first timer...

bshad1234 · 09-28-2024, 10:18 AM

Hi folks,

Just joined this site as have had a luger in it's holster for 40 yrs in my dresser that am looking to sell, most likely, on gunbroker and was hoping for opinions as to it's worth? Not an aficionado by any means but can say it is a 1917 DWM P08 Imperial 9 mm with all matching serial #'s (#4740) except the magazine, no chips or cracks. Did take it to the local dealer who said it is in "very good" condition. Have tried to see recent purchases on GB but nothing that I could find that truly matches what i have but am thinking (including holster) around the $1400 range from the research that I could find so far, is this too unreasonable or inline from what you guys think?

Do worry about being a first timer on gunbroker as well as far as collector interest compared with all the reputable dealers that i am seeing on there.

Any advice would be appreciated as am new to all of this,
thank you!

Roadster 02 · 09-28-2024, 11:14 AM

I would give you 1400 for it.

Mac Cat · 09-28-2024, 01:37 PM

It looks pretty good to me.
1917 was a high production year, so it's not uncommon.
I see a lot of straw color remaining and it looks like the original finish.
The grips are in good shape and no obvious cracks or chips.

Look at the FAQs and check out the small parts for matching serial numbers.
The grips may or may not be numbered to the pistol.

Look for a date and manufacture stamp on the holster.

BTW, the serial number usually has a suffix that you would want to show.
Look at the frame front and under the barrel, too.

It would normally have a wood bottom magazine, but not matching isn't a big deal.

P.S. Don't store the pistol in the holster - use a gun rug or sock.

gunbugs · 09-28-2024, 01:49 PM

If you are going to list it on Gunbroker, 1400 is a good start. It may get bid up from there. Nice gun. Good luck!

f100 · 09-29-2024, 03:01 PM

Looks very original. When you offer it with pictures, the underside of the barrel will show the halos on the serial stampings , and a reflective picture of the bore condition, the front and rear of the grip straps bluing. Also, another way of storing is to cover it heavily in G96 gun oil and lightly wrap it in Saran Wrap . Put it safely back in it holster all protected and the oil stays well on your Luger.I feel it’s better than man made cloth zipper types as they will absorb the good gun protective oils away somewhat. The old leather won’t damage the finish anymore except for rubbing it against the finish pulling it out and in. Thanks for bringing it out for us to see.

09-28-2024, 10:18 AM	#1
bshad1234 New User Join Date: Sep 2024 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	first timer... Hi folks, Just joined this site as have had a luger in it's holster for 40 yrs in my dresser that am looking to sell, most likely, on gunbroker and was hoping for opinions as to it's worth? Not an aficionado by any means but can say it is a 1917 DWM P08 Imperial 9 mm with all matching serial #'s (#4740) except the magazine, no chips or cracks. Did take it to the local dealer who said it is in "very good" condition. Have tried to see recent purchases on GB but nothing that I could find that truly matches what i have but am thinking (including holster) around the $1400 range from the research that I could find so far, is this too unreasonable or inline from what you guys think? Do worry about being a first timer on gunbroker as well as far as collector interest compared with all the reputable dealers that i am seeing on there. Any advice would be appreciated as am new to all of this, thank you! Attached Thumbnails

09-29-2024, 03:01 PM	#5
f100 User Join Date: May 2024 Location: Hayden Idaho Posts: 22 Thanks: 33 Thanked 58 Times in 13 Posts	1917 p.08 Looks very original. When you offer it with pictures, the underside of the barrel will show the halos on the serial stampings , and a reflective picture of the bore condition, the front and rear of the grip straps bluing. Also, another way of storing is to cover it heavily in G96 gun oil and lightly wrap it in Saran Wrap . Put it safely back in it holster all protected and the oil stays well on your Luger.I feel it’s better than man made cloth zipper types as they will absorb the good gun protective oils away somewhat. The old leather won’t damage the finish anymore except for rubbing it against the finish pulling it out and in. Thanks for bringing it out for us to see.

09-28-2024, 11:14 AM	#2
Roadster 02 User Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Rocky Mountain High Posts: 310 Thanks: 173 Thanked 247 Times in 85 Posts	I would give you 1400 for it.

09-28-2024, 01:37 PM	#3
Mac Cat Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 723 Thanks: 2,085 Thanked 603 Times in 325 Posts	It looks pretty good to me. 1917 was a high production year, so it's not uncommon. I see a lot of straw color remaining and it looks like the original finish. The grips are in good shape and no obvious cracks or chips. Look at the FAQs and check out the small parts for matching serial numbers. The grips may or may not be numbered to the pistol. Look for a date and manufacture stamp on the holster. BTW, the serial number usually has a suffix that you would want to show. Look at the frame front and under the barrel, too. It would normally have a wood bottom magazine, but not matching isn't a big deal. P.S. Don't store the pistol in the holster - use a gun rug or sock.

09-28-2024, 01:49 PM	#4
gunbugs Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska. Home of the best moose. Posts: 657 Thanks: 361 Thanked 1,175 Times in 393 Posts	If you are going to list it on Gunbroker, 1400 is a good start. It may get bid up from there. Nice gun. Good luck!