^Lot 144 Colt Model 1908 Type III Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol

Colt Model 1908 Type III Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol, #79035, .380 ACP cal., blue finish, checkered hard rubber Colt grips, half-moon blade front sight, "U"-notch rear sight, with one two-tone Colt magazine; base is marked ""CAL. 380/COLT". Includes vintage unmarked brown leather holster with belt clip and green suede lining. Mfg'd 1926. Condition is fine, retaining approx. 90% factory blue, showing light scratching and edge wear along the slide, thinning to the front and backstrap, few freckled spots of patina. Grips show only light handling wear, with crisp detail. Action operates smoothly. Bore is bright with defined rifling. Magazine body shows typical light wear with some areas of mild patina. Holster is very good, showing moderate signs of age and light marks from use; stitching is complete. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R/PPT)