Also known as the Improved Model 1911 Pistol, the Transitional 1911's were made in 1924, and while they retained the nomenclature markings of the 1911, they were equipped with the signature features of the 1911A1, including the dished frame sides, shortened trigger, and arched mainspring housing. Round blade front and flat top notch rear sights, with the two-line, two-block address and patent markings divided by the Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the slide, "MODEL OF 1911.U.S.ARMY" on the right, and "H" above the firing pin block. The frame bears the circular Walter Gordon "WTG" inspection stamp, with the short milled trigger, wide hammer, long grip safety, checkered mainspring housing, fully-checkered hardwood grips, unmarked pinned base two-tone magazine and a Colt barrel with conjoined "HP" on top of the chamber.

Fine with 60% of the faded original blue finish, showing areas of brown and gray patina, bright edge wear, light handling marks and scattered spotting. A few dents are present on the left side of the slide. The chamber exposed area of barrel has been polished. Grips are very good, with moderate wear and some dings on the checkering. Mechanically excellent.