NOS 4inch Luger barrels

[ithacaartist]

Ken, thanks for showing your stuff. Each new (to us) pistol or artifact is like a puzzle, and those interested jump in and try to solve part of it. It's usually mysterious because most records that were meticulously compiled concerning specs and production then are now just...gone. I'm astonished by mention of "wool pulling" because I have not had that feeling at all as I've followed this thread for the last few days. You're simply attempting to sort out the stuff you've inherited, and the forum community is doing their best to hash things out and come to a consensus about exactly what it is that you have, thus simultaneously giving you a leg up in your quest and exercising the sometimes crazy interest we have in all the facets and nuances that the Parabellum pistol presents. No one has disparaged your offerings, although to a casual observer who is unfamiliar with the scene might infer such a thing. The light of open inquiry and examination of these little chunks of history can seem harsh and painful and disappointing to some, and the process can doubly try one's patience on account of these feelings.

I realize your foray into this unfamiliar realm may be only temporary--many come for assessment/analysis of just one pistol they're involved with, inherited, etc. (parts and accessories, too, such as your case), grab the info they need, and go on about their lives, albeit better informed about their steel or leather. Others have just purchased a Luger, or want to, and are beginning to test with their toes the waters of a truly fascinating and satisfying interest/activity, to stay for a while, coming to learn and share, receive and give whatever knowledge and expertise is on the table. Either way, we have the chance to look at Lugers!

We look forward to seeing all those clean, shiny barrels tomorrow. So hang in there for a bit more and soon enough, bingo!, you'll know all that can be known about What your barrels are, When they were made, and Who made them! What may come off as nit-picking and disagreement is simply part of the process...I assure it is not personal.

Whatever time you spend treading the hallowed halls of "Luger University", be confident that it is not a "you and us guys" thing, since, by signing up, you are part of a truly international endeavor and are part of the 'us".