Andy,
Thank you for your opinion on my SS Pistol. I do not agree with your opinion because I have seen too many SS Pistols done this same way. The most beautiful done are the series of captured Czech Pistols. They are reworked, nitro proofed,Property stamped / engraved, polished, and high blued.They come in a TK marked holster. They readily exist and are highly sought after by SS Weapons Collectors. In addition they are very expensive.
Also, the Death Runes is also a variant property mark for SS Lugers. I have never seen an accountability # on a luger. The majority of the original SS Lugers will be either Nitro proofed or E/N proofed.
Also, my SS Pistol was purchased by me in 1963 along with the SS Belt & Buckle that it came with for $45.00 from Mr John Laidacker from Shickshinny, PA. He ran an antique / pawn shop. His father was the noted Laidacker of the Kentucky Rifle Collection and publications.
Richard Kuchta
