Hello!

deafdave3 · 07-26-2010, 02:02 AM

Hello. New kid here. I shouldn't say kid; I'm about to be 40. Anyway, I'm not much of a genius when it comes to Lugers and collecting them. However, my father is, very much. He finally got me interested in collecting them, but I feel as though I must do quit a bit of studying before jumping in head first. So, that's my short story! I'm here to learn about the wonderful world of Lugers!

policeluger · 07-26-2010, 03:45 AM

big welcome, tell folks what part of the country you are from, perhaps partner up with a senior member at local gun show and learn as you go along......you'll never be sorry for buying good books.....and of course you got LF at the ready.....

Edward Tinker · 07-26-2010, 05:23 AM

Dave welcome!

Yes, read the FAQ, read through posts, figure out what era and kind of lugers you like.

Read the "stickies" at the top of each part of the forum, i.e. New collectors, has a bunch to read, to include, "books I oughter buy".

Ed

Ice · 07-26-2010, 05:59 AM

Welcome to the forum. Theres lots to learn and lots to share.

Charlie

mrerick · 07-26-2010, 11:11 AM

Sounds like your Father's collection could be a great jumping off point. It's like having your own personal museum to consult as you study.

Get to know the different eras, and the history. If your father doesn't have Luger reference books, you could complement his collection by getting some. Fred Datig's "The Luger Pistol" and John Walter's "The Luger Story" are good starting points, and not too expensive. Amazon is your friend...

Marc

deafdave3 · 07-26-2010, 06:45 PM

Thanks, guys! I appreciate your suggestions about the books. My dad has the following books in his home:

"Imperial Lugers", "Weimer Lugers", "Third Reich Lugers" and "Central Power Lugers"; all four by Mr. Jan Still.

"Lugers at Random" by Mr. Kenyon, and signed by Mr. Kenyon.

"Krieghoff Lugers" by Mr. Randal Gibson and signed by Mr. Gibson.

He also has a book by Mr. Aaron Davis, but he told me not to put much faith in that one.

In addition to all of those, he also has "Luger Variations" by Mr. Jones and "The Luger Pistol" by Mr. Fred Datig.

He has informed me that he recently added to his collection a work by Mr. Don Hallock.

I think these should keep me busy for a while! Many thanks for the welcomes and kind words!

deafdave3 · 07-26-2010, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by policeluger

big welcome, tell folks what part of the country you are from, perhaps partner up with a senior member at local gun show and learn as you go along......you'll never be sorry for buying good books.....and of course you got LF at the ready.....

Sorry! I'm from Cajun Country, deep in South Louisiana.

Edward Tinker · 07-26-2010, 10:35 PM

Shoulda noticed the accent

Since the last name is the same as "Mike" I bet you are in good hands, IF you are willing to listen to the "ole" man. I think he also has a copy of Simson Luger's, if not, tell him to buy it.

If not, my son is 27 and I deal with him prety well, but sometimes you just want to talk and not listen to dad.

so, here's my email, its also my messenger, but my background is security, so I'll ignore most requests if I don't know you.

ed_tinker@hotmail.com

Ed

John Sabato · 07-27-2010, 08:10 AM

Dave, in addition to his books, your Dad is a very special and knowledgeable collector (and a friend of mine)... it's just like the old E.F. Hutton commercials... When he talks (Especially about Lugers) you should listen.

Welcome to the Lugerforum.

07-26-2010, 02:02 AM	#1
deafdave3 User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cajun Country, LA Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hello! Hello. New kid here. I shouldn't say kid; I'm about to be 40. Anyway, I'm not much of a genius when it comes to Lugers and collecting them. However, my father is, very much. He finally got me interested in collecting them, but I feel as though I must do quit a bit of studying before jumping in head first. So, that's my short story! I'm here to learn about the wonderful world of Lugers!

07-26-2010, 05:23 AM	#3
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,966 Thanks: 2,066 Thanked 4,595 Times in 2,116 Posts	Dave welcome! Yes, read the FAQ, read through posts, figure out what era and kind of lugers you like. Read the "stickies" at the top of each part of the forum, i.e. New collectors, has a bunch to read, to include, "books I oughter buy". Ed __________________ Edward Tinker ************ Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV

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John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,156 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,308 Times in 1,098 Posts	Dave, in addition to his books, your Dad is a very special and knowledgeable collector (and a friend of mine)... it's just like the old E.F. Hutton commercials... When he talks (Especially about Lugers) you should listen. Welcome to the Lugerforum. __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

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policeluger RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ca. Posts: 2,141 Thanks: 8 Thanked 89 Times in 54 Posts	big welcome, tell folks what part of the country you are from, perhaps partner up with a senior member at local gun show and learn as you go along......you'll never be sorry for buying good books.....and of course you got LF at the ready.....

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Ice User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 552 Thanks: 13 Thanked 69 Times in 57 Posts	Welcome to the forum. Theres lots to learn and lots to share. Charlie

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mrerick Super Moderator - Patron LugerForum Life Patron Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Eastern North Carolina, USA Posts: 3,920 Thanks: 1,377 Thanked 3,135 Times in 1,518 Posts	Sounds like your Father's collection could be a great jumping off point. It's like having your own personal museum to consult as you study. Get to know the different eras, and the history. If your father doesn't have Luger reference books, you could complement his collection by getting some. Fred Datig's "The Luger Pistol" and John Walter's "The Luger Story" are good starting points, and not too expensive. Amazon is your friend... Marc

07-26-2010, 06:45 PM	#6
deafdave3 User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cajun Country, LA Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks, guys! I appreciate your suggestions about the books. My dad has the following books in his home: "Imperial Lugers", "Weimer Lugers", "Third Reich Lugers" and "Central Power Lugers"; all four by Mr. Jan Still. "Lugers at Random" by Mr. Kenyon, and signed by Mr. Kenyon. "Krieghoff Lugers" by Mr. Randal Gibson and signed by Mr. Gibson. He also has a book by Mr. Aaron Davis, but he told me not to put much faith in that one. In addition to all of those, he also has "Luger Variations" by Mr. Jones and "The Luger Pistol" by Mr. Fred Datig. He has informed me that he recently added to his collection a work by Mr. Don Hallock. I think these should keep me busy for a while! Many thanks for the welcomes and kind words!

07-26-2010, 10:35 PM	#8
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,966 Thanks: 2,066 Thanked 4,595 Times in 2,116 Posts	Shoulda noticed the accent Since the last name is the same as "Mike" I bet you are in good hands, IF you are willing to listen to the "ole" man. I think he also has a copy of Simson Luger's, if not, tell him to buy it. If not, my son is 27 and I deal with him prety well, but sometimes you just want to talk and not listen to dad. so, here's my email, its also my messenger, but my background is security, so I'll ignore most requests if I don't know you. ed_tinker@hotmail.com Ed