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Originally Posted by stansdds
So far, the nickel plated S&W revolvers that I have seen had a pretty nice polish to them. One with a satin finish would make me think it is either a neglected nickel finish or an aftermarket, electorless nickel or hard chrome finish. If it is not an original finish, then what you have is a shooter, not a collector piece. But... perhaps a law enforcement agency ordered some with a satin finish.
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...only problem being that in the 1960s and 70s when this gun was available that finish was not available as a factory option.
The one on GB is still for sale. The Seller did write me back saying he would see if he could if he could verify that it was a factory finish... It is a VERY nice shooter grade gun...would make a great field piece as the finish I'm sure is hard chrome and is a very tough finish. My daily carry Commander is HC and stil looks like new after 11 years of daily carry...
Bob