Skip to main content
Rock Island Auction Company
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNewsAbout Us
Create Account
Login
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNews & EventsAbout Us
Login
Create Account

History Lives Here

Rock Island Auction Company
1-309-797-15001-800-238-8022[email protected]
RIAC Rock Island
7819 42nd Street West
Rock Island, Illinois 61201, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
RIAC Bedford
3600 Harwood Road
Bedford, Texas 76021, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
Navigation
  • Auctions
  • Consignment
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • News
  • About Us
More Info
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Job Postings & Careers
  • Contact
  • Order a Catalog
© 2025 Rock Island Auction Company. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click here for more information.
Healthcare Transparency in Coverage.
  • Auction Catalog #50
  • Lot #29
Lot #28
Lot #30

Lot 29: Two Colt DA Revolvers

Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2010

Lot 29: Two Colt DA Revolvers

Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2010

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $2,250
Price Realized:
Login to view
Login to view

A) Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Army Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 2182
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 13
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1920. Blade front and notch rear sights, with the two line address/patent marking on top of the barrel, "COLT ARMY / SPECIAL 38" on the left side, Rampant Colt and "VP" proof on the left side of the frame. Fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with "COLT" in an oval at the top and "C" around the screw.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The revolver retains 97% original finish with some wear on the muzzle and high edges, some scattered minor scratches and thinning on the backstrap. The grips are very fine with some wear on the bottom edges, over scattered minor dings and crisp checkering. Crisp and clear markings. The action is excellent.



B) Colt Police Positive Target Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Police Positive
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 WRF
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 2182
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 13
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

This revolver was manufactured in 1919. Standard markings. Equipped with an elevation adjustable Patridge front and windage adjustable rear sights. Fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with "COLT" in an oval at the top and "C" around the screw.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The revolver retains 90% plus original finish with wear on the muzzle as well as some finish loss due to a chemical or solvent. High edge wear and thinning on the cylinder and the grip straps are thinning to a smooth plum patina. The grips are excellent with a small chip on the right toe, light handling marks and crisp checkering. Sharp markings. The action is excellent.



Customer Product Questions

There are currently no customer product questions on this lot

    Related Items

    Lot #626: Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver

    Lot #615: Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver

    Lot #635: Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolver

    Lot #1080: Colombian Police Issued Colt Police Positive Special Revolver

    Lot #639: Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolver with Box

    Lot #594: Colt U.S. Army Model of 1917 Double Action Revolver