Make: Colt
Model: New Pocket
Serial#: 23544
Year of Manufacture: 1904
Caliber: .32 Colt, Short and Long
Action Type: Single/Double Action Swing-Out Cylinder Revolver
Barrel Length: 3 1/2"
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a "U"-notch integral to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The grips are two-piece checkered black hard rubber with "COLT" in oval at their tops. The interior of each panel has "856" hand-scribed (assembly number found on crane and frame). The grips show minor handling wear with a few light marks. The right panel has tool marks around the screw escutcheon. The interior of the left panel has cracking around the screw hole. There are no external chips or cracks. The checkering is well defined. Overall, the grips are in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling. There are infrequent spots of minor erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion the bore rates 8+/10.
Overall Condition: The pistol retains about 75% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning at all edges. There is handling wear in the grip areas. The barrel has finish wear along each side, more notable at the muzzle. There is scattered wear around the outside of the cylinder. There are scattered minor nicks, scuffs and scratches. There is fairly evenly scattered faint surface oxidation. The action shows operational wear. The screw heads are tool marked with strong slots. There are tool marks around most screw heads. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this revolver. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Colt New Pocket .32 Colt is a classic example of early 20th-century revolver design, showcasing Colt's renowned craftsmanship and innovation. Introduced in 1893, the New Pocket revolver was designed for civilian use, offering a compact and easily concealable option for personal protection. Chambered in .32 Colt, this revolver provided adequate stopping power for its time while maintaining manageable recoil.
The Colt New Pocket features a solid frame with a 6-shot cylinder and was available in various barrel lengths, typically around 3 inches, making it suitable for pocket carry. Its double-action mechanism allowed for both rapid fire and precise single-action shooting. The revolver's compact size and reliable performance quickly made it a popular choice among civilians looking for a dependable self-defense weapon.
This model also marked Colt's transition from larger, more cumbersome designs to more practical and portable firearms. The New Pocket revolver's elegant lines and durable construction are a testament to Colt's commitment to quality. Today, the Colt New Pocket .32 Colt is a prized collectible, appreciated for its historical significance and the role it played in the evolution of personal defense handguns. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid!
