[lugerholsterrepair]

Dwight, On the stock there should be a crown over a letter stamped in the left side about midway. It should have dark wood with an old patina, some dents and dings and the most important is to look at the wood to metal fit. The Germans were masters at fitting the wood to metal and it should be virtually perfect. Repro stocks have gaps and look bad.

The holster should look and smell old. Look closely at the stitching. It should be linen not cotton or synthetic. Linen is stranded but slick. Not fuzzy. Look for a maker mark on the top lid and a date. Should have wear places and scuffs. Look at the stock block in the back to see if it has been used and somewhat stretched. I could go on and on here. It just should look old and not new. You have to have a little knowledge and experience here and you can tell immediately. Hope this helps. Jerry Burney