Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this very desirable semi-automatic pistol today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt Gold Cup National Match .38 Mid Range!
There were three primary versions of the pistol produced, and while they look nearly identical externally, there are some distinct differences between them. The primary distinguishing factors are the barrel hood marking and the barrel bushing/recoil spring plug. Each variation is identified by its unique barrel hood marking. The first variation can be identified with the barrel hood marking:
COLT .38 SPEC. N.M.
This Colt Gold Cup National Match .38 Mid Range is the first variation that was produced in 1961, the first year of production making this a very rare and collectible piece!
The combined following factors makes this example one of the most PHENOMENAL examples of these Rare and Desirable models to surface on the market...
Produced in the First Year Production "1961"
Original Factory Labeled/Serialized Box
Factory Test Fire Target
Phenomenal Condition Status
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There were three primary versions of the pistol produced, and while they look nearly identical externally, there are some distinct differences between them. The primary distinguishing factors are the barrel hood marking and the barrel bushing/recoil spring plug. Each variation is identified by its unique barrel hood marking. The first variation can be identified with the barrel hood marking:
COLT .38 SPEC. N.M.
This Colt Gold Cup National Match .38 Mid Range is the first variation that was produced in 1961, the first year of production making this a very rare and collectible piece!
The combined following factors makes this example one of the most PHENOMENAL examples of these Rare and Desirable models to surface on the market...
Produced in the First Year Production "1961"
Original Factory Labeled/Serialized Box
Factory Test Fire Target
Phenomenal Condition Status
Click here to view our other Live Auctions!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Gold Cup National Match .38 Mid-Range
Serial: 1343-MR
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .38 Special Mid-Range Wadcutter
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Patridge style blade front with Adjustable micrometer click rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered walnut with Colt inlaid medallions
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Gold Cup National Match .38 Special Mid Range semi-automatic pistol was introduced in December 1960 and designed to shoot the .38 Special full wadcutter cartridge. These pistols were designed to equip the civilian target shooter with an out of the box competitive center-fire target pistol. The Gold Cup National Match .38 Special mid-range pistols were produced in tandem with the Gold Cup National Match .45ACP pistols. Both pistols were cataloged together during the production run of the Gold Cup National Match .38 Special Mid Range. Both pistols are virtually identical in appearance with the only option available between the two being an arched serrated mainspring housing.
During production, there were three main variations of the pistol. Later on, during production there was a rear sight change. The exterior appearance of all three pistol variations is almost identical. The main difference is the barrel hood marking and barrel bushing/recoil spring plug on the 1st variation, which is the same as found on the Gold Cup National Match .45ACP pistols. The three variations are identified by barrel hood markings. Features common to all three variations are adjustable rear sight with a 1/8” Patridge front sight, skeletonized and ribbed slide, slanted rear slide serrations, barrel return spring, long-wide-grooved adjustable trigger, serrated flat mainspring housing (arched optional), serrated front grip strap, hammer half cock modification and checkered walnut stocks with gold Rampant Colt medallions. Pistols were finished in a high polish Colt Royal Blue. Pistols were first furnished with the Colt-Accro rear adjustable sight. In 1964, a production order came changing the rear sight to the Colt-Elliason adjustable sight, which became standard until the end of production.
Condition/Contents:
This example is in SUPERB condition, showing no evidence of regular consumer use or handling that we can see. This example will ship with the original matching factory-labeled box, matching factory test fire target, and all paperwork pictured above!
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.
Model: Gold Cup National Match .38 Mid-Range
Serial: 1343-MR
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .38 Special Mid-Range Wadcutter
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Patridge style blade front with Adjustable micrometer click rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered walnut with Colt inlaid medallions
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Gold Cup National Match .38 Special Mid Range semi-automatic pistol was introduced in December 1960 and designed to shoot the .38 Special full wadcutter cartridge. These pistols were designed to equip the civilian target shooter with an out of the box competitive center-fire target pistol. The Gold Cup National Match .38 Special mid-range pistols were produced in tandem with the Gold Cup National Match .45ACP pistols. Both pistols were cataloged together during the production run of the Gold Cup National Match .38 Special Mid Range. Both pistols are virtually identical in appearance with the only option available between the two being an arched serrated mainspring housing.
During production, there were three main variations of the pistol. Later on, during production there was a rear sight change. The exterior appearance of all three pistol variations is almost identical. The main difference is the barrel hood marking and barrel bushing/recoil spring plug on the 1st variation, which is the same as found on the Gold Cup National Match .45ACP pistols. The three variations are identified by barrel hood markings. Features common to all three variations are adjustable rear sight with a 1/8” Patridge front sight, skeletonized and ribbed slide, slanted rear slide serrations, barrel return spring, long-wide-grooved adjustable trigger, serrated flat mainspring housing (arched optional), serrated front grip strap, hammer half cock modification and checkered walnut stocks with gold Rampant Colt medallions. Pistols were finished in a high polish Colt Royal Blue. Pistols were first furnished with the Colt-Accro rear adjustable sight. In 1964, a production order came changing the rear sight to the Colt-Elliason adjustable sight, which became standard until the end of production.
Condition/Contents:
This example is in SUPERB condition, showing no evidence of regular consumer use or handling that we can see. This example will ship with the original matching factory-labeled box, matching factory test fire target, and all paperwork pictured above!
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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