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Hi Ron -
Thanks for the Guards Regiment ID..I couldn't find an online reference.
The serial number is 2849a and pls see attached images.
This P08 has had 4 lives. Here's the description text provided by the seller.
"DWM P08 SA Tikka Finland 9mm Luger
Luger P08 in 9mm Luger early variation
DWM made in Germany 1910 before WWI.
serial 2849a
Gun is all correct with two WWII era Finland-made magazines
and perfect Tikka Barrel that is 4.75 inch long
This gun had at least 4 lives:
It was originally issued to German troops evident by Unit markings
and served during WWI
After WWI it was reworked by DWM and reissued to police unit in Germany
as evident by a police magazine safety that was later deactivated and visible on the left side of the frame
It served during WWII in German Army (only way it ended up in Finland)
Captured by Finland Army during WWII and reworked and issued to Finland troops as evident by a new Tikka Barrel in perfect shape and an SA Finn Army mark on the left side of the slide.
Typical of the Finland rework, the sight picture is changed to a square cut which makes it very easy to use at the range
Very interesting conversation starter and a perfect working gun to be enjoyed at the range
Perfect bore and overall perfect shooter it has undergone detailed mechanical review, testing and historically accurate rust blue restoration to factory new condition
Tested and worked fine."

Typically I would avoid a rust blue restored P08 but I made an exception in this case as I know the restorer and his work. I purchased one of the baby Lugers from his shop [ pls see attached 1918 DWM conversion images ] and the detail and craftsmanship are Old-World quality.

regards,
Scott