Description
Colt’s Detective Special was simply a condensed version of the Police Positive and was first introduced in 1927. When it was introduced, the Detective Special was unlike any other concealable weapon available; being a premium swing-out, 6-shot revolver made to accommodate large rounds. Sporting a short-barrel and a rounded butt this class of gun was traditionally popular for use as a concealed weapon by plain-clothes police. As a widely used backup weapon, Colt produced an estimated 1.5 to 2 million Detective Specials from 1927 until production ceased in 1986 with many model variations.
This model is nickel plated.
Specifications
Manufacturer:
Colt
Model:
Detective Special
Calibre:
.38 Special
Firearm Length:
6.7 inches
Barrel Length:
2.1 inches
Color:
Brown
Silver
Origin:
USA
Materials:
Nickel
wood
Initial date of manufacture:
1927
Popular from:
1927 to present1986