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Lot 833:Two Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols w/ Boxes

April 29th, 2016|Rock Island, IL

Lot 833:Two Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols w/ Boxes

April 29th, 2016|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,100 - $1,600

A) Colt Model 1908 Semi-Automatic Vest Pocket Pistol with Pearl Grips

Manufactured in 1931. The pistol features a deep blue finish with a post front and slide notch rear sights. Standard markings. Fitted with a pair of smooth square top mother of pearl grips. Includes a black Colt correctly labeled for the model and hand numbered to the gun in pencil on the bottom.

ConditionVery good with 90% of the original blue finish. Showing some areas of mild high point and edge wear, as well as light handling marks. The grips are very good replacements with some small chips at the corners and light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with some corner and edge wear.

Details

ManufacturerColt

Model1908 Vest Pocket

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge25 ACP

Barrel2 inch round

Finishblue

Gripmother of pearl

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page243

B) Colt Model 1908 Semi-Automatic Vest Pocket Pistol

Manufactured in 1920. With standard markings on the slide and frame, fixed blade and notch sights and checkered grips with "COLT" and the Rampant Colt logo molded on the sides. Includes a Colt maroon box correctly labeled for the model, bore brush, and paper.

ConditionVery good overall with 85% plus original blue finish. Displaying some areas of mild high point and edge wear, light freckling, and mild handling marks. The grips are very good with general handling marks and well defined checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is good with corner and edge wear and a separation on the lid.