Mauser Luger P08 9mm 4″ Semi Automatic Pistol MFD 1940 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,725.00
LSB#: LSB250512SG149
Make: Mauser
Model: Luger P08
Serial Number: 3044K
Year of Manufacture: 1940, C&R
Caliber: 9mm Luger (9x19mm Parabellum)
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Short Recoil Toggle-Locked, Fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “1940” The toggle is marked “42 / 44” The left side of the barrel is marked “3044” The firing pin assembly is marked “44” The bottom of the barrel is marked “3044” The side plate, take down lever and trigger are marked “44”
Barrel Length: 4”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to a banded base. The rear sight is a “V”-notch integral to the rear toggle link.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This pistol is equipped with two-piece checkered walnut grips. There is minor handling wear. The grips rate in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore but there is stubborn fouling present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 95% of its l metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light operational wear.. The screw heads are sharp, and all pins are unmarred. The markings are sharp and fully legible. Overall, this pistol rates 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 requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol includes one magazine.
Our Assessment: The Mauser Luger P08 remains one of the most iconic and mechanically intriguing pistols of the 20th century. Manufactured in 1940, this example was produced during a period of peak wartime demand and retains its classic wartime configuration with a “42” code toggle and “1940” chamber date. The matching serialized parts (except magazine) and proper inspector numbers add to its collector appeal.
This example has been refinished at some point in its life but still retains sharp markings and a crisp bore, making it an attractive piece for both shooting and display. The P08’s toggle-lock mechanism, distinctive silhouette, and historic roots make it a standout in any collection, particularly for World War II collectors and enthusiasts of German military arms.
Whether you’re an advanced collector looking to fill a 1940 Mauser gap, or a shooter drawn to classic European design, this pistol delivers on both form and function. Please see our high quality photos and good luck on your bid! – M.C.
