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Pistols => Model HSC Pistol => Topic started by: Warbird on May 21, 2013, 12:26:13 PM

Title: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: Warbird on May 21, 2013, 12:26:13 PM

I thought I would share my latest addition.  Kriegsmarine HSc serial number 700516, which would make it the 516th production pistol from December 1940.  It's all matching at about 97%-98% finish with the KM Property Mark engraved on the front Gripstrap, early dark wood stained Grip Panels, and, of course, the Low Grip Screw position notable on the first 1,345 HSc pistols.  Thanks to Tom Whiteman at Legacy Collectables for brokering the deal for me.

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: jcorl on May 22, 2013, 03:05:44 PM

I am so envious I could spit!!  Congratulations!!!    That is just great news!!
 
 
Jim
 
 

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: Warbird on May 22, 2013, 03:28:19 PM

Don't be envious, Jim.  I have waited many, many years for the right one to come along.

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: jcorl on May 22, 2013, 03:56:34 PM

I know that is so very true.  I am honored to be the first to congratulate you on this forum.  You and I know what an accomplishment you achieved.  And the condition just is "out of sight".   Way to go!!
 
Jim

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: vlim on May 22, 2013, 04:48:35 PM

Nice example! Good to see you were finally able to get a nice one!

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: Warbird on May 22, 2013, 05:01:11 PM

Thanks, Gerben.  I only wish my photography skills were as good as yours so I could present it properly.

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: jcorl on May 22, 2013, 09:39:35 PM

Does the mag seem to be early war?
 
 
Jim

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: Warbird on May 22, 2013, 10:38:03 PM

Yes.  It's an Early Wartime Banner Magazine.

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: jcorl on May 23, 2013, 02:05:50 PM

I guess I need to get on Tom's list.  He seems to come up with great stuff. 
 
Jim

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: gebirg on May 26, 2013, 03:10:35 PM

That is some great find - grats to you, really a collector piece...

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: rob67gt on August 14, 2013, 10:46:48 AM

Congrats Warbird!!!  This is a beautiful piece and one that any collector would be anxious to own.  This version remains my "Holy Grail".  I remain hopeful (and diligent) that there is one out there for me!

Regards - Rob

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: Warbird on August 14, 2013, 01:08:40 PM

Thanks, Rob.  As you can tell from my experience, the right one for you is out there ... it just takes a LOT of PATIENCE and establishing a good network while waiting for it to come along.

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: rob67gt on August 14, 2013, 09:21:30 PM

Words to live by Warbird.  I am WAITING and trying my best to be patient.  Well done!

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: pardt on December 15, 2013, 12:09:16 PM

I know this is a old thread but I am getting caught up. Beautiful gun.

Title: Re: Low Grip Screw KM HSc
Post by: jcorl on December 16, 2013, 11:58:58 AM

This one never gets old. 

Jim