Just checked both the Jones book and Lugers at random, so that I might emerge from the fray slightly unscathed...
Since this pistol still has the rust blue finish, could you give the gentleman the benefit of the doubt and ask to see the pistol disassembled and check to see whether or not the inside is blued or in the white?
I know the side plate looks really buffed, and the proofs are stamped very lightly, but the view of the back strap has the edges still very, very sharp. And they didn't blue the magazine.
Just asking, from the point of a newbie, but I'd hate for him to have such a scarce pistol and not realize it's full worth.
You guys are the experts, but can I take the position of a distant aunt wanting a second opinion for a much loved nephew? Take it apart and check the inside?
Just wanting to learn here, so be gentle. And I realize that a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing...
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