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Lot #3740
Lot #3742

Lot 3741: Collector's Lot of Two Colt Cutaway U.S. Military Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3741: Collector's Lot of Two Colt Cutaway U.S. Military Handguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Colt Model 1917 Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1917 Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1284
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 266
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Blade front and frame notch rear sights, standard frame markings, the "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marking on the underside of the barrel, and partial Rampant Colt on the left side plate. The revolver features multiple (late 20th century done) professionally cutaway sections to reveal the inner workings. Smooth walnut grips, lanyard loop, and U.S. property number "131/832" on the butt. There is a small removable collection marking on the trigger guard.

Rating Definition:

Fine as professionally sectionalized with 95% of the original blue remaining, some small areas of edge wear, and handling marks. The sectionalized grips are also fine with some small dings. Mechanically every good.



B) U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1284
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 266
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Round blade front and flat top "U" notch rear sights, two-line, two-block Colt address and patent marking on left side of slide separated by the Rampant Colt, "eagle head/S12" inspection mark on the left side of the frame, wide checkered hammer, short grip safety, and flat, smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop. The pistol features multiple cutaway sections to showcase the inner workings, professionally done in the late 20th century. There is a small removable collection marking on the trigger guard.

Rating Definition:

Fine as professionally sectionalized with 70% original blue finish, areas of mottled brown/gray patina, edge wear, and surface scratches. Grips are good with heavily worn checkering and small dings throughout. Mechanically functions fine.



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