Colt Police Positive Special .38 Special 4" Barrel, Nickel

Condition:

• Mechanicals:

  • Cylinder locks up tight; timing correct on all six chambers.

  • Double- and single-action trigger pulls are crisp—no hitch or over-travel.

• Bore & chambers:

  • Rifling sharp with only faint frosting—excellent for a 70-year-old snub.

• Exterior:

  • Nickel shows flaking and “pepper” spots on cylinder flutes, muzzle, and high edges; underlying steel has minor freckling but no structural pitting.

  • Finish on frame still shines—great “carry character” without being a rust bucket.

• Stocks:

  • Original Coltwood grips are intact—no cracks; minor shrink-line at butt common to this material. Checkering remains pronounced for a sure hold.

Why this one’s special

• Six-shot snub before “Detective Special” became a household name—same D-frame heritage.

• Factory nickel snubs are scarcer than blued guns and stand out in any Colt wheel-gun lineup.

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NOTES:

• Firearm has NOT been test-fired; have a qualified gunsmith confirm head-space & function before live ammo.

• Use standard-pressure .38 Special only—this is a 1950s revolver, not rated for modern +P.

• Sold AS-IS; photos and description reflect the exact revolver you will receive.

This firearm comes with checkered wooden grips.

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