need help stripping a 1912 Erfurt for re-finish

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DONE!!!! I just got back from GT's house after putting it all back together. I received the parts from the refinisher, Charles Danner in KY a couple of days ago. I cannot say enough good about Charles' work. Given what we started with (see early pics) and what I sent him, I could not be more pleased with the outcome. As you remember, things looked very iffy in the beginning due to the Brit coating. One thing I did ask Charles to do was remove the British proof marks on the bottom of the barrel (some may disagree with that...but my choice). Compare the before and after bottom barrel. All in all, the result is actually better than I had hoped for. This is not a highly collectable "mint" Luger, but it sure is pretty! See for yourself.
My thanks, best wishes and a belated Merry Christmas to all of you who contributed your thoughts, ideas and encouragement.
Steve