BYF41/Capture Papers/Katana/Don/Frank

warrantw3 · 08-21-2007, 10:01 AM

I have recently purchased this BYF 41 rig with capture papers and Japanese Katana.

The rig has two FXO mags, an e/655 tool and a DTA 41 brown holster. The serial number is 6263v with about 98% blueing. All parts match including the grips which have last two digits and e/655.

The vets name is Bernard J. Bouchard. He inked his rank (SSGT), name, ASN# and the pistols serial number (without suffix) on the holster. The capture paper does not have the serial number on it. The document has his rank and ASN#. He was attached to Co "D" of the 387th Infantry Regt. It lists 1 sumaria [SIC] sword. 1 german pistol. 1 knife.

The sword has a minty blade (razor sharp) and a fuller. Some of the wrap of the grip it broken around the pin. The scabbard is almost mint. No dings and 99+% paint. All of the pieces are marked with the number 63. The only marking on the tang is a flower.

I spoke with Mr. Bouchard, the Vet who brought back the items. I have asked him to sell me the knife that is listed on the document and also to write a statement listing how/when/where he acquired each item. He stated that he served in the ETO and PTO but picked up all the items in the ETO. He enlisted in Feb 43 and served until May 46. I will update the post when I get the info and knife.

I am very excited about my new rig, but I know I wouldn't own it if it wasn't for two very knowledgable members of this forum. Thanks to Don Hallock and Frank Manders for keeping me from making an expensive mistake. They taught me what to look for concerning what "matching " really means.

Jeff

P.S. Not sure if I am smart enough to add photos

CROLUGER · 08-21-2007, 10:47 AM

How I saw, Luger is in exelent condition!!!!!!
Gretings from Croatia!

warrantw3 · 08-21-2007, 10:58 AM

Thank you very much for your opinion.

Jeff

John Sabato · 08-21-2007, 10:48 PM

An Excellent Specimen... Congrats!

warrantw3 · 08-22-2007, 07:59 AM

Thanks John,

I purchased and returned three Luger rigs before I found one that wasn't boosted. It is great to find one untouched and be able to track its history all the way back to 1944 Germany.

Jeff

08-21-2007, 10:01 AM	#1
warrantw3 User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	BYF41/Capture Papers/Katana/Don/Frank I have recently purchased this BYF 41 rig with capture papers and Japanese Katana. The rig has two FXO mags, an e/655 tool and a DTA 41 brown holster. The serial number is 6263v with about 98% blueing. All parts match including the grips which have last two digits and e/655. The vets name is Bernard J. Bouchard. He inked his rank (SSGT), name, ASN# and the pistols serial number (without suffix) on the holster. The capture paper does not have the serial number on it. The document has his rank and ASN#. He was attached to Co "D" of the 387th Infantry Regt. It lists 1 sumaria [SIC] sword. 1 german pistol. 1 knife. The sword has a minty blade (razor sharp) and a fuller. Some of the wrap of the grip it broken around the pin. The scabbard is almost mint. No dings and 99+% paint. All of the pieces are marked with the number 63. The only marking on the tang is a flower. I spoke with Mr. Bouchard, the Vet who brought back the items. I have asked him to sell me the knife that is listed on the document and also to write a statement listing how/when/where he acquired each item. He stated that he served in the ETO and PTO but picked up all the items in the ETO. He enlisted in Feb 43 and served until May 46. I will update the post when I get the info and knife. I am very excited about my new rig, but I know I wouldn't own it if it wasn't for two very knowledgable members of this forum. Thanks to Don Hallock and Frank Manders for keeping me from making an expensive mistake. They taught me what to look for concerning what "matching " really means. Jeff P.S. Not sure if I am smart enough to add photos

08-21-2007, 10:47 AM	#2
CROLUGER User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Croatia. Posts: 134 Thanks: 0 Thanked 13 Times in 7 Posts	Exelent! How I saw, Luger is in exelent condition!!!!!! Gretings from Croatia! __________________ Luger DWM 1915, Luger BYF 1942, Walther P-38 AC43 & CYQ 1944, Mauser Hsc, Steyr 1909, Frommer Stop 1916, SA XD HS 45, Beretta M34, M70, M72, M950B, 92FS, Browning 1910/22, CZ M-48, CZ PAP M59/66, Winchester 9422M, GLOCK 19.

08-21-2007, 10:48 PM	#4
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,154 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,306 Times in 1,097 Posts	An Excellent Specimen... Congrats! __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

08-21-2007, 10:58 AM	#3
warrantw3 User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thank you very much for your opinion. Jeff

08-22-2007, 07:59 AM	#5
warrantw3 User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks John, I purchased and returned three Luger rigs before I found one that wasn't boosted. It is great to find one untouched and be able to track its history all the way back to 1944 Germany. Jeff