A scarce cased and factory engraved FN Model 1900 semi-automatic pistol
Lot 5390¢
A scarce cased and factory engraved FN Model 1900 semi-automatic pistol
circa 1905-07
Sold for US$ 4,095 inc. premium

Antique Arms & Armour

11 Jun 2012, 10:00 PDT

San Francisco
Lot Details
A scarce cased and factory engraved FN Model 1900 semi-automatic pistol
circa 1905-07
Serial no. 239465, 7.65mm. Slide with pre-1907 markings: Fabrique-Nationale-Herstal-Liege (Browning's Patent). Blued finish. Factory engraved with panels of strapwork and leafage. Blued finish. Checkered hard rubber post-1905 FN grips. Complete with original green velour and green satin-lined black fabric-covered case. Interior of lid gilt-stamped Fabrique Nationale d'Armes de Guerre/Societe Anonyme/Herstal-Liege (Belgique). Fitted interior retaining the cleaning rod, combination tool and magazine.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining 98% rust blued finish showing some light muzzle and edge wear. Clean bore. Excellent grips. Case exterior showing some wear and a few small areas of missing fabric. Lining showing light staining and wear.
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