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MAUSER S/42 CODE K DATE LUGER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:4,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
MAUSER S/42 CODE K DATE LUGER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL.
Cal. 9mm Luger. S# 2552. Bbl. 4" w/ I beam 37 proof & odd S#3 stamping; 2 & 5 are close followed by space then close 522. There is no "S" on the bbl. but there is on fin shaped front sight blade. Mfg. 1934 w/ secret date code of "K" used as Hitler violated Treaty of Versailles by secretly building military forces. First variation w/ I beam 37 proofs & w/in 2nd S# block of 1700-5250 correctly having mixed script & gothic “S” marks on all components except previously described bbl. Matching numbered parts including rear toggle pivot. Strawed sm. parts & appropriate internal areas in the white; checkered walnut grips matching numbered & proofed (unmarked grip screws). MAGS: 2 correct very good to near excellent 8 rd. tin plated bodies w/ I beam 37 proofs at base of spine & on aluminum bases. Both matching numbered “2552” w/ 1 additionally having “+”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: good plus black flap holster w/ buckle & strap retention. Top of each belt loop repaired; one restitched, other retained by fine wire. Repaired flap hinge stitching. Back between loops marked “GEBRUDER KLINGE” over “DRESDEN” over “1936” over “WaA132(?)”. CONDITION: very good to excellent appearance w/ very minimal holster like wear on side plate, front edges of receiver & at muzzle. Fit of receiver to frame noticeably snug. 2 Sm. areas of raised metal around right side of receiver at rear toggle pivot. Most markings appear sharp & deep. Exceptional straw colors w/ very minimal fading on trigger. Very good left grip w/ light to moderate hand wear. Right grip w/ more hand wear & occasional light spots. Refinished grip screws w/ somewhat lg. slots. Very good bore. (20-3345/NW). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.