Is the colt 1917 new service for sale?

For Sale: Colt Model 1917 New Service Revolver converted to a target firearm in .44 Russian/.44 S&W caliber. It has a King mirrored ramp front sight and an adjustable S&W rear sight. Colt new service revolver with 51/2 barrel, walnut grips also includes new made holster, and speed loader.

What’s the serial number of a 1917 Smith and Wesson?

NEW TODAY! “This extremely early Smith & Wesson U.S. Model 1917 revolver is serial number 1693. It is in very fine to excellent condition. The 5.5″” round 45 ACP (or 45 Auto Rim) caliber barre …Click for more info

How big is the barrel of a 1917 Colt 45?

A U.S. Colt Model 1917 Army double action A U.S. Colt Model 1917 Army double action revolver Serial no. 139240, .45 caliber. 5 1/2 inch barrel. Blued finish. Buttstrap with standard U.S. markings.

What kind of barrel does a Colt Service Revolver have?

Colt New Service revolver chambered in .38 spl. 6″ barrel with a S&W rear sight and a custom King’s front sight. Very nicely fitted with a sweet pair of stags. Gun has …Click for more info

What was the purpose of the Colt M1917?

The Colt M1917 revolver was created to supplement insufficient stocks of M1911 pistols during World War I. It was simply a New Service re-chambered to take the .45 ACP cartridge and used half-moon clips to hold the rimless cartridges in position. After World War I, the revolver gained a strong following among civilian shooters.

New Service revolvers, designated as Pistol, Colt, .455-inch 5.5-inch barrel Mk.

What was the colt new service used for in World War 1?

British Empire and Canadian forces received 60,000 Colt New Service revolvers during World War I and they continued to see official service until the end of World War II. The U.S. Army Model 1917 was created to supplement insufficient stocks of M1911 pistols during World War I.