Everything is pointing so far to this Luger pistol being genuine, and it practically appears to be unfired-mint - the strawed parts show no handling whatsoever. Based on the images above, I can agree with the overall consistency (including the fire-blue parts), and the fading/discoloration on the grip screws gives a positive sign of only the slightest handling.
If this Luger would be determined by an expert, after an inhand examination, that it could be refinished, it would be the BEST restoration I have ever seen. I give this Stoeger Luger a thumbs-up because I wonder whether the best restorer in the world could match this level or quality, workmanship and precision for the amount of time it would take to complete such a job.
Albert
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