My 1942 byf...barrel query...

palisadesjim · 02-03-2014, 09:56 PM

I am pleased to join this forum. Thank you. Residing in SoCal. I purchased a 1942 byf P-08 about 30 years ago...as I recall, the gun dealer (in Ohio) stated that it was "Arsenal Refinished." It's in very nice condition...the "Gesichert" is still white, all the numbers clear.
It has all-matching numbers, though the two mags are likely not original as the Luger's serial number has been stamped in both, each mag having a "1" and "2" stamped above the serial number. No other proofs whatsoever.
My principle question is about the BARREL It does not have the original Eagle on the right-rear, but a stamp like the ones in the accompanying proof example I have attached...located on the BOTTOM rear of the barrel. They are East German proofs from what I have surmised , and the letter below the crest is an "N". This code follows: "E.C.C.S.A PEN SA"
It looks just like a Luger barrel, but upon close inspection with a magnifying glass, it's obvious it is not the original barrel.

Just wondering if my suspicions are correct..? An East German refurb with a new barrel and new mags..? And the accompanying proof chart indicates early 1950's. (Actually...1950) The chart says.."E. German/Suhl" I suppose they were the refurbisher, maybe this Luger was used in East Germany...police..?

Would like to hear some opinion on this...there do not appear to be any other marks I'd consider import markings. Thank you. jstlekas@aol.com

02-03-2014, 09:56 PM	#1
palisadesjim New User Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	My 1942 byf...barrel query... I am pleased to join this forum. Thank you. Residing in SoCal. I purchased a 1942 byf P-08 about 30 years ago...as I recall, the gun dealer (in Ohio) stated that it was "Arsenal Refinished." It's in very nice condition...the "Gesichert" is still white, all the numbers clear. It has all-matching numbers, though the two mags are likely not original as the Luger's serial number has been stamped in both, each mag having a "1" and "2" stamped above the serial number. No other proofs whatsoever. My principle question is about the BARREL It does not have the original Eagle on the right-rear, but a stamp like the ones in the accompanying proof example I have attached...located on the BOTTOM rear of the barrel. They are East German proofs from what I have surmised , and the letter below the crest is an "N". This code follows: "E.C.C.S.A PEN SA" It looks just like a Luger barrel, but upon close inspection with a magnifying glass, it's obvious it is not the original barrel. Just wondering if my suspicions are correct..? An East German refurb with a new barrel and new mags..? And the accompanying proof chart indicates early 1950's. (Actually...1950) The chart says.."E. German/Suhl" I suppose they were the refurbisher, maybe this Luger was used in East Germany...police..? Would like to hear some opinion on this...there do not appear to be any other marks I'd consider import markings. Thank you. jstlekas@aol.com Attached Thumbnails