Attractive F.I.E. The Best semi-automatic pocket pistol chambered in .25 ACP, serial number A819160. This compact hammer-fired pistol features a 2.25-inch barrel with a bright bore and sharp rifling, a blued slide and frame, and sharply checkered wood grips inset with F.I.E. medallions. The frame has developed an especially appealing plum-toned patina, adding distinctive period character to the pistols presentation. Additional details include a serrated top of the slide and traditional heel-button magazine release. The pistol is accompanied by one magazine total, its original box, and original paperwork, making this a notably complete example.

F.I.E. marketed a wide range of compact European-style pocket pistols for the American commercial market, and small-caliber models such as The Best reflect the long tradition of discreet, hammer-fired vest-pocket automatics. Their simple blowback operation, compact dimensions, and traditional heel-type magazine releases are characteristic of the genre. Examples retaining their original packaging and paperwork are particularly appealing to collectors of vintage imported pocket pistols, while the attractive plum coloration of this frame gives this example additional visual character.

Caliber: .25 ACP
Barrel Length: 2.25 inches
Bore Condition: Bright bore with sharp rifling.
Finish Condition: Attractive blued finish; frame has developed a handsome plum-toned patina.
Mechanical Condition: Excellent; action functions smoothly and properly.

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Make: F.I.E.
Model: The Best
Serial # - Firearms: a819160
Caliber: 25 acp
Barrel Length: 2.25

• Make: F.I.E.
• Model: The Best
• Serial # - Firearms: a819160
• Caliber: 25 acp
• Barrel Length: 2.25