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06-12-2021, 14:40 #1
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New S&W revolver with heavy scratching
Hi everyone. The bug has really bitten lately and I have purchased a new S&W revolver in .44mag. I bought this from a reputable store in JHB but had to buy remotely as I am in KZN. I requested pictures today and am a little concerned by the factory finish. I don't expect a mirror finish but this looks a little rough to me? It would probably be easy to fix with a buffer wheel on the bench grinder but really not enthused to have to do this on a brand new R20k revolver. Maybe I am being too much of a perfectionist? I would love to hear others opinions!
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06-12-2021, 14:44 #2
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Re: New S&W revolver with heavy scratching
It certainly looks rough from the pics. Wonder if its not an artefact of the flash?
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06-12-2021, 14:47 #3
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Re: New S&W revolver with heavy scratching
I'd expect the revolver frame to be shiny like the cylinder.
I wouldn't be happy about that.
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06-12-2021, 14:47 #4
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Re: New S&W revolver with heavy scratching
I have a 2 wheelies in SS finish and that looks rough. More close up pics would help, definitely needs better lighting
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06-12-2021, 14:54 #5
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Re: New S&W revolver with heavy scratching
Bought a 6" S&W in the beginning of the year
Had it sent straight from the importer to the dealer
In pictures it looks exactly like yours, in real life it was not as noticeable.
Seemed like a protective coating for shipping that will come off first cleaning.
You can see the buffer/applicator wheel marks easily on the barrel, just like mine
Still waiting ford card so I can go pick het up.
Not worried as all my older S&W's still look brand new after extensive use over decades
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06-12-2021, 14:55 #6
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Re: New S&W revolver with heavy scratching
Right this is confirming my thoughts. I also agree that the frame finish should match the cylinder. I did also think a camera flash may have made it look worse than it was but apparently no flash was used. I asked for a few more pics in better lighting. I will pop them here.
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06-12-2021, 15:05 #7
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06-12-2021, 15:12 #8
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06-12-2021, 19:58 #9
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Re: New S&W revolver with heavy scratching
That looks a lot like the typical wire-brushed finish commonly applied to stainless guns. This is way more practical (and affordable) than a high-gloss polished finish.
I would not worry about it. It still looks pretty to my eyes...
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06-12-2021, 21:52 #10
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