^Lot 213 DWM 1920 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

DWM 1920 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol, #1o, .30 Luger cal., 3.75" barrel, blued finish, straw colored small parts, checkered walnut grips, inverted-"V" front sight, and fixed rear sight with "V"-notched groove. Includes one mismatched magazine with wood base, numbered "1035". Pistol is marked "DWM" on the toggle. Left side of receiver marked "(crown)N" and "MADE IN GERMANY". Upper safety position is marked "GESICHERT", lower position is blank. Visible matching numbers, grips are not numbered. No import marks. Pistol is in fine overall condition, retaining approx. 85% original blue with wear primarily at high points, front and backstrap. Front and backstrap also display some mild frosting. Straw colors are approx. 80%-85%, showing light thinning and toning. Grips are very good, with areas of moderate flattening of the checkering, primarily around the edges. Action operates smoothly, hold open functions properly. Bore is bright with very good, clearly defined rifling. Magazine body shows yellow toning and mostly mild verdigris, heavier on the left side. An interesting pistol, being the first made in the "o" letter block. Est.: $1,500-$1,800. (C&R/PPT)