If dry firing a luger is not good....

[Eugen]

Originally Posted by kurusu

Eugen is using snap caps. He meant after removing the cap to store the pistol and not leave it c.o.c.k.e.d.

Yes, upon eventual removal of the snap cap I would rather not leave the Lugar co.cked.

Originally Posted by luger.parabellum

In any case, it's easier just to leave a snap cap in it.

But, Sergio, while I considered that option, I was concerned that a snap cap parked in the chamber might over stress the extractor spring and generally be an unwise choice for storage. That is why I am inquiring.