December 6-8, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/8/2023
Made at DWM in Germany in 1902 for the commercial market in the United States, with 600-700 produced. Blued matching number "fat barrel". Blued frame with all matching visible numbers, a dished toggle, squeeze grip safety, and frame marked "GERMANY" under serial number. Stamped with U.S. Crest on the receiver. Correct 2-piece checkered walnut grips with correct style polished wood bottom magazine marked "CAL 9m/m". PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: 90% original blue with light edge wear and areas of silvery patina and freckling with handling wear. Small area of pitting near muzzle. Faded straw. Some dings from assembly and disassembly. Wood grips have no chips or cracks, with checkering starting to wear flat. Good bore and mechanics.