Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Pocket Pistol Letter
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Original/Reproduction: Original (Matching) with colt letter and original papers from box.
Availability: In-stock
Manufacturer: Colt
Date Manufactured: 1920
Model: Colt 1908
Serial Number:
Caliber: .25 ACP
Action Type: Automatic blowback action
Barrel Length: 3.4"
Bore: 9/10
Condition: 95%
Magazine: one 8-round magazine
Price: $ 1250
Seller Type: FFL Dealer
Seller ID: MB
Seller Code: 10700
Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Design: Internal striker-fired with no external hammer (hence “hammerless”)
Magazine: 7-round detachable box
Finish: Originally offered in high-polish blued or nickel finishes 95%-97%
Bore: 9.5
Grips: Checkered hard rubber with Colt medallions
Production Years: 1908–1945 (approx. 138,000 units manufactured) Markings: Left slide marked "COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE.380 HAMMERLESS," and often accompanied by the rampant Colt pony logo
Historical Significance: The 1908 gained popularity among military officers and lawmen and civilians because of its dependable nature and compact design which made it suitable for vest pocket or handbag or custom holster use. The pistol served American military officers during both World Wars and private detectives and government agents and notable figures who required both operational capability and stylish design. Some were even privately purchased by high-ranking officials or gifted as presentation pieces, making early serial numbers and mint-condition examples especially sought after by collectors today. Collector's Appeal: The Colt 1908 holds a unique position in firearms history and vintage sidearm collections because of its Art Deco design and its connection to American service history and its innovative Browning mechanism. The value of this pistol depends on its condition along with its serial number and finish status and whether it comes with its original box and manual and factory letter.
Overview: The Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Pocket Pistol represents early twentieth-century American handgun design through its combination of sleek design and dependable operation and refined functionality. The.380 ACP chambered semi-automatic pistol emerged from John M. Browning's design work while maintaining the successful legacy of the Model 1903.32 ACP pistol.
Technical Specifications:
Designer John Moses Browning.
Magazine: 7-round single stack.
Weight: 24 oz (680 g)
Barrel Length 3.75 in (95 mm)
Overall Length: 6.75 in (171 mm)
Sights: Fixed blade and notch.
Safety Features: Thumb safety, grip safety.