Engraving on German Luger

[DonVoigt]

Originally Posted by rstilley

Don, There are no markings on the barrel. I know it should have serial # but it doesn't. Also, I don't see any markings on the slide plate. Looks to me (as a novice) that the old frame from DMW was used and then someone (maybe Mauser?) refurbished it with Mauser receiver and a replacement barrel and side plate. I assume since it is not all original from DMW that it has little value? Will look forward to your comments. Thank you. Bob

Bob,
the well markings confirm a DWM Frame.
The 42 on the left side of the chamber, indicates a Mauser receiver made as a spare- which explains the lack of numbers and lack of proofing on the right.

Had the receiver been assembled or used as a replacement by the Germans, it would likely have received the 4 digits of the serial number on the left, and acceptance and proof marking on the right.