Is there a Houston area Luger gunsmith?

Jack M · 11-29-2008, 09:20 PM

I own two Lugers: One is a 1918 Mauser with all matching numbers, including the magazine; and a DMW with no date stamp. It has a "G" stamped where the date normally is. The numbers, only 3 of them, do match. I've read that my DMW is a "commercial" because it lacks a date, But, I've also heard that, during the early 30s, Luger manufacturers didn't date stamp so they couldn't be accused of violating non-manufacturing rules set down by the Versilles Treaty.

My DWM has been excellently refinished in chrome, and has non-mil spec smooth wooden grips. With one exception, it seems to function normally. I bought it two weeks ago, and haven't shot it yet.

The one exception is a loose safety lever, and I'm guessing that the link to the safety bar or the lever pin was damaged from a careless take down. The safety bar operates as it should. but the safety lever is somewhat loose, and whatever is damaged needs to be repaired to get it right and give me peace of mind.

As the thread title suggests, I'm looking for a Houston area gunsmith who is adept at handling Lugers, and can make the necessary repairs. I'm aware of the 2 or 3 methods for correcting a loose safety lever, but do not want to attempt a correction myself.

Sure would appreciate some recommendations, even if it's for a sure handed amatuer gunsmith that knows Lugers.

Also, any comments would be appreciated regarding my above statements about no date stamp, only 3 numbers, and "commercial".

11-29-2008, 09:20 PM	#1
Jack M User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seabrook, Texas Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Is there a Houston area Luger gunsmith? I own two Lugers: One is a 1918 Mauser with all matching numbers, including the magazine; and a DMW with no date stamp. It has a "G" stamped where the date normally is. The numbers, only 3 of them, do match. I've read that my DMW is a "commercial" because it lacks a date, But, I've also heard that, during the early 30s, Luger manufacturers didn't date stamp so they couldn't be accused of violating non-manufacturing rules set down by the Versilles Treaty. My DWM has been excellently refinished in chrome, and has non-mil spec smooth wooden grips. With one exception, it seems to function normally. I bought it two weeks ago, and haven't shot it yet. The one exception is a loose safety lever, and I'm guessing that the link to the safety bar or the lever pin was damaged from a careless take down. The safety bar operates as it should. but the safety lever is somewhat loose, and whatever is damaged needs to be repaired to get it right and give me peace of mind. As the thread title suggests, I'm looking for a Houston area gunsmith who is adept at handling Lugers, and can make the necessary repairs. I'm aware of the 2 or 3 methods for correcting a loose safety lever, but do not want to attempt a correction myself. Sure would appreciate some recommendations, even if it's for a sure handed amatuer gunsmith that knows Lugers. Also, any comments would be appreciated regarding my above statements about no date stamp, only 3 numbers, and "commercial".