[chasematthew]

I acquired a 1913 Erfurt produced Luger from my mother/step-father for Christmas. It was owned by my grandfather before he passed. My mother told me that he would read the newspaper with this sitting in his lap, and also said he took it from a dead Nazi, which I doubt. It is marked Germany behind the safety and on the port side of the barrel. The barrel is of the incorrect caliber and length to be original. It is chambered in .30 Luger, and has a 6" barrel. Every component on this pistol has matching numbers, save for the barrel (I get a kick out of the stamps on the grip screws and magazine base pad).


I have fired about 75 rounds through this pistol, and enjoyed it thoroughly. I would like to replace the grips, as they are numbered to the pistol as well, and have the ability to fire this pistol on occasion. I would like to know if it would be possible to have this pistol re-barreled in 9mm Luger. My reasoning being the low cost and high availability of 9mm. Also, the fact that I don't plan on selling this pistol, so any modifications made that could possibly lower the value of the pistol doesn't bother me too much. I am currently paying $30 for old Winchester Western cartridges in the .30 Luger. Take a look at the photos and let me know your thoughts if you have time. Thanks!