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mikeruth · 08-01-2001, 12:11 AM

I am back with two more questions. I have looked at the Luger (see previous note below) and it appears that all numbers match. The FXO marked mag also has a correct looking proof mark, but no serial number. The frame has a half inch scratch (white metal) on the left top rail. This is the only bad mark on the gun. I know that this is a value killer. How much?

The proof marks on the frame are very light (depth). Could this mean a refinish job on the frame? I do not know what the proof marks ahould look like (deep, shallow). The proof marks that are there look correct (per photos I have seen).

P.S. The owner now says that he wants $850. I think $700 is a better price, but I am no expert. Help!

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Hi, another newbe here. I have wanted a Luger for years but kept putting off buying one.

I have a chance to buy a 1941 byf with black plastic grips, 95-98%, and matching numbers on the outside (owner does not want to take it down). It has one mag marked fxo (if I remember correctly).

The asking price is $700. Does this sound OK? Also, I have noticed the VOPO comments on this board. How do I tell a refinished gun? Anything else that I sould look for (on the outside)?

08-01-2001, 12:11 AM	#7
mikeruth User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Indiana Posts: 27 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: byf 41 price check (before buy) I am back with two more questions. I have looked at the Luger (see previous note below) and it appears that all numbers match. The FXO marked mag also has a correct looking proof mark, but no serial number. The frame has a half inch scratch (white metal) on the left top rail. This is the only bad mark on the gun. I know that this is a value killer. How much? The proof marks on the frame are very light (depth). Could this mean a refinish job on the frame? I do not know what the proof marks ahould look like (deep, shallow). The proof marks that are there look correct (per photos I have seen). P.S. The owner now says that he wants $850. I think $700 is a better price, but I am no expert. Help! =========================================================== Hi, another newbe here. I have wanted a Luger for years but kept putting off buying one. I have a chance to buy a 1941 byf with black plastic grips, 95-98%, and matching numbers on the outside (owner does not want to take it down). It has one mag marked fxo (if I remember correctly). The asking price is $700. Does this sound OK? Also, I have noticed the VOPO comments on this board. How do I tell a refinished gun? Anything else that I sould look for (on the outside)?