pauly, you ask for comments so here's a comment:
I don't know why any knowledgeable person would pay any amount for a Luger in this condition. There are better things to spend money on. It is maybe a $350.00 candidate for a restoration, if one is of that ilk. Otherwise, I see it as a waste of money. As a shooter? I'd be ashamed to be seen on a range with something like this.
It might have a few parts usable for a "shooter", otherwise, using the grips, for example, to improve those on a collectable is boosting the gun. Most collectors are against boosting collectables. (Although many do.)
If one fancies oneself a collector, I'd say stay away from stuff like this. Every dollar spent on less desirables is a dollar less to spend on something worthwhile.
If this was a Cartridge Counter maybe it would be something to talk about, but it's not.
Jack
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