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Luger P08 vs Ruger 57

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Luger P08
Luger P08
HandgunsDiscontinued
Ruger 57
HandgunsIn production
Overview
Spec
Luger P08
Ruger 57
Production
1908–1945
2019–present
Units produced
~1,000,000+ units (including military, police, and civilian models)
Unknown
Specifications
Spec
Luger P08
Ruger 57
Overall length
225 mm (8.86 in)
221 mm
Barrel length
100 mm (3.93 in)
122 mm
Weight
0.95 kg (2.09 lb) empty
0.69 kg
Magazine capacity
7 rounds standard (detachable box), optional 8‑round magazine for .30 Luger
20 rounds
Action type
Toggle‑locked, short‑stroke recoil‑operated, closed bolt
Blowback-operated single-action semi-automatic
Trigger type
Single‑stage military trigger with integrated safety lever
Single-action
Sights
Fixed front blade, rear V‑shaped notch with adjustable rear sight leaf
Adjustable target rear with fiber optic front