Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Hispano Argentina Fábrica de Automóviles SA (HAFDASA) Ballester.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Hispano Argentina Fábrica de Automóviles SA (HAFDASA)
Model: Ballester
Serial: 7269
Caliber: .45 Acp
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Hispano-Argentina Fábrica de Automóviles SA (HAFDASA) Ballester is a historically significant Argentine semi-automatic pistol developed and produced in the mid-20th century that reflects Argentina’s effort to establish a domestic, modern service sidearm for its armed forces and police. Designed in the 1930s and reaching production prominence in the 1940s and 1950s, the Ballester was heavily influenced by—and in many ways adapted from—the British Browning Hi-Power design, but it incorporated distinctive local engineering choices that set it apart from its Belgian progenitor. Chambered primarily in 9×19mm Parabellum, the pistol was built with a locked-breech, short-recoil mechanism and featured a single-action trigger, an internal hammer, and a slide-mounted safety very much in keeping with service pistol norms of the era. Unlike the original Hi-Power’s double-stack magazine, the Ballester typically used a 13-round capacity, and its internal parts and machining were optimized for ease of production and maintenance in Argentine arsenals. The Ballester’s construction emphasized robust materials and straightforward manufacturing techniques, which contributed to its reputation for reliability under a variety of field conditions. Argentine military and police units adopted it broadly, and it remained in service through several decades of the 20th century—a testament to the design’s durability and practical utility. While visually and mechanically reminiscent of European service pistols of its period, the HAFDASA Ballester stands out historically as a domestic Latin American adaptation of proven handgun engineering, embodying Argentina’s mid-century industrial aspirations and continuing to attract interest from collectors and historians who value its unique place in firearm development outside the more commonly recognized European and American production narratives.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Ballester
Serial: 7269
Caliber: .45 Acp
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Hispano-Argentina Fábrica de Automóviles SA (HAFDASA) Ballester is a historically significant Argentine semi-automatic pistol developed and produced in the mid-20th century that reflects Argentina’s effort to establish a domestic, modern service sidearm for its armed forces and police. Designed in the 1930s and reaching production prominence in the 1940s and 1950s, the Ballester was heavily influenced by—and in many ways adapted from—the British Browning Hi-Power design, but it incorporated distinctive local engineering choices that set it apart from its Belgian progenitor. Chambered primarily in 9×19mm Parabellum, the pistol was built with a locked-breech, short-recoil mechanism and featured a single-action trigger, an internal hammer, and a slide-mounted safety very much in keeping with service pistol norms of the era. Unlike the original Hi-Power’s double-stack magazine, the Ballester typically used a 13-round capacity, and its internal parts and machining were optimized for ease of production and maintenance in Argentine arsenals. The Ballester’s construction emphasized robust materials and straightforward manufacturing techniques, which contributed to its reputation for reliability under a variety of field conditions. Argentine military and police units adopted it broadly, and it remained in service through several decades of the 20th century—a testament to the design’s durability and practical utility. While visually and mechanically reminiscent of European service pistols of its period, the HAFDASA Ballester stands out historically as a domestic Latin American adaptation of proven handgun engineering, embodying Argentina’s mid-century industrial aspirations and continuing to attract interest from collectors and historians who value its unique place in firearm development outside the more commonly recognized European and American production narratives.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1160035641 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-15 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
375 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-15 17:20:25 |
