This is a very desirable, first year U.S. Army contract Colt Model 1911 pistol manufactured in 1912. These early Colts are extremely hard to find as all saw extensive use. The left side of the slide has the two line, two block patent dates and Hartford address with a circled rampant colt and the right side is marked "MODEL OF 1911 ARMY". "WGP" inspector mark above magazine catch. Serial number on right side of frame and "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" on left side. Checkered grips with an early lanyard loop, two-tone magazine.

Very good as professionally restored, with 95% plus of the correct Colt blue style finish with some minor edge wear and some smooth gray patina on the grip straps. The markings and proofs are clear and distinct. The grips are excellent with a few light handling marks.