Mauser P.08 Luger S/42-Coded Commercial-Proofed 9mm Semi-Auto Pistol (1934-1938)
This Mauser P.08 Luger is an S/42-coded example with a commercial-style crown proof set and an undated chamber configuration associated with the 1934-1938 period. It is a German-made, toggle-locked pistol in 9mm Luger with dark blued steel construction, checkered wood grip panels, and fixed sights. This one is noted as having matching numbers and includes two 8-round magazines along with a leather holster.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. There are minor scratches and small blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Leather holster
- 2x 8-round magazines
Marked with the Mauser code "S/42" on the toggle, this P.08 reflects the undated chamber configuration typically associated with the mid-1930s (1934-1938). The listed German commercial-style crown proofs on the barrel (crown/B, crown/G, crown/U) are consistent with the commercial-proofed description provided.
This pistol uses the classic toggle-locked, short-recoil operating system with the toggle-joint "knee" action, paired with a manual safety. The "GESICHERT" safety marking is present and appears filled/highlighted, making the marking stand out visually.
Externally, it is configured with a dark blued finish on the steel frame and toggle assembly, checkered wood grip panels, and fixed sights with a blade front and notch rear. It is a full-size P.08 pattern pistol with a stated 4-inch barrel.
This example is noted as having matching numbers, with repeated last-two-digits style serial stamps present on multiple parts. It is also import-marked by Simpson Ltd (G’burg, IL) with "SIMPSON LTD G’BURG IL / P-08 9MM GERMANY" listed among the marks.
Two 8-round magazines are included. One magazine is marked "A. MEC-GAR," and the other shows base markings including "2/1001" and "1" over "42972" (as photographed). An 8+1 capacity is stated in the provided information.