Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type IV .380 ACP, 3.75 in Barrel, Blued, 1941
This 1941 Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type IV in .380 ACP is a compact, Browning-designed pistol from the WWII era with classic Colt blued steel construction. It is a commercial-production example that falls just below the U.S. military "U.S. PROPERTY" serial ranges and bears no such marking. Clean lines, concealed hammer, and period-correct markings make it a strong choice for collectors and Colt enthusiasts alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. There are some scratches and blemishes present. The bore is bright and shiny.
What’s Included
- Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type IV .380 ACP pistol
- One 7-round steel single-stack magazine with witness holes and flat folded base lip
Designed by John M. Browning, the Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless delivers classic single-action, blowback operation in a compact package. This Type IV variant is chambered in .380 ACP and uses a single-stack 7-round magazine for a 7+1 capacity. The internal, concealed hammer preserves the smooth profile that made these pistols popular for discreet carry in their era.
Construction is all carbon steel with a blued finish on the frame and slide. The 3.75 inch barrel uses an integral bushing, and the slide wears vertical rear serrations. Dimensions are compact and well-balanced, with an overall length of approximately 6.75 inches, height around 4.5–4.6 inches, and weight of about 24 ounces.
Controls are straightforward and period correct, including a heel magazine release and a comprehensive safety suite: thumb safety, grip safety, and a magazine disconnect. Sighting is provided by fixed iron sights with a half-moon front blade and a fixed U-notch rear.
Original-style details and markings are present, including checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions and the right-slide legend "COLT AUTOMATIC CALIBRE .380 HAMMERLESS." Patent dates (Apr. 20, 1897; Dec. 22, 1903) and the Colt address are on the slide. Additional inspection letters include a "K" on the right front of the frame/dust cover and a "W" ahead of the trigger guard on the left side.