Hi Power Question

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WaA 613 marked Hi Powers are found in the 44, 45 and 46 thousand range of the pre war Hi Powers. These have commercial markings and are partially marked with Belgian military markings.

Starting with 50,000 (serial number) to around 52,200, the pistols had Belgian commercial markings and WaA 613 on the trigger guard. In that range there was a switch in the markings - the Belgian military markings were discontinued and the WaA 613 and the test proof were on the slide and frame and barrel. Also the serial number placement on the barrel was changed.

After 52,200 the stock slot was no longer.

About 10 to 15 thousand of the Hi Powers were marked with WaA 613.

As to the barrel, it could be an 'armourer's part or it just could be one where the serial number was removed. Remember, there were no working parts on the barrel to break. In any event it is mismatched and not collectible. Also the finish on the Hi Power is poor as indicated by the pictures - which removes much of the collector's value.