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Here's my Challenger, a Colt. 1955

With period-correct Franzite plastic grips. This sucker's got about an 8 ounce trigger pull.



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WOW doesn't even cover it. Eek


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Eeewwww, don't touch it!
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Shaman
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WOW! Now that is a 22!!


What is the difference between the Colt Challenger and Woodsman?
Ive considered a Woodsman along with the High Standard.





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Found some vintage leather for it!



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SC - my LGS with a great selection of Colts has a Colt Challenger in the display case, for sale. I can send you a link, if you’re interested.
 
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SC - my LGS with a great selection of Colts has a Colt Challenger in the display case, for sale. I can send you a link, if you’re interested.


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The Colt Challenger was an economy version of the Woodsman (a non-adjustable rear sight, for example), made from 1950 to 1955. These pistols came from the factory wearing brown-colored plastic grips. Apparently, an early owner of my pistol replaced those grips with something a bit fancier.
 
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Shaman
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Ah, I see.

The Link VictimNoMore sent me is VERY tempting.
It's a Challenger. But I really can't tell it from the Woodsman.
We'll see if I have a Colt Challenger in my collection soon.

Younger folks today don't seem to care much for these wonderful older pistols. Which is a plus for me.





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