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01-24-2014, 09:44 AM | #1 |
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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.
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01-24-2014, 10:17 AM | #2 |
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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.
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01-24-2014, 10:41 AM | #3 |
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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
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01-24-2014, 03:52 PM | #4 |
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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.
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01-24-2014, 06:43 PM | #5 |
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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.
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01-25-2014, 06:03 PM | #6 |
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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. |
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