1214 WWII GERMAN SUPERVISED NORWEGIAN KONGSBERG

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Category Firearms & Military
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Start Price 1,500.00 USD
Estimated at 3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
657(n) SEMI AUTO PISTOL WITH BROWN HOLSTER. Cal. 11.25mm (45 ACP). S# 29841 (1945). In June 1940, the Kongsberg factory was commandeered by invading German forces. During 1945, The Germany Army Weapons Office ordered production of pistols in preparation for an Allied invasion of Norway. The Norwegian Model 1914 pistol was given the designation of the Pistole 657(n) & mfg. under German supervision. Per "Colt .45 Government Models (Commercial Series)" by Charles Clawson, "921 were Nazi proofed in the serial number range from 29615 to 30535". All correct parts have matching frame S# including 5" barrel having German firing proof on lug & Jorgen Bjornholt proof. Slide with correct Kongsberg crest (used from 1945-1947), German Waffenamt, dated "1945" & stamped with dot & "F" behind rear sight. Frame & barrel stamped with script "JB" proof on triggerguard; Jorgen Bjornholt was a civilian sub-inspector forced into to be control officer by the Germans. Two piece checkered birch grips. MAGS: 2 phosphate finished 7 rd. with lanyard rings. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown leather holster ink marked "P657N" on flap. CONDITION: very good. Over 90% original phosphate finish on barrel, slide & frame showing scattered small areas of worn finish & light scratches. Good grips with areas of flattened diamonds and scratches. Good bore with light frosting & wear to lands. (24-6893/MD). CURIO. $3,000-4,000.