Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this historic semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Rheinmetall ABT. Sömmerda Dreyse!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Rheinmetall ABT. Sömmerda
Model: Dreyse
Serial: 131098
Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 ACP)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with V-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic and Extra Wood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Rheinmetall Dreyse .32 ACP with its 3 5/8-inch barrel is an excellent German-made handgun that embodies the precision machining and understated elegance characteristic of early 20th-century Teutonic firearm design, offering a compact yet remarkably refined pocket pistol for its era. Finished in a rich blued steel that highlights its clean lines and meticulous craftsmanship, the Dreyse features a slim, almost minimalist profile that makes it exceptionally comfortable to carry while still feeling solid and purposeful in the hand. Its blowback-operated action is known for smooth reliability, aided by tight but well-executed tolerances, and the gun’s unique internal layout—shared with the broader Dreyse lineage—demonstrates clever engineering solutions intended to maximize simplicity and durability. The slide’s subtle serrations, sharply cut markings, and neatly contoured edges reflect Rheinmetall's manufacturing pride, while the small external safety and intuitive control placement make it surprisingly user-friendly despite its vintage origins. The 3 5/8-inch barrel provides a touch more sight radius and ballistic consistency than many contemporary pocket pistols, giving the Dreyse excellent pointability and a slightly more confident feel on the range. Its checkered grips, typically made from durable hard rubber or similar composites, complement the pistol’s ergonomic frame, allowing a secure hold even on such a compact firearm. Today, collectors and enthusiasts admire the Rheinmetall Dreyse not only for its historical significance but also for its mechanical charm, distinctive styling, and the unmistakable sense of craftsmanship that comes from a time when even small defensive pistols were built with enduring quality in mind.
Contents:
Model: Dreyse
Serial: 131098
Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 ACP)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with V-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic and Extra Wood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Rheinmetall Dreyse .32 ACP with its 3 5/8-inch barrel is an excellent German-made handgun that embodies the precision machining and understated elegance characteristic of early 20th-century Teutonic firearm design, offering a compact yet remarkably refined pocket pistol for its era. Finished in a rich blued steel that highlights its clean lines and meticulous craftsmanship, the Dreyse features a slim, almost minimalist profile that makes it exceptionally comfortable to carry while still feeling solid and purposeful in the hand. Its blowback-operated action is known for smooth reliability, aided by tight but well-executed tolerances, and the gun’s unique internal layout—shared with the broader Dreyse lineage—demonstrates clever engineering solutions intended to maximize simplicity and durability. The slide’s subtle serrations, sharply cut markings, and neatly contoured edges reflect Rheinmetall's manufacturing pride, while the small external safety and intuitive control placement make it surprisingly user-friendly despite its vintage origins. The 3 5/8-inch barrel provides a touch more sight radius and ballistic consistency than many contemporary pocket pistols, giving the Dreyse excellent pointability and a slightly more confident feel on the range. Its checkered grips, typically made from durable hard rubber or similar composites, complement the pistol’s ergonomic frame, allowing a secure hold even on such a compact firearm. Today, collectors and enthusiasts admire the Rheinmetall Dreyse not only for its historical significance but also for its mechanical charm, distinctive styling, and the unmistakable sense of craftsmanship that comes from a time when even small defensive pistols were built with enduring quality in mind.
Contents:
This example will ship with an extra set of wooden grips.
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.
Additional Details
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