Questions on a H&R M733 in .32 S&W Long
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I have recently acquired a H&R M-733 in .32 S&W Long. It is in like-new condition and belonged to my in-laws. I am thinking about cutting the hammer down to make it a DA only, back-up carry gun. The H&R 733 has a "brushed nickle" finish.
My question is this, is the gun truly "brushed nickle" or actually "nickle plated," which would require some cosmetic repair to the hammer?
My question is this, is the gun truly "brushed nickle" or actually "nickle plated," which would require some cosmetic repair to the hammer?