This is a very fine example of a very rare 1902 Danzig Test Luger that was produced by the DWM factory. It is theorized that these pistols were produced for the early Imperial German Army tests at the time the Luger pistol was being considered for acceptance. There were approximately 50 of this model actually produced and they fall into a generally accepted serial number range of approximately 22,240-22,400 with this one being produced in the lower serial number range. These pistol have all the early characteristics of the 1902 design with the dished toggles with toggle lock on the right side, flat recessed breechblock, grip safety, fat barrel with this example being in the 7.65mm Luger caliber. There are no actual factory markings on the toggle link of these Lugers (not even the DWM Logo) except for a small Script letter "D" proof indicating acceptance by the Danzig Arsenal. This proof and the serial number range are the only ways to authenticate these scarce Lugers. On this example the script letter "D" proof is located on the left side of the barrel extension. These pistols were numbered in the commercial manner with the full serial number (22246) on the frame and underside of the barrel with the last 2-3 digits, of the serial number on the various smaller parts. It is fitted with an original, early nickel plated magazine body with a walnut base with a small DWM proof. The pistol is fitted with a set of replacement checkered walnut grips.

Very fine with 87% plus of the original blue finish overall with wear and blue loss on the 50% original straw colors remain. High spots, front of the frame rails and side plate hump, with general thinning on the grip straps. The replacement grips are very nice with nice distinct checkering overall that are slightly oversize. Mechanically excellent. A really nice, high end, and very rare early German Army Danzig Test Luger pistol.