This video explains the origin of the two-tone finish on some World War II-era 1911 pistols. The differential coloration is due to selective hardening of high-stress areas by dipping them in molten lead, which alters the steel's properties. This process affects how the Parkerization finish adheres, creating the distinct two-tone appearance, a characteristic not found on modern reproductions.
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