Good evening. I have this lovely pre war high power. The reason I didn’t post in the Belgian section is because I didn’t think I’d get the attention I was looking for. Anyway I have a question about this pistol that I’m hoping to get confirmed by someone here.   I am wondering if this specific hi power was meant for Finland. The N6 and triangle stamp I believe is their acceptance stamp. Can anyone confirm this? This serial doesn’t fall within the known range of Fin Hi powers but anything is possible. Especially because apparently they didn’t go in order for the hi power serials.   This pistol has no import marks so I was wondering how it got to the US if it was in the Finish Army? Did they import these into the US as surplus before the import stamp was required? Perhaps this one didn’t leave before the Germans took over and this was a war trophy. I’d love to hear what everyone thinks. Either way I’m very happy to have it. Thanks for looking.     

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I bought it originally because it was so unusual looking and in very good condition.  Later I found out that the mag was messed up and would not feed.  I couldn't get another one, and gave up trying long ago. But because its a tip-up, you can easily load a single round and shoot.   When it comes to looks, this is my favorite:  1905 Steyr Mannicher   Its a real looker Manlicher.HEIC Manlicher.HEIC

I believe your research is correct!   I was ultimately unable to find a blade maker by that name in the sources I had.

I am glad you found the thread informative.     Here are some Gendarmerie headgear that you may find interesting as well.    

Hello the name of Shigekatsu Adachi【足立重勝】is the blacksmith who made blades for the army in the Seki region during World War II. He was born on March 24, 1904 and died on August 23, 1969.

The number engraved on the habaki at the base of the blade is likely the name of the US soldier who brought this sword back as it looks like his service number.  A nice sword worn in a wooden storage case scabbard that is covered with leather.    

Now, that is neat!  I have never seen a complete set like this.    

Is that unusual to have a named piece like that? (and not the smith's name) I had not seen that before.

As you may know, the kanji says "Shigekatsu Adachi【足立重勝】".   In this case, it is probably the officer's name.

Nice!  Looks like the para wings are on wool.

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