P08 Luger Shooting

Published on February 13, 2015
Duration: 5:34

The 1920 Commercial DWM Luger, chambered in 7.65mm Parabellum, showcases an iconic toggle-lock action and a unique, easy-to-load magazine follower. Despite its age, it offers a natural pointing grip and impressive accuracy, capable of splitting playing cards. The firearm remains a unique and historically significant piece available at reasonable prices.

Quick Summary

The P08 Luger utilizes a unique toggle-lock action where recoil causes the toggle mechanism to unlock the bolt, eject the spent casing, and chamber a new round. The 1920 DWM model tested was in 7.65mm Parabellum (.30 Luger) and showed excellent accuracy, capable of splitting a playing card.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Iconic P08 Luger
  2. 00:15Luger Toggle-Lock Action Explained
  3. 00:43How to Field Strip the Luger
  4. 01:17Caliber and History: 7.65mm vs 9mm
  5. 01:41Loading the Luger Magazine
  6. 02:09Live Fire: Shooting Performance
  7. 03:50Rapid Fire and Reloads
  8. 04:25Accuracy Test & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the P08 Luger's action unique?

The P08 Luger features a distinctive toggle-lock, recoil-operated action. During firing, the toggle mechanism rises via a cam in the frame, unlocking the bolt, ejecting the spent casing, and then closing to chamber a new round.

What caliber is the 1920 Commercial DWM Luger?

The specific 1920 Commercial DWM Luger featured in the video is chambered in 7.65mm Parabellum, also known as .30 Luger. This differs from the more commonly encountered 9mm Parabellum variant.

How easy is it to load the Luger's magazine?

Loading the Luger's 8-round magazine is notably easy thanks to a follower design. A side button allows the follower to be pulled down, making it simple to insert cartridges without excessive force.

Is the P08 Luger accurate?

Yes, the P08 Luger demonstrated impressive accuracy during testing. The video highlights a shot that successfully split a playing card, indicating high precision potential for the firearm.

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