The T-lug on the Borchardt is actually peened over on the outside of the spring plate to fasten it. I once was handed a nearly pristine Borchardt that some ham-handed individual had attempted to replace the spring plate incorrectly and torqued the T-lug out of alignment. Using a pair of smooth jaw pliers I was able to rotate it back into the proper orientation but I was sweating BBs the whole time. Nothing like risking breaking a part on a $25K+ gun to get your undivided attention.
Bill, I am in awe of your machining skills and reverse-engineering ability. You are really talented.
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If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction
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