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Unread 09-03-2018, 09:24 PM   #9
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Originally Posted by Dick Herman View Post
Rear toggle sights are relatively common on 1920 era artillery and carbine Lugers. They are not needed but must have been in the original assemblers parts kit.
In that period of time the prime objective was to produce as many pistols as possible before the Versailles Treaty rules were imposed. In 1921 when the IMKK rules were imposed a very limited number of military weapons could be manufactured for the German Army and police.
Under the IMKK rules DWM only produced commercial Luger in .30 caliber with 3 7/8 inch barrels.
Dick,
I must respectfully disagree.
The rear sight on the toggle is useless and any self respecting 'smith or builder can remove it in a few minutes, even with a file.

These commercial carbines have nothing to do with the IMKK.
I doubt any were produced between 1919 and 1921, as Germany was in compete disarray and would not be able to "export" arms during that time. Later in the 1920's , yes. JMHO
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