1900 American Eagle

Imperial Arms · 05-26-2004, 02:59 AM

Hello John & fellow collectors,

Sometimes the 'P' is seen on late Swiss magazines which meant it was destined for civilian use.

I would like to make a comment that the magazine bottom is incorrect and probably a replacement. The right concave area is not the quality of an early Luger magazine.

Without creating an inbalance towards the various compliments which have been made on this Luger pistol, I have a sense that the pistol could have received a very professional restoration. Before any conclusion is made, a closer inspection of the pistol would be necessary.

With reference to the various posted images, I have noticed some inconsistencies with the straw which seems to be 'flat' in color, and it does not have the 'grain' and goldish color I like to see. For a pistol with a very high degree of conditon, I would also expect to see more straw on the safety lever and less fire-blue on the grip screws. Based on the small amount of muzzle wear, this proves that the pistol could have been used with a holster and, therefore, there should have been some wear of the fire blue on the grip screws. Attention should also be given to front sight which should have a fire blue finish; I could not determine if this was visible based on the images.

Lastly, I do see a trace of the slightest amount of patina under the blue or on the high edges which should exist on a pistol which is over 100 years old. I have to lean with Pete that the pistol does not show the right 'comfort zones'

This is only my opinion based on what I see and maybe another expert could someday examine this pistol in their hand.

Albert

05-26-2004, 02:59 AM	#15
Imperial Arms Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Malta, EU Posts: 579 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Hello John & fellow collectors, Sometimes the 'P' is seen on late Swiss magazines which meant it was destined for civilian use. I would like to make a comment that the magazine bottom is incorrect and probably a replacement. The right concave area is not the quality of an early Luger magazine. Without creating an inbalance towards the various compliments which have been made on this Luger pistol, I have a sense that the pistol could have received a very professional restoration. Before any conclusion is made, a closer inspection of the pistol would be necessary. With reference to the various posted images, I have noticed some inconsistencies with the straw which seems to be 'flat' in color, and it does not have the 'grain' and goldish color I like to see. For a pistol with a very high degree of conditon, I would also expect to see more straw on the safety lever and less fire-blue on the grip screws. Based on the small amount of muzzle wear, this proves that the pistol could have been used with a holster and, therefore, there should have been some wear of the fire blue on the grip screws. Attention should also be given to front sight which should have a fire blue finish; I could not determine if this was visible based on the images. Lastly, I do see a trace of the slightest amount of patina under the blue or on the high edges which should exist on a pistol which is over 100 years old. I have to lean with Pete that the pistol does not show the right 'comfort zones' This is only my opinion based on what I see and maybe another expert could someday examine this pistol in their hand. Albert