#56 • Boxed Colt Vest Pocket, 25 Caliber Pistol

Part of February Firearms Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $440.00

Status: Sold

Colt model 1908 hammerless semi automatic 25 caliber pistol with original box. Known as the 'vest pocket' model 1908 pistol for its compact size. Manufactured in 1928 based on the serial number 361264. 2 inch barrel has a good bore with clear rifling. The slide has the traditional Colt blueing with some silvering on edges and near the muzzle with some scattered oxidization but . The frame has silvering in areas from age and use but retains some original finish. Stamped with a '1' assembler's mark and 'Triangle/VP" proof mark are stamped on the left side of the trigger guard bow. Left side thumb safety with additional pressure safety on the backstrap. Original case colors on the trigger, pressure safety and thumb safety are faintly visible and heavily worn. Magazine drop is located at the base of the pistol grip and includes on magazine that has some oxidization and is tight fitting. Tow piece factory black pistol gripe are checkered with the well known Colt ribbon on the top and embossed with the Rampant Colt at the base. Also includes original Colt box, one magazine and original papers. Serial number: 361264 FFL status: C and R