GUN FALL 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/5/2015
EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION DWM 1906 DUTCH EAST INDIES ARMY M11 VARIATION II LUGER. 2994 MODERN; IMPORT Cal. 9mm. 4" Dutch bbl with full SN on bottom and "1939" date on top. DWM scroll on center toggle link. 3-digit matching SN on each toggle assembly link. Crown/W (Dutch Queen Wilhelmina proof) on left receiver. "RUST" marked safety. Extractor marked GELADEN both sides. 3-digit matching SN on sear bar and receiver stop lug. 2-digit matching SN on takedown lever and trigger. 3-digit matching SN on grip safety. Left side of frame has Dutch soldered-on brass unit identification plaque stamped "St.-inf.VIII/6". Proper Dutch wood bottom mag with retaining spring clip. Checkered walnut grips with full 4-digit matching SN on backs of each.
This gun is featured on pp. 558 and 573 of Borchardt & Luger Automatic Pistols by Joachim Gortz and Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Top condition for a Dutch Luger, retains 93% orig Dutch Arsenal blue with fading on sideplate and scattered light corrosion. Dutch Arsenal straw is 85%. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Mag is near new with very little wear overall. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. 43475-631 BWS24 (3,000-4,500)