^Lot 1357 WONDERFUL DWM 1902 LUGER CARBINE WITH MATCHING

STOCK. Cal. 30 Luger. S# 24647. Bbl. 11 3/4. DWM 1902 Luger Carbine often considered a holy grail for Luger collectors. Production estimated at approx. 2,500 carbines in the S# range of 21000 to approx. 25000. "B" "U" proofing on left side of bbl. extension, under bbl., with additional proofs on breechblock and forward toggle link. This example SN: 24647 one of the last to be mfg. Standard length 11.75" bbl. with serrated ramp dovetailed bead insert front sight and a 4-position rear sight with numerated segments 1, 2, 3. Blank chamber, with flat breechblock. Intertwined "DWM" on front toggle link. Full SN on frame extension and bbl. with last 2-3 digits on all the usual parts, including the takedown lever, sideplate, trigger, grip safety, breechblock, each segment of the toggle train, bbl. extension lug, and forend. Unnumbered grips with inspection markings. MAGS: x1 correct 8-rd. tin body mag. with unmarked walnut plug. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching stock, with last 3-digits on upper arm of lug. Correct horn buttplate with widows peak and serrated lower surface. Complete with later aftermarket Boyt dark green carrying case, with separate compartments for pistol and stock. CONDITION: 97-98% bright original rust blue with light sharp edge wear in expected places, with handling marks, and minor oxidative flecking on the grip safety. Comparable condition strawed parts showing no enhancement. Grips oil darkened with slight blunting checkering, no cracks or splits. Matching furniture in comparable condition, with the correct forend swivel loose, simply needing tightening. Mirror bore. (26-2692/LMA). CURIO. $9,500-13,500.