1916 DWM Luger - Help Needed

[Mac Cat]

Thanks for sharing the photos.
I hope you can get some better images in better lighting - like outdoors on a dark background.

The grips look like they are in good shape - no cracks or chips.
They may not be numbered, either. Not a big deal.

The chamber looks like it has a mark on it, but can't see clearly.
Is it 1916?

The finish and bore condition isn't as important as all matching parts, in my opinion.
Rough bores are very common because of the ammunition they used.

I didn't like that the first 2 digits of the serial number are missing on the receiver left side ?

I'm also curious about the barrel, as it seems to have no muzzle wear, although the left side of the receiver and sideplate are clearly worn.

The barrel looks smooth and shiny in one picture, but from underneath it looks very rough.
I think that may be from over-exposing the image and it just looks grainy.

I always look at the strawed parts very carefully - they should have similar discoloration and condition.


Looking forward to more photos.