Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Type III .32 ACP, 1912 — Refinished Blue, 3.75 in Barrel, Custom White Grips
This 1912 Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Type III in .32 ACP is a refined example of John M. Browning's compact blowback design, presented in excellent condition with a professional refinish. It features smooth white replacement grips without Colt medallions, a high-polish blue on select small parts, and the Type III configuration with integral barrel bushing and no magazine disconnect. Clear period-correct slide legends and the Rampant Colt logo complete a classic early-1910s presentation.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This pistol has been refinished and remains well maintained. The safety, trigger, and extractor display a high-polish blue finish. Only minimal evidence of prior use is present.
What’s Included
- 1x 8-round steel single-stack magazine with witness holes (compatible with Colt Model 1903 .32 ACP)
- Smooth white non-checkered replacement grip panels installed (no Colt medallions)
Type III configuration (1910–1926) details are present, including the integral barrel bushing, vertical rear slide serrations, and the absence of an external slide stop/release and a magazine disconnect (pre-1926). The butt is without a lanyard loop, and the design uses an internal hammer consistent with the Pocket Hammerless pattern.
The slide retains its hallmark markings: patent dates on the left and the right-side legend 'COLT AUTOMATIC CALIBRE 32 RIMLESS SMOKELESS,' with the Rampant Colt behind the rear serrations. Fixed iron sights include a half-moon front and a notched rear, matching period specification for this model.
Refinished blued metalwork presents uniformly, with a high-polish blue on the safety, trigger, and extractor that adds crisp visual contrast. The smooth white non-checkered grips (without Colt medallions) provide a distinctive custom look while maintaining the pistol's slim, micro-size profile.
Chambered in .32 ACP with a 3.75 in barrel, this single-action, simple blowback pistol uses a detachable single-stack magazine for an 8+1 capacity. It is a United States-made model from the 1910s, offering a clean example of Browning's compact carry design with clear, period-correct features.