Manufactured from 1917 to 1925. The top of the barrel has the standard two line Colt patent and address markings, with the left side of the barrel being marked "COLT D.A. 45" and the under side of the barrel exhibiting the "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" mark. The revolver butt is marked "U.S./ARMY/MODEL/1917" in front of the lanyard loop, followed by the serial number "No. 147/898". The Rampant Colt marking is located on the left side of the frame behind the cylinder catch. It has the small "eagle head/S20" ordnance proofmark on the left side upper corner of the frame. The frame and cylinder crane have matching assembly numbers. It has the wartime smooth brown walnut grips.

Excellent, approximately 98% original finish showing only minor edge wear. The metal surfaces all exhibit the wartime rough milled finish. The grips are in very good condition with a few scattered minor pressure dents/scratches, with the left grip exhibiting a moderate 1/2 inch chip/gouge on the toe. Mechanically excellent with clear markings.