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Lot 1433: Two Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols

Two Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 1433: Two Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols

Two Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1903 Semi-Automatic Pocket Hammer Pistol with Ammunition

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1903 Pocket Hammer
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 38 Colt auto
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 3066
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 291
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1916. The left side of the slide has the two block, two line address and patent dates with the rampant colt and the right side has the two line caliber marking. Left side of trigger guard marked "1" and "VP" proof. Checkered grips with "COLT" banner at the top and a rampant colt in the center. Comes with a reproduction Model 1903 pistol box and a box of Peters 38 ACP ammunition (wrapped in protective plastic).

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The pistol retains 70% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina (which is mostly in the grip straps). The grips are very fine with some minor handling marks (mostly near the bottoms) and a small missing surface chip (right panel at the top). The checkering is crisp.



B) Colt Model 1908 Hammerless 380 Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistol with Original Box and Ammunition

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1908
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 380 ACP
Barrel: 3 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 3066
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 291
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1937. The left side of the slide has the two line address/patent date marking and rampant colt and the right side has the two line caliber marking. Left side of trigger guard is marked "P" and "VP" proof and right side has the number "75". Checkered grips with rampant colt medallions. Complete with original maroon Colt box numbered to gun. Comes with a reproduction Model 1908 box, RCBS .380 Auto die set, and Remington-UMC 380 ACP ammunition (44/50).

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The pistol retains 95% plus original blue finish with some mild thinning on the grip safety, some minor edge wear, and some very light scattered scratches and surface blemishes on the slide. The grips are excellent with overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The original box is fair.



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