But do you know how to properly use them? To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Designed primarily for sale to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies, the Police Positive was introduced into the firearms market by Colt's Manufacturing Company in 1905. New Mexico Department of Game & Fish, State Agency: In the early 20th century the Colt Positive and Positive Special teamed with Colt's other admired model, the Official Police, to capture the lion's share of the law enforcement firearms market. POLICE POSITIVE SPECIAL WITH SHROUDED BARREL, The Police Positive Mark V, Fifth Issue, had a heavy, full length shrouded 4" barrel with Pachmayr rubber "Compac" grips. This revolver features a classic Colt revolver design with a steel construction, rich blued finish, fully intac, The Colt Police Positive is a small-frame, double-action revolver features a six-round cylinder. The newest member of the GX4 line, the GX4 XL, comes with a 3.7-inch barrel. Although this makes sense in a hard-duty gun, it did in my opinion remove a lot of the classic Hartford charm from the gun. 1925, SERIAL# 209XXX, VERY HIGH COND. Comes with Factory Letter. Colt Single Action Army Clones And Replicas Vs. Originals, First Look: Colt CBX Precision Rifle System, President Roosevelts Smith & Wesson Up For Auction, FBI Handguns: Revolvers Of The Past Full Magazine. Revolver has been re-blued. Bankers Special: A short-butted version of the Police Positive, this gun had a 2-inch barrel and was chambered in .22 LR and .38 Special. Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. Gun #: 945219037. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. Intended to address deficiencies of earlier models such as the Single Action Army, the Positive Lock prevented an accidental discharge even if the hammer was struck or the pistol was dropped, allowing the revolver to be safely carried with all six chambers loaded. COLT POLICE POSITIVE .38 SPECIAL SHOP.FORDSFIREARMS.COM. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. 4" barrel and function is good. With this revolver having roots in a police force I decided to pick up a silhouette target to do a grouping test. $ 25. By comparison, the larger blued Official Police was going for $110, while the also-heftier competition Model 10 was bringing S&W a somewhat friendlier $76.50. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. The late Dan Shideler was a senior editor for Gun Digest Books from 2004 until 2011, best known for his entertaining prose and knowledge and insight into firearms history, trends and pricing. If it wouldve been a modern D-Frame, say a later Detective Special, I might have given the high-test stuff a spin. $30.00 Shipping We Accept Visa, Mastercard, Checks, and Money Orders , 1926 COLT Double Action POLICE POSITIVE .38 S&W SELF DEFENSE Revolver C&R Colts Widely Produced Revolver Design Here we present a C&R Colt Police Positive, made in 1926 by the, POLICE POSITIVE SPECIAL IN .32-20 CALIBER, 4" BARREL, #189XXX, MADE 1919. [2] The pistols sights consisted of a blade front with a fixed iron open rear sight, which was a simple V-notch shaped groove milled into the revolvers topstrap. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. Colt had long offered revolvers chambered for the popular .32-20, .38-40, and .44-40 Winchester cartridges. Police Positive Special: This was basically a Police Positive with a 1/4-inch longer frame to accommodate the .38 Special and .32-20 cartridges (in addition to the .32 and .38 New Police and their S&W counterparts). It has been expertly refinished at some time in it's past. Yet another stainless variant, the Magnum Carry, was introduced in 1998 and was chambered in .357 Magnum. Later additions/variations were lumped in with and renamed Police Positive (as a vague umbrella term) and those were manufactured for a brief period in the 1990s. The second, made in 1993, featured a barrel shroud and neoprene grips. Full Details. The best condition possible is around $700-$750. Beautiful little Colt Police Positive in 38 S&W. Joseph Von Benedikt shows his custom 500 and how well it shoots. The Colt Detective Special and its variants are shortened, somewhat streamlined variants of the Police Positive Special, introduced in 1927. Ever a canny competitor in the firearms industry, Colt missed no opportunity to score points over its arch rival, and began a marketing campaign which accentuated this detail. The gun is scarce, and it was only made from 1955 to 1956. The First issue of the Police Positive ran from the revolver's introduction in, 1929 was the starting year of production for a series of second issue Police Positives. Box 488, Escondido, CA 92033. No purchase necessary. The Police Positive Special was the model that Colt would use for all small frame revolvers up until the last of them were discontinued in 1995. This i, THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL ALL ORIGINAL COLT POLICE POSITIVE .22 CALIBER. View Site. Georgia Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Diamondback: This gun resembles a Python built on the Police Positive Special frame rather than on the big .41 Army frame. The small sight is stabilized in a post toward the muzzle, and a screw is moved at the other end of the post to allow elevation adjustment. Taurus G3c Striker-Fired No-Safety Pistol: Review, Taurus TX22 Competition .22 LR Match Pistol: Review, Weak-Hand Shooting Skills Drills: Learning To Shoot With Your Non-Dominant Hand, Taurus G3XL EDC Compact 9mm Pistol: First Look, Practice the X Drill to Reinforce Pistol Skills: Here's How, Smith & Wesson Model 350 Hunting Revolver In .350 Legend, First Look: Federal .30 Super Carry Pistol Cartridge. COLT POLICE POSITIVE 32 CAL., 1ST ISSUE MFG. Years Produced: From 1907 to 1995 (see the previous article for the caveats) MSRP In 1918: Roughly $25 (about $453.66 in 2022) Number Manufactured: Over 750,000 Operating System: Double Action Our Colt Police Positive - 4" holsters are designed to minimise gun print so your carry is only known to you, their slim profile and premium stitching are a key feature. Arizona Game & Fish Department, State Agency: Contest open to U.S. residents only. The 6-inch barrel gave it a nicely balanced look and feel. Were talking Cobra, Diamondback, Agent, Viper, Detective Special, etc. Joseph Von Benedikt is with Rafe Nielsen of Browning to take a look at a new X-Bolt series rifle. Indiana Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: It deserves a spot on the list of stack-and-a-half micro 9 millimeters. Seller: GA_1143125 GA_1143125. It was made with 4", 5" and 6" barrels and came with either wood or hard rubber grips. (I) Giveaway ends April 30, 2023. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. Gun #: 954405348. This Police Positive Special was made in 1916, so the "Coltwood" plastic grips are a later replacement. It will be the revolver I take hunting this winter when the opportunity presents. For the sake of today, we will be pulling a unique Colt revolver from my personal collection that does not get as much notoriety as it should, the Colt Police Positive Special chambered in .38 S&W. Posted June 17, 2020 in Editorial, Revolver, Wheelgun Wednesday by Sam.S with No CommentsTags: 38 Smith and Wesson, Colt Police Positive Special, double action, wheelgun wednesday. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (when required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Aircrewman Special: This all-aluminum Detective Special was chambered in .38 Special and made for the U.S. Air Force in 1951. It is important to train in various shooting positions. The small frame revolver was first seen in the Police Positive and Police Positive Special, but then was also extended to the Detective Special, Commando Special, Cobra, Agent, Diamondback, Police Positive MK V, Viper, and Courier. Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. 12 Image(s) 348AA COLT ARMY SPECIAL 32-20. Naturally, those on the side of law and order werent the only fans of the Police Positive. SELF-DEFENSE Revolver C&R Colts Widely Produced Revolver Design Here we present a C&R Colt Police Positive, made in 1907 by the Co, Colt Police Positive second issue .38 Colt 4" barrel revolver made in 1941. Nice Piece of History. Pulling the latch to the rear allowed the cylinder to be swung open and pushing the ejector rod extracted the spent cartridges. Match Wadcutter and Remington 130-gr. Grips appear period and bore is clean and reasonably shiny. 1 Image(s) Colt Police Positive Special, Claro Walnut Grips With Medallions. while Colts preeminent duty revolver, the .41-Frame Official Police weighs in at 38 oz. Beware of fakes! cartridge did not catch on with civilians until well into the 1920s. It is a revolver to be used and cherished. The thing that impressed me about this particular Police Positive was the even colr and remaining original blue. A Second issue was sold from 1926 to 1941 and differed from the First in that it had a slightly heftier frame which upped the weight to 26 ounces; also Colt's nickel finish was offered as an option. Our 1920-vintage Colt Police Positive Special had a serious affinity for Black Hills 148-gr. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. The cylinder of the Police Positive rotated in the clockwise direction, the opposite of firearms maker Smith & Wesson's competing models. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. Contest open to U.S. residents only. The 1908 Sears Roebuck catalog lists it at $14. Get 12 Issues a year of the country's best firearms writing. Its a very hot collectible. [5], The Police Positive was made of carbon steel, and was finished with either a polished blued finish or nickel-plated.[2]. This gun has a factory Colt letter showing it was shipped to Colonel W.C. Skinner wh, Like New .38 Special Colt Police Positive with 4" barrel and excellent bore. Colt Police Positive Special 32-20. The Police Positive Special was the model that Colt would use for all small frame revolvers up until the last of them were discontinued in 1995. Its light weight would have made it a pleasure to carry for extended periods of time, and the sights were above average for handguns of that day. SELF-DEFENSE Revolver C&R Colts Widely Produced Revolver Design, Colt Police Positive 2nd Issue .38Colt 4"bbl Revolver MFG 1941, c1971 ROYAL HONG KONG POLICE Contract COLT C&R REVOLVER .38 Special RHKP Colt POLICE POSITIVE SPECIAL, COLT POLICE POSITIVE SERIAL 158788 CALIBER 32 POLICE, Excellent Colt Police Positive 1st Issue Revolver w/ Factory Letter, "COLT POLICE POSITIVE REVOLVER .38 SPL (C18449), Colt Police Positive First Issue .38 Colt 4"bbl Blue Revolver 1919mfg, "Colt Police Positive .32 Police (.32 S&W Long) (C18414), Colt Police Positive 4" 38 S&W ca:1924 nice, Colt Second Issue Police Positive .32 on a .38 frame, c1903 mfr COLT NEW POLICE .32 C&R REVOLVER Double Action Gangster LE Nickel Early-20th Century Law Enforcement Sidearm, Colt Police Positive Special in 32-20 wcf 6-shot revolver (Manu. One of. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. And it shot well indeed, thanks in part, Colt claimed, because the cylinder rotated toward the frame, to the right, enhancing lockup. The gun is all matching and comes with a period-correct box that is not matching - the box is fairly torn al, This COLT Police Positive is in good condition showing some pitting. I had taken a nicer one in trade and decided to pass the old one on to someone who would appreciate it. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. [6] Both of Colt's New Police rounds were actually slight redesigns of existing S&W cartridges, the .32 S&W Long and .38 S&W with the bullet noses flattened, as Colt resisted providing its main competitor with any free advertising. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Rhode Island Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Mfg. Colt's Police Positive Special revolver was chambered in .38 Special, .32-20 WCF and, later, .32 Colt New Police caliber. Full Details. The Police Positive Special was manufactured until 1995, becoming Colt's most produced model at over 750,000 units. For one, it's larger than the Smith & Wesson Kit Gun, which while trim and neat can be difficult to shoot well due to its small grip and light, whippy barrel. All Rights Reserved. Each is slightly different than before. Dan passed away in April 2011. But another Colt Police Positive version is, in my opinion, among the most useful and beautiful of all Colt revolvers, and that honor belongs to the Police Positive Target in .22 Long Rifle (also in various .32s, although I've never seen one). The 158-gr. Colt's Police Positive was a double-action revolver model chambered for a variety of cartridges. The collectibility of the Police Positives descendants proves, however, what a sound design the old-timer really was. Website by Hudson, Barrel, .22 LR, 6", Target, Blued, Used Factory Original (w/ Adj Front Sight), Barrel, .32 New Police, 2", Blued, New Factory Original (May Have Storage Wear), Barrel, .32 New Police, 2-1/2", Small Dia Thread .445" OD x 32 TPI, Used, Barrel, .32 New Police, 4", Blued, Used Factory Original (w/ Front Sight), Barrel, .32 New Police, 4", Nickel, Used Factory Original (w/ Front Sight), Barrel, .32 New Police, 5", Blued, Used Factory Original (w/ Front Sight), Barrel, .32 New Police, 5", Nickel, Used Factory Original (w/ Front Sight), Barrel, .32 New Police, 6", Target, Blued, Used Factory (w/ Adj Front Sight), Bolt (aka Cylinder Catch), Used Factory Original, Colt Police Positive Special Schematic W/ Parts List. We show you how. Very good overall condition with a good bore & spotty patina from holster wear. Excellent condition overall. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. The grip is ideal for most hands- not too small and not too large. Deployed military should use stateside address. In its advertising Colt proclaimed that "All Colt cylinders TURN TO THE RIGHT", and suggested that the Colt design forced the cylinder crane up against the frame, resulting in tighter lockup with less play and better chamber to barrel alignment, thus markedly increasing accuracy. The Colt revolvers also had among the best sights of the day, with a wide-open notch in the topstrap and half-moon front sight. It was manufactured from 1996 to circa 2000. The revolver proved very able. | The Police Positive Special, Third Issue, was the post-War version with a ramped front sight, the new cylinder retention system, and a grooved trigger. Colonels Rex Applegate[9] and Charles Askins were proponents of the Fitz Special,[10][11] and it would become a popular after-market conversion for many gunsmiths. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. [6], Fitz Special revolvers are made by taking any standard size Colt revolver, shortening the barrel to two inches, shortening the ejector rod, bobbing the hammer spur, rounding the butt, and removing the front half of the trigger guard. All of them said thanks but no thanks. Before there were scopes or red dots there were iron sights. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. Built on Colts D frame,[2][3] it was offered in four, five, and six inch barreled models,[5] weighing a scant 23 ounces in the four inch. Reshaping the hammer and the butt allows the gun to be drawn quickly with little risk of the weapon snagging on clothing. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. THIS COLT REVOLVER COMES WITH ITS ORIGINAL BOX. Seller: Hunters Trading Post. Nebraska Game & Parks Commission, State Agency: In all, the Police Positive made a fine-looking package. Produced from 1926 to 1940. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. The Colt Police Positive Special was the Police Positive with a lengthened frame and cylinder to allow using longer, more powerful cartridges like the .38 Special. California Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Full Details More from this Seller. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Custom Mossberg 500 at the Range and Live Turkey!. The revolvers could be chosen by any police force around the world and add particular things like specific calibers and even lanyard loops. Missouri Deptartment of Conservation, State Agency: I offered it to my brother, my son, my wife, my neighbor and my neighbors grandmother. Deployed military should use stateside address. 1926), Colt Police Positive Special 32-20 WCF Revolver, Colt Police Positive 1918 (possible 1914) 38 Colt cal Nickel Nice Tight Older Gun Bargain Price, Colt Police Positive in .32 Colt (.32 S & W Long, Colt ~ Police Positive Special ~ .32-20 WCF. Charles Lindbergh, William Powell and Clyde Barrow were also known to carry Fitz Specials. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. The Colt will handle .22 Short, Long or Long Rifle loads without a problem. Springfield's XD-M Elite 3.8 Compact OSP 10mm pistol is the perfectcarry companion whether you're facing two- or four-legged predators. The Police Positive Special in .38 Special led to the Detective Special, one of the most popular and iconic handguns of all time. Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife, State Agency: It was made in various forms from 1907 to 1995. in Iowa. The Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotgun is one of the most popular home defense shotguns on the market. Joseph Von Benedikt is with Jorge Spat to learn all about it. Sights were fixed and consisted of a half-moon blade front and a hog-waller groove milled into the topstrap. The rear notch is about 0.10 inch. Both are chambered in .38 Special. GA Sales: 1915. The Police Positive Special and it's various other models were extremely popular with police departments wanting a smaller, lighter revolver that could shoot the powerful .38 Special cartridge. The gun is highly collectible, with 35,000 manufactured from 1926 to 1943. The second issue introduced wooden grips which were smooth in the early years, later giving way to a checkered style, also the smooth top strap was replaced with a serrated one to reduce glare. Plus, theyre FMJ clean. Most 4 guns Ive used them in generally produce velocities a bit over 900 fps what I got with the Police Positive Special. The single-action trigger breaks at exactly 3.5 pounds. Make sure to watch till the end. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. For a gun in decent shape like mine floats around $300-$400. The hammer spur features a nicely bordered checkered area for sure cocking. Chambered in .38 Special and .22 LR, it was manufactured from 1966 to 1986. Full Details More from this Seller. The Police Positive was very successful; along with the Colt Official Police it dominated the law enforcement firearms market in the early 1900s. At various times in the model's production life, the grips were made from hard rubber, checkered walnut, or a synthetic material known as "Coltwood." The gun was manufactured from 1905 to 1941. The Colt Police Positive Special was made from around 1907/1908 until 1978, at least in the form that is similar to the one today. Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources, State Agency: Although some historians disagree, it is believed that somewhere between forty to two hundred Fitz Specials left the factory, made from various Colt revolvers, by Fitzgerald himself. Learn the difference between revolvers and semi-auto pistols and what makes them different. The fit and finish are impressive,and what remains of the original blue is very nice, deep and good-looking. Before moving on to more entertaining forms of the handgun evaluation process, I ran five rounds of each brand of ammo across my chronograph, and the results are listed in the accompanying chart. Please see pics. It wasnt a dog, either, but a nice 80 percent specimen from 1923. Colt Model Agent, Cobra, Detective Special Diamondback Fac Manual Reproduction. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. .22 WRF, Guns Listing ID: 698072Used Colt Detective Police Positive Special .38 Spc. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for COLT Manual, Agent, Commando Spc., Detective Spc., Police Positive, Diamondback at the best online prices at eBay! Rich shows us some kneeling positions here. After the war Colt began assigning letter codes to all pistols. GI#: 102211497. At the time of the Police Positive's introduction, the American civilian revolver market was still dominated by .32-caliber revolvers, and the .38 Spl. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (when required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. COLT Derringers and Pocket Pistols Conversions Single Action Revolvers Double Action Revolvers Semi -Automatic Pistols Long Guns Colt Derringers and Pocket Pistols top Baby Dragoon Pocket Belt Model Paterson No. [3] It was also made in .32 Colt New Police and .38 Colt New Police. Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries, State Agency: Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Colt Police Positive Special Wood Grips $50.00 $5.00 shipping or Best Offer Colt Police Positive special antique copper plastic with screw $35.00 Free shipping or Best Offer Pair of Colt's wood grips for "Official Police" or "Police Positive" revolvers $317.89 14 bids $8.15 shipping 14h 53m Barrel lengths were 4", 5", and 6". Whatever long-ago Colt craftsman regulated these sights knew what he was doing. The 2" barreled Colt Detective Special double- and single-action revolver, based off the Police Positive Special, is one of the many classic wheel guns to come from the Hartford, Conn . Very good condition for its age, has a 4 inch barrel, strong rifling in barrel, but it has very, For your consideration, a Colt Police Positive Special chambered in .32-20 Winchester Centerfire. At 28 ounces, the Police Positive Target with its six-inch barrel just seems to set the right balance. Winchester stuff produced a 6-shot 2.5 group at 25 yards while the Black Hills Wadcutters crowded 5 shots into a spectacular cluster at just under 1.5. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. The action is smooth, as old Colts tend to be. Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, State Agency: 6" barrel with frosted bore. Writer | AllOutdoor.com. Production was severely curtailed during World War II, and eventually it was discontinued in 1946. Minnesota Deptartment of Natural Resources, State Agency: The blue book values for the third issue that I own are not the kindest. Grips are a later replacement. Available with 4-, 5-, and 6-inch barrels, the Police Positive Special was of compact dimensions and moderate weight (25 ounces with 6-inch barrel), and it was an immediate hit with American police. Who knew wild turkey's were so stupid!? 4" barrel with a mint bore. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Joseph VonBenedikt is with Joel Hodgdon to talk about the improved accuracy and long-range potential of the already reliable Core-Lokt ammo line. SHIPPING I SHIP INSURED TO THE LOWER 47 STAT. CALIBER 32 POLIC, Serial #63827, .38 S&W, 6" barrel with an excellent, bright bore. Nonetheless, it is a solid, accurate and. Built on the Colt .32 double-action frame introduced in 1893, the classic Police Positive was chambered in .32 or .38 Colt New Police (and their S&W counterparts, of course) and could be had with a 21/2-, 4-, 5- or 6-inch barrel. Still, the Police Positive gave rise to a family of collectible Colts, and by garsh, that should count for something! I had mentioned earlier that my Colt is chambered in .38 S&W (Colt New Police). Regardless, we persevered and produced groups that ranged from 3.38 to 4.13 inches in size at 15 yards. $135.00. North Dakota Game & Fish Department, State Agency: It should be noted it consistently walked up and to the right from my point of aim. c1903 mfr COLT NEW POLICE .32 C&R REVOLVER Double Action Gangster LE Nickel Early-20th Century Law Enforcement Sidearm Here we present a C&R Colt New Police Revolver, made in 1903 by the, Colt Police Positive Special in 32-20 wcf 6-shot revolver (Manu. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. Developed by Colt in 1905 and primarily intended for sale to federal, state, or local law enforcement age, COLT Double Action POLICE POSITIVE SPECIAL .38 Special Caliber C&R REVOLVER Colts Widely Produced Revolver Design Here we present a C&R Colt Police Positive Special made in 1955 b, c1920 mfr COLT ARMY SPECIAL .32-20 WCF Caliber Double Action C&R REVOLVER Roaring Twenties Era Sidearm Here we present a C&R Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver in .32, Good condition, some wear, few areas of light corrosion. Colts Manufacturing Company, LLC has been around for over 150 years and has produced revolutionary designs that have been loved and made iconic. As much as I love them, shooting one makes you realize why most serious DA guys (say, Ed McGivern) preferred Smiths. The Second issue began in 1928 and ran until 1947, adding a somewhat heavier frame as well as a serrated topstrap to reduce sight glare, while retaining the wooden grips. The barrel was marked Police Positive, omitting the "Special" except for the caliber stamp Michigan Deptartment of Natural Resources, State Agency: $135.00. . Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM Old West 2023, PO Box 488, Escondido, CA 92033. Contest open to U.S. residents only. This Police Positive Special used longer grips that overlapped on the bottom of the short frame to give a full grip. Illinois Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: in its 4 iteration. It's the older brother of the still famous Detective Special snubnose introduced in 1927. I wanted to at least make an attempt to stay within the bullet weight parameters of what was in vogue when the gun was made. Here is a very good example of a classic Police Positive Special in 32-20 with a 4, Colt Police Positive Special 32-20 WCF Revolver. Colt Police Positive Mfg 1923 38 Special Gun #: 956426634 Seller: Hunters Trading Post $1,195.00 Full Details More from this Seller 11 Image (s) Colt Police Positive, 38 Colt New Police, 99% Factory Finish, Perfect bore, Vintage Firearms In Gun #: 937088314 Seller: Vintage Firearms Inc GA Sales: 312 $895.00 Full Details More from this Seller The Police Positive Special, First Issuewas available in bright blue and bright nickel. The metal is in good condition except for the bluing. Seller: DGSGUNS DGSGUNS. Gun #: 907834240. I think this old gat is valid and unique in its own right but would you yourself purchase one? The .38 S&W is a slightly wimpy looking cartridge that packs more pep than one would think by just looking at it. In 1977 Colt updated the Police Positive Special for the last time. Although currently older surplus guns or unique guns of long ago are pretty flooded and static in their prices, I think this is an excellent example of an affordable collector piece. [1][2][3], The Colt Police Positive was an improvement of Colt's earlier "New Police" revolver, upgraded with an internal hammer block safety. [] other type revolver that could have been issued. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Early production samples had a plain topstrap, but later ones had a matte topstrap. Police Positive Special: This was basically a Police Positive with a 1/4-inch longer frame to accommodate the .38 Special and .32-20 cartridges (in addition to the .32 and .38 New Police and their S&W counterparts). All Colt Cylinders turn to the right thus binding the crane tight against the frame of the revolver guaranteeing perfect alignment of chamber and barrel and adding materially to the accuracy of the arm. West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, State Agency: [7]. Grips were hard black rubber from 1907 to 1923 then checkered walnut with silver medallions after that. Elevation adjustment is found in the front sight. This Colt Police Positive Target is a beautiful piece of history, one I think is often overlooked. While it is designed for target shooting and perhaps small game hunting, the revolver would serve well for double-action firing practice. This gun d. Guns Listing ID: 663905Light rust on parts! was almost on a par with the Winchester 158s. [2] Colt named this new security device the "Positive Lock", and its nomenclature ended up being incorporated as a partial namesake for the new revolver. They are still considered Police Positive Special . 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