A M1900 Bulgarian

[Ron Wood]

Why replace them? There isn't anything wrong with them as they are. They fit the gun's overall condition and I do not think replacement would add significantly to the value of the piece. It isn't pristine, probably 70%-75% with surface rust discoloration but no pitting. It is difficult to tell from the photos, perhaps the strawed parts were over cleaned but to me that does not justify refinish or replacement. They are an honest part of a really scarce Luger that has survived approximately more than 99% of the original contract. At 95% condition it would be easily worth $9000. In its current un-messed with condition I still think it should be valued between $7000-$8000. These things don't grow on trees. It is correct, original and one of a vanishing number of truly rare "unimproved" collector items. Let it alone and enjoy it for what it is. End of soapbox. <img border="0" alt="[soapbox]" title="" src="graemlins/soapbox.gif" />