Like the title says. I picked up a cheap 38 snub from Gunbroker, an old FIE model "Standard" pretty typical SNS type of gun. I know the frames on these are pot metal, and that "fit and finish" is poor. That being said, it locks up good, the timing is good and the trigger is great, comparable to a current manufacture Taurus/Rossi. Nothing to write home about but acceptable. Perfect for my intended use of stowing under the motorcycle seat as a last ditch "get off of me" range weapon.
There's one worrying detail though. Across the inside top strap, under the barrel there appears to be missing material? Am I correct in assuming this is a casting/molding flaw and the gun isn't damaged? There is no discernible crack, it's like a wafer thin place "peeled away" maybe when broke from it's zamak mold? Id appreciate some feed back, I like the piece but don't want to blow my hand off. I've had ravens with similar "damage" that I shot plenty but they where chambered in the diminutive 25 acp
There's one worrying detail though. Across the inside top strap, under the barrel there appears to be missing material? Am I correct in assuming this is a casting/molding flaw and the gun isn't damaged? There is no discernible crack, it's like a wafer thin place "peeled away" maybe when broke from it's zamak mold? Id appreciate some feed back, I like the piece but don't want to blow my hand off. I've had ravens with similar "damage" that I shot plenty but they where chambered in the diminutive 25 acp