Colt Police Positive Special First Issue .38 Special Revolver, 4 in, 1910 Pre‑WWI, Blued, 6‑Shot
This 1910 Colt Police Positive Special First Issue is a pre‑WWI, .38 Special, 4‑inch D‑frame revolver that showcases early Colt service-revolver design. It features the Colt Positive Lock internal safety, a fluted six‑shot cylinder, and classic fixed sights. First Issue traits such as the unshrouded, knurled‑tip ejector rod, square‑butt frame, and Rampant Colt frame logo make it a noteworthy example for Colt enthusiasts.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Cylinder lockup is loose. The revolver has been reblued and previously exhibited pitting and dings. The grip screw or screws are missing; a new grip screw nut is included.
What’s Included
- Colt checkered hard-rubber grip panels with 'COLT' oval logos (pair)
- Grip screw nut (new, in bag)
Built on Colt’s square‑butt D‑frame, this First Issue Police Positive Special is chambered in .38 Special with a 4‑inch tapered barrel and a fluted six‑shot cylinder. The configuration reflects the early production pattern valued by collectors of classic Colt double actions.
Operation is double‑action/single‑action with the Colt Positive Lock internal safety. It uses a V‑type leaf mainspring, a smooth trigger, and an exposed hammer with a checkered spur. The cylinder latch is the early rearward‑sliding style.
Sighting equipment is fixed, with a half‑moon front blade and a square‑notch rear cut into the topstrap. The ejector rod is unshrouded with a knurled tip, consistent with First Issue features.
The revolver is constructed of carbon steel with a blued finish. Markings include the Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame and a small 'C' inspector/assembly mark below the crane serial area.
Made in the USA in 1910, this pre‑WWI First Issue example combines period‑correct design elements, classic Colt ergonomics, and hard‑rubber grip panels with 'COLT' logos.