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RAHamilton · 03-14-2004, 02:35 PM

Gentlemen:

I have a 1939 dated, code 42 luger that I believe may be reblued or reworked at some point in it's history, but I'm not sure? Hopefully, some of you more knowledgeable enthusiasts can provide me with some insight.

I will describe it as best I can, but will post some pictures with Ed's gracious assistance. The three digit serial number is #626 and the 26 appears on all small parts, which is consistent with the all matching number scheme.

The proof marks are as follows: E655, E655, followed by the Army test proof on right side of the receiver. Their also appears to be a small Army test proof on the left side of the front toggle link hinge. Under the barrel and behind the SN-626 appears the numbers 8/82. I'm not sure what this means, but again hopefully someone can help me to identify it.

The pistol is in pristine condition with no pitting, or other defects noticed. It does, however, appear to have been reblued or reworked at some point in it's history. I purchased this Luger approximately 20 years ago and have kept it secured with the others every since. Can any of you provide me with an estimated value both if it is indeed original, or a reblue/rework as I suspect?

I would appreciate any feedback any of you can provide me and I thank all of you in advance. This forum is great place for me to learn more about these fantastic weapons.

Best Regards,
Bob Hamilton

03-14-2004, 02:35 PM	#1
RAHamilton User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sioux City, Iowa Posts: 55 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	1939 Code 42 Luger Rework/Reblue? Gentlemen: I have a 1939 dated, code 42 luger that I believe may be reblued or reworked at some point in it's history, but I'm not sure? Hopefully, some of you more knowledgeable enthusiasts can provide me with some insight. I will describe it as best I can, but will post some pictures with Ed's gracious assistance. The three digit serial number is #626 and the 26 appears on all small parts, which is consistent with the all matching number scheme. The proof marks are as follows: E655, E655, followed by the Army test proof on right side of the receiver. Their also appears to be a small Army test proof on the left side of the front toggle link hinge. Under the barrel and behind the SN-626 appears the numbers 8/82. I'm not sure what this means, but again hopefully someone can help me to identify it. The pistol is in pristine condition with no pitting, or other defects noticed. It does, however, appear to have been reblued or reworked at some point in it's history. I purchased this Luger approximately 20 years ago and have kept it secured with the others every since. Can any of you provide me with an estimated value both if it is indeed original, or a reblue/rework as I suspect? I would appreciate any feedback any of you can provide me and I thank all of you in advance. This forum is great place for me to learn more about these fantastic weapons. Best Regards, Bob Hamilton