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Lot #1849
Lot #1851

Lot 1850: Six Cased World War Commemorative Colt Government Model Pistols

Collector's Set of Six World War Commemorative Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Lot 1850: Six Cased World War Commemorative Colt Government Model Pistols

Collector's Set of Six World War Commemorative Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Estimated Price: $10,000 - $15,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1911A1 World War II Pacific Theater of Operations Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1904
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 397
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Each pistol in this lot features the same base serial number of "321" with its individual model suffix. The four WWI pistols have a shared wood and glass display case along with their four individual display cases. Standard markings and features. With matching wood and glass display case and "Colt's Commemorative Edition of The American Heritage Picture History of World War II" by C.L. Sulzberger. Has the commemorative plaque and dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retains 99% plus original finish with a few light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent with some light oxidation on the drawer handles.



B) Colt Model 1911A1 World War II European Theater of Operations Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: maple
Stock:
Item Views: 1904
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 397
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Standard markings and features. With matching wood and glass display case and "Colt's Commemorative Edition of The American Heritage Picture History of World War II" by C.L. Sulzberger. Has the commemorative plaque and dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retains 99% plus original finish with a few light handling marks and a minor circular crack in the left grip panel. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent with some light oxidation on drawer handles.



C) Colt Model 1911 World War I 2nd Battle of the Marne Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1904
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 397
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Standard markings and features. With matching wood and plexiglass display case.

Rating Definition:

Near new with original finish with a few light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with a few light handling/storage marks and some scattered discoloration.



D) Colt Model 1911 World War I Chateau Thierry Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1904
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 397
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Standard markings and features. With matching wood and plexiglass display case.

Rating Definition:

Near new with original finish with a few light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent with a few light handling/storage marks and some scattered discoloration.



E) Colt Model 1911 World War I Belleau Wood Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1904
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 397
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Standard markings and features. With matching wood and plexiglass display case.

Rating Definition:

Near new with original finish with a few light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent with some scattered discoloration on one side.



F) Rare Cased Alvin White Signed, Factory Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt World War I Meuse Argonne Deluxe Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1904
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 397
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Issued in 1967, this is one of only 25 custom deluxe World War I Meuse Argonne Model 1911 commemorative pistols the Colt factory contracted for engraving and gold inlay exclusively by Master Engraver Alvin White. The grip frame (right side) has Alvin White's gold inlaid signature cartouche. With matching wood display case.

Rating Definition:

Near new with original finish with a few light handling marks and a couple light dings on the right grip panel. Mechanically excellent. The display case is excellent with a few light handling/storage marks.



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