Finnish Luger price?

[DavidJayUden]

I'd classify most Finnish Lugers as shooters, although I'm sure some forum members will take offense. My point is that having it finished (no pun intended) to your liking will not effect value. Although the money you spend will probably not come back to you later either. Some of us need Lugers to mildly personalize and this one seems like a good place to start.
dju

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by DavidJayUden

I'd classify most Finnish Lugers as shooters, although I'm sure some forum members will take offense. My point is that having it finished (no pun intended) to your liking will not effect value. Although the money you spend will probably not come back to you later either.

My opinion is based on my personal preferences, and the 4 3/4" Tikkakoski barrel (especially with proof mark) is a big plus to me...and the 'square' front sight blade too, of course...

The SA proof on the frame/receiver is a big plus too...

The Finns seem to have taken pains to keep these Lugers in good condition; finish (sorry; no pun intended) perhaps was not a high priority...

I've kept an occasional eye on these on GB and the price is not out of line...IMO...Especially with only $15 FFL fee...

Does any Luger really lose value???

I too would like to see pics...

[alvin]

Originally Posted by postino

Does any Luger really lose value???

No. Numerically, it increased in value. Back in 2006, I saw a Finnish Luger and a Shansei 45ACP Broomhandle in a big Maine dealership. If I remembered right, both were about $800. Both demand higher $$ now. If put inflation into consideration, so far Finnish Luger keeps value, and Shansei, not sure what's going on, it's selling at $1500+ these days.