[mrerick]

Gary, Kriegnoff and Navy Luger pistols are rather rare, and priced at a considerable premium if all is correct and they are collectable (original high percentage finish, all matching parts).

Because of the considerable premium in their prices, they are often faked. When you acquired these, that should have been clear to you. In fact, it surprised me that you would even consider marketing a very specialized Luger at a gun show unless you know experienced collectors will be there.

Navy Lugers were shipped in known serial number ranges, with well known characteristics. There are also specific characteristics that are found on Krieghoff Lugers of different periods. Detailed analysis of this information and well shot photos is the first step in determining authenticity. Many collectors will not make an offer on these without actually seeing them in person. If you look at sites like Simpson Ltd, it should be clear to you that thousands of dollars are at stake.

There is generally nobody at a local gun show that would consider offering you true value for one of your guns. They are not like more common Lugers. If I were to see one at a show, I would factor in the risk factor that they are often faked before making an offer, and a dealer won't take much if any risk.

Members at this board can help you determine authenticity and help with a market for them that will get you appropriate collector value. This will not be the retail value seen at the online dealer sites. They have to factor in overhead and the potential for problems with authenticity.

So... I understand that acute financial problems may be motivating you to sell your Lugers. Unfortunately, the need for analysis and verification will slow down acquisition by an experienced collector, and any other sale will likely involve compromise.

I don't have a dog in this hunt, and am not doubting what you have. Unfortunately I could not determine anything about authenticity from what you've posted either.