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Lot 1301: World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Lot 1301: World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,750
Price Realized:
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World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2096
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 281
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1918, this pistol is listed on p. 520 of "U.S. Military Automatic Pistols: 1894-1920" by Meadows as having shipped to Springfield Armory on 12 March 1918, well before the conclusion of World War I. The left side of the slide has the standard two-line, two-block patent dates and address, with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations, while the right side has the standard "MODEL OF 1911.U.S. ARMY" address. The U.S. property marking is on the left of the frame along with the "JMG" inspector's mark, and the serial number is on the right. The blued barrel is marked "P/H" on the chamber hood and "5" on the bottom in front of the lug. Fitted with blade and flat top notch sights, checkered slide release, thumb safety, and wide hammer, short grip safety, long smooth trigger, a pair of diamond pattern checkered grips, and an unmarked two-tone, pinned base magazine.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 80% of the original blue finish with some mild thinning to a grey patina on the front strap and mainspring housing, and some scattered speckling of spotting/very light surface pitting on the top and left of the slide. The grips are fine with some scattered minor handling marks, some light wear, and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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