Spring 2025 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction
May 8th, 9th, 10th, & 11th, 2025
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!
WWII GERMAN SUPERVISED NORWEGIAN KONGSBERG PISTOLE 657(n) SEMI AUTO PISTOL WITH BLACK HOLSTER
24-5547
Cal. 11.25mm (45 ACP)
S# 30188 (1945)
In June 1940, the Kongsberg factory was commandeered by invading German forces. During 1945, The Germany Army Weapons Office order 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”. Safety lock & ejector not numbered along with grip safety non matching “186”; other parts matching numbered including 5″ barrel having German firing proof on lug. Slide with correct Kongsberg crest (used from 1945-1947), German Waffenamt, dated “1945” & stamped with dot & “B” behind rear sight. Frame with script “JB” proof on triggerguard; Jorgen Bjornholt was a civilian sub-inspector forced into to be control officer by the Germans. Frame has “GU INC OMAHA NE” import mark under two piece checkered birch grips. MAGS: 1 nickel plated 7 rd. with blued base having lanyard loop.
UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black leather holster showing light wear & marks.
STATUS: CURIO
