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Rare Swiss Luger pistol sells for $307,500 at Morphy's auction

market-auction · 2026-05-23

At Morphy's Firearms & Militaria auction, which took place from May 12 to 14, 2026, a DWM 1900 Swiss Luger semi-automatic pistol with the serial number 01 was sold for $307,500. This particular firearm is notable as the first Military Contract Luger, produced under a 610-gun agreement for Switzerland in May 1901. Additionally, a Singer Model 1911A1 .45 ACP pistol, manufactured by the Singer Sewing Machine Co. in 1940, garnered $184,500. The auction, consisting of 400 lots, showcased high-quality antique and collectible firearms, including a special collection celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War from the estates of David Grunberg and Gary Schlottstein.

Key facts

  • DWM 1900 Swiss Luger pistol, serial number 01, sold for $307,500
  • Singer Model 1911A1 .45 ACP pistol sold for $184,500
  • Auction held May 12-14, 2026
  • 400-lot Firearms & Militaria auction at Morphy's
  • Special selection for 250th anniversary of Revolutionary War
  • Collections of David Grunberg and Gary Schlottstein featured
  • Swiss Luger was first Military Contract Luger from 610-gun contract
  • Singer pistol made by Singer Sewing Machine Co. in 1940

Entities

Institutions

  • Morphy's
  • DWM
  • Singer Sewing Machine Co.

Locations

  • Elizabeth
  • New Jersey
  • United States
  • Switzerland

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