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Why did all the World War 2 soldiers want a Luger?

Not sure that they all wanted it, but a Luger is a well proven pistol that works reliably.


With what materials was the Luger p08 pistol made?

The Luger P08 pistol (often just called the Luger) is a historic German semi-automatic sidearm designed by Georg Luger in 1898 and produced in large numbers through World War I and World War II, chambered in calibers like 7.65×21 mm and later 9×19 mm Parabellum with an 8-round detachable magazine and a distinctive toggle-lock action that set it apart from other pistols of its era. The original was made primarily from steel with wood or bakelite grips, giving it both durability and a classic appearance. For collectors and reenactors who want the look of the historic Luger without a functioning firearm, brands like ReplicaWeapons sell decorative Denix P08 pistols, which are faithful Luger P08 pistol replicas constructed from metal alloys and plastic or wooden grip materials to replicate the appearance of the original while being non-firing and legal in many countries.


Why did the American soldiers like the luger?

The German Luger piston is a nice pistol with a good feel that makes it easy to point and shoot. It was a well-known weapon and had been the side arm for the German army since 1917. The American soldier wanted a to get a Luger as a souvenir. He could not use it in combat. The Army frowned upon using enemy weapons. Also, they could not obtain ammunition for the gun.My Father brought back a captured German Luger and the smaller Walther PP, which was used by many military police and high-ranking officers. The German Helmet and the Luger pistol and maybe the Iron Cross medal were the most popular souvenir items that the American soldier sought after.


How much would a World War 1 German luger P08 holster wood stock 1916 stamped in barrel?

prices vary based on condition. send me a picture of the items if you want an offer.....


What are the different types of luger's?

3 types: standard model with 4" barrel artillery model with 8" barrel (world war 1) naval model also with 8" barrel Lugers came in two calibers. 9mm and 30 cal. luger

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What is the value of a 1914 9mm luger with pearl handle?

No way to answer- there were dozens of different Luger variants. Value will depend on exact model and condition. Never saw a Luger with pearl grips- non-original grips reduce values. Could be anywhere from $200 to $2000.


What is the plural of a Luger?

The plural of Luger would be Lugers.


What would a p08 45 caliber with all matching serial numbers of 36 . lso has black grips. all is in very good condition.very very good?

which is it. PO8 (luger) or 45 cal (pistol) ????


. What is a luger?

The Luger P08 was the side arm used by the German Army for both World War 1 and World War 2. The pistol was deisgned by George Luger and went into production in 1908, thus Pistol 08 or P08. The design had a unique toggle receiver mechanism. The gun has only 2 screws and they hold on the wood grips. This design uses close tolerance, sliding mechanisms that does not withstand dirt and grime. That is why the Luger holster completely encloses the pistol.


What is a 8.83 German Luger?

The Luger P08 was the side arm used by the German Army for both World War 1 and World War 2. The pistol was deisgned by George Luger and went into production in 1908, thus Pistol 08 or P08. The design had a unique toggle receiver mechanism. The gun has only 2 screws and they hold on the wood grips. This design uses close tolerance, sliding mechanisms that does not withstand dirt and grime. That is why the Luger holster completely encloses the pistol.


Where can you find a luger?

go to: gunbroker.com search 'luger'


How tall is Keith Luger?

Keith Luger is 6'.


What is the value of your 1903 french luger?

the luger is a German design, not french. luger value depends on overall condition.......


What is Luger ammunition?

9mm would be the most common. there is also the 30 cal. luger ammo which is a bottle neck cartridge......... lugers were made for the 9mm and 30 cal. lugers


What does luger mean in ammo?

by reference to 'luger' ammo, one believes it to be a 9mm cartridge, which is the cartrige for the German luger. however, there are many other pistol that were made to fire the 9mm luger cartridge. in addition, the luger was also made in the '30 cal luger' which is a smaller bullet in a necked down cartridge.


How do you know if German luger uses 7.62 ammo?

luger were made to fire a 9mm cartridge or the 30 luger cartridge. a 9mm cartridge will not chamber in a 30 cal luger pistol............


What caliber is your 1923 commercial Luger serial number 2293L?

They were originally made in 7.65mm Luger (.30 Luger) but many were rebarreled to 9mm Parabellum (9mm Luger). Have a gunsmith check it.