Manufactured in 1914, early in production of the commercial Government Model and right at the start of World War I. This pistol represented the cutting edge of firearm technology and was highly sought after by military personnel and civilians alike, with many being privately purchased for use during the war. This particular example exhibits the early production lustrous high polish blue finish. The slide on this pistol bears the two-line, two-block address and patent markings on the left side of the slide with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations. The right of the slide has the caliber markings. "VP" and "R" are on the trigger guard, and "GOVERNMENT MODEL" is on the right side of the frame with the early four-digit serial number below it. The unmarked, later production replacement barrel is blued. The slide release, thumb safety, and wide hammer are checkered, and the smooth, flat mainspring housing has a lanyard loop at the bottom. It is fitted with a blade front and early production, rounded top notch rear sight as well as a pair of diamond pattern checkered walnut grips. The two-toned magazine has a pinned base with a lanyard loop.

Very fine, retains 80% plus of the original, high polish blue finish with some scattered minor scratches and dings, mostly on the left/upper left of the slide, and some light holster/handling wear. The grips are excellent with a few very light handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.