Estimate of Value, DWM Luger?

[Don M]

gotfish, some people call all DWM commercial Lugers manufactured from 1914 on "1914 Commercials," whether they were made before or after WWI. More modern nomenclature would classify this as an "Alphabet DWM Commercial" manufactured between 1921 and 1929. Knowing the lower-case script letter below the serial number on the front of the frame would allow a more precise dating. Another factor in valuing it is to know if it is 9-mm or .30 cal.

In any event, it is not likely to be worth more than $600-800, especially in today's depressed market. If you want it to help finance your son's college education, you may want to consider holding on to it for several years unless you have a really good investment opportunity for cash. It may appreciate more than most investments.