Secret Agent Gun? Spanish Ruby With Silencer

Published on January 29, 2023
Duration: 7:05

This video examines a unique Spanish Ruby pistol from the 1930s, modified with an extended, threaded barrel and a German WWII suppressor. The pistol features matching numbers on the barrel, slide, and suppressor, suggesting German re-numbering for their suppressor. The custom leather holster, bearing a faded Third Reich eagle, points to potential use by a clandestine operative. The presenter, an experienced firearms enthusiast, seeks viewer input on the pistol's specific history and purpose.

Quick Summary

This Spanish Ruby pistol from the 1930s is a rare find, featuring a factory-extended threaded barrel and a German WWII suppressor. German proof marks and matching component numbers indicate its modification for clandestine use, possibly by a Third Reich security agency, as evidenced by the custom holster.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Secret Agent Gun?
  2. 00:15Origin and Background Story
  3. 01:22Spanish Ruby Pistol Details
  4. 01:55Extended Threaded Barrel
  5. 02:26German Proof Marks and History
  6. 03:05Matching Numbers on Components
  7. 03:26Suppressor History and Condition
  8. 04:38Baffling Components and Expert Opinion Needed
  9. 05:14Caliber and Proposed Use
  10. 05:28Custom Holster Details
  11. 06:40Call for Viewer Feedback

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Spanish Ruby pistol and what makes this one unique?

The Spanish Ruby is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol produced in Spain, often based on Browning designs. This particular example from the 1930s is unique due to its extended, threaded barrel and an attached German WWII suppressor, suggesting a specialized clandestine role.

What do the German proof marks on the Spanish Ruby pistol signify?

The 'Crown N' proof mark on the pistol indicates it was proofed in Germany for smokeless powder. This suggests the firearm was imported into Germany between 1934 and 1939, a period of significant arms trade between Spain and Germany.

Why are the serial numbers on the Spanish Ruby pistol's components mismatched?

The pistol's barrel, slide, and suppressor are marked with '29', while the frame bears serial number '73879'. This mismatch likely occurred when German authorities fitted their suppressor, re-numbering the components to match the suppressor for their own inventory control.

What is the historical significance of the custom holster found with the Spanish Ruby pistol?

The pre-war leather holster is custom-modified to fit the pistol with its suppressor. The faded Third Reich eagle and swastika stamp strongly suggest it was issued to a German security agency like the Gestapo, hinting at the firearm's use in covert operations.

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