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LP08 · 09-20-2002, 03:38 PM

One last point for anyone contemplating shooting an all-original parts 1913 luger: The grips are the most fragile parts of the pistol and are numbered to that specific gun. If cracked or chipped, you will seriously damage the gun's value forever. Use replacement grips if you must shoot the pistol. The right grip is most fragile because of the very very thin rib on the inside surface. This rib is frequently cracked or broken and ancient grips are especially fragile from oil absorption or age drying. The left grip is next most vulnerable and chips around the safety lever, usually.

Firing pin tips are next most frequently broken. These can be repaired if broken but may not be strong enough to fire if rewelded. A substitute fp is wise if you are new to lugers and not familiar with how to decock or dry fire safely.

Few gunsmiths understand how to evaluate and inspect a luger--it is a unique system. You are better off in many instances learning about luger construction and operation and examining your luger yourself.

Congratulations on owning the best piece of 20th century history you can hold in your hand.

Dave

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09-20-2002, 03:38 PM	#22
LP08 User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 71 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	One last point for anyone contemplating shooting an all-original parts 1913 luger: The grips are the most fragile parts of the pistol and are numbered to that specific gun. If cracked or chipped, you will seriously damage the gun's value forever. Use replacement grips if you must shoot the pistol. The right grip is most fragile because of the very very thin rib on the inside surface. This rib is frequently cracked or broken and ancient grips are especially fragile from oil absorption or age drying. The left grip is next most vulnerable and chips around the safety lever, usually. Firing pin tips are next most frequently broken. These can be repaired if broken but may not be strong enough to fire if rewelded. A substitute fp is wise if you are new to lugers and not familiar with how to decock or dry fire safely. Few gunsmiths understand how to evaluate and inspect a luger--it is a unique system. You are better off in many instances learning about luger construction and operation and examining your luger yourself. Congratulations on owning the best piece of 20th century history you can hold in your hand. Dave