November 18, 2020 Extraordinary, Sporting & Collector Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/18/2020
Developed by Schmeisser and marketed by Bergman these unique pistols used proprietary cartridges and are at the forefront of self loading handgun development. Serial number 1207 with matching numbers including grips. Rust blue finish with straw finished hammer and trigger and fire blue safety. U crown proofs on barrel and receiver. Manufacturers crest "V.C.S. GAGGENAU, SUHL" on right side of frame. Later variation with extractor for cartridges Drift adjustable blade front sight with fixed integral rear sight. CONDITION: Very fine with over 90% of the original rust blue finish remaining thinning of grip straps and with edge wear. Straw finished are very good with high point wear. Bore is excellent, bright and sharp. Grips are very good with sharp checkering and without distress. Action operates properly smoothly. A very fine example of the early development of self loading arms.
Caliber/Bore
6.5mm Bergmann