Germans using M1911's?

Thanks Matt, I could be wrong but in general many photos are incorrectly captioned and I have learned the hard way to really investigate what I think I see! Mace, you story is Classic! You thread wraps up what I have found to be the typical experience of the combat GI in regards to captured pistols. I will point out that the policy enforcement and procedures of handling captured weapons varied greatly between units (at all levels) and it is impossible to state a hard rule. Many, Many thousands of pistols made their way to the states without any paperwork. IMO Luger Collectors (which I am one) tend to be a very closed minded group when it comes to what is "right", "Collectable" etc.. this is a shame. For instance if one was collecting on a theme of "occupation" era captured material, a GI European nikel plated Luger or P 38 would be a great example to have. Everything must be examined in the context it is to represent.