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Lot 3028: World War I Era Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

World War I Era Norway Shipped Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 11, 2021

Lot 3028: World War I Era Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

World War I Era Norway Shipped Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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World War I Era Norway Shipped Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Government
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1162
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 140
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

Description:

Manufactured 1917. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (grips not listed) when shipped to J. Malbush Trallifine in Norway on 31 January 1917 in a 300 gun shipment before being returned to the factory on 30 April 1917 and reshipped to Dunham, Carrigan Hardware Co. in San Francisco on 1 May 1917. With extra magazine.

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