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  • Auction Catalog #53
  • Lot #834
Lot #833
Lot #835

Lot 834: Two Pre-War Colt DA Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Pre-War Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Lot 834: Two Pre-War Colt DA Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Pre-War Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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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: 984
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 173
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1922. 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, with 99% of the original blue finish, showing a few light handling marks overall. Grips are excellent, with light pressure dents on the sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



B) Colt Police Positive Target Model Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Police Positive
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 LR
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 984
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 173
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Produced circa 1938. Adjustable red painted Patridge blade front sight and notch rear sights mounted on the flat top frame, with the barrel marked "COLT POLICE / POSITIVE TARGET.CAL.22" on the left side, the 2 line address and patent dates on top, and the Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame. Checkered grips, with Rampant Colt medallions.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with 99% of the original blue finish, showing some light handling marks and edge wear overall. The grips are very good, with a few light dents. Mechanically excellent.



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