Great topic. I have many Luger books, but I find myself consulting these three constantly:
1) Aarron Davis: Standard Catalog of Luger. I understand it's limitations, but this is a great reference guide that has more than once helped me identify an unusual variation. Ashamed it hasn't been maintained and updated.
2) Michael Reese: 1900 Luger U.S. Test Trials: The missing US test trials serial #s (non-Bannerman) are one of the great mysteries of our hobby, and I hope I get to see it solved in my lifetime. I would like to see someone (Ron Wood) write a fresh new book on this subject including the actual Bannerman records and other new information.
3) Noll: The Imperial German Regimental Marking: What a well-done, well-researched book! Not only defines unit markings, but also lists a cornucopia of example unit marked guns.
Clark
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My militaria collection is dedicated to the memory of my Grandfather, Marine Gunnery Sergeant Dave Hill, Jr., wounded in action at The Assault of the Second Marine Division on Betio Island, Tarawa Atoll, 20-23 November, 1943. http://www.tarawa1943.com/pages/casualties%20tarawa.htm
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