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Paul B. · October 2, 2000, 10:52 AM

Mattfra. Using what data Strayhorn gave, I found a picture of a Frommer Model 37 that has the exact same markings as what you describe, with the exception of the serial number. From the picture, it looks like kind of a neat little pistol. It also said that that particular model was made got the German Luftwaffe.
Most versions of the pistol were made for the Hungarian army in 9MM Short (.380 ACP) but during WW-2, several thousand were made in 7.65 MM (.32 ACP) for the German air force. Looks like that pistol may be a scarce version.
I got this from THE COMPLETE ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE WORLD'S FIREARMS by Ian V. Hogg.
Paul B.

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October 2, 2000, 10:52 AM	#3
Paul B. Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 1999 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,800	Mattfra. Using what data Strayhorn gave, I found a picture of a Frommer Model 37 that has the exact same markings as what you describe, with the exception of the serial number. From the picture, it looks like kind of a neat little pistol. It also said that that particular model was made got the German Luftwaffe. Most versions of the pistol were made for the Hungarian army in 9MM Short (.380 ACP) but during WW-2, several thousand were made in 7.65 MM (.32 ACP) for the German air force. Looks like that pistol may be a scarce version. I got this from THE COMPLETE ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE WORLD'S FIREARMS by Ian V. Hogg. Paul B. [This message has been edited by Paul B. (edited October 02, 2000).]