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Lot 3430: Two Finnish Semi-Automatic Pistols

Two Finnish Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2016

Lot 3430: Two Finnish Semi-Automatic Pistols

Two Finnish Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2016

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700

A) Valmet L-35 Semi-Automatic Pistol with British Proofs

Manufacturer: Valmet Inc
Model: L-35
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 2228
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 187
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

A Finnish copy of the Swedish Lahti semi-automatic pistol. Features a fixed blade front and notch rear sights, loaded chamber indicator, and checkered grips with the "VKT" diamond logo on the right panel and an inset brass diamond on the left stamped "7". The frame slide and breechblock have matching serial numbers. Small "crown/BNP" proofs are present on the left side of the slide and frame, and the underside of the barrel is marked with standard British nitro and tonnage proofs.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. 80% plus original blue finish remains with some areas of mild edge wear, handling marks, and small nicks and dings. The front sight appears to have been removed, altered, and reinstalled, and there appears to be a missing piece at the front of the frame, but it does not seem to hinder basic function. The grips are fine with handling marks and sharp checkering. The brass plaque on the left panel is loose. Mechanically excellent.



B) Valmet L-35 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Valmet Inc
Model: L-35
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 2228
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 187
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Features fixed blade front and notch rear sights, with a deep polished blue finish and checkered "VKT" grips. Matching serial numbers are found on the frame, slide, and breechblock.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. 98% original blue finish remains with some traces of light edge wear, handling marks, and clear markings. The grips are also excellent with light handling marks and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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