Help for a Newbie

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If you are looking for an historic Luger that you can shoot without worrying that it will devalue it if something breaks, and you are looking in the $1500 price range..well, (my opinion) look for something that is mismatched, reblued, and in fine mechanical condition in nine millimeter that has something 'unique' about it. 'Unique' is the operative word as it means something different to everybody. Off the top of my head I would say that a very unique example of Lugers is the artillery model. Long barrel, flip up sights, lots of history..but possibly hard to find for $1500 (which is high for most shooters). You might want to check the classifieds here and also the links and resources section. (While you are at it, welcome to the Luger Forum, make yourself comfortable, and look at all the resources that are here. You might see something that catches your eye in the owners corner or read something that sounds interesting to you in the general information section. Personally speaking, there are no Lugers that don't have a special appeal so take your time deciding). For the money you have budgeted you can buy a shooter and a collector, actually.