Manufactured in 1943. Fixed sights, with the two line, two block Colt address and patent markings on the left side of the matching numbered slide, "P" on top and a "GHD" inspected frame with "P/VP" and "73" marked trigger guard. The right rear of the frame is stamped with the crossed cannons Ordnance Department acceptance mark. Fitted with a milled short trigger, wide hammer, checkered magazine release, slide catch and thumb safety, long grip safety, checkered arched mainspring housing, checkered Rampant Colt medallion grips, "C-R" marked magazine and "COLT 45 AUTO" barrel.

Excellent with 98% plus of the original parkerized finish, light handling marks overall, and some light cycling marks on the left side of the frame. The grips are also excellent with sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.