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Doubs · 07-17-2002, 12:47 AM

Hi Herb,

Fred Datig's book was the first real book on the Luger that I had. (Hatcher's 1927 book "Pistols and Revolvers" devotes some pages to the Luger but it's written for practical use and not collectors.) Pop bought a copy in 1962 when the newest (at that time, anyway) edition was released. The price on the fly shows $8.50! It's tattered and worn but I still have it. It's a good read and contains a wealth of information. My only criticism is that it's not as well organized as it could be but that's minor. Of course, more resent research and information gathering has taken place resulting in corrections to some of Mr. Datig's data but that's to be expected. He still did a remarkable job, IMO.

It has indeed been an interesting exchange. I'm sure we'll have the opportunity to discuss other points later. For all we know about the Luger, there is always more to be learned. I learn something new about them almost every day on this forum.

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07-17-2002, 12:47 AM	#38
Doubs User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Byron, Georgia Posts: 1,736 Thanks: 819 Thanked 1,769 Times in 586 Posts	Hi Herb, Fred Datig's book was the first real book on the Luger that I had. (Hatcher's 1927 book "Pistols and Revolvers" devotes some pages to the Luger but it's written for practical use and not collectors.) Pop bought a copy in 1962 when the newest (at that time, anyway) edition was released. The price on the fly shows $8.50! It's tattered and worn but I still have it. It's a good read and contains a wealth of information. My only criticism is that it's not as well organized as it could be but that's minor. Of course, more resent research and information gathering has taken place resulting in corrections to some of Mr. Datig's data but that's to be expected. He still did a remarkable job, IMO. It has indeed been an interesting exchange. I'm sure we'll have the opportunity to discuss other points later. For all we know about the Luger, there is always more to be learned. I learn something new about them almost every day on this forum.