Luger identication help

[Imperial Arms]

After reviewing the better images, I suppose that I can now make the following comments without rushing like other people. Remember that "you are innocent until proven guilty":

1. The trigger, safety lever and takedown lever are restrawed; the ejector and toggle lock appear to be original straw;
2. The left grip is a replacement and the right grip appears to be fine;
3. The front sight appears to be fire-blued, but difficult to determine if it is original;
4. I suppose that the major parts of the pistol has been refinished, with the restorer paying attention to specific details.

Lastly, this pistol is not a total 'fake', instead it has been partially restored; it has not been altered to enhance its rarity. Considering that these pistols are forbidden in certain EU countries such as Portugal (and France), I sometimes wonder which expert does an excellent restoration without creating to much exposure in that country.

Albert

[Norme]

Albert, I'm sorry that my colleagues on the forum are giving you such a hard time, I don't think they appreciate the subtleties of Maltese humor. I do, however, and can't wait to get back to debating the great Russian/Bulgarian issue with you. Your friend, Norm