Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this ultra-rare vintage snubnose revolver package for a penny-start auction, this is a Colt Agent Shrouded in .38 Special w/ 2" Barrel, Factory Shrouded Hammer, Colt Royal Blue Finish, Wood Grips & Matching Original Box.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Agent Shrouded (Factory Hammer Shroud Variant)
Serial: A84148
Model: Agent Shrouded (Factory Hammer Shroud Variant)
Serial: A84148
Date Of Manufacture: 1969
Caliber: .38 Special (.38 Spl)
Finish: Factory Deep Blued Finish w/ Anodized Lightweight Alloy Frame
Barrel Length: 2" Ordnance Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front Sight Blade & Fixed Frame Sight Channel
Stock/Grips: Factory Checkered Walnut Service Grips w/ Silver Rampant Colt Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) 6-Shot Revolver w/ Integrated Factory Hammer Shroud
Markings: Barrel left stamped "AGENT / .38 SPECIAL CTG."; barrel right stamped "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A."; sideplate stamped Rampant Colt emblem; frame cutout stamped "A-84148"; box end-label printed "AGENT REVOLVER / SHROUD / .38 SPECIAL / 2 INCH BBL. / COLT BLUE"; factory warranty paper typed serial "A-84148".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
First introduced in 1955 as a lightweight, short-butt companion to the famous Detective Special and Cobra, the Colt Agent was built around an aluminum alloy "D" frame chassis engineered specifically for deep-cover law enforcement and concealed protective detail operations. Among the rarest and most desirable production variations ever produced by Colt is the factory "Shrouded" Model Agent. Featuring a specialized frame extension housing an integrated factory hammer shroud, this design completely shields the cocking spur to prevent snagging on clothing or pocket linings during a defensive draw—while still allowing full manual single-action cocking via the exposed top serrations. Combined with Colt's iconic 6-shot cylinder capacity, a 2-inch barrel profile, and legendary double-action lockwork, the factory Shrouded Colt Agent stands as a Holy Grail acquisition for snake-gun purists and vintage Colt wheelgun collectors.
This specific example is an authentic, exceptionally rare Colt Agent Shrouded 6-shot revolver chambered in .38 Special, bearing serial number A84148. Outfitted in complete factory original condition, it features a 2-inch barrel, factory deep blued cylinder and barrel finish, black anodized alloy frame, integrated factory hammer shroud, serrated front ramp sight, and checkered walnut grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions. The factory blued finish and anodized frame present in pristine overall condition throughout, displaying razor-sharp roll-marks and deep, mirror-like bluing. Mechanically, the DA/SA action operates with glass-smooth precision, cylinder lockup is rock-solid, and the 2-inch barrel bore is mirror-bright with razor-sharp rifling. Complete in its original factory wood-grain box with matching serialized end-label, typed factory warranty certificate explicitly confirming serial A-84148 and "Colt Agent Shrouded (38 Spec.)" model designation, and Colt warranty literature, this A84148 Agent Shrouded package offers an irreplaceable collector investment setup.
Contents:
Caliber: .38 Special (.38 Spl)
Finish: Factory Deep Blued Finish w/ Anodized Lightweight Alloy Frame
Barrel Length: 2" Ordnance Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front Sight Blade & Fixed Frame Sight Channel
Stock/Grips: Factory Checkered Walnut Service Grips w/ Silver Rampant Colt Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) 6-Shot Revolver w/ Integrated Factory Hammer Shroud
Markings: Barrel left stamped "AGENT / .38 SPECIAL CTG."; barrel right stamped "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A."; sideplate stamped Rampant Colt emblem; frame cutout stamped "A-84148"; box end-label printed "AGENT REVOLVER / SHROUD / .38 SPECIAL / 2 INCH BBL. / COLT BLUE"; factory warranty paper typed serial "A-84148".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
First introduced in 1955 as a lightweight, short-butt companion to the famous Detective Special and Cobra, the Colt Agent was built around an aluminum alloy "D" frame chassis engineered specifically for deep-cover law enforcement and concealed protective detail operations. Among the rarest and most desirable production variations ever produced by Colt is the factory "Shrouded" Model Agent. Featuring a specialized frame extension housing an integrated factory hammer shroud, this design completely shields the cocking spur to prevent snagging on clothing or pocket linings during a defensive draw—while still allowing full manual single-action cocking via the exposed top serrations. Combined with Colt's iconic 6-shot cylinder capacity, a 2-inch barrel profile, and legendary double-action lockwork, the factory Shrouded Colt Agent stands as a Holy Grail acquisition for snake-gun purists and vintage Colt wheelgun collectors.
This specific example is an authentic, exceptionally rare Colt Agent Shrouded 6-shot revolver chambered in .38 Special, bearing serial number A84148. Outfitted in complete factory original condition, it features a 2-inch barrel, factory deep blued cylinder and barrel finish, black anodized alloy frame, integrated factory hammer shroud, serrated front ramp sight, and checkered walnut grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions. The factory blued finish and anodized frame present in pristine overall condition throughout, displaying razor-sharp roll-marks and deep, mirror-like bluing. Mechanically, the DA/SA action operates with glass-smooth precision, cylinder lockup is rock-solid, and the 2-inch barrel bore is mirror-bright with razor-sharp rifling. Complete in its original factory wood-grain box with matching serialized end-label, typed factory warranty certificate explicitly confirming serial A-84148 and "Colt Agent Shrouded (38 Spec.)" model designation, and Colt warranty literature, this A84148 Agent Shrouded package offers an irreplaceable collector investment setup.
Contents:
Original factory wood-grain box with matching serialized end-label, factory warranty card typed to serial A-84148, Colt warranty leaflet, and defensive safety brochure. Revolver and listed factory package items only.
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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