6Gunslinger
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I just picked up my new 442 (transfer to local FFL) and upon closely inspecting the barrel where it attaches to the frame I'm seeing some filings like when you strip a bolt. See pics. The barrel doesn't have a gap and looks to be straight... I'm guessing they assemble these after finishing the parts individually? could this just be where the finish came off a little bit and it wasn't cleaned up? It's a no lock model and was hard to find so while I want to make sure it's a 100% safe before firing, it'll be a bummer if I have to send it back or in to S&W. You guys are the experts, whatdaya think? Fingers are crossed that's it normal, but I'm doubting it....