Dan, as stated above, the pistol looks correct to me also.
Grip numbering I have no answer, but others more knowledgeable with WWII mausers may have an answer for you. the line is grain in the wood.
If the bottom of the plate concerns you, ask for a few more shots of that area. To me it looks like just some honest wear from being holstered/used. It is 77 years old remember, and been thru a war.
Geo is a very honest man to deal with, and you can put stock in his opinion of any gun he describes to you.
I have purchased more than a few from him, and have always been very satisfied with the transaction. John
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