I need some help on my (first) Luger Purchase.

Grmnshorthair · 07-30-2004, 09:33 PM

I recently purchased a 1917 (stamped on the chamber) 9mm, DWM Luger with a 4" barrel. I Probably paid more than it was worth but it was from a friend. I was just wondering what I have. I have read "The Luger Story" which I found very informative. However, a lot of questions remain unanswered. Can you knowledgeable gentlemen shed a little light on what I have? All of the numbers match with the S/N except of the magazines (2). The serial number is 20xxC. I found no numbers however on the Walnut grips, only some letters. The markings on the right side of the barrel are a Crown/T/Bar, Crown/S, Crown/S and a bird of some sort. There is no safety grip but there is a stock lug. I wound gestimate the condition to be at least 80+% bluing with some minor pitting on the end of the barrel. The holster is in resonably good condition, dated 1918 with Kem Klager & Cie as well as Neu-Ulm. Any guesses on their value? Any information would be greatfully appreciated.

07-30-2004, 09:33 PM	#1
Grmnshorthair New User Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I need some help on my (first) Luger Purchase. I recently purchased a 1917 (stamped on the chamber) 9mm, DWM Luger with a 4" barrel. I Probably paid more than it was worth but it was from a friend. I was just wondering what I have. I have read "The Luger Story" which I found very informative. However, a lot of questions remain unanswered. Can you knowledgeable gentlemen shed a little light on what I have? All of the numbers match with the S/N except of the magazines (2). The serial number is 20xxC. I found no numbers however on the Walnut grips, only some letters. The markings on the right side of the barrel are a Crown/T/Bar, Crown/S, Crown/S and a bird of some sort. There is no safety grip but there is a stock lug. I wound gestimate the condition to be at least 80+% bluing with some minor pitting on the end of the barrel. The holster is in resonably good condition, dated 1918 with Kem Klager & Cie as well as Neu-Ulm. Any guesses on their value? Any information would be greatfully appreciated.