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Post by vonfatman on Jan 1, 2011 19:24:24 GMT -5
I see this gun is a bit different in it's blue and wanted to hear what thoughts were on this variation.
Thanks.
Bob
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Post by patdaddy on Jan 1, 2011 21:30:30 GMT -5
Ive never seen a USFA in real life, only online, but i sure wouldnt turn one down. I'd really love to have one of their 1st gen SAA copys to match my real 1st gen colt.
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gk2410
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Post by gk2410 on Jan 2, 2011 8:31:38 GMT -5
USFA describes the finish of the Nettleton series as "A special historically correct Armory Blue™ {Military Polish} will be used on all other parts. This is not our standard Salt Bath Finish - Dome Blue.™ Armory Blue™ is a Genuine pre-1900 finish and is accomplished through the use of sterile parts heated in a forge. Although more costly, Armory Blue™ provides that absolutely correct and durable blue".
I have guns in both blueing offerings. The standard "Dome Blue" is a darker modern style blueing and appears more durable. The historically correct blueing on the Nettleton (probably done by Turnbull Restorations) is lighter in appearance and looks more like its "in" the metal rather than "on" the metal. Hard to describe, but it is very nice.
Comes down to a personal preference, but don't forget you're buying something that is historically correct.
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Post by vonfatman on Jan 2, 2011 9:30:51 GMT -5
Thank you for the help. I have been looking the guns over and they are very nice....as are all the USFAs I have run across!!
Bob
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Post by CraigC on Jan 2, 2011 11:49:34 GMT -5
As stated, the Nettleton will have a carbona or charcoal blue. Not to be confused with what the Italian replica makers refer to as charcoal blue, which is actually nitre blue. Real carbona bluing is very labor intensive and according to Hamilton Bowen, is one of the most durable of the blued finishes. Nitre bluing is very fragile and will wear off quickly.
My only issue with the Nettleton is that it probably has the blackpowder "pinched" frame sights, which I just don't get along with. I much prefer the squared off, more modern sights which can be had on the Pre War model with the same finish as the Nettleton. Only without the military markings.
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coyote
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Post by coyote on Jan 2, 2011 12:57:29 GMT -5
i have the same finish on a Turnbull Cowboy Classic (who is the guy doing the Nettleton carbona for USFA) and find it prettier than then Dome or "standard" blue usually used today. the carbona is just like gk2410 said, it looks more "in" the metal and is a softer warmer blue (verses a glossy black).
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Post by jdpress on Jan 2, 2011 14:30:58 GMT -5
These are photographs of an USFA Ainsworth Government Inspector Series Model with the Armory Blue finish. When viewed side by side with a USFA Dome Blue finish, there is a significant difference in the appearance of these finishes. Both blued finishes look excellent but the Armory Blue finish has a slight brushed metallic luster when viewed directly or when light is reflected from the surface. The Armory Blue finish on the USFA US Pre War models looks identical to the finish on the USFA Government Inspector series. J.D. Press This is the USFA Dome Blue Finish photographed with the same lighting conditions as the two Armory Blue finish photos above.
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Post by patdaddy on Jan 2, 2011 14:48:47 GMT -5
NICE GUNS! I gotta get me some of them. Who needs food/shelter/insurance?
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Hobie
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Post by Hobie on Jan 3, 2011 7:38:27 GMT -5
I have a Henry Nettleton. I have a CCH and dome blue. The finish is different in appearance. As expected the "military" finish is slightly subdued when compared to the dome blue. However, it is a good looking gun. The thing I most notice when I pick up the Henry Nettleton is that the stocks are larger in cross section than either the early CCH and dome blue walnut stock or later CCH and dome blue "rubber" stocks. The sights might be more difficult to use but are correct.
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Post by CraigC on Jan 3, 2011 18:16:36 GMT -5
They are for sure period correct but I don't get along with them at all. Unfortunately I got three or four sixguns deep before realizing this.
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Post by Frank V on Jan 3, 2011 18:34:45 GMT -5
NICE GUNS! I gotta get me some of them. Who needs food/shelter/insurance? ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by vonfatman on Jan 3, 2011 23:10:47 GMT -5
Thanks guys....great information. Just what I wanted!
Bob
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Post by jplower on Apr 6, 2011 0:03:30 GMT -5
In addition, the colors on the USF's are not historically correct. The case color is all wrong for a military as is the blue, not to mention the huge front sight, thick triggerguard and topstrap and grip shape. If you ever get your hands on a real antique colt cavalry, you'll see the difference immediately. Only one shop does the correct military blue, he's in ohio i think
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Post by taffin on Apr 6, 2011 8:34:51 GMT -5
USFAs are a waste of money. Buy a Colt for less and have some value. WOE IS ME! WOE IS ME! WHERE WERE YOU WHEN I NEEDED YOU?? I BOUGHT USFAs FOR MYSELF, MY WIFE, THE KIDS AND GRANDKIDS. NOW I'M STUCK WITH A BUNCH OF SIXGUNS THAT ARE BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED, TIGHTLY FITTED, WELL-TIMED, AND VERY ACCURATE. MAYBE I CAN FIND SOME UNSUSPECTING NEOPHYTE TO DROP THEM ON. WOE IS ME OH WOE IS ME!
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Post by Boge Quinn on Apr 6, 2011 8:52:52 GMT -5
WOE IS ME! WOE IS ME! WHERE WERE YOU WHEN I NEEDED YOU?? I BOUGHT USFAs FOR MYSELF, MY WIFE, THE KIDS AND GRANDKIDS. NOW I'M STUCK WITH A BUNCH OF SIXGUNS THAT ARE BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED, TIGHTLY FITTED, WELL-TIMED, AND VERY ACCURATE. MAYBE I CAN FIND SOME UNSUSPECTING NEOPHYTE TO DROP THEM ON. WOE IS ME OH WOE IS ME! OK, sir, I'll take 'em! Understand, this is just as a favor to you so that future generations are not stuck with these "inferior" sixguns........
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