Metropolitan Parks Commission Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless .380 ACP Semi Auto Pistol & LetterOur Assessment: The Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless is a semi-automatic pistol designed by John Browning, and was the 2nd of the Colt concealed hammer models, following the Model 1903. Despite the title ‘Hammerless', the M1903 and M1908 pistols do have a hammer, which is covered and hidden from view under the rear of the slide. This allowed the weapon to be carried in and withdrawn from a pocket quickly and smoothly without snagging. These pistols were popular civilian firearms for much of their life, and also served as United States General Officer pistols from the 1940s until their replacement by the M15 General Officers pistol in the 1970s. This a Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless semi-auto was made in 1913 and is one of the 214 pistols shipped to the Metropolitan Parks Commission in Boston (Poston Police Deaprtment) from 1908 to 1913. This the earliest known police contract for 1908 Model M pistols. The pistol is in Very condition with about 50% of its original blued finish remaining. This model is highly collected and should be of interest to the Colt enthusiasts,. Please see our photos and good luck!
Make: Colt
Model: Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless
Serial Number: 14537
Year of Manufacture: 1913
Caliber:.380 ACP
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless markings. Additionally, the grip safety is factory inscribed "M.P.C. No. 187", number 187 is one of the known examples listed on ColtAutoc.com. The right side of the trigger guard is marked "K" for a factory return, other known examples also have this mark.
Barrel Length:3 3/4"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade that is integral to the slide. The rear sight is a U shaped notch that is dovetailed to the slide.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered hard rubber . The r grips have some scattered light marks and strong checkering. The grips rate in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some light erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 50% of its metal finish. and has scattered spots of oxidation, nicks, scuffs, and scratches. There are areas of finish loss, mostly on the grip frame and edges. There are some scattered little spots of erosion and discoloration from previous oxidation. There are some areas of oxidation.The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included with this pistol is a Colt factory letter and one magazine.
CA LEGALITY:C&R: YES,, CA PPT:NO.
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