My Officers Model Special (serial no. 7866xx) was probably one of the last ones made (1951 as best I can determine). It makes a wonderful companion to my Smith & Wesson K-38 Masterpiece (Model 14) revolver and I still use both for the roles they were originally intended: Bullseye competition. Some Colt collectors dub the Special disparagingly the "Ugly Duckling" when compared to the Officers Model Match, due to its untapered bull barrel (as opposed to the Match's slightly, but admittedly, more graceful taper).
When compared to my K-38, my Officers Special has a very slightly, lighter sa trigger pull; maybe a half pound difference if that means anything to anyone. I do much prefer the Smith's (and the Officers Match, for that matter) adjustable rear sight to the "Coltmaster" unit that the Special came with.
I installed a set of Python grips on my Special.
After the engagement ends, KyJim, you're in for a very
Special honeymoon.
