SOLD - Rare 1902 American Eagle Fat Barrel Luger (23222 - 31825)

Description

6/17/24 - This is a very desirable early Model 1902 "American Eagle" Luger pistol. These are rare with the fat barrel, as only 600-700 were ever produced in total, all for commercial sales in the United States. This model was a continuation of the earlier 1902 commercial Luger however these were specifically intended for the U.S. market, and these were the first 9mm chambered Lugers. This pistol has the short old style frame with leaf springs and no stock lug, recessed breech block, dished toggles with toggle lock and grip safety. The barrel extension is also the short old model with the top of the chamber area roll marked with the prominent "American Eagle" crest, with the front toggle correctly marked with the "DWM" logo. It has retained roughly 85% of its original finish with wear on the grip straps, general high edge wear, and wear around the muzzle. Areas of minor pitting here and there, concentrated mostly around the high edges and along the barrel. Fitted with wood grips and comes with a proper "Cal 9mm" marked magazine - two repaired cracks in the base. The bore is pretty nice for the most part, but there is minor pitting around the muzzle end.