Army Test Luger (what to do?)

Ron Wood · 06-06-2011, 10:30 AM

It is not at all unusual for a Test Eagle to be mismatched. Both the Army and Bannerman cannibalized parts to make complete, functional guns.

If the toggle just "falls" open it probably indicates a broken or incorrectly engaged mainspring. Another possibility is a damaged or missing S-shaped link that couples the toggle to the mainspring.

Above all, do not restore the gun. It accomplishes nothing and will not enhance the value. Replace the mainspring if necessary and enjoy an important piece of American Luger history.

Like Ed, I would very much like to know the serial number(s) of this piece to add to the detailed data base that I maintain on US Test Trial Lugers.

Thank you,
Ron

06-06-2011, 10:30 AM	#5
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 7,051 Thanks: 1,119 Thanked 5,286 Times in 1,728 Posts	It is not at all unusual for a Test Eagle to be mismatched. Both the Army and Bannerman cannibalized parts to make complete, functional guns. If the toggle just "falls" open it probably indicates a broken or incorrectly engaged mainspring. Another possibility is a damaged or missing S-shaped link that couples the toggle to the mainspring. Above all, do not restore the gun. It accomplishes nothing and will not enhance the value. Replace the mainspring if necessary and enjoy an important piece of American Luger history. Like Ed, I would very much like to know the serial number(s) of this piece to add to the detailed data base that I maintain on US Test Trial Lugers. Thank you, Ron __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

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