Just Bought My First One!!!

05-06-2001, 08:46 PM

Ralph Shattuck just confirmed by phone that I have bought my first Luger: a "shooter" on his latest list; #6891v, byf, 1936, mech exc, exc mag, good grips". He said, in effect, "It's just above a parts gun, but mechanically reliable and you can be happy shooting it all day". At the price, ($275) and knowing his reputatation, I knew it was the "perfect starter" (Q: pun?) for me and I couldn't pass it by. My thanks to all of you who replied to my request for help about a month ago;, expecially Kyrie, who called in response to e-mailed pleas to him for advice; and Frank Manders, who e-mailed detailed comments offered great suggestions. I've enjoyed lurking out here reading your comments. You really don't realize the scope and breadth of information you all actually provide. As soon as I pick up the piece at my FFL dealer I'll provide a photo and look forward to joining your "Rogues Gallery". I feel like a teen going out on my first date. Regards to all. Ad.

Robert Wiggins · 05-06-2001, 08:51 PM

Happy to see you Happy! May the joy never end! You will probably find it addictive. Hope your pocket is deep...

Welcome aboard

Dok · 05-06-2001, 09:14 PM

Welcome to the Motley Crew!!! And what a great price and from such an unimpeachable source. Good on ya!

05-06-2001, 09:25 PM

When you go out onto the range with all those folks with their fancy Kimbers and Sig Sauers with high-capacity mags and fancy laser sights, you will still find that it will be your Luger that everyone wants to have a chance to shoot. Although I'm no expert, I would say you got a real good deal--a gun not only less than most of the recent Russian imports also with the reputation of Shattuck saying that it is in good mechanical condition. The only frustrating thing with a gun as you have described is wondering what it witnessed in its checkered past and what path it followed from the Mauser factory 65 years ago to end up eventually in your hands.

Also, get a C&R license. The thrill of sighting the UPS truck pulling in front of your house with a new acquisition is awe-inspiring.

Rick K · 05-06-2001, 09:45 PM

Congratulations! From your Subject title, we can all see that this one won't be your last!

Ted · 05-07-2001, 06:53 AM

Ad, if you havent already done this, try going to the "General Information" Section, then the "Events Page" and see two trips I made to Ralph's WOL. A write up of the trip along with pictures of Ralph's place! Almost like being their. 1600 Lugers in one place is a site to behold and Ralph and Nancy are most gracious hosts. Ted

Frank · 05-07-2001, 09:10 AM

Ad, congrats!! You'll love it. Please do join this little group.

Kyrie · 05-07-2001, 03:23 PM

Hi Ad,

Congratulations - you Done Good

Best,

Kyrie

John Sabato · 05-08-2001, 10:58 PM

Can't wait to see it!

-John

05-06-2001, 08:46 PM	#1
Ad Guest Posts: n/a	Just Bought My First One!!! Ralph Shattuck just confirmed by phone that I have bought my first Luger: a "shooter" on his latest list; #6891v, byf, 1936, mech exc, exc mag, good grips". He said, in effect, "It's just above a parts gun, but mechanically reliable and you can be happy shooting it all day". At the price, ($275) and knowing his reputatation, I knew it was the "perfect starter" (Q: pun?) for me and I couldn't pass it by. My thanks to all of you who replied to my request for help about a month ago;, expecially Kyrie, who called in response to e-mailed pleas to him for advice; and Frank Manders, who e-mailed detailed comments offered great suggestions. I've enjoyed lurking out here reading your comments. You really don't realize the scope and breadth of information you all actually provide. As soon as I pick up the piece at my FFL dealer I'll provide a photo and look forward to joining your "Rogues Gallery". I feel like a teen going out on my first date. Regards to all. Ad.

05-06-2001, 08:51 PM	#2
Robert Wiggins User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 142 Thanks: 16 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Just Bought My First One!!! Happy to see you Happy! May the joy never end! You will probably find it addictive. Hope your pocket is deep... Welcome aboard

05-06-2001, 09:14 PM	#3
Dok RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bermuda (Eat Your Heart Out) Posts: 1,626 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Just Bought My First One!!! Welcome to the Motley Crew!!! And what a great price and from such an unimpeachable source. Good on ya!

05-06-2001, 09:25 PM	#4
Mike T. Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Just Bought My First One!!! When you go out onto the range with all those folks with their fancy Kimbers and Sig Sauers with high-capacity mags and fancy laser sights, you will still find that it will be your Luger that everyone wants to have a chance to shoot. Although I'm no expert, I would say you got a real good deal--a gun not only less than most of the recent Russian imports also with the reputation of Shattuck saying that it is in good mechanical condition. The only frustrating thing with a gun as you have described is wondering what it witnessed in its checkered past and what path it followed from the Mauser factory 65 years ago to end up eventually in your hands. Also, get a C&R license. The thrill of sighting the UPS truck pulling in front of your house with a new acquisition is awe-inspiring.

05-06-2001, 09:45 PM	#5
Rick K User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cochran, GA Posts: 305 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Just Bought My First One!!! Congratulations! From your Subject title, we can all see that this one won't be your last!

05-07-2001, 06:53 AM	#6
Ted User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: SC Posts: 726 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Just Bought My First One!!! Ad, if you havent already done this, try going to the "General Information" Section, then the "Events Page" and see two trips I made to Ralph's WOL. A write up of the trip along with pictures of Ralph's place! Almost like being their. 1600 Lugers in one place is a site to behold and Ralph and Nancy are most gracious hosts. Ted

05-07-2001, 09:10 AM	#7
Frank RIP Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hot & Dry PHX, AZ Posts: 2,078 Thanks: 24 Thanked 163 Times in 87 Posts	Re: Just Bought My First One!!! Ad, congrats!! You'll love it. Please do join this little group.

05-07-2001, 03:23 PM	#8
Kyrie User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 757 Thanks: 0 Thanked 212 Times in 101 Posts	Re: Just Bought My First One!!! Hi Ad, Congratulations - you Done Good Best, Kyrie

05-08-2001, 10:58 PM	#9
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,152 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,304 Times in 1,096 Posts	Congrats! Welcome to the Club! Can't wait to see it! -John