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Lot 917: Colt - Detective Special

Documented Special Order Denise Thirion Master Factory Engraved Colt Detective Special with Box and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2018

Lot 917: Colt - Detective Special

Documented Special Order Denise Thirion Master Factory Engraved Colt Detective Special with Box and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Documented Special Order Denise Thirion Master Factory Engraved Colt Detective Special with Box and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: royal blue
Grip: smooth
Stock:
Item Views: 2758
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 319
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1987. The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 2 inch "old style barrel" in .38 Special, royal blue finish, smooth grips with gold medallions and type "A" engraving by Denise Thirion when shipped to the Service Armament Co., Ridgefield, NJ, on July 13, 1987, and built especially for Lieutenant John W. Quigley, Berger County Prosecutor's Office, Hackensack, NJ. Also comes with the Colt Custom Shop order form. With 150th anniversary picture box with hand written label reading "C.S. #3261/Service Armament/(for Lt. John Quigley)/D1425 - S/N P63185".

Rating Definition:

Excellent. 98% original bright polished blue finish remains with a few small nicks and surface scratches. Grips are also excellent with some light handling marks and dings. Mechanically excellent. Box is poor with missing flaps, tears, and corner and edge wear.



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