1918 DWM Question

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by jedai

Postino - I am not clear about the clip comment. I realize the photo is not real clear, but the numerals certainly appear to be original and well worn, with patina, and the clip fits quite well.

Number looks crooked...Probably the angle the pic was taken at...Font looks OK, as does the +...

Old Luger magazines are the most common cause of problems. The base of that one looks shiny...Does it look like it is varnished?

Post pics of the entire mag, including any close-ups of markings. Might be a desirable magazine in its own right.

Consider getting a Mec-gar magazine to shoot with. Display that one.

Geography and local taxes play an important part in value. Places like say Texas or Arizona, where there seem to be a lot of Lugers, often have lower values on Lugers than here in New York. Not having to pay a 8% or 9% sales tax, FFL fee, or shipping charge can make a $900 'local' Luger more attractive that a similar GB sale.

I have a friend with a short attention span. After 6 months, he'll sell any new toy. I've bought several dozen items from him - Rifles, handguns,a motorcycle, even uniforms. We both know what they're worth, so we have no problems (I've known him since the mid-70's).

Bar, gunshop 'hot stove league', or gun club acquaintances are another matter...