First. Thank you both for your help. I am new to Lugers and this is a tremendous help.
I also apologize for my picture quality, all I have here is my EVO cell phone.
I am in Sarasota at the moment where the gun is.
To my knowledge this gun is in original condition and not restored, at least not since WWII when it was relieved from it's prior owner (as the story goes) on the battlefields of Europe. It was in one family since then and last fired in the early 1960's. This gun seems to be in almost pristine condition.
alanint, thanks for your notes on the EWB markings. We had only assumed they were a previous owners initials. I didn't think to look them up. I appreciate the heads up about them.
Mrerick, thank you for your assistance in identifying this piece. As to your questions.
The toggle retention pin seems to be in the white.
I don't see any "halos" about the serial number on the bottom side of the barrel. All cuts seem to be very crisp and sharp. There is very little where on this piece, almost liiks like it was never used. No holster wear is apparent either.
I am a little confused about something you posted. You said it was a commercial marking but the EWB indicates a military use. Were built for the commercial market and later used in the military?
Again thanks.
Lee
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