Blued guns have a matte military-like appearance. Plated guns are matte, silver gray. Guns are polished to a moderately high gloss. Blued guns appear as better factory long guns. Plated and stainless guns have a soft, rich, brushed luster.
Guns are mirror polished.
Blue guns have a deep gloss similar to Colt Pythons of old. Plated and stainless guns shine like mirrors.