unit marked Luger

[sonderverband]

I have a 1918 Luger, reissued in 1920 that is marked to JR.15.18

Is this a WW1 marking or Reichwehr?

Thanks!

[GWA]

If it is marked exactly as you report it would be Infantry Regiment 15 staff, weapon number 18. It would have been issued to an NCO within the Regimental staff. I would like to see multiple photos, including the unit mark, in order to confirm marking. Unit marks on 1918 dated pistols are very rare.

[juoneen]

I saw one for sale lately in a gun shop that had an artillery unit marking on the front strap of the frame, about where the middle finger would be when clenched . but anyone could mark one . Like they do badges post war, oh its an 18 date also i believe.

[sonderverband]

The full STAMPING is: J.R.15.18 but somebody scratched in the number eleven (not roman numeral two) before the stamping so the full marking is: 11/J.R.15.18

Hope this helps!

[sonderverband]

It's a 1918 luger with a 1920 reissue date. When do you think the unit marking was done? WW1 or Reichswehr?

[GWA]

The stamping "11/J.R.15.18." is Weimar and indicates 11th company, Infantry Regiment 15, weapon 18.

[sonderverband]

Thank you!!!