So I just found a description of a Woodsman on gunbroker.com that fits mine, thanks to the serial number range. Anyway, mine was in my grandfather's dresser drawer for probably 50 years, but looks like he used it a bit. Has some blueing wear.
Here's the description...
Colt Woodsman, first issue, amongst the last pistols assembled by Colt after WW2 as part of their parts cleanup. According to the Colt Woodsman Pocket Guide by Rayburn this was the 2nd pistol of the last lot of Colt Woodsmans, #180000-187000 that were assembled between October 1946-June 1947. Original elongated plastic grips, the same as those fitted to the military trainers, also reflected Colt's effort to use up earlier parts. Perfect bore.
Anyway, should I continue shooting this pistol or should I stop shooting it to not put anymore wear and tear on it? The pistol is far from a new, but is is pretty good shape. The only thing I do with it is breaking it out at the range, and plinkin' on the farm. Thanks in advance.
EB
Here's the description...
Colt Woodsman, first issue, amongst the last pistols assembled by Colt after WW2 as part of their parts cleanup. According to the Colt Woodsman Pocket Guide by Rayburn this was the 2nd pistol of the last lot of Colt Woodsmans, #180000-187000 that were assembled between October 1946-June 1947. Original elongated plastic grips, the same as those fitted to the military trainers, also reflected Colt's effort to use up earlier parts. Perfect bore.
Anyway, should I continue shooting this pistol or should I stop shooting it to not put anymore wear and tear on it? The pistol is far from a new, but is is pretty good shape. The only thing I do with it is breaking it out at the range, and plinkin' on the farm. Thanks in advance.
EB
