Colt Diamondback D5560 .38 Special Double Action 6” Revolver & Box, 1981
SOLD FOR: $1,912.99
WOA#: WY240416SS001
Make: Colt
Model: Diamondback, Model D5560
Serial Number: S64530
Year of Manufacture: 1981 (https://colt.com/serial-lookup)
Caliber: .38 Special
Action Type: 6-Shot, Double Action / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder Revolver.
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “DIAMONDBACK / .38 SPECIAL CTG.”, the right is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.”. The side plate has Colt’s rampant logo, the left front of the trigger guard is marked “VP” in triangle, the rear with “A”. The crane and crane cut have the serial number, the cut also has an inspection mark.
Barrel Length: 6” with Full Underlug & Ventilated Rib
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramp blade that is pinned to the ventilated rib. The rib and topstrap are matte finished for glare reduction. The rear sight is a square notched leaf in a base that is adjustable for windage and elevation, pinned to the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut with gold-colored Colt medallions at their tops. The grips have no handling wear. The checkering is well defined and crips with sharp peaks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Like New condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no operation wear. The turn line is crisp, thin, and faint. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Like New condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder locks up solidly on each chamber with the trigger depressed with no play. The double action trigger is smooth, the single action is light and crisp. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a faux-wood cardboard Colt box with two-piece styrofoam inserts, its owner’s manual and handout unhandled and still taped to the foam, and trigger guard tag. The box has some mild handling wear with one side being taped shut.
Our Assessment: The Diamondback is essentially a shorter framed Python both in the cylinder and grip frame, sharing similar aesthetic dynamics and is no less striking in appearance and mechanics than its predecessor. This revolver retains about 100% of its finish with virtually no wear whatsoever rating in Like New condition. This will make for as beautiful a display piece as it would a shooter. Those familiar with the Python line understand the accuracy these revolvers are capable of, this one should prove to be no different. Please see our pictures and good luck! – L.S.
