Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. 1862 Pocket Police Signature Series .36 Cal Percussion Revolver, 5.5 in Barrel, Blued/Casehardened, 5-Shot
This Colt Blackpowder Arms Co. 1862 Pocket Police Signature Series is a .36 caliber cap-and-ball revolver produced during the 1994–2002 era. It features the Signature Series hallmark with a gray presentation box and a script "Sam Colt" signature engraved on the backstrap. Notable details include a 5.5 in round barrel with an under-barrel creeping loading lever, a five-shot fluted cylinder, and matching serials on the revolver components and box label.
The revolver presents the classic open-top, wedge-retained design of the original 1862 pattern, with a blued and color casehardened finish and a one-piece varnished walnut grip. The barrel top address is consistent with "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA," aligning with the traditional markings collectors look for in this model.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This revolver is in great shape with minor scratches and blemishes visible on close inspection. The bore is clean and shiny. There is slight pitting present on the color casehardened finish.
What's Included
- Colt Black Powder Instruction Manual
- Colt Blackpowder Signature Series gray presentation box
- Outer cardboard box with model/serial end label (F1500 Pocket Police)
The Signature Series configuration stands out with its factory-engraved script "Sam Colt" backstrap and dedicated presentation packaging. This example includes the gray presentation box and the labeled outer carton, aligning with the series hallmarks and aiding provenance.
Mechanically, it follows the classic Pocket Police layout: an open-top steel frame, a wedge-retained 5.5 in round barrel, and an under-barrel creeping loading lever designed for consistent seating of percussion charges. The five-shot fluted steel cylinder is blued, complementing the color casehardened frame.
Fixed sights consist of a front bead paired with a rear notch in the hammer nose, as per the original pattern. The grip is a one-piece varnished walnut, providing a traditional profile and secure hand fit.
Markings are consistent with period style, including the barrel address "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA." The catalog/reference code F1500 corresponds to this Pocket Police configuration within the Signature Series, and the revolver and box bear matching serial identifiers.