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oldbullseye · October 28, 2008, 08:23 AM

I have a book that states 1) Super .38 Automatic Pistol pre-war, 2) Super .38 Automatic Pistol 2nd Model, 3) Super .38 Automatic Pistol 3rd Model, and 4) Super .38 Automatic Pistol 4th Model. It does not have any photo's, but goes on to state, the 2nd model may be differentiated by the heavier barrel and Rampant Colt on the right side. The 3rd Model has a FAT barrel with Rampant Colt on the left side. The 4th Model has a thin barrel and Rampant Colt on the left side.

My Question is: Where can I find out just what a "Heavier Barrel Is", and what at "Fat Barrel" is, and what a "Thin Barrel" is. Are there specific dimensions to go by, etc..............

Thanks,
Oldbullseye

October 28, 2008, 08:23 AM	#1
oldbullseye Junior Member Join Date: October 28, 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 1	Colt 38 Super-Early Models 1950's Vintage I have a book that states 1) Super .38 Automatic Pistol pre-war, 2) Super .38 Automatic Pistol 2nd Model, 3) Super .38 Automatic Pistol 3rd Model, and 4) Super .38 Automatic Pistol 4th Model. It does not have any photo's, but goes on to state, the 2nd model may be differentiated by the heavier barrel and Rampant Colt on the right side. The 3rd Model has a FAT barrel with Rampant Colt on the left side. The 4th Model has a thin barrel and Rampant Colt on the left side. My Question is: Where can I find out just what a "Heavier Barrel Is", and what at "Fat Barrel" is, and what a "Thin Barrel" is. Are there specific dimensions to go by, etc.............. Thanks, Oldbullseye