^Lot 698 French Model 17 Unique Semi-Automatic Pistol

French Model 17 Unique Semi-Automatic Pistol, #109711, 7.65mm cal., 3" barrel, blued finish, black plastic grooved grips embossed with "RF" logos on each side, blade front sight, fixed rear sight with "U"-notched groove, and fixed lanyard loop on left side of the frame. Includes one unmarked blued magazine. Pistol is marked "7.65 COURT 9 COUPS "UNIQUE"/MANUFACTURE DARMES DES PYRENEES HENDAYE" on left side of the slide. No visible import marks. Condition overall is fine, retaining approx. 92%-94% blue, with intermittent light handling marks and wear. Grips with scattered handling marks, and there is a chip to the bottom of the left grip. Action operates smoothly. Bore is bright with very good, clearly defined rifling. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R/PPT)