Manufactured in 1944. The left side of the slide has the two-line, two-block address and patent dates marking with the Rampant Colt in the center. The left of the frame has the "G.H.D." inspection mark and "e/VP" on the trigger guard. "P" proofs are on the left of the frame and top of the slide. The right of the frame has the serial number, model/U.S. property marking, and crossed cannons ordnance proof, as well as "96" on the trigger guard. The blued barrel is marked "COLT 45 AUTO" on the lower left and "P" on the left of the lug. It is fitted with blade and notch sights, checkered thumb safety, slide stop, and wide hammer, short grip safety, an arched checkered mainspring housing with lanyard loop at the bottom, and an "L" marked full blue magazine. Includes a modern reproduction matching hand numbered Kraft box and a "U.S.M.C." marked canvas magazine pouch.

Excellent retain 98% of the original parkerized finish with a few light handling/takedown marks. The grips are also excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very fine with some light handling/storage wear.