Which looks better?

[24 grams]

Originally Posted by Mike Franzen

The way you’re question is phrased, which looks best is going to be in the eye of the beholder. Some guys like that honest, well worn look. I really like the look of high grade guns that have been used for their intended purpose. Others only like pristine condition. Given the choice between the 2 guns pictured I’d take gun number 2 every time. Gun number 1 looks like the finished was polished off imho.

Sort of sanitized. In order to remove the warts, they removed the character.

[6pt-Sika]

I could deal with either of them . I 100% prefer original even if the guns less than 30% . Now with that being said the 8 gauge in my care is totally redone , but I doubt if I could’ve afforded another like it that was let’s say 50% or better .

[Mike Franzen]

Originally Posted by Steven Groh

Sort of sanitized. In order to remove the warts, they removed the character.

That’s why most PGCA members will recommend caution about making alterations to the guns. Sometimes it’s necessary to keep the gun functional. Sometimes it’s purely cosmetic. A person can unknowingly reduce the value of a gun because of lack of knowledge / experience. What might seem like a great idea for your gun might backfire. A good policy before doing anything is to post about it here or if you know someone with true expertise talk to them.