I''ve recently acquired a 41/42 luger, that is all matching and the bluing is about 95%. S.n. is 6106n. I assume that the 41 is the date that this pistol was manufactured. It has the 655 acceptance marks on the rt. side of the receiver and the E/S proof on the barrel, the receiver, and on the forward toggle link. The bore is very good and it has been fired, but the overall appearance of the pistol is close to excellent. There is a slight ding on the front left of the muzzle, but no major scratches and no signs of rust. Internally the piece looks like it might have been made last week. The grips are not numbered but do have the 655 proof marks. The magazine does not match, it is numbered 4182n with a +. It also has the number 122 stamped on the mag. frame and is proofed 37.
I'm a little concerned about the finish, does it look to be original or is it possibly refinished? I notice some of the plum color on the receiver and a slight amount on the barrel, which makes me lean toward original finish.
As always, I would appreciate any information that any of you would care to share. I have enclosed a couple of photos.
Thanks, barr.
http://forum.lugerforum.com/lfupload/4142_lft.jpg
http://forum.lugerforum.com/lfupload/4142_rt.jpg
http://forum.lugerforum.com/lfupload/receiver_top.jpg