{"product_id":"1913-erfurt-p08-luger-pistol-matching-magazine-firing-pin-wwi-german-military","title":"1913 Erfurt P08 Luger Pistol | Matching Magazine \u0026 Firing Pin | WWI German Military","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"491\" data-start=\"92\"\u003eExceptional \u003cstrong data-end=\"153\" data-start=\"104\"\u003eImperial German Model 1908 (P08) Luger pistol\u003c\/strong\u003e manufactured by the \u003cstrong data-end=\"198\" data-start=\"174\"\u003eRoyal Erfurt Arsenal\u003c\/strong\u003e and dated \u003cstrong data-end=\"217\" data-start=\"209\"\u003e1913\u003c\/strong\u003e, representing one of the most desirable military sidearms of the First World War. Erfurt-produced Lugers are highly regarded among collectors for their military heritage, extensive inspection markings, and comparatively lower production numbers than their DWM counterparts.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"976\" data-start=\"493\"\u003eChambered in \u003cstrong data-end=\"513\" data-start=\"506\"\u003e9mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this example retains approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"550\"\u003e90% of its original blued finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it outstanding visual appeal while preserving the crisp military character expected from a quality Imperial German sidearm. Adding significantly to its collector desirability, the pistol retains its \u003cstrong data-end=\"826\" data-start=\"794\"\u003ematching serialized magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"865\" data-start=\"831\"\u003ematching serialized firing pin\u003c\/strong\u003e, two components that are frequently replaced or mismatched over more than a century of service and collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1407\" data-start=\"978\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"982\"\u003e1913 production date\u003c\/strong\u003e places this pistol immediately before the outbreak of the First World War, making it a classic pre-war Imperial military Luger that would have accompanied German forces through one of history's defining conflicts. Matching Erfurt examples with strong original finish remain increasingly difficult to acquire and continue to be among the most sought-after variations within advanced Luger collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1409\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1658\" data-start=\"1424\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1462\" data-start=\"1424\" data-section-id=\"1nx7ze6\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1462\" data-start=\"1426\"\u003eImperial German Erfurt P08 Luger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1479\" data-start=\"1463\" data-section-id=\"hvybde\"\u003eDated \u003cstrong data-end=\"1479\" data-start=\"1471\"\u003e1913\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1502\" data-start=\"1480\" data-section-id=\"ousts5\"\u003eChambered in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1502\" data-start=\"1495\"\u003e9mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1548\" data-start=\"1503\" data-section-id=\"uou301\"\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"1548\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003e90% original blued finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1583\" data-start=\"1549\" data-section-id=\"1dyo3cr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1583\" data-start=\"1551\"\u003eMatching serialized magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1584\" data-section-id=\"1wedkqr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1586\"\u003eMatching serialized firing pin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1658\" data-start=\"1621\" data-section-id=\"1dionn7\"\u003eClassic pre-WWI military production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"1660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"1660\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1675\"\u003eThe pistol retains approximately 90% of its original blued finish with honest age and handling wear consistent with military service and long-term preservation. The matching magazine and firing pin significantly enhance its collector appeal. Please review all photographs carefully for overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"1981\"\u003eAn outstanding Imperial German military Luger offering exceptional originality, matching serialized components, and outstanding collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2151\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2151\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e⚔️ Why Shop With Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2272\" data-start=\"2152\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2186\" data-start=\"2152\" data-section-id=\"158mx6v\"\u003eOver 2,500 5-star reviews online\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2234\" data-start=\"2187\" data-section-id=\"tuinp7\"\u003eCarefully researched and curated collectibles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2272\" data-start=\"2235\" data-section-id=\"1gl7g66\"\u003eFast, secure, and reliable shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5004\" data-end=\"5007\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFederal Firearms Transfer Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis firearm is offered for sale in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local firearms laws. Upon purchase, Collectors Crossroads will only transfer this firearm to a verified and legally licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer designated by the buyer. No exceptions will be made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the buyer's responsibility to ensure this firearm is legal to own in their state and locality, as well as to comply with all applicable transfer requirements. Any fees charged by the receiving FFL are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe strongly encourage prospective buyers to visit our showroom to inspect this firearm in person prior to purchase. 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