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DAM1996
Hey everyone,
I’m new to this forum, my grandfather passed away not too long ago and left me a few of his revolvers. One of them was a Colt Police Positive .38 Special, I’m trying to find out what year this gun was manufactured. The serial number on the bottom says “No. A 3966”. Anything useful is highly appreciated.
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That isn't the serial number. Open the cylinder and the serial number is on the frame behind the crane.

The number in your picture is likely an inventory number for a police department or similar.

Check here: Proofhouse
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weagle99 said:
That isn't the serial number. Open the cylinder and the serial number is on the frame behind the crane.
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Gotcha! I’ll check it out when I get home. Thank you.
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When you look it up on Proofhouse, if it;s a .38 Special, look it up as a "Police Positive Special" and not a "Police Positive." They are different revolvers but some have the same serial numbers.
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Welcome to the COLT Forum from the Cradle Of Liberty...Pennsylvania !!


Enjoy Our Community Sir... and yes, try the proof house website once you find the serial number on the frame.
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