Hello,
I purchased the below revolver from a LGS today, and trying to determine authenticity of the engraving. My LGS is very reputable and says based on their experience, this is a factory engraved revolver. A few markings worth mentioning:
Under the thumb latch are 2 dots and the initials "SK"
On frame left side R-S in a box with 276 next to it. (refinish standard Feb 1976?)
The revolver was probably manufactured in 1973 or 1974 based on L8318 serial number.
Any thoughts would be appreciated!