GUN SPRING 2018
The live portion of this session begins on Wednesday, March 21, 2018.
WALTHER TARGET PISTOL COLLECTOR'S LOT. WALTHER 1932 3750 22 MODERN; C&R Cal. 22LR cal. 7-1/2" bbl. This exact pistol is pictured on pg 91 of Walther Volume II by James L. Rankin, described on pg 89. This gun is also featured on pg 58 of Walther Volume III, by James L. Rankin, described on pg 57. The front sight is adjustable for elevation. Standard markings on gun. Crown/N commercial proofs. Walther banner is marked on both sides of the grips and mag floor plate. Checkered wood grips. Proper mag. This gun is described as a Special Stoeger Model. PROVENANCE: Ex James L. Rankin collection. The esteemed collection of noted expert and author Warren Buxton. CONDITION: Fine with most of the finish and some light handling marks. Markings are clear. Slide hold open catch on left side of frame needs attention. Fine bore with sharp rifling. There is a crack running down the length of the left side at the rear of the grip. Mechanics are functional. 53005-30 GER (3,500-4,500)
FINE WALTHER 1932 OLYMPIA 22LR PISTOL WITH LEATHER POUCH.WALTHER1932 OLYMPIA394922LRLeather coverMODERN; C&RCal. 22LR. 7-1/2" bbl. Standard markings. Crown N proofs on right side. Checkered wood grip. Mag marked 68 on right side. Accompanied by soft leather slip case. PROVENANCE: The esteemed collection of noted expert and author Warren Buxton. CONDITION: Fine with light handling marks. Some dings at chamber end of bbl. Grips are fine with sharp checkering, light handling marks, standard crack at top rear left corner. Fine mechanical function. Pouch is dirty, good usable condition. 53005-54 GER (1,500-1,750)
SCARCE AND DESIRABLE WALTHER 1936 OLYMPIA .22LR PISTOL.WALTHER19364816O22MODERN; C&RCal. 22. 9-3/8" bbl. Standard markings. Crown N commercial prewar proofs. Checkered wood grips. Matching SN's on slide, frame and proper wood bottom mag. Mag has "E. Sohngen" tastefully scratched into the spine. PROVENANCE: The esteemed collection of noted expert and author Warren Buxton. CONDITION: Fine with finish wear on high points and average handling marks. All markings clear. Grips are very good with minor dings and handling marks. Bore is fine with sharp rifling. Mechanics are fine. 53005-137 GER (1,000-1,250)