Ok, I need to pick the brains of the Colt fans. I just this hour acquired via a trade, a minty Colt Det. .38 snub, and the serial number range indicates it was manufactured in 1970. My question, its marked on the frame on each side, in what appears to be Police Dep. Letters. On the cylinder latch side, just above the trigger guard, " APD93 ". Opposite side " AP93 ". Excellent condition, either wasn't issued or sat in a desk drawer as there is no holster wear. My first thought is since this gun was bought in mid Maine, 20 years ago, possibly Augusta Maine Police Dept. But, perhaps it was Augusta GA, or Albuquerque NM or another "A" city??? I say possibly another State as the vast majority (but not all), of Maine LEO agencys carried Smith & Wesson in that era.
Any retired LEO's or Colt collectors have a hunch which Police Dept's issued .38 Colt Snubs in 1970??? Thanks in advance!
Any retired LEO's or Colt collectors have a hunch which Police Dept's issued .38 Colt Snubs in 1970??? Thanks in advance!
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