Opinions on a 41/42 luger!

Mike B · 07-02-2008, 09:56 PM

Barr,
I have found a fool proof method of finding out if your Luger is refinished or not; find a very high powered light. I use an old 8mm home movie lamp, but I would suspect one of the more modern flashlights would work just as well. Shine it on the grip straps, both front and rear or any other part of the Luger you suspect has been refinished and then use a jewlers loupe to get a really close up look. If the finish is original you will see tiny specks of rust showing through the blue. If it has been refinished, there will be solid blue with no oxidation present. Give it a try.

Mike

07-02-2008, 09:56 PM	#14
Mike B Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 979 Thanks: 1 Thanked 272 Times in 100 Posts	Barr, I have found a fool proof method of finding out if your Luger is refinished or not; find a very high powered light. I use an old 8mm home movie lamp, but I would suspect one of the more modern flashlights would work just as well. Shine it on the grip straps, both front and rear or any other part of the Luger you suspect has been refinished and then use a jewlers loupe to get a really close up look. If the finish is original you will see tiny specks of rust showing through the blue. If it has been refinished, there will be solid blue with no oxidation present. Give it a try. Mike