TomJohn
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I have a 38/40 Heavy Duty with a 5"barrel. The right Magna grip is also stamped with the serial number. The serial # is 480XX (x's mine). Thanks for any help!
I would also appreciate your thoughts on the bluing. The bluing is a deep, heavy blue that is very well done. It shows little sign of wear. It is, however, inconsistent with the age and wear that show on the grips. I'm assuming it has been reblued, but, if so, it was done more than 50 years ago, as that is how long the previous owner had it. I guess I'm wondering how common it was for these guns to be sent back to the factory for a reblue back then, and if S&W records would show if this has been done.
I would also appreciate your thoughts on the bluing. The bluing is a deep, heavy blue that is very well done. It shows little sign of wear. It is, however, inconsistent with the age and wear that show on the grips. I'm assuming it has been reblued, but, if so, it was done more than 50 years ago, as that is how long the previous owner had it. I guess I'm wondering how common it was for these guns to be sent back to the factory for a reblue back then, and if S&W records would show if this has been done.