info on an Azanzay Model 1916 32 Auto

aradburns

April 03, 2005 08:21

I am trying to find out about a pistol that I recently acquired.

It is an Azanzay Arrizabalaga Model 1916
Made in Eibar, Spain

It had Wooden grips wih cross-hatching. The pistol is pretty clean inside and out, the barrel appears to be immaculate. It also has what looks like maybe the original calvary style holster.

Any info and maybe a value would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Ashley

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  captkirk3@dslextreme.com

  April 03, 2005 09:02

  You have what is known as a RUBY...one of the Cheap Pistols made in Spain in the early 1900's and into the late 1930's....No real great Collector Value...Parts are almost impossible to Find, and if needing repair most generally will need a Good Gunsmith...Some RUBY'S were actually made for British Use just prior to WW2 as the Brits just did'nt have the Arms to distribute to its Forces...It can be an interesting Discussion Piece...so put it into a Shadow Box and hang in the Den....Value Wise it probably worth $125.00.......
  
  Captain Kirk, Tech Staff<P><BR>

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  rufe-snow

  April 03, 2005 13:46

  My reference notes, that Azanza & Arrizabalaga were one of the many Spanish manufacturers, ( 30 or more? ), who produced "Ruby Type" pistols during the World War I time frame.
  
  Although many were produced under French Military Contract, others were sold to various civilan and paramilitary users.
  
  Many of these "Ruby Type" pistols were imported and sold in the U.S. during the 60's. During that time frame it was quite common to go into places that handled firearms and see these pistols being sold for $20, and you had your choice on which one you wanted.
  
  To the best of my knowledge their is little collector interest in these pistols, even now. My 2 cents is, their value would be in the $50 - $ 150 range depending on condition.
  
  
  

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