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j-framer · November 23, 2008, 10:12 PM

Dear friends,

I encountered this Beretta model 1919 for auction on Gunbroker and was struck by its apparent excellent condition.

The condition of the finish is so good that it led me to suspect it has been re-blued. Could any knowledgeable individuals visit the link below and render a verdict, or even an informed opinion? I know some of the photos are rather dark.

Here is the link to the Beretta:

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Vie...Item=116901088

I'd much appreciate any assistance in determining whether this gun has its original finish. But, once again (and I'm not trying to discourage people from posting), please be reasonably confident in your ability to accurately tell a re-blue, because the opinions I receive here may very well determine whether I bid on this item or not.

Thanks in advance to everyone!

November 23, 2008, 10:12 PM	#1
j-framer Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 2006 Posts: 375	Need HELP from experts - has this Beretta been re-blued? Dear friends, I encountered this Beretta model 1919 for auction on Gunbroker and was struck by its apparent excellent condition. The condition of the finish is so good that it led me to suspect it has been re-blued. Could any knowledgeable individuals visit the link below and render a verdict, or even an informed opinion? I know some of the photos are rather dark. Here is the link to the Beretta: http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Vie...Item=116901088 I'd much appreciate any assistance in determining whether this gun has its original finish. But, once again (and I'm not trying to discourage people from posting), please be reasonably confident in your ability to accurately tell a re-blue, because the opinions I receive here may very well determine whether I bid on this item or not. Thanks in advance to everyone!