from a newbie with a 'new' luger

[Vlim]

Well, don't worry about it. 'Boosting' is certainly not appreciated. Trying to present something as something it is not.

Simply restoring a shooter to working order using parts on hand isn't really a problem.

If you manage to find a replacement part with the same number and you clearly state that fact when you want to sell the pistol is allright in my book.