World War II Allied Victory Trophy Edition P-38

What better symbol of a World WarII Trophy than a captured enemy weapon . . .

The German War Machine invented and perfected the Tiger tank, the V-2 rocket, the Messerschmitt 262 jet fighter and the P-38 pistol. They were a triumph of engineering genius. Few American GIs were enterprising to return from the European Theater of Operations with a rocket, panzer, or plane. However, of the 1.2 million P-38 pistols, quite a number did make the trip, but many did not survive the years. The American Historical Foundation, after an exhaustive search for top grade P-38s, is prepared to give you a chance to own an original P-38 carefully gunsmithed to museum-grade. Only The finest, early war P-38s have been hand picked for this “deja vu” offer. Under careful supervision of the Foundation’s Chief Gunsmith, they are disassembled, compared to ordnance specification and refinished to our precise specifications:

The presentation side of the slide is selectively plated in 24-Karat Gold with the symbol of the Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF), the title “World War II Allied Victory TROPHY EDITION P-38” and a unique ETO coin design featuring the years 1941 & 1945. They are so deeply etched with such precision and care that one would think they are hand-engraved.
Pure 24-Karat Gold plating covers the magazine release, safety, hammer, takedown lever, ejector, trigger, firing pin and load indicator cover making this a truly exquisite example of master craftsmanship.
Smooth American Walnut panels, hand-crafted by Herretts and furniture finished by hand replace the plastic “ersatz” grips.
A combination of matte and mirror finishes blend to make this truly museum-quality. The top and rear of the slide, rear sight, frame, magazine, and magazine floor plate are matte finished which lends a beautiful contrast to the barrel with front sight, sides of slide, visible parts of: the trigger, hammer, takedown lever, firing pin, load indicator cover, slide stop, ejector, and trigger bar which are polished to a high crisp, mirror finish.
Located and inlaid on the presentation side of the grips, there is a full color cloisonné medallion honoring the millions of servicemen who liberated Nazi occupied Europe. The red enamel border is inscribed “In Honor of WW II Victory” Four stars surround the center of the American European Theater of Operations Campaign Medal. The significance of this medallion demanded 24-Karat Gold plating as well.
Personalization is available and may include up to twenty characters in two lines. Upon your request we will engrave on the right side of the slide name, rank, serial number, campaigns, dates, regiments, divisions, as requested.

Firing 9mm Limited Edition

Like the Luger, the P-38 retained the graceful balance that places most of the weight directly into the hand. And like the Luger, the P-38 fires the 9x19mm cartridge used by today’s military, police, and our NATO allies and is readily available at all gunshops.

Strictly Limited Edition

Only two hundred and fifty of these P-38 Trophy Editions will be made available. Each pistol bears an engraved limited edition registry number from TE001 through TE250. The prefix TE designates “Trophy Edition”.

Display Case

Also available is a custom made, luxuriously lined Display Case with locking glass lid and engraved identification plaque to display and protect your Tribute from dust and unauthorized handling.

Reservation Form

I wish to reserve (Quantity) of the "World War II Allied Victory Trophy Edition P-38", a working pistol, at the price of $2,195*. Each pistol is numbered and registered within the limited edition of 250, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Thirty-day return privilege.

Please charge my credit card a deposit of $195 per pistol. I will pay the balance prior to delivery at the rate of $200 per month, with no interest or carrying charge.

Optional Display Case:

I do not wish to order the optional luxuriously lined Display Case at this time.

I also wish to reserve the optional luxuriously lined Display Case. Please add $179 to the final payment.

Optional Personalization:

I do not wish to order the optional personalization at this time.

I also wish to have my pistol personalized. Please add $39 to the final payment.

* All orders are subject to acceptance and availability. If I cancel my reservation prior to delivery, I will receive a full refund, less a commissioning fee of $195. Shipping and handling will be added to each order. Virginia residents please add sales tax.