it has a solid brass case with an excellent brushed finish. and this she said because she was so disgusted with her sisters professions when in fact they don't love there father at all. but, for myself, i can only use this as an opportunity to state what i have done in similar circumstances. thank you for sharing this awesome story. 3) your social worker will do background checks. if you're going, have fun and be safe, brothers and sisters. the windows in our home do so much more than offer curb appeal and fresh air when opened on a nice day. 