Looking for help and information
 

Hi,

New to Lugers but not guns. Trying to understand what this is, what year model, a value and if it is anything to consider buying.

It is not mine and someone I know has it and they also know nothing about it.

I have included what pictures I have gotten so far.

Is there a date above the chamber? The pistol looks buffed...

DWM with regimental markings...or maybe police???

It's a 1908 first military model and as such it is not dated. The marking on the grip strap, "54.R.11.2." indicates Infantry Regiment 54, 11th Company, weapon number 2.
The pistol would have been made in 1909. The pistol appears to be well worn but with original finish.

There will be no date..it's a 1908 the proofs are on the left side of the receiver. Dang it! George got the jump on me..Just goes to show ya. he's faster AND smarter!

It looks like it has had the holdopen retrofitted. Also looks like it's had a sear change.

The aluminum magazine shown with it is incorrect for the era of the pistol. Should be wood.
Value..it's actually quite difficult to arrive at without opening it up for an inspection of the interior parts, condition, numbers etc. Also one would want to take a look at the inside of the grips. The unit mark makes it desirable..the fact that it''s a 08-09 is good..condition it's in is a pretty big hit..If I were offered this pistol I would feel comfortable offering $700. Some guys will say more but it's pretty marginal for me.