Loading tool?
 

Howdy, I am new to Lugers and am looking for an inexpensive, but original loading tool. No special type required, but I would like an original if possible. Can anyone suggest a source and a ballpark price range for a less-expensive variation in good condition? Thanks,
John

</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica,Geneva">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica,Geneva">Originally posted by John F.:
<strong>Howdy, I am new to Lugers and am looking for an inexpensive, but original loading tool.
John</strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica,Geneva">Try finding a copy of "Shotgun News" and check the SARCO ads. (There are three issues per month and SARCO runs a slightly different ad in each issue. I think it'll be in the 1st or 10th of the month issue.) They had original Finnish-issue loading tools for about $18, IIRC. Each is stamped with the "SA" in a box and will become more valuable as time goes on IMO. If it must be a German-issue original, get the Finnish tool first and then take your time looking. You can always sell the "SA" tool later.... for a profit.

Hello John,

These tools show up often on e-Bay. You might try bidding with a maximum that fits your budget...for example :

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...&category=4078

Also, you might try Bob Simpson. They have Mauser-era WWII tools listed for only $ 45.00...(see item # 4 on this page link)...

http://www.simpsonltd.com/accessories.htm

Regards,

Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

I have a very nice original loading tool, no proof markings, will ship pre-paid in US lower 48, for $45.

Thanks very much! I really appreciate everyone's help! :)

John, I have unmarked orginal DWM mag loading tools available @$25 each. TH