S&W Modal 14-2

[Leowish]

Hi, First time poster from Australia.
Im looking at buying a 14-2 from a local shop. Its a 14-2 and going by the numbers its a about a 1964 model. This gun looks to be in very good condition and Ill be only using it for the range. The one thing of note is that it has a lot of what looks to be hand done etching on it. Its very nice work. My question is.
Was this a factory option or would it have been done post sale?
Bear in mind that Im in Australia and pricing is higher here.

 

[heeter3]

Leowish,you will never go wrong with a 14.I don't know anything about the engraving part but there are absolute S&W geniuses here who I'm sure will have that answer for you.If you buy that 14 enjoy the heck out of it.Good luck on your choice.

 

[JP@AK]

Aftermarket etching or engraving. Stocks are quite a bit newer than the gun. It probably came originally with Magna stocks having the smooth diamond at the screw location.

 

[ameridaddy]

Welcome from Virginia USA! In addition to what JP@AK said, someone blued the hammer and trigger which should be case hardened. I'd say at that price, about $435 US, if the functional mechanics check out, it's a bargain if what you want is a shooter.
Load up on wadcutters and have fun.