Johnny,
Firstly, on page 108 of 'Lugers at Random' shows a Model 1906 'GL' Presntation Luger with 'MM' on the chamber serial #10158B. This proves that the 10000B serial range was spread over at least four years or more. Secondly, I own an original first issue 1910 Abercrombie & Fitch sales catalog which lists a 1902 Luger carbine for $45.00. As a small note, it also lists a 1900 Commercial with a 4 3/4" slim barrel in caliber 7.65 mm for $25.00. Therefore, it is not to late in the 55000C (1906 era) serial range for a presentation Luger carbine to be produced by DWM. Obviously, more serial number research is required and I do not discount the 55000 B-C suffix serial range for presentation Lugers around 1906-08
Albert
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