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Lot #1665

Lot 1664: Union Switch and Signal 1911A1 Pistol 45 ACP

World War II U.S. Army Union Switch & Signal Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster and Extra Magazines

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2016

Lot 1664: Union Switch and Signal 1911A1 Pistol 45 ACP

World War II U.S. Army Union Switch & Signal Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster and Extra Magazines

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2016

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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World War II U.S. Army Union Switch & Signal Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster and Extra Magazines

Manufacturer: Union Switch and Signal
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: du-lite
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1449
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 339
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1943 with fixed sights. The left side of the slide is marked with the intertwined "USS" company logo and "U.S. & S. CO./SWISSVALE, PA. U.S.A.". LTC Robert Downie's "RCD" proof is on the left side of the frame with a stamped trigger, long grip safety, checkered thin hammer, slide catch, safety and mainspring housing, a full blue magazine with "L" on the toe, early style reinforced Keyes-Fiber grips without the rings around the screw holes, and a High Standard barrel. Includes a commercial Eubanks Boise, Idaho Leather marked holster and three extra magazines.

Rating Definition:

Fine with 70% plus of the faded original Du-Lite finish. Displaying some areas of mild high point and edge wear, general handling marks mostly in the grip area, some light surface scratches, and cycling marks. The grips are very good with general handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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