Colt Model 1908 .25 Auto (1917 production)

Colt Model 1908 .25 Auto (1917 production)

The Colt Model 1908 .25 Auto (1917 production) is a classic pocket-size semi-automatic pistol representing Colt’s early 20th-century handgun engineering. Designed by John M. Browning and produced during a pivotal era in firearms history, this pistol reflects Colt’s emphasis on precision machining, reliability, and compact defensive design.

Constructed with all-steel components, the Model 1908 operates via a striker-fired, blowback system and incorporates a grip safety, a hallmark feature of Browning-designed pocket pistols of the era. Chambered in .25 ACP, it offers minimal recoil and smooth operation, consistent with its original role as a discreet personal sidearm. The slim profile, rounded contours, and fixed sights reflect early European-influenced pocket pistol styling.

Manufactured in 1917, this example carries significant collector and historical value, appealing to enthusiasts of early Colt automatics and World War I–era firearms. Offered in used condition, the Colt Model 1908 .25 Auto stands as a notable collectible from Colt, combining age, craftsmanship, and enduring historical importance.

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