WW1 vs WW2 Lugers

Ron Smith · 07-16-2008, 01:10 PM

I don't think that there is much noticeable difference as far as accuracy and function is concerned. The "hand fitted" quality of Imperial(WWI) DWM Lugers is superior to Erfurts.

Something to keep in mind is that the quality of the steel is somewhat better in Mausers (WWII), and the difference in the age, wear and fatigue (90+ years vs. 60+ years) would have some bearing.

And you are probably aware also, that if you break a numbered part on a matched Luger. It will reduce the value by a considerable amount.

07-16-2008, 01:10 PM	#2
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	I don't think that there is much noticeable difference as far as accuracy and function is concerned. The "hand fitted" quality of Imperial(WWI) DWM Lugers is superior to Erfurts. Something to keep in mind is that the quality of the steel is somewhat better in Mausers (WWII), and the difference in the age, wear and fatigue (90+ years vs. 60+ years) would have some bearing. And you are probably aware also, that if you break a numbered part on a matched Luger. It will reduce the value by a considerable amount. __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...