Gun Collectors Dream Auction #84 June 13th & 14th
Lot 314:
Description
This lot consists of a group of six assorted firearm magazines for various modern handguns and long guns. The collection includes four magazines in their original retail packaging and two loose steel magazines. The packaged items include a Ruger 10-shot 9mm magazine labeled for models P89, P93, P94, P95, and PC9; a Ruger SR45 10-round magazine for .45 ACP; a Walther USA magazine with a blued finish and witness holes; and a Smith & Wesson M&P 22 magazine for .22 LR with a stainless finish. Prominent markings on the packaging and magazines include RUGER FIREARM ACCESSORY, SR45 MAG 10 Rd Magazine, WALTHER USA Magazine, and M&P 22 .22LR MAGAZINE 10 RD 422500000. The Smith & Wesson magazine body is specifically marked SMITH & WESSON cal .22 L.R., Made in Germany, and 507.601. The two loose magazines include a blued steel magazine stamped with the characters UN on the rear spine, consistent with Union Hardware Co. production for the M1 Carbine, and a blued steel box magazine with a handwritten adhesive label reading Mossberg 20 GA. The magazines in retail packaging appear to be in new-old-stock condition with some shelf wear to the containers, while the loose magazines exhibit minor surface thinning, light oxidation, and dust. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The four magazines in original retail packaging appear to be in unused condition, though the clear plastic blisters show scuffing, sticker residue, and shelf wear. The loose M1 Carbine magazine retains a significant portion of its blued finish with minor surface scratches and light handling wear. The Mossberg magazine shows light surface patina and wear consistent with age, with the handwritten label showing some discoloration. All metal surfaces are generally clean without deep pitting or significant corrosion. The actions and internal spring tension have not been function tested with live ammunition.
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