9mm vs .30cal Luger

[Dwight Gruber]

Originally Posted by cirelaw

...Why weren't the majority 1920 Luger Carbines made in 7.65mm? I often wondered as most used left-over innards of later new model parts?

Post-war Luger carbines found in the generally recognized (up to three-digit serial range) are found in .30 Luger (7.65mm Parabellum), and bear characteristics indicating they were assembled in Germany This is one result of the requirements of the Treaty of Versailles.

Post-war Luger carbines in the more random serial range are often found in 9mm, and are frequently found with GERMANY stamped barrels, indicating they were assembled in the US.

--Dwight