DWM 1920 Commercial Box

var99 · 01-30-2006, 09:53 PM

In reading a number of posts on this forum re the 1920 commercial, it would seem the consensus is, that even in 99% condition, they should not sell for much more than $700-800, (although I have seen some listed as high as $1,500)

My question is, is the original box that rare, that it is worth $4000? I am referring to Item D-106 from Simpsons offered at $5,500. Am I missing something?

Thanks

Vince

Edward Tinker · 01-30-2006, 10:12 PM

I don't think so, although they state;

Quote:

DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL; 7.65 mm; 99% blue, 99% straw, excellent bore, excellent grips, near mint 1920 Commercial with original box and manual, s/n 88xxm, Catalog Number D-106

And if it is truely 99 amd 99 with an original box, it is rare as hens teeth. Of course that is the asking price, lets see how long it stays on the site, unsold?

ed

thegundude · 01-30-2006, 11:05 PM

Yeah, they have a burned out Brazilian for $900 that's been there for well over a year that I know of (when I first stared looking at such things) and won't sell anytime too soon. One day it'll reach the asking price in value, but not tomorrow...

I sent an email about it but was told that's it's a consignment piece and not negotiable.

And I keep looking elsewhere...

Vlim · 01-31-2006, 06:33 AM

Hi,

Although a box is extremely rare, I'd doubt that the price of a box will surpass that of a decent holster.

I'd be happy and smiling if I could buy an original box under 300USD, but slightly depressed if it would cost some 4000

Aaron · 02-01-2006, 02:00 PM

In my opinion, 1920 Lugers in superb condition bring far higher prices than is generally believed. I would be very surprised to see one sold for less than $1000, and would not be surprised to see one change hands at $1250 or so. Outstanding condition increases value tremendously.

thegundude · 02-01-2006, 02:11 PM

Well sure, but $5,500?

Ron Wood · 02-01-2006, 02:53 PM

I wouldn't be surprised if this is a consignment gun, so it probably has the owner's lofty price plus Simpson's fee.

Doug G. · 02-04-2006, 10:54 PM

Some here may recall that a 1920 commercial box sold on Ebay a few years back. I believe that it went for $8-900 or so.

01-30-2006, 09:53 PM	#1
var99 User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: FL Posts: 114 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	DWM 1920 Commercial Box In reading a number of posts on this forum re the 1920 commercial, it would seem the consensus is, that even in 99% condition, they should not sell for much more than $700-800, (although I have seen some listed as high as $1,500) My question is, is the original box that rare, that it is worth $4000? I am referring to Item D-106 from Simpsons offered at $5,500. Am I missing something? Thanks Vince

01-30-2006, 11:05 PM	#3
thegundude User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Western NC Posts: 1,137 Thanks: 3 Thanked 16 Times in 3 Posts	Yeah, they have a burned out Brazilian for $900 that's been there for well over a year that I know of (when I first stared looking at such things) and won't sell anytime too soon. One day it'll reach the asking price in value, but not tomorrow... I sent an email about it but was told that's it's a consignment piece and not negotiable. And I keep looking elsewhere... __________________ Keep your knees in the breeze and your iron in the air. ~Steve

02-01-2006, 02:11 PM	#6
thegundude User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Western NC Posts: 1,137 Thanks: 3 Thanked 16 Times in 3 Posts	Well sure, but $5,500? __________________ Keep your knees in the breeze and your iron in the air. ~Steve

02-01-2006, 02:53 PM	#7
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: 6,988 Thanks: 1,067 Thanked 5,098 Times in 1,676 Posts	I wouldn't be surprised if this is a consignment gun, so it probably has the owner's lofty price plus Simpson's fee. __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

02-04-2006, 10:54 PM	#8
Doug G. User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Illinois Posts: 713 Thanks: 1 Thanked 53 Times in 17 Posts	Some here may recall that a 1920 commercial box sold on Ebay a few years back. I believe that it went for $8-900 or so. __________________ Suppose you were an idiot.....and suppose you were a member of Congress.....But I repeat myself" ~~ Mark Twain

01-31-2006, 06:33 AM	#4
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,041 Thanks: 1,021 Thanked 3,910 Times in 1,192 Posts	Hi, Although a box is extremely rare, I'd doubt that the price of a box will surpass that of a decent holster. I'd be happy and smiling if I could buy an original box under 300USD, but slightly depressed if it would cost some 4000

02-01-2006, 02:00 PM	#5
Aaron Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vista, CA Posts: 1,008 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	In my opinion, 1920 Lugers in superb condition bring far higher prices than is generally believed. I would be very surprised to see one sold for less than $1000, and would not be surprised to see one change hands at $1250 or so. Outstanding condition increases value tremendously.