The Artillery Luger is an amazing historical 9mm WWI era pistol and carbine.

Published on January 4, 2023
Duration: 1:01

This guide details the operation and sight adjustment of the historical Artillery Luger, a 9mm WWI-era pistol. It covers the unique spin drift compensation mechanism of the rear sight, the 8-round magazine, and the use of the shoulder stock. The information is presented with the authority of a firearms instructor, highlighting practical aspects and historical context.

Quick Summary

The WWI Artillery Luger is a 9mm pistol with a 7.9-inch barrel and a unique rear sight graduated to 800 meters. This sight compensates for spin drift by moving laterally as elevation is adjusted. Importantly, the Artillery Luger with its shoulder stock is exempt from NFA SBR regulations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Artillery Luger
  2. 00:14Sight Mechanics and Spin Drift
  3. 00:34Magazine and Accessories
  4. 00:49Legal Status and Shooting

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Artillery Luger different from a standard Luger P08?

The Artillery Luger features a longer 7.9-inch barrel, a rear sight graduated up to 800 meters with spin drift compensation, and is designed to accept a wooden shoulder stock for increased stability and accuracy.

How does the Artillery Luger's sight compensate for spin drift?

As the rear sight is adjusted for elevation, it moves laterally to the left. This movement is engineered to counteract the projectile's tendency to drift in the direction of its rotation due to spin drift.

Is the Artillery Luger with a shoulder stock considered a Short Barreled Rifle (SBR)?

No, the Artillery Luger, when equipped with its original wooden shoulder stock, is specifically exempted by the ATF from NFA regulations pertaining to Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs).

What is the practical range of the Artillery Luger's 9mm ammunition?

While the sight is marked to 800 meters, this is considered an optimistic figure for the 9mm cartridge. Practical accuracy at such extreme distances would be significantly limited.

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