1915 Luger and Colt 1851 Navy

Idunno

July 11, 2009 07:16

Please excuse the poor pictures and lack of knowledge but I'm hoping to find out if anyone here can help me with a couple of antique guns my late father collected.

The Luger has a 1915 on the top and 893 or 93's imprinted on several parts. The Colt is obviously missing parts but has serial # 115165 on brass trigger casing and in 2 other spots underneath... i'm curious if somebody could comment on what they might be worth and best places or methods to go about listing them for sale please.

Appreciate the help! Thanks.

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  v35

  July 11, 2009 08:14

  The Luger is missing the trigger plate locking lever.
  If it can be cocked & fired ,while holding the plate against the gun, and you hear a click as the trigger is pulled then the internal parts are there. I would at least replace the locking lever before selling.
  The holster is not a Luger holster but a US 45cal model 1911 holster.
  The 1851 Colt revolver comes with a correct Civil War holster and is missing a cylinder and wedge.
  You could advertize on the wanted column for at least the missing Luger part.
  The Luger needs it's grips removed and the frame be cleaned up with brass wool and kerosene or kroil before posting for sale.
  You will also need to take quality pictures of all sides including markings.

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  Herschel

  July 11, 2009 08:31

  I disagree with v35 on cleaning the grips and replacing a part on the luger. The kind of person who will pay a fair price for the Luger will know how to clean the grips and obtain the missing lock bolt. The most I would do is to put a light coat of oil on the metal parts and leave the rest as is. The 1911 holster should be sold separately. If it is complete it could bring some money. Will not suggest how much with a much better photo. I believe the incomplete Luger should bring $500 or more, assuming it functions, no other parts are missing and the bore is good.

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