The two that I have are from 2000 and 2002. The newer one does have nicer checkering on the takedown lever and magazine catch button. Comparing the edges to a 1906, an interwar commercial artillery, and 1970 Mauser, they are just as sharp and do not look like a "bubba buff".
The only plastic is on the magazine bottom. Some are black plastic and some are a walnut color with an eagle crest. The Mauser Parabellum also has a black plastic base.
The feel in my hand is different, but so is the Mauser.
AIMCO, now ORIMAR had lousy marketing! Nobody knew they existed. It took me about two weeks searching to find them the first time.
Maybe my guns are the exception to the rule as to looks but I do not think that they look cheap or poorly made. With the right ammo, they shoot great.
Lets keep our discussions civil. We can disagree without being disagreeable to one another.
Steve Richards
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