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LOT 3426
Desirable DWM Model 1902 American Eagle Commercial
“Fat Barrel” Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial no. 22664,
9 mm Luger Auto cal., 4 inch round bbl., blue/straw finish, walnut grips. The “Fat Barrel” Luger was a very scarce
variation intermixed with standard Model 1902 Luger production, and it is estimated that only about 600 were produced in total. These 1902 Lugers were manufactured in the approximate serial ranges of 22300-22400 and 22900- 23500, with this example being between the two. They were the first handguns chambered for the 9 mm Luger Auto
cartridge, with a 4 inch barrel, and were generally intended for sales outside of Germany. The top of the chamber bears the “American eagle” crest, and “DWM” monogram on the front toggle link. The frame is marked “GERMANY” under the serial number, with
matching serial on the barrel and matching “64” partials on the takedown lever, trigger, side plate, safety, both toggle links (with “664” on the rear toggle), breech block, and extension. Features early recessed breech bolt, unmarked extractor, both the grip and thumb safety, narrow
trigger, and the early dished toggles. The lower safety lever area is polished bright. Magazine is the correct early version with a nickel plated body and walnut base marked “Cal.
9m/m” on the bottom. Fitted with a pair of checkered walnut grips.
CONDITION: Extremely fine overall, retaining 85% plus original blue finish and 70% straw colors, with minor freckling, minor edge wear, limited spotting/pitting, minor brown patina on the grip frame, minor handling marks, and crisp chamber crest. The grips are exceptionally fine with minor compression wear and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 6,000 - 9,000
spring, a pair of checkered grips, nickel finished magazine with unmarked wood base, and a matching numbered detachable shoulder stock with a checkered wrist and a serrated horn buttplate. Includes a leather covered hardwood display case with green felt lining, DWM markings inside the lid, and cut compartments for the pistol, stock and the following included accessories: two unnumbered extra magazines, a brown leather sling, takedown tool, cleaning rod/oiler, and a box of 50 cartridges.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 85% plus original blue finish, showing some light spotting, edge wear and handling marks. The straw colors are strongest on the trigger, fading elsewhere. The furniture is fine, with minor chipping around the magazine catch and light scuffs and dings overall. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent.
Estimate: 8,000 - 13,000
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LOT 3427
Huey Custom Cased DWM Model 1902 Luger Semi-Automatic Carbine with Matching Stock and Accessories - Serial no. 23461, 7.65 mm Luger Auto cal., 12 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut grips. The DWM Luger Carbine was intended as a substitute for the light hunting rifles then available on the market, being highly compact when disassembled and light and easy to maneuver when together. Ramp blade front and 300-meter sliding notch rear sights, with the “DWM” monogram on the toggle. No import markings (neither the classic “GERMANY” nor the later style name and address) nor non-German proofs are visible. Fitted with a checkered Schnabel tip forearm with integral booster