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Lot #171
Lot #173

Lot 172: Two Boxed Colt Detective Special 1st Issue DA Revolvers

Two Boxed Colt Detective Special 1st Issue Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Lot 172: Two Boxed Colt Detective Special 1st Issue DA Revolvers

Two Boxed Colt Detective Special 1st Issue Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Detective Special 1st Issue Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 Colt
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2492
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 53
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1965. Blade front and rear notch sight with two inch barrel marked with standard "Detective Special 32 Colt N.P. CTG" on one side and two line Colt address on the other. Frame is marked with Rampant Colt on the left side. Fitted with checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions. Complete with factory hinged box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 98% of the original blue finish with a couple of slight scratches on the frame. Grips are also excellent with very light wear and crisp checkering. Box is very good with some slight wear.



B) Colt Detective Special 1st Issue Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2492
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 53
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1936. Blade front and rear notch sight with standard "38 Detective Special" on one side and two line Colt address on the other. Frame is marked with Rampant Colt on the left side. Fitted with checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions. Complete with factory hinged box.

Rating Definition:

Near new with only slight handling marks. The box is very good with some slight wear.



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