Manufactured 1918. This pistol was one of 16,380 shipped to the Commanding Officer, A.E.F., Bush Terminal. Brooklyn, N.Y. on June 12, 1918. The left side of the slide is marked with the two line, two block 1897-1913 patent dates and address, with the Rampant Colt in the center, the left side of the frame is marked "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" , and "MODEL OF 1911.U.S.ARMY" is marked on the right side of the slide. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number and the left side is marked with the "eagle head/14" inspection mark. The barrel chamber is marked with an "H" and "P" and there is the number "5" directly ahead of the lug. Standard fixed sights, lanyard ring on the heel, unmarked two tone magazine, smooth trigger, checkered slide stop, thumb safety and wide hammer spur, and fitted with checkered walnut grips with diamond pattern around the screws.

Refurbished. The pistol retains 70% restored blue finish which has been aged artificially on the frame and grip straps. There is some wear on the front portion of the slide and high points. The grips are fine with some minor pressure dents and minor wear on the lower right panel, overall some dings and handling marks and crisp checkering. The markings are highlighted in white and remain clear and crisp. Mechanically. Excellent.