GUN FALL 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/31/2017
EXTREMELY RARE TURKISH CONTRACT MODEL P-08 LUGER MANUFACTURED BY MAUSER.MAUSERTC/P-088299MMMODERN; C&RCal. 9 mm. 4" bbl. Rust blue finish overall with straw finished trigger safety and takedown lever. 2-pc checkered walnut stocks. Chamber marked with T / C crest with right receiver marked "Emniyet Islerl / Umum Mudurlugu". These extremely rare Turkish contract Lugers manufactured in the mid 1930's with only several examples known to date. Manufactured by Mauser with Mauser banner on rear toggle and appropriate Mauser eagle / 63 proof commonly found on "G" date Lugers of the same period. Extractor marked with "ates" on left side and safety slot marked "emniyet". Aluminum based Mauser inspected mag with number "2" on forward tab, has same eagle / 63 proof. After detailed examination gun has been found to be all visible numbers matching and with appropriate Mauser proofs, including mag. CONDITION: Very fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Mechanics are fine. All visible numbers matching. Straw finish on control levers has possibly been enhanced. An exceptionally rare variation of the P-08 Luger made during the high point of quality for Mauser. 52700-23 TDW (5,000-7,500)