Fire Breathing Dragon ! (.44 Target Model of 1950)

[Heinz]

Nice! I would leave the hammer and trigger alone. They were part of the artist's concept and he is good at what he does

 

[Green Frog]

Awesome start!

Just my guess: after engraving was completed, it had to be reblued and the artist chose this darker appearance to further highlight the work.

David, I was about to post something similar… "reblued" is not really a consideration here as the gun had to be finished after it was engraved, and since this was not factory engraving, blue afterward ("reblue") would be a necessary part of the process. I don't think it detracts at all.

I'm somewhat conflicted over the finish of the hammer and trigger. If they had the original, vibrant case colors from the factory, they might well clash with the look of the engraving. I'd leave them as is in deference to the intentions of the artists involved. JMHO, of course. I like it regardless.

Froggie

 

[oink]

I want that gun for my next BBQ. What are you going to do for a holster. That will be a challenge.

 

[oysterer]

I want that gun for my next BBQ. What are you going to do for a holster. That will be a challenge.

Double alpha open holster...at least you see all of the engraving. Why did he engrave over the turnline where the cylinder stop is riding? That should not be.

 

[jeffrefrig]

Beautiful gun! I guess we won't be getting a range report any time soon?

 

[Say When!]

Awesome start!

Just my guess: after engraving was completed, it had to be reblued and the artist chose this darker appearance to further highlight the work.

Beautiful gun! I guess we won't be getting a range report any time soon?

I reckon not.

Happy New Year!

 

[Say When!]

Thank you, Richard (RKmesa)!

Its high praise coming from a guy with your EXQUISITE collection!

I share your sentiment.

However, my modest collection pales in comparison to yours.

Thank you very much for you kind words.

Kind regards,
David McNulty

 

[Neversink n Klapperthal]

unbelievably beautiful

 

[Say When!]

unbelievably beautiful

Thank you very much!
I reeeeeally SPLURGED to purchase it!
I'm delighted that other Smith & Wesson Forum members are equally impressed!
Kind regards,
David McNulty

 

[ddixie884]

Cool gun. congrats! Thanx for sharing..........

 

[Capt. F.]

Well, since it has been reblued, it drastically reduces its collector value...being the generous sort and taking pity on you, I will give you $500 for it... shipping included, of course.

I like it.

Robert

I'll go $510. And shipping included as well.

 

[Imissedagain]

I like Dragons as well as a large Seahorse with an attitude.

Most likely platinum/white gold as silver, flutes/piccolos, do tarnish even when maintained properly.