The frame of this gun is from a 1906 Navy (altered)--see the milled-out lower safety area. The front of the frame has been ground to accept the short receiver which is currently installed. The crown proof mark on the breechblock indicates that this is from a Navy Luger as well. It would be interesting to know the mark on the barrel.
As noted upscreen, this gun is quite an assemblage of mismatched parts, in fairly crummy condition. $550 is absolutely top dollar for a gun like this, and if you are serious about pursuing it you should try to get it for half that. You will not likely ever get your money back out of it in a future sale.
The safety and functionality of this gun is certainly questionable, and it should be submitted to a gunsmith with considerable Luger expertise for examination before firing it.
--Dwight
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