GUN FALL 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/31/2017
UNIQUE CUSTOM PERIOD ENGRAVED WWII GERMAN INSPECTED ASTRA 300 CALIBER .380.ASTRA300557542.380MODERN; C&R; ESACal. .380. 3-7/8" bbl. With blue finish overall. With Germanic scroll and foliate embellishment equating to virtually full coverage. German eagle / WaA 251, inspection found on right rear of frame. Period 2-pc ivory grips with German droop eagle insignia on both left and right sides of grip panels. A number of these petite Astra pocket models were purchase by Germany and issued amongst the Condor Legion who assisted in keeping Franco in power. CONDITION: Very good overall with virtually half of the blue finish having dulled to a dove gray from use and carry. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. All visible numbers found to be matching. Ivory stocks have pleasant staining and aging that are solid with no evident cracks or material loss. Mechanics are good. 52700-16 TDW (5,000-7,500)