Hello Tom & Dwight,
In view of the fact that we will never know whether the pistols outside the 6100-7100 are actual correct US Test Lugers, many of us will remain with uncertainities and doubts while some other collectors will be prepared to take a gamble with those pistols in the 'grey-area'.
I guess that at the end of the day, it is possible that how much money a collector is willing to pay for a 'grey' US Test Luger will determine if it is acceptable or not. For the purpose of my 'comfort' and satisfaction, I would prefer to buy a US Trials Luger in the theorical serial range and the correct features. Some collectors like contraversy whereas I like my peace of mind when I decide to spend plenty of money for an expensive pistol. It is all about how deep you are willing to swim from the shore and what feeds underneath.
Albert
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