Description
Few Lugers command the kind of respect this one does. The Swiss DWM 1906 E-Series Luger, serial E858, is among the rarest known examples—part of an estimated run of roughly 20 pistols ever assembled. Referenced in Dr. Geoff Sturgess’s definitive work on the Luger, it represents one of the finest intersections of Swiss precision and German engineering.
Chambered in 7.65 mm (.30 Luger), the pistol wears its history proudly: a 4 ¾-inch barrel, sawtooth front sight, V-notched rear, and the unmistakable Cross-in-Shield over the chamber with DWM on the toggle. The primary components retain their deep rust-blued finish, while the takedown lever, trigger, magazine release, and safety are straw-colored, that warm golden tone collectors love to see on period-correct small parts.
Everything about this pistol feels intentional—the balance, the texture, the subtle transition between blued steel and strawed hardware. It comes housed in a leather-covered presentation case lined in dark green felt, complete with two spare magazines, two screwdrivers, and compartments for ammunition and cleaning tools. (As noted, the original keys are no longer present.)
Condition is excellent for its age, thanks to careful arsenal rework. The barrel shows a faint matte texture, while the remainder of the pistol retains crisp, even blueing with only minor toning on the breech block. The grips are dark, checkered walnut—clean, tight, and free of cracks.
As the highest recorded serial number of its kind, this DWM 1906 E-Series stands as a tangible link to early 20th-century experimentation and Swiss ordnance refinement. It’s not just rare—it’s historically validated, beautifully preserved, and accompanied by presentation accessories that complete the story.
