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Roweenaa · 07-26-2012, 11:30 PM

Greeting,
I am new to the site, but have read for sometime.
I recently acquired, from a private collection, a Mauser Luger . The serial # is 623- no cursive letter, with all numbers (23) matching.
toggle inscription "byf"
chamber has 2 digit code "42"
checkered walnut grips
Military acceptance and proof marks
No sear safety
It has the military markings, with 135 underneath on the left side. Small eagle on barrel as well, two magazines with fxo and what appears to be the eagle. The weapon has some holster wear on the barrel. I also got the holster, but it is in poor condition.
I'd appreciate your comments. I'll try and upload pictures.
TIA

**FlashBang** · 07-27-2012, 12:07 AM

Nice looking P08

Roweenaa · 07-27-2012, 12:38 AM

Thank you. It was love at first sight for me.

**ajole** · 07-27-2012, 04:26 AM

Crazy nice. I'd guess it's in 9X19, right?

Roweenaa · 07-27-2012, 04:48 AM

ajole,
Yes it is. I'm wondering what it's value might be. Got to find a local appraisor.

**ajole** · 07-27-2012, 06:28 PM

The 623 was made in early '42, as they started with the Army #'s at 500 with no letter code, and ended with some numbers and an "m" suffix. So yours should be the 123rd gun off the line in '42. That was the last year they made 'em, so that is cool.

If that is the original finish (it looks too good in the pics, but I can't tell for sure) and all the right numbers, which it sounds like it is, it can be $1500+.
If it is a documented bring-back from WW2, it'd be worth more.

**lklawson** · 07-27-2012, 06:57 PM

Sweet! Looks like it's in amazing condition.

Peace favor your sword,
Kirk

duster066 · 07-27-2012, 10:14 PM

A buddy has a WWI vintage Luger in original, but working condition. It's a beauty. Nice gun and welcome to the site.

Roweenaa · 07-27-2012, 11:14 PM

Thanks ya'll. And thanks for the welcome. I was a little hesitant to join being female, but we love our firearms too!
Yes it is the original finish. I was a lucky lady finding it. A WWll vet recently passed away and his son was liquidating his collection. It was a "safe queen" and taken care of. I was told the Dad brought it home when he mustered out of service. I've taken it down and found all numbers match and where they are suppose to be. No rust anywhere. I'd love to shoot it, but as clean as it is I don't know if I should. Would it diminish the value if I did?

duster066 · 07-27-2012, 11:28 PM

Probably not if you shot it very little. However the advice from many collectors is to not shoot any gun that has documented historical value and is in original condition, because there is always the chance it will break requiring a repair that will reduce it's value. My friend will not shoot his WWI Luger. I would suggest you follow through with your plan to have it appraised by someone who knows old Lugers, before you shoot it.