Value of colt automatic calibre 25 clip patents aug 25, 1898, value of colt automatic calibre 25 clip patents aug 25, 1898, april 20, 1897, dec 22, 1903, jan 25, 1910. The model 1908 vest pocket is a compact, hammerless, strikerfired, semiautomatic. Value of colt automatic calibre 25 clip patents aug 25, 1898, april 20, 1897, dec 22, 1903, jan 25, 1910. The vz 1922 was produced until 1928, with a total production run of approximately 11,000. Colt quickly brokered a deal with browning and fn to be. Americas leading firearms parts supplier since 1950. Supposedly these were stopped being made in 1946 after about 50,000 were made the serial number looks to be 2xxx, and the finish is 80% blue but kind of scratched up.
Colt quickly brokered a deal with browning and fn to be able to produce the handgun for u. I would like to sell these two and get either a shotgun or another pistol. The 1968 gun control act stopped importation of the junior colt, and this spanishmade pistol was replaced by a. From what i can tell in the nra disassembly book it is probably a colt automatic. Introduced in 1970, it was the sole product of raven arms company, which made over two million of these little pistols before their factory burned down in 1991. It has come to our attention that some of the small pocket automatic pistols marketed by colt in 25 acp between 1957 and 1973 these have serial numbers ending in cc or beginning with od are susceptible to accidental discharge if improperly carried with a round in the chamber and dropped or otherwise carelessly. The exact value of a 1910 colt 22 caliber mini handgun would actually be highly dependent on a number of factors. Colt 1911 m1911 do everything gun manual book guide for. Gun digest colt 1911 assemblydisassembly instructions kindle. These guns are very accurate at distances under 25 ft. A look back at the colt 1908 vest pocket model n pistol. The fn browning of 1906 brownings vest pocket pistol was essentially a miniaturized version of the model 1903 with a striker to ignite the cartridge in place of the hammer used in the earlier design and with no manual safety. The manual thumb operated safety locks the slide in the closed position when engaged.
It is not necessary to remove stocks as all parts of the pistol can be dismounted and assembled with the stocks in place. I believe this one was manufactured between 1914 and 1916. In those halcyon days, most folks tucked a neat little breakaction revolver in their waistband or dropped a slim semiauto in their pocket. Perhaps the most familiar of all of colts firearms, and arguably firearms in general, was the 1911 semiauto pistol. You make assembly and disassembly look way harder that it actually is, i admit the colt. Guns shipped without ejector assembly will be supplied with a ramrod and plunger, typical of the period. The arm must not be cocked when about to be taken apart. Armament began producing modern renditions of the colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol in.
Colt model 1908 vest pocket 25 acp earlier factory instr manual reproduction. May 16, 2017 colt model 1903 pocket hammerless a couple of years ago, u. The video detail is excellent, and everything is explained very thoroughly. Jun 30, 2009 know what your colt firearms are worth with this uptodate 76page. Colt also realized that american retailers were beginning to import this pistol in fairly large quantities. The gun digest book of firearms assembly disassembly, part 1. Colt 25 automatic pistol disassembly manual bitchute. In taking the pistol apart, use no hammer, as dismounting and assembling is quick and easy after a little practice.
Like the browning manuals from last week, i am sharing my collection of colt firearm manuals in the event you buy a gun and dont have a manual there are a lot here, some 46 different pdf manuals, so it may take a second to load. Learn home gun repair and disassembly for the fn model 1906. The model 1908 vest pocket is a compact, hammerless, strikerfired, semi automatic. The colt pocket hammerless model 1903 is a very collectible pistol, and a great shooter even by todays standards. In my book, the writers guide to weapons writers digest books, crime writer and excon i say that in the best way possible les edgerton talks about a gunfight he took part in with a friend. Colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol 10 fun facts.
Sep 01, 2007 pat d aug 25, 1896,april 20, 1897,dec 22, 1903,jan 25, 1910 on the right side should be enscribed. Jul 30, 2014 a 3rd series colt woodsman match target 22 pistol with a 6 inch barrel. In terms of sheer quantity, the raven mp25 qualifies as one of the worlds top handguns ever. It shows in great detail the exact methods for both disassembly and reassembly of not only the basic colt 1911 but also the newer variants.
Made from 19571968 by astra in spain and then colt took up manufacturing in 19691974. Colt 1908 25 acp assemblydisassembly instructions download. Colt 1911 blueprints 18 pages colt 1911 blueprints 18 pages colt all american 2000. Apr 25, 2012 colt also realized that american retailers were beginning to import this pistol in fairly large quantities. Still as popular today as ever, the 1911 style semiautos have been customized more than any other handgun. Phoenix arms then took up raven pistol production, building several million more by 1999. I probably should have loaded them individually, but even doing it this way i still have over 500 posts. The slide may then be drawn forward and barrel can be removed from slide by giving it onequarter turn to the left and permitting it to drop out rearward.
The manuals ive seen either say assembly is the reverse of disassemblywhich aint soor not to disassemble beyond field strippingor to take it to a gunsmith. This area is for discussions on all breeds of colt made semiauto pistols and usgi pistols. The 1931 fabrique nationale fn baby browning pistol is a small blowbackoperated semiautomatic pistol designed by belgiumborn dieudonne saive chambered in. Oct 30, 20 the colt pocket hammerless model 1903 is a very collectible pistol, and a great shooter even by todays standards. There is also a category note that mentions 100 percent as new condition pistols with box, accessories, and original paperwork can sell for double or triple the 98 percent condition value. Light, compact, accurate, and a natural pointer, the colt 1903 pocket auto retrofitted with modern sights remains a great little pistol, but a difficult one to reassemble.
Colt mk iv series 80380 auto pistols instructions manual. Both pistols were chambered for the browninginvented. Styled in the bold tradition of the old west with modern autoloading action. Disassembly assemblytakedown guides from radocycolt and all makes 1911 1911a1 auto pistols covers all makes such as kimber.
Dec 18, 2014 i need a value for colt 25 caliber colts pt. In reality the gun is only semiautomatic, the term automatic. This video should help you disassemble the gun to do a deep cleaning or to. The vz 1922 was the first pistol to carry the nowfamous cz trademark. With right hand give barrel onequarter turn to right.
Colt mustang,32 pocket auto,woodsman,1908 25 acp,1911 series,pony. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. Know what your colt firearms are worth with this uptodate 76page. Has about 95% original nickel finish, just a bit dulled.
In addition to hand guns, colt produced many shotguns, machine guns, and rifles. The colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol and variant 1908 sport grip and thumb safeties. There is also a category note that mentions 100 percent as new condition pistols with box, accessories, and original paperwork. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models. It was designed by frantisek myska as a replacement for the vz 1922, but shows the strong influence of alois. This 25 autoloading pistol was discontinued in 1969. My brother and i already received the rifles but this was his last pistol, that he had gotten for my mother. Colt model automatic 25 acp owners manual reproduction ebay.
They were configured as general officers pistols gops with parkerized finishes and checkered walnut grips, much like the original guns issued to u. To find your serial number you may need your owners manual. The approach to what we now call a carry gun was much different a generation ago. Feb 21, 2020 the 1968 gun control act stopped importation of the junior colt, and this spanishmade pistol was replaced by a. Brown published his book cold war pistols of czechoslovakia, which is also a fine work. Colt 1911 m1911 do everything gun manual book guide for sale. Colt automatic calibre 25 the following values are based on current market values and on percentage of condition overall. Was looking for a book that explains disassembly, assembly, and shooter maintenance, not how to perform factory level maintence. This will send a password reset to your email address on file. Colt model 1903 pocket hammerless a couple of years ago, u. Colt automatic pistol firearms assembly bev fitchetts guns. Colt 25 acp automatic box and paper, mfg 1971 sleight holster wear for sale by stephen rubin on gunsamerica 948674099. Read the instructions, warnings and cautions in this manual carefully before using this firearm. Colt guns colt prewar automatics page 1 collectors.
There is some wear and the stitching has come apart at the top of the holster which can be seen in the pictures. These guides are an essential part of the library of any collector. Pat d aug 25, 1896,april 20, 1897,dec 22, 1903,jan 25, 1910 on the right side should be enscribed. Gun digest colt 1911 assemblydisassembly instructions kindle edition by j. Bore is excellent, and metal has about 90% original blue. What is the value of valor guardian 25 cal chrome handgun. Gun can only be shipped to ffl dealer and seller to pay shipping cost. Jul 15, 2009 in terms of sheer quantity, the raven mp25 qualifies as one of the worlds top handguns ever. Have a look at the manual colt mk iv series 80380 auto pistols instructions manual online for free. Completely updated pricing for colt firearms with new entries and photos.
Colt automatic pistol firearms assembly bev fitchetts. On june 19, 1903 colt began shipping out their new model 1903 pocket hammerless in. My gun was manufactured and imported in 1968 just prior to the ban. If you own a 1911 semi automatic pistol of any brand of manufacture or want. A 3rd series colt woodsman match target 22 pistol with a 6 inch barrel. Its possible to download the document as pdf or print. I would like to acknowledge up front that the primary source for this article is the book know your czechoslovakian pistols, by r. Maybe i should have looked at the book more carefully before ordering. Made in belgium, this is a great gun for concealed carry. Pdf download from the standard catalog of firearms.
What is the value of a jennings 25 auto pistol answers. Colt mustang 32 pocket auto woodsman 1911 series coonan model b cz 27. I didnt take the trigger out or the magazine disconnect safety. Initially, the vest pocket model was equipped with two safeties, a slidelocking manual safety that also. Grasp the pistol in left hand as illustrated, and draw back slide until within 116 of an inch from end of receiver. Be sure to look and see that no cartridge remains in the chamber.
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