That is indeed a work of art Bob.

The lines of the gun as a whole flow nicely from muzzle to recoil pad. Barrel taper and profile are also spot on in my book.

I would have preferred a splinter forearm but even with the beaver tail this gun still looks good.

The checkering is well executed and laid out in a tasteful manner. Practical but still pleasing without being overly decorative.

The grip cap also adds a nice touch.

I especially like the contrast between the blued barrels, locking lever, action bar and trigger guard against the silver color of the receiver.

Was that the receiver's original finish? I guess electroless nickel would give a similar appearance?

Did you use the front sight with the fiber optic insert?

I am sure the owner i quite pleased with the finished product.

One of these days you need to publish a coffee table book showing the before and after of the fine guns you've created. The Beretta 45-70 you had sometime back was another beauty.