Featured Gun – Colt Diamondback Revolver For Sale

What Makes This Gun Special?

Manufactured from 1966 to 1988. John Wayne used a 4” .38 Colt Diamondback in the 1975 film, Brannigan. Steve McQueen used a 2.5” .38 Colt Diamondback in the 1968 film, Bullitt.

Why Do YOU Need This Gun?

This is an excellent-condition Colt Diamondback revolver chambered for the .38 Special cartridge. It features a blued finish, 4-inch barrel, and factory checkered walnut grips. This revolver is in beautiful condition and, except for a real light turn mark on the cylinder and light wear around the muzzle, does not have a mark on it.

Source
Maker: Colt’s Manufacturing Company
Model: Diamondback
S/N: D78057
History: Manufactured from 1966 to 1988. John Wayne used a 4” .38 Colt Diamondback in the 1975 film, Brannigan. Steve McQueen used a 2.5” .38 Colt Diamondback in the 1968 film, Bullitt.
Original Designer: Colt
Catalyst for Manufacture: Inspired by the popular Python design, the Diamondback features a similar look to the Python but with a smaller “D” frame.
Special Characteristics:

1. Cartridge: .22 LR, .38 Special
   
2. Double-action
   
3. Barrel lengths: 2.5, 4 and 6 in.
   
4. Wide, serrated target hammer
   
5. Ventilated rib
   
6. Adjustable sights
   
7. Full-length barrel underlug
   
8. Swing-out cylinder
   
9. Blue or nickel finishes