Agreed. For four bills, he better have all matching Waffenampts and consistent wear patterns. At that price, I would also wonder if he is getting a desireable maker and year block. I sold a 1945 Walther A-block double lug rifle that was incomplete and damaged. The buyer knew exactly what he was getting, but wanted a double lug rifle for the collection.

Although few collectors cross into the reeanacting community, there are some very knowledgible fellows there. Yes they shoot their rifles. Yes they break them.