JD,
Welcome to the Forum. Many great and helpful folks here.
One of the first things to do in this hobby is to buy good books. The multiple volumes by Jan Still is a good way to start. If you can find a copy of The Mauser Parabellum you will be covering the later production of the P.08 with the exception of the Krieghoff guns.
You could post a WTB (want to buy) for the books on this forum or on the (former) Still Forum. Check Abebooks for "ballpark" values.
The FAQ has excellent info and will be a continuing resource.
As long as your purchase is matching you did OK- not great but OK. Import markings don't enhance the value of the gun. Condition could be better but it's your first and an education does cost money.
Don't be in a hurry, nice things will show up and you can decide how to proceed.
Members here will have guns for sale, the advantage will be honest descriptions and an inspection period is given.
Will look forward to seeing more pics of your purchase.
G2
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