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MFC · 04-30-2008, 09:17 PM

Jim,
The serial #'s are stamped in the military style and with the stock lug, this Luger had a date on the chamber, (probably 1914 to 1918). It also had proofs on the right side of the receiver. Commercial serial #'s are stamped in the hidden style, not easily seen.
Don't use that mag for shooting... the wood bottom can get brittle after 90+ years and crack from the shock of firing. Navy mags sell for $300 - $400.
Mike C.

04-30-2008, 09:17 PM	#11
MFC User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,237 Thanks: 183 Thanked 281 Times in 162 Posts	Jim, The serial #'s are stamped in the military style and with the stock lug, this Luger had a date on the chamber, (probably 1914 to 1918). It also had proofs on the right side of the receiver. Commercial serial #'s are stamped in the hidden style, not easily seen. Don't use that mag for shooting... the wood bottom can get brittle after 90+ years and crack from the shock of firing. Navy mags sell for $300 - $400. Mike C. __________________ Mike C.