Newbee need info on P'08 1915 DWM

greygrouse · 05-16-2013, 10:05 AM

Lads,
Thanks much!!
Now... I certainly understand you cannot place an exact $ value on this (sorry... on "Wind-up" service here in the north woods, so photos can take literally days to send), but do you think $600 is out of line???
I only intend to give it a good cleaning - no real alterations.
Would this model be considered a do-not-shoot collectible, or can I use low-power loads and have some fun w/it?? Can anyone recommend a "safe" reload for a gun of this vintage?
Also, I'd like to get some grips in better shape (not high $ if I can help it) since the oem's are dry and might crack further if I shoot it - where should I look for grips? Don't have to be originals since I'll keep the oem's.
I guess my real intent here is to both preserve a piece of history and... if possible... enjoy shooting it as well.
BTW, I also have the "G" date Luger (complete...yes... w/both numbered mags, holster and take-down tool) my dad brought back from the Big One. This must have ridden on a "desk" officer's hip since it truly is 90-95%. Squeeze the grips and the marks show in your hand!!! I'll have to describe it sometime and get your opinion on it. He and I are the only "provinence" on it and it hasn't left me in well over 50yrs.
Happy to be part of another "real" forum that seems to be more interested in appreciating a fine firearm than comparing "testosterone" production organs.

Mike

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05-16-2013, 10:05 AM	#4
greygrouse User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Michigan's Beautiful U.P. Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Lads, Thanks much!! Now... I certainly understand you cannot place an exact $ value on this (sorry... on "Wind-up" service here in the north woods, so photos can take literally days to send), but do you think $600 is out of line??? I only intend to give it a good cleaning - no real alterations. Would this model be considered a do-not-shoot collectible, or can I use low-power loads and have some fun w/it?? Can anyone recommend a "safe" reload for a gun of this vintage? Also, I'd like to get some grips in better shape (not high $ if I can help it) since the oem's are dry and might crack further if I shoot it - where should I look for grips? Don't have to be originals since I'll keep the oem's. I guess my real intent here is to both preserve a piece of history and... if possible... enjoy shooting it as well. BTW, I also have the "G" date Luger (complete...yes... w/both numbered mags, holster and take-down tool) my dad brought back from the Big One. This must have ridden on a "desk" officer's hip since it truly is 90-95%. Squeeze the grips and the marks show in your hand!!! I'll have to describe it sometime and get your opinion on it. He and I are the only "provinence" on it and it hasn't left me in well over 50yrs. Happy to be part of another "real" forum that seems to be more interested in appreciating a fine firearm than comparing "testosterone" production organs. Mike