So I recently picked up this Brazilian 1917 at an auction for $300. All numbers match, and it has a serial #199,8xx and what I consider a pretty nice refinish job. Under the grip is an "X" stamped on the frame; can anyone tell me the significance of it? I've heard that S&W stamped the frame when they refinished it but have not particularly heard that they used an "X".
Yes, I hate the grips and would like to find a set of originals (and a lanyard ring) for a reasonable price someday, but I'll just enjoy/shoot it the way it is for now.