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UPDATE::Model 15-4 reverse pinto opinions. Jink's Letter returned
Update; after waiting 4 months and a couple days, I received my official letter from Mr. Jinks. The gun actually left the factory as a blued Model 15. The nickerl frame was done after it left the factory. Of course I was disappointed, but that is life!!
I bought this gun without seeing it as I was worried about losing it. I gambled hoping it might be a pinto. It arrived quickly and is in as good a shape as a 30 year old gun can be and looks as though it has only been fired a few times. No box or papers; it had presentation pachmayrs but I took them off and put on some K frame grips
The only problem I can find is that there is no N stamp on the frame. Everything else is there.
Anybody have a reverse pinto with no N stamp? Could there be such a creation? Give me a reason to seek a letter from Mr. Jinks.
Last edited by firemanhank; 11-28-2014 at 11:13 PM.
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07-05-2014, 04:35 PM
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I do not know the answer to your questions but did want to say that looks very nice.
I think the reason to letter it would be to see if it left the factory as is. That's probably the only way you'll know.
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07-05-2014, 06:08 PM
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The only discrepancy I see is a "reverse pinto" would have a blue thumb latch, but as bamabiker noted it may letter as original...you pays your money, you takes your chances on the letter  .
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07-05-2014, 06:22 PM
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That is a neat looking M15!
Sorry, can't help on your question.
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07-05-2014, 06:29 PM
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No N stamp
There is no N stamp on this 19-3 reverse pinto. The letter tells the story. I think you might want to letter yours.
The gun itself is a well used and well worn .357, loved by the early owner. One of ten in this special order, I have preserved it for the rest to enjoy.
Have fun finding these rare birds.
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07-05-2014, 06:52 PM
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A really nice looking gun…….looks almost mint….get a letter…..then you will know for sure.
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Very distinctive.
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07-05-2014, 07:32 PM
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The original owner said he bought it new in 1981 just as it is because it was a pinto. I am glad to hear DaveGarage's doesn't have the N stamping either.
Thanks for the replies so far!!
Making me feel like I can keep my hopes up. 
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07-06-2014, 07:21 AM
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Nice looking revolver.
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