Unit mark fever!!

Ron Smith · 10-27-2004, 10:57 AM

I am hoplessly hooked. Thought I would share my affliction.
1917 Artillery.
164th Infantry Reg.,1st Company, weapon #1
1911 Erfurt.
12th Train-Battalion,3rd Sanitats Co. Weapon #223. X'd out
108th Saxon Fusiliers Reg. Honor name "Prince George" 2nd Co. weapon #19. X'd out.
98th Infantry Reg. 8th Co. Weapon #11
1908 1st Issue.
12th Jaeger Reg. Staff pistol (no Co.#) weapon #10.
Of a data base of 853 unit marked pistols. Only 15 are Jaeger marked. A very rare mark. As per Jan Still.

Edward Tinker · 10-27-2004, 11:07 AM

Very sweet and nice guns!

I like how you bolded the wording so it was easier to read! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />

Ed

Ron Smith · 10-27-2004, 11:11 AM

Continued..
1921 Reichswehr (Army) Only approx. 10,000 out of 50,000 went to the Army. All others were Police issue.
15th Co. 3rd Artillery Reg. Weapon # 53
Another 1921 Reichwehr(Army issue).
2nd Eskadron, 1st Reiter (cavalry) Reg. weapon # 46. A another very rare unit mark. As per Mr Still.
I also have a 99th Infantry marked 1914 DWM, that is presently visiting "Thor" for alittle expert therapy.
Just thought I would share my affliction with those members who share it.

Ron

Frank · 10-27-2004, 01:42 PM

Ron, I don't share your affliction, but I do congratulate you on some very nice Lugers!! Happy Hunting!!

policeluger · 10-27-2004, 01:52 PM

Ron, there is no cure.....nice collection.

the gunman · 10-27-2004, 02:08 PM

Very nice Ron .when I learn to post will list some of mine.I to have this affiction

Ron Smith · 10-27-2004, 02:26 PM

Thanks Guys, I appreciate the compliments. I figure when I get 100 pistols, I'll start looking for #101.

Ron

jimmiej · 10-27-2004, 04:08 PM

I share your interest. Imagine where these were? Jim

Ida-Alp · 10-27-2004, 06:26 PM

Ron--Can you explain what C. E. I. 571 signifies?? Thanks--Al

Ron Smith · 10-27-2004, 06:31 PM

Al is it on a pistol? If so, is it on the grip strap? I will have to wait until I get home this evening to look it up. Will get back to you if I find it.
Ron

Hugh · 10-27-2004, 08:05 PM

Ron,

Quite interesting! I have a 1911 Erfurt SN 2607 marked 12 T.S.1.205 (12 Train Battalion 1st Sanitat Co. weapon #205) which has been "X" out and remarked 102.R.61 (102 Inf. Reg, 6th Co, weapon #1). This gun was formerly owned by Jan Still, and is featured in his 1999 calender. <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" />

Pete Ebbink · 10-27-2004, 08:13 PM

Hey Ron,

Mere Lugers with graffiti... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />

I jest, of course...very nice little collection. Thanks for posting...

I may have a lead on a very nice WWI holster (for 4") with unit markings...I will know more in a few days. Will send ya a PM with the info. then...

Those Lugers of yours look like butt-naked ladies...

Regards,

Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

Ron Smith · 10-28-2004, 08:50 AM

Jimmie and Hugh, It's kind of interesting to think about where these 1911s were. And to think that they could have been in the same room together at some point 90 years ago.

Pete, I have a 98th Infantry unit marked 1915 dated holster for the 1911. And have proper dated holsters for all, but the 1914 that Ted is fixing for me. That's why I was hot after the 1914 that was on ebay, that went for $300+. Too rich for my wallet.
The 1914 came in a scarce 6th Dragoon 1910 dated holster. Jan Still has a matching pistol. And wanted the holster.
I would be interested in what you find.

Ron

Ron Smith · 10-28-2004, 08:58 AM

Al, I can't find a reference for the C.E.I marking. If the C is actually a G. It could change the whole picture. Can you post photo of the marking?
Ron

Ida-Alp · 10-28-2004, 09:31 AM

Thanks Ron--I posted some pics for you and hope to get some clearer ones today. This pistol was taken off a German soldier and is part of a display I'm researching for a museum.--Al

Ron Smith · 10-28-2004, 12:00 PM

Al, If you are having trouble posting the photos? E-mail them to me.

ronald.smith8@att.net

Ron

lugerholsterrepair · 10-28-2004, 12:58 PM

Those Lugers of yours look like butt-naked ladies... Pete, I think the proper term is BUCK naked. If the Lady is disrobed, it stands to reason her butt is naked. If what you say is true, you are in serious need of a therapist! Seek help! Luger Porn...What will we think of next? Where does it end?

Seriously, Nice display Ron...Thanks for sharing. Jerry Burney

Ron Smith · 10-28-2004, 02:14 PM

END!!!?

Jerry, Thanks Bud, I'm getting a pretty good accumulation going. Hope I can afford some more. Always looking.
Ron

George Anderson · 10-28-2004, 05:00 PM

Ron, good work. Time for me to start looking after myself.

Ron Wood · 10-28-2004, 09:17 PM

I am not completely "hooked" on unit ID Lugers, but I do find them fascinating. Here are a couple I have that you might enjoy.

2 Garde Grenadier-Regiment, Kompagnie 5, Waffe Nr. 6

Bayerisches Infanterie-Division 4, Command/Stab, Waffe Nr. 47

10-27-2004, 11:11 AM	#3
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Continued.. 1921 Reichswehr (Army) Only approx. 10,000 out of 50,000 went to the Army. All others were Police issue. 15th Co. 3rd Artillery Reg. Weapon # 53 Another 1921 Reichwehr(Army issue). 2nd Eskadron, 1st Reiter (cavalry) Reg. weapon # 46. A another very rare unit mark. As per Mr Still. I also have a 99th Infantry marked 1914 DWM, that is presently visiting "Thor" for alittle expert therapy. Just thought I would share my affliction with those members who share it. Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-27-2004, 02:26 PM	#7
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Thanks Guys, I appreciate the compliments. I figure when I get 100 pistols, I'll start looking for #101. Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-28-2004, 08:50 AM	#13
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Jimmie and Hugh, It's kind of interesting to think about where these 1911s were. And to think that they could have been in the same room together at some point 90 years ago. Pete, I have a 98th Infantry unit marked 1915 dated holster for the 1911. And have proper dated holsters for all, but the 1914 that Ted is fixing for me. That's why I was hot after the 1914 that was on ebay, that went for $300+. Too rich for my wallet. The 1914 came in a scarce 6th Dragoon 1910 dated holster. Jan Still has a matching pistol. And wanted the holster. I would be interested in what you find. Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-28-2004, 08:58 AM	#14
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Al, I can't find a reference for the C.E.I marking. If the C is actually a G. It could change the whole picture. Can you post photo of the marking? Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-28-2004, 12:00 PM	#16
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Al, If you are having trouble posting the photos? E-mail them to me. ronald.smith8@att.net Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-27-2004, 10:57 AM	#1
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Unit mark fever!! I am hoplessly hooked. Thought I would share my affliction. 1917 Artillery. 164th Infantry Reg.,1st Company, weapon #1 1911 Erfurt. 12th Train-Battalion,3rd Sanitats Co. Weapon #223. X'd out 108th Saxon Fusiliers Reg. Honor name "Prince George" 2nd Co. weapon #19. X'd out. 98th Infantry Reg. 8th Co. Weapon #11 1908 1st Issue. 12th Jaeger Reg. Staff pistol (no Co.#) weapon #10. Of a data base of 853 unit marked pistols. Only 15 are Jaeger marked. A very rare mark. As per Jan Still. __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-27-2004, 11:07 AM	#2
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,909 Thanks: 1,986 Thanked 4,500 Times in 2,076 Posts	Very sweet and nice guns! I like how you bolded the wording so it was easier to read! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> Ed __________________ Edward Tinker ************ Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV

10-27-2004, 01:42 PM	#4
Frank RIP Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hot & Dry PHX, AZ Posts: 2,078 Thanks: 24 Thanked 163 Times in 87 Posts	Ron, I don't share your affliction, but I do congratulate you on some very nice Lugers!! Happy Hunting!!

10-27-2004, 01:52 PM	#5
policeluger RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ca. Posts: 2,141 Thanks: 8 Thanked 89 Times in 54 Posts	Ron, there is no cure.....nice collection.

10-27-2004, 02:08 PM	#6
the gunman User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Leland NC 28451 Posts: 1,017 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	Very nice Ron .when I learn to post will list some of mine.I to have this affiction

10-27-2004, 04:08 PM	#8
jimmiej User Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 88 Thanks: 16 Thanked 8 Times in 5 Posts	I share your interest. Imagine where these were? Jim

10-27-2004, 06:26 PM	#9
Ida-Alp Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Nampa ID Posts: 116 Thanks: 81 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Ron--Can you explain what C. E. I. 571 signifies?? Thanks--Al

10-27-2004, 06:31 PM	#10
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Al is it on a pistol? If so, is it on the grip strap? I will have to wait until I get home this evening to look it up. Will get back to you if I find it. Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-27-2004, 08:05 PM	#11
Hugh RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Southeast Texas Swamp Posts: 2,460 Thanks: 2 Thanked 165 Times in 64 Posts	Ron, Quite interesting! I have a 1911 Erfurt SN 2607 marked 12 T.S.1.205 (12 Train Battalion 1st Sanitat Co. weapon #205) which has been "X" out and remarked 102.R.61 (102 Inf. Reg, 6th Co, weapon #1). This gun was formerly owned by Jan Still, and is featured in his 1999 calender. <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" /> __________________ *TRUMP FOR PREZ IN '20!*

10-27-2004, 08:13 PM	#12
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Hey Ron, Mere Lugers with graffiti... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> I jest, of course...very nice little collection. Thanks for posting... I may have a lead on a very nice WWI holster (for 4") with unit markings...I will know more in a few days. Will send ya a PM with the info. then... Those Lugers of yours look like butt-naked ladies... Regards, Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

10-28-2004, 09:31 AM	#15
Ida-Alp Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Nampa ID Posts: 116 Thanks: 81 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Thanks Ron--I posted some pics for you and hope to get some clearer ones today. This pistol was taken off a German soldier and is part of a display I'm researching for a museum.--Al

10-28-2004, 12:58 PM	#17
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,848 Thanked 3,099 Times in 1,426 Posts	Those Lugers of yours look like butt-naked ladies... Pete, I think the proper term is BUCK naked. If the Lady is disrobed, it stands to reason her butt is naked. If what you say is true, you are in serious need of a therapist! Seek help! Luger Porn...What will we think of next? Where does it end? Seriously, Nice display Ron...Thanks for sharing. Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

10-28-2004, 02:14 PM	#18
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	END!!!? Jerry, Thanks Bud, I'm getting a pretty good accumulation going. Hope I can afford some more. Always looking. Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

10-28-2004, 05:00 PM	#19
George Anderson Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: VA Posts: 3,592 Thanks: 1,769 Thanked 2,527 Times in 786 Posts	Ron, good work. Time for me to start looking after myself.

10-28-2004, 09:17 PM	#20
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 6,986 Thanks: 1,065 Thanked 5,088 Times in 1,674 Posts	I am not completely "hooked" on unit ID Lugers, but I do find them fascinating. Here are a couple I have that you might enjoy. 2 Garde Grenadier-Regiment, Kompagnie 5, Waffe Nr. 6 Bayerisches Infanterie-Division 4, Command/Stab, Waffe Nr. 47 __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction