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Dec 17, 2020 · Colt Pistols and Revolvers for Firearms Collectors - Police Positive - Production Information Colt Automatic Pistols is dedicated to collectors and enthusiasts of military and …

Jul 6, 2023 · There was a discussion in the Colt Revolver Forum about a Colt Anaconda box for a revolver in 45 Colt caliber. It didn't take long for the thread to get sidetracked into a debate …

May 24, 2023 · Interesting, short vid comparing the Colt and Tisas 1911 internals. Thoughts?

May 19, 2022 · The Colt Police Positive Special Today we are looking into the Colt Police Positive Special and its variations and how to date your personal Colt PPS. This revolver was a …

Jul 28, 2010 · Colt (commercial and US/foreign gov't contract from 1911 to present day) Coonan (loose copy of the 1911 mostly chambered in .357 Magnum) Cosaint Arms Chiappa (.22LR …

Jul 4, 2020 · Here's a simplified reference guide to figure out which frame your Colt revolver has. This is useful for finding spare parts or purchasing grips that will fit your gun. I'm not sure if a …

Dec 19, 2023 · The most common Colt mis-time situation is the hammer cocks before the bolt drops into the lock notch. (Hammer is cocked, but cylinder isn't locked). In this condition, with …

Aug 6, 2013 · Colt's response was to quietly replace the Enhanced line in 1998 with the new XS series, which added a proper beavertail grip safety, proprietary wedge-style rear sight (by …

Feb 16, 2025 · Colt is in the business of selling guns, not parts. Early in their history Springfield Armory sold 1911 frames and U-build kits, but they stopped once their complete guns began …