Value of KM Luger Holster
- Thread starter ChiliDawg
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The fellow that would know would be Scott Benedict at Pre98---but he is a dealer in the U.S.
He sells the nicest holsters on eBay.
You need to find someone that has a KM marked Luger that does not have a KM marked holster.
That is obviously the best purchaser.
You do not need the KM marked holster for your 1937 dated S/42 P.08.
There is no connection between the pistol and the holster.
Ask Scott to find you a nice 1937 dated P.08 holster and let him make up the difference in cash.
Years ago I asked him to find me a KM marked holster for a Mauser M1934----but most of the KM marked holsters he finds are part of a rig.
He has an archive section on his web site that states the prices that he has sold pieces for.
He is one of the very few dealers that does that.
If you want to see some nice stuff have a look at his web site----you will see a bunch of 1937 S/42s that he has sold or is offering for sale.
The other place to ask would be on Jan Still’s Luger Forum---which you may have done in the past.
This is probably a holster for the U.S. market.
He sells the nicest holsters on eBay.
You need to find someone that has a KM marked Luger that does not have a KM marked holster.
That is obviously the best purchaser.
You do not need the KM marked holster for your 1937 dated S/42 P.08.
There is no connection between the pistol and the holster.
Ask Scott to find you a nice 1937 dated P.08 holster and let him make up the difference in cash.
Years ago I asked him to find me a KM marked holster for a Mauser M1934----but most of the KM marked holsters he finds are part of a rig.
He has an archive section on his web site that states the prices that he has sold pieces for.
He is one of the very few dealers that does that.
If you want to see some nice stuff have a look at his web site----you will see a bunch of 1937 S/42s that he has sold or is offering for sale.
The other place to ask would be on Jan Still’s Luger Forum---which you may have done in the past.
This is probably a holster for the U.S. market.
I actually got two holsters with my Luger so the KM holster is surplus. I have posted this one on Jan Stills forum and was told to expect $800 to $850 in the US market. Any time I go there to research KM holsters, mine and one other are basically the only ones that show up.
Wrong Way
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
Wow! 850 bucks? Really?
Holy crap. I *know* I've got an old Luger holster in one of my junk boxes...it came with a bunch of 'Canuck' shot shells I bought from a yard sale years ago. I guess I should really dig it out....
Holy crap. I *know* I've got an old Luger holster in one of my junk boxes...it came with a bunch of 'Canuck' shot shells I bought from a yard sale years ago. I guess I should really dig it out....
- Location
- Leduc County, Alberta
$850 ish because it is KM marked (Kriegsmarine/Germany Navy).
A normal good condition P.08 Luger Holster usually goes for $150-$350 depending on condition, year, maker, etc.
Two examples of KM marked P.08 holsters.
One is 1938 dated--the other is 1939 dated.
IMHO the critical factor in evaluating these KM holsters is the clarity of the E/M Kreigsmarine marking as well as the rest of the markings on the rear of the holsters.
The same applies to all KM marked holsters for other KM marked pistols.
KM marked holsters will always command higher prices than the normal conventional holster----based on condition----the difference can be substantial.
This is a rare KM marked ‘grz’ manufactured holster for a Radom pistol.
(This holster belongs to John James.)
A black 'bnz' manufactured Radom holster with KM marking.
I used to save photos of certain holsters with unusual or rare markings.
One is 1938 dated--the other is 1939 dated.
IMHO the critical factor in evaluating these KM holsters is the clarity of the E/M Kreigsmarine marking as well as the rest of the markings on the rear of the holsters.
The same applies to all KM marked holsters for other KM marked pistols.
KM marked holsters will always command higher prices than the normal conventional holster----based on condition----the difference can be substantial.
This is a rare KM marked ‘grz’ manufactured holster for a Radom pistol.
(This holster belongs to John James.)
A black 'bnz' manufactured Radom holster with KM marking.
I used to save photos of certain holsters with unusual or rare markings.
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There is a Kriegsmarine P08 one for sale in the US for $400 right now from a reasonable dealer - the holster is in good condition. He sells standard holsters for about $250 - the premium is Navy marked holsters are far less common.
Kreigsmarine (KM) marked holsters continued.
Unlike the P.08 and Radom KM marked holsters, the holsters for the smaller pistols had the KM marking on the inside flap rather than on the rear of the holster.
The holsters shown below are for the Mauser M1934 pistol.
The three holsters shown below do not belong to me----they are all KM marked
IMHO---this is what nice KM markings look like on these holsters.
This is one of my KM marked M1934 Mauser pistols with the one KM marked holster that I own.
The pistol is in beautiful condition with matching navy property numbers O.2325 on the front grip strap and magazine floor plate.
“O” for Marine Station der Ostee (Baltic Fleet)
S/n 532668 Variation 2.
From Jan Still's book-Axis Pistols.
The markings on my holster.
This pistol deserves to be in a better holster than the one I have.
A nice KM marked holster could possibly run $400-$500.
Unlike the P.08 and Radom KM marked holsters, the holsters for the smaller pistols had the KM marking on the inside flap rather than on the rear of the holster.
The holsters shown below are for the Mauser M1934 pistol.
The three holsters shown below do not belong to me----they are all KM marked
IMHO---this is what nice KM markings look like on these holsters.
This is one of my KM marked M1934 Mauser pistols with the one KM marked holster that I own.
The pistol is in beautiful condition with matching navy property numbers O.2325 on the front grip strap and magazine floor plate.
“O” for Marine Station der Ostee (Baltic Fleet)
S/n 532668 Variation 2.
From Jan Still's book-Axis Pistols.
The markings on my holster.
This pistol deserves to be in a better holster than the one I have.
A nice KM marked holster could possibly run $400-$500.
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Wrong Way
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
Just pulled mine out....
says:
FW Rosenbaum
Breslau
1916
inside the cover.
has 11.J.R.8.24. Stamped along the opening in the black leather. It's in decent shape, but missing one belt loop....has a small tool inside the lid in its own pouch.
Thoughts?
says:
FW Rosenbaum
Breslau
1916
inside the cover.
has 11.J.R.8.24. Stamped along the opening in the black leather. It's in decent shape, but missing one belt loop....has a small tool inside the lid in its own pouch.
Thoughts?
- Location
- Leduc County, Alberta
1916 dated WW1 P.08 Luger Holster of course
11th Infantry Regiment, 8th Company, Pistol # 24 Issued.
So your Holster was most likely issued to the 11th (2nd Silesian) Grenadiers "King Frederick III" Infantry Regiment.
If in great condition, your holster would be worth roughly $250-$300...
With the broken belt loop, and in "decent" shape, I'd say $150, with the loading tool (if original) $200 for the package... but, as always, PICS are king!
Personally I'm a cheap bugger, and I found my 1916 dated P.08 Luger Holster in the bargain bin at P&D for $50 with an original magazine and takedown/loading tool in it....
I have a KM holster as well also have the correct KM pistol that came with it.
Mine is marked as the maker: eue/40, waa300, double stamped M and eagle with one really faint.
It is not in as good shape as the above examples....
Its actually the pic under my CGN handle.
Mine is marked as the maker: eue/40, waa300, double stamped M and eagle with one really faint.
It is not in as good shape as the above examples....
Its actually the pic under my CGN handle.
Scott is a knob. He has multiple bad guns on his website and claims they are good, and wants $6500 + each. If you question him or his price, he claims you arent in his league.
I doubt your holster will sell anywhere near $800 in Canada. Your best bet is to list in the USA and internationally. Also listing in these places, you can use USD and price it lower and make the same money here.
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I never bought a pistol from Scott Benedict---just this one holster back in October 2004.
I paid $250 USD back then.
The description was as follows: “ÙS WW2 M3 Shoulder Holster Colt 1911 Mint Screamer!
“Rare Experimental Sears 1943 Early Pattern”. (Sears only made a few of these holsters in early 1943)
“This is one of the earliest made patterns and should be considered experimental”.
“This was the standard issued WW2 ÙS shoulder holster.”
“The holster is in perfect condition with no defects. This is a wonderful investment and collector grade piece. The holster is complete and fully functional.”
This model of holster was originally designed for the ÙS Army Air Corps, but was also used by Tank Crews and others that preferred the shoulder slung rig to the conventional waist belt Model 1916 pattern holster that was used by the ÙS infantry.
I paid $250 USD back then.
The description was as follows: “ÙS WW2 M3 Shoulder Holster Colt 1911 Mint Screamer!
“Rare Experimental Sears 1943 Early Pattern”. (Sears only made a few of these holsters in early 1943)
“This is one of the earliest made patterns and should be considered experimental”.
“This was the standard issued WW2 ÙS shoulder holster.”
“The holster is in perfect condition with no defects. This is a wonderful investment and collector grade piece. The holster is complete and fully functional.”
This model of holster was originally designed for the ÙS Army Air Corps, but was also used by Tank Crews and others that preferred the shoulder slung rig to the conventional waist belt Model 1916 pattern holster that was used by the ÙS infantry.
