A few weeks ago I posted a photo of my 42 byf and asked if it had been refinished. I got some very knowledgable responses, but some said they needed more information.
Several said the absence of a scratch next to the safety lever was a good indication that it had been refinished. There is a very fine silver scratch where the safety lever travels, which is not picked up in the photo.
I tried to post some more pictures, but was too stupid to get it right. I think I have it straight now.
Following are three more views, starting with the right side.
Thanks,
Jerry
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