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Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless 380ACP SN:428 MFG:1908

  • Caliber: 380ACP
  • Era: Pre-War
  • Finish: High Polish Blue
  • Serial Number: 428
  • Shipment Type: Commercial
  • Shipped To: Von Lengerke and Antoine
  • Year: 1908

This Colt Pocket Hammerless is a first year example of the 1908.  It was shipped to Von Lengerke and Antoine of Chicago, Illinois on August 10th, 1908 in a 15 gun shipment.  It features Colt's high polish finish with fire blue small parts.  This is considered a Type 2 variation of Colt's model M pistols.  

The Type 2 pistols featured a 4" barrel with separate barrel bushing.  The thumb safety has a retaining screw on the right side.  Grips are the first type hard rubber.