ERMA-WERKE LA22

Overview

The Erma LA-22, serial number 26028, is a West German-made .22 LR semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Erma-Werke in the mid-1960s (approximately 1964-1967). It was designed to resemble the iconic Luger P08, but uses a simple blowback action and lightweight alloy construction rather than the original Luger mechanism.Current market values for an Erma LA-22 are approximately:Erma did not publish serial number records, so serial number 26028 cannot be dated exactly, but it falls within the normal production period of 1964-1967.These pistols are purchased primarily for their resemblance to the Luger. They have modest collector interest, but reliability can vary, and many owners report they function best with high-velocity .22 LR ammunition.