I have owned , used, and enjoyed my M457 for years. I am sure the M457 is one of the best kept secrets in the handgun world. I had mine refinished and now it is too pretty for carry; what do you think?
The best compact 45acp, for carry, is the Bersa Thunder 45. Mine is compact, lightweight, accurate, reliable, and not expensive. It has served me well for years. Whats not to like? Regards, Richard
I am pretty sure the early 1917s had a commercial blue and the later ones came with a matte finish. I may be wrong but that is what is in my head. Regards, Richard