The gun has checkered coke bottle grips, similar (but not identical) to the grips on my 1986 model 629.

There is also an "issue" with the front sight. Someone had removed the red insert from the ramp and installed a cleverly manufactured blade that uses two set screws and is cut to fit precisely into the slot used for the red insert. In effect, this revolver now sports a Patridge style front sight.

The LGS was crowded when I swung by, so I will pop over after lunch for the photos for y'all.

To be continued ...