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Originally Posted by Edward Tinker
Welcome to the forum. The blood pitting is a common excuse for pitting. I personally doubt it. Wet, perhaps blood, but more likely just wet and left a long time IMHO.
A byf is nice and price is a shooter price. The holster could be worth $50 or $200, depending on if original or modified. Is there a tool inside?
Ed
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As far as I know, there isn't a take down tool included with this Luger, but the holster seems original. I'll definitely look into that!
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Your pistol is likely not a GI bring back, but a Russian capture, (see the bullseye grips) that was dipped blued and later reissued, mostly to East German military and police. There should be a small import mark somewhere. Are there any "X"s stamped on it anywhere?
Even in it's poor condition it is worth approximately what the seller is asking. Try to get it for $600 and you will always recoup your investment.
Welcome to the forum!
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That would make sense, someone in the K98K forum mentioned that the grips appear to be replacements. From what I could tell, there wasn't any import marks, nor did I see the Russian rebuild stamp anywhere. Is there anywhere specific I should check? Could this be an example early import (with no stamp) that was spared the Russian X stamp? I know of some early import Russian Capture K98's that match that description.
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Check the magazine, and ensure it's a "FXO" plastic base magazine. If it is stamped with numbers like "2/1001" the magazine is post war. If it's a "FXO" magazine or has an E/122 or E/37 proof it is valuable in itself ($175).
The most likely cause of the pitting is storage in a holster in a humid environment over many years.
Clearly, I can't help you evaluate it's mechanical condition. These were hand fitted at the factory, so all matching parts and good internal appearance is a plus for a shooter.
I'd buy it at the offered price.
Marc
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I'll definitely take a look at the magazine next chance I get. Your explanation of the pitting echoes what I've been researching and what others have told me, and makes sense.
Thanks for your help and the warm welcome everyone, I really appreciate it! I definitely feel much more informed now.
My best to you,
- Sam