Pete,
As stated previously, I think it is quite evident that the Navy in the first set of pictures has been refinished after manufacture. The 1917 dated Luger I posted has not been refinished. It exhibits the oxidations under the finish even though it is in the 97% original finish range. It has the typical rust on the grip frame under the grips with the matching staining on the grips. If it would further our knowledge of Lugers, I will be glad to bring this Navy to the October Tulsa show for any and all to examine.
I will be glad to send scans of any or all parts to anyone that will drop me their e-mail address. There may be a way to attach pictures to the forum e-mail, but it is much easier to scan directly to e-mail.
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