Alvin:
I was surprised to see it went for 3500 including buyer premium....I think there are likely real and fake out there (like everything right?) I like that it was in somewhat lousy condition. Mine is in similar condition (a 1912) and I like to think someone wouldn't bother with faking a beat up one, or likewise beat up a fake one. I hope some day more info shows up, such as an original doc with the same cartoonish DH. This is one of my favorite Luger mysteries....I lean towards application on bringbacks right after WWI by some type of US militia or a secret society, or a private signature similar to VONO?
I was interested in an early Luger in the same auction, but bidding was a little wild. Hopefully a good sign for the Luger market...
Clark
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My militaria collection is dedicated to the memory of my Grandfather, Marine Gunnery Sergeant Dave Hill, Jr., wounded in action at The Assault of the Second Marine Division on Betio Island, Tarawa Atoll, 20-23 November, 1943. http://www.tarawa1943.com/pages/casualties%20tarawa.htm
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