SOLD - Rare, First-Series Finnish Lahti VKT L-35 Rig

Description

4/17/25 - This is a nice example of a rare Finnish VKT L-35 Rig, made in 1939-41. The first series are seldom seen "SA" marked because it was first introduced in the summer of 1942. The entire first series was delivered to the military during 1939-41. This Finnish designed and manufactured pistol (a copy of the Lahti) was issued to Finnish military frontline-units during Winter War (1939 - 1940) in very small numbers and in growing numbers during Continuation War (1941 - 1944). After World War it remained in use of Finnish Armed Forces until 1980's. The gun is all matching and has retained roughly 70% of its original finish. There is noticeable wear on the grip straps, high edges, and around the muzzle. Tiny pitting at the back left of the slide and frame. Very nice bore with good rifling. Fitted with excellent VKT grips. It comes as a rig with a Swedish holster (replaced belt loop) and a proper "SA" marked Finnish contract magazine. There is a tiny import mark on the small edge of the magazine well.