Recent content by oldiron1

Thanks guys, I really do appreciate your input and the education. It sounds to me like I may just get used to the scratch (I'll call it character for now) until I find a qualified individual to bead blast it. I never thought of Matte Stainless being so tough to fix, or to at least make...

Hi Guys, I just purchased my first Smith & Wessson 1911 that I really like the feel of. It was a like new, used model that I purchased online and had shipped to my FFL. While I love the gun, my heart sank when I noticed the big scratch under the dust cover, on the front of the trigger...

Thanks for the tips guys; I really appreciate them!

Hi Guys, I've always been intrigued by this series of rimfire pistols and found a very nice model 622 that I decided to purchase. It has wood grips, 6" barrel and (2) 12 Round Magazines. The serial number is: UAD8176. When was this pistol made? Are there any tips/suggestions for someone new...