[Tijeras_Slim]

The Officer’s Model looks to me to be the heavy barrel version, so it would be later production (late 30’s to the 40’s)

[MileHi]

Sigh

I want that Colt snubbie.

[marktwain]

I was going by the adjustable front and rear sights. What does that say about it? My father had one just like it.

I guess “early” is a bit subjective.

Always glad to read your expert opinion, you have wonderful knowledge to draw on.