I decided to take the coin money and get another pistol, an expensive one that I would otherwise be unable to afford. I wanted something permanent in hand with that money, rather than ammo. I'll get some ammo for my birthday next month.
With the help of Jamie (Daltrey99), we narrowed a short list of contenders on GunBoards to this one from a seller whom he recommended. Runner up was a commercial proofed Walther PP from 1945; 11000# from the end of production.
Walther PP (Pistol Polizei model 1929), 7.65mm, manufactured by Walther at Zella Mahlis, Thüringen. Serial number 972138 dates this all matching piece to mid-year 1937 (967400-977300; 9900 pieces). Non-import with pre-war Crown N commercial proofs. Excellent bore, with about 90% original finish remaining. Front strap is marked R.F.V. 9624 W, showing use by the Reichs Finanz Verwaltung (Reichs Finance Ministry).
The 7.65 family has grown to seven pieces. M35 4UT Beretta next, which will be followed by the last: a FN 10/22.
MS
With the help of Jamie (Daltrey99), we narrowed a short list of contenders on GunBoards to this one from a seller whom he recommended. Runner up was a commercial proofed Walther PP from 1945; 11000# from the end of production.
Walther PP (Pistol Polizei model 1929), 7.65mm, manufactured by Walther at Zella Mahlis, Thüringen. Serial number 972138 dates this all matching piece to mid-year 1937 (967400-977300; 9900 pieces). Non-import with pre-war Crown N commercial proofs. Excellent bore, with about 90% original finish remaining. Front strap is marked R.F.V. 9624 W, showing use by the Reichs Finanz Verwaltung (Reichs Finance Ministry).
The 7.65 family has grown to seven pieces. M35 4UT Beretta next, which will be followed by the last: a FN 10/22.
MS
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