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02-07-2011, 09:54 AM | #1 |
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Any Information on a German Luger .30 Cal, Ivory Handles (real) DWM95 from Dad
lost my precious Dad nine months ago. He lived in Alaska and his picture could be on any outdoor magazine and be appropriate. He loved land, guns, nature, animals and freedome to enjoy all of it. My greatest regret at this moment, is not appreciating his knowledge, keen sense for a great gun, a great deal. I am the oldest of five girls. Do not recall life without a gun in my hand, but as life would have it, I became busy. My Dad left a ton of guns, and by process of not being greedy, I inherited what was left after the others chose theirs. I would love to know more about the following guns as I intend to type up their story and put them in my new safe for my children, in memory of Grandpa. Thanks to the folks at Highroad I was sent to this forum for the Luger info.
1 Ruger 44 Special Custom 1 German Luger 30 Cal, DW95 29xx The german has the ivorys and it is the one gun Dad really seemed to have a special attachment too. He was not a bragger and this is the one he mentioned all my life. Thanks so much! |
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I am sorry for your loss but it sounds like you inherited two very desirable pistols. The ivory handled Luger was special to your Dad and I know that you will prize it highly. The custom Ruger .44 special are quite desirable since Ruger never made a revolver chambered in .44 special only. We would love to see photos of both pistols if you can do that.
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DWM. Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (German Military Weapons and Munitions Manufacturing?). It could be a commercial or military, or a military that was sold as a commercial. Yes, the ivory grips are 'aftermarket'. Original grips probably were checkered wood. Looking forward to seeing it.
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02-28-2011, 09:41 AM | #4 |
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One did not take So here it is
http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/...Picture001.jpg I hope one of these work. I am not a computer whiz and new to this sort of thing. Thanks again. |
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Hello there,
to help you, we need a lot more information. close up of left and right side of the receiver, although it appears to have a crown N, which would be a commercial variation. Is it marked 'germany' on it? serial number, to include suffix if there is one on the front You've verified that the caliber 30 luger (aka 7.65mm luger) Ed
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left side
Found this one, did not realize I had it. Left side of the 30 cal. luger.
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NOt sure how long I will keep this photo bucket thing, not sure if it is safe etc., I am new to this as you can tell. Once I get some feedback I will delete the account I think.
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Remember that you can post the images directly to this site. They are much safer here than over on photobucket. Also, don't worry about providing a full serial number. It helps in pinpointing production facts and possibly the value. There is no danger in people seeing the number.
I am also curious how the Luger's grips went from real ivory to wood? The ivory grips have value and sold separately will bring several hundred dollars. |
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I am a child of the 60's (well maybe 70s is more accurate) and I do pretty good and both John D and John S are older than me and they are both much better at computers than me (John D makes me look like a newbie computer guy)
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Thanks.... I really hope you can tell me a bit of the story on such a gun. I am keeping all of this info. Trying to determine why the luger was so special to him. I mean he loved many, but he even used a luger for his custom. He had alot more guns but I did not get them. So you need to know if Germany is on the gun. I know german writing ie., the company is spelled out.
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03-02-2011, 09:23 AM | #11 |
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Curious/Custom Gun
Stupid Q-Why would one want a custom gun, what is the purpose of it? I know he was happy, and modestly advised "I have a custom gun" that is all he said, he was not a loud person or a bragger.
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Jeannie -
A person might want a custom firearm as simply a way to express their own individuality or as a way to have something in a particular caliber that they might like, etc. If a person acquires enough firearms, they are likely to eventually acquire something that is "different" or "unique" or custom made. It's just a matter of personal preference. Sort of like writing a letter with a fountain pen or a ball point pen. Do I use black ink, or blue ink, etc., etc. By the way, I lost my Dad in 2007 and I have all of his firearms too. They are nothing special, but they mean a lot to me and I will always take good care of them. So I know how you feel. All we can do is be thankful for whatever time we were able to spend with them.
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Thanks...yes, they are my connection
He was a gun addict As a kid we were gun poor so to speak. So, I guess he just wanted a custom gun, had it made the way he liked. He deserved it for sure.
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