Danish Husqvarna M/1940 .9mm Luger Semi Automatic Pistol C&R 1940s
SOLD FOR: $1,184.00
LSB#: WY241010CF020
Make: Husqvasrna
Model: M/1940
Serial Number: D5030
Year of Manufacture: 1940s
Caliber: .9mm Luger
Action Type: Semi-Auto fed by detachable magazines.
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked, “HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS AR / D5034” The chamber is marked “CAL 9M / 380” The left side of the frame is marked “D5030” The back of the frame is marked “HV” and a crown.
Barrel Length: 4 ?”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed into a post ring pressed onto the barrel. The rear sight is a fixed U notch forged into the top of the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip are 2 piece checkered plastic grips. There are some faint scratches on the grips. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering is sharp. The grips rate in Excellent Overall Condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This pistol comes with 3 steel magazines. There are operational scratches on the magazines. The magazines rate in Very Good Overall Condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are faint handling marks throughout. The markings are crisp, and the screw heads are sharp. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent 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: This pistol comes with 3 magazines, cleaning rod, disassembly tool and a brown leather holster.
Our Assessment: The m/40 was a licensed copy of the Finnish Lahti L-35 pistol, designed by Aimo Lahti. It was produced on the request of the Swedish Army, who in 1939 had ordered quantities of the Walther P38, but when World War II broke out in September of that year, Walther redirected Sweden’s batch of P38s to the German war effort. Sweden then tried unsuccessfully to purchase Lahti L-35s from Finland, who, in the process of bolstering their own army, could not spare any. Finland instead granted Sweden a license to produce their own L-35s, which was handled by the firm of Husqvarna Vapenfabriks after the company that was initially selected, Svenska Automatvapen, shut down.
Production of the m/40 began in 1940 and it was immediately adopted by the Swedish Army. Denmark also ordered the M/1940. Altogether 13 500 pistols were sold to Denmark. 10 000 of these were intended for the Danish police normally with prefix D. These pistols are often found with black holsters. The pistol was called m/40S in Denmark.
The Danish General Lund who was Commanding Quartermaster officer for the Danish Brigade 1944 has confirmed that altogether some 13 000 pistols came to Denmark. 10 000 pistols m/40 were ordered for the police force. All marked with “D” like Denmark in front of the serial number. They range from D 5001 – D 16000 all with inspection mark Crown over “HV” which means “Haerens Vapenarsenal” (Army Armory). The responsible inspection officer at the factory was a Danish called Captain-Lieutenant J. Gundelach. Pistol m/40 was designated Pistol m/40S in Denmark.
This Pistol is in Excellent Condition and comes with 3 magazines, cleaning rod, takedown tool and leather holster. From the serial number, this pistol seems to be one of the first 30 sent to Denmark. This is a fantastic firearm and will be a must have for any WW2 collection. If you’re looking for a high quality, excellent condition WW2 pistol, this is a fantastic option. Good luck on your bid! -M.C.
