Colt Mustang Pocketlite .380 ACP Two-Tone Micro Pistol, 2.75 in Barrel, 6+1, 1993 PL-Prefix
This Colt Mustang Pocketlite is an original-run PL-prefix example from 1993, combining a lightweight aluminum-alloy frame with a stainless slide in a clean two-tone finish. It is a micro-size, single-action, locked-breech .380 ACP with a micro-1911 manual of arms, Series 80 firing-pin safety, and fixed sights. The Pocketlite configuration and early PL-prefix production make this a notable, compact Colt that delivers classic Mustang handling in a very carryable format.
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: The pistol is in solid shape with visible cosmetic imperfections, including scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss consistent with prior handling and use.
What’s Included
- Colt factory cardboard box with matching end label (Model 06891)
- Colt hard plastic pistol case
- Original manual
- One 6-round flush-fit steel single-stack magazine
The Pocketlite variant pairs a matte, light-colored aluminum-alloy frame with a stainless slide featuring brushed flats and matte rounds, resulting in a distinctive two-tone profile. Smooth reddish hardwood grips with gold Colt medallions complement the compact frame and provide a classic Colt look.
This Mustang follows a micro-1911 manual of arms and uses a single-action, locked-breech design rather than blowback. Safety features include a manual thumb safety and a Series 80 firing-pin safety, with a standard magazine release and a rowel/commander-style hammer.
Barrel length is 2.75 inches, with a 6+1 capacity in .380 ACP. Sighting is fixed, with a low-profile ramped front and a square-notch, dovetailed rear for a snag-resistant setup appropriate to the pistol’s micro size.
This example is an original-run Pocketlite identified by the PL serial prefix and is marked by Colt’s 06891 manufacturer part number. Made in the USA, it represents the lightweight, carry-focused approach that made the Pocketlite name synonymous with compact Colt .380s in the early 1990s.