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Vlim · 02-05-2021, 10:05 AM

Don't get me wrong. I appreciate their craftsmanship, but at the same time I strongly believe some items should not be touched.

Another example is the 'remodification' of Norwegian P08 holsters. The Norwegian army captured large numbers of German P08 holsters and modified them by installing belt hangers that allowed them to use the holsters with US GI style belts.

This modification was done by the Norwegian army and is part of the holster's history. When you remove the GI belt hanger and re-install German Style belt loops, you are left with a holster that is neither German nor Norwegian. And in my opinion worthless.

But if you like 'pretty' guns without historical value, be my guest. But don't mistake it for a restoration. Also, educate yourself before touching an item.

Part of being a good and professional restorer is the ability to say 'no' to projects that uneducated clients offer.

02-05-2021, 10:05 AM	#27
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,053 Thanks: 1,036 Thanked 3,990 Times in 1,205 Posts	Don't get me wrong. I appreciate their craftsmanship, but at the same time I strongly believe some items should not be touched. Another example is the 'remodification' of Norwegian P08 holsters. The Norwegian army captured large numbers of German P08 holsters and modified them by installing belt hangers that allowed them to use the holsters with US GI style belts. This modification was done by the Norwegian army and is part of the holster's history. When you remove the GI belt hanger and re-install German Style belt loops, you are left with a holster that is neither German nor Norwegian. And in my opinion worthless. But if you like 'pretty' guns without historical value, be my guest. But don't mistake it for a restoration. Also, educate yourself before touching an item. Part of being a good and professional restorer is the ability to say 'no' to projects that uneducated clients offer.