Colt Officers Match Model
My uncle gave me a Colt Officer's match model (as written on the barrel). It has a 6" tapered barrel, wide hammer spur, checkered walnut "colt" grips, and is .38 Special.
I guess it's made between 1953 (?) and 1969. I'll post the serial if it'll help determine the date.
It's in great shape and shooting it is a joy - I've never fired a handgun with an action this smooth. Actually, it's become my favorite in my "collection".
Any other info? What's the difference between an "Officer's Match" and other models? Oh, and to my knowledge it's all origional.
Thanks once again!
I guess it's made between 1953 (?) and 1969. I'll post the serial if it'll help determine the date.
It's in great shape and shooting it is a joy - I've never fired a handgun with an action this smooth. Actually, it's become my favorite in my "collection".
Any other info? What's the difference between an "Officer's Match" and other models? Oh, and to my knowledge it's all origional.
Thanks once again!
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Mike..... The actual terminology is "Officers Model Match", and it is an outstanding revolver. I carried one years ago when I started in law enforcement back before the change to semi autos.
I now own 2 of these fine guns, one in .38 spl and one in 22LR. They are identical except for caliber. They only made the OMM with 6" barrels. The action is almost identical to the Colt Python, which is the Cadillac of the Colt revolvers. The .38 was made as a target gun for formal matches, hence the name. It also served well as a police handgun.
You will be able to hand that gun down to your kids, as you will probably not be able to wear it out since it is a very robust frame.
Whatever you do, dont sell it.0 -
Laredo Lefty -
yeah - Officers Model Match..
Anyway - thanks for the reply. It's funny you said "whatever you do, don't sell it" - selling it was my initial intention when I first got it. Glad I decided to try it out first. Like I said, it's now my favotite handgun in my collection. A feeling shared by several of my shooting buddies as well.
Nope, not getting rid of this one.
Thanks much for your input and info..0 -
If you care to learn the date of manufacture, post the serial number.
Many folks don't want to post the entire serial number so a couple of x's for the last two digits will get us close enough to find the date of mfg.0 -
Herschel -
Thanks. The SN is 9324xx
Appreciate any info.0 -
ok - another quick question. I just looked them up on the auction section and found a few of these - prices ranging from $350 to $800 - and some of those arent' even in the shape mines in or origional like mine (ie. some have after market grips).
Are they really worth that much? Not selling it regardless, just wondering.0 -
Mike.... Yes, they are worth that much, but usually to Colt collectors.
Both of my OMM's came with the original box, factory test fire target, Colt letter and tool.
Having all these extras with the gun makes a difference to collectors as it increases the value.
Enjoy your gun!!!!!0 -
Manufactured in 1962 according to that Serial Number.....
"Life is FRAGILE!" Handle With Care!0 -
A Colt OMM in good shape without box, etc. is worth maybe $300-$450 depending on how the shoppers are feeling that day. But the real question is what is a family heirloom worth?
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Thanks RancheroPaul.
Ampersand - true - the value of an item depends on the individual.
My uncle paid $150.00 for it about two years ago...0
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