"Peacemaker" Colt Single-Action Army Revolver, serial no. 4519. Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) 1874. Colt Dragoon Percussion Revolver, Third Model, serial no. 13096. Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) 1853.Jul 4, 2023 · His book "Colt: An American Heritage" has ALL known Colt production and serial numbers up to 1985. After 1985, there is no public information, and you have to call Colt. Wilson also publishes a booklet with just the serial and production info. Like. BigG Discussion starter. 1738 posts · Joined 2006. #3 · Mar 2, 2007. Re: Colt Elite Ten/Forty. I would but the price would have to be commensurate. It is serial # 1 and I bought it for w-a-a-y above $430 which I believe is low for the issue price. I bought some plain 45 GMs around that time for around $700 apiece.Colt AR15 and M16 Serial Numbers, 1960-1972. This memo’s been around as a scanned, non-OCR’d .pdf for a long time. We’ve OCR’d the PDF, and double-checked the numbers against the original data. The PDF is here: M16 Serial Number List OCR [.pdf]. he complete text is below this editorial comment. We would add the following remarks: Find historical information on your Colt firearm using our serial number look up search tool. Colt Pistols, Revolvers and rifles are all sought after by serious collectors who value the historical data behind these firearms, our tool helps find that information. If you lose your savings bonds, or if you receive them as an inheritance and you're not sure if they've been redeemed, the U.S. Treasury offers different options for you to track t...Well, I was able to remove the side plate on my 1938 Colt Police Positive 38. Sure enough, the serial number was stamped very clear on the back side of the plate. I will attach a couple of pictures to show the serial number location on the plate. Another question on the above photo of the side plate.Colt Model 1855 Side Hammer “Root” Pocket Revolver. Colt Models 1 and 1A Serial #1-384. Colt Model 2 Serial #476-25000. Colt Model 3 Serial #25001-30000. Colt Model 3A and 4 Serial #1-2400. Colt Model 5 Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 5A Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 6 and 6A Serial #8001-11074.It is challenging to comprehend how to read colt serial numbers without context. The colt serial number range is located on the left side of the barrel, just in front of the handguard. The serial number is a series of letters and numbers that can be used to track the history and production of each gun. The first letter of the serial number ...Mar 21, 2018. #1. This Colt Navy, SN 188807, was manufactured in 1866. It is a middle 4th model, with no SN on the rammer or wedge, which is correct. It has the "New York U.S.A. America" barrel address. It also has a hammer knurling sometimes associated with a London Navy. It retains about 90% cylinder scene, and numbers otherwise match ...Colt AR-15 Serial Number List "Democracy is two wolfs and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch, ... Serial Number 888X, no sear block, raised fences, large pivot hole. (Ive called the Colt Cust Serv number 6x this week and cant get anyone on the line. Keeps saying not taking new calls, CS is answering already waiting clients, please try ...If it is very important to know exact date, pay them and have the gun lettered. az_colt is correct, the GC prebans were '88-'94, you can letter them for date. These are basically a Colt model 723 ,M16A2 carbine ,non-NFA clone. Light, nearly perfect semi AR carbine in the fixed carry handle genre , IMHO.To authenticate a Fendi serial number, one should look at a bag’s certificate of authenticity. If the number on the bag and the one on the certificate match, that is a sign of auth...Colt 1847 Walker 2nd Gen - Rare Five Digit Serial : Black Powder Pistols & Muzzleloader Pistols at GunBroker.com In it they had a picture of a printed sales advert that explained the inconsistency. The document referred to the variants as type 1,2, and 3 type 1 is the 4 digit with no stamp, which would duplicate the original civilian models.NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / September 29, 2020 / Many of us wish to be financially free. We wish to not worry about affording something and having... NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / Se...Colt Serial Numbers – What The Caliber Numbers Mean. The second number in the sequence is the code for the caliber of the gun, and these run from the number ‘4’ to the number ‘9’. The number ‘4’ indicates a caliber between .20 and .32. The number ‘6’ would denote a caliber of .357; there is no number ‘5’ in this caliber ...Colt's Manufacturing Company in September, 1872, and went on assembling No. 1s and 2s as long as they were made; no one knows the total number produced. Colt's 3rd Model derringer was the brain child of F. Alexander Thuer, a veteran gunsmith at Colt, whose percussion revolver alteration is widely known and highly valued by collectors.Oct 30, 2013 · It is within this cultural context that we assess the Colt Model 1903 semi-automatic. It is a typical example of the period’s armament that, even today, fits Gun Digest’s honored definition of “One Good Gun.”. The M-1903 was designed by none other than John M. Browning and is the culmination of a series of pistols launched in 1896. ... low. Showing 1–12 of 33 results. 1; 2 · 3 · →. FIREARMS. PISTOLS · REVOLVERS · RIFLES. CUSTOMER SERVICES. CUSTOM SHOP · SERVICE · FAQ ...The Junior serial numbers have a "CC" prefix, and the guns are marked "Junior" on the slide and "Made in Spain for Colt's" on the frame. Junior .25 serial numbers began at 1CC and ended at 85082CC. The Junior was made in both .25ACP and .22 Short chamberings. Colt even offered a Conversion Unit to convert a .25ACP Junior pistol to .22 Short.Manufacturer/Serial Number/Date Made. Beginning of M1911: 1) Colt: S/N 1 to 3190 = April 16, 1912 to May 31, 1912. 2) Colt: S/N 3190 to 7501 = May 31, 1912 to Oct. 10, …2656 posts · Joined 2018. #5 · Feb 8, 2024. Please post detailed pictures. Have good indirect natural lighting, frame all areas well, and focus carefully. Show every mark. We would love to see the 1851 Navy with serial no. 335 and squareback trigger guard. TheCorsican and victorio1sw. Like.11826 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Sep 23, 2012. There is a Colt 1903 for sale on GB with no serial number on the frame, seller is using the slide serial number. You can change the slide, thus changing the serial number of the Gun. I would think this would be a issue. Wondering if this is going to present a problem for a new owner.COLT. Derringers and Pocket Pistols Conversions Single Action Revolvers Double Action Revolvers Semi -Automatic Pistols Long Guns. Colt Derringers and Pocket Pistols top. Baby Dragoon Pocket Belt Model Paterson No. 2 & 3 Cloverleaf House Model Revolver .41 Derringer: 1st Model Derringer: 2nd Model Derringer: 3rd Model Derringer: 4th ModelEnter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models.The final serial numbers for them were in the 293xxx range. This model is commonly refered to by collectors as the "Model 1895". 1907 is probably pretty close for the year of manufacture. Colt changed the cylinder rotation direction and sideplate location when they went to the Army Special Model in 1908.5418 posts · Joined 2012. #11 · Dec 27, 2020. At various times throughout Colt's whack-a-doodle model changes, they used "SER." before the actual serial number. The serial number starts typically with three letters and then numbers, although I've got some with only two letters as well.Mar 21, 2018. #1. This Colt Navy, SN 188807, was manufactured in 1866. It is a middle 4th model, with no SN on the rammer or wedge, which is correct. It has the "New York U.S.A. America" barrel address. It also has a hammer knurling sometimes associated with a London Navy. It retains about 90% cylinder scene, and numbers otherwise match ...Jun 30, 2009 · Colt Model 1855 Side Hammer “Root” Pocket Revolver. Colt Models 1 and 1A Serial #1-384. Colt Model 2 Serial #476-25000. Colt Model 3 Serial #25001-30000. Colt Model 3A and 4 Serial #1-2400. Colt Model 5 Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 5A Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 6 and 6A Serial #8001-11074. A Colt Serial No. 1 Single Auction Army revolver fetched a world record price of $862,500 to highlight the recent Greg Martin Auction in Las Vegas. SAN FRANCISCO – Although Jan. 18 marked the first time that Greg Martin Auctions held a sale in Las Vegas, it’s unlikely to be the last. Intended to dovetail with the Las Vegas Antique, Sporting ...Mar 25, 2022 ... Colt pocket derringer 4th edition matched pair sequential serial numbers in a presentation case · Comments14.Feb 1944. MT16611. SECOND SERIES WOODSMAN: 1947-1955 (Target, Sport, and Match Target Models Models) DATE. Approximate Serial Number. Nov 1947.Colt Paterson Pocket Percussion Revolver, Fourth Ehlers Model, serial no. 152, with Case and Accessories Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) ca. 1840–43Sep 11, 2019 ... A super rare Colt revolver gets a high appraisal, but Rick still has to put it in an auction in this clip from Season 13, "Four Score and ...If you are a guitar enthusiast or looking to buy or sell a guitar, understanding the value of a guitar is crucial. One important factor that determines the value of a guitar is its...Colt AR-15 Serial Number List "Democracy is two wolfs and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch, ... Serial Number 888X, no sear block, raised fences, large pivot hole. (Ive called the Colt Cust Serv number 6x this week and cant get anyone on the line. Keeps saying not taking new calls, CS is answering already waiting clients, please try ...FJA may be your dad’s initials, but on this gun these are the initials of Colonel Frank J. Atwood, Army Ordnance Inspector 6/15/42-5/31/46. Your frame is a remanufactured Remington Rand or Ithaca frame from a WWII era M1911A1. This frame should have a serial and U.S. Property roll mark on the right side of the frame just above and forward of ...The Colt 1911 serial number is located on the left side of the frame, just above the trigger guard. The serial number is a combination of letters and numbers, and it is typically …Colt AR-15 Rifle. HAMMER & TRIGGER PIN SIZES. Colt is the only AR-15 rifle manufacturer to use both small and large diameter pins in their trigger groups. Most Colt AR-15 rifles manufactured before 1991 and after fall 2009 are probably small pins while rifles manufactured between 1991 and fall 2009 are probably large pins.I won't be much help in dating one of these guns with a serial number above 543000. REQUEST: If you own one of these Colts from WWII production years and have a Colt …Well, I was able to remove the side plate on my 1938 Colt Police Positive 38. Sure enough, the serial number was stamped very clear on the back side of the plate. I will attach a couple of pictures to show the serial number location on the plate. Another question on the above photo of the side plate.According to the book I have, Colt Scouts, Peacemakers & New Frontiers in.22 Caliber by Don Wilkerson serial #'s between 31209K & 35188K were made in 1967, and from 35189K to 40437K were made in 1968. the numbers on the paper work have six digit #'s and must be Colt internal reference #'s as all Scout "k" series revolvers had five digit numeric ...Following the auction, the revolver served as the inspiration for a precise miniature replica by the U.S. Historical Society, Richmond, Virginia, authorized by the Colt company. Each example was stamped 1, as on the full-size original. Provenance: In hands of a retired U.S. Army officer, from 1873 to c. 1920s. Colt First Issue Detective Special revolver, serial number 410592. The easiest way of determine the gun's series is searching for your Colt Detective Special serial number (found on the frame, visible when the cylinder is open) through Colt’s website for free. This will give you a manufacture date that can be applied to the following Issues. These guns have the “classic” look and are cherished by their owners. MKIV/Series 70 Production Information. The Series 70 Government Model Colts were chambered in .45 ACP, .38 Super, 9mm Parabellum and 9mm Steyr (for overseas sales). The Government Model has a 5” barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the Colt medallion.Colt Website Serial Number Manufacture Date Lookup. Just wanted to share should be a significantly more complete database for Colt manufacture dates, by serial number, on the Colt website. It can be …Colt Model 1855 Side Hammer “Root” Pocket Revolver. Colt Models 1 and 1A Serial #1-384. Colt Model 2 Serial #476-25000. Colt Model 3 Serial #25001-30000. Colt Model 3A and 4 Serial #1-2400. Colt Model 5 Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 5A Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 6 and 6A Serial #8001-11074. Finally, BATF has allowed some pre-ban damaged to be replaced with post-ban lowers with numbers outside the ranges given below while retaining the grandfathered status. They will send a letter documenting this and allowing the original manufacturer to proceed with the replacement. Colt ( 800) 962-COLT. Year. Serial Number Range. Pre Ban. Post Ban. Colt Model 1911 Military Shipments 1912-1919. Charles W. Clawson. Collector's Guide to Colt .45 Service Pistols: Models of 1911 and 1911A1 Third Edition. Fort Wayne, IN 46885-5216. Colt 1903 serial numbers. I went looking at a few Colt 1903's today, and have a question about something I noticed on one of them. It had the serial number on the frame, but it didnt have the serial number on the slide in its normal location. It was just blank there. It was a type 4 if that matters.February 17, 2024 by William Taylor. When was my Colt revolver made? Many Colt revolvers can be dated by the serial number, which is usually located on the frame or the butt of the gun. By referencing the serial number against Colt’s manufacturing records, you can determine the year of production for your Colt revolver.Colt Paterson Percussion Revolver, No. 3, Belt Model, Serial no. 156, with Case and Accessories Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) ca. 1838 An exceptionally fine, Colt Model 1851 Navy experimental prototype .40 caliber percussion revolver, serial number 1, one of the rarest guns in Colt collecting. A compelling variety of serial number 1 guns are up for sale in Rock Island Auction Company’s December 9-11 Premier Firearms Auction. Some of these rare guns have been featured in ... 479 posts · Joined 2005. #1 · Feb 1, 2017. When I enter the serial number of my Woodsman (003561S) into the Colt Firearm Serial Number Lookup. I get the following: 1969 WOODSMAN TARGET AND SPORT .22 INCLUDING 2ND/3RD MODEL MATCH TARGET WOODSMAN. 1949 WOODSMAN TARGET AND SPORT .22 INCLUDING 2ND/3RD MODEL MATCH TARGET WOODSMAN.Colt Paterson Pocket Percussion Revolver, Fourth Ehlers Model, serial no. 152, with Case and Accessories Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) ca. 1840–43May 23, 2018 · Colt Website Serial Number Manufacture Date Lookup. Just wanted to share should be a significantly more complete database for Colt manufacture dates, by serial number, on the Colt website. It can be used at the link below. The key here, it to check the stamp on the butt and look for the "US Property" stamp on the bottom of the barrel. Gun number two looks like a Colt commercial New Service. "In general" Colt commercial revolvers had hard, black "Gutta Percha" rubber grips with molded in checkering and Colt logos, up until the late 1920's.It is challenging to comprehend how to read colt serial numbers without context. The colt serial number range is located on the left side of the barrel, just in front of the handguard. The serial number is a series of letters and numbers that can be used to track the history and production of each gun. The first letter of the serial number ...The year/serial numbers under Colt SP series was forwarded to me by an individual whose return address I no longer have. Double asterisk (**) under Bushmaster, a person on the internet e-mailed me that he had a lower that was shipped stripped (thus not a complete rifle) in 1991 from Bushmaster with serial #0327XX - ALWAYS CALL TO VERIFY.I have a 1917 Colt New Service that I have a question in regards to the factory vs Army property serial number. The factory serial number is 207856 and the Army number is 98748 (difference of 109108). From what I have seen from my collection and other examples, the majority of the 1917 Colt New Service revolvers have a spread of approx …The frame has 205181 which makes it 1917 I beleive. Some one said slide the firing pin stop down and it would be behind it. I am not too up on these old Colts. Thanks ! Yours would not have a serial number in that location. The are found on Colt 1911a1 pistols in the 710001 to about the 1139xxx range.Best regards, Satellite. Malysh. 8003 posts · Joined 2005. #5 · Jul 22, 2012 (Edited) Your SP1 carbine with the serial number beginning 135XXX was made in 1981. Colt ended production of this model sometime in 1982. For comparision, my SP1 lower is # 33XXX and was made in 1974. Mine was the full size 20" bbl. rifle.5418 posts · Joined 2012. #11 · Dec 27, 2020. At various times throughout Colt's whack-a-doodle model changes, they used "SER." before the actual serial number. The serial number starts typically with three letters and then numbers, although I've got some with only two letters as well.Hunting a serial killer is, according to experts, a fundamentally different type of detective work than any other type of homicide investigation. For decades the top investigators ...Colt now has a serial number look-up data base on their web site. You plug in the serial number and it will give you a list of guns it could be. Since the data base seems to be a work in progress, many newer models may not be listed.The official Colt Factory records show that the first AR-15 "Comanche" rifles had serial numbers that ran from SP00001 to SP55301. These early rifles were made from 1963 to 1976. Colt considers a number like SP00010 to be a double digit serial number, "IF" you disregard the zeros. In this case you could call it serial number SP10, but the ...Gary W Discussion starter. 237 posts · Joined 2017. #1 · Nov 10, 2018. I have a Colt stamped Lawman MK III it is a snub nose 2" blue 357 mag serial # 01312U. I run it on the serial No. lookup and it comes back unrecognized. I've read the MK III was made from 1969 - 1978. Does anyone have any idea how I can find out what date this was ...Feb 12, 2024 · Thanks to your contributions, there are now 145 serial numbers recorded in the file. -- 61% of the total reported were manufactured in the years 1902 through 1907. -- 58 (or 40%) verified with Colt Archive letters. -- 53% were reported with 4-3/4" barrels, 23% with 7-1/2", and 22% with 5-1/2". Hunting a serial killer is, according to experts, a fundamentally different type of detective work than any other type of homicide investigation. For decades the top investigators ...Colt’s Serial No. 1 Single Action Army, as shown on the cover of the January 2023 issue of American Rifleman (top), was its first production example of the revolver and therefore shows a great ...Colt Paterson Percussion Revolver, No. 3, Belt Model, Serial no. 156, with Case and Accessories Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) ca. 1838A Colt AR-15 serial number is a unique identifier that is assigned to each weapon produced by the manufacturer, Colt. The serial number serves as an essential tool for tracking the ownership of firearms, especially in cases where weapons are stolen or used in criminal activities. The importance of the Colt AR-15 serial number lies in its ...This page is intended as a guide to identify the various Colt manufactured M16 variants and derivatives. This is not a complete list of all variants produced by Colt, and only contains those variants that have appeared in media. Due to the large number of companies that make AR-15 pattern rifles that are nearly indistinguishable from the ...Mar 9, 2023 · Understanding a Colt serial number is essential for identifying and dating a Colt firearm. In order to do this, it’s important to know the difference between a prefix and suffix. A prefix is the first part of the serial number and usually indicates the model of the gun. Sep 11, 2019 ... A super rare Colt revolver gets a high appraisal, but Rick still has to put it in an auction in this clip from Season 13, "Four Score and ...Unique serial numbers were not required of manufacturers before the Gun Control Act of 1968. Starting then, Colt , and many manufacturers, added letter prefixes and suffixes in the serial number mix to accomplish uniqueness. The D frames of that time were assigned a D prefix by Colt and that appears in the charts based on their records.Help identifying specifics on DA 38. I ASSUME it is a Colt New Army circa post-1895 but a lot of the markings have me confused. The cylinder has RAC markings, there is no engraved colt above the left grip, and the butt is shiny/smooth. There is a matching set of numbers all over on the release, crane, and frame.No, Colt assigns serial numbers based on their production process and cannot fulfill requests for specific serial numbers. Do older Colt firearms with no serial numbers hold any value? Yes, older Colt firearms without serial numbers can still hold value as collectors’ items, but their authenticity may be more difficult to verify.Jan 3, 2023 · Currently, Third Generation guns made after Serial No. SA99999 sport serial numbers that begin with an “S” and end with an “A.”. Today, after 150 years, the Single Action Army is still ... Currently, Third Generation guns made after Serial No. SA99999 sport serial numbers that begin with an “S” and end with an “A.”. Today, after 150 years, the Single Action Army is still ... Of these, the Third Model Dragoon serial number 12407 (now in The Hermitage, Saint Petersburg) is actually the mate to the Museum’s pistol, serial number 12406. The gift clearly demonstrated the technical and artistic aspects of Colt’s product, while its patriotic motifs proudly proclaimed its American origin. Most, but not all Colt Single Action Army revolvers chambered for the .44 WCF, were marked on the left sides of their barrels “Colt Frontier Six-Shooter” or “Frontier Six-Shooter.”. No other caliber was so marked. Although the 1st Generation of Colt SAA, Peacemaker, or Frontier Six-Shooter ended in 1940, the public’s fascination with ...However, prior to 1968, serial numbers did not have to be unique, so it is possible (even assured) that there are different models with the same serial number. Look in the Proofhouse charts at Police positive Special and see that they were numbered from 1 to 900101 prior to 1968. Note also that the Police Positive 38 (38 on a 38 frame model ...Title: Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver, serial no. 2. Manufacturer: Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) Date: 1850. Geography: Hartford, …11826 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Sep 23, 2012. There is a Colt 1903 for sale on GB with no serial number on the frame, seller is using the slide serial number. You can change the slide, thus changing the serial number of the Gun. I would think this would be a issue. Wondering if this is going to present a problem for a new owner.You’ve found a gorgeous 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air for sale. If you want to find out as much information about the car before purchasing it, start with the serial number. Here is some ...
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Colt 1908 Vest Pocket .25 ACP serial number 430467 - slide is numbered 340467. According to Colt's Historian, 340467 is recorded as a gun with factory nickel plated finish. The Historian also indicated that there is no notation in the production records regarding the serial number discrepancy between the slide and the frame.May 3, 2013 · I am going to purchase a Colt 1911 .45 pistol from a widow, her husband passed away last year. I am not see the pistol just yet, the document she showed me indicated the serial no. of the pistol to be FA 12XXX. I am not familiar to the Colt 1911 pistol with FA prefixed serial number. I would appreciate if any of you could educate me about such ... These guns have the “classic” look and are cherished by their owners. MKIV/Series 70 Production Information. The Series 70 Government Model Colts were chambered in .45 ACP, .38 Super, 9mm Parabellum and 9mm Steyr (for overseas sales). The Government Model has a 5” barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the Colt medallion.Well, I was able to remove the side plate on my 1938 Colt Police Positive 38. Sure enough, the serial number was stamped very clear on the back side of the plate. I will attach a couple of pictures to show the serial number location on the plate. Another question on the above photo of the side plate. Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless .32 ACP Model M, Type III: This gun was manufactured in 1922. It holds 9 rounds, 8 in the magazine plus 1 in the chamber. The .32 ACP round is also known as the 7.65 mm. The Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless .32 caliber (or 7.65 mm) was manufactured by Colt in Hartford, Ct from 1903 until 1945. Mar 1, 2007 · Like. BigG Discussion starter. 1738 posts · Joined 2006. #3 · Mar 2, 2007. Re: Colt Elite Ten/Forty. I would but the price would have to be commensurate. It is serial # 1 and I bought it for w-a-a-y above $430 which I believe is low for the issue price. I bought some plain 45 GMs around that time for around $700 apiece. Simply go to Colt’s homepage and hover your mouse to the Customer Services tab. Click on Serial Number Lookup and then enter the serial number seen on your Colt. You should note though, that the …Jun 30, 2009 · Colt Model 1855 Side Hammer “Root” Pocket Revolver. Colt Models 1 and 1A Serial #1-384. Colt Model 2 Serial #476-25000. Colt Model 3 Serial #25001-30000. Colt Model 3A and 4 Serial #1-2400. Colt Model 5 Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 5A Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 6 and 6A Serial #8001-11074. Thanks to your contributions, there are now 145 serial numbers recorded in the file. -- 61% of the total reported were manufactured in the years 1902 through 1907. -- 58 (or 40%) verified with Colt Archive letters. -- 53% were reported with 4-3/4" barrels, 23% with 7-1/2", and 22% with 5-1/2".Gun: Commercial Model Manufacturer: Colt’s Mfg. Co. Chambering:.45 ACP Serial No.: C93XXX Manufactured: 1917 Condition: NRA Very Good (Modern Gun Standards) Value: $2,000 to $2,250 In this articleI have a 1917 Colt New Service that I have a question in regards to the factory vs Army property serial number. The factory serial number is 207856 and the Army number is 98748 (difference of 109108). From what I have seen from my collection and other examples, the majority of the 1917 Colt New Service revolvers have a spread of approx …A No.5 Holster model, serial number 951, which had had its barrel cut down to 5 inches. ... This was a feature that the 1851 Navy did not have, and no Colt revolver would have until decades later. The gunsmith appears to have cut the dove tail for the sight though the original decorative scroll engraving surrounding the maker’s mark.Are you 18 or older? If you are not 18 years or older, you are not allowed to visit Gunspot.com.M1917 serial numbers. Buck here's what I have for you: Colt DA .45 on barrel M1917 butt serial number on butt: 122601. No rampant horse and no proof mark. Barrel 3524, frame (near crane and crane): 27633 2. Also 3524 on crane. Patent dates: Aug 5, 1884, June 5, 1900, July 4, 1905 (Dates have been over polished).Colt's Manufacturing Company in September, 1872, and went on assembling No. 1s and 2s as long as they were made; no one knows the total number produced. Colt's 3rd Model derringer was the brain child of F. Alexander Thuer, a veteran gunsmith at Colt, whose percussion revolver alteration is widely known and highly valued by collectors.For anymore then the date, you have to buy a Colt Archive letter. Colt serial numbers are often confusing, especially in the late 40's early 50's. Colt ran the early Officer's Model serials in one range from 1908 to 1927, then started a new range from 1930 to 1969. .38 Officer's Models were in one range, and .22LR models were mixed with …COLT. Derringers and Pocket Pistols Conversions Single Action Revolvers Double Action Revolvers Semi -Automatic Pistols Long Guns. Colt Derringers and Pocket Pistols top. …Understanding a Colt serial number is essential for identifying and dating a Colt firearm. In order to do this, it’s important to know the difference between a prefix and suffix. A prefix is the first part of the serial number and usually indicates the model of the gun.Most, but not all Colt Single Action Army revolvers chambered for the .44 WCF, were marked on the left sides of their barrels “Colt Frontier Six-Shooter” or “Frontier Six-Shooter.”. No other caliber was so marked. Although the 1st Generation of Colt SAA, Peacemaker, or Frontier Six-Shooter ended in 1940, the public’s fascination with ... Colt Paterson Percussion Revolver, No. 3, Belt Model, Serial no. 156, with Case and Accessories Samuel Colt (American, Hartford, Connecticut 1814–1862) ca. 1838 Hondo44. 2523 posts · Joined 2008. #8 · Jan 20, 2014. dogface, Thanks for the list. To add to the list: In 1999 unused 2nd gen serial numbers 74000 to 75999 were used with an SA prefix to build the SAA 125th Anniversary .45 Colt, 5 1/2" guns that were finished and case colored by Doug Turnbull, returned to Colt and shipped out..