German P.08 Luger

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Category: German Firearms
Published: Friday, 21 June 2013 20:02
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bullet Nation: Germany
bullet Adopted:1908
bullet Design:Georg Luger
bullet Caliber: 9mm
bullet Capacity: 8 shot
bullet Action: Automatic
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Mfg. by: DWM; Mauser; Erfurt and Others

 The most recognized pistol in the world.

Adopted by Germany in 1908 it was the standard sidearm until 1938, and remained a favorite of many officers through WWII.  This was also a prized souvenir for any American GI that could get his hands on one.