Manufactured in 1912, the first year of Colt Government Model production. The frame is marked with the early serial number placement on the left of the frame (used roughly up to serial number C2250) and Government Model nomenclature on the front right of the frame (used roughly up to serial numbers C4500 to C5000), along with "triangle/VP" and "K" on the left of the trigger guard. The slide is marked with the Rampant Colt logo behind the slide serrations along with "S" behind the firing pin stop. "S" and "P" marked on the blued barrel recoil lug. Fitted with a pair of checkered walnut grips, and a 'keyhole' relief cut two-toned blue magazine with pinned lanyard loop base. Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection

Fine as factory refinished, with period replacement blade front and notch rear sights, some softened markings on the slide and frame, some minor pitting and light handling marks under the finish, minor edge wear, scattered brown patina visible, thinning on the grip straps, and some mild handling wear. The replacement grips are very good with compression wear and minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.