SOLD - Very Rare, Minty Lahti L-35 Valmet - First Variation

Description

9/19/23 - This is a very early Lahti L-35, one of the rarest Lahti variants. It's in exceptional condition, with only minor high edge wear on frame and muzzle from being in a holster. Mint bore and grips. This Series I pistol is one of ~2,600 produced, and these are very difficult to find in the U.S. These were made before the Winter War and many were lost in battle with the surviving guns either captured by Russians or still remaining in Finnish Arsenals. These guns were different from the later variations in its contour of the top of the slide, in addition to having a shoulder stock lug. This gun is correctly proofed, with small parts properly serialized. These early guns were not SA marked, as that directive came after they were distributed to the troops. Excellent VKT marked grips without defects. Comes with an original leather holster, which is marked Crown over I.8 on the back. The holster is in good condition but does have minor cracking on the mag pouch. Minuscule Simpson import mark on the bottom of the mag well.