The top of the barrel is marked with the two-line/three-patent date marking and the left side is marked "NEW SERVICE RUSSIAN AND/S & W SPECIAL 44". The Rampant Colt appears on the left side of the frame. The matching serial number is marked on the frame and crane. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, lanyard ring on the butt, and fitted with checkered grips with "COLT" molded at the top of each panel

Excellent with 90% plus original blue finish, scattered small surface scratches, handling marks, cylinder drag line, and areas of edge and high point wear. The grips are also excellent with light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.