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04-12-2002, 11:34 AM

When the Lugers were new, they were indeed state of the art.

The guns were generally used by officers or police, and as such, weren't subjected to the same conditions the enlisted men faced on a daily basis.

The "mystique" of the Luger is in it's timeless ergonomic design, it's abilities as a natural pointer, it's fine craftsmanship, the "history written in steel" aspects, and it's very unique action.

9mm was chosen for it's wounding abilities, not necessarily for it's killing potential, as a great deal more enemy resources were tied up with a wounded soldier than with a dead one.

They are the most universally recognized handgun design, and stand out from all others.

Plus, to hold one, just feels *different* and special.

04-12-2002, 11:34 AM	#9
Hannah Guest Posts: n/a	Luger Mystique When the Lugers were new, they were indeed state of the art. The guns were generally used by officers or police, and as such, weren't subjected to the same conditions the enlisted men faced on a daily basis. The "mystique" of the Luger is in it's timeless ergonomic design, it's abilities as a natural pointer, it's fine craftsmanship, the "history written in steel" aspects, and it's very unique action. 9mm was chosen for it's wounding abilities, not necessarily for it's killing potential, as a great deal more enemy resources were tied up with a wounded soldier than with a dead one. They are the most universally recognized handgun design, and stand out from all others. Plus, to hold one, just feels different and special.