Claridge Family Collection Hi-Tec S-9 S9 Pistol Semi-Auto 9mm NIB Collector
SOLD FOR: $1025
WOA#: WY220722GC003
Make: Claridge
Model: S-9
Serial Number: 902588
Year of Manufacture: 1990-1993
Caliber: 9mm
Action Type: Closed Bolt, Semi-Automatic Blowback
Markings: The left side of the frame is marked “CLARIDGE HI-TEC ™ 902588”. The right side of the receiver is marked “9mm NATO PAT.PEND NORTHRIDGE. CA. U.S.A.”
Barrel Length: 5” threaded Match Grade barrel. 7” with Ribbed Barrel Shroud.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable hooded pin sight. The rear sight is an adjustable U notch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: Tubular steel forged one piece lower integral with the pistol grip and trigger guard. Magazine is fed through the pistol grip. Charging handle on the upper left side and bolt catch. Threaded barrel for barrel shroud extension. The stock rates in Excellent condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 1 15 rd steel 9mm magazine
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel, Black
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99.9% of its metal finish. The markings are crisp. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent Condition. This pistol is new-in-box and only factory test fired. There is still factory grease present. The bottom of the magwell has an imperfection in the finish where the stainless steel is still visible around the inner edges.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Telescoping bolt cloned after the SA-VZ23 submachine gun. 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: Claridge Hi-Tec Factory Box, Total of one magazine, Ribbed Barrel Shroud, Owners Manual, and Claridge Law Enforcement Catalog/Poster.
Our Assessment: Seize the chance to own a slice of cinematic armament history with the Claridge Hi-Tec S-9, a firearm with a pedigree as illustrious as the stars who have wielded it. This pistol is not just a gun; it’s a Hollywood icon, boasting a resume that reads like a blockbuster film list. Its futuristic aesthetics have graced the silver screen in the hands of Mark Wahlberg in “Planet of the Apes,” Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Total Recall,” and in the gripping action of “Iron Man 2” and “Once Upon a Time in Mexico,” starring Antonio Banderas only to name a few. Its design screams ‘action hero’ as loudly as the on-screen legends that have fired it, making it a must-have for collectors and film buffs alike.
Presented in pristine, new-in-box condition, this S-9 comes direct from the Claridge Family Collection, offering an unparalleled level of exclusivity. This is the quintessential collector’s piece, remaining in test-fired-only condition, making it as rare as it is desirable. With its ultra-compact and distinctive configuration, the S-9 stands as perhaps the most coveted in the Claridge line—a treasure that few will have the privilege of owning. Take that this one comes with an original Law Enforcement catalog for marketing to police departments around the country, and well, its historicity is hard to escape from.
The Claridge S-9 stands out as an investment in rarity and history. The acquisition of this firearm is not merely an addition to a collection but an ascension to elite status. It’s an artifact that offers both the thrill of cinematic grandeur and the tangible escalation of a gun collection’s caliber. With the Cody Firearms Museum set to showcase these firearms, the S-9 is poised to become an even more significant piece of gun heritage. Don’t let the curtains close on your opportunity to claim this Hollywood heavyweight for your own legacy. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
