Old Luger

[ithacaartist]

Welcome to the forum, John.

The community of collectors can help you figure out what this pistol is. We like to see pics showing all the markings, serial numbers, proofs, etc., so you have more work to do in order to get the best guidance.

This appears to be what is known as an "alphabet commercial", made in the 20s for non-military sales. There is a cursive letter on the front of the trigger guard, and it is part of the serial number, 3201 (n?). It helps the value if the finish is all original, the gun is in good condition, and all the serial-numbered parts match (should be "01" stamped where appropriate)--we can see best with pics! Check out the FAQ in the new collectors' section, you'll learn how to describe it. Check out other threads to see what kind of pics will help. Depending on what can be discerned, I think this is likely worth about $1k+, seems, so far, in quite good shape. The small parts displaying the "gold patina" are "strawed", i.e. heated to establish the straw color. Yours appear fairly vivid, which is good.

Well, that's a start for you. Others will comment with further info and questions, so get those extra pics posted. ASAP! Check out the videos about field stripping and other handy stuff, access from the site's main page.