Smith & Wesson w/ nickel finish? Is it original?

[JWC]

Great info JWC!

How are the pintos marked?

On the box, they are marked BN. The nickel frame has a "N", but the nickel cylinder does not have a "N" or the serial number. I know you were just messing with me, but that is how they are marked. That is the reason I have a letter from S&W on both of them.

 

[WIMPOD]

Great post with good info! Luv me some shinny Smiths, have been able to pick up a few over the years, my last one a model 34.

I do have one of "those" nickel model 28's, not the real ones but one refinished. I bought it as a shooter and it was priced that way too. $200.

 

[JWC]

You know, I should have mentioned that there is nothing wrong with having a refinished Smith as long as you are aware that it has been refinished

 

[Hayata]

On the box, they are marked BN. The nickel frame has a "N", but the nickel cylinder does not have a "N" or the serial number. I know you were just messing with me, but that is how they are marked. That is the reason I have a letter from S&W on both of them.

Yes, just messing with you.

And in front of the ODT and the world I would like to say how much I appreciate both your knowledge and your appreciation for a very fine firearm manufacturer!

Oh, and I hate you. You DID THIS TO ME!

 

[B. Byrd]

JWC, isn't it also true that another clue that a nickle Smith has been refinished in addition to the trigger and hammer being nickle and not case hardened is that the ejection star is blue on a factory original nickel job. If the star is nickel rather than blue, chances are the gun is refinished. May not be true, but I think so.

 

[JWC]

Just another example B Byrd of ways to look for an original nickel piece. Thanks for adding that info. I should have mentioned it, but failed to do so. I am sure that I left something else out as well. With the number of Smith enthusiasts on this site, I am sure someone will remind me of another example.

 

[JWC]

Yes, just messing with you.

And in front of the ODT and the world I would like to say how much I appreciate both your knowledge and your appreciation for a very fine firearm manufacturer!

Oh, and I hate you. You DID THIS TO ME!

Man, hate is a harsh word, but in the context of the addiction you have acquired, I understand.

And you are welcome!

 

[mikey357]

JWC, isn't it also true that another clue that a nickle Smith has been refinished in addition to the trigger and hammer being nickle and not case hardened is that the ejection star is blue on a factory original nickel job. If the star is nickel rather than blue, chances are the gun is refinished. May not be true, but I think so.

Good Point, B. Byrd!...and THANKS to JWC for the EXCELLENT Info in this Thread! Might just "Save" someone from paying a "Primo Price" for a "Bumper Chrome" Refinish Job!... ....mikey357

 

[428CobraJett]

thanks for the info. very timely I ran across it as I'm going to look at one tomorrow. I now know what to look for and will surely check it out.

 

[JWC]

mikey, thank you. In recent weeks, several have asked about nickel Smiths. Actually, I hate that members here are looking at nickel Smiths. I just don't like the competition.

Good luck 428CobraJett. If I can help, just shoot me a PM.