Manufactured in 1915, the first year of production, and features the very distinctive "pencil thin" barrel marked with the two line address/1903 patent date on top. The left side of the slide is marked "COLT AUTOMATIC/CAL..22LONG RIFLE", with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations and the serial number "700" on the front strap. The front sight is elevation adjustable and the rear sight is adjustable for windage. The pistol has the correct checkered oval on the mainspring housing which is characteristic of the Pre-Woodsman models, indicating it was designed for standard velocity 22 LR ammunition. The pistol has a two tone 10 round magazine marked "CAL.22/COLT" on the bottom and is fitted with checkered walnut grips.

Very good. The pistol retains 75% original blue finish with edge wear, and areas of smooth brown and gray patina. The grips are near excellent with some mild wear, a few minor dings and handling marks, and crisp checkering. The markings are crisp and clear. Overall a nice example of one of only 900 first year production Pre-Woodsman pistols.