Lot 1377:
Manufacture d'Armes des Pyrénées J.C. Higgins Model 85 Semi-Automatic Pistol, .22 LR, Mid-20th Century
Sold for: $325
Description
A French-made semi-automatic pistol imported and branded for the American sporting goods market under the J.C. Higgins trade name (Sears, Roebuck & Co.). This pistol is a variant produced by Manufacture d’Armes des Pyrénées F.S. (M.A.P. F.S.) in Hendaye, France, likely dating to the 1950s or 1960s. The pistol features a dark blued metal finish and is chambered in .22 Long Rifle caliber. The left side of the slide is marked with the manufacturer’s name: “MANUFACTURE D’ARMES DES PYRÉNÉES F*S* – HENDAYE.” The right side of the slide is marked with the importer/model designation: “W. J. C. HIGGINS MODEL 85 4 / 22 Cal. Long Rifle 590.850,” with the serial number “534346” stamped below. The barrel is also marked “MADE IN FRANCE.” The pistol utilizes a blowback action and is fitted with dark brown plastic grips featuring checkered panels. The lot includes the pistol, one blued steel magazine, and one soft zippered carrying case (ACE CASE MFG. LLC). Note: Firearms are subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
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