New to the community - 1913 DWM

[ithacaartist]

Originally Posted by RoyalTermite

The finish is not a high gloss. More a dull satin black.

It appears to have been prepared for refinishing by bead or sand blasting. The color tones of the finish would also be explained by a refinish. The last pic in the first series gives another clue to the refinish, in that the toggle axle's retaining pin is no longer in the white.

It still looks great, however, so enjoy! Personally, I'd shoot it after changing out the firing pin, extractor, and ejector, to avoid breaking a numbered or original part. And if you send your grip scales to Hugh Clark for spiffing up, this pistol will be a real beauty.