Parts replacement before firing?

John F. · 01-06-2005, 01:27 AM

Hi, folks,
I just got my first LP-08, a very handsome 1915 DWM, all matching numbers throughout. I am eager to shoot it, but don't want to wreck any of the numbered parts such as extractor, firing pin, etc. I have a set of repro grips I will put on it for shooting purposes, and understand I will need a replacement extractor and firing pin installed to prevent possible breakage of the original parts.

Are there any other parts I should consider replacing with spares, before I shoot this new acquisition?

Any information will be much appreciated!
John

Ron Smith · 01-06-2005, 09:22 AM

Hi John,

It has been recommended that the entire toggle train be replaced. As these are all critical. And obsorb most of the stress during firing.
I shoot my artillerys with original parts, sparingly, but grit my teeth everytime I squeeze the trigger. I'm too cheap to spend the money, and will probably end up regretting it.

Congratulations on scoring a 1915.

Ron

John Sabato · 01-06-2005, 09:59 AM

John, we would love to see photos of your latest acquisition...

John F. · 01-06-2005, 10:28 PM

Thanks, guys! I appreciate the help! In the absence of replacing the toggle train, are there any other small parts that I should definitely replace besides the firing pin, grips and extractor?

John

Dwight Gruber · 01-07-2005, 02:39 AM

John,

Do a Forum search on "Broken Parts Survey".

--Dwight

John Sabato · 01-07-2005, 10:57 AM

Even without searching... I would replace the ejector... it takes a pounding...

Heinz · 01-07-2005, 07:21 PM

I would contact Tom Heller, Lugedoc on this forum. He would set you up right for replacement parts to protect shooting an original luger. I it would cost less than $100 I think. How about it Tom?

Vlim · 01-08-2005, 02:41 PM

I'd just buy a nice shooter-grade luger to go with it

01-06-2005, 01:27 AM	#1
John F. User Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Parts replacement before firing? Hi, folks, I just got my first LP-08, a very handsome 1915 DWM, all matching numbers throughout. I am eager to shoot it, but don't want to wreck any of the numbered parts such as extractor, firing pin, etc. I have a set of repro grips I will put on it for shooting purposes, and understand I will need a replacement extractor and firing pin installed to prevent possible breakage of the original parts. Are there any other parts I should consider replacing with spares, before I shoot this new acquisition? Any information will be much appreciated! John __________________ John

01-06-2005, 09:22 AM	#2
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Hi John, It has been recommended that the entire toggle train be replaced. As these are all critical. And obsorb most of the stress during firing. I shoot my artillerys with original parts, sparingly, but grit my teeth everytime I squeeze the trigger. I'm too cheap to spend the money, and will probably end up regretting it. Congratulations on scoring a 1915. Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

01-06-2005, 09:59 AM	#3
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,150 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,304 Times in 1,096 Posts	John, we would love to see photos of your latest acquisition... __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

01-06-2005, 10:28 PM	#4
John F. User Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks, guys! I appreciate the help! In the absence of replacing the toggle train, are there any other small parts that I should definitely replace besides the firing pin, grips and extractor? John __________________ John

01-07-2005, 10:57 AM	#6
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,150 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,304 Times in 1,096 Posts	Even without searching... I would replace the ejector... it takes a pounding... __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

01-07-2005, 02:39 AM	#5
Dwight Gruber User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 3,890 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1,282 Times in 424 Posts	John, Do a Forum search on "Broken Parts Survey". --Dwight

01-07-2005, 07:21 PM	#7
Heinz User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Greenville SC Posts: 1,004 Thanks: 377 Thanked 410 Times in 180 Posts	I would contact Tom Heller, Lugedoc on this forum. He would set you up right for replacement parts to protect shooting an original luger. I it would cost less than $100 I think. How about it Tom?

01-08-2005, 02:41 PM	#8
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,042 Thanks: 1,032 Thanked 3,920 Times in 1,193 Posts	I'd just buy a nice shooter-grade luger to go with it