Except for a few of the very early ones, all military were required to have the date stamped on the chamber, even if it was a coded date, like a G, P, S, or a K. Then look at the serial number. four digits with or without a letter suffix is usually military. Commercial had five digits. But the real proof is look for a crown N. We call that a C/N. usually on the left side of the receiver and underside the barrels. Early ones were on their side. A lazy C/N. Lastly, if it was for import to the USA, there will be 'Germany', or 'Made in Cermany' stamped somewhere on it.
Most common DWM commercials in this country are the 1920 series, or as it is called now the alphabet series. They had military style serial numbers, but the C/N and Germany stampings. With a serial number and suffix it is possible to tell what year it was made.
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Last edited by FNorm; 09-25-2009 at 02:41 PM.
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