Opinions on this 1939/42

twien · 10-11-2017, 08:30 AM

I was looking for my "one and only" Luger and I found this one.

Seemed a bit under priced for a Simpson/ltd in this condition.

I thought I would take a chance on it since Simpson/ltd has a solid reputation.

I asked the salesman about import makings, refinish, etc. - no issues.

Opinions/comments?

https://www.simpsonltd.com/products/d15126

DonVoigt · 10-11-2017, 08:40 AM

Looks good; you're correct a little under the norm in price for Simpson.

When you get it post your own pictures using the server here, please.

Ron Wood · 10-11-2017, 09:41 AM

A possible reason for the more reasonable price is that the piece was in Simpson's inventory. What really jacks the price up is if it is a consignment piece...then you encounter the consignor's inflated opinion of the value of the piece plus Simpson's fees.

Sergio Natali · 10-12-2017, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twien

I was looking for my "one and only" Luger and I found this one.

Seemed a bit under priced for a Simpson/ltd in this condition.

I thought I would take a chance on it since Simpson/ltd has a solid reputation.

I asked the salesman about import makings, refinish, etc. - no issues.

Opinions/comments?

https://www.simpsonltd.com/products/d15126

I don't claim to be an expert but everything seems to look good on that pistol, congratulations, and welcome to our Luger forum.

twien · 10-12-2017, 08:53 AM

I appreciate the input from everyone.

The pictures seemed over exposed (very light), and the resolution not up to their normal standard. The finish almost looks gray to me.

I'm counting on Simpson's reputation for this purchase. They do know their Lugers.

sheepherder · 10-12-2017, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by DonVoigt

Looks good; you're correct a little under the norm in price for Simpson.

$1895 for a 1939 / 42 is under the norm???

I'll have to revise the prices on the Lugers I'm selling...

gunbugs · 10-12-2017, 09:28 AM

Seems about 200.00 high to me as well. But, what do I know...Just picked up a S/42 1937 in about 80% for 1,000.00 even.

Major Tom · 10-12-2017, 09:38 AM

I have 2 handguns on consignment with Simpsons. They charge a 20% fee when they sell them. I went his route because Simpsons has a huge following of buyers and I couldn't find a buyer locally.

DonVoigt · 10-12-2017, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by sheepherder

$1895 for a 1939 / 42 is under the norm???

I'll have to revise the prices on the Lugers I'm selling...

Pay attention!

Under the norm for Simpson!!!

Norme · 10-12-2017, 10:25 AM

Hi Thomas,
If there's anyone on this forum qualified to say what is the norm, it's me, Norm. That said, I think you did just fine. Your 1939 42, while more common than a 1939 S/42, looks to be in excellent condition and you have Simpson's assurances that all internal numbers match.
Regards, Norm
P.S. Welcome to the forum!

10-11-2017, 08:30 AM	#1
twien User Join Date: May 2017 Location: VA Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Opinions on this 1939/42 I was looking for my "one and only" Luger and I found this one. Seemed a bit under priced for a Simpson/ltd in this condition. I thought I would take a chance on it since Simpson/ltd has a solid reputation. I asked the salesman about import makings, refinish, etc. - no issues. Opinions/comments? https://www.simpsonltd.com/products/d15126

10-11-2017, 08:40 AM	#2
DonVoigt User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: near Charlotte NC Posts: 4,677 Thanks: 1,439 Thanked 4,348 Times in 2,038 Posts	Looks good; you're correct a little under the norm in price for Simpson. When you get it post your own pictures using the server here, please. __________________ 03man(Don Voigt); Luger student and collector. Looking for DWM side plate: 69 ; Dreyse 1907 pistol K.S. Gendarmerie

10-11-2017, 09:41 AM	#3
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: 6,987 Thanks: 1,065 Thanked 5,090 Times in 1,675 Posts	A possible reason for the more reasonable price is that the piece was in Simpson's inventory. What really jacks the price up is if it is a consignment piece...then you encounter the consignor's inflated opinion of the value of the piece plus Simpson's fees. __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

10-12-2017, 08:53 AM	#5
twien User Join Date: May 2017 Location: VA Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks! I appreciate the input from everyone. The pictures seemed over exposed (very light), and the resolution not up to their normal standard. The finish almost looks gray to me. I'm counting on Simpson's reputation for this purchase. They do know their Lugers.

10-12-2017, 09:38 AM	#8
Major Tom User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: S.E. Iowa Posts: 481 Thanks: 531 Thanked 226 Times in 123 Posts	I have 2 handguns on consignment with Simpsons. They charge a 20% fee when they sell them. I went his route because Simpsons has a huge following of buyers and I couldn't find a buyer locally. __________________ I Build Custom Pistol Boxes

10-12-2017, 09:28 AM	#7
gunbugs Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska. Home of the best moose. Posts: 636 Thanks: 335 Thanked 1,141 Times in 379 Posts	Seems about 200.00 high to me as well. But, what do I know...Just picked up a S/42 1937 in about 80% for 1,000.00 even.

10-12-2017, 10:25 AM	#10
Norme Always A Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,414 Thanks: 224 Thanked 2,591 Times in 930 Posts	Hi Thomas, If there's anyone on this forum qualified to say what is the norm, it's me, Norm. That said, I think you did just fine. Your 1939 42, while more common than a 1939 S/42, looks to be in excellent condition and you have Simpson's assurances that all internal numbers match. Regards, Norm P.S. Welcome to the forum!