Here is a closeup of the checkering on the pistol grip. For what it is worth, the checkering feels very smooth.

http://s304.photobucket.com/user/djangof...d02gk5.jpg.html

Also the tip on the forearm is brass. It is either original or a very well filed up replacement as the tolerances are very tight.

Thanks for the input gentlemen.

Last edited by Dan S. W.; 12/09/15 09:00 AM.