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Colt 1903 .32 ACP

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Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless

The Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless .32 ACP is a small, semi-automatic pistol manufactured by the Colt Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. Approximately 570,000 units were produced from 1903 to 1945 in five different types. Barrel length is 4 inches (102 mm) for Type 1, and 3 3/4 inches (95 mm) for Types 2-5. Overall length is 7 or 6 3/4 inches (178 or 171 mm). Weight is 24 ounces (680 g). Magazine capacity is 8 cartridges. The most common finishes are blued or nickel, but some special finishes were produced including engraved versions and silver and gold plated models. The gun usually sports black checkered hard rubber grips or checkered walnut grips, but a few special order grips were made, including mother-of-pearl and ivory. Sights are fixed. Special features include a serrated slide to prevent slippage, and three safety mechanisms.

Variants

  • Belgian contract model.
  • Dutch contract model.
  • Police marked variations.
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