This Old Gun: Colt Official Police Revolver
This "I Have This Old Gun" segment from American Rifleman Television delves into the Colt Official Police revolver. It highlights the revolver as an evolution of the Army Special, featuring a medium frame and double-action lockwork. The description details its original chamberings in .38 Spl. and .41 Long Colt, its capacity of six rounds, and its unshrouded ejector rod. The video touches upon the distinct pre- and post-war production cycles, noting consistent mechanical design and hand-finished bluing from the Hartford factory. Various configurations are mentioned, including different barrel lengths (2", 4", 5", 6"), target variants with adjustable sights, and round or square-butt frames. The Colt Official Police was discontinued in 1969. The description also includes promotional links for the NRA and its publications.









