Colt Army Special Photo Thread

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Colt-SL

Discussion Starter · Nov 10, 2012 (Edited)

I couldn't find a photo thread dedicated specifically to the Army Special. I know how popular they are and how much we love them in all calibers and barrel lengths. So, post 'em if ya got 'em!

This one is a nicely patina'ed 1923 in .38 Special caliber.

Revolver Firearm Gun Trigger Starting pistol

Revolver Firearm Gun Trigger Starting pistol

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Hopalong

· #2 · Nov 10, 2012 (Edited)

I love Army Specials. Here is an early one.

This one is from 1919.

Here's a later model from the 20s.

Here's an early one in 41 Colt.

Here's a spiffy 1920 model that was engraved around 2004.

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Colt-SL

Discussion Starter · #3 · Nov 10, 2012

Good grief Hopalong, what a bunch of junk. HA! Absolutely breathtaking sir; thanks so much for posting!!

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ralph7

· #4 · Nov 10, 2012

Firearm Gun Revolver Trigger Gun accessory

Here is one in .38 special from 1910 that is beautiful to me despite her age-related imperfections.
Still has that nice old fire blue!

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Colt-SL

Discussion Starter · #5 · Nov 10, 2012

ralph7 said:
View attachment 29541

Here is one in .38 special from 1910 that is beautiful to me despite her age-related imperfections.
Still has that nice old fire blue!

Age, schmage, she's gorgeous! Pristine stocks!

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Oyeboten

· #6 · Nov 11, 2012 (Edited)

Gun Revolver Starting pistol Trigger

Gun Revolver Trigger Starting pistol Still life

1913 thereabouts, .38 Special. Appears to be Factory Nickel with a whispy-thin and flaking re-Nickel over it. Nothing seems lost from the re-Nickel, fine detail wise. Hammer Top and Trigger, still Fire Blue.

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Oyeboten

· #7 · Nov 11, 2012

Gun Revolver Firearm Trigger Pink

Circa 1909
.38 Special

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RamblerReb

· #8 · Nov 11, 2012

My '26 with NOPD markings (the markings are hard to see due to my crappy picture, but they're there):

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RamblerReb

· #9 · Nov 11, 2012 (Edited)

1911 .41lc:

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oldedawg

· #10 · Nov 11, 2012 (Edited)

Heres a couple I own.....

Close-up Yellow Brown Eye Material property

Firearm Gun Revolver Trigger Gun accessory

Firearm Gun Revolver Trigger Gun accessory

Gun Firearm Revolver Trigger Starting pistol

The first was born in 1922 (32-20) and the Nick in 1926 (.38 spec)

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1873Bob

· #11 · Nov 11, 2012

My one and only Army Special 38, found its way to Australia. 1924 build. Beautiful shooter.

Firearm Gun Revolver Trigger Gun accessory

Firearm Gun Revolver Trigger Starting pistol

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Hopalong

· #12 · Nov 11, 2012

oldedawg said:
Heres a couple I own..... View attachment 29561 View attachment 29562 View attachment 29563 View attachment 29564 The first was born in 1922 (32-20) and the Nick in 1926 (.38 spec)

Tom, Those are both real beauties! Tim

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Abe Anglin

· #13 · Nov 11, 2012

Here's my little contribution ........ 1926 Detroit PD, 5" Nickel

( I'd like to sell it, I think )

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tarantulakeeper

· #14 · Dec 8, 2012

Here's my two. New to me and both obtained through forum members. John

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thecoltguy

· #15 · Dec 8, 2012 (Edited)

A nickel 5" Army Special in .41 caliber from 1919.

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thecoltguy

· #16 · Dec 8, 2012 (Edited)

A factory engraved .38 caliber Army Special from 1911.

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bmcgilvray

· #17 · Dec 9, 2012

Well...would you look at that!

Neato! Period factory engraving. Nice to see. Good photos too!

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Colt-SL

Discussion Starter · #18 · Dec 9, 2012

Ok thecoltguy; now you're just showin' off! HA! I love it!!

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thecoltguy

· #19 · Oct 26, 2013 (Edited)

ARMY SPECIAL WITH CARVED IVORY STOCKS

This gun belonged to Sheriff Wm. A. MacRae.

Sheriff Wm A. Mac Rae

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Colt-SL

Discussion Starter · #20 · Oct 26, 2013 (Edited by Moderator)

thecoltguy said:
ARMY SPECIAL WITH CARVED IVORY STOCKS

This gun belonged to Sheriff Wm. A. MacRae.

Sheriff: Wm. A. MacRae

Fantastic Cam! Good looking sheriff, Handsome Colt!!

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