Possible fake Navy Luger

[Tom Whiteman]

I believe the link posted is not the gun that Jim referenced. I was out much of the day then the one in question came in on consignment. My guys posted it as a refinished Navy - 1917 dated. Jim contacted us (which I greatly appreciate) while I was at home later that evening. I had not even seen the gun yet but I know Norms list and have a copy at my desk. I ended the listing until I could check it in the morning. The serial is 1921. I would not call the Luger a "Fake Navy" and I will contact Norm to clarify. The gun is original finish except for the barrel. Barrel is refinished for sure. But it is a REAL 1917 Navy, however the WK Navy property mark is fake. Its a shame as the gun would be quite sellable and collectible if someone had not added the Property mark on the back strap. I know some will say if anything is fake then the gun is a fake. However, I believe it still has value even if only as a "parts" or shooter grade gun. We will likely accurately describe the gun and then sell it at a reduced price on Gunbroker.

[Norme]

Relax Tom no one is questioning you honesty, least of all me. You are one of the very few dealers on my "White List".
I have not had the opportunity of examining 1917 Navy #1921 in person, if that is in fact the gun in question. "Fake, assembled, re-stamped and refinished" is a direct quote from the James D. Julia 2009 Spring Sale catalog.
Best regards, Norm

[Edward Tinker]

Originally Posted by Norme

.... "Fake, assembled, re-stamped and refinished" is a direct quote from the James D. Julia 2009 Spring Sale catalog.

When the auction houses do say something - ref a stamp or refinished barrel, they seem to throw this entire phrase out there ....