Brownells Gun Techs Keith and Steve are at Rock Island Auction Company to showcase a rare Colt Model 1910 pistol, one of fewer than a dozen ever produced. This historical firearm played a pivotal role in the development of the iconic M1911, featuring a similar grip angle but distinct differences like the absence of a thumb safety and plunger tube, a color case-hardened grip safety, and a slim hammer. The video highlights its excellent condition with significant original bluing, suggesting John Browning's potential involvement in its construction. This FTV episode revisits a previous feature on the elusive Colt Model 1910.
This "From the Vault" video from Brownells Gun Techs explores a rare and experimental Colt Model 1910 pistol at Rock Island Auction Co. Originally chambered in 9.8mm Colt and later converted to .38 Auto, this prototype predates the iconic 1911 and was designed to compete for overseas contracts. The video highlights its more compact design compared to the 1911, its history in military trials, and its eventual discontinuation due to an informal agreement between Colt and FN. It also touches on its influence on the Colt Woodsman and compares its feel to the Spanish Star Model B. Only a handful were built, making this example a significant piece of firearm history.
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