What to do with an ugly M29-2?
I have the opportunity to buy an M29-2 ser# N796XXX, Pinned barrel and recessed case heads. The revolver has water damaged bluing but no real pitting. The bore and cylinders are good. It shoots jacketed bullets fairly well. It doesn't like my cast loads so far. It has an 8 3/8 inch barrel and the normal wood target grips. I can get it at a good price. I know refinishing will degrade its collectability but it is just too ugly to leave alone.
I was thinking of a good re-blue but if I do that I won't put it into a holster and carry it for hunting, it would be too pretty. I also am considering a Metalife hard chromium finish, very durable and hunting capable. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thank you.
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