*◊ RARE 3-DIGIT GERMAN ARMY MACHINE GUN DETACHMENT SPECIFICATION DWM 1906 9MM LUGER.

SN 229. 4″ 9mm bbl that is “BUG” proofed and has the full 3-digit SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. “BU” proofed front and center toggle links and receiver. Grip safety. All numbered parts are matching down to the checkered walnut grips. Proper plain wood bottom magazine. Frame has unique 3-digit number in a larger than normal font 2.8 mm high identical to that of the first German Army issue Luger pistols, 220 of which were purchased for training purposes in 1907. A few additional pistols were produced to the 1907 Machine Gun Detachment contract specifications and in the continuation of their serial number range (1 – 220) above 221 but with the hold-open which was excluded from the military guns. This gun is featured on p. 312 of The Borchardt & Luger Automatic Pistols by Joachim Gortz & Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Excellent. Retaining 97% orig blue with some light pitting and fading on grip straps and trigger guard. Orig straw is about 80%. Bore is lightly worn with light frosting. Grips are lightly worn with minor chips and dings to checkering. Magazine is excellent with very little wear. Mechanics are excellent. 4-52882 BWS18 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 3114

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3114	$5,750.00	◊ RARE 3-DIGIT GERMAN ARMY MACHINE GUN DETACHMENT SPECIFICATION DWM 1906 9MM LUGER. SN 229. 4″ 9mm bbl that is “BUG” proofed and has the full 3-digit SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. “BU” proofed front and center toggle links and receiver. Grip safety. All numbered parts are matching down to the checkered walnut grips. Proper plain wood bottom magazine. Frame has unique 3-digit number in a larger than normal font 2.8 mm high identical to that of the first German Army issue Luger pistols, 220 of which were purchased for training purposes in 1907. A few additional pistols were produced to the 1907 Machine Gun Detachment contract specifications and in the continuation of their serial number range (1 – 220) above 221 but with the hold-open which was excluded from the military guns. This gun is featured on p. 312 of The Borchardt & Luger Automatic Pistols* by Joachim Gortz & Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Excellent. Retaining 97% orig blue with some light pitting and fading on grip straps and trigger guard. Orig straw is about 80%. Bore is lightly worn with light frosting. Grips are lightly worn with minor chips and dings to checkering. Magazine is excellent with very little wear. Mechanics are excellent. 4-52882 BWS18 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 3114 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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*◊ RARE 3-DIGIT GERMAN ARMY MACHINE GUN DETACHMENT SPECIFICATION DWM 1906 9MM LUGER.