A Pair of Ponies.

CajunBass · July 29, 2014, 07:45 AM

Like most of us I suppose, I can't afford the current prices for Pythons and Diamondbacks. Never could really, even when you could walk in and buy a NIB example.

But I will pick up one of the less desired Colts when they show up.

Got this one, a MK III, Official Police, 38 Special, made in 1975 IIRC, a couple of months ago. Sort of a "red-headed stepchild" the MK III's are not as well though of as the other Colts it seems. This one is so nice, I'm not sure it's ever been fired.

And this showed up at the ranch yesterday. Made in 1960, it's a Police Positive Special, in 38 special.

Unfortunately I haven't had an opportunity to shoot either one of them.

highpower3006 · July 29, 2014, 08:53 AM

I always wondered why there was no love amongst Colt collectors for the MIII's. From what I understand, they are a simplified action that on paper should be a bit more robust than the earlier Colt I frame double action revolvers.

I would like to buy more Colts, but around here everyone thinks that any gun with a Colt roll mark is worth a small fortune. I did manage to pick up this Trooper a few months ago for a decent price, but nothing has turned up since.

**Mike Irwin** · July 29, 2014, 11:39 AM

I picked this one up at a gun show a couple of years ago for less than $400. It's a 6" Official Police in .38 Special.

It was my first Colt since I got rid of my Detective Special (stupid!) back in the mid 1990s.

Since then I've added two others, a .32-20 Police Positive Special and a .32 Long Police Positive.

SaxonPig · July 29, 2014, 02:21 PM

I lament that Colt has abandoned the DA revolver market.

Paid $175 for the revolver and $185 for the stocks.

On my way to a gun show one Saturday in 1999 I stopped at a gun shop along the way and paid $325 for this Diamondback. Felt the price was high but condition was near perfect, it was identical to one stolen in 1986, and I wanted it.

Went on down to the show and bagged a twin in 38 Special for $185. A little happier with he price on that one.

Kev · July 29, 2014, 11:41 PM

Can't beat just over 500 for the pair though Saxon!

Hunter0924 · July 30, 2014, 01:01 AM

I love those Colt revolvers.
Beautiful handguns you all have, makes me a bit jealous.

July 29, 2014, 07:45 AM	#1
CajunBass Senior Member Join Date: May 6, 2005 Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia Posts: 4,767	A Pair of Ponies. Like most of us I suppose, I can't afford the current prices for Pythons and Diamondbacks. Never could really, even when you could walk in and buy a NIB example. But I will pick up one of the less desired Colts when they show up. Got this one, a MK III, Official Police, 38 Special, made in 1975 IIRC, a couple of months ago. Sort of a "red-headed stepchild" the MK III's are not as well though of as the other Colts it seems. This one is so nice, I'm not sure it's ever been fired. And this showed up at the ranch yesterday. Made in 1960, it's a Police Positive Special, in 38 special. Unfortunately I haven't had an opportunity to shoot either one of them. __________________ For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 (NKJV)

July 29, 2014, 11:39 AM	#3
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 13, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,389	I picked this one up at a gun show a couple of years ago for less than $400. It's a 6" Official Police in .38 Special. It was my first Colt since I got rid of my Detective Special (stupid!) back in the mid 1990s. Since then I've added two others, a .32-20 Police Positive Special and a .32 Long Police Positive. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

July 29, 2014, 11:41 PM	#5
Kev Senior Member Join Date: May 18, 2013 Posts: 661	Can't beat just over 500 for the pair though Saxon! __________________ "Classic over Plastic"

July 30, 2014, 01:01 AM	#6
Hunter0924 Senior Member Join Date: September 12, 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 472	I love those Colt revolvers. Beautiful handguns you all have, makes me a bit jealous. __________________ My firearms review site. http://rangehot.com/

July 29, 2014, 08:53 AM	#2
highpower3006 Senior Member Join Date: July 30, 2011 Location: Savannah TN Posts: 1,220	I always wondered why there was no love amongst Colt collectors for the MIII's. From what I understand, they are a simplified action that on paper should be a bit more robust than the earlier Colt I frame double action revolvers. I would like to buy more Colts, but around here everyone thinks that any gun with a Colt roll mark is worth a small fortune. I did manage to pick up this Trooper a few months ago for a decent price, but nothing has turned up since.

July 29, 2014, 02:21 PM	#4
SaxonPig Senior Member Join Date: April 24, 2006 Posts: 1,900	I lament that Colt has abandoned the DA revolver market. Paid $175 for the revolver and $185 for the stocks. On my way to a gun show one Saturday in 1999 I stopped at a gun shop along the way and paid $325 for this Diamondback. Felt the price was high but condition was near perfect, it was identical to one stolen in 1986, and I wanted it. Went on down to the show and bagged a twin in 38 Special for $185. A little happier with he price on that one.