For Sale: Imperial Russian Berdan M.II Infantry Rifle (Auction ID: 19407, End Time : Oct. 04, 2008 21:08:02)

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Model, Price, Number & Pictures Imperial Russian Berdan M.II Infantry Rifle

DESCRIPTION: Very impressive Imperial Russian infantry bolt action rifle designed by US Army General Hiram Berdan. The rifle was patented in USA in 1870, and was adopted as a service weapon by only two states, Russia and Bulgaria. At the time, Berdan II was among the most powerful service rifles in the World. The rifle was manufactured in Izhevsk in 1881, as indicated by markings on the barrel and receiver. Berdan rifles were still in use during the World War One, as a secondary weapon. Many Berdans were captured by Austro-Hungarians and Germans, and consequently, were reissued to their armed forces. There is a fading cartouche on the right side of the stock. The cartouche displays a date , "1881" and an Imperial Russian Double Headed Eagle. There are also some other, smaller Russian markings and stamps in the lower part of the stock. The receiver displays Imperial Russian Double Headed Eagle and Cyrillic letters, "PK". Mismatched serial numbers. Different serial numbers are stamped on the barrel, bolt and buttplate. No serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts, which is correct for this model of rifle. The rifle comes with the cleaning rod, which is not original for this model. The rod does not engage properly in the stock. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine condition. The stock is solid, with some usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. Original finish on the stock. The markings are fading, but still partially visible on the stock. No cracks in the wood. The forestock and buttstock show two holes for Russian style sling swivels. Metal parts have about 78% of original thin blue finish, with a balance either in white, or in brown patina. Most of the blue wear is on the trigger guard and on the barrel bands. Some scattered light patina on the buttplate. No pitting. Bore is in excellent condition, with very strong and shiny rifling. The action is strong. Nice example of Berdan rifle! Serial# 1060XX. (For a correct socket bayonet, please add $695).

Imperial Russian Berdan M.II Infantry Rifle
Caliber: 10.67 x 58 mm, rimmed
Price: $1170
Inventory # arc_0384
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DESCRIPTION: One of the kind Colt manufactured Berdan M.I rifle! The gun seems to be a tool room prototype manufactured only for testing of the Berdan M. I action. Perhaps, the rifle took part in the comparison trials against Snider. The rifle was most likely converted from percussion Enfield "two band" rifle to breech loading configuration in late 1860-s. Similar rifle was listed in the Enfield Pattern Room Catalog under the number RB 154. The front sights were probably never installed on the barrel, as the muzzle has still visible machining marks, and is lacking the final polish. English proof marks, "Crown over P", and "Crown over V" are stamped on the barrel. Various tool room numbers are stamped on all parts of the action. Two steel barrel bands with brass furniture (butt plate, trigger guard & nose cap). CONDITION: Condition of the rifle is fine, with finish on metal turning to pleasing light patina. Perfect, crisp action. Nice smooth stock, with few handling marks. Small, 1.75 inch hairline surface crack on the left side of the stock, between the barrel bands. Stock does not have any markings and seems to be in original finish. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong rifling. Complete with the cleaning rod. Very scarce! Overall length is 52 inch. Barrel length: 32.5 inch.

Colt Tool Room Prototype Berdan M. I Rifle
Caliber: .577, rimmed
Price: $2475
Inventory # arc_0082
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DESCRIPTION: French single shot Gras M.1866-74 infantry rifle. Manufactured as a Chassepot M.1866 needle-rifle by St. Etienne Arsenal in 1874. The rifle was consequently converted to fire a metallic cartridge as "Gras M.1866-74" by the same arsenal in 1880, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1866-74". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes St. Etienne", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. French proof marks are present on the chamber and receiver. All matching serial numbers, including the cleaning rod! The matching serial numbers are stamped on the chamber, bolt, buttstock, bayonet lug and on the cleaning rod. The right side of the buttstock displays a very nice St.Etienne arsenal cartouche with the "1875" date (please, see pictures). The "Holy Water" plug is missing. The left side of the buttstock displays a very nice St.Etienne arsenal conversion cartouche with the "1880" date (please, see pictures). There are also some other arsenal and military markings on the buttstock. Two steel barrel bands configuration. Buttplate does not display any regimental markings. Overall length: 51.5 inch. Barrel length: 32 inch. Complete with an original cleaning rod, leather sling and bayonet. The bayonet and scabbard have matching serial numbers (different than the number on the rifle). CONDITION: Low excellent. 95% of crisp blue on the barrel, rear sight and receiver. Fading finish on the barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate. Solid stock with some dings and light scratches. Stock is free of cracks. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition, with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. The bayonet is in overall very good condition. The tip of the scabbard and the quillon shows some pitting. The blade is nice and clean. The leather sling is in very good condition. This is the nicest French Gras infantry rifle with all matching serial numbers I have ever seen! Antique. Serial# FH368XX.

French Gras M.1866-74 Infantry Rifle with Bayonet
Caliber: 11 mm Gras
Price: $1175
Inventory # arc_0509
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DESCRIPTION: Beautiful Swedish Navy M.1881 Jarmann rifle! The rifle was manufactured by Carl Gustafs Stads Gevarsfaktori in 1883, as indicated by markings on the barrel and receiver. Jarmann was among the first bolt action repeating rifles to be adopted in the world. It was designed by a Norwegian engineer Jacob Smith Jarmann. Several thousand of Jarmanns were manufactured to equip both, Norwegian and Swedish forces in the 1880-s (30,000 were manufactured for the Norwegian armed forces and 1,500 were manufactured for the Swedish Navy). The Jarmann rifle was a remarkably accurate rifle for its time. The rifle utilizes a bolt action and a Kropatschek-style 8-round tubular magazine under the barrel. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Ramp and leaf rear sight. A notch on the extended rear sight slider in conjunction with a stud on the middle band could be used for long distance ranges. Complete with original cleaning rod with a brass tip. All matching serial numbers (stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, buttplate, nosecap and on both barrel bands). No serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The left side of the receiver displays the maker markings, "Swedish Royal Crown over C", production date, "1883", and Swedish military inspectors acceptance markings, "J.P" and "J.G.". The chamber also displays, "Swedish Royal Crown over C" and a production date, "1883". The lower part of the forestock has a brass regimental plate (with no markings). Overall length: 53.25 inch. Barrel length: 32 inch. Very scarce! CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique excellent+ condition. 96% of crisp blue finish is still on metal. The rifle shows only very minor finish wear. Some light brown patina on the barrel bands, nosecap, buttplate and on the bolt. The stock is smooth, with only very few handling marks and dings. No cracks in the wood. Bore is in excellent+ condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent+ condition as well, with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent+ condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Beautiful example of Swedish M.1881 Jarmann rifle! This rifle is in difficult to upgrade condition! Serial# 7XX.

Beautiful Swedish Navy M.1881 Jarmann Rifle
Caliber: 10.15 mm x 61R (Jarmann)
Price: $4000
Inventory # arc_0425
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Japanese T.30 "Hook Safety" Arisaka infantry rifle. The rifle was manufactured by Tokyo arsenal, as indicated by markings on the left side of the receiver. This seems to be a very early production rifle with a four digit serial number. The rifle features an unusual, very early production style peep rear sight calibrated to 1500 meter! The Imperial Chrysanthemum is still on the receiver, but was over stamped with three little circles, which indicates that the rifle was exported from Japan (hard to notice). The left side of the receiver ring displays a circle ("a second class weapon, accepted for use on the emergency basis"). Many Arisaka T.30 rifles were sold to Russia and to the Great Britain during the World War One. They were still used by Finland and some Eastern European countries after the Great War. "Type 30", in Japanese characters, is stamped on the receiver. Two piece buttstock. Short handguard. Inverted "V" front sight without guards. Flat, forged buttplate. Hook type safety on the back of the bolt. Complete with original cleaning rod (the tip of the rod is missing). No import markings. Overall length is 50.5 inch. Barrel length: 31 inch. CONDITION: Low fine, with 87% of blue finish still on metal. Some blue finish is turning to brownish color. The buttplate is covered by light brown patina. The rifle shows an honest service wear. The stock is solid with usual handling marks, dings and scratches. No cracks in the stock. Original finish on both, metal and wood. Mismatched serial numbers. The bore is in very good condition with strong rifling and some darkness in the grooves. Very strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no obvious wear. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. Unusual, very early production Japanese T.30 "Hook Safety" Arisaka infantry rifle. Serial# 82XX (the lowest serial number I have ever seen on Arisaka T.30 rifles!).Unusual, Very Early Production Japanese Arisaka

DESCRIPTION: World War One issue French Lebel M.1886/93 infantry rifle. The rifle is in original condition and was not refurbished by a French arsenal. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1886 M.93". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes St. Etienne", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. All these markings are sharp, which usually is a good indicator that the metal was not refinished. The right side of the chamber displays following markings, "MAS 1888". Matching serial numbers on the chamber, bolt, forestock and on the buttstock. Mismatched serial number on the trigger guard. There are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. The serial number on the bolt was over stamped to match the number on the chamber. The old number was crossed with a single line (please, see pictures). There is no "Balle N" proof mark stamped on the receiver and barrel. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated up to 2400 meter. One barrel band and a nosecap with a stacking hook. The rear bayonet lug was removed from the barrel (possibly by Germans, for the use of the Ersatz bayonet?). CONDITION: Very good+. 70% of blue finish mixed with brown patina is still on metal. The blue finish is worn mostly on the trigger guard, barrel band, nosecap and on the upper part of the barrel. The buttplate shows some brown patina. Stocks show usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no visible wear. All the markings on the metal are clearly visible. Action works fine. Difficult to find World War One issue M.1886/93 Lebel rifle! French classic from the time of the Great War! Antique. Serial# 593XX.

French Lebel M.1886/93 Infantry Rifle
Caliber: 8mm Lebel
Price: $500
Inventory # leb_0022
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DESCRIPTION: French Lebel M.1886/93 military rifle made in Chatellerault, converted to 4 mm caliber for indoor target shooting. The quality and style of the rifle indicates that the conversion was done in Germany after the World War One. The rifle was most likely captured during the Great War, and consequently sold on the commercial market in Germany. The barrel has a high quality 4 mm conversion unit. The bolt head was replaced to accommodate for the conversion unit. Simple, fixed rear sight. European style, sporting front sight. German style, turned down "spoon" bolt handle. Very fancy diamond checkering at the wrist of the buttstock. All the steel parts are finished in blue. The forestock was shortened to the half-stock configuration. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1886 M.93". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes Chatellerault", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. All these markings are fading and difficult to recognize, which is a good indicator that the metal was refinished during the conversion to 4 mm. There are also some small French markings and numbers on the receiver and barrel. CONDITION: Fine+. The blue finish is nice and crisp, and it was preserved in about 96%. The buttplate shows some brown patina. Bore is in fine condition. Strong and crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. The original military stocks were reworked and refinished during the conversion works. They show some handling marks, small dings and scratches. No cracks in the wood. The buttstock sling swivel was removed and replaced with a block of wood (please, see pictures). Antique. Very attractive, high quality German indoor target shooting rifle! Serial# 192XX.

DESCRIPTION: Scarce British Magazine Lee-Enfield Cavalry Carbine Mk. I. This L.E.C. Mk.I was built by Enfield in 1896, as stated on the left side of the butt stock socket, and thus it classifies as an antique weapon. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the left side of the butt stock socket: "L.E.C. I.". The Mk.I carbine was used extensively in the Boer War. Complete with a receiver dustcover, cleaning rod, handguard and a single shot cut off. British War Department, Royal cipher ("VR") and other markings applied extensively on the metal parts of the carbine. The chamber displays large "E" (Enfield rifling). The right side of the buttstock displays crisp Enfield cartouche, model designation, "I." and a first class weapon mark, "1". The right side of the buttstock also displays, "M & D" markings (Canadian "Militia & Defence") and a brass regimental disc with no markings. The left side of the buttstock does not display any markings. The leather rear sight protector is included. Proper Mk.I Carbine front band/nose cap. Proper short 6 rounds magazine attached to the trigger guard by chain. Proper style bolt with safety lever and with flattened and forward swept bolt handle. Matching serial numbers, except for the bolt (the same serial numbers are stamped on the receiver and barrel; the bolt displays a different serial number; no serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts of the carbine, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are factory original and they were not restamped. Correct style brass buttplate with a trap (the cleaning rope with brass fittings is hidden in the buttstock compartment). The upper part of the brass buttplate displays British War Department markings. Correct style buttstock without sling bar. Overall length: 40 inches. Barrel length: 20.75 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 84% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. Some blue is turning to brownish color. The barrel band and the nosecap were over cleaned. Stocks are solid, with some handling marks and light dings. All the markings are clearly visible of the buttstock. The forestock does not display any markings. The handguard has three dings camouflaged with some wood filling material (please, see pictures). The wood is in original finish. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition with no obvious wear. No import markings. Scarce, early Lee Enfield cavalry carbine! Antique. Serial# 23XX

Carbine ON HOLD
Caliber: . 303 Enfield
Price: $2280
Inventory # ler_0129
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DESCRIPTION: British Lee Enfield Mk.I military rifle converted to target rifle. The rifle comes with sophisticated Parker Hale Mk.VII target rear sight. The barrel was shortened about an inch, most likely to restore the crown. The handguard was either purposely removed, or was lost. Manufactured by Sparkbrook in 1897, as stated on the right side of the butt stock socket (antique!). The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the butt stock socket: "L.E. I.". Complete with a single shot cut off and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The right side of the butt stock displays fading cartouche and model designation markings, "I". The chamber displays a large letter "E" and issue markings, "P/N/3". Ramp and leaf rear right. Original 10 round magazine. Correct style brass butt plate with a trap (the brass cleaning container is still in the buttstock). Correct style bolt with safety lever. The cleaning rod and receiver dust cover are missing (or were purposely removed). Some kind of the stacking hook was inserted into the cleaning rod channel in the nosecap (please, see pictures). CONDITION: Fine. 95% of original blue finish remaining on metal. Blue is turning to brownish color in some places. Couple of spots of light pitting on the barrel, behind the rear sight (caused by moisture collected under the handguard, which is typical for these rifles). The upper part of the buttstock has a large chip just behind the socket (please, see pictures). The right side of the forestock displays a small crack, caused by the single shot cut off. Some handling marks and minor dings are also present on the wood. All matching serial numbers. The serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel and bolt. There are no numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. The bore is in very good condition, with strong rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Interesting long Lee Enfield target rifle! Antique. Serial# 199XX.

Mk.VII Target Rear Sight
Caliber: . 303 Enfield
Price: $1100
Inventory # ler_0098
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Prussian military issue Chassepot M.1871 carbine. The gun was made originally as a Chassepot M.1866 needle rifle by the St. Etienne arsenal, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. Chassepot rifles gave an excellent performance to the French troops during the Franco-Prussian War. Yet, the war was lost to the French and hundreds of thousands of Chassepot rifles ended up in hands of Prussian military and its allies. Consequently, the Chassepot rifles were reworked by Prussian arsenals to cavalry style carbines. The needle mechanism was abandoned and the guns were converted to fire 11 mm Mauser ammunition, which, at the time, was standard in Prussian army. The French markings and proof marks are still present on the receiver. The left side of the chamber displays Prussian Crown over "FW" (Frederick Wilhelm, King of Prussia). The same markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock. The right side of the chamber displays several Prussian proof marks (Gothic letters under the crown, please see pictures). Several other Prussian proof marks are stamped on the receiver and bolt. Matching Prussian serial numbers (stamped on the buttstock, nosecap, barrel band, rear sight, chamber, bolt body and on the bolt cocking piece). Some parts are still displaying fading French serial, or assembly numbers. "Holy Water" plug is still in the buttstock, but it was over stamped with Prussian property marks (Gothic letter under the crown). The lower part of the buttstock also displays many German marks. The steel buttplate displays regimental markings, "L.C.X.243" and a number, "13". Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated to 1500 meter. Full length cavalry style stock with no handguard. The carbine was manufactured with no provision for the bayonet. Complete with the cleaning rod. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine condition. 85% of blue finish turning to brownish color. Occasional light patina. The receiver and bolt are finished in white (polished steel), as they should be, and now show some scattered patina. Scattered brown patina and/or light surface rust on the buttplate. The stock shows the usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Some wear to the wood near the buttplate and in front of the trigger guard (please, see pictures). Small hairline crack in front of the barrel band spring, on the right side of the forestock. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. The action works fine. The internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition with no obvious wear. Scarce Prussian issue Chassepot carbine with many interesting markings! Antique. Serial# H897XX.

(Aptierter Chassepot-Karabiner M/71)
Caliber: 11 x 60 mm Mauser
Price: $2360
Inventory # arc_0510
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DESCRIPTION: Very early French needle rifle made by Potts & Hunts in London in 1868, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. English made Chassepot rifles in original condition are very scarce! The Chassepot rifle was a French response to the Prussian Dreyse needle rifle. The major improvement over the Dreyse mechanism, was Chassepot's gas-tight breech. This was achieved by adding the rubber seal to the front part of the bolt. Chassepot gave an excellent performance to the French troops during the Franco-Prussian War. The manufacturer legend in French language is stamped on the left side of the receiver rail, "Potts et Hunts a Londres". The model designation is also stamped on the left side of the receiver rail, "M-le 1866". The French proof marks are stamped on the chamber. The left side of the chamber displays, "Crown over M". Matching serial numbers, except for the cleaning rod (the same serial numbers are stamped on the chamber, bolt, bayonet lug and stock; the cleaning rod displays a mismatched serial number). All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. Two steel barrel bands configuration. The buttplate displays some issue markings, "4" and "13". Complete with the cleaning rod and bayonet. The bayonet and scabbard have matching serial numbers (different than the number on the rifle). Overall length: 51.5 inch. Barrel length: 32 inch. CONDITION: Low excellent. The rifle has original polished steel finish mixed with some scattered light patina. No pitting. Solid stock with some small dings and light scratches. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition, with crisp, strong action. The bolt needle is missing. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. The bayonet is in overall very good condition. The scabbard has a couple of dents. The blade is nice and clean. Scarce English made Chassepot M.1866 infantry rifle in very collectible condition! Antique. Serial# 182XX.

with Bayonet
Caliber: 11mm, combustible cartridge
Price: $2250
Inventory # arc_0508
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DESCRIPTION: French Chassepot M.1866 needle rifle made in St.Etienne in 1869, converted to unknown 9 mm center fire caliber. The quality and style of the rifle indicates that the conversion was done in Southern part of Germany. The rifle was most likely captured during the Franco-Prussian War, and consequently sold on the commercial market in Germany. The barrel has a high quality 9 mm liner. The bolt head was replaced to accommodate for the new caliber ammunition. Double set trigger. Swiss style rear sight. Very fancy Schutzen style trigger guard with floral engraving. The same style of engraving can also be found on the receiver, bolt and butt plate. The barrel is finished in blue, while the receiver, bolt, trigger guard, rear sight and butt plate has very nice case coloring finish. Nice diamond checkering on both sides of bolt handle. The stock also displays diamond checkering at the wrist. The butt plate displays initials, "SL" (German gunsmith?). The stock was shortened to the half-stock configuration. Complete with old style commercial cleaning rod. CONDITION: Low excellent. The blue finish on the barrel is nice and crisp, and it was preserved in about 96%. The condition of the case coloring finish on the other steel parts is very much the same, except for the butt plate, that is slightly worn. Bore is in fine+ condition with a strong rifling. Strong and crisp action. The original military stock was reworked and refinished during the conversion works. The butt stock has some handling marks, that may be a result of an attempt to replace a firing pin in the bolt long time ago (please, see pictures). Small horizontal hairline crack on the left side of the front part of the half-stock (please, see pictures). Fading serial number on the stock. Antique. Very attractive, high quality sporting rifle!

German Chassepot Sporting Rifle
Caliber: 9 mm (?)
Price: $1395
Inventory # arc_0124
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian single shot, breech loading Comblain M.1871/1883 military carbine (Mousqueton Comblain Modèle 1871/1883). Belgian government property mark is stamped on the chamber, "GB in the Oval" (Gouvernement Belge). The right side of the buttstock displays a nice Belgian military property cartouche with following wording, "Crown over L, E. O. H. D. 1871-83". This is a royal initial of King Leopold II. There are also four smaller cartouches stamped on the right side of the buttstock and on the forestock, most likely indicating Belgian government ownership of the carbine. A "Crown over HD" is stamped on the upper part of the receiver. Belgian Rampant Lion is stamped on the right side of the chamber. A date, "1889" is stamped on the left side of the chamber. Several other Belgian marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the carbine. Matching assembly serial numbers on the receiver and on the lever mechanism. No assembly numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts. The upper part of the steel buttplate displays, either a serial number, or an issue number, "Y1202". The carbine utilizes the breech with a locking block that moves up and down. The locking block is activated by a lever, which also serves as a trigger guard. One steel barrel band configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 1000 meters (sighted for the new, higher velocity M.1880 cartridge). Complete with original cleaning rod. The carbine was manufactured with no bayonet lug. Overall length: 38.50 inch. Barrel length: 23 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine+ to low excellent condition. 94% of blue is still on metal, turning to brown patina in some places. The buttplate shows some brown patina. The stocks are in original finish, with some handling marks, light dings and scratches. No cracks in wood. There are six small bug holes in the lower part of the buttstock. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. A very nice example of scarce Belgian military carbine! Serial# 62XX.

Scarce Belgian M.1871/1883 Comblain Carbine
Caliber: 11.4 x 50 mm, rimmed
Price: $2000
Inventory # arc_0516
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian single shot, breech loading Comblain M.1882 military rifle (Fusil d'Infanterie de la Garde Civique Mle 1882). This is most likely an export version of M.1882, as there are no Belgian government property markings stamped on the rifle. At least two countries, Greece and Peru, had purchased small quantities of M.1882 Comblain rifles (Brazil and Chile purchased slightly different Comblain rifles). The rifle utilizes the breech with a locking block that moves up and down. The locking block is activated by a lever, which also serves as a trigger guard. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 1200 meters (sighted for the new, higher velocity M.1880 cartridge). The cleaning rod is missing. Matching contract serial numbers on the receiver and on the lever mechanism. No contract serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts. The right side of the receiver displays wording, "Comblain Brevete", over a serial number (the receiver displays both, a serial number and a contract serial number). The Liege proof marks are stamped on major steel parts of the rifle. A "Crown over JC" is stamped on the upper part of the octagonal part of the barrel. The maker's markings, "A. Francotte a Liege" are stamped on the left side of the octagonal part of the barrel. The right side of the buttstock displays a fading cartouche with unrecognizable wording and letters "JO" in the circle. Several other Belgian marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the rifle. The bayonet lug for the saber type bayonet is located on the right side of the front barrel band. Overall length: 49.50 inch. Barrel length: 34.50 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique very good+ condition. 50% of original blue is still on metal, turning to brown patina in some places. There is scattered light surface rust and/or peppering on the blue. Some cleaning marks on the barrel. The blue on the barrel bands is almost gone. The buttplate has some brown patina. The stocks are in original finish, with usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Two small hairline cracks in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (0.75 inch long, please, see pictures). There are two places in the forestock where some holes, or dings were covered with some kind of the wood filling material. Bore is in fine condition, with shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in very good condition with crisp, strong action. Scarce Belgian military rifle! Serial# 760XX.

Scarce Belgian M.1882 Comblain Infantry Rifle
Caliber: 11.4 x 50 mm, rimmed
Price: $1575
Inventory # arc_0415
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian single shot, breech loading Comblain M.1882 military rifle (Fusil d'Infanterie de la Garde Civique Mle 1882). This is most likely an export version of M.1882, as there are no Belgian government property markings stamped on the rifle. At least two countries, Greece and Peru, had purchased small quantities of M.1882 Comblain rifles (Brazil and Chile purchased slightly different Comblain rifles). The rifle utilizes the breech with a locking block that moves up and down. The locking block is activated by a lever, which also serves as a trigger guard. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 1200 meters (sighted for the new, higher velocity M.1880 cartridge). Complete with a cleaning, which may not be original to the rifle. Matching contract serial numbers on the receiver and on the lever mechanism. No contract serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts. The right side of the receiver displays wording, "Comblain Brevete", over a serial number (the receiver displays both, a serial number and a contract serial number). The Liege proof marks are stamped on major steel parts of the rifle. A "Crown over JC" is stamped on the upper part of the octagonal part of the barrel. The maker's markings, "A. Francotte a Liege" are stamped on the left side of the octagonal part of the barrel. The right side of the buttstock displays letters "JO" in the circle, along with some other unrecognizable markings. Several other Belgian marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the rifle. The bayonet lug for the saber type bayonet is located on the right side of the front barrel band. Overall length: 49.50 inch. Barrel length: 34.50 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique good+ to very good- condition. The finish is mostly in white. Some scattered gray/brown patina. Some cleaning marks on the barrel and receiver. The buttplate has some brown patina. The stocks show usual handling marks, dings and scratches. One small hairline crack in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (0.5 inch long, please, see pictures). Some small age cracks in the buttstock. Some wear to the forestock, just in front the receiver. Wood is partially covered with varnish. Bore is in fine condition, with shiny rifling. The rear sling swivel is missing. Mechanically, the rifle is in very good condition with crisp, strong action. Scarce Belgian military rifle! Serial# 771XX.

Scarce Belgian M.1882 Comblain Infantry Rifle
Caliber: 11.4 x 50 mm, rimmed
Price: $1250
Inventory # arc_0414
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce French single shot Gras M.1874/80 carbine. There is a number of variations of Gras carbines and musketoons. This carbine is 39 inch long and has a straight bolt handle. Made by Chatellerault Arsenal in 1881, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1874 M.80". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes Chatellerault", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. French proof marks are present on the chamber and receiver. Matching serial numbers on the chamber, bayonet lug and on the stock. Mismatched serial number on the bolt. The right side of the buttstock displays a fading cartouche (please, see pictures). The left side of the buttstock displays a large letter, "E". There are also some other, fading markings on the buttstock. Two brass barrel bands configuration. Complete with a cleaning rod, which may not be correct for this model. Brass buttplate displays a large number, "40". Overall length: 39 inch. Barrel length: 20 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 70% of original blue is still on the barrel, rear sight and receiver. Some blue is turning to brownish color. Some light pitting on the barrel, along the stock lines. Solid stock in original finish with some dings and scratches. A "holy water plug" is still in the buttstock. Stock is free of cracks. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition, with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Nice example of French Gras carbine! Antique. Serial# A733XX.

Scarce French Gras M.1874/80 Carbine
Caliber: 11 mm Gras
Price: $1000
Inventory # arc_0515
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DESCRIPTION: Beautiful Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 infantry rifle! This is a bolt action repeater with Vitali box magazine. The rifle features a turning bolt mechanism developed by a famous Dutch gunmaker, Beaumont of Maastricht. The design may have been inspired by the French Chassepot needle rifle. The rifle has a unique V-type leaf striker spring in the hollow two piece bolt handle. Beaumont rifle was developed to replace Dutch Snider conversions. The rifle was manufactured in 1877, as indicated by markings on the chamber. The right side of the buttstock displays a cartouche with Dutch royal letter, "Crown over W, Maastricht 1878". There are also several smaller Dutch markings stamped on the stock in various places. The receiver does not display any maker's markings. The matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, the bolt body, the head of the bolt, the bolt cocking piece and on the rear sight. The magazine follower displays a different number. The conversion date and number are stamped on the buttplate, "1889 4491". Mismatched conversion number, "3474" is stamped on the left side of the chamber (please, see pictures). Complete with the cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent+. The rifle was manufactured with a polished steel finish. The metal was carefully cleaned, in order to return it to its original condition. Stock is in excellent condition, with original finish and some light dings, scratches and handling marks. The stock is free of cracks. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on both, wood and metal. This is the nicest Dutch Beaumont rifle I have ever had! Serial# 4XX. (For a correct socket bayonet, please add $195).Beautiful Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 Infantry Rifle

Caliber: 11.3 x 50 mm, rimmed
Price: $775
Inventory # arc_0406
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian M.1867/1901 Albini-Braendlin single shot breech loading carbine converted from the M.1853 percussion system. In 1901 many surviving Albini-Braendlin infantry rifles were adapted by fortress artillery. Barrels and stocks were shortened, and the nose cap was discarded. The carbine is still in its original caliber, unlike many similar rural gendarmerie carbines that were smooth bored to about 13 mm. The carbine still utilizes the breech with a locking bolt attached to the hammer-body. Two steel barrel bands configuration without a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 900 meters. The barrel displays a date, "1868". Overall length: 45.25 inch. Barrel length: 26.5 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique excellent condition. The barrel and barrel bands have about 82% of blue finish. Other metal parts came with polished steel finish. The blue finish was most likely added when the rifle was converted to a breech loader (M.1853 percussion rifle was finished in polished steel). The rifle shows only minor finish wear. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on the metal are clearly visible. The stock is in original oil finish, with very few handling marks. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. Missing the cleaning rod. Matching serial numbers. Scarce, Belgian breech loading carbine in very collectible condition! Serial# 3X.Belgian M.1867/1901 Albini-Braendlin Fortress

Artillery Carbine
Caliber: 11.4 x 42 mm, rimmed
Price: $1405
Inventory # arc_0075
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DESCRIPTION: Fantastic quality military-style musket. Possibly, a Belgian military cadet gun. Miniature of the full-size military rifle in approximately 75% scale. Rifles of similar dimensions were used by military academies all over Europe. Smoothbore. This musket would fire both 9 mm ammo and shotgun shells. Typical Albini-Braendlin trapdoor-type action. Interesting combination of brass receiver and steel trapdoor. Perfect machining and fitting of all parts! Swiss style butt plate. Military style rear sight. Complete with cleaning rod. Matching serial numbers. CONDITION: Excellent with about 95% of blue, turning to patina in some places. Bore is in excellent condition with shiny, smooth walls. The action works fine. All the internal parts of the musket are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Very smooth stock is in original finish with only some minor handling marks and dings. The wood is free of cracks. Very scarce and beautiful Albini-Braendlin musket. Impressive quality!

Beautiful Belgian Albini-Braendlin Musket
Caliber: 9 mm (?)
Price: $2300
Inventory # arc_0026
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DESCRIPTION: Australian No.1 MK.III* military flaregun. The flaregun was manufactured by CSR Co. in Sydney, Australia in 1943. The frame, barrel and trigger guard are made out of brass, while the trigger, hammer, barrel release lever and all the springs are made out of steel. Left side of the frame is marked "CSR SYDNEY III* 43". Australian military proofs are present on all parts of the flaregun. The left side of the barrel and frame shows, "D, Arrow, K" and "Crown over Two Lances". Matching serial numbers. Barrel length: 6 inch. Complete with a lanyard ring. CONDITION: Good+ to very good-. The action works fine. Bore is in excellent condition. The wooden grips are in fair condition only. The left side grip shows a crack in its upper part. The right side grip has a chunk of wood missing in its lower part. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the flaregun are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Good example of the Australian military flaregun. Serial# 160XX. Polish Army Flaregun wz. 1944

Description & Condition
Australian No.1 MK.III* Flaregun
Caliber: 1 inch
Price: $425
Inventory # flg_0017
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DESCRIPTION: Wz.1944 was a standard flaregun of Polish People Army (LWP) after the World War Two. This particular flaregun was manufactured by Radom in 1965, as indicated by Warsaw Pact code on the barrel, "11" (in the circle). Polish markings and proofs are stamped on major parts. This is basically a Polish manufactured variant of Soviet M.1944 flaregun. Steel frame and barrel. Black plastic grips. Barrel length: 5.75 inch. Complete with a lanyard loop. CONDITION: Fine. The bore is in mint condition (unfired?). 95-96% of original black finish. The upper part of the barrel and frame shows some scratches and dings (please, see pictures). Matching serial numbers (the numbers are stamped on the frame and barrel only). All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the flaregun are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Very strong action. The grips are in like new condition. As issued military configuration. Serial# SRO41XX. (Ref. "Polskie Konstrukcje Broni Strzeleckiej" by Z. Gwozdz and P. Zarzycki, pp.113-115).

Caliber: 26 mm
Price: $295
Inventory # flg_0016
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce French aviator flaregun from the World War One era. The flaregun was developed specifically for the French air force during the Great War. The standard 25 mm army flaregun did not have sufficient signaling range for the aviators. Hence, the idea of long range 36.5 mm flaregun. It is assumed that these flareguns were also used by U.S. Army aviators during the Great War. There are following markings stamped on the left side of the brass frame, "Mod. 1918, B-te SGDG Grivolat Gerest Fils & C-ie" and "A" (in the octagon). Some other maker's markings are also stamped on the frame. Steel barrel, trigger and hammer, brass frame with hardwood grips. High quality of machining and metal finish. Barrel length: 5 inch. Complete with the lanyard ring. CONDITION: Excellent. 95-96% of original, blue finish is still on the barrel, hammer and trigger, with a balance turning to brown patina. The flaregun shows an honest service wear. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the flaregun are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The action works fine. Bore is in fine condition. Original wooden grips with no cracks, but with some minor handling marks. All complete and in as issued condition. The World War One era French aviator flaregun in all original condition! Serial# 13XX.

French Air Force M.1918 Flaregun
Caliber: 36.5 mm
Price: $675
Inventory # flg_0014
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DESCRIPTION: Well made German military flaregun from the World War One era. This type of flaregun is often called, "Hebel". German proofs, "Crown over A", "Crown over B" and "4" (in the circle) are stamped on the right side of the barrel and frame. Imperial German World War One era acceptance mark "Crowned Eagle" is also stamped on the right side of the barrel and frame. The left side of the frame displays markings, "L.B.J." (just in front of the serial number). High quality of machining and metal finish. Original military style two-piece wooden grips. Barrel length: 9 inch. Complete with the lanyard ring. CONDITION: Fine. 90% of original, blue finish is still on the metal, with a balance turning to brown patina. The flaregun shows an honest service wear. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the flaregun are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The action works fine. Bore is in fine condition. Original wooden grips with no cracks, but with some handling marks. All complete and in as issued condition. The World War One era German military flaregun in all original condition! Serial# 49XX.

DESCRIPTION: Interesting and massive Swiss military flaregun. This is probably the largest military flaregun adopted by any army in the world. This type of flaregun is called in Switzerland, "Racketen Pistole". The flaregun was manufactured by Waffenfabrik Neuhausen, and is accordingly marked on the left side of the frame. The Swiss proof, "Cross over M" is also stamped on the left side of the frame. High quality of machining and metal finish. Original military style two-piece hardwood grips. Barrel length: 10.75 inch. Complete with two sling swivels. CONDITION: Fine+. 88-90% of original, blue finish is still on the metal, with a balance being brown patina. The flaregun shows an honest service wear. One spot of light pitting on the left side of the barrel. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the flaregun are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The action works fine. Bore is in excellent condition. Original hardwood grips are free of cracks, but with some handling marks, dings and scratches. All complete and in as issued condition. Interesting Swiss military flaregun! Serial# 5XX.

Massive Swiss Army M.1917/38 Flaregun
Caliber: 34 mm
Price: $850
Inventory # flg_0012
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DESCRIPTION: Interesting Saxon military flaregun from the World War One era. This type of flaregun is often called, "Drucknoph". German proofs, "Crown over U", "Crown over B" and "Crown over S" are stamped on the right side of the barrel and frame. Saxon military property marks, "Crown over FA" are also stamped on the right side of the barrel and frame (the royal cipher of King Friederich August III of Saxony, 1904-1918). Imperial German World War One era acceptance mark "Crowned Eagle" is also stamped on the right side of the barrel. The left side of the frame displays markings, "J.K" (just above the serial number). High quality of machining and metal finish. Original military style two-piece wooden grips. Barrel length: 9.75 inch. Missing the lanyard ring. CONDITION: Fine+. 92% of original, blue finish is still on the metal, with a balance being in white. The flaregun shows an honest service wear. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the flaregun are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The action works fine. Bore is in very good condition. Original wooden grips with no cracks, but with some handling marks. All complete and in as issued condition. Scarce Saxon military flaregun! Serial# 228XX.

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Nazi contract Astra 300 semi auto pistol. The pistol was manufactured in 1944, based on the Spanish production code stamped on the left side of the receiver ("O"). Some researchers believe that this type of pistol, due to its small dimensions, was issued to the Luftwaffe pilots. Many pistols of this type were shipped to Nazi occupation forces in Norway. Matching serial numbers. Original hardwood grips with diamond checkering. High quality of machining and metal finish. The top of the slide displays following markings, "ASTRA Unceta y Compania Guernica Espana". The right side of the frame does not display a Nazi Waffenamt stamp, which is correct, as this pistol was a part of the last shipment made before Allies took control of the Spanish-French border (July 21, 1944, serial numbers: 615801-622600). Correct magazine with Astra's logo on its floorplate. No import markings. Very impressive blowback design! CONDITION: Excellent with 97-98% of original blue still on the metal. Strong action. Hardwood grips show some wear and handling marks (mainly on the right side). There is a small hairline crack in the right side grip, next to the screw. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the pistol are in excellent+ condition, with no visible wear. Nicely preserved Nazi military issue Astra 300 pistol! Serial# 6206XX. (Ref. "Guns of the Reich" by George Markham, pp.69-70, "Spanish Handguns" by Gene Gangarosa Jr., pp.131-139).

Nazi Astra 300 Pistol
Caliber: 9 mm Short (.380 ACP)
Price: $1000
Inventory # mlp_0368
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Spanish Carabineros contract Astra M.1921 semi-automatic pistol. The Carabineros were a branch of the national police force in charge of guarding the borders and operating the custom houses. The Carabineros adopted M.1921 as a service pistol in 1922. Consequently, 11.700 of M.1921 pistols were ordered for this branch of Spanish forces. The pistol was most likely manufactured in the early 1920-s. The upper/rear part of the slide displays pre-1926 company address, "Esperanz. y Unceta, Guernica, Espana. Pistola de 9m/m. Modelo 1921". The upper/front part of the slide displays the Carabineros crest, "Crown with Sunburst" over the Astra logo. Right side of the frame displays a word "Spain". All matching serial numbers. Correct magazine with Astra logo on its floorplate. Original brown horn grips with diamond checkering. High quality of machining. Very impressive design! CONDITION: Fine+ to low excellent. 86% of original blue finish still on the metal, with the balance turning to brownish color. Some light patina on the hilt. The pistol shows an honest holster wear on the edges of the slide and frame. The grips shows some wear and handling marks. The right side grip shows a small hairline crack in its upper part (the screw was over tighten). The left side grip has a small chip in its upper part (again, the screw was over tighten). The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the pistol are in fine condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Interesting Carabineros issue Astra pistol! Serial# 247XX. (Ref.: "Spanish Handguns" by Gene Gangarosa Jr., pp.72-80).Scarce Spanish Carabineros Contract Astra M.1921

Pistol
Caliber: 9 mm Largo
Price: $550
Inventory # mlp_0354
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DESCRIPTION: Spanish army contract Astra M.1921 (400) semi-automatic pistol. Spanish army adopted M.1921 as a service pistol in 1921. Consequently, 35.000 of M.1921 pistols were delivered to Spanish army prior to 1936, and another 28.000 thereafter. The pistol was most likely manufactured in the late 1930-s. The upper/rear part of the slide displays post-1926 company address, "Unceta y Compania, Guernica, Espana. Pistola de 9m/m (38). Modelo 1921 (400)". The upper/front part of the slide displays the Astra logo. Matching serial numbers, except for the barrel. Correct magazine with Astra's name on its floorplate. The pistol comes also with a correct type spare magazine (with Astra logo on its floorplate). Original hardwood grips with diamond checkering. High quality of machining. The pistol is a Spanish arsenal rework. Import markings on the right side of frame, just behind the trigger guard. Very impressive design! CONDITION: Low excellent, as refurbished by Spanish arsenal. 93-94% of blue finish on the metal (arsenal reblue). The pistol shows an honest holster wear on the sharp edges of the slide and frame. Strong action. The grips are nice and solid with some minor handling marks. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the pistol are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The spare magazine shows a couple of spots of light surface rust/pitting. Nice example of Spanish military Astra pistol. Serial# 896XX. (Ref.: "Spanish Handguns" by Gene Gangarosa Jr., pp.72-80).Spanish Army Contract Astra M.1921 (400) Pistol

with Extra Clip
Caliber: 9 mm Largo
Price: $400
Inventory # mlp_0310
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Chilean navy contract Astra M.1921 semi-automatic pistol. The Chilean navy ordered only 842 of Astra M. 1921 pistols in 1930. The pistol displays a Chilean Star and wording, "Marina de Chile" on the upper/front part of the slide (please, see pictures). The upper/rear part of the slide displays company address, "Esperanza y Unceta, Guernica, Espana. Pistola de 9m/m. Modelo 1921". The upper/front part of the slide also displays the Astra logo. All matching serial numbers. Correct magazine with Astra logo on its floorplate. Original hard rubber grips with diamond checkering. High quality of machining. No import markings. Very impressive design! CONDITION: Fine, with 78% of original blue finish still on the metal, with the balance turning to brownish color. Some light patina on the hilt. The pistol shows an honest holster wear on the edges of the slide and frame. Strong action. The grips shows some light wear and handling marks. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the pistol are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Interesting Chilean navy issue Astra pistol! Serial# 367XX. (Ref.: "Spanish Handguns" by Gene Gangarosa Jr., p.74).

Scarce Chilean Navy Contract Astra M.1921 Pistol
Caliber: 9 mm Largo
Price: $650
Inventory # mlp_0295
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DESCRIPTION: "Ruby" type semi automatic pistol manufactured in the period of 1911-1918 by Esperanza y Unceta, Guernica (Astra), as indicated by markings on the right side of the slide. Blowback design based on John Browning's FN/Colt M.1903. The left side of the slide is marked, "7.65 1911 Model Automatic Pistol Astra Patent". Left side of the frame displays English language safety lever markings, "SAFE" and "FIRE". The barrel displays following markings, "Hope" and "Crown over PG" (most likely, the markings of one of the Eibar subcontractors). Similar pistols were supplied to the Allied forces during World War One. Among others, the French Chauchaut machine gunners were supplied with short grip Ruby pistols in special box like holsters. The French military bought Ruby pistols off the shelf in 1915. Some Spanish proofs are stamped on the frame of the pistol. Wooden grips with diamond checkering. Seven shot magazine. CONDITION: very good-, with 75% of original blue mixed with brown patina and some peppering. Some light pitting on the frame, along the grips edges. Strong action. The grips show some wear and some handling marks. The bore is in fair condition only, with worn rifling. Serial# 17XX. (Ref.: "Spanish Handguns" by Gene Gangarosa Jr., pp.25-38).

Astra M.1911 Semi-Auto Pistol
Caliber: 7.65mm Auto (.32 ACP)
Price: $395
Inventory # mlp_0281
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DESCRIPTION: Italian Navy contract military pistol assembled in 1942, as indicated by the markings on the left side of the slide. The slide also displays a caliber designation, "7.65" (correct caliber for the Italian Navy contract). The back of the left side of the frame displays Italian Navy procurement markings, "CM". The original military black plastic grips display traditional "PB" emblem. High quality of machining. Eight shot magazine. Blowback design. Italian Navy Beretta pistols in 7.65 caliber, are much more difficult to find than Italian army pistols. No import markings. CONDITION: Excellent, with 97% of original blue still on the metal. The wear is mostly on the edges of the slide (holster wear), on the front part of the hilt and on the barrel. All matching serial numbers (frame, slide, barrel). Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the pistol are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The grips are in excellent condition with almost no handling marks. As issued military configuration. Very smooth action. Very difficult to find Italian Navy contract Beretta M.1935 pistol! Serial# 4951XX. Very Scarce Italian Navy Contract Beretta M.1935

Pistol
Caliber: 7.65 mm Auto (.32 ACP)
Price: $1100
Inventory # ber_0027
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DESCRIPTION: Early Post-War Beretta M.1935 semi-automatic pistol. The slide of the pistol displays a standard post-war Beretta address and a caliber designation, "7.65". The left side of the frame displays a "Crown over Rampant Lion" and a "Crown over PD". The right side of the frame displays Italian proof, "Star over PSF", "AF" (in the rectangular) and "PS" (in the oval). The original military black plastic grips display traditional "PB" emblem. High quality of machining. Eight shot magazine. Blowback design. No import markings. CONDITION: Excellent+, with 99% of original blue still on the metal. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. All the internal parts of the pistol are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The grips are in excellent condition with almost no handling marks. Very smooth action. Very nice early post-War Beretta M.1935 semi-automatic pistol! Serial# 6878XX.

Early Post-War Beretta M.1935 Pistol
Caliber: 7.65 mm Auto (.32 ACP)
Price: $400
Inventory # ber_0026
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