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Lot 422:DWM 1917 Dated Artillery Luger Pistol with Board Stock

September 15th, 2013|Rock Island, IL

Lot 422:DWM 1917 Dated Artillery Luger Pistol with Board Stock

September 15th, 2013|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,000 - $3,000

DWM 1917 Dated Artillery Luger Pistol with Board Stock

Blade front and fine-adjustable tangent rear sights, "1917" date on the chamber and "DWM" monogram on the toggle link. Three "crown/ letter" proofs are present on the right side of the barrel extension, with "Imperial Eagle" firing proofs on the extension, barrel and breechblock. Excluding the magazine, externally visible numbers match with proper "GESICHERT" and "GELADEN" markings on the upper safety position and extractor respectively. Checkered walnut grips. Included with the pistol is a board stock, numbered "2096" on the hardware.

ConditionFine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing areas of gray and brown patina, scattered extensive light pitting, edge wear and handling marks. Straw colors have been refurbished. The grips are good, with a small chip absent near the safety lever and a number of small dents, concentrated on the left side. The stock is good, with a deep dent on the left side of the wrist and scattered lighter dents. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerDWM

Model1914 Artillery

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge9 mm

Barrel8 inch round

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL