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07-01-2011, 04:20 PM
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Signs of Re-bluing
I have recently picked up a great shape M-66-2. Looks almost too good to be true. Have examined it closely, but could not find any signs of re-bluing. But wondering if you have any suggestions as to how to find any tell-tale signs of previously
being reblued?
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07-01-2011, 04:24 PM
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A mod 66 is a stainless revolver and would not be blued.
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07-01-2011, 04:28 PM
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Presume you're talking about a 19? Seems like most reblues start with getting buffed out. This should be noticeable on the logos and around screw holes (not a crisp machined edge, but one buffed out at a bench on a wheel).
Also if it is an old Smith, nothing can replace the deep liquid blue of days gone by.
If you can post a picture that would help.
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07-01-2011, 05:58 PM
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If you have a 66 and it's blued you have a problem as they are only made in SS.
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07-01-2011, 06:17 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MtnSpur
If you have a 66 and it's blued you have a problem as they are only made in SS.
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07-02-2011, 08:17 AM
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Sorry, Fellers. Flint Ridge is right, it is a M19-2. I have both the M66 and the M19, and put down the wrong model number. As far as I can tell, it is original. I have taken the side plate off, and I believe it is factory finish. Appreciate the replies.
The logo and markings are crisp and clean. Thanks for the corrections.
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07-02-2011, 08:44 AM
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Sometimes the edges of the sideplate are slightly rounded from over buffing on reblued revolvers.
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07-02-2011, 11:00 AM
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Sometimes a reblue includes the bluing of things not originally blued. WOW - That was a tongue twister. Case colored hammers, triggers, etc.
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07-02-2011, 11:05 AM
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After further inspection, I'm sure it's factory. The trigger and hammer haven't been touched with blue. Beatiful case colored. Thanks for the replies.
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07-05-2011, 11:32 PM
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Check the front of the ejector rod. It is fitted part and most likely is still in the white. Also, the ratchets are not blued. If both are blue, I would be suspicious.
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07-06-2011, 03:24 PM
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Thank you, nightowl. All clear!
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