Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt Cobra.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Cobra
Serial: 264272LW
Date of Manufacture: 1968
Caliber: .38 Spl.
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Front Ramp with Integral Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic Pachmayr Grips with Medallions and Finger Grooves
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1968 Colt Cobra is a classic American lightweight double-action revolver that is one of the most iconic concealed-carry and detective-style handguns of the postwar era, combining Colt’s renowned revolver craftsmanship with a compact, highly portable design. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Cobra was introduced in 1950 as part of Colt’s “D-frame” revolver family and quickly became popular among law enforcement officers, plainclothes detectives, off-duty police, and civilian concealed-carry users for its reduced weight and excellent handling. By 1968, the Cobra had evolved into a refined and well-established revolver, most commonly chambered in .38 Special and built with a lightweight aluminum alloy frame paired with a steel barrel and cylinder, allowing it to weigh significantly less than all-steel revolvers such as the Colt Detective Special. One of the defining characteristics of the 1968 Colt Cobra is its compact six-shot cylinder capacity, which offered an advantage over many competing small-frame revolvers of the era that held only five rounds. The revolver typically featured a 2-inch barrel in the most common “snub-nose” configuration, though longer-barreled versions were also produced for sporting and service use. It utilized Colt’s traditional double-action/single-action lockwork, widely praised for its exceptionally smooth trigger pull and precise timing when properly maintained. The revolver generally included checkered walnut grips, fixed sights optimized for close-range defensive use, and Colt’s high-polish blued or nickel finishes, reflecting the company’s strong reputation for cosmetic refinement during the 1960s.
Model: Cobra
Serial: 264272LW
Date of Manufacture: 1968
Caliber: .38 Spl.
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Front Ramp with Integral Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic Pachmayr Grips with Medallions and Finger Grooves
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1968 Colt Cobra is a classic American lightweight double-action revolver that is one of the most iconic concealed-carry and detective-style handguns of the postwar era, combining Colt’s renowned revolver craftsmanship with a compact, highly portable design. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Cobra was introduced in 1950 as part of Colt’s “D-frame” revolver family and quickly became popular among law enforcement officers, plainclothes detectives, off-duty police, and civilian concealed-carry users for its reduced weight and excellent handling. By 1968, the Cobra had evolved into a refined and well-established revolver, most commonly chambered in .38 Special and built with a lightweight aluminum alloy frame paired with a steel barrel and cylinder, allowing it to weigh significantly less than all-steel revolvers such as the Colt Detective Special. One of the defining characteristics of the 1968 Colt Cobra is its compact six-shot cylinder capacity, which offered an advantage over many competing small-frame revolvers of the era that held only five rounds. The revolver typically featured a 2-inch barrel in the most common “snub-nose” configuration, though longer-barreled versions were also produced for sporting and service use. It utilized Colt’s traditional double-action/single-action lockwork, widely praised for its exceptionally smooth trigger pull and precise timing when properly maintained. The revolver generally included checkered walnut grips, fixed sights optimized for close-range defensive use, and Colt’s high-polish blued or nickel finishes, reflecting the company’s strong reputation for cosmetic refinement during the 1960s.
In practical use, the 1968 Colt Cobra earned a reputation as an outstanding carry revolver because of its light weight, compact size, and controllable .38 Special chambering. Shooters appreciated the revolver’s balance between concealability and shootability, with the aluminum frame making all-day carry far more comfortable than heavier steel-frame revolvers while still retaining good durability with standard-pressure ammunition. The six-shot capacity also made it particularly appealing for defensive use during an era when compact revolvers often sacrificed capacity for reduced size. Although the lightweight frame increased felt recoil somewhat compared to heavier revolvers, the Cobra remained manageable and highly effective as a personal-defense firearm. Today, original 1960s Colt Cobras are highly collectible, especially examples retaining original finishes, factory grips, and matching serial-numbered components. Enthusiasts and collectors admire the 1968 Colt Cobra for its smooth Colt action, classic snub-nose styling, lightweight construction, and historical significance as one of the finest American concealed-carry revolvers of the mid-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.
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
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1178323631 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
0.01 |
