WW2 German P.08 1942 byf 42 "Black Widow" Matching, Caliber 9mm Luger Pistol & Holster Rig 

SKU: GERMAN BYF 42 BLACK WIDOW P.08 ALL-MATCHING LUGER & HOLSTER RIG

Original/Reproduction: Original

Availability: In-Stock

Manufacturer: Mauser (Byf)

Date Manufactured: 1942

Model: P.08

Caliber: 9mm

Serial Number: 4279

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

Capacity: 8 Rounds

Barrel Length: 4 Inch

Bore: 10/10

Grips: black bakelite "Black Widow" grips

Magazines: 2 Original Black Widow fxo Eagle 37 Marked 

Holster Rig: Black Leather Marked P.08 1942 CWW Holster 

Condition: Near Mint

Mechanically: Excellent 

Price: $6995.00

Seller Type: Classification: C&R / FFL

Seller ID: JMW

Seller Code: MB5500

Source: Private Sale

Source Date: 05/18/2025

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

Description

This Early German Production, byf 42 "Black Widow" P.08 Luger with Original Holster Rig and Extra 8 round BW Magazine Marked fxo Waffen Eagle 37 is in Excellent Condition. The Black Leather Hard-Shell Holster is Stamp Marked P.08 1942 CWW.  

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.