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Sorry for the lack of photos, but don't have the capability right now. Just became owner of a 1920 chamber dated 9mm DWM s/n 2203a. All the numbers match, it has about 90-95% rust blue remaining with just some honest side palte and muzzle wear, beechwood grips and a sear safety. The right side receiver proofs are 3 of those post WW1 eagles with "AYA4" below them that Costanzo identifies as Weimar police proofs. Same proof on the barrel. Magazine is serial numbered to the gun and also has the same marking on the spine that is found on the front grip strap of the gun; S.Hn.11.
I believe that grip marking to mean Schutzpolizei, Hanover, pistol number "11". Does that interpretation make sense to you folks? Not too sure of the rarity of this piece, but the condition, matching magazine and unit marking probably take it out of the ordinary. Comments? Thx, Lyn
I believe that grip marking to mean Schutzpolizei, Hanover, pistol number "11". Does that interpretation make sense to you folks? Not too sure of the rarity of this piece, but the condition, matching magazine and unit marking probably take it out of the ordinary. Comments? Thx, Lyn