Wildey Survivor .45 Win Mag 10" One of 633 09 Prefix
Archival record: Specifications and condition reflect the firearm as listed at the time of auction.
Final Auction Price: $4,525.00
This scarce Wildey Survivor in .45 Winchester Magnum is one of only 633 pistols produced with the desirable 09-prefix Cheshire, Connecticut serial range. Featuring a 10-inch barrel, a full-length ventilated rib, and Wildey’s unique adjustable gas system, this example remains in Fine overall condition and includes its presentation case and accessories. A standout piece for collectors of 1980s big-bore semi-autos and cult-classic cinema firearms.
Identification
MMA#: 251008ML001
Make: Wildey
Model: Survivor Model
Serial Number: 09-1651
Year of Manufacture: 1980–1982
Caliber: .45 Winchester Magnum
Action Type: Double-action, gas-operated semi-automatic pistol fed by removable magazine
Barrel Length: 10” with ventilated full-length rib
Sights / Optics
Front sight: ramped blade mounted to the ventilated rib.
Rear sight: square-notch leaf, fully adjustable for windage and elevation, secured to the receiver top.
Stock / Grip Configuration & Condition
Checkered wood grip panels with only light handling marks. Checkering remains strong. Overall condition: Excellent.
Finish & Overall Condition
Type of Finish: Stainless steel with alloy rib
Finish Originality: Original
This pistol retains about 95% of its finish with typical linear brushing, light draglines, and a few minor nicks. Standard operational wear is present. Screw heads are sharp and markings are crisp. Overall condition: Fine.
Bore & Mechanics
Bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rated 10/10.
Action functions correctly on inspection. Not test-fired; cleaning recommended.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories
Includes Wildey presentation case, wood-handled cleaning rod, bristle brush, photocopied manual pages, and one 7-round magazine.
Our Assessment
Wildey pistols occupy a unique place in firearms history: designed for power, engineered for tunability, and built in limited numbers, they have always maintained a devoted cult following. The adjustable gas system allows shooters to tune the pistol to specific loads, moderating recoil and improving reliability—features that made the Survivor particularly attractive to handgun hunters and recoil enthusiasts. Only 633 pistols were ever made with the 09-prefix Cheshire, CT markings, making this variant significantly rarer than later production. Its appearance in Death Wish 3 only cemented its iconic status in American gun culture.
This example is well-preserved, mechanically sound, and includes its presentation case and accessories. For Wildey collectors, big-bore semi-auto enthusiasts, or anyone drawn to the unusual and overbuilt firearms of the late 20th century, this is a prime opportunity.
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