Danish Marked Husqvarna M40S M/40S Lahti 9mm Semi-Auto Pistol, MFD 1945 C&R
Sold For: $1325
LSB#: 201016MA96
Make: Husqvarna
Model: Lahti Pistol Model M40 – Designated M/40S in Denmark
Serial Number: D7877
Year of Manufacture: 1945
Caliber: 9mm Parabellum
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Auto Pistol with Removable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the grip frame is marked “D7877”. The left side of the barrel extension is marked “HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS A B / D7877”. The top rear of the frame is marked with a crowned “HV” inspection mark, which stands for “Haerens Vapenarsenal” (Danish Army Armory). The right of the barrel extension is marked “SWEDEN” between the ejection port and barrel.
Barrel Length: 4 ¾”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a vertical rear face that is dovetailed into a banded base on the barrel. The rear sight is a flat topped “U” notch integral to the back of the barrel extension.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are black checkered plastic with a crowned Husqvarna logo on both sides. The grips have minor handling wear with only a few scattered light marks. The checkering is generally sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is light gray with well defined rifling. There is light erosion scattered through the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 80% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning at most edges. The most notable finish loss is handling wear in the grip areas. There are some scattered light nicks, scuffs, scratches and infrequent spots of surface oxidation. The action has light operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is 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 standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a brown leather flap-holster, cleaning rod, and a total of three 8-round magazines. The holster has moderate wear with scattered scuffing, scrapes, verdigris at metal fixtures and intact stitching, in about Good condition. The magazines have light-moderate operational wear, intact feed lips and strong springs, in about Very Good condition.