The X denotes it was a Russian capture during WWII and they were known for drilling out the German markings. These 'G' Lugers were all produced during the time of the early rearmament by the Nazi with the 'G' date being the secret code for 1935. 455 Mark II Hand Ejector, 7 Luger, pistol, all models and varia-. This is an example of an early pre-WWII German 'G' date Luger pistol, that was manufactured by the Mauser factory. The toggle was replaced, which is common, but all of the other numbers match, serial number 112. Ejector, all calibers, serial numbers 1 to 62488 ( no letter ). ![]() The G code marks it as a 1935 and is somewhat hard to find. Is the magazine matching? Is it period correct? Was it manipulated to match, or factory matching? Good sharp photos would help us judge this, and it would add to value if factory matching. I spoke with a Luger collector and he shared some knowledge with me. For Swiss bayonets you can use the SwissWaffen. By searching for the rifle serial number (search box Rifle Serial Number above) By using the all rifle serial number list page or the all rifle serial number PDF. Perhaps $1200 in today's market - more if I had it in hand and could confirm it's original finish and all matching. Find your rifle using one of the three follwing methods: Using the rifle overview picture gallery. I would be inclined to offer no more than a shooter Luger's value on buying this. The first toggle link is marked with the S/42 Mauser code. ![]() Also, the seller has given you photo after photo without showing the key image of the front of the frame above the trigger guard where the pistol's legal serial number with the suffix letter is shown. The finish is very good and this model has a hold open latch and stock lug. It's very difficult to judge finish without the gun in hand. The photos don't show sharp focus detail in areas that would be critical to judge the pistol, and the appearance may be related to the lighting that the photographer is using in the lightbox, but the impression I have from the barrel, front locking bolt, and edges of the acceptance marks is that the Luger's receiver (at minimum) and locking bolt has been refinished and buffed.
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