Colt Commander vs Luger P08

1949–present

1908–1945

Unknown

~1,000,000+ units (including military, police, and civilian models)

197 mm

225 mm (8.86 in)

108 mm

100 mm (3.93 in)

1.07 kg

0.95 kg (2.09 lb) empty

7 rounds

7 rounds standard (detachable box), optional 8‑round magazine for .30 Luger

Recoil-operated, single-action semi-automatic

Toggle‑locked, short‑stroke recoil‑operated, closed bolt

Single-action