Erfurt 1914

[foxdoublegunner]

Shepherder,
Thanks for the additional input. If I decide to go through with this and make an offer, I will keep that in mind. It doesn't sound like too difficult a task for a gunsmith and the damage didn't look too deep when I looked at it.
It is interesting to hear from the long time Luger collectors what they consider as deal breakers compared to what is acceptable in the context of other factors. For instance I have no interest whatsoever in owning a Nazi era Luger even if it were a rare example in excellent condition offered at a reasonable price. They have no allure for me. However, I have always been interested in artifacts from the "Great War" hence my desire to acquire an example of an Imperial Luger. Artifacts in original condition with wear indicative of honest use, possibly in combat, are also of interest to me because they display their history rather than refinished or pristine examples which strike me as sterile. That is all part of the fun of collecting-each can indulge their particular interests.
By the way, if it is of any importance, the serial number is a straight three digits without any suffix. Is it true that ERFURT produced about 7000 of the P08 model in 1914? The two magazines which would come with this are both the wooden base variety in good serviceable shape. On line I am seeing them offered from $150-200 although I am sure that those with more experience can locate them for considerably cheaper.

Regards,
Ricardo