COLT MODEL 1902 MILITARY AUTOMATIC PISTOL

SERIAL NUMBER 42116 BARREL6" CALIBER .38 COLT AUTO.MANUFACTURED 1919. Introduced by Colt as an improved version of the earlier Model 1902 Sporting model with blue finish, spur hammer, lanyard swivel and a special shorter firing pin to reduce possibility of accidental discharge. A total of approximately 18000 pistols were produced with a very confusing serial number system. Finished in Blue with patent dates and Colt address on left side of slide with Rampant Colt stamped at rear. Frame serial numbered 42116 on right side and slide numbered the same internally. All blue finished magazine marked " CAL. 38 COLT" on base. Checkered black hard rubber grips with Colt spelled out at top and Rampant Colt monogram in center. CONDITION, Very fine with excellent bright bore and pistol retains over 95% bright factory blue on sides with grip straps turning plum. Magazine is excellent to near new and grips are equally fine. Action operates properly and smoothly. C&R