1st Luger - need help identifying - Page 2

Imperial Arms · 10-26-2003, 12:32 PM

I agree with Ron that the holster is probably for a 4 3/4" barrel Luger, and I observe that the fastening strap has been replaced which is not a big deal. A fine condition pistol and a great buy.

Well done,
Albert

Doubs · 10-26-2003, 01:32 PM

It's a shame that the holster isn't marked. The skill and quality of manufacture is evident in every picture. To enclose the "D-Ring" buckle in leather so neatly takes real craftsmanship. A beautiful holster to go with an outstanding pistol.

Ron Wood · 10-26-2003, 04:16 PM

Herb, sorry, I had forgotten about your excellent holster in the Member Gallery. I had some very good luck when I started out collecting. I think that fortune smiles on the neophyte every now and then just to keep the hobby going.

In addition to the replaced fastening strap, it appears that the one belt loop has been resewn as well. Perhaps Jerry Burney could render judgement on this. A stunning holster non-the-less and one that would be a fine addition to any early Luger collection.

bnz-39 · 10-26-2003, 07:47 PM

Great observations wow. The strap was indeed reattached or replaced. Anyone have ideas regarding the meaning of the writing on the inside of the holster, "F-3138Ã¢?Â?

I'm meeting with veteran I purchased the pistol from early next month and will ask him some more detailed questions regarding the pistol.

Also, was this typically the holster that was supplied with 1914 commercial Lugers?

Ron Wood · 10-27-2003, 12:18 AM

Commercial Lugers were not "supplied" with a holster. Just as when you buy handguns today, they do not come with a holster, you have to buy one of your choosing seperately. Dealers may have made up a "package deal" including a holster and tools to accompany the Luger, but DWM did not produce holsters.

Vertigo · 02-04-2004, 10:35 AM

I need some help. I have a commercial DWM luger and I would like to know the manufacturing year of it. In the "all 08 military lugers" section under the name "What is this" are some pics of it. I would be very glad if someone regonizes it and answers to me.

John Sabato · 02-04-2004, 11:00 AM

bnz-39

Let me add my congrats... a FINE Luger and accessories... you definitely got a bargain.

10-26-2003, 04:16 PM	#23
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 7,005 Thanks: 1,087 Thanked 5,139 Times in 1,689 Posts	Herb, sorry, I had forgotten about your excellent holster in the Member Gallery. I had some very good luck when I started out collecting. I think that fortune smiles on the neophyte every now and then just to keep the hobby going. In addition to the replaced fastening strap, it appears that the one belt loop has been resewn as well. Perhaps Jerry Burney could render judgement on this. A stunning holster non-the-less and one that would be a fine addition to any early Luger collection. __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

10-27-2003, 12:18 AM	#25
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 7,005 Thanks: 1,087 Thanked 5,139 Times in 1,689 Posts	Commercial Lugers were not "supplied" with a holster. Just as when you buy handguns today, they do not come with a holster, you have to buy one of your choosing seperately. Dealers may have made up a "package deal" including a holster and tools to accompany the Luger, but DWM did not produce holsters. __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

02-04-2004, 11:00 AM	#27
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,153 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,304 Times in 1,096 Posts	bnz-39 Let me add my congrats... a FINE Luger and accessories... you definitely got a bargain. __________________ 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..."*

10-26-2003, 12:32 PM	#21
Imperial Arms Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Malta, EU Posts: 579 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	I agree with Ron that the holster is probably for a 4 3/4" barrel Luger, and I observe that the fastening strap has been replaced which is not a big deal. A fine condition pistol and a great buy. Well done, Albert

10-26-2003, 01:32 PM	#22
Doubs User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Byron, Georgia Posts: 1,694 Thanks: 790 Thanked 1,676 Times in 550 Posts	It's a shame that the holster isn't marked. The skill and quality of manufacture is evident in every picture. To enclose the "D-Ring" buckle in leather so neatly takes real craftsmanship. A beautiful holster to go with an outstanding pistol.

10-26-2003, 07:47 PM	#24
bnz-39 User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Iowa Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Great observations wow. The strap was indeed reattached or replaced. Anyone have ideas regarding the meaning of the writing on the inside of the holster, "F-3138Ã¢?Â? I'm meeting with veteran I purchased the pistol from early next month and will ask him some more detailed questions regarding the pistol. Also, was this typically the holster that was supplied with 1914 commercial Lugers?

02-04-2004, 10:35 AM	#26
Vertigo User Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I need some help. I have a commercial DWM luger and I would like to know the manufacturing year of it. In the "all 08 military lugers" section under the name "What is this" are some pics of it. I would be very glad if someone regonizes it and answers to me.