This is an excellent example of a desirable DWM Model 1900 "American Eagle" commercial Luger pistol. These pistols were the true first commercial contract Luger pistols produced by DWM and can be found in the 2,000-20,000 serial number range, with this specific pistol falling about mid way in the production cycle. These pistols were specifically intended for sales in the U.S. market, hence the use of the American Eagle symbol on top of the chamber area with the DWM markings on the front toggle. This pistol has all the early desirable Luger features, such as the early long frame, dished toggles with toggle lock on the right side, recessed breechblock, 4 3/4 inch fast tapered barrel, grip safety, no stock lug, and no hold-open device. In addition this specific pistol has the earlier pattern first style thumb safety that has the long, flat checkered safety lever. They had superb hand fitted parts with the beautiful pre-war high polish rust blued finish with the straw colored small parts with checkered walnut grips. The lower safety area is unmarked and left with the bright polished. It is correctly serial numbered in the commercial fashion with the full serial number on the front of the frame and the underside of the barrel. The front of the frame, is also correctly marked "GERMANY". It is complete with one magazine with the nickel plated body and the unnumbered wooden base.

Excellent with 85% of the original blued finish overall with only minor wear on the edges and high spots overall. The lower rear grip strap has started to fade to a brown patina. The various small parts retain 98% of their straw colors. The grips are in excellent condition overall with nice sharp checkering. The pistol has all matching numbers. A very nice example of a 1900 American Eagle Luger pistol.