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Lot 3108: Colt - 1911A1

World War II U.S. Army Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Letter of Provenance

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 21, 2019

Lot 3108: Colt - 1911A1

World War II U.S. Army Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Letter of Provenance

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 21, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700
Price Realized:
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World War II U.S. Army Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Letter of Provenance

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip: plastic
Stock:
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Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 249
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Rating:

NE - GOOD- in working condition, wear on working surfaces, finish 40% - 79%, no broken parts, no corrosion or pitting that will interfere with proper functioning, but may have some minor surface pitting. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 40% - 79% gun.

Description:

Manufactured in 1943. The included letter of provenance states this pistol was carried by Major Ernest L. Bolick U.S. Army Commander of the 438th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Automatic Weapons Battalion (Mobile) for the duration of his service in WWII. Also included is a booklet "The Route of the Question Mark" detailing the events of the 438th from June 6, 1942 to June 6, 1945.

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