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Lot 3724: Colt Combat Elite Pistol 45 ACP

Colt Custom Shop MK IV Series 80 Combat Elite Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Martin J. Rosenblum Inscriptions and Original Factory Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2014

Lot 3724: Colt Combat Elite Pistol 45 ACP

Colt Custom Shop MK IV Series 80 Combat Elite Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Martin J. Rosenblum Inscriptions and Original Factory Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2014

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Colt Custom Shop MK IV Series 80 Combat Elite Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Martin J. Rosenblum Inscriptions and Original Factory Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Combat Elite
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue/stainless
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 239
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

This pistol was produced circa 1986 and has the standard Colt MK IV Series 80 markings on left side of slide and "COMBAT/[star]ELITE[star]/CG02299" on the right side between two laurels. The frame has "Martin J. Rosenblum" on the right and "Eagle Mind/Heart Wolf" followed by "COMBAT ELITE", and "HOLY RANGER". It has white highlighted fixed blade front and square notch rear sights. The pistol is fitted with a pair of dark, hardwood grips with Colt Custom Shop medallions, a serrated front strap and mainspring housing, thumb and GI style grip safeties, and a smooth trigger. Martin Jack Rosenblum, also known as "The Holy Ranger" and "Doctor Rock and Roll", was an American musician, poet, historian, and scholar credited as the founder of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Rock and Roll Certificate Program, he passed away in 2014. Also included is the original factory box and papers including a manual.

Rating Definition:

Near new in box but there is some slight pitting on the grip safety and minor wear on the trigger. The box is very good with some shelf wear.



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