Black Widow Luger

[John Sabato]

I tend to agree with Gerben... these coarse checkered black plastic grips are not representative of even post-war East German craftsmanship and I believe they are Russian in origin.

The more common VoPo grips are a very quality item and the checkering on the plastic comes pretty close to the quality found on "black widow" style grips..

As to finish, the Russians weren't known for smooth finish, just functionality. So this pistol probably had a good finish on it when captured... and the Captors just dipped it with all the rest...

The holster IS in good condition, but has been dyed black as evidenced by the black stitches...

I agree with the overall value as a shooter to be in the $500.00 ballpark and the holster is probably worth a couple of hundred if it is original and not a reproduction.

So, in conclusion, IMHO I think this is a Russian captured Luger rework...