DCastro. Apr 24, 2024. 3. 243. Apr 24, 2024. by johnboy. 1 1 of 158 158. For beginning collectors to ask questions. If you want a pistol identified describe all its markings and their locations.Find WW1 & WW2 Luger pistols for sale. Officially a model P.08, we sell these pistols both in full rigs & as just the gun alone. Pair HOLSTERS with the Luger of your choosing. We also sell SPARE MAGAZINES as well as luger parts. Also, view our SPARE PARTS. The most iconic German pistol in history.I agree with the rarer an item is, the less an import marking matters. But I'd say an import marking on an average, nice example brings the value down 30-40% --- although I think that since the large influx of SKS', AK's, Toks, Russian / East German lugers, Mausers, etc over the last 20 years that newer collectors don't seem as …The right receiver acceptance stamps determine the 1939 42 Code markings variations. They are as follows: SE63 SE63 LTP reported serial range 2455q-3380w (estimated production 60,925)*. *Note: the sizes of the SE63 SE63 acceptance stamps vary in the 2455q-6461q serial range. These size variations not detailed in this analysis.Under the barrel serial number is the gauge markings 8.82 measuring the distance between the lands. This all matching Luger with the barrel serial number and gauge markings along with the suffix "x" on the frame and the matching serial number w/the suffix "c" on the late 1930's type 'FXO' E37 extruded magazine.It has the safety hole, which according to the video supports the Police Unit theory. I've also been advised the magazine is Post WWII East German, and that the removed German proof marks may indicate a Russian capture during WWII. So the story so far is: 1916 made by DWM for the German Imperial Army, used during WWI.#1 · Dec 16, 2017. I have been working on a DWM Luger and would like info on it. It is marked 1918 and 1920. What was the 1920 mark for? Second it has a different number …6 Sept 2022 ... ... German Luger. At the time I was too young to ... In May 2022, Rock Island Auction Service sold one for $82,250. American Eagle Luger DWM Markings.German Shepherds are one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the world and they make great family pets. However, they can also be quite challenging to train. If you’re looking fo...The Imperial German Regimental Marking [Revised Edition] by Jeff Noll. 1998, published by Jeff Noll; PO Box 7184; Ventura, California, 93006. Imperial German Regimental Markings is just under 200 pages long with a nicely bound 8 ½ by 11 format. This is an excellent text on decoding Imperial Regimental markings. The book has four …The Luger Landjägerei grip strap markings are only reported on these Lugers. ( Weimar Lugers pages 32-33)” While the vast majority of Landjägerei -marked Lugers are 29 DWMs as noted, there is a small percentage of dated Imperial-era Lugers with these markings.Dec 28, 2021 · The Lugers with the toggle mark "Waffenfabrik Bern" were produced between 1919 and 1933 (not 1924-29) and those with the Swiss coat of arms as toggle mark from 1933. The "cross in sunburst" above the chamber was used from 1901 to 1908 and was replaced by the "cross in shield" from 1909 (until 1914).Today I am visiting Simpson Ltd in Galesburg, Illinois - the question we are look at is one of the most common they hear from customers: how do you tell if a...Learn how to locate and record the serial number, script letter, make code, frame number and slide number of your Luger pistol. These markings can help you identify …Estimated value of 1918-1920 German Luger. Whats the value of a Luger with matching markings, 6235 w/matching 35 on every part. DWM and 8.82 underneath the 6235 under the barrel. Wood base w/wood buttons on the clip to match the wood ... by tenelli.6671 TE no 2 E no .30 Imperial Lugers" p211 6671 TE no 2 E no ** duplicate of above, not matching i.e., fake 6672 TE 6677 TE 6682 TE 6685 TE 6689 TE 6694 TE. 6703 TE804 posts · Joined 2008. #19 · Nov 23, 2014. The German military used any pistols they could get their hands on and many luger pistols from WW1 were used right up till the end of WW2. These were all 9mm military caliber regardless of when manufactured and were official primary combat sidearms.This 1913 Luger is characterized by the 9mm 4" (100mm) barrel and was built without a hold open and utilized the long sear. The rear sight is "V" cut fixed and front dovetailed sight and the frame has the stock lug and hold open device. This model of the Luger was produced from 1908 until 1914 for the German Military when the model was changed ...1917 DWM LP.08 9mm Artillery Luger Lange Pistole - Survivor of the Great War & The Treaty of Versailles. GI#: 102588947. German Luger 1917 DWM LP.08 9mm Lange Pistole For assistance: (877) MOB-GUNS - (877) 662-4867 Sales at MOBGUNS dotcom MOBGUNS dotcom This LP.08's eight-inch barrel has b ...Click for more info.The Luger or Parabellum pistol is perhaps one of the most recognizable semi-automatics in history. A veteran of two world wars, these workhorses served on land, sea, and air, and were a prized war trophy for returning Doughboys and G.I.s. In addition to German Imperial and Nazi military models, Lugers were also manufactured for police and ...The Luger Landjägerei grip strap markings are only reported on these Lugers. ( Weimar Lugers pages 32-33)” While the vast majority of Landjägerei -marked Lugers are 29 DWMs as noted, there is a small percentage of dated Imperial-era Lugers with these markings.I agree with the rarer an item is, the less an import marking matters. But I'd say an import marking on an average, nice example brings the value down 30-40% --- although I think that since the large influx of SKS', AK's, Toks, Russian / East German lugers, Mausers, etc over the last 20 years that newer collectors don't seem as …1923 DWM/Krieghoff Commercial. 4" barrel, 7.65mm or 9mm caliber. Chamber dated 1921 or left blank. There is a stock lug. Front toggle marked DWM, as they manufactured this Luger to be sold by Krieghoff. "Krieghoff Suhl" stamped on back above lanyard loop. Second "F" in Krieghoff was defective and all specimens have this distinctive die strike.Looks like a nice 1940 Luger produced by Mauser, serial number 8088m. The "42" on the toggle is a code for Mauser. The loading tool would be in the little pouch inside the lid of the holster. There is no way of knowing who the German soldier owner was as these Lugers are not SS marked. Maybe it is the picture, but the grips look a little too red.I need some help from some of you out there that can help with german regimental markings. I've just brought a grouping home from a WW1 U.S. Army Lieutenant and among the items I've recieved is a 1911 chamber dated luger with the following regimental markings of the front strap of the grip: 1.R.U.1.9. I'll add that the "9" is smaller in size ...The German military wanted a round with more stopping power and better performance. In response, Georg Luger removed the bottleneck shape of the 7.65x25mm round to create the infamous 9mm. This new 9mm cartridge quickly gathered a number of names, including 9mm Luger and 9mm Parabellum. 9mm goodness.We received more rescued Lugers from Canada this week! What magazine variation is proper for your Luger P.08? Tom answers that question and gives a detailed ...Luger P08 9mm pistols were considered the best souvenirs by American troops in the European Theatre of Operations (ETO) during World War II. That’s because no firearm is more identified with the German military than the Luger. Also no firearm is identified with the 9mm Parabellum caliber more than the Luger. However, here are a few basic ...serial #990a, 9mm, 4" barrel with a fair bore showing light pitting in the grooves and worn evident rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1920 police reworked ...New Listing WW2 German P08 Luger Code fxo E/37 Magazine 8 Round Pistol Magazine 2 Over 7784. $379.95. or Best Offer. $6.95 shipping. Early P08 Luger “Black Widow” Code 122 E/37 Black Base 8RD Magazine by Haenel. $360.00. or Best Offer. $6.00 shipping. Vintage 9mm Luger Triple K 8 Round Stainless Steel Magazine 8-b.Feb 22, 2024 · Yes, Luger holsters can vary in terms of materials used, with common examples including leather, canvas, and other durable fabrics. 14. How do I care for and maintain a German Luger holster? To care for and maintain a German Luger holster, regularly clean and condition the material, avoid excessive moisture or sunlight exposure, and keep it ...When starting with Lugers, I recommend studying before buying guns. There are a huge number of variations, and many markings to become familiar with, as well as many markings. The more rare a …Learn how to locate and record the serial number, script letter, make code, frame number and slide number of your Luger pistol. These markings can help you identify …15 Mar 2022 ... In this video, we show you some rare WW1 German Navy Lugers, WW2 Navy Lugers, and some other WW2-era Navy-issued Mauser pistols!14 Jun 2012 ... Is it a numbers matching pistol, or is it a parts gun? Many of the parts of a Luger have serial numbers on them, or just the last 2 numbers of ...We received more rescued Lugers from Canada this week! What magazine variation is proper for your Luger P.08? Tom answers that question and gives a detailed ...The Luger Landjägerei grip strap markings are only reported on these Lugers. ( Weimar Lugers pages 32-33)” While the vast majority of Landjägerei -marked Lugers are 29 DWMs as noted, there is a small percentage of dated Imperial-era Lugers with these markings.Mar 6, 2017 · The Luger is the direct descendent of Hugo Borchardt’s C-93 pistol, which was the first semi-automatic pistol to be commercially viable. Manufactured by Ludwig Lowe & Co. and its successor ...Under the barrel serial number is the gauge markings 8.82 measuring the distance between the lands. This all matching Luger with the barrel serial number and gauge markings along with the suffix "x" on the frame and the matching serial number w/the suffix "c" on the late 1930's type 'FXO' E37 extruded magazine.1494 posts · Joined 2006. #3 · Mar 4, 2021. Your Luger was produced in early 1939 as Mauser progressed from the 1938 S/42 to the 1939-42. There is a letter suffix on the front of the frame which should be a n,o,p,or q. The condition of the finish appears to show it has spent some time in a moist environment, possibly sitting in the holster ...1923 DWM/Krieghoff Commercial. 4" barrel, 7.65mm or 9mm caliber. Chamber dated 1921 or left blank. There is a stock lug. Front toggle marked DWM, as they manufactured this Luger to be sold by Krieghoff. "Krieghoff Suhl" stamped on back above lanyard loop. Second "F" in Krieghoff was defective and all specimens have this distinctive die strike.serial #990a, 9mm, 4" barrel with a fair bore showing light pitting in the grooves and worn evident rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1920 police reworked ...Are you considering a career in Germany? With its strong economy and diverse job opportunities, it’s no wonder that many foreigners are flocking to find jobs in Germany. However, e...17 Mar 2016 ... All true German and West German SIGs were test fired at the Kiel proof house, so the Nesselblatt proof mark is an indicator of a true German or ...Here we present a Nazi German S/42 Code P.08 Luger Pistol, made by Mauser-Werke in Oberndorf, Germany in 1937. This variant of the Luger Pistol is notable for its “S/42” code, which was a secret designation for the Mauser company, which made it. This was done after the brutal Treaty of Versailles put stringent limits on Germany’s military ...804 posts · Joined 2008. #19 · Nov 23, 2014. The German military used any pistols they could get their hands on and many luger pistols from WW1 were used right up till the end of WW2. These were all 9mm military caliber regardless of when manufactured and were official primary combat sidearms.Here we present a Nazi German S/42 Code P.08 Luger Pistol, made by Mauser-Werke in Oberndorf, Germany in 1937. This variant of the Luger Pistol is notable for its “S/42” code, which was a secret designation for the Mauser company, which made it. This was done after the brutal Treaty of Versailles put stringent limits on Germany’s military ...Post WW1 Crown/N commercial stamps are upright/vertical. Their orientation on the left side of the receiver identifies the period in which the Luger was made. While the C/N was applied only to Lugers made for the commercial market, there are examples that also bear military or police markings as the pistols were pressed into service.May 8, 2021 · The German military wanted a round with more stopping power and better performance. In response, Georg Luger removed the bottleneck shape of the 7.65x25mm round to create the infamous 9mm. This new 9mm cartridge quickly gathered a number of names, including 9mm Luger and 9mm Parabellum. 9mm goodness.German Police Unit Marks, 1920-1937. The following tables list the base forms for police unit marks found in German Small Arms Markings From Authentic Sources by J. Goertz and D. Bryans, Walsworth Publishing Co., Marceline MO, USA, 1997. This book contains English translations of the actual regulations issued by the German authorities from the ...1923 DWM/Krieghoff Commercial. 4" barrel, 7.65mm or 9mm caliber. Chamber dated 1921 or left blank. There is a stock lug. Front toggle marked DWM, as they manufactured this Luger to be sold by Krieghoff. "Krieghoff Suhl" stamped on back above lanyard loop. Second "F" in Krieghoff was defective and all specimens have this distinctive die strike.Sep 1, 2003 · The Belgian military used three markings. The progression can be followed - the first group was missing one of the three markings, another group was missing two of the three markings, the third group was missing all three maarkings. (The latter are very few.) In the high 43 thousand range, there are a few with one of the markings missing.Luger Proof/Acceptance Mark Identification Guide (1898-1945) This is one of a series of identification guides for small arms. To the best of our knowledge, all the examples shown are original pre-1945 manufacture. If anyone has questions or suggestions, please contact [email protected] .Re: Luger markings identification - help. by von thoma » 07 May 2016, 02:26. I think it's a P08 made by DWM ( Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken ). 14. German military proof. Found on barrel and breechblock, 1908-1913, and breechblock only, 1914-1918. " The right to believe is the right of those who don't know ".7/28/20 - This is an original WW1 DWM Luger manufactured in 1913. The frame, slide, and magazine have German Imperial military proofs. All numbered parts are matching. This gun has really nice bluing, retaining about 94-95% of its original finish. There is typical minor muzzle and high edge wear (especially on the side plate). There is minor wear and a very small ding on the front strap. Minor ...Under the barrel serial number is the gauge markings 8.82 measuring the distance between the lands. This all matching Luger with the barrel serial number and gauge markings along with the suffix "x" on the frame and the matching serial number w/the suffix "c" on the late 1930's type 'FXO' E37 extruded magazine.The Imperial German Regimental Marking [Revised Edition] by Jeff Noll. 1998, published by Jeff Noll; PO Box 7184; Ventura, California, 93006. Imperial German Regimental Markings is just under 200 pages long with a nicely bound 8 ½ by 11 format. This is an excellent text on decoding Imperial Regimental markings. The book has four …Jun 6, 2009 · This video looks at the different markings that can be found on the Luger and P38 pistol series with examples at hand. I tried to make it as straight forward...I have a 9mm 1917/1920 DWM and have been photographically recording markings and looking them up. All numbers match, including internal small parts, except for a WWII magazine, and grips. The four-digit serial number is 10XX with no suffix letter. The right receiver has the normal German military receiver proofs of 1914-1918.Mar 29, 2023 · Lugers were manufactured in blocks of 10,000. The first block will be 1 ~ 10000 without a suffix letter. The next block will be 1 ~ 10000a followed by b, c etc. The letter j was never used as it is used interchangeably with the letter i in the written German language. Mauser, the maker of your Luger, went through the alphabet about three times.The 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge was developed for the Luger. This model is the Artillery Luger, developed so gunners could defend their batteries from enemy infantry. The barrel is 4 inches longer than the standard Luger and it features long-range sights, an attachable shoulder stock, and the 32-round Trommelmagazin 08.Identification of “Luger” Model P08 Pistols WARNING: Ensure the Pistol is unloaded Serial # on Frame: Serial # on Receiver: Make/Code on Toggle: Chamber Year Date/Code: Calibre: Chamber Year Date/Code Serial # on Frame *include any suffix or prefix Serial # on Receiver Make/Code on Toggle: FRAME RECEIVERThe Luger is certainly one of the most iconic firearms in history, made so by its association with Germany during both World Wars. This Luger P.08 Pistol is dated “1918”, the year it was made. Imperial German military proof and acceptance marks are located on the right side of the chamber. The DWM monogram is prominent on the top of the toggle.It appears that an East German post war bottom has been installed on a 1941-42 fxo body. The bottom of this mag looks more like Zamak, the zinc alloy commonly used in the post-WWII firearms industry. There were umpteen guns made of the material beginning roughly in the late 50s/early 60s, and it's still in use today.The 9 millimeter Luger and 9 millimeter Parabellum ammunition are the same cartridge with different names. They are both the 9x19mm ammunition cartridge, commonly referred to as si...Nov 15, 2020 · Doubs. 2431 posts · Joined 2003. #7 · Nov 15, 2020. According to Jan Still in his book on Third Reich and Nazi Lugers, your pistol falls within the known range of German Navy Lugers acquired in 1938. Still estimates that 2400 were purchased in the h, i, l & m suffix letter blocks and the Ostsee rack numbers spanned O.2447 ~ O.3654.WEIMAR LUGERS. 1920-1933: Unit Markings. Follow Forum Create Thread ... Approximate Current Market Price of "History Writ in Steel German Police Markings 1900-1936", by L. Donald Maus. dpast32; Jan 12, 2022; 12 ... 1920-1933: Unit Markings. 2.2K posts 717.7K viewsWWII German Codes And Markings. WWII GERMAN CODES. AND MARKINGS. Compiled from various sources which may not agree on marking details. Therefore more than one identification may appear for some codes. We cannot be sure which is correct. Please enter the markings you want to research and click the submit button. ArmsCollectors.com Collectable ...17 Mar 2016 ... All true German and West German SIGs were test fired at the Kiel proof house, so the Nesselblatt proof mark is an indicator of a true German or ...Later in the Luger service life, 1930s I believe, different (square or zig-zag) ... Pistols & Holsters. 1933-1945: Mauser Lugers. Army, Navy, Police German: Foreign Mfg. Pistols and Holsters. 1900-1918: P.08-Army Lugers. Top Contributors this Month View All Curly1 724 Replies. mhassoun 205 Replies. Jason S L 203 Replies. Recommended ...download hosted by and courtesy of the Luger Forum www.lugerforum.com 1900 Swiss + Grip Safety Safety Takedown# export May 4, 1900 Swiss Parliament accepts final design of Pistole ... 5495 c/N n W 3 GERMANY Swiss cross on chamber, long-frame, 1906-style 5506 AE 5519 AE 5546 AE 5555 AE 5563 AE 5565 AE 5567 AE. 5568 AE …Luger Proof & Acceptance Marks 1898-1945 Lugers - DWM Production & Reworks 1895-1929 Lugers - DWM Military/Contract 1904-29 Lugers - Non-DWM Models & Reworks 1915-1945 Mauser C96 Broomhandles 1896-1937 Nambu Pistols 1902-1945 Walther 1-9, PP, PPK, & P38 1910-1945 Walther PP & PPK Serial Numbers 1929-1945 Walther Sport/Olympia Pistols 1924-1944 ...German Shepherds are one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the world and they make great family pets. However, they can also be quite challenging to train. If you’re looking fo...Military markings on the back strap of this Luger P-08. (Picture courtesy Cabela’s). Although typically associated with Germany’s Second and Third Reich the Luger P-08 was actually first adopted by the Swiss Army in May 1900, pre-dating German Army adoption by eight years. The Swiss Lugers are simply some of the best pistols in the …The Never Give Up Buck. Recipe: Nothing is Better than Fresh Grilled Wild Turkey. German firearms are loaded with a variety of markings and stamps. Decoding these proof marks is very useful in determining the age and history of the gun.The right receiver acceptance stamps determine the 1939 42 Code markings variations. They are as follows: SE63 SE63 LTP reported serial range 2455q-3380w (estimated production 60,925)*. *Note: the sizes of the SE63 SE63 acceptance stamps vary in the 2455q-6461q serial range. These size variations not detailed in this analysis.Welcome to the forum. It is indeed a commercial Luger; what is now termed an "Alphabet" Luger produced in the mid-1920's. The suffix letter is a "p" and is part of the serial number 2081p. The Alphabet commercial Lugers are thought to be the most commonly encountered models and most are in 7.65mm (.30 Luger).I have a 9mm 1917/1920 DWM and have been photographically recording markings and looking them up. All numbers match, including internal small parts, except for a WWII magazine, and grips. The four-digit serial number is 10XX with no suffix letter. The right receiver has the normal German military receiver proofs of 1914-1918.WWII German Codes And Markings. WWII GERMAN CODES. AND MARKINGS. Compiled from various sources which may not agree on marking details. Therefore more than one identification may appear for some codes. We cannot be sure which is correct. Please enter the markings you want to research and click the submit …Caliber 7.65 refers to 7.65m/m Luger; caliber 9 refers to 9m/m Luger. 1902 Commercial 9 4" No engraving over chamber. 1902 American Eagle 9 4" American EagRe over chamber. 1902 American Eagle 9 4" American Eagle over chamber, cartridge. counter in grip. *1902 Dutch 9 4". NOTE: The Model 1902 has an cxceptionally thick barrel peculiar only to ...May 5, 2016 · Re: Luger markings identification - help. by von thoma » 07 May 2016, 02:26. I think it's a P08 made by DWM ( Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken ). 14. German military proof. Found on barrel and breechblock, 1908-1913, and breechblock only, 1914-1918. " The right to believe is the right of those who don't know ".4.75" barrel, 7.65mm caliber. Has a grip safety, but no stock lug. Year of manufacture, from 1937-1942, stamped above chamber. Mauser banner stamped on front link. Extractor marked, but safety is not. Approximately 1,000 manufactured, with one- to three-digit serial numbers—some with letter suffix. NIB.Luger P08 Army – 4″ Barrel Replacement $ 100.00 – $ 540.00. Luger P08 Army – Barrel Replacement . Select options; LugerMan T-Shirts $ 20.00. LugerMan T-Shirts. Order a shirt and email us with a choice of color and size. Add to cart; Luger P04 Navy – 6″ Barrel Replacement $ 100.00 – $ 225.00. Luger P04 Navy – Barrel Replacement ...8035 Mauser PO8 German Luger byf 41, “Black Widow” 9MM, Seller: Dennis E Dawson ( FFL) Gun #: 940398588. $2,995.00. 10 Image (s) 1906 DWM NAVY GERMAN LUGER - 2ND ISSUE WITH DISPLAY CASE.Weight. 0.870 kg. Contributor: C. Peter Chen. The Parabellum Pistole 08 (P08) recoil-operated semi-automatic pistols were originally designed by Georg Luger of Loewe & Company in the United States in 1898, which attributed to their popular nick name "Luger". The firm fought hard to secure a military contract, but the heavy price tags of these ...May 14, 2020 · The markings mean "Infantry Regiment 419, 3rd Company, weapon 12." If all the numbers of the Luger are matching, then you have an unusual one. VERY few 1918 Lugers will be found with regimental markings. The reason I mention matching numbers is because there's always a chance that the frame - the lower half - could be from an earlier year when ...Luger had a son, Georg, Jr., who lives today in Berlin at the age of 81, and who has been of invaluable assistance to the author in bringing to light many of the facts concerning the Luger Pistol and its famous inventor. Herr Luger, Jr. was a famous pistol shot, with a Luger, of course, though he modestly disclaims any outstanding ability.3 Jan 2023 ... We were able to import a forgotten batch of original German WW1, WW2 and East German Lugers out of Africa. The history how these guns ended ...It is a pistol made by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) during the First World War in 1916 and comes complete with military markings, matching numbers, and the original holster. This World War I vintage DWM Luger P-08 has matching numbers and the original holster. (Picture courtesy Cabela’s). Military markings on the back strap of ...German Luger identification. I have a numbers matching luger with a 5 digit serial number. The only stampings are a crown over N. There are multiple. stampings of this. On the right side is stamped GERMANY. It does not have a sear lock on it. I suspect that it is a 1914 commercial gun. I have no history on it, The serial number is 81955 …Heinrich Krieghoff - Suhl, Germany At least six pre-production Lugers are known to exist. On later production guns, matching numbered magazines enhance value. Matching …. I have a 9mm 1917/1920 DWM and have been photographically recording mAccording to 1910 marking instructions the Luger powe Oct 10, 2017 · A: Between 1910 and 1918, Luger pistols were made at the Royal Arsenal in Erfurt. Two variations were made: the standard military model with a 4" barrel and the Artillery model with an 8" barrel ...1942 should be the correct year. I think 1943 was the last year for Luger production, although some were probably assembled from spare parts later. The German Army had adopted the Walther P.38 way back … The one that's marked byf they called a mismatched gun because 1 Jul 2019 ... It's an Imperial German-marked Luger. Many imperial and commercial Lugers were carried in WW2. Not every pistol (especially Lugers) carried by ... 1 May 2020 ... ... markings on it looked like and wou...
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