Guns International #: 101310665
Seller's Inventory #: M19-1733
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Guns International #: 101310665
Category - P38 Pistols
- Military Pistols - German
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc. Member Since: 4/27/15
State:
Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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WW2 Vintage Mauser BYF44 Code P-38 Pistol in 9mm Luger
** All Matching & All-Original ** SOLD
Description: This is a very nice all-original and all-matching Nazi P-38 pistol made by the famous Mauser firm in 1944. Coded "BYF 44", this was the German Miltary's attempt to hide where their arms were being produced in case it was captured. The P-38 pistol was the replacement for the P-08 Luger, a much simpler design that took less man-hours to manufacture as well as much cheaper to produce. The P-38 was chambered in 9mm Luger just like the German Luger, however it had the ability to fire double action and featured an exposed hammer with a safety/de-cocking lever mounted on the left side of the slide. The P-38 also featured an alloy frame, grooved Bakelite grips, a one lever take-down design, and a loaded chamber indicator that protrudes from the rear of the pistol when a round is in the chamber. The P-38 proved to be a satisfactory weapon when placed in service, and it filled the role it was intended for when it was adopted. This particular example is most certainly a veteran "trophy weapon" that was brought home or shipped to the States after the war. It has been well cared-for over the years, and still shows an attractive all-original factory finish. As you can see from the pictures, the blue finish shows some very minor pitting and handling marks but no eye sores or bad spots. The vast majority of the deductions are all from the right forward side of the slide and the front grip strap, with the balance of the pistol clean and bright. All of the numbered parts in this gun are original and matching, and all of the factory stampings and Waffenamts are clear and crisp. The bore in this P-38 is beautiful and in excellent condition, shiny and bright with sharp rifling throughout the barrel and no visible imperfections. The original black Bakelite grips are in excellent condition overall. Both sides are free from any cracks, chips, major damage, or repairs, and both sides are tight to the gun with no wiggle. All of the controls on this Mauser are in perfect working order and the action is slick and locks up perfectly. This P-38 should function flawlessly. It comes with one WW2 original factory magazine that has a stamped 359 Waffenamt, originally from the Walther factory. The magazine is in great shape and 100% functional. This BYF 44 P-38 pistol would be an excellent addition to any gun or military weapons collection. SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes Manufacturer: Mauser (BYF Code) Model: P-38 Serial Number: 868Z Caliber Info: 9mm Luger Bore: Excellent Condition: Very Good Manufacture Date: 1944 |
Guns International #: 101310665
Seller's Inventory #: M19-1733
Guns International #: 101310665
Seller's Inventory #: M19-1733