Sharing & Questions - Family Luger

[Sieger]

Originally Posted by JohnFalc

Thanks for the feedback fellows.
I am disappointed at the advice not to shoot the pistol - I'll take that to heart but don't think I can resist going out to the range one more time. I shot about 50 rounds about six months ago and she worked really great.

John

John:

If it were mine, I'd put a thousand rounds a week through it!!

Be that as it may, if you are not familier with reloading for a Luger or just what commercial ammo is a close approximation to the original German load, I'd take the other responder's advice and just keep it well cleaned and oiled.

After cleaning the bore and all metal surfaces with your favorite bore cleaner and a few soft cotton patches (to remove surface oxidation) I'd whip it down with some Breakfree CLP about every few months or so. Salty fingerprints will cause rust, so remember to whip it down after each examination. In the photos, the pistol does look very "dry".

Just how did your grandfather end up in the 91st in 1968?

Sieger