Lithuanian Luger query

Dwight Gruber · 11-04-2003, 10:05 PM

A rather uncommon request, but--I'd appreciate being edified on the subject of Lithuanian contract Lugers.

I have seen one (not really examined yet), and recognize the "Gates of Vilnius" stamp on the top of the breech. If I am informed correctly these have "Frankenschloss, Suhl" on the right frame rail and a passel of Eagle/Somethings stamped horizontally on the right frame and receiver.

Is this accurate? What are the figures under the Eagles? Are there any other identifying marks to look for, what proofs should I expect to see? My understanding is that these are all reworks, are they rust blued or salt blued? What caliber are these guns? What are proper magazines and mag markings for these Lugers?

Appreciate very much the time and thought anyone takes to respond.

--Dwight

11-04-2003, 10:05 PM	#1
Dwight Gruber User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 3,908 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1,330 Times in 435 Posts	Lithuanian Luger query A rather uncommon request, but--I'd appreciate being edified on the subject of Lithuanian contract Lugers. I have seen one (not really examined yet), and recognize the "Gates of Vilnius" stamp on the top of the breech. If I am informed correctly these have "Frankenschloss, Suhl" on the right frame rail and a passel of Eagle/Somethings stamped horizontally on the right frame and receiver. Is this accurate? What are the figures under the Eagles? Are there any other identifying marks to look for, what proofs should I expect to see? My understanding is that these are all reworks, are they rust blued or salt blued? What caliber are these guns? What are proper magazines and mag markings for these Lugers? Appreciate very much the time and thought anyone takes to respond. --Dwight