Manufactured in 1926, this New Service Target Model revolver has the correct polished Colt commercial pre-war blue finish. The grips are finely checkered with silver Colt medallions. The revolver has the distinctive flattop target frame with windage adjustable target rear sight. The bead target front sight is adjustable for elevation. The grip straps, trigger and hammer spur have sharp checkering. The revolver has the frame with improved contour and knurled ejector rod head that are characteristic of Improved Model New Service Revolvers. The top of the barrel is marked with the second style, two-line, Hartford address and "1884", "1900" and "1905" patent dates. The left side of the barrel is marked with the model and caliber designation: "NEW SERVICE RUSSIAN AND/S&W SPECIAL 44". The Rampant Colt trademark is located on the left side of the frame behind the cylinder latch. The left side of the frame has the Colt "VP" triangle proof and "3" assembly number located above the trigger guard bows. The matching serial number is located in the cylinder crane recess on the frame and on the inside of the cylinder crane.

Excellent, with approximately 98% of the original blue finish remaining. There is some smooth bright wear around the muzzle and high edges, along with some light scratches and dings. The grips are excellent, with a few light dings and sharp checkering. The action is excellent. The markings remain sharp and clear. The action is excellent.