Colt .38 Rimfire New Model Breech Loading Pocket Pistol

Colt .38 Rimfire New Model Breech Loading Pocket Pistol

This is an excellent nickel-plated example of the Type 5 Pocket Pistol as described in the definative work on these guns, "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols" by Breslin, Pirie and Price. It is one of a run of 3,425 newly made pistols that first shipped in 1875. The serial number range of this type is from 1750 to 5450 in the second serial number range; the serial number of this revolver being 4605.

The condition of this revolver is better than the example illustrated in the book cited above. It retains 90% plus of original nickel plate to the cylinder, barrel and frame with a complete and sharp stagecoach scene on the cylinder. The hammer retains all its original finish and the brass trigger guard has mellowed to a mustard colour with some original plating in protected areas. The action is tight with perfect timing and solid lock up. It appears to have had very little use as indicated by the strong rifling and the chambers of the cylinder still retaining their internal plating. The grips are in good condition with about 90% plus original varnish, the screws are undamaged and those attaching the trigger guard and grip, still have bright charcoal blueing. The patent marks, barrel address and serial numbers are all clear and sharp. It would be difficult to find a better example of this early Colt breech loader and it would make a fine addition to a serious Colt collection.

Barrel length 3.5"
Overall length 8.5"

Should you wish to acquire a Colt Dragoon, this would be relatively easy to achieve. Should you wish to acquire an example of this model in this condition, this would be very difficult.

Code: 50074