MG-34 ("dfb" 1940) - Original Finish?

[Alan Smith]

Attached are the seller's photos of an MG-34 that I have been offered. The gun was manufactured by Gustloff-Werke in Suhl, in 1940. The gun appears to have all matching numbers, other than the bolt and barrel.

I am having a tough time determining if the gun's finish (particularly on the barrel jacket and top cover) is the original WWII German factory finish. Thus, I would very much appreciate any observations regarding the finish (or any other aspect of the gun).

Sorry that the photos are less than optimal, but the seller is a "gun guy" and not a photographer. The gun is 100% live and is located here in the U.S., and is properly registered under applicable federal law.

Thanks!

Alan

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[roughshooter]

Dear Sir,

Whilst I suppose it could have been refinished given the guns provenance I doubt it. The finish is comensurate with others I have seen and mine. If the price is right I'd go for it. The gun seems to be in great working condition.

Regards Craig.

[FestungSpanien]

Very nice one, I also do think the blueing is original
Go for it
Ace