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Unread 06-21-2004, 07:06 PM   #2
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Depends on who does the work. A standard gunshop reblue will reduce the price by 1/2. I have gotten as much as 80% of the value of a minty example with my reworked/restored Lugers. I would say there are about 4 restorers in the country that will get premium prices for restorations. I have seen some shoddy work that would really reduce the value. If there is not a real good reason to restore the gun and it is in good condition, usually it is a good idea NOT TO, especially if it is a truly matched Luger.
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