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07-15-2010, 06:40 PM | #1 |
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1939 WWII Luger P.08
My dad brought this back from Italy in 1944 - 45. I've had it cleaned. Original holster but he carved his initials in the gunstock handles. How much is this thing worth?
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07-15-2010, 06:50 PM | #2 |
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Hi Alan, Welcome to the forum. Please post photos, we can't help you without them. Regards, Norm
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07-16-2010, 08:11 AM | #3 |
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Normally speaking, initials on gun- and or holsterparts decreases the value. But since you know it is your father who brought the gun back, and carved his initials in the grips, I wouldn't be too worried. It is always nice to have some sort of provenance with a gun.
Initially I was not too amuzed when I saw material that had GI 'property markings' on them, but lately I feel that it is just part of the history and it doesn't bother me that much. |
07-16-2010, 10:01 AM | #4 |
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Also, if you have the GI paperwork that would have accompanied bringing back this Luger to the USA, please scan a copy of it too...
Ed Tinker on this board is avidly collecting "bring back stories"... Please contact him if you have one to share: http://forum.lugerforum.com/showthre...g+back+stories A word of advice... Do as little as possible to your Luger until you've learned about values what collectors look for in a Luger. Get some penetrating oil that will protect the finish (like Rem Oil at WalMart) and make sure you keep it in a dry place with low humidity. Don't store it in the holster. An inexpensive soft zipper case is better. Marc |
07-16-2010, 03:15 PM | #5 |
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If it is a piece of your Dad's history, then it isn't just a gun, it's a family heirloom and it's priceless! Just my $0.02
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