East Geman Rework Value

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by mrerick

These VoPo pistols can vary quite a bit in price.
Some of these have a "dip" style refinish.
As a good shooter:
More than $500... Less than $800...
Marc

Originally Posted by alanint

This Luger is a cobbled together East German rework.

Value right now would be in the $600 range, depending on whether it shoots.

These East German arsenal rebuilds are becoming collectible in their own right, with price commensurate with condition. There seems to be at least two different types of re-finishing; a light dip and a heavy tar-like finish. I have a P-38 with the light dip and it is more attractive than many war time finishes.

I take exception to the 'cobbled together' description. These were inspected and assembled to the same arsenal specifications as wartime pistols; in some cases by the same armorers and the same arsenal(s).

If it was in good condition, light dip (NO buffing!), and presentable, I'd say it would get $800 - $900 at a gun show, maybe more depending on geographical location. The $600 figure would be to a Luger collector; a person looking for high end collectibles, not your common buyer who just wants a nice looking shooter to turn heads with at the local gun club.

Pictures are a must.