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Old 04-29-2021, 06:44 PM
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At first glance, this 457 looks like almost any Zander 457.

Nothing special...

However, unlike most customizations, Guzzi has eschewed the Baroque (dare I say almost Rococo) embellishments and flourishes that drag many projects (kicking and screaming) "over-the-top" and down that sickeningly sweet, slippery slope of "just too darn much".

Instead, he chose the path of subtle, yet striking detail applied with a craftsmanlike execution.

Every angle was thoughtfully considered and carefully marked, every line was diligently cut, and every finish was lovingly bestowed.

As I have previously mentioned, early on I was impressed by Guzzi's prodigious curiosity, resourcefulness, and dedication.

Combined with an artistic temperament, he has achieved a level of mastery that can only be a product of great talent, finely honed by an abundance of hard work.

Many before me have seen fit to compliment Guzzi's endeavors with an eloquence that I can only hope to equal with my limited vocabulary, but I still wish to join with others to convey the delight I feel when I see a thread started by him, and the sublime joy of following it.

With humbled admiration and respect, I remain simply,

John
John,
thank you for your kind words; they mean a lot to me.

thank you for all the time answering all my questions about permutations and combinations of slides and frames, and modifications of slides to fit other frames...

thank you for keeping many threads alive and always fostering a good discussion...I have learned a lot from them...

thank you for all the great advice...

but above all...thank you for the friendship

humbly,

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Great job, guzzitaco! I have a run-of-the-mill 457, and your work makes mine look like something discovered after a few years lying on a railroad track....

Congrats on a really great work of art!

John
Thank you John...the M457 is a great gun...!!!

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Beautiful work! Tastefully done and everything not only adds beauty but addresses function as well. That is the mark of a Gunsmith. I look forward to what you will accomplish in the future. As far as working on other people's guns, I get the part about taking some of the fun out of it. That said, if you ever decide you'd like to, I'd love to do a project with you. I'd be more than proud to own a gun with such craftsmanship. Skilled you are. With the Force you are strong.

CPM, nice pistol! Hope you have some good leather for it. Too pretty for Kydex!
Thank you lihpster for you kind comments...still much to learn...but in time I will be able to tackle more complex projects and to work in other people's guns... with confidence...

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JohnHL said it. Friend guzzi has shown not only technical skill but artistry as well. Hgis alterations each have a positive effect on the finished project and they have a unity to them as well. This is where an artist’s eye comes in, and guzzi is showing his with a flair!

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JohnHL said it. Friend guzzi has shown not only technical skill but artistry as well. Hgis alterations each have a positive effect on the finished project and they have a unity to them as well. This is where an artist’s eye comes in, and guzzi is showing his with a flair!

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Currently two 13rd mags available BUY IT NOW on GB for $115 each

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If they are going for that much , I ought to throw some out there . I can understand wanting more than 2 mags , but not at the expense of being foolish .
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Prices for 457 and similar 3rd Gens start at $60.00 and go up from their on Ebay.

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I have a BNIB , one of the old style packaging , 52 mag . That ought to bring a pretty penny in that case .
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