The "Luger" Reputation

maddog350gt · 11-22-2005, 04:30 AM

Tac,

No disrespect intended. My use of un-informed may have been a bit, well un-informed on my part.

It is just that I find Mr. Hogg's opinions of the luger to be more critical than the facts support. Two world wars and close to 8 million army pistols produced and used would seem to contradict his consistent low opinion of the luger for any application. I only own one of Mr. Hogg's 541 books as I feel his evaluation of the Luger is biased. I do agree with him to some extent on the evaluation of the 1911 Colt design; it is a better military weapon that will take the abuse of military service and withstand the dirt and the mud in the field. I agree that it is a superior weapon, at least until you want to hit something with it.

By the way Tac are you coming back to Portland next year? We could have a lively discussion of Mr Hogg and his thoughts on the Luger over a libation of your choice, my treat!

Bob M.

11-22-2005, 04:30 AM	#14
maddog350gt User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Washougal WA Posts: 170 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Tac, No disrespect intended. My use of un-informed may have been a bit, well un-informed on my part. It is just that I find Mr. Hogg's opinions of the luger to be more critical than the facts support. Two world wars and close to 8 million army pistols produced and used would seem to contradict his consistent low opinion of the luger for any application. I only own one of Mr. Hogg's 541 books as I feel his evaluation of the Luger is biased. I do agree with him to some extent on the evaluation of the 1911 Colt design; it is a better military weapon that will take the abuse of military service and withstand the dirt and the mud in the field. I agree that it is a superior weapon, at least until you want to hit something with it. By the way Tac are you coming back to Portland next year? We could have a lively discussion of Mr Hogg and his thoughts on the Luger over a libation of your choice, my treat! Bob M.