This is an excellent example of an original pre-WWI, Model 1906 DWM First Issue/altered Imperial, German Navy Luger. These were the regulation pre-WWI Imperial German Navy issue Luger as used all the way through WWI and even into the Weimar era. These are still a scarce variation as it retains its six-inch barrel as almost all were reworked or destroyed under the Versailles treaty after WWI. This series of Navy Luger has the standard grip safety, with the altered second pattern (upper) marked safety with no chamber date. The left side of the barrel extension has the double Crown over "M" proofmarks with the smaller Imperial "Crown" firing proof, that is repeated again on the left side of the barrel. The frame and underside of the barrel are both correctly numbered with the full serial number (2221). The last two digits of the serial number (21) are correctly stamped on the various small parts. The back grip strap is unit engraved: "W.W./551". As noted this Luger retains its original original issue, matching Navy magazine that has the nickel plated body with the wooden base with the concentric circles on the ends. It is correctly stamped length wise on the wooden base with the serial number (2221) with the matching property marks "W.W.551", on the spine.

Excellent with 97% of the blue finish overall with wear and finish loss on the edge and high spots. The various small parts retain 80% of their arsenal refurbished straw colors overall. The grips are excellent with nice distinct checkering on both sides with some minor handling marks and a couple of light pressure dents. As noted this early Navy Luger has all matching numbers to include the magazine. Excellent condition 1906 Naval Lugers are extremely hard to find!