SOLD - Rare 1902 American Eagle Fat Barrel Luger (22530 - 23922)

Description

2/11/23 - This is a very desirable early Model 1902 "American Eagle" Luger pistol that is in excellent condition but the finish was professionally restored at some point. 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. The bluing on this one is beautiful and the restoration work is very well done. The grips show minor smoothing and handling wear but no cracks or chips. The grips are matching numbered to each other but not the pistol. Rare original magazine with 'Cal 9m/m'. Bore shows use and frosting but has good rifling.