This is a very scarce example of an early first-sub-variation, Mauser, "K" date code military Luger pistol with a matching magazine. This series of luger was manufactured for the German Army in 1934 and represented the first true Nazi Army contract luger pistol. These early pistols had an extremely low survival rate as most saw extensive service in the early days of the Nazi regime especially on the Eastern front. The sub-variation one, K-date lugers are found in the serial number range of "1-1700" out of the total estimated 10,930 K-date Luger pistols actually produced. These rare first sub-variations are identified by the Script "S" on all the parts to include the "S/42" markings. The chamber has the standard Script "K" mark, with noted Script "S/42" on top of the front toggle. This example is also properly stamped with the additional script "S" proof on the various other parts to include; the trigger, takedown lever, side plate, safety, toggle assembly, extractor, magazine release button, breech block and barrel extension. The German Army boxed "O/37" acceptance proofs along with an early Mauser Eagle firing proof are located on the right side of the barrel extension. The pistol has one matching type 1 army magazine with a nickel-plated body and aluminum base. The base is stamped at the top with a large Script "S" proof, followed by serial number "843/boxed O/37" proof. It has a rust blued finish with straw colored smaller parts with checkered wooden grips.

Very fine with 98% of an old professional restoration that has now taken on a very nice aged look. The smaller parts retain 70% of their straw colors overall. The grips are in very fine condition with nice distinct checkering overall showing only minor handling marks with some wear across the tops of the checkering towards the front edges. Mechanically excellent. A very nice looking representative early Nazi K-Date luger pistol.