[hanko]

I'm ignorant as to Lugers specifically, but not too bad with firearms in general. Your expertise would be really appreciated. Here's the story...

I'm assisting the widow of a USMC BG in cataloging and organizing a gun collection. Luger in question was a bring-back; according to widow one of the BG's men took it from a German and presented it to him along with a Luftwaffe dagger. So far, bring-back papers have not been found, if they exist.

Items from the "Luger Identification Form" are:

Toggle inscription: DWM
Chamber inscription: Not present
Toggle knob type: Diamond knurl, with radial kunrl on outside edge
Grip Safety: Not present
Stock lug: Present
Caliber: 9mm
Gryp type: Walnut, checkered, no border
Thumb safety: Safe in rear, marked 'GESICHERT' visible in safe positiion
Marking: Crown over letter 'N' on front left side of receiver. s/n 736xx on bottom front of receiver. Component s/n's all match.
Barel Length: 4-inches
Markings on left edge of extractor: GELARANT (SP?)
Front/Rear sights: Front--dovetailed round front section, straight rear section with serrations. Rear--V notch
Mag Bottom Plug: Walnut, no markings

Miscellaneous...lanyard loop at rear of receiver above grip area.

More than 90% of bluing remains. Bluing is not present inside the receiver. Bluing wear, where present, is from holster...gun was carried a lot but shot very little. Bore has very sharp grooves and lands. Grips are perfect with sharp knurls, though they look like they could use a gentle cleaning. Serial numbers all match. No serial number found on mag. No accessories with gun.

The gun may be for sale, but I won't be sure if it will be for another couple of weeks. Digital camera, unfortuneately, is not available.

Thanks all once again for any help or advise.

Steve Deis
Kuna, ID