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Lot 1449:WWI U.S. Colt 1911 Pistol, Holster, Attribution

September 8th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1449:WWI U.S. Colt 1911 Pistol, Holster, Attribution

September 8th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster Attributed to a Meuse-Argonne Veteran

Manufactured in 1914. Blade front and flat top notch rear sights, the two-line/two-block address and patent dates on the left side of the slide ahead of the Rampant Colt, the Army nomenclature on the reverse, and a United States Property marked frame with "WGP" on the left side. Fitted with a long smooth trigger, wide checkered hammer, short grip safety, smooth mainspring housing, checkered grips, an unmarked two-tone pinned base magazine, and a "PH" marked barrel. With a brown leather holster marked "S&R CO./1917/L.N.O." on the back and "C.Corson" written on the back and interior. Photocopies of documents (originals not included) for a Charles Corson, a lieutenant with the Veterinary Corps, are included; Lt. Corson spent just over a year abroad (May 1918-July 1919), with service during the Battle of Saint-Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive.

ConditionFine, with 60% of the original blue finish, showing areas of gray patina, bright edge wear, and scattered spotting and handling marks. The grips are very good, with bottom edge wear, some mild dents, and flat spots. The holster is fine, with some scuffing and verdigris. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerColt
Model1911
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Handgun
Caliber / Gauge45 ACP
Barrel5 inch round
Finishblue
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2857
Catalog page227
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