Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction…this is the Colt Army Special!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Army Special
Serial: 445853
Date of Manufacture: 1920
Caliber: .32-20 W.C.F
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Integral Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic with Colt Logo
Action: Double-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Army Special in .32-20 W.C.F. with a 5-inch barrel is a classic example of early 20th-century Colt revolver design, combining rugged utility with the refined mechanics that would define Colt's revolver lineage for decades. Introduced in 1908 as a replacement for the aging New Army & Navy series, the Army Special was built on the medium-sized "E" frame, a design that would later serve as the foundation for iconic models like the Official Police and ultimately the Colt Python. This particular revolver features a blued finish, checkered black synthetic grips bearing the Colt logo, and a simple yet functional blade front sight with integral rear notch, typical of service revolvers from the period. Chambered in .32-20 Winchester Center Fire, it was well-suited for small game hunting, target shooting, and even police work, offering a balanced blend of power and manageable recoil.
Model: Army Special
Serial: 445853
Date of Manufacture: 1920
Caliber: .32-20 W.C.F
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Integral Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic with Colt Logo
Action: Double-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Army Special in .32-20 W.C.F. with a 5-inch barrel is a classic example of early 20th-century Colt revolver design, combining rugged utility with the refined mechanics that would define Colt's revolver lineage for decades. Introduced in 1908 as a replacement for the aging New Army & Navy series, the Army Special was built on the medium-sized "E" frame, a design that would later serve as the foundation for iconic models like the Official Police and ultimately the Colt Python. This particular revolver features a blued finish, checkered black synthetic grips bearing the Colt logo, and a simple yet functional blade front sight with integral rear notch, typical of service revolvers from the period. Chambered in .32-20 Winchester Center Fire, it was well-suited for small game hunting, target shooting, and even police work, offering a balanced blend of power and manageable recoil.
Mechanically, the Army Special incorporated an improved double-action trigger mechanism derived from Colt's successful New Pocket and New Service lines, giving it smoother operation and more durable internal components compared to its predecessors. The Army Special’s popularity among law enforcement agencies in the early 20th century speaks to its reliability and versatility. Colt produced the Army Special in a range of calibers and barrel lengths, with this 5-inch version offering a good compromise between portability and ballistic performance. Manufactured until 1927, when it was renamed the Official Police to better reflect its actual market—civilian and law enforcement rather than military—the Army Special remains a significant piece of Colt’s revolver legacy and a prized item for collectors of early American handguns.
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
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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.
Additional Details
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