I'm not believin' this...

SteveM · 12-03-2004, 12:44 PM

This one is obviously not correct. Anyone else see any problems with this piece?

http://www.auctionarms.com/search/di...temnum=6255212

It's things like this that are driving up prices. I am gonna have to find me another hobby.

saxman · 12-03-2004, 12:54 PM

Overbuffed? Reblued? Strawed parts? Looks like a shooter to me.

Frankp · 12-03-2004, 01:02 PM

That's been up for auction for a few weeks now. I looked at it and being a novice collector thought something didn't look right with it. Glad I passed on it

John Sabato · 12-03-2004, 01:07 PM

By 1938, all military issue (S/42) Lugers were being totally blued... no straw parts. This piece is way over-priced.

I also agree that the piece has been buffed and reblued. A good shooter at the starting price... but out of sight now. Obviously, the bidders are NOT members of the Lugerforum

Roadkill · 12-03-2004, 03:34 PM

Made a stop at the local pawn shop earlier today, owner pulled out a very nice 1937 S42, 95% at least, very tight, original grips, side plate didn't match, Schmeiser magazine 0069, price was $850. They ain't getting any cheaper.

rk

John Sabato · 12-03-2004, 03:58 PM

RK, that mag is worth at least $100.00 all by itself if it is in good condition... a shame about the mismatched sideplate...

Roadkill · 12-03-2004, 09:09 PM

Yup. I looked at it. I thought about it. I walked away. But then I returned. The owner nonchalantly edged it a little closer to me on the counter. He positioned it slightly to my left so the lighting would reflect softly down the slender gleaming barrel. It caused, well, feelings. I picked the gun up again and studied it closely. The date on the chamber reverberated faintly the rhythmic tromp of hobnailed boots to the sound of marching music. "Hoch die Fahne, hoch hoch hoch!" I held it closely, caressingly, gently touching and knowlingly exploring its fine detailed lines and smooth curves. Its subtle alluring scent of fine machine oil caused my nostrils to flare and my breathing quickened as my heart beat increased. I noticed an imperceptible, all but to me, tremor in my hands. I thought of the hands who might have held this same firearm and the situations in which it most probably had been used. A panzer grenadier on a PKW crossing the plains in Silesia in '39. A Pioneer Feldwebel assaulting the Belgian frontier in 1940. A Landser Feldwebel in the Ukraine in 42. The owner had already placed a yellow sheet of paper in front of me and asked me for my driver's license. The pen was ready. But, with a great display of sadness and willpower, I declined. I left. And, all things willing, this too will pass.

rk

Thor · 12-03-2004, 09:15 PM

Getting a case of "the shakes" is a dead give away that I a goner when considering a firearm purchase! I think your self control is admirable!

Edward Tinker · 12-03-2004, 09:15 PM

For goodness sake, DON'T GO BACK!!!

cuz, the wantthislugerrightnow bug will overtake you!

Ron Wood · 12-03-2004, 09:56 PM

RK,
"Better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all"...or some silly quote like that ("Flared nostrils"!!? - Egad! Where are the censors when you need them?)

DougT · 12-03-2004, 10:10 PM

Roadkill, you go right back there tomorrow and buy it! What's the difference if a couple of little numbers on a part don't match, as long as it's a sound gun otherwise? Give it a good home, and then there will be a happy ending to this otherwise sad story. This is the Christmas Season, so consider it your "Charlie Brown" luger. Enjoy!
DougT

Edward Tinker · 12-03-2004, 10:11 PM

Doug, you know you aren't supposed to encourage people in this state of mind!

DougT · 12-03-2004, 10:17 PM

Edward, he's already there--he just needs a little push! I think the idea of a "Charlie Brown" Christmas luger is charming, don't you?
DougT

Edward Tinker · 12-03-2004, 10:36 PM

Of course, I am on my way to getting one for x-mas too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="eek.gif" />

Ron Smith · 12-03-2004, 10:55 PM

After reading Rk's dissertation. I don't think I'll ever be able to look at a Luger the same way again.

I need a cold shower and a cigarette

DougT · 12-04-2004, 12:03 AM

Ron, how about a warm Luger and a good cigar instead? LOL
DougT

Ron Smith · 12-04-2004, 09:38 AM

Doug,

Nothing better than a good cigar. Especially if it's wrapped in a glass of good Brandy. My version of Euphoria.

A Luger, I'll take at any temperature. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />

Ron

Roadkill · 12-04-2004, 11:11 AM

Thanks. I'll get over it.

rk

12-03-2004, 12:44 PM	#1
SteveM User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,016 Thanks: 94 Thanked 275 Times in 137 Posts	I'm not believin' this... This one is obviously not correct. Anyone else see any problems with this piece? http://www.auctionarms.com/search/di...temnum=6255212 It's things like this that are driving up prices. I am gonna have to find me another hobby.

12-03-2004, 12:54 PM	#2
saxman User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 301 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Overbuffed? Reblued? Strawed parts? Looks like a shooter to me. __________________ You can lead 'em to the water, but you can't make 'em drink.

12-03-2004, 01:02 PM	#3
Frankp User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: St Charles MO Posts: 9 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	That's been up for auction for a few weeks now. I looked at it and being a novice collector thought something didn't look right with it. Glad I passed on it __________________ Frank

12-03-2004, 01:07 PM	#4
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,155 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,308 Times in 1,098 Posts	By 1938, all military issue (S/42) Lugers were being totally blued... no straw parts. This piece is way over-priced. I also agree that the piece has been buffed and reblued. A good shooter at the starting price... but out of sight now. Obviously, the bidders are NOT members of 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..."*

12-03-2004, 03:58 PM	#6
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,155 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,308 Times in 1,098 Posts	RK, that mag is worth at least $100.00 all by itself if it is in good condition... a shame about the mismatched sideplate... __________________ 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..."*

12-03-2004, 03:34 PM	#5
Roadkill User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 1,634 Thanks: 1 Thanked 28 Times in 17 Posts	Made a stop at the local pawn shop earlier today, owner pulled out a very nice 1937 S42, 95% at least, very tight, original grips, side plate didn't match, Schmeiser magazine 0069, price was $850. They ain't getting any cheaper. rk

12-03-2004, 09:09 PM	#7
Roadkill User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 1,634 Thanks: 1 Thanked 28 Times in 17 Posts	Yup. I looked at it. I thought about it. I walked away. But then I returned. The owner nonchalantly edged it a little closer to me on the counter. He positioned it slightly to my left so the lighting would reflect softly down the slender gleaming barrel. It caused, well, feelings. I picked the gun up again and studied it closely. The date on the chamber reverberated faintly the rhythmic tromp of hobnailed boots to the sound of marching music. "Hoch die Fahne, hoch hoch hoch!" I held it closely, caressingly, gently touching and knowlingly exploring its fine detailed lines and smooth curves. Its subtle alluring scent of fine machine oil caused my nostrils to flare and my breathing quickened as my heart beat increased. I noticed an imperceptible, all but to me, tremor in my hands. I thought of the hands who might have held this same firearm and the situations in which it most probably had been used. A panzer grenadier on a PKW crossing the plains in Silesia in '39. A Pioneer Feldwebel assaulting the Belgian frontier in 1940. A Landser Feldwebel in the Ukraine in 42. The owner had already placed a yellow sheet of paper in front of me and asked me for my driver's license. The pen was ready. But, with a great display of sadness and willpower, I declined. I left. And, all things willing, this too will pass. rk

12-03-2004, 09:15 PM	#8
Thor User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Rio Rancho, New Mexico Posts: 4,583 Thanks: 958 Thanked 970 Times in 276 Posts	Getting a case of "the shakes" is a dead give away that I a goner when considering a firearm purchase! I think your self control is admirable! __________________ Thor's Luger Clinic http://members.rennlist.com/lugerman/ Ted Green (Thor Yaller Boots) 725 Western Hills Dr SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 915-526-8925 Email thor340@aol.com ----------------------------------- John3:3 Jesus answered and said to him, "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God."

12-03-2004, 09:15 PM	#9
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,960 Thanks: 2,062 Thanked 4,591 Times in 2,114 Posts	For goodness sake, DON'T GO BACK!!! cuz, the wantthislugerrightnow bug will overtake you! __________________ 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

12-03-2004, 09:56 PM	#10
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 7,035 Thanks: 1,106 Thanked 5,239 Times in 1,718 Posts	RK, "Better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all"...or some silly quote like that ("Flared nostrils"!!? - Egad! Where are the censors when you need them?) __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

12-03-2004, 10:10 PM	#11
DougT User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 171 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Roadkill, you go right back there tomorrow and buy it! What's the difference if a couple of little numbers on a part don't match, as long as it's a sound gun otherwise? Give it a good home, and then there will be a happy ending to this otherwise sad story. This is the Christmas Season, so consider it your "Charlie Brown" luger. Enjoy! DougT

12-03-2004, 10:11 PM	#12
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,960 Thanks: 2,062 Thanked 4,591 Times in 2,114 Posts	Doug, you know you aren't supposed to encourage people in this state of mind! __________________ 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

12-03-2004, 10:17 PM	#13
DougT User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 171 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Edward, he's already there--he just needs a little push! I think the idea of a "Charlie Brown" Christmas luger is charming, don't you? DougT

12-03-2004, 10:36 PM	#14
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,960 Thanks: 2,062 Thanked 4,591 Times in 2,114 Posts	Of course, I am on my way to getting one for x-mas too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="eek.gif" /> __________________ 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

12-03-2004, 10:55 PM	#15
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	After reading Rk's dissertation. I don't think I'll ever be able to look at a Luger the same way again. I need a cold shower and a cigarette __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

12-04-2004, 12:03 AM	#16
DougT User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 171 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Ron, how about a warm Luger and a good cigar instead? LOL DougT

12-04-2004, 09:38 AM	#17
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Doug, Nothing better than a good cigar. Especially if it's wrapped in a glass of good Brandy. My version of Euphoria. A Luger, I'll take at any temperature. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

12-04-2004, 11:11 AM	#18
Roadkill User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 1,634 Thanks: 1 Thanked 28 Times in 17 Posts	Thanks. I'll get over it. rk