Manufactured in 1943. Standard fixed blade front and notch rear sights, two-line/two-block address and patent markings on the left side of the slide with the Rampant Colt in the center, matching numbers on the frame and behind the firing pin stop, "P" proofs on top of the slide and left side of the frame, "G.H.D." inspection mark on the left, and crossed cannons stamp on the right. With replacement "HS" marked High Standard barrel and unmarked magazine.

Fine. 95% arsenal refurbished dark gray parkerized finish remains with some edge wear and cycling marks, small scratches and dings. The replacement barrel has been refinished in a satin chrome or nickel. Grips are very fine with sharp checkering and some small dings. Mechanically excellent.