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Unread 05-08-2011, 07:29 AM   #12
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Originally Posted by Hobie View Post
So, if the slot was welded then the finish could not be factory.
Maybe a presentation piece??? Did you inspect the backstrap closely??? Take the grips off maybe???

I have had several handguns in nickle; very nice looking examples. A nickle C96 would make a very nice desk ornament.

(Or if in Texas, a hood ornament...)
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