Fair price on a byf 42?

roger rabbit · 06-18-2007, 09:51 PM

As is indicated by my question I am not a Luger collector. I just happened to stumble upon one at a local shop last week. The dealer is very reputable and I have dealt with him often but on guns with which I am more familiar. The Luger in question appears to be in excellent original condition. The only bluing wear is slight thinning on some edges and a small quarter inch bare spot on the front grip strap. No rust, no pits. Numbers match to include the magazine which does have a chipped base plate. He has an aluminum replacement base plate from another magazine which he will furnish to the buyer. Bore is nearly pristine with no visible pitting. Grips are likewise very good with sharp checkering. It's priced at $1150. Is the price in the ballpark? No photos available. I'm tempted.

06-18-2007, 09:51 PM	#1
roger rabbit User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: texas Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Fair price on a byf 42? As is indicated by my question I am not a Luger collector. I just happened to stumble upon one at a local shop last week. The dealer is very reputable and I have dealt with him often but on guns with which I am more familiar. The Luger in question appears to be in excellent original condition. The only bluing wear is slight thinning on some edges and a small quarter inch bare spot on the front grip strap. No rust, no pits. Numbers match to include the magazine which does have a chipped base plate. He has an aluminum replacement base plate from another magazine which he will furnish to the buyer. Bore is nearly pristine with no visible pitting. Grips are likewise very good with sharp checkering. It's priced at $1150. Is the price in the ballpark? No photos available. I'm tempted.