The right side of the frame has been factory inscribed "BJR". The initials stand for Beverly Jean Rhodes who was an Archivist at the Colt Historical Department. It is accompanied by a typed letter certifying that the pistol was part of her personal collection since 1992 and after acquiring the pistol had her initials "BJR" engraved on the left side of the slide (an apparent error on her part), and that the engraving was done by Steve Kamyk, who was on staff as a Master Engraver at the time. The letter is signed by Rhodes and Steve Kamyk's signature is on the letter for verification. Standard sights, serrated trigger, push button magazine release, blue Colt marked magazine and checkered "Coltwood" target grips with back strap adaptor. The accompanying factory letter verifies the caliber, 6 inch barrel, blue finish, grips as "Not Listed" and that it was shipped as 1 to William A. Schmalz in Rockville, Connecticut on December 1, 1948. In remarks the letter states "It is historically significant to note that Mr. Schmalz was employed by the Colt company and held the position of Chief engineer in charge of product development during this time period." With an original brown hinged lid box with gold embossed Rampant Colt on the lid, manual, "Shooting Suggestion" pamphlet, brush and a second grip adaptor.

Partially refinished, the slide at the time of engraving, with all of the blue finish on the slide and 98% original finish on the remaining parts, with some minor muzzle and high edge wear, and overall a few minor scratches and handling marks. The grips are excellent with a few very slight handling marks and sharp checkering. The markings remain clear and crisp. Mechanically excellent. The box is good with some heavy corner and edge wear.