Colt Viper .38 Special Revolver
DESCRIPTION
COLT VIPER .38 SPECIAL SNAKE GUN Revolver, 4" Barrel, Excellent Condition, Shiny Bore, Tight Action, A handsome six-shot revolver from Colt's celebrated "snake" family, produced during the relatively brief 1977-1984 manufacturing window. It wears a deep, lustrous blued finish across the frame, fluted cylinder, and solid-rib barrel, the latter crisply roll-marked "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A." The checkered walnut grips provide a secure, comfortable hold, and the rampant Colt logo is clearly visible on the left side of the frame. Approximate date of manufacture: 1977.
Estate & Gun Consignment Auction #107
Auction Result
Lot
107035
Hammer Price
$3,300
Sold On
Sep 20, 2026
Hammer price excludes buyer’s premium
COLLECTOR NOTES
The Colt Viper is part of Colt's snake-named revolver family and had a comparatively short original production period. This 4-inch .38 Special example is documented with deep blue finish, solid-rib barrel and walnut grips, all central to its collector appeal.
SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer:
Colt
Model:
Viper
Caliber:
.38 Special
Action:
Revolver
Barrel Length:
4"
Condition:
Excellent
Serial Number:
94041M
