Mauser P.08 Luger 9mm, 4 in Barrel, 1940-Dated WWII German, Blued, Matching Numbers Except Barrel, Matching Magazine
This Mauser P.08 is a WWII-era German Luger chamber-dated 1940 with classic Army 100 mm (4 in) configuration. It features correct German military proofs, a blued carbon-steel build, and checkered black phenolic (Bakelite/plastic) grips. The front toggle link is stamped S/42—an earlier Mauser code used through 1938—which on a 1940-dated pistol indicates a non-period toggle component. The frame and small parts are matching, the barrel is a non-matching replacement, and the magazine matches the pistol’s serial. Made in Germany and marked with WaA655 acceptance and Reichsadler barrel proofs, it presents as a well-kept, historically significant example.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes visible on the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- 1x 8-round Luger P.08 steel magazine with aluminum base
Chamber-dated 1940 and Made in Germany, this P.08 sits squarely in the WWII production period. It follows the standard Army configuration with a 100 mm (4 in) barrel and 9mm chambering, paired with a blued finish over carbon-steel construction.
Markings are consistent with German military acceptance. The frame bears Eagle/WaA655 Waffenamt acceptance marks, and the barrel shows the Reichsadler/German military eagle proof. The front toggle link is marked S/42, an earlier Mauser code not typical for 1940 production. These proofs and the 1940 chamber date anchor the pistol to its period and origin.
The serials are correct where it matters: the frame and small parts are matching, while the barrel is a non-matching replacement. Additionally, the toggle bears the earlier S/42 code, indicating a non-period toggle component for a 1940-dated pistol. The included magazine is reported to match the pistol’s serial number, adding desirable completeness.
Mechanical features are classic Luger. It uses a short-recoil, toggle-locked, single-action, striker-fired system with knurled toggle knobs, a manual safety, and a loaded chamber indicator. Fixed sights include a front blade and a rear V-notch on the toggle. Checkered black plastic grip panels complete the configuration.