WWII Luger P-08 Holster

Jerry G. · 02-16-2003, 01:40 PM

What should I expect to pay for one of these in good condition?

Edward Tinker · 02-16-2003, 02:53 PM

I bought a nice one off of e-bay for my 1940 for $150, I see them go from a bit less to much higher, depending on condition (both at e-bay and also from dealers). Simpson's website says they have holsters, and I know that Ralph usually has some, as does Checkpoint Charlies, etc.

Just what I have observed on prices, but I paid $25 for one in rough shape, but anytime you buy bad shape, it isn't worth it. (it had a nice back, just a crummy flap).

Ed

Johnny C. Kitchens · 02-16-2003, 05:05 PM

Would you consider a reproduction???

lugerholsterrepair · 02-16-2003, 07:48 PM

Johnny, No and neither should you. There are many originals out there for reasonable prices. They will continue to escalate in value as all other German Luger related items have done over the years. Repro's are poorly made, don't fit the weapon and look and feel like crap. They are stiff and will scrape the hide off of your Luger.They are an an abomanation and you will regret it if you have any asthetic sensibilities.

Yes they have their place for those too poor to spend a few bucks more or for reinactors who do not want to ruin a genuine one one rolling around in a trench. I have never found a company that makes a repro worth having. Of course here is a qualifier for those who will disagree. If anyone out there makes a repro that is up to the same standards set by pre 1945 German holsters I would say by all means buy one. There isn't any and there never will be. This type of craftsmanship has been lost, never to return. A holster made to this high standard would exceed the price an original brings today.Instead of a beautiful dress you wouldn't buy a flour sack for your Wife would you? Jerry Burney

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Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,909 Thanks: 1,986 Thanked 4,500 Times in 2,076 Posts	I bought a nice one off of e-bay for my 1940 for $150, I see them go from a bit less to much higher, depending on condition (both at e-bay and also from dealers). Simpson's website says they have holsters, and I know that Ralph usually has some, as does Checkpoint Charlies, etc. Just what I have observed on prices, but I paid $25 for one in rough shape, but anytime you buy bad shape, it isn't worth it. (it had a nice back, just a crummy flap). Ed __________________ Edward Tinker ************ Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV

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Johnny C. Kitchens User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 518 Thanks: 0 Thanked 20 Times in 8 Posts	Would you consider a reproduction??? __________________ Johnny C. Kitchens

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lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,848 Thanked 3,099 Times in 1,426 Posts	Johnny, No and neither should you. There are many originals out there for reasonable prices. They will continue to escalate in value as all other German Luger related items have done over the years. Repro's are poorly made, don't fit the weapon and look and feel like crap. They are stiff and will scrape the hide off of your Luger.They are an an abomanation and you will regret it if you have any asthetic sensibilities. Yes they have their place for those too poor to spend a few bucks more or for reinactors who do not want to ruin a genuine one one rolling around in a trench. I have never found a company that makes a repro worth having. Of course here is a qualifier for those who will disagree. If anyone out there makes a repro that is up to the same standards set by pre 1945 German holsters I would say by all means buy one. There isn't any and there never will be. This type of craftsmanship has been lost, never to return. A holster made to this high standard would exceed the price an original brings today.Instead of a beautiful dress you wouldn't buy a flour sack for your Wife would you? Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."