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03-07-2005, 12:53 PM | #1 |
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Test Luger Holsters
I am curious about real US AE Test holsters (okay, so last night I saw 2 or 3 of them), and wondered; how the heck can you tell if it is real fake????
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03-08-2005, 01:06 PM | #2 |
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. . . . .. No pointers ey? Besides the obvious of new versus old, I am guessing that they are so 'rare" that folks simply do not know? Ed |
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Ed,
If it smells like goat, pig or camel it probably is a real fake (In fact, if it smells like anything remotely resembling cow after 100 years, it's probably fake too). If it smells like a small rodent died in it, you're getting there.... |
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Ed, I don't know the characteristics of the reproductions and have only one original holster now so it is hard for me to comment. My advice is that when looking at a possible "Test" holster be cautious and have your check book with you and as always, know what you are looking at.
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No pointers. Like George, I have only one and that is a small sample to draw from. Look at the books (Bender, Still, Kenyon, etc.) and check over any holster you are considering very carefully. If you saw 2 or 3 in one night, you have either hit the mother lode or a stack of repros. Be prepared to spend a lot of money and get a right to return guarantee.
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03-08-2005, 06:30 PM | #6 |
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Ed, also be aware that almost all US holsters of that period are of exactly the same style with differences only is dimensions. Best to carry a model 1900 with you and try to slip it into any holster offered. Ther were good copies made a few years ago.
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