Manufactured in 1943. Blade and flat top notch sights, the "USS" monogram and "U.S. & S. Co./SWISSVALE, PA. U.S.A." on the left side of the slide, with a Robert Downie "R.C.D." inspected frame, thin checkered hammer, short stamped trigger, long grip safety, arched checkered mainspring housing, reinforced Keyes Fiber grips, full blue "R" marked magazine and "HS" marked High Standard barrel.

Excellent with 90% plus original Du-Lite blue finish remaining, slightly thinning on the front grip strap and grip safety, distinct inspection marks, traces of light edge wear, and mild handling marks. The grips are also excellent with sharp checkering and some small dings. Mechanically excellent.