I used a plug gauge the dealer had on the counter,it went in to the MOD mark on the left barrel and all the way to SKEET on the right,which kind of surprised me. It is chambered for 3",so Ill get the serial number off it when I get home so you guys can tell me what year it was built.

As for the "black chrome",guess Ive been reading to many gun ads,it is bluing,just so shiney thats what I thought of. The wood is very glossy and it has the fat beavertail forearm that feels just right to me. Don't think Id want to carry it all day in the field, but thats why Ive got the Franchi,its very light.

Glad I found this forum,you guys seem very knowledgable and helpful.