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**HOLD** SMOF5732 - U.S. PISTOL MODEL 1911A1 MANUFACTURED BY REMINGTON RAND. SERIAL NUMBER 1426344 MANUFACTURED IN 1943. Caliber 45 ACP. - Colt’s Patented Firearm company entered into an arrangement with the firearms designer John M. Browning in the late 1800's for the design of automatic pistols. Between 1900 and 1910 Browning designed and Colt manufactured the Model 1900, 1901, 1903 Pocket, the 1903 hammerless, and 1905 and the 1908. Mr Browning and Colt began to develop an automatic pistol for the U.S. Army, to replace the Colt double action revolvers then the Army’s standard side arm. The result was the Colt Model 1911 in 45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol), the most widely recognized and copied pistol in the world. The Model 1911 (and its product improved offspring the 1911A1) equipped the U.S. Army till replaced by the Beretta M9 in the 1980's.

When World War II broke out the military knew that the Colt could not meet the demand for the Model 1911A1 so the Ordnance Department contracted with four other manufacturers to make this pistol. The four were Singer Sewing Machine Company, Remington Rand Typewriter Company, Ithaca Firearms Company, and Union Switch and Signal Company. Of the four Remington Rand made the most, nearly one million. Remington Rand pistols were considered by the military to be built to the tightest tolerances, this is why the Army used their frames to create National Match pistols in the 1960's.

Nearly all the M1911/A1 pistols we see today are so mixed up and have been through so many overhauls that they have little collector appeal. We believe this one to be pretty much original because it has all the following parts which are correct for 1943 Remington Rand production:

• Slide - type 3 Remington Rand, short address.
• Mainspring housing - with fine checkering (used 1942 & 1943).
• Hammer - type 2 (used 1943-45).
• Slide stop - with serrations (used 1943-45).
• Barrel - High Standard “HS” and “P” marked on the lugs.
• Grips - Keyes Fibre Co.with reinforcing rings.
• Magazine - "L" marked (Little Mfg. Co.).
• Trigger - stamped (used 1943-45).

This pistol in excellent condition with about 95% + original dark gray/green parkerized finish. The finish has few small scratches and slight wear on the sharp edges. The barrel has the proper blued finish on the outside and the bore is bright and shiny with strong lands and grooves and no pitting. The right trigger guard is marked "X" at the top with and the left trigger guard is marked "3" at the top. The frame is marked on the left hand side with the US inspectors initials "FJA" (Frank J. Atwood) and "P". The right side of the frame is stamped with the U.S. ordinance wheel. $1750.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5572 - S&W VICTORY MODEL IN 38 SPECIALL SERIAL NUMBER V107521 In 1940 the British Government contracted with Smith and Wesson for a large order of their very successful Military and Police model revolver. Rather than the standard 38 Special caliber the British specified the caliber was to be 38 Smith and Wesson, shorter, less powerful cartridge, and the barrel was to be 5 inches long. When the U.S. entered the war our government asked for deliveries of the same revolver, in both 38 Special and 38 S&W caliber. The pistol was renamed the "Victory" model, and the finish changed from polished bluing to the phosphated finish which is called Parkerizing. The letter V was added to the serial number of all Victory revolvers.

.38 S&W Special revolvers like this one were the ones issued for military combat unit use. Revolvers chambered for the less powerful .38 S&W cartridge were often issued to plant guards, merchant marine, or other users, and large numbers were sent to the British, where they referred to them as ".38-200" caliber. All were procured under military contract and inspected by military inspectors. The best write up on these is in Charlie Pate's superb U.S. Military Handguns of WW2.

This is an excellent example, it retains about 95%+ of the original dark gray Parkerized finish, showing slight normal wear and some scratches on the outside of the barrel. Excellent bore and mechanics. The numbers on the frame, barrel, crane, grips and cylinder are all matching. $595.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5726 - HANDSOME FN (BROWNING DESIGNED) MODEL 1922 WITH NAZI MARKINGS. SERIAL NUMBER 66541A. CALIBER 7.65 (32 AUTOMATIC) The FN Model 1922 an developed from the FN Model 1910. The Model 1910 was designed by John M. Browning of Ogden, Utah, and was one of the many pistol designs he created between 1900 and his death in 1926. One thing that sets the design of the Model 1922 apart from other pistols of this type is that it has a longer barrel with a detachable slide end to simplify disassembly.

When the Germans captured the FN plant in May 1940 they had the plant workers continue to make pistols for their military. Model 1922 production went almost exclusively to the Luftwaffe (air force) so there is a good chance that this is one that was used by them.

The pistol is in very good to excellent condition with 95% plus of the original bluing remaining, it has all the correct Nazi inspection (waffenamt) and proof markings and the serial numbers on the barrel slide and frame all match. The grips in excellent condition and the bore is shiny with has sharp riflings. $595.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5743 - IMPERIAL GERMAN ARMY MARKED! WALTHER MODEL 4 PISTOL SERIAL NUMBER 131,651 CALIBER 32 AUTOMATIC The Walther Model 4 was the company's effort to produce a pistol to compute with the FN Model 1910 pistol. It was put into production about the time World War I broke out, and the Imperial German Army placed an order for 250,000! The pistols were simple in design, and easy to disassemble, though for some unknown reason the Walther designers placed the ejection port on the left side. A right hander is likely to end up with some hot brass on his left arm.

This pistol was made half way through the contract. It has the commercial proofs on the left side, and a single Imperial military acceptance mark on the slide. The finish would rate about 95% coverage, but with some dullness. The area on the left side of the slide where the nose cap locks into the slide is discolored from the special hardening of the metal at this spot. The barrel had strong riflings but some darkening in the grooves. The action is tight and the grips are in excellent condition. Overall a well above average example of a rare Imperial German army marked Walther pistol used during World War I. $525.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5514 - SMOF5514 – 19741 – COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- SECOND BATTLE OF THE MARNE - Serial number 6352M2. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5515 - – 19742 - COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- BATTLE OF MEUSE ARGONNE – Serial number 6352MA. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5516 - – 19743 - COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- BATTLE OF BELLEAU WOOD – – Serial number 6352BW. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5517 - – 19744 - COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- BATTLE OF CHATTEAU THIERRY- Serial number 6352CT. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5550 - WWII LUGER (PISTOL 08) MADE BY MAUSER IN 1940 (MANUFACTURER’S CODE 42 - MAUSER) SERIAL NUMBER 764. Caliber 9 mm. George Luger introduced his classic pistol to world about 1900. The German Arm adopted it in 1908 and named it the P08. The pistol is one of the most ergonomically correct pistol ever made, with nature pointing tendency rarely attained by any other pistol. It was the most highly covet souvenir sought by the GI’s who fought the Germans in 1918 and again in 1942-1945.

This pistol was made at the Mauser factory in Oberndorf am Neckar in 1940. The toggle is marked "42" (the German ordnance code for Mauser-Werke, Oberndorf am Neckar), the chamber is dated 1940. The eagle over "655" (German WW-II Heerswaffenamt inspector's mark on arms produced at Mauser Werke Ag, Oberndorf am Neckar, Germany) is stamped twice on the left side of frame near the barrel and once on the left side of the barrel. The bore size in millimeters and the serial number is stamped on the bottom of the barrel. The German military test proof (stylized eagle over swastika in a circle) is stamped on the forward right side of the receiver, rear right side of the barrel, and the left side of the breach block. Serial number "764" is stamped on frame and barrel with matching numbers "64" stamped on most small parts. All numbers except for the magazine match. Finish would rate about 95% with the usual wear on the end of the barrel, and the high spots. These is some light pitting, mostly on the takedown block. The magazine is correct WWII vintage with aluminum base. Overall a good example of a World War II. $1895.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5456 - U. S. MODEL 1917 COLT REVOLVER SERIAL NUMBER 100135 , CALIBER 45 ACP. MANUFACTURED IN AUGUST OF 1918 When the United States entered World War I in April 1917 the supply of Model 1911 automatic pistols could not meet the demand. To solve the problem, the U.S. Government contracted with Colt to procure its existing New Service revolver for military use. The revolvers were to be chambered for the rimless 45 ACP round fired by Model 1911. To hold the rimless cartridges in the cylinder it was necessary to insert them in a metal clip, usually referred to as a "half moon clip". Colt modified the New Service to meet these requirements, and the pistol was referred to as the U.S. Model 1917 revolver.

This revolver was manufactured in August of 1918, it is a handsome example with about 95% of the original bluing intact. The revolver is all correct with the proper military markings "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" and inspectors mark "H" stamped on the bottom of the barrel. U.S. inspectors mark stamped on left side of frame near the hammer. The bottom of the grip frame is stamped "U.S./ARMY/MODEL/1917/No/100/135". The revolver retains original Colt Blue/Black finish with some thinning on the high spots. The bore is shiny with some small areas of darkness next to the lands, these may clean up. All numbers match except for the grips. The grips are in very good condition with a few small dents and dings. Overall this is a very good to excellent example of one of the two major pistols used by U.S. troops during World War I. $1195.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5697 - BERETTA MODEL 1934 ITALIAN MILITARY PISTOL MADE IN 1940. SERIAL NUMBER 854579. Caliber 380 Auto (9 x 18 mm). The Beretta Company has been making firearms since the 1600s. It was one of the principle private arms makers who supplied the Italian Army during World Wars I and II. It has continued manufacturing quality firearms since, including the M92 for the United States Army. The open topped barrel design was pioneered by Beretta. The Model 1934 was the standard sidearm of the Italian army until its surrender in 1943, and was then used by Germans. It was simple, rugged and reliable.

This pistol was made in 1940 for Mussolini`s army and is marked with the letters RE indicating acceptance by the Italian army. The Italians were still using a high polish finish on the slide. The overall finish would rate about 95% with some wear on the muzzle and edges. The metal backed plastic grips are in very good condition with the Beretta logo present. The barrel is bright with crisp riflings, and the pistol has the correct magazine with the finger rest. A well above average example of one the well designed and made Beretta Model 1934. $595.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5699 - HEERES (ARMY) MODEL 1928 FLARE PISTOL . MADE BY BERLIN- LUEBECKER WITH NAZI MARKINGS. The German army (the Heer) made extensive use of flare pistols in World War I and World II. The pistols were used for signaling when a rapid response was needed. The German army had an elaborate system of flare signals worked out so a front line unit could fire a flare of certain color and artillery units would immediate cover a threatened area with barrage fire. Flare pistols were also used for lightening an area to detect the presence of the enemy.

The Model 1928 was developed from the World War I flare pistol. Many were made of aluminum since they did not have to stand up to the same pressures as a pistol or rifle.

This pistol, fabricated from aluminum, was made by the Berlin-Luebecker arms company (Nazi manufacturers code 237) in 1939 for the German army. It has all the correct inspectors marks (waffenamts - the number 214 under a spread eagle) and Nazi proof marks. The is some wear on the finish especially on the edges, but overall original finish would rate about 90%. An above average example of widely used signaling device. $350.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5475 - FRENCH `LEBEL` MILITARY PISTOL MDL (OR MODEL 1892). SERIAL NUMBER H7902 CALIBER 8MM RIMMED CARTRIDGE The French army adopted this revolver in 1892 as their standard issue service revolver. It was sturdy, and featured a single and double action lock, swing out cylinder with the Colt star type ejector. It remained in service until the 1930's when it was replaced by an automatic.

This pistol was made in 1903 and is all matching. The finish has faded and there is also wear on the obvious high points. The bore is good with sharp riflings. The action is tight. The wooden grips show signs of use with wear on the checkering, and oil staining, but a good cleaning would improve their appearance.

The pistol has a small anchor stamped on the bottom of the butt. This anchor was placed there by the Ministry of Oversees Affairs (or the Colonial Ministry). The ministry received cast off guns from the French Army for the various military forces in the Colonies. This ministry was responsible to maintain the army in each of the many French colonies, overseeing an empire from Syria to Algeria, many other countries in Africa, to New Caledonia, and of course Viet Nam. It is not possible to determine which colony the pistol was sent to, but it was not likely one that had high humidity year around, based on the good condition of the gun's metal. $550.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5462 - M1889 ITALIAN 10.35MM MILITARY “BODEO” REVOLVER (WITH TRIGGER GUARD- OFFICER MODEL) - Serial number C7038, manufactured in 1927 Small oval mark with letters `LD` inside on right side rear of the frame by the serial number, larger oval with stylized letters `MTE`(?) on the right side frame near the front of the cylinder. Manufacturers name `METALLURGICA BRESCIAN / GIA TEMPINI / BERSCIA` stamped on the left side frame by the front of the cylinder. Good bore with strong lands and groves. About 80% thinning original blue finish remains, starting to turn dark. Good checkered wooden grips.

The Italian Army’s Model 1889 revolver was a much improved variation of their Model 1874 Chamelot-Delvigne, based on work by Carlo Bodeo and the Glisenti factory. The M1889 features a hinged sideplate for easy access to the guts for cleaning or repair, a rebounding hammer for better safety, and a loading gate (designed by Abadie) that locks the hammer when open. This is a six shot double action revolver chambered for the Italian 10.35mm (sometimes called the 10.40mm) service cartridge. The Model 1889 was made in three variations: `Truppa` or Trooper or Type A (with folding trigger); `Ufficiali` or Official/Officer or Type B (with conventional fixed trigger and trigger guard); and a very late model known as the `Tipo Alleggerito` which was smaller and lighter.

The Model 1889 remained in service with Italian armed Force for more 60 years. It was used in various colonial wars, and in WW1 and WW2. During WW2, some of these were also used by the German army for second line users, under the designation “Revolver 680 (I)”. This is a good example of an important Italian military pistol and an interesting and somewhat ugly design. $450.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4988 - 16365 - BRITISH NO 2 MK I** REVOLVER .38-200 CALIBER MADE BY ENFIELD IN 1943 Serial number X6323. The maker is identified by the merged letters ED on the right side of the frame, and the date of manufacture 1943 is indicated by the 43 poorly stamped on the barrel rib. A good representative example of one of the primary British sidearms of WW2. About 85-90% of the wartime British black paint type finish remains, probably a second coat over the original. Good bore. Good mechanics. This has the plastic grips made for a marking disc, with the disc still there, and unmarked. Complete with the often missing butt swivel. British commercial export proofs on the barrel, and ENGLAND on the right side of the frame, but not "import marked" so this is one that probably came in prior to 1968. The basic .38 caliber No. 2 Mark I revolver was developed by Enfield and adopted in the 1920s to replace the large .455 Webleys used up until that point. While most of the British military liked the design, armour crews were very unhappy with the hammer spur which tended to snag on stuff inside tanks. Therefore the No. 2 Mark I* was adopted in 1938 with a redesigned hammer with no spur, making these “double action only” as the hammer cannot be cocked for single action fire. They also added checkering on the gripstraps for better grip. The No.2 Mark I** included simplified lockwork to speed production by eliminating the hammer block, which made them possible to fire if dropped, but most were recalled and had the lockwork upgraded to Mark I* configuration after WW2. These remained in use until replaced by the FN designed High Power 9mm semi-auto in 1957.

This is a good example of a very widely used military side arm of WW2. We sell all guns as collector items only, and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to firing. These were made for the .38 S&W cartridge, called .38-200 in British terminology. It is possible, although difficult to find .38 S&W ammunition, but do NOT make the mistake of trying to use the longer “.38 S&W Special” cartridges, as that is an unsafe combination. $395.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4748 - ENFIELD  MARK I** PISTOL.  SERIAL NUMBER ZH849 MADE 1944.  CALIBER 38 SMITH AND WESSON. The British Army clung onto revolvers longer than any other major army, not adopting an automatic pistol, the Browning High Power, until the late 1940`s.  They used the break top Webley pistol in 455 caliber through the World War I. After that war they decided to move to 38 caliber, and adopted the Smith Wesson 38, but firing a 200 grain slug.  The Royal Small Arms factory at Enfield redesigned the six shot Webley pistol to shoot a 38 caliber cartridge, dropped the single action components of the lock, and called it the Pistol Mark I. The demand for pistols during World War II led to further simplification and the pistol went through two changes in internal design leading the addition of ** after the Mark I. The hammer was also bobbed to simplify manufacture. These pistols were standard issue throughout the British army until the 1950`s

This pistol is all matching with serial numbers on cylinder, frame and barrel assembly. It has the usual English military acceptance marks, and also has the proof marks applied when it was exported from England in the 1950`s. The barrel is excellent condition with sharp riflings.  The finish is the British baked on type and it would rate about 98%. It has the correct plastic grips  A good example of the standard British Army sidearm of World War II. $450.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4896 - 16070 - SMITH & WESSON PRE-"VICTORY MODEL" WITH 5 INCH BARREL IN .38 S&W CALIBER - Serial number 952122, all matching except grips are correct but with mismatched numbers. Marked on left side of the topstrap with “UNITED STATES PROPERTY" and “W.B.” inspector marks and ordnance bomb on the butt. These were built for shipment to our Allies during WW2, when the U.S. was truly the “Arsenal of Democracy” and like most lend-lease weapons, it was inspected and accepted by U.S. military inspectors, although never intended for issue to U.S. troops. This one went to Australia, and eventually was overhauled at Lithgow in 1954, according to the [crown]/30/L inspector mark, FTR [broad arrow] MA 54” stamped on the right side of the receiver below the MADE IN USA markings. Most of these were sent to the British Commonwealth forces, where they were issued to troops in lieu of the .38 Webley or Enfield revolvers. This model is sometimes called the .38 Military & Police Model of 1905- 4th change, or the .38/200 British Service Revolver (Model K-200). All markings sharp and crisp. Small importer marks on the left side of the frame “VEGA SAC CA”. The finish covers the import markings and we are not sure if the importer refinished them again, or if they arranged for the Australians to do the marking and refinishing as part of the surplus deal. In any case it is a dark gray phosphate type finish, just as originally used on most of these. About 98-99% finish remains, with just a few assorted small handling and storage scratches or dings, all minor. The mechanics are excellent and the bore is bright and sharp. The chambers are also polished bright, not parkerized as is often the undesirable result of inexpert refinishing. Hammer and trigger retain original case colors and ejector rod retains much original blue finish. Right grip has one small (3/16” diameter) ding and both have a few more tiny bumps or bruises. Butt swivel only has some pitting under the finish, probably picked up during storage or transit. An exceptional example of a U.S. military revolver often associated with our British Allies. $495.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4855 - RC2 - RARE SMITH & WESSON U.S. ARMY MODEL 1899 1ST MODEL HAND EJECTOR MILITARY & POLICE REVOLVER- NICE! Serial number 13508 marked on frontstrap, cylinder and barrel, and inspected by Kelly S. Morse and John T. Thompson (the inventor of the Thompson submachine gun). This is the first U.S. Army double action swing out cylinder model from S&W. Only 1,000 of these were purchased in 1901. This is a fine example with good case colors on the hammer and trigger, and about 90% original blue finish remaining, thinning in places and showing normal wear patterns. Backstrap has turned to brown patina and the frontstrap to a plum color. Butt clearly marked U.S./ARMY/MODEL/1899. K.S.M. inspector initials on the left side of the frame, barrel, cylinder and right grip roundel. J.T.T./1901 on left grip roundel. Checkered walnut grips have matching number penciled inside, and are excellent except for some bruising across the K.S.M. markings. Mechanically excellent. Bore is bright and sharp. Topstrap has about 10 nicks or dings along the sight groove (dumb soldier tricks?), otherwise a very nice example free from abuse of any sort. Although not quite minty, this is still an exceptionally nice example of a very scarce U.S. martial sidearm, and a key piece for anyone collecting 20th Century U.S. martial arms. It will be difficult to improve on this one as most of these saw long service. This is from the estate of a very serious collector who upgraded numerous times to get the finest condition examples he could find over many decades. We are delighted to be able to make them available to new homes to be enjoyed and cared for and preserve their history. $2650.00 (View Picture)

SMOF4856 - RC1 - RARE SMITH & WESSON U.S. NAVY 1ST MODEL HAND EJECTOR MILITARY & POLICE REVOLVER – NICE! Serial number 5054 and U.S. Navy number 145, caliber .38 long Colt. This is the first U.S. military double action swing out cylinder model from S&W. Only 1,000 of these were purchased for the Navy in 1900. This is an exceptionally fine example with good case colors on the hammer and trigger, and about 95-96% original deep blue finish remaining. However, it has been stored carelessly, probably while in service and there are numerous small bruises and scratches that detract somewhat from the finish. The butt has some finish loss and pinpoint roughness and some scrapes so the “U.S.N./ [anchor]/ .38 D.A./ No./ 145/ C.A.B.” which is extremely lightly stuck to start with is hard to read, but definitely there and original. Checkered walnut grips show assorted dings and bruises and are a good fit but pencil number inside is 5833 instead of the expected 5054. Serial number 5054 appears on the frontstrap, cylinder and barrel. Mechanically excellent. Bore is bright and sharp. Overall, an exceptionally nice example of a very scarce U.S. martial sidearm, and a key piece for anyone collecting Navy weapons or 20th Century U.S. martial arms. It will be difficult to improve on this one, although we wish it were less dinged up and the markings were more clearly visible. This is from the estate of a very serious collector who upgraded numerous times to get the finest condition examples he could find over many decades. We are delighted to be able to make them available to new homes to be enjoyed and cared for and preserve their history. $2750.00 (View Picture)

Classic & Collectible Commercial Handguns
(post-1898)

**HOLD** SMOF5514 - SMOF5514 – 19741 – COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- SECOND BATTLE OF THE MARNE - Serial number 6352M2. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5515 - – 19742 - COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- BATTLE OF MEUSE ARGONNE – Serial number 6352MA. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5516 - – 19743 - COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- BATTLE OF BELLEAU WOOD – – Serial number 6352BW. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5517 - – 19744 - COLT MODEL 1911 .45 AUTO WW1 COMMEMORATIVE- BATTLE OF CHATTEAU THIERRY- Serial number 6352CT. In 1967 and 1968 Colt honored the 50th Anniversary of WW1 by issuing four Commemorative Model 1911 pistols, highly finished in framed display cases. Only 7400 of each were made to honor the Battles of Meuse Argonne, Belleau Wood, Chateau Thierry and the Second Battle of the Marne. It is somewhat shocking to realize that in about five years we will be looking at the 100th Anniversary of WW1, making these commemoratives 50 years old! (However, BATFE already has included these on their list of “Curio & Relics” so we can ship direct to a C&R FFL.)

This is all new in the original mounting/display case. Note that when mounted at the factory they placed a piece of double sided foam tape between the grip and the background panel of the frame, and it is a pain to try to get these in and out for photos, so we will only take photos of the exposed side.

We normally do not handle many of the commemorative type guns, but the Colts seem to have far more interest than all the Winchesters, and this being the 100th Anniversary of John M. Browning’s immortal pistol adoption, this is a set we are glad to offer. We have a complete matched set of all four of the WW1 Commemoratives, ALL WITH THE SAME SERIAL NUMBER 6352 (followed by the letters of the battle to comply with BATF requirement for “unique” serial numbers). We would prefer to see these remain together due to being a matching number set, and are offering all four pistols serial numbered 6352 for only $3,995.00. But, if no one wants all four, we will sell each one individually at $1195.00 (View Picture)

**HOLD** SMOF5546 - IVER JOHNSON “MODEL 1900 DOUBLE ACTION” REVOLVER IN .22 CALIBER WITH SPECIAL 6 INCH BARREL AND “PERFECT” GRIPS- NICE! Serial Number 13463, probably made in the 1920s. This has the “Fitchburg, Mass, U.S.A.” marking on the topstrap used from 1918 to 1941. Bill Goforth’s excellent book on Iver Johnsons indicates that the Model 1900 Double action standard configuration was with 2.5 inch barrel and nickel finish and small grips. During the 1920s the large hard rubber “Perfect” grips with the owl’s head and I.J. logo were offered, and blue finish was also an option as were longer barrels of 4, 4.5 or 6 inch length. This one has the scarce combination of the long barrel, blue finish and special grips, plus it has some condition! About 95% blue remains on the barrel and guard, while the frame finish ahs flaked, faded, thinned so only about 50-60% is left. A very nice example of a hard to find variation. $195.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMF5537 - FEG MODEL PA-63 PISTOL IN 9X18 SERIAL NUMBER AK2255 FÉGARMY Arms Factory of Hungary started producing Walther PP/PPK clones in the late 1940s starting with their Model 48 which differed from the Walther PP only in minor details. By the late 1950s FÉG began making broader changes resulting in the PA-63, which uses a 9x18mm Makarov round. It quickly became standard issue to both Hungarian military and police forces. Due to its popularity and relative durability FÉG later issued models using .32ACP and .380 ACP caliber rounds (FÉG AP9 and PMK-380 respectively).

The Military standard PA-63 version sports a two-tone polished aluminum frame with black slide, grips, trigger and hammer assembly. While unusual for military issue in that a reflective polish was used, it was chosen due to its relative cheapness as well as quicker build time. Problems related to the durability of the aluminum frame were resolved prior to the development of the PA-63 in 1961 with the production of the FÉG R-61 Police Pistol. The addition of .1% titanium to the aluminum alloy solved premature alloy frame wear problems inherent in the earlier FÉG aluminum framed pistols. This development was then applied to all aluminum framed FÉG guns including the PA-63.

This pistol is in like new condition and it may nave never been fired. Comes with a holster and one magazine. $195.00 (View Picture)

SMF5600 - 19845 - COLT 1873 SINGLE ACTION ARMY REPLICA- UBERTI CATTLEMAN .45 COLT 7 1/2 INCH BARREL - Serial number 16773 made by Uberti in Italy and marked Cattleman- 45 on the barrel, but also marked on the frame IVER JOHNSON’S, FITCHBURG, MASS, so this could be a great prize for someone who collects Uberti guns, or an Iver Johnson collector, or even a Colt or U.S. martial collector looking for an inexpensive filler. This is an excellent quality gun, with great fit and finish and case colors on the frame, and nice blue finish. The gripstraps are brass (normally steel on the original Colt 1873s) that look nice anyway even if not 100% authentic. Excellent bore and mechanics. Slight finish wear from holstering on the sharp edges of the barrel and cylinder, so about 96- 97% finish remains. A very handsome gun. However, as it is a modern made gun, this must be shipped to a FFL dealer, not a C&R FFL. (NOTE:- we sell all guns as collector items only and they must be approved by a competent gunsmith prior to firing, but if approved, this would be a fun gun for cowboy action shooting or a reenactor.) $375.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5688 - SUPERB! HIGH GRADE COLT MK IV SERIES 70 GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH PISTOL WITH FACTORY CLASS 'C' ENGRAVING WITH FACTORY CASE AND “FACTORY LETTER.” Serial Number 70N39790. This is an beautiful example of a factory Class 'C' engraved Colt MK IV Series 70 Gold Cup National Match pistol. This is the finest quality traditional hand work, not the crappy etched or roll stamped stuff that sometimes is passed off as “engraving.” The pistol features classic leaf style scroll engraving on the sides of the slide at the front and in front of and behind the serrations, on the sides of the frame, front and rear, on the underside front of the frame, the front strap and trigger guard.

The slide is marked with the standard three line make, model, caliber marking followed by the Rampant Colt, the right side is marked "GOLD CUP / NATIONAL MATCH". The right side of the frame is marked with the one line address above the grip panel and the serial number above the trigger. The Colt triangle "VP" proof is marked on the lower left rear of the trigger guard. It features Ellison adjustable target sights, grip safety, flat target main spring housing, matte finished magazine marked "COLT / 45 AUTO" on the floor plate.

This comes with a Colt “factory letter” documenting this as factory Class ‘C’ engraved gun, shipped on October 27, 1977. It comes in the Colt factory presentation case complete with all documents. We believe it to be new, unfired (except for factory proof firing).

The grips are ivory or synthetic ivory (sorry, we are not smart enough to tell the difference) with well executed eagle motif. The grips are signed by "CJ Sharp 79” who is clearly a master of that art form. We found a few high end guns with his grips which had sold at auction, but no details on the artist.

Reportedly only about 140 pistols were factory engraved with contemporary scroll & border work on other Colt handguns of the period.

Condition is as new and the grips are excellent. An exceptionally nice factory engraved, ivory(?) gripped, Colt MK IV Series 70 National Match pistol. $5500.00 (View Picture)

SMF5602 - 19119 - SCARE “ARMINEX TRIFIRE” .45 ACP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL (1911 VARIANT) WITH PRESENTATION CASE - Serial number 10 out of about 400 made. This interesting gun was made in Scottsdale, AZ circa 1981-1985, and is an all steel gun, finely machined to tight tolerances. Unlike most of the 1911 variants which are little more than cheap copies of John M. Browning’s classic design, these are reportedly designed by Jim Mongello, and actually have some real differences while keeping the familiar shape and barrel link locking system. The grip safety and mainspring housing are replaced with a single piece “backstrap”. The thumb safety (not wanted by Browning but added to meet a Cavalry Board demand) is eliminated and instead a hammer block safety is added on the left rear of the slide, and an improved externally mounted extractor. It has target sights and a large “beaver tail” to prevent pinching,

These were named “trifire” as it was planned to offer optional parts to be able to use any of three calibers in the guns (.45 ACP, 9mm Luger, and .38 Super) but it appears that few (if any) of the conversion parts were ever made, so the guns are almost always found in the basic .45 ACP caliber like this, and they use standard 1911 magazines.

This gun is new in the box with the original soft carrying/storage case, barrel wrench, spare magazine and paperwork. It also comes with a separate wooden presentation case, lined in red fabric and the cover embossed with the Arminex logo.

With the 100th anniversary of the adoption of the Model 1911 pistol, it would be an interesting collecting field to specialize in variations of the Model 1911, either by country of origin, caliber, material (stainless, lightweight, or blue steel) or some other factors that appeal to a collector’s need for organization. This is one of the scarcer variations, in superb new in the box condition, and with the optional presentation case, and especially with the low serial number (0010). $995.00 (View Picture)

SMOF5304 - SMITH AND WESSON PREWAR K22 TARGET PISTOL. SERIAL NUMBER 645361. The Smith and Wesson hand eject revolvers, first introduced to the U.S. and World market in 1896 are still in production. They are one of the most successful and respected revolvers in the world. In the 1930's S&W introduced 22 caliber with adjustable sights for target shooting built on the medium sized frame (the K frame). It was an immediate success and until the advent of the semi-automatic target pistols was the preferred pistol for target competition. It was also an immediate hit with sportmen who wanted a small caliber pistol for "plinking".

This pistol was made sometime in the early 1930's and did not see much use. The high polish bluing would rate at about 95% with just high edge and muzzle wear, and a turn line on the cylinder. The action is tight. The grips are correct with minimal wear. The K22 pistols are eagerly sought after by collectors and are still fun shooters. $1100.00 (View Picture)

**SOLD** SMOF5087 - SMITH & WESSON 38/44 OR HEAVY DUTY REVOLVER. SERIAL NUMBER 45075 CALIBER 38 SPECIAL (HEAVY DUTY LOAD) The Smith and Wesson Company have been the main supplier of revolvers to law enforcement agencies for more than 100 years. In the early 1930’s as the likes of John Dillinger and Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, robbed their way across the Midwest, police began asking for a more powerful cartridge capable of penetrating a car body, or cracking and engine block. Colt responded with the Colt 38 Super automatic. Smith & Wesson took their proven large frame revolver (the N frame made in 44 special), increased the muzzle velocity of the 38 special round, and called it 38/44 or the Heavy Duty. It was an immediate success with law enforcement officers and continued in production until the 1950’s. S&W used the same concept when they introduced the 357 magnum revolver in 1935. The 357 magnum was based the 38 special cartridge loaded to higher velocity. The Heavy Duty revolver was often referred to as the “poor man’s 357”.

This revolver was made sometime in the early 1930. It has seen some use but the action is tight. The bluing would rate about 90% with wear on the high edges and some fading on the right side plate. The bore is bright. The grips are replacements from the 1950’s. The Heavy Duty is an interesting collecting area for those interested in law enforcement. $900.00 (View Picture)