I know that one estate has a for sale ad on this site now. Many of the auction houses have been handling Lugers from estates too. From Sturgess' collection through unnamed owners with unique collections (a bunch of Portuguese Lugers sold a couple of weeks ago).
They are hammer down auction houses with live in person auctions that are extended by online bidding. The process is imperfect, and some of the buyer premiums are frankly excessive, but there are some interesting buys to be had.
Patience and some looking around will help you get a feel for what is coming on the market.
Rock Island Auction
Carol Watson's Orange County Auctions
Cowan's Auction
James D. Julia Auctioneers
just to name a few.
If you're going to go the auction route, take some time to just observe them. Set an absolute maximum you're willing to spend (after considering the shippng and buyer's premium - which can be significant), and don't get caught up in the emotions of bidding.
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