Ideas on a Luger mismatch

[DavidJayUden]

I don't agree with Jerry on this one. So what if the receiver has original finish? Without the correct balance of parts it will always be a shooter.
How about offering the original receiver with original finish for sale (or trade), and if it doesn't bring enough to justify the sale, then reblue.
Salvage value may be there, but I doubt it.
A year or so ago I had a Luger that was an entirely nice and orig. pre-war lower and an entirely matching WW1 upper. A very nice shooter that brought very average shooter price.
I say that if this one shoots well and you enjoy it, then make it your pet project for the winter and throw money at it. The economy needs a bit of stimulation. Not that it will increase the value of the gun much but it will keep you off the streets a while.
dju