- Sauer 1913 Serial Numbers Chart
- Sauer 1913 Serial Numbers List
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When examining the pistol more closely: don’t be irritated should the internal numbers differ from the outside SN. This is quiet normal for 1913s from app. SN 50.xxx on. In this case, the internal number on the grip tang is the leading number all other numbers should follow (screw cap, slide, trigger, and so on). Regards Martin. Dec 20, 2011 The 258 numbers are JP Sauer factory assembly numbers, the frame and other major parts should also have the same number. The serial number was applied after the pistol was assembled and inspected. Sauer M1913's are nice shooting pistols so it has some value as a shooter but if has been refinished it's value as a collectible is decreased.
- Mar 26, 2012 Model 1913 serial numbers attained about 180,000. Many served in WWII as the German government continued to let selected personnel carry privately purchased handguns chosen from an approved list. A 1953 police handbook from communist East Germany still listed the Model 1913.
- Sauer & Sohn Model 1913 is a 7.65mm Variant 2 carrying serial number 89178. This piece of German military history is in stock and ready to ship today. The Model 1913, like all early Sauers, was manufactured to an extremely high standard. The Model 1913 was originally finished with a.
Sauer 38H | |
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Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
Place of origin | Nazi Germany |
Service history | |
In service | 1939–45 |
Used by | Nazi Germany People's Movement for the Liberation of Azawad[1] |
Wars | World War II Tuareg rebellion (1990–1995) |
Production history | |
Designer | J. P. Sauer & Sohn |
Designed | 1938 |
Manufacturer | J. P. Sauer & Sohn |
Produced | 1938–1945 |
No. built | ~200,000 |
Specifications | |
Mass | 705 g (1 lb 9 oz) |
Length | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
Barrel length | 83 mm (3.3 in) (SP 2340, SP 2009, SP 2022) 91 mm (3.6 in) (SPC 2009) |
Cartridge | .25 ACP (6.35mm).380 ACP (9mm Kurz) |
Action | Straight blowback |
Muzzle velocity | 280 m/s (920 ft/s) with 7.65×17mm[2] |
Effective firing range | 25 metres (27 yd) |
Feed system | 8-round detachable box magazine |
Sights | Fixed iron sights, front—blade, rear—notch |
The Sauer 38H or often just H was a small semi-automatic pistol made in Nazi Germany from 1938 until just after the end of World War II by J. P. Sauer & Sohn, then based in Suhl, Germany. The 'H' in the model number is short for 'hahn', referring to the internal hammer of the firing mechanism.
Development[edit]
Sauer developed the model 38H from their earlier semi-automatic handguns. It was necessary to compete with companies such as Mauser and Walther in the commercial market.[3] However, with the outbreak of the war, most pistols went to various German police agencies. These pistols were stamped by those agencies and some can still be found with the holster and additional magazine with which they were distributed. Sauer 38H pistols presented to Nazi officials often featured custom engraving, ivory grips, and often gold inlay as well. For example, in September 2004, the Rock Island Auction Company sold a Sauer 38H, serial number 363573, that belonged to Sepp Dietrich for $43,125.00.[4]
The Sauer 38H was produced in three basic models. Generally, the slide of the first model says 'JP Sauer und Sohn' on the left. The second version says only 'CAL 7.65', and the third version omits the safety and the cocking/decocking lever. Towards the end of the war, weapons produced were simplified for quicker, cheaper production. For the 38H, this meant simpler markings, rough finish, and the elimination of features like the slide-mounted safety. Much more rarely, some late production examples retained the safety but omitted the cocking/decocking lever. So-called 'late-war' models were still fully functional though. Final examples, produced until April 1945 when the factory was overrun by the Allies, feature mismatched serial numbers and poor fit and finish.[5]
Sauer 1913 Serial Numbers Chart
The concept of the Sauer 38H persists in the SIG Sauer P232 and its predecessor the P230, which also feature a fixed barrel, decocking lever, and similar internal design. As a testament to their fine design, many Sauer 38Hs are regularly used by owners to this day, albeit usually with replacement grips.
Design details[edit]
The 'H' in the model number indicates this pistol uses a shrouded hammer as opposed to striker style firing of earlier Sauer models. Other features included a traditional double-action trigger, single-column magazine and an action spring surrounding a fixed barrel.
A revolutionary feature was the use of a lever that either cocked or decocked (dropped the hammer) safely. This is the first handgun to have this type device [6](located on the left side below the slide, just forward of the grip). The hammer on the Sauer 38H could be lowered for safe carry at any time. The cocking feature was necessary due to the shrouded hammer and the decocking mechanism was a safety feature. A hollow space on the trigger indicated if the concealed hammer was cocked; if completely exposed, the hammer was lowered. A small pin protruded at the rear of the slide as a loaded chamber indicator.
Another advanced feature for its time was the magazine safety, a device that deactivates the trigger when the magazine is removed from the pistol. Almost all modern pistols manufactured by SIG Sauer today feature a decocking lever, including the highly successful SIG Sauer P226 family. Most modern SIG Sauer pistols feature controls in almost the same place as on the Sauer 38H, though as these modern designs have exposed hammers the cocking feature is omitted from the lever. The Heckler & Koch P9 also utilizes a cocking/decocking lever based on the Sauer 38H.[7]
The grips of the pistol were constructed of Bakelite. Age often results in the cracking and crumbling of the grips on surviving examples. All original grips featured 'SUS' lettering standing for 'Sauer und Sohn' which could be found on the same side of the pistol as the magazine release though many reproduction grips have copied this logo. It is unusual for a present-day example to have original, undamaged grips.
The Sauer 38H was produced mainly for the .32 ACP cartridge, however some rare examples were also made in .380 ACP and .22 LR. The model 38H was used by German armed forces such as the Luftwaffe, as well as police forces in numbers nearly equal to the Walther PPK. The Sauer 38H was produced for military, police, and the commercial market.
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References[edit]
- ^Small Arms Survey (2005). 'Sourcing the Tools of War: Small Arms Supplies to Conflict Zones'(PDF). Small Arms Survey 2005: Weapons at War. Oxford University Press. p. 166. ISBN978-0-19-928085-8.
- ^Chamberlain, Peter (1976). Axis pistols, rifles, and grenades. Gander, Terry. New York: Arco. p. 20. ISBN0668040769. OCLC2388349.
- ^Smith, W.H.B. (1968). Book of Pistols and Revolvers (7th ed.). Harrisburg, PA: Stackpole. pp. 283–288.
- ^http://luger.gunboards.com/showthread.php?2722-Selected-results-from-RIA&s=e3a71491f6f694eae491bee183fbd3e5
- ^http://www.tague.at/pistolen/pages/en_sauer38h.htm
- ^Firearms News Treasury, 17th Annual, pg. 28
- ^Sauer 38H
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POST WWI AND WWII VARIATIONS
Paramilitary marked Sauer pistols of the 1925-35 period
Very few Model 1913 pistols would have been marked by paramilitary groups or organizations of this period. Usually this marking is no more than a series of numbers above another series of numbers, such as 23 over 12. These are found usually on the left side of frame next to left grip. Most of these numbers are indicative of property numbers assigned to a particular pistol belonging to a particular SA Group, Stahlhelm or right-wing organization such as Red Front (early communist). Any pistol of this type should be examined by an expert to determine if it is an original example.
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
Norwegian police usage, post WWII
After the war was over, many surplus German weapons were put back into use by the government of Norway. Germans had occupied this country and large numbers of weapons remained when the fighting ended. This included a large number of surplus Sauer pistols being utilized by the police (POLITI) forces. Most of the Sauers that were used by the Politi, which have been imported into the U.S. have been Model 1913; however, there were a number of Model 1930 pistols which reached our country as well. All examples, regardless of model, have the word POLITI stamped on the slide as well as a rampant lion on a shield under a crown marking. Following this is the property number. This number is also stamped into the left side of the frame. Most saw much usage during the post-war period. All are in 7.65mm caliber.
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
Model 19 in 6.35mm
This particular pistol must be divided into three (3) sub-variations. This variation appears to be in a serial number range of its own. First sub-variation appears to run from 1 to 40000. It is highly doubtful if this quantity was manufactured. Second sub-variation incorporates a Zusatzsicherung or Additional Safety which can be seen between the normal safety lever and top of the left grip. It locked the trigger bar when in use. This second range appears to run from approximately serial number 40000 to 51000 which probably was continuous in the number produced. Lastly, third sub-variation examples were manufactured during or after 1926. Trigger guard has a different shape; slide has a greater area of vertical milled finger grooves; added Additional safety (Zusatzsicherung) now acts as the hold open device as well. These are found up to approximately 57000. Then a few examples of the first sub-variation are found from 57000 up to about 62500. This was, no doubt, usage of remaining parts. NOTE: Any commercial pistol could be special ordered with a factory nickel finish, special grip material (pearl, wood, etc.) as well as different types of engraving. It would be in your best interest to have these pistols examined by an expert.
Model 19 in 6.35mm
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
Model 19 in 6.35mm
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
Model 19 in 6.35mm
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
Model 19 in 6.35mm
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
1926 Export Model
This variation's name comes from actual Sauer factory records found in the Suhl Archive. An interim pistol produced during 1926 to early 1929 period. Found only in 7.65mm caliber. This was an advancement of the normal 1913 design, which included changes in: (1) safety lever's design that became a slide hold open device as well; (2) shape of the frame was altered in that the trigger guard became more streamlined and the rear of frame was shortened and serrations were added to the slide as well as cocking knob. These are found in 162000 to 169000 range in relatively small clusters. Two to four thousand are presumed to have been manufactured. A scarce Sauer pistol! To date, none have been seen in nickel.
Sauer 1913 Serial Numbers List
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
W.T.M.-Westentaschen Model—Vest Pocket Model
Several variations of vest pocket pistols were manufactured. First was called Model 1920 by the Sauer firm. We usually refer to it as Model 1924. Pistol, as well as all other W.T.M. examples, were designed to carry in your pocket. Quite small in size and found only in 6.35mm or .25 ACP caliber. Later in 1928, an updated version became available and was referred to as Model 1928. These differed in internal parts design and slide configuration. Bottom of grip marked 'Cal.6.35.28.'. Last version appeared in 1933 and still utilized same grips, but trigger and other small parts differed. All three were available in blue or nickel finish, engraving and fancy grip material. Very few Model 1933 had stainless steel (NIROSTA marked) barrels.
Sauer & Sohn 1913 Values
W.T.M.-Westentaschen Model—Vest Pocket Model
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Serrations on front and rear of slide.
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
W.T.M.-Westentaschen Model—Vest Pocket Model
'Cal. 6.35.28' on black Bakelite grips.
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |
W.T.M.-Westentaschen Model—Vest Pocket Model
Different type of trigger. Found in 253000 to early 254000 serial number range. NOTE: Add $200 factory nickel; $250 factory engraving; $250 exotic grip material; $500 factory paper box with cleaning brush, extra magazine and brochure; $750 in original factory imitation leather covered metal presentation case with accessories; $500 NIROSTA marked stainless barrel.
NIB | Exc | V.G. | Good | Fair | Poor |
$0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 | $0000 |