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Unread 12-19-2008, 06:14 PM   #3
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Looks like a very nice Artillery! The holster and stock look very nice also. Does the stock have a number and proof anywhere? The proof marks you have on the right receiver are standard ww1 proofs. I recommend you field strip this and lubricate all the metal with a good gun solvent or oil. Do this a couple times a year. Clean and lubricate the barrel. Do not store the luger in the holster. I recommend that you do not shoot this,especially if all the parts match. It is to much risk to break a correct marked part. It does not need to be shot, just kept clean and protected. Suggest you write up what you know about your Grandfather obtaining this and keep the write up in the holster. A truly great family treasue and of a quality we all would like to own. Thanks for sharing and welcome to the forum. Bill
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