Let me clarify one point. I did not intend to imply that "All" re-case jobs are bad. As several posters here have noted it is done on a regular basis with complete success. It is however important that certain procedures are followed in the process & these can vary with the exact alloy of the steel being treated. I note this was done by "An Experienced Gunsmith" with national recognition. I have no idea what, but feel it likely he made some mistake in his process, which he did not "Catch". I simply do not want to take the risk on any of my irreplacable guns. I can live quite nicely with subdued colors, or even no colors.

Miller/TN
I Didn't Say Everything I Said, Yogi Berra