New 1911 P-08. Seeking opinions....

[colreed]

My first post to lugerforum. Someone on Gunboards suggested I put my new baby over here.

Just sort of stumbled into a 1911 DWM the other day and could use some info and advice. Link to photobucket pictures to follow.

First, should I leave it the way it is or try to have it refinished?

Second, the letter after the SN, would that be a small e or a capital R? I don't know the conventions for SN letters.

Third, would you think the mag has been treated or did some of them come that way?

Fourth, I understand that the stamping on the grip front strap is a unit marking. How can I find out which unit?

Thanks very much for helping. Any and all advice will be most welcomed.

http://s119.photobucket.com/albums/o...1/1911%20P-08/

Regards,
Reed

If the link doesn't work, please let me know.