"Original Mauser" stamp on Toggle

rufous03 · 01-24-2014, 09:44 AM

I have come across a Luger with a 6"barrel and grip safety serial #11.00688*. From what I have been able to find out this is a US made Luger by Interarms. Can any one confirm and give me an idea what it should be retailing for? Currently the retailer is asking $3500CDN Appears to be relatively new with two mags and accessories, no box.

Thanks.

John Sabato · 01-24-2014, 10:17 AM

Welcome to the Lugerforum.

The gun is Mauser made in Germany during the 1970's for the American market... and even brand new in the box isn't worth $3500 CDN... more like $900 to $1400 USD, depending on condition of the gun and available accessories, and the model type.

Sergio Natali · 01-24-2014, 10:41 AM

It's quite a beautiful gun, especially if you want a nice looking Luger to use at the range.
As far as I'm concerned, I don't want to sound mean at all but I'm a bit of a "purist" in these things, as I would prefer a honest WWII Luger, or a gun "perspiring history".
IMHO

rhuff · 01-24-2014, 03:52 PM

Interarms was the Importer for the post war Mauser Lugers. They are great Lugers and a "hoot" to own and shoot, but that price is WAY out of line.

rufous03 · 01-24-2014, 06:43 PM

Checked the item today, and it was indeed a "Made in Germany" model Mauser new never been fired. While it IS expensive one has to remember that I am In Canada and we pay dearly for our toys, $3500 seems to be about the going price I am afraid and while I would love to take advantage of the lower prices for all Lugers south of the border, it is damn near impossible to get one across the border without a lot of hassle and paperwork . I have a 1918 DWM with about a 50% finish, no rust anywhere all the numbers match including the two original factor magazines that I will not shoot in fear something might break. I thought this might be a shooter, while the trigger pull sucks, it is accurate. Thanks for you input everyone.

rhuff · 01-25-2014, 06:03 PM

I didn't realize that you lived in Canada. I have no idea what handgun prices are there compared to the USA. Here, a NIB, unfired post war Mauser with box, and all of the goodies is about 1/2 of what that fella wants for his. I purchased mine some time ago, and it was unfired, for less than 1/2 of that price.

I guess we just have to go with the flow, or move.

01-24-2014, 10:17 AM	#2
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	Welcome to the Lugerforum. The gun is Mauser made in Germany during the 1970's for the American market... and even brand new in the box isn't worth $3500 CDN... more like $900 to $1400 USD, depending on condition of the gun and available accessories, and the model type. __________________ 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..."*

01-24-2014, 10:41 AM	#3
Sergio Natali User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Somewhere in Northern Italy Posts: 2,646 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 1,783 Times in 1,007 Posts	It's quite a beautiful gun, especially if you want a nice looking Luger to use at the range. As far as I'm concerned, I don't want to sound mean at all but I'm a bit of a "purist" in these things, as I would prefer a honest WWII Luger, or a gun "perspiring history". IMHO __________________ "Originality can't be restored and should be at the top of any collector's priority list.

01-24-2014, 06:43 PM	#5
rufous03 New User Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Mauser Checked the item today, and it was indeed a "Made in Germany" model Mauser new never been fired. While it IS expensive one has to remember that I am In Canada and we pay dearly for our toys, $3500 seems to be about the going price I am afraid and while I would love to take advantage of the lower prices for all Lugers south of the border, it is damn near impossible to get one across the border without a lot of hassle and paperwork . I have a 1918 DWM with about a 50% finish, no rust anywhere all the numbers match including the two original factor magazines that I will not shoot in fear something might break. I thought this might be a shooter, while the trigger pull sucks, it is accurate. Thanks for you input everyone.

01-24-2014, 09:44 AM	#1
rufous03 New User Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	"Original Mauser" stamp on Toggle I have come across a Luger with a 6"barrel and grip safety serial #11.00688*. From what I have been able to find out this is a US made Luger by Interarms. Can any one confirm and give me an idea what it should be retailing for? Currently the retailer is asking $3500CDN Appears to be relatively new with two mags and accessories, no box. Thanks.

01-24-2014, 03:52 PM	#4
rhuff Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Az. Posts: 2,270 Thanks: 2,686 Thanked 958 Times in 704 Posts	Interarms was the Importer for the post war Mauser Lugers. They are great Lugers and a "hoot" to own and shoot, but that price is WAY out of line.

01-25-2014, 06:03 PM	#6
rhuff Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Az. Posts: 2,270 Thanks: 2,686 Thanked 958 Times in 704 Posts	I didn't realize that you lived in Canada. I have no idea what handgun prices are there compared to the USA. Here, a NIB, unfired post war Mauser with box, and all of the goodies is about 1/2 of what that fella wants for his. I purchased mine some time ago, and it was unfired, for less than 1/2 of that price. I guess we just have to go with the flow, or move.