^Lot 640 S.A.C.M. French Model 1935A Semi-Automatic Pistol

S.A.C.M. French Model 1935A Semi-Automatic Pistol, #G8958A, 7.65mm Long cal., 4.3" barrel, gray parkerized finish, checkered plastic two-piece grips, dovetailed blade front sight, fixed square-notch rear sight, lanyard loop, and one blue steel 8-round magazine. Magazine base is marked "35.A". Pistol is not import marked. Pistol is in fine overall condition, retaining approx. 93%-94% thinning factory finish, with holster wear, scattered scratches and minor marks along the frame and slide, thinning to the front and backstrap. Grips show light wear, checkering is sharp. Action functions well. Bore is very good with light frosting and well-defined rifling. Manufactured from 1935-1945, the model 1935A was used by French troops in WWII and later in Indochina from 1945-1954. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R)