Got this from my Dad and would like to know more about it. From the serial number, 477828, it looks like it would be a Military 3rd variant. The magazine doesn't have any markings on the bottom and I was wondering if it would be the original? No holster unfortunately, but the pistol seems to be in decent condition. Not sure where the original grips are, but I was told they were broken and the walnut grips were put on. Would it be worth it to get the repro grips from eBay or leave well enough alone?
Thanks guys!
Dave
Very nice late war 38H! You’re correct it’s military marked (I can see the eagle/37 marking on the trigger guard) and 3rd variation. That magazine is correct for a late war gun. As for the grips, if it were mine I’d either leave well enough alone (those don’t actually look too bad at all) or track down an original set to bring it back to its original glory. Finish on the gun looks really nice though so either way it’s a great gun! I have one not terribly far from yours in the 476xxx serial range.