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Lot 517:Two Colt Challenger Semi-Automatic Pistols

December 8th, 2013|Rock Island, IL

Lot 517:Two Colt Challenger Semi-Automatic Pistols

December 8th, 2013|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,000 - $1,500

A) Colt Second Series Challenger Pistol

Manufactured in 1951. Fixed sights, with the Colt address on the barrel, model on the chamber, caliber on the slide, and a pair of checkered grips.

Rating definitionVery good, with 85% of the original blue finish, showing a brown patina and a tiny amount of pitting on the barrel, a gray patina on the grip straps, and mild handling marks overall. Grips are very good, with some mild scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerColt

ModelChallenger

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Barrel6 inch round

Finishblue

Gripplastic

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page111

B) Colt Second Series Challenger Pistol

Manufactured in 1951. As described in A.

Rating definitionExcellent, with 95% of the original blue finish, showing some bright wear along the edges and scattered handling marks. The grips are excellent, with a few small scratches and strong checkering. Mechanically excellent.