1916 Imperial Luger


This is a beautiful example of the 1914 Model *DWM* (Deutsches Waffen Und Munitionsfabriken Co) Manufactured Pistole-08. The chamber marking represent the military contract year of production and this example is a 1916 dated Luger. this is a full rig with an all matching 1916 dated Luger, a 1916 dated holster, a 2nd magazine, loading tool, period belt and Imperial belt buckle. (953) This Luger is being offered for $3,275.00 over the counter.

This is a completely matching, 1916 dated, DWM *(Deutsche Waffen und Munitions Fabriken)* WWI Imperial Luger with a matching magazine, an Imperial holster, a loading tool, 2nd period magazine, belt and buckle. This Parabellum is chambered for 9mm and has a standard 4" barrel (100mm) with fixed sights and walnut grips. This WWI Luger manufactured for standard issue firearm to the German military. A very unique specimen in good condition with a lot of history in a 93 year old gun.

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This was a battlefield pick up by a great uncle of the seller who was reportedly with the 104th Field Artillery Regiment within the 27th (New York) Division in WWI. The story was that he was re-assigned upon arrival in France to the infantry and was with the Division for the Somme Offensive in September 1918 as a machine gunner.

The barrel length is 4" (100mm) and is chambered for 9mm. The serial number appears on the front of the frame, on the left side of the receiver, on the side plate sear and trigger. This Luger is all matching including the magazine. This Luger bears a stock lug and a hold-open.

The very early proofs of the Germany military acceptance. 1910 was the first recognized year of military contract markings. Approximately 17,000 1910 dated Lugers were reported manufactured. There was no reported 1910 models manufactured by the Royal Arsenal at Erfurt.


The 1914 Model Luger is characterized by the 9mm 4" (100mm) barrel, the rear "V" cut fixed and front dovetailed sight and the frame with the stock lug. These series of Lugers were produced from 1914 until 1918 for the German Military. This Parabellum has all matching numbers. The thumb safety is marked "Gesichert" and when exposed (safety down) means safe.

The extractor is marked "Geladen" on the left side and the safety is marked "Gesichert" with the safe position being downward. The proof marks are the amazing story of this guns. Telling us the gun served in WWI and shows the honest wear from the Battlefield.

The rig is show with the brass (regarded as Dress) belt buckle which was in some instances painted for the battle front. Also shown but not included with the purchase are some WWI DWM steel jacketed 9x19mm ammunition.

The inside of the gun is clean and well cared for. The exterior shows honest wear on the muzzle, barrel and high points on the sides. The barrel is shiny and shows distinct lands and grooves.

Serial number placement is in the military ("exposed") style; displayed on the left side of the receiver, the side plate, the locking bolt, the sear bar safety, the extractor, the forward toggle link, the front of the frame, under the barrel, and on the side of the trigger.
Here you can see the dated Saddle Maker's proof and the loading tool pouch and tool in the holster.
DWM followed the policy of numbering 1-10000, 1a-10,000a then a production run of 17,000 would only reach into the "b's". However the 1908 1st Issue models began the numbering and ran through 4828b at which point the 1910 date was added to the chamber.


It is entirely subjective to give any Luger a rating of excellent or fine, just as it is to declare it xx% blued or strawed. We strive to provide pictures so you can judge for yourself if the gun meets your criteria. If you need more information about the gun to make your decisions then email josef@phoenixinvestmentarms.com

This is a excellent example of the 1914 Model Parabellum that comes with the battle field rig of holster, loading tool, extra matching magazine and an Imperial belt and buckle. A 1916 Chamber date for the Imperial Army, in a full rig, nearly 100 yrs old. are difficult to find and this one comes in very good condition. This Luger is being offered for $3,275.00 over the counter.

The combined production for DWM during the war years is only estimated at 740,000. This was extraordinary for this period when each Luger was individually machined and hand fitted and proofed. The war destroyed vast quantities and these 90 yr old guns that have survived today are treasured in collections throughout the world.

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