Colt Police Positive Second Issue .38 S&W DA/SA Revolver, 4 Inch, Blued, 6-Round
This Colt Police Positive Second Issue stands out with its early 1930s production era, 4-inch barrel, and .38 S&W chambering (Colt .38 New Police). It features the Second Issue serrated topstrap, Colt's Positive Lock hammer-block safety, and classic fixed sights. Checkered walnut grips with silver Colt medallions and clear factory rollmarks add period-correct character.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are signs of wear and handling with visible scratches and blemishes. The finish shows areas of surface rust and loss. Widespread pitting, patina, and rust are present across the exterior surfaces.
What's Included
- Colt Police Positive Second Issue .38 S&W revolver
The Second Issue feature set includes a serrated and matted topstrap designed to reduce glare, paired with fixed iron sights: an integral half-moon front blade and a topstrap groove rear. The barrel carries the left-side rollmark "COLT POLICE POSITIVE 38." and a top patent legend that includes a 1926 date, aligning with its early 1930s manufacture.
This small-frame Colt pattern employs a six-shot fluted cylinder with a clockwise rotation. The ejector rod has an unshrouded, knurled head for straightforward operation. Inside, conventional rifling is present, and the revolver maintains the familiar Colt DA/SA system for both deliberate single-action and rapid double-action use.
Construction is all-steel with a blued finish over a carbon steel barrel and steel frame. The revolver retains Colt's Positive Lock hammer-block safety, a notable period safety feature. A smooth trigger and spur hammer complete the classic control layout.
Factory-style details contribute to its period appeal: checkered walnut grips with silver Colt medallions and a rounded butt, a 4-inch barrel length well-suited to its six-round .38 S&W chambering, and distinctive Colt cylinder timing with clockwise rotation. Inspector or assembly markings include a "T" on the crane and "3" and "K" on the crane.