Rare 1907 US Military Trials Luger 45 ACP

Published on November 30, 2018
Duration: 26:40

This video provides an in-depth review of the LugerMan reproduction of the rare 1907 US Military Trials Luger in .45 ACP. The host, demonstrating high expertise, details its historical significance, technical differences from standard Lugers, and shooting characteristics. The review highlights the meticulous craftsmanship of the reproduction, its accuracy, and its place as a 'bucket list' item for collectors.

Quick Summary

The LugerMan reproduction of the 1907 US Military Trials Luger in .45 ACP is a highly accurate historical piece. It features a distinct grip angle, a sheet-metal grip safety, and is significantly larger than standard Lugers. While it offers impressive craftsmanship, it exhibits more recoil and is sensitive to ammunition, preferring quality ball rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the .45 ACP Luger
  2. 02:20Comparison with Standard Luger
  3. 04:57The 'American Luger' and Swiss Variants
  4. 05:55Technical Differences of the .45 Luger
  5. 09:39Shooting Impressions and Ammo Sensitivity
  6. 11:43Fit, Finish, and Markings
  7. 17:20Field Stripping and Internal Mechanics
  8. 24:34Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 1907 US Military Trials Luger unique?

The 1907 US Military Trials Luger was developed for the U.S. military's first self-loading pistol selection. The .45 ACP version is significantly larger than standard Lugers, featuring a different grip angle, a thicker grip, and a sheet-metal grip safety requested by the military.

How does the .45 ACP Luger reproduction handle recoil and ammunition?

The .45 ACP Luger reproduction has noticeably more recoil and 'jump' than 9mm or .30 Luger variants. It is ammo-sensitive, preferring high-quality ball ammunition like Winchester White Box 230-grain and is not designed for modern hollow-point rounds.

Is the LugerMan 1907 Luger reproduction historically accurate?

Yes, the LugerMan reproduction is highly accurate, meticulously crafted using original blueprints and reverse engineering. It features superb bluing, authentic markings in historically accurate locations, and is nearly indistinguishable from an original 1907 trials gun.

What are the key technical differences of the .45 ACP Luger trials model?

The .45 ACP trials Luger has a grip angle about 4.5 degrees different from the 9mm version, a thicker grip, a sheet-metal grip safety, an elongated trigger guard, a unique trigger profile, and more angular frame cuts for the toggle lock.

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