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lookin at widow's collection, a colt det. spec. with no serial number, I did not open the cylinder, could the number be there? from what I have researched the colt det. was introduced 1927, the ones that I have seen had serial numbers.

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Yes, the serial number on the frame inside where the crane locks up.

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Originally Posted by texken
lookin at widow's collection, a colt det. spec. with no serial number, I did not open the cylinder, could the number be there? from what I have researched the colt det. was introduced 1927, the ones that I have seen had serial numbers.

Bottom of grip frame?

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great info, thanks to all,Ken

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I've heard that Colt is now making the Detective Special again?

Anyone have a link they could post?

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They aren't making the Detective Special again (to my knowledge), but they are basically making a stainless clone of the Detective Special they're calling the Cobra. It's the same size as the old Detective Special, but the grip frame is slightly different. I have one and like it, but the old Detective Special grips I have won't fit it.


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Thanks!

That's what I was looking for!

GREAT information!

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Originally Posted by jds44
They aren't making the Detective Special again (to my knowledge), but they are basically making a stainless clone of the Detective Special they're calling the Cobra. It's the same size as the old Detective Special, but the grip frame is slightly different. I have one and like it, but the old Detective Special grips I have won't fit it.


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they made the cobra a long time ago, and then followed by the Agent.
very similar to the detective with different metals used.


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Originally Posted by jds44
They aren't making the Detective Special again (to my knowledge), but they are basically making a stainless clone of the Detective Special they're calling the Cobra. It's the same size as the old Detective Special, but the grip frame is slightly different. I have one and like it, but the old Detective Special grips I have won't fit it.


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Ain't the same. New mfg. methods, looks like MIM parts, not sure but wouldn't be surprised.

Get an older one. You'll know what you have.

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Local shop just took in a really nice Colt Detective Special

It looks to be in about 98% condition. No blue wear, and locks up tight, no wear on the wood grips.

$695. I'm thinking I might go back and put some money on it.

I just sold my Sig P 226 and will have money burning a hole in my pocket soon.. (GRIN!)

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Went back yesterday, and checked out the Colt Detective Special again.

It was manufactured in 1971, and locks up tight, no end play. Blue looks to be near 100%

Must have set in a drawer for the last 47 years.

Anyway, I put money down on it, and it's soon to be MINE!

Ended up getting it for $650

Besides, I NEEDED a revolver! Haven't had one in my collection for several years.

One happy old goat here!

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Question;

Will this Colt Detective Special (1971 manufacture) be safe-strong enough for shooting 38 Special plus P ammo?

99% of it's diet will be 148 grain Target Wadcutters.

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Yep, as long as its limited you should be fine.

I've shot plenty of plus p's in them. I wouldn't in a Cobra from that era.

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Thanks Hawk1

The plus P ammo will be used very little, if at all.

Just wanted to make sure, in case I ever need to fire some.

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About 35 years ago I got my first detective badge and along with it came an old skinny-barrel Dick Special. I qualified with it next day and while it shot OK, I kept packing my 4" Speed Six and used the DS as a backup. A couple of months later, myself and a friend were checking deer stands. I had the DS along and we rolled a few walnuts out on a pond that had a skiff of ice on it. We were amazed to discover we could bust a walnut at 30-40 feet if we held carefully and finessed the trigger like any other revolver you were trying to shoot really well.

I've had a soft spot for old-school Detective Specials/Agents ever since.


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I had one. Excellent gun. I miss it

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I feel very lucky to find a Colt Detective Special that is this nice, that's 48 years old.

It looks almost new!

Was going to buy a new Colt Cobra, but found this "old" one just in time! (GRIN!)

I'll see if I can get my Daughter to help me with pictures when I get it payed for, and bring it home.

Might be a few LOOOONG weeks! (GRIN!)

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I'm a huge fan of the Detective Special. Used to have five. I think I'm down to two now, but they are of the classic configuration (one from the 1940s and one from the 1960s), and both look about new. I also like the Police Positive, and have one that looks about as new. Cool guns. I carried a Detective Special as my EDC for a few years.

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