Colt Trooper Mk III .357MAG – c1969, FACTORY ORIGINAL NICKEL, MIRROR BORE

Vintage Firearms is pleased to offer Colt’s take on the double action magnum revolver. After the introduction of the Colt Python to widespread acclaim, Colt re-launched the Colt Trooper in 1969 to fill the niche for a medium frame revolver aimed at the Law enforcement market. The .357 Magnum Trooper was the premier offering of the new product line, featuring a heavy barrel with a solid top matted rib as well as a shroud to protect the ejection rod. The Trooper was lighter, handier, and smoother than the Smith & Wesson competition, the internal lock works, springs and pins were stainless steel and hand fitted. This example, serial number 31913U, produced circa 1969, has a 6” barrel with a mirror bore, and comes fitted with Pachmayr grips adorned with gold Colt medallions. It retains 98%+ of its original factory nickel finish with some areas having dulled over the years- most notably on the trigger bow, most of the hammer’s case color remains. Of course, the Trooper has Colts famously smooth and crisp trigger, with this one having a outstanding Double Action and slick Single Action measuring 4.2lbs. In single action there is the slightest amount of take up before a perfect break and zero overtravel- just right! The Colt Trooper MKIII is a classic LEO sidearm, immensely popular before the advent of the wonder nines! Complimenting the famous Colt Snakes this would make a fine addition to any Colt collection. Thanks for looking!