Synopsis:

Desirable 1938 pre-war Soviet TT-33 Tokarev pistol with very early serial number ?K663, representing peak quality Soviet manufacturing during Stalin's military buildup with all matching components including original bakelite grips and marked magazine.

Description:

Desirable early Soviet TT-33 Tokarev pistol, made 1938, serial number ?K663 with original magazine. Standard military configuration semi-automatic pistol chambered in 7.62x25mm Tokarev cartridge with fixed front sight and drift adjustable rear sight. Top of slide marked with serial number, Soviet star acceptance, and production year. Left side of frame with identical markings. High-quality pre-war finish characteristic of early Soviet production before wartime manufacturing compromises. Disassembly shows a matching barrel and hammer group. Original black bakelite grips with "CCCP" communist star logo molded into grip panels. Removable hammer-sear mechanism assembly distinctive to Tokarev design for simplified maintenance. No external safety as standard for military configuration, relying on half-cock notch for carry safety. Correct magazine with 6 indicator holes and removable floorplate marked HT560.

Condition:

VG with holster wear and spotting as one would expect from a military pistol that has seen moderate use. Comparable condition grips and magazine. Slightly dull bore with sharp rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. A classic and always desirable Soviet pistol that was made prior to WWII!