WWI German DWM P.08 P08 9mm Luger 4” Semi-Auto Pistol, MFD 1918 C&R
SOLD FOR: $2,825.00
LSB#: LSB250806RS032
Make: DWM
Model: P.08 Luger
Serial Number: 7895G
Year of Manufacture: 1918
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Action Type: Toggle Action Striker-Fired Semi-Auto, Fed by Removable Magazine.
Markings: The left side of the trigger, sideplate, sear, bar safety, takedown lever, extractor, back of the rear toggle link, the top of the front toggle link, left of the breech-block, left of the striker, and the slide-stop are each marked “95”. The rear toggle is marked with a script “DWM”. The front of the frame under the barrel and the underside of the barrel are marked “7895 / g”. The top of the barrel extension at the chamber is marked “1918” and the left is marked “7895”. The right side of the barrel extension is marked with three crowned script characters and an eagle, the eagle is also marked on the top-right of the barrel and the left of the breech block. The bottom of the barrel is marked “8,83”. The left side of the frame at the safety is marked “GESICHERT”. The bottom of the magazine is marked “7895”.
Barrel Length: 4”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated blade dovetailed to a serrated base fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a “V”-notch in the top of the rear toggle link.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered walnut. The grips have light to moderate handling marks. The checkering is worn smooth in some areas, but is generally well defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued, Small Parts Strawed
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. The rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. There is light fouling in the grooves. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates at a 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 75% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows handling and storage wear. The finish is thinning on the leading edges. The strawed parts have mostly muted or worn to white. There are scratches and oxidization throughout. Most worn areas show discoloration from oxidation. The action shows operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a single 8-round magazine with a wooden base. The magazine has moderate operational wear, scattered surface oxidation, intact feed lips and a strong spring. This pistol also comes with a repro holster with cleaning rod and tool in about Excellent condition. A Luger booklet also comes with this pistol.
Our Assessment: This DWM-made P.08 from 1918 is an authentic, late-war Luger that carries the patina and service wear typical of front-line examples — the matching “7895/g” stamps, DWM script on the toggle, and period crown/eagle proofing anchor it in the final months of Imperial production. The P.08’s toggle-action and ornate proof marks speak to its role as a standard-issue service pistol in World War I; the 9mm Luger cartridge it chambers was introduced around 1902 by Georg Luger and quickly became the principal military and police cartridge for Germany and much of Europe, notable for its flat trajectory and service-era effectiveness. The included period-style magazine, wooden base, repro holster, cleaning rod, tool, and booklet add provenance and completeness to the package.
Cosmetically the pistol presents well for its age, retaining roughly 75% of its original blue with small parts strawed though largely muted toward white in places; there is honest thinning on leading edges and scattered oxidation consistent with service use. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and rates very well at 9/10, and the checkered walnut grips show solid, well-worn character without cracks. With its clear markings, strong bore, and a useful set of accessories, this Luger remains a compelling period piece that sits at the intersection of historical significance and collectible condition. We are no longer offering layaway. Please see our photos and good luck with your bid! -N.P
