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Police Positive Special
Double-Action Revolver
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**Colt
Police Positive Special
Double-Action Revolver
4/30/2014 - Firearms and Militaria: Live Salesroom Auction
.38 spl. caliber, 5" barrel, S/N
251687
. Blue finish, hard rubber grips,
1922
date of mfg.
Condition:
Very good condition with an excellent bore. It retains ca 95% original blue finish with some scattered light rust pitting and some loss on the right side of the frame near the hammer from aggressive cleaning.
Sold: $235.00
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