Description

Up for auction is a scarce and collectible Hi-Standard Model G380 semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380 CTG (.380 ACP), featuring a desirable 5" barrel, blued finish, and original factory box. Manufactured by the historic High Standard Manufacturing Company, the G380 was an uncommon post-World War II design that utilized a simple blowback operating system and removable barrel configuration. Production numbers were limited, making surviving examples increasingly difficult to find today. 

This pistol features:

• .380 CTG (.380 ACP) chambering
• 5" barrel
• Blued steel construction
• Semi-automatic operation
• Fixed sights
• Checkered grip panels
• Original factory box included

The Hi-Standard G380 traces its development to experimental military pistol projects from the mid-1940s and was ultimately introduced as a commercial sporting and defensive handgun. Approximately fewer than 8,000 examples are believed to have been produced, contributing to the model’s collector appeal today. 

Condition appears very good overall for its age, with the pistol retaining much of its original blued finish showing light handling wear and age-related marks consistent with careful ownership and storage. The included original box adds significant collector value and display appeal. Bore, grips, markings, and mechanical function should be inspected by prospective bidders using the provided photographs.

Collectors and enthusiasts appreciate these early Hi-Standard centerfire pistols for their unique engineering, historical significance, and relative scarcity on today’s market. Online collector discussions frequently note that original boxes and matching accessories substantially enhance desirability for vintage Hi-Standard firearms. 

An excellent opportunity to acquire a hard-to-find vintage American-made .380 pistol with original packaging. Please review all photographs carefully for complete condition details and bid accordingly. Firearm is sold as-is with no warranties expressed or implied and must ship to a valid FFL where permitted by law.

Condition

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