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John D. · 04-26-2001, 09:39 PM

Welcome..!!

OK - on the left, you will see a link called TECHNICAL INFORMATION - just click there and then click on the PARTS DISASSEMBLY. That will guide you through the basic instructions..

As for only one mag - it shouldn't be a problem at all. But - remember, that these are nearly 100 years old, and the springs might be weak. Therefore, if you are having consistient feeding problems, you may want to look around for a spare. If that mag you have now "matches" your Luger - you may want to not use it to shoot with, but rather display your Lugar with..

As for ammo, you should find a good commercial brand should work - but you may want to stay away from "+P" loads as you are trying to achieve consistient feeding/cycling without battering the Luger's action. Everyone has a favorite depending on the "likes" of their own pistol. If you handload - I'm sure some of us could recommend their favorites as well...

Now - I have to say this too.... If your 1917 is in excellent condition and matching, you may want to consider limited use - and if you enjoy shooting a Luger, purchasing a "shooter" that you will not have to worry about harming if taken to the range on a regular basis..

Jon - again - WELCOME!! Let us know how it shoots or share any questions you have. Of course - pictures would be cool

Best to you!

John D.

04-26-2001, 09:39 PM	#2
John D. Administrator & Site Owner LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: A Little NE of Somewhere... Posts: 2,651 Thanks: 478 Thanked 517 Times in 129 Posts	Hi Jon...!! Welcome..!! OK - on the left, you will see a link called TECHNICAL INFORMATION - just click there and then click on the PARTS DISASSEMBLY. That will guide you through the basic instructions.. As for only one mag - it shouldn't be a problem at all. But - remember, that these are nearly 100 years old, and the springs might be weak. Therefore, if you are having consistient feeding problems, you may want to look around for a spare. If that mag you have now "matches" your Luger - you may want to not use it to shoot with, but rather display your Lugar with.. As for ammo, you should find a good commercial brand should work - but you may want to stay away from "+P" loads as you are trying to achieve consistient feeding/cycling without battering the Luger's action. Everyone has a favorite depending on the "likes" of their own pistol. If you handload - I'm sure some of us could recommend their favorites as well... Now - I have to say this too.... If your 1917 is in excellent condition and matching, you may want to consider limited use - and if you enjoy shooting a Luger, purchasing a "shooter" that you will not have to worry about harming if taken to the range on a regular basis.. Jon - again - WELCOME!! Let us know how it shoots or share any questions you have. Of course - pictures would be cool Best to you! John D.