Old German Luger - Need Help Determining Exact Model and Value

[weezy]

Hello,

Included are pictures of an old German Luger that has been in the family since 1934. The owner of the gun is thinking of selling and is curious for more information on the gun. Specifically what model and what the value of the gun is.


Photos:
https://www.dropbox.com/sc/jbpl64za4dfs0z3/AADYvhwjuNCpRqOabL545qg0a

 

[Hkindiana]

It is a model 1900 American Eagle Luger. The stock is worth as much as the pistol.

 

[Hoosier8]

Wow, too cool. Stock is missing the belt clip.

You might want to contact someplace like Simpson Ltd. that specializes in Lugars. 309-342-5800 They might be able to give you a value.

 

[BigMoose]

US test issue Luger in .30 Luger.

It's worth a LOT.

 

[throttletony]

It is a model 1900 American Eagle Luger. The stock is worth as much as the pistol.

I'm not OP, but what price range are we talking? $200, $500, $1000 .... even in the ballpark. Inquiring minds want to know

US test issue Luger in .30 Luger.

It's worth a LOT.

Again, how about a ball park figure?? A lot could be $250, or could be $1500 -- all depends on perspective.

 

[Hoosier8]

US test issue Luger in .30 Luger.

It's worth a LOT.

5 digit serial number and has Germany stamped on it. I don't think it is a test issue.

 

[jinks]

Here is more information on the American Eagle Luger and the holster stock.

Early Old Model Commercial Production American Eagle Lugers article

 

[Hoosier8]

I'm not OP, but what price range are we talking? $200, $500, $1000 .... even in the ballpark. Inquiring minds want to know



Again, how about a ball park figure?? A lot could be $250, or could be $1500 -- all depends on perspective.

Depending on condition and with the stock a super WAG is around 5K or more depending on condition but it should really be evaluated by someone expert in this.

 

[jinks]

Here is a similar setup from auction.

Scarce Early DWM Model 1900 American Eagle Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Rare Ideal Combination Shoulder Stock/Holster

 

[Hkindiana]

US test issue Luger in .30 Luger.

It's worth a LOT.

US test Lugers were .45 caliber. That is a commercial 1900 American Eagle Luger in .30 Luger that was imported commercially (hence the 'GERMANY" marking. In that condition with stock, I think $3000-4000 retail is about the ballpark.

 

[AmmoManAaron]

US test Lugers were .45 caliber. That is a commercial 1900 American Eagle Luger in .30 Luger that was imported commercially (hence the 'GERMANY" marking. In that condition with stock, I think $3000-4000 retail is about the ballpark.

^^^^What he said^^^^

 

[LARGrizzly]

It is a commercial 1900 American Eagle Luger. Values are close to what others have said. The original test Eagles were chambered in 30 Luger. Very few Lugers were ever made in 45 ACP and I believe there is only one known left in existance.

 

[Hkindiana]

It is a commercial 1900 American Eagle Luger. Values are close to what others have said. The original test Eagles were chambered in 30 Luger. Very few Lugers were ever made in 45 ACP and I believe there is only one known left in existance.

The U.S. military test Lugers WERE .45 cal as REQUIRED by the U.S. Military to compete with the Colt .45, and more than one exists. They ARE worth a LOT of money.

 

[IndyDave1776]

It is a commercial 1900 American Eagle Luger. Values are close to what others have said. The original test Eagles were chambered in 30 Luger. Very few Lugers were ever made in 45 ACP and I believe there is only one known left in existance.

Few indeed...exactly 2 of them. DWM's refusal to make another 100 examples was a pivotal element in the decision to drop the Luger from consideration. I suspect that the Germans were sharp enough to pick up on the fact that it was unlikely that the chosen design would be of foreign origin and therefore did not consider it a viable investment of time and resources.

 

[LARGrizzly]

The U.S. military test Lugers WERE .45 cal as REQUIRED by the U.S. Military to compete with the Colt .45, and more than one exists. They ARE worth a LOT of money.

The Army purchased 1000 Lugers in 30 Luger caliber to test in 1900, they are identifiable by serial number and lack of GERMANY stamping. In 1907 two 45 ACP Lugers were provided to the military for testing against the 1911 and several other pistols. The two provided in 1907 were serial number 1 and 2. The serial number 1 45 Luger no one knows what happened to. The serial number 2 Luger 45 is well documented and is commonly referred to as "the million dollar Luger". It is considered one of the rarest pistols ever made.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

well...looks like you can purchase weezy's for $8,000

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...88834-german-luger-model-1900-rare-stock.html

 

[Rookie]

LMFAO

 

[T.Lex]

In that condition with stock, I think $3000-4000 retail is about the ballpark.

Nothing like a 2x+ markup as an INGO discount.

 

[1775usmarine]

 

[Rookie]

I'm interested but only if he has two for that price.