A) Mauser "byf/43" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
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Serial Number: ![](data:image/png;base64,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)
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:Standard "byf/43" slide markings and standard "Eagle/135" proofs with the firing proof and "*" on the right side of the slide. Visible "d" block serial numbers match. Ribbed grips and "P.38v" marked magazine which has an "Eagle/135" proof on the spine. Pistol is listed by serial number in Buxton's THE P.38 PISTOL, VOL II with the asterisk on the slide noted.
Rating Definition:Very fine. The pistol retains 97% original blue finish showing a faint plum patina. The grips are excellent with some scattered very minor handling marks.
B) Mauser Dual Tone "byf/44" Code P38 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1330
Serial Number: ![](data:image/png;base64,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)
Catalog Page: 191
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:Blue barrel with remaining surfaces having a phosphate finish. "Eagle/WaA135" proofs, left side of slide has "byf/44" markings, visible "d" block serial numbers are matching, ribbed grips and jvd magazine.
Rating Definition:Excellent. The barrel retains 97% original blue finish showing a faint plum patina. The remaining metal surfaces retain 95% original phosphate finish showing some thinning to a gray.