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  • Auction Catalog #58
  • Lot #3826
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Lot 3826: Two Colt Detective Special DA Revolvers

Two Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Lot 3826: Two Colt Detective Special DA Revolvers

Two Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolver with Case

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 4121
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 266
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Third issue manufactured between 1973 and 1995. Standard two line address/patents dates on the right side of the barrel, " DETECTIVE SPEC./.38 SPECIAL CTG." on the left side and the Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame. Fitted with checkered rubber wraparound grips. Complete with blue Colt hardcase and original factory picture box numbered to the gun.

Rating Definition:

Near new with a few light handling marks and a very light cylinder drag line. The grips are excellent with a few light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



B) Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 3 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 4121
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 266
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured between 1973 and 1995. Standard two line address/patents dates on the right side of the barrel, " DETECTIVE SPEC./.38 SPECIAL CTG." on the left side and the Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame. Blade front and frame notch sights. Fitted with checkered walnut wraparound grips.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The revolver retains 98% plus of the nickel finish with faint handling marks and a faint drag line on the cylinder. The grips are excellent with sharp checkering and a few light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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