Colt Frames (reference guide) | Colt Forum
Jul 3, 2020 · Here's a simplified reference guide to figure out which frame your Colt revolver has. This is useful for finding spare parts or purchasing grips that will fit your gun. I'm not sure if a post like this exists yet, but I've enjoyed this resource, so …
Revolver frame designations? - Colt Forum
Aug 2, 2005 · Revolver frame designations: D Frame: Agent, Cobra, Diamondback, Police Positive and Special, Viper Detective Special, Commando Special, etc. E/I Frame: Official Police, Officers Model, Python, Trooper.
Framed: Revolver Sizes & What They Mean
Dec 13, 2017 · Starting in 1908, Colt offered their Medium sized revolvers on the E Frame. The E Frame started life as the Colt Army Special, a replacement for the more intricate New Army models. The Army Special was wildly popular with both military and law enforcement personnel, and served as the foundation for Colt’s new line of medium sized revolvers.
Colt Revolver Frame Sizes ???? - The Firing Line Forums
Dec 13, 2014 · Does anyone have a clear understanding of the Colt revolver (Agent, Detective Special, Cobra, Official Police, etc) frame sizes for grips? Occasionally, I've seen grips I'd like to purchase but have no idea what they actually fit (especially the Cobra, Agent, Det. Special) long frame, short frame...!
COLT revolver frame models - Smith & Wesson Forum
Dec 28, 2023 · The Police Positive Special "D" frame was Colt's primary small frame used up until the end of production in 1995. It had a longer frame and cylinder for use with longer cartridges like the .38 Special.
Colt Frame Sizes - Colt Forum
Jan 15, 2011 · What I would like to see are a list of Colt frame sizes matched up to which models are that frame size. I'm still a little foggy on it and would like to see a quick reference. Thanks!
Colt Model Guide - Colt Fever
In 1950, Colt introduced a small frame revolver based on the Detective Special using an aluminum frame. The Cobra and Agent were the worlds first aluminum framed revolvers and would be best sellers for many years.
The Colt 357 I Frame Revolver - Colt Fever
Colt developed a totally new concept: a .357 magnum revolver built on a medium frame. Visit Colt Fever for details. Learn more.
The Colt Trooper E and I Frames Revolver - Colt Fever
The Frame was Colt's standard medium size "E" frame that had been made virtually unchanged since 1908. The only real change was to thicken the top strap to allow extra metal so an adjustable rear sight could be installed. The new revolver was introduced in 1953 and was an immediate success with law enforcement and civilian shooters.
Difference between frames? - The Firing Line Forums
Jul 11, 2014 · Smith and Wesson and Colt revolvers designate their frame sizes with letters. I don't know much about Colt, but I can tell you about Smith and Wesson frames. From smallest to biggest: I/M- itty bitty frames, not in production anymore, most …