Name that Luger

Vlim · 12-26-2005, 03:25 PM

Hi,

There is little doubt in my mind that this pistol underwent a refurbishing program, similar like the VoPo's we know. There is also absolute certainty that no Mauser plant or machinery was used, as it didn't end up in DDR hands.

The VEB Ernst Thaelmann, while being based in Suhl would most probably have used Simson/Krieghoff material or indeed set up her own production facilities (for barrels and assorted small parts). The crown/N on the pistol discussed is in line with the East-German proofing of the post war days.

I doubt that this pistol was made or refurbished BY GMSG, but rather FOR it. Perhaps something of a company security force?

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12-26-2005, 03:25 PM	#1
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,053 Thanks: 1,036 Thanked 3,990 Times in 1,205 Posts	Hi, There is little doubt in my mind that this pistol underwent a refurbishing program, similar like the VoPo's we know. There is also absolute certainty that no Mauser plant or machinery was used, as it didn't end up in DDR hands. The VEB Ernst Thaelmann, while being based in Suhl would most probably have used Simson/Krieghoff material or indeed set up her own production facilities (for barrels and assorted small parts). The crown/N on the pistol discussed is in line with the East-German proofing of the post war days. I doubt that this pistol was made or refurbished BY GMSG, but rather FOR it. Perhaps something of a company security force?