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