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Originally Posted by Mauser720
Florida Marine -
The serial number is 7755 and you should see "55" on lots of other parts. Look on the bottom of the two magazines and see what their serial numbers are too. If you see the serial numbers match (7755 plus 55, which is the last two digits of the serial number) then you have a "matching" Luger. And that commands a premium since it means all the parts are original. And if the serial numbers on the two magazines also match, then the pistol will command an additional premium in terms of value. If the pistol is all matching (regardless of the magazines), you might not want to shoot it. The reason for this is that if even one of these matching serial number parts breaks, you will reduce the collector value of the Luger by about half. And they can break, and sometimes they do break too.
Of course if you see numbers other than "55" on the numbered parts, it is not a matching Luger, and you are not risking anything by shooting it.
You should look for a small gothic letter underneath the full serial number too.
So hopefully this answers the "shoot or don't shoot" question; however, as postino has pointed out, pictures are necessary to more accurately assess value.
Please be real careful when you remove the left grip, or you may break a chip out of the wood underneath the safety lever. The grips are serially numbered on the inside too. It's best to remove the right grip first. Then remove the left grip screw, and gently lift the grip only very slightly outward at the base and then downward to avoid any pressure on the wood underneath the safety lever.
The holster is important too if it is original. If you can, please post a couple pictures of it too.
Well, you may be an AR-15 guy, but your M-9 is using the same cartridge as your 1915 Artillery Luger! Neat, huh?
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I will wait to do anything...but thanks for the guidance on taking it apart. I am hesitant to do anything to this until I have a full understanding of how to proceed. Based on everything having the 55 of the 7755, I would lay money the grips are the correct ones also. Pics of the holster are a few posts of.
Thanks to all of you for the comments and welcome!
Sean