Relative collectability of WWI pistols

Stu · 03-04-2021, 05:35 PM

I'm interested in buying a WWI era military issue. In the past I've enjoyed shooter grade Lugers, but would like to acquire something 'nicer'.

On a limited budget, so I'm being a bit hesitant, and could use some advice.

Assuming guns are in equal condition, from the perspective of value, does a 1920 property mark add / detract / not affect value ?

I've seen a couple, so marked, that appear to have been refinished in the inter war years, I'm assuming this detracts from value ?

Thanks for any input.

03-04-2021, 05:35 PM	#1
Stu User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 451 Thanks: 4 Thanked 25 Times in 16 Posts	Relative collectability of WWI pistols I'm interested in buying a WWI era military issue. In the past I've enjoyed shooter grade Lugers, but would like to acquire something 'nicer'. On a limited budget, so I'm being a bit hesitant, and could use some advice. Assuming guns are in equal condition, from the perspective of value, does a 1920 property mark add / detract / not affect value ? I've seen a couple, so marked, that appear to have been refinished in the inter war years, I'm assuming this detracts from value ? Thanks for any input.