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Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Lawman MK III!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Lawman MK III
Serial: 52666L
Date of Manufacture: 1978-1983
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Ramp Front with Frame Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
By the late 1960s, Colt's revolvers were becoming too expensive and labor-intensive to maintain profitability against competitors. To address this, Colt designed a new action system to replace their old medium-frame revolvers, resulting in the Colt "J" frame, Mark III. This innovative design featured a coil spring mechanism and a revolutionary "transfer bar" ignition system, replacing the old rebounding hammer and safety block system. The transfer bar acted as both a safety feature and the ignition system, ensuring the revolver couldn't fire unless the trigger was deliberately pulled. Colt also incorporated sintered steel technology for internal parts, allowing for faster production and reducing the need for hand-fitting, which made the Mark III the first "machine-fitted" revolver. The new design was simpler, safer, and cheaper to produce, utilizing stainless steel springs and sintered steel parts that were durable and precise, but limited customization options like traditional trigger jobs due to the thin, case-hardened surface of the components.
Model: Lawman MK III
Serial: 52666L
Date of Manufacture: 1978-1983
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Ramp Front with Frame Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
By the late 1960s, Colt's revolvers were becoming too expensive and labor-intensive to maintain profitability against competitors. To address this, Colt designed a new action system to replace their old medium-frame revolvers, resulting in the Colt "J" frame, Mark III. This innovative design featured a coil spring mechanism and a revolutionary "transfer bar" ignition system, replacing the old rebounding hammer and safety block system. The transfer bar acted as both a safety feature and the ignition system, ensuring the revolver couldn't fire unless the trigger was deliberately pulled. Colt also incorporated sintered steel technology for internal parts, allowing for faster production and reducing the need for hand-fitting, which made the Mark III the first "machine-fitted" revolver. The new design was simpler, safer, and cheaper to produce, utilizing stainless steel springs and sintered steel parts that were durable and precise, but limited customization options like traditional trigger jobs due to the thin, case-hardened surface of the components.
The Colt Lawman, part of the Mark III series produced between 1969 and 1983, was a robust medium-frame revolver designed for law enforcement and civilian use. Initially, the Lawman featured fixed sights, a narrow, grooved Service-type hammer, and a grooved trigger. Later models were upgraded with the same wide Target hammer used on the Trooper Mark III, and grips transitioned from narrow Service grips to larger Target grips. The revolver was available in several finishes, including bright blue, bright nickel, and satin electroless nickel, with some models featuring Pachmayr "Signature" rubber grips with Colt medallions, especially in nickel and Coltguard finishes.
Barrel lengths varied between 2 inches and 4 inches, with early production models of the 2-inch Lawman sporting an exposed ejector rod similar to the 4-inch version. However, later production 2-inch models featured a heavy, shrouded ejector rod, giving it a similar appearance to the Detective Special. The 4-inch version retained the exposed ejector rod. The Lawman was chambered in .357 Magnum, making it versatile for both self-defense and law enforcement purposes. Its unique rounded butt on the 2-inch version, along with specialized grips, set it apart from other Colt revolvers, adding to its distinct appeal.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the Colt box (label absent) and all other contents as 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.
Additional Details
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