This is a fine Luftwaffe contract Krieghoff P.08 Luger that was manufactured in 1936. It is estimated that during 1936 only a total of approximately 7,400 Luger pistols were manufactured by Krieghoff, inclusive of "S" and "1936" marked pistols. The only official Luger supplier of the Luftwaffe, Krieghoff's output showed a fit and finish more in line with a fine commercial pistol than a military weapon and rate among the nicest contract Lugers manufactured. Fixed sights, with a full "1936" date on the chamber and the front toggle marked with the 1936 "C-2" pattern Krieghoff logo. Matching serial numbers are present on the barrel, frame, extension and some small parts, with "Krieghoff Eagle/2" acceptance proofs on the barrel, frame, breechblock and receiver, and the "Eagle" firing proof on the barrel, extension and breechblock. The barrel also has the "881" internal diameter mark on the underside. Fitted with straw colored small parts, niter blue screws and pins, a set of brown checkered grips, and a nickel finished alloy base magazine marked "eagle/655". includes an "Eagle/2" Luftwaffe proofed black leather flap holster marked "P.08" on the back and a faint Schmalkalden 1937 makers mark on the interior.

Excellent, with 90% of the blue finish, showing bright wear on the high edges, areas of gray patina and mild handling marks. 75% bright original straw color is present on the small parts, with 60% of the original niter blue visible on the screws and magazine catch. The grips are also excellent, with a few light dings and dark spots. The holster is good with light scratching, scuffs and cracks. The hold open functions with a different magazine (not the included magazine), otherwise mechanically excellent.