After seeing the auction there is no doubt in my mind that it's a recast. Who's or where from I have no idea. I'm also retracting my statement that there's "a ton of paint on it". I do believe that it IS black. I've had the same thing happen to me taking pictures of satin black surfaces under bright lights... digital cameras don't like that combination. Comparing it to the pics I have (satin black under bright lights) leaves me with no doubt it is black. That aside, it's still not something I would consider, unless you're into supporting recasting, which I sincerely hope no one here at the Lair is.
Brian