The price was very high, especially with a refinish and damaged grips. Many gun dealers aren't far from used car dealers in their ethics and sales techniques. Be guided accordingly.

S&W used to say that they would not refinish M-28's and Victory models in other than their original finishes. So, if you see a Victory in bright blue, be very suspicious of a "factory refinish."

But I'd suspect the one that you saw, anyway.

T-Star