Authentic Vis 35 magazines

[dastier]

Anyone known how much authentic early war, unmarked Vis 35 magazines sell for these day? Thanks.

[A.J. Zawadzki]

Hi Mike - they are seldom seen on the market, and I can't recall the last one I've encountered. Condition is everything, and I would expect a solid functioning one with good finish to bring $300 at the very least.

Regards,
Tony

[dastier]

Thanks Tony, I bought 2 aftermarket mags for $80 several years ago. I have a line on 2 early occupation magazines for $125 each. Never yet seen a prewar one in person.

[dastier]

Here are pics of the two occupation magazines I purchased a few weeks back:



One of them has a script lower case 'r' stamped on the back spine. Anyone know what that represents? Thanks.

[A.J. Zawadzki]

Those are good looking mags Mike. Appear to be in super shape. Sorry, I do not know what the "r" is other than some sort of acceptance mark.

Regards,
Tony

[dastier]

Thanks Tony, I received a good deal on them. The seller had priced them at $150 each but knocked off $25 as I had inquired about buying Vis magazines from him months ago and he never replied.

He's a good fellow in my books. Very knowledgeable about the M1911A1 and U.S. webbing.