Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt Agent.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Agent
Serial: 112161LW
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Blade Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1961 Colt Agent is a classic lightweight snub-nose revolver that perfectly represents the golden age of American concealed-carry handguns, combining Colt’s renowned revolver craftsmanship with a compact, highly portable design intended for discreet personal defense and off-duty law-enforcement use. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Colt Agent was introduced in the mid-1950s as an even lighter variation of the Colt Cobra, utilizing an aluminum alloy frame built on Colt’s compact D-frame platform while retaining a steel barrel and cylinder for strength and durability. By 1961, the Agent had already established itself as one of the premier lightweight defensive revolvers of its era, appreciated for its combination of concealability, smooth trigger action, and six-shot cylinder capacity—an advantage over many competing compact revolvers that carried only five rounds. Chambered in .38 Special, the 1961 Colt Agent was most commonly produced with a 2-inch barrel, making it exceptionally easy to carry in a pocket, ankle holster, shoulder rig, or concealed belt holster. One of the defining characteristics of early Colt Agents from this period is their slim, unshrouded ejector rod design and lightweight alloy frame, which reduced overall carry weight significantly compared to all-steel revolvers while maintaining the elegant lines and refined fit and finish associated with Colt firearms of the era. The revolver typically featured a polished blued finish, checkered walnut grips with silver Colt medallions, fixed sights, and Colt’s traditional double-action/single-action lockwork, which became famous for its exceptionally smooth trigger pull and finely tuned internal action. Mechanically, the Agent utilized the same precision hand-fitted lockwork found in Colt’s Detective Special and Cobra revolvers, giving it excellent trigger characteristics and reliable operation when properly maintained.
Model: Agent
Serial: 112161LW
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Blade Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1961 Colt Agent is a classic lightweight snub-nose revolver that perfectly represents the golden age of American concealed-carry handguns, combining Colt’s renowned revolver craftsmanship with a compact, highly portable design intended for discreet personal defense and off-duty law-enforcement use. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Colt Agent was introduced in the mid-1950s as an even lighter variation of the Colt Cobra, utilizing an aluminum alloy frame built on Colt’s compact D-frame platform while retaining a steel barrel and cylinder for strength and durability. By 1961, the Agent had already established itself as one of the premier lightweight defensive revolvers of its era, appreciated for its combination of concealability, smooth trigger action, and six-shot cylinder capacity—an advantage over many competing compact revolvers that carried only five rounds. Chambered in .38 Special, the 1961 Colt Agent was most commonly produced with a 2-inch barrel, making it exceptionally easy to carry in a pocket, ankle holster, shoulder rig, or concealed belt holster. One of the defining characteristics of early Colt Agents from this period is their slim, unshrouded ejector rod design and lightweight alloy frame, which reduced overall carry weight significantly compared to all-steel revolvers while maintaining the elegant lines and refined fit and finish associated with Colt firearms of the era. The revolver typically featured a polished blued finish, checkered walnut grips with silver Colt medallions, fixed sights, and Colt’s traditional double-action/single-action lockwork, which became famous for its exceptionally smooth trigger pull and finely tuned internal action. Mechanically, the Agent utilized the same precision hand-fitted lockwork found in Colt’s Detective Special and Cobra revolvers, giving it excellent trigger characteristics and reliable operation when properly maintained.
In practical use, the 1961 Colt Agent became especially popular among plainclothes detectives, undercover officers, military officers, and civilians seeking a lightweight yet capable defensive revolver that could be comfortably carried all day. Shooters appreciated the revolver’s excellent balance, fast handling, and manageable recoil with standard-pressure .38 Special ammunition, while the six-shot capacity gave it a meaningful advantage in a compact defensive package. Although the lightweight frame produced sharper recoil than heavier steel revolvers, the Agent remained highly controllable and developed a loyal following among experienced revolver users. Collectors today especially value early-production examples from the 1950s and early 1960s because they reflect Colt’s classic hand-fitted craftsmanship before later manufacturing cost-cutting measures became more common across the firearms industry. Today, the 1961 Colt Agent is regarded as one of the finest lightweight snub-nose revolvers ever produced, admired for its elegant styling, smooth Colt action, historical law-enforcement association, and enduring reputation as a beautifully crafted American concealed-carry classic.
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.
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/1178687618 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
106 |
