"Speed loader" for Luger magazines
 

After struggling, quite manfully, to reload my Luger's magazines with and without the clever issue tool, I found a block of high-density plastic in my toolbox (a leftover from a GPS mounting exercise, for what that's worth) and with the use of a 1/2" router bit in my drill-press (not to melt the plastic) plus a bit of hand filing, came up with a hole just large enough (1/2" x 1.05") to pass a Luger magazine, but not pass the follower "handle" or "button." The attached pictures should "speak for themselves" and I can tell you this gizmo really reduces the time & effort required to load the eighth round. Tongue in cheek - I have no designs on attempting to patent this, so send me no royalties.
John

O.K. Who will make one for me (and others, perhaps)?
Thanks
Jack

There is a similar one offered on ebay or GB; also made from plastic.
I'll see if I can find it.
Yes, it is still there:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Luger-P08-m...4AAOSwnTdaG6OD

Cool! Asked and answered! I look at Luger stuff EVERY day on eBay and I have never seen this thing!
Thanks Don! I personally like doing it with a loading tool but I can appreciate the concept!

I got this P 08 loading tool at Midway awhile back for a few dollars based on a recommendation I read on this forum. The hook on the bottom snaps onto the base of the magazine when fully depressed, keeping the follower down which is very helpful in cleaning the magazine. It fits the magazines perfectly and has a comfortable serreted landing for the thumb to push the follower down. I have stronger springs in my aftermarket P 08 magazines, installed by GT, and without this tool my thumb would probably be gone by now.

It's $3.99 at Midway currently backordered.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/87...-22-long-rifle

A must for the range bag.
dju

They are on ebay too; but more $ than the first type.
I find a good repro of the original tool works just fine.:confused: