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Unread 01-11-2010, 06:56 AM   #19
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Originally Posted by Johnson184 View Post
I honestly don't mind if it isn't original finish, just as long as it's almost as good as new with great reliability/accuracy.
The problem with re-bluing (IMO) is the buffing that many if not all re-bluers think they have to do to the pistol...Lugers, Walthers, Nambus etc should have tool marks on them; and sharp edges; and crisp blend lines; buffing them to a high gloss gives them a "melted" look that greatly detracts from the aesthetics and value of the pistol...

IMHO, a buffed and re-blued Luger is a $300 - $400 Luger, at best...
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