Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt Police Positive.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Police Positive
Serial: 405587
Date of Manufacture: 1932
Caliber: .38 Spl
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Frame-Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Brown Synthetic Grips with Colt Monograms
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard / "Lynn Police No 191" on the back strap
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1932 Colt Police Positive is a classic American double-action revolver that exemplifies Colt's reputation for precision craftsmanship and dependable performance during the early 20th century. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Police Positive was built on Colt's compact D-frame and was offered in popular chamberings such as .32 Colt New Police, .32 S&W Long, and .38 Colt New Police (.38 S&W), making it a favored sidearm for law enforcement officers, security personnel, and civilian shooters alike. The revolver features Colt's renowned double-action/single-action lockwork, providing an exceptionally smooth trigger pull, along with fixed sights, a finely polished blued finish, and checkered walnut or hard rubber grips depending on configuration. Its name was derived from Colt's innovative internal "Positive Lock" safety mechanism, which prevented the firing pin from contacting the primer unless the trigger was intentionally pulled, making it one of the safest revolver designs of its time. A 1932 production example represents the mature years of pre-war Colt manufacturing, when meticulous hand-fitting and exceptional finish quality were standard. Today, the 1932 Colt Police Positive is highly sought after by collectors for its historical significance, elegant design, and reputation as one of the finest compact service revolvers of the early 20th century.
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
Serial: 405587
Date of Manufacture: 1932
Caliber: .38 Spl
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Frame-Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Brown Synthetic Grips with Colt Monograms
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard / "Lynn Police No 191" on the back strap
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1932 Colt Police Positive is a classic American double-action revolver that exemplifies Colt's reputation for precision craftsmanship and dependable performance during the early 20th century. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Police Positive was built on Colt's compact D-frame and was offered in popular chamberings such as .32 Colt New Police, .32 S&W Long, and .38 Colt New Police (.38 S&W), making it a favored sidearm for law enforcement officers, security personnel, and civilian shooters alike. The revolver features Colt's renowned double-action/single-action lockwork, providing an exceptionally smooth trigger pull, along with fixed sights, a finely polished blued finish, and checkered walnut or hard rubber grips depending on configuration. Its name was derived from Colt's innovative internal "Positive Lock" safety mechanism, which prevented the firing pin from contacting the primer unless the trigger was intentionally pulled, making it one of the safest revolver designs of its time. A 1932 production example represents the mature years of pre-war Colt manufacturing, when meticulous hand-fitting and exceptional finish quality were standard. Today, the 1932 Colt Police Positive is highly sought after by collectors for its historical significance, elegant design, and reputation as one of the finest compact service revolvers of the early 20th century.
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.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1187956292 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-19 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
280 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-19 18:23:07 |
