Saw this one........

usmc69 · 12-02-2011, 05:21 PM

Saw this one for sale. http://www.gunauction.com/search/dis...emnum=10689060

DavidJayUden · 12-02-2011, 06:33 PM

I assume that this is your gun for sale. So let's talk about it. It appears to be a mismatched 1918 DWM, with the wrong era magazine. Overall good shape. How does it function, and what do you think it is worth in today's market?
dju

sheepherder · 12-02-2011, 08:31 PM

Hmmm...I wonder what the grip strap stamping means...

142.R.4.11.

usmc69 · 12-02-2011, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DavidJayUden

I assume that this is your gun for sale. So let's talk about it. It appears to be a mismatched 1918 DWM, with the wrong era magazine. Overall good shape. How does it function, and what do you think it is worth in today's market?
dju

Nope, it is not mine.

DavidJayUden · 12-02-2011, 11:38 PM

OK, I was misled by the FL location of the gun. What are your thoughts or questions on it?
dju

usmc69 · 12-03-2011, 12:03 AM

Just thought I'd pass it along. I like the looks of the Luger, but don't really like shooting them. Therefore, I don't own any or need any. Don't own what I don't shoot.

DavidJayUden · 12-03-2011, 12:33 AM

What don't you like about shooting them?

usmc69 · 12-03-2011, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by DavidJayUden

What don't you like about shooting them?

I have yet to find one with what I consider a really decent trigger pull. I truthfully think they are finely crafted pieces and a work of art to look at. It is just that the triggers leave a lot to be desired. Also I am no real fan of the 9MM round. If I could find one in .45 ACP with a great trigger pull I would be a happy camper.

DavidJayUden · 12-03-2011, 01:21 AM

OK, you got me there. Trigger pulls are usually less than perfect and we are generally stuck with the 9mm. I guess when you are so enamered with their feel, history and craftsmanship you tend to overlook (or tolerate) their shortcomings. Besides, there are enough 1911 clones and Glocks at the range.
dju

usmc69 · 12-03-2011, 01:28 AM

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Originally Posted by DavidJayUden

OK, you got me there. Trigger pulls are usually less than perfect and we are generally stuck with the 9mm. I guess when you are so enamered with their feel, history and craftsmanship you tend to overlook (or tolerate) their shortcomings. Besides, there are enough 1911 clones and Glocks at the range.
dju

I'll confess I am addicted to M1911's. I am down to two of them. One is a M1911 Colt manufactured in 1918 (it is a shooter) and a Gold Cup.

12-02-2011, 05:21 PM	#1
usmc69 User Join Date: May 2009 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 28 Thanks: 8 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Saw this one........ Saw this one for sale. http://www.gunauction.com/search/dis...emnum=10689060

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sheepherder Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: ...on the 'ol Erie Canal... Posts: 8,208 Thanks: 1,425 Thanked 4,474 Times in 2,343 Posts	Hmmm...I wonder what the grip strap stamping means... 142.R.4.11. __________________ I like my coffee the way I like my women... ...Cold and bitter...

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DavidJayUden Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,047 Thanks: 578 Thanked 1,414 Times in 887 Posts	I assume that this is your gun for sale. So let's talk about it. It appears to be a mismatched 1918 DWM, with the wrong era magazine. Overall good shape. How does it function, and what do you think it is worth in today's market? dju

12-02-2011, 11:38 PM	#5
DavidJayUden Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,047 Thanks: 578 Thanked 1,414 Times in 887 Posts	OK, I was misled by the FL location of the gun. What are your thoughts or questions on it? dju

12-03-2011, 12:03 AM	#6
usmc69 User Join Date: May 2009 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 28 Thanks: 8 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Just thought I'd pass it along. I like the looks of the Luger, but don't really like shooting them. Therefore, I don't own any or need any. Don't own what I don't shoot.

12-03-2011, 12:33 AM	#7
DavidJayUden Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,047 Thanks: 578 Thanked 1,414 Times in 887 Posts	What don't you like about shooting them?

12-03-2011, 01:21 AM	#9
DavidJayUden Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,047 Thanks: 578 Thanked 1,414 Times in 887 Posts	OK, you got me there. Trigger pulls are usually less than perfect and we are generally stuck with the 9mm. I guess when you are so enamered with their feel, history and craftsmanship you tend to overlook (or tolerate) their shortcomings. Besides, there are enough 1911 clones and Glocks at the range. dju