This 'From The Vault' episode from Brownells, presented by Steve Ostrem, offers an expert review of the Colt Police Positive revolver. Ostrem highlights its history, starting production in 1907, and its practical design as a handy, lightweight D-frame carry gun. He details its original chamberings in .38 Smith & Wesson or .38 Colt New Police, noting their mild recoil, and contrasts it with the later Police Positive Special, which accommodates the longer .38 Special cartridge. The review emphasizes the revolver's typical Colt quality, hand-fitted construction, tight lock-up, and surprising accuracy, while also pointing out its current market undervaluation. A key feature discussed is the 'positive lock' safety mechanism, a transfer bar system designed to prevent accidental discharge if dropped. Ostrem concludes by recommending the Police Positive as an excellent, often overlooked, carry option.
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