So I was making the rounds at a local gun show this morning and ended up bringing home this 627-0. It was is great shape and I have never seen once so a partial trade and a little cash and I brought this home. Paid $1000.00 even for it and I an not sure if that was too much, but I really love the gun. The top strap is factory checkered (so I was told).
Yes, the top strap is factory checked. It also came with Combat grips that I promptly removed and stored in the box...I bought mine brand new in 1989. You can see the 1989 price tag.