*SOLD* 1974 Colt Trooper MKIII .357 Mag Nickel 6" *INCREDIBLE DOUBLE-ACTION COLT*

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:

The Colt Trooper is a medium frame, double-action revolver featuring a six-round cylinder chambered for a .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, .38 Special, and .357 Magnum caliber cartridges. Designed as a less expensive alternative to the upscale Colt .357 and the later Colt Python and Colt King Cobra, it was marketed to law enforcement agencies as well as civilians. In the late 1960s, Colt began to be concerned with a decline in its market share because of price increases brought about by the high labor costs inherent in its manufacturing processes. In response, an entirely new product line of revolvers dubbed the MK III series debuted in 1969. Intended to be the first major advancement of Colt's designs since the beginning of the 20th century, the MK IIIs used a new ‘J’ frame and had no parts interchangeability with older models. 
 
The new revolvers employed a transfer-bar lock work system so that the revolver could fire only if the trigger was deliberately pulled completely to the rear. The springs used in the Mark III internals were also an improvement. Unlike the older flat style, they were coiled and made entirely of corrosion-resistant Stainless steel. The .357 Magnum Trooper was the premier offering of the new product line, featuring a heavy barrel with a solid top rib as well as a shroud that protected the ejection rod. A new ammunition chambering option, the .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, also became available for the first time. The MK III series incorporated a number of models, several of which were updates to existing designs. Classic models included the venerable Colt Official Police chambered in .38 Special as the basic/entry-level offering and the Trooper in .357 Magnum. New members of the lineup included the Lawman, Metropolitan Police, and Border Patrol. The MK III series was discontinued in 1983.
Specifications:

Manufacturer: Colt 
Model: Trooper MKIII
Serial: 43702J
Date of Manufacture: 1974
Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special 
Finish: Nickel 
Barrel Length: 6" Heavy Barrel with Solid Rib
Optics/Sights: Pinned Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear 
Stock/Grips: Target Walnut Grips with Checkering and Gold Colt Medallions 
Action: Double/Single-Action 
Markings: Standard

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