Holster ID

kittyns · 08-26-2003, 10:40 PM

I have come across a holster with a code stamped on the back E.K.S.t. The last code stamp on the right I'm not sure what it is. It is stamped 1938 and has a eagle over a swastika with WaA101 under the swastika. The holster is not stamped P08 and has a loading tool pouch under the flap.

It is my understanding the three letter codes did not start until mid 1940. If this is a fact, can anyone tell me what these letters mean or if this is an authentic 1938 holster? Thanks, Gary

RockinWR · 08-26-2003, 11:29 PM

Gary,
* From J. Walter's The Luger Book; Entry E27, Pg. 104: "E.K.S.t. = On PT.08; used by Ehrhardt & Kirsten, Taucha-Leipzig; prior to 1940-1".
* Became code "bdq" in Feb., 1941 per Walter's entry B16.
* WaA101 is a recognized Waffen Inspector's Acceptance stamp for Ehrhardt & Kirsten 1934-1941.
* All appears correct for a 1938 dated PT.08 so far.

Wouldn't expect a "P.08" marking as this did not start appearing until 1940 when the P.38 pistol/tausch became a more common issued item.
* I'm sure Gene Bender has also got an "E.K.S.t." entry; but my copy is not readily available right now.
Respectfully,
Bob

Edward Tinker · 08-27-2003, 01:39 AM

Bob, haven't seen you post in a while, missed 'em,

Ed

08-26-2003, 10:40 PM	#1
kittyns New User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hill Country of Texas Posts: 3 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Holster ID I have come across a holster with a code stamped on the back E.K.S.t. The last code stamp on the right I'm not sure what it is. It is stamped 1938 and has a eagle over a swastika with WaA101 under the swastika. The holster is not stamped P08 and has a loading tool pouch under the flap. It is my understanding the three letter codes did not start until mid 1940. If this is a fact, can anyone tell me what these letters mean or if this is an authentic 1938 holster? Thanks, Gary

08-27-2003, 01:39 AM	#3
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08-26-2003, 11:29 PM	#2
RockinWR User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: D/FW, Tx Posts: 279 Thanks: 109 Thanked 31 Times in 16 Posts	Gary, * From J. Walter's The Luger Book; Entry E27, Pg. 104: "E.K.S.t. = On PT.08; used by Ehrhardt & Kirsten, Taucha-Leipzig; prior to 1940-1". * Became code "bdq" in Feb., 1941 per Walter's entry B16. * WaA101 is a recognized Waffen Inspector's Acceptance stamp for Ehrhardt & Kirsten 1934-1941. * All appears correct for a 1938 dated PT.08 so far. Wouldn't expect a "P.08" marking as this did not start appearing until 1940 when the P.38 pistol/tausch became a more common issued item. * I'm sure Gene Bender has also got an "E.K.S.t." entry; but my copy is not readily available right now. Respectfully, Bob