42 Mauser Chamber Dated 1939

[Sergio Natali]

johnb55

To me your Luger seems absolutely correct, but I double checked "my Bible" Jan Still's book "Third Reich Lugers" (page 65) and I would confirm it.
I think would interesting to see some close up photos taken in natural light in the shade or better still on a cloudy day (always without a flash).

[johnb55]

Hi Ed

The pistol is 9817 r

I like to thank everyone who posted information. What this has shown me is a need for a more detailed reference. The book I was looking at is called Luger Variations by Harry E. Jones.

The grips are matching but one has one number double striked on one grip.
Seems like one can always find something on these old guns.
I will post pics of it tomorrow for opinion.

Mag is # 6726 k + waf over 63
Black mag alum bottom

Will also take pics of pistol tomorrow for all

[Eugen]

Johnb55, I have a1939 Mauser "42" serial 9742 t with two "63" military stamps. Welcome to the club.

[John Sabato]

Originally Posted by johnb55

The book I was looking at is called Luger Variations by Harry E. Jones.

This was a great book when it was published and to have in your Luger library.... and historically has a lot of good information that was relevant at the time of publication. Mike Jones (the author's son) was kind enough to gift me a copy about a decade ago.

But for the best and latest information, there are many recent publications with the most current information available today. Many were authored by historians that are members of this and Jan Still's forum.

[johnb55]

Finally getting around to posting some pics of the grips. One looks good, ones looks messed with. Has anyone seen grips double stamped originally or just a poor attempt to make them match. More pics of pistol to follow.