Manufactured in 1918. Fixed blade front and flat top notch rear sights, standard two-line/two-block address and patent marking on the left side of the slide with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations, "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marking on left side of frame, "eagle head/S8" inspection mark on the left behind the trigger, small "H" stamps on the rear of the slide, and top of the frame, wide checkered hammer, short grip safety, and checkered slide catch and safety. With checkered double diamond grips and cloth lanyard. The pistol includes a khaki canvas web pistol belt, Clinton "1918" dated "U.S." embossed leather holster, canteen with carrier, first aid pouch with sealed first aid tin, and canvas double magazine pouch with two magazines. The information supplied with the pistol states that it was issued to one George M. McDonald of the 9th Infantry, 2nd Division, Company K, during WWI. The holster, canteen cover, and magazine pouch are marked with the name "G.McDonald" or other abbreviations of the name. Comes with a period published "The Ninth U.S. Infantry in the World War" unit history, which lists George M. McDonald as private first class on page 176 and is signed by McDonald in pencil on the back cover.

Fine. 70% original brushed military style blue finish remains with areas of edge wear, surface scratches, handling marks overall, and a mottled gray/brown patina on the grip straps. Grips are also fine with well-defined checkering and several dings and bruises. Mechanically excellent. Web belt is fine with some staining and oxidation on the brass grommets. Canteen and cover are fine with some tearing around the closure snaps. Holster is fine with small scuffs and dings and overall solid construction.