Page 329 - 86-Book1

LOT 381
Desirable 1939 Dated Radom VIZ-35 “Polish Eagle” Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial no.
30651, 9 mm cal., 4 3/4 inch round bbl., blue finish, plastic grips. Manufactured in 1939 the
VIS-35 Pistol was the standard
sidearm of Poland and
following the invasion and
occupation in September
1939, it became a secondary
arm for the Wehrmacht. The
pre-Occupation pistols show
a level of fit and finish not seen on the ones produced for the
Germans, and bear the Polish Eagle on the left side of the slide
between the model, date and patent markings. Fixed sights with
“F.B. RADOM/1939r.” and “VIS-wz.35/pat.Nr.15567” on the left side of
the slide, numerous
small proofs on
both sides of the
trigger guard and
matching numbers
on the frame,
slide and barrel.
Equipped with a
takedown catch
and a slotted back strap for mounting a stock, both features eliminated during the occupation,
and fitted with a pair of checkered grips marked “FB” and “VIS” on the left and right side,
respectively.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% plus original blue finish, showing bright wear along the high edges and on the front strap, scattered patches of pitting on the left side of the slide, and light handling marks overall. The grips are very fine, with some mild dents. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Mel Raucher Collection.
Estimate: 3,500 - 5,500
LOT 382
World War II German
Occupation Production
Fabrique Nationale High-Power
Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial
no. 96712, 9 mm cal., 4 3/4 inch round bbl., blue finish, hardwood
grips. Fixed blade front and 500-meter tangent rear sights, with
matching numbers and “WaA140” proofs on the barrel, slide, and
frame, as well as a “WaA103” proof on the barrel and FN address/
Browning patent markings on the slide. The grips are checkered hardwood, and the magazine is finished in blue with “WaA140” on the spine.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 80% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown and gray patina, edge wear and mild handling marks. The grips are fine, with some dings and flat spots. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Mel Raucher Collection.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 383
World War II Military Proofed Walther
PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial no.
377194K, 7.65 mm auto cal., 3 1/4 inch round
bbl., blue finish, plastic grips. Fixed sights, with
matching serial numbers on the exterior of the slide and
frame, Walther banner and address on the left side of the slide,
and “eagle/n” and “WaA259” on the left side. Fitted with a single
Walther marked magazine and a checkered wraparound grip.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% of the original blue finish, showing some bright edge wear and mild spotting and handling marks overall. The grips are bending at the front corners, but otherwise appear very fine. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Mel Raucher Collection.
Estimate: 1,400 - 2,250
Estimate: 1,400 - 2,250
LOT 385
DWM Model 1906
Commercial American
Eagle Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial no. 44253,
9 mm cal., 4 inch round bbl., blue finish, hardwood grips.
Fixed sights, with the American Eagle on the chamber, “DWM”
on the front toggle link, and the “GERMANY” import mark on
the front of the frame. Chambered in 9MM Parabellum, whereas
most are in the more commonly encountered 7.65mm Luger Auto. The extractor
is marked “LOADED”, and the lower safety position is polished bright. The grips and magazine base are unnumbered, otherwise the numbers are matching overall in “commercial” style. Fitted with straw colored small parts and checkered grips. CONDITION: Fine, with 85% of the slightly faded original blue finish, showing bright
edge wear, a small amount of spotting, and cycling marks. 50% of the original straw color is present on the small parts. The number “149” has been applied to the underside of the frame and the left
side of the magazine
in red marker. The
moderately worn
grips are very
good, with some
dings and flat
spots. Mechanically
excellent.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 386
World War II German
Occupation Production
Radom VIS P-35(p) Semi-
Automatic Pistol - Serial no. C8485, 9 mm cal., 4
1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, plastic grips. Fixed sights, with
“”P.35(p.)”” added below the standard slide markings, “WaA77”
proofs and “eagle/swastika” stamps on the slide and frame, and
“eagle/623” on the matching numbered barrel. Early features such as the high
polish blue finish, takedown hook and back strap slotted for a shoulder stock are present. With checkered “FB” and “VIS” grips and one “eagle/189” marked magazine. CONDITION: Excellent, with 90% plus of the original blue finish, showing a small spot of pitting visible on top left side, grip strap oxidation, edge wear and handling marks overall. The grips are also excellent, with a few minor dings and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Mel Raucher Collection.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 384
Excellent World War II Walther Olympia Model Semi-
Automatic Target Pistol - Serial no. 77430, 22 LR cal., 9
1/2 inch slab sided bbl., blue finish, hardwood grips. Elevation
adjustable blade front and windage adjustable rear notch sights, Walther banner, two-line address, and model marking on left side of slide, attachment points on the underside of the barrel and frame for weights, and “eagle/N” proofs on the right side
of the slide, chamber and barrel. Checkered right hand thumbrest grips with full blue magazine with a brown plastic extension base.
CONDITION: Excellent, with 97% of the original blue finish, showing some light scratches and rubs on the barrel, a plum patina in the mounting grooves, and mild edge wear and handling marks overall. The grips are fine, with some finish loss, staining, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Mel Raucher Collection.
327