Colt ~ Detective Special ~ .38 Special

For sale is a vintage Colt Detective Special .38 Special snub-nose revolver, manufactured in 1961. This classic Second Issue wheel gun is in good condition, sporting a fantastic honest patina that gives it an authentic, veteran law enforcement aesthetic. Equipped with a vintage set of old-school Pachmayr Presentation rubber grips and a trigger pull that is an absolute dream, this revolver looks and feels completely "all-business." Overview Introduced in 1927, the Colt Detective Special is the quintessential American snub-nose revolver, famous for packing six rounds of .38 Special into a compact steel D-frame where its competitors only held five. This 1961 specimen features the exposed ejector rod and narrow front sight blade characteristic of the highly regarded Second Issue era. The addition of the classic Pachmayr Presentation grips provides a fantastic, secure hold and excellent recoil management. Best of all, the hand-fitted action delivers a trigger pull that is an absolute dreambuttery smooth in double-action with a crisp, glass-like break in single-action. Mechanically excellent with that legendary, tight Colt lockup, this is a beautiful mix of history and utility. Key Features Production Year: 1961 (Serial Number 789820)Era: Second Issue (19471972)Capacity: 6-Shot cylinder (chambered in .38 Special)Trigger Action: Exceptional, dream-quality trigger pull. Buttery smooth double-action and an incredibly crisp, light single-action break.Condition: Good condition with an authentic, even patina and minor honest handling wear from its sixty-plus years of history.Grips: Vintage aftermarket Pachmayr Presentation rubber grips, offering superior handling, comfort, and a great retro look.