Originally Posted by
Scott Gahimer
I'd strongly recommend posting photos and asking questions before making a decision to refinish or restore any pistol.
Originality isn't something that can be restored. Originality is fragile; once lost or altered, it's gone forever. You can't bring it back, no matter how much you spend. You can't fool someone who knows what to look for with any restoration.
I'd rather look at or own a truly original pistol in poor condition than one that's been expertly restored. Original pieces are hard to find. To have a restored piece, you only have to get in line and pay the price.
The only possible good candidates for a restoration, IMO, are pistols that have already been commercially refinished or otherwise permanently altered in some way. Those are the pieces to consider for a restoration. Even then, you need to post photos and ask questions.
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