safety first

michael grady · 12-21-2011, 10:55 PM

Hi guys...

So, other than usual gun/pistol safety, are there any special concerns with the use/firing of the WWII era Luger?

Thanks!

Michael

alanint · 12-21-2011, 11:10 PM

If the gun is new to you, have it checked by a competent gunsmith before shooting it. Use Winchester White Box ammo, which seems to give the best results for most Lugers. Don't carry it around with a round in the chamber, as the whole safety-sear-trigger mechanism is a bit Rube Goldberg-ish and not 100% trustworthy. Make sure the magazines are in good condition, as any damage to the lips or to the magazine catch ledge will cause stovepipes and jams.

DavidJayUden · 12-21-2011, 11:19 PM

I'm concerned by the nature of your question. What is your level of experience with firearms?
There are some instructional videos on YouTube that may help familiarize you with the mechanations of the Luger, some better than others.
Also recall that the Luger can fire from a loaded top end even though the pistol is disassembled.
Make certain that the toggle closes completely before firing. Clean and lightly lube the gun first.
To me it is all just common sense, but if you are unsure of anything please ask!
dju

michael grady · 12-22-2011, 12:38 AM

Hi David,

Thank you for the concern....I have a pretty fair amount of experience with firearms. However, I have no experience at all with the Luger. I was just wondering if there was a particular precaution with this gun.

Best,

Michael

Curly1 · 12-22-2011, 01:09 AM

If you remove the left grip be very careful that you do not chip a piece of the grip off that is under the safety if it hasn't been chipped already.

michael grady · 12-22-2011, 09:32 AM

Gary....that's the 'million dollar' chip, no?

Michael

alanint · 12-22-2011, 11:11 AM

Yes, it devalues collector guns somewhat and looks really ugly to boot!

12-21-2011, 10:55 PM	#1
michael grady User Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 12 Thanks: 11 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	safety first Hi guys... So, other than usual gun/pistol safety, are there any special concerns with the use/firing of the WWII era Luger? Thanks! Michael

12-22-2011, 01:09 AM	#5
Curly1 User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Upstate New York Posts: 1,238 Thanks: 117 Thanked 713 Times in 370 Posts	If you remove the left grip be very careful that you do not chip a piece of the grip off that is under the safety if it hasn't been chipped already. __________________ Laugh hard and often. Gary

12-21-2011, 11:10 PM	#2
alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,916 Times in 1,192 Posts	If the gun is new to you, have it checked by a competent gunsmith before shooting it. Use Winchester White Box ammo, which seems to give the best results for most Lugers. Don't carry it around with a round in the chamber, as the whole safety-sear-trigger mechanism is a bit Rube Goldberg-ish and not 100% trustworthy. Make sure the magazines are in good condition, as any damage to the lips or to the magazine catch ledge will cause stovepipes and jams.

12-21-2011, 11:19 PM	#3
DavidJayUden Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,047 Thanks: 578 Thanked 1,414 Times in 887 Posts	I'm concerned by the nature of your question. What is your level of experience with firearms? There are some instructional videos on YouTube that may help familiarize you with the mechanations of the Luger, some better than others. Also recall that the Luger can fire from a loaded top end even though the pistol is disassembled. Make certain that the toggle closes completely before firing. Clean and lightly lube the gun first. To me it is all just common sense, but if you are unsure of anything please ask! dju

12-22-2011, 12:38 AM	#4
michael grady User Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 12 Thanks: 11 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hi David, Thank you for the concern....I have a pretty fair amount of experience with firearms. However, I have no experience at all with the Luger. I was just wondering if there was a particular precaution with this gun. Best, Michael

12-22-2011, 09:32 AM	#6
michael grady User Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 12 Thanks: 11 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Gary....that's the 'million dollar' chip, no? Michael

12-22-2011, 11:11 AM	#7
alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,916 Times in 1,192 Posts	Yes, it devalues collector guns somewhat and looks really ugly to boot!