Colt pocket pistol book

The following information on pocket pistols and revolver comes from the book of the pistol and revolver by hugh b. The 1903 colt hammerless pocket model unblinking eye. The colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol and variant 1908 sport grip and thumb safeties. Compact, easy to shoot and very accurate at 114 years of age, its way ahead of the current trend toward singlestack concealed carry pistols with rounded frames and slides. Your barrel has the 2line hartford ct address, which is not very common. Designed for concealed carry in either the front or back pocket of your pants, the pocket pistol is a suitable option for those who want to protect themselves andor their family at any. Nov 09, 2017 the next browningdesigned model was the model 1903 hammerless pocket pistol, which became one of colts most successful handguns of the 20th century. It was initially offered with a 4 inch barrel, but that was shortened to 3. It is based on many years of research in the colt factory production and shipping records as well as examination of these pistols over more than sixty years. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii by john w. Brunner in it brunner lists every serial number issued to a general officer and tells you who had it. That seems to be a sort of theme with my collecting as well, as can be seen here. The next browningdesigned model was the model 1903 hammerless pocket pistol, which became one of colts most successful handguns of the 20th century.

But maybe the finest pocket pistol ever made, dates all the way back to 1903. Colt 1903 hammerless general officers pocket pistol. Sell your colt pocket pistol for free today on gunsamerica. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii jan c still luger. Oct 06, 2017 that seems to be a sort of theme with my collecting as well, as can be seen here. Cased colt model 1849 london pocket percussion revolver. The best gun for personal defense is the one you have on you, and these 14 great pocket pistols are easy to carry while all providing enough gun to stop a threat, if needed. Shop colt firearms books and collectibles abebooks. Mechanical of the colt pocket hammerless pistol ebook at. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database.

The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii john w. The colt model 1908 pocket hammerless is a variant. Production of the colt pocket hammerless aka the model m pretty much died at the end of world war two. Colt kept interest in the powerful 10mm round alive with the release of the delta elite back in the 1980s. It was a compact version of the colt model 1902 sporting model pistol. Colt firearms reference books colt automatic pistol. Military contracts ended, and the civilian market was quite weak colt shipped just 2 of the. Some history of colts solid rubber grips the blue book of gun values and pictorial records relate that colts hard rubber grips appeared on thee frame colts army special through 1923 until the checked walnut. Sam colts new model pocket pistols, the story of the 1855 root model revolver. The colt 1911 automatic pistol, its predecessor and variations, a pocket chronology. Brunner the most authoritative publication on the colt pocket hammerless models has been recently reprinted in an improved second edition.

The book of the pistol and revolver is also available to purchase in print the bulk of revolvers and automatic pistols are made in sizes small enough to be carried in the pocketpowerful weapons, but easily concealed and portable. Apr 25, 2012 my favorite vintage pistol has to be the colt model m pocket hammerless also known as the model 1903 in. Dec 18, 2014 replica of a 1908 colt vest pocket pistol. My favorite vintage pistol has to be the colt model m pocket hammerless also known as the model 1903 in. Find great deals on ebay for 1849 pocket colt and colt 1851 navy. Compare 0 barrel blue finished 2nd variation 3 34 long requires bushing 332 extractor cut original. In the world of personal defense, pocket pistols are often called upon to provide effective protection in a package that can be easily carried. This colt manufactured second variation 3 34 long barrel with a. The colt pocket hammerless model 1903 is a very collectible pistol, and a great shooter even by todays standards.

Colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol 10 fun facts. A look back at the colt 1908 vest pocket model n pistol. Colt guns colt 1849 pocket page 1 collectors firearms. This example with its original box is also fitted with pearl grips. A new and much revised version of john brunners previous book on the same subject. Contained within is a detailed historical record of the development and use of these pistols, together with a detailed listing of general officers. Handguns of world war ii, the secondary pistols and revolvers charles. As the gun community becomes more diverse, people are more interested than ever in pocket pistols that are up to snuff. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols by john w. When colt recognized the popularity of the diminutive pistol, they, too, brought it out in 1906 as the 1908 vest pocket, known inside the factory as the model n. In those halcyon days, most folks tucked a neat little breakaction revolver in their waistband or dropped a slim semiauto in their pocket. Shumakers colt s variations of the old model pocket pistol 1848 to 1872 1957. Oct 30, 20 the colt pocket hammerless model 1903 is a very collectible pistol, and a great shooter even by todays standards. This is a vintage original colt model 1908 vest pocket pistol trigger.

The colt 1911 automatic pistol, its predecessor and variations, a pocket chronology by. The kimber micro 9 desert tan lg kimbers micro 9 desert tan lg is an excellent choice whether youre looking for a discreet primary carry weapon or a. Browse and buy a vast selection of colt firearms books and collectibles on. This gun is an 1862 manufactured piece in very good working order with a good bore for its age.

Apr 14, 2016 the colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol and variant 1908 sport grip and thumb safeties. Colts 1903 model m pocket pistols, by gary paul johnston. Sep 21, 20 we think of pocket pistols as a modern invention and part of our expanded concealed carry rights. If youre in the market for the best pocket revolver, naas minirevolver may just be the concealed carry pocket pistol for you north american arms. Shooting illustrated 14 great pocket pistols for personal.

In my book, the colt 1903 hammerless general officers pocket pistol is one of the most exciting new arms to come down the pike. Colt woodsman pocket guide, 8th edition paperback november 20, 2010. The title of this book is colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii leather and it was written by dr. The hammerless reference was not accurate of course, but rather it was a marketing term to call attention to the pistols streamlined profile. Convenient 4 x7 size makes it the most portable and easy to use book on colt firearms ever published. Colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii leather by dr.

Find all the books, read about the author, and more. A pocket pistol is a tool with a narrow focus of purpose and advantage. Jan 25, 2017 a pocket pistol is a tool with a narrow focus of purpose and advantage. A 96 page hard copy of this woodsman guide is available from the author.

Field stripping of the colt pocket hammerless interlocking of the receivers rails with the slide inner grooves barrels ribs interlocking with the receivers locking grooves. Colt model 1849 london pocket percussion revolver colt. Shumakers colts variations of the old model pocket pistol 1848 to 1872 1957. Handguns of world war ii, the secondary pistols and revolvers charles pate. But maybe the finest pocket pistol ever made, dates all. This is a brass frame gun that is new york engraved and silver plated.

The second edition of this book on the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols is profusely illustrated. Delta elite rail 10mm colts venerable delta elite 10mm 1911 is now available as a rail gun. The book of the pistol and revolver is also available to purchase in print. The premier reference on samuel colts 1849 pocket pistols, including the baby. The data in the above table was taken from the colt black powder instruction manual only fffg black powder may be used in these or similar percussion revolvers36 and. It was published by phillips publications and has a total of 240 pages in the book. The approach to what we now call a carry gun was much different a generation ago. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols john w.

If in case you have a colt pocket hammerless pistol, than i am sure youve got a number of books in your house about the pistol. Information is included on the prewoodsman, woodsman sport, woodsman target, woodsman match target, challenger, huntsman, and targetsman. Click the titles in bold below to order your favorite colt books from the coltautos. The colt model 1903 pocket hammer was a shortrecoil, semiautomatic pistol, designed by. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models. This volume is extensively illustrated with many very rare variations of colt pistols all photographed in fine detail for the collector. Now hunters and advanced security operatives have the opportunity to take advantage of their favorite rail mounted pistol lighting. Last month i posted photos of a wellused and muchrepaired m. Instead, they are best used for verycloserange, lastresort defense. What is the value of a colt model 1908 pocket pistol answers. The low capacity and short barrel size of these subcompact pistols make them ill suited to prolonged or longrange engagements. Has a clip that appears to hold 6 shots, clear plastic top, black plastic grips. The colt model 1903 pocket hammer was a shortrecoil, semiautomatic pistol, designed by the american arms designer john browning.

These pistols, while anemic, were sleek and almost art deco in appearance. Feb 09, 20 field stripping of the colt pocket hammerless interlocking of the receivers rails with the slide inner grooves barrels ribs interlocking with the receivers locking grooves. Spring loaded hammerless single action wit read more. This particular edition is in a leather bound format. Blue book pocket guide for colt firearms and values by s. Apr 03, 2018 production of the colt pocket hammerless aka the model m pretty much died at the end of world war two. It looks alright, but the barrel assembly, likely including the cylinder, has been replaced, and the grips too. Pocket pistol was a literal interpretation in the 1900s, and the colt models 1903 and 1908 easily fit in a trouser or jacket pocket.