German 9mm Luger P08 Review & Shoot 9x19

Published on July 13, 2025
Duration: 17:14

This review of a 1940 German 9mm Luger P08 highlights its exceptional accuracy, with the presenter calling it a 'tack driver' and praising its iron sights for precision shooting. The video demonstrates proper magazine loading technique for the P08 and discusses its handling characteristics, including a unique sight reset behavior. Despite a few minor feeding hiccups attributed to age and potentially worn springs, the pistol's performance, especially its accuracy, significantly impressed the reviewer.

Quick Summary

The 1940 German 9mm Luger P08 is a highly accurate pistol, described as a 'tack driver.' Its iron sights, with a sharp triangular front blade and V-notch rear, are praised for precision shooting. While it prefers milder ammunition and its sights reset high, its accuracy is exceptional, even allowing freehand hits on small targets at 15 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: 1940 German 9mm Luger P08
  2. 00:41Magazine Capacity and Initial Ammo Test
  3. 01:14P08 Controls and Features Overview
  4. 01:37Custom Sights: Red and White Contrast
  5. 02:04Loading the Luger P08
  6. 02:09First Shots at 7 Yards
  7. 03:16Steel Target Shooting
  8. 04:00Luger P08 Operation: Hold Open and Reload
  9. 04:24Grip Angle and Sight Alignment Discussion
  10. 05:18Weight and Balance of the P08
  11. 05:26Trigger Pull and Staging
  12. 06:03Demonstrating Trigger Staging
  13. 07:02Magazine Loading Technique Explained
  14. 07:16Testing Federal American Eagle Ammo
  15. 07:48Rapid Fire Challenges with Sight Reset
  16. 08:44Successful Rapid Fire on Gong
  17. 09:00Malfunction: Empty Chamber Issue
  18. 09:14Marksmanship Test: Bowling Pins at 15 Yards
  19. 10:07Bowling Pin Accuracy: 'Cheat Code'
  20. 11:03Precision Challenge: Shooting Pin Tops
  21. 13:58Slow Shooting and Malfunction Analysis
  22. 14:58Reviewer's Conclusion: Blown Away by Accuracy
  23. 16:39Thanks to Friend Brad and Gear Links

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the magazine capacity of a German 9mm Luger P08?

The German 9mm Luger P08 typically has a magazine capacity of 8 rounds. The reviewer confirmed this capacity for the magazines used in the video.

What type of ammunition is recommended for the Luger P08?

The reviewer found that the Luger P08 performed best with milder, factory-loaded 115-grain ammunition, often described as 'wimpy loaded.' Hotter loads caused reliability issues.

How does the Luger P08's sight reset behavior affect shooting?

The Luger P08's sights tend to reset high after recoil. This can require a slight adjustment of the wrist to realign the sights for the next shot, potentially impacting rapid fire accuracy.

What makes the Luger P08's iron sights good for accuracy?

The Luger P08's iron sights, featuring a sharp triangular front blade and a V-notch rear, offer excellent precision. They provide a clear sight picture without obscuring too much of the target, aiding in accurate shot placement.

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