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3279
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$2,875.00
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*RARE GARDE-KURASSIER UNIT MARKED DWM 1910 MILITARY LUGER. SN 3770c. 9mm 4″ bbl. “1910” (first chamber date) above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on right receiver. British proofs on bbl, receiver, and frame. All numbers on gun are matching down to the checkered walnut grips. Hold open added, no stock lug. Proper large digit numbered wood bottom magazine with an Imperial proof does not match. “G.K. 4.2.” (Garde-Kürassier Regiment, Eskadron 4, Weapon #2). The die on the “G” was broken, so it looks more like a “C”. Other examples of this faulty unit mark have been noted on this model. This gun is featured on pp. 483, 625, 1095, 1101, 1103, and 1151 of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess’ The Borchardt & Luger Automatic Pistols. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Fine retaining 95% original blue with scattered light corrosion on both sides and gripstraps that are starting to brown. Retains 80% original straw. Bore is sharp with frosting. Grips are very good with some chips and dings on the checkering. Magazine is very good with some minor chips out of the wood bottom. Mechanics are excellent. 4-52920 BWS138 (2,500-3,500)
Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013 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. |