Videos tagged with Commercial Luger

This video showcases a portion of the rare Luger collection belonging to Robert Saltsman, presented by Tom from Legacy Collectibles. It highlights early Lugers, including long barrel variants such as Artillery Lugers and Commercial Lugers, as well as a scarce Luger Carbine. All firearms are noted to be in excellent condition with original finishes, offering collectors a rare glimpse at pieces not typically accessible to the public. The description also promotes the Patreon page for Legacy Collectibles and their podcast, "Flak & Fubar."

This video provides an in-depth look at various commercial Luger pistol variations, distinguishing them from military models. It covers historical context, specific model differences like the 1900, 1906, and 1908, and discusses export markings, retailer stamps, and unique contract models such as the Swiss and Portuguese GNR. The presentation highlights the condition and collectibility of commercial Lugers, often found in 7.65mm.

This video from Forgotten Weapons explores a rare ManuFrance Commercial Luger, highlighting its historical significance as a firearm sold commercially in France. Ian McCollum details the Luger's advanced design prior to WWI and its adoption by various militaries. The presentation emphasizes the unique markings of ManuFrance, a major French mail-order company, and provides specific details on calibers, barrel lengths, and sales volume between 1909 and 1915. The expert analysis includes comparisons to other contemporary pistols and insights into the pistol's markings and potential aftermarket inventory numbers.