1914 DWM Machining Changes
 

On page 36 in Jan C. Still book Central Powers Pistols, it is stated that "the 1914 DWM Luger had a change to the rear of the frame. The upper inner area of the frame above the lanyard was reinforced by maching less material away, which buttressed the impacted area."
I tried to compare two photos to see the difference in this machining, but I am afraid I can't see it, maybe I do not know what to look for. Has anybody any photos of this area before and after the change. Thank You All
Alf.

Alf,

I don't have any direct comparison pictures, but see if these make sense to you.

--Dwight

http://forum.lugerforum.com/lfupload...real_copy1.jpg
http://forum.lugerforum.com/lfupload...real_copy1.jpg

Good photos Dwight... I think this difference is also pictured in Gerard Henrotin's e-book on the Luger Mechanical features if memory serves me correctly (no guarantees!).

Thank You very much Dwight for the photos, they are great help. And I was looking on the outside of the frame:roflmao:

Alf