Fine Early Colt Cobra .38 Revolver Lightweight Model
Guns International #: 103250153 Seller's Inventory #: L399
Category: Colt Revolvers - Cobra - .38 Revolvers

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Seller: lope
Company: Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities
Member Since: 1/28/11
State: Connecticut
Country: United States
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About Us: We are Tom LoPiano and John R. (Jay) Hansen Jr. owners of Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities. We specialize in fine and unusual collectible firearms and military items of all types and time periods. Modern firearms, Curio & Relic and antique. Civil War a specialty as well as German lugers. From flintlock arms and edged weapons of the Revolutionary war to arms manufactured in the present- we actively buy and sell all firearms related collectibles, documents and autographs, photographs, uniforms, old newspapers, collectible ammunition, swords, decoys, etc. Retail shop open to public for buyers as well as customers who wish to sell. Appraisals for estates conducted for a fee. Free verbal appraisals to all visitors.


Description:
Fine Early Colt Cobra .38 Revolver Lightweight Model
Offered here for sale and just acquired is a fine classic Colt Cobra  .38?Special with a 2″ barrel. Serial number 19625 it is almost certainly one of the First Model (sometimes referred to as "First Issue") Cobras—those built between 1950 and 1971. The Colt Cobra was produced from 1950 to 1981, in two main generations:
    • First Model: 1950–1971, featuring a lightweight (≈?15?oz) aluminum alloy ("Coltalloy") frame, exposed ejector rod, and usually a round or square butt grip.
    • Second Model: 1972–1981, heavier (≈?16?oz), featuring a shrouded ejector rod and ramp front sight (“Baughman-style”)
The absence of a shrouded ejector rod strongly indicates your revolver is from the First Model era, so it dates from 1950–1971. Letters like “LW” (Light?Weight) were commonly appended in the mid?1960s to denote alloy-frame revolvers. Based on the number being relatively low and in the five-digit range, early 1950s to early 1960s is a reasonable estimate. The  revolver retains most of its original finish with just some slight holster wear forward of frame and it has a wonderful pair of Heretts custom grips. A summary of features
FeatureDetailsBarrel Length2″ (snub-nosed design, typical for concealment)
Frame MaterialAluminum alloy (“Coltalloy”) – lightweight ~15?oz
GenerationFirst Model (1950–1971), due to exposed ejector rod
Approximate ProductionEarly-to-mid 1950s to early 1960s (based on serial number range)
Condition & CustomizationRetains original finish; equipped with Heretts grips (adds ergonomics for larger hands)
A very fine carry gun with collectors appeal as well.


L399 Standard shipping is $38 however final shipping amount is based upon geographical area. Handling is $18.00 for longarms only.   We gladly accept money orders, bank checks and personal checks. Credit card orders (VISA AND MASTER CARD ONLY) charged 3.95% additional for use.
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Price: $695.00

Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .38