Latest "re-build" project - A 1906 type frame based shooter
 

I recently acquired a batch of "parts" included were three frames and an upper, and a few other parts.

Not being able to leave parts "un-assembled"; I had to build the frame into a shootable luger.:eek:

The 1906 type frame uses a grip safety, thus requiring different parts from a P 08 re-build.

Thanks to a friend, I was able to get a repaired grip safety and fit it, which was the "key" piece needed. Of course the left grip is special also, being cut out for the grip safety.

I decided to build the '06 in 9mm rather than the usually encountered 7,65mm. I really wanted a 9mm "fat barrel" but so far have not been able to find one. I've researched the frame and as best I can discern it is from the Brazilian(Thanks Ron) contract; could be wrong - but with the features and a serial number of 183 it was the only combination that fit. The frame and saftey are in the original "Up safe" configuration.

Test fired last week, just fine; but I still need a hold open to complete the build.

Frame was "in the white" and bead blasted to begin with; as you can see in the earlier pictures. Later I blued it as you can see.

Doesn't look too bad with a blued upper and frame still in the white. Great work, always happy to see another Luger brought back.

Really good work Don :)

Do you do real bluing? If so, I should ask that the 'baby' look the same and send you an upper :)

Ed

Ed,
It is not "real" bluing; but Van's Blue- best instant or cold blue I've found.
Sometimes one can't tell the difference.

But it is real "strawing"! ;)

Don,
A Bolivian contract Luger is a 1908 pattern without grip safety. The frame is probably Brazilian.

Don, very nice work on that project. Thanks for the photos.

Thanks Ron, of course you are correct, mind bubble on my part.:eek: B is not always B.

The Brazilian contract fits the 3 digit serial number of the frame and other characteristics; Bolivia is an error.

Don, Very nice..the barrel looks a little different to me? Something ..?

Well, Don, you kind of recreated a Portuguese Navy contract(1906 frame 9mm 4" barrel). Now you only need to fake, either the "Crown & Anchor" or the "R.P. & Anchor, both being scarce varieties. :evilgrin:

Good eye Jerry, the bbl is a commercial or aftermarket or something, not original luger; the diameter and curve to the flange is noticeably different.

Kurusu,
adding markings is a "no-no" in my book = fake. :mad:

But you are correct, pretty much a Portuguese style.:thumbup:

You know I was joking, right? :eek:

I knew You were joking, no offense intended;

but some folks seem to think it is ok.:soapbox:

Or a Portuguese M2, maybe?
Nice project!

Yes, the M2 is also a good possibility. I had South America stuck in my head and didn't consider Portugal :bowdown:

Ron, no problem. (joking here) I hate it when that happens to me. :typing:

In my quest to improve my Luger knowledge, I continue to don't know what I don't. But, I am learning.

Thanks guys,
I'm sure it is which ever one is more valuable!:thumbup:

Perhaps some day I'll "find" a Portuguese or Brazilian receiver; then we will know for sure.:p

Considering the low number, could even be a Portuguese Navy frame (it would have to be from a crown & anchor).