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Lot #648
Lot #650

Lot 649: Signed Master Engraved Colt Government Model Pistol

Documented Israel Shipped John Adams Jr. Signed Master Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Lot 649: Signed Master Engraved Colt Government Model Pistol

Documented Israel Shipped John Adams Jr. Signed Master Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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Documented Israel Shipped John Adams Jr. Signed Master Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Government
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 9 mm para
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: smooth
Stock:
Item Views: 846
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 464
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

The included factory letter lists this pistol in 9mm with a 5 inch barrel, blue finish and grips not listed when sold to Ziniuk & Michlin Ltd. in Haifa, Israel, and shipped to Israel Discount Bank Ltd. In Haifa, Israel, on February 19, 1980. The pistol was subsequently engraved by Master Engraver John Adams Jr. With full coverage floral scroll engraving on a punch dot background. The work is signed with Adams Jr.'s "intertwined JA" initials under the right grip. Also included is an Adams & Adams Engravers letter confirming the caliber, barrel length, "D" coverage engraving, and finish when completed in December of 2019 as well as a hobbyist box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent as embellished by Master Engraver John Adams Jr., retaining 99% plus blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent.



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