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judorichard · 12-18-2009, 06:18 AM

Hi. I just bought a Luger P08. I have been wanting to own one for years. I just went with what I could afford (it cost $691 plus shipping). I think it was relatively cheap because not all the numbers match.

It has an anchor on the back of the grip. Above this is an "M" and below it is "N.99." What do these markings mean? I assume the anchor means it's Navy issue.

There is a "G" stamped on top of the receiver. "S/42" is also stamped on top. I did a little research and I believe G means it was produced in 1935 and S/42 means it was manufactured by Mauser. Is that correct?

I figure this will be my "shooter" to play with and not have to worry about damaging it and losing it's value.

Any comments or advice for a first-time Luger owner would be appreciated.

Can't wait for it to arrive!

Richard.

12-18-2009, 06:18 AM	#1
judorichard New User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 3 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	New to forum Hi. I just bought a Luger P08. I have been wanting to own one for years. I just went with what I could afford (it cost $691 plus shipping). I think it was relatively cheap because not all the numbers match. It has an anchor on the back of the grip. Above this is an "M" and below it is "N.99." What do these markings mean? I assume the anchor means it's Navy issue. There is a "G" stamped on top of the receiver. "S/42" is also stamped on top. I did a little research and I believe G means it was produced in 1935 and S/42 means it was manufactured by Mauser. Is that correct? I figure this will be my "shooter" to play with and not have to worry about damaging it and losing it's value. Any comments or advice for a first-time Luger owner would be appreciated. Can't wait for it to arrive! Richard.

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