Bill, the Swiss modified the grip frame design for pistols manufactured in Bern in a successful attempt to reduce production time and costs. (Even after tightening up procedures, the Parabellum was still expensive and time-consuming to make!)
The difference is aesthetic and makes no difference to the performance of the gun. I think the Swiss-design is a little ugly and departs from the iconic look of the German mfd. ones. I didn't mean to over-sensitize you to the issue, which is only in the eye of the beholder.
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Originally Posted by Sieger
Hi,
On gunbroker.com, as new, Interarms, in the box with all accessories, P-08 Frame, 9mm, six incher, for sale at no reserve!!! Buy now price is $1,600.00, current bid is $455.00 Auction # 414551634. Don't delay!!! Sieger
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I think even the BIN is within reason, for this one. I notice, however, that the caliber on the box says "30". The barrel style is classic .30 Luger. You'll have the same thing as me, '06 configured AE, 6" in 7.65. I had to create mine by changing barrels, but it is my favorite shooter now. If you reload, or can put up with sporadic availability/price of ammo, I don't think you'll be disappointed with something like this.