COLT 1902 Military 38 auto Special Order

Description:
COLT 1902 Military 38 auto Serial 42318 Rare special order from the Colt factory.
Published in Goddard's book, THE GOVERNMENT MODELS on page 194 this pistol was special ordered from Colt with a match barrel and a 4 lb trigger pull. Shipped to the new owner via Shapleigh Hardware Co on Feb 17, 1925. 
I've shot this pistol and it shoots very well with a light trigger pull - as described in Goddard's book.
See the pictures as this 1902 Military is nice and well taken care of over the last 101 years.
Great bore
Functions as a Colt should
Rear triangular serrations
Spur hammer
Lanyard lood
Inspectors markings: VP  1  96 and W
Block lettering: PATENTED                                   COLTS PT FA MFG CO  (with rampant Colt)
                  APR 20, 1897 SEPT 9, 1902               HARTFORD CT USA

$1900 plus $25 shipping to your FFL or C&R if legal in your jurisdiction from my C&R.
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .38 Auto (.38 ACP)
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: 1902 MILITARY
Serial Number: 42318
Barrel Length: 6
Condition: very good
Metal Condition: very good
Bore Condition: Mach barrel Very good
Triggers: 4 LB pull
Sights: fixed
Manufacture Date: 1925
Grips: hard rubber

Price: $1,900.00
Shipping: $25.00