Description
This Korth Ratzeburg Combat revolver represents the pinnacle of German revolver craftsmanship, built during the revered Ratzeburg era when each example was finished with an uncompromising focus on precision, balance, and mechanical refinement. Chambered in .357 Magnum and fitted with a highly desirable 3 1/4-inch barrel, this configuration strikes an ideal balance between compact handling and authoritative performance.
The revolver is finished in a deep, high-polish blued steel that highlights the exceptional machining and hand-fitting for which Korth is known. The cylinder, frame, and barrel exhibit uniform finish and tight tolerances, with all major components matching, underscoring the integrity and originality of the piece. As expected from Korth, lockup is precise, timing is exact, and the trigger, both double-and single-action, exemplifies the smooth, glass-like pull that sets these revolvers apart from all others.
Fitted with contoured wooden combat grips, the revolver offers excellent ergonomics while maintaining the refined aesthetic expected of a Korth. Subtle factory markings and Ratzeburg manufacture details further confirm its provenance, placing it firmly among the most collectible examples produced by Korth.
This Korth Ratzeburg Combat is not simply a revolver; it is a mechanical work of art, produced in extremely limited numbers and increasingly difficult to find in such complete, matching condition. An exceptional addition to any serious collection of fine European firearms, it stands as a lasting testament to the golden age of German revolver engineering.
