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Found this at a dealer, and put it on hold:
>German single-shot .22 cal;
>Break-top action actuated by pulling the trigger guard down away from the grip & frame;
>Fired either by internal hammer or (my guess) striker;
>Barrel approx. 12", octagon at the breech, then tapered round, then a larger diameter section at the muzzle;
>Double set trigger;
>Rear sight resembles a Hämmerli / TOZ free pistol sight and can be moved longitudinally for about an inch or two on a dovetail on the frame;
>Left side of frame marked DRGM = Deutsches Reich Gebrauchsmuster;
>Right side of frame stamped with Crown U and Crown B proofmarks;
>Light floral scroll engraving on the frame
>5-digit serial number, otherwise no other markings;
>Nicely checkered walnut grip with what looks like it might be a later addition heel shelf.

What is it? Does it have other than curiosity value? Any help is deeply appreciated.

Hi, no clue to the maker of that pistol but this article explains a little about German firearms and those proof marks, which you and others may find interesting.

http://en.allexperts.com/q/Guns-Firearm ... /5-5mm.htm

This link shows the proof marks suggesting manufacture since 1950

https://store.bluebookinc.com/Info/PDF/ ... fmarks.pdf

Comparable to this type?

http://www.egun.de/market/item.php?id=2 ... 4e098ec9bc





Not uncommon. Many similar models. Auction went overprice.

90 to 190 € is more realistic.

Alexander

Alex, thanks for the reply with photos. The barrel contour is just about identical. My pistol (well, not mine yet) lacks the side lever, the pivoting trigger guard serving that function; also double set triggers and very good adjustable sights. Apparently this general type is more common in Europe than in the US.

William: the slightly better guns have the internal hammer. You can find similar models in the ALFA 1911 catalogue and the August Stukenbrok 1912 catalogue. At least one of them has been googlified.

Alexander