^Lot 973a Republic Ruby Pistol .32 ACP SN: 39801

Spanish "Ruby" pattern pistol made in the Eibar region in the 1920's for export to the U.S., probablely by Arrizablaga. Slide marked " Automatic Pistol "Republic Patent" Cal 7.65, and "Made in Spain" on the heel. 3" barrel, manual safety/slide stop, lanyard ring. Bore is good/bright, action is smooth/tight, checkered hard rubber grips are good, blued finish is about 405 with handling loss, edge wear. NRA Condition-Good as C&R Firearm.