German 1941 P.08 byf "Black Widow" Caliber 9mm Luger Pistol 

SKU: GERMAN BYF BLACK WIDOW P.08 LUGER MAUSER 1941

Original/Reproduction: Original

Availability: Sold Date 03/26/2025

Manufacturer: Mauser (Byf)

Date manufactured: 1941

Model: P.08

Caliber: 9mm

Serial Number: 1268

Action Type: Toggle Action Striker-Fired Semi-Auto, Removable Magazine Fed

Capacity: 8 Rounds

Barrel Length: 4 Inch

Bore: 10

Grips: black bakelite "Black Widow" grips

Condition: Near Mint

Bore: 10/10 

Price: $5500.00

Seller Type: Classification: C&R / FFL

Seller ID: JMW

Seller Code: 4000 David Rachwal (FFL)

Source: Max Show

Source Date: 02/20/2025

Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.

Description

This early production, byf Black Widow P.08 Luger is all-matching and the condition is near mint. 

History

The "1941 Black Widow Luger byf" refers to a specific variant of the Luger P08 pistol that was produced during World War II. The term "Black Widow" is a nickname given to this variant due to the distinct black Bakelite grips it featured. The manufacturer code "byf" indicates that the pistol was produced by the Mauser factory in Oberndorf, Germany.

The Luger P08 pistol, also known as the Parabellum Pistol, was a semi-automatic handgun developed by German firearms designer Georg Luger. It was initially introduced in 1900 and became one of the most iconic and widely recognized handguns of the 20th century. The Luger P08 was chambered for the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge and was notable for its toggle-lock action and sleek design.

During World War II, the German military extensively used the Luger P08 pistol. The production of Lugers increased during the war, and various manufacturers produced them to meet the demand. The "Black Widow" variant, such as the 1941 Black Widow Luger byf, is characterized by its black Bakelite grips, which replaced the previous wood grips used on earlier models. It also typically has a blued finish and a 4-inch barrel.