Bring home a piece of American firearm history with the Colt Detective Special. This classic revolver, famous for being one of the first modern double-action revolvers, was introduced by Colt's Manufacturing Company in 1927. Initially designed as a concealable duty pistol for plainclothes officers, detectives, and special agents, it quickly gained recognition for its superior quality and revolutionized the handgun industry.
Your specific model, manufactured in 1961, falls under the second series of Colt Detective Specials produced between 1947 to 1972. These models featured a new hammer design and a serrated cylinder latch, with few other changes from the original models. This piece is in good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling. The finish is slightly dulled from use wear and exposure to the elements, and the grip shows some marring. However, the bore condition remains excellent, with a clean, mirror finish and no signs of wear.
The rifling is also in excellent condition, with sharp lands and grooves.
The Colt Detective Special's .38 SPL caliber provides robust firepower within a compact design, ensuring potent self-defense potentiality. Thanks to its nickel finish, the revolver not only looks appealing but also provides an additional layer of corrosion resistance. With a 6 round capacity and a Double Action/Single Action (DA/SA) mechanism, the Colt Detective Special offers both rapid-fire engagement and precision shooting capability. The design includes Colt's checkered hardwood grips with Colt medallions and a Colt hammer shroud to reduce the chance of the hammer getting caught up in clothing.
This classic revolver is perfect for those who appreciate vintage firearms, value reliability, and desire a balanced blend of power and concealability. Don't miss the chance to own this piece of firearm history.