Erfurt Quiz Anyone?

John Sabato · 06-06-2007, 04:45 PM

This Erfurt has a military history, but was rebuilt/reworked by the firm of Frankenschloss, in Suhl, Germany. The number on the back is probably the unit/armsroom pistol number for the unit whose stamp is on the front strap. It is likely that this pistol was rebuilt for civilian sale since the caliber is 7.65mm. Erfurt was a military arsenal that produced 9mm guns.

This is my best estimate based on what I see in your photos... perhaps one of the other guys may have more insight into the markings on your unusual Luger.

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06-06-2007, 04:45 PM	#2
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,156 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,309 Times in 1,098 Posts	This Erfurt has a military history, but was rebuilt/reworked by the firm of Frankenschloss, in Suhl, Germany. The number on the back is probably the unit/armsroom pistol number for the unit whose stamp is on the front strap. It is likely that this pistol was rebuilt for civilian sale since the caliber is 7.65mm. Erfurt was a military arsenal that produced 9mm guns. This is my best estimate based on what I see in your photos... perhaps one of the other guys may have more insight into the markings on your unusual Luger. Welcome to the Lugerforum. __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

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