Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this awesome double/single action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt Detective Special (Second Issue)!
-This example also features a Factory Installed Hammer Shroud-
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Detective Special (Second Issue)
Serial: B18974
Date of Manufacture: 1970
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Integral Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grips with Inlaid Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1970 Colt Detective Special is one of the most iconic concealed-carry revolvers ever produced, representing the height of Colt's classic double-action craftsmanship during the company's Golden Age of revolver manufacturing. Built by Colt's Manufacturing Company on the compact D-frame and chambered in .38 Special, the Detective Special was revolutionary for offering a six-shot cylinder in a size where most competing snub-nose revolvers carried only five rounds. The 1970 production examples feature Colt's renowned hand-fitted double-action/single-action lockwork, delivering an exceptionally smooth trigger pull and crisp single-action break, along with a finely polished Royal Blue finish, checkered walnut stocks, fixed sights, and the classic 2-inch barrel that made the revolver ideal for discreet carry. Favored for decades by detectives, plainclothes officers, and armed citizens, the Detective Special earned a reputation for outstanding reliability, accuracy, and refined handling, setting the standard for compact defensive revolvers. Today, a 1970 Colt Detective Special is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for its exceptional craftsmanship, historical significance, and status as one of the finest and most influential snub-nose revolvers ever manufactured.
Contents:
Model: Detective Special (Second Issue)
Serial: B18974
Date of Manufacture: 1970
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Integral Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grips with Inlaid Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1970 Colt Detective Special is one of the most iconic concealed-carry revolvers ever produced, representing the height of Colt's classic double-action craftsmanship during the company's Golden Age of revolver manufacturing. Built by Colt's Manufacturing Company on the compact D-frame and chambered in .38 Special, the Detective Special was revolutionary for offering a six-shot cylinder in a size where most competing snub-nose revolvers carried only five rounds. The 1970 production examples feature Colt's renowned hand-fitted double-action/single-action lockwork, delivering an exceptionally smooth trigger pull and crisp single-action break, along with a finely polished Royal Blue finish, checkered walnut stocks, fixed sights, and the classic 2-inch barrel that made the revolver ideal for discreet carry. Favored for decades by detectives, plainclothes officers, and armed citizens, the Detective Special earned a reputation for outstanding reliability, accuracy, and refined handling, setting the standard for compact defensive revolvers. Today, a 1970 Colt Detective Special is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for its exceptional craftsmanship, historical significance, and status as one of the finest and most influential snub-nose revolvers ever manufactured.
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled Colt box and all other 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.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
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/1188086158 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-19 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1093 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-19 18:11:01 |
