Dumb question - what is meant by 80-85% Mauser?

4 Scale · 01-07-2018, 01:22 PM

I am finding that my own personal definition of collectible is evolving. I started out mostly in the camp G.T. describes, +85% original finish and all matching parts. Then I discovered in practice, the acid test of collectible or not for me personally is, am I willing to shoot it? I have found I don't like to shoot all matching pistols with a quality refinish, or pistols with 60% or better original finish that have all or mostly matching small parts.

I'm also finding that for collectibles, I prefer pistols with visible wear over pristine examples.

Interestingly, this link defines 'collectible' as matching with 60% or better original finish remaining. Go to the 'general information' tab, open the FAQ link and page down to find the description of "collectible" http://www.lugerforum.com/

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01-07-2018, 01:22 PM	#5
4 Scale User Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 544 Thanks: 194 Thanked 490 Times in 251 Posts	I am finding that my own personal definition of collectible is evolving. I started out mostly in the camp G.T. describes, +85% original finish and all matching parts. Then I discovered in practice, the acid test of collectible or not for me personally is, am I willing to shoot it? I have found I don't like to shoot all matching pistols with a quality refinish, or pistols with 60% or better original finish that have all or mostly matching small parts. I'm also finding that for collectibles, I prefer pistols with visible wear over pristine examples. Interestingly, this link defines 'collectible' as matching with 60% or better original finish remaining. Go to the 'general information' tab, open the FAQ link and page down to find the description of "collectible" http://www.lugerforum.com/