Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this semi-auto pistol today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Type III!
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The Model 1908 was first manufactured in 1908 and is similar to the Model 1903, except for the chambering. The Type IV Model 1908 was chambered for .380 ACP, had 3 3/4" barrels, no barrel bushing, an added magazine safety, and was serialized from 92,894-134,499.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1908 Pocket
Serial: 99662
Date of Manufacture: 1913
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Fully Checkered Walnut with Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless and the Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless were two semi-automatic pistols created by Browning that saw action in World War II. They were similar in design but differed in their chamberings. The Colt 1903 had a 3¾" barrel, was chambered for the .32 ACP, and held eight rounds. The Colt 1908, on the other hand, was chambered for the .380 ACP and held seven rounds.
Model: 1908 Pocket
Serial: 99662
Date of Manufacture: 1913
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Fully Checkered Walnut with Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless and the Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless were two semi-automatic pistols created by Browning that saw action in World War II. They were similar in design but differed in their chamberings. The Colt 1903 had a 3¾" barrel, was chambered for the .32 ACP, and held eight rounds. The Colt 1908, on the other hand, was chambered for the .380 ACP and held seven rounds.
Both pistols were descendants of Browning’s Model 1900 and Model 1902, which included a Military Model that set the stage for what would become the Government Model of 1911. Browning developed the Model 1903 Pocket Hammer as a more compact semi-automatic, which was later replaced by the Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless, also known as Model M.
Neither gun was actually hammerless, as the breech end of the slide concealed the hammer, creating a compact pistol that could be quickly drawn for snag-free presentation. Both pistols featured the first Colt grip safety and a “Slide Lock,” better known today as the thumb safety, that permitted what is known now as “cocked and locked” carry. These pistols were immensely popular and played a significant role in the history of U.S. military firearms.
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.
Neither gun was actually hammerless, as the breech end of the slide concealed the hammer, creating a compact pistol that could be quickly drawn for snag-free presentation. Both pistols featured the first Colt grip safety and a “Slide Lock,” better known today as the thumb safety, that permitted what is known now as “cocked and locked” carry. These pistols were immensely popular and played a significant role in the history of U.S. military firearms.
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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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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