Did S&W Make the Model 15 with a Nickel Finish?

by Remington40x , SE PA, Tuesday, December 16, 2014, 14:42 (3635 days ago)

I have an S&W Model 15-6 4" with a either satin nickel finish or in brushed stainless and light, Celtic style (sort of) line engraving on the barrel, each cylinder flat and the frame. When I bought it, it also came with a very nice set of stag grips, which remain on the gun. I use the gun as an occasional carry piece, especially in the woods.

I was thinking (always dangerous) the other day that I've never seen another Model 15 with any finish except blue. Was this gun offered in any finish but blue or in stainless? The engraving is clearly aftermarket, but the markings are very sharp and clear, which leads me to doubt the gun was polished to remove the blue finish. If it was, the guy doing the prep work did a masterful job.

Anyway, I'm not an S&W expert, so I was hoping one of you who is more knowledgeable could answer the question.

Thanks.