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Lot 593: Two Colt DA Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2016

Lot 593: Two Colt DA Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Colt Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2016

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Bankers Special Model Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Bankers Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1964
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 186
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1934 this model was easily concealed and designed with bank employees in mind. Fixed blade front sight and frame grooved rear sight. The left side is marked with "38 BANKERS/SPECIAL" on the barrel and a Rampant Colt logo on the frame behind cylinder latch. Equipped with a six round cylinder, checkered trigger, checkered hammer and cylinder latch. Fitted with checkered walnut grips with inset silver Colt medallions.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 97% of the original nickel finish with slight scattered scratches and a faint cylinder drag line. The grips are excellent with crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



B) Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1964
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 186
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1961. Features a fixed serrated ramp blade front sight, frame notch rear sight, knurled ejector rod, serrated trigger and hammer. The left side of the frame is marked with the Rampant Colt. Fitted with checkered walnut grips with inset silver Colt medallions.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 97% of the original nickel finish with slight scattered scratches and a very faint cylinder drag line. The grips are very fine with crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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