Originally produced by Colt in 1942, this pistol was subsequently selected for upgrade to a National Match competition-grade pistol at Rock Island Arsenal. It is fitted with a serrated Patridge blade front and "US" marked Kensight adjustable rear sights, with a Colt "NM7791435" slide, "7267718/NM" bushing, and "NM 7791414" barrel (numbered to the frame), and a "W.B." inspected frame with "RIA", "T", "P", and "N7M" stamps. Equipped with a long serrated adjustable trigger, checkered narrow hammer, checkered front strap and serrated mainspring housing, checkered grips and a full blue "L" magazine.

Exceptionally fine as Rock Island Arsenal upgraded to National Match configuration with 98% plus of the parkerized finish and some very light edge/handling wear. The grips are also excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.