Israeli IMI Jericho 941 R 4.5” 9mm Pistol KBI H-3 Cowboy Bebop, 1990
SOLD FOR: $3,300.00
LSB#: LSB260415KS001
Make: IMI (Israeli Military Industries)
Model: Jericho 941 R
Serial Number: 009230X
Year of Manufacture: 1990 – 1994 / Modern
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Action Type: Single Action / Double Action Semi Automatic Magazine Fed Pistol w/ Slide Mounted Decocker
Markings: The left side of the frame is marked, “MADE IN ISRAEL / 009230X”. The bottom of the frame has a K.B.I import mark. The left side of the frame is marked, “JERICHO 941 / ISRAEL MILITARY INDUSTRIES / H-3” with a warning.
Barrel Length: 4.5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a white dot and tritium insert dovetailed to the slide. The rear sight is a square notch with two white dots with tritium dovetailed to the slide. The tritium is dull to completely dead.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece textured synthetic panels. There are moderate scratches and nicks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The grip frame has serrations on both the front and back straps. Overall, these grips rate in about Good condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 17 round magazine in about Fair condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is pronounced. There is no erosion in the bore but there is some light stubborn fouling. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates at 9/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are scratches and handling marks throughout. The leading edges have moderate wear. The action has light wear. The frame has a light patina. The screw heads are undamaged. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: One magazine.
Our Assessment: The IMI Jericho 941 R is one of Israel’s most recognizable service pistol designs and was developed during the early 1990s by Israeli Military Industries. Built around the proven CZ-75 operating system, the Jericho gained a strong reputation for durability, reliability, and excellent handling. The R variant’s slide-mounted decocker gives the pistol a traditional DA/SA service-pistol layout, while the all-steel construction gives it a substantial and steady feel. Early Israeli-made H-3 marked examples are particularly desirable, and the Jericho’s well-known Cowboy Bebop association has further increased collector interest. This example remains in very good overall condition, retaining approximately 95% of its original blued finish with scratches, handling marks, moderate edge wear, and light frame patina visible throughout. The bore remains strong, showing bright surfaces and pronounced rifling with only light stubborn fouling, supporting its 9 out of 10 rating. The synthetic grips show moderate scratches and nicks but remain free of chips or cracks. The included 17-round magazine rates in fair condition, and the slide-mounted decocker configuration adds practical appeal for those who appreciate classic DA/SA service pistols.
Altogether, this IMI Jericho 941 R represents a desirable early Israeli-production service pistol with strong appeal to both collectors and shooters. Its Israeli Military Industries manufacture, H-3 marking, steel-frame construction, 9mm chambering, and Cowboy Bebop association make it a standout example of the Jericho line. With its strong bore, correct early styling, and solid mechanical condition, this pistol remains an attractive representative of one of Israel’s most successful handgun designs. -R.E.