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Kidvett,
I have a 1940-42 Code in the "a" block and I hate to disagree but the areas on both sides of mine appear to be very close to yours. There may be just the slightest of indication of machine marks. I have had mine since 1966 bought it from the Vet for $125.00 with two matching magazines & 1940 dated holster. Before you give up on the pistol be sure to look at it close, you may have a very good one. The grips on your pistol appear in color very close to mine. The overall condition of your pistol does not give an indication of being refinished or reblued. If you sell it, let me know.