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BigCity · Aug 25, 2015

School me on Luger vs 1911 Government Model

German Luger vs Colt 1911 Government models (C&R)

I would love to add a Luger (shooter grade) to my group or, if cannot find one, a 1911.

Continental has a "pristine" Luger for $3800. Never been fired, but way out of my league. They also have 4 1911's ranging up to $1900.

I have fired a Luger before and it fits really good in my hand. Never fired a 1911.

If I get really lucky, maybe swing both.

What say you?

Squaregrouper · Aug 26, 2015

It has been my experience that Continental is overpriced on just about everything. Shop around before purchasing a firearm from them.

LoneRanger · Aug 26, 2015

I'm sure my son will post when he gets a chance today as he has both.

Whitey · Aug 26, 2015

BigCity,

I have both. Luger's generally seem to start at $900ish for shooter grade and a good example can be found from $900-$1,500 in good shootable shape. I have a friend that collect German guns exclusively. The worth of some of his Luger's make me cringe, but it's a collector's market and everyone thinks their super neat. BTW, one's for sale in the classifieds.

I don't have any "collector grade" 1911's but have a few nice shooters. A Rock Island Arsenal is a very good bargain for a starter 1911. The options from there are endless. I love shooting 1911's and replacement parts are readily available. Parts for Luger's are available, but far more expensive.

I'd recommend a good shooter grade 1911 simply because there are far more options to fit your specific needs, then get a Luger down the road when you find yourself a bargain.

-Whitey

BigDaddy · Aug 26, 2015

You need both. If you can stomach a nickel plated luger, bargins can be found. It was a common thing to do after the war. Pure collectors turn their noses up at these, but it's part of history. 2 on GB, I cannot comment about the authenticity of the holster but maybe someone can.
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=503548143
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=502765448

BigCity · Aug 26, 2015

Thanks Whitey and Big Daddy. I looked in the ads before posting this and did not see one there. Probably missed it.

Lou45 · Aug 26, 2015

Whitey said:
BigCity,

I have both. Luger's generally seem to start at $900ish for shooter grade and a good example can be found from $900-$1,500 in good shootable shape. I have a friend that collect German guns exclusively. The worth of some of his Luger's make me cringe, but it's a collector's market and everyone thinks their super neat. BTW, one's for sale in the classifieds.

I don't have any "collector grade" 1911's but have a few nice shooters. A Rock Island Arsenal is a very good bargain for a starter 1911. The options from there are endless. I love shooting 1911's and replacement parts are readily available. Parts for Luger's are available, but far more expensive.

I'd recommend a good shooter grade 1911 simply because there are far more options to fit your specific needs, then get a Luger down the road when you find yourself a bargain.

-Whitey

Hey Whitey, I believe Big City is lookin' for a USGI 1911 or 1911-A1, not recent manufacture.

BigCity · Aug 26, 2015

Correct Grandfather :innocent0

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