New to me Interarms Parabellum

[DonVoigt]

Tango3,
As you get more experience with your luger you will answer many of your own questions.

As you have observed they are much different from 1911's, and transferring what is "good" for a 1911 to a luger just is not going to work.

Entirely different mechanisms, and have different needs.
In my experience the luger does not get as "dirty" as a 1911.

Perhaps because they are not fired as much, but maybe due to the close tolerances just not leaving nooks and crannies for dirt?

I'm not sure why you think you can't cc a luger, it certainly has the "capability"- what ever that is.

If you choose the hollow points, they will feed, I've found several that work reliably; but it does depend on the pistol, magazine, and ammo.

Also look at the truncated cone Fiocchi for defense.

I always alternate ball and hp ammo in my carry guns, after thorough testing to be sure they are 100% reliable.

Just enjoy learning the ins and outs of a new platform, they are extremely easy/quick to Field strip; and really no need to go beyond that and oiling; especially starting out with a "new" pistol.

Welcome and have fun.

Bet you can't have just one!

PS.
Do read the posts under the shooting and reloading section of this forum; especially the "shooters" threads. Lots of info and pictures there.