2 1900 Test Lugers Together
 

Rock Island Auction! http://www.rockislandauction.com/vie...id/59/lid/1351 $30k to $45k Ouch! Eric~~~

The top view of the two are put side by side, for easier looking:

Interesting, they describe the holster as 1906 but they don't display the reverse which should have the "Rock Island Arsenal" and possibly some inspection initials. I would like to see how it compared the the original test holsters!

Incredible, they look in mint condition.

That should be one concern!!! #6069 and #7109 identical wear patterns! Identical discriptions....Restoration ???? Why is one $15k more than the other!

Yes, shouldn't a test Luger be a little more beaten up from the tests?

For the most part, yes. Some did stay State-side at places like West Point and Presidio, etc., so would not have been subject to field conditions. However, seeing two in such good condition together either indicates that the former owner was wealthy and motivated enough to seek out the very best, or there has been a bit of enhancement on the pieces. The 1906 date on the holster does not add anything to the credibility of the set. Sure looks nice though :)

A Real Test Holster..
 

both sides~~~Eric Ps Thank You Ron for all of your work and passion!