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Lot #3444
Lot #3446

Lot 3445: Colt 1st Issue Detective Special Revolver with Box

Colt First Issue Detective Special Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3445: Colt 1st Issue Detective Special Revolver with Box

Colt First Issue Detective Special Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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Colt First Issue Detective Special Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1580
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 178
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1935 with a serrated trigger, serrated hammer, blade front and frame notch rear sights. Standard markings and fitted with checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions. Includes a Colt "black box", faintly numbered (visible digits matching) and properly labeled, and a "Shooting Suggestions" pamphlet.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with 97% plus of the original blue finish, showing some scattered specks of surface oxidation, bright edge wear, and some light handling marks. The grips are also excellent, with some scattered minor dings. The fair box has some detached/lost segments, and shows wear and tear. Mechanically excellent.



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