Marc, The only way to know for sure is to have the breechblock x-rayed to see if there are any fractures in the steel... but I offer my OPINION that this is just surface pitting that should not have compromised the structural integrity of the breechblock. After cleaning the pitting and stopping the active rust, I would have no problem in shooting this Luger. But you have to make that decision for yourself...
With regard to your question, yes, careful TIG welding or filling of the pit damage could be used to restore the block, and then file or machined back to its original condition.
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regards, -John S
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