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Originally Posted by Jrboulder
Colt's website lists it as "blued"
They probably mean more like a black oxide kind of finish such as a Union Switch & Signal 1911.
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Process wise, there is not much difference between "bluing" and "parkerizing". From what I understand, the chemicals used are the same. Surface prep and other details differ, making the matte finish of "parkerizing" cheaper, but the end result is more durable.
I love a finely blued gun. The Peacemakers I've purchased in the last several years have some of the best bluing I have ever seen, along with the best case colors as well. They can still do it (or, rather, Doug Turnbull can still do it for them). I would love to see his work on one of their new 1911's but, as he has demonstrated in his own line, it would be extraordinarily expensive - I believe his standard 1911 A1 is well over $3,000. Not exactly "carry gun" pricing, so I'm glad Colt has finally realized that and has started producing functional, accurate guns without the showpiece finishes. This should open up a whole new market segment for them.