Remington 1875 Finish/configuration

[nousdefions18e]

Gents,
I've had this Remington 1875 for a number of years. I believe the nickel to be original and at 90%, however, the frame screws, hammer and trigger guard are blued. The bluing is perfect, and I do not believe it to be original. Does this appear to you to be a factory configuration? If I were to restore these parts to originality, what would be the appropriate finish (nickel/color case)? This is my first post on the forum--I hope my picture shows up Thanks!

[Johnboat 225]

Here is an entry from a catalog of fine antique American firearms by a respected knowledgeable seller.

You can read whats supposed to be nickel and whats supposed to be blue.

Good luck!

[nousdefions18e]

THANKS JOHN!!

Let me try to up load the pic yet again...

[aardq]

In general, Remington pistols will have the screws, hammer, and trigger blued. The trigger guard usually had the same finish as the rest of the pistol. Check the tab on the trigger guard to see if the number matches the frame number. If so you're safe in believing that its the original finish. If not matching, the trigger guard is probably a replacement. Please let us know what you found.