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*SOLD* 1952 Colt Official Police .38 Spl Blue 4" *BEAD BLASTED DUO-TONE FINISH*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis
In 1927, Colt rebranded the Army Special to the Official Police to better reflect its primary users, which included numerous police departments such as the New York City Police and Boston Police, and federal agencies like the FBI and Treasury Department. The Official Police became the standard-issue revolver for law enforcement. They remained highly favored by private guard services, industrial plant guards, and civilian owners seeking a robust and powerful firearm. Colt
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Jun 2nd 2025