Colt Army Special – .38 Special – Double Action Revolver – MFG 1912 – 4.5in

This is a no-reserve penny auction for a Colt Army Special, double-action revolver in .38 special with a 4.5" barrel. Serial number- 339507. Manufactured in 1912 according to Colts website, this Colt Army Special revolver is in good condition for its age and exhibits wear typical of a service pistol from this era. The action on this revolver functions well in double and single mode, and the bore is in great condition considering its era of manufacturing.

This 1912 Colt Army Special is a significant early Colt revolver, marking a key step in the evolution toward the later Official Police model. Though not officially adopted by the military, it was widely used by law enforcement and civilians in the pre-WWI era. A historically important piece, it reflects Colt’s role in shaping American revolvers during the early 20th century.