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Colt Detective Special 2" Barrel Factory Blue Excellent Condition
Guns International #: 103626873 Seller's Inventory #: 4LE-2026
Category: Colt Revolvers - Detective Special - .38 Special Revolvers
Seller's Information
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Seller: Northern Wings & Clays
Member Since: 4/11/21
First Name: Michael
Last Name: Burnett & David Kesar
State: Michigan
Zip: 49740
Country: United States
Phone: (229) 200-7001
Phone2: (305) 731-6505
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 159
Total Number of Listings: 702
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Northern Wings & Clays is committed to providing a transparent and straightforward buying experience. We do not charge additional processing or credit card fees. Shipping is a flat rate of $20 for handguns and $35 for long guns, shipped to your selected FFL dealer. All firearms include a 3-day non-firing inspection period, beginning on the date the firearm arrives at your FFL.
Payment Types Accepted: Money Order or Cashiers Check, Visa, Mastercard and American Express
About Us: Northern Wings & Clays was established in 2022, out of the passion of hunting and target shooting. The owners, longtime friends that met though the passion of the industry and want to help bring awareness and conserve the heritage of hunting and sport shooting. Northern Wings and Clays is committed to the very best customer service. Northern Wings and Clays has the knowledge and expertise to help you with anything you may need or want. Northern Wings and Clays is currently seeking consignment hunting and sporting-related firearms. Fair rates, Whether it is one gun or an entire collection we are capable and willing to help with any type of evaluation that you may require. Please contact us for the best prices on any of our listings.
Description:
Offered for sale is an excellent example of the legendary Colt Detective Special, one of the most iconic compact revolvers ever produced in the United States.
Introduced by Colt's Manufacturing Company in 1927, the Detective Special became the first successful concealable revolver to offer six shot capacity in a compact frame. This innovation set it apart from most small revolvers of the era, which typically held only five rounds. The revolver quickly became the preferred sidearm of detectives, plain clothes law enforcement officers, and private citizens who wanted a dependable defensive revolver with greater capacity.
Throughout the twentieth century, the Detective Special earned a reputation for reliability, smooth double action trigger pull, and exceptional Colt craftsmanship. It remains one of the most recognizable and collectible Colt double action revolvers produced.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Caliber: .38 Special
Barrel Length: 2 inches
Finish: Factory blue
Cylinder Capacity: 6 rounds
Grips: Factory Colt checkered grips with silver Colt medallions
Serial Number: AE0514
Condition
This revolver remains in excellent collector condition, retaining strong original factory blue with sharp edges and minimal signs of handling. The cylinder flutes remain crisp and the revolver shows no significant holster wear.
The factory Colt checkered grips with Colt medallions remain intact and well preserved.
Overall condition is estimated in the 97–98% range, placing this revolver in the upper tier of collector-grade Detective Special revolvers currently encountered on the market.
Collector Notes
The Colt Detective Special remains one of the most historically important compact revolvers ever produced. High condition examples continue to be sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of classic American revolvers.
We warrant that the firearms are as they appear in our photos but do not warrant mechanical
condition or operation.
Price: $1,899.00
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special
Serial Number: AE0514
Barrel Length: 2
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Item Location: Michigan