WayniacKT
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I have a Smith & Wesson Military and Police .38 special with dates on it from 1902 to 1908. This was my great grandfather's issued service revolver as he was a railroad security official way back when.
My question is... should I have this gun restored or leave it as is? The gun is nickel plated and the nickel is in very bad shape. Many parts of the gun are all but black and there are a few spots that are pitting, especially on the cylinder.
I don’t want to ruin the gun, but at the same time, I want this gun to survive in the family for another 100 years and continue to pass it on thru the generations.
I also love to shoot this gun. I don’t have a gun that shoots straighter. Heck, I would even consider this as a carry gun except I’m afraid of too much use considering the age and the old metallurgical technology will not hold up to the newer ammo pressures.
Any thoughts would be great.
Cheers,
My question is... should I have this gun restored or leave it as is? The gun is nickel plated and the nickel is in very bad shape. Many parts of the gun are all but black and there are a few spots that are pitting, especially on the cylinder.
I don’t want to ruin the gun, but at the same time, I want this gun to survive in the family for another 100 years and continue to pass it on thru the generations.
I also love to shoot this gun. I don’t have a gun that shoots straighter. Heck, I would even consider this as a carry gun except I’m afraid of too much use considering the age and the old metallurgical technology will not hold up to the newer ammo pressures.
Any thoughts would be great.
Cheers,