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Lot #338

Lot 337: WWII Mauser "42" Code "41" Date P.08 "Black Widow" Luger Pistol

Excellent World War II Mauser "42" Code "41" Date P.08 "Black Widow" Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Numbered Magazine and "41" Date Holster

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Lot 337: WWII Mauser "42" Code "41" Date P.08 "Black Widow" Luger Pistol

Excellent World War II Mauser "42" Code "41" Date P.08 "Black Widow" Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Numbered Magazine and "41" Date Holster

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Estimated Price: $7,000 - $10,000
Price Realized:
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Excellent World War II Mauser "42" Code "41" Date P.08 "Black Widow" Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Numbered Magazine and "41" Date Holster

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: P08
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm Luger
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 4718
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 285
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

This is an excellent example of the iconic World War II production 41/42 code P.08 Luger "Black Widow" pistol. Blade front and notch rear sights, the "41" date on the chamber and "42" factory code on the front toggle link. "Eagle" firing proofs are present on the barrel, breech block and extension, and the barrel and extension are also stamped with "eagle/655" proofs. The frame is stamped "P.08" on the left. The black plastic grips are unnumbered, with the other components matching overall including the aluminum base of the blue magazine. Includes a correct black leather flap holster marked "cxb/41", "P.08", and hand marked "W. ERLEY" with a "eagle/WaA727" proof on the back, and an extra blue magazine with non-matching numbered aluminum base.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retains 98% original blue finish with a few light handling marks and absolutely sharp edges and markings in the metal overall. Grips are also excellent with minimal handling evidence and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. This excellent and desirable World War II 41/42 code P.08 Luger "Black Widow" pistol with matching magazine and matching dated holster is the missing piece in many German military Luger collections!



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