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DWM is the acronym for Deutches Waffen und Munitionsfabriken and is the maker of the luger. The barrel length is typical for post-ww1 lugers. The official caliber is 7.65mm and many were made in that caliber in the 1920s for US and other commercial sales. It is reportedly a very good round. The "44" is the last two digits of the numerical portion of the pistol serial number. The full serial number is on front of frame and ends in a letter. That letter would tell a lot about the origins of this luger.


The lack of a date and other characteristics plus the number manufactured suggests it is a 1920s commercial luger. Look for a crown over an N on left side. There are several sub-varieties.


Congratulations on having a great piece of history.

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