Colt Official Police Double Action Revolver w/ Commando Barrel .38 Special
SOLD FOR; $1,362.00
LSB#: LSB250114XX001
Make: Colt
Model: Official Police
Serial Number: 687337
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1941-1943 C&R
Caliber: .38 Special
Action Type: Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked with the standard “Colt Commando .38 SPECIAL CTG.” markings. The right side of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.” The Rampant Colt logo is present on the side plate. The front trigger bow is marked “VP”. The but of the revolver is hand-scribed with “US” and “93”
Barrel Length: 2” (Colt Commando Barrel)
Sights: The front sight is a serrated ramp with yellow paint. The rear sight is a square notch milled into the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The revolver is fitted with brown polymer grips with strong checkering. The right grip panel has a chip on the toe, with handling marks and scuffs throughout. The grips remain structurally sound and are in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized with Blued Hammer and Trigger
Finish Originality: Not Original
Bore Condition: The bore is gray with strong rifling and some fouling. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 90%+ of its current finish. There is finish loss on the leading edges, and the ejector rod shows wear with softened knurling. A scratch is present behind the trigger guard on the left side of the frame. The markings are crisp, and the screw heads are sharp. This revolver is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The double-action trigger pull is smooth, and the single-action trigger pull is crisp. The timing and lockup are solid. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: This Colt Official Police revolver, serial number 687337, was manufactured between 1941 and 1943 and has been fitted with a 2-inch Colt Commando barrel. This particular example could have been used in law enforcement or private wartime service, as indicated by its parkerized finish, commonly applied to military and police contracts during World War II.
Despite some finish wear on the leading edges, a chipped grip panel, and a scratch on the frame, the revolver remains in very good condition. The combination of a short Commando barrel, blued hammer and trigger, and a serrated front sight with yellow paint makes for a practical and functional carry revolver of its time.
This revolver is an excellent addition to any Colt collection, particularly for those interested in WWII-era police and military sidearms. If you’ve ever wanted to shoot a Commando but couldn’t bring yourself to “pull the trigger” now’s your chance. Whether as a collectible or for range use, this Colt Official Police revolver remains a historic and well-made piece of American firearms history. So bid high and bid firm. I highly encourage you to take a look at the condition in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
