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1975 Colt Diamondback .38 Special 2.5-Inch – High Polish Royal Blue – Rare Short Barrel

This Colt Diamondback .38 Special 2.5-inch revolver was manufactured in 1975, during one of the most collectible periods in Colt’s revolver history. Known for its refined design and outstanding build quality, the Diamondback was built on Colt’s D-frame as a premium-grade revolver—never a budget option.

This particular Colt Diamondback .38 Special 2.5-inch features the rare short-barrel factory configuration, paired with Colt’s iconic Royal Blue finish. The result is a striking and compact revolver that’s as desirable for display as it is for investment.

The 2.5-inch barrel Colt Diamondback is especially popular among collectors of Colt snake guns and .38 Special wheelguns. Designed for smooth shooting and visual appeal, this example checks all the boxes for the serious enthusiast.

Key Features:

• Model: Colt Diamondback .38 Special 2.5-inch

• Year of Manufacture: 1975

• Barrel: Factory 2.5-inch – rare and highly desirable

• Caliber: .38 Special – accurate, controllable, and classic

• Finish: High-polish Royal Blue – signature Colt craftsmanship

• Grips: Factory walnut with Colt medallions – checkered

• Action: Double / Single Action

• Sights: Fully adjustable rear sight, ramped front sight

• Controls: Wide target hammer and trigger

This Colt Diamondback .38 Special 2.5-inch is a rare opportunity to own a clean, short-barrel variant from Colt’s golden era. Perfect for those assembling a full snake gun lineup, or anyone seeking a standout example of mid-’70s Colt production.

Why It Matters to Collectors:
The Colt Diamondback .38 Special 2.5-inch was discontinued in the mid-1980s, and surviving examples in this condition—especially with the short barrel—are becoming increasingly scarce. This revolver is a must-have for serious Colt collectors.

Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Colt

• Model: Diamondback

• Caliber: .38 Special

• Barrel Length: 2.5 inches

• Action: Double / Single Action

• Finish: Royal Blue

• Grips: Factory Walnut with Colt medallions

• Sights: Fully Adjustable Rear, Ramp Front

• Year of Manufacture: 1975

• Condition: Used

• Serial Number: D64941

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