It's definately not blueing, I think it's Remington's TryNyte PVD coating and has a dull, matte look to it. Almost like it's begging for gun oil, but that particular spot is where it sets in the gun cabinet. I took it out of the gun cabinet yesterday and just took pictures, I didn't try and "gussy" it up. I usually lightly oil the action/barrel and use rubbing alcohol to get the oils off the stock. JohnnyK.