1926 Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Hammerless .25 ACP Semi Automatic Pistol & Box Our Assessment: The Model 1908 Vest Pocket is a compact, hammerless, striker-fired, semi-automatic single action pistol. MANUFACTURED by the Colt's Manufacturing Company from 1908 to 1948, it was marketed as a small concealable firearm, which could be easily tucked into a gentleman's vest pocket for unobtrusive carry. Created by famed firearms designer John Moses Browning, the Model 1908 followed Browning's earlier European version, the FN Model 1906. This example is in just about as good condition as we have seen. About 97% of its metal finish remains with some flecks of minor oxidation and vibrant case color in the controls. The bore is solid and the mechanics are strong. This a cute little pistol that can be carried just about anywhere, and is perfect for concealed carry or to round out an early Colt semi-automatic collection. Please see our photos and good luck in your bidding!
Make: Colt
Model: 1908 Hammerless
Serial Number: 353010
Year of Manufacture: 1926 (Colt Serial Lookup)
Caliber: .25 ACP (6.35mm Browning)
Action Type: Striker-Fired Semi-Auto Pistol fed by Detachable Magazine
Barrel Length: 2 1/8"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade integral to the slide inside the sighting groove above the muzzle. The rear sight is a square notch at the rear of the slide's sighting groove. The sighting groove has fine serrations to help reduce glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are Type IV two-piece checkered walnut with silver-colored Colt medallions at their tops. The grips have no notable wear or damage, just a few scattered light marks. There is some very light verdigris on the grip screw escutcheons. The checkering is sharp. Overall, the grips are in excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue & Case Color accents
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright, the rifling is well-defined. There is some persistent fouling and light erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion, this bore rates an 8 or 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 97% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows a few speckles of surface oxidation and light handling marks. The screw head is sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Fine Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol has a slide locking safety, a grip safety and the magazine disconnect added to this model after 1917. We did not fire this firearm. We have cleaned this firearm and performed a mechanic's check but expect many will want to clean the firearm again depending on their standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This handgun comes with a black cardboard box with Colt label and one (1) 6-round magazine with intact feed lips and strong follower spring.
CA LEGAL: C&R: YES, CA PPT: YES
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