Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless

[@hickok45]

If you want to make your voice heard on the current situation with the ATF, which if my understanding is correct, has been instructed by congress to write a new regulation regarding trigger devices and such, go to the following link: www.regulations.gov/comment?D=ATF-2018-0001-7186

[@sweetmeatnc1504]

Stanley Outdoors that's really gonna be at the whim of the Atf, since it's written so open-ended, for "rate increasing devices". And that's the problem, people think it's just bump stocks and don't care, well it's not just bump stocks.

[@jonathanjustin3311]

Everyone needs to do this. If the ATF can they WILL try to redefine what a machine gun is outside of law and by regulation. If this is allowed they could come back under another administration and restrict semi autos all together. How you might ask? If the ATF decided to regulate rate of fire then they could ban after market triggers, 30 round magazines whatever they felt makes the gun shoot faster.

[@hickok45]

That's the problem, I suppose; nobody can foretell how it might affect what's legal down the road. A lot of people don't really care much at all about bump stocks, but we ALL care about where it could lead.

[@LoneWolf051]

Exactly, give an inch, they'll take a mile

[@indradeeppathania5996]

Hey Hickok great videos. Can you do a video on MAB model c in 32 acp.

[@douglassmith3190]

I have that exact gun, still operates like new and is now 103 yrs old. My Grandmother carried it to work in early 1900s in downtown Houston..

[@walterkersting1362]

What did your granny do for a living? I wouldn’t wish to cross her...

[@coda56]

@el diablo hernandes tf even hinted at that

[@TheBasher-_-]

Damnnnnn!!!!

[@danm29]

That's so cool.

[@Galahad_Du_Lac]

el diablo hernandes What’s wrong with you?

[@frankcostello9523]

.32 acp is just fine. People seem to forget that shot placement is more important than caliber. As my dad would say “a .22 to the chest is better then a .45 to the foot”

[@mralienarea5172]

Your dad sounds like a wise man

[@davidkachel]

Not necessarily. In either case, you will not be running away!! ;-)

[@shanekranz3945]

Yep a world record grizzly was once killed with a .22 short with a simple head shot

[@killer_samm]

@@davidkachel coward

[@shakeandbaked1]

.32 acp beats throwing rocks.

[@OjiiSan53]

"I remember hearing the shooting outside the theater the night they got Dillinger." And you said it with a straight face. Hickok -- often imitated, never duplicated. You're great.

[@dhanprasadrairai4606]

How much does it cost to buy a pistol.

[@schwarzesfleisch5809]

@@dhanprasadrairai4606 at least $400

[@mykehunt2430]

@@dhanprasadrairai4606 get a cheap reliable high point if you worried about cost, they have lifetime warranty I believe

[@Evtim_25]

@@dhanprasadrairai4606About a 1000.Those little pistols are a great gun and a good piece of history.If you wait you can find some for as low as 800-900

[@Sedan57Chevy]

John Browning wasn't just a mechanical genius, but he also managed to make his guns beautiful.

[@asaboyd8709]

He also pioneered the first mass manufactured automatic rifle up till then people were still using bolt action rifles almost exclusively with certain exceptions

[@bunk95]

Like they were old designs and that character was used as part of making distributing the guns/related systems? Not John Brownings.

[@rega3160]

OMG, I just saw this video today and saw that this is the gun my dad gave me about 50 years ago. My dad told me this was his go to gun when he owned a tavern in 1946 when I was born. I’ve had a gunsmith look it over about 3-4 years ago. He inspected it and made sure that it worked. I’ve never thought about it as a concealed carry gun, but Hickok is correct, it’s small, rounded edges, and it feels good. Wow, what an episode. Thank you.

[@sambloom955]

Lucky! This is a very beautiful piece

[@bwvideo0905]

Special gun and special memories indeed. Cherish.👍

[@carminemurray6624]

I had a Colt Mustang .380 acp, and it was: Honey, I shrank the 1911 ! 😮 It is a great size comparison.

[@kagemcguire9348]

I bought one from a retired San Francisco Police Detective. It was unfired in it's original card board box with all paperwork. It is a gorgeous and well made firearm. One study a few years ago on gun shot fatalities and the .32 acp had the highest fatality rate of any caliber. I don't know where it stand today but don't underestimate it as a self defense weapon.

[@oimissed1292]

old guns just had Style

[@prstoxbeats4734]

Same with cars💯

[@kylegarcia4141]

PRSTOX BEATS they don’t make them like they used to that’s for sure

[@YoungCoward]

John browning just had a style

[@eliascypress6695]

Thats so true. Just 110% true. Just beautiful pieces. Its like fashion. Old clothes had style too. Raincoats, flat caps etc..

[@ElectricalExistence]

My sauer und sohn 38h is a lot like this but it has a much easier take down system.

[@iroquoisplissken3583]

My great grandpa used to conceal carry two 1908’s (.380 version) at once back in the 20’s. I inherited them and they still shoot great today.

[@noway57]

Two at once? Why

[@Shaker626]

​@@noway57Lots of bad company I would presume

[@maj.d.sasterhikes9884]

I've had a 1903 as my conceal-carry for some years. It is one of my favorite pistols.

[@mlevy76]

Long shot that you'll see this, but I'll ask to ask: anything you did to keep it safe to carry? Like, replace the springs or the like? I'm maybe about to pick one up that would be good for carrying.

[@maj.d.sasterhikes9884]

@@mlevy76 Sometimes I carried without a round in the chamber and sometimes with a round in. It's called a .32 hammerless but there is a hammer, it's just shrouded inside the slide. Didn't replace anything but if I had a round in the chamber I figured that between the trigger safety and the grip safety it was ok.

[@mlevy76]

@@maj.d.sasterhikes9884 I appreciate that. Thank you.

[@MrLoewe23]

Oh god, I love this gun. It's over 100 Years old and it still looks so modern and good. I want one.

[@remoteviewer57]

Amen

[@frankatchison2519]

They flat... Dont jam mine ate and spit out anything I fed it. I usually carried it with silvertip Winchester hollow point's. The 08 .380 is a better choice for finding inexpensive ammo- but probably a little harder to find. The Pistol they took off Dillinger when or IF he was murdered outside of that Movie House...

[@terrynash-ie9lz]

My wife's father passed away several years ago. My brother in-law keep the gun i never saw it. This weekend I ask about it and he gave it to me. I watched the video oct 2020. Its cleaned and back in the case. Have to get ammo. Colt website ided as 1922 98yrs old

[@malandro956]

I got one

[@jamesbonanno3359]

Hickok's accuracy is amazing! I know how rudimentary those sights are on that particular piece and he's hitting targets that are way out there. He is a machine.

[@Edsnyder486]

My neighbor passed away years ago His widow gave me His 1903 20 years ago found it in my safe 2 days ago. I am a 1911 fan I love this gun.

[@glasschalkllc.6398]

Thanks Hick!! My Father in Law worked in Pentagon in the 1940's, and the 1903 was the standard issue. He was issued a new 1903. He fired one mag through it. I am a BIG Colt fan! He showed me his 1903....I had a fit over it...He left me the Colt when he died. OMG! It still needs breaking in and in Mint!! Guy didn't love me; but, he came through!! Thanks for ALL your Colt videos!!

[@MADMAX353]

JB was a genius.....all my Colt pocket pistols 1903 in 32 1908 in 380 and 1908 in 25 are stone cold reliable with factory ball ammo.

[@Fudmottin]

Ringing the gong with a 99 year old pocket pistol. Respect!

[@calanon534]

2018 - 1916 = 102

[@Fudmottin]

At that age, the math is bound to be a little off.

[@calanon534]

'Tis like a fine wine. The age doesn't matter as much as the contents, and enjoying it with friends.

[@Fudmottin]

I hear that! Cheers!

[@shelbyswenson3080]

that was a satisfying thread

[@poetwp975]

I love the sleek lines of these old 1903’s. They are so elegant looking and old school. They look like they should come with a 3 piece pinstriped suit and a fadora hat. One of these days I want to add the rarer .380 version of this pistol to my collection. I think the most 1903 is one of John Brownings most beautiful designs.

[@DanielFlores-mn7tb]

Tengo una de esas

[@remoteviewer57]

@@DanielFlores-mn7tb If only I were to have one of those "The Nicest Handgun Ever Made" In My Opinion!

[@justherefortheviolence]

A character from Boardwalk Empire on HBO uses this, I’ve wanted one since 2011

[@Rossplanet]

The most popular cartridge in Europe was the .32ACP. The .380ACP has more of a tendancy to jam. The British Secret Service dropped the Walther PPK for that reason.

[@Josh-hh4ix]

@Poet Wp what makes the .380 rarer? I have the .380 version that my grandpa gave me. Just wondering why they were rarer?

[@InjectorGadget]

I absolutely LOVE the round and overall look of the 1903 and 1911; there's nothing like it!

[@scottashcraft7652]

One of my treasured heirlooms is my great-grandfather’s 1903 Hammerless Colt. He was a Chief of Police in Gary Indiana in the 20’s-30’s and this was his carry. I love it, and I would carry it if I didn’t want it damaged or anything. Beautiful weapon.

[@edmundmatthews3180]

I have this .32 colt. It was jammed; the slide would not move. Could not get it off the frame. Finally got the slide to move and open. Found that the recoil spring is bent and damaged. . Do you know if parr’s are available. Any thoughts on where to fond the spring and grips? Would like to fix this gun.

[@ericn7677]

Very cool pistol. I broke down and cleaned up an FN1905 Browning vest pocket that my dad got from my grandmother. He believes it was my great grandfathers pistol. I dated it to 1912. It was in pretty bad shape. I then got to break down my brothers Colt 1903 and clean it up. It's in very good shape, it just needed a good cleaning. I dated it to 1921. It's very cool handling these Browning classics.

[@joelseymour6372]

John M Browning designs are beautiful and timeless. This pistol design is my personal favorite. Have the first model, with barrel bushing, shoot so smoothly. Your ability to hit targets, with the as issued sights, are awe inspiring. Thanks you for the great video.

[@Ironeyes4440]

I always wanted one of these. I've seen them on so many B&W crime dramas from the '30s-'40s. Criminals always carried them in their suit pockets. Mine is in very good to fine condition and cost me around $650.00. Works like a champ and is very accurate at ten yards. Fun to shoot, with little recoil.

[@tolarpowell5069]

Just picked up a 1908 .380. My older brother had a 1903 when I was a kid, and I've always wanted one. Now, 58 years later, I finally have one.

[@bradleyzimmerman4184]

I love it when you make these videos on old guns. It's always neat to see how far we have come in firearm designs. It's even more interesting to see how advanced they actually were and how many of the features still live in our guns today. I have a 1907 .32 Colt New Police revolver that I cherish. Thanks for another oldie but goodie.

[@butchflournoy9058]

I have the Colt 1903 type III manufactured in 1920. It still looks great and operates like new. I love these old John Browning pistols. Thanks for your great review!

[@christopherdean9684]

All of Brownings designs have been infamous on both sides of the law

[@heywhatsthatsmell]

More like famous not infamous . He was a gun genius. .

[@cornfedtuber]

Love your videos! As it happens, I have your pistol's older brother. Mine was made in 1917. It is blued and shows no sign of military issue. It has two (three now counting mine) names scratched into the interior of the grip scales, one owner having been a doctor. But, it isn't anywhere near as purty as yours. Mine has had much of the bluing worn off. But, for all that, it goes BANG every time! Some tid-bits for you; Patton's piece was a 1908 Colt in .380. The issue model you refer to is the "General's" model. Another plus for this venerable "mouse gun" cartridge is that it was a common military issue (especially via the Spanish made "Ruby" pistol) and was a standard police cartridge throughout much of Europe until the 1950s-60s. That's a pretty stout recommendation for any cartridge I'd say.

[@rec0il_179]

Who knew something around 100 years old could still be so beautiful! Thank you Hickok for your great videos and the knowledge you provide us with!

[@stevehodge2903]

My Dad bought one of these used in the mid 1960's and I inherited it after he passed. Mine was built in 1918 and looked like it never had been cleaned when I took it apart, but it still shot well. The sights are rudimentary and cannot be adjusted but I can still put a clip within 3" at 30 feet. I was so glad to see this video and your positive review of this great pistol. The only problem with .32 is it is tough finding the ammo.

[@bktkutistaja2805]

Finally a .32 acp video from hickok45. And with a classic gun too. Thank you Sir. I have a strange fascination with that round

[@EmreKurar]

Can it kill a Person with headshot many people say it cant

[@Grasshopper0122]

Back in “the day,” a lot of police departments believed in the 32. I still do ! ( I have both the 1903 32 and 1908 380……both simply gorgeous.

[@on2wheels378]

That's a classic pistol. Awesome .32 ACP and the 1908 in .380 is also very cool. My father bought a 1903 Colt in a place called Martin B Reddings in Culver City Ca in 1977. He also bought two! 1908 Colts in .380 (1982). One in excellent condition and one in new old stock condition. My dad was a big Colt collector (revolvers and autos). Now the pistols reside in my brother's safe in Az.

[@roykiefer7713]

Dear Hickok and John, Thank you for this video!!! I’ve hoped you’d find a Colt/Browning 1903 Hammerless for years and devote your expertise to reviewing it. My father, who passed on many years ago after living a long and very good life, acquired one chambered in .380 (9x17mm) during his service as an FBI Special Agent and Firearms Instructor, in the 1940’s and 1950’s. It became his everyday carry weapon, because of its weight, size, quality, reliability and short-range accuracy - notwithstanding the Bureau’s standard issuance of Smith .38 Specials built on .44 Special frames - and I eventually inherited it. For obvious reasons, it is a most prized possession. His was produced by Colt in 1943, the machining and quality are superb - workers’ friends and loved ones were fighting for our freedom and the overwhelming majority of our citizens gave their very best to ensure victory and to protect our youngsters’ lives. I rarely shoot it, but “Ballistolled” it thoroughly ever couple years. I may ignite a “firestorm” by writing what follows, however, I’m not at all convinced that the contemporary spate of polymer .380’s made by all the major, excellent, sidearm manufacturers is very much better than Browning’s 1903 design; it truly is quite accurate, very reliable, light and concealable, has a reasonable capacity, and is extremely well-made. Again, THANK YOU SO MUCH for this video.

[@hoosierplowboy5299]

About 4 years late to the party, hickok; just viewed your video. My grandfather and my Dad each carried a 1903 .32 ACP in Chicago back many years ago. Grandpa's had a 4 digit s/n, while Dad's was 6 digits, third model. Had Grandpa's restored and gave to my bro. Have my Dad's, cleaned and oiled. First gun I ever shot about 60+ years ago. Both are in good working order, and a pleasure to shoot. Thank you for a great trip down memory lane!!!

[@robdrummond934]

I have one made in 1926 it was originally my grandfather's he carried it when he was a realtor in the 1930's. My dad had it in his desk for i don't know how long and after he died i pulled it out. It was covered in years of grime but after I cleaned it up it functions flawlessly. It's a neat little pistol even neater knowing it was my grandfather's

[@jamesbonanno3359]

Mine was also made in 1926, but it is the model 1908 which was chambered for .380. Looks exactly like the 1903. It is never been fired and it is now 92 years old. It is mint

[@bobroberson9286]

The one thing I like about Mr. Browning's inventions was implementing the "grip safety", I see that being a excellent feature on any firearm.

[@albertamico5338]

I have a 1903 Browning Colt .32 caliber Smith & Wisson, my father bought in 1911 at Ellis Island when came from Italy. It has never been fired. In mint condition 👌. I wonder what it's worth is today.

[@BingBangBye]

I got my father's .380 1908 when he passed. He was an FBI agent, and it was his personal weapon. Has a really nice hand-tooled holster from S. D. Myres of El Paso, TX. Great little gun.

[@timrooney5608]

Over 100 years old and still awesome. For new gun enthusiasts let me say thank you for sharing and your channel.

[@dmmdmm5435]

I come away from all your videos, a smarter man. I appreciate you covering historical aspects and comparisons. Thank you!

[@wes326]

My father-in-law was an Army infantry officer and fought in the Pacific in WWII. He was issued a 1903 and my Mother-in-law law gave it to me. I guess they carried in while in garrison. Thanks for sharing.

[@stevenswm9844]

Beautiful sleek little gun with a design that was ahead of its time. I have the 380 caliber.

[@KusagariBlues]

StevenSWM All of Browning’s designs were way ahead of their time.

[@stevenswm9844]

Kusagari Blues Agreed! Over the years, I have owned most of them. :)

[@BilgePump]

Oooooooo I like that .380 color me jealous!

[@hou5ton_935]

Does this firearm have extended magazines

[@varanid9]

yes, you can also get a 200 round drum magazine, a quad-rail attachment that takes various lights, lasers and a T-grip.

[@FenceDaGreat]

.32 ACP is such a cool round. I know it's small but as a big fan of old 40's and 50's movies this is something I readily recognize.

[@brandentheultramangofighter]

Please never leave this planet hickock

[@911couple5]

He will be needed to battle the invasion of aliens next year

[@largerrain1192]

@@theirishelk9868 death will have to take him while hes asleep because if hes awake its gonna be a fight

[@jimmyj5035]

@@theirishelk9868 You & I are the only ones who truly appreciate the power & beauty of the Browning HiPower 9mm... Which I fell in Love with as a boy watching 1 of my childhood heroes Col. John "Hannibal" Smith shooting it as he lead the A-TEAM... The Browning HiPower was the "Original Steel Glock" 9mm perfect gun..

[@bwvideo0905]

@@largerrain1192 well said sir!!!!

[@richardalexander5758]

An amazingly accurate little handgun in .32 acp, not so much in .380. I also have Browning's striker fired .32, the FN 1922. Both work well, and show the genius of their designer. Thanks for the review!

[@frankbass279]

The FN 1922 also has a hammer.

[@frankatchison2519]

Love the vest pocket .32 also!

[@Shane-Singleton]

One of these FINALLY showed up at my LGS (pawn shop). I had seen one there a few years before but it was really pitted and looked like shit. This one had some wear on it but still had a lot of bluing and the barrel looked great as well aside from needing a cleaning. A good thing about being a good return customer is they let me take the slide off and check it out before agreeing to buy it. This video was actually where I learned how to do that a few years back. You never know when a piece of Hickok45 knowledge will come in handy!

[@AaronZhao-yg5ti]

I have been expecting Hickok to do a video of this fabulous gun for a long time! My favorite classic!👏

[@Plata-ori-plumbu]

The Colt 1903 was definitely the Glock 19/26 of the 1910's, 20's, 30's and even the 40's. Holding mine takes me back.....

[@patforet7336]

Sir, I came into position of one of these 32's from a friend who passed in 2005. What a great & fun pistol to shoot. My grandson was broke out on it and has progressed now to the Colt Delta Elite. All my guns will be his one day and I feel assured that he will continue in the sport. What a way to go. Great video sir.

[@Dsdcain]

Oh, sure, I was going to get off the computer and think of going to bed. Now I have to stay up and watch a Hickok45 video. Oh the horror. *:D*

[@fuzzypandas89]

Same I gotta get up at 6 :/

[@jackiejtheg]

Dsdcain SAME HERE! I HAVE TO WORK TOMORROW

[@kylec.6818]

Hahahaha I'm glad I'm not the only one.

[@adamlewellen5081]

Plenty of time to sleep in the grave.

[@the_swede000]

Dsdcain to real😂

[@luisp1174]

I’ve owned one of these for about 15 years and never shot it because I didn’t have a magazine. I took it apart and couldn’t get it back together for a very long time. I was going to give it to a very good friend of mine so I spent 1or 2 and finally got it back together. I wish I had seen your video on how you get it back together, looked so easy. I’m afraid that I reconsidered on giving it away after looking at your video haha. When I first looked into getting a magazine for it they were asking $100.00 I’m going to get the new ones like you did now that you showed me how good they work. Thanks for sharing, great info.

[@acesuth3231]

I just inherited my great grandfathers .308 hammerless. Kinda crazy he was a sherif somewhere in Canada then he moved to Detroit and was a gang member. It would be awesome to see the past of this gun

[@ibdavidc]

"If I'm not smart enough..." Great thought. You bring a lot of common sense to this subject, which is one of the reasons I really like your videos.

[@dr.johnpaladinshow9747]

While one can find these pistols in the $500-600 range, many are 2-4X that price. Thanks a lot 45. Price for classics are going up!!

[@phillfoote]

paid $160 for mine few yrs back - considering how many were made theyre overpriced today -my remington mod 51 was cheaper and they only made 10000 of those

[@bhoward9378]

I don't know how I missed this video all these years, but I'm seeing it for the first time. This was the first pistol I ever fired when I was growing up.

[@rooster3019]

"He got a .32 gun in his pocket for fun; he got a razor in his shoe."

[@thebullmoose8316]

Rooster He’s bad, bad, Leroy Brown. Baddest man in the whole damn town.

[@mattf666]

Badder than old king kong

[@Ryan-fosho]

I looked this up thinking it was in a rap song haha didn’t expect to see ol croce

[@captainmcfilthy8569]

I own one of these from my great grandfather. A type I model built in 1905.

[@damienbernier9378]

Just got my hands on one. Took a little work to get it to “shooter” ready. Kept at it, now it’s one of my carry pieces.

[@user-lg1cs8ch1f]

Grandpa was a police officer. 1918 to some time in the early 1960s. He carried this model in .380 as his back up gun. I grew up shooting it. Its a great gun. My Dad still has it. Still shoots it from time to time. Thx guys for the video.

[@ElectricalExistence]

Damn how old is he 125?

[@gowithgroove]

Possibly my dream pocket pistol. I'm a sucker for style.

[@frederickbueltemann7953]

I have a model 1922 that my grandfather picked up during the Battle of The Buldgea. Still runs great!!

[@jeremys7231]

Thanks much. I inherited one of these which my great grandfather bought in 1911 when he immigrated to California from South Africa. I do not know much about guns and learned a lot. Time for shooting and gun safety lessons.

[@Adam.whitney]

I don’t care how late it is I’m watching Hickok 45

[@olathestanwalker6717]

Recently was gifted a 1903 Pocket Hammer by a friend who wanted nothing to do with guns, but his father -in-law passed and had a "gun". Was locked in a tackle box and I had to do a lot of cleaning surface rust, etc. I worked at a gun range at the time, we found some 38 ACP rounds (yes, 38 ACP) and pitted barrel and all, really accurate. Two inch group at most with the after thought sites. Beautiful shooting pistol. Appreciate the heads up on Triple K. Ordered a couple of extra mags since, like you, only had the original that wasn't totally reliable. Mine was made in 1911, so go figure the mag isn't working perfect. Enjoy your vids. Thanks

[@bh-0330]

beautiful guns, amazing craftsmanship

[@travismarx2800]

Ive watched a ton of your videos and subscribed before I ended up here. Ive been playing some battlefield 5 ( a video game) and was interested in the 'ruby' and I stumbled upon the 1903, and realized you had a video for it. Eventually Id like to get my conceal carry but money/apartment has kept me from doing so, but I mean heres another to add to the list. Appreciate the whole a bullet is a bullet thing instead of shooting through drywall into the neighborhood. As a liberal who grew up around guns, and wants to fight for gun rights while keeping them out of the hands of people who dont need them I appreciate your videos and you have a fan in me.

[@palarious]

"Oh look, a Tokarev.... wait a second"

[@wardatkins1320]

Hickok45 , you've done again ! Answering long awaited questions and doing things nobody else is doing . The .32 is a classic and nobody talks about em anymore . It's almost like the .32 is extinct or never existed and your correct it was a very popular gun . Now I understand why . Thanks

[@parkersmith7590]

I searched this up because a year or so ago, we bought a drawer for our front entrice, and when we got home and opened the drawers again, we found a m1903 made in 1920

[@parkersmith7590]

@NoComment Facebook Marketplace lol

[@TheAbcakl]

Wow, I've obsessed about this firearm, its so sleek and so cool. One of Brownings coolest inventions.

[@marstondavis]

I have one and it's my favorite shooter. It's very accurate with such low recoil. They are made 'new' now and they cost a hell of a lot more than the Colt original. They aren't the most powerful round but if shot placement means anything this pistol will get the job done...and with some style, too.

[@Perfusionist01]

Thanks Hickok! That's a nice video of an American classic. I obtained one from my father who received it from a former Adjutant General of the Nebraska National Guard. It is a very nice low-mileage Parkerized one made about 1943. My hands are smaller than yours and it seems pretty comfortable to me. Fits in a pants pocket very easily. By the way, re: the M1903 and movies; the little pistol was not only popular on both sides of the law, but it could be made to work with blanks. It wasn't until much later that the M1911A1 could fire reliably with blanks. That's why Gary Cooper is shown using a Luger in "Sgt. York" even though Alvin York had an M1911.

[@jedidaddy76]

This was a gun that was part of the development of the 1911. The original was a 1900 and was proposed to the military in like 1905 the military had done cadaver studies and determined that the most effective rounds were .41 or larger. So all the 1911 development guns actually prior to Like 1907 (which is when colt released the.45acp) were .32acp.

[@saviostrawn8737]

jedidaddy76 The tests you're thinking of are the Thompson-LaGard tests that are now largely discredited. In these tests the 7.63x25 cartridge actually outperformed the 45 and 476 cal cartridges (the 38 did as well, but it's test was sabotaged). The reason the military went with 45 was largely due to the test proctors' bias.

[@jedidaddy76]

Savio Strawn I’m not going to argue

[@saviostrawn8737]

jedidaddy76 You're good, man. I'm not trying to pick a fight, but it's good to know the truth behind things. If you're interested in it you can find the actual recordings online where they write specifically the tests done and the times recorded. The one that got me the most was their Luger test where they emptied a magazine into a cow and then hit it in the head with a hammer. Very strange event

[@markadams7597]

I love Colt! Got my fourth model last month (my collection ranges from .380 to .45; from 1987 to 2019). Great review, like always. Ty.

[@ahbuckskin]

This is my favorite handgun, Love when you do videos for these old guns Hickok45

[@StellarBlue1]

I just happen to have two of these little beauties, both in .32 ACP. I never felt the need to own this piece in .380, because it has done just fine in .32. A couple of well placed rounds (especially with some premium hollow point ammo) and the job is done. It is a beautiful, timeless gun, and I have enjoyed over 50 years of ownership...

[@comlbbeau]

I found your video on the Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless .32 Auto very interesting, especially since I inherited one from my grandfather years ago. Based on its serial number it is a Type I 1907 model. It came with two magazines which had been stored loaded for at least 50 years, and they both performed flawlessly. I wish I had had the benefit of seeing your take-down demonstration prior to my spending copious quantities of time trying to figure out how to break it down....

[@vks_productions]

Hickok45 stumbling over is the most adorable and funny thing in the world. Love this man.

[@huntermoss9403]

I want the NFA repealed.

[@TheCheeseManCometh]

I don't like the letters q and x. Can we get rid of them too?

[@huntermoss9403]

M L the nfa is a violation of the constitution

[@huntermoss9403]

wood1155 me too

[@ExVeritateLibertas]

Let's start with just repealing the Hughes Amendment. The irony is legal machine gun owners will fight that tooth and nail as they stand to lose from thousands to millions of dollars if new machine guns can be registered.

[@ANF_94]

Hunter a except it's not.

[@stevebrown1343]

What a great tribute to my first pistol. I inherited mine from my Father-in-law. It was made in 1906 and has pearl grips. My wife wanted me to sell it! I have some evidence that it, at one time, was owned by a local member of the Purple gang that was active in the Toledo/Detroit area. A couple of notes on the 1903 and forgive me if these comments were already made: 1. The 1903 was actually patented in 1899. Production began in 1903. 2. The patent is a downloadable pdf file from the US patent office. My brother, a retired attorney, clued me in on that. I have both the 1903 and 1911 patents. Makes great gun room art! Hichcok45, keep up the great work!

[@lornekloepfer7800]

Up

[@generaljust6814]

That is actually older then you, hickock!

[@timb9606]

General Just Shoot, that thing could drink legally when my dad was born. haha

[@NoblesTx]

Barley haha jk Hickok

[@remoteviewer57]

But Not Near As Crusty!

[@remoteviewer57]

@@wizardofahhhs759 "Inconceivable!"

[@markharoldabello4825]

Luca Just yeah the older they have the deadly they got

[@ronrorer3398]

The secret to disassembly is to hook your left thumb into the trigger guard and use your left index finger to pull the slide back. You can then rotate the barrel with your right hand.

[@PittsburghSonido]

There are several things I believe to be real in life; Death, Taxes, and a badass Colt 1903.

[@justherefortheviolence]

Tony H I want one really bad

[@jameschristiansson3137]

What about guitars to tune good and firm feelin' women?

[@jordihvh]

John Rutherford death?

[@justherefortheviolence]

J P lol maybe the gun instead

[@jordihvh]

John Rutherford need me 10 of those. They're awesome

[@hakusuna]

That gun is absolutely beautiful. A brilliant piece of history.

[@alexanderm3504]

Awesome video Hickock, wouldnt mind seeing you do some more WW1 era weapons, though you have plenty of Vids with some already. Love the Vids thank you for your work you bring to us Alex

[@williamwisener5778]

Got dad's old 1903 . It's well used and worn , but works just fine. Bought a extra one for parts years ago. But now it will not be used for parts ! It's a fine backup pistol and a great piece of history. Dad's is rarely used, and will be kept for a grandson ( or granddaughter. ).

[@austinrichardson24]

Most American man ever

[@Art-st1qv]

Absolutely loved the video as I do all the material that you guys make...i can literally sit around and watch these videos all day long. I really appreciate what you guys do. keep the great videos coming and we’ll keep watching them.

[@FiveStringCommando]

Yay! My first handgun was a 1903 pocket hammerless!

[@forrestgumball]

FiveStringCommando Did you happen to buy it in 1903?

[@johnknoneborg]

FiveStringCommando how much do they go for?

[@nasedo3129]

Me too! I got the gun, a nice leather holster and a box and a half of ammo for thirty five bucks, back in 1973 : )

[@sergeantbigmac]

John Knoneborg Depends where you live of course, prices in the USA are gonna be less than Europe for example. Ive been keeping an eye on prices lately and in my area ive noticed normal ones in the range of 450-750. This doesnt include the rarer variants like military marked ones, .380 models, or original packaging, which will command more

[@MARC11B]

I have my grandfathers Colt 1903 in 32 ACP. Made in 1919 Still fires!

[@spitfier79]

Colt 1903 pocket hammerless all around the world just increased 20% in price!

[@thespiritof76..]

My grandfather constable for 38yrs kept the same 1903 in his left pocket for over 30yrs... he passed away now and the gun was sold after my uncle got it refinished... I’d love to have one someday

[@It_Was_The_Entity]

16:29 Interesting. You can really see the bullets flight pattern. They don't fly as straight as you'd think.

[@1122shahzaib]

At the gong (80 yards away)

[@montanamountainmen6104]

Shot a 1903 " Hammerless" a few times always wanted one , not many available in my part of the world, they are very nice indeed.

[@flyczar]

16:32 did you see how that bullet flew all corkscrew like

[@DrJeffDrJeff]

You and I may be the only two. I'd describe it more like a straight line, followed by a sudden drop and then leveling out right before it hit the plate. Crazy. I ran it in slo mo a few times to be sure. Should be impossible, so what are we actually seeing?

[@eliasabdul2443]

@@DrJeffDrJeff Yes. And i do not understand...

[@iivoli]

Yes I saw that I immedialately checked the cumment section.

[@flyerbob124]

I bought one of these a month ago and love it. Mine was made in 1924 and the machining is superb when you consider there were no CNC mills then. I also found a 1908 25 cal that was made in 1924 so now I’m on the lookout for a hammer-less 380 made in 1924. Papa colt, Momma colt and baby colt!

[@loneknight5]

My great grandfather carried one of these daily. It’s a cool little gun.

[@brendanoneill1466]

I learned target shooting with a 1903 pocket hammerless behind the barn. A beautiful firearm. Amazingly accurate and simple. My father had two 1911's, a 1903 and a 9mm luger. I fired all of them and I must say the 1903 was my favorite.

[@Tamascsuka995]

James Darmody carried one of these in the show "Boardwalk Empire"

[@donmartin9533]

Another great review! I own, and have for many years, a 1903 and my main purpose (apart from being an avid gun collector) was to own one of the iconic handguns so often seen in those '30's & '40's "film Noir" detective/mystery movies. Never took it out to shoot - just kept it in my collection as an example of one of Browning's designs that came before the 1911. I am now inspired! Going to take that '03 out of the safe and down to the range! Again, thanks for a great review.

[@theenchanteduniverseoflife1450]

118 year old pocket pistol still rocks

[@srepkie]

I have one and love it. It has the original box, original literature and my Great Grandfathers original pistol license for it from 1927. Been told the only thing I’m missing is a cleaning rod that came in the box with it. All items in good to very good condition.