$13 USD / RM 32 in 1945
The Luger P08 was a standard sidearm of the German Military in both World Wars.
Better is a very relative term. In terms of quality and reliability, the P08 Luger rated higher in these regards. It also used a more powerful cartridge. But it was also complicated and expensive to manufacture, which is why the P38 came to be.
They mainly used their fists and flaming bottles. Some SA men did use the Gewehr 41, MP40 and the Luger P08 Pistol.
This is sort of like how much is a 1915 automobile worth? Just as there are many models of cars, there are many models of Luger. Value will depend on EXACT model, condition, and originality. It may range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars for some rare versions. An accurate answer will require a hands-on assessment from a person that knows Lugers.
On the 2 P-35s I have they have an eagle over the number 140. These are the most common. You will also see the eagle over swastika on both the slide and the frame. Also the eagle over 140 will be just under the barrel on the muzzle of the slide.
The P08 was not made in 1830.
The Luger P08 was a standard sidearm of the German Military in both World Wars.
I believe you will find that the German Luger P08 went into production in the early 1900's. P08 basically refers to Pistol of 1908.The luger was used extensively during WW1 and WW2 by German forces.
Steel and wood.
depends on overall condition
that should be 'byf 41 and that means it was made by Mauser. value depends on overall condtion................
Value is driven by condition and originality. Your Luger may be $200, or $2000. You will need an hands-on evaluation from an experienced dealer or appraiser. There are DOZENS of variations of Lugers. Sorry-
Better is a very relative term. In terms of quality and reliability, the P08 Luger rated higher in these regards. It also used a more powerful cartridge. But it was also complicated and expensive to manufacture, which is why the P38 came to be.
remove the magazine they pull UP on the top toggle which will then eject any round in the chamber.......................
it is probably a 30 cal luger, which is a bottle neck cartridge.
The P08 Luger was a pistol, and a very iconic one of the Germany during both World Wars. It was also the pistol which introduced the 9x19mm cartridge (also known as the 9mm Parabellum or 9mm Luger).
look on top of receiver, rear of barrel, and you will see a date......that's it.