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Lot #1489
Lot #1491

Lot 1490: Pre-World War II Colt Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Excellent Pre-World War II Colt Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2021

Lot 1490: Pre-World War II Colt Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Excellent Pre-World War II Colt Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2021

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Excellent Pre-World War II Colt Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Super 38
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 38 super auto
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2143
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 337
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1934. These Super .38 pistols were first shown to the public at the August 1928 Camp Perry National Matches and were available for purchase by the start of 1929. The left side of the slide is marked with the two-line address and patent dates while the right side bears the caliber marking along with the Rampant Colt. The serial number is on the right of the frame and rear face of the slide under the firing pin stop, and the left of the trigger guard is marked "W" over "VP". Fitted with blade and notch sights, wide checkered hammer, long grip safety, arched checkered mainspring housing, checkered grips, and a full blue .38 Super Auto magazine.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retains 97% plus original high polish blue finish with some scattered light handling marks and edge wear. The grips are also excellent with a few scattered light blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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