My wife and son presented me with a wonderful Christmas gift this morning. A S&W Registered Magnum! It is a beautiful gun, retaining almost all of the finish. I will post pictures soon. I am sending a request to Roy for a letter. I believe it came from another member here, and I would like to thank him for making it available. This 6 1/2: gun has pre-war grips, Patridge front sight and the fantastic, deep blue finish that makes them so desirable. I am deeply grateful to my family for this one. Shotgunner