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Lot #947
Lot #949

Lot 948: Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Ace

Bill Lister Signed and Master Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Lot 948: Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Ace

Bill Lister Signed and Master Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Bill Lister Signed and Master Engraved Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government Model Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Ace
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 22 LR
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: silver
Stock:
Item Views: 1757
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 398
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1975 and subsequently engraved by Master Engraver W.E. "Bill" Lister, a country singer who performed with the likes of Hank Williams, and whose son Weldon now carries on the engraving tradition. The pistol is almost entirely covered in intricate floral scroll patterns and is signed "WE 'BILL' LISTER" on the front bottom of the frame. The ill fitting grips are cast silver with high relief tigers and have an indecipherable mark inside and on the bottom of each panel. The silver grips show some unengraved area that was covered by the original grips, possibly the included extra set (very good with some minor dings).

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall as master embellished, showing mostly bright finish with a few scattered small patches of very light oxidation. The grips show very minimal handling evidence and some slight age darkening. Mechanically excellent.



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