Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this pre-WWI-era semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type II.
The Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type II was made from 1908 to 1940, making this example a 2nd year production model.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type II
Serial: 3374
Date of Manufacture: 1909
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue with Fire Blue Accents
Barrel Length: 3 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic with “Colt” in a Banner and the Rampant Colt Logo
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type II is a classic early 20th-century semi-automatic pistol designed for discreet personal defense, reflecting the transition from revolvers to compact autoloaders in civilian and police use. Chambered in .380 ACP and produced in 1909, it offered a practical balance of manageable recoil and adequate stopping power for its era. Its 3¾-inch barrel and slim profile made it easy to carry, while the striker-fired, internal-hammer design eliminated external protrusions that could snag on clothing. Fixed sights were typical of the period and suited to the pistol’s intended role as a close-range defensive arm rather than a precision target firearm.
Model: 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type II
Serial: 3374
Date of Manufacture: 1909
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue with Fire Blue Accents
Barrel Length: 3 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic with “Colt” in a Banner and the Rampant Colt Logo
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type II is a classic early 20th-century semi-automatic pistol designed for discreet personal defense, reflecting the transition from revolvers to compact autoloaders in civilian and police use. Chambered in .380 ACP and produced in 1909, it offered a practical balance of manageable recoil and adequate stopping power for its era. Its 3¾-inch barrel and slim profile made it easy to carry, while the striker-fired, internal-hammer design eliminated external protrusions that could snag on clothing. Fixed sights were typical of the period and suited to the pistol’s intended role as a close-range defensive arm rather than a precision target firearm.
Finished in blue with fire blue accents, this example displays the refined craftsmanship that characterized early Colt automatics. The black checkered synthetic grips, marked with the Colt banner and Rampant Colt logo, provide both visual distinction and a secure purchase in the hand. Mechanically, the pistol’s simple blowback operation and single-action trigger system emphasized reliability and straightforward function. Overall, the Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type II exemplifies Colt’s early commitment to compact, reliable self-loading pistols, standing today as both a functional firearm and a significant artifact of early defensive handgun development.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with all contents pictured above.
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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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.
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1159371027 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-15 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1782.76 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-15 17:06:12 |





