I was told by PSA that this is how all their 9mm PCC barrels are finished. I say that's a lie, at least I hope it isn't true. This is a "blem" order and I see one or two spots that could be considered blemishes, but it also stated that it comes with an "upgraded Lead Star Arms" barrel. Doesn't look upgraded and there is no labeling on it. Does it even look like a nitride finish? I'm worried that it will be more prone to rusting. For comparison, the standard 5.56 barrel is relatively beautiful. If it shoots true, I guess I could live with it, but I'm not impressed. The other parts look good. Why cares about the barrel anyway? haha