Luger id/info please

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Originally Posted by klaus 3338

It is a nice Luger and it was issued to the Bavarian 2. Chevaulegers regiment Taxis first escadron. This cavalry regiment was stationed in Regensburg and saw action. The first escadron was part of the 11. Bavarian Infantry Division during the Great War and saw action on the eastern front 1915 until mid 1916 and than on the western front.
The added photos are showing another Luger of this regiment and a second holster of this regiment.
Thanks for sharing!
Regards Klaus

Great pictures and history! Thanks.

Originally Posted by RichSr

I believe the collector's value will be negatively impacted by the mis-matched takedown lever, but I defer to the experts here.

I was wondering why it had 58 stamped on it.



Any comments on the holster or correct caliber?

Also, I checked and the soldier fought in WWII and brought this luger and a browning 1922 back with him. Both had similar shoulder holsters and spare mags.