Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction this is the Colt M1892.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1892
Serial: 243026
Date of Manufacture: 1905
Caliber: .38 Long Colt
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 4 ½""
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Trench Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Brown Colt Grips
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt M1892 is a historically significant revolver that represents a major transitional step in U.S. military sidearm development, marking the Army’s first general-issue adoption of a double-action, swing-out-cylinder revolver. Developed and manufactured by Colt, the M1892 was introduced as a replacement for older single-action revolvers, reflecting changing tactical doctrines that emphasized faster reloads and greater firepower. Chambered in .38 Long Colt, the revolver featured a six-shot cylinder mounted on a crane that swung out to the left, allowing spent cartridges to be ejected simultaneously using a star extractor—an advanced feature for its time that dramatically improved reloading speed compared to gate-loaded designs. Built on Colt’s medium frame, the M1892 employed a double-action/single-action lockwork that allowed the shooter to fire either by cocking the hammer manually for a lighter trigger pull or by pulling the trigger directly for rapid fire. Early models were equipped with a lanyard ring on the grip frame, reflecting military requirements, along with a smooth wooden grip, fixed front blade sight, and a simple rear notch milled into the frame. While mechanically innovative, the revolver saw criticism during service, particularly regarding the stopping power of the .38 Long Colt cartridge in combat environments such as the Philippine–American War, where it was found lacking against determined adversaries. This criticism ultimately influenced the U.S. military’s renewed interest in larger-caliber handguns, paving the way for later developments. Despite its shortcomings, the Colt M1892 laid critical groundwork for future double-action revolver designs, both military and civilian, and remains an important collector’s piece and historical artifact that illustrates the rapid evolution of handgun technology at the close of the 19th century.
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: 1892
Serial: 243026
Date of Manufacture: 1905
Caliber: .38 Long Colt
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 4 ½""
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Trench Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Brown Colt Grips
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt M1892 is a historically significant revolver that represents a major transitional step in U.S. military sidearm development, marking the Army’s first general-issue adoption of a double-action, swing-out-cylinder revolver. Developed and manufactured by Colt, the M1892 was introduced as a replacement for older single-action revolvers, reflecting changing tactical doctrines that emphasized faster reloads and greater firepower. Chambered in .38 Long Colt, the revolver featured a six-shot cylinder mounted on a crane that swung out to the left, allowing spent cartridges to be ejected simultaneously using a star extractor—an advanced feature for its time that dramatically improved reloading speed compared to gate-loaded designs. Built on Colt’s medium frame, the M1892 employed a double-action/single-action lockwork that allowed the shooter to fire either by cocking the hammer manually for a lighter trigger pull or by pulling the trigger directly for rapid fire. Early models were equipped with a lanyard ring on the grip frame, reflecting military requirements, along with a smooth wooden grip, fixed front blade sight, and a simple rear notch milled into the frame. While mechanically innovative, the revolver saw criticism during service, particularly regarding the stopping power of the .38 Long Colt cartridge in combat environments such as the Philippine–American War, where it was found lacking against determined adversaries. This criticism ultimately influenced the U.S. military’s renewed interest in larger-caliber handguns, paving the way for later developments. Despite its shortcomings, the Colt M1892 laid critical groundwork for future double-action revolver designs, both military and civilian, and remains an important collector’s piece and historical artifact that illustrates the rapid evolution of handgun technology at the close of the 19th century.
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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