I am in the initial process of dealing on a M58 (ca.1967). It is nickel plated with gold washed (plated?) trigger, hammer, cylinder release and ejector rod assembly, stated to have been special ordered from Smith & Wesson in this finish. The current owner tells me that it is originally a LEO (specifically, Secret Service) weapon and had been in use as a duty weapon for 20 years. I have no reason to doubt his statements about the revolver, but I have not been provided with any documentation.

Being a service revolver, I am not very concerned about it being pristine, etc. I am just curious about the validity of this being a legitimate factory finish option, or, as I've read elsewhere, that it is more likely to be an aftermarket bling-thing?

Sorry about not posting photos, but I don't want to compromise a deal if it comes through.

Thanks to all.