Make: SIG, imported by Ohio Ordnance Works

Model: P49, Swiss Military designation for P210

Serial Number: A145042

Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1951-1969

Caliber: 9mm Luger

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic with Removable Magazine

Barrel Length: 4 3/4"

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade dovetailed into the slide. The rear sight is a "U" notch base dovetailed into the slide. The top of the slide in front of the ejection port is serrated for glare reduction.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black plastic with grooves on the backstraps. The grips show scattered minor nicks and scuffing. There is light wear around the lanyard ring on the left. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Very Good-Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original. The slide, frame, barrel and trigger group are serial-matching.

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore, just a little stubborn fouling. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates about 9/10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 90% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning at all edges. There are some light nicks and scuffs at the slide stop. There is light wear in the grip areas. There are a few light nicks and small scratches. The action shows operational wear including a line through the finish between the safety positions. The screw head is sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in Very Good-Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a single 8-round magazine.

Our Assessment: The P210 pistol was originally manufactured in 1947 and became the standard military pistol of the Swiss Army in 1949, thus the Military designation P49. It was manufactured continuously for over 55 years. The pistols were decommissioned and replaced by the SIG P220, Swiss Army designation Pistole 75, but P210s are greatly valued by shooting sports competitors. The Swiss military used the "A" serial number prefix and these were stamped "P" when they were decommissioned which we can observe on this example. A stamped "P" on the trigger guard shows that the weapon was transferred to the owner upon leaving the armed forces.

This one has wear consistent with its service, retaining a good bore and strong mechanics. There is a tastefully discreet import mark on the bottom of the frame at the magazine well, almost completely covered when the magazine is inserted. These guns are regarded by collectors as one of, if not, the best-constructed service handguns ever, and the originals are always increasing in value. It should be a great investment and a wonderful addition to your collection. Please see our photos and good luck!