1913 Erfurt

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by Pit_Snipe

My grandfather traded his sidearm with a German Officer who defected to Canada. In the pictures you will see the unusual grips. They are made from the windshield of a bomber that he crash landed somewhere in Texas.

I don't recall reading about the Germans bombing Texas, but I'll admit that it is an intriguing idea...

(Long range Condor bomber; fitted with pontoons; and refueling from a submarine...)

[cdmech]

Thanks for sharing, I love the "sweetheart" grips. Find a nice vintage picture to display under them.

[ithacaartist]

Originally Posted by postino

I don't recall reading about the Germans bombing Texas, but I'll admit that it is an intriguing idea...

(Long range Condor bomber; fitted with pontoons; and refueling from a submarine...)

Postie,

I think the "he" referred to was the Grandpa, not the German officer! Texas stayed safe from bombing in WWII! But maybe the Germans were only weeks away from the pontoon assisted invasion... lol

Tyler, Tx. seemed like a great little locale when I was there in the mid 70's. I hope it has not changed too much or lost its shady live oaks.

The numbers and proofs do not look damaged that much, that means no buffing was done, just nickel applied.

Eugene,

I agree that proofs and stampings are still visible. But what's up with all the rounded edges? No snot on this weapon, cause I'd say at least this was buffed out. I'll bet you could straighten it out, though!