Description
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Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this incredible semi-automatic pistol today for auction, this is the DWM 1906 American Eagle!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: DWM
Model: 1906 American Eagle
Serial: 30723
Model: 1906 American Eagle
Serial: 30723
Date of Manufacture: 1906-1912 (According to https://www.germandaggers.com/Gallery/GL1.php)
Caliber: 7.65mm Parabellum (AKA .30 Luger)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with V-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Fully Checkered Walnut Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The top of the frame is stamped with the American Eagle Seal. The toggle is stamped “DWM”. The front of the frame is stamped with the serial number “30723” and “GERMANY”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The DWM 1906 American Eagle is one of the most iconic and sought-after variants of the Luger pistol ever produced. Manufactured by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) specifically for the American commercial market, this model is instantly recognizable by the striking U.S. Great Seal—the heraldic American eagle—proudly engraved above the chamber. This patriotic embellishment was a deliberate marketing effort to capture the attention of American buyers. Mechanically, the 1906 represented a refined evolution of the earlier Model 1900, featuring improvements such as a more durable coil mainspring (replacing the flat spring), a redesigned grip safety, and a more streamlined toggle mechanism for smoother operation. The pistol was chambered primarily in .30 Luger (7.65mm Parabellum), with approximately 7,500 units produced, while an additional 3,000 examples were made in 9mm Parabellum—a notable rarity, as they were among the earliest 9mm Lugers offered to the U.S. market.
Caliber: 7.65mm Parabellum (AKA .30 Luger)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with V-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Fully Checkered Walnut Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The top of the frame is stamped with the American Eagle Seal. The toggle is stamped “DWM”. The front of the frame is stamped with the serial number “30723” and “GERMANY”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The DWM 1906 American Eagle is one of the most iconic and sought-after variants of the Luger pistol ever produced. Manufactured by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) specifically for the American commercial market, this model is instantly recognizable by the striking U.S. Great Seal—the heraldic American eagle—proudly engraved above the chamber. This patriotic embellishment was a deliberate marketing effort to capture the attention of American buyers. Mechanically, the 1906 represented a refined evolution of the earlier Model 1900, featuring improvements such as a more durable coil mainspring (replacing the flat spring), a redesigned grip safety, and a more streamlined toggle mechanism for smoother operation. The pistol was chambered primarily in .30 Luger (7.65mm Parabellum), with approximately 7,500 units produced, while an additional 3,000 examples were made in 9mm Parabellum—a notable rarity, as they were among the earliest 9mm Lugers offered to the U.S. market.
With relatively low production numbers in both calibers, the 1906 American Eagle remains highly desirable among collectors. Aesthetically, these pistols stood out with their finely rust-blued finish, straw-colored controls, checkered walnut grips, and clear “GERMANY” export markings. Sold through American distributors, the 1906 American Eagle embodies an era when European craftsmanship was tailored specifically to win favor in the lucrative U.S. firearms market.
Contents:
This example will ship with one magazine!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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