Make: Claridge
Model: AS-9 (Alloy S-9)
Serial Number: 902570, 902571 (Consecutive Pair)
Year of Manufacture: 1990-1993
Caliber: 9mm
Action Type: Closed Bolt, Semi-Automatic Blowback
Markings: The left side of the frame is marked “CLARIDGE HI-TEC ™ 902570”. The right side of the receiver is marked “9mm NATO PAT.PEND NORTHRIDGE. CA. U.S.A.” Both pistols have the same markings except the other one’s serial is “902571”.
Barrel Length: 5” proprietary threaded Match Grade barrel. 7” with Ribbed Barrel Shroud or Smooth Barrel Shroud Extension.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable hooded pin sight. The rear sight is an adjustable U notch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: Tubular stainless steel forged one piece uppers. The frame is one piece alloy integral with the pistol grip and trigger guard. Magazine is fed through the pistol grip. Charging handle on the upper left side and bolt catch. Threaded barrel for barrel shroud extensions. The stock rates in Excellent condition. These pistols are NIB and never fired.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 2x 15 rd steel 9mm magazines. (One with each pistol).
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel, Black, Alloy
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. The bores each rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: These pistols retain about 100% of their metal finish. The markings are crisp. Overall, these pistols rate in about Excellent Condition. They are new-in-box and never fired. There is still factory grease present.
Mechanics: The actions function correctly. Telescoping bolt cloned after the SA-VZ23 submachine gun. We did not fire these pistols. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Claridge Hi-Tec Factory Box, Thread Protector on each barrel, Highly Desired Ribbed Barrel Extension & Smooth Extension, Owners Manual, sight adjustment tools and takedown tools.
Our Assessment: If you've followed our auctions over the past 2 years, you're likely familiar with the renowned Claridge collection, as we've been exclusively auctioning firearms directly from the Claridge family. These firearms have achieved iconic status, appearing in blockbuster movies such as Planet of the Apes starring Mark Wahlberg, Total Recall featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Iron Man 2, Firefly, Assassins with Sylvester Stallone and Antonio Banderas, Direct Hit, Against the Law, and Once Upon a Time in Mexico. These weapons have graced the hands of Hollywood legends—and now, they can become the crown jewels of your own collection.
However, this consecutive serialized set offers something truly special: both pistols feature rare aluminum receivers, diverging significantly from the standard stainless steel, resulting in each pistol weighing over a pound less. As the Claridge collection approaches its final offerings, the Claridge family has decided it's the perfect moment to present this extraordinary, mint-condition pair—brand new, unfired, and truly one-of-a-kind.
Currently displayed in the prestigious Firearms Museum at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, these Claridge pistols are not just museum-grade but represent rarities surpassing even those held by one of the world's leading firearm museums. If you're seeking to elevate your collection and own a tangible piece of cinematic history worthy of legendary characters like Han Solo or Captain Kirk, this set of Claridge Hi-Tec AS-9 pistols presents an unparalleled opportunity.