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Does a blemish add character?

mcneely77mcneely77 Member Posts: 411 ✭✭✭
edited April 2002 in General Discussion
Well after promising my wife that I would not buy another handgun, I sold my 1911 and bought a new S&W 686 4". It was a personal decision, nothing against the 1911. I am just more comfortable with the 686. Anyway, before firing it at the range, I noticed a blemish on the frame in front of the crane. It is not more than an 1/8", circular shaped and grey in color. Tried cleaning it off and had no luck. My wife suggested taking it back, and I told her that as long as it is not a defect in the strength of the gun, I didn't mind it. After all, I didn't get it because it was pretty. Any of you experience anything like this on a new purchase of yours? What did you do? Just curious.Thom
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  • JudgeColtJudgeColt Member Posts: 1,790 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I am trying to recall the finish on a new M686. I think it is matte rather than brushed like it used to be. Correct?This sounds like a stain on the finish. If the finish is matte, I would use some very fine blasting medium and blast the area slightly to blend it in. If the finish is brushed, just use a worn ScotchBrite pad and blend it in.
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  • daddodaddo Member Posts: 3,408
    edited November -1
    I'm not sure what I'd do. I know I wouldn't buy a new truck if there were a blemish in the paint unless there were just compensation.
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  • will270winwill270win Member Posts: 4,845
    edited November -1
    My old Camaro had a dent in the left fender where I put some idiots head for safe keeping. Yeah, I reckon occasionally a blemish does add a little character to some things. I don't see why guns would be any different.
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  • LowriderLowrider Member Posts: 6,587
    edited November -1
    Did wonders for Marilyn Monroe. Although my focal point was always elsewhere.
    Lord Lowrider the LoquaciousMember:Secret Select Society of Suave Stylish Smoking Jackets She was only a fisherman's daughter,But when she saw my rod she reeled.
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  • concealedG36concealedG36 Member Posts: 3,566 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    mcneely77, if you intend on firing the gun at the range some of the gun's parts may become discolored anyway, right? I wouldn't worry about it, makes your gun unique. I have purchased several used guns that had small imperfections, and I've had several new ones discolor/get scratched/show cylinder wear after using them. Who cares?Now, if you are a collector and don't intend on actually firing the gun....well, that's a different story.Just my opinion.
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  • Rafter-SRafter-S Member Posts: 2,173 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    mcneely-- S&W pulls several several quality checks on their guns before they leave the factory, including test firing. The inspectors obviously didn't think what you describe made your 686 anything other than first quality merchandice. Don't worry about it. And always remember: part of your purchase price is for the warranty--S&W stands behind everything they sell. If it don't work right, they will make it good. Your satisfaction is important to them.Happy shooting!
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  • mcneely77mcneely77 Member Posts: 411 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Thanks for the replys guys. I fired it that day. I intend to use it for a duty gun. And really, unless your looking for it, you really don't notice. I mean, it doesn't stick out at you. I have a model 65 that I have carried for years, and since I don't plan on selling the 686 for at least that many years, if ever, then I guess I don't give a hoot about the spot. Thanks for the input.
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  • tccoxtccox Member Posts: 7,379 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    For Goodness sake, don't ever buy a gun you haven't seen like at the auction site. I got a feeling that spot was so small a seller might overlook it and it sure would be he!! to pay. I think ALL you sellers should take notice. Tom
    Those who beat their swords into plowshares will plow for those who dont.
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