First time I’ve bought a “Modified/refinished” S&W. Model 19-3 (c. 1969) that is in excellent mechanical condition and has definitely been tuned. Four inch pinned heavy barrel and recessed chambers. But, the finish is something else. All the metal has been refinished in a somewhat semi-gloss or flat black and the 3/8” hammer and trigger have been chrome plated. Naturally, it has those darn Pachmayr grips, so I’ll have to invest in some walnut ones… Again. It even came with a black Bianchi holster in excellent condition. I know, maybe I’ll keep it all black with a set of plastic black pearl grips and call it my Batman Special.
I know the pictures aren’t very good from my digital equivalent of a 1950’s box camera, but I’m hoping that someone can give me their wild guess as to what the finish is.
I had to feel sorry for the kid (That’s anyone under 40) I bought it from. He said he bought it at the height of the panic, needed the cash and was selling it at a $100 loss.
I know the pictures aren’t very good from my digital equivalent of a 1950’s box camera, but I’m hoping that someone can give me their wild guess as to what the finish is.
I had to feel sorry for the kid (That’s anyone under 40) I bought it from. He said he bought it at the height of the panic, needed the cash and was selling it at a $100 loss.