ammunition; redesignated the M/08. Due to the Treaty of Versailles, DWM was not allowed
to produce guns chambered in military calibers (9mm), so these were originally delivered
in 7.65mm. This example is equipped with a Finnish Tikka manufactured barrel chambered
for 9mm, installed to replace its previous worn 7.65mm barrel, possibly during its period of use
in the Continuation War/World War II era or after. A circular brass disc marked “HamRjP/5779” is
affixed to the right grip panel. The chamber is unmarked. Fixed sights, “DWM” monogram on the
front toggle, boxed “SA” Finnish Army property mark and “crown/N” proof on the left of the barrel
extension, mixed serial numbers on various components, and nickel plated magazine with boxed “SA”
Finnish Army property mark and “8169” on the walnut base. “C.A.I.” import mark on the
underside of the barrel.
CONDITION: Fine, retains 80% arsenal rebarreled/refurbished blue and black finishes with some light edge wear and handling marks, and a few patches of light pitting visible underneath the finish. The grips are fine with light wear, a few handling marks and otherwise clear checkering.
Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000
blue finish, walnut grips. This Swiss Bern Luger has been arsenal rechambered to 9mm in lieu of the traditional 7.65mm using a 1929 barrel extension and an 06/24 frame. These can be identified by the 1906 style grip safety, no stock lug, and polished lower safety area. It has a blank chamber area with the front toggle marked with a small Swiss cross over “WAFFENFABRIK/BERN”. The various parts are correctly stamped with the small Swiss Cross firing proof. It is fitted with the Swiss profile checkered grips with the smooth border around the edges and a nickel finished magazine with an unmarked plastic base. Includes a Swiss military pattern leather holster with a handwritten name in black ink
LOT 3419
Unique Swiss Bern Luger Semi-Automatic
Pistol Chambered in Scarce 9mm with Holster - Serial no. 22821,
9 mm Luger cal., 4 3/4 inch round bbl.,
underneath the flap, and an extra nickel finished plastic base magazine. CONDITION: Very fine, retains 97% arsenal refurbished blue finish with some light wear on the left of the frame. 60% straw finish on the small components. The replacement 06/24 grips are excellent with some handling marks in the otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Included holster is very good. Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000
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