I agree with Wylon 100%. First of all, it is hard(for me at least) to love a Luger in the shape that yours was when you received it. It was terrible!! I understand the problem with funds for a "mantle piece", plus I am a shooter, not a collector. that is how I enjoy my Lugers. I, myself, enjoy working on firearms, but I know my limits. As far as metal working, you should do what you feel capable of doing, and then if you want help/assistance with additional metal work and/or refinishing, then send it to whoever you want. Your father wanted to "spiffy" up this old Luger, and I think that he would be very proud of your efforts!! You do what YOU feel is correct for you and your Luger, not what some person thinks that you have never met, and most likely never will do so. My .02.
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