This is an attractive example of a desirable 1923 Commercial Luger. These 1923 model Lugers fall into a specific serial number block that ranged from approximately 73,000 to 96,000 with this one falling at the high end of that serial number block. These were usually made from newly manufactured parts that were for sale both inside Europe and the United States. The top of the chamber area is blank and it has the standard DWM logo on the front toggle. The barrel extension, underside of the barrel and left side of the breechblock have only a single "Crown N" commercial proofmark. The front of the frame is the only part that carries the full serial number (81572) with the remaining visible numbers matching. It has the standard inverted "V" front sight with the standard notch cut rear sight. These pistols have a rust blued metal finish with the straw colored small parts, with standard checkered walnut grips. It is complete with one nickel plated magazine with a correct unmarked wooden base.

Very fine with 90% plus of the original blue finish with edge and high spot wear overall. There is some slight thinning on the center section of the barrel, and the blue has dulled slightly overall. The various small parts retain 90% of their straw colors overall. The grips are in near excellent condition with nice checkering on both sides with some minor light pressure dents. The right side grips shows a slight age crack just starting to develop on the back side, but doesn't show on the outside. The pistol has clear sharp markings and the various parts all match. A very nice example of a late 1923 commercial Luger pistol.