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But the Python is expensive (these days) for a reason. Yes, we all wanted them to bring back the Python. I think Colt did make the right choice in resurrecting the DS for their re-entry into the double action revolver market. The Detective Special is an old gun, yet it still manages to keep up in this world of wonder pocket pistols due to the demand for small and reliable pistols. That means you’ll have to adjust your aim if you’re using ammo lighter than 158 grain. And just to make things more interesting, the sights were regulated for the heavier 158 gr slug instead of today’s more common 130 grain slug. Recently fired the gun, and it is quite accurate - in spite of the operator. Also '8124' is stamped in the upper and lower portions of the frame/yoke in front of the cylinder.
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#Colt agent 38 special ctg serial number#
If you’re not careful, your knuckles will smack the rear of the trigger guard. Serial number C 272369 appears on bottom of barrel, back of cylinder, and butt of grip. It was based on the Colt Cobra but had a less-polished finish and. The biggest limiting factor is also the primary reason for its existence. The Agent was a low-cost snub-nosed revolver. The original Agents had a smaller grip frame from the Cobra which made. Many have jobs where it is quite imperative to carry something as unobtrusive as possible, so a small revolver works perfectly. 38 Special caliber, with a 2-inch barrel and blued finish.
#Colt agent 38 special ctg full size#
You are giving up capacity for it’s small size, but realize not everyone is in the mood to carry a full size service handgun everyday. You can carry more with speedloaders or speedstrips, but stirctly speaking you only have six. If you can accept a few things.įirst off, you only have six rounds. So with such a history, does the handling match up to the hype? Well, yes. Even the French gave their stamp of approval, and issued them to customs agents and border guards. It features a blued frame, cylinder, and barrel a 2' barrel, and wooden grips and silver Colt medallions on each side. The Royal Hong Kong Police also purchased several, and they served alongside their S&W Model 10s. These were eventually replaced by a licensed SIG P220 from Minebea, though I’m willing to bet there are still quite a few over there gathering dust in the corners of armories. The Japanese military bought many along with several international larger police agencies and those that couldn’t afford the Colt instead bought a clone produced by Miroku. My guns pictured here is a 1950.32 (in my right hand) and a 1965.38 (in my left hand). The guns were produced in.32 and.38 caliber. A derivative of the old Colt Police Positive, it was produced to meet the market demand for a gun that was easily concealed. Though popular in the United States, the DS served around the world with law enforcement agencies. The Colt Detective Special was first produced in 1927 and last produced in 1995. Own this classic revolver today! Please refer to the photos as there is wear on the cylinder and barrel of this Colt.The two preferred revolvers of the Royal Hong Kong Police. 2in barrel 6shot wood grips one side of the grip is broken as shown in the pictures the fire will need to be reblued as shown in the photos some blueing is coming off. In 1982, the Agent was briefly revived by Colt, this time with a parkerized finish production continued until 1986. The original Agents had a smaller grip frame from the Cobra which made for a deeper concealment and the grip frame was later changed to match the Cobra in the late 60s.
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38 Special caliber, with a 2-inch barrel and blued finish. The original Agent weighed 14 ounces and was available only in. The bottom of the Agent grips are slightly shorter than that of the Cobra.
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The original Agents were very well made, with high polished finishes and highly checkered walnut grips. The Colt Agent was another model similar to the Cobra. This Colt features a removable Tyler's T-Grip. This Colt Agent was manufactured in 1962. For sale is a Colt Agent double action revolver in.