DIAMONDBACK SERIAL NUMBER GUIDE MOVIE
38 Diamondback in the 1968 movie Bullitt. 38 Diamondback in the 1975 movie Brannigan. 20 rounds have been shot thru this pistol.Ĭultural References John Wayne used a 4". Please see our pictures and good luck!Įxcellent Colt Diamondback pistol, one owner and just approx. While most of Colt’s Serpent revolvers are collectible and all appear to be appreciating in value, this could still make for a nice carry revolver today, more than 50 years after it was made. Those familiar with the Python line understand the accuracy these revolvers are capable of, this one should prove to be no different. The Diamondback is essentially a shorter framed Python both in the cylinder and grip frame, sharing similar aesthetic dynamics and is no less striking in appearance and mechanics than its predecessor. The label from the end of the box is detached and approx 90% complete. I would classify the box as in "fair" condition. The box is original but does have a tear and shows handling wear. Approx 20 rounds have ever been fired from this pistol.īox, Paperwork & Accessories: Original box and Styrofoam cradle. The double action trigger is smooth, the single action is crisp. The cylinder locks up with no play on each chamber with the trigger depressed. Mechanics: The action functions correctly.
(See Photo)Īs with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. There is one small blemish on the upper frame just above the barrel on the left side. Overall, this handgun rates in Fine condition. The cylinder has an almost invisible turn-line. Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. īore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. Electric printheads provide smooth consistent print carriage travel, while the pneumatic squeegee pressure regulators create even pressure across the print surface. The grips are rated as fine overall condition. M&R’s most affordable automatic textile screen printing press, the Diamondback E, has all the standard features you would expect to find on higher-end presses at twice the price. The grips are in excellent condition and have virtually no handling wear. Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut panels with gold-colored Colt logo medallions. The rear sight is a flat top, square notched leaf in a base that is adjustable for wind-age and elevation pinned to the top strap. Sights / Optics: The front sight is a finely serrated ramp blade that is integral to the ventilated rib the rib is matte finished for glare reduction.
DIAMONDBACK SERIAL NUMBER GUIDE FULL
The left side plate has Colt’s horse logo, The crane and crane cut have the same serial number, the cut is also marked “LG”.īarrel Length: 2 1/2’” with Full Under-lug & Ventilated Rib 38 SPECIAL CTG.”, the right is marked “COLT’S PT. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “DIAMONDBACK /. Action Type: 6-Shot, Double Action / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder Revolver.