Dwight,
You are basically correct but I have found that a minor mismatched part does not have a major effect on the value. Nothing like a mismatched frame, barrel, toggle, etc. That is the point I was trying to make. Maybe your experience has been different. Mismatched parts like the firing pin or toggle pin don't drag the value down like major parts. Mismatched small parts that are not easily visible, especially until the gun is disassembled, seem to have less impact. I was talking about major part mismatch = major reduction in value. I would still consider a Luger with a mismatched firing pin, a collectible Luger. It's not one I would prefer, however. A Luger with a mismatched barrel is a shooter. My opinion, only, and based on what I have observed.
Of course, any mismatched part will have a negative effect on value. How much, I suppose, depends on the buyer.
Best Regards, Leon
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