I have a Luger in the shop. Replacing the retainer spring and giving it a good once over for long term storage for my client. With his permission I am seeking some information as I am not too familiar with the historical aspects of these fine pieces of equipment. Please view photos. If anyone could provide some insight it would be much appreciated. It is slightly different from others I have seen.
- SN# 82XX
- Stamped 1942
- Has Nazi German markings in many locations
- We have the original holster, takedown tool, and extra magazine which all have their own spots in the holder itself.
Here is the kicker. He also has the "AG USFET Form No 33" Certificate stating it was examined by the US government as captured enemy equipment and signed off in the possession of the new owner at that time. The certificate is dated June 5, 1946. And from the "Headquarters United States Forces European Theatre"
Also there is another original piece of literature stating the same thing as the "AG USFET Form No 33" but it just says "Certificate" at the top and it is dated Oct 11 1945. But this one is signed off by a different member of the military that the previous form dated from 1946. This certificate is from organization "976 FA BN"
What an amazing piece of history and I am fortunate to have it in my shop. Sure is a humbling experience handling this firearm wonder what it has been through and war it's played a role in.
Thank you in advance
- SN# 82XX
- Stamped 1942
- Has Nazi German markings in many locations
- We have the original holster, takedown tool, and extra magazine which all have their own spots in the holder itself.
Here is the kicker. He also has the "AG USFET Form No 33" Certificate stating it was examined by the US government as captured enemy equipment and signed off in the possession of the new owner at that time. The certificate is dated June 5, 1946. And from the "Headquarters United States Forces European Theatre"
Also there is another original piece of literature stating the same thing as the "AG USFET Form No 33" but it just says "Certificate" at the top and it is dated Oct 11 1945. But this one is signed off by a different member of the military that the previous form dated from 1946. This certificate is from organization "976 FA BN"
What an amazing piece of history and I am fortunate to have it in my shop. Sure is a humbling experience handling this firearm wonder what it has been through and war it's played a role in.
Thank you in advance