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Lot 3932: Six Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistols

Collector's Lot of Six Matching Serial Numbered World War Commemorative Colt 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols with Display Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3932: Six Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistols

Collector's Lot of Six Matching Serial Numbered World War Commemorative Colt 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols with Display Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $7,000 - $9,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt World War II Pacific Theater of Operations Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Government
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 4964
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Standard markings and features. Includes a glass topped display case showing Tokyo Bay and seven nickel dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, showing 99% original finish, some verdigris around the grips, and minor handling evidence. Mechanically excellent. The case is also excellent.



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

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: maple
Stock:
Item Views: 4964
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Standard markings and features. Includes a glass topped display case showing Rheims and seven nickel dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Very good overall, showing 99% original finish, scattered verdigris and frosting, light oxidation in the slide serrations and grip screws, and light handling evidence. The grips are also very good with much of the finish remaining. Mechanically excellent. The case is good but lid needs repair.



C) Colt 2nd Battle of the Marne Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: white French holly
Stock:
Item Views: 4964
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1967 with standard markings and features. With glass top display case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, showing 99% original finish, grip safety showing plumb coloration, and light handling evidence. The grips are very good with some mild damage to the right panel. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with minor wear .



D) Colt Battle of Belleau Wood 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 4964
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1967 with standard markings and features. Includes a glass topped display case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, showing 99% original finish and light handling evidence. The grips are very good with some mild damage to the right panel. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with minor wear.



E) Colt Battle of Chateau-Thierry 1911 Pistol with Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 4964
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1967 with standard markings and features. With glass topped display case and hand numbered box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, showing 99% original finish, light handling evidence, and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case and box are very good with minor wear.



F) Colt Meuse-Argonne Offensive 1911 Pistol with Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 4964
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1967 with standard markings and features. With glass topped display case and hand numbered box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, showing 99% original finish, grip safety showing plumb coloration, and light handling evidence. The grips are very good with some mild damage to the right panel. Mechanically excellent. The case and box are very good with minor wear.



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