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65. German Navy markings added to Lugers issued to the post WW 1 German Navy. 66 & 67. Nazi era navy markings added Lugers issued to the German Navy (1934-1945 period). 68. "Death Head" marking found on a few early Nazi era reworks (1930-1933 period). 69. Typical unit markings found on the front grip strap of police or military Lugers (1920 ...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.The classic Luger manufactured by Krieghoff for the Luftwaffe. This is one of the 10,000 gun initial order by the Luftwaffe and reflects the four digit dates begun from 1936-1945.The barrel is 4" (100mm), 9mm. It has a "U" notch sight on the rear linkage. The first toggle link is marked with the Krieghoff monogram.The "1920" is a Weimar Republic property mark. Your Luger started as a WW-I military pistol. The 2/1001 mark is a concealment code of the Ernst Thalmann organization, making these high quality milled magazines after WW-II in the Haenel plant in Suhl. This was East Germany at the time.German WWII Walther P-38 Zero. Nazi Party in 9mm Luger Early 1939. 1939-1940 German Production. First Official Military Series Produced. In 9mm Luger caliber. Very good clean bore. Pistol has undergone detailed mechanical review, testing and restoration. Fully operational, very tight and has very good clean barrel.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 …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 ...24 Oct 2019 ... In this episode, Tom talks about WW2 Nazi Lugers. He also talks about the difference between a common WW2-era Mauser Luger P.08 and what the ...One of the scarce, small-production manufacturers of the Luger is Krieghoff – Heinrich Krieghoff to be exact. Kreighoff Waffenfabrik was a smallish arms company that wanted to get into major contracts with the rearming German military in the 1930s. They began by bidding on a contract for 10,000 Luger pistols for the Luftwaffe, and won.Jun 7, 2009 · As for the markings: Model: Luger P08. 1915. Marked on inner grip - R.80.6.K. Serial number: 8235 (all pieces matching) 2 magazines, marked 3776 and 6689. I was able to find a little info online (I didn't instantly want someone to do my research for me) that said the inner grip markings mean 80th Infantry, 6th Kompagnie (Company).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 …This is one of a series of identification guides for small arms. The 1920 dated and double dated rework Lugers (DWM and Erfurt) are in the "Lugers - DWM Commercial 1898-1929" Gallery. To the best of our knowledge, all the examples shown are original pre-1945 manufacture. If anyone has questions or suggestions, please contact Vern@GermanDaggers ...The waffenamp (tiny as is it) is just above the trigger. In metal it is often easier to read the waffenamp codes as they were crispy engraved and assuming the item remains in good condition, the markings should be readable. WW2 German P38 – Credit: D&B Militaria. Up next is a WW2 German gas mask. Items like jerry cans, some boxes, labels ...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 ...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 and appraise your firearm.Description: This 1918 Erfurt P-08 Luger, 9mm pistol is in excellent operational condition and would be a great collectable if not for the following: 1. The blued finish applied to this gun in recent years is incorrect for P-08 Lugers, for any Luger. The good news is, all the markings are legible (date, serial numbers, proof marks), except for ...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 …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.1917 DWM WWI MILITARY GERMAN LUGER WITH BRITISH MARKINGS. Seller: misterluger (FFL) misterluger (FFL) Gun #: 986532640. $2,500.00. 9 Image(s) 1916 EFURT MILITARY GERMAN LUGER WITH BRITISH PROOF MARKS. Seller: misterluger (FFL) misterluger (FFL) Gun #: 975096124. $2,900.00. 9 Image(s)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 ...Learn about the Luger pistol, a German-made semi-automatic firearm with a distinctive toggle-joint mechanism and a V-shaped rear sight. Find out how to identify, value and research your Luger pistol with WorthPoint's online resources and price guide.Here are the details: 1) Marked DWM on toggle. 2) No date on receiver near barrel. 3) Chambered in .30 Luger. 4) Four-digit serial number with italic "f" suffix on receiver below barrel, with all matching last 2 digits on side plate, receiver, extractor, behind rear sight, on safety catch, etc. etc. 5) 4 inch barrel (from tip to chamber) 6 ...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.

This is a complete overview of the production and evolution of the Luger P.08 pistol from before WW1 to after WW2. We cover the design choices as they change...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.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.1 Mar 2022 ... This marking on the Luger looks like machine cut, and since we see multiple of these Lugers, they are probably cut with a pantograph, in ...One of the most sought after Military surplus firearms, the Luger P08 Served the German Army from 1908-1945 and beyond with Police until the 1980's. Thanks t...

May 9, 2013 · Re: DWM Luger manufacture date. Based on some minimal research it appears your luger was made between 1906 and 1914. Here is the direct info from the website. The info is based on the marking above the serial number. "German commercial proof. Found on some commercial Lugers of the 1906-1914 era. A few Lugers manufactured by Krieghoff have a ...The German Luger pistol is a wonderful piece of history. The Luger was the standard issue sidearm of the German army through World War I and World War II, e...…

Reader Q&A - also see RECOMMENDED ARTICLES & FAQs. The Mauser P-08 is a magazine-fed, semi-autom. Possible cause: 1494 posts · Joined 2006. #3 · Mar 4, 2021. Your Luger was produced in early 19.