Just had one come in on Saturday on consign. Its got the factory porting/brake. Beautiful very dark wood (not the blond walnut often seen) The forend is walnut too, no rosewood or white line spacers. Has not been shot since leaving the factory. Still has a plastic protector covering the checkered bolt knob. Barrel band. 'Custom shop' engraving on floorplate. No box. Japanese made gun. 3750.00 tax and shipping included. Pics to follow if not sold.