American Eagle 1900 (military)

[phoenix]

Datig states that "The only way to distinguish those of the official purchase is the noting of a small Ordinance bomb type marking which may be found on the underside of the receiver just forward of the locking stud. In some cases only the bomb will be found, while in other cases a number may accompany it. The bomb marking may also be seen on the inside of the trigger plate or side plate and in the well in the forward part of the frame between the locking bolt and the feed ramp. Other than this small bomb marking, which does not appear on the outer surfaces of the pistol, there is no other known manner in which the U.S. Government purchase pieces may be distinguished from the other "American Eagle" Lugers" (The Luger Pistol, p.69)

I have just checked my AM 1900 Serial 7431 and it does have the mark (Bomb and "6") on the underside of the receiver just forward of the locking stud that Datig refers to. It also has one (without number) on the inside of the side plate. Please check your pistols and let me know if you find it to.

Cheers,
Steve