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Old 05-18-2026, 10:32 AM   #3
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Default Re: Alemite grease gun

The original finish was in fact Cadmium. It was, when fresh, rather glossy. Even NOS grease guns have a dull "silverish" finish. That's due to age.
If you would like a grease gun for judging purposes, it should be freshly plated.
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