Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this LIMITED PRODUCTION double-action revolver today for a penny start auction; this is the Colt Trooper Mark III!
This Colt Trooper MKIII is a 50th Anniversary edition by the Colt Custom Shop, made in honor of the Buckeye State Sheriffs' Association, limited to 200 pieces.
Don't forget to bid on the special edition matching sister for this set to stay together for future generations of collectors!!! Type item number 1037344431 into the search bar, OR you can click "Seller's other items."
This particular example is part of a two-piece special edition set! This example sports the serial number (#56171L), and the matching pair in the other auction bears the serial number (#57946L)!
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This Colt Trooper MKIII is a 50th Anniversary edition by the Colt Custom Shop, made in honor of the Buckeye State Sheriffs' Association, limited to 200 pieces.
Don't forget to bid on the special edition matching sister for this set to stay together for future generations of collectors!!! Type item number 1037344431 into the search bar, OR you can click "Seller's other items."
This particular example is part of a two-piece special edition set! This example sports the serial number (#56171L), and the matching pair in the other auction bears the serial number (#57946L)!
YOU CAN FIND THE OTHER SPECIAL EDITION MATCHING SISTER EXAMPLE LIVE ON GUNBROKER NOW BY TYPING #1037344431 IN THE SEARCH BAR!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Trooper Mark III
Serial: 56171L
Date of Manufacture: 1980
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 4" Heavy Barrel with Solid Rib
Optics/Sights: Pinned Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Target Grips with Inlaid Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard / The left side of the frame is engraved "Member of Buckeye State Sheriffs' Association," state of Ohio, Buckeye branch, "1 of 200." The left side of the barrel says "1930 FIFTIETH (THE GREAT SEAL OF THE STATE OF OHIO) ANNIVERSARY 1980" with buckeye tree branches at both ends. The right side of the barrel reads "BUCKEYE STATE SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION," with buckeye tree branches at both ends.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Trooper is a medium frame, double-action revolver featuring a six-round cylinder chambered for a .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, .38 Special, and .357 Magnum caliber cartridges. Designed as a less expensive alternative to the upscale Colt .357 and the later Colt Python and Colt King Cobra, it was marketed to law enforcement agencies as well as civilians. In the late 1960s, Colt began to be concerned with a decline in its market share because of price increases brought about by the high labor costs inherent in its manufacturing processes.
In response, a new product line of revolvers dubbed the MK III series debuted in 1969. Intended to be the first major advancement of Colt's designs since the beginning of the 20th century, the MK IIIs used a new ‘J’ frame and had no parts interchangeability with older models. The new revolvers employed a transfer-bar lockwork system so that the revolver could fire only if the trigger was deliberately pulled completely to the rear. The springs used in the Mark III internals were also an improvement. Unlike the older flat style, they were coiled and made entirely of corrosion-resistant Stainless steel. The .357 Magnum Trooper was the premier offering of the new product line, featuring a heavy barrel with a solid top rib as well as a shroud that protected the ejection rod.
A new ammunition chambering option, the .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, also became available for the first time. The MK III series incorporated a number of models, several of which were updates to existing designs. Classic models included the venerable Colt Official Police chambered in .38 Special as the basic/entry-level offering and the Trooper in .357 Magnum. New lineup members included the Lawman, Metropolitan Police, and Border Patrol. The MK III series was discontinued in 1983.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original matching Colt box with a Custom Shop label, paperwork, and walnut presentation case lined in red velvet with matching Buckeye State Sheriffs Association plaque inlaid on the top of the lid, all 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: Trooper Mark III
Serial: 56171L
Date of Manufacture: 1980
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 4" Heavy Barrel with Solid Rib
Optics/Sights: Pinned Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Target Grips with Inlaid Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard / The left side of the frame is engraved "Member of Buckeye State Sheriffs' Association," state of Ohio, Buckeye branch, "1 of 200." The left side of the barrel says "1930 FIFTIETH (THE GREAT SEAL OF THE STATE OF OHIO) ANNIVERSARY 1980" with buckeye tree branches at both ends. The right side of the barrel reads "BUCKEYE STATE SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION," with buckeye tree branches at both ends.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Trooper is a medium frame, double-action revolver featuring a six-round cylinder chambered for a .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, .38 Special, and .357 Magnum caliber cartridges. Designed as a less expensive alternative to the upscale Colt .357 and the later Colt Python and Colt King Cobra, it was marketed to law enforcement agencies as well as civilians. In the late 1960s, Colt began to be concerned with a decline in its market share because of price increases brought about by the high labor costs inherent in its manufacturing processes.
In response, a new product line of revolvers dubbed the MK III series debuted in 1969. Intended to be the first major advancement of Colt's designs since the beginning of the 20th century, the MK IIIs used a new ‘J’ frame and had no parts interchangeability with older models. The new revolvers employed a transfer-bar lockwork system so that the revolver could fire only if the trigger was deliberately pulled completely to the rear. The springs used in the Mark III internals were also an improvement. Unlike the older flat style, they were coiled and made entirely of corrosion-resistant Stainless steel. The .357 Magnum Trooper was the premier offering of the new product line, featuring a heavy barrel with a solid top rib as well as a shroud that protected the ejection rod.
A new ammunition chambering option, the .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, also became available for the first time. The MK III series incorporated a number of models, several of which were updates to existing designs. Classic models included the venerable Colt Official Police chambered in .38 Special as the basic/entry-level offering and the Trooper in .357 Magnum. New lineup members included the Lawman, Metropolitan Police, and Border Patrol. The MK III series was discontinued in 1983.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original matching Colt box with a Custom Shop label, paperwork, and walnut presentation case lined in red velvet with matching Buckeye State Sheriffs Association plaque inlaid on the top of the lid, all 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.
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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