A wise inclusion in my book.
I never bought a gun over the ebay or other for the very reason you point out.
One thing about a reputable gun dealer is the fact that you see the gun before buying it, and he will back you up when whatever hits the fan.
My 42 1940 Luger with pitted barrel that shoots straighter than any pistol I have ever owned with current factory ammunition (Gecco and Winchester Silvertips) and having all matching parts (whether "forced" or not) is MUCH more satisfactory than a brand new AIMCO or MITCHELL (even if it functioned properly as I had looked into a copy but felt it was inferior).
Bottom line for me was to get a real WWII Luger from a reputable gun dealer and see what my $600.00 could do. I am in no doubt as to the legitimacy of a real Luger and paying what it takes to get one.
Used.
Copies are shooters (at best) and marginal in fitting of parts (in my opinion).
The AIMCO I had was not worth mentioning until now.
It cost more than my used WWII real Luger with pitted barrel.
John St.
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