OK, I've now tried the 'modified' toggle release method suggested and have successfully de-c0cked the pistol thanks to Dave and Doug.
On the front sight, believe it or not Sarco claims to have three different 1900 model sights in stock, at 6.1mm, 6.77mm and 7.0mm height. I'm inclined to get the 7.0mm unless someone advises differently. They also have a surprisingly large inventory of other 1900 parts on hand.
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Originally Posted by DonVoigt
4 Scale,
I'm sorry you are having soooo much trouble with your new shooter, obviously you must send it to me as soon as possible! 
PS- it looks good, nice job on cleaning the grips. |
Ha, Don I really appreciate you looking out for me but I think I'll struggle on a bit. However if I do give up, rather than throw it away I will send it to you.
Thanks for your kind words on the grips. The acetone/stiff-fine brush treatment seems to work wonders. Since posting the pictures above, I'v had a chance to micro-clean under the microscope and they look even better if I do say so myself. I may be nuts but to me the grips are a big part of the appearance of any Luger and I enjoy trying to improve them. Personally I like the grips to be lighter to set off the darker pistol finish, and acetone is very good at removing accumulated grime to produce a lighter more natural wood color.