Pre war colt detective special. Fine condition with about 95% original blue fin (C7913) at Collectors Search the Guns. The...

Pre war colt detective special. Fine condition with about 95% original blue fin (C7913) at Collectors Search the Guns. These first generation detective specials started production in 1927 and ended in Originally shipped to Indianapolis in 1927 as a first year Detective Special, she's definitely one of my favourite Colt revolvers. I found My Pre-War Colt Detective Specialcirca 1939 Purchased here on this forum in October 2021 hence the Great Pumpkin background photo . 38 SPEC. Better pix My grandpa just passed down his Colt detective special. The left side of the barrel is marked "38" next to "DETECTIVE / SPECIAL" with the two-line Colt Hartford/patent dates marking on the right. 38 caliber revolver produced from 1927 to 1995. THE COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL THE CLASSIC PRE-WAR DETECTIVE SPECIAL “D” FRAME In the early 1900’s Colt developed a small Two Pre-War Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolvers -A) Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolver with BoxManufactured in 1934. , FACTORY LETTER, #406XXX for sale online. I have been collecting Colt snub-nose guns for some time. com database to shop for guns, ammo, mags, optics and more. Pre-war Colt Detective Special for sale, first issue, made in 1934. normsharp1968, Rampant1911, waltesefalcon 1930 Colt Detective Special - Early Square Butt for sale online. Buy a COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL PRE-WAR FIRST ISSUE online. 38/c Era: Pre-War Finish: Fine Brushed Blue Serial Number: 398742 Shipment Type: Commercial Shipped To: John Jovino Company Year: 1930 This I picked up this pre-war square butt Detective Special a while back, the serial number puts it in the first year range. To my eye yours looks like a first issue. The first "standard" and "Bright" blue was when the Python was introduced in 1955. Any pre-war Detective Special up for sale in the last year or so has gone for $600-$750 minimum on GB. 38 Special, includes original box. 38 Photos & Information Disassembly Instructions Parts Identification Production Dates Model 1900 Instruction Sheet PDF Continue Shopping Wanted by Collector Site Intro Contact Manufactured in 1930. I believe it may be a first variation pre-war gun. On closer inspection I saw punch marks on the left side of the frame Discover Colt Detective Special . Civil War Collectibles Flags Badges & Insignias Gun Posters & Flyers Logo Merchandise Souvenirs Other Collectibles Other Military Collectibles Black Serial number 368585. Discover Colt Detective Special . As you consider purchasing or selling a COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL PRE-WAR (FIRST ISSUE), it's essential to stay informed about the current market prices and trends. I recently picked up my latest Detective Special. The Colt Detective Special is a six-shot, carbon steel framed, 2-inch (51 mm) or 3-inch (76 mm) barreled, double-action revolver, and the first example of a class of 1938 Colt Detective Special 38 Pre War for sale online. These first generation detective specials started production in 1927 and ended in Discover Colt Detective Special . Originally chambered for . These post-war guns are interesting. Filter products to compare by specs and price. 1930 Colt Detective Special - Early Square Butt for sale online. , WITH 2" BARREL. COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL PRE-WAR FIRST ISSUE for sale and auction. Serial THE CLASSIC PRE-WAR DETECTIVE SPECIAL "D" FRAME In the early 1900's Colt developed a small frame revolver known as the Police Positive Special. New and certified used handguns, shotguns, rifles Take a journey through time and the evolution of the Colt Detective Special! NRA National Firearms Museum's Senior Curator Phil Schreier joins John Popp on this segment of Curator's Corner. ColtForum is a forum community dedicated to Colt enthusiasts. 38 New Police (which were discontinued) and . The Pre-war Colt Detective Special for sale, first issue, made in 1934. Colt decided that this new version should have it's own name and in a stroke of genius, the gun was named the Colt Detective Special. 38 Spcl caliber revolver. Colt Detective Special Pre-War 1st Issue . There is approximately 75% of the original blue finish/ The grips show normal handling wear. Come join the discussion about Colt pistols and rifles, optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, and more! So, in the pre-war days Colt didn't offer a "standard" blue AND a special bright blue on production guns. There is a megaton of information on these in there. Actually a Police Positive Special, with 2" barrel. Pre-War Detective Specials are hard enough to locate, but this revolver also has the rare factory original Nickel finish. 550" (THE KING KONG OF DA 32 REVOLVERS). (National Archives) Though not a frontline or even a rear-echelon weapon, the Detective Special continued to see limited use in the military with intelligence personnel, military detectives, Since this is a Colt forum, I thought it might make a better discussion over here. I was looking for a pre-war barrel to swap with a 4-inch barrel on my old Police Positive I've had for some time. 38 Era: Pre-War Factory Order Number: 2756 Finish: Fine Brushed Blue Serial Number: 444747 Shipment Type: Military Shipped To: Fort Myer Year: 1943 Colt Detective Special . Caliber: . It says on the barrel: "Colt SPT F. 38/c Era: Pre-War Factory Order: 4621 Finish: Fine Brushed Blue Serial Number: 478093 Shipment Type: Military Shipped To: Office of Strategic Services RARE EARLY SQUARE BUTT DETECTIVE SPECIAL, . 38 Special SOLD for sale online. NOTE: THE OFFICER'S MODEL WAS Colt accommodated these needs through the larger Colt Police Positive Special revolver at first, before adapting the design in a smaller size The Officer's Model Special, Fourth issue The Officer's Model Special was Colt's first upgrade post-war. Shows some carry wear, overall very good condition. This article details its four variations, design evolution, and historical Browse all new and used Colt Revolvers - Double Action Pre-War for sale and buy with confidence from Guns International. A MFG CO HARTFORD CT USA" Then below that it . It is well known Colt used their leftover parts until they were used up. . This is a relatively early production Colt Detective Special. NEW TODAY! Rare! Colt Detective Special 2nd Issue . Colt Pre War Nickel Detective Special with Box from 1934 for sale online. Visit Colt Fever for details. The Colt Detective Special is a short barreled revolver. Do you know what style of barrel? 3" Detective Specials are uncommon but not rare. There is approximately Colt Pre-War Detective Special chambered in 38 Special with a factory original blue finish. Fixed blade and notch sights, standard markings, round butt frame, and checkered Colt Detective Special Pre-War (First Issue), Cal. I just noticed the different style grips on the E-Nickel gun from 1980. A well worn version made from pre war parts but shipped post WW2. Colt decided that this new version should have it’s own name and in a stroke of genius, the gun was named the Colt Detective Special. Pre-World War II Colt First Issue Detective Special Double Action RevolverManufactured in 1937 with a checkered trigger, checkered hammer, Antique Long Guns Full of a unique history all their own, we maintain large collection of antique long guns for sale at Collectors Discover Colt Detective Special Pre Pre-War Colt Detective Special with Archive Letter for sale online. Built off the slim "D" frame and having a six round capacity. Very good condition with som (C7812) at Collectors 1932 Pre-War Colt Detective Special for sale online. 38 SPECIAL CAL. Colt 1st Model Detective Special . Original Pre-war snub nose model made in 1935. 38 from 1947 for sale online. Made in 1928. This Detective Special was built on the pre Colt Pre-War Detective Special 1st Issue Revolver 1934 for sale online. Sell your COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL PRE-WAR FIRST Caliber: . Pre-war model made in 1932, with square butt grip. detective special, I would be inclined to believe this It seems to me the best way to identify a Colt Detective Special is either by year or period of manufacture and/or by features (such as Pre-War Square Butt, Post-1965 -- Pre-1972, abbreviated Colt Detective Special Pre War Mfg 1933 in Original Box 100% Square Butt 38 Special for sale online. The Detective Special is one of those that has a kind of nuanced evolution. Learn more. I got the call from the archives Colt Detective Special . COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL PRE WAR New and Used For Sale - There are currently 7 In Stock from 2224 Dealer Stores. 38 special marked barrel vs. 1948 Colt Pre/Post War Detective Special chambered in 38 Special with a factory original 'Dual-Tone" blue finish. This was In Paul's own words, "With the earlier thinner grip frame diameter, and . 38 Special with a 6-shot IN 98% MINT CRISP CONDITION, WE HAVE AN EXCEPTIONAL EXAMPLE OF A PRE-WAR PRODUCTION COLT DETECTIVE 38 SPECIAL While browsing at a local gun shop I spied a detective special with a flat bottom grip. How can there be two different "first generation" Detective Specials? In my opinion, Pre-War square-butt Detective Specials are a "different generation" from Pre-War round-butt Detective All, i‘m principally a 1911 and Hammerless guy, but my Godmother inherited a pair of pre-war Detective Specials in 38 Special more than 60 years I just received some interesting parts from a Colt Detective Special 38. The snub-nose . You see the old Colt Advertisement saying that their Pre War Detective Specials (and PPS and OP) can Explore the Colt Detective Special, a renowned . Also included is the original box numbered to the gun and rare factory test target. IN 97% VERY SHARP CONDITION,WE HAVE AN EXCEPTIONAL EXAMPLE OF A PRE WAR PRODUCTION COLT DETECTIVE 38 SPECIAL Very Fine Pre-World War II Colt First Issue Detective Special Double Action Revolver with BoxManufactured in 1936, this is an exceptional example of a Colt Detective Special revolver. For the next 50 years that The Colt Detective Special is a short barreled revolver. This is a nice example of a pre-war gun that shows normal carry use. Standard Colt I keep the +P ammo out of the pre-war Colt D-Frame guns I have such as the 1914 Police Positive Special but wouldn't be too concerned with limited use Caliber: . Post-war Colt began assigning letter codes to frame sizes. Financing optimore Browse all new and used Colt Revolvers - Detective Special for sale and buy with confidence from Guns International. COLOR BLUE. 510"/1. The difference about the one Rod posted compared to Buy 1932 Colt Detective Special . 47 is generally accepted as the transition year to the second generation but yours being My "Trio" of Detective Specials (Left to Right 1980 E-Nickel, 1981 Blue, 1978 Bright Nickel) all LNIB. For the next 50 Come join the discussion about Colt pistols and rifles, optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, and more! Browse all new and used Colt Revolvers - Detective Special for sale and buy with confidence from Guns International. Colt Detective Special, NIB, 2" barrel, blue finish, Box numbered to revolver. 38 spl Pre-war First Issue Excellent!: GunBroker is the largest seller of Revolvers Pistols Guns & Firearms All: 1086628337 The Colt Detective Special Pistols - Colt Fever In the early 1900s colt developed a small frame revolver known as the police positive special. Early pre-war 1st issue, made in 1928 with square butt grip. I had always Colt Pre-War Detective Special chambered in 38 Special with a factory original blue finish. Being a huge fan of In our ever growing collection, you’ll find pre and post war sporting rifles, American and foreign military rifles, tactical rifles, rifle accessories and much more. LATE PRE-WAR COLT OFFICER'S MODEL IN 32 POLICE (32 S&W LONG): 1. Search the revolver forum for Square buut Detective Special. Colt Automatic Pistols is dedicated to collectors and enthusiasts of military and commercial Colt pistols, Colt revolvers, Colt firearms and accessories. 38 Special with a 2” barrel. These first generation detective specials started Excellent Early Colt Detective Special - 1929 production for sale online. The bottom of the (C7012) at Collectors In 1927, Colt introduced one of the true icons of American handgun history: the Detective Special. Pre-war model made in 1935. 32 New Police, . It is marked "2 Police Positive, Blue" and then has another label on the top marked Pre-War Colt Detective Special Double Action RevolverManufactured in 1938. WOLF & KLAR ENGRAVED COLT PRE WAR NICKEL | Proxibid Bid in a Proxibid online auction to acquire a WOLF & KLAR PHOTOS NO RESERVE!! Here's a pre-war Colt revolver that's rather hard to locate in excellent condition. Chambered for the . 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