May 8-10, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/9/2024
Manufactured in Switzerland circa 1952 to 1956. Pistol features a blue, tapered octagon barrel chambered in .22 LR with ramped Patridge front sight and adjustable rear. Hammer proofed miniature Martini action stamped on the right with the Olympic rings over "London / 1948" and "Helsinki / 1952" where these pistols took the podium. Classically stocked in walnut to cradle the shooters hand. Complete with period wood shooters case, cleaning tools, targets, and shooting log book. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Near excellent. Nearly all of the blue its retained with some light high edge silvering. Stocks have some scattered marks and small spots of finish loss. Very fine, bright bore. Crisp mechanics. Case and accessories show some wear and use.
Item Dimensions: 21 x 7 x 9"