I looked at a Luger at LGS today. I always thought in the back of my mind that I would like to have one , but was not actively looking at this time. I know a bit about the P.38 ; I am overwhelmed when I look at the wide range of P08 manufacturers , years built , etc.
What I saw was a DWM in 9mm , marked 1917. Not collectable , but seemingly in decent condition for its' age. The magazine has the wooden bottom. Grips are nice. Shop owner said he test fired and all was well. I was initially told that it was all matching , but several small parts are numbered 52 ; the predominant number being 1757. Is the 52 an odd parts number , or does it represent a mismatch? If it is a mismatch it would not be the end of the world as I am looking to have a shooter , and I would just like be able to say that I own a Luger.
Asking price is $1200. I don't see many in that range ; the ones I do see are usually in poor cosmetic condition and/or mismatched.
Please view the images. I am interested to know anything you folks can share regarding the desirability of a 1917 DWM , the value , and so on.
Thank you , Waveski
What I saw was a DWM in 9mm , marked 1917. Not collectable , but seemingly in decent condition for its' age. The magazine has the wooden bottom. Grips are nice. Shop owner said he test fired and all was well. I was initially told that it was all matching , but several small parts are numbered 52 ; the predominant number being 1757. Is the 52 an odd parts number , or does it represent a mismatch? If it is a mismatch it would not be the end of the world as I am looking to have a shooter , and I would just like be able to say that I own a Luger.
Asking price is $1200. I don't see many in that range ; the ones I do see are usually in poor cosmetic condition and/or mismatched.
Please view the images. I am interested to know anything you folks can share regarding the desirability of a 1917 DWM , the value , and so on.
Thank you , Waveski