Douglas, alaska is not a collectors haven and very few collectable pistols show up. The complete book of the pistols and revolvers of germany, 1869 to the present by ian hogg click here for. By 1898, the pistols evolution had progressed to the point that it retained little resemblance with the borchardt apart from a toggle action, and was unmistakable as the grandfather of the luger pistol as we know it. See more ideas about guns, hand guns and guns and ammo. I dont know too many collectors that have not been taken at least once. If i were you and you can afford the asking price, go for it in a hurry.
Carefully look at the back of the holster for issue numbers and a date. The metal surfaces of this 1938dated pistol retain about 87% refinished blue. I was surprised when two lugers walked through the door to my house, a few days ago. Its sleek design and its infamous connection to nazi germany have been factors in its continued popularity. Although it was officially replaced by the p38 in 1940, the luger continued in service with the german military through the rest of wwii and also served in the armies of several.
Thus it was the german navy and not the army who first realized the merits of the luger pistol. It has a unique togglelock action, which uses a jointed arm to lock the weapon, instead of the. This book points out the historic importance of these lugers and brings order out of chaos with the practical application of new documentation to observed data. Luger gunsinvestment grade collectible german lugersphoenix. Jun 23, 2015 provided to youtube by the orchard enterprises german lugers snowgoons mitchell hennessy edi amin german lugers. The initial luger pistols, plus others that had been ordered on a oneoff basis, as well as other variants that were tested, were recalled, refurbished and sold at auction by the ordnance.
See more ideas about luger pistol, hand guns and guns and ammo. The luger pistol is synonymous with the german military. Lugers at random hardcover by charles kenyon click here for more info. Luger 3d models ready to view, buy, and download for free. I can attest that there is nothing more sickening then having someone later point out an obvious indication of tinkering on what you thought was a 98 percent pistol. Identify your german luger 761b by the serial number, proof symbol, production year stamp and the manufacturers mark. Mar 26, 2020 the luger pistol was nevertheless built for the german army until 1942 and for export in the following year, with the last output in 1944 being delivered to portugal in 7. They were out of the woodwork and their owner knew little about them. Luger p08 pistol stock photo download image now istock.
Has a safety release button to insert the round untested with caps when guns open with safety fires fine wear as seen from years of sitting around. We also sell spare magazines as well as luger parts. The luger pistol was accepted by the imperial german navy in 1904 in 9mm parabellum as the pistole 04 p04. Take at look at these photos of stainless stoeger lugers from one of the galleries at the luger forum.
They refer to it as a pistolen08, because it was adopted by the german army in 1908 in the 9mm parabellum for war caliber. Here is a mid2003 price list from orimar firearms manufacturing, which was the company that made new lugers for mitchell, stoeger, and aimco. The luger pistol is a shortrecoil operated, fixedbarrel pistol that uses a unique bent knee toggle. This is hardly surprising as the navy was the first imperial force to be established after the end of the francoprussian war in 1871 and until 1919 each german state controlled its own army.
It took us, the company of 5 enthusiasts, 2 years to return this legendary firearm to the american market. The main barrell assembly marked 366, and all other parts apart from one marked 66. The pistole parabellumor parabellumpistole pistol parabellum, commonly known as just. Ive read that lugers produced from 1937 thru 1942 were made of the best steel ever used in hand gun mfg. Working action under limitations of older deactivation. The metal surfaces of this 1938dated pistol retain about 87%. A team of german producers called snowgoons, along with the elite underground hiphop artists a total of 26 bring on the heat. An unusual feature about it was that it came with vopo grip panels. The luger pistol is a shortrecoil operated, fixedbarrel pistol that uses a. How to identify a german luger 761b gone outdoors your. This luger pistol is rare and worth a bunch to gun collectors. Apr 20, 2009 thus it was the german navy and not the army who first realized the merits of the luger pistol. The luger 45 project was started by lugerman inc in february 2015. The german luger pistol had very little importance in determining the outcome of world war i.
Used, warcraft exports wwii german p08 luger pisto. However, the unique angle of the grip is quite different from a colt 1911 and most semiautomatic pistols making the luger feel odd to those who are familiar with. Click here to view our holsters, where you can pair a holster with the luger of your choosing. The germany navy was looking to replace its longobsolete reichsrevolvers at the same time the army was, but while the army was also dealing with the expense of adopting the new mauser 98 rifles, the navy needed far fewer pistols. Although the luger was beautifully designed and machineworked, it probably did not perform any more efficiently in close combat than did the handguns it was competing against. The luger pistol was nevertheless built for the german army until 1942 and for export in the following year, with the last output in 1944 being delivered to portugal in 7. Pistol 1904 patent art illustration drawing printable instant download get. My favorite shooting luger that sort of depends on what you consider good. The german pistol dated 1937, and with the longnose, as issued and used to artillery units. This is one of the rare parts guns that uses a typical co. The german luger was the favored german handgun in world war ii, though it was developed prior to the 1st world war.
The german luger p08 is known as a well balanced and quick pointing pistol. A german pistole parabellum 1908 luger p08 pistol with the safety catch on. One was a 42 code 1939 dated mauser and the other was a s42 1938. Browse all new and used luger pistols for sale and buy with confidence from guns international. The luger is a recoiloperated, locked breech, semiautomatic handgun with an eightround capacity. Black widow lugers, artillery lugers, and complete luger rigs. Though the pistol is recognized by its exposed barrel and butt that fits into ones palm, the most reliable form of identification is by serial number. Our clients are investors, collectors, and those who simply want to shoot one of the worlds most recognized and coveted hand guns. May 27, 2016 otherwise, they are functionally identical. May 29, 2019 the luger pistol is synonymous with the german military. German arms manufacturer mauser started creating pistols in the 1890.
The luger is obsolete today, but still quite attractive to collectors. This page is a recognition and identification guide for wwii german collectibles. Serial numbers are matching, including the magazine. Serial numbers are matching, except for the magazine. It is a very nice pistol with about 80 to 85% remaining original finish. It was manufactured for almost half a century and used by over 18 countries so it had several good points. The pistol looks a little dry you may want to get some good gun oil and a soft cotton cloth and go over the surfaces lightly to keep any surface rust from forming.
German lugers for me is as big of an event as the release of another jmt album. Just before the turn of the 20th century, georg luger redesigned borchardt semiautomatic pistol so that its mainspring was housed in rear of grip. Specializing in german luger pistols, mauser broomhandles and other wwi and wwii firearms restoration, refinish and gunsmithing. Each pistol has its own character and many have a rich history. Welcome to the jan c still luger pistols central powers axis pistols discussion boards from. Aug 30, 2016 the pistol looks a little dry you may want to get some good gun oil and a soft cotton cloth and go over the surfaces lightly to keep any surface rust from forming. Wwii vintage german pistols german luger p08 and walther p. Welcome to phoenix investment arms, investment grade german lugers.
These discussion boards are intended to encourage the exchange of historically accurate. Dwm luger pistol carbine model 1920 scarce parts gun. Mar 06, 2015 the luger is a recoiloperated, locked breech, semiautomatic handgun with an eightround capacity. German luger the firearms forum the buying, selling or. Nov 16, 2012 the german luger pistol had very little importance in determining the outcome of world war i. Provided to youtube by the orchard enterprises german lugers snowgoons mitchell hennessy edi amin german lugers. Enthusiasts who want to acquire an antique luger pistol probably have in mind a sidearm carried by a nazi german officer during world war ii, and such guns. Brought to you by pistol collectors from around the world and jan c. Weimar era lugers hold a distinct place of importance to any serious collector of german arms. Lugers might be the most faked, redone, and tinkered with group of guns out there. Yet it was the kaiserliche marine, the imperial german navy, which first adopted the luger pistol. Apr 17, 2009 lugers might be the most faked, redone, and tinkered with group of guns out there. The luger pistol was accepted by the imperial german navy in 1904 in 9mm parabellum. Thousands of lugers were brought to the us as souveneirs by american gis after ww ii, and many are still in circulation.
On recoil after firing, the mechanism opened to receive a new cartridge from an eightround, r. Resulting pistol was to prove extremely successful and his name has become synonymous with the pistol despite the fact his name never appeared on it. Jan c still luger pistols central powers axis pistols. To the best of our knowledge, all the examples shown are original pre1945 manufacture. Excellent condition with box, extra magazine and papers. Lugerman firearm restoration, manufacturing, parts, sales. The stock lug on this piece has not been ground off. Numrich gun parts german luger schematic image luger pistol, revolver. The naval luger has a 6inch barrel with a 2position rear sight situated on the extreme rear of the rear toggle link. Lyrically the album is agressive a lot of battlerap.
Luger pistol, semiautomatic german hand weapon first manufactured in 1900 for both military and commercial use. The german military began using luger pistols in 1908. This piece shows excellent metal, clear markings, matching numbers and sound grips. Dec 01, 2015 what a lot fewer people know about is the third major german military version of the luger. What a lot fewer people know about is the third major german military version of the luger. Presumably more than four million civilian and military parabellum pistols were built. The 9mm pistol is referred to as a commercial 1920 naval type luger, according to the book lugers at random. Rock island auctions has over 100 lugers at their upcoming premier auction in may including carbines and artillery models and rare pistols meant for persian, american, and russian markets. Jan c still discussion boards threads posts last post.
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