World of lugers serial numbers of lugers issued to german agents in the united states 191916. This is one of the classic books that all serious luger collectors or enthusists should have on their shelf. The prior owners ownership stamps appear on the title page and the inside back cover. There are many inaccuracies in it, but every now and than i pull it out and check a marking, because it is so extensive, you might find a marking and at least get a good idea of what and. World of lugers proof marks, compiled listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger volume i by costanzo, sam covid19 update april 10, 2020. Browse and buy a vast selection of military firearms books and collectibles on. Complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger, by sam costanzo just how can you alter your mind to be much more open. If you have sam costanzo s world of lugers proof marks you can spend days looking up all the proofs this gun has. Item number1087 description world of lugers in like new condition. Get the best deals on luger book when you shop the largest online. The book you mentioned by aaron davis, the standard catalog is probably the best out there right now.
Serial numbers of lugers issued to german agents in the united states, 191916, vol. Greetings, i am offering for sale a near mint world of lugers, by sam costanzo. Complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger. World of lugers proof marks by sam costanzo volume 1 1977. Sam costanzo obituary washington, dc the washington post. Sam costanzo is the author of world of lugers proof marks 0. World of lugers by sam costanzo a tight clean fine copy printed in 197 7. Complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger by costanzo, sam. World of lugers signed 41418 world of lugers, written by sam costanzo is in excellent condition, and is number 253 of only 500 copies. Eugene bender has an excellent book, luger holsters and accessories of the 20th century, to help learn the accoutrements for the luger. An old price and a date are penned on the top right of the title page. I by costanzo, sam and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Serial numbers of lugers issued to german agents in the. Serial numbers of lugers issued to german agents in the united states 191916 volume one. Sam costanzo papa it is with heavy hearts that his family shares the news that sam costanzo, papa, went to be with his heavenly father on april 1, 2014. Please check out the other books from my fathers collection signed 1st edition, softcover book 1976 world of lugers, volume 1, serial numbers of lugers issued to german agents in the united states 191916 author sam costanzo. The book of pocket knives and folding hunters the guide to the 20th. The book has a complete listing of different luger proof stamps and variations. Complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger sam costanzo. World of lugers proof marks volume i complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger sam.
This is a 1912 dated early imperial luger manufactured by the royal arsenal at. Ralph shattuck was the executor for the estate and he gave permission for dwight and i to use any examples of markings we would like for our police luger book. World of lugers 1977 sam costanzo hc proof marks 19. Complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger costanzo, sam on. Complete listing of different variations of proof markson the luger. Books package on luger,mauser,walther,holsters,small. World of lugers proof marks, vol 1 by sam costanzo. Self published in 1977 this book covers the various proof marks found on lugers. Excellent hardcover book with illustrations on luger proof marks. Mauser military rifles of the world fourth edition. Shop military firearms books and collectibles abebooks. World of lugers costanzo proof marks 1977 rare up for auction is world of lugers proof marks by ralph costanzo. The book was a bit aspirational for me i wanted to collect lugers but never got beyond 1 or 2. There many sources that can help you to improve your thoughts.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. At this time, we ask you to call and speak to a salesman to purchase firearms. The book has close up images of proof stamps and examples of what proofs should go with different pistols. Volume i, has authors signature not personalized condition is very good with some marks from storage. World of lugers estimate chf 70 chf 140 apr 30, 2016. I by costanzo, sam and a great selection of related books. Nearly perfect condition with a slight scuff on the back, no bumped. World of lugers proof marks complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger written and signed by sam costanzo hardcover dated 1977 privately printed this book is 11 14 by 8 3om 27435228. They still have useful information, but they also have a few problems and generally are pretty pricy as a result of having become collectors items on their own. Complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger hardcover 1977 by sam costanzo author see all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Signed sam costanzo world of lugers serial numbers issued. Every luger can tell you a story if youre willing to explore and learn from it.
Complete listing of different variations of proof marks on the luger hardcover volume 331 of 500. Serial numbers of lugers issued to german agents in the united states 191916 sam costanzo on. If you have questions or need more pic please let me know and i will be glad to help out. It superceeded the older books by folks such as costanzo, datig and kenyon. Books package on luger,mauser,walther,holsters,small arms. Item reata pass auctions sizzling summer auction world of lugers book by sam costanzo. Books sam costanzo 2 world of lugers 1 signed jan c. If you have sam costanzos world of lugers proof marks you can spend days. Condition is very good with some marks from storage. We do this to assure you are getting the firearm you want, by describing condition to you in person.
This auction is for a 1st edition signed by the author. World of lugers proof marks by sam costanzo is a must have along with all four books by jan c. Lee lifetime collection at auction the world of lugers book by sam costanzo signed. World of lugers proof marks volume i by sam costanzo this is an excellent reference guide for luger pistols. World of lugers proof marks, compiled listing of different. World of lugers proof marks volume i complete listing of. World of lugers proof marks, vol 1 by sam costanzo book description. This publication is the only definitive work on luger proofs with special emphasis on luger. Excellent condition with no damaged or missing pages. Serial numbers of lugers issued to german agents in the united states 191916. Item number1088 description luger an illustrated history of the handguns of hugo borchardt and georg luger, 1875 to the present day in. Sam constanzo, mayfield heights, ohio, united states of america, 1977. Enclosed in the following booklet are the lugers issued by hans tauscher to german espionage agents in the united states and canada during the period 191916.