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mrerick · 02-13-2017, 10:15 AM

Your Luger was made in 1939 by Mauser in Oberndorf. The "42" is Mauser's concealment code during that early part of the war.

The serial number will also include a suffix letter which appears on the frame above the trigger guard in the front.

It's very hard to judge finish in flash photographs. It does give the impression of a poor pitted finish that may have been refinished. In the USA the value would be $800 or so if it is fully functional. Your prices may vary quite a bit. I think it's overpriced.

If you are interested in a Luger, you really should look over our FAQs.

Marc

02-13-2017, 10:15 AM	#11
mrerick Super Moderator - Patron LugerForum Life Patron Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Eastern North Carolina, USA Posts: 3,920 Thanks: 1,377 Thanked 3,135 Times in 1,518 Posts	Your Luger was made in 1939 by Mauser in Oberndorf. The "42" is Mauser's concealment code during that early part of the war. The serial number will also include a suffix letter which appears on the frame above the trigger guard in the front. It's very hard to judge finish in flash photographs. It does give the impression of a poor pitted finish that may have been refinished. In the USA the value would be $800 or so if it is fully functional. Your prices may vary quite a bit. I think it's overpriced. If you are interested in a Luger, you really should look over our FAQs. Marc __________________ Igitur si vis pacem, para bellum - - Therefore if you want peace, prepare for war.