question regarding 7.65 mm Luger marked "1937"

Vlim · 01-25-2009, 08:23 AM

Hi,

Is there a marking on the center toggle link? This area is usually used to identify the maker.
Of course, a gun can be put together from parts, so it's not a complete guarantee.

A chamber date of 1937 points towards a German military receiver, either made by Mauser (most likely) or Krieghoff. Since Mauser made no military pistols for the German army in 7,65 para, the barrel or receiver is most likely to be a replacement.

In this case as well: Photos will help!

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01-25-2009, 08:23 AM	#3
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,053 Thanks: 1,036 Thanked 3,991 Times in 1,205 Posts	Hi, Is there a marking on the center toggle link? This area is usually used to identify the maker. Of course, a gun can be put together from parts, so it's not a complete guarantee. A chamber date of 1937 points towards a German military receiver, either made by Mauser (most likely) or Krieghoff. Since Mauser made no military pistols for the German army in 7,65 para, the barrel or receiver is most likely to be a replacement. In this case as well: Photos will help!