Colt Pony Pocketlite Series 90 .380 ACP DAO Micro Pistol, 2.75 in Barrel, Two-Tone Stainless/Matte Gray, 1997, 6+1
This Colt Pony Pocketlite is a compact, double-action-only .380 ACP from Colt’s Series 90 line, produced in 1997 during the model’s short late-1990s run. It features the lightweight Pocketlite alloy frame, a stainless slide, and a minimalist DAO configuration tailored for deep concealment. With an unloaded weight of about 13 oz and a 2.75 in barrel, it is a sought-after Colt sub-compact with features that appeal to both users and collectors.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The aluminum alloy frame and stainless slide show surface scratches and cosmetic blemishes consistent with carry and handling. The bore is clean with sharp rifling, and the pistol is mechanically sound.
What’s Included
- Two 6-round single-stack magazines (finger-rest and flush baseplate types)
The Pony Pocketlite’s DAO, hammer-fired system with a bobbed, exposed hammer provides a consistent trigger pull without a manual thumb safety. Colt configured this model without an external slide-stop lever, emphasizing a smooth, snag-resistant profile suited to discreet carry.
The Pocketlite alloy frame keeps weight to approximately 13 oz unloaded, paired with a stainless slide finished in a clean two-tone look over a matte gray frame. Rear vertical slide serrations aid manipulation, and the black checkered synthetic grips with silver Colt medallions offer secure purchase in a micro-sized package.
Sighting is straightforward and low-profile, with a ramped front and square-notch rear. Capacity is 6+1 in .380 ACP, and overall length is about 5.5 in with a 2.75 in barrel—compact dimensions that match the model’s deep-concealment intent.
Produced in the USA with a short production run in the late 1990s, the 1997-dated example here represents a concise snapshot of Colt’s micro-automatic development in that era. Its feature set, weight, and minimalist controls contribute to the model’s ongoing interest among knowledgeable buyers.