^Lot 284 Mauser S/42 1936 Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

Mauser S/42 1936 Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #9744n, 9mm cal., 4'' barrel, blue finish, straw colored small parts, checkered walnut grips, inverted-"V" front sight, fixed rear sight with small "V"-notched groove, with stock lug, no grip safety. Includes one mis-matched magazine with aluminum base, numbered ''9623l+'' with ''(eagle)63'' proof on the base. Pistol is marked ''S/42''on toggle link with ''1936'' date on top of chamber. Right side of receiver with two ''(eagle)63'' proofs; another is located on left side of the barrel. Right of the receiver and barrel with ''droop wing eagle'' proof. All visible numbers matching (excluding the magazine); grips are not numbered and takedown lever is double stamped. Pistol is in fine condition, retaining approx. 92% blue with wear to both sides of the muzzle, edges of the trigger guard, and sideplate accounting for most of the finish loss. Front and backstrap display very mild toning and frosting. Factory lettering and proof marks are clear. Small parts retain approx. 75%-80% straw colors. Grips show moderate signs of age and handling wear to the checkering detail. Action and hold open function properly. Bore rates near excellent overall and is bright with well-defined rifling. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R/PPT)