Guns.com Vault Auction: DWM Artillery Luger P.08

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Lugers are already highly desired firearms because of their iconic design and service in World War I and World War II, and that often makes them the center of collections. However, this rarer long-barreled artillery version is in good condition and includes all its original parts. This includes the wooden detachable stock, which is exempt from the NFA restrictions on SBRs as an original part of this collectible historic gun.

Even if you're new to firearms auctions, Guns.com makes it easy to get in on the action, with bids starting at just 1 cent. Bidding starts Aug. 3 and wraps up Aug. 9, so don't miss your chance to add this historic DWM Artillery Luger to your collection.

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Video Overview
Brief History
Detailed Images
Key Auction Details
Key Features

Video Overview

Brief History

DWM Artillery Luger — With its historical significance, military heritage, and included accessories, this DWM 1917 Artillery Luger is an outstanding example of one of the most iconic pistols of all time. (All photos: Jake Hageman/Guns.com)

The Luger’s toggle-action design dates all the way back to 1898, and it is one of the most iconic features of the guns that were eventually adopted by the German military in 1904 as the Model P.04.

This was modified shortly thereafter, with further patents by designer Georg Luger, to become the iconic Model P.08. The long-barreled example we have here was officially dubbed the Lange Pistole 1908, or LP.08.

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Manufactured by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken in Germany in 1917, this Lange Pistole 1908 is more commonly referred to as an Artillery Luger.

Luger P04 Patent — Instead of a traditional slide, the design in this 1904 patent by Georg Luger details an upward-pivoting toggle system to remove spent shell casings and load fresh rounds. This became the P.04, which evolved into the famed P.08. (U.S. Patent #753,414)

This model offers a longer 7.9-inch barrel than the standard P.08, and the barrel is topped with adjustable sights for longer-range shooting. The intent of the long barrel was to offer rear or support units, such as artillery, a highly portable gun that could still engage the enemy with better accuracy at moderate ranges than traditional handguns.

Along with the longer barrel, these Artillery Lugers were manufactured with an attachment point for a stock. Users could attach the stocks as needed and fire the gun more effectively at range by shouldering it like a carbine.

(Note: Because of this pistol’s age, special collecting status, and the fact that all the parts are original, it is exempt from the NFA restrictions for stocked pistols and SBRs.)

Along with the stock, our example here comes with an original Luger magazine with the wooden baseplate. These are also incredibly hard to find and expensive.

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Key Auction Details

As with all Guns.com auctions, bids start at just 1 cent. This auction opens Aug. 3 and ends Aug. 9, so be sure to mark your calendar.

Here are some standout features that make this Luger a fantastic find.

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Key Features

Good Condition: This gun is in good condition, with normal signs of wear and age. All the markings remain clear.

Very Interesting History: Few guns are as iconic or prized by collectors as the P.08. But this Artillery Luger is a unique unicorn find.

Includes Original Stock: The gun comes with all its original parts, including the matching wooden stock. That matching stock makes it a collectible exemption from the NFA restrictions.

Includes Original Magazine: Original Luger magazines with wooden base plates are very hard to find and expensive.

Highly Collectible: Any firearms collection is enhanced by the addition of a Luger pistol, and this is a particularly special find.

Alexander Reville

Alexander Reville is a writer and content creator for Guns.com who transitioned from the warehouse to the content team fueled by a passion for American history and firearms. A proud graduate of Marion Military Institute and a former minor league hockey player, he remains active as a firearms instructor and private security contractor.

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