: Dealers - 2nd. Purchase

Pete Ebbink · 12-29-2006, 12:34 PM

Poll : Dealers - 2nd. Purchase

Any new luger collector can buy the 1st. time from a dealer.

It might be useful to let beginning luger collectors know which dealers Luger Forum members would consider buying a luger from, AGAIN.

Please base your Poll replies on PERSONAL buying experiences you have had with a Dealer and not what you have merely heard and read from others about Dealers.

I have selected "dealers" that either have prominent gun show presences or web sites or both. I uderstand there is also a fine line between a true dealer and a private collector that sells lots of guns.

I have also listed web site links, were applicable, so folks can visit their web sites .

Participation in the Poll is strictly voluntary and you can vote without identifying yourself in the discussion-portion of the Poll...if you want your identity kept private.

I have listed only 20 choices (limit of setting up a Poll). You can choose more than one selection, as well.

I assume Ed Tinker will add other names as an Administrator can open up the Poll to more than 20 choices.

There are other USA luger dealers and over-seas ones as well. Let Ed Tinker know which others should be added.

Pete Ebbink · 01-12-2007, 04:34 PM

Members...

Any names of dealers/sellers worth adding ???

Don M · 01-12-2007, 06:10 PM

How about Peter Dunster in Canada? I would buy from him a second time in a heartbeat. Come to think of it, I already have!

Tomathvl · 01-12-2007, 07:06 PM

I second the motion to add Peter Dunster.
Tom

Navy · 01-13-2007, 10:32 AM

A big Amen re: Peter Dunster. Have bought about 5 from him, including some that were significant outlays. Every transaction was smooth and the guns better than advertised.

Tom A

01-13-2007, 12:00 PM

Does Peter Dunster have a web site? How do you contact him?

Frank · 01-13-2007, 02:42 PM

Richard, I would highly recommend Peter. I have been doing business with him for five years and haven't been disappointed yet!! Here is his contact information:

Peter Dunster
283 Senneville Road
Senneville, Quebec
Canada H9X 3X5
514-457-5583
pjdunster@hotmail.com

01-13-2007, 03:25 PM

Thanks Frank. This is why Lugerforum is so useful. I have a lot of gun collecting buddies near me, but none collect lugers. Being in Texas most of my friends collect Colts and Winchesters.

nhdblfan · 01-19-2007, 05:59 PM

Thanks all for the Peter Dunster reccomendation.I have seen his adds on G/A and wondered;
When imported from Canada to USA are the guns stamped for import?
Excellent poll Pete,especially like the 2nd purchase part.
thanks,

Pete Ebbink · 02-04-2007, 12:51 PM

Dave,

I understand this Montana outfit is used for the USA importations. You might try calling the shop, directly, and getting the details of their stampings.

Leroy's Big Valley Gun Works
200 1ST Ave N
Glasgow, MT 59230-1832View Map
(406) 228-4867

A few fellows in the Swiss section have just recently brought in Swiss lugers from a group-buy out of Switzerland. I have asked both fellows to post photos, if they agree to, of their importation stampings.

Aaron · 02-04-2007, 03:01 PM

Yes, the Canadian imports have to be importer stamped. I have seen Leroy's stamp, and it is very tiny and discreet. Unfortunately, a stamp is still a stamp.

davidkachel · 02-04-2007, 07:31 PM

Pete,
I took the time to go to every web site on that list and look at every gun in which I might have interest, except Lugers because I don't know enough about them.
With the possible exception of one Mauser pocket pistol, I found no guns I would consider buying at the price offered.
I'd be interested to know if the Luger experts on this list get the same result looking at the Lugers offered: i.e., overpriced.

BogeyB · 02-09-2007, 11:20 AM

Pete,

Have you or anyone dealt with Gunrunner"s Auction?

Thanks,
Mike

Pete Ebbink · 02-09-2007, 01:07 PM

Sorry...Mike...but I have not...

Some mention of them on Jan's Gun Boards, though...you might "search" there and email those folks that have.

Pete Ebbink · 03-07-2007, 11:17 AM

Walter,

Here is the posting you have asked about. I have made this note so it will come up to the "top" of the discussion listings for you...

zeke1312 · 03-07-2007, 01:11 PM

I've purchased a Luger from Peter Dunster and highly recommend his services. You get a gun exactly as described by him on GunsAmerica.

cirelaw · 06-22-2007, 09:27 AM

ERIC, I just discoved your list of dealers. This is by fay the handiest list Ive ever come accross. What other valuable list are tucked away in your archives, Worth the price of admission.

Pete Ebbink · 06-22-2007, 10:51 AM

Hi Eric,

This "list" is not just a listing of Luger dealers out there...

The more important aspect of the List is asking the Members (who chose to vote) if they would buy from that dealer again.

One needs to contemplate why some prominent names on the List do not get more votes...

cirelaw · 06-22-2007, 11:32 AM

'We must police our own, or we become accomplances ourselves'.

Pete Ebbink · 06-22-2007, 02:01 PM

One needs to contemplate why some prominent names on the List do not get more votes...

View Poll Results: Poll : Dealers - 2nd. Purchase
Adams Guns (Bob Adams), NM USA, http://www.adamsguns.com/	10	9.80%
Bill Christensen, CA USA	1	0.98%
Collector Firearms (Rany Bessler), NV USA, http://www.collectorfirearms.org/	24	23.53%
Check-Point Charlies, WI USA, http://www.checkpointcharlies.com/	19	18.63%
Down East Anitiques (Joe Salter), NH USA, http://www.joesalter.com/	10	9.80%
FGS, Inc. (Doug Smith/Ken Clark), OH USA, http://www.fgsinc.8m.com/	34	33.33%
Fred Fiet, IL USA	2	1.96%
Krausewerk Collectibles (Mike Krause), CA USA	3	2.94%
Mid West Firearms (Ken Kontos/Jack Sweeney) MN USA, http://www.midwestfirearms.com/	3	2.94%
Relics Of The Reichs (Mike Morris), TX USA, http://www.relicsofthereichs.com/	9	8.82%
Phoenix Investment Arms (Tom Etowski), NC USA, http://www.phoenixinvestmentarms.com/	4	3.92%
Simpsons LTD (Bob & Brad Simpson), IL USA, http://www.simpsonltd.com/	27	26.47%
Walley Morishige, NV USA	5	4.90%
Wimer Collectible Firearms (George Wimer), OR USA, http://www.wimers.net/	1	0.98%
World Of Lugers (Ralph Shattuck), AZ USA, http://www.worldoflugers.com/index.htm	16	15.69%
DFW Firearms, TX USA, http://www.dfwarms.com/germanww2.htm	4	3.92%
G&G Relics, Gil Hoffman, MI USA, http://www.ggrelics.com/	6	5.88%
Other dealers, not listed.	23	22.55%
I choose not to participate in the Poll.	3	2.94%
I do not buy from Dealers, ever.	11	10.78%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 102. You may not vote on this poll

12-29-2006, 12:34 PM	#1
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Poll : Dealers - 2nd. Purchase Poll : Dealers - 2nd. Purchase Any new luger collector can buy the 1st. time from a dealer. It might be useful to let beginning luger collectors know which dealers Luger Forum members would consider buying a luger from, AGAIN. Please base your Poll replies on PERSONAL buying experiences you have had with a Dealer and not what you have merely heard and read from others about Dealers. I have selected "dealers" that either have prominent gun show presences or web sites or both. I uderstand there is also a fine line between a true dealer and a private collector that sells lots of guns. I have also listed web site links, were applicable, so folks can visit their web sites . Participation in the Poll is strictly voluntary and you can vote without identifying yourself in the discussion-portion of the Poll...if you want your identity kept private. I have listed only 20 choices (limit of setting up a Poll). You can choose more than one selection, as well. I assume Ed Tinker will add other names as an Administrator can open up the Poll to more than 20 choices. There are other USA luger dealers and over-seas ones as well. Let Ed Tinker know which others should be added.

01-12-2007, 06:10 PM	#3
Don M Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,429 Thanks: 67 Thanked 292 Times in 191 Posts	How about Peter Dunster in Canada? I would buy from him a second time in a heartbeat. Come to think of it, I already have! __________________ Regards, Don donmaus1@aol.com Author of History Writ in Steel: German Police Markings 1900-1936 http://www.historywritinsteel.com

02-04-2007, 07:31 PM	#12
davidkachel User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 784 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Pete, I took the time to go to every web site on that list and look at every gun in which I might have interest, except Lugers because I don't know enough about them. With the possible exception of one Mauser pocket pistol, I found no guns I would consider buying at the price offered. I'd be interested to know if the Luger experts on this list get the same result looking at the Lugers offered: i.e., overpriced. __________________ A heroin habit would be cheaper.

02-09-2007, 11:20 AM	#13
BogeyB Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mc Donough, GA. Posts: 419 Thanks: 0 Thanked 222 Times in 96 Posts	Pete and Membership? Pete, Have you or anyone dealt with Gunrunner"s Auction? Thanks, Mike __________________ MAGA Always!! NRA Benifactor, GCA

01-12-2007, 04:34 PM	#2
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Members... Any names of dealers/sellers worth adding ???

01-12-2007, 07:06 PM	#4
Tomathvl User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Milan, IN Posts: 363 Thanks: 3 Thanked 48 Times in 19 Posts	I second the motion to add Peter Dunster. Tom

01-13-2007, 10:32 AM	#5
Navy RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dc 'burbs in Virginia Posts: 2,482 Thanks: 0 Thanked 16 Times in 10 Posts	A big Amen re: Peter Dunster. Have bought about 5 from him, including some that were significant outlays. Every transaction was smooth and the guns better than advertised. Tom A

01-13-2007, 12:00 PM	#6
RGARRETT Guest Posts: n/a	Does Peter Dunster have a web site? How do you contact him?

01-13-2007, 02:42 PM	#7
Frank RIP Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hot & Dry PHX, AZ Posts: 2,078 Thanks: 24 Thanked 163 Times in 87 Posts	Richard, I would highly recommend Peter. I have been doing business with him for five years and haven't been disappointed yet!! Here is his contact information: Peter Dunster 283 Senneville Road Senneville, Quebec Canada H9X 3X5 514-457-5583 pjdunster@hotmail.com

01-13-2007, 03:25 PM	#8
RGARRETT Guest Posts: n/a	Thanks Frank. This is why Lugerforum is so useful. I have a lot of gun collecting buddies near me, but none collect lugers. Being in Texas most of my friends collect Colts and Winchesters.

01-19-2007, 05:59 PM	#9
nhdblfan User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 17 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks all for the Peter Dunster reccomendation.I have seen his adds on G/A and wondered; When imported from Canada to USA are the guns stamped for import? Excellent poll Pete,especially like the 2nd purchase part. thanks,

02-04-2007, 12:51 PM	#10
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Dave, I understand this Montana outfit is used for the USA importations. You might try calling the shop, directly, and getting the details of their stampings. Leroy's Big Valley Gun Works 200 1ST Ave N Glasgow, MT 59230-1832View Map (406) 228-4867 A few fellows in the Swiss section have just recently brought in Swiss lugers from a group-buy out of Switzerland. I have asked both fellows to post photos, if they agree to, of their importation stampings.

02-04-2007, 03:01 PM	#11
Aaron Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vista, CA Posts: 1,008 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Yes, the Canadian imports have to be importer stamped. I have seen Leroy's stamp, and it is very tiny and discreet. Unfortunately, a stamp is still a stamp.

02-09-2007, 01:07 PM	#14
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Sorry...Mike...but I have not... Some mention of them on Jan's Gun Boards, though...you might "search" there and email those folks that have.

03-07-2007, 11:17 AM	#15
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Walter, Here is the posting you have asked about. I have made this note so it will come up to the "top" of the discussion listings for you...

03-07-2007, 01:11 PM	#16
zeke1312 User Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 167 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I've purchased a Luger from Peter Dunster and highly recommend his services. You get a gun exactly as described by him on GunsAmerica.

06-22-2007, 09:27 AM	#17
cirelaw Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA Posts: 12,216 Thanks: 6,209 Thanked 4,133 Times in 2,173 Posts	ERIC, I just discoved your list of dealers. This is by fay the handiest list Ive ever come accross. What other valuable list are tucked away in your archives, Worth the price of admission.

06-22-2007, 10:51 AM	#18
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Hi Eric, This "list" is not just a listing of Luger dealers out there... The more important aspect of the List is asking the Members (who chose to vote) if they would buy from that dealer again. One needs to contemplate why some prominent names on the List do not get more votes...

06-22-2007, 11:32 AM	#19
cirelaw Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA Posts: 12,216 Thanks: 6,209 Thanked 4,133 Times in 2,173 Posts	'We must police our own, or we become accomplances ourselves'.

06-22-2007, 02:01 PM	#20
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	One needs to contemplate why some prominent names on the List do not get more votes...