Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this compact semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction…this is the Colt Junior!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Junior
Serial: 39530CC
Date of Manufacture: 1965
Caliber: .25 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Fixed Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Silver Inlaid Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Junior is a compact, semi-automatic pistol chambered in .25 ACP, originally introduced in 1954 as part of Colt’s effort to re-enter the post-World War II pocket pistol market. Designed as a small, easily concealable firearm for personal defense, the Colt Junior was manufactured by Colt in collaboration with the Spanish firearms manufacturer Astra Unceta y Cía. The pistol shares aesthetic elements with earlier Colt designs, including a sleek, streamlined profile and a blue finish that gives it a classic, polished appearance. With a 2.25-inch barrel and an overall length of 4.4 inches, the Junior is small enough to fit comfortably in a vest pocket or carry discreetly as a backup weapon. It is fitted with checkered walnut grips that feature silver-inlaid Colt medallions, providing both a functional and visually appealing design. The pistol uses a fixed blade front sight paired with a fixed notch rear sight, ideal for quick target acquisition at short ranges.
Model: Junior
Serial: 39530CC
Date of Manufacture: 1965
Caliber: .25 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Fixed Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Silver Inlaid Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Junior is a compact, semi-automatic pistol chambered in .25 ACP, originally introduced in 1954 as part of Colt’s effort to re-enter the post-World War II pocket pistol market. Designed as a small, easily concealable firearm for personal defense, the Colt Junior was manufactured by Colt in collaboration with the Spanish firearms manufacturer Astra Unceta y Cía. The pistol shares aesthetic elements with earlier Colt designs, including a sleek, streamlined profile and a blue finish that gives it a classic, polished appearance. With a 2.25-inch barrel and an overall length of 4.4 inches, the Junior is small enough to fit comfortably in a vest pocket or carry discreetly as a backup weapon. It is fitted with checkered walnut grips that feature silver-inlaid Colt medallions, providing both a functional and visually appealing design. The pistol uses a fixed blade front sight paired with a fixed notch rear sight, ideal for quick target acquisition at short ranges.
The Colt Junior operates on a simple blowback action, making it straightforward to operate and maintain. It is a hammer-fired design, with a manual thumb safety for added security. The pistol’s six-round, single-stack magazine is easily released via a push-button magazine catch located at the bottom of the left grip panel. While the Junior lacks the grip safety found on earlier Colt pocket pistols like the Model 1908 Vest Pocket Hammerless, its slim profile and lightweight design (weighing just 13 ounces unloaded) made it an attractive option for those seeking a reliable pocket pistol. Initially manufactured in Spain, Colt’s production of the Junior continued until 1968 when the Gun Control Act of 1968 halted the importation of non-sporting firearms. Production briefly resumed in the early 1970s with components sourced from Spain and assembled in the United States, but Colt ceased production in 1973. Despite its relatively short production run, the Colt Junior remains a notable example of mid-20th-century American pocket pistols, blending Colt’s signature craftsmanship with a compact, reliable design for concealed carry.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with all contents, as shown in the images 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.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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