German Luger info needed

juju

Have a German Luger possibly produced in 1937, serial number 93XX. Has cartouches, 3 on slide, 1 on barrel, stamped with "64" on all parts. Has "S/42" on top of slide. All numbers match including the mag. Cartouches appear to be eagles over 63 (2) and 2 appear to be eagles with upward lines for wings w/ downward lines for feathers.This was handed down to me and I intend to hand it down to my son. Any accurate information is greatly appreciated. This IS NOT FOR SALE OR TRADE.

Rembrandt

I don't know the value but contact the following, they are one of the largest dealers in the midwest for used Lugers. www.simpsonltd.com or email them at simpsonltd@gallatinriver.net

luger01

Juju,You have a fairly common Luger, made by Mauser. The value depends on condition. The markings you describe are what is to be expected on a S/42 Luger.If you want to post back with a description of the condition, I can give you a ballpark value.P.S., why do you think it's 1937? Is there a date on the top over the chamber? Is there a letter there? This info will help me give you a more accurate value.[This message has been edited by luger01 (edited 10-12-2001).]

Basil_O

Check out this site: www.lugerforum.com He has a great deal of information about lugers posted including pictures of markings and what they mean. The message board is a good source of information too. These guys love to answer questions and don't get snotty. If you don't already know how, ask how to correctly decock one of these pistols without dry fireing. This is very important after cleaning & oiling or showing it off as snapping on an empty chamber can do some harm on these.