VoPo Values

SteveM · 12-11-2014, 04:22 PM

What's an all matching VoPo going for these days? All matching original parts 1916 DWM that has only been dipped and marked with a couple C/N's C/U's and a vopo stamp and with bullseye grips. Mag is non matching 2/1001. No import stamps. Finish is probably 90%.

Edward Tinker · 12-11-2014, 04:31 PM

IMHO more than a shooter but less than a WW1 or Weimar

I would say $1000-$1200 max?

Ed

Lugerdoc · 12-12-2014, 10:32 AM

I would say that the above is maximum with 2 matching VOPO mags, a new C/n VOPO barrel and no Xed out renumbered parts. TH

sheepherder · 12-12-2014, 11:56 AM

Geography plays a big part in values. In my area, $1200 - $1500, gun show purchase high end.

mrerick · 12-12-2014, 01:07 PM

Last year, this unissued VoPo rework showed up at my LGS.

Complete, in box with tool and two VoPo magazines (one FXO and the other a 2/1001 East German).

It's a 1921 and was unit marked. I wanted a representative VoPo, and this one fit the bill! This one was OTD for less than $1k.

Marc

SteveM · 12-12-2014, 08:37 PM

They are wanting $995 for the one that I am looking at, then I will have to pay the sate sales tax of 8.025% on top of that which brings it just under 1100.

Ben, I notice yours has the EG replacement td lever that was numbered to match. I like it!

SteveM

sheepherder · 12-12-2014, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by SteveM

They are wanting $995 for the one that I am looking at, then I will have to pay the sate sales tax of 8.025% on top of that which brings it just under 1100.

The VoPo/RC Lugers were arsenal refurbished with parts that met specs by mostly captured armorers. $995 is not out of the question, IMHO.

Sergio Natali · 12-13-2014, 04:29 AM

Also here VoPo Lugers are not rare at all, the one I enclose a picture of was a WWII Russian capture then used by VoPo.
Its value is about US 1,400.00

Sergio

Wilhelm · 12-14-2014, 03:08 AM

No offense intended but I really can't see anyone paying $1400 for an Eastie rework at this time. Perhaps later, but not now.

Vlim · 12-19-2014, 06:41 PM

There are Vopos and there are Vopos. I usually select them on a rarity factor. There are many refurbished standard military P08's, mostly Mausers and DWMs. The more interesting guns have their East German markings intact, perhaps a few crown/U inspection proofs, and an interesting blend of history. Some remarkable variations I noticed: A crossed rifles VoPo, a first issue DWM VoPo, Marcs 1921 Reichswehr VoPo, VoPos with newly made DDR parts, etc...

The most interesting (and expensive) variation is the newly made batch of about 150 pistols, made around 1953. These have been selling in the 2000-range.

Dwight Gruber · 12-20-2014, 05:57 AM

Gerben's Ernst Thälmann-made P1001-2 (P08) sn 72 ranks among the most unique Lugers in existence. For anyone interested, he graciously allowed us to present a full profile of this pistol in "Police Lugers".

--Dwight

Sergio Natali · 12-20-2014, 06:25 AM

Brian (Wilhelm)

I agree, in fact I wouldn't either, but unfortunately here prices seem to be higher than in the States, as an example the artilery Luger (rechambered! 9x21 IMI) would cost the equivalent of USD 3080.00 and a Colt Government dtd 1967 about USD 2800.00

That's the way the cookies crumble!

Sergio

alanint · 12-20-2014, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Vlim

There are Vopos and there are Vopos. I usually select them on a rarity factor. There are many refurbished standard military P08's, mostly Mausers and DWMs. The more interesting guns have their East German markings intact, perhaps a few crown/U inspection proofs, and an interesting blend of history. Some remarkable variations I noticed: A crossed rifles VoPo, a first issue DWM VoPo, Marcs 1921 Reichswehr VoPo, VoPos with newly made DDR parts, etc...

The most interesting (and expensive) variation is the newly made batch of about 150 pistols, made around 1953. These have been selling in the 2000-range.

Vlim, where these made without a stock lug?

Vlim · 12-20-2014, 11:06 AM

Yes. No stock lug and no lanyard ring.

alvin · 12-20-2014, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by luger.parabellum

but unfortunately here prices seem to be higher than in the States

Common variation of P.38 is definitely cheaper in the US. This ac44, sold just a few minutes ago, $550, add BP $649, adding shipping, should still below $700... much cheaper than Italy.

Sergio Natali · 12-20-2014, 02:04 PM

Unfortunately here there is not enough competition, as gunshops that sell decent collectible guns are very few.

Sergio

alanint · 12-20-2014, 02:24 PM

Sergio, There must be thousands of war souvenirs in people's homes in Italy that have never been declared.

If you come across a pistol in someone's home, can you then register it and make it legal, after converting the caliber?

alvin · 12-20-2014, 02:40 PM

Just watched another Flatside sale. This variation is scarce, but quite a few shows up recently. $3750, plus BP is $4425, plus shipping.. about $4500.

Sergio Natali · 12-21-2014, 07:36 AM

Doug

Yes in theory you can, apart from the fact that you've got to report it to the Police to whom you'll have to explain how, when, if, ect. ect.
In some cases I'm sure many people have done what my grandfather did with an old WWI relic of a revolver: he took it apart.

Sergio

12-11-2014, 04:22 PM	#1
SteveM User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,016 Thanks: 94 Thanked 275 Times in 137 Posts	VoPo Values What's an all matching VoPo going for these days? All matching original parts 1916 DWM that has only been dipped and marked with a couple C/N's C/U's and a vopo stamp and with bullseye grips. Mag is non matching 2/1001. No import stamps. Finish is probably 90%.

12-12-2014, 10:32 AM	#3
Lugerdoc Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: POB 398 St.Charles,MO. 63302 Posts: 5,089 Thanks: 6 Thanked 736 Times in 483 Posts	I would say that the above is maximum with 2 matching VOPO mags, a new C/n VOPO barrel and no Xed out renumbered parts. TH __________________ Tom Heller POB 398 ST.Charles, MO. 63302 Tel 636-447-3006 [email protected]

12-12-2014, 11:56 AM	#4
sheepherder Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: ...on the 'ol Erie Canal... Posts: 8,183 Thanks: 1,400 Thanked 4,442 Times in 2,330 Posts	Geography plays a big part in values. In my area, $1200 - $1500, gun show purchase high end. __________________ I like my coffee the way I like my women... ...Cold and bitter...

12-12-2014, 01:07 PM	#5
mrerick Super Moderator - Patron LugerForum Life Patron Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Eastern North Carolina, USA Posts: 3,909 Thanks: 1,374 Thanked 3,110 Times in 1,510 Posts	1921 DWM P08 Luger VoPo Last year, this unissued VoPo rework showed up at my LGS. Complete, in box with tool and two VoPo magazines (one FXO and the other a 2/1001 East German). It's a 1921 and was unit marked. I wanted a representative VoPo, and this one fit the bill! This one was OTD for less than $1k. Marc Attached Thumbnails __________________ Igitur si vis pacem, para bellum - - Therefore if you want peace, prepare for war.

12-13-2014, 04:29 AM	#8
Sergio Natali User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Somewhere in Northern Italy Posts: 2,646 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 1,783 Times in 1,007 Posts	Also here VoPo Lugers are not rare at all, the one I enclose a picture of was a WWII Russian capture then used by VoPo. Its value is about US 1,400.00 Sergio Attached Thumbnails __________________ "Originality can't be restored and should be at the top of any collector's priority list.

12-11-2014, 04:31 PM	#2
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,935 Thanks: 2,033 Thanked 4,533 Times in 2,093 Posts	IMHO more than a shooter but less than a WW1 or Weimar I would say $1000-$1200 max? Ed

12-12-2014, 08:37 PM	#6
SteveM User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,016 Thanks: 94 Thanked 275 Times in 137 Posts	They are wanting $995 for the one that I am looking at, then I will have to pay the sate sales tax of 8.025% on top of that which brings it just under 1100. Ben, I notice yours has the EG replacement td lever that was numbered to match. I like it! SteveM

12-14-2014, 03:08 AM	#9
Wilhelm User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 358 Thanks: 45 Thanked 125 Times in 59 Posts	No offense intended but I really can't see anyone paying $1400 for an Eastie rework at this time. Perhaps later, but not now. __________________ [email protected] I promise to be nice and play well with others

12-19-2014, 06:41 PM	#10
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,053 Thanks: 1,036 Thanked 3,988 Times in 1,205 Posts	There are Vopos and there are Vopos. I usually select them on a rarity factor. There are many refurbished standard military P08's, mostly Mausers and DWMs. The more interesting guns have their East German markings intact, perhaps a few crown/U inspection proofs, and an interesting blend of history. Some remarkable variations I noticed: A crossed rifles VoPo, a first issue DWM VoPo, Marcs 1921 Reichswehr VoPo, VoPos with newly made DDR parts, etc... The most interesting (and expensive) variation is the newly made batch of about 150 pistols, made around 1953. These have been selling in the 2000-range. Attached Thumbnails

12-20-2014, 05:57 AM	#11
Dwight Gruber User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 3,902 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1,318 Times in 431 Posts	Gerben's Ernst Thälmann-made P1001-2 (P08) sn 72 ranks among the most unique Lugers in existence. For anyone interested, he graciously allowed us to present a full profile of this pistol in "Police Lugers". --Dwight

12-20-2014, 06:25 AM	#12
Sergio Natali User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Somewhere in Northern Italy Posts: 2,646 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 1,783 Times in 1,007 Posts	Brian (Wilhelm) I agree, in fact I wouldn't either, but unfortunately here prices seem to be higher than in the States, as an example the artilery Luger (rechambered! 9x21 IMI) would cost the equivalent of USD 3080.00 and a Colt Government dtd 1967 about USD 2800.00 That's the way the cookies crumble! Sergio Attached Thumbnails __________________ "Originality can't be restored and should be at the top of any collector's priority list.

12-20-2014, 11:06 AM	#14
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,053 Thanks: 1,036 Thanked 3,988 Times in 1,205 Posts	Yes. No stock lug and no lanyard ring.

12-20-2014, 02:04 PM	#16
Sergio Natali User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Somewhere in Northern Italy Posts: 2,646 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 1,783 Times in 1,007 Posts	Unfortunately here there is not enough competition, as gunshops that sell decent collectible guns are very few. Sergio __________________ "Originality can't be restored and should be at the top of any collector's priority list.

12-20-2014, 02:24 PM	#17
alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,916 Times in 1,192 Posts	Sergio, There must be thousands of war souvenirs in people's homes in Italy that have never been declared. If you come across a pistol in someone's home, can you then register it and make it legal, after converting the caliber?

12-20-2014, 02:40 PM	#18
alvin User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: US Posts: 3,843 Thanks: 132 Thanked 729 Times in 438 Posts	Just watched another Flatside sale. This variation is scarce, but quite a few shows up recently. $3750, plus BP is $4425, plus shipping.. about $4500. Attached Thumbnails

12-21-2014, 07:36 AM	#19
Sergio Natali User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Somewhere in Northern Italy Posts: 2,646 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 1,783 Times in 1,007 Posts	Doug Yes in theory you can, apart from the fact that you've got to report it to the Police to whom you'll have to explain how, when, if, ect. ect. In some cases I'm sure many people have done what my grandfather did with an old WWI relic of a revolver: he took it apart. Sergio __________________ "Originality can't be restored and should be at the top of any collector's priority list.