LP08 rig?

Rick W. · 11-11-2002, 09:38 AM

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Edward Tinker · 11-11-2002, 10:32 AM

Very nice, it appears to have "some" honest wear to it, but the grips are so pristine that it makes me wonder about them? Also, the bluing almost appears to be a reblue, but from a long time ago? Yet there IS wear and some nicks, I don't like how there is very little wear on the safety area, but overall a very nice looking gun.

Imperial Arms · 11-11-2002, 10:43 AM

Hello Rick,

Not a bad looking 1917 Artillery with its matching stock. In my opinion, I would rate the pistol about a conserative 90% original finish as well as the straw (the 'golden' parts). The straw is good and you can observe the 'graining' created during the machining process. I would have preferred to see a fraction more blue on the left side panel, but the barrel is in very good condition with hardly any muzzle wear. The slight holster wear in a few areas such as on the right rails is acceptible and it is a positive sign to observe proving authenticity. I have noticed on the 1917 Artillery Lugers that the machining is more evident as compared to the earlier models. Also, collectors will encounter often the light beach wooden grips on the 1917 models and they are correct. You may want to carefully remove the grip screws and check the serial numbers of the grips.

However, I do not like the leather holster and it could be have been polished or is from another rig. If you wish to improve on the set, you many want to look around for a better leather holster (matching color) and maybe some straps which might be hard to find. The holster can be dated 1915-1917.

If you have some extra cash to spend, consider buying a second model snaildrum and loader.

Congratulations,
Albert

Rick W. · 11-11-2002, 10:54 AM

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Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,929 Thanks: 2,029 Thanked 4,527 Times in 2,090 Posts	Very nice, it appears to have "some" honest wear to it, but the grips are so pristine that it makes me wonder about them? Also, the bluing almost appears to be a reblue, but from a long time ago? Yet there IS wear and some nicks, I don't like how there is very little wear on the safety area, but overall a very nice looking gun. __________________ Edward Tinker ************ Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV

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11-11-2002, 10:43 AM	#3
Imperial Arms Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Malta, EU Posts: 579 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Hello Rick, Not a bad looking 1917 Artillery with its matching stock. In my opinion, I would rate the pistol about a conserative 90% original finish as well as the straw (the 'golden' parts). The straw is good and you can observe the 'graining' created during the machining process. I would have preferred to see a fraction more blue on the left side panel, but the barrel is in very good condition with hardly any muzzle wear. The slight holster wear in a few areas such as on the right rails is acceptible and it is a positive sign to observe proving authenticity. I have noticed on the 1917 Artillery Lugers that the machining is more evident as compared to the earlier models. Also, collectors will encounter often the light beach wooden grips on the 1917 models and they are correct. You may want to carefully remove the grip screws and check the serial numbers of the grips. However, I do not like the leather holster and it could be have been polished or is from another rig. If you wish to improve on the set, you many want to look around for a better leather holster (matching color) and maybe some straps which might be hard to find. The holster can be dated 1915-1917. If you have some extra cash to spend, consider buying a second model snaildrum and loader. Congratulations, Albert

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