1900 AE newby question
I just purchased my first early Luger, a mismatched 1900 AE refinished by Ted Green. There are a few things that seem unusual to me and I would appreciate feedback from experienced early Luger owners.
The toggle pulls back easily for about 2/3 of its travel and then becomes difficult to pull back to the fully opened position. I soon discovered that the hard pull begins when the leaf spring makes contact with the top of the grip strap, creating a shortened fulcrum point. Is this normal?
When the toggle is pulled fully back it will stay opened as if the hold open is engaged. A slight tap will send it slamming back into battery as normal. There does not appear to be any binding in the cannon mechanism. When the gun is assembled with the coupling link disengaged from the leaf spring the operation of the toggle is smooth as glass. Please advise. KFS
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