Mell What was original price of Colt Detective 38?
Sold on their own, the grips might bring $150-$300, but technically I might have paid the same price for this gun without them. So I split the difference. We know the original price of this gun in 1965 to be $110 because the price sticker is still on the original box.
What kind of ammo does a Colt Detective Special Use?
“I have a comment regarding the use of +P ammo in .38 caliber Detective Specials. According to the owners manual that came with my .38 Special Diamondback, purchased in the early 1980s, D-frame Colt revolvers, specifically including the Detective Special, can safely use +P ammo, subject to certain limitations.
How often should a Colt Detective Special be inspected?
The manual recommends that steel frame guns, e.g. the Detective Special, Police Positive and Diamondback, should be inspected by a gunsmith after firing 2,000 to 3,000 rounds of +P. For alloy frame guns such as the Agent, Viper or Cobra, the recommended number of rounds between inspections is 1,000.
When did the Colts Detective Special come out?
Colts Detective Special is still considered by many to be one of the finest snubbies ever made. The first issue (generation) of this handgun (above) was produced from 1927 to about 1946. The third generation of this firearm shows the shrouded ejector rod but by now the handgun had a less distinctive profile.
How old is the Colt Detective Special revolver?
Colt Detective Special Revolver in great condition. Features a 2″ barrel and comes with Colt Medallion grips. Has minor wear on the cylinder and barrel. SN: A54852 .38 S&W Special …Click for more info
What’s the serial number on a Colt 38?
38 Cal; 98% blue, excellent bore, excellent grips, 4” barrel, Revolver is used very little. Has Colt Police Positive .38 on the barrel and the Colt Trade Mark on the frame. Nice clean revolve …Click for more info This Colt was produced in 1906. The pistol’s serial number is 10165.
Are there any police positives on a Colt 38?
Colt Police Positive in .38 Short. This Colt has a few minor scratches on the receiver and some minor dings on the front sight and muzzle. SN: 177694 .38 Short Colt …Click for more info NEW THIS WEEK! Colt Police Positive revolver in great condition with 90% of the finish intact. Only minor wear and marks on the frame and barrel.
What’s the serial number of a Colt Detective Special?
Colt Detective Special Production Information in same serial number range as Police Positive Special 1940 471001-474000 1966 890801 D900101-D926000 1941 474001-477000 1967 D926001-D958500 1942 477001-479000 1968 D958501-D995000 1943 479001-479500 1969 D995001-D998715 A10000-A43500
What is value of my dad’s 38 S and W special CTG?
Based on what I’ve seen on these Model 15s recently, your Dad’s gun would sell for between $550-650. On the high end if you still have the box, papers and tools. Hi, I have just bought a Smith and Wesson 38 special CTG and would like to know how old it is, and also the value if possible.
What was the serial number of the Colt Trooper?
Original Colt Trooper model, chambered in .38 Special, checked the serial number on Colt database and they say 1956-57 production. Comes in its or …Click for more info NEW THIS WEEK! 1968 Colt Trooper chambered in .357 Magnum. Bluing has some minor holster wear but is overall excellent.
What’s the price of a 1966 Colt Trooper?
WAS $1995.00 NOW $1895.00 + SHIP & INS. PRICE REDUCED from $1300 Make me a reasonable offer. For Sale: 1966 Colt Trooper, .357 Mag, Jay Scott Grips. Adjustable target rear sights.
How much is a 1962 proof set worth?
USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1962 Proof Set is Worth $32 or more. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins.