Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action/single-action revolver for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Police Positive .38.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Police Positive .38 (First Issue)
Serial: 18893
Date of Manufacture: 1908
Caliber: .38 S&W (.38 Colt New Police)
Finish: Factory Charcoal Blued Carbon Steel
Barrel Length: 4" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Fixed Half-Moon Front Blade w/ V-Notch Rear Sighting Groove
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Hard Rubber Grips w/ Molded "COLT" Monogram Logos
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) w/ 6-Shot Swing-Out Cylinder and Positive Lock Safety
Markings: Left side of barrel stamped "COLT POLICE POSITIVE .38"; barrel top stamped w/ two-line Hartford patent address; left frame stamped w/ Colt Rampant Horse emblem encircled by "COLT'S NEW POLICE"; frame crane and frame cutout stamped w/ matching serial number "18893".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1905, the Colt Police Positive was designed to bridge the gap between pocket-sized revolvers and full-size service handguns, incorporating Colt's revolutionary "Positive Lock" internal safety mechanism that physically prevented firing pin contact with a primer unless the trigger was fully pulled. The Police Positive instantly became an overwhelming favorite among law enforcement agencies worldwide due to its combination of light weight, compact frame geometry, and extreme safety for daily carry. Built on Colt's D-frame architecture, the First Issue Police Positive featured a narrow frame profile, half-moon front sight blade, and high-gloss factory bluing. This specific example bears low matching serial number 18893, placing its manufacture in early 1908 during the inaugural production run of the model. Chambered in .38 S&W (.38 Colt New Police), it features a 4-inch barrel, original black hard rubber grips with crisp molded "COLT" script, and clear factory roll marks throughout—including the early "Colt's New Police" sideplate emblem. The original factory blued finish exhibits exceptional historical preservation, retaining deep gloss with minimal high-edge wear and light age-appropriate patina. Mechanically, the action locks up with trademark Colt lockup, cylinder timing is precise, and the 4-inch bore remains clean with sharp rifling throughout. This 1908 First Issue Colt Police Positive represents a highly collectible, early turn-of-the-century piece for vintage Colt collectors and American law enforcement firearms historians.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Police Positive .38 (First Issue)
Serial: 18893
Date of Manufacture: 1908
Caliber: .38 S&W (.38 Colt New Police)
Finish: Factory Charcoal Blued Carbon Steel
Barrel Length: 4" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Fixed Half-Moon Front Blade w/ V-Notch Rear Sighting Groove
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Hard Rubber Grips w/ Molded "COLT" Monogram Logos
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) w/ 6-Shot Swing-Out Cylinder and Positive Lock Safety
Markings: Left side of barrel stamped "COLT POLICE POSITIVE .38"; barrel top stamped w/ two-line Hartford patent address; left frame stamped w/ Colt Rampant Horse emblem encircled by "COLT'S NEW POLICE"; frame crane and frame cutout stamped w/ matching serial number "18893".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1905, the Colt Police Positive was designed to bridge the gap between pocket-sized revolvers and full-size service handguns, incorporating Colt's revolutionary "Positive Lock" internal safety mechanism that physically prevented firing pin contact with a primer unless the trigger was fully pulled. The Police Positive instantly became an overwhelming favorite among law enforcement agencies worldwide due to its combination of light weight, compact frame geometry, and extreme safety for daily carry. Built on Colt's D-frame architecture, the First Issue Police Positive featured a narrow frame profile, half-moon front sight blade, and high-gloss factory bluing. This specific example bears low matching serial number 18893, placing its manufacture in early 1908 during the inaugural production run of the model. Chambered in .38 S&W (.38 Colt New Police), it features a 4-inch barrel, original black hard rubber grips with crisp molded "COLT" script, and clear factory roll marks throughout—including the early "Colt's New Police" sideplate emblem. The original factory blued finish exhibits exceptional historical preservation, retaining deep gloss with minimal high-edge wear and light age-appropriate patina. Mechanically, the action locks up with trademark Colt lockup, cylinder timing is precise, and the 4-inch bore remains clean with sharp rifling throughout. This 1908 First Issue Colt Police Positive represents a highly collectible, early turn-of-the-century piece for vintage Colt collectors and American law enforcement firearms historians.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1203638155 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-27 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
115 |
