Quote Originally Posted by Graemevw View Post
That looks like it has worn, not peeled. Looks like it's led a hard life.
How old is it?
Looks to me like it was probably plated well when it was done.
I believe around five hundred Tell 3s were made between 1936-1940.
Consequently, the low Ser No would suggest this particular example dates from 1936.
Although its cosmetic appearance isn't the best, the pistol still shoots well with reasonable power.

Brian