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Unread 05-16-2011, 05:49 PM   #32
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After reviewing the better images, I suppose that I can now make the following comments without rushing like other people. Remember that "you are innocent until proven guilty":
  1. The trigger, safety lever and takedown lever are restrawed; the ejector and toggle lock appear to be original straw;
  2. The left grip is a replacement and the right grip appears to be fine;
  3. The front sight appears to be fire-blued, but difficult to determine if it is original;
  4. I suppose that the major parts of the pistol has been refinished, with the restorer paying attention to specific details.

Lastly, this pistol is not a total 'fake', instead it has been partially restored; it has not been altered to enhance its rarity. Considering that these pistols are forbidden in certain EU countries such as Portugal (and France), I sometimes wonder which expert does an excellent restoration without creating to much exposure in that country.

Albert
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