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Ive really been enjoying watching the craftsmanship at play in this project. Especially in the bluing of the barrels, very interesting process. the wood work came out beautifully also.
I don't want to be a downer here, but I don't understand the case hardening of the now multi colored parts. To my eye the different finish of the metal parts breaks up the look of the overall piece. Please help me to understand. Does the case hardening improve the durability of the part, so the multi coloring indicates a superior part?
Is it just an aesthetic taste that I haven't developed? Fill me in.
It is certainly looking nice and refreshed.

Cheers Richard