This is just an absolutely like new Colt Model 1903 hammerless automatic pistol that is complete with the original matching maroon shipping box and a Colt factory letter to well known author/collector Doug Sheldon, dated April 1988. This pistol was one of five that was individually shipped in Dec. 1922 to Judd Boinsinger and that it was subsequently returned to the factory and reshipped to Clapp & Treat Co. Hartford Ct. in June 1924. There is no indication as to why it was returned (writer believes it was a factory retailer loan, quite possibly). The left side of the slide is marked with the two-block, two-line address and 1897 and 1902 patent dates with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations and "AUTOMATIC COLT/CALIBRE 38 RIMLESS SMOKELESS" on the right side. The serial number is marked on the left side of the frame and the left side of the trigger guard bow is marked with the number "1" over the Colt triangle "VP" proof. It is complete with one magazine and has a blue barrel with bright chamber, casehardened hammer, fixed sights, and fitted with smooth hard rubber grips with the Colt name at the top with the Colt company Horse logo in the middle. As noted it has its original matching box that is correctly numbered on the underside in pencil and has the original Colt factory end labels, indicating this as a "POCKET MODEL" along with "Colt Automatic Pistol .38". It also includes the small "Special Instructions" brochure in the box.

Near new, in stunning condition with 99% plus original blue and 99% of the case colors on the hammer. The grips are in the same condition as the pistol, absolutely band new with no wear or handling marks. The box is in very good condition with wear and scuffing on the edges and corners with the lid missing the end piece and a small short section on the front. The remaining corners are intact and tight. Just a fabulous ultra rare find for the advanced Colt collector.