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Colt Police Positive Special 3rd Issue

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MSRP:

$665.99

Used Price:

$665.99

Sale Price:

$739.99

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The Police Positive Special, Third Issue, was the post-War version with a ramped front sight, the new cylinder retention system, and a grooved trigger. After the war Colt began assigning letter codes to all pistols. The small frame models were the Colt "D" frame. Barrels were 4", 5", and 6", caliber was .38 Special. It was made from 1947 to 1976. In the 1950's the square butt was changed to a rounded butt, then in 1966 the full grip frame was shortened to the same "stubby" grip frame as used on the other "D" frame models. This Police Positive Special used longer grips that overlapped on the bottom of the short frame to give a full grip.

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Colt Police Positive Special 3rd Issue Specs

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2 Category

Technical Data

Capacity

17+1

Barrel Length

4.60"

Finish

Stainless Steel

Sights

Front Blade

Gun Type

Revolver

How much is a Colt Police Positive Special 3rd Issue worth?

In 2025 a new or used Colt Police Positive Special 3rd Issue value varies depending on supply and demand. In the last 12 months there is great demand for a Colt Police Positive Special 3rd Issue and most handguns. The Price for a Colt Police Positive Special 3rd Issue has increased in cost by $0.00 in 2025 compared to 2024.

Estimated New and Used Values for a Colt Police Positive Special 3rd Issue Values are based on a basic model with no options or colors.

Condition Trade-In Private Party Dealer
New In box $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Excellent $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Very Good $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Good $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Fair $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Poor $0.00 $0.00 N/A

Gun Value Conditions explained:

New in box - 100% condition in unopened box. Excellent - 95%+ condition with or without box.

Very Good - 90% - 95% condition (all parts/finish should be original).

Good - 80-90% condition (all parts/finish should be original).

Fair - 30% - 80% condition, parts, and finish may or may not be original. Must function properly and shoot.

Poor - under 30% condition. Firearm has severe wear and tear, does not function, or is damaged.

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