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Early American Frontier & Antique Auction

Sat, Aug 25, 2018 12:00PM EDT
Lot 141

Colt Officers Model Match .38 Revolver c1953 98%+

Estimate: $500 - $1,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Offered in this lot is a Colt Officers Model Match Target double-action six shot revolver, chambered in the highly desired .38 Special caliber. The pistol features checkered factory plastic tortoise like grips with each side having the round "COLT" Rampant Colt Horse nickel over brass medallion, contrasted by the beautiful bright blue finish. The firearm was found to have 98%+ original factory blue finish condition by a firearms grading expert and is one of the finer Officers Models currently offered for sale. Additionally, the firearm utilizes a checkered trigger, wide target hammer, and cylinder release - As well as adjustable sights, and a 6" round barrel. The revolver is hallmarked with the trademark Colt logo in three places; the left side of the frame, and on each side of the grips. The revolver is also marked "OFFICERS MODEL MATCH / CAL. .38 SPECIAL - Colt's MFG. CO. HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A." on the barrel. Crack the cylinder open, and you will reveal the serial number of 900923, matching across the firearm. The revolver is in EXCELLENT condition overall. The serial number attributes this firearms manufacture to the year 1953, qualifying it as a Curio & Relic. This Curio & Relic firearm requires NICS background check, or FFL transfer. Serial Number: 900923.

Condition

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