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Lot #521
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Lot 522: Very Fine World War I 1917 Production U.S. Army Colt Model 1911

Very Fine World War I 1917 Production U.S. Army Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with 1917 Dated Holster

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2018

Lot 522: Very Fine World War I 1917 Production U.S. Army Colt Model 1911

Very Fine World War I 1917 Production U.S. Army Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with 1917 Dated Holster

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Very Fine World War I 1917 Production U.S. Army Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with 1917 Dated Holster

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 207
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1917. Fixed blade front and flat top rear notch sights, two-line/two block address and patent marking on the left side of the slide with the Rampant Colt logo behind the serrations, "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marking on left side of frame, and circled "GHS" inspection mark just behind the trigger on the left side. Long, smooth solid trigger, checkered slide catch, safety, and magazine catch, double diamond checkered grips short grip safety, and smooth, flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop. With correct "P/H" marked barrel and two-tone blue magazine with a two pin base and no lanyard loop. With "US" embossed Sears leather flap holster dated "1917".

Rating Definition:

Very fine. 80% plus original deep blue finish remains with some mild edge wear, sharp markings, and light gray patina on the front grip strap. The grips are excellent with sharp checkering and some small dings. Mechanically excellent. Holster is fine with overall solid construction, small scuffs throughout, and tight stitching.



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