The included factory letter confirms the serial number, caliber, barrel length, finish, stocks, and September 8, 1970, date of shipment to Letterkenny Army Depot in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, as one of 1,000 shipped on order #12080. Fixed blade front and frame notch rear sights, standard markings on the barrel, "P" inspection mark on the left front of the trigger guard, Rampant Colt on the side plate, serrated trigger and hammer, and "U.S." stamped on the heel of the back strap. With checkered medallion grips. The revolver also includes a copy of an article page from the Summer 2009 "Rampant Colt" that talks about the Detective Special revolvers shipped to Letterkenny, and states that at the time of publishing, fewer than ten were documented in private collections.

Very fine. 90% plus original blue finish remains with numerous nicks and scratches throughout, edge wear, and some discoloration on the hammer sides. Grips are also very fine with crisp checkering and some small dings. Mechanically excellent.