{"product_id":"untitled-oct15_12-09-40","title":"1918 DWM P.08 Luger 9mm – WWI Imperial German – Non-Matching \/ Arsenal Rework – Sharp Condition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very attractive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1918-dated DWM P.08 Luger chambered in 9mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manufactured during the final year of World War I. The chamber is clearly dated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1918\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the classic DWM monogram on the toggle and period German proof\/acceptance markings visible on the pistol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot numbers matching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and appears to have been through a military or arsenal-type rebuild\/rework at some point in its service life. Because of the mixed numbers, we would consider it a shooter-grade military Luger rather than an untouched collector-matching example. That said, the overall fit and presentation are considerably better than many rebuilt Lugers encountered today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pistol retains strong overall finish with expected edge wear and handling marks from age and service. The checkered wood grips have a very good period appearance, and the small parts, toggle assembly, sights, and controls all present sharply. Mechanically, the pistol appears crisp and functional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Deutsche Waffen- und Munitionsfabriken (DWM)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: P.08 Luger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChambered in 9mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eChamber dated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1918\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWWI Imperial German production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDWM toggle marking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerman military proof\/acceptance markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-matching serial-numbered components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely arsenal\/military rebuild or rework\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheckered wood grips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanyard loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong remaining finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood overall mechanical fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonest service and handling wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive WWI-era military sidearm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lack of matching numbers keeps this out of the premium collector category, but it also makes it an appealing example for someone wanting a genuine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1918 Imperial German Luger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e without paying matching-number collector prices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING TO YOUR FFL!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67703333748813,"sku":null,"price":1900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/C8D93961-57DB-4214-8A0B-09EEC2CAECFA.jpg?v=1792080602","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/untitled-oct15_12-09-40","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}