WWII GERMAN ARMY JP SAUER 38H SEMI AUTO PISTOL

🇩🇪 J.P. Sauer & Sohn Model 38H – 7.65mm (.32 ACP)

Third Variation • German Army-Accepted • WWII Era

Offered for sale is an authentic J.P. Sauer & Sohn Model 38H semi-automatic pistol, chambered in 7.65mm Browning (.32 ACP). This example is a Third Variation, German Army-accepted pistol, produced during World War II and displaying correct military proofs and acceptance marks.

The pistol features a 3 3/8″ barrel, blade front sight, and fixed U-notch rear sight, consistent with wartime military configuration. The right rear of the frame is marked with an Eagle “N” proof, and the front left of the trigger guard bears the Eagle “37” Army acceptance stamp, confirming Wehrmacht acceptance.

The pistol retains approximately 50% original blued finish, with even fading to a gray patina and honest service wear throughout. The bore is very good, showing strong rifling. Original checkered black grips are present, featuring the correct intertwined “S&S” Sauer logo on the left panel. The left grip panel shows a couple of cracks; both grips exhibit handling wear consistent with service use.

Included with the pistol are two original 8-round magazines and an unattached 1942-dated Otto Sindel leather holster, adding solid collector appeal.

Specifications & Details:

• Manufacturer: J.P. Sauer & Sohn

• Model: 38H (Third Variation)

• Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 ACP)

• Barrel Length: 3 3/8″

• Finish: Blued

• Sights: Blade front, fixed U-notch rear

• Grips: Original checkered black with “S&S” logo

• Proofs: Eagle “N” proof, Eagle “37” Army acceptance

• Magazines: Two (2) 8-round magazines

• Accessories: 1942-dated Otto Sindel leather holster (unattached)

Condition:

Very good WWII service condition. Finish shows wear with approximately 50% original blue remaining. Bore is very good. Grips show wear with cracking on the left panel. Mechanically sound.

Collector Notes:

The Sauer 38H was one of the most advanced service pistols of its era, featuring a double-action trigger and decocking system decades ahead of common military designs. Army-accepted examples with correct markings, original magazines, and period holsters remain highly collectible.