Pictures of my newly acquired pre 29”. I had a nice 4” black case that I’d bought in hopes of finding the right revolver. I didn’t realize these older blued guns are as hard to photograph as nickel guns but I don’t pretend to be a photographer. The informative letter is attached as well. We are very fortunate to be able to get this type information.
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Congrats on the new acquisition- it looks like an amazing piece 
Congrats Randy! That is one sweet looking revolver.
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Won't see that one everyday!! Glad for you and enjoy.
Photographing a dark subject on a white background causes the subject to be underexposed because camera's exposure meter 'sees' and exposes for the white background. There are a couple ways to get better results. Easiest way is to use a darker background. You could also use exposure compensation of maybe +2. I personally avoid using any kind of direct lighting for my gun photos.
Here's a sample of a blued gun on a dark background with only indirect light from a nearby window.
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Very nice. Here is mine that shipped the day after yours.
I also find that a darker background makes the gun easier to photograph.
I also find that a darker background makes the gun easier to photograph.
Randy, that is a beautiful 4 inch, five screw 44 magnum. For it to ship in the first year of manufacture is a big bonus and an added value. Congratulations on your acquisition. I’m so glad you had the right case and accessories for it. Couldn’t happen to a nicer guy!
Beautiful revolver, congratulations on your find. The five screw 44 Magnums are my favorite Smith & Wesson handguns.
