Originally Posted By: Jakearoo
Originally Posted By: Fin2Feather
Ah, well. Am I the only one who like the top photo better?


Depends. If the top photo is a pic of an SW in original condition and it was turned into the bottom pic then I must reluctantly agree. If, on the other hand, it was a rather tired but sound old SW turned into the bottom then no. The gun is and will be a work of art. Best, Jake


Just to keep this thread on track...the top gun being referred to is an original SW that remains in original condition. It is a good pic of a beautiful SW that I tried to show the difference between a SW and a graded gun at the leading edge of the forend iron. The basis for my project gun was not that gun.

If you would like to discuss the merits of originality vs. upgrading please start a new thread, thank you.