Revolver
Object number2011.127.101
Manufacturer
Colt Manufacturing Company
Date1927-1969
MediumCarbon steel; nickel plating; metal; wood
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionColt .38 caliber revolver with wooden grips.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 5 × 1.5 × 11.5 in. (12.7 × 3.8 × 29.2 cm)InscriptionsYellow sticky note that was taped to grip read: "NP0445 / 6-29-05".
MarksStamped below hammer is an image of a horse standing on its hind legs holding two spears.
Stamped on barrel reads: "COLT OFFICIAL / POLICE .38"
To left of trigger guard is stamped a "P" inside an inverted triangle. To right of trigger guard is the number "3".
On inside of chamber is stamped: "T / 550614 / H / 550614"
Circular metal accent on top of grips reads "COLT".
Historical NotesIn 1927, Colt Manufacturing Company began producing their Official Police Revolver specifically targeted for use by law enforcement agencies. It became one of the best selling police firearms of all time and by the 1950s, it exemplified typical peace officer weaponry. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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