I am afraid, I usually just check it over, looking for cracks or other problems. Then see if it appears tight, if it works without rounds, then take her shooting....
But..... Any doubts, then take it to a gunsmith, have him or her run a headspace gauge, check for tolerences, etc.
Ed
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Edward Tinker
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Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers
Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV
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