Rusted J-frame - Advice needed

[tommymo]

I have a fairly rusted Model 34 Smith J frame that I would like to have refinnished. It was carried by family while he was a MA LEO. It won't be cheap, I fear, but the sentimental value is high.

Any recommendations about where to have this work done? Thanks. - Tom

 

[FPrice]

Probably Greg Derr (who is on NES) could give you the best estimate of what could be done. I have not had the pleasure of dealing with him but many other NES members and have overwhelmingly given him praise for his work.

http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/forums/65-derrprecision.com-Custom-Pistol-Smithing

 

[firecontrol123]

Why not send it to S&W to be refinished ?

 

[mac1911]

if truely sentimental and want 100% S&W, Also you could have them engrave his name and badge # if you like.
You might want to ask if they give a discount for LEO ?

 

[CLMN]

Why not send it to S&W to be refinished ?

No question that this would be the best way to go.

CLMN

 

[tommymo]

What a great idea! Thanks to all for your input. - Tom

if truely sentimental and want 100% S&W, Also you could have them engrave his name and badge # if you like.
You might want to ask if they give a discount for LEO ?

 

[vellnueve]

Greg Derr does a great job on restorations - check out his section of the forum.

 

[hdgun]

I have a fairly rusted Model 34 Smith J frame that I would like to have refinnished. It was carried by family while he was a MA LEO. It won't be cheap, I fear, but the sentimental value is high.

Any recommendations about where to have this work done? Thanks. - Tom

I recommend:

www.businessendcustoms.com

Lou is a great guy and does top notch work. Quick turn around as well.

 

[mac1911]

I would do a few things 1st call S&W refinishing department 2nd maybe have S&W do the research back ground check on it 3rd have S&W redo it. I think this will @ least help it retain its highest value ??????

 

[depicts]

http://www.fordsguns.com/