Just bought a classic colt

Winchester_73 · October 18, 2011, 10:07 AM

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Vie...Item=256107394

A great one thats not often seen today. This was the competitor to the legendary S&W K-22. I feel I got it for a good price. It has the full checkered target grips that Colt had on their guns in the 50s. It was on their medium frame. IIRC these were discontinued in the 60s.

Now to see which is better out of this and the K-22 I just got! A 22 duel is in order.

pendennis · October 18, 2011, 10:42 AM

That's a fine looking revolver. I've been looking for one for quite a while.

While your purchase price isn't outright theft, it's a great price!

I own a similar revolver in .38 Special. It's every bit as accurate as my Model 14, and the stocks have a great feel.

Be sure and keep us posted on your results.

aarondhgraham · October 18, 2011, 11:18 AM

They were still this price?

Aarond

Dfariswheel · October 18, 2011, 07:46 PM

If it's in good condition and proper timing and adjustment, the Colt should out shoot the S&W.

From the early 1900's to the end of the use of revolvers in formal NRA type pistol matches the Colt Officer's Models held all the records.
This was due to the "Bank Vault" tight lock up of the Colt when the trigger was pulled and Colt's higher grade barrels.

As always with .22LR firearms, you may need to experiment to find the ammo it "likes" best.

Casimer · October 18, 2011, 09:09 PM

Take care of those grips. You might be surprised at what they're worth.

KyJim · October 18, 2011, 09:21 PM

Congratulations! A fine revolver.

Winchester_73 · October 18, 2011, 10:14 PM

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Take care of those grips. You might be surprised at what they're worth.

Thanks for the tip, but I am aware. They were only on 50s guns AFAIK. I actually agree with you enough that I removed them from my friends first year OMM that went out of time. I sent it back to Colt for him, and put Pachmayrs on it just to be safe. If something happened, they're hard to find AND expensive.

The same friend is waiting on a Colt model 357 being shipped to him with the same grips, and me and him know a guy who has a 1958 Python with the same grips. It would be cool to have them all together, or just the python itself.

A quick story about those full checkered grips

A different friend of mine brought me gun stuff to ebay for him one time with a pair of these grips. At the time, I didn't think much about buying them, and he wants top dollar for all of his stuff. So I put them on for him. They ended up getting only $130 plus shipping which I thought was low for them. The medallions had traces of gold, so they may have been early python grips, but it could have been a chemical on them too I guess. They weren't cracked or chipped but had some light spots from wear with good checkering.

I sold the grips in Feb, and shipped them to Italy. Well apparently Europe has more insane gun laws than I thought, because they rejected them at customs. In July of this year, I got a priority mail package on a day when I wasn't expecting ANYTHING. I opened it, and lo and behold it was the grips, and in the same shape as when I shipped them. 6 mos round trip! I ended up logging into pay pal, looked up the receipt, got the guys email, and he paid for me to ship them registered mail, and he finally got them approx 7 mos after his purchase date! Of course I realized that he had no way to get his money back because his pay pal protection had expired, and of course by then I wanted them and regretted not buying them from my friend. My friend also had the guys money, so I could have got away with it, but you know, I couldn't do that to someone, as it would have always bothered me esp because for a guy in Italy, where would you get those grips? I hoped he didn't have the email for whatever reason because I wasn't sending them to the same address if he was in jail or something but he replied. I then verified his home address, and sent them registered. On the label this time was "wooden handle" instead of "Colt gun grips" and they went through. He was very happy, needless to say. I felt really good about that. Since then, I've had some good fortune myself, and that's how I think it all works, do good and get good in return.

Sevens · October 19, 2011, 02:00 AM

That is a very cool story and I appreciate you sharing it.

These are the kinds of posts and tales I hope to find these days around here, and they seem to be getting more and more difficult to find.

Oh well... I'm sure it's cyclical.

**Mike Irwin** · October 19, 2011, 06:33 AM

I've never cared much for Colt revolvers due to the way the cylinder opens and the shape of the grips.

But, for some reason lately, I've been feeling more and more the urge to get myself an old Colt, maybe a Colt Police Positive Special or something like that.

An OMM would be nice, too...

As for the shipping, some years ago a friend of mine sent me some stuff from Korea, where he was stationed. One of the items was an empty shell from a Bushmaster 25mm gun for my collection. To get it through customs, he labeled the package "brass figurine."

Venom1956 · October 20, 2011, 01:38 AM

My OMM is my favorite gun. I have my grips off and put some Pachmayrs on it and the wood is storage for safe keeping. Sweet gun! Mines crazy accurate I'm jealous I've always wanted to have a OMM vs K-22 Shoot out.

Winchester_73 · October 20, 2011, 11:24 AM

Here is the thread about the K-22 acquisition. It actually looks better in person. The grips # to the gun, and the box is pretty nice too. Approx 1950 manufacture with K130XXX ? Thats off the top of my head.

http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=464543

I think Dfariswheel to be right, preliminarily, but the k-22 could end up having a better feel and trigger which would offset some of the OMM advantage.

Should be interesting. Too bad I'm not the best shot, I might be too embarassed to post a range report for the revolvers!

Venom1956 · October 20, 2011, 08:41 PM

You gotta now! man you got a steal on that OMM IMHO im jealous. If it locks up like mine you'll be golden. I'd like to get a K-22 and the new SP-101 so I can give my OMM a break I shoot it far to much and it makes me feel so guilty.

vanfunk · October 23, 2011, 09:10 AM

Nice score! I just bought an OM .22 off of Gunbroker as well. It's a 1930's vintage model in about the same shape, finish-wise, as yours. Should be delivered on Tuesday, my birthday!

We Colt people need to stick together

Have fun!

Vanfunk

nfafan · October 25, 2011, 12:47 PM

"That is a very cool story and I appreciate you sharing it.

These are the kinds of posts and tales I hope to find these days around here, and they seem to be getting more and more difficult to find.

Oh well... I'm sure it's cyclical."

True that. Far too many tales of:

"there was this girl selling off her dead dad's guns and I got a mint Python for $50.00 and two single-action-armys for 25.00 each and a loaded Arisaka complete with cover and aircraft sights for $50.00!! and a yadda yadda"

Yeah, I have that co-worker here...

rclark · October 25, 2011, 05:50 PM

Ahhh man, when I opened the thread I expected to see a 'real' classic Colt peace mak'n hogleg SAA

. Instead I see a funny look'n DA? .22

.

Just ribbing ya.

Enjoy the .22

. Let us know how it shoots!

Winchester_73 · October 26, 2011, 07:46 AM

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Ahhh man, when I opened the thread I expected to see a 'real' classic Colt peace mak'n hogleg SAA . Instead I see a funny look'n DA? .22 . Just ribbing ya.

It seems as though "Colt" and "classic" are synonymous with most people, with many people having their own pick for "classic".

October 18, 2011, 10:07 AM	#1
Winchester_73 Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2008 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 2,863	Just bought a classic colt http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Vie...Item=256107394 A great one thats not often seen today. This was the competitor to the legendary S&W K-22. I feel I got it for a good price. It has the full checkered target grips that Colt had on their guns in the 50s. It was on their medium frame. IIRC these were discontinued in the 60s. Now to see which is better out of this and the K-22 I just got! A 22 duel is in order.

October 18, 2011, 11:18 AM	#3
aarondhgraham Senior Member Join Date: December 1, 2009 Location: Stillwater, OKlahoma Posts: 8,638	Dont ya wish,,, They were still this price? Aarond __________________ Never ever give an enemy the advantage of a verbal threat. Caje: The coward dies a thousand times, the brave only once. Kirby: That's about all it takes, ain't it? Aarond is good,,, Aarond is wise,,, Always trust Aarond! (most of the time) Last edited by aarondhgraham; September 18, 2012 at 05:10 PM.

October 19, 2011, 02:00 AM	#8
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,775	That is a very cool story and I appreciate you sharing it. These are the kinds of posts and tales I hope to find these days around here, and they seem to be getting more and more difficult to find. Oh well... I'm sure it's cyclical. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

October 19, 2011, 06:33 AM	#9
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 14, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,642	I've never cared much for Colt revolvers due to the way the cylinder opens and the shape of the grips. But, for some reason lately, I've been feeling more and more the urge to get myself an old Colt, maybe a Colt Police Positive Special or something like that. An OMM would be nice, too... As for the shipping, some years ago a friend of mine sent me some stuff from Korea, where he was stationed. One of the items was an empty shell from a Bushmaster 25mm gun for my collection. To get it through customs, he labeled the package "brass figurine." __________________ "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.

October 25, 2011, 05:50 PM	#15
rclark Senior Member Join Date: February 12, 2009 Location: Butte, MT Posts: 2,650	Ahhh man, when I opened the thread I expected to see a 'real' classic Colt peace mak'n hogleg SAA . Instead I see a funny look'n DA? .22 . Just ribbing ya. Enjoy the .22 . Let us know how it shoots! __________________ A clinger and deplorable, MAGA, and life NRA member. When guns are outlawed, only outlaws will have guns. Single Action .45 Colt (Sometimes colloquially referred to by its alias as the .45 'Long' Colt or .45LC). Don't leave home without it. That said, the .44Spec is right up their too... but the .45 Colt is still the king.

October 18, 2011, 10:42 AM	#2
pendennis Junior member Join Date: March 18, 2009 Posts: 572	That's a fine looking revolver. I've been looking for one for quite a while. While your purchase price isn't outright theft, it's a great price! I own a similar revolver in .38 Special. It's every bit as accurate as my Model 14, and the stocks have a great feel. Be sure and keep us posted on your results.

October 18, 2011, 07:46 PM	#4
Dfariswheel Senior Member Join Date: May 4, 2001 Posts: 7,561	If it's in good condition and proper timing and adjustment, the Colt should out shoot the S&W. From the early 1900's to the end of the use of revolvers in formal NRA type pistol matches the Colt Officer's Models held all the records. This was due to the "Bank Vault" tight lock up of the Colt when the trigger was pulled and Colt's higher grade barrels. As always with .22LR firearms, you may need to experiment to find the ammo it "likes" best.

October 18, 2011, 09:09 PM	#5
Casimer Senior Member Join Date: April 23, 2007 Location: Pennsylvania, USA Posts: 1,918	Take care of those grips. You might be surprised at what they're worth.

October 18, 2011, 09:21 PM	#6
KyJim Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 2005 Location: The Bluegrass Posts: 9,149	Congratulations! A fine revolver.

October 20, 2011, 01:38 AM	#10
Venom1956 Senior Member Join Date: October 4, 2008 Location: WI Posts: 3,656	My OMM is my favorite gun. I have my grips off and put some Pachmayrs on it and the wood is storage for safe keeping. Sweet gun! Mines crazy accurate I'm jealous I've always wanted to have a OMM vs K-22 Shoot out.

October 20, 2011, 11:24 AM	#11
Winchester_73 Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2008 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 2,863	Here is the thread about the K-22 acquisition. It actually looks better in person. The grips # to the gun, and the box is pretty nice too. Approx 1950 manufacture with K130XXX ? Thats off the top of my head. http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=464543 I think Dfariswheel to be right, preliminarily, but the k-22 could end up having a better feel and trigger which would offset some of the OMM advantage. Should be interesting. Too bad I'm not the best shot, I might be too embarassed to post a range report for the revolvers!

October 20, 2011, 08:41 PM	#12
Venom1956 Senior Member Join Date: October 4, 2008 Location: WI Posts: 3,656	You gotta now! man you got a steal on that OMM IMHO im jealous. If it locks up like mine you'll be golden. I'd like to get a K-22 and the new SP-101 so I can give my OMM a break I shoot it far to much and it makes me feel so guilty.

October 23, 2011, 09:10 AM	#13
vanfunk Senior Member Join Date: June 19, 1999 Posts: 472	Nice score! I just bought an OM .22 off of Gunbroker as well. It's a 1930's vintage model in about the same shape, finish-wise, as yours. Should be delivered on Tuesday, my birthday! We Colt people need to stick together Have fun! Vanfunk

October 25, 2011, 12:47 PM	#14
nfafan Member Join Date: October 12, 2009 Posts: 69	"That is a very cool story and I appreciate you sharing it. These are the kinds of posts and tales I hope to find these days around here, and they seem to be getting more and more difficult to find. Oh well... I'm sure it's cyclical." True that. Far too many tales of: "there was this girl selling off her dead dad's guns and I got a mint Python for $50.00 and two single-action-armys for 25.00 each and a loaded Arisaka complete with cover and aircraft sights for $50.00!! and a yadda yadda" Yeah, I have that co-worker here...