I'druther be lucky than smart

Imperial Arms · 04-26-2003, 10:59 PM

Hello Tom,

Usually, the serial number of an early 1904 Navy Luger magazine would be stamped on the wood base and not on the metal body. A 1904 Navy magazine would also be stamped with a Crown/M proof. I have observed both characteristics on the matching magazine for serial #36.

Nevertheless, your discovery is exciting indeed and it might be better than the magazine that accompanied your Navy Luger as long as it is in better condition. It might be useful to study more early Navy magazines until you make a final choice.

Cheers,
Albert

04-26-2003, 10:59 PM	#3
Imperial Arms Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Malta, EU Posts: 579 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Hello Tom, Usually, the serial number of an early 1904 Navy Luger magazine would be stamped on the wood base and not on the metal body. A 1904 Navy magazine would also be stamped with a Crown/M proof. I have observed both characteristics on the matching magazine for serial #36. Nevertheless, your discovery is exciting indeed and it might be better than the magazine that accompanied your Navy Luger as long as it is in better condition. It might be useful to study more early Navy magazines until you make a final choice. Cheers, Albert