Mauser 1937 S/42 Pistole 08 Luger – 9mm, WWII Army Contract, Salt-Blue Finish
Built at Mauser’s Oberndorf factory in 1937, this S/42-coded Pistole 08 represents the mid-war evolution of the iconic Luger. All visible parts carry matching serial number 1138, and the pistol retains its original salt-blue finish, brown phenolic grips, and eagle/63 Waffenamt proofs that confirm acceptance for German Army service. With production for 1937 limited to roughly 137,000 units, this example offers collectors a correct, period-authentic sidearm from the early years of WWII.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good – intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching, scuffing, and blemishing are present. The barrel and sear are replacements and do not match the pistol’s serial number.
What’s Included
- Mauser Pistole 08 pistol
- 1 x 8-round steel factory P.08 magazine with aluminum base
This full-size Luger features the classic short-recoil, toggle-locked action that made the design reliable and mechanically distinctive. The 3.9-inch tapered carbon-steel barrel, chambered in 9mm Luger, balances quickly while keeping the pistol compact for a duty sidearm.